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CAUTION
nUsing the jack
Improper use of the jack may lead to death or injuries due to the vehicle
suddenly falling off the jack.
lDo not use the jack for any purpose other than replacing tires or install-
ing and removing tire chains.
lOnly use the jack that comes with this vehicle for replacing a flat tire.
Do not use it on other vehicles, an d do not use other jacks for replac-
ing tires on this vehicle.
lAlways check that the jack is securely set to the jack point.
lDo not put any part of your body under the vehicle supported by a jack.
lDo not start or run the engine while your vehicle is supported by the
jack.
lDo not raise the vehicle while someone is in it.
lWhen raising the vehicle, do not put an object on or under the jack.
lDo not raise the vehicle to a heigh t greater than that required to
replace the tire.
lUse a jack stand if it is necessary to get under the vehicle.
Take particular care when lowering the vehicle to ensure that no one
working on or near the vehicle will be injured.
nReplacing a flat tire
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of death or serious
injury.
lNever use oil or grease on the wheel bolts or wheel nuts.
The oil or grease can cause the wheel nuts to loosen, causing a seri-
ous accident.
Remove any oil or grease on the wheel bolts or wheel nuts.
lHave the wheel nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 76 ft·lbf (103
N·m, 10.5 kgf·m) as soon as possible after changing wheels.
Failure to follow these precautions could cause the nuts to loosen and
the wheel may fall off, which could lead to an accident causing death
or serious injury.
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If the engine will not start
If the engine still does not start after following the correct starting
procedure ( →
P. 125) or releasing the steering lock ( →P. 126), confirm
the following points.
n The engine will not start even when the starter motor oper -
ates normally.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
l There
may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle.
l The eng
ine may be flooded.
Try to restart the engine once more following correct starting
pro
cedures. ( →P. 125 )
l V
ehicles with engine immobilizer system: There may be a
malfunction in the engine immobilizer system.
( → P. 7 4 )
n The
starter motor turns over slowly, the interior lights and
headlights are dim, or the horn does not sound or sounds at
a low volume.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
lThe battery
may be discharged. (→ P. 333)
l The
battery terminal connec tions may be loose or corroded.
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If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
If the shift lever cannot be shifted with your foot on the brake, there
may be a problem with the shift lock system (a system to prevent
accidental operation of the shift lever). Have the vehicle inspected by
your Toyota dealer immediately.
The following steps may be used as an
emergency measure to
ensure that the shift lever can be shifted.
Set the parking brake.
Turn the engine switch to the ACC or ON position.
Depress the brake pedal.
Pry the cover up with a flathead screwdriver or equivalent.
Press the shift lock override
bu
tton.
The shift lever can be shifted
while the button is pressed.
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If you lose your keys
nIf you lose all your master keys. ( vehicles with engine immobilizer sys -
tem)
You cannot make new keys, the whole engine immobilizer system must be
replaced.
New genuine Toyota keys can be made by your Toyota dealer using
the key number stamped on your key number plate. Vehicles with
engine immobilizer system, the dealer will also need the master key.
( →
P. 2 7 )
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If the vehicle batter y is discharged
The following procedures may be used to start the engine if the
vehicle's battery is discharged.
You can call your Toyota dealer or qualified re
pair shop.
If you have a set of jumper (or booster) cables and a second vehi -
cle with a 12-volt battery, you can jump st
art your Toyota following
the steps below.
Push the tab in and lift the
cover of
f.
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Connecting the jumper cables
Positive (+) battery terminal on your vehicle
Positive (+) battery terminal on the second vehicle
Negative (-) battery terminal on the second vehicle
Connect the jumper cable to ground on your
vehicle as shown in
the illustration.
Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the engine
speed slightly and maintain at that level fo
r approximately 5
minutes to recharge the battery of your vehicle.
Maintain the engine speed of the second vehicle and start
the vehicle's engine.
Once the vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper
cables in the exact reverse order in which they were con -
nected.
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n
Starting the engine when the battery is discharged (vehicles with an
automatic transmission)
The engine cannot be started by push-starting.
n A
voiding a discharged battery
lT
urn off the headlights and the audio system while the engine is turned
off.
l T
urn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is run -
ning at a low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic, etc.
CAUTION
nAvoiding battery fires or explosions
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidentally igniting the flam-
mable gas that may be emitted from the battery.
lMake sure the jumper cable is connected to the correct terminal and that it
is not unintentionally in contact with any part other than the intended termi-
nal.
l Do not allow the jumper cables to come into contact with the “+” and “-” ter-
minals.
l Do not smoke, use matches, cigarette lighters or allow open flame near
the battery.
Reinstall the cover.
Once the engine starts, have the vehicle checked at your Toyota
dealer as soon as possible.
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If your vehicle overheats
If your engine overheats:
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air condi-
tioning system.
Check to see if steam is coming out from under the hood.
If you see steam:
Stop the engine. Carefully lift the hood after the steam
sub
sides and then restart the engine.
If you do not see steam:
Leave the engine running and carefully lift the hood.
Check to see if the cooling fan is operating.
If the fan is operating:
Wait until the high engine coolant temperature warning
lig
ht goes off and then stop the engine.
If the fan is not operating:
Stop the engine immediately and call your local Toyota
dea
ler.