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OVERVIEW
FEAT URES/OPER AT IONS
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEAT URES
Low engine oil pressure warning1
Anti-lock Brake System warning1
Malfunction /Check Engine indicator1
3If this light flashes, refer to “Cruise control,” Section 2-4, 200\
9 Owner’s Manual.
Open door warning
Low windshield washer fluid level warning
Engine oil replacement reminder
1
AIR BAG ON indicator
AIR BAG OFF indicator
Headlight low beam indicator
Turn signal indicator
High engine coolant temperature warning1
Low engine coolant temperature indicator2
Headlight high beam indicator
Cruise control indicator
3
Front fog light indicator Airbag SRS warning
1
Low fuel level warning Electric power steering system warning
1
Low Tire P ressure Warning1
Cruise control /set indicator
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294 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Stop the vehicle immediately.The following warnings indicate the possibility of damage to the vehi-
cle that may lead to an accident. Immediately stop the vehicle in a
safe place and contact your Toyota dealer.
*: The light may come on when the oil level is extremely low. It is not designed to indicate low oil level, and the oil level must be checked using the engine
oil level dipstick.
Have the vehicle inspected immediately.
Failing to investigate the cause of the following warnings may lead to
the system operating abnormally and possibly cause an accident.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Charging system warning light Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging sys-
tem.
Low engine oil pressure warning light Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low*.
High engine coolant temperature warning light Indicate a engine is almost overheating.( →P. 321)
Warning lightWarning light/Details
(except Canada)
(Canada) Malfunction indicator lamp
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system;
• The electronic automatic transmission control sys-tem; or
• Emission control system.

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
(except Canada)
Tire pressure warning
light
• When the light comes on:
Low tire inflation pres-
sure. Adjust the tire
inflation pressure.
• When the light comes on after blinking for 1
minute: Malfunction in
the tire pressure warning
system. Have the system
checked by your
Toyota dealer.
(if equipped)
Low washer fluid warn-
ing light
Low level of washer fluid Fill the tank.
(except Canada) Engine oil replacement
reminder light
• Illuminates for about 3
seconds and then flashes
for about 12 seconds: Indi-
cates that the engine oil is
scheduled to be changed. Check the engine oil,
and change if neces-
sary.
• Comes on and remains: Indicates that the engine
oil should be changed. Check and change the
engine oil.
Warning lightWarning light/DetailsCorrection procedure

300 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
nIf the tire pressure warning system is inoperative
The tire pressure warning system will be disabled in the following condi-
tions:
(When the condition becomes normal, the system will work properly.)
lIf tires not equipped with tire pressure warning valves and transmit-
ters are used.
lIf the ID code on the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters is
not registered in the tire pressure warning computer.
lIf the tire inflation pressure is 73 psi (500 kPa, 5.1 kgf/cm2 or bar) or
higher.
The tire pressure warning system may be disabled in the following condi-
tions:
(When the condition becomes normal, the system will work properly.)
lIf electronic devices or facilities using similar radio wave frequencies
are nearby.
lIf a radio set at similar frequencies is in use in the vehicle.
lIf a window tint that affects the radio wave signals is installed.
lIf there is a lot of snow or ice on the vehicle, in particular around the
wheels or wheel housings.
lIf non-genuine Toyota wheels are used. (Even if you use Toyota
wheels, the tire pressu re warning system may not work properly with
some types of tires.)
lIf tire chains are used.
nIf the tire pressure warning light comes on after blinking for 1
minute frequently
If the tire pressure warning light comes on after blinking for 1 minute fre-
quently when the engine switch is turned to the ON position, have it
checked by your Toyota dealer.
n After changing the engine oil (except Canada)
Make sure to reset the oil maintenance data. ( →P. 232)
n Customization that can be co nfigured at Toyota dealer
The vehicle speed linked seat belt reminder buzzer can be disabled.
(Customizable features →P. 354)

348 6-1. Specifications
Warning: The temperature grades for this tire are established for a
tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either sepa-
rately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire fail-
ure.
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation pres-
sure
Tire pressure when the vehicle has been
parked for three hours or more, or has not
been driven more than 1 mile or 1.5 km under
that condition
Maximum inflation
pressureThe maximum cold inflated pressure to which a
tire may be inflated, s hown on the sidewall of
the tire
Recommended infla-
tion pressureCold tire inflation pressure recommended by a
manufacturer
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of those stan-
dard items which may be replaced) of trans-
mission, power steering, power brakes, power
windows, power seats, radio and heater, to the
extent that these items are available as factory-
installed equipment (whether installed or not)
Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with standard
equipment, including the maximum capacity of
fuel, oil and coolant, and if so equipped, air
conditioning and additional weight optional
engine
Maximum loaded vehi-
cle weight
The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight
Normal occupant
weight150 lb. (68 kg) times the number of occupants
specified in the second column of Table 1
* that
follows

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Alphabetical index
Power door lock switch........... 26
Power window switch ............. 52
Turn signal lights .................. 113
Window lock switch ................ 53
Wiper and washer ................ 129
Tachometer .............................. 117
Tail lights Indicator................................ 126
Replacing light bulbs ............ 270
Switch ................................... 126
Wattage ................................ 337
Theft deterrent system
Alarm ...................................... 60
Engine immobilizer system..... 58
Theft prevention labels ........... 62
Theft prevention labels ............. 62
Tire inflation pressure ............ 248
Tire information Glossary ............................... 348
Size ...................................... 345
Tire identification number ..... 344
Uniform tire quality grading ............................... 346
Tires
Chains .................................. 141
Checking .............................. 242
If you have a flat tire ............. 303
Identification number ............ 341
Inflation pressure .......... 248, 336
Inflation pressure sensor ...... 243
Information ........................... 341
Replacing ..................... 242, 303
Rotating tires ........................ 242
Size ...................................... 336
Snow tires............................. 141
Spare tire .............................. 303
Tire pressure warningsystem........................ 242, 296
Warning light ........................ 296
Tools......................................... 303
Total load capacity .................. 140 Towing
Dinghy towing................153, 154
Emergency towing.................283
Trailer towing.................144, 145
Trip meter .................................120
Trunk ...........................................31
Trunk light Wattage .................................337
Turn signal lights Indicator ................................113
Lever .....................................113
Replacing light bulbs .............270
Switch....................................113
Wattage .................................337
Vanity mirrors...........................201
Vehicle identification number ...................................329
Warning buzzers Brake system ........................293
Seat belt reminder .................296
Warning lights ABS .......................................294
Airbag system .......................294
Anti-lock brake system ..........294
Brake system ........................293
Charging system .... ...............294
Driver’s seat belt ...................296
Electric power steering system ................................294
Electronic engine control system ................................294
Engine oil replacement..........296
EPS system...........................294
Front passenger occupant classification system ...........294
Front passenger’s seat belt ...296
High engine coolant temperature ........................294
Low brake fluid ......................293
Low engine oil pressure ........294
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What to do if...
nWarning lights
P. 296
or
P. 2 9 3P. 294
P. 2 9 4P. 294
P. 2 9 4P. 296
P. 2 9 4P. 296
P. 296
or
P. 2 9 4P. 296
P. 296
or
P. 2 9 4P. 296
Brake system warning
lightEngine oil replacement
reminder light
SRS warning light
Charging system warning
lightElectric power steering
warning light
Low engine oil pressure
warning lightOpen door warning light
High engine coolant tempera-
ture warning lightLow fuel level warning
light
Malfunction indicator
lampLow washer fluid warn-
ing light
Driver’s seat belt
reminder light
ABS warning lightFront passenger’s seat belt
reminder light
Tire pressure warning
light

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GAS STATION INFORMATION
Auxiliary catch leverP. 225Fuel filler doorP. 5 4Hood lock release lever P. 225
Fuel filler door openerP. 5 4Tire inflation pressure
P. 336
Trunk openerP. 3 1
Fuel tank capacity 11.1 gal. (42.0 L, 9.2 lmp.gal.)
Fuel type Unleaded gasoline, Octane Rating 87
(Research Octane Number 91) or higher
Cold tire inflation
pressure P. 3 3 6
Engine oil capacity
(Drain and refill)qt. (L, Imp.qt.)
With filter 3.9 (3.7, 3.3)
Without filter 3.6 (3.4, 3.0)
Engine oil type Toyota Genuine Motor Oil or equivalent
Oil grade: ILSAC multigrade engine oil. P. 332
Recommended oil viscosity: SAE 5W-30