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Turn the bulb base counterclock-
wise.
Remove the light bulb.
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Stop/tail and rear side ma rker light and back-up light
Open the back door and remove
the cover.
Using a flathead screwdriver or
equivalent which is wrapped with
a cloth.
Turn the bulb base counterclock-
wise.
Stop/tail and rear side marker
light
Back-up light
Remove the light bulb. Stop/tail and rear side marker
light
Back-up light
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Rear turn signal light
Open the back door and remove
the cover.
Using a flathead screwdriver or
equivalent which is wrapped with
a cloth.
Turn the bulb base counterclock-
wise.
Remove the light bulb.
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License plate light
Remove the screws and lens.
Remove the light bulb.
■ Lights other than the above
If any of the lights listed below has burnt out, have your Toyota
dealer replace it.
●Side turn signal lights (if equipped)
● High mounted stoplight
● Outer foot lights (if equipped)
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LED light bulbs
The side turn signal lights and high mounted stoplight consist of a number of
LEDs. If any LEDs burn out, take your vehicle to your Toyota dealer to have
the light replaced.
■ Condensation build-up on th e inside of the lens
Contact your Toyota dealer for more information in the following situations.
Temporary condensation build-up on the inside of the headlight lens does
not indicate a malfunction.
● Large drops of water are built up on the inside of the lens.
● Water has built up inside the headlight.
CAUTION
■Replacing light bulbs
● Turn off the lights. Do not attempt to replace the bulb immediately after
turning off the lights.
The bulbs become very hot and may cause burns.
● Do not touch the glass portion of the light bulb with bare hands. Hold the
bulb by the plastic or metal portion.
If the bulb is scratched or dropped it may blow out or crack.
● Fully install light bulbs and any parts used to secure them. Failing to do so
may result in heat damage, fire, or water entering the headlight unit. This
may damage the headlights or cause condensation to build up on the lens.
■ To prevent damage or fire
Make sure bulbs are fully seated and locked.

When trouble arises5
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5-1. Essential informationEmergency flashers ......... 554
If your vehicle needs to be towed ........................ 555
If you think something is wrong ......................... 561
Fuel pump shut off system ........................... 562
Event data recorder ......... 563
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds ........................... 565
If you have a flat tire......... 578
If the engine will not start ................................ 590
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ............ 592
If you lose your keys ........ 594
If you cannot operate back door opener ........... 595
If the electronic key does not operate properly
(vehicles with a smart
key system) .................... 596
If the vehicle battery is discharged ..................... 598
If your vehicle overheats ....................... 603
If the vehicle becomes stuck .............................. 606

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5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the emergency flashers on longer than necessary when the
engine is not running.
Use the emergency flashers if th e vehicle malfunctions or is
involved in an accident.
Press the switch to flash all
the turn signal lights. To turn
them off, press the switch
once again.
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a war ning light turns on or a war ning buzzer sounds
Stop the vehicle immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle
may be dangerous.The following warning indicates a possible problem in the brake sys-
tem. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your
Toyota dealer.
*: Parking brake engaged warning buzzer:
A buzzer will sound if the vehicle is driven at a speed of approximately 3 mph (5 km/h) or more.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
(type A)
(type B)
(type C) Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)
*
• Low brake fluid
• Malfunction in the brake system
This light also comes on when the parking brake is not
released. If the light turns off after the parking brake is
fully released the system is operating normally.
Calmly perform the following actio ns if any of the warning lights
comes on or flashes. If a light comes on or flashes, but then goes
off, this does not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the system.
However, if this continues to o ccur, have the vehicle inspected by
your Toyota dealer.