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Maintenance and care
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NOTICE
■
Cleaning detergents
Do not use the following types of detergent, as they may discolor the vehicle
interior or cause streaks or damage to painted surfaces.
● Non-seat portions: Organic substances such as benzine or gasoline, alka-
line or acidic solutions, dye, or bleach.
● Seats: Acidic solutions, such as thinner, benzine, or alcohol.
■ Preventing damage to leather surfaces
Observe the following precautions to avoid damage to and deterioration o\
f
leather surfaces.
● Remove any dust or dirt on leather surfaces immediately.
● Do not expose the vehicle to direct sunlight for extended periods of time.
Park the vehicle in the shade, especially during summer.
● Do not place items made of vinyl, plastic, or that contain wax on the uphol-
stery, as they may stick to the leather surface if the vehicle interior heats
up significantly.
■ Water on the floor
Do not wash the vehicle floor with water.
Vehicle systems such as the audio system may be damaged if water comes
into contact with electrical components under the floor of the vehicle, and
may also cause the body to rust.
■ Cleaning the inside of the rear window
● Do not use glass cleaner to clean the rear window, as this may cause
damage to the rear window defogger heater wires. Use a cloth dampened
with lukewarm water to gently wipe the window clean. Wipe the window in
strokes running parallel to the heater wires.
● Be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires or antenna.

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Fuse layout and amperage ratings
■ Engine compartment
FuseAmpereCircuit
1 RR DEF 50 A Rear window defogger, outside
rear view mirror defogger
2 ABS/VSC No.2 30 A Anti-lock brake system, vehicle
stability control system
3 RDI FAN 50 A Electric cooling fan
4 ABS/VSC No.1 50 A Anti-lock brake system, vehicle
stability control system
5 HEATER 50 A Air conditioning system
6 ST/AM2 30 A Starter system
7 MAIN 40 A Headlights

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Driver’s side instrument panel
FuseAmpereCircuit
1RR DOOR20 APower window
2RL DOOR20 APower window
3FR DOOR20 APower window, driving position
memory system
4FOG15 AFront fog lights
5OBD7.5 AOn-board diagnosis system
6MPX-B7.5 AMultiplex communication system
7FL DOOR20 APower window, driving position
memory system
8FUEL OPN7.5 AFuel filler door opener
9AM17.5 A
Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system, starting system, ignition
system
10A/C7.5 AAir conditioning system

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Bulbs other than the above
If any of the bulbs listed below has burnt out, have your Toyota
dealer replace it.
● Headlights
● Fog lights
● Front turn signal/parking lights
● Front side marker lights
● Tail lights
● Back-up lights
● High mounted stoplight
■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.
■ LED light bulbs
The high mounted stoplights consist of a number of LEDs. If any of the LEDs
burn out, take your vehicle to your Toyota dealer to have the light replaced.
If two or more LEDs in a stoplight burn out, your vehicle may not conform to
local laws (SAE).
■ High-intensity discharge (H ID) headlights (if equipped)
If voltage to the high-intensity discharge bulbs is insufficient, the light may
not come on, or may go out temporarily. The high-intensity discharge bulbs
will come on when normal power is restored.

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Light bulbs
A: D4R discharge bulbs
B: H11 halogen bulbs
C: HIR1 halogen bulbs
D: Wedge base bulbs (amber)
E: Wedge base bulbs (clear)
F: Double end bulbs
Light BulbsBulb No.WTy p e
ExteriorHeadlights
Low beam (discharge bulbs)
Low beam (halogen bulbs)
High beam D4R
H11
HIR1 35
55
65A
B
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Fog lights H11 55 B
Front turn signal/parking
lights 3457A 28/8 D
Front side marker lights W5W 5 E
Rear turn signal lights 7440A 21 D
Stop/tail lights 7443 21/5 E
Rear side marker lights 194 3.8 E
Tail lights 194 3.8 E
Back-up lights 921 18 E
License plate lights 194 3.8 E
Interior Interior light W5W 5 E
Personal lights W5W 5 E
Vanity lights 7065 1.4 F
Glove box light 74 1.2 E
Door courtesy lights 168 5 E
Trunk light 2825 4.8 E

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Child safetyAirbag precautions ..................97
Child-protectors ....................... 42
Child restraint system............109
How your child should wear the seatbelt ...........................64
Installing child restraints ........ 113
Moon roof ................................79
Power window lock switch....... 74
Power window precautions .....76
Removed key battery precautions .........................365
Seat belt comfort guide ........... 62
Seat belt precautions ..............65
Seat heater precautions ........ 294
Trunk .......................................48
Cleaning Exterior .................................. 312
Interior ...................................315
Seat belts ..............................316
Climate control seat.................293
Clock ......................................... 288
Compass ...................................306
Condenser ................................337
Console box ............................. 280
Cooling system Engine overheating ............... 424
Cruise control
Cruise control ........................165
Dynamic laser cruise control .................................168
Cup holders ..............................284
Curtain shield airbags ............... 90
Customizable features............. 454
Daytime running light system .................................... 157
Defogger Rear window .........................208
Side mirror............................. 208
Dimension.................................430
Dinghy towing .......................... 195 Display
Trip information ..................... 155
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 324
Door pocket .............................. 285
Doors Door lock ........................... 24, 36
Rear door child-protector ........ 42
Driver’s seat belt reminder light ......................................... 396
Driving Break-in tips .......................... 125
Correct posture ....................... 88
Procedures............................ 124
Winter driving tips ................. 189
Electronic key If the electronic key does not
operate properly ................. 418
Emergency flashers Switch ................................... 384
Emergency, in case of
If a warning light turns on ...... 393
If the electronic key does not operate properly ................. 418
If the engine will not start ...... 414
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ..................... 416
If the battery is discharged ... 420
If the warning buzzer sounds ................................ 393
If the warning light turns on............................... 393
If you have a flat tire ............. 405
If you lose your keys ............. 417
If you think something is wrong .................................. 389
If your vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 427
If your vehicle needs to be
towed .................................. 385
If your vehicle overheats ....... 424
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Engine
Compartment........................ 330
Engine switch ............... 133, 137
Hood ..................................... 327
How to start the engine ........................ 133, 137
Identification number ............ 431
If the engine will not start...... 414
Ignition switch ............... 133, 137
Overheating .......................... 424
Engine compartment cover .... 331
Engine coolant Capacity ............................... 435
Checking .............................. 336
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 189
Engine coolan t temperature
gauge ..................................... 148
Engine immobilizer system ...... 83
Engine oil Capacity ............................... 433
Checking .............................. 332
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 189
Event data recorder ................ 391
Floor mats ................................ 298
Fluid
Brake .................................... 338
Washer ................................. 344
Fog lights Switch ................................... 159
Wattage ................................ 438
Foot light .................................. 275
Front passenger occupant classification system............ 103
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light ........................ 396
Front seats
Adjustment ............................. 50
Driving position memory ......... 55
Front turn signal lights
Wattage ................................ 438 Fuel
Capacity ................................432
Fuel gauge ............................148
Fuel pump shut off system ....390
Gas station information .........476
Information ............................439
Refueling .................................80
Fuel door.....................................80
Fuel filler door ............................80
Fuel pump shut off system .....390
Fuses.........................................367
Garage door opener.................301
Gas station information...........476
Gauges ......................................148
Glove box..................................279
Hands-free system (for cellular phone) ................242
Hazard lights
Switch....................................384
Head restraints ...........................59
Headlight aim ...........................376
Headlights Discharge headlights precautions .........................382
Switch....................................156
Wattage .................................438
Heaters
Seat heaters ..........................293
Side mirror.............................208
Hood ..........................................327
Hooks
Cargo ....................................299
Shopping bag ........................299
Horn...........................................147
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I/M test....................................... 323
Ignition switch .................. 133, 137
IdentificationEngine ...................................431
Vehicle .................................. 431
Illuminated entry system .........275
Indicator lights .........................151
Initialization Items to initialize.................... 458
Inside rear view mirror ..............70
Instrument panel light control .................................... 150
Interior lights Interior lights.......................... 275
Switch.................................... 277
Wattage .................................438
Jack Positioning a floor jack .......... 328
Vehicle-equipped jack ...........405
Jack handle ..............................405
Keyless entry.............................. 36
Keys
Electronic key ..........................22
Engine switch ................133, 137
If the electronic key does not properly ............................... 418
If you lose your keys ............. 417
Key number plate .................... 23
Keyless entry...........................36
Keys ........................................22
Mechanical key ....................... 22
Wireless remote control key .... 36
Laser cruise control.................168
Licence plate lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 378
Wattage .................................438
Light bulbs
Replacing ..............................378
Wattage .................................438 Lights
Emergency flasher switch ..... 384
Fog light switch ..................... 159
Hazard light switch ................ 384
Headlights switch .................. 156
Interior lights list .................... 275
Outer foot light ...................... 275
Personal light switch ............. 277
Replacing light bulbs ............. 378
Turn signal lever ................... 145
Vanity lights........................... 287
Wattage................................. 438
Load capacity ........................... 188
Lock steering column...... 135, 138
Maintenance Do-it-yourself maintenance ... 324
General maintenance............ 320
Maintenance data ................. 430
Maintenance requirements ... 318
Meter
Instrument panel light control ................................. 150
Meters ................................... 148
Mirrors Inside rear view mirror ............ 70
Side mirror heater ................. 208
Side mirrors............................. 72
Vanity mirrors ........................ 287
Moon roof ................................... 77
MP3 disc ................................... 228
Odometer .................................. 148
Oil Engine oil .............................. 332
Opener Fuel filler door ......................... 80
Hood ..................................... 327
Trunk ....................................... 46
Outside rear view mirrors Adjustment .............................. 72
Driving position memory ......... 55I
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