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4-2. Maintenance
L/C200_U
General maintenance
Engine compartment
ItemsCheck points
Battery • Maintenance-free ( P. 439)
Brake fluid • At the correct level?  ( P. 436)
Engine coolant • At the correct level? ( P. 434)
Engine oil • At the correct level? ( P. 430)
Exhaust system • No fumes or strange sounds?
Power steering fluid • At the correct level? ( P. 438)
Radiator/condenser/hoses  • Not blocked with foreign matter? 
(P. 435)
Washer fluid • At the correct level? ( P. 442)
Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be per-
formed at the intervals specified in the “Owner’s Warranty Informa-
tion Booklet” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”. It is recommended
that any problem you notice should be brought to the attention of
your Toyota dealer or qualified service shop for advice. 
     
        
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
4
Maintenance and care
L/C200_U
ItemsParts and tools
Power steering fluid  (
P. 438)
• Automatic transmission fluid 
DEXRON®II or III
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding  power steering fluid)
Radiator and condenser (P. 435)
Tire inflation pressure ( P. 452)• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Washer fluid (P. 442)
• Water
• Washer fluid containing antifreeze 
(for winter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding  washer fluid) 
     
        
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
L/C200_U
Engine compar tment
Power steering fluid reser-
voir (P. 438)
Engine oil level dipstick ( P. 430)
Engine coolant reservoir ( P. 434)
Cooling fans
Engine oil filler cap ( P. 431)Brake fluid reservoir
( P. 436)
Fuse box ( P. 464)
Washer fluid tank ( P. 442)
Battery ( P. 439)
Condenser ( P. 435)
Radiator ( P. 435) 
     
        
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438 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
L/C200_U
Power steering fluid■ Fluid level
The fluid level should be within the appropriate range.
Full (when hot)
Add fluid (when hot)
Full (when cold)
Add fluid (when cold)
Hot:Vehicle has been driven around 50 mph (80 km/h) for 20 min- utes, or slightly longer in frigid temperatures. (Fluid tempera-
ture, 140°F - 175°F [60°C - 80°C]).
Cold:Engine has not been run for about five hours. (Room temper- ature, 50°F - 85°F [10°C - 30°C]).
■ Checking the fluid level
Make sure to check the fluid type and prepare the necessary items.
Clean all dirt off the reservoir.
Remove the cap by turning it counterclockwise.
Wipe the dipstick clean.
Reinstall and remove the reservoir cap again.
Check the fluid level.
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ITY43C070
Fluid typeAutomatic transmission fluid DEXRON® II or III
ItemsRag or paper, Clean funnel (only for adding fluid)
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
STEP5 
     
        
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
4
Maintenance and care
L/C200_U
Battery
■ Exterior
Make sure that the battery terminals are not corroded and that there
are no loose connections,  cracks, or loose clamps.
Te r m i n a l s
Hold-down clamp
CAUTION
■When checking the reservoir
Take care, as the reservoir may be hot.
NOTICE
■When adding fluid
Avoid overfilling, or the power steering may be damaged.
■ After replacing the reservoir cap
Check the steering box case, vane pump and hose connections for leaks or
damage.
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550 6-1. Specifications
L/C200_U
Steering
Tires and wheels
Free playLess than 1.18 in. (30 mm)
Power steering fluid typeAutomatic transmission fluid DEXRON® II 
or III
Tire sizeP285/60R18 114V
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire 
inflation pressure)
Normal driving Front tires:
33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Rear tires:
33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Spare tire:
33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Trailer towing Front tires:
33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Rear tires:
33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Spare tire:
33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Wheel size18   8 J
Wheel nut torque97 ft•lbf (131 N•m, 13.4 kgf•m) 
     
        
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584 Alphabetical index
L/C200_U
Do-it-yourself maintenance..... 424
Door courtesy lights Door courtesy lights ..............331
Wattage .................................551
Door lock Back door ................................47
Side door ................................. 42
Wireless remote control key .... 39
Doors
Back door ................................47
Side door ................................. 42
Side mirrors .............................83
Driver’s seat belt reminder  light ......................................... 503
Driving
Break-in tips .......................... 143
Correct posture ..................... 101
Off-road precautions ............. 213
Procedures............................ 142
Winter driving tips.................. 226
Driving position memory...........63
Electronic key  If your electronic key 
battery is discharged...461, 531
Emergency flashers Switch.................................... 490
Emergency, in case of If a warning message is displayed............................. 511
If the electronic key does  not operate properly............ 531
If the engine will not start ......526
If the shift lever cannot be 
shifted from P......................528
If the vehicle has discharged 
battery ................................534
If the warning buzzer  sounds ................................500
If the warning light turns on ...500
If you cannot operate back  door opener ........................530 If you have a flat tire ............. 514
If you lose your keys ............. 529
If you think something is 
wrong .................................. 496
If your vehicle becomes  stuck ................................... 540
If your vehicle needs to be  towed .................................. 491
If your vehicle overheats ....... 537
Engine Compartment ........................ 428
Engine switch ........................ 152
Hood ..................................... 427
How to start the engine ......... 152
Identification number............. 543
If the engine will not start ...... 526
Ignition switch ....................... 152
Overheating .......................... 537
Engine coolant Capacity ................................ 546
Checking ............................... 434
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 226
Engine coolan t temperature 
gauge ...................................... 164
Engine immobilizer system ...... 96
Engine oil Capacity ................................ 545
Checking ............................... 430
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 226
Engine oil maintenance  data ......................................... 432
Engine switch........................... 152
Event data recorder ................. 498
First-aid kit holder ................... 395
Floor mat .................................. 394
Fluid
Brake..................................... 436
Power steering ...................... 438
Washer.................................. 442
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587
Alphabetical index
L/C200_U
Personal lights
Personal lights ...................... 371
Switch ................................... 371
Wattage ................................ 551
Power outlet............................. 389
Power steering Fluid...................................... 438
Power windows ......................... 86
Pre-Collision System .............. 212
Radiator.................................... 435
Radio ........................................ 265
RDS........................................... 269
Rear seats Adjustment ............................. 54
Tumbling second seats .......... 55
Tumbling third seats ............... 58
Rear turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 477
Wattage ................................ 551
Rear window defogger............ 260
Rear window wiper.................. 182
Replacing Fuses.................................... 464
Key battery ........................... 461
Light bulbs ............................ 477
Tires ..................................... 514
Reporting safety defects for  U.S.A. owners........................ 578
Roll sensing of curtain shield 
airbags off switch ................. 117
Roof luggage carrier ............... 218
Safety Connect ........................ 404
Seat belts Adjusting the seat belt ............ 72
Automatic Locking Retractor .............................. 74
Child restraint system  installation .......................... 128 Cleaning and maintaining 
the seat belts ......................416
Emergency Locking 
Retractor ...............................74
How to wear your seat belt......71
How your child should wear  the seat belt ..........................76
Pregnant women,  proper seat belt use ..............75
Reminder light .......................503
Seat belt extenders .................76
Seat belt pretensioners ...........74
Seat heaters..............................391
Seats Adjustment precautions........... 53
Child seats/child restraint 
system installation ..............128
Cleaning ................................415
Driver’s seat position 
memory .................................63
Front seat adjustment .............52
Head restraint..........................67
Properly sitting in the seat .....101
Rear seat adjustment ..............54
Seat heaters ..........................391
Service reminder  indicators ..............................167
Shift lever
Automatic transmission .........156
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P......................528
Side airbags..............................103
Side marker lights Replacing light bulbs .............477
Switch....................................174
Wattage .................................551
Side mirror
Adjusting and folding ...............83
Mirror position memory ...........63
Smart key system
Entry function ..........................26
Starting the engine ................152
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