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ItemsParts and tools
Brake fluid level (
P. 432)
• FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE
J1703 brake fluid
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding brake fluid)
Engine oil level ( P. 426)
• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or
equivalent
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding engine oil)
Fuses (P. 462)• Fuse with same amperage rating
as original
Radiator and condenser (P. 432)
Tire inflation pressure ( P. 451)• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Washer fluid (P. 434)
• Water or washer fluid containing
antifreeze (for winter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding washer fluid)
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CAUTION
■When raising your vehicle
Make sure to observe the following to reduce the possibility of death or\
seri-
ous injury.
● When using a floor jack, follow the instructions of the manual provided with
the jack.
● Do not use the jack that was supplied with your vehicle.
● Do not put any part of your body or get underneath the vehicle supported
only by the floor jack.
Always use automotive jack stands or a solid, flat, level surface.
● Do not start the hybrid system while the vehicle is supported by the floor
jack.
● Stop the vehicle on level firm ground, firmly set the parking brake and push
the “P” position switch.
● Make sure to set the floor jack properly at the jack point.
Raising the vehicle with an improperly positioned floor jack will damage
the vehicle and may cause the vehicle to fall off the floor jack.
● Do not raise the vehicle while someone is in the vehicle.
● When raising the vehicle, do not place any objects on top of or underneath
the floor jack.
●Lift up the vehicle using a floor jack
such as the one shown in the illustra-
tion.
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Engine compar tment
■12 volt battery
P. 436
Engine coolant reservoir
( P. 430)
Engine oil level dipstick
( P. 426)
Engine oil filler cap
( P. 427)
Power control unit coolant
reservoir ( P. 430)Brake fluid reservoir
( P. 432)
Fuse box ( P. 462)
Radiator ( P. 432)
Condenser ( P. 432)
Electric cooling fans
Washer fluid tank
( P. 434)
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Radiator and condenserCheck the radiator and condenser and clear any foreign objects.
If either of the above parts are extr emely dirty or you are not sure of
their condition, have your vehicl e checked by your Toyota dealer.
Brake fluid
■ Checking fluid level
The brake fluid level should be
between the “MAX” and “MIN”
lines on the tank.
CAUTION
■When the hybrid system is hot
Do not touch the radiator or condenser, as they may be hot and may cause
burns.
ITO43P151
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■
Adding fluid
Push the tab in and lift the cover
off.
Make sure to check the fluid type and prepare the necessary items.
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Fluid typeFMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703 brake fluid
ItemsClean funnel
■ Brake fluid can absorb moisture from the air
Excess moisture in the fluid can cause a dangerous loss of braking effi-
ciency. Use only newly opened brake fluid.
CAUTION
■When filling the reservoir
Take care because brake fluid can harm your hands or eyes and damage
painted surfaces.
If fluid gets in your eyes, flush your eyes with clean water immediately.
If you still experience discomfort, see a doctor.
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Washer fluidOpen the lid.
Check the washer fluid level on
the level gauge.“NORMAL”
“LOW”
NOTICE
■If the fluid level is low
It is normal for the brake fluid level to go down slightly as the brake pads
wear or when the fluid level in the accumulator is high.
If the reservoir needs frequent refilling, it may indicate a serious pro\
blem.
STEP1
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STEP2
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Fuse layout and amperage ratings
■ Engine compartment
FUSEAmpereCircuit
1 HTR 50A Air conditioning system
2 RDI 30A Electric cooling fans
3 CDS 30A Electric cooling fans
4 S-HORN 10A No circuit
5 ENG W/P 30A Cooling system
6 ABS MAIN
NO.2 7.5A Anti-lock brake system
7 H-LP CLN 30A Headlight cleaner
8 AMP 30A Audio system
9 IGCT 30A PCU, IGCT NO.2, IGCT NO.3
10 DC/DC-S 5A Inverter and converter
11 P CON MAIN 7.5A Parking control system, transmis-
sion
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1
2
3
456 7
891011 12
13 14
15 16
17 18
19 20 21 22
2324
25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34
35 36 37 38 39 40
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FUSEAmpereCircuit
12 AM2 7.5A Power windows
13 ECU-B2 7.5A Smart key system
14 MAYDAY 10A No circuit
15 ECU-B3 10A Air conditioning system
16 TURN & HAZ 10A Turn signal lights
17 ETCS 10AMultiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system
18 ABS MAIN
NO.1 20A Anti-lock brake system
19 P/I 2 40AParking control system, horn,
right-hand headlight (low beam),
left-hand headlight (low beam),
back-up lights
20 ABS MTR 1 30A Anti-lock brake system
21 ABS MTR 2 30A Anti-lock brake system
22 H-LP HI MAIN 20A H-LP HI RH, H-LP HI LH,
headlight switch, daytime running
light system
23 P/I 1 60A IG2, EFI MAIN, BATT FAN
24 EPS 60A Electric power steering
25 PCU 10A Inverter and converter
26 IGCT NO.2 10A Hybrid system, parking control
system, power windows, inverter
and converter