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Front turn signal light and daytime running light
Turn the steering wheel in the
opposite direction of the front
turn signal light and daytime run-
ning light that you wish to
replace.
For example, if you wish to
replace the front turn signal light
and daytime running light on the
right side, turn the steering wheel
to the left.
Remove the fender liner screws.
Partly remove the fender liner.
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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 ................................ 591
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ............ 593
If you lose your keys ........ 595
If you cannot operate back door opener ........... 596
If the electronic key does not operate properly....... 597
If the vehicle battery is discharged ..................... 599
If your vehicle overheats ....................... 604
If the vehicle becomes stuck .............................. 607
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ..................... 608

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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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