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4-2. Maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Vehicle exterior
ItemsCheck points
Doors • Operate smoothly?
Engine hood • The lock system works properly?
Fluid leaks • Is there any leakage after park-
ing?
Tire • Inflation pressure is correct?
• Tire surfaces not worn or dam-
aged?
• Tires rotated according to the maintenance schedule?
• Wheel nuts are not loose?
CAUTION
■ If the engine is running
Turn the engine off and ensure that there is adequate ventilation before per-
forming maintenance checks.

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When trouble arises
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5-1. Essential information
If your vehicle needs to be towed
Before towingThe following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact
your Toyota dealer before towing.
● The engine is running, but the vehicle will not move.
● The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
Emergency towing
If a tow truck is not available, in an emergency your vehicle may be
temporarily towed using a cable or chain secured to the emergency
towing eyelet. This should only attempted on hard, surfaced roads for
short distances at low speeds.
A driver must be in the vehicle to steer and operate the brakes. The
vehicle’s wheels, drive train, axles, steering and brakes must be in
good condition.
Type A Towing eyelet
If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle towed by
your Toyota dealer or a commerci al towing service, using a lift-type
truck or a flat bed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all to wing, and abide by all state/pro-
vincial and local laws.
The wheels and axle on the groun d must be in good condition.
If they are damaged, use a towing dolly or flat bed truck.

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When trouble arises
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5-1. Essential information
If you think something is wrong
If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably
needs adjustment or repair. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as
possible.
■ Visible symptoms
●Fluid leaks under the vehicle
(Water dripping from the air cond itioning after use is normal.)
● Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
● Engine coolant temperature g auge needle continually points
higher or lower than normal
● Voltmeter continually points higher or lower than normal
● Engine oil pressure gauge continually points higher or lower
than normal
● Automatic transmission fluid temperature gauge needle con-
tinually points higher or lower than normal (if equipped)
■ Audible symptoms
●Changes in exhaust sound
● Excessive tire squeal when cornering
● Strange noises related to the suspension system
● Pinging or other noises related to the engine
■ Operational symptoms
●Engine missing, stumbling or running rough
● Appreciable loss of power
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road
● Loss of brake effectiveness, s pongy feeling, pedal almost
touches the floor

604 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
CAUTION
■Using the jack
Improper use of the jack may lead to death or serious injuries due to the
vehicle suddenly falling off the jack.
●Do not use the jack for any purpose ot her than replacing tires or install-
ing and removing tire chains.
●Only use the jack that comes with this vehicle for replacing a flat tire.
Do not use it on other vehicles, an d do not use other jacks for replac-
ing tires on this vehicle.
●Always check that the jack is securely set to the jack point.
●Do not put any part of your body under the vehicle supported by a jack.
●Do not start or run the engine while your vehicle is supported by the
jack.
●Do not raise the vehicle while someone is in it.
●When raising the vehicle, do not put an object on or under the jack.
●Do not raise the vehicle to a hei ght greater than that required to
replace the tire.
●Use a jack stand if it is necessary to get under the vehicle.
Take particular care when lowering the vehicle to ensure that no one
working on or near the vehicle will be injured.
■Using the jack handle
Insert the square head securely until you hear a click to prevent the
extension parts from coming apart unexpectedly.
■Replacing a flat tire
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of death or serious
injury.
●Retighten the wheel nuts within 100 m iles (160 km) of driving. Other-
wise, the nuts may loosen and the wheels may fall off, which could
cause a serious accident.
●Lower the spare tire completely to the ground before removing it from
under the vehicle.
●Do not try to remove the wheel ornament by hand. Take due care in
handling the ornament to avoid unexpected personal injury.

676 Alphabetical index
CleaningExterior .................................. 498
Interior ................................... 500
Seat belts .............................. 501
Climate control seat................. 472
Clock ........................................ 457
Coin holder ............................... 435
Compass ................................... 491
Condenser ................................ 521
Console box ..................... 436, 443
Conversation mirror ................462
Cooling system
Engine overheating ............... 615
CRS ........................................... 129
Cruise control
Cruise control ........................ 195
Dynamic radar cruise control ................................. 198
Cup holders .............................. 448
Curtain shield airbags ............. 111
Customizable features............. 650
Daytime running light system .................................... 188
Defogger
Rear window ......................... 292
Side mirrors ........................... 292
Dimension................................. 622
Dinghy towing .......................... 277
Display Trip information ..................... 177
Warning message ................. 592
Do-it-yourself main tenance..... 509
Door courtesy lights
Door courtesy lights .............. 429
Wattage ................................. 634 Doors
Back door ................................ 42
Door glasses ........................... 92
Door lock ........................... 33, 37
Side doors ............................... 37
Side mirrors............................. 86
Driver's seat belt reminder light ......................................... 585
Driving Break-in tips .......................... 149
Correct posture ..................... 109
Procedures............................ 148
Winter driving tips ................. 253
Driving position memory .......... 64
DVD player................................ 372
Electronically modulated air
suspension ............................ 223
Emergency flashers
Switch ................................... 572
Emergency, in case of If the engine will not start ...... 608
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted ................................. 610
If the vehicle has discharged
battery................................. 612
If the warning buzzer sounds ................................ 583
If the warning light turns on........................................ 583
If the warning message is
displayed ............................ 592
If you have a flat tire ............. 597
If you lose your keys ............. 611
If you think something is wrong .................................. 579
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 618
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What to do if...
What to do if...
A tire puncturesP. 597If you have a flat tire
The engine does not start
P. 608If the engine will not start
P. 104Engine immobilizer system
P. 612If the vehicle battery is discharged
The shift lever cannot be
moved outP. 610If the shift lever cannot be shifted
from P
The engine coolant temperature
gauge enters the red zone
Steam can be seen coming
from under the hood
P. 615If your vehicle overheats
The key is lostP. 6 1 1If you lose your keys
The battery runs outP. 612If the vehicle battery is discharged
The doors cannot be lockedP. 3 7Side doors
P. 4 2Back door
The horn begins to sound.P. 106Alarm
The vehicle is stuck in
mud or sandP. 618If the vehicle becomes stuck