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CAUTION
■
Chemicals in the battery
A battery contains poisonous and corrosive sulfuric acid and may produce
hydrogen gas which is flammable and explosive. To reduce the risk of death
or serious injury, take the following precautions while working on or near the
battery:
●Do not cause sparks by touching the battery terminals with tools.
● Do not smoke or light a match near the battery.
● Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothes.
● Never inhale or swallow electrolyte.
● Wear protective safety glasses when working near the battery.
● Keep children away from the battery.
■ Where to safely charge the battery
Always charge the battery in an open area. Do not charge the battery in a
garage or closed room where there is not sufficient ventilation.
■ How to recharge the battery
Only perform a slow charge (5 A or less). The battery may explode if
charged at a quicker rate.
■ Emergency measures regarding electrolyte
●If electrolyte gets in your eyes
Flush your eyes with clean water for at least 15 minutes and get immedi-
ate medical attention. If possible, continue to apply water with a sponge or
cloth while traveling to the nearest medical facility.
● If electrolyte gets on your skin
Wash the affected area thoroughly. If you feel pain or burning, get medical
attention immediately.
● If electrolyte gets on your clothes
It can soak through clothing on to your skin. Immediately take off the cloth-
ing and follow the procedure above if necessary.
● If you accidentally swallow electrolyte
Drink a large quantity of water or milk. Get emergency medical attention
immediately.
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Washer fluidIf any washer does not work or t he low windshield washer fluid level
warning light comes on (if equipped), the washer tank may be empty.
Open the lid.
Add washer fluid.
NOTICE
■When recharging the battery
Never recharge the battery while the engine is running. Also, be sure all
accessories are turned off.
STEP 1
STEP 2
CAUTION
■When refilling the washer fluid
Do not refill the washer fluid when t he engine is hot or running, as the
washer fluid contains alcohol and may catch fire if spilled on the engine
etc.
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Push and hold the tire pressure
warning reset switch until the tire
pressure warning light blinks
slowly 3 times.
Vehicles with smart key system: Wait for a few minutes with
the IGNITION ON mode, and then turn the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch OFF.
Vehicles without smart key system: Wait for a few minutes
with the engine switch in the “O N” position, and then turn the
engine switch to the “LOCK” position.
Registering ID codes
The tire pressure warning valve and transmitter is equipped with a
unique ID code. When replacing a tire pressure warning valve and
transmitter, it is necessary to regi ster the ID code of tire pressure
warning valve and transmitter. Have the ID code registered by your
Toyota dealer.
STEP 4
STEP 5
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■When to replace your vehicle’s tires
Tires should be replaced if:
●You have tire damage such as cuts, splits, cracks deep enough to
expose the fabric, or bulges indicating internal damage
●A tire goes flat repeatedly or c
annot be properly repaired due to the
size or location of a cut or other damage
If you are not sure, consult with your Toyota dealer.
■Replacing tires and wheels
If the ID code of the tire pressure warning valve and transmitter is not
registered, the tire pre ssure warning system will not work properly. After
driving for about 20 minutes, the ti re pressure warning light comes on
after blinking for 1 minute to indicate a system malfunction.
■Tire life
Any tire over 6 years old must be checked by a qualified technician even
if they have seldom or never been used or damage is not obvious.
■If the tread wears down below 0.16 in. (4 mm) on snow tires
The effectiveness of snow tires is lost.
■Maximum load of tire
Check that the maximum load of the replacement tire is greater than 1/2
of the Gross Axle Weight Ratings (GAW R) of either the front axle or the
rear axle, whichever is greater.
For the GAWR, see the Certification
Label. For the maximum load of the
tire, see the load limit at maximum cold
tire inflation pressure mentioned on the
sidewall of the tire. ( P. 479)
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■When the initialization of the tire pressure warning system has
failed
Initialization can be completed in a few minutes. However, in the follow-
ing cases, the settings have not b
een recorded and the system will not
operate properly. If repeated attempts to record tire inflation pressure
settings are unsuccessful, have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer.
●When operating the tire pressure warning reset switch, the tire pres-
sure warning light doe s not blink 3 times.
●After carrying out the initialization procedure, the tire pressure warn-
ing light blinks for 1 minute then stays on after driving for about 20
minutes.
■Routine tire inflation pressure checks
The tire pressure warning system doe s not replace routine tire inflation
pressure checks. Make su re to check tire inflation pressure as part of
your routine of daily vehicle checks.
■Tire pressure warning system certification
FCC ID: PAXPMV107J
FCC ID: HYQ13BCX
NOTE:
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
FCC WARNING:
Changes or modifications not expre ssly approved by the party responsi-
ble for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equip-
ment.
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CAUTION
■When inspecting or replacing tires
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents. Failure to do so
may cause damage to parts of the drive train, as well as dangerous han-
dling characteristics, which may lead to an accident resulting in death or
serious injury.
●Do not mix tires of different makes, models or tread patterns.
Also, do not mix tires of remarkably different treadwear.
●Do not use tire sizes other than those recommended by Toyota.
●Do not mix differently constructed ti res (radial, bias-belted or bias-ply
tires).
●Do not mix summer, all season and winter tires.
●Do not tow the vehicle with the compact spare tire installed.
■When initializing the tire pressure warning system
Do not push the tire pressure warnin g reset switch without first adjusting
the tire inflation pressure to the spec ified level. Otherwise, the tire pres-
sure warning light may not come on ev en if the tire inflation pressure is
low, or it may come on when the tire inflation pressure is actually normal.
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8 GLOW*80 A No circuit
9 P/I 50 A EFI MAIN, HORN, IG2
10 H-LP MAIN 50 A H-LP LH LO, H-LP RH LO, H-LP
LH HI, H-LP RH HI
11 EFI NO. 2 10 A Emission control system
12 EFI NO. 1 10 AMultiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system
13 H-LP RH HI 10 A Right-hand headlight (high beam)
14 H-LP LH HI 10 A Left-hand headlight (high beam)
15 H-LP RH LO 10 A Right-hand headlight (low beam)
16 H-LP LH LO 10 A Left-hand headlight (low beam)
17 ETCS 10 A Electronic throttle control system
18 TURN-HAZ 10 A Turn signal lights, emergency
flashers
19 ALT-S 7.5 A Charging system
20 AM2 NO. 2 7.5 A Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system, starting system
21 AM2 30 A Starting system
22 STRG LOCK 20 A Steering lock system
23 IG2 NO. 2 7.5 A Starting system
24 ECU-B2 10 A Air conditioning system
25 ECU-B 10 A
Main body ECU, gauge and meters,
clock
26 RAD NO. 1 15 A Audio system
27 DOME 10 A Trunk light, smart key system, inte-
rior light
28 AMP* 30 A Audio system
FuseAmpereCircuit
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■Under the driver’s side instrument panel
FuseAmpereCircuit
1 DEF 40 A Rear window defogger, MIR HTR
2 PWR SEAT 30 A Power seat
3 TAIL 10 A Parking lights, tail lights, license
plate lights, front side marker lights,
multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system, instrument cluster lights
4 PANEL 7.5 A Switch illumination
5 FR DOOR 20 A Power windows, moon roof
6 RL DOOR 20 A Power windows
7 RR DOOR 20 A Power windows
8 SUNROOF 20 A Moon roof
9 CIG 15 A Cigarette lighter
10 ACC 7.5 A Outside rear view mirrors, audio
system, main body ECU
11 MIR HTR 10 A Outside rear view mirror defogger
12 IGN 7.5 A Steering lock system, SRS airbag
system, multiport fuel injection sys-
tem/sequential multiport fuel injec-
tion system, front passenger
occupant classification system
13 METER 7.5 A Gauge and meters