2012 TOYOTA HILUX maintenance

536 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
HILUX_EE (OM0K132E)License plate lights
Remove the unit.
Turn the bulb base counterclock-
wise.
Remove the light bulb.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3

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Maintenance and care
HILUX_EE (OM0K132E)Replacing the following bulbs
If any of the lights listed below has burnt out, have it replaced by
any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional.
Side turn signal lights (mirror-mounted type) (if equipped)
High mounted stoplight (if equipped)
When installing the rubber cover of the headlight
Ensure the rubber cover is securely attached.
LED light bulbs
The high mounted stoplight consists of a number of LEDs. If any of the LEDs
burn out, take your vehicle to any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and equipped professional to have the light replaced.
Condensation build-up on the inside of the lens
Contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional 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 have built up on the inside of the lens.
Water has built up inside the headlight.
Fit the rubber cover outer circumfer-
ence in firmly.
Fit the rubber cover around the light
bulb in until the light bulb plug can be
seen.

538 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
HILUX_EE (OM0K132E)
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. Failure 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.
Check the wattage of the bulb before installing to prevent heat damage.

554 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
HILUX_EE (OM0K132E)
*: Driver’s seat belt buzzer:
The driver’s seat belt buzzer sounds to alert the driver that his or her seat
belt is not fastened. The buzzer sounds intermittently for 30 seconds after
the vehicle reaches a speed of 15 km/h (9 mph). Then, if the seat belt is still
unfastened, the buzzer will sound in a different tone for 90 more seconds.
Warning lightWarning light/DetailsCorrection procedure
(for front
passenger)
Front passenger’s seat
belt reminder light
Warns the front passen-
ger to fasten his/her seat
belt
Fasten the seat belt.
Unengaged “Park” warn-
ing light (if equipped)
The transmission “Park”
mechanism is not
engaged.Shift front drive control lever
to “H2” or “H4” or “L4”.
Low engine oil level warn-
ing light
Indicates that engine oil
level is lowCheck the level of engine oil
and add more oil if neces-
sary.
(remains on)Engine oil change
reminder light
Indicates that the engine
oil should be changed
Comes on approximately
30000 km (18000 miles)
after the engine oil has
been changed (and the oil
maintenance date has
been reset)Have the engine oil and oil
filter checked and/or
changed by any authorized
Toyota dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and
equipped professional. After
changing the engine oil, the
oil change system should
be reset. (P. 484)

6Vehicle specifications
593
HILUX_EE (OM0K132E)
6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data
(fuel, oil level, etc.).......... 594
Fuel information ................ 615
6-2. Initialization
Items to initialize ............... 617

594
HILUX_EE (OM0K132E)
6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)
Dimensions
*1: Unladen vehicle
*2: Without rear bumper
*3: With rear bumper
*4: Without over fender
*5: With over fender
*6: With 205R16C tires
*7: With 255/70R15C tires
*8: With 265/65R17 tires
Overall length5135 mm (202.1 in.)*2
5260 mm (207.0 in.)*3
Overall width1760 mm (69.3 in.)*4
1835 mm (72.2 in.)*5
Overall
height
*1
Single-cab models1795 mm (70.7 in.)*6, 7
1805 mm (71.0 in.)*8
Extra-cab models
1835 mm (72.2 in.)
Double-cab models1850 mm (72.8 in.)*6, 7
1860 mm (73.2 in.)*8
Wheelbase
3085 mm (121.5 in.)
Front and rear tread1510 mm (59.4 in.)*6
1540 mm (60.6 in.)*7, 8

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Vehicle specifications
HILUX_EE (OM0K132E)
6-2. Initialization
Items to initialize
*: If equipped
ItemWhen to initializeReference
Power windows
*After reconnecting or chang-
ing the batteryP. 9 2
Engine oil mainte-
nance data
*After changing engine oil P. 484
The following items must be initialized for normal system operation
after such cases as the battery is reconnected, or maintenance is
performed on the vehicle.

623 Alphabetical index
HILUX_EE (OM0K132E)
Child-protectors ......................... 62
Cigarette lighter ....................... 448
Cleaning
Exterior.................................. 462
Interior ................................... 466
Seat belts .............................. 467
Clock ......................................... 446
Compass................................... 454
Condenser ................................ 488
Console box ............................. 438
Cooling system
Engine overheating ............... 584
Cruise control .......................... 202
Cup holder ................................ 439
Curtain shield airbags ............. 110
Daytime running light .............. 193
Deck hooks............................... 460
Defogger
Rear window ......................... 264
Side mirrors........................... 264
Diesel particulate filter
system .................................... 226
Dimension ................................ 594
Display
Multi-information
display ................................ 185
Touch screen ........................ 313
Trip information ..................... 187Display audio
Antenna ................ 331, 376, 386
Audio input ............ 348, 357, 364
AUX port ............................... 364
Bluetooth
® audio................... 365
Bluetooth® phone ................. 390
CD player .............................. 332
iPod....................................... 346
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 333
Radio .................................... 327
Steering wheel audio
switch ................................. 310
USB memory ........................ 355
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 474
Doors
Door glasses ........................... 92
Door lock........................... 46, 60
Side doors............................... 60
Side mirrors ............................ 89
Driver’s seat belt reminder
light......................................... 553
Driving
Correct posture ..................... 108
Procedures ........................... 146
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