2012 TOYOTA HILUX 4WD

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HILUX_EE (OM0K132E)
Checking your vehicle’s model
Check the model code to see what type of model your vehicle is.
Driving system
2: 4WD models
3: Pre Runner
Basic code
6: Models with 1KD-FTV engine
5: Models with 2KD-FTV engine
Cab type and Producing country
T: Single-cab made in South Africa
B: Single-cab made in Thailand
C: Extra-cab made in Thailand
P: Double-cab made in South Africa
D: Double-cab made in Thailand
Transmission type
A: Automatic transmission
M: Manual transmission
Grade
D: DLX
S: SR
Destination
W: Models for European countries
H: Models only for Finland
The model code appears on the manufacturer’s label with the head-
ing “MODEL”.
K U N 2 6 – P A D W

161 2-1. Driving procedures
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When driving
HILUX_EE (OM0K132E)
NOTICE
When encountering flooded roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain etc. Doing so may
cause the following serious damage to the vehicle:
Engine stalling
Short in electrical components
Engine damage caused by water immersion
In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be
sure to have any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly quali-
fied and equipped professional check the following:
Brake function
Changes in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the engine, trans-
mission, transfer (4WD models), differential, etc.
Lubricant condition for the propeller shaft, bearings and suspension joints
(where possible), and the function of all joints, bearings, etc.

171 2-1. Driving procedures
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When driving
HILUX_EE (OM0K132E)
Maximum downshifting speeds
Observe the downshifting speeds in the following table to prevent over-rev-
ving the engine.
4WD models
*1: With 265/65R17 tires
*2: With 255/70R15C tires
*3: With 205R16C tires
Shift
positionFront drive
control
lever
Maximum speed
km/h (mph)
1KD-FTV
engine
2KD-FTV engine
For Russia and
UkraineExcept for
Russia and
Ukraine
1H2, H439 (24)
*1
38 (24)*236 (22)*1
35 (22)*2, 338 (24)*1
37 (23)*2, 3
L4 15 (9) 14 (9)15 (9)*1
14 (9)*2, 3
2H2, H473 (45)
*1
71 (44)*267 (42)*1
65 (40)*2, 370 (43)*1
68 (42)*2, 3
L429 (18)*1
28 (17)*226 (16)*1
25 (16)*2, 327 (16)*1, 2
26 (16)*3
3H2, H4119 (74)
*1
115 (71)*2109 (68)*1
105 (65)*2, 3114 (71)*1
110 (68)*2, 3
L446 (29)*1
45 (28)*242 (26)*1
41 (25)*2, 345 (28)*1
43 (27)*2, 3
4H2, H4170 (106)
*1
165 (103)*2156 (97)*1
151 (94)*2, 3164 (102)*1
158 (98)*2, 3
L467 (42)*1
64 (40)*261 (38)*1
59 (37)*2, 364 (40)*1
62 (39)*2, 3

182 2-2. Instrument cluster
HILUX_EE (OM0K132E)
Indicators
The indicators inform the driver of the operating state of the
vehicle’s various systems.
Turn signal indicator
(P. 173)
(if equipped)
Slip indicator
(P. 221)
Headlight high beam
indicator (P. 191)
(if equipped)
VSC OFF indicator
(P. 221)
(optitron type
meters)
Tail light indicator
(P. 191)
(4WD models)
Four-wheel drive
indicator(P. 211)
(if equipped)
Front fog light indicator
(P. 195)
(if equipped)
Rear differential lock
indicator (P. 216)
Rear fog light indicator
(P. 196)
(automatic
transmission)
Shift position indicators
(P. 166)Engine preheating
indicator (P. 162)
(if equipped)
Cruise control indicator
(P. 202)
*1, 2
*1
*1

183 2-2. Instrument cluster
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When driving
HILUX_EE (OM0K132E)
Warning lights
Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in any of the
vehicle’s systems. (P. 549)
*1: These lights turn on when the engine switch is turned to the “ON” posi-
tion to indicate that a system check is being performed. They will turn
off after the engine is started, or after a few seconds. There may be a
malfunction in a system if a light does not come on, or if the lights do
not turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
*2: The light flashes to indicate that the system is operating.
*3: The light turns to yellow (except for Russia and Ukraine) or flashes (for
Russia and Ukraine) to indicate a malfunction.
*4: The light flashes rapidly to indicate a malfunction.
(for driver)(for front
passenger)(if equipped)(if equipped)(if equipped)
(if equipped)(if equipped)(if equipped)(4WD models)
*1*1*1*1*1*1*1
*1*1*1*1
*1, 3*1*3*1*4

217 2-4. Using other driving systems
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When driving
HILUX_EE (OM0K132E)
Using the rear differential lock system
Automatic transmission
4WD models only: Before using the rear differential lock sys-
tem, try shifting the front drive control lever into L4. If this is
not sufficient, use the rear differential lock system as well.
Be sure to stop the wheels.
Press the rear differential lock switch.
Gently depress the accelerator pedal.
After the rear differential is locked, the indicator will come on.
Unlock the rear differential as soon as the vehicle moves.
Manual transmission
4WD models only: Before using the rear differential lock sys-
tem, try shifting the front drive control lever into L4. If this is
not sufficient, use the rear differential lock system as well.
Be sure to stop the wheels.
Depress the clutch pedal.
Press the rear differential lock switch.
Slowly release the clutch pedal.
After the rear differential is locked, the indicator will come on.
Unlock the rear differential as soon as the vehicle moves.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
STEP5

218 2-4. Using other driving systems
HILUX_EE (OM0K132E)
Locking the rear differential
The following systems do not operate when the rear differential is locked.
It is normal operation for the ABS warning light, VSC OFF indicator (if
equipped) and slip indicator (if equipped) to be on at this time.
•ABS
• Brake assist (if equipped)
• VSC (if equipped)
• TRC (if equipped)
For easy unlocking
Slightly turn the steering wheel in either direction while the vehicle is in
motion.
Automatic unlocking feature (4WD models)
Shift the front drive control lever to H2 or H4.
Never forget to turn off the switch after using this feature.
After unlocking the rear differential
Check that the indicator goes off.

522 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
HILUX_EE (OM0K132E)Driver’s side instrument panel (rear side)
FuseAmpereCircuit
1AM140 A
Rear differential lock system, ABS,
TRC, VSC, ACC, CIG, ECU-IG &
GAUGE, and WIP fuses
2IG140 APWR, S-HTR, 4WD, DOOR, DEF
and MIR HTR fuses