2012 TOYOTA IQ check oil

175 2-1. Driving procedures
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When driving
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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 or 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 engine oil, transmission fluid, etc.
Lubricant condition for the bearings and suspension joints (where possi-
ble) and the function of all joints, bearings, etc.

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2-5. Driving information
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When driving
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Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving
the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropri-
ate to the prevailing weather conditions.
Pre-winter preparations
Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tem-
peratures.
• Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
Have a service technician inspect the level and specific grav-
ity of battery electrolyte.
Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set
of tire chains for the front tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand, and that chains
match the size of the tires.
Before driving the vehicle
Perform the following according to the driving conditions.
Do not try to forcibly open a window, scrape an outside rear
view mirror surface or move a wiper or outside rear view mir-
ror that is frozen. Pour warm water over the frozen area to
melt the ice. Wipe away the water immediately to prevent it
from freezing.
To ensure proper operation of the climate control system fan,
remove any snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents
in front of the windshield.
Remove any ice that has accumulated on the vehicle chassis.
Periodically check for and remove any excess ice or snow
that may have accumulated in the wheel well or on the
brakes.

336 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Engine oil
With the engine at operating temperature and turned off, check the oil
level on the dipstick.
Checking the engine oil
Park the vehicle on level ground. After turning off the engine,
wait more than 5 minutes for the oil to drain back into the bot-
tom of the engine.
Hold a rag under the end and pull the dipstick out.
1KR-FE engine
1NR-FE engine
Wipe the dipstick clean.
Reinsert the dipstick fully.

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Maintenance and care
iQ_WE_74014EHolding a rag under the end, pull the dipstick out and check
the oil level.
Flat dipstick type A
Low
Normal
Excessive
The shape of the dipstick may
differ depending on the type of
vehicle or engine.
Flat dipstick type B
Low
Normal
Excessive
The shape of the dipstick may
differ depending on the type of
vehicle or engine.
Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it fully.
Adding engine oil
If the oil level is below or near the low level mark, add engine oil of
the same type as already in the engine.
1KR-FE engine

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Make sure to check the oil type and prepare the items needed before
adding oil.
Remove the oil filler cap, turning it counterclockwise.
Add engine oil slowly.
Checking the dipstick.
Reinstall the filler cap, turning it clockwise.
The approximate quantity of oil needed to raise the level between low and
full on the dipstick is indicated as follows:
1.5 L (1.6 qt., 1.3 Imp.qt.)
Engine oil selectionP. 4 5 0
Items Clean funnel

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Engine coolant
The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the FULL and LOW
lines on the reservoir when the engine is cold.
Reservoir cap
FULL
LOW
If the level is on or below the
LOW line, add coolant up to the
FULL line.
NOTICE
To prevent serious engine damage
Check the oil level on regular basis.
When replacing the engine oil
Be careful not to spill engine oil on the vehicle components.
Avoid overfilling, as the engine could be damaged.
Check the oil level on the dipstick every time you refill the vehicle.
Be sure the engine oil filler cap is properly tightened.

465 Alphabetical index
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Eco driving indicator
light ......................... 167, 201, 209
Electric power steering ........... 224
Emergency flashers
Switch ................................... 386
Emergency, in case of
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ................. 427
If the engine will not start ...... 423
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ..................... 425
If the vehicle battery
is discharged ...................... 430
If the warning buzzer
sounds ................................ 397
If the warning light turns
on........................................ 397
If you have a flat tire ............. 405
If you lose your keys ............. 426
If you think something is
wrong .................................. 395
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 438
If your vehicle has to
be stopped in an
emergency .......................... 440
If your vehicle needs to be
towed .................................. 388
If your vehicle overheats ....... 435
Emergency tire puncture
repair kit ................................. 405
Engine
Compartment ........................ 334
Engine switch ................ 176, 179
Hood ..................................... 319
How to start the
engine ......................... 176, 179
Identification number............. 445
If the engine will not start ...... 423
Ignition switch .............. 176, 179
Overheating .......................... 435Engine coolant
Capacity ................................ 452
Checking ............................... 340
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 231
Engine immobilizer system .... 108
Engine oil
Capacity ................................ 449
Checking ............................... 336
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 231
Engine switch .................. 176, 179
EPS ........................................... 224
First-aid kit holder ................... 301
Floor mat .................................. 299
Fluid
Washer ................................. 346
Fog lights
Replacing light bulbs............. 373
Switch ................................... 216
Wattage ................................ 456
Front fog lights
Replacing light bulbs............. 373
Switch ................................... 216
Wattage ................................ 456
Front passenger’s seat belt
reminder light ........................ 399
Front position lights
Replacing light bulbs............. 373
Switch ................................... 211
Wattage ................................ 456
Front seats
Adjustment .............................. 79E
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Switch
Airbag manual on-off
switch.................................. 159
Emergency flasher switch ..... 386
Engine switch ................ 176, 179
Fog light switch ..................... 216
Hazard light switch ................ 386
Ignition switch ............... 176, 179
Light switches ....................... 211
Outside rear view mirror
switch.................................... 95
Power door lock switch ........... 73
Power window switch ............ 100
Rear window wiper and
washer switch ..................... 222
VSC OFF switch ................... 225
Window lock switch ............... 100
Wiper and washer
switch.......................... 218, 222
Tachometer .............................. 197
Tail lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 374
Switch ................................... 211
Wattage................................. 456
Theft deterrent system
Alarm..................................... 119
Engine immobilizer system ... 108
Tire inflation pressure ............. 350
Tires
Chains ................................... 233
Checking ............................... 347
If you have a flat tire.............. 405
Inflation pressure .......... 350, 455
Rotating tires ......................... 347
Size ....................................... 455
Snow tires ............................. 231
Tools ......................................... 324
Towing
Emergency towing ................ 389
Trailer towing ........................ 235Traction control ....................... 224
TRC ........................................... 224
Trip information ....................... 205
Trip meter ................................. 206
Turn signal lights
Lever ..................................... 193
Replacing light bulbs............. 373
Wattage ................................ 456
Vanity mirrors .......................... 294
Vehicle identification
number ................................... 445
Vehicle stability control .......... 224
VSC ........................................... 224
Warning buzzers
Brake system ........................ 397
Seat belt reminder ................ 399
Warning lights
ABS....................................... 398
Airbag system ....................... 398
Anti-lock brake system.......... 398
Brake assist system .............. 398
Brake system ........................ 397
Charging system ................... 398
Electric power steering ......... 398
Engine oil pressure ............... 398
High engine coolant
temperature ........................ 398
Low fuel level ........................ 399
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 398
Open door ............................. 399
Pretensioners........................ 398
Seat belt reminder light ......... 399
Slip indicator ......................... 398
Smart entry & start system ... 401
SRS airbags.......................... 398
VSC OFF .............................. 398
Warning reflector holder ......... 301
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