2012 TOYOTA SIENNA check engine

772 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
SIENNA_U (OM45477U)
Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the engine
speed slightly and maintain at that level for approximately 5
minutes to recharge the battery of your vehicle.
Vehicles with a smart key system only: Open and close any
of the doors of your vehicle with the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch off.
Maintain the engine speed of the second vehicle and start
the engine of your vehicle by turning the engine switch to
the “ON” position (vehicles without a smart key system) or
turning the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to IGNITION
ON mode (vehicles with a smart key system).
Once the vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper
cables in the exact reverse or der from which they were con-
nected.
Vehicles with a 2GR-FE engine only: To install the engine
cover, conduct the removal procedure in reverse. After
installing, check that the fixed pins are inserted securely.
Once the engine starts, have the vehicle inspected at your Toyota
dealer as soon as possible.STEP3
STEP4
STEP5
STEP6
STEP7

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When trouble arises
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If your vehicle overheats
If your engine overheats:
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air condi-
tioning system.
Check to see if steam is coming out from under the hood.
If you see steam: Stop the engine. Carefully lift the hood after the steam
subsides and then restart the engine.
If you do not see steam: Leave the engine running and carefully lift the hood.
Check to see if the cooling fans are operating.
If the fans are operating: Wait until the temperature of the engine (shown on the
instrument cluster) begins to fall and then stop the
engine.
If the fans are not operating: Stop the engine immediately and call your Toyota dealer.
After the engine has cooled
down sufficiently, check the
engine coolant level and
inspect the radiator core (radi-
ator) for any leaks.STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP5STEP4

788 6-1. Specifications
SIENNA_U (OM45477U)
Lubrication system
*: The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changing theengine oil. Warm up and turn off the engine, wait more than 5 minutes, and
check the oil level on the dipstick.
■ Engine oil selection
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in your Toyota vehicle. Use
Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent to satisfy
the following grade and viscosity.
Oil grade: ILSAC multigrade engine oil
Recommended viscosity: SAE 0W-20
SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for
good fuel economy and good
starting in cold weather.
If SAE 0W-20 is not available,
SAE 5W-20 oil may be used.
However, it must be replaced
with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil
change.
Oil capacity
(Drain and refill 
reference
*)
1AR-FE engine
2GR-FE engine Without filter: 4.2 qt. (4.0 L, 3.5 Imp.qt.)
With filter: 4.6 qt. (4.4 L, 3.9 Imp.qt.)
Without filter: 6.0 qt. (5.7 L, 5.0 Imp.qt.)
With filter: 6.4 qt. (6.1 L, 5.4 Imp.qt.)
Outside temperature

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Vehicle specifications
SIENNA_U (OM45477U)
Electrical system
Automatic transaxle
*: The fluid capacity is a reference q
uantity. If replacement is necessary,
contact your Toyota dealer.
Battery
Open voltage* at
68 F (20 C): 12.6  12.8 V Fully charged
12.2  12.4 V Half charged
11 . 8
 12.0 V Discharged
(
*: Voltage checked 20 minutes after the engine
and all the lights turned off)
Charging rates 5 A max.
Fluid capacity*
2WD models
AWD models6.9 qt. (6.5 L, 5.7 Imp.qt.)
7.1 qt. (6.7 L, 5.9 Imp.qt.)
Fluid type
Toyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
■Transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may cause
deterioration in shift quality, locking up of your transmission accompanied by
vibration and, ultimately, damage to the vehicle’s transmission.

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Alphabetical index
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Electric power steering........... 327
Electronic key
If your electronic key
does not operate
properly .............................. 767
Emergency, in case of
If the back door opener is inoperative ........................... 86
If the electronic key
does not operate
properly .............................. 767
If the engine will not start...... 762
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted ................................ 764
If the vehicle has
discharged battery ............. 770
If the warning buzzer sounds... ........................... 729
If the warning light turns on .............................. 729
If the warning message is displayed ............................ 744
If you have a flat tire .... 745, 747
If you lose your keys............. 766
If you think something is wrong ................................. 727
If your vehicle becomes stuck................................... 778
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ................ 780
If your vehicle needs to be
towed ................................. 723
If your vehicle overheats ...... 775
Emergency flashers ................ 722 Engine
Accessory mode....................231
Compartment ........................655
Engine switch ................226, 229
Hood......................................651
How to start the engine .........................226, 229
Identification number .............785
If the engine will not start ......762
Ignition switch................226, 229
Overheating...........................775
Engine coolant
Capacity ................................790
Checking ...............................662
Preparing and checking before winter .......................352
Engine coolan t temperature
gauge ......................................244
Engine immobilizer system.....159
Engine oil Capacity ................................788
Checking ...............................657
Preparing and checking before winter .......................352
Engine switch ...................226, 229
EPS ............................................327
Event data recorder ...................27E

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Spare tireInflation pressure...................794
Storage location .................... 747
Spark plug ................................790
Specifications...........................784
Speech command switch ........ 535
Speedometer ............................ 244
Steering wheel Adjustment ............................ 137
Audio switches ......................463
Column lock release......227, 233
Stop lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 709
Wattage .................................796
Storage feature.........................572
Storage precautions ................348
Stuck If your vehicle becomes
stuck ...................................778
Sunshades Rear door ..............................602
Roof....................................... 150
Sun visors.................................590
Switch Engine switch ................226, 229
Fog light switch ..................... 280
Ignition switch................226, 229
Light switches........................ 266
Power back door .....................82
Power door lock switch ...........61
Power window switch ....144, 148
Window lock switch ............... 144
Wiper and washer switch .......................... 282, 290 Tachometer .............................. 244
Tail lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 709
Switch ................................... 266
Wattage................................. 796
Talk switch ............................... 535
Telephone switch..................... 535
Theft deterrent system Alarm..................................... 162
Engine immobilizer
system ................................ 159
Theft prevention labels ........... 165
Tire inflation pressure ............. 683
Tire information Glossary ................................ 808
Size ....................................... 794
Tire identification number...... 803
Uniform tire quality
grading................................ 805
Tires Chains ................................... 352
Checking ............................... 672
If you have a flat tire...... 745, 747
Inflation pressure .................. 683
Information ............................ 801
Replacing .............................. 747
Rotating tires ......................... 673
Size ....................................... 794
Snow tires ............................. 352
Tire pressure warning system ........................ 672, 733
Tools ......................................... 747
Total load capacity .................. 351T

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Towing
Dinghy towing ....................... 376
Trailer towing ........................ 356
Traction control ....................... 327
TRAC ........................................ 327
Trailer towing........................... 356
Trip information display ......... 252
Trip meter................................. 244
Turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 709
Switch ................................... 241
Wattage ................................ 796
Valet key..................................... 32
Vanity lights Vanity lights .......................... 591
Wattage ................................ 796
Vanity mirrors .......................... 591
VDIM ......................................... 328
Vehicle control and operation data recording ....... 26
Vehicle identification number................................... 785
Vehicle stability control .......... 327
VSC ........................................... 327 Warning buzzers
Brake system ........................729
Open door .............................733
Seat belt reminder .................733
Warning lights Active Torque Control 4WD
system ................................736
Anti-lock brake system ..........731
Automatic High Beam indicator light.......................732
Brake assist system ..............731
Brake system ........................729
Charging system .... ...............730
Cruise control indicator light .....................................732
Electric power steering system ................................731
Engine oil pressure ...............730
Low fuel level ........................733
Low washer fluid ...................734
Maintenance required reminder light ......................735
Malfunction indicator lamp ....730
Master warning light ..............733
Open door .............................733
Pre-collision system ..............731
Pretensioners ........................730
Radar cruise control indicator light.......................732
Seat belt reminder light .........733
Slip indicator light ..................731
SRS airbags ..........................730
Third seat warning light ......... 735
Tire pressure warning light ....734
Warning messages ..................744
Washer Checking ...............................671
Preparing and checking
before winter .......................352
Switch............................282, 290
Washing and waxing ...............630
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