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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Stop the vehicle immediately.
The following warnings indicate the possibility of damage to the vehi-
cle that may lead to an accident. Immediately stop the vehicle in a
safe place and contact your Toyota dealer.
*: The light may come on when the oil level is extremely low. It is not designed to indicate low oil level, and the oil level must be checked using the engine
oil level dipstick.
Have the vehicle inspected immediately.
Failing to investigate the cause of  the following warnings may lead to
the system operating abnormally  and possibly cause an accident.
Have the vehicle inspected by  your Toyota dealer immediately.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Charging system warning light Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging sys-
tem.
Low engine oil pressure warning light Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low
*.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
(U.S.A.)
(Canada) Malfunction indicator lamp
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system;
• The electronic automatic transmission control sys-tem; or
• Emission control system. 

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*3: Refer to the separate “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s ManualSupplement” for the maintenance interval applicable to your vehicle.
■ Key reminder buzzer
The buzzer indicates that the key has not been removed (with the engine
switch in the ACC or LOCK position and the driver’s door opened).
■ If the malfunction indicator  lamp comes on while driving
First check the following:
● Is your vehicle low on gas?
If it is, refuel the vehicle immediately.
● Is the fuel tank cap loose?
If it is, tighten it securely.
The light will go off after taking several driving trips.
If the light does not go off even after several trips, contact your Toyota dealer
as soon as possible.
■ Front passenger detect ion sensor and passenger seat belt reminder
If luggage or other load is placed on the front passenger seat, depending on
its weight, the reminder light to flash and buzzer to sound.
■
When the tire pressure warning light comes on
Check the tire inflation pressure and adjust to the appropriate level. 
Pushing the tire pressure warning reset switch does not turn off the tire
pressure warning light.
■The tire pressure warning light ma y turn on due to natural causes
The tire pressure warning light may turn on due to natural causes such
as natural air leaks or tire inflation pressure changes caused by temper-
ature. In this case, adjusting the ti re inflation pressure will turn off the
warning light (after a few minutes).
■When a tire is replaced with a spare tire
The spare tire is also equipped with the tire pressure warning valve and
transmitter. The tire pressu re warning light will turn on if the tire inflation
pressure of the spare tire is low. If a tire goes flat, even though the flat
tire is replaced with the spare tire, the warning light does not turn off.
Replace the spare tire with the repair ed tire and adjust the proper tire
inflation pressure. The ti re pressure warning light will turn off after a few
minutes. 

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■If the tire pressure warning system is inoperative
The tire pressure warning system will be disabled in the following condi-
tions:
(When the condition be
comes normal, the system will work properly.)
●If tires not equipped with tire pressure warning valves and transmit-
ters are used.
●If the ID code on the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters is
not registered in the tire pressure warning computer.
●If the tire inflation pressure is 73 psi (500 kPa, 5.1 kgf/cm2 or bar) or
higher.
The tire pressure warning system may be disabled in the following
conditions:
(When the condition becomes normal , the system will work properly.)
●If electronic devices or facilities using similar radio wave frequencies
are nearby.
●If a radio set at similar frequencies is in use in the vehicle.
●If a window tint that affects the radio wave signals is installed.
●If there is a lot of snow or ice on the vehicle, in particular around the
wheels or wheel housings.
●If non-genuine Toyota wheels are used. (Even if you use Toyota
wheels, the tire pressu re warning system may not work properly with
some types of tires.)
●If tire chains are used.
●If the spare tire is in a location subject to poor radio wave signal
reception.
●If a large metallic object which can  interfere with signal reception is
put in the luggage compartment.
■If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking
for 1 minute
If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking for 1
minute when the engine switch is turned to the ON position, have it
checked by your Toyota dealer.
■ Customization that can be co nfigured at Toyota dealer
The vehicle speed linked seat belt reminder buzzer can be disabled.
(Customizable features  P. 535) 

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■
Starting the engine when the battery is discharged (vehicles with an
automatic transmission)
The engine cannot be started by push-starting.
■ Avoiding a discharged battery
●Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the engine is turned
off.
● Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is run-
ning at a low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic, etc.
■ Charging the battery
The electricity stored in the battery will discharge gradually even when the
vehicle is not in use, due to natural discharge and the draining effects of cer-
tain electrical appliances. If the vehicle is left for a long time, the battery may
discharge, and the engine may be unable to start. (The battery recharges
automatically during driving.)
Once the vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper
cables in the exact reverse order in which they were con-
nected.
Once the engine starts, have the vehicle checked at your Toyota
dealer as soon as possible. 

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Vehicle specifications
Ignition system
Electrical system
Spark plug
Make DENSO SK20HR11
Gap
0.043 in. (1.1 mm)
NOTICE
■Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust gap when tuning engine.
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 key is 
removed with all the lights turned off)
Charging rates 5 A max. 

558 Alphabetical index
DoorsAccess doors...........................38
Door glasses ...........................74
Door lock ...........................32, 35
Open door warning light ........ 475
Side doors ...............................35
Side mirrors .............................71
Driver’s seat belt reminder 
buzzer ..................................... 475
Driver’s seat belt reminder  light ......................................... 475
Driving Break-in tips .......................... 120
Correct posture .......................82
Driving assist systems........... 196
Procedures ............................ 118
Winter driving tips.................. 211
Emergency, in case of Blown fuse............................. 443
If the engine will not start ...... 495
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P...................... 496
If the vehicle battery is  discharged .......................... 498
If a warning buzzer  sounds ................................ 472
If a warning light turns on ...... 472
If you have a flat tire  ............. 482
If you lose your keys ............. 497
If you think something is 
wrong .................................. 470
If the vehicle becomes  stuck ................................... 505
If your vehicle has to  be stopped in an 
emergency .......................... 507
If your vehicle needs to be  towed .................................. 465
If your vehicle overheats ....... 502
Emergency flashers Switch.................................... 464 Engine
Compartment ........................ 409
Engine switch ........................ 129
Exhaust gas .......................... 125
Hood ..................................... 408
How to start the engine ......... 129
Identification number............. 511
If the engine will not start ...... 495
Ignition switch ....................... 129
Immobilizer system ................. 79
Overheating .......................... 502
Warning light ......................... 473
Engine coolant Capacity ................................ 514
Checking ............................... 413
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 211
Temperature gauge .............. 140
Engine coolan t temperature 
gauge ...................................... 140
Engine immobilizer system ...... 79
Engine oil Capacity ................................ 513
Checking ............................... 410
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 211
Warning light ................. 473, 475
Engine switch........................... 129
Event data recorder ................... 24
Floor mat .................................. 371
Fluid Brake..................................... 415
Washer.................................. 421
Four-wheel drive system Four-wheel drive control lever .................................... 176
Front-wheel drive control  lever .................................... 179
Front passenger occupant 
classification system .............. 97
Front passenger’s seat belt  reminder light ........................ 475
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Theft prevention labels ............. 81
Tire inflation pressure ............ 519
Tire information
Glossary ............................... 529
Size ...................................... 526
Tire identification number ..... 525
Uniform tire quality grading ............................... 527
Tires Chains .................................. 212
Checking .............................. 423
If you have a flat tire ............. 482
Identification number ............ 525
Inflation pressure .................. 519
Inflation pressure sensor ...... 424
Information ........................... 524
Replacing ..................... 423, 482
Rotating tires ........................ 423
Size ...................................... 519
Snow tires............................. 211
Spare tire .............................. 482
Tire pressure warning reset switch ................................. 424
Tire pressure warning  system........................ 423, 476
Warning light ........................ 475
Tools......................................... 482
Total load capacity .................. 210
Towing Dinghy towing ....................... 232
Emergency towing ................ 465
Trailer towing ........................ 214
Traction control system ......... 196
TRAC (TRC) ............................. 196
Trip meter................................. 140
Turn signal lights Lever .................................... 136
Replacing light bulbs ............ 454
Switch ................................... 136
Wattage ................................ 520 Vanity mirrors...........................360
Vehicle data recordings ............23
Vehicle identification 
number ...................................511
Vehicle stability control...........196
Voltmeter ..................................140
VSC............................................196
Warning buzzers Key reminder .........................478
Seat belt reminder .................475
Warning lights ABS .......................................473
Airbag system .......................473
Anti-lock brake system ..........473
Automatic transmission fluid
temperature ........................475
Brake system ........................472
Charging system .... ...............473
Driver’s seat belt ...................475
Electronic engine control  system ................................473
Engine oil replacement..........475
Four-wheel drive system .......473
Front passenger occupant  classification system ........... 473
Front passenger’s seat belt ...475
Low brake fluid ......................472
Low engine oil pressure ........473
Low fuel level ........................475
Low tire inflation pressure .....475
Low washer fluid ...................475
Malfunction indicator lamp ....473
Open door .............................475
Seat belt ................................475
Seat belt pretensioner  system ................................473
SRS .......................................473
SRS airbag system ...............473
Tire pressure .........................475
Tire pressure warning  system ................................475
Unengaged “Park” .................473V
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