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516 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Battery■ Battery exterior
Make sure that the battery terminals are not corroded and that
there are no loose connections, cracks, or loose clamps.
Te r m i n a l s
Hold-down clamp
NOTICE
■If the fluid level is low or high
It is normal for the brake fluid level to go down slightly as the brake pads
wear or when the fluid level in the accumulator is high.
If the reservoir needs frequent refilling, it may indicate a serious pro\
blem.
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When trouble arises
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5-1. Essential information
If you think something is wrong
If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably
needs adjustment or repair. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as
possible.
■ Visible symptoms
●Fluid leaks under the vehicle
(Water dripping from the air cond itioning after use is normal.)
● Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
● Engine coolant temperature g auge needle continually points
higher than normal
■ Audible symptoms
●Changes in exhaust sound
● Excessive tire squeal when cornering
● Strange noises related to the suspension system
● Pinging or other noises related to the engine
■ Operational symptoms
●Engine missing, stumbling or running rough
● Appreciable loss of power
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road
● Loss of brake effectiveness, s pongy feeling, pedal almost
touches the floor
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a war ning light turns on or a war ning buzzer sounds...
Stop the vehicle immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
The following warning indicates a possible problem in the brake sys-
tem. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your
Toyota dealer.
*: Parking brake engaged warning buzzer:
A buzzer sounds to indicate that the parking brake is still engaged (with the
vehicle having reached a speed of 3 mph [5 km/h]).
Warning lightWarning light/Details
(U.S.A.)
(Canada) Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)*
• Low brake fluid
• Malfunction in the brake system This light also comes on when the parking brake is not
released. If the light turns off after the parking brake is
fully released, the system is operating normally.
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights turn
on or flash. If a light turns on or flashes, but then turns off, this does
not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the system.
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6-1. Specifications
6
Vehicle specifications
Transfer (4WD models)
Brakes
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 110 lbf (490 N,
50 kgf) while the engine is running
*
2: Parking brake pedal travel when depress ed with a force of 67 lbf (300 N, 31
kgf)
Steering
Oil capacity 1.0 qt. (0.9 L, 0.8 Imp. qt.)
Oil typeHypoid gear oil API GL-5
Recommended oil viscosityAbove 0
F (-18 C): SAE 90
Below 0 F (-18 C): SAE 80W or 80W-90
Pedal clearance*13.3 in. (84.4 mm) Min.
Pedal free play 0.08 0.12 in. (2 3 mm)
Brake pad wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lining wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake pedal travel*28 10 clicks
Fluid type SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)
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671
Alphabetical index
Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 553
Wattage ................................ 632
Back door Back door ............................... 60
Smart key system ... ................ 35
Wireless remote control.......... 48
Battery
Checking .............................. 516
If the vehicle has a discharged battery ............. 606
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 248
Bluetooth
® audio..................... 377
Bluetooth® phone ................... 373
Bottle holder ............................ 447
Brake assist ............................. 227
Brakes Fluid...................................... 515
Parking brake ....................... 184
Break-in tips ............................ 162
Brightness control Instrument panel light
control ................................ 187 Care
Exterior ..................................482
Interior ...................................485
Seat belts ..............................486
Cargo capacity .........................247
Cargo hooks .............................465
CD changer ...............................314
CD player ..................................314
Chains .......................................248
Child restraint system Booster seats, definition ........143
Booster seats, installation .....148
Convertible seats, definition .............................143
Convertible seats, installation ...........................148
Front passenger occupant
classification system ........... 136
Infant seats, definition ...........143
Infant seats, installation.........148
Installing CRS with a top tether straps ........................155
Installing CRS with LATCH
anchors ...............................150
Installing CRS with seat belts ....................................152
Child safety Airbag precautions ................131
Battery precautions .......518, 609
Child restraint system............143
Child-protectors .......................56
How your child should wear the seat belt ..........................91
Installing child restraints ........148
Moon roof precautions ..........107
Power window lock switch.....101
Power window precautions ...103
Removed key battery precautions .........................541
Seat belt extender precautions ...........................93
Seat belt precautions ..............91
Seat heater precautions ........461
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674 Alphabetical index
Floor mat................................... 464
FluidBrake ..................................... 515
Washer .................................. 520
Fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 553
Switch.................................... 210
Wattage ................................. 632
Front automatic air conditioning system.............. 281
Front fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 553
Switch.................................... 210
Wattage ................................. 632
Front manual air conditioning system.............. 274
Front passenger occupant
classification system ............ 136
Front passenger's seat belt reminder light......................... 576
Front seats Adjustment ..............................74
Front side marker lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 553
Switch.................................... 203
Wattage ................................. 632
Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 553
Wattage ................................. 632
Fuel Capacity ................................ 621
Fuel gauge ............................ 186
Fuel pump shut off system .... 572
Gas station information ......... 684
Information ............................ 633
Refueling ............................... 109
Type ...................................... 621
Fuel door................................... 109
Fuel filler door .......................... 109
Fuel pump shut off system ..... 572
Fuses......................................... 542 Garage door opener ................ 470
Gas station information .......... 684
Gauges...................................... 186
Glove box ................................. 440
Grocery bag hooks .................. 465
Hands-free system
(for cellular phone) ................ 373
Hazard lights switch ................ 562
Head restraints Active head restraints ............. 75
Adjusting ................................ 85
Headlights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 553
Switch ................................... 203
Wattage................................. 632
Heaters Seat heaters.......................... 460
Side mirror ............................ 295
Hood.......................................... 499
Hooks Cargo hook ........................... 465
Shopping bag ........................ 465
Horn .......................................... 185FG
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682 What to do if...
A warning light or indicator light
comes onP. 573If a warning light turns on or a
warning buzzer sounds...
■Warning lights
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Brake system warning
lightLow fuel level warning
light
Driver’s seat belt
reminder light
Charging system warn-
ing lightFront passenger’s seat belt
reminder light
Low engine oil pressure
warning light
Malfunction indicator
lampMaster warning light
Maintenance required
reminder light
SRS warning lightLow washer fluid warn-
ing light
Open door warning light
