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3-4. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list .................. 438
• Personal lights .................. 439
• Interior light ....................... 439
3-5. Using the storage features
List of storage features ....... 440
• Glove box ......................... 442
• Console box...................... 443
• Cup holders ...................... 444
• Bottle holders.................... 446
• Auxiliary boxes ................. 447
3-6. Other interior features
Sun visors ........................... 449
Vanity mirror ....................... 450
Clock ................................... 451
Ashtray................................ 452
Cigarette lighter .................. 453
Power outlet ........................ 454
Seat heaters ....................... 455
Floor mat............................. 457
Compass............................. 459
Deck hooks ......................... 4654-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior ........... 468
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior ............ 472
4-2. Maintenance
Maintenance
requirements .................... 476
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions ...................... 480
Hood................................... 484
Engine compartment .......... 486
Tires ................................... 503
Tire inflation pressure......... 507
Wheels ............................... 509
Air conditioning filter ........... 511
Wireless remote control
battery .............................. 513
Checking and replacing
fuses ................................ 516
Light bulbs .......................... 532
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154 2-1. Driving procedures
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CAUTION
When driving on slippery road surfaces
Sudden braking, acceleration and steering may cause tire slippage and
reduce your ability to control the vehicle, resulting in an accident.
Sudden changes in engine speed, such as engine braking caused by up-
shifting and down-shifting, may cause the vehicle to skid, resulting in an
accident.
After driving through a puddle, lightly depress the brake pedal to make
sure that the brakes are functioning properly. Wet brake pads may prevent
the brakes from functioning properly. If the brakes on only one side are wet
and not functioning properly, steering control may be affected, resulting in
an accident.
When shifting the shift lever
On vehicles with automatic transmission, be careful not to shift the shift lever
with the accelerator pedal depressed. Shifting the shift lever to a gear other
than P or N may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle that
may cause an accident and result in death or serious injury.
If you hear a squealing or scraping noise (brake pad wear indicators)
Have the brake pads checked and replaced by any authorized Toyota dealer
or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional as soon as
possible.
Rotor damage may result if the pads are not replaced when needed.
It is dangerous to drive the vehicle when the wear limits of the brake pads
and/or those of the brake discs are exceeded.
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Engine (ignition) switch
Starting the engine
Automatic transmission
Check that the parking brake is set.
Check that the shift lever is set in P.
Firmly depress the brake pedal.
Turn the engine switch to the “ON” position.
The indicator turns on.
After the indicator light goes out, turn the engine
switch to the “START” position to start the engine.
Manual transmission
Check that the parking brake is set.
Check that the shift lever is set in N.
Firmly depress the clutch pedal.
Turn the engine switch to the “ON” position.
The indicator turns on.
After the indicator light goes out, turn the engine
switch to the “START” position to start the engine.
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Turn signal lever
Turn signals can be operated when
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
If the indicator flashes faster than usual
Check that a light bulb in the front or rear turn signal lights has not burned
out.
The turn signal lever can be used to show the following intentions
of the driver:
Right turn
Left turn
Lane change to the right
(push and hold the lever
partway)
The right hand signals will
flash until you release the
lever.
Lane change to the left
(push and hold the lever
partway)
The left hand signals will flash
until you release the lever.
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The meters illuminate when
Vehicles without optitron type meter
The front position lights is turned on.
Vehicles with optitron type meter
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
The odometer and trip meter display illuminate when
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
The brightness of the instrument panel lights
When the headlight switch is turned to on, the brightness will be reduced
slightly unless the control dial is turned fully clockwise.
When disconnecting and reconnecting battery terminals
The trip meter data will be reset.
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the engine and its components
Do not let the indicator needle of the tachometer enter the red zone, which
indicates the maximum engine speed.
The engine may be overheating if the engine coolant temperature gauge is
in the red zone (H). In this case, immediately stop the vehicle in a safe
place, and check the engine after it has cooled completely. (P. 592)
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Warning lights
Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in any of the
vehicle’s systems. (P. 557)
*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 flashes to indicate a malfunction.
*4: The light turns to yellow (except for Russia and Ukraine) or flashes (for
Russia and Ukraine) to indicate a malfunction.
(for driver)(for front
passenger)(if equipped)(if equipped)(if equipped)
(if equipped)(if equipped)(if equipped)(4WD models)
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200 2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
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The windshield wiper and washer can be operated when
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
If no windshield washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzles are not blocked if there is washer fluid in the
windshield washer fluid reservoir.
NOTICE
When the windshield is dry
Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield.
When the washer fluid tank is empty
Do not operate the switch continually as the washer fluid pump may over-
heat.
When a nozzle becomes blocked
In this case, contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another
duly qualified and equipped professional.
Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged.
Washer/wiper dual opera-
tion
The wipers will automatically
operate a couple of times after
the washer squirts.
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4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior ......... 466
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior .......... 470
4-2. Maintenance
Maintenance
requirements................... 474
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions ..................... 478
Hood ................................. 482
Engine compartment......... 484
Tires .................................. 501
Tire inflation pressure ....... 505
Wheels .............................. 507
Air conditioning filter ......... 509
Wireless remote control
battery............................. 511
Checking and replacing
fuses ............................... 514
Light bulbs ........................ 530