2013 TOYOTA HILUX fuel filter

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Engine compartment
Left-hand drive vehicles
Battery (if equipped)
(P. 496)
Engine coolant reservoir
(P. 493)
Intercooler (P. 495)
Engine oil filler cap
(P. 490)Engine oil level dipstick
(P. 488)
Fuel filter (P. 502, 595)
Fuse box (P. 516)
Battery (P. 496)
Washer fluid tank (P. 500)
Condenser (P. 495)
Radiator (P. 495)

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Maintenance and care
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Right-hand drive vehicles
Engine coolant reservoir
(P. 493)
Intercooler (P. 495)
Engine oil filler cap
(P. 490)
Engine oil level dipstick
(P. 488)
Fuel filter (P. 502, 595)Battery (if equipped)
(P. 496)
Fuse box (P. 516)
Battery (P. 496)
Washer fluid tank (P. 500)
Condenser (P. 495)
Radiator (P. 495)

502 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Fuel filter
You may drain the fuel filter yourself. However, as the operation is dif-
ficult, we recommend having it drained by any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped profes-
sional. Even if you decide to drain it yourself, contact any authorized
Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped pro-
fessional.
The water in the fuel filter needs to be drained if the fuel system
warning light flashes. (P. 560)
Turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position.
Place a small tray under the drain plug or drain hose to catch
the water and any fuel that comes out.
Turn the drain plug counter-
clockwise about 2 to 2 1/2
turns.
Operate the priming pump
until fuel begins to run out.
After draining, tighten the drain plug by hand.
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STEP2
STEP3
STEP4

560 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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*1: If equipped
*2: Slow down until the lamp goes off.
*3: The light turns to yellow (except for Russia and Ukraine) or flashes (for
Russia and Ukraine).
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Fuel system warning light
Indicates:
• The amount of accumulated water in the fuel filter has
reached the specified level if the light flashes. (P. 502)
• The fuel filter need to be replaced if the light comes on.
DPF system warning light
Indicates:
• Vehicles without DPF system switch: The amount of
accumulated deposit in the DPF catalytic converter has
reached the specified level if the light comes on. Regen-
erate the filter. (P. 563)
• Vehicles without DPF system switch: Malfunction in the
DPF system if the light flashes.
• Vehicles with DPF system switch: Regenerate the filter
with the DPF system switch if the light turns on or
flashes. (P. 227)

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563 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
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If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving
For some models, the malfunction indicator lamp will come on if the fuel tank
becomes completely empty. If the fuel tank is empty, refuel the vehicle
immediately. The malfunction indicator lamp will go off after several trips.
If the malfunction indicator lamp does not go off, contact any authorized
Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped
professional.
Key reminder buzzer
The buzzer indicates that the key has not been removed with the engine off
and the driver’s door opened.
If the DPF system warning light comes on
The deposit collected in the filter needs to be regenerated.
To regenerate the filter, the following driving methods are recommended
*:
By driving continuously (for example, at around 60 km/h [37 mph] for
approximately 20 minutes).
By avoiding short trips, or by driving continuously (leaving the engine
running for long periods of time).
The DPF warning light will extinguish when regeneration is complete. How-
ever, if this driving cannot be carried out, or if the light does not extinguish
even after driving, have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional imme-
diately.
For details of the DPF system. (P. 227)
*: When driving, pay sufficient attention to weather, road conditions, terrain
and traffic conditions, and drive according to traffic laws.

564 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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CAUTION
If both the ABS and the brake system warning lights remain on (vehi-
cles with VSC system)
Stop your vehicle in a safe place immediately and contact any authorized
Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped profes-
sional. The vehicle will become extremely unstable during braking, and the
ABS system may fail, which could cause an accident resulting in death or
serious injury.
NOTICE
If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on when the boost pressure in
the turbocharger is abnormally high
Never drive at high speed or race the engine even after the lamp goes off.
If the fuel system warning light flashes
Never drive the vehicle with the warning light flashing. Continued driving with
water accumulated in the fuel filter will damage the fuel injection pump.

633 Alphabetical index
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Floor mat .................................. 457
Fluid
Washer.................................. 500
Four-wheel drive system
Front drive control lever ........ 212
Front fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 535
Switch ................................... 195
Wattage................................. 622
Front passenger’s seat belt
reminder light ........................ 561
Front position lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 537
Switch ................................... 191
Wattage................................. 622
Front seats
Adjustment .............................. 67
Front turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 539
Switch ................................... 173
Wattage................................. 622
Fuel
Capacity ................................ 609
Fuel gauge ............................ 176
Fuel pump shut off system .... 556
Gas station information ......... 644
If you run out of fuel and
the engine stalls.................. 595
Information ............................ 623
Refueling ................................. 96Fuel door .................................... 96
Fuel filler door............................ 96
Fuel filter .................................. 502
Fuel pump shut off system ..... 556
Fuses ........................................ 516
Gas station information .......... 644
Gauges ..................................... 176
Glove box ................................. 442
Hands-free system
(for cellular phone)................ 387
Head restraints
Adjustment .............................. 75
Headlight cleaner..................... 201
Headlights
Replacing light bulbs............. 533
Switch ................................... 191
Wattage ................................ 622
Heaters
Seat heaters ......................... 455
Side mirror ............................ 266
Hood ......................................... 484
Hooks
Deck...................................... 465
Horn .......................................... 175F
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638 Alphabetical index
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Valet key ..................................... 46
Vanity mirrors .......................... 450
Vehicle data recordings ............ 38
Vehicle identification
number ................................... 606
Vehicle stability control .......... 221
VSC ........................................... 221
Warning buzzers
Key reminder......................... 563
Seat belt reminder................. 561
Warning lights
Anti-lock brake system .......... 559
Automatic transmission fluid
temperature ........................ 559
Brake system ........................ 557
Charging system ................... 558
Diesel particulate filter........... 560
Electronic engine control
system ................................ 558
Engine oil change
reminder ............................. 562
Fuel filter ............................... 560
Low engine oil level............... 562
Low engine oil pressure ........ 558
Low fuel level ........................ 561
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 558
Open door ............................. 561
Seat belt reminder light ......... 561
SRS airbags .......................... 559
Timing belt replacement........ 559Washer
Checking ............................... 500
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 235
Switch ................................... 199
Washing and waxing ............... 468
Weight....................................... 603
Wheels ...................................... 509
Window glasses ........................ 91
Window lock switch .................. 92
Windows
Power windows ....................... 91
Rear window defogger .......... 266
Washer ................................. 199
Windshield wipers ................... 199
Wireless remote control key
Locking/Unlocking................... 48
Replacing the battery ............ 513
Wireless remote control key ... 48
WMA disc ......................... 282, 337V
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