
4247-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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CAUTION
■If the tire pressure warning light comes on
Be sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to do so could
cause a loss of vehicle control and result in death or serious injury.
●Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire
inflation pressure immediately.
●If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pres-
sure adjustment, it is probable that you have a flat tire. Check the tires.
If a tire is flat, change it with th e spare tire and have the flat tire
repaired by the nearest Toyota dealer.
●Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate,
you could lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes.
■If a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur
The tire pressure warning system may not activate immediately.
■Maintenance of the tires
Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly
when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the
vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure
label (tire and load information label). (If your vehicle has tires of a dif-
ferent size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation
pressure label [tire and load information label], you should determine
the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.)
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire
pressure monitoring system (TPMS-ti re pressure warning system) that
illuminates a low tire pre ssure telltale (tire pressure warning light) when
one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated. Accordingly,
when the low tire pressure telltale (tire pressure warning light) illumi-
nates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and
inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly under-
inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure.
Under-inflation also reduces fuel effi ciency and tire tread life, and may
affect the vehicle's ha ndling and stopping ability.
Please note that the TPMS (tire pres sure warning system) is not a sub-
stitute for proper tire ma intenance, and it is the driver's responsibility to
maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached
the level to trigger illumina tion of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale (tire
pressure warning light).

4317-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
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Once
An attempt was made to start
the engine with the shift lever in
an incorrect position.
Shift the shift lever to P
and start the engine.
Power was turned off due to the
automatic power off function.
Next time when starting
the engine, increase the
engine speed slightly and
maintain that level for
approximately 5 minutes
to recharge the battery.
Once
The electronic key has a low
battery.
Replace the electronic key
battery. ( P. 386)
Once
The driver’s door was opened
and closed with the engine
switch turned off and then the
engine switch was put in
ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON
mode twice without the engine
being started.
Press the engine switch
while depressing the brake
pedal.
During an engine starting pro-
cedure in the event that the
electronic key was not function-
ing properly ( P. 450), the
engine switch was touched with
the electronic key.
Press the engine switch
while depressing the brake
pedal within 10 seconds of
the buzzer sounding.
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4477-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
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One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●One or both of the battery terminals may be disconnected.
● The battery may be discharged. ( P. 452)
● There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system (vehicles
with a smart key system).
Contact your Toyota dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if repair
procedures are unknown.
When the engine does not start, the following steps can be used as an
interim measure to start the engine if the engine switch is functioning
normally:
Set the parking brake.
Shift the shift lever to P.
Turn the engine switch to ACCESSORY mode.
Press and hold the engine switch for about 15 seconds while
depressing the brake pedal firmly.
Even if the engine can be started using the above steps, the system
may be malfunctioning. Have the v ehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer.
The starter motor does not turn ov er, the interior lights and head-
lights do not turn on, or the horn does not sound.
Emergency start function (vehicles with a smart key system)
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2
3
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512What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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●The seat belt reminder light is flashing
Are the driver and the front passenger wearing the seat belts?
( P. 421)
●
The brake system warning light is on
Is the parking brake released? ( P. 204)
●
The open door warning indicator is on
Are all the doors closed? ( P. 100, 117)
Depending on the situation, other types of warning buzzer may also
sound. ( P. 418,
426)
●Did anyone inside the vehicle open a door during setting the alarm?
The sensor detects it and the alarm sounds. ( P. 72)
To stop the alarm, turn the engine switch to IGNITION ON mode
(vehicles with a smart key system) or start the engine.
●Is the electronic key left inside the vehicle?
Check the message on the multi-information display.
●When a warning light turns on, refer to P. 418.
●When a warning light turns on or a warning message or indicator is dis-
played, refer to P. 418, 426.
A warning buzzer sounds during driving
An alarm is activated and the horn sounds
A warning buzzer sounds when leaving the vehicle
(vehicles with a smart key system)
A warning light turns on or a warning message is dis-
played

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C .................................... 280, 286Air conditioning filter ............. 383
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)...... 260
Function ................................ 260
Warning light ......................... 419
Accessory meter........................ 89
Active head restraints ............. 123
Active traction control ............ 240
Air conditioning filter .............. 383
Air conditioning
system ............................ 280, 286 Air conditioning filter ............. 383
Airbags ....................................... 35 Airbag operating conditions .... 42
Airbag precautions for your child ......................... 37
Airbag warning light .............. 419
Correct driving posture ........... 28
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions ............. 42
Curtain shield airbag
precautions ........................... 39
Front passenger occupant classification syst em............. 46
General airbag precautions .... 37
Locations of airbags................ 35
Modification and disposal of airbags.............................. 41
Side airbag operating conditions ............................. 42
Side airbag precautions .......... 37
Side and curtain shield airbags
operating conditions ............. 42
Side and curtain shield
airbags precautions .............. 37
SRS airbags............................ 35 Alarm .......................................... 72
Alarm ...................................... 72
Warning buzzer .................... 418
Anchor brackets ........................ 57
Antennas (smart key system) ............... 107
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ...................................... 260
Function ................................ 260
Warning light......................... 419
Armrest..................................... 321
Assist grip ................................ 322
Audio system
*
AUTO LSD system................... 242
Automatic air conditioning
system.................................... 286
Automatic light control
system.................................... 205
Automatic running boards ..... 114
Automatic transmission ......... 200 If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P .... 448
S mode ................................. 201
AUX port*
Auxiliary boxes ........................ 302
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515Alphabetical index
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Back doorBack door.............................. 117
Back window ......................... 151
Smart key system ................. 107
Wireless remote control ........ 100
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs............. 403
Wattage ................................ 469
Back window ............................ 151
Battery ...................................... 367 Battery checking ................... 367
If the vehicle battery is discharged ...................... 452
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 269
Warning light ......................... 418
Bottle holders .......................... 304
Brake Fluid ...................................... 364
Parking brake........................ 204
Warning light ......................... 418
Brake assist ............................. 260
Break-in tips ............................. 161
Brightness control
Instrument panel light control................................... 82 Care .................................. 342, 344
Aluminum wheels ................. 342
Exterior ................................. 342
Interior .................................. 344
Seat belts.............................. 345
Cargo capacity......................... 175
Cargo hooks ............................ 305
Cargo net hooks ...................... 306
Center differential lock ........... 236
Chains ...................................... 271
Child restraint system............... 53 Booster seats, definition ......... 54
Booster seats, installation....... 65
Convertible seats, definition ... 54
Convertible seats, installation ............................ 62
Front passenger occupant classification syst em ............ 46
Infant seats, definition............. 54
Infant seats, installation .......... 62
Installing CRS with LATCH anchors ............ 59
Installing CRS with seat belts...................................... 62
Installing CRS with top tether strap.............. 66
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518Alphabetical index
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Flat tire...................................... 433
Floor mats .................................. 26
FluidAutomatic transmission......... 467
Brake .................................... 467
Power steering ...................... 468
Washer ................................. 370
Fog lights ................................. 211 Replacing light bulbs............. 391
Switch ................................... 211
Wattage ................................ 469
Four-wheel drive system ............................ 232, 236
Front passenger occupant classification system .............. 46
Front personal lights ............... 296
Front seats ............................... 122
Adjustment ............................ 122
Cleaning................................ 344
Correct driving posture ........... 28
Driving position memory ....... 135
Head restraints ..................... 139
Seat heaters ......................... 293
Seat position memory ........... 135
Seat ventilators ..................... 293
Front side marker lights.......... 205
Light switch ........................... 205
Replacing light bulbs............. 398
Wattage ................................ 469 Front turn signal lights ........... 203
Replacing light bulbs ............ 396
Turn signal lever ................... 203
Wattage ................................ 469
Fuel ........................................... 219
Capacity................................ 462
Fuel gauge.............................. 81
Fuel pump shut off system ... 417
Information............................ 470
Refueling .............................. 219
Type.............................. 219, 462
Warning light......................... 420
Fuel filler door ......................... 219 Refueling .............................. 219
Fuel pump shut off system..... 417
Fuses ........................................ 388
Garage door opener ................ 323
Gauges ....................................... 81
Glove box ................................. 299
Grocery bag hooks.................. 308
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522Alphabetical index
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Parking brake ........................... 204Operation .............................. 204
Parking brake engaged warning buzzer ................... 418
Parking lights ........................... 205 Light switch ........................... 205
Replacing light bulbs............. 396
Wattage ................................ 469
Pen holder ................................ 303
Personal lights ......................... 296
Power back window ................ 151 Jam protection function......... 153
Operation .............................. 151
Power outlets ................... 314, 319
Power steering Fluid ...................................... 366
Warning light ......................... 420
Power windows........................ 148 Jam protection function......... 149
Operation .............................. 148
Window lock switch............... 148 Radiator .................................... 363
Rear differential lock
system.................................... 216
Rear seats
Adjustment............................ 125
Folding down ........ 127, 129, 131
Rear step bumper .................... 118
Rear turn signal lights ............ 203
Replacing light bulbs ............ 402
Turn signal lever ................... 203
Wattage ................................ 469
Rear view mirror Inside rear view mirror .......... 144
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 146
Rear view monitor system
*
Rear window ............................ 151
Rear window defoggers....................... 282, 288
Rear window wiper .................. 244
Refueling .................................. 219
Capacity................................ 462
Fuel types ............................. 462
Opening the fuel tank cap..... 221
Replacing Fuses .................................... 388
Key battery ........................... 385
Light bulbs ............................ 391
Tires...................................... 433
Reporting safety defects
for U.S. owners...................... 494
Reset the maintenance data ... 348
Roof luggage carrier ............... 170
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