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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1Before DrivingAdjusting and operating features such as door locks,
mirrors, and steering column
2When DrivingDriving, stopping and safe-driving information
3Interior featuresAir conditioning and audio systems, as well as other in-
terior features for a comfortable driving experience
4Maintenance and
care Cleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it-
yourself maintenance, and maintenance information
5When trouble
arisesWhat to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat
tire, or is involved in an accident
6Vehicle specifi-
cationsDetailed vehicle information
IndexAlphabetical listing of information contained in this man-
ual
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3-4. Using the storage features
List of storage features ....... 473
• Glove box ......................... 474
• Console box...................... 475
• Overhead console ............ 476
• Cup holders ...................... 477
• Bottle holders.................... 478
• Coin box ........................... 480
3-5. Other interior features
Sun visors ........................... 481
Vanity mirror ....................... 482
Ashtray................................ 483
Cigarette lighter .................. 484
Power outlet ........................ 485
Seat heaters ....................... 486
Armrest ............................... 488
Trunk/luggage
compartment storage
extension .......................... 489
Panoramic roof shade
(wagon)............................. 490
Rear sunshade (sedan) ...... 493
Rear side sunshades
(sedan) ............................. 494
Assist grips ......................... 495
Floor mats ........................... 496
Trunk features (sedan) ....... 498
Luggage compartment
features (wagon)............... 5004-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and
protecting the
vehicle exterior ................. 508
Cleaning and
protecting the
vehicle interior .................. 513
4-2. Maintenance
Maintenance
requirements .................... 516
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions ...................... 519
Hood................................... 523
Positioning a floor jack ....... 525
Engine compartment .......... 527
Tires ................................... 545
Tire inflation pressure......... 549
Wheels ............................... 551
Air conditioning filter ........... 553
Key battery ......................... 556
Checking and replacing
fuses ................................ 560
Light bulbs .......................... 576
4Maintenance and care
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5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers ............ 596
If your vehicle
needs to be towed ............ 597
If you think something is
wrong ................................ 607
Fuel pump shut off system
(gasoline engine) .............. 6085-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning light turns on
or a warning buzzer
sounds... ......................... 609
If a warning message is
displayed .......................... 616
If you have a flat tire
(vehicles with a spare
tire for sedan) ................... 640
If you have a flat tire
(vehicles with a spare
tire for wagon) .................. 654
If you have a flat tire
(vehicles with emergency
tire puncture repair kit) ..... 668
If the engine will not start ... 693
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from “P” ................ 696
If the parking brake
cannot be released .......... 697
If you lose your keys .......... 703
If you cannot operate the trunk
opener (sedan)................. 704
If you cannot operate the back
door opener (wagon)........ 705
If the electronic key does
not operate properly ......... 706
If the battery is
discharged ....................... 709
If your vehicle overheats .... 714
If you run out of fuel and
the engine stalls
(diesel engine) ................. 718
If the vehicle becomes
stuck................................. 719
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an
emergency ....................... 721
5When trouble arises
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Tires
Rotation
Replacement
Inflation pressure
P. 545
P. 640
P. 549
: If equipped
*: For vehicles with a “touch screen”, refer to ““touch screen” Owner’s Manual”.
Trunk P. 80
Side doors
P. 72
Fuel filler door
P. 121
Rear fog light (right-hand
drive vehicles)
P. 259
Rear window defoggerP. 373
Rear view monitor system
camera
* P. 305
Rear fog light (left-hand drive
vehicles)
P. 259
Rear turn signal lights P. 226
License plate lights
P. 252
Tail lights P. 252
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: If equipped
*: For vehicles with a “touch screen”, refer to ““touch screen” Owner’s Manual”.
Rear view monitor system
camera
* P. 305
Side doors
P. 72
Tires
Rotation
Replacement
Inflation pressure
P. 545
P. 654
P. 549Back door P. 84
Fuel filler door
P. 121
Tail lights P. 252Rear window wiper P. 266
Rear window defoggerP. 373
License plate lights
P. 252
Rear fog light (left-hand drive
vehicles)
P. 259
Rear fog light (right-hand
drive vehicles)
P. 259
Rear turn signal lights P. 226
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CAUTION
SRS airbag precautions
If the vinyl cover is put on the area where the SRS knee airbag will
deploys, be sure to remove it.
Do not use seat accessories which cover the parts where the SRS side
airbags inflate as they may interfere with inflation of the airbags.
Do not strike or apply significant levels of force to the area of the SRS air-
bag components shown on P. 149.
Doing so can cause the SRS airbags to malfunction.
Do not attach anything to areas such as
the door, windshield glass, side door
glass, front, center and rear pillars, roof
side rail or assist grip. (Vehicles with
emergency tire puncture repair kit:
Except for the speed limit label P. 6 8 0 )
Do not hang coat hangers or other hard
objects on the coat hooks. All of these
items could become projectiles and
seriously injure or kill you, should the
SRS curtain shield airbag deploy.
Vehicles without smart entry & start
system: Do not attach any heavy, sharp
or hard objects such as keys or acces-
sories to the key. The objects may
restrict the SRS knee airbag inflation or
be thrust into the driver’s seat area by
the force of the deploying airbag, thus
causing a danger.
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NOTICE
Avoiding damage to vehicle parts
Do not turn the steering wheel fully in either direction and hold it there for a
long time.
Doing so may damage the power steering motor.
When driving over bumps in the road, drive as slowly as possible to avoid
damaging the wheels, underside of the vehicle, etc.
Diesel engine only: Make sure to idle the engine immediately after high-
speed driving or hill climbing. Stop the engine only after the turbocharger
has cooled down.
Failure to do so may cause damage to the turbocharger.
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.
The rotor damage can 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 that of the brake discs are exceeded.
If you get a flat tire while driving
A flat or damaged tire may cause the following situations. Hold the steering
wheel firmly and gradually press the brake pedal to slow down the vehicle.
It may be difficult to control your vehicle.
The vehicle will make abnormal sounds.
The vehicle will behave abnormally.
Information on what to do in case of a flat tire. (P. 640, 654, 668)
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CAUTION
When using the rear view monitor system
Observe the following precautions to avoid an accident that could result in
death or serious injuries.
Never depend solely on the monitor system when reversing.
Always check visually and with the mirrors to confirm your intended path is
clear.
Use your own eyes to confirm the vehicle’s surroundings, as the displayed
image may become faint or dark, and moving images will be distorted, or
not entirely visible when the outside temperature is low. When backing up,
be sure to check behind and all around the vehicle visually and with the
mirrors before proceeding.
Always check the vehicle surrounding area, because the guide lines are
ancillary lines.
The guide lines are ancillary lines and do not change even if the steering
wheel is turned.
Depicted distances between objects and flat surfaces differ from actual
distances.
Do not use the system if the trunk/back door is not completely closed.