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6-1. SpecificationsMaintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) ........... 552
Fuel information ................. 564
Tire information .................. 569
6-2. Customization Customizable features ....... 581
6-3. Initialization Items to initialize................. 588
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ................ 590
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners (in
French) ............................. 591
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ........................ 593
Abbreviation list......................... 604
Alphabetical index ..................... 606
What to do if... ........................... 616
6Vehicle specifications
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2-5. Driving information
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When driving
Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving
the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropri-
ate to the prevailing weather conditions.
■ Pre-winter preparations
●Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tem-
peratures.
• Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
● Have a service technician inspect the level and specific grav-
ity of battery electrolyte.
● Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set
of tire chains for the front tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand, and that chains
match the size of the tires.
■Before driving the vehicle
Perform the following according to the driving conditions:
●Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is
frozen. Pour warm water over the frozen area to melt the ice.
Wipe away the water immediately to prevent it from freezing.
● To ensure proper operation of th e climate control system fan,
remove any snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents
in front of the windshield.
● Remove any ice that has accumu lated on the vehicle chassis.
● Periodically check for and remove any excess ice or snow
that may have accumulated in the wheel well or on the
brakes.
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4-2. Maintenance
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Maintenance and care
General maintenance
Engine compartment
ItemsCheck points
Battery Check the connections.
(P. 450)
Brake fluid Is the brake fluid at the correct
level? (
P. 449)
Engine coolant Is the engine coolant at the
correct level? (
P. 447)
Engine oil Is the engine oil at the correct
level?
(P. 442)
Exhaust system There should not be any fumes or
strange sounds.
Radiator/condenser The radiator and condenser
should be free from foreign
objects.
(P. 448)
Washer fluid Is there sufficient washer fluid?
(P. 453)
Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be per-
formed at the intervals specified in the “Owner's Warranty Informa-
tion Booklet” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement/Scheduled
Maintenance Guide”. It is recomme nded that any problem you notice
should be brought to the attention of your Toyota dealer or qualified
service shop for advice.
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
ItemsParts and tools
Engine oil level
P. 442)
• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or
equivalent
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding engine oil)
Fuses (P. 474)• Fuse with same amperage rating
as original
Light bulbs (P. 486)
• Bulb with same number and watt-
age rating as original
• Phillips-head screwdriver
• Flathead screwdriver
• Wrench
Radiator and condenser
(P. 448)
Tire inflation pressure ( P. 460)• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Washer fluid (P. 453)
• Water or washer fluid containing
antifreeze (for winter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding water or washer fluid)
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Engine compar tment
2.5 L 4-cylinder (2AR-FE) engine
Engine oil filler cap( P. 444)
Engine oil level dipstick ( P. 442)
Brake fluid reservoir ( P. 449)
Fuse box ( P. 474)Battery ( P. 450)
Radiator ( P. 448)
Electric cooling fans
Condenser ( P. 448)
Engine coolant reservoir ( P. 447)
Washer fluid tank ( P. 453)
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Maintenance and care
3.5 L V6 (2GR-FE) engine
Engine oil filler cap
( P. 444)
Engine oil level dipstick ( P. 442)
Brake fluid reservoir ( P. 449)
Fuse box ( P. 474)Battery ( P. 450)
Radiator ( P. 448)
Electric cooling fans
Condenser ( P. 448)
Engine coolant reservoir ( P. 447)
Washer fluid tank ( P. 453)
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Engine oilWith the engine at operating temperature and turned off, check the oil
level on the dipstick.
■ Checking the engine oil
Park the vehicle on level ground. After warming up the engine
and turning it off, wait more than 5 minutes for the oil to drain
back into the bottom of the engine.
Hold a rag under the end, pull the dipstick out.
2.5 L 4-cylinder (2AR-FE) engine
3.5 L V6 (2GR-FE) engine
Wipe the dipstick clean.
Reinsert the dipstick fully.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
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Maintenance and care
Holding a rag under the end, pull the dipstick out and check
the oil level.
Flat dipstick Low
Normal
Excessive
The shape of the dipstick may
differ depending on the type of
vehicle or engine.
Non-flat dipstick Low
Normal
Excessive
The shape of the dipstick may
differ depending on the type of
vehicle or engine.
Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it fully.STEP5
STEP6