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5-1. Essential information
When trouble arises
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If you think something is wrong
If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably
needs adjustment or repair. Contact any authorized Toyota dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional as
soon as possible.
Visible symptoms
Fluid leaks under the vehicle
(Water dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal.)
Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
High engine coolant temperature warning light flashes or
comes on
Low engine coolant temperature indicator comes on or does
not come on continuously
Audible symptoms
Changes in exhaust sound
Excessive tire squeal when cornering
Strange noises related to the suspension system
Pinging or other noises related to the engine
Operational symptoms
Engine missing, stumbling or running roughly
Appreciable loss of power
Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road
Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling, pedal almost
touches the floor
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444 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Stop the vehicle immediately.
The following warnings indicate the possibility of damage to the
vehicle that may lead to an accident. Immediately stop the vehicle
in a safe place and contact any authorized Toyota dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
The following warning indicates the possibility of damage to the
vehicle that may lead to an accident. Immediately stop the vehicle
in a safe place and take the specified steps to correct the sus-
pected problem.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Charging system warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system.
Low engine oil pressure warning light
Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low.
(Flashes or
comes on)High engine coolant temperature warning light
Indicates that the engine is almost overheating. (P. 505)
Warning lightWarning light/DetailsCorrection procedure
(Comes on)
(if equipped)Multi-mode manual trans-
mission warning light
Indicates a malfunction in
the multi-mode manual
transmission system. Have the system checked
by any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
Multi-mode manual trans-
mission warning light
(warning buzzer)
Indicates a malfunction in
the multi-mode manual
transmission system and
that the clutch has become
hot due to excessive load. Pull over and shift the shift
lever to N. Wait for about 15
minutes for the clutch to
cool down. Have the system
checked by any authorized
Toyota dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
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If your vehicle overheats
Correction procedures
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air condition-
ing system, and then stop the engine.
If you see steam:
Carefully lift the hood after the steam subsides.
If you do not see steam:
Carefully lift the hood.
Gasoline engine
After the engine has cooled
down sufficiently, inspect the
hoses and radiator core (radia-
tor) for any leaks.
Radiator
Cooling fan
If a large amount of coolant leaks,
immediately contact any autho-
rized Toyota dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating.
The high engine coolant temperature warning light (P. 444)
comes on or flashes, or a loss of engine power is experienced.
(For example, the vehicle speed does not increase.)
Steam comes out from under the hood.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
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508 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
VERSO-S_EEStart the engine and turn the air conditioning system on to
check that the radiator cooling fan operates and to check for
coolant leaks from the radiator or hoses.
The fan operates when the air conditioning system is turned on
immediately after a cold start. Confirm that the fan is operating by
checking the fan sound and air flow. If it is difficult to check these,
turn the air conditioning system on and off repeatedly.
(The fan may not operate in freezing temperatures.)
If the fan is not operating:
Stop the engine immediately and contact any authorized
Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
If the fan is operating:
Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest authorized
Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
CAUTION
To prevent an accident or injury when inspecting under the hood of
your vehicle
If steam is seen coming from under the hood, do not open the hood until
the steam has subsided. The engine compartment may be very hot, caus-
ing serious injuries such as burns.
Keep hands and clothing (especially a tie, a scarf or a muffler) away from
the fans and belts. Failure to do so may cause the hands or clothing to be
caught, resulting in serious injury.
Gasoline engine
STEP6
STEP7
Do not loosen the radiator cap and the
coolant reservoir cap while the engine
and radiator are hot.
Serious injury, such as burns, may
result from hot coolant and steam
released under pressure.
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555 Alphabetical index
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Vanity mirrors .......................... 340
Vehicle identification
number ................................... 519
Vehicle stability control .......... 249
VSC ........................................... 249
Warning buzzers
Brake system ........................ 443
Clutch .................................... 444
Electric power steering
system ................................ 446
Multi-mode manual
transmission ....................... 444
Seat belt reminder................. 447
Warning lights
Anti-lock brake system .......... 446
Brake assist system .............. 446
Brake system ........................ 443
Charging system ................... 444
Clutch .................................... 444
Cruise control indicator
light ..................................... 446
Diesel Particulate Filter
system ................................ 447
Electric power steering
system ................................ 446
Electronic engine control
system ................................ 446Engine oil level...................... 447
Engine oil maintenance ........ 447
Engine oil pressure ............... 444
Fuel filter ............................... 446
High engine coolant
temperature warning light ... 444
Low fuel level ........................ 447
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 446
Multi-mode manual
transmission ....................... 444
Open door ............................. 447
Pretensioners........................ 446
Seat belt reminder light ......... 447
Slip indicator light.................. 446
Smart entry & start
system ........................ 446, 451
SRS airbags.......................... 446
Stop & Start indicator light .... 446
VSC OFF indicator light ........ 446V
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What to do if...
What to do if...
A tire puncturesP. 456
P. 469If you have a flat tire
The engine does not start
P. 486If the engine will not start
P. 510If you run out of fuel and the engine stalls
P. 107Engine immobilizer system
P. 497If the battery is discharged
The shift lever cannot be
moved outP. 489If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
P. 490If the shift lever cannot be shifted
The high engine coolant temperature
warning light flashes or comes on
Steam can be seen coming
from under the hood
P. 505If your vehicle overheats
The key is lostP. 491If you lose your keys
The battery runs outP. 497If the battery is discharged
The doors cannot be lockedP. 6 8Side doors
P. 7 4Back door
The horn begins to soundP. 1 1 9Alarm