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4-4. Refueling
Driving
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Opening the fuel tank cap
●Close all the doors and windows, and turn the engine switch to the
“LOCK” position (vehicles without smart entry & start system) or off
(vehicles with smart entry & start system).
● Confirm the type of fuel.
■Fuel types
XGasoline engine
EU area:
Unleaded gasoline conforming to European standard EN228, Research
Octane Number of 95 or higher
Except EU area:
Unleaded gasoline, Research Octane Number of 95 or higher
XDiesel engine
Diesel fuel conforming to European standard EN590 (Ultra low sulfur diesel
max 10 ppm)
■ Use of ethanol blended gasoline in a gasoline engine
Toyota allows the use of ethanol blended gasoline where the ethanol content
is up to 10%. Make sure that the ethanol blended gasoline to be used has a
Research Octane Number that follows the above.
Perform the following steps to open the fuel tank cap.
Before refueling the vehicle
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5758-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
If the engine will not star t
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
●There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle.
● The engine may be flooded. (gasoline engine)
Try to restart the engine again following correct starting procedures.
(→ P. 209, 212)
● There may be a malfunction in the engine immobilizer system.
(→ P. 7 8 )
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
● The battery may be discharged. ( →P. 585)
● The battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.
The engine starting system may be malfunctioning due to an electrical
problem such as an open circuit or a blown fuse. However, an interim
measure is available to start the engine. ( →P. 576)
If the engine will not start even though correct starting proce-
dures are being followed ( →P. 209, 212), consider each of the fol-
lowing points:
The engine will not start even though the starter motor operates
normally.
The starter motor turns over slowly, the personal/interior lights
and headlights are dim, or the horn does not sound or sounds at
a low volume
The starter motor does not turn over (vehicles with smart entry &
start system)
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Vehicle specifications
■Fuel tank opening for unleaded gasoline (gasoline engine)
To help prevent incorrect fueling, your Toyota has a fuel tank opening that
only accommodates the special nozzle on unleaded fuel pumps.
■ If you plan to drive in foreign countries (diesel engine)
Low sulfur diesel fuel may not be available, so please confirm the availability
with your distributor.
■ If your engine knocks
●Consult any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional.
● You may occasionally notice light knocking for a short time while accelerat-
ing or driving uphill. This is normal and there is no need for concern.
NOTICE
■Notice on fuel quality
●Do not use improper fuels. If improper fuels are used the engine will be
damaged.
● Gasoline engine: Do not use leaded gasoline.
Leaded gasoline will cause the three-way catalytic converter to lose its
effectiveness and emission control system to function improperly.
● Diesel engine:
Do not use a fuel that contains more than 10 ppm of sulfur.
Use of such a high sulfur fuel may damage the engine.
● Gasoline engine (EU area): Bioethanol fuel sold under names such as
“E50” or “E85” and fuel containing a large amount of ethanol should not be
used. The use of these fuels will damage the vehicle’s fuel system. In case
of any doubt, ask any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped professional.
● Gasoline engine (except EU area): Bioethanol fuel sold under names such
as “E50” or “E85” and fuel containing a large amount of ethanol should not
be used. Your vehicle can use gasoline mixed with 10% max ethanol. The
use of fuel with more than 10% ethanol content (E10) will damage the
vehicle’s fuel system. You must ensure that refueling is carried out only
from a source where fuel specification and quality can be guaranteed. In
case of any doubt, ask any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another
duly qualified and equipped professional.
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GAS STATION INFORMATION
Auxiliary catch leverFuel filler door
P. 440
P. 249
Hood lock release leverFuel filler door openerTire inflation pressure
P. 440 P. 249 P. 613
Fuel tank capacity (Reference) 60 L (15.9 gal., 13.2 Imp.gal.)
Fuel type P. 601
Cold tire inflation pressure P. 613
Engine oil capacity
(Drain and refill — reference) P. 602
Engine oil type P. 603
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