2015 TOYOTA HILUX air condition

1694-1. Before driving
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NOTICE
■When encountering flooded roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain etc. Doing so may
cause the following serious damage to the vehicle:
● Engine stalling
● Short in electrical components
● Engine damage caused by water immersion
In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be
sure to have any authorized Toyota deale r or repairer, or another duly quali-
fied and equipped professional check the following:
● Brake function
● Changes in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the engine, trans-
mission, transfer (4WD models), differential, etc.
● Lubricant condition for the propeller shaft, bearings and suspension joints
(where possible), and the function of all joints, bearings, etc.
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1814-1. Before driving
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If the engine overheats
Towing a loaded trailer up a long, steep incline in temperatures
exceeding 30
°C (85 °F) may result in the engine overheating. If the
engine coolant temperature gauge indicates that the engine is over-
heating, turn the air conditioning off immediately, leave the road and
stop the vehicle in a safe place. ( →P. 482)
■When parking the vehicle
Always place wheel chocks under the wheels of both the vehicle
and trailer. Firmly set the parking brake and shift the shift lever to P
for automatic transmissions, and 1 or R for manual transmissions.
CAUTION
Follow all the instructions described in this section. Failure to do so could
cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
■
Trailer towing precautions
When towing, make sure that none of the weight limits are exceeded.
(→ P. 173)
■ Vehicle speed in towing
Observe the legal maximum speeds for trailer towing.
■ Before descending hills or long declines
Reduce speed and downshift. However, never downshift suddenly while
descending steep or long down hill grades.
■ Operation of the brake pedal
Do not hold the brake pedal depressed often or for long periods of time.
Doing so may result in the brake overheating or reduce braking effects.
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1994-3. Operating the lights and wipers
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Guide to dial settings
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Daytime running light system (if equipped)
To make your vehicle more visible to other drivers, the headlights turn on
automatically whenever the engine is started. The daytime running light sys-
tem is not designed for use at night.
■ Headlight control sensor (if equipped)
■ Light reminder buzzer
A buzzer sounds when the key is removed and the driver’s door is opened
while the lights are turned on.
■ Customization that can be configured at any authorized Toyota dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional (vehicles
with headlight control sensor)
Setting of the light sensor sensitivity can be changed.
Occupancy and luggage load conditionsDial position
OccupantsLuggage loadSingle-cab modelsExtra-cab models
Double-cab models
Left-hand drive
vehiclesRight-hand drive
vehicles
Driver None 0 0 0 0
Driver
Full
luggage loading
343.55
The sensor may not function properly if an
object is placed on the sensor, or anything
that blocks the sensor is affixed to the
windshield.
Doing so interferes with the sensor
detecting the level of ambient light and
may cause the automatic headlight sys-
tem to malfunction.
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2224-5. Using the driving support systems
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If you notice any symptoms
If you notice any of the following symptoms, refer to the likely cause
and the solution, and re-check.
If the symptom is not resolved by the solution, have the vehicle
inspected by any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another
duly qualified and equipped professional.
Things you should know
SymptomLikely causeSolution
The image is difficult to
see
• The vehicle is in a
dark area
• The temperature around the lens is
either high or low
• The outside tempera- ture is low
• There are water droplets on the cam-
era
• It is raining or humid
• Foreign matter (mud etc.) is adhering to
the camera
• There are scratches on the camera
• Sunlight or headlights are shining directly
into the camera
• The vehicle is under fluorescent lights,
sodium lights, mer-
cury lights etc.
If this happens due to
these causes, it does
not indicate a malfunc-
tion.
Back up while visually
checking the vehicle’s
surroundings. (Use the
monitor again once
conditions have been
improved.)
To adjust the image on
the rear view monitor
system screen, refer to
the “Navigation system
Owner’s manual”.
The image is blurry
Dirt or foreign matter
(such as water drop-
lets, snow, mud etc.) is
adhering to the cam-
era.Rinse the camera lens
with water and wipe it
clean with a soft cloth.
Wash with a mild soap
if the dirt is stubborn.
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2234-5. Using the driving support systems
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The image is out of
alignment
The camera or sur-
rounding area has
received a strong
impact.
Have the vehicle
inspected by any
authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified
and equipped profes-
sional.
A vertical white streak
is on the screen
When a bright spot
(such as sunlight
reflecting off the body
of another vehicle) is
received by the cam-
era, a vertical streak
may be left above and
below the bright spot
(smear effect).
If this happens due to
these causes, it does
not indicate a malfunc-
tion. Back up while
visually checking the
vehicle’s surroundings.
(Use the monitor again
once conditions have
been improved.)
SymptomLikely causeSolution
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2364-5. Using the driving support systems
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Reactivation of the TRC system linked to vehicle speed
When only the TRC system is turned off, the TRC system will turn on when
vehicle speed increases. However, when both TRC and VSC systems are
turned off, the systems will not turn on even when vehicle speed increases.
■ If the slip indicator light comes on...
It may indicate a malfunction in the VSC and TRC. Consult any authorized
Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
CAUTION
■The ABS does not operate effectively when
● The limits of tire gripping performance have been exceeded (such as
excessively worn tires on a snow covered road).
● The vehicle hydroplanes while driving at high speed on the wet or slick
road.
■ Stopping distance when the ABS is operating may exceed that of nor-
mal conditions
The ABS is not designed to shorten t he vehicle’s stopping distance. Always
maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you, especially in the
following situations:
● When driving on dirt, gravel or snow-covered roads
● When driving with tire chains
● When driving over bumps in the road
● When driving over roads with potholes or uneven surfaces
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2374-5. Using the driving support systems
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CAUTION
■TRC may not operate effectively when
Directional control and power may not be achievable while driving on slip-
pery road surfaces, even if the TRC system is operating.
Do not drive the vehicle in conditions where stability and power may be lost.
■
When the VSC is activated
The slip indicator light flashes. Always drive carefully.
Reckless driving may cause an accident. Exercise particular care when the
indicator light flashes.
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When the TRC/VSC systems are turned off
Be especially careful and drive at a speed appropriate to the road condi-
tions. As these are the systems to help ensure vehicle stability and driving
force, do not turn the TRC/VSC systems off unless necessary.
■
Replacing tires
Make sure that all tires are of the specified size, brand, tread pattern and
total load capacity. In addition, make sure that the tires are inflated to the
recommended tire inflation pressure level.
The ABS, TRC and VSC systems will not function correctly if different tires
are installed on the vehicle.
Contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional for further in formation when replacing tires or
wheels.
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Handling of tires and the suspension
Using tires with any kind of problem or modifying the suspension will affect
the driving assist systems, and may cause the system to malfunction.
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2384-5. Using the driving support systems
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DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) system∗
■Regeneration
Regeneration is performed as necessary in accordance with driving
conditions.
■System characteristics
The DPF system has the following characteristics:
●Idle speed increases during regeneration
● The smell of the exhaust gas differs from that of a conventional
diesel vehicle
XVehicles without the DPF system switch
If the DPF system warning light turns on, drive continuously.
( → P. 454)
If the DPF system warning light flashes, have the vehicle inspected by
any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional immediately. ( →P. 451)
∗: If equipped
When the deposit collected by the filter reaches a predetermined
amount, it is automatically regenerated.
DPF system failure warning
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