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2084-3. Operating the lights and wipers
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Headlight cleaner switch∗
Press the switch to clean the
headlights.
■The headlight cleaners can be operated when
The engine switch is in the “ON” position and the headlight switch is turned
on.
■ Windshield washer linked operation
When the windshield washer is operated with the engine switch in the “ON”
position and the headlights on, the headlight cleaners will operate once.
( → P. 204)
∗: If equipped
Washer fluid can be sprayed on the headlights.
NOTICE
■When the washer fluid tank is empty
Do not press the switch continually as the washer fluid pump may overheat.
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4-4. Refueling
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Opening the fuel tank cap
●Close all the doors and windows, and turn the engine switch to the
“LOCK” position.
● Confirm the type of fuel.
■Fuel types
XGasoline engine
Unleaded gasoline, Research Octane Number of 91 or higher.
XDiesel engine
● EU area:
Diesel fuel conforming to European standard EN590
● Except EU area (except Russia and KUN25L-PRMDH models
*):
Diesel fuel that contains 50 ppm or less of sulfur and has a cetane number
of 48 or higher
● Except EU area (Russia):
Diesel fuel, Cetane number 48 or higher
Your vehicle must use only diesel fuel conforming to GOST R52368-2005
(Sulfur max 50 ppm).
● Except EU area (KUN25L-PRMDH model
* for Kazakhstan):
Diesel fuel that contains 500 ppm or less of sulfur and has a cetane number
of 48 or higher.
● Except EU area (KUN25L-PRMDH model
* except for Kazakhstan):
You must only use diesel fuel wi th a cetane number of 48 or higher.
*: The model code is indicated on the manufacturer’s label or plate.
(→ P. 494)
■ 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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2344-5. Using the driving support systems
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If the vehicle is in danger of slip-
ping or if any of the drive wheels
spins, the slip indicator flashes to
indicate that the TRC/VSC sys-
tems are operating.
If the vehicle gets stuck in fresh snow or mud, the TRC/VSC systems
may reduce power from the engine to the wheels. You may need to
turn the system off to enable you to rock the vehicle in order to free it.
■Turning off TRC system only
To turn the TRC system off,
quickly press and release the
switch.
The “TRC OFF” indicator light
will come on.
Press the switch again to turn
the system back on.
When the TRC/VSC systems are operating
Disabling the TRC/VSC systems
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Turning off both TRC and VSC systems
To turn the TRC and VSC sys-
tems off, press and hold the
switch for more than 3 seconds
while the vehicle is stopped.
The “TRC OFF” indicator light
and VSC OFF indicator light will
come on.
Press the switch again to turn
the system back on.
■
Sounds and vibrations caused by the ABS, brake assist, VSC and TRC
● A sound may be heard from the engine compartment when the engine is
started or just after the vehicle begins to move. This sound does not indicate
that a malfunction has occurred in any of these systems.
● Any of the following conditions may occur when the above systems are
operating. None of these indicates that a malfunction has occurred.
• Vibrations may be felt through the vehicle body and steering.
• A motor sound may be heard after the vehicle comes to a stop.
• The brake pedal may pulsate slightly after the ABS is activated.
• The brake pedal may move down slightly after the ABS is activated.
■ Reactivation of the TRC/VSC system s after turning off the engine
Turning off the engine after turning off the TRC/VSC systems will automati-
cally reactivate them.
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2394-5. Using the driving support systems
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XVehicles with the DPF system switch
If the DPF system warning light and the indicator light on DPF system
switch turn on or flash, follow the procedure below to regenerate.
Stop the vehicle in a safe place.
Firmly set the parking brake and shift the shift lever to P (automatic
transmission) or N (manual transmission). Release the clutch
pedal.
Do not stop the engine.
Also, make sure that there are no flammable materials near the exhaust
pipe. ( →P. 241)
Press the switch.
The DPF system warning light and
the indicator light on the switch will
change from solid or rapid flashing
to slow flashing, and the idling
engine speed will increase.
Regeneration will take around 20 -
30
* minutes to complete.
When the DPF system warning
light goes out, the idling engine
speed will have finished returning
to normal.
*: Differs in accordance with the outside temperature.
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■Regeneration with the DPF system switch (if equipped)
●After pressing the DPF system switch, do not depress the accelerator pedal
or the clutch pedal (manual transmissi on). Depressing the pedal(s) will stop
regeneration. If regeneration has been stopped, restart regeneration as
soon as possible.
● If regeneration is carried out while the exhaust pipe is hot (for example
directly after driving), it will take less time than when the engine is cold.
■ Replacing the engine oil
Make sure to use an oil of the recommended grade or of matching quality.
(→ P. 500)
■ DPF system warning
Under the following driving conditions , the DPF system warning light may
come on earlier than normal.
*
● When only driving at low speeds (for example 20 km/h [12 mph] or below).
● If the engine is turned on and off frequently (if the engine is not left running
for more than 10 minutes at a time).
*: Differs in accordance with weather, driving conditions, etc.
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CAUTION
■If the malfunction indicator light comes on
The malfunction indicator light comes on if you continue driving while the
DPF system warning light is flashing. In this event, damage may be caused
to the vehicle or an accident may occur. Have the vehicle inspected by any
authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped
professional immediately.
NOTICE
■To prevent the DPF system from failing
● Do not drive for long periods of time while the DPF system warning light is
flashing
● Do not use fuel other than the specified type
● Do not use engine oil other than the recommended type
● Do not modify the exhaust pipe
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4-6. Driving tips
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Winter driving tips
●Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tempera-
tures.
• Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
● Have a service technician inspect the condition of the battery.
● Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set of tire
chains for the rear tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand, and that chains match
the size of the tires.
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before
driving the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a man-
ner appropriate to the prevailing weather conditions.
Pre-winter preparations
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