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Holding a rag under the end, pull
the dipstick out and check the oil
level.
Low
Normal
Excessive
The shape of the dipstick may dif-
fer depending on the type of vehi-
cle or engine.
Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it fully.
■ Adding engine oil
If the oil level is below or near
the low level mark, add engine
oil of the same type as already in
the engine.
STEP5
STEP6
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Make sure to check the oil type and prepare the items needed before
adding oil. Remove the oil filler cap.
Add engine oil slowly, checking the dipstick.
Install the filler cap, turning it clockwise.
About 1.5 L (1.6 qt., 1.3 Imp.qt.) is required to raise the oil level from low to
full on the dipstick.
Engine oil selection →P. 5 11
Items Clean funnel
■ Engine oil consumption
A certain amount of engine oil will be consumed while driving. In the follow-
ing situations, oil consumption may increase, and engine oil may need to be
refilled in between oil maintenance intervals.
●When the engine is new, for example dire ctly after purchasing the vehicle
or after replacing the engine
● If low quality oil or oil of an inappropriate viscosity is used
● When driving at high engine speeds or with a heavy load, when towing,
or when driving while accelerating or decelerating frequently
● When leaving the engine idling for a long time, or when driving frequently
through heavy traffic
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
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■
After changing the engine oil (diesel engine only)
The oil change system should be reset. Perform the following procedures:
Vehicles without smart entry & start system
Switch the display to trip meter A ( →P. 196) when the engine is run-
ning.
Turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position.
While pressing the “MODE” button, set the engine switch to the
“ON” position (but do not start the engine because otherwise the
reset mode will be canceled). Cont inue to press and hold the button
until the multi-information display indicates that the reset is com-
plete.
Vehicles with smart entry & start system Switch the display to trip meter A ( →P. 196) when the engine is run-
ning.
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch OFF.
While pressing the “MODE” button, set the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch to the IGNITION ON mode (but do not start the
engine because otherwise the reset mode will be canceled). Con-
tinue to press and hold the button until the multi-information display
indicates that the reset is complete.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
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CAUTION
■ Used engine oil
●Used engine oil contains potentially harmful contaminants which may
cause skin disorders such as inflammation or skin cancer, so care should
be taken to avoid prolonged and repeated contact. To remove used engine
oil from your skin, wash thoroughly with soap and water.
● Dispose of used oil and filters only in a safe and acceptable manner. Do
not dispose of used oil and filters in household trash, in sewers or onto the
ground. Call any authorized Toyota deal er or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped professional, service station or auto parts store for
information concerning recycling or disposal.
● Do not leave used engine oil within the reach of children.
NOTICE
■To prevent serious engine damage
Check the oil level on regular basis.
■ When replacing the engine oil
●Be careful not to spill engine oil on the vehicle components.
● Avoid overfilling, as the engine could be damaged.
● Check the oil level on the dipstick every time you refill the vehicle.
● Be sure the engine oil filler cap is properly tightened.
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CAUTION
■
Emergency measures regarding electrolyte
●If electrolyte gets in your eyes
Flush your eyes with clean water for at least 15 minutes and get immedi-
ate medical attention. If possible, continue to apply water with a sponge or
cloth while traveling to the nearest medical facility.
● If electrolyte gets on your skin
Wash the affected area thoroughly. If you feel pain or burning, get medical
attention immediately.
● If electrolyte gets on your clothes
It can soak through clothing on to your skin. Immediately take off the cloth-
ing and follow the procedure above if necessary.
● If you accidentally swallow electrolyte
Drink a large quantity of water or milk. Follow with milk of magnesia,
beaten raw egg or vegetable oil. Get emergency medical attention immedi-
ately.
NOTICE
■When recharging the battery
Never recharge the battery while the engine is running. Also, be sure all
accessories are turned off.
■ When adding distilled water
Avoid overfilling. Water spilled during battery recharging may cause corro-
sion.
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Stop the vehicle immediately. The following warnings indicate the possibility of damage to the vehi-
cle 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.
Have the vehicle inspected immediately.Failure to investigate the cause of the following warnings may lead to
the system operating abnormally and possibly cause an accident.
Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional, immedi-
ately.
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
High engine coolant temperature warning light Indicates that the engine is almost overheating ( →P. 493)
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Warning lightWarning light/DetailsCorrection procedure
(On the center panel) Front passenger’s seat
belt reminder light
(warning buzzer)
*
Warns the front passen-
ger to fasten his/her seat
belt.
Fasten the seat belt.
(On the instru- ment cluster) Rear passengers’ seat
belt reminder lights
Warn the rear passengers
to fasten their seat belts Fasten the seat belt.
(Flashes) Active Torque Control
4WD system warning light
(4WD models)
Indicates that the driveline
temperature is too high.
(When the light comes on.
→ P. 440) Reduce vehicle speed (until
the light goes off) or stop
the vehicle at a safe place
and allow the engine to idle
until the light goes off.
Low engine oil level warn-
ing light
(diesel engine) Indicates that engine oil
level is low. Check the level of engine
oil, and add if necessary.
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Warning lightWarning light/DetailsCorrection procedure
(Flashes) Engine oil change
reminder light
(diesel engine)
Check the engine oil, and
change if necessary. After
changing the engine oil, the
oil change system should
be reset. (→P. 375)
Indicates that the engine
oil is scheduled to be
changed.
Flashes approximately
14500 km (9000 miles)
after the engine oil is
changed. ( →P. 447) (The
indicator will not work
properly unless the oil
maintenance date has
been reset.)
Indicates that the engine
oil should be changed. • Flashes while you are driving.
• Vehicles without smart entry & start system:
Flashes for about 12
seconds when the
engine switch turned to
the “ON” position.
• Vehicles with smart entry & start system:
Flashes for about 12
seconds when the
“ENGINE START
STOP” switch turned to
the IGNITION ON
mode.