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2-5. Driving information
Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving
the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropri-
ate to the prevailing weather conditions.
Pre-winter preparations
Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tem-
peratures.
• 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 front tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand, and that chains
match the size of the tires.
Before driving the vehicle
Perform the following according to the driving conditions:
Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is
frozen. Pour warm water over the frozen area to melt the ice.
Wipe away the water immediately to prevent it from freezing.
To ensure proper operation of the climate control system fan,
remove any snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents
in front of the windshield.
Check for and remove any excess ice or snow that may have
accumulated on the exterior lights, vehicle’s roof, chassis,
around the tires or on the brakes.
Remove any snow or mud from the bottom of your shoes
before getting in the vehicle.
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When driving
Important points regarding turning
The wheels of the trailer will travel closer to the inside of the curve
than the wheels of the vehicle. To make allowance for this, take the
turns wider than you would normally.
Important points regarding stability
Vehicle movement resulting from uneven road surfaces and strong
crosswinds will affect handling. The vehicle may also be rocked by
passing buses or large trucks. Frequently check behind when mov-
ing alongside such vehicles. As soon as such vehicle movement
occurs, immediately start to decelerate smoothly by slowly apply-
ing the brakes. Always steer the vehicle straight ahead while brak-
ing.
Passing other vehicles
Consider the total combined length of your vehicle and trailer, and
ensure that the vehicle-to-vehicle distance is sufficient before exe-
cuting lane changes.
Transmission information
Multidrive or automatic transmission
To maintain engine braking efficiency, when using engine brak-
ing, do not use the transmission in “D”. Transmission shift gear
position must be in “4” in the 7-speed sport sequential shiftmatic
mode (Multidrive) (P. 206) or the “M” mode (automatic trans-
mission) (P. 212).
Manual transmission
To maintain engine braking efficiency, when using engine brak-
ing, do not use the transmission in “5” and “6” gear. (P. 220)
When towing a trailer, check the engine coolant temperature
warning light (Red)
Towing a loaded trailer up a long steep incline in temperatures
exceeding 30C (85F) may result in the engine overheating.
If the engine coolant temperature warning light (Red) flashes or
comes on, turn the air conditioning off immediately and stop the
vehicle in a safe place. (P. 589)
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Maintenance and care
NOTICE
If you remove the air cleaner filter
Driving with the air cleaner filter removed may cause excessive engine wear
due to dirt in the air.
If the brake fluid level is low or high
It is normal for the brake fluid level to go down slightly as the brake pads
wear or when the fluid level in the accumulator is high.
If the reservoir needs frequent refilling, it may indicate a serious problem.
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Before recharging
When recharging, the battery produces hydrogen gas which is flammable
and explosive. Therefore, before recharging:
If recharging with the battery installed on the vehicle, be sure to discon-
nect the ground cable.
Make sure the power switch on the charger is off when connecting and
disconnecting the charger cables to the battery.
After recharging the battery (vehicles with smart entry & start system)
The engine may not start. Follow the procedure below to initialize the sys-
tem.
Shift the shift lever to “P” (Multidrive or automatic transmission) or
depress the brake pedal with the shift lever in “N” (manual transmis-
sion).
Open and close any of the doors.
Restart the engine.
CAUTION
Chemicals in the battery
A battery contains poisonous and corrosive sulphuric acid and may produce
hydrogen gas which is flammable and explosive. To reduce the risk of death
or serious injury, take the following precautions while working on or near bat-
tery:
Do not cause sparks by touching the battery terminals with tools.
Do not smoke or light a match near the battery.
Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothes.
Never inhale or swallow electrolyte.
Wear protective safety glasses when working near the battery.
Keep children away from the battery.
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Fuse layout and amperage ratings
Engine compartment
FuseAmpereCircuit
1TO IP J/B*1120 AECU-IG NO.2, HTR-IG, WIPER,
RR WIPER, WASHER, ECU-IG
NO.1, ECU-IG NO.3, SEAT HTR,
AM1*4, DOOR, STOP, FR DOOR,
POWER, RR DOOR, RL DOOR,
OBD, ACC-B, RR FOG, FR FOG,
DEF, TAIL, SUNROOF, DRL
2H-LP CLN30 A Headlight cleaners
3RDI FAN40 A Electric cooling fan(s)
4CDS FAN*1,*230 A Electric cooling fan(s)
5 ABS NO.1 50 A Anti-lock brake system, VSC+
6 HTR
*2,*350 A Air conditioning system
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Maintenance and care
35 HTR SUB NO.130 A*5
Air conditioning system
50 A*1,*6
36 HTR*150 A Air conditioning system
37 HTR SUB NO.2 30 A Air conditioning system
38 HTR SUB NO.3 30 A Air conditioning system
39PWR OUTLET15 APower outlet
40 ABS NO.2 30 A Anti-lock brake system, VSC+
41 STV HTR
*1,*225 A Power heater
42 EFI NO.430 A
*2Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system, Automatic transmission
*720 A*1
43 IG2 NO.2*2,*37.5 A Starting system
44EFI NO.2
*2,*310 AMultiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system
EFI NO.2
*115 AMultiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system, Stop & Start system
45EFI NO.1
*2,*310 AMultiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system
EFI NO.1
*17.5 AMultiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system
46 H-LP RH HI 10 ARight-hand headlight (high beam)
*8,
right-hand headlight solenoid
*9
47 H-LP LH HI 10 ALeft-hand headlight (high beam)*8,
left-hand headlight solenoid
*9
48 H-LP RH LO10 A
*8Right-hand headlight (low beam)
15 A
*9Right-hand discharge headlight
(low and high beam)
FuseAmpereCircuit
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10 IGN 7.5 ASteering lock system, SRS airbag
system, multiport fuel injection sys-
tem/sequential multiport fuel injec-
tion system, automatic
transmission
*1, starting system
11 METER 7.5 AGauges and meters, Stop & Start
system
*3
12 SEAT HTR 15 A Seat heaters
13 HTR-IG 10 AAir conditioning system, power
heater
14 WIPER 25 AWindshield wipers, rain-sensing
windshield wipers
15 RR WIPER 15 A Rear window wiper
16 WASHER 15 AWindshield washers, rear window
washer
17 ECU-IG NO.1 10 AMain body ECU
*4, electric cooling
fan(s), shift lock system, anti-lock
brake system, steering sensor, yaw
rate sensor, VSC+, headlight
cleaners, SEQUENTIAL switch,
automatic headlight leveling sys-
tem, electric power steering, tire
pressure warning system
18 ECU-IG NO.2 10 ABack-up light, charging system
*4,
emergency flashers, rear window
defogger, “PASSENGER AIRBAG”
indicator, air conditioning system,
Toyota parking assist-sensor indi-
cator, Toyota parking assist-sensor
switch
19 OBD 7.5 A On-board diagnosis system
FuseAmpereCircuit
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Maintenance and care
*1: Vehicles with diesel engine and automatic transmission
*2: Vehicles without smart entry & start system
*3: Vehicles with 1WW-FHV engine
*4: Vehicles without 1WW-FHV engine20 STOP 10 AStop lights, high mounted stop-
light, anti-lock brake system,
VSC+, shift lock system, starting
system
21 SUNROOF 20 A Panoramic roof shade
22 DOOR 25 A Power door lock system
23 ACC-B 25 A CIG, ACC
24 DRL 7.5 A Daytime running lights
25 FR FOG 7.5 A Front fog lights
26 AM1
*27.5 AStarting system
FuseAmpereCircuit
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