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Turn the bulb base counterclock-
wise.
Replace the light bulb, and install
the bulb base.
Align the 3 tabs on the light bulb
with the mounting and insert.
Turn clockwise and secure the
bulb base.
Install the connector.
Shake the connector gently to
check that it is not loose, turn the
front fog lights on once and visu-
ally confirm that no light is leaking
through the mounting.
When installing the fender liner, install by conducting
and with the directions reversed.
STEP4
STEP5
STEP6
STEP1STEP7STEP1STEP2
STEP1STEP1
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Front turn signal lights
Turn the bulb base counterclock-
wise.
Remove the light bulb.
When installing, reverse the steps listed.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP1STEP6STEP3
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Rear turn signal lights
Open the back door and remove
the 2 bolts and lamp assembly.
Turn the bulb base counterclock-
wise.
Remove the light bulb.
When installing the light bulb, install by conducting
and with the directions reversed.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP1STEP6STEP3STEP4STEP1STEP3
STEP1STEP2
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Back-up light
Remove the light bulb.
When installing, reverse the steps listed.
License plate lights
Remove the cover.
Insert a properly sized screw-
driver into the hole of the cover,
and ply off the cover as shown in
the illustration.
To prevent damaging the vehicle,
wrap the screwdriver with a tape.
Remove the light bulb.
When installing, reverse the steps listed.
STEP2
STEP1STEP6STEP3STEP4STEP3
STEP1
STEP2
STEP1STEP6STEP3STEP4STEP3
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Lights other than the above
If any of the lights listed below has burnt out, have it replaced by
any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional.
Front position lights/daytime running lights
Side turn signal lights
Stop/tail lights
High mounted stoplight
LED light bulbs
The front position lights, daytime running lights, high mounted stoplight and
stop/tail light consists of a number of LEDs. If any of the LEDs burn out, take
your vehicle to any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped professional to have the light replaced.
Condensation build-up on the inside of the lens
Temporary condensation build-up on the inside of the headlight lens does
not indicate a malfunction.
Contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional for more information in the following situations:
Large drops of water have built up on the inside of the lens.
Water has built up inside the headlight.
When replacing light bulbs
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CAUTION
Replacing light bulbs
Turn off the lights. Do not attempt to replace the bulb immediately after
turning off the lights.
The bulbs become very hot and may cause burns.
Do not touch the glass portion of the light bulb with bare hands. When it is
unavoidable to hold the glass portion, use and hold with a clean dry cloth
to avoid getting moisture and oils on the bulb.
Also, if the bulb is scratched or dropped, it may blow out or crack.
Fully install light bulbs and any parts used to secure them. Failure to do so
may result in heat damage, fire, or water entering the headlight unit. This
may damage the headlights or cause condensation to build up on the lens.
To prevent damage or fire
Make sure bulbs are fully seated and locked.
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5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers
NOTICE
To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the emergency flashers on longer than necessary when the
engine is not running.
Use the emergency flashers if the vehicle malfunctions or is
involved in an accident.
Press the switch to flash all
the turn signal lights. To turn
them off, press the switch
once again.
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When trouble arises
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a war ning light tur ns on or a warning buzzer sounds...
Stop the vehicle immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle
may be dangerous.
The following warning indicates a possible problem in the brake sys-
tem. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact any
authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)
• Low brake fluid
• Malfunction in the brake system
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights
comes on or flashes. If a light comes on or flashes, but then goes
off, this does not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the system.
However, if this continues to occur, have the vehicle inspected by
any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional.