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Adjusting the position and openi ng and closing the air outlets
Roof side outlets Direct air flow to the left or right,
up or down.
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessary when the
engine is stopped.
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Interior features
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers
: If equipped
■The rear window and outside rear vi ew mirror defoggers can be oper-
ated when
● The engine switch is in the ON position.
● The back window is completely closed.
■ Outside rear view mirror defoggers (vehicles with outside rear view
mirror defoggers)
Turning the rear window defogger on will turn the outside rear view mirror
defoggers on.
These features are used to defog the rear window, and to remove
raindrops, dew and frost from the outside rear view mirrors.
On/off
Press the button to turn on the
rear window defogger. The
indicator light will come on.
The defogger will automatically
turn off after 15 to 240 minutes.
The operation time changes
according to the ambient tem-
perature and vehicle speed.
Pressing the button again also
turns the defogger off.
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CAUTION
■When the outside rear view mirror defoggers are on (vehicles with out-
side rear view mirror defoggers)
Do not touch the rear view mirror surfaces, as they can become very hot and
burn you.
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Windshield wiper de-icer
: If equipped
■The de-icer can be operated when
●The engine switch is in the ON position.
● The back window is completely closed.
CAUTION
■When the windshield wiper de-icer is on
Do not touch the glass at the lower part of the windshield or to the side of the
front pillars as the surfaces can become very hot and burn you.
This feature is used to prevent ice from building up on the wind-
shield and wiper blades.
On/off
Press the button to turn on the
windshield wiper de-icer. The
indicator light will come on.
The windshield wiper de-icer
will automatically turn off after
15 to 240 minutes. The opera-
tion time changes according to
the ambient temperature and
vehicle speed. Pressing the
button again also turns the
defogger off.
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NOTICE
■To avoid damaging the power outlet and the plug
●Close the power outlet lid when not in use.
● Foreign objects or liquids that enter the power outlet may cause a short
circuit.
● Do not use plug adaptors to connect too many plugs to the power outlet.
● After inserting a plug, gently close the power outlet lid.
■ To prevent the fuse from being blown
12 V
Do not use an accessory that uses more than 12 V 10 A.
120 V AC
Do not use a 120 V AC appliance that requires more than 100 W.
If a 120 V AC appliance that consumes more than 100 W is used, the pro-
tection circuit will cut the power supply.
■ Appliances that may not ope rate properly (120 V AC)
The following 120 V AC appliances may not operate even if their power con-
sumption is under 100 W.
● Appliances with high initial peak wattage
● Measuring devices that process precise data
● Other appliances that require an extremely stable power supply
■ To prevent the battery from being discharged
Turn off all the vehicle’s electronic equipment and accessories, such as the
headlights and air conditioning, when elec trical appliances that consume in
excess of 100 W are used continuously for long periods of time.
■ To prevent any damage caused by heat
●Do not use any electrical appliances that give off intense heat such as
toasters, in any locations including the internal or external trim, seats and
deck.
● Do not use any electrical appliances, which are easily affected by vibration
or heat, inside the vehicle.
Vibration while driving, or the heat of the sun while parking, may result in
damage to those electrical appliances.
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4-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior ......... 382
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior .......... 385
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements .................. 388
General maintenance....... 391
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs
.......................... 394
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions .................... 395
Hood ................................ 399
Engine compartment ........ 400
Tires ................................. 415
Tire inflation pressure ...... 423
Wheels ............................. 427
Air conditioning filter......... 430
Wireless remote control battery ............................ 433
Checking and replacing fuses .............................. 435
Light bulbs........................ 447
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CAUTION
The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may
move suddenly, become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death
or serious injury observe the following precautions.
■
When working on the engine compartment
●Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from the moving fan and engine
drive belt.
● Be careful not to touch the engine, radiator, exhaust manifold, etc. right
after driving as they may be hot. Oil and other fluids may also be hot.
● Do not leave anything that may burn easily, such as paper or rags, in the
engine compartment.
● Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel or the bat-
tery. Fuel and battery fumes are flammable.
● Be extremely cautious when working on the battery. It contains poisonous
and corrosive sulfuric acid.
● Take care because brake fluid can harm your hands or eyes and damage
painted surfaces.
If fluid gets on your hands or in your eyes, flush the affected area with
clean water immediately.
If you still experience discomfort, see a doctor.
■ When working near the cooling fans or radiator grille
Be sure the engine switch is in the LOCK position.
With the engine switch on, the cooling fans may automatically start to run if
the air conditioning is on and/or the coolant temperature is high.
■ Safety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or falling material, fluid spray, etc. from
getting in the eyes.
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Maintenance and care
Radiator and condenser
Check the radiator and condenser and clear any foreign objects.
If either of the above parts are extremely dirty or you are not sure of
their condition, have your vehicl e checked by your Toyota dealer.
Brake fluid
■ Checking fluid level
The brake fluid level should be
between the MAX and MIN lines
on the reservoir.
■ Adding fluid
Make sure to check the fluid type and prepare the necessary items.
CAUTION
■ When the engine is hot
Do not touch the radiator or condenser as they may be hot and may cause
serious injuries, such as burns.
Fluid type FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703 brake fluid
■ Brake fluid can absorb moisture from the air
Excess moisture in the fluid can cause a dangerous loss of braking effi-
ciency. Use only newly opened brake fluid.