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Before driving
VENZA_OM_OM73030U_(U) 1-5. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap Perform the following steps to open the fuel tank cap.
■ Before refueling the vehicle
● Vehicles with a smart key system
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch off and ensure that
all the doors and windows are closed.
● Vehicles without a smart key system
Turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position and ensure that
all the doors and windows are closed.
● Confirm the type of fuel. ( P. 626)
■ Opening the fuel tank cap
Pull up the opener to open the
fuel filler door.
Turn the fuel tank cap slowly
to open.STEP 1
STEP 2
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1061-5. Refueling
VENZA_OM_OM73030U_(U) Closing the fuel tank cap
After refueling, turn the fuel tank
cap until you hear a click. Once
the cap is released, it will turn
slightly in the opposite direction. Hang the fuel tank cap on the
back of the fuel filler door.STEP 3
■ Fuel types
P. 626
■ Fuel tank opening fo r unleaded gasoline
To help prevent incorrect fueling, your Toyota has a fuel tank opening that
only accommodates the special nozzle on unleaded fuel pumps.
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1071-5. Refueling
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Before driving
VENZA_OM_OM73030U_(U) CAUTION■ When refueling the vehicle
Observe the following precautions while refueling the vehicle.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
● After exiting the vehicle and before opening the fuel door, touch an
unpainted metal surface to discharge any st atic electricity. It is important to
discharge static electricity before refueling because sparks resulting from
static electricity can cause fuel vapors to ignite while refueling.
● Always hold the grips on the fuel tank cap and turn it slowly to remove it.
A whooshing sound may be heard when the fuel tank cap is loosened.
Wait until the sound cannot be heard before fully removing the cap.
In hot weather, pressurized fuel may spray out the filler neck and cause
injury.
● Do not allow anyone that has not discharged static electricity from their
body to come close to an open fuel tank.
● Do not inhale vaporized fuel.
Fuel contains substances that are harmful if inhaled.
● Do not smoke while refueling the vehicle.
Doing so may cause the fuel to ignite and cause a fire.
● Do not return to the vehicle or touch any person or object that is statically
charged.
This may cause static electricity to build up, resulting in a possible ignition
hazard.
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1081-5. Refueling
VENZA_OM_OM73030U_(U) CAUTION■ When refueling
Observe the following precautions to prevent fuel overflowing from the fuel
tank:
● Securely insert the fuel nozzle into the fuel filler neck
● Stop filling the tank after the fuel nozzle automatically clicks off
● Do not top off the fuel tank
■ When replacing the fuel tank cap
Do not use anything but a genuine Toyota fuel tank cap designed for your
vehicle. Doing so may cause a fire or other incident which may result in
death or serious injury.
NOTICE■ Refueling
Do not spill fuel during refueling.
Doing so may damage the vehicle, such as causing the emission control
system to operate abnormally or damaging fuel system components or the
vehicle’s painted surface.
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When driving
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161
VENZA_OM_OM73030U_(U) 2-1. Driving procedures
Driving the vehicle............ 162
Engine (ignition) switch
(vehicles with smart
key system).................... 173
Engine (ignition) switch
(vehicles without smart
key system).................... 177
Automatic
transmission................... 180
Turn signal lever .............. 185
Parking brake ................... 186
Horn ................................. 187
2-2. Instrument cluster
Gauges and meters ......... 188
Indicators and warning
lights .............................. 191
Multi-information display
(TFT type) ...................... 194
Multi-information display
(LCD type) ..................... 206
Fuel consumption
information ..................... 210 2-3. Operating the lights
and wipers
Headlight switch ............... 212
Automatic High Beam ...... 216
Fog light switch ................ 223
Windshield wipers
and washer .................... 225
Rear window wiper
and washer .................... 229
2-4. Using other driving systems
Cruise control ................... 231
Intuitive parking assist...... 235
Rear view monitor
system ........................... 243
Driving assist systems ..... 256
Hill-start assist control ...... 262
2-5. Driving information
Utility vehicle
precautions .................... 264
Cargo and luggage .......... 269
Vehicle load limits ............ 274
Winter driving tips ............ 276
Trailer towing ................... 281
Dinghy towing .................. 302
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1642-1. Driving procedures
VENZA_OM_OM73030U_(U) ■ Engine speed while driving
In the following conditions, the engine speed may become high while driving.
This is due to automatic up-shifting control or down-shifting implementation
to meet driving conditions. It does not indicate sudden acceleration.
● The vehicle is judged to be driving uphill or downhill
● When the accelerator pedal is released
■ Breaking in your new Toyota
To extend the life of the vehicle, the following precautions are recommended
to observe:
● For the first 200 miles (300 km):
Avoid sudden stops.
● For the first 500 miles (800 km):
Do not tow a trailer.
● For the first 1000 miles (1600 km):
• Do not drive at extremely high speeds.
• Avoid sudden acceleration.
• Do not drive continuously in the low gears.
• Do not drive at a constant speed for extended periods.
■ Drum-in-disc type parking brake system
Your vehicle has a drum-in-disc type parking brake system.
This type of brake system needs bedding-down of the brake shoes periodi-
cally or whenever the parking brake shoes and/or drums are replaced.
Have your Toyota dealer perform the bedding-down.
■ Operating your vehicle in a foreign country
Comply with the relevant vehicle registration laws and confirm the availability
of the correct fuel. ( P. 615)
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VENZA_OM_OM73030U_(U) 2-2. Instrument cluster
Gauges and meters
Vehicles with smart key system
The following gauges, meters a nd display illuminate when the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
Vehicles without smart key system
The following gauges, meters and displays illuminate when the
engine switch is in the “ON” position.
Tachometer Displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute.
Speedometer Displays the vehicle speed.
Fuel gauge Displays the quantity of fuel remaining in the tank.
Engine coolant temperature gauge Displays the engine coolant temperature.
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1942-2. Instrument cluster
VENZA_OM_OM73030U_(U)Multi-information display (TFT type) The multi-information display presen ts the driver with a variety of
driving-related data, including the clock and current outside temper-
ature.
● Clock ( P. 199)Indicates and sets the time.
● Outside temperature Indicates the outside temperature.
The temperature range that can be displayed is from -40°F (-40°C) to
122°F (50°C).
● Air conditioning system display ( P. 306)Automatically displayed when the air conditioning is turned on.
● Trip information ( P. 195)Displays driving range, fuel consumption and other cruising-related
information.
● Intuitive parking assist display (if equipped) ( P. 235)
● Warning messages ( P. 578)Automatically displayed when a malfunction occurs in one of the vehi-
cle’s systems.
● Customizable features setting display ( P. 1 9 8 645)