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4814-2. Maintenance
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Maintenance and care
VENZA_OM_OM73030U_(U) Vehicle exterior Items Check points
Doors • Operate smoothly?
Engine hood • The lock system works properly?
Fluid leaks • Is there any leakage after parking?
Tire • Is the tire inflatio n pressure correct?
• The tires should not be damaged or
excessively worn.
• Have the tires been rotated according
to the maintenance schedule?
• The wheel nuts should not be loose.
Windshield wipers/rear
window wiper • The wiper blades should not show any
signs of cracking, splitting, wear, con-
tamination or deformation.
• The wiper blades should clear the
windshield/rear window without streak-
ing or skipping.
CAUTION■ If the engine is running
Turn off the engine and ensure that there is adequate ventilation before per-
forming maintenance checks.
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When trouble arises
5555-1. Essential information
VENZA_OM_OM73030U_(U) If your vehicle needs to be towed
Situations when it is necessary to contact dealers before towing
The following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact
your Toyota dealer or commercial towing service before towing.
● The engine is running, but the vehicle does not move.
● The vehicle makes an abnormal sound. If towing is necessary, we recommen d having your vehicle towed by
your Toyota dealer or commercial towing service, using a wheel-lift
type truck or a flatbed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all to wing, and abide by all state/pro-
vincial and local laws.
2WD models
If towing your vehicle with a wheel-lift type truck from the front,
the vehicle’s rear wheels and ax les must be in good conditions.
( P. 556, 558)
If they are damaged, use a towing dolly or flatbed truck.
AWD models
If towing your vehicle with a wheel-lift type truck, use a towing
dolly. ( P. 556, 558)
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5865-2. Steps to take in an emergency
VENZA_OM_OM73030U_(U) CAUTION■
Using the tire jack
Improper use of the tire jack may lead to death or serious injuries due to
the vehicle suddenly falling off the jack. ●
Do not use the tire jack for any pu rpose other than replacing tires or
installing and removing tire chains.●
Only use the tire jack that comes with this vehicle for replacing a flat
tire.
Do not use it on other vehicles, and do not use other tire jacks for
replacing tires on this vehicle.●
Always check that the tire jack is securely set to the jack point.●
Do not raise the vehicle while someone is in it.●
When raising the vehicle, do not put an object on or under the jack.●
Do not raise the vehicle to a hei ght greater than that required to
replace the tire.●
Use a jack stand if it is necessary to get under the vehicle.●
Do not put any part of your body under the vehicle supported by a jack.●
Do not start or run the engine while your vehicle is supported by the
jack.
Take particular care when lowering the vehicle to ensure that no one
working on or near the vehicle may be injured.
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678Alphabetical index
VENZA_OM_OM73030U_(U) Daytime running light
system .................................... 214
Defogger
Rear window ......................... 316
Dimension................................. 612
Dinghy towing .......................... 302
Display
Fuel consumption
information .......................... 210
Shift position and shift
range................................... 182
Trip information ............. 194, 206
Warning messages ............... 578
Do-it-yourself main tenance..... 483
Door courtesy lights
Door courtesy lights .............. 430
Wattage ................................. 624
Door lock
Back door ................................56
Side door .................................50
Wireless remote control key ....45
Doors
Back door ................................56
Side door .................................50
Side mirrors .............................92
Driver’s seat belt reminder
light ......................................... 567
Driving
Break-in tips .......................... 164
Correct posture ..................... 117
Procedures ............................ 162
Utility vehicle precautions...... 264
Winter driving tips.................. 276
Driving position memory...........73
Electric power steering ........... 256
Electronic key
If your electronic key
battery is discharged... 523, 595 Emergency, in case of
If a warning message is
displayed ............................ 578
If the electronic key does
not operate properly ........... 595
If the engine will not start ...... 590
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from “P” ................... 593
If the vehicle has discharged
battery ................................ 598
If the warning buzzer
sounds ................................ 564
If the warning light turns on ... 564
If you have a flat tire ............. 579
If you lose your keys ............. 594
If you think something is
wrong .................................. 561
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 606
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ... 608
If your vehicle needs to be
towed .................................. 555
If your vehicle overheats ....... 603
Emergency flashers................. 554
Engine
Compartment ........................ 491
Engine switch ................ 173, 177
Hood ..................................... 487
How to start the
engine ......................... 173, 177
Identification number............. 613
If the engine will not start ...... 590
Ignition switch ............... 173, 177
Overheating .......................... 603
Engine coolant
Capacity ................................ 618
Checking ............................... 497
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................... 276D
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VENZA_OM_OM73030U_(U) What to do if...
What to do if... A tire punctures P. 579
If you have a flat tire
The engine does not start P. 109
Engine immobilizer system P. 590
If the engine will not start P. 598
If the battery is discharged
The shift lever cannot be
moved out P. 593
If the shift lever cannot be shifted
from “P”
The engine coolant temperature
gauge enters the red zone
Steam can be seen coming
from under the hood P. 603
If your vehicle overheats
The key is lost P. 594
If you lose your keys
The battery runs out P. 598
If the battery is discharged
The doors cannot be locked P. 5 0
Side doors P. 5 6
Back door
The horn begins to sound P. 1 1 2
Alarm
The vehicle is stuck in mud
or sand P. 606
If the vehicle becomes stuck