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Maintenance and care
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WARNING
■ When working near the electric cooling fan or radiator grille
● Vehicles with smart entry & start system: Be sure the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch is off.
With the “ENGINE START STOP” switch in IGNITION ON mode, the elec-
tric cooling fan may automatically start to run if the air conditioning is on
and/or the coolant temperature is high. ( P. 454)
● Diesel engine only: After the temperature in the engine compartment has
become high, the electric cooling fan may operate even after the engine
has been stopped.
■ Safety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or falling material, fluid spray, etc. from
getting in the eyes.
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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5-1. Essential information
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If you think something is wrong
If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably
needs adjustment or repair. Contact any authorized Toyota dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional, as
soon as possible.
■ Visible symptoms
● Fluid leaks under the vehicle
(Water dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal.)
● Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
● High engine coolant temperature warning light flashes or
comes on
● Low engine coolant temperature indicator comes on or does
not come on continuously
■ Audible symptoms
● Changes in exhaust sound
● Excessive tire squeal when cornering
● Strange noises related to the suspension system
● Pinging or other noises related to the engine
■ Operational symptoms
● Engine misfire, stumbling or running rough
● Appreciable loss of power
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road
● Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling, pedal almost
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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.
*: Parking brake engaged warning buzzer: ( P. 549)
Stop the vehicle immediately.
The following warnings indicate the possibility of damage to the vehi-
cle that may lead to an accident. 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
This light also comes on when the parking brake is not
released. If the light turns off after the parking brake is fully
released the system is operating normally.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Charging system warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system.
(Red warning
light flashes or
comes on)
High engine coolant temperature warning light
Indicates that the engine is overheating.
As the coolant temperature rises, it changes from flashing
to comes on. ( P. 607)
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights turn
on or flash. If a light turns on or flashes, but then turns off, this does
not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the system.

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When trouble arises
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If your vehicle overheats
Correction procedures
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air condition-
ing system, and then stop the engine.
If you see steam:
Carefully lift the hood after the steam subsides.
If you do not see steam:
Carefully lift the hood.
After the engine has cooled down sufficiently, inspect the
hoses and radiator core (radiator) for any leaks.
Gasoline engine
Radiator
Cooling fan
If a large amount of coolant leaks,
immediately contact any autho-
rized Toyota dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating.
●The high engine coolant temperature warning light (P. 536)
comes on or flashes, or a loss of engine power is experienced.
(For example, the vehicle speed does not increase.)
● Steam comes out from under the hood.

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Diesel engine
Radiator
Cooling fans
If a large amount of coolant leaks,
immediately contact any autho-
rized Toyota dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
The coolant level is satisfactory if
it is between the “FULL” and
“LOW” lines on the reservoir.
Reservoir
“FULL”
“LOW”
Add coolant if necessary.
Water can be used in an emer-
gency if coolant is unavailable.
Start the engine and turn the air conditioning system on to
check that the radiator cooling fan operates and to check for
coolant leaks from the radiator or hoses.
The fan operates when the air conditioning system is turned on
immediately after a cold start. Confirm that the fan is operating by
checking the fan sound and air flow. If it is difficult to check these,
turn the air conditioning system on and off repeatedly.
(The fan may not operate in freezing temperatures.)

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Electronic key
If your electronic does not
operate properly ................. 600
Electronic power steering ....... 311
Emergency flashers
Switch ................................... 526
Emergency tire puncture
repair kit ................................. 577
Emergency, in case of
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ................. 600
If the engine will not start ...... 594
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from “P” ................... 597
If the vehicle has discharged
battery................................. 603
If the warning buzzer
sounds ................................ 536
If the warning light
turns on............................... 536
If the warning message is
displayed ............................ 545
If you cannot operate back
door opener ........................ 599
If you have a flat tire ..... 560, 577
If you lose your keys ............. 598
If you think something is
wrong .................................. 534
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 611
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ... 613
If your vehicle needs to be
towed .................................. 527
If your vehicle overheats ....... 607
Engine
Accessory mode ................... 204
Compartment ........................ 444
Engine switch................ 198, 202
Hood ..................................... 440
How to start the
engine......................... 198, 202
Identification number ............ 618
If the engine will not start ...... 594
Ignition switch ............... 198, 202
Overheating .......................... 607
Engine compartment cover .... 446
Engine coolant
Capacity ................................ 628
Checking ............................... 452
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 320
Engine coolant temperature
indicator (Blue) ...................... 229
Engine coolant temperature
warning light (Red)................ 536
Engine immobilizer system .... 124
Engine oil
Capacity ................................ 622
Checking ............................... 447
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 320
Engine oil maintenance
data ......................................... 450
Engine switch .................. 198, 202
EPS ........................................... 311
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Vanity lights
Vanity lights........................... 403
Wattage................................. 636
Vanity mirrors .......................... 403
Vehicle identification
number ................................... 618
Vehicle stability control + ....... 311
VSC+ ......................................... 311
Warning buzzers
Brake system ........................ 536
Electric power steering
system buzzer .................... 537
Open door ............................. 549
PCS (Pre-Collision
System) ...................... 267, 539
Seat belt reminder ................ 539
Warning lights
Anti-lock brake system.......... 537
Automatic headlight leveling
system ................................ 537
Brake assist system .............. 537
Brake system ........................ 536
Charging system ................... 536
Cruise control........................ 537
Electric power steering
system warning light ........... 537
Engine coolant
temperature ........................ 536
Low fuel level ........................ 539
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 537
Master warning light.............. 539
PCS
(Pre-Collision System)........ 539
Pretensioner ......................... 537
Seat belt reminder light ......... 539
Slip indicator light.................. 537
SRS airbags.......................... 537
Stop & Start cancel
indicator light ...................... 537
Tire pressure warning light ... 539
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What to do if...
What to do if...
A tire puncturesP. 560, 577If you have a flat tire
The engine does not start
P. 594If the engine will not start
P. 124Engine immobilizer system
P. 603If the vehicle battery is discharged
The shift lever cannot be
moved outP. 597If the shift lever cannot be shifted
from “P”
The high engine coolant temperature warning light (Red) flashes or comes on
Steam can be seen coming
from under the hood
P. 607If your vehicle overheats
The key is lostP. 598If you lose your keys
The battery runs outP. 603If the vehicle battery is discharged
The doors cannot be lockedP. 7 3Side doors
P. 7 9Back door
The horn begins to soundP. 137Alarm
The vehicle is stuck in
mud or sandP. 6 1 1If the vehicle becomes stuck