
5397-1. Maintenance and care
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Maintenance and care
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NOTICE
■Cleaning detergents 
● Do not use the following types of detergent, as they may discolor the vehi- 
cle interior or cause streaks or damage to painted surfaces: 
• Non-seat portions: Organic substances such as benzene or gasoline, 
alkaline or acidic solutions, dye, and bleach
• Seats: Alkaline or acidic solutions, such as thinner, benzene, and alco- 
hol 
● Do not use polish wax or polish cleaner. The instrument panel’s or other 
interior part’s painted surface may be damaged. 
■ Preventing damage to leather surfaces 
Observe the following precautions to avoid damage to and deterioration of 
leather surfaces: 
● Remove any dust or dirt from leather surfaces immediately. 
● Do not expose the vehicle to direct sunlight for extended periods of time. 
Park the vehicle in the shade, especially during summer. 
● Do not place items made of vinyl, plastic, or containing wax on the uphol- 
stery, as they may stick to the leather surface if the vehicle interior heats
up significantly. 
■ Water on the floor 
Do not wash the vehicle floor with water. 
Vehicle systems such as the audio system may be damaged if water comes 
into contact with electrical components such as the audio system above or
under the floor of the vehicle. Water may also cause the body to rust. 
■ When cleaning the inside of the windshield (vehicles with Toyota 
Safety Sense) 
Do not allow glass cleaner to contact the lens. Also, do not touch the lens. 
( P.  3 1 1 ) 
■ Cleaning the inside of the rear window (vehicles with rear window 
defogger) 
● Do not use glass cleaner to clean the rear window, as this may cause 
damage to the rear window defogger heater wires. Use a cloth dampened 
with lukewarm water to gently wipe the window clean. Wipe the window in 
strokes running parallel to the heater wires. 
● Be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires. 

6238-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
■If a message that indicates the need for the shift lever operation is 
shown 
To prevent the shift lever from being operated incorrectly or the vehicle from 
moving unexpectedly, a message that requires shifting the shift lever may be 
shown on the multi-information display. In that case, follow the instruction of 
the message and shift the shift lever. 
■ If “SEE OWNER’S MANUAL”/“See owner’s manual” is shown on the 
multi-information display 
● If the following messages are shown, follow the instructions accordingly. 
• “TRANSMISSION FLUID TEMP HIGH”/“Transmission fluid temp high” 
( P. 283) 
• “WATER ACCUMULATION IN FUEL FILTER”/“Water accumulation in 
fuel filter” ( P. 560) 
• “AdBlue LEVEL LOW FILL UP AdBlue IN 2400 km”/“AdBlue level low Fill
up AdBlue in 2400 km” ( P. 562) 
• “AdBlue LEVEL LOW NO START IN 800 km! FILL UP AdBlue”/“AdBlue 
level low No start in 800 km! Fill up AdBlue” ( P.  5 6 2 ) 
• “AdBlue EMPTY UNABLE TO RESTART ENGINE FILL UP AdBlue”/ 
“AdBlue empty Unable to restart engine Fill up AdBlue” ( P. 562) 
● If “SMART ENTRY & START SYSTEM MALFUNCTION”/“Smart entry & 
start system malfunction” is shown, this may be a malfunction.
Immediately have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota retailer or 
Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer. 
● If “Low oil pressure Stop in a safe place” is shown, there may be a malfunc- 
tion. 
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact any authorized 
Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer. 
Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous. 
■ If “VISIT YOUR DEALER”/“Visit your dealer” is shown on the multi-infor- 
mation display 
The system or part shown on the multi- information display is malfunctioning. 
Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota autho-
rized repairer, or any reliable repairer immediately. 
■ Warning buzzer 
In some cases, the buzzer may not be heard due to being in a noisy location 
or audio sound. 

6508-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the engine speed 
slightly and maintain at that level for approximately 5 minutes to 
recharge the battery of your vehicle. 
Vehicles with smart entry & start system: Open and close any of the 
doors with the engine switch off. 
Maintain the engine speed of the second vehicle and start the 
engine of your vehicle by turning the engine switch to the “ON” 
position (vehicles without smart entry & start system) or IGNITION 
ON mode (vehicles with smart entry & start system). 
Once the vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper cables in 
the exact reverse order from which they were connected. 
Once the engine starts, have the vehicle inspected at any authorized 
Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer 
as soon as possible.
■ Starting the engine when the battery is discharged (vehicles with auto- 
matic transmission) 
The engine cannot be started by push-starting. 
■ To prevent battery discharge 
● Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the engine is off. 
(Vehicles with Stop & Start system: Except when the engine is stopped due 
to the Stop & Start system) 
● Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is running 
at a low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic. 
■ When the battery is removed or discharged 
● Information stored in the ECU is cleared. When the battery is depleted, have 
the vehicle inspected at any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized 
repairer, or any reliable repairer. 
● The power windows may not close normally. In this case, initialize the power 
windows. (if equipped) ( P. 234) 
■ Charging the battery 
The electricity stored in the battery  will discharge gradually even when the 
vehicle is not in use, due to natural discharge and the draining effects of cer-
tain electrical appliances. If the vehicle is left for a long time, the battery may 
discharge, and the engine may be unable to start. (The battery recharges 
automatically during driving.)
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Index
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What to do if...  
(Troubleshooting) ..................... 704 
Alphabetical index ...................... 708
For vehicles with multimedia system, refer to the “Navigation 
and multimedia system Owner’s manual” for information 
regarding the equipment listed below. 
• Navigation system 
• Audio system 
• Hands-free system (for cellular phone) 

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Alphabetical index
A/C..................................... 492, 500 
Air conditioning filter.............. 573 
Automatic air conditioning 
system ................................ 500
Manual air conditioning 
system ................................ 492
ABS (Anti-lock Brake  
System) .................................. 387 
Function ................................ 387
Warning light ......................... 611
Access panels .......................... 180
AdBlue™................................... 561
Capacity ................................ 563
Low AdBlue™ level  
warning light ....................... 615 
Refilling ................................. 563
Air conditioning filter .............. 573
Air conditioning 
system ............................ 492, 500
Air conditioning filter.............. 573 
Automatic air conditioning  
system ................................ 500
Manual air conditioning 
system ................................ 492
Airbags ....................................... 45
Airbag manual on-off  
system .................................. 62 
Airbag operating 
conditions ............................. 52
Airbag precautions for 
your child .............................. 47
Airbag warning light .............. 611 
Correct driving posture............ 38 
Curtain shield airbag 
operating conditions ............. 53
Curtain shield airbag 
precautions ........................... 49
Front passenger occupant  
classification system ............. 57 
General airbag  
precautions........................... 47
Locations of airbags................ 45
Modification and  
disposal of airbags ............... 51 
Side airbag operating 
conditions ............................. 53
Side airbag precautions .......... 49
Side and curtain shield 
airbags operating 
conditions ............................. 53 
Side and curtain shield  
airbags precautions .............. 49
SRS airbags............................ 45
Airbag manual on-off 
system ...................................... 62
Alarm ........................................ 119 
Antenna ............................ 424, 534 
Antennas (smart entry & 
start system) .......................... 184
Anti-lock brake system 
(ABS) ...................................... 387
Function ................................ 387 
Warning light ......................... 611 
Armrest ..................................... 527
Audio input*............ 435, 443, 450
Audio system ........................... 406
Antenna ........................ 424, 534
Audio input ............................ 417 
AUX port ............................... 417 
Bluetooth® audio................... 471
CD player  ............................. 425
iPod....................................... 435
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 425
Optimal use........................... 418 
Portable music  
player.................................. 450
Radio .................................... 420
Steering wheel audio 
switches.............................. 414
USB memory ........................ 443
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Automatic air conditioning  
system
Air conditioning filter.............. 573
Automatic air conditioning  
system ................................ 500 
Automatic disconnecting 
differential .............................. 363
Automatic light 
control system ....................... 296
Automatic transmission .......... 277
If the shift lever cannot be  
shifted from P ..................... 282 
AUX port*................................. 450
Auxiliary boxes ........................ 518 
Back-up lights 
Replacing light bulbs ............. 594
Wattage................................. 691
Battery 
Battery checking ................... 555 
If the vehicle battery is 
discharged .......................... 648
Preparing and checking 
before winter....................... 402
Warning light ......................... 610 
Bluetooth®*.............................. 478 
Audio system ........................ 471
Hands-free system 
(for cellular phone).............. 451
Registering/removing a 
Bluetooth® device ............... 459 
Selecting a Bluetooth®  
device ......................... 460, 461
Wireless 
communication ................... 451
Bluetooth® audio*................... 451 
Bluetooth® phone*.................. 451 
Deleting the call history......... 466
Making a call ......................... 473
Managing speed dials ........... 473 
Managing the contacts.......... 468 
Phone settings ...................... 464
Receiving a call..................... 475
Speaking on the phone ......... 473
Bottle holders .......................... 517
Brake
Fluid ...................................... 688 
Override system warning  
light..................................... 613
Parking brake........................ 291
Warning light ......................... 610
Brake assist ............................. 387
Break-in tips ............................. 241 
Brightness control 
Instrument panel light 
control................................. 134 
Care 
Aluminum wheels.................. 535
Exterior ................................. 534
Interior................................... 537 
Seat belts .............................. 538 
CD player*................................ 425
Chains....................................... 403
Child restraint system ............... 65
Child seats definition............... 68
Child seats installation ...... 81, 90 
Installing CRS with  
ISOFIX rigid anchor.............. 86
Installing CRS with 
seat belts .............................. 74
Installing CRS with 
top strap ............................... 92
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*: Refer to “Navigation and multimedia system Owner’s manual”. 

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Snow tires................................. 402 
“SOS” button ........................... 528
Spare tire
Inflation pressure .................. 689 
Storage location .................... 625 
Spark plug ................................ 684
Specifications .......................... 662
Speedometer ............................ 133
Steering
Column lock release ..... 268, 274
Fluid ...................................... 689 
Steering wheel 
Adjustment ............................ 226
Audio switches ...................... 414
Heated steering wheel .......... 509
Meter control switches .......... 142
Stop & Start system................. 377 
Stop lights 
Replacing light bulbs ............. 594
Wattage................................. 691
Storage feature ........................ 514
Storage precautions ................ 514
Stuck 
If your vehicle becomes  
stuck ................................... 658
Sun visors ................................ 522
Switch
Audio remote control 
switches*............................ 414 
Cruise control switch ............. 348 
“DISP” button ........................ 138
Door lock switch .................... 176
Emergency flashers switch ... 600
Engine switch ................ 266, 269
Fog light switch ..................... 299 
Front-wheel drive control  
switch.................................. 363
Heated steering wheel 
switch.................................. 509
Heater idle up switch............. 494 
Ignition switch ............... 266, 269 
LDA (Lane Departure 
Alert)................................... 337
Light switches ....................... 292 
Meter control switches .......... 142 
Outside rear view mirror 
switches.............................. 229
Power door lock switch ......... 176
Power window switch............ 232
Rear differential lock 
switch ................................. 373 
Rear window and outside  
rear view mirror 
defoggers switch ........ 493, 502
Seat heater switches ............ 509
“SOS” button ......................... 528
Talk switch*
Telephone switches*............ 456
Window lock switch............... 233
Windshield wipers and 
washer switch ..................... 302 
Tachometer .............................. 133 
Tailgate ..................................... 181
Tail lights 
Light switch ........................... 292 
Replacing light bulbs............. 594
Wattage ................................ 691
Talk switch*
Telephone switches*.............. 456
Theft deterrent system 
Alarm .................................... 119 
Engine immobilizer system ..... 95
Tire inflation pressure
Maintenance data ................. 689
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*: Refer to “Navigation and multimedia system Owner’s manual”.