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7Maintenance and care
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7-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior .......... 534
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior ........... 537
7-2. Maintenance
Maintenance
requirements.................... 540
7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions ...................... 543
Hood .................................. 545
Engine compartment.......... 547
Tires ................................... 566
Tire inflation pressure ........ 569
Wheels ............................... 571
Air conditioning filter .......... 573
Wireless remote control/
electronic key battery....... 575
Checking and
replacing fuses ................ 578
Light bulbs ......................... 583
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Maintenance and care
Do-it-yourself service precautions
If you perform maintenance by yourself, be sure to follow the
correct procedure as given in these sections.
ItemsParts and tools
Battery condition
( P. 555)
•Warm water• Baking soda•Grease
• Conventional wrench (for terminal clamp bolts)
• Distilled water
Engine coolant
level ( P. 553)
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or a similar high
quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-
amine, non-nitrite and non-borate coolant with long-
life hybrid organic acid technology
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is pre-mixed with
50% coolant and 50% deionized water.
• Funnel (used only for adding coolant)
Engine oil level
( P. 550)
• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding engine oil)
Fuses (P. 5 7 8 )• Fuse with same amperage rating as original
Light bulbs
( P. 583)
• Bulb with same number and wattage rating as origi-
nal
• Phillips-head screwdriver
• Flathead screwdriver•Wrench
Radiator,
condenser and
intercooler
(if equipped)
( P. 554)
Tire inflation
pressure
( P. 569)
• Tire pressure gauge• Compressed air source
Washer fluid
( P. 559)
• Water or washer fluid containing antifreeze (for win-
ter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding water or washer fluid)
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WARNING
■When inspecting or replacing tires
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents.
Failure to do so may cause damage to parts of the drive train as well as
dangerous handling characteristics, which may lead to an accident resulting
in death or serious injury.
● Do not mix tires of different makes, models or tread patterns.
Also, do not mix tires of remarkably different treadwear.
● Do not use tire sizes other than those recommended by Toyota.
● Do not mix differently constructed tires (radial, bias-belted or bias-ply
tires).
● Do not mix summer, all season and snow tires.
● Do not use tires that have been used on another vehicle.
Do not use tires if you do not know how they were used previously.
NOTICE
■ Driving on rough roads
Take particular care when driving on roads with loose surfaces or potholes.
These conditions may cause losses in tire inflation pressure, reducing the
cushioning ability of the tires. In addition, driving on rough roads may cause
damage to the tires themselves, as well as the vehicle’s wheels and body.
■ If tire inflation pressure of each tire becomes low while driving
Do not continue driving, or your tires and/or wheels may be ruined.
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Maintenance and care
Tire inflation pressure
■Effects of incorrect tire inflation pressure
Driving with incorrect tire inflation pressure may result in the following:
● Reduced fuel economy
● Reduced driving comfort and poor handling
● Reduced tire life due to wear
● Reduced safety
● Damage to the drive train
If a tire needs frequent inflating, have it checked by any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
■ Instructions for checking tire inflation pressure
When checking tire inflation pressure, observe the following:
● Check only when the tires are cold.
If your vehicle has been parked for at least 3 hours or has not been driven
for more than 1.5 km or 1 mile, you will get an accurate cold tire inflation
pressure reading.
● Always use a tire pressure gauge.
It is difficult to judge if a tire is properly inflated based only on its appear-
ance.
● It is normal for the tire inflation pressure to be higher after driving as heat is
generated in the tire. Do not reduce tire inflation pressure after driving.
● Passengers and luggage weight should be placed so that the vehicle is bal-
anced.
Make sure to maintain proper tire inflation pressure. Tire infla-
tion pressure should be checked at least once per month. How-
ever, Toyota recommends that tire inflation pressure be checked
once every two weeks. ( P. 689)
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WARNING
■Proper inflation is critical to save tire performance
Keep your tires properly inflated.
If the tires are not properly inflated, the following conditions may occur
which could lead to an accident resulting in death or serious injury:
● Excessive wear
● Uneven wear
● Poor handling
● Possibility of blowouts resulting from overheated tires
● Air leaking from between tire and wheel
● Wheel deformation and/or tire damage
● Greater possibility of tire damage while driving (due to road hazards,
expansion joints, sharp edges in the road, etc.)
NOTICE
■ When inspecting and adjusting tire inflation pressure
Be sure to put the tire valve caps back on.
If a valve cap is not installed, dirt or moisture may get into the valve and
cause an air leak, resulting in decreased tire inflation pressure.
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9-1. Specifications
Vehicle specifications
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16 inch tires
17 inch tires (type A)
Steering
Free playLess than 30 mm (1.2 in.)
Power steering fluid typeAutomatic transmission fluid DEXRON® II or III
Tires and wheels
Tire size205R16C 8PR 110/108S
Tire inflation
pressure
(Recommended
cold tire inflation
pressure)
Front wheel
kPa (kgf/cm2 or
bar, psi)
Rear wheel
(unladen)
kPa (kgf/cm2 or
bar, psi)
Rear wheel
(full load)
kPa (kgf/cm2 or
bar, psi)
270 (2.7, 39)270 (2.7, 39)340 (3.4, 49)
Wheel size16 6J
Wheel nut torque105 N•m (10.7 kgf•m, 77 ft•lbf)
Tire size 225/70R17C 108/106S
Tire inflation
pressure
(Recommended
cold tire inflation
pressure)
Front wheel
kPa (kgf/cm2 or
bar, psi)
Rear wheel
(unladen)
kPa (kgf/cm2 or
bar, psi)
Rear wheel
(full load)
kPa (kgf/cm2 or
bar, psi)
240 (2.4, 35)240 (2.4, 35)300 (3.0, 44)
Wheel size17 6J
Wheel nut torque 105 N•m (10.7 kgf•m, 77 ft•lbf)
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17 inch tires (type B)
18 inch tires
■When towing a trailer (models for model code destination W*)
Add 20.0 kPa (0.2 kgf/cm2 or bar, 3 psi) to the recommended tire inflation
pressure and drive at speeds below 100 km/h (62 mph).
*: See “Checking your vehicle’s model” if you are not sure of which model
your vehicle is. ( P. 11 )
Tire size265/65R17 112S
Tire inflation
pressure
(Recommended
cold tire inflation
pressure)
Front wheel
(unladen)
kPa
(kgf/cm2 or
bar, psi)
Front wheel
(full load)
kPa
(kgf/cm2 or
bar, psi)
Rear wheel
(unladen)
kPa
(kgf/cm2 or
bar, psi)
Rear wheel
(full load)
kPa
(kgf/cm2 or
bar, psi)
Without stop &
start system
200
(2.0, 29)
230
(2.3, 33)
200
(2.0, 29)
250
(2.5, 36)
With stop &
start system
230
(2.3, 33)
230
(2.3, 33)
230
(2.3, 33)
250
(2.5, 36)
Wheel size17 7 1/2J
Wheel nut torque105 N•m (10.7 kgf•m, 77 ft•lbf)
Tire size265/60R18 110H
Tire inflation
pressure
(Recommended
cold tire inflation
pressure)
Front wheel
(unladen)
kPa
(kgf/cm2 or
bar, psi)
Front wheel
(full load)
kPa
(kgf/cm2 or
bar, psi)
Rear wheel
(unladen)
kPa
(kgf/cm2 or
bar, psi)
Rear wheel
(full load)
kPa
(kgf/cm2 or
bar, psi)
Without stop &
start system
200
(2.0, 29)
230
(2.3, 33)
200
(2.0, 29)
250
(2.5, 36)
With stop &
start system
230
(2.3, 33)
230
(2.3, 33)
230
(2.3, 33)
250
(2.5, 36)
Wheel size18 7 1/2J
Wheel nut torque105 N•m (10.7 kgf•m, 77 ft•lbf)
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717Alphabetical index
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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”.