
17Pictorial index
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Windshield wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 302 
Precautions against winter season  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 402 
To prevent freezing (windshield wiper de-icer)*1. . . . . . . . . . .  P. 494 
Fuel filler door*1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 304 
Refueling method  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 304 
Fuel type/fuel tank capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 670 
Tires  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 566 
Tire size/inflation pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 689 
Winter tires/tire chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 402 
Checking/rotation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 567 
Coping with flat tires  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 625 
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 545 
Opening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 545 
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 671 
Coping with overheat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 654 
Camera*1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 352 
Headlights  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 292 
Front position lights/daytime running lights*1. . . . . . . . . .  P. 292
Front fog lights*1/rear fog light*1, 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 299 
Front turn signal lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 290 
Side turn signal lights (fender-mounted type or 
mirror-mounted type)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 290 
Rear turn signal lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 290 
Stop/tail lights  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 292 
Downhill assist control system*1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 395 
License plate light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 292 
Back-up lights*2
Shifting the shift lever to R. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 277, 284
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5
6
7
8
Light bulbs of the exterior lights for driving 
(Replacing method: P. 583, Watts: P. 691)
*1: If equipped
*2: They may be located on the opposite side depending on the target region.
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1252. Instrument cluster
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Instrument cluster
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Vehicles with multi-information display type B
The positions of some warning lights and indicators differ depending on 
vehicles.
Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in the indicated vehi- 
cle’s systems.
Warning lights 
*1Brake system warning  
light ( P. 610)
*1, 2Malfunction indicator  
lamp ( P. 611)
*1
(if equipped)
Charging system  
warning light ( P. 610)
*1SRS warning light  
( P. 611)
*1
(if equipped)
Low engine oil pressure  
warning light ( P. 610)
*1ABS warning light  
( P. 611) 

1262. Instrument cluster
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*1
(if equipped)
Slip indicator (P. 611)
Driver’s and front  
passenger’s seat belt  
reminder light ( P. 614)
*3
(if equipped)
Four-wheel drive  
indicator light ( P. 612)
*7
(if equipped)
Rear passengers’ seat  
belt reminder lights  
( P. 614)
*3
(if equipped)
Low speed four-wheel  
drive indicator light  
( P. 612)
Low fuel level warning  
light ( P. 614)
*3
(if equipped)
Rear differential lock  
indicator light ( P. 612)
*1
(if equipped)
Low engine oil level  
warning light ( P. 614)
*1
(if equipped)
Timing belt replacement  
warning light ( P. 612)
*1
(if equipped)
Master warning light  
( P. 614)
*1
(if equipped)
Fuel system warning  
light ( P. 612)(if equipped)
Go to service warning  
light ( P. 616)
*1, 4
(if equipped)
Brake Override System  
warning light ( P. 613)
*1, 4
(if equipped)
Stop & Start cancel  
indicator ( P. 615)
*1
(if equipped)
PCS warning light  
( P. 613) 
Parking brake indicator  
light ( P. 615)
*5, 6
(if equipped)
LDA indicator (P. 613)
(if equipped)
Low AdBlue™  level  
warning light ( P. 615)
(if equipped)
Open door warning light  
( P. 614) 

1873-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
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Operation of each component
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■ Conditions affecting operation 
The smart entry & start system uses weak radio waves. In the following situa- 
tions, the communication between the electronic key and the vehicle may be
affected, preventing the smart entry & start system, wireless remote control 
and engine immobilizer system from operating properly.  
(Ways of coping:  P. 644) 
● When the electronic key battery is depleted 
● Near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station, radio station, large dis- 
play, airport or other facility that generates strong radio waves or electrical
noise 
● When carrying a portable radio, cellular phone, cordless phone or other 
wireless communication device 
● When the electronic key is in contact with, or is covered by the following 
metallic objects 
• Cards to which aluminum foil is attached 
• Cigarette boxes that have aluminum foil inside 
• Metallic wallets or bags 
• Coins
• Hand warmers made of metal 
• Media such as CDs and DVDs 
● When multiple electronic keys are in the vicinity 
● When other wireless keys (that emit radio waves) are being used nearby 
● When carrying the electronic key together with the following devices that 
emit radio waves 
• Another vehicle’s electronic key or a  wireless key that emits radio waves 
• Personal computers or pers onal digital assistants (PDAs) 
• Digital audio players 
• Portable game systems 
● If window tint with a metallic content or metallic objects are attached to the 
rear window 
● When the electronic key is placed near a battery charger or electronic devices 

2504-1. Before driving
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NOTICE
■When encountering flooded roads 
Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain etc. Doing so may 
cause the following serious damage to the vehicle: 
● Engine stalling 
● Short in electrical components 
● Engine damage caused by water immersion 
In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be 
sure to have any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or
any reliable repairer check the following: 
● Brake function 
● Changes in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the engine, trans- 
mission, transfer (4WD models), differential, etc. 
● Lubricant condition for the propeller shaft, bearings and suspension joints 
(where possible), and the function of all joints, bearings, etc. 
■ Off-road driving (vehicles with type A wheel ornaments [P. 632]) 
When driving on muddy roads, rocky terrain or sand, or crossing rivers, 
remove the wheel ornaments. Driving with the wheel ornaments installed 
may cause the wheel ornaments to be damaged or even fall off. 
After off-road driving with the wheel ornaments removed, remove dirt or for- 
eign objects from the wheel before reinstalling the wheel ornaments. 

4014-5. Using the driving support systems
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Driving
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WARNING
●Vehicles with DPF system switch: Do not carry out regeneration when the 
vehicle is in an enclosed area, such as a garage. 
● Do not touch the exhaust pipe and exhaust gases during regeneration. 
■ If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on 
The malfunction indicator lamp comes on if you continue driving while the 
DPF system warning message appears on the display. In this event, dam- 
age may be caused to the vehicle or an accident may occur. Have the vehi- 
cle inspected by any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer immediately.
NOTICE
■ To prevent the DPF system from failing 
● Do not drive for long periods of time while the DPF system warning mes- 
sage “DPF FULL VISIT YOUR DEALER”/“DPF full Visit your dealer” 
appears on the display 
● Do not use fuel other than the specified type 
● Do not use engine oil other than the recommended type 
● Do not modify the exhaust pipe 

4024-6. Driving tips
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Winter driving tips
●Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tempera- 
tures. 
• Engine oil 
• Engine coolant 
• Washer fluid 
● Have a service technician inspect the condition of the battery. 
● Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set of tire 
chains for the rear tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand, and that chains match 
the size of the tires.
Perform the following according to the driving conditions: 
● Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is frozen. 
Pour warm water over the frozen area to melt the ice. Wipe away 
the water immediately to prevent it from freezing. 
● To ensure proper operation of the climate control system fan, 
remove any snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents in
front of the windshield. 
● Check for and remove any excess ice or snow that may have accu- 
mulated on the exterior lights, vehicle’s roof, chassis, around the 
tires or on the brakes. 
● Remove any snow or mud from the bottom of your shoes before 
getting in the vehicle.
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before
driving the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a man- 
ner appropriate to the prevailing weather conditions.
Preparation for winter
Before driving the vehicle 

5437-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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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)