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■Gasoline quality
In very few cases, driveability problems may be caused by the brand of gaso-
line you are using. If driveability problems persist, try changing the brand of
gasoline. If this does not correct the problem, consult your Toyota dealer.
■ Gasoline quality standards
●Automotive manufacturers in the U.S.A., Europe and Japan have developed
a specification for fuel quality called the World-Wide Fuel Charter (WWFC),
which is expected to be applied worldwide.
● The WWFC consists of four categor ies that are based on required emission
levels. In the U.S., category 4 has been adopted.
● The WWFC improves air quality by lowering emissions in vehicle fleets, and
improves customer satisfaction through better performance.
■ Recommendation of the use of gaso line containing detergent additives
● Toyota recommends the use of gasoline that contains detergent additives to
avoid the build-up of engine deposits.
● All gasoline sold in the U.S.A. contains minimum detergent additives to
clean and/or keep clean intake systems, per EPA’s lowest additives concen-
tration program.
● Toyota strongly recommends the use of Top Tier Detergent Gasoline. For
more information on Top Tier Detergent Gasoline and a list of marketers,
please go to the official website www.toptiergas.com.
■ Recommendation of the use of low emissions gasoline
Gasolines containing oxygenates such as ethers and ethanol, as well as
reformulated gasolines, are available in some cities. These fuels are typically
acceptable for use, providing they meet other fuel requirements.
Toyota recommends these fuels, since the formulations allow for reduced
vehicle emissions.
Fuel information
You must only use unleaded gasoline.
Select octane rating 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher.
Use of unleaded gasoline with an octane rating lower than 87
may result in engine knocking. Persistent knocking can lead to
engine damage.
At minimum, the gasoline you use s hould meet the specifications of
ASTM D4814 in the U.S.A..
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Non-recommendation of the use of blended gasoline
●If you use gasohol in your vehicle, be sure that it has an octane rating no
lower than 87.
● Toyota does not recommend the use of gasoline containing methanol.
■ Non-recommendation of the use of gasoline containing MMT
Some gasoline contains an octane enhancing additive called MMT (Methylcy-
clopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl).
Toyota does not recommend the use of gasoline that contains MMT. If fuel
containing MMT is used, your emission control system may be adversely
affected.
The malfunction indicator lamp on the instrument cluster may come on. If this
happens, contact your Toyota dealer for service.
■ If your engine knocks
●Consult your Toyota dealer.
● You may occasionally notice light knocking for a short time while accelerat-
ing or driving uphill. This is normal and there is no need for concern.
●
Use only gasoline containing up to 15%
ethanol.
DO NOT use any flex-fuel or gasoline
that could contain more than 15% etha-
nol, including from any pump labeled
E30, E50, E85 (which are only some
examples of fuel containing more than
15% ethanol).
DO NOT use gasoline contain-
ing more than 15% ethanol.
(30% ethanol)
(50% ethanol)
(85% ethanol)
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NOTICE
■Notice on fuel quality
● Do not use improper fuels. If improper fuels are used, the engine will be
damaged.
● Do not use leaded gasoline.
Leaded gasoline can cause damage to your vehicle’s three-way catalytic
converters causing the emission control system to malfunction.
● Do not use gasohol other than the type previously stated.
Other gasohol may cause fuel system damage or vehicle performance
problems.
● Using unleaded gasoline with an octane number or rating lower than the
level previously stated will cause persistent heavy knocking.
At worst, this will lead to engine damage.
■ Fuel-related poor driveability
If poor driveability (poor hot starting, vaporization, engine knocking, etc.) is
encountered after using a different type of fuel, discontinue the use of that
type of fuel.
■ When refueling with gasohol
Take care not to spill gasohol. It can damage your vehicle's paint.
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Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation pres-
sure Tire pressure when the vehicle has been
parked for three hours or more, or has not
been driven more than 1 mile or 1.5 km under
that condition
Maximum inflation
pressure The maximum cold inflat
ed pressure to which
a tire may be inflated, shown on the sidewall of
the tire
Recommended infla-
tion pressure Cold tire inflation pressure recommended by a
manufacturer
Accessory weight The combined weight (in excess of those stan-
dard items which may be replaced) of hybrid
transmission, power steering, power brakes,
power windows, power seats, radio and
heater, to the extent that these items are avail-
able as factory-installed equipment (whether
installed or not)
Curb weight The weight of a motor vehicle with standard
equipment, including the maximum capacity of
fuel, oil and coolant, and if so equipped, air
conditioning and additional weight optional
engine
Maximum loaded vehi-
cle weight The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight
Normal occupant
weight 150 lb. (68 kg) times the number of occupants
specified in the second column of Table 1
* that
follows
Occupant distribution Distribution of occupants in a vehicle as speci-
fied in the third column of Table 1
* below
Production options
weight The combined weight of
installed regular pro-
duction options weighing over 5 lb. (2.3 kg) in
excess of the standard items which they
replace, not previously considered in curb
weight or accessory weight, including heavy
duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, heavy
duty battery, and special trim
587Alphabetical index
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Floor mat .................................... 26
FluidBrake .................................... 538
Washer ................................. 427
Fog lights
Replacing light bulbs............. 462
Switch ................................... 208
Front fog lights
Replacing light bulbs............. 462
Switch ................................... 208
Front passenger occupant
classification system .............. 52
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light ................. 479
Front seats Adjustment ............................ 147
Front sensor............................. 223
Automatic High Beam ........... 223
LDA (Lane Departure Alert)........ 223
PCS (Pre-Collision System)........ 223
Precautions ........................... 224
Front side marker lights Replacing light bulbs............. 457
Switch ................................... 204
Wattage ................................ 540
Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs............. 459
Switch ................................... 202
Wattage ................................ 540
Fuel Capacity ................................ 534
Fuel gauge .............................. 93
Information ............................ 541
Refueling............................... 217
Type ...................................... 534
Fuel door .................................. 217
Fuel filler door.......................... 217
Fuses ........................................ 451 Gauges ....................................... 93
Glove box ................................. 387
Hazard lights
Switch ................................... 466
Head restraints Adjusting .............................. 152
Headlights Replacing light bulbs ............ 462
Switch ................................... 204
Heaters Seat heaters ......................... 382
Side mirrors .......................... 376
Hill-start assist control ........... 264
Hood ......................................... 416
Horn .......................................... 155
Hybrid system Emergency shut off system .... 79
Energy monitor/consumption screen ........... 110
High voltage components ....... 78
Hybrid system indicator ........ 104
“POWER” switch................... 188
Vehicle Proximity Notification System .............. 74
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Navigation system*
Noise from under vehicle............ 8
Odometer.................................... 99
OilEngine oil .............................. 535
Opener
Back door.............................. 135
Fuel filler door ....................... 217
Hood ..................................... 416
Outside rear view mirrors Adjusting and folding ............ 158
Defogger ............................... 376
Outside temperature display .................................... 391
Overheating, Hybrid
system .................................... 524 Parking brake........................... 203
Parking lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 459
Switch ................................... 204
Wattage ................................ 540
PCS (Pre-Collision system) .... 227 PCS (Pre-Collision system) switch...... .............. 230
Warning light......................... 480
Personal lights Switch ................................... 384
Wattage ................................ 540
Power outlet ............................. 393
“POWER” switch ..................... 188
Power windows ....................... 160
Pre-Collision system (PCS) .... 227 PCS (Pre-Collision
system) switch...... .............. 230
Warning light......................... 480
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Warning buzzersBrake system ....... ................. 477
Electric power steering system ......... ....................... 478
Key reminder ........................ 495
LDA
(Lane Departure Alert)........ 240
Master warning ..................... 479
Pre-Collision warning ............ 480
Seat belt reminder ................ 479
Warning lights
Anti-lock brake system.......... 478
Brake assist system .............. 478
Brake system ....... ................. 477
Charging system ................... 478
Electric power steering system ......... ....................... 478
Front passenger occupant classification system........... 478
Low brake fluid...................... 477
Low fuel level ........................ 479
Low tire inflation pressure ..... 480
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 478
Master warning light.............. 479
Parking brake........................ 478
PCS warning light ................. 480
Pretensioners........................ 478
Seat belt reminder light ......... 479
Slip indicator light.................. 479
SRS airbag system ............... 478
Tire pressure......................... 480
Tire pressure warning system ......... ....................... 480 Warning messages.................. 486
Washer
Checking............................... 427
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 273
Switch ........................... 210, 214
Washing and waxing ............... 400
Weight Cargo capacity...................... 181
Load limits ............................ 181
Weight .................................. 532
Wheels ...................................... 444
Window lock switch ................ 160
Windows Power windows..................... 160
Rear window defogger.......... 376
Washer ......................... 210, 214
Windshield wipers ................... 210
Wireless remote control key Replacing the key battery ..... 448
Wireless remote control ........ 121
WMA disc ................................. 300
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GAS STATION INFORMATION
Auxiliary catch leverFuel filler door
P. 416 P. 217
Hood lock release leverFuel filler
door openerTire inflation pressure
P. 416 P. 217P. 539
Fuel tank capacity
(Reference)9.5 gal. (36 L, 7.9 Imp. gal.)
Fuel type
P. 534
Cold tire inflation
pressureP. 5 3 9
Engine oil capacity
(Drain and refill —
reference) P. 535
Engine oil type
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent
P. 535