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7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Set the new light bulb.
Align the 3 tabs on the light bulb
with the mounting, and insert.
Turn it clockwise to set.
Set the connector.
After installing the connector,
shake the bulb base gently to
check that it is not loose, turn
the fog lights on once and visu-
ally confirm that no light is leak-
ing through the mounting.
Reinstall the fender liner and
install the clip.
Insert the clip and turn to lock.
Reinstall the fender liner and
install the screws.
Make sure that the fender liner
is attached to the inside of the
bumper.
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8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
If a warning light turns on or a warning
buzzer sounds
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights
comes on or flashes. If a light comes on or flashes, but then
goes off, this does not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the
system. However, if this continues to occur, have the vehicle
inspected by your Toyota dealer.
Warning light and warning buzzer list
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)*1
Indicates that:
• The brake fluid level is low; or
• The brake system is malfunctioning 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.
→ Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and con-
tact your Toyota dealer. Continuing to drive the vehi-
cle may be dangerous.
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
Malfunction indicator lamp Indicates a malfunction in:
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system;
• The electronic automatic transmission control system
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
SRS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system;
• The front passenger occupant classification system; or
• The seat belt pretensioner system
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
ABS warning light Indicates a malfunction in:
• The ABS; or
• The brake assist system
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.

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Warning buzzer
In some cases, the buzzer may not be heard because of noisy place or an
audio sound.
■ Customization
The vehicle speed linked seat belt reminder buzzer can be disabled.
(Customizable features →P. 701)
WARNING
■If both the ABS and the brake system warning lights remain on
Stop your vehicle in a safe place immediately and contact your Toyota
dealer. The vehicle will become extremely unstable during braking, and the
ABS system may fail, which could cause an accident resulting in death or
serious injury.
■ When the electric power steering system warning light comes on
The steering wheel may become extremely heavy.
If the steering wheel becomes heavie r than usual when operating, hold
firmly and operate using more force than usual.
■
If the tire pressure warning light comes on (vehicles with the tire
pressure warning system)
Be sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to do so could
cause a loss of vehicle control and result in death or serious injury.
●Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire
inflation pressure immediately.
●If the tire pressure warning light co mes on even after tire inflation pres-
sure adjustment, it is probable that you have a flat tire. Check the tires.
If a tire is flat, change it with the spare tire and have the flat tire
repaired by the nearest Toyota dealer.
●Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate,
you could lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes.
■If a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur (vehicles with the
tire pressure warning system)
The tire pressure warning system may not activate immediately.

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Indicates that the vehicle is being driven at 3 mph
(5 km/h) or more with the parking brake still
engaged.A buzzer also sounds.
→ Release the parking brake.
(If equipped)
Indicates that the LDA (Lane Departure Alert with
steering control) system has determined that the
driver does not have the hands on the steering
wheel while the steering control function is on
If the system continues to determine that the
driver does not have the hands on the steering
wheel, a buzzer also sounds.
→ Firmly hold the steering wheel.
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system; or
• The front passenger occupant classification
system; or,
• The seat belt pretensioner system A buzzer also sounds.
→ Have the vehicle inspect ed by your Toyota
dealer.
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The ABS; or
• The brake assist system A buzzer also sounds.
→ Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place
and contact your Toyota dealer. Continuing
to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
Warning messageDetails/Actions
(Flashes) (U.S.A.) (Canada)
(U.S.A.) (Canada)

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WARNING
■When using the compact spare tire (if equipped)
●Remember that the compact spare tire provided is specifically
designed for use with your vehicle. Do not use your compact spare tire
on another vehicle.
●Do not use more than one compact spare tire simultaneously.
●Replace the compact spare tire with a standard tire as soon as possi-
ble.
●Avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt steering, sudden braking and shift-
ing operations that cause sudden engine braking.
■When the compact spare tire is attached (if equipped)
The vehicle speed may not be correctly detected, and the following sys-
tems may not operate correctly:
Also, not only can the following system not be utilized fully, it may actu-
ally negatively effect the drive-train components:
• Dynamic Torque Control AWD system (AWD models)
■Speed limit when using the compact spare tire (if equipped)
Do not drive at speeds in excess of 50 mph (80 km/h) when a compact
spare tire is installed on the vehicle.
The compact spare tire is not designed for driving at high speeds. Fail-
ure to observe this precaution may lead to an accident causing death or
serious injury.
■After using the tools and jack
Before driving, make sure all the tools and jack are securely in place in
their storage location to reduce the po ssibility of personal injury during a
collision or sudden braking.
• ABS & Brake assist
• VSC/Trailer Sway Control
• TRAC
• Cruise control (if equipped)
• Dynamic radar cruise control (if equipped)
• EPS
• LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) (if equipped)
• PCS (Pre-Collision System) (if equipped)
• Rear view monitor system (if
equippedF
• Toyota parking assist monitor (if equipped)
• Panoramic view monitor (if equipped)
• Intuitive parking assist (if equipped)
• Entune Premium Audio with Navigation (if equipped)

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Alphabetical index
A/C .................................... 484, 490Air conditioning filter ............. 583
Automatic air conditioning
system ......... ....................... 490
Manual air conditioning
system ......... ....................... 484
Micro dust and pollen filter .... 492
ABS (Anti-lock Brake
System) .................................. 307 Function ................................ 307
Warning light ......................... 615
Air conditioning filter .............. 583
Air conditioning system ............................ 484, 490
Air conditioning filter ............. 583
Automatic air conditioning system ......... ....................... 490
Manual air conditioning system ......... ....................... 484
Micro dust and pollen filter .... 492
Airbags ....................................... 36 Airbag operating conditions .... 44
Airbag precautions for your child .............................. 39
Airbag warning light .............. 615
Correct driving posture ........... 26
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions ............. 44
Curtain shield airbag precautions ........................... 41
Front passenger occupant classification syst em............. 49
General airbag precautions .... 39
Locations of airbags................ 36
Modification and disposal of airbags.............................. 43
Side airbag operating conditions ............................. 44
Side airbag precautions .......... 41
Side and curtain shield
airbags operating
conditions ............................. 44 Side and curtain shield
airbags precautions .............. 41
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners ............... 709
SRS airbags ........................... 36
All-wheel drive lock switch..... 296
Anchor brackets ........................ 62
Antenna Radio ............................ 335, 408
Smart key system ................. 130
Anti-lock brake system
(ABS) ...................................... 307 Function ................................ 307
Warning light......................... 615
Approach warning Dynamic radar cruise control ................................ 268
Armrest..................................... 521
Assist grips .............................. 522
Audio input ...................... 330, 393
Audio system ........................... 324 Audio input............................ 330
AUX port/USB port............. 330, 346, 352
Bluetooth
® audio .................. 359
CD player.............................. 336
iPod ...................................... 346
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 336
Optimal use .......................... 332
Portable music player ........... 330
Radio .................................... 334
Steering wheel audio switch ................................. 327
USB memory ........................ 352
AUTO LSD ................................ 307
Automatic air conditioning system Air conditioning filter ............. 583
Automatic air conditioning system .......... ...................... 490
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Turn signal lights..................... 211Replacing light
bulbs ................... 593, 597, 601
Turn signal lever ................... 211
Wattage ................................ 676
USB port ........................... 352, 393
Utility vehicle precautions ...... 318
Vanity lights ............................. 519 Vanity lights .......................... 519
Wattage ................................ 676
Vanity mirrors .......................... 519
Vehicle data recordings .............. 9
Vehicle identification number ................................... 669
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) ...................................... 307
Voice command system
*....... 478
VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) .................................. 307
Warning buzzers ...................... 615 Brake system ....... ................. 615
Downshifting ......................... 208
Key reminder ................ 131, 636
Open back door .................... 627
Open door ............................. 627
Open moon roof .................... 162
Pre-collision braking ............. 239
Seat belt reminder ................ 616 Warning lights ......................... 615
ABS ...................................... 615
Brake system ....... ................. 615
Electric power steering ......... 616
Low fuel level ........................ 616
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 615
Pre-Collision System ............ 617
Seat belt reminder light......... 616
Slip indicator ......................... 616
SRS ...................................... 615
Tire pressure ........................ 618
Warning messages.................. 625
Washer ..................................... 222 Checking............................... 564
Preparing and checking
before winter ...................... 314
Switch ................................... 222
Washing and waxing ............... 536
Weights Cargo capacity...................... 668
Load limits ............................ 180
Weights................................. 668
Wheels ...................................... 580
Replacing wheels ................. 580
Size....................................... 675
Window glasses ...................... 156
Window lock switch ................ 156
Windows................................... 156 Power windows..................... 156
Rear window defogger ..................... 486, 493
Windshield wiper de-icer ............................ 486, 493
Windshield wipers ................... 222 Intermittent windshield wipers ................................. 222
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