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5477-2. Maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Vehicle exterior
ItemsCheck points
Doors• Do the doors operate smoothly?
Engine hood• Does the engine hood lock system work prop-erly?
Fluid leaks• There should not be any signs of fluid leakageafter the vehicle has been parked.
Tires
• Is the tire inflation pressure correct?
• The tires should not be damaged or exces-
sively worn.
• Have the tires been rotated according to the maintenance schedule?
• The wheel nuts should not be loose.
Windshield wipers/rear
window wiper
• The wiper blades should not show any signs
of cracking, splitting, wear, contamination or
deformation.
• The wiper blades should clear the windshield/ rear window without streaking or skipping.
WARNING
■ If the engine is running
Turn the engine off and ensure that there is adequate ventilation before per-
forming maintenance checks.

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5717-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
■Situations in which the tire pressure warning system may not oper-
ate properly (if equipped)
●In the following cases, the tire pressure warning system may not operate
properly.
• If non-genuine Toyota wheels are used.
• A tire has been replaced with a tire that is not an OE (Original Equip- ment) tire.
• A tire has been replaced with a tire that is not of the specified size.
• Tire chains etc. are equipped.
• Lock nuts are equipped.
• An auxiliary-supported run- flat tire is equipped.
• If a window tint that affects the radio wave signals is installed.
• If there is a lot of snow or ice on the vehicle, particularly around the
wheels or wheel housings.
• If the tire inflation pressure is extremely higher than the specified level.
• If the spare tire is in a location subject to poor radio wave signal reception.
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• If a large metallic object which ca n interfere with signal reception is
put in the luggage compartment.
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: Vehicles with full-si ze spare tire only
●Performance may be affected in the following situations.
• Near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station, radio station, large
display, 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 vehicle is parked, the time taken for the warning to start or go
off could be extended.
●When tire inflation pressure declines rapidly for example when a tire has
burst, the warning may not function.

6218-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
■If the tire pressure warning system is not functioning
The tire pressure warning system will be disabled in the following condi-
tions:
(When the condition becomes normal, the system will work properly.)
●If tires not equipped with tire pressure warning valves and transmitters
are used
●If the ID code on the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters is not
registered in the tire pressure warning computer
●If the tire inflation pressure is 70 psi (480 kPa, 4.9 kgf/cm2 or bar) or
higher
The tire pressure warning system may be disabled in the following condi-
tions:
(When the condition be comes normal, the system will work properly.)
●If electronic devices or facilities using similar radio wave frequencies are
nearby
●If a radio set at a similar frequency is in use in the vehicle
●If a window tint that affects the radio wave signals is installed
●If there is a lot of snow or ice on the vehicle, particularly around the
wheels or wheel housings
●If non-genuine Toyota wheels are used (Even if you use Toyota wheels,
the tire pressure warning system may not work properly with some types
of tires.)
●If tire chains are used
●If the spare tire is in a location subject to poor radio wave signal reception.*
●If a large metallic object which can interfere with signal reception is put
in the luggage compartment.
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: Vehicles with full-size spare tire only
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If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking
for 1 minute (vehicles with the tire pressure warning system)
If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking for 1
minute when the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position (vehicles
without smart key system) or IGNITI ON ON mode (vehicles with smart
key system), have it checked by your Toyota dealer.

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6879-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
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
pressureThe maximum cold inflated pressure to which
a tire may be inflated, shown on the sidewall
of the tire
Recommended infla-
tion pressureCold tire inflation pressure recommended by a
manufacturer
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of those stan-
dard items which may be replaced) of auto-
matic transmission, power steering, power
brakes, power windows, power seats, radio
and heater, to the extent that these items are
available 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
weight150 lb. (68 kg) times the number of occupants
specified in the second column of Table 1
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that follows
Occupant distributionDistribution of occupants in a vehicle as speci-
fied in the third column of Table 1
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722What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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●Is the window lock switch pressed?
The power window except for the one at the driver’s seat cannot be oper-
ated if the window lock switch is pressed. (→P. 156)
●The auto power off function will be operated if the vehicle is left in ACCES-
SORY or IGNITION ON mode (the engine is not running) for a period of
time. ( →P. 200)
●The seat belt reminder light is flashing
Are the driver and the front passenger wearing the seat belts? ( →P. 616)
●The brake system warning light is on
Is the parking brake released? (→P. 212)
Depending on the situation, other types of warning buzzer may also sound.
( →P. 615, 625)
●Is the message displayed on the multi-information display?
Check the message on the multi-information display. ( →P. 636)
●When a warning light turns on or a warning message is displayed, refer to
P. 615, 625.
The windows do not open or close by operating the power
window switches
The engine switch is turned off automatically
(vehicles with smart key system)
A warning buzzer sounds during driving
A warning buzzer sounds when leaving the vehicle
(vehicles with smart key system)
A warning light turns on or a warning message is displayed

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Cargo capacity ......................... 668
Cargo hooks............................. 508
Catch protection function ....... 157
CD player .......................... 336, 409
Chains....................................... 314
Child restraint system ............... 57Booster seats, definition ......... 57
Booster seats, installation ....... 67
Convertible seats, definition ............................... 57
Convertible seats,
installation ............................ 64
Front passenger occupant classification syst em............. 49
Infant seats, definition ............. 57
Infant seats, installation .......... 64
Installing CRS with LATCH system ..................... 62
Installing CRS with seat belts ...................................... 64
Installing CRS with top tether strap ........................... 69
Child safety ................................ 56
Airbag precautions .................. 39
Back door precautions .......... 123
Battery precautions ....... 563, 661
Child restraint system ............. 57
How your child should wear the seat belt ................. 32
Installing child restraints ......... 61
Moon roof precautions .......... 163
Power window lock switch .... 156
Power window
precautions ......................... 159
Rear door child-protectors .... 110
Removed key battery precautions ......................... 587
Seat belt extender precautions ........................... 35
Seat belt precautions .............. 33
Seat heater precautions........ 499 Child-protectors ...................... 110
Cleaning ........................... 536, 539
Aluminum wheels ................. 537
Exterior ................................. 536
Interior .................................. 539
Radar sensor ................ 234, 300
Seat belts.............................. 540
Clock......................................... 398
Coat hooks ............................... 521
Compass .................................. 530
Condenser................................ 560
Console box ............................. 505
Coolant ..................................... 558 Capacity................................ 672
Checking............................... 558
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 314
Cooling system Engine overheating............... 662
Cruise control
Cruise control ....................... 273
Dynamic radar cruise control ................................ 261
Warning message................. 630
Cup holders ............................. 506
Curtain shield airbags............... 36
Customizable features ............ 693
Daytime running light system.................................... 215
Defogger Outside rear view
mirrors ........................ 486, 493
Rear window ................. 486, 493
Windshield ............................ 485
Differential................................ 673
Dimension ................................ 668
Dinghy towing.......................... 195
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I/M test ...................................... 548
Identification ............................ 669Engine................................... 670
Vehicle .................................. 669
Ignition switch
(engine switch) .............. 196, 198
Ignition switch light (engine switch light) ............. 501
Illuminated entry system ........ 503
Immobilizer system ................... 73
Indicators ................................... 78
Initialization Items to initialize ................... 704
Maintenance ......................... 543
Moon roof.............................. 162
Power back door ................... 121
Tire pressure warning system ......... ....................... 567
Inside rear view mirror ............ 151
Instrument panel light control ...................................... 86
Interior lights............................ 501 Switch ................................... 502
Wattage ................................ 676
Intuitive parking assist............ 277
Jack Positioning a floor jack .......... 553
Vehicle-equipped jack ..................................... 642
Jack handle ...................... 642, 647
Jam protection function Moon roof.............................. 161
Power back door opener and closer ........................... 121
Power windows ..................... 157 Keyless entry ..................... 99, 130
Smart key system ................. 130
Wireless remote control .......... 99
Keys ............................................ 98 Battery-saving function ......... 131
Electronic key ......................... 98
Engine switch ............... 196, 198
If the electronic key does
not operate properly ........... 656
If you lose your keys ............. 100
Key number plate ................... 98
Keyless entry .................. 99, 130
Keys........................................ 98
Replacing the battery............ 585
Warning buzzer .................... 131
Wireless remote control key........................................ 99
LATCH system ........................... 62
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) ........... 253
Lever
Auxiliary catch lever.............. 551
Hood lock release lever ........ 551
Shift lever.............................. 203
Turn signal lever ................... 211
Wiper lever ........................... 222
License plate lights ................. 213 Light switch ........................... 213
Replacing light bulbs ............ 600
Wattage ................................ 676
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Paddle shift switches ...... 206, 207
Panoramic view monitor
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Parking assist sensors (intuitive parking assist) ....... 277
Parking brake ........................... 212
Operation .............................. 212
Parking brake engaged warning buzzer ................... 615
Parking brake engaged warning message ............... 628
Parking lights ........................... 213
Light switch ........................... 213
Replacing light bulbs............. 593
Wattage ................................ 676
PCS (Pre-Collision System) .... 239 Enabling/disabling the system ......... ....................... 243
Function ................................ 239
Warning light ......................... 617
Warning message ................. 631
Personal lights ......................... 501 Switch ................................... 502
Wattage ................................ 676
Power back door opener and closer .............................. 113
Power outlet ............................. 520
Power steering (Electric Power Steering system) ....... 308 Warning light ......................... 616
Power windows........................ 156
Catch protection function ...... 157
Jam protection function......... 157
Operation .............................. 156
Window lock switch............... 156
Pre-Collision System (PCS) ...................................... 239
Enabling/disabling the system ......... ....................... 243
Function ................................ 239
Warning light ......................... 617
Warning message ................. 631 Radar cruise control
(dynamic radar cruise
control)................................... 261
Radiator .................................... 560
Radio ................................ 334, 407
Radio Broadcast Data System (RBDS)
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Rear passengers’ seat belt reminder lights ...................... 616
Rear seat .................................. 141 Adjustment............................ 141
Folding down the rear
seatbacks ........................... 142
Rear side marker lights........... 213
Light switch ........................... 213
Replacing light bulbs ............ 597
Wattage ................................ 676
Rear turn signal lights ............ 211 Replacing light bulbs ............ 597
Turn signal lever ................... 211
Wattage ................................ 676
Rear view mirror Inside rear view mirror .......... 151
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 153
Rear view monitor system ...... 286
Rear window defogger .... 486, 493
Rear window wiper .................. 226
Refueling .................................. 229 Capacity................................ 670
Fuel types ............................. 670
Opening the fuel tank cap..... 231
Replacing Electronic key battery ........... 585
Fuses .................................... 588
Light bulbs ............................ 591
Tires...................................... 641
Wireless remote control
battery ................................ 585
Reporting safety defects
for U.S. owners...................... 706
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