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SIENNA_OM_OM08007U_(U)Windshield wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 253
Precautions against winter season  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 317
To prevent freezing (windshield wiper de-icer)
*. . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 416
Precautions against car wash  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 470
Fuel filler door  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 259
Refueling method. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 259
Fuel type/fuel tank capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 602
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 496
Tire size/inflation pressure  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 606
Winter tires/tire chain  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 317
Checking/rotation/tire pressure warning system . . . . . . . . . P. 496
Coping with flat tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 570, 572
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 483
Opening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 483
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 602
Coping with overheat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 594
Warning messages  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 556
Headlights/parking lights/ daytime running lights
*. . . . . . .  P. 242
Side marker lights  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 242
Fog lights
* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 252
Turn signal lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 240
Stop/tail lights  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 242
License plate lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 242
Back-up lights
Shifting the shift lever to R . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 233
5
6
7
8
Light bulbs of the exterior lights for driving
(Replacing method: P. 517, Watts: P. 608)
*: If equipped
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WARNING
●In  low  temperatures,  the  screen  may  darken  or  the  image  may  become
faint.  The  image  could  distort  when  the  vehicle  is  moving,  or  you  may
become  unable  to  see  the  image  on  the  screen.  Be  sure  to  check  direct
visually and with the mirrors all around the vehicle before proceeding.
● If  the  tire  sizes  are  changed,  the  position  of  the  fixation  guide  lines  dis-
played on the screen may change.
● The  camera  uses  a  special  lens.  The  distances  between  objects  and
pedestrians  that  appear  in  the  image  displayed  on  the  screen  will  differ
from the actual distances. ( P. 290)
NOTICE
■How to use the camera
●The  rear  view  monitor  system  may  not  operate  properly  in  the  following
cases.
• If  the  back  of  the  vehicle  is  hit,  the  position  and  mounting  angle  of  the
camera may change.
• As the camera has a water proof construction, do not detach, disassem- ble or modify it. This may cause incorrect operation.
• When cleaning the camera lens, flush the camera with a large quantity of water and wipe it with a soft and wet cloth. Strongly rubbing the cam-
era  lens  may  cause  the  camera  lens  to  be  scratched  and  unable  to
transmit a clear image.
• Do not allow organic solvent, car wax, window cleaner or glass coat to adhere to the camera. If this happens, wipe it off as soon as possible.
• If  the  temperature  changes  rapidly,  such  as  when  hot  water  is  poured on the vehicle in cold weather, the system may not operate normally.
• When washing the vehicle, do not apply intensive bursts of water to the
camera  or  camera  area.  Doing  so  may  result  in  the  camera  malfunc-
tioning.
● Do not expose the camera to strong impact as this could cause a malfunc-
tion.  If  this happens,  have  the vehicle  inspected by  your  Toyota  dealer  as
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Driving
WARNING
■TRAC may not operat e effectively when
Directional  control  and  power  may  not  be  achievable  while  driving  on  slip-
pery road surfaces, even if the TRAC system is operating.
Drive  the  vehicle  carefully  in  conditions  where  stability  and  power  may  be
lost.
■ Hill-start assist control (vehicles with a hill-start assist control system)
●Do  not  overly  rely  on  hill-start  assist  control.  Hill-start  assist  control  may
not operate effectively on steep inclines and roads covered with ice.
● Unlike the parking brake, hill-start assist control is not intended to hold the
vehicle  stationary  for  an  extended  period  of  time.  Do  not  attempt  to  use
hill-start  assist  control  to  hold  the  vehicle  on  an  incline,  as  doing  so  may
lead to an accident.
■ When the VSC is activated
The slip indicator light flashes. Always drive carefully. Reckless driving may
cause an accident. Exercise particular care when the indicator light flashes.
■ When the TRAC/VSC syst ems are turned off
Be  especially  careful  and  drive  at  a  speed  appropriate  to  the  road  condi-
tions.  As  these  are  the  systems  to  help  ensure  vehicle  stability  and  driving
force, do not turn the TRAC/VSC systems off unless necessary.
■
Replacing tires
Make  sure  that  all  tires  are  of  the  specified  size,  brand,  tread  pattern
and total load capacity. In addition, make sure that the tires are inflated
to the recommended tire inflation pressure level.
The ABS, TRAC and VSC systems will not  function correctly if different
tires are installed on the vehicle.
Contact  your  Toyota  dealer  for  further  information  when  replacing  tires
or wheels.
■Handling of tires and suspension
Using  tires  with  any  kind  of  problem  or  modifying  the  suspension  will
affect the driving assist systems,  and may cause the system to malfunc-
tion.
■ Active Torque Control 4WD system (AWD models only)
●The  AWD  system  of  this  vehicle  is  intended  to  ensure  driving  stability  on
normal  roads.  It  is  not  designed  for  use  in  demanding  situations  such  as
rally driving.
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Driving
Winter driving tips
●Use  fluids  that  are  appropriate  to  the  prevailing  outside  tempera-
tures.
• Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
● Have a service technician ins pect the condition of the battery.
● Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set of tire
chains for the front tires.
Ensure  that  all  tires  are  the  same  size  and  brand,  and  that  chains  match
the size of the tires.
Perform the following accordin g 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,  ve hicle’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.
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Accelerate the vehicle slowly, keep a safe distance between you and
the vehicle ahead, and drive at a reduced speed suitable to road con-
ditions.
●Park  the  vehicle  and  move  the  shift  lever  to  P  without  setting  the
parking brake. The parking brake may freeze up, preventing it from
being  released.  If  the  vehicle  is  parked  without  setting  the  parking
brake, make sure block the wheels.
Failure to do so may be dangerous  because it may cause the vehi-
cle to move unexpectedly, pos sibly leading to an accident.
● If  the  vehicle  is  parked  without  setting  the  parking  brake,  confirm
that the shift lever cannot be moved out of P
*.
*: The  shift  lever  will  be  locked  if  it  is  attempted  to  be  shifted  from  P  to  any
other position without depressing the brake pedal. If the shift lever can be
shifted from P, there may be a problem with the shift lock system. Have the
vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
Use the tire chains of correct size and type.
Use  SAE  Class  “S”  type  radial  tire  chains,  with  the  exception  of  radial
cable chains or V-bar type chains.
Regulations  regarding  the  use  of  tire  chains  vary  depending  on  loca-
tion and type of road. Al ways check local regulations before installing
chains.
■ Tire chain installation
Observe the following precautions when installing and removing chains.
●Install and remove tire chains in a safe location.
● Install tire chains on the front tires only. Do not install tire chains on the rear
tires.
● Install tire chains on front tires as tightly as possible. Retighten chains after
driving 1/4 - 1/2 mile (0.5 - 1.0 km).
● Install tire chains following the instructions provided with the tire chains.
When driving the vehicle
When parking the vehicle
Selecting tire chains
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Driving
WARNING
■Driving with snow tires
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents.
Failing  to  do  so  may  result  in  a  loss  of  vehicle  control  and  cause  death  or
serious injury.
●Use tires of the specified size.
● Maintain the recommended level of air pressure.
● Do  not  drive  in  excess  of  75  mph  (120  km/h),  regardless  of  the  type  of
snow tires being used.
● Use snow tires on all, not just some wheels.
■ Driving with tire chains
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents.
Failing  to  do  so  may  result  in  the  vehicle  being  unable  to  be  driven  safely,
and may cause death or serious injury.
●Do not drive in excess of the speed limit specified for the tire chains being
used or 30 mph (50 km/h), whichever is lower.
● Avoid driving on bumpy road surfaces or over potholes.
● Avoid  sudden  acceleration,  abrupt  steering,  sudden  braking  and  shifting
operations that cause sudden engine braking.
● Slow down sufficiently before entering a curve to ensure that vehicle con-
trol is maintained.
NOTICE
■Repairing or replacing snow tires
Request  repairs  or  replacement  of  snow   tires  from  Toyota  dealers  or  legiti-
mate tire retailers.
This is because the removal and attachment of snow tires affects the opera-
tion of the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters.
■ Fitting tire chains
The tire pressure warning valves and transmitters may not function correctly
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Maintenance and care
Your vehicle is equipped with a tire pressure warning system that uses
tire  pressure  warning  valves  and  tr ansmitters  to  detect  low  tire  infla-
tion pressure before serious problems arise. ( P. 547)
Vehicles  with  compact  spare  tire :  The  compact  spare  tire  is  not
equipped with the tire pressure warning valve and transmitters.
◆Installing tire pressure warning valves and transmitters
When  replacing  tires  or  wheels,  tire  pressure  warning  valves  and
transmitters must also be installed.
When  new  tire  pressure  warning  valves  and  transmitters  are
installed,  new  ID  codes  must  be  registered  in  the  tire  pressure
warning  computer  and  the  tire  pr essure  warning  system  must  be
initialized.  Have  tire  pressure  warning  valve  and  transmitter  ID
codes registered by your Toyota dealer. ( P. 498)
◆Initializing the tire pressure warning system
When  the  tire  size  is  changed,  the  tire  pressure  warning  system
must be initialized.
When the tire pressure warning system is initialized,  the current tire
inflation pressure is set as the benchmark pressure.
■How to initialize the tire pressure warning system
Park the vehicle in a safe place and turn the engine switch off.
Initialization cannot  be performed while the vehicle is moving.
Adjust the tire inflation pressure to  the specified cold tire inflation
pressure level. ( P. 606)
Make  sure  to  adjust  the  tire  pressu re  to  the  specified  cold  tire infla-
tion  pressure  level.  The  tire  pressure  warning  system  will  operate
based on this pressure level.
Turn  the  engine  switch  to  the  “ON”  position  (vehicles  without  a
smart key system) or IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with a smart
key system).
Tire pressure warning system
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Maintenance and care
■When to replace your vehicle’s tires
Tires should be replaced if:
●The treadwear indicators are showing on a tire.
●You  have  tire  damage  such  as  cuts,  splits,  cracks  deep  enough  to
expose the fabric, and bulges indicating internal damage
●A tire goes flat repeatedly or cannot be properly repaired due to the size
or location of a cut or other damage
If you are not sure, consult with your Toyota dealer.
■Replacing tires and wheels
If the ID code of the tire pressure warning valve and transmitter is not reg-
istered, the tire  pressure warning system will not work properly. After driv-
ing  for  about  20  minutes,  the  tire  pressure  warning  light  blinks  for
1 minute and stays on to indicate a system malfunction.
■Tire life
Any tire over 6 years old must be checked by a qualified technician even
if it has seldom or never been used or damage is not obvious.
■Routine tire inflation pressure checks
The  tire  pressure  warning  system  does  not  replace  routine  tire  inflation
pressure  checks.  Make  sure  to  check  tire  inflation  pressure  as  part  of
your routine of daily vehicle checks.
■Maximum load of tire
Check that the number given by dividing the maximum load by 1.10 of the
replacement  tire  is  greater  than  1/ 2  of  the  Gross  Axle  Weight  Ratings
(GAWR) of either the front axle or the rear axle, whichever is greater.
For  the  GAWR,  see  the  Certification
Label. For the maximum load of the tire,
see  the  load  limit  at  maximum  cold  tire
inflation  pressure  mentioned  on  the
sidewall of the tire. ( P. 612)