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2-8. Driving Tips
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Before Driving
Winter Driving
Carry emergency gear, including tire chains, window scraper, flares, a
small shovel, jumper cables, a nd a small bag of sand or salt.
Ask your Toyota dealer to check the following: • Have the proper ratio of antifreeze in the radiator. Refer to Engine Coolant on P. 425.
• Inspect the battery and its cables . Cold reduces battery capacity.
• Use an engine oil appropriate for the lowest ambient temperatures that the vehicle will be driven in ( →P. 422).
• Inspect the ignition sy stem for damage and loose connections.
• Use washer fluid made with antifreeze ⎯but do not use engine cool-
ant antifreeze for washer fluid ( →P. 429).
●Do not use the parking brake in freezing weather as it may freeze. Instead,
shift to 1 or R with a manual transaxle and to P with an automatic transaxle.
Block the rear wheels.
● Remove snow before driving. Snow left on the windshield is dangerous as it
could obstruct vision.
● Do not apply excessive force to a window scraper when removing ice or fro-
zen snow on the mirror glass and windshield.
● Never use warm or hot water for removing snow or ice from windows and
mirrors as it could result in the glass cracking.
● Drive slowly. Braking performance can be adversely affected if snow or ice
adheres to the brake components. If this situation occurs, drive the vehicle
slowly, releasing the accelerator pedal and lightly applying the brakes sev-
eral times until the brake performance returns to normal.
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When Driving
These lights turn on or flash to notify the user of the system operation
status or a system malfunction.
*1: The light turns on when the ignition is switched on for an operation chec\
k, and turns off a few seconds later or when the engine is started. If the light
does not turn on or remains turned on, have the vehicle inspected at your
Toyota dealer.
*2: The light turns on continuously when the parking brake is applied.
Warning Lights
*1Master Warning Light
(→P. 501)*1Air Bag/Front Seat Belt
Pretensioner System
Warning Light ( →P. 501)
*1, 2Brake System Warning
Light (→P. 501) Low Fuel Warning Light
(
→P. 501)
*1ABS Warning
Light ( →P. 501)*1Check Fuel Cap
Warning Light ( →P. 501)
*1Charging System
Warning Light (→P. 501) Seat Belt Warning Light
(Front seat) (
→P. 501)
*1Engine Oil Warning
Light (→P. 501) Door-Ajar Warning Light
(
→P. 501)
*1Check Engine Light
(→P. 501)
(If equipped)
Low Washer Fluid Level
Warning Light ( →P. 501)
*1
(Red)
High Engine Coolant
Temperature Warning
Light (→P. 501)*1
(If equipped)
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System Warning Light
(→P. 501)
*1
(If equipped)
Automatic Transaxle
Warning Light ( →P. 501)*1
(Red)
KEY Warning Light
(→P. 501)
*1Power Steering
Malfunction Indicator
Light ( →P. 501)
(Amber)
(If equipped)
Smart City Brake
Support (SCBS)
Warning Light ( →P. 501)
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Be sure the vehicle is on a level surface.
Warm up the engine to normal operating temperature.
Turn it off and wait at least 5 minutes for the oil to return to the oil
pan.
Pull out the dipstick, wipe it
clean, and reinsert it fully.Full
OK
Low
Pull it out again and examine the leve l. The level is normal if it is
between Low and Full.
If it is near or below Low, add enough oil to bring the level to Full.
Make sure the O-ring on the dipstick is positioned properly before
reinserting the dipstick.
Reinsert the dipstick fully.
Inspecting Engine Oil Level
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NOTICE
Do not overfill the engine oil. This may cause engine damage.
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Maintenance and Care
• When cleaning the plastic lenses of the lights, do not use gasoline,
kerosene, rectified spirit , paint, thinner, highly acidic detergents, or
strongly alkaline detergents. Otherwise, these chemical agents can
discolor or damage the surfaces resulting in a significant loss in
functionality. If plastic parts beco me inadvertently exposed to any of
these chemical age nts, flush with water immediately.
• If plastic parts such as the bu mpers become inadvertently exposed
to chemical agents or fluids such as gasoline, oil, engine coolant, or
battery fluid, it could cause discoloration, stai ning, or paint peeling.
Wipe off any such chemical agents or fluids using a soft cloth imme-
diately.
• High water temperature and high water pressure car washers are available depending on the type of high pressure car washer
device. If the car washer nozzle is put too close to the vehicle or
aimed at one area for an extended period of time, it could deform
plastic parts or damage the paint.
• Do not use wax containing compounds (polish). Otherwise, it could
result in paint damage.
• In addition, do not use an electrical or air tool to apply wax. Other- wise, the frictional heat generat ed could result in deformation of
plastic parts or paint damage.
NOTICE
● Do not use any detergent other than mild detergent. Before using any
detergent, verify the ingredients.
Otherwise, the product could discolor or stain the aluminum wheels.
● Do not use a wire brush or any abrasive cleaner, polishing compound, or
solvent on aluminum wheels. They may damage the coating.
● Always use a sponge or soft cloth to clean the wheels.
Rinse the wheels thoroughly with lukewarm or cold water. Also, be sure to
clean the wheels after driving on dusty or salted roads to help prevent cor-
rosion.
● Avoid washing your vehicle in an automatic car wash that uses high-speed
or hard brushes.
Plastic Part Maintenance
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■Leather
●Because genuine leather is a natural material, its surface is not uniform and
it may have natural scars, scratches, and wrinkles.
● To maintain the quality for as long as possible, periodical maintenance,
about twice a year, is recommended.
NOTICE
■Leather
● Sand and dust on the seat surface may damage the overcoat of the genu-
ine leather surfaces and accelerate wear.
● Greasy soiling on genuine leather may cause molding and stains.
● Rubbing hard with a stiff brush or cloth may cause damage.
● Do not wipe the leather using alcohol, chlorine bleach, or organic solvents
such as thinner, benzene, or gasoline. Otherwise, it may cause discolor-
ation or stains.
● If the seats get wet, promptly remove moisture with a dry cloth. Remaining
moisture on the surface may cause deterioration such as hardening and
shrinkage.
● Exposure to direct sunlight for long periods may cause deterioration and
shrinkage. When parking the car under direct sunlight for long periods,
shade the interior using sunshades.
● Do not leave vinyl products on the seats for long periods as they may
affect the leather quality and coloring. If the cabin temperature becomes
hot, the vinyl may deteriorate and adhere to the genuine leather.
■ Fabric
Use only recommended cleaners and procedures. Others may affect
appearance and fire-resistance.
■ Panel
● Do not wipe leather parts using alcohol, chlorine bleach, or organic sol-
vents such as thinner, benzene, or gasoline. Otherwise, it may cause dis-
coloration or stains.
● Scratches or nicks on the panels and metallic trim resulting from the use of
a hard brush or cloth may not be repairable.
● Be particularly careful when cleaning high lustre panels and metallic trim
as they can be easily scratched.
5026-7. Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
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Charging System Warning LightIf the warning light illuminates while driving, it indicates a
malfunction of the alternator or of the charging system.
Drive to the side of the road and park off the right-of-way.
Consult your Toyota dealer.
Engine Oil Warning LightThis warning light indicates low engine oil pressure.
If the light illuminates or the warning indication is dis-
played while driving:
Drive to the side of the road and park off the right-of-
way on level ground.
Turn off the engine and wait 5 minutes for the oil to
drain back into the oil pan.
Inspect the engine oil level P. 424. If it’s low, add the
appropriate amount of engine oil while being careful
not to overfill.
Start the engine and check the warning light.
If the light remains illuminated even though the oil level is
normal or after adding oil, stop the engine immediately
and have your vehicle towed to your Toyota dealer.
(Red)
High Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light The light flashes when the engine coolant temperature is
extremely high, and illuminates when the engine coolant
temperature increases further.
Handling Procedure:
• Flashing lightDrive slowly to reduce engine load until you can find a
safe place to stop the vehicle and wait for the engine to
cool down.
• Illuminated light This indicates the possibility of overheating. Park the
vehicle in a safe place immediately and stop the engine.
Refer to Overheating P. 496.
Power Steering Malfunction Indicator Light
The light illuminates/flashes if the electric power steering
has a malfunction.
If the light illuminates/flashes, stop the vehicle in a safe
place and do not operate the steering wheel. There is no
problem if the light turns off after a while. Contact your
Toyota dealer if the light illuminates/flashes continuously.
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5036-7. Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
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If Trouble Arises
■Power Steering Malfunction Indicator Light
●If the indicator light illuminates/flashes, the power steering will not operate
normally. If this happens, the steering wheel can still be operated, however,
the operation may feel heavy compared to normal, or the steering wheel
could vibrate when turning.
● Repeatedly jerking the steering wheel left and right while the vehicle is
stopped or moving extremely slowly will cause the power steering system to
go into protective mode which will make the steering feel heavy, but this
does not indicate a problem. If this occurs, park the vehicle safely and wait
several minutes for the system to return to normal.
WARNING
■Do not drive with the brake system warning light illuminated. Contact
your Toyota dealer to have the brakes inspected as soon as possible
Driving with the brake system warning light illuminated is dangerous. It indi-
cates that your brakes may not work at all or that they could completely fail
at any time. If this light remains illuminated, after checking that the parking
brake is fully released, have the brakes inspected immediately.
In addition, the effectiveness of the braking may diminish so you may need
to depress the brake pedal more strongly than normal to stop the vehicle.
■ Do not drive with both the ABS warning light and brake warning light
illuminated. Have the vehicle towed to your Toyota dealer to have the
brakes inspected as soon as possible
Driving when the brake system warning light and ABS warning light are illu-
minated simultaneously is dangerous.
When both lights are illuminated, the rear wheels could lock more quickly in
an emergency stop than under normal circumstances.
NOTICE
■Charging System Warning Light
Do not continue driving when the charging system warning light is illumi-
nated because the engine could stop unexpectedly.
■ Engine Oil Warning Light
● Do not run the engine if the oil pressure is low. Otherwise, it could result in
extensive engine damage.
● Do not run the engine if the oil level is low. Otherwise, it could result in
extensive engine damage.
■ High Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
Do not drive the vehicle with the high engine coolant temperature warning
light illuminated. Otherwise, it could result in damage to the engine.
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Exhaust Gas ............................. 109
Exterior Care ............................ 462Aluminum Wheel Maintenance ....................... 468
Bright-Metal Maintenance ..... 467
Maintaining the Finish ........... 464
Plastic Part Maintenance ...... 469
Flasher Hazard warning..................... 186
Headlights ............................. 175
Flat Tire..................................... 477 Mounting the Spare Tire ....... 487
Removing a Flat Tire ............ 483
Floor Mat .................................. 129
Fluid Brake/Clutch ......................... 428
Washer ................................. 429
Fluids
Classification......................... 555
Fog Lights ................................ 179
Foot Brake ................................ 187
Front Seat ................................... 21
Fuel Filler lid and cap.................... 110
Gauge ................................... 151
Requirements ....................... 107
Tank capacity........................ 555
Fuel Consumption Display ..... 200
Fuel Economy Monitor ............ 199
Ending display ...................... 200
Fuel consumption display ..... 200
Fuses ........................................ 455 Panel description .................. 458
Replacement......................... 455
Gauges ..................................... 148
Glove Compartment ................ 408 Hazard Warning Flasher ......... 186
Hazardous Driving................... 128
Head Restraint ........................... 27
Headlights
Coming home light................ 177
Control .................................. 175
Flashing ................................ 176
High-low beam...................... 176
Leaving home light ............... 177
Hill Launch Assist (HLA) ........ 191
Hood Release........................... 419
Horn .......................................... 112
If a Warning Light Turns On or Flashes ........................ 501
Ignition
Switch ................................... 140
Ignition not switched off (STOP) warning beep............ 515
Illuminated Entry System ....... 402
Immobilizer System................. 121
Indicator Lights ....................... 158 Low engine coolant temperature ........................ 159
Wrench ................................. 159
Inside Trunk Release Lever .... 105
Inspecting Brake/Clutch
Fluid Level ............................. 428
Inspecting Coolant Level ........ 425
Inspecting Engine Oil Level ... 424
Inspecting Washer Fluid Level ....................................... 429
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