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7-2. Steps to take in
an emergency
If your vehicle needs to
be towed ......................... 489
If you think something is
wrong .............................. 495
Fuel pump shut off
system............................. 496
If a warning light turns
on or a warning buzzer
sounds ............................ 497
If a warning message is
displayed ......................... 507
If you have a flat tire .......... 512
If the engine will
not start ........................... 524
If the electronic key does
not operate properly ........ 526
If the vehicle battery is
discharged ...................... 529
If your vehicle
overheats ........................ 534
If the vehicle becomes
stuck................................ 5378-1. Specifications
Maintenance data
(fuel, oil level, etc.) .......... 540
Fuel information ................. 551
Tire information.................. 554
8-2. Customization
Customizable features ....... 567
8-3. Items to initialize
Items to initialize ................ 575
Reporting safety defects
for U.S. owners ........................ 578
Seat belt instructions
for Canadian owners
(in French)................................ 579
SRS airbag instructions
for Canadian owners
(in French)................................ 581
What to do if...
(Troubleshooting) ..................... 592
Alphabetical index ...................... 5968Vehicle specifications
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Index
For information regarding the equipment listed below, refer to “NAV-
IGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
• Navigation system
• Audio system
• Rear view monitor system• Toyota parking assist monitor
• Panoramic view monitor
• Toyota Entune

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Maintenance and care
General maintenance
Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be
performed at the intervals specified in the “Owner’s Warranty
Information Booklet” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement/Sched-
uled Maintenance Guide”. It is recommended that any problem
you notice should be brought to the attention of your Toyota
dealer or qualified service shop for advice.
Engine compartment
ItemsCheck points
BatteryCheck the connections. (→P. 440)
Brake fluidIs the brake fluid at the correct
level? (→P. 439)
Engine coolantIs the engine coolant at the correct
level? (→P. 437)
Engine oilIs the engine oil at the correct level?
(→P. 434)
Exhaust systemThere should not be any fumes or
strange sounds.
Radiator/condenser
The radiator and condenser should
be free from foreign objects.
(→P. 438)
Washer fluidIs there sufficient washer fluid?
(→P. 443)

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Do-it-yourself service precautions
If you perform maintenance by yourself, be sure to follow the
correct procedure as given in these sections.
ItemsParts and tools
Battery condition
(→P. 440)• Warm water• Baking soda• Grease
• Conventional wrench (for terminal clamp bolts)
• Distilled water (batteries with vent plugs only)
Brake fluid level
(→P. 439)• FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703 brake fluid
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding brake fluid)
Engine coolant
level (→P. 437)
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or a similar high
quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-
amine, non-nitrite and non-borate coolant with long-
life hybrid organic acid technology
U.S.A.:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is pre-mixed with
50% coolant and 50% deionized water.
Canada:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is pre-mixed with
55% coolant and 45% deionized water.
• Funnel (used only for adding engine coolant)
Engine oil level
(→P. 434)• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding engine oil)
Fuses (→P. 470)• Fuse with same amperage rating as original
Light bulbs
(→P. 473)• Bulb with same number and wattage rating as origi-
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• Flathead screwdriver• Wrench
Radiator/con-
denser (
→P. 438)⎯
Tire inflation
pressure
(→P. 459)• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Washer fluid
(→P. 443)• Water or washer fluid containing antifreeze (for win-
ter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding water or washer fluid)

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2.5 L 4-cylinder (A25A-FKS) engine
Engine compartment
Fuse boxes (if equipped)
(→P. 470)
Engine oil filler cap (→P. 435)
Engine oil level dipstick
(→P. 434)
Brake fluid reservoir
(→P. 439)Battery (→P. 440)
Radiator (→P. 438)
Electric cooling fan
Condenser (→P. 438)
Engine coolant reservoir
(→P. 437)
Washer fluid tank (→P. 443)1
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Maintenance and care
3.5 L V6 (2GR-FKS) engine
Fuse boxes (if equipped)
(→P. 470)
Engine oil filler cap (→P. 435)
Engine oil level dipstick
(→P. 434)
Brake fluid reservoir
(→P. 439)
Battery (→P. 440)Radiator (→P. 438)
Electric cooling fan
Condenser (→P. 438)
Engine coolant reservoir
(→P. 437)
Washer fluid tank (→P. 443)1
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With the engine at operating temperature and turned off, check the oil
level on the dipstick.
■Checking the engine oil
Park the vehicle on level ground. After warming up the engine
and turning it off, wait more than 5 minutes for the oil to drain
back into the bottom of the engine.
Holding a rag under the end, pull the dipstick out.
Wipe the dipstick clean.
Reinsert the dipstick fully.
Holding a rag under the end,
pull the dipstick out and
check the oil level.
Low
Normal
Excessive
The shape of the dipstick may
differ depending on the type of
vehicle or engine.
Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it fully.
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Maintenance and care
■Adding engine oil
If the oil level is below or near
the low level mark, add engine
oil of the same type as that
already in the engine.
Make sure to check the oil type and prepare the items needed
before adding oil.
Remove the oil filler cap by turning it counterclockwise.
Add engine oil slowly, checking the dipstick.
Install the oil filler cap by turning it clockwise.
■Engine oil consumption
A certain amount of engine oil will be consumed while driving. In the following
situations, oil consumption may increase, and engine oil may need to be
refilled in between oil maintenance intervals.
●When the engine is new, for example directly after purchasing the vehicle or
after replacing the engine
●If low quality oil or oil of an inappropriate viscosity is used
●When driving at high engine speeds or with a heavy load, or when driving
while accelerating or decelerating frequently
●When leaving the engine idling for a long time, or when driving frequently
through heavy traffic
Engine oil selection→P. 543
Oil quantity
(Low → Full)
2.5 L 4-cylinder (A25A-FKS) engine
1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 Imp. qt.)
3.5 L V6 (2GR-FKS) engine
1.9 qt. (1.8 L, 1.6 lmp. qt.)
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WARNING
■Used engine oil
●Used engine oil contains potentially harmful contaminants which may
cause skin disorders such as inflammation and skin cancer, so care
should be taken to avoid prolonged and repeated contact. To remove used
engine oil from your skin, wash thoroughly with soap and water.
●Dispose of used oil and filters only in a safe and acceptable manner. Do
not dispose of used oil and filters in household trash, in sewers or onto the
ground.
Call your Toyota dealer, service station or auto parts store for information
concerning recycling or disposal.
●Do not leave used engine oil within the reach of children.
NOTICE
■To prevent serious engine damage
Check the oil level on a regular basis.
■When replacing the engine oil
●Be careful not to spill engine oil on the vehicle components.
●Avoid overfilling, or the engine could be damaged.
●Check the oil level on the dipstick every time you refill the vehicle.
●Be sure the engine oil filler cap is properly tightened.
■If oil is spilled on the engine cover (2.5 L 4-cylinder [A25A-FKS] engine)
To prevent the engine cover from being damaged, remove any engine oil
from the engine cover as soon as possible using a neutral detergent.
Do not use an organic solvent such as brake cleaner.