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7-1. Essential information
Press the switch.
All the turn signal lights will flash.
To turn them off, press the switch
once again.
■Emergency flashers
If the emergency flashers are used for a long time while the engine is not
operating, the battery may discharge.
Emergency flashers
The emergency flashers are used to warn other drivers when the
vehicle has to be stopped in th e road due to a breakdown, etc.
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2927-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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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; or
• The electronic continuously variable transmission (ifequipped) 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.
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2987-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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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 steerin g system warning light comes on
The steering wheel may become extremely heavy.
When steering wheel operations are heavier than usual, grip the steering
wheel firmly and operate it using more force than usual.
■
If the tire pressure warning light comes on
Handling method ( →P. 297)
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
The tire pressure warning system may not activate immediately.
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3017-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
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The warning lights and warning buzzers operate as follows depending
on the content of the message. If a message indicates the need for
inspection by a dealer, have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer immediately.
*: A buzzer sounds the first time a message is shown on the multi-informa- tion display
If the following messages are displayed, there may be a malfunction.
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Toyota
dealer.
• “Charging System Malfunction See Owner’s Manual”
• “Low Oil Pressure Stop in a Safe Place See Owner’s Manual”
Messages and warnings
Warning buzzer*Warning
Comes on Sounds Indicates an important situation, such as
when a system related to driving is malfunc-
tioning or that danger may result if the correc-
tion procedure is not performed
FlashesSoundsIndicates a situation, such as when damage
to the vehicle or danger may result
⎯Does not sound
Indicates a condition, such as malfunction of
electrical components, their condition, or indi-
cates the need for maintenance
If a message instructing to refer to the Owner’s Manual is dis-
played
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3147-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle.
● The engine may be flooded.
Try to restart the engine again following correct starting procedures.
(→ P. 128)
● There may be a malfunction in the engine immobilizer system.
(→ P. 66)
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
● The battery may be discharged. ( →P. 315)
● The battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
● One or both of the battery terminals may be disconnected.
● The battery may be discharged. ( →P. 315)
Contact your Toyota dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if repair
procedures are unknown.
If the engine w ill not start
If the engine will not start eve n though correct starting proce-
dures are being followed ( →P. 128), consider each of the follow-
ing points:
The engine will not start even though the starter motor operates
normally.
The starter motor turns over slowly, the interior lights and head-
lights are dim, or the horn does not sound or sounds at a low
volume.
The starter motor does not turn over, the interior lights and head-
lights do not turn on, or the horn does not sound.
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3167-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the engine speed
slightly and maintain at that level for approximately 5 minutes to
recharge the batter y of your vehicle.
Maintain the engine speed of the second vehicle and turn the
engine switch to the “ON” position, then start the vehicle's engine.
Once the vehicle’s engine has star ted, remove the jumper cables in
the exact reverse order from which they were connected.
Once the engine starts, have the v ehicle inspected at your Toyota
dealer as soon as possible.
■ Starting the engine when the battery is discharged
The engine cannot be started by push-starting.
■ To prevent battery discharge
●Turn off the headlights and the air conditioning system while the engine is
off.
● Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is running
at a low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic.
■ Charging the battery
The electricity stored in the battery will discharge gradually even when the
vehicle is not in use, due to natural discharge and the draining effects of cer-
tain electrical appliances. If the vehicle is left for a long time, the battery may
discharge, and the engine may be unable to start. (The battery recharges
automatically during driving.)
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3298-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
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*: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity.If replacement is necessary, contact your Toyota dealer.
Electrical system
Battery
Open voltage at
68° F (20 °C):
12.6 ⎯ 12.8 V Fully charged
12.2 ⎯ 12.4 V Half charged
11 . 8 ⎯ 12.0 V Discharged
(Voltage checked 20 minutes after the engine
and all the lights turned off)
Charging rates5 A max.
Continuously variable transaxle
Fluid capacity*7.9 qt. (7.5 L, 6.6 Imp. qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine CVT Fluid FE
NOTICE
■ Continuously variable transaxle fluid type
Using continuously variable transaxle fluid other than “Toyota Genuine CVT
Fluid FE” may cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of the transmis-
sion accompanied by vibration and, ultimately, damage to the vehicle’s
transmission.
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3328-1. Specifications
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Light bulbs
Light bulbsBulb No.WTy p e
ExteriorHeadlights 9012 55 A
Front side marker
lights
⎯
5B
Front turn signal lights 7444NA 28/8 C
Side turn signal lights ⎯5C
Rear turn signal lights 7440 21 B
Stop lights 7440 21 B
Back-up lights 921 16 B
License plate lights ⎯5B
Interior Vanity lights
⎯5D
Front interior lights/
personal lights ⎯
8B
Rear interior light ⎯8D
Luggage compart-
ment light ⎯
5D
A: HIR2 halogen bulbs
C: Wedge base bulbs (amber) B: Wedge base bulbs (clear)
D: Double end bulbs