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Turn the drain plug counter-
clockwise about 2 to 2 1/2
turns.
Loosening more than this will
cause water oozing from around
the drain plug.
For EURO VI models*3: Align
tabs of the bracket and the
installing groove, and install the
fuel filter to the bracket as
shown in the illustration.
Operate the priming pump until
fuel begins to run out.
For EURO VI models*3: Remove the fuel filter from the bracket
again.
After draining, tighten the drain plug by hand.
For EURO VI models*3: Install the fuel filter to the bracket again.
*1: Models for model code destination Blank*2
*2: See “Checking your vehicle’s model” if you are not sure of which model
your vehicle is. ( P. 1 1 )
*3: EURO VI is an emission standard. If it is not clear that your vehicle meets
relevant standards, contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota autho-
rized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
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Maintenance and care
■Headlight high/low beams (vehicles with halogen headlights)
Unplug the connector and
remove the rubber cover.
Release the bulb retaining
spring.
Remove the bulb.
To install a new bulb, align the
tabs of the bulb with the cutouts
of the mounting hole.
When installing, reverse the steps listed.
Replacing light bulbs
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2
3
4
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■Headlight high beams (vehicles with LED headlights)
Unplug the connector while
depressing the lock release.
Turn the bulb base counter-
clockwise.
Replace the light bulb, and
install the bulb base.
Align the 3 tabs on the light bulb
with the mounting, and insert.
Turn and secure the bulb
base.
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Partly remove the fender
liner and unplug the connec-
tor while pressing the lock
release.
Turn the bulb base counter-
clockwise.
Replace the light bulb, and
install the bulb base.
Align the 3 tabs on the light bulb
with the mounting, and insert.
Bumper
Fender
liner
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3
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6038-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
Malfunction indicator lamp (warning buzzer)
Indicates the followings if the warning light comes on or
flashes:
• Malfunction in the emission control system. (if equipped)
• Malfunction in the electronic engine control system.
• Malfunction in the electronic automatic transmission
control system. (if equipped)
• The boost pressure in the turbocharger is abnormally
high.*2 (diesel engine)
• Malfunction in DPF system. (if equipped)
Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer immediately.
SRS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system;
• The seat belt pretensioner system; or
• The front passenger occupant classification system (if
equipped)
Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer immediately.
ABS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The ABS; or
• The brake assist system (vehicles with VSC system)
Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer immediately.
Slip indicator (if equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The VSC system (if equipped);
• Trailer sway control system (if equipped);
• The TRC/A-TRC system (if equipped);
• The hill-start assist control system (if equipped); or
• The downhill assist control system (if equipped)
Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer immediately.
The light will flash when any of the above systems other
than the hill-start assist control system are operating.
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions
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When trouble arises
WARNING
■If a warning light comes on or a warning buzzer sounds when a warn-
ing message is shown on the multi-information display (vehicles with
multi-information display)
Check and follow the message shown on the multi-information display. Fail-
ure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
■ If both the ABS and the brake system warning lights remain on
Stop your vehicle in a safe place immediately and contact any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized r epairer, or any reliable repairer. 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.
NOTICE
■ If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on when the boost pressure in
the turbocharger is abnormally high (diesel engine)
Never drive at high speed or race the engine even after the lamp goes off.
■ If the fuel system warning light flashes (diesel engine)
Never drive the vehicle with the warn ing light flashing. Continued driving
with water accumulated in the fuel filter will damage the fuel injection pump.
696Alphabetical index
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Alphabetical index
A/C..................................... 484, 492
Air conditioning filter.............. 565
Automatic air conditioning
system ................................ 492
Manual air conditioning
system ................................ 484
ABS (Anti-lock Brake
System) .................................. 387
Function ................................ 387
Warning light ......................... 603
Access panels .......................... 180
AdBlue™................................... 553
Capacity ................................ 555
Low AdBlue™ level
warning light ....................... 607
Refilling ................................. 555
Air conditioning filter .............. 565
Air conditioning
system ............................ 484, 492
Air conditioning filter.............. 565
Automatic air conditioning
system ................................ 492
Manual air conditioning
system ................................ 484
Airbags ....................................... 45
Airbag manual on-off
system .................................. 62
Airbag operating
conditions ............................. 52
Airbag precautions for
your child .............................. 47
Airbag warning light .............. 603
Correct driving posture............ 38
Curtain shield airbag
operating conditions ............. 53
Curtain shield airbag
precautions ........................... 49
Front passenger occupant
classification system ............. 57
General airbag
precautions........................... 47
Locations of airbags................ 45
Modification and
disposal of airbags ............... 51
Side airbag operating
conditions ............................. 53
Side airbag precautions .......... 49
Side and curtain shield
airbags operating
conditions ............................. 53
Side and curtain shield
airbags precautions .............. 49
SRS airbags............................ 45
Airbag manual on-off
system ...................................... 62
Alarm ........................................ 119
Antenna ............................ 420, 526
Antennas (smart entry &
start system) .......................... 184
Anti-lock brake system
(ABS) ...................................... 387
Function ................................ 387
Warning light ......................... 603
Armrest ..................................... 519
Audio input*............ 431, 439, 446
Audio system ........................... 408
Antenna ........................ 420, 526
Audio input ............................ 413
AUX port ............................... 413
Bluetooth® audio................... 467
CD player ............................. 421
iPod....................................... 431
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 421
Optimal use........................... 414
Portable music
player.................................. 446
Radio .................................... 416
Steering wheel audio
switches.............................. 410
USB memory ........................ 439
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Warning lights
ABS ....................................... 603
Brake Override system ......... 605
Brake system ........................ 602
Charging system ................... 602
DPF system .......................... 605
Electronic engine control
system ................................ 603
Four-wheel drive system ....... 604
Fuel system........................... 604
Go to service ......................... 608
Lane departure...................... 605
Low AdBlue™ ....................... 607
Low engine oil level............... 606
Low engine oil pressure ........ 602
Low fuel level ........................ 606
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 603
Master warning light .............. 606
Open door ............................. 606
Parking brake ........................ 607
Pre-Collision System............. 605
Seat belt reminder light ......... 606
Slip indicator ......................... 603
SRS....................................... 603
Washer
Checking ............................... 550
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 403
Switch ................................... 302
Washing and waxing ............... 526
Weights..................................... 654
Wheels ...................................... 563
Replacing wheels.................. 616
Size ....................................... 677
Window glasses....................... 232
Window lock switch ................ 233
Windows
Power windows ..................... 232
Rear window
defogger ..................... 485, 494
Washer ................................. 302
Windshield wiper
de-icer ............................ 486, 494
Windshield wipers
Intermittent windshield
wipers ................................. 302
Winter driving tips ................... 403
Wireless communication ........ 447
Wireless remote control
key .......................................... 154
Locking/Unlocking................. 154
Replacing the battery ............ 567
WMA disc*............................... 421
*: Refer to “Navigation and multimedia system Owner’s manual”.