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Warning triangle (stowing)
Before leaving your vehicle to set up and install the triangle, switch on the hazard warning lamps and put on your
high visibility vest.
This safety equipment should be used in addition to the hazard warning lamps.Its presence in the vehicle is mandatory.
Placing the triangle in the
road
Refer to the manufacturer's instructions on unfolding and assembly supplied with the triangle.
F Place the triangle behind the vehicle, as required by the legislation in force in your c o unt r y.
The triangle is available as an accessory; contact an authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional
Tool box
Access
The tool box is located under the left-hand front seat.
As a safety measure, the bars 1 and
2 prevent the box escaping from its housing, if it is not correctly secured.
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Stowing
F Press the latches A and slide them inwards to release the box.F Lift the box slightly then pull it as far as it will go to take it past bar 1.
F Then, lift the box upwards to take it past bar 2.
F Unclip the fixings B on the cover, then open it for access to the tools.
OpeningRemoving
Pull on the box to check that it is secure in its housing.
F Offer up the box with the front inclined upwards.F To take it past bar 2, push the box in and down.
F To take it past bar 1, raise the box slightly then push it fully in.
F Refit the cover on the box and clip the fixings B.
F Once the box is fully home in its housing, push it against the floor carpet then slide the latches A outwards to secure it.
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If your vehicle is equipped
with a temporary puncture
repair kit
1. 12 V compressor. To temporarily repair a tyre using an integral sealant cartridge and adjust the tyre pressure.2. Towing eye.
If your vehicle is equipped
with a spare wheel
1. Wheelbrace. For removing the wheel bolts and raising/lowering the jack.2. Jack. For raising the vehicle.3. Wheel bolt cap/wheel trim removal tools. If your vehicle is so equipped, for removing the wheel bolt head covers on alloy wheels or the wheel trim on steel wheels.4. Security bolt socket. For adapting the wheelbrace to the special "security" bolts.5. Towing eye.
These tools are specific to your vehicle and can vary according to equipment. Do not use them for other purposes.
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This kit is stowed in the tool box.
This kit consists of a compressor and a sealant cartridge.It allows the temporary repair of a tyre.You are then able to go to the nearest garage.It is designed to repair most punctures which could affect the tyre, located on the tyre tread or shoulder.Its compressor can be used to check and adjust the pressure of the tyre.
Temporary puncture repair kit*
Access to the kit
1. 12 V compressor. To temporarily repair a tyre using an integral sealant cartridge and adjust the tyre pressure.2. Towing eye.
The tyre inflation pressures are given on this label.
The vehicle's electric system allows the connection of a compressor for long
enough to inflate a tyre after a puncture repair or for inflating a small inflatable accessory.For more information on To w i n g, refer to the corresponding section.
List of tools
These tools are specific to your vehicle and can vary according to equipment. Do not use them for other purposes.
For more information on the Tool box, refer to the corresponding section.
* If equipped.
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Changing a wheel
The tools are stowed in the tool box.
Access to the tooling
1. Wheelbrace. For removing the wheel bolts and raising/lowering the jack.2. Jack. For raising the vehicle.3. Wheel bolt cap/wheel trim removal tool. If your vehicle is so equipped, for removing the wheel bolt head covers on alloy wheels or the central wheel trim on steel wheels.
4. Socket for the security bolts. For adapting the wheelbrace to the special "security" bolts.5. Towing eye.
For more information on To w i n g, refer to the corresponding section.
The jack must only be used to change a wheel with a damaged tyre.The jack does not require any maintenance.
The jack conforms to European legislation, such as defined in the Machinery Directive 2006/42/CE.
List of tools
These tools are specific to your vehicle and can vary according to the level of equipment. Do not use them for other purposes.
For more information on the Tool box, refer to the corresponding section.
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Battery capacity
Vehicle lengthRating in Ah (Ampere hours)
Compact (L0)480
Standard (L1)640
Long (L2)720 / 800
Always replace the battery by one of equivalent specification.
To w i n g
Access to the tools
The towing eye is stowed in the tool box.
For more information on the Tool box, refer to the corresponding section.
Procedure for having your vehicle towed or for towing another vehicle using a removable towing eye.
If your vehicle is fitted with a manual gearbox, put the gear lever into neutral.
If your vehicle has an automatic or electronic gearbox, place the gear selector at position N.
The failure to observe this special point may lead to damage to components of the braking system and the lack of braking assistance on restarting the engine.
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F On the front bumper, press the cover (as shown above) to unclip it.F Screw the towing eye in fully.F Install the towing arm.F Switch on the hazard warning lamps on the towed vehicle.F Move off gently and drive slowly over a short distance only.
Towing your vehicle
F On the rear bumper, press the cover (as shown above) to unclip it.F Screw the towing eye in fully.F Install the towing arm.F Switch on the hazard warning lamps on the towed vehicle.F Move off gently and drive slowly over a short distance only.
Towing another vehicleGeneral
recommendations
Observe the legislation in force in your c o unt r y.Ensure that the weight of the towing vehicle is higher than that of the towed vehicle.The driver must remain at the wheel of the towed vehicle and must have a valid driving licence.When towing a vehicle with all four wheels on the ground, always use an approved towing arm; rope and straps are prohibited.The towing vehicle must move off gently.When towing a vehicle with the engine off, there is no longer any power assistance for braking or steering.In the following cases, you must always call on a professional recovery service:- vehicle broken down on a motor way or fast road,- four-wheel drive vehicle,- when it is not possible to put the gearbox into neutral, unlock the
steering, or release the parking brake,- towing with only two wheels on the
ground,- where there is no approved towing arm available...
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Engines
Engine characteristics
The engine characteristics (capacity, maximum power, maximum power speed, fuel, CO2 emissions...) for your vehicle are given in the registration document, as well as in sales brochures.These characteristics correspond to the values type-approved on a test bed, under conditions defined in European legislation (Directive 1999/99/EC).For more information, contact an authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
Weights
The kerb weight is equal to the unladen weight + driver (75 kg).The GTW and towed load values indicated apply up to a maximum altitude of 1 000 metres; the towed load mentioned must be reduced by 10 % for every additional 1 000 metres..The weight of the braked trailer can be increased, within the GTW limit, on condition that the GV W of the towing vehicle is reduced by the same amount.The recommended nose weight is the vertical load on the towbar ball (removable with or without tools).
High ambient temperatures may result in a reduction in the per formance of the vehicle to protect the engine; when the ambient temperature is higher than 37 °C, limit the towed weight.
If the ambient temperature is high, it is recommended that the engine be allowed to idle for 1 to 2 minutes after the vehicle comes to a stop, to facilitate its cooling.
Towing with a lightly loaded vehicle can adversely affect roadholding.Braking distances are increased when towing a trailer.Never exceed 60 mph (100 km/h) when towing (comply with the legislation in force in your country).
GV W: gross vehicle weight, the maximum authorised vehicle weight.GT W: gross train weight, the maximum authorised weight of vehicle plus trailer.
Weights and towed loads
The maximum weights and towed loads for your vehicle are given are given in the registration document, as well as in sales brochures.These values are also present on the manufacturer's plate or label.For more information, contact an authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
Technical data