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2044-2. Driving procedures
Turn signal lever
Right turn
Lane change to the right (move
the  lever  partway  and  release
it)
The  right  hand  signals  will  flash  3
times.
Lane  change  to  the  left  (move
the  lever  partway  and  release
it)
The  left  hand  signals  will  flash  3
times.
Left turn
■Turn signals can be operated when
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
■ If the indicator flashes faster than usual
Check  that  a  light  bulb  in  the  front  or  rear  turn  signal  lights   has  not  burned
out.
Operating instructions
1
2
3
4 
     
        
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2194-3. Operating the lights and wipers
4
Driving
■The windshield wipers and w asher can be operated when
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
■ If no windshield washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzles  are not  blocked if there is  washe r  fluid in the
windshield washer fluid reservoir.
WARNING
■ Caution regarding the use of washer fluid
When  it  is  cold,  do  not  use  the  washer  fluid  until  the  windshie ld  becomes
warm. The  fluid may freeze  on  the  windshield and cause low visi bility. This
may lead to an accident, resulting in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■ When the windshield is dry
Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield.
■ When the washer fluid tank is empty
Do  not  operate  the  switch  continually  as  the  washer  fluid  pump  may  over-
heat.
■ When a nozzle becomes blocked
In this case, contact your Toyota dealer. 
Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged. 
     
        
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3124-6. Driving tips
Winter driving tips
●Use  fluids  that  are  appropriate  t o  the  prevailing  outside  tempera-
tures.  • Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
● Have a service technician inspec t the condition of the battery.
● Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set  of tire
chains for the rear tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand, and that chains match
the size of the tires.
Perform the following according  to the driving conditions: 
● Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is fr ozen.
Pour  warm  water  over  the  frozen  area  to  melt  the  ice.  Wipe  away
the water immediately to p revent it from freezing. 
● To  ensure  proper  operation  of  the  climate  control  system  fan,
remove  any  snow  that  has  accumulated  on  the  air  inlet  vents  in
front of the windshield. 
● Check for and remove any excess ic e or snow that may have accu-
mulated  on  the  exterior  lights,  vehicle’s  roof,  chassis,  around  the
tires or on the brakes.
● Remove  any  snow  or  mud  from  the  bottom  of  your  shoes  before
getting in the vehicle.
Accelerate the vehicle slowly, keep a safe distance between you  and
the vehicle ahead, and drive at a reduced speed suitable to roa d con-
ditions.
Carry  out  the  necessary  preparations  and  inspections  before
driving  the  vehicle  in  winter. Always  drive  the  vehicle  in  a  ma n-
ner appropriate to the prevailing weather conditions. 
Preparation for winter
Before driving the vehicle
When driving the vehicle 
     
        
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469
7Maintenance and care
7-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior .......... 470
Cleaning and protecting  the vehicle interior ........... 473
7-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ................... 476
General maintenance ........ 478
Emission inspection  and maintenance (I/M) 
programs ......................... 481 7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service precautions ..................... 482
Hood ................................. 484
Engine compartment ......... 485
Tires .................................. 495
Tire inflation pressure ....... 507
Wheels .............................. 510
Air conditioning filter.......... 513
Wireless remote control  battery ............................. 516
Checking and replacing  fuses ............................... 518
Light bulbs......................... 521 
     
        
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4807-2. Maintenance
Vehicle exterior
ItemsCheck points
Doors• Do the doors operate smoothly?
Engine hood• Does the engine hood lock system work prop-erly?
Fluid leaks• There should not be any signs of fluid leakageafter the vehicle has been parked.
Tires
• Is the tire inflati on pressure correct?
• The tires should not be damaged or exces- sively worn.
• Have the tires been rotated according to the maintenance schedule?
• The wheel nuts should not be loose.
Lights• Do all the lights come on?
Windshield wipers
• The  wiper  blades  should  not  show  any  signs
of  cracking,  splitting,  wear,  contamination  or
deformation.
• The  wiper  blades  should  clear  the  windshield without streaking or skipping.
WARNING
■If the engine is running
Turn the engine off and ensure that there is adequate ventilati on before per-
forming maintenance checks. 
     
        
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5528-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■When the tire pressure warning light comes on
Check the tire inflation pressure and adjust to the appropriate level. Push-
ing the tire pressur e warning reset switch  will not turn off the tire pressure
warning light.
■The tire pressure warning light may come on due to natural caus es
The tire pressure warning light may come on due to natural caus es such
as  natural  air  leaks  and  tire  inflation  pressure  changes  caused  by tem-
perature. In this case, adjusting the tire inflation pressure w ill turn off the
warning light (after  several minutes).
■When a tire is replace d with a spare tire
The  temporary  spare  tire  is  not  equipped  with  a  tire  pressure  w arning
valve and transmitter. If a tire goes flat, the tire pressure w arning light will
not turn off even though the flat tire has been replaced with t he temporary
spare  tire.  Replace  the  temporary  spare  tire  with  the  repaired  tire  and
adjust the tire inflation pressu re. The tire pressure warning l ight will go off
after several minutes.
■Conditions  that  the  tire  pressure  warning  system  may  not  functi on
properly 
 P.   5 0 1
■If  the  tire  pressure  warning  light  frequently  comes  on  after  bl inking
for 1 minute
If  the  tire  pressure  warning  light  frequently  comes  on  after  bl inking  for  1
minute when the engine switch is turned to “ON” position, have  it checked
by your Toyota dealer.
■ Warning buzzer
In  some  cases,  the  buzzer  may  not  be  heard  because  of  noisy  pla ce  or  an
audio sound. 
     
        
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6059-1. Specifications
9
Vehicle specifications
*: Your Toyota  vehicle  is  filled  with  “Toyota  Genuine  Differential  Gear  Oil”  at
the factory. Use Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” or
an  equivalent  oil  of  matching  quality  to  satisfy  the  above  specification.
Please contact your Toyota dealer for further details.
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  is  checked  20  minutes  after  the  engine
and all lights are turned off.)
Charging rates5 A max.
Differential
Oil
capacity
Front (4WD models) 2.2 qt. (2.05 L, 1.8 Imp.qt.)
Rear
1UR-FE engine4.9 qt. (4.60 L, 4.0 Imp.qt.)
3UR-FE
and 
3UR-FBE 
engines
Double Cab 
models
With standard bed
3.8 qt. (3.60 L, 3.2 Imp.qt.)
With long bed
4.0 qt. (3.75 L, 3.3 Imp.qt.)
CrewMax
models
2WD models
4.0 qt. (3.75 L, 3.3 Imp.qt.)
4WD models
3.8 qt. (3.60 L, 3.2 Imp.qt.)
Oil type and viscosity*
Toyota  Genuine  Differential
Gear  Oil  LT  75W-85  GL-5  or
equivalent 
     
        
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659Alphabetical index
Installing CRS with top tether strap ........ 67, 70
Child safety ................................ 55
Airbag precautions .................. 42
Battery precautions ............... 584
Child restraint system ............. 56
How your child should wear the seat belt ................. 34
Installing child restraints ......... 60
Moon roof precautions .......... 157
Power back window  precautions ......................... 153
Power window lock switch .... 147
Power window precautions ... 149
Rear door child-protector ...... 116
Removed wireless remote 
control battery 
precautions ......................... 517
Seat belt extender 
precautions ........................... 37
Seat belt precautions .............. 59
Seat heater precautions........ 427
Child-protectors....................... 116
Cleaning ........................... 470, 473 Aluminum wheels.................. 471
Exterior ................................. 470
Interior................................... 473
Seat belts .............................. 474
Clock ......................................... 451
Compass .................................. 465
Condenser ................................ 490
Console box ............................. 435
Coolant ..................................... 488 Capacity ................................ 604
Checking ............................... 488
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 312
Cooling system ........................ 488 Engine overheating ............... 585
CRS ............................................. 56 Cruise control
Cruise control ....................... 266
Dynamic radar cruise control ...................... 252
Cup holders ............................. 442
Curtain shield airbags............... 39
Customizable features ............ 624
Daytime running light  system.................................... 209
Deck hooks .............................. 449
Defogger Back window................. 414, 421
Outside rear view mirrors ........................ 414, 421
Windshield .................... 414, 421
Differential................................ 605
Dimensions .............................. 592
Dinghy towing.......................... 194
Display Drive information .................. 101
Dynamic radar 
cruise control ...................... 252
LDA 
(Lane Departure Alert) ....... 244
Multi-information display ....... 100
Trip information..................... 100
Warning message................. 555
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 482
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