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2-1. Driving procedures
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When driving
NOTICE
■
Avoiding damage to vehicle parts
●Do not turn the steering wheel fully in either direction and ho ld it there for
an extended period of time.
Doing so may damage the power steering motor.
● When driving over bumps in the road, drive as slowly as possibl e to avoid
damaging the wheels, underside of the vehicle, etc.
● On vehicles with an automatic transmission, do not race the eng ine for
more than 5 seconds in any position except the N or P position when the
brake is applied or when chocks are used in the wheels. This may cause
the transmission fluid to overheat.
■ If you get a flat tire while driving
A flat or damaged tire may cause the following situations. Hold the steering
wheel firmly and gradually depress the brake pedal to slow down the vehicle.
● It may be difficult to control your vehicle.
● The vehicle will make abnormal sounds or vibrations.
● The vehicle will lean abnormally.
Information on what to do in case of a flat tire ( P. 424)
■ When encountering flooded roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain etc. D oing so may
cause the following serious damage to the vehicle:
● Engine stalling
● Short in electrical components
● Engine damage caused by water immersion
In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle i s flooded, be
sure to have your Toyota dealer check the following:
● Brake function
● Changes in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the e ngine, trans-
mission, differential, etc.
● Lubricant condition for the propeller shaft, bearings and suspension joints
(where possible) and the function of all joints, bearings, etc.
466 6-1. Specifications
Automatic transmission
*: The fluid capacity is provided as a reference. If replacement is necessary,
contact your Toyota dealer.
Manual transmission
*: The recommended oil grade is API GL-3. However, API GL-4 can a lso be
used.
Fluid capac-
ity
*7.9 qt. (7.5 L, 6.6 Imp. qt.)
Fluid type TOYOTA Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
Using automatic transmission fluid other than “TOYOTA Genuine A TF WS”
may cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of your transmission accom-
panied by vibration, and ultimately damage the automatic transmission of your
vehicle.
Gear oil capacity (Reference) 2.3 qt. (2.2 L, 1.9 Imp. qt.)
Gear oil type and viscosity Use either of the following:
• “TOYOTA Genuine MG Gear Oil special II”
• Other gear oil that meets API GL-3
* and
SAE 75W-90 specifications
NOTICE
■ Manual transmission gear oil
Using a manual transmission gear oil other than “TOYOTA Genuine MG
Gear Oil special II” may cause occurrences of rattling noises w hile idling and
poor fuel consumption.
Never use different brands together.
480 6-1. Specifications
Warning: The temperature grades of a tire assume that it is properly
inflated and not overloaded.
Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either s epa-
rately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible t ire fail-
ure.
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation
pressure Tire pressure when the vehicle has been
parked for three hours or more, or has not
been driven more than 1
mile or 1.5 km under
that condition
Maximum inflation
pressure The maximum cold inflated pressure to which a
tire may be inflated, shown on the sidewall of
the tire
Recommended
inflation pressure Cold tire inflation pressure recommended by a
manufacturer.
Accessory weight The combined weight (i
n excess of those stan-
dard items which may be replaced) of auto-
matic transmission, po wer steering, power
brakes, power windows, power seats, radio
and heater, to the exten t that these items are
available as factory-installed equipment
(whether installed or not)
Curb weight The weight of a
motor vehicle with standard
equipment, including th e maximum capacity of
fuel, oil and coolant, and if so equipped, air
conditioning and additional weight optional
engine
Maximum loaded
vehicle weight The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight
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Alphabetical index
Keyless entry ............................. 38
Keys
Electronic key ......................... 22
Engine switch ............... 166, 175
If you lose your keys............. 439
If your electronic key battery is discharged .......... 440
Key number ............................ 22
Keyless entry .......................... 38
Keys ....................................... 22
Mechanical key....................... 23
Wireless remote
control key............................ 38
Language (multi-information display) .................................. 217
License plate lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 375
Wattage ................................ 469
Light bulbs Replacing ............................. 375
Wattage ................................ 469
Lights Emergency flasher switch .... 384
Engine switch light................ 289
Fog light switch..................... 228
Hazard light switch ............... 384
Headlights switch ................. 222
Interior light switch................ 290
Replacing light bulbs ............ 375
Trunk light............................... 48
Turn signal lever ................... 188
Wattage ................................ 469
Load capacity .......................... 260
Maintenance
Do-it-yourself maintenance ...................... 324
General maintenance ........... 320
Maintenance data ................. 458
Maintenance requirements ... 318 Manual air conditioning
system ....................................268
Manual transmission ...............185
Meter Indicators...............................194
Instrument panel
light control .........................192
Meters ...................................191
Multi-information
display.........................200, 207
Settings .........................200, 217
Warning lights .......................395
Warning messages ...............407
Microphone...............................288
Mirrors
Inside rear view mirror.............68
Side mirror heater .................284
Side mirrors .............................69
Vanity mirrors ........................297
Multi-information display
Drive information ...................210
G-force display ......................212
Language ..............................217
Multi-information display.........................200, 207
Settings .................................217
Trip information .............202, 208
Warning messages ...............407
Noise from under vehicle ..........15
Odometer ..................................191
Oil Engine oil ..............................332
Opener Fuel filler door .........................75
Hood......................................327
Trunk .......................................46
Outside rear view mirrors
Adjusting and folding ...............69K
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Transmission shift switches ......................... 181, 183
Trip meter ......................... 200, 219
Trunk Opener ....................................46
Trunk light Wattage ................................. 469
Turn signal lights
Switch.................................... 188
USB port ................................... 286
Vanity mirrors........................... 297
Vehicle identification number ................................... 459
Vehicle stability control........... 245
VSC............................................ 245
Warning buzzers Electric power steering .......... 397
Seat belt reminder ................. 399
Smart key system.......... 409, 413
Warning lights
Automatic headlight leveling system .... ............... 397
Automatic transmission
fluid temperature
warning light........................ 399
Anti-lock brake
system ................................ 397
Brake assist system .............. 397
Brake system ........................ 395
Charging system .... ............... 396
Cruise control indicator light....................... 397
Electric power steering system warning light ........... 397
Electronic engine control
system ................................ 397 Engine oil pressure ............... 396
High engine coolant
temperature ........................ 396
Low fuel level ........................ 399
Low tire pressure .................. 399
Malfunction indicator lamp .................................... 397
Master warning light .............. 399
Open door ............................. 399
Pretensioners ........................ 397
Seat belt reminder
light ..................................... 399
Slip indicator light .................. 397
Smart key system ......... 409, 413
SRS airbags .......................... 397
Tire pressure warning system ................................ 399
Warning messages .................. 407
Washer Checking ............................... 343
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................... 261
Switch ................................... 229
Washing and waxing ............... 308
Weight Cargo capacity ...................... 256
Load limits ............................. 260
Weight ................................... 458
Wheels ...................................... 357
Window glasses ........................ 72
Window lock switch................... 72
Windows
Power windows ....................... 72
Rear window defogger .......... 284
Washer.................................. 229
Windshield wipers ................... 229
Winter driving tips ................... 261
Wireless remote control key Locking/Unlocking ................... 38
Replacing the battery ............ 363
Wireless remote control key.... 38
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What to do if...
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Warning lights
P. 409, 413
or
P. 395P. 397
P. 396P. 397
P. 396P. 397
P. 396P. 399
P. 399
or
P. 397P. 399
P. 397P. 399
P. 399
or
P. 397P. 399
P. 397P. 399
*1: The light flashes or illuminates in red to indicate a malfunc tion.
*2: The light comes on in yellow to indicate a malfunction.
Brake system warning
lightSmart key system indicator
light
Slip indicator
Charging system warn-
ing lightAutomatic headlight leveling sys-
tem warning light
Low engine oil pressure
warning lightCruise control indicator
light
*2
High engine coolant temperature
warning light
*1Open door warning light
Malfunction indicator
lampLow fuel level warning
light
Driver’s seat belt
reminder light
SRS warning lightFront passenger’s seat belt
reminder light
ABS warning lightTire pressure warning
light
Automatic transmission fluid tem-
perature warning light
Electric power steering
warning lightMaster warning light