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The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the “F” and “L” lines on
the reservoir when the engine is cold.
If the level is on or below the “L” line, add coolant up to the “F” line.
( P. 645)
■Coolant selection
Only use “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or a similar high quality ethylene
glycol based non-silicate, non-amine, non- nitrite, and non-borate coolant with
long-life hybrid organic acid technology.
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mixture of 50% coolant and 50% deion-
ized water. (Minimum temperature: -35 C [-31F])
For more details about engine coolant, contact any authorized Toyota retailer
or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
■ If the coolant level drops within a short time of replenishing
Visually check the radiator, hoses, engine coolant reservoir cap, drain cock
and water pump. If you cannot find a leak, have any authorized Toyota retailer
or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer test the cap and check
for leaks in the cooling system.
Engine coolant
Gasoline engineDiesel engine
Reservoir cap
“F” line
“L” line1
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Check the radiator, condenser and intercooler and clear away any for-
eign objects. If any of the above parts is extremely dirty or you are not
sure of their condition, have your vehicle inspected by any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
WARNING
■ When the engine is hot
Do not remove the radiator cap or the engine coolant reservoir cap.
The cooling system may be under pressure and may spray hot coolant if the
cap is removed, causing serious injuries, such as burns.
NOTICE
■ When adding coolant
Coolant is neither plain water nor straight antifreeze. The correct mixture of
water and antifreeze must be used to provide proper lubrication, corrosion
protection and cooling. Be sure to read the antifreeze or coolant label.
■ If you spill coolant
Be sure to wash it off with water to prevent it from damaging parts or paint.
■ Notice on coolant quality
Do not use improper coolant. If improper coolant is used, the engine cooling
system may be damaged.
Radiator, condenser and intercooler (if equipped)
WARNING
■ When the engine is hot
Do not touch the radiator, condenser or intercooler as they may be hot and
cause serious injuries, such as burns.

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■Before recharging
When recharging, the battery produces hydrogen gas which is flammable and
explosive. Therefore, observe the following before recharging:
● If recharging with the battery installed on the vehicle, be sure to disconnect
the ground cable.
● Make sure the power switch on the charger is off when connecting and dis-
connecting the charger cables to the battery.
■ After recharging/reconnecting the battery (vehicles with smart entry &
start system)
The engine may not start. Follow the procedure below to initialize the system.
Shift the shift lever to P (automat ic transmission) or depress the brake
pedal with the shift lever in N (manual transmission).
Open and close any of the doors.
Restart the engine.
● Unlocking the doors using the smart entry & start system may not be possi-
ble immediately after reconnecting the battery. If this happens, use the wire-
less remote control or the mechanical key to lock/unlock the doors.
● Start the engine with the engine switch in ACCESSORY mode. The engine
may not start with the engine switch turned off. However, the engine will
operate normally from the second attempt.
● The engine switch mode is recorded by the vehicle. If the battery is recon-
nected, the vehicle will return the engine switch mode to the status it was in
before the battery was disconnected. Make sure to turn off the engine
before disconnect the battery. Take extra care when connecting the battery
if the engine switch mode prior to discharge is unknown.
If the system will not start even after multiple attempts, contact any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
■ If a symbol of a battery is shown on the multi-information display (if
equipped)
There is a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system.
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repai rer, or any reliable repairer. Continu-
ing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
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Add washer fluid in the following
situations:
● A washer does not work.
● The warning message appears
on the multi-information display
(if equipped).
NOTICE
■ When recharging the battery
Never recharge the battery while the engine is running. Also, be sure all
accessories are turned off.
■ When adding distilled water (vehicles with maintenance type battery)
Avoid overfilling. Water spilled duri ng battery recharging may cause corro-
sion.
Washer fluid
WARNING
■ When adding washer fluid
Do not add washer fluid when the engine is hot or running as washer fluid
contains alcohol and may catch fi re if spilled on the engine etc.
NOTICE
■Do not use any fluid other than washer fluid
Do not use soapy water or engine antifreeze instead of washer fluid.
Doing so may cause streaking on the vehicle’s painted surfaces as well as
damaging the pump leading to problems of the washer fluid not spraying.
■ Diluting washer fluid
Dilute washer fluid with water as necessary.
Refer to the freezing temperatures list ed on the label of the washer fluid bot-
tle.

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You may drain the fuel filter yourself. However, as the operation is dif-
ficult, we recommend having it drained by any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer. Even if
you decide to drain it yourself, contact any authorized Toyota retailer
or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
The water in the fuel filter needs to be drained if one of the following
symptoms occurs:
Vehicles without multi-information display
When the fuel system warning light flashes and a buzzer sounds.
( P. 604)
Vehicles with multi-information display
When “WATER ACCUMULATION IN FUEL FILTER SEE
OWNER’S MANUAL”/“Water accumulation in fuel filter See owner’s
manual” is shown on the multi-information display and a buzzer
sounds*1.
Vehicles without smart entry & start system: Turn the engine switch
to the “LOCK” position.
Vehicles with smart entry & start system: Turn the engine switch off.
For EURO VI models*3:
Remove the fuel filter from the
bracket as shown in the illustra-
tion.
Place a small tray under the drain plug or drain hose to catch the
water and any fuel that comes out.
Fuel filter (diesel engine only)
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AdBlue™ is used to reduce the amount of nitrogen oxides in exhaust
gas. AdBlue™ is consumed in the process of driving. Therefore,
observe the following precautions.
● 1.0 L (1.1 qt., 0.9 Imp.qt.) of AdBlue™ is consumed every 1500 km
(932 miles). Normally, after a full refill, the vehicle can be driven for
approximately 15000 km (9321 miles) before all AdBlue™ is
depleted.
However, AdBlue™ may become completely depleted sooner
depending on driving conditions.
● When the possible driving range based on the remaining amount of
AdBlue™ reaches approximately 2400 km (1492 miles), the low
AdBlue™ level warning light turns on and a warning message is
displayed.
● When AdBlue™ is depleted, the engine cannot be restarted.
● If AdBlue™ is accidentally spilled while refilling, vehicle parts, paint,
etc. may be damaged.
When AdBlue™ needs to be refilled, have it refilled at any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
It may be a criminal offence to use a vehicle that does not consume
any reagent if it is required for the reduction of emissions.
■AdBlue™ warning light and warning message
When the AdBlue™ level is low,
the low AdBlue™ level warning
light turns on and a warning
message appears on the multi-
information display. ( P. 554)
When refilling AdBlue™ by
yourself in an emergency, be
sure to follow the correct refill-
ing procedures. ( P. 555)
AdBlue™ (if equipped)

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■Refilling AdBlue™
● Use AdBlue™ (compliant with ISO 22241-1).
AdBlue™ is a trademark of the German Association of the Automotive
Industry (VDA).
● Before driving for a long period of time in an area where AdBlue™ cannot
be refilled, consult any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer.
■ Warning message
If the following warning message is displayed on the multi-information dis-
play, follow the appropriate troubleshooting procedure.
Warning messageDetails/Actions
“AdBlue level low Fill up
AdBlue in 2400 km See
owner’s manual”
When AdBlue™ needs to be refilled
 Have AdBlue™ refilled at any autho-
rized Toyota retailer or Toyota autho-
rized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
“AdBlue LEVEL LOW NO
START IN 800 km! FILL UP
AdBlue SEE OWNER’S
MANUAL”/“AdBlue level low
No start in 800 km! Fill up
AdBlue See owner’s manual”
When AdBlue™ needs to be refilled
If the displayed driving distance is
exceeded, the engine cannot be
restarted.
 Have AdBlue™ refilled at any autho-
rized Toyota retailer or Toyota autho-
rized repairer, or any reliable repairer
immediately.
“AdBlue EMPTY UNABLE TO
RESTART ENGINE FILL UP
AdBlue SEE OWNER’S
MANUAL”/“AdBlue empty
Unable to restart engine Fill
up AdBlue See owner’s
manual”
When AdBlue™ needs to be refilled
 If the engine is stopped, it cannot be
restarted.
Without stopping the engine, contact
any authorized Toyota retailer or
Toyota authorized repairer, or any
reliable repairer immediately.
NOTICE
■ When the AdBlue™ level is low
When AdBlue™ is depleted, the engine cannot be restarted.
Be sure to have AdBlue™ refilled at any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota
authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer before it is completely depleted.

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■Refilling AdBlue™ by yourself in an emergency
When the engine cannot be restarted due to the depletion of
AdBlue™, adding approximately 5.0 L (5.3 qt., 4.4 Imp.qt.) or more
of AdBlue™ will allow the engine to be started again. Perform the
following procedures to refill AdBlue™. (The AdBlue™ tank has a
capacity of 13.8 L [14.6 qt., 12.1 Imp.qt.].)
Refilling with the refilling equipment
Park the vehicle on a level surface, turn the engine switch off,
and then open the hood. ( P. 537)
Open the AdBlue™ tank cap.
Insert the nozzle and refill
AdBlue™.
Close the AdBlue™ tank cap.
Turn the cap until you hear a
click.
Check that the engine starts.
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