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17Pictorial index
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Windshield wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 302 
Precautions against winter season  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 403 
To prevent freezing (windshield wiper de-icer)*1. . . . . . . . . . .  P. 486 
Fuel filler door*1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 304 
Refueling method  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 304 
Fuel type/fuel tank capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 660 
Tires  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 558 
Tire size/inflation pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 677 
Winter tires/tire chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 403 
Checking/rotation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 559 
Coping with flat tires  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 616 
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 537 
Opening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 537 
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 661 
Coping with overheat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 645 
Camera*1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 352 
Headlights  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 292 
Front position lights/daytime running lights*1. . . . . . . . . .  P. 292
Front fog lights*1/rear fog light*1, 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 299 
Front turn signal lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 290 
Side turn signal lights (fender-mounted type or 
mirror-mounted type)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 290 
Rear turn signal lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 290 
Stop/tail lights  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 292 
Downhill assist control system*1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 395 
License plate light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 292 
Back-up lights*2
Shifting the shift lever to R. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 277, 284
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Light bulbs of the exterior lights for driving 
(Replacing method: P. 575, Watts: P. 679)
*1: If equipped
*2: They may be located on the opposite side depending on the target region.
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2594-1. Before driving
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Driving
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■Information tag (manufacturer’s label) 
Gross vehicle mass 
The combined weight of the driver, passengers, luggage, towing 
hitch, total curb mass and drawbar load should not exceed the 
gross vehicle mass by more than 100 kg (220.5 lb.). Exceeding 
this weight is dangerous. 
Maximum permissible rear axle capacity 
The weight borne by the rear axle should not exceed the maxi- 
mum permissible rear axle capacity by 15% or more. Exceeding 
this weight is dangerous. 
The values for towing capacity were derived from testing con- 
ducted at sea level. Take note that engine output and towing 
capacity will be reduced at high altitudes.
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WARNING
■ When the gross vehicle mass or maximum permissible axle capacity is 
exceeded 
Failing to observe this precaution may lead to an accident causing death or 
serious injury. 
● Add an additional 20.0 kPa (0.2 kgf/cm2 or bar, 3 psi) to the recommended 
tire inflation pressure value. ( P. 677) 
● Do not exceed the established speed limit for towing a trailer in built-up 
areas or 100 km/h (62 mph), whichever is lower. 
     
        
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2634-1. Before driving
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Driving
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■Information tag (manufacturer’s label) 
Gross vehicle mass 
The combined weight of the driver, passengers, luggage, towing 
hitch, total curb mass and drawbar load should not exceed the 
gross vehicle mass by more than 100 kg (220.5 lb.). Exceeding 
this weight is dangerous. 
Maximum permissible rear axle capacity 
The weight borne by the rear axle should not exceed the maxi- 
mum permissible rear axle capacity by 15 % or more. Exceeding 
this weight is dangerous. 
The values for towing capacity were derived from testing con- 
ducted at sea level. Take note that engine output and towing 
capacity will be reduced at high altitudes.
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Ty pe  AType B
WARNING
■ When the total trailer weight exceeds 3200kg (7055 lb.) 
Do not exceed the legal speed limit for towing a trailer or 90 km/h (56 mph), 
whichever is lower. 
Failing to observe this precaution may lead to an accident causing death or 
serious injury. 
■ When the gross vehicle mass or maximum permissible axle capacity is 
exceeded 
Failing to observe this precaution may lead to an accident causing death or 
serious injury. 
● Add an additional 20.0 kPa (0.2 kgf/cm2 or bar, 3 psi) to the recommended 
tire inflation pressure value. ( P. 677) 
● Do not exceed the established speed limit for towing a trailer in built-up 
areas or 100 km/h (62 mph), whichever is lower. 
     
        
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4044-6. Driving tips
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Accelerate the vehicle slowly, keep a safe distance between you and 
the vehicle ahead, and drive at a reduced speed suitable to road con- 
ditions. 
● Park the vehicle and move the shift lever to P (automatic transmis- 
sion) or 1 or R (manual transmission) without setting the parking
brake. The parking brake may freeze up, preventing it from being 
released. If the vehicle is parked without setting the parking brake, 
make sure to block the wheels.
Failure to do so may be dangerous because it may cause the vehi- 
cle to move unexpectedly, possibly leading to an accident. 
● Vehicles with automatic transmission: If the vehicle is parked with- 
out setting the parking brake, confirm that the shift lever cannot be
moved out of P*.
*: The shift lever will be locked if it is attempted to be shifted from P to any 
other position without depressing the brake pedal. If the shift lever can be
shifted from P, there may be a problem with the shift lock system. Have the
vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer.
Use the correct tire chain size when mounting the snow chains.  
Chain size is regulated for each tire size. 
Regulations regarding the use of tire chains vary depending on loca- 
tion and type of road. Always check local regulations before installing 
chains.
When driving the vehicle
When parking the vehicle (in the winter time or in the cold lati- 
tudes)
Selecting tire chains
Regulations on the use of tire chains 
     
        
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5597-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Rotate the tires in the order shown.
To equalize tire wear and help extend tire life, Toyota recommends that tire 
rotation is carried out approximately every 10000 km (6000 miles).
■ When to replace your vehicle’s tires 
Tires should be replaced if: 
● The treadwear indicators are showing on a tire. 
● You have tire damage such as cuts, splits, cracks deep enough to expose 
the fabric, and bulges indicating internal damage 
● A tire goes flat repeatedly or cannot be properly repaired due to the size or 
location of a cut or other damage 
If you are not sure, consult with any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota 
authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer. 
■ Tire life 
Any tire over 6 years old must be checked by a qualified technician even if it 
has seldom or never been used or damage is not obvious. 
■ If the tread on snow tires wears down below 4 mm (0.16 in.) 
The effectiveness of the tires as snow tires is lost.
Tire rotation
Vehicles with spare tire of a dif- 
ferent wheel type from the
installed tires
Vehicles with spare tire of the
same wheel type as the
installed tires
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5637-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Wheels
When replacing wheels, care should be taken to ensure that they are 
equivalent to those removed in load capacity, diameter, rim width and 
inset*. 
Replacement wheels are available at any authorized Toyota retailer or 
Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
*: Conventionally referred to as “offset”.
Toyota does not recommend using the following: 
● Wheels of different sizes or types 
● Used wheels 
● Bent wheels that have been straightened 
● Use only Toyota wheel nuts and wrenches designed for use with 
your aluminum wheels. 
● When rotating, repairing or changing your tires, check that the 
wheel nuts are still tight after driving 1600 km (1000 miles). 
● Be careful not to damage the aluminum wheels when using tire 
chains. 
● Use only Toyota genuine balance weights or equivalent and a plas- 
tic or rubber hammer when balancing your wheels.
If a wheel is bent, cracked or heavily corroded, it should be
replaced. Otherwise, the tire may separate from the wheel or 
cause a loss of handling control.
Wheel selection
Aluminum wheel precautions (if equipped) 
     
        
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6238-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
Chock the tires. 
Remove the wheel ornament, using the beveled end of the wheel 
nut wrench as shown.
To protect the wheel ornament, place a rag between the wheel nut wrench 
and the wheel ornament.
Replacing a flat tire
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Flat tireWheel chock positions
FrontLeft-hand sideBehind the rear right-hand side tire
Right-hand sideBehind the rear left-hand side tire
RearLeft-hand sideIn front of the front right-hand side tire
Right-hand sideIn front of the front left-hand side tire
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6288-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Lower the vehicle. 
Firmly tighten each wheel nut 
two or three times in the order 
shown in the illustration. 
Tightening torque:  
105 N•m (10.7 kgf•m, 77 ft•lbf) 
Vehicles with spare tire of the same wheel type as the installed 
tires: Reinstall the wheel ornament.
Type A 
Align the cutout of the wheel 
ornament with the valve stem 
as shown.
Type B
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