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Vehicles without vanity light
Open the cover.
Vehicles with vanity light
Open the cover.
The light turns on when the cover
is opened.
Adjust the brightness of the
light.
Vanity mirrors
NOTICE
To prevent battery discharge, do not leave the vanity lights on for extended
periods while the engine is not running.
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■The power outlets can be used when
12 V DC
The engine switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position.
120 V AC
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
NOTICE
●To avoid damaging the power outlets, close the power outlet lid when the
power outlet is not in use.
Foreign objects or liquids that enter the power outlet may cause a short
circuit.
● To prevent blown fuse:
12 V DC
Do not use an accessory that uses more than 12 V 10 A.
120 V AC
Do not use a 120 V AC appliance that requires more than 100 W.
If a 120 V AC appliance that consumes more than 100 W is used, the pro-
tection circuit will cut the power supply.
● To prevent battery discharge, do not use the power outlet longer than nec-
essary when the engine is not running.
● The following 120 V AC appliances may not operate properly even if their
power consumption is under 100 W:
• Appliances with high initial peak wattage
• Measuring devices that process precise data
• Other appliances that require an extremely stable power supply
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Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior .......... 378
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ........... 381
6-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ................... 384
General maintenance........ 386
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs......................... 389
6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service precautions ..................... 390
Hood ................................. 393
Engine compartment ......... 394
Tires .................................. 405
Tire inflation pressure ....... 416
Wheels .............................. 419
Air conditioning filter.......... 422
Wireless remote control battery ............................. 424
Checking and replacing fuses ............................... 426
Light bulbs......................... 429
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High pressure car washes
●Do not allow the nozzles of the car wash to come within close p roximity of
the windows.
● Before using the car wash, check that the fuel filler door on your vehicle is
closed properly.
■ Aluminum wheels
●Remove any dirt immediately by using a neutral detergent.
● Wash detergent off with water immediately after use.
● To protect the paint from damage, make sure to observe the following pre-
cautions.
• Do not use acidic, alkaline or abrasive detergent
• Do not use hard brushes
• Do not use detergent on the wheels when they are hot, such as after driv-
ing or parking in hot weather
■ Bumpers and side moldings
Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners.
WARNING
■When washing the vehicle
Do not apply water to the inside of the engine compartment. Doing so may
cause the electrical components, etc., to catch fire.
■ Precautions regarding the exhaust pipe
Exhaust gases cause the exhaust pipe to become quite hot.
When washing the vehicle, be careful not to touch the pipe unti l it has
cooled sufficiently, as touching hot exhaust pipe can cause burns.
■ Precaution regarding the Blind Spot Monitor
If the paint of the rear bumper is chipped or scratched, the system may mal-
function. If this occurs, consult your Toyota dealer.
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Resetting the message indicating maintenance is required (U.S.A. only)
After the required maintenance is performed according to the ma intenance
schedule, please reset the reminder light or message.
To reset the reminder light or message, follow the procedure described
below:
Press “<“ or “>” of the meter control switches, select on the multi infor-
mation display.
Press “ ” or “ ” of the meter control switches and select “Vehicle Settings”,
and then press .
Press “ ” or “ ” of the meter control switches, select “Maintenance Reset”
and then press .
Select the “Yes” and press .
■ Allow inspection and repairs to be performed by a Toyota dealer
●Toyota technicians are well-trained specialists and are kept up to date with
the latest service information. They are well informed about the operations
of all systems on your vehicle.
● Keep a copy of the repair order. It proves that the maintenance that has
been performed is under warranty coverage. If any problem shoul d arise
while your vehicle is under warranty, your Toyota dealer will p romptly take
care of it.
WARNING
■ If your vehicle is not properly maintained
Improper maintenance could result in serious damage to the vehi cle and
possible death or serious injury.
■ Handling of the battery
● Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and a wide variety of automobile
components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of Cali fornia to
cause cancer and birth defects and other reproductive harm. Work in a
well ventilated area.
● Oils, fuels and fluids contained in vehicles as well as waste produced by
component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of Califor-
nia to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive har m. Avoid
exposure and wash any affected area immediately.
● Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds which are known to cause brain damage. Wash your hands
after handling. ( P. 402)
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General maintenance
Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be
performed at the intervals specified in the “Owner’s Warranty
Information Booklet” or “Own er’s Manual Supplement/Sched-
uled Maintenance Guide”. It is recommended that any problem
you notice should be brought to the attention of your Toyota
dealer or qualified s ervice shop for advice.
Engine compartment
ItemsCheck points
BatteryCheck the connections. (P. 402)
Brake fluidIs the brake fluid at the correct level? ( P. 400)
Engine coolantIs the engine coolant at the correct level? (P. 398)
Engine oilIs the engine oil at the correct level? (P. 395)
Exhaust systemThere should not be any fumes or strange sounds.
Power steering fluidIs the power steering fluid at the correct level?
(P. 401)
Radiator/condenserThe radiator and condenser should be free from
foreign objects. ( P. 399)
Washer fluidIs there sufficient washer fluid? (P. 404)
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Vehicle exterior
ItemsCheck points
Doors• Do the doors operate smoothly?
Engine hood• Does the engine hood lock system work properly?
Fluid leaks• There should not be any signs of fluid leakageafter the vehicle has been parked.
Tires
• Is the tire inflation pressure correct?
• The tires should not be damaged or excessively
worn.
• Have the tires been rotated according to the maintenance schedule?
• The wheel nuts should not be loose.
Windshield wipers/
rear window wiper
• The wiper blades should not show any signs of cracking, splitting, wear, contamination or defor-
mation.
• The wiper blades should clear the windshield/rear
window without streaking or skipping.
WARNING
■If the engine is running
Turn the engine off and ensure that there is adequate ventilation before per-
forming maintenance checks.
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Do-it-yourself ser vice precautions
If you perform maintenance by yourself, be sure to follow the
correct procedure as given in these sections.
ItemsParts and tools
Battery condition
( P. 4 0 2 )• Warm water• Baking soda• Grease
• Conventional wrench (for terminal clamp bolts)
Brake fluid level
( P. 4 0 0 )
• FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703 brake fluid
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding brake fluid)
Engine coolant
level ( P. 398)
• “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
For the U.S.A.:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is pre-mixed with
50% coolant and 50 % deionized water.
For Canada:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is pre-mixed with
55 % coolant and 45 % deionized water.
• Funnel (used only for adding coolant)
Engine oil level
( P. 3 9 5 )
• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding engine oil)