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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. 425)
■ 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.
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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Tire pressure warning
light
When the light comes on:
Low tire inflation pressure
such as
• Natural causes (
P. 403)
• Flat tire ( P. 4 2 5 ) Adjust the tire inflation
pressure to the specified
level.
The light will turn off after
a few minutes. In case the
light does not turn off
even if the tire inflation
pressure is adjusted,
have the system checked
by your Toyota dealer.
When the light comes on
after blinking for approxi-
mately one minute:
Malfunction in the tire pres-
sure warning system
( P. 4 0 4 ) Have the system checked
by your Toyota dealer.
Automatic transmission
fluid temperature warning
light (if equipped)
Indicates that the auto-
matic transmission fluid
temperature is too high. Stop the vehicle in a safe
place and shift the shift lever
to P.
If the light goes off after a lit-
tle while, the vehicle can be
driven. If the light does not
go off, contact your Toyota
dealer.
Master warning light (if
equipped) A buzzer sounds and the
warning light comes on and
flashes to indicate that the
master warning system has
detected a malfunction. P. 408
Warning lightWarning light/DetailsCorrection procedure
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Alphabetical index
A/C .................................... 268, 275
ABS........................................... 245
Air conditioning filter .............. 360
Air conditioning systemAir conditioning filter ............. 360
Automatic air conditioning system................................ 275
Manual air conditioning system................................ 268
Airbags
Airbag operating conditions ................... 103, 111
Airbag precautions for
your child............................ 120
Airbag warning light .............. 398
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions ........... 111
Curtain shield airbag precautions ........................ 120
Front passenger occupant classification system .......... 128
General airbag
precautions ........................ 120
Locations of airbags ............... 89
Modification and disposal of airbags ............. 124
Proper driving posture ......................... 87, 120
Side airbag operating conditions ........................... 111
Side airbag
precautions ........................ 120
Side and curtain shield airbags operating
conditions ........................... 111
Side and curtain shield airbags precautions............ 120
SRS airbag instructions for
Canadian owners ............... 496
SRS airbags ........................... 89 Alarm ...........................................82
Anti-lock brake system............245
Audio input ...............................286
Audio system
Audio input ............................286
AUX port................................286
iPod .......................................286
Portable music player............286
Steering wheel audio switches ..............................287
USB memory .........................286
USB port................................286
Automatic air conditioning
system ....................................275
Automatic headlight leveling system ....................................226
Automatic light control system ....................................222
Automatic transmission
Automatic transmission .........178
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P......................439
Manual mode ........................181
Mode select switch ................180
Paddle shift switches.............181
AUX port ...................................286
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs .............375
Wattage .................................469
Battery Checking ...............................339
If the vehicle has a discharged battery ..............445
Preparing and checking before winter .......................261
Bottle holders ...........................293
Brake
Fluid ......................................337
Parking brake ........................189A
B
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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 .......... 398
Seat belt reminder ................. 400
Smart key system.......... 410, 414
Warning lights
Automatic headlight leveling system .... ............... 398
Automatic transmission
fluid temperature
warning light........................ 400
Anti-lock brake
system ................................ 398
Brake assist system .............. 398
Brake system ........................ 396
Charging system .... ............... 397
Cruise control indicator light....................... 398
Electric power steering system warning light ........... 398
Electronic engine control
system ................................ 398 Engine oil pressure ............... 397
High engine coolant
temperature ........................ 397
Low fuel level ........................ 400
Low tire pressure .................. 400
Malfunction indicator lamp .................................... 398
Master warning light .............. 400
Open door ............................. 400
Pretensioners ........................ 398
Seat belt reminder
light ..................................... 400
Slip indicator light .................. 398
Smart key system ......... 410, 414
SRS airbags .......................... 398
Tire pressure warning system ................................ 400
Warning messages .................. 408
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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