2020 TOYOTA HILUX Owners Manual (in English)

729What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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●Vehicles with manual transmission:
Do you turn the key with the clutch pedal depressed firmly? ( P. 282)
●Vehicles with automatic transmission:
Is the shift lever in P? ( P. 2 8 2 )
●Is the steering wheel unlocked? (P. 284)
●Is the battery discharged? (P. 672)
●Did you press the engine switch while firmly depressing the brake pedal?
( P. 285)
●Vehicles with automatic transmission:
Is the shift lever in P? ( P. 2 8 5 )
●Is the electronic key anywhere detectable inside the vehicle? (P. 199)
●Is the steering wheel unlocked? (P. 290)
●Is the electronic key battery weak or depleted?
In this case, the engine can be started in a temporary way. ( P. 669)
●Is the battery discharged? (P. 672)
●Vehicles without smart entry & start system:
Is the engine switch in the “ON” position?
If you cannot release the shift lever by depressing the brake pedal with the
engine switch in the “ON” position: P. 298
●Vehicles with smart entry & start system:
Is the engine switch in IGNITION ON mode?
If you cannot release the shift lever by depressing the brake pedal with the
engine switch in IGNITION ON mode: P. 298
If you think something is wrong
The engine does not start
(vehicles without smart entry & start system)
The engine does not start
(vehicles with smart entry & start system)
The shift lever cannot be shifted from P even if you depress
the brake pedal (vehicles with automatic transmission)

730What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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●Vehicles without smart entry & start system:
It is locked to prevent theft of the vehicle if the key is removed from the
engine switch. ( P. 2 8 4 )
●Vehicles with smart entry & start system:
It is locked automatically to prevent theft of the vehicle. ( P. 290)
●Is the window lock switch pressed?
The power window except for the one at the driver’s seat cannot be oper-
ated if the window lock switch is pressed. ( P. 249)
●The auto power off function will be operated if the vehicle is left in ACCES-
SORY or IGNITION ON mode (the engine is not operating) for a period of
time. ( P. 289)
●The seat belt reminder light is flashing
Are the driver and passengers wearing the seat belts? ( P. 638)
●The parking brake indicator light is on
Is the parking brake released? ( P. 307)
Depending on the situation, other types of warning buzzer may also sound.
( P. 634, 643)
●Did anyone inside the vehicle open a door during setting the alarm?
The sensor detects it and the alarm sounds. ( P. 129)
To stop the alarm, turn the engine switch to the “ON” position (vehicles with-
out smart entry & start system) or IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with smart
entry & start system) or start the engine.
The steering wheel cannot be turned after the engine is
stopped
The windows do not open or close by operating the power
window switches (if equipped)
The engine switch is turned off automatically
(vehicles with smart entry & start system)
A warning buzzer sounds during driving
An alarm is activated and the horn sounds (if equipped)

731What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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●Is the message displayed on the multi-information display?
Check the message on the multi-information display.
●When a warning light turns on or a warning message is displayed, refer to
P. 634, 643.
●Stop the vehicle in a safe place and replace the flat tire with the spare tire.
( P. 649)
●Try the procedure for when the vehicle becomes stuck in mud, dirt, or
snow. ( P. 683)
A warning buzzer sounds when leaving the vehicle
(vehicles with smart entry & start system)
A warning light turns on or a warning message is displayed
When a problem has occurred
If you have a flat tire
The vehicle becomes stuck

732Alphabetical index
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Alphabetical index
A/C..................................... 518, 526
Air conditioning filter.............. 597
Automatic air conditioning
system ................................ 526
Manual air conditioning
system ................................ 518
ABS (Anti-lock Brake
System) .................................. 422
Function ................................ 422
Warning light ......................... 635
Access panels .......................... 194
AdBlue™................................... 585
Capacity ................................ 587
Low AdBlue™ level
warning light ....................... 639
Refilling ................................. 587
Air conditioning filter .............. 597
Air conditioning
system ............................ 518, 526
Air conditioning filter.............. 597
Automatic air conditioning
system ................................ 526
Manual air conditioning
system ................................ 518
Airbags ....................................... 47
Airbag manual on-off
system .................................. 64
Airbag operating
conditions ............................. 55
Airbag precautions for
your child .............................. 49
Airbag warning light .............. 635
Correct driving posture............ 40
Curtain shield airbag
operating conditions ............. 55
Curtain shield airbag
precautions ........................... 51
Front passenger occupant
classification system ............. 59
General airbag
precautions........................... 49
Locations of airbags................ 47
Modification and
disposal of airbags ............... 53
Side airbag operating
conditions ............................. 55
Side airbag precautions .......... 51
Side and curtain shield
airbags operating
conditions ............................. 55
Side and curtain shield
airbags precautions .............. 51
SRS airbags............................ 47
Airbag manual on-off
system ...................................... 64
Alarm ........................................ 129
Antenna ............................ 454, 556
Antennas (smart entry &
start system) .......................... 198
Anti-lock brake system
(ABS) ...................................... 422
Function ................................ 422
Warning light ......................... 635
Armrest ..................................... 553
Audio input*............ 465, 473, 480
Audio system ........................... 442
Antenna ........................ 454, 556
Audio input ............................ 447
AUX port ............................... 447
Bluetooth® audio................... 501
CD player ............................. 455
iPod....................................... 465
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 455
Optimal use........................... 448
Portable music
player.................................. 480
Radio .................................... 450
Steering wheel audio
switches.............................. 444
USB memory ........................ 473
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Automatic air conditioning
system
Air conditioning filter.............. 597
Automatic air conditioning
system ................................ 526
Automatic disconnecting
differential .............................. 398
Automatic light
control system ....................... 312
Automatic transmission .......... 293
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ..................... 298
AUX port*................................. 480
Auxiliary boxes ........................ 544
Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 618
Wattage................................. 714
Battery
Battery checking ................... 578
If the vehicle battery is
discharged .......................... 672
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 438
Warning light ......................... 634
Bluetooth®*.............................. 508
Audio system ........................ 501
Hands-free system
(for cellular phone).............. 481
Registering/removing a
Bluetooth® device ............... 489
Selecting a Bluetooth®
device ......................... 490, 491
Wireless
communication ................... 481
Bluetooth® audio*................... 481
Bluetooth® phone*.................. 481
Deleting the call history......... 496
Making a call ......................... 503
Managing speed dials ........... 503
Managing the contacts.......... 498
Phone settings ...................... 494
Receiving a call..................... 505
Speaking on the phone ......... 503
Bottle holders .......................... 543
Brake
Fluid ...................................... 710
Override system warning
light..................................... 637
Parking brake........................ 307
Warning light ......................... 634
Brake assist ............................. 422
Break-in tips ............................. 257
Brightness control
Instrument panel light
control................................. 144
Care
Aluminum wheels.................. 557
Exterior ................................. 556
Interior................................... 560
Seat belts .............................. 561
CD player*................................ 455
Chains....................................... 439
Child restraint system ............... 67
Child restraint system
installation method ............... 91
Fixed with a seat belt .............. 92
Fixed with an ISOFIX lower
anchorage ............................ 94
Points to remember ................ 68
Riding with children................. 66
Using a top tether
anchorage ............................ 97
B
C
*: Refer to “Navigation and multimedia system Owner’s manual”.

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Child safety ................................ 66
Airbag precautions .................. 49
Battery precautions ....... 581, 676
Child restraint system ............. 67
How your child should
wear the seat belt ................. 44
Installing child restraints.... 92, 95
Power window lock
switch.................................. 249
Power window precautions ... 251
Rear door child-protectors .... 191
Removed key battery
precautions ......................... 601
Seat belt precautions .............. 46
Seat heater precautions ........ 535
Child-protectors ....................... 191
Cleaning............................ 556, 560
Aluminum wheels .................. 557
Exterior.................................. 556
Interior ................................... 560
Seat belts .............................. 561
Clock ......................................... 549
Clutch........................................ 709
Coat hooks ............................... 553
Condenser ................................ 577
Console box ............................. 541
Cooling system
Engine overheating ............... 678
Cruise control
Cruise control ........................ 383
Dynamic radar cruise
control................................. 367
Cup holders .............................. 542
Curtain shield airbags ............... 47
DAC ........................................... 430
Daytime running light
system .................................... 312
Deck hooks .............................. 547
Defogger
Outside rear view
mirrors ........................ 519, 528
Rear window ................. 519, 528
Windshield .................... 519, 528
Differential
Oil ......................................... 709
Dimension ................................ 686
Display
Cruise control........................ 383
Dynamic radar cruise
control................................. 367
LDA (Lane Departure
Alert with Yaw Assist
Function) ............................ 362
Multi-information
display ........................ 147, 151
Trip information ............. 148, 153
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 566
Doors
Door glasses ......................... 248
Door lock............................... 188
Open door warning light........ 638
Outside rear view mirrors...... 245
Rear door child-protectors .... 191
Side doors............................. 188
Downhill assist control
system .................................... 430
DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter)
system .................................... 433
Warning light ......................... 637
Warning message ................. 646
Driver’s seat belt
reminder light ........................ 638
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Driving
Break-in tips .......................... 257
Correct posture ....................... 40
Procedures............................ 254
Winter drive tips .................... 438
Dynamic radar cruise
control .................................... 367
Function ................................ 367
Warning message ................. 643
Eco Driving Indicator....... 138, 140
Emergency flashers................. 624
Electronic key
If the electronic key does
not operate properly ........... 668
Replacing the battery ............ 599
Emergency, in case of
If a warning buzzer
sounds ................................ 634
If a warning light turns on ...... 634
If the electronic key does
not operate properly ........... 668
If the engine will not start ...... 666
If the vehicle battery is
discharged .......................... 672
If you have a flat tire.............. 649
If you lose your keys ............. 168
If you run out of fuel and
the engine stalls.................. 682
If you think something is
wrong .................................. 632
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 683
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an
emergency.......................... 625
If your vehicle needs to be
towed .................................. 627
If your vehicle overheats ....... 678
Engine
“ACC” position ...................... 283
Compartment ........................ 570
Engine switch................ 282, 285
Hood ..................................... 568
How to start the
engine......................... 282, 285
Identification number ............ 693
If the engine will not start ...... 666
If you run out of fuel and the
engine stalls ....................... 682
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an
emergency.......................... 625
Ignition switch
(engine switch) ........... 282, 285
Overheating .......................... 678
Engine coolant
Capacity ................................ 706
Checking ............................... 576
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 438
Engine coolant
temperature gauge ................ 144
Engine immobilizer system .... 105
Engine oil
Capacity ................................ 696
Checking ............................... 573
Oil level warning light ............ 639
Oil pressure warning light ..... 634
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 438
Engine oil maintenance
data ......................................... 575
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736Alphabetical index
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Engine switch
(ignition switch) ............. 282, 285
Auto power off function ......... 289
Changing the engine
switch modes...................... 288
Changing the engine
switch position .................... 283
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an
emergency.......................... 625
Starting the engine ........ 282, 285
Engine switch light
(ignition switch light) ............ 537
ERA-GLONASS ........................ 100
EVAK ......................................... 100
Flat tire ...................................... 649
Floor mat .................................... 38
Fluid
Automatic transmission ......... 708
Brake..................................... 710
Clutch .................................... 709
Steering................................. 711
Transfer................................. 709
Washer.................................. 582
Fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ..... 615, 618
Switch ................................... 315
Wattage................................. 714
Four-wheel drive system
Front-wheel drive control
switch.................................. 398
Warning light ......................... 636
Front fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 615
Switch ................................... 315
Wattage................................. 714
Front passenger occupant
classification system .............. 59
Front position lights
Light switch ........................... 308
Replacing light bulbs............. 611
Wattage ................................ 714
Front seats
Adjustment ............................ 234
Cleaning................................ 560
Correct driving posture ........... 40
Head restraints ..................... 239
Seat heaters ......................... 535
Front turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs............. 612
Turn signal lever ................... 306
Wattage ................................ 714
Fuel
Capacity ................................ 695
Fuel filter ............................... 583
Fuel gauge ............................ 143
Fuel pump shut off system.... 633
If you run out of fuel
and the engine stalls .......... 682
Information ............................ 715
Refueling............................... 320
Type ...................................... 695
Warning light ......................... 637
Fuel consumption
information ............................ 160
Fuel filler door.......................... 320
Refueling............................... 320
Fuel filter .......................... 583, 637
Fuel pump shut off system ..... 633
Fuses ........................................ 602
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