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6-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior .......... 448
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ........... 452
6-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ................... 455
General maintenance ........ 458
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs ......................... 461
6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ..................... 462
Hood.................................. 464
Engine compartment ......... 465
Tires .................................. 478
Tire inflation pressure........ 487
Wheels .............................. 490
Air conditioning filter .......... 492
Electronic key battery ........ 494
Checking and replacing fuses ............................... 496
Headlight aim .................... 500
Light bulbs ......................... 502 7-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers ........... 514
If your vehicle has to be stopped in
an emergency.................. 515
If the vehicle is trapped in rising water .................. 516
7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If your vehicle needs to be towed ...................... 517
If you think something is wrong............................... 523
Fuel pump shut off system ............................. 524
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds ............................. 525
If a warning message is displayed ......................... 534
If you have a flat tire .......... 539
If the engine will not start ................................. 553
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........ 555
If the vehicle battery is discharged ....................... 558
If your vehicle overheats.... 561
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................ 564
6Maintenance and care7When trouble arises
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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.
Reservoir cap
“F”
“L”
If the level is on or below the “L”
line, add coolant up to the “F” line.
■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-bora te coolant with
long-life hybrid organic acid technology.
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mixture of 50 % coolant and 50 %
deionized water. (Minimum temperature: -31 F [-35 C])
For more details about engine coolant, contact your Toyota deal er.
■ If the coolant level drops within a short time of replenishing
Visually check the radiator, hoses, engine coolant reservoir cap, radiator cap,
drain cock and water pump. If you cannot find a leak, have your Toyota dealer
test the cap and check for leaks in the cooling system.
Engine coolant
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WARNING
■When the engine is hot
Do not remove the radiator 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 cor rect 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 damage to parts or paint.
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Maintenance and care
If any washer does not work or the
warning message appears on the
multi-information display, the
washer tank may be empty. Add
washer fluid.
Washer fluid
WARNING
■When adding washer fluid
Do not add washer fluid when the engine is hot or running as wa sher fluid
contains alcohol and may catch fire if spilled on the engine et c.
NOTICE
■Do not use any fluid ot her than washer fluid
Do not use soapy water or engine antifreeze instead of washer f luid.
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 s praying.
■ Diluting washer fluid
Dilute washer fluid with water as necessary.
Refer to the freezing temperatures listed on the label of the washer fluid bot-
tle.
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7-1. Essential informationEmergency flashers .......... 514
If your vehicle has to be stopped in
an emergency ................. 515
If the vehicle is trapped in rising water.................. 516
7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If your vehicle needs to be towed ..................... 517
If you think something is wrong .............................. 523
Fuel pump shut off system ............................ 524
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds ............................ 525
If a warning message is displayed......................... 534
If you have a flat tire.......... 539
If the engine will not start ................................. 553
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........ 555
If the vehicle battery is discharged ...................... 558
If your vehicle overheats ... 561
If the vehicle becomes stuck ............................... 564
