2021 TOYOTA C-HR engine overheat

1984-2. Driving procedures
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■Parking brake operation
●When the engine switch is not in the “ON” position (vehicles without a smart
key system) or IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with a smart key syst em), the
parking brake cannot be released using the parking brake switch .
● When the engine switch is not in the “ON” position (vehicles without a smart
key system) or IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with a smart key syst em),
automatic mode (automatic brake setting and releasing) is not a vailable.
■ Automatic release function
The parking brake is automatical ly released when slowly depress the acceler-
ator pedal.
The parking brake will be released automatically under the foll owing condi-
tions:
● The driver’s door is closed.
● The driver’s seatbelt is fastened.
● Shift the shift lever is in a forward or reverse position.
● The malfunction indicator lamp or brake system warning light is not illumi-
nated.
If the automatic release function does not operate, manually re lease the park-
ing brake.
■ If “EPB Frequently Operated, Wait a Minute.” is displayed on th e
multi-information display
If the parking brake is operated repeatedly over a short period of time, the
system may restrict operation to prevent overheating. If this happens, refrain
from operating the parking brake. Normal operation will return after about 1
minute.
■ If “EPB Activation Incomplete.” or “EPB Unavailable.” is displa yed on
the multi-information display
Operate the parking brake switch. If the message does not disappear after
operating the switch several times, the system may be malfuncti oning. Have
the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
■ Parking brake operation sound
When the parking brake operates, a motor sound (whirring sound) may be
heard. This does not indicate a malfunction.

3034-5. Using the driving support systems
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Automatic reactivation of TRAC and VSC systems
After turning the TRAC and VSC systems off, the systems will be automati-
cally re-enabled in the following situations:
● Vehicles without a smart key system: When the engine switch is turned to
the “LOCK” position
Vehicles with a smart key system: When the engine switch is tur ned off
● If only the TRAC system is turned off, the TRAC will turn on wh en vehicle
speed increases
If both the TRAC and VSC systems are turned off, automatic re-e nabling will
not occur when vehicle speed increases.
■ Operating conditions of Active Cornering Assist
The system operates when the following occurs:
●TRAC/VSC can operate
● The driver is attempting to accelerate while turning
● The system detects that the vehicle is drifting to the outer si de
● The brake pedal is released
■ Reduced effectiveness of the EPS system
The effectiveness of the EPS system is reduced to prevent the s ystem from
overheating when there is frequent steering input over an exten ded period of
time. The steering wheel may feel heavy as a result. Should thi s occur, refrain
from excessive steering input or stop the vehicle and turn the engine off. The
EPS system should return to normal within 10 minutes.
■ Operating conditions of hill-start assist control
When the following four conditions are met, the hill-start assi st control will
operate:
● The shift lever is in a position other than P or N (when starting off forward/
backward on an upward incline).
● The vehicle is stopped.
● The accelerator pedal is not depressed.
● The parking brake is not engaged.
■ Automatic system cancelation of hill-start assist control
The hill-start assist control will turn off in any of the following situations:
● The shift lever is shifted to P or N.
● The accelerator pedal is depressed.
● The parking brake is engaged.
● 2 seconds at maximum elapsed after the brake pedal is released.

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7When trouble arises
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Emergency flashers .......... 422
If your vehicle has to be stopped in
an emergency ................. 423
If the vehicle is trapped in rising water..... 425 7-2. Steps to
take in an emergency
If your vehicle needs to be towed .............................. 426
If you think something is wrong ......... 432
Fuel pump shut off system ............................ 433
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds ............................ 434
If a warning message is displayed......................... 444
If you have a flat tire.......... 449
If the engine will not start ................................. 460
If the electronic key does not operate properly
(vehicles with a
smart key system) ........... 462
If the vehicle battery is discharged ...................... 465
If your vehicle overheats ... 470
If the vehicle becomes stuck ............................... 473

4707-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If your vehicle overheats
●The needle of the engine coolant temperature gauge ( P. 9 6 )
enters the red zone or a loss of engine power is experienced (f or
example, the vehicle speed does not increase).
● Steam comes out f rom under the hood.
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air condition ing sys-
tem, and then stop the engine.
If you see steam:
Carefully lift the hood after the steam subsides.
If you do not see steam:
Carefully lift the hood.
After the engine has cooled
down sufficiently, inspect the
hoses and radiator core (radia-
tor) for any leaks. Radiator
Cooling fan
If a large amount of coolant
leaks, immediately contact your
Toyota dealer.
The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating.
Correction procedures
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Care................................... 340, 344Aluminum wheels.................. 341
Exterior ................................. 340
Interior................................... 344
Seat belts .............................. 345
Cargo capacity ......................... 177
Cargo hooks............................. 330
Chains....................................... 307
Child restraint system ............... 57 Fixed with a LATCH system ... 69
Fixed with a seat belt .............. 63
Front passenger occupant classification syst em............. 48
Points to remember ................ 57
Riding with children................. 56
Types of child restraint system installation method ............... 59
Using an anchor bracket ......... 72 Child safety ................................ 56
Airbag precautions.................. 37
Battery precautions....... 372, 468
Child restraint system ............. 57
How your child should
wear the seat belt ................. 30
Installing child restraints ......... 59
Power window lock switch .... 157
Power window precautions ... 160
Rear door child-protectors .... 124
Removed wireless remote control
battery precautions............. 400
Seat belt extender
precautions........................... 33
Seat belt precautions .............. 32
Seat heater precautions ....... 321
Child-protectors ...................... 124
Cleaning ........................... 340, 344 Aluminum wheels ................. 341
Exterior ................................. 340
Interior .................................. 344
Seat belts.............................. 345
Condenser................................ 366
Console box ............................. 327
Consumption screen............... 107
Continuously variable transmission.......................... 190 If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ..................... 193
M mode................................. 191
Cooling system........................ 365 Engine overheating............... 470
Cruise control .......................... 266
Cup holders ............................. 329
Curtain shield airbags............... 34
Customizable features ............ 500
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Eco Driving Indicator ................ 95
Electric Power Steering (EPS)....................................... 301 Warning light ......................... 435
Electronic key .......................... 112
Battery-saving function ......... 135
If the electronic key does not operate properly ................. 462
Replacing the battery ............ 397
Emergency, in case of If a warning buzzer sounds ... 434
If a warning light turns on...... 434
If a warning message is displayed ............................ 444
If the battery is discharged.... 465
If the electronic key does not operate properly ................. 462
If the engine will not start ...... 460
If the vehicle is trapped in rising water ......................... 425
If you have a flat tire ............. 449
If you think something is wrong .............................. 432
If your vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 473
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ... 423
If your vehicle needs to be towed .................................. 426
If your vehicle overheats ....... 470 Emergency flashers ................ 422
Engine ...................................... 478
ACCESSORY mode ............. 184
Compartment ........................ 361
Engine switch ............... 180, 183
Hood ..................................... 358
How to start the engine ........................ 180, 183
Identification number ............ 477
If the engine will not start ...... 460
Ignition switch (engine switch) ........... 180, 183
Overheating .......................... 470
Engine coolant......................... 365
Capacity................................ 480
Checking............................... 365
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 306
Warning light......................... 437
Engine coolant temperature
gauge ....................................... 96
Engine immobilizer system ...... 84
Engine oil ................................. 362 Capacity................................ 478
Checking............................... 362
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 306
Engine switch .................. 180, 183
EPS (Electric Power Steering) ..... 301
Warning light......................... 435
Event data recorder (EDR).......... 9
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Noise from under vehicle............ 6
Odometer.................................... 96
OilEngine oil .............................. 478
Opener Back door.............................. 128
Fuel filler door ....................... 222
Hood ..................................... 358
Outside rear view mirrors ....... 154
Adjusting and folding ............ 154
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ..... 283
Outside rear view mirror defoggers ........................... 315
RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert) ... 292
Outside temperature display ...................................... 96
Overheating, Engine................ 470 Parking brake........................... 196
Operation ...................... 196, 197
Parking brake engaged
warning buzzer/message ... 199
Warning light......................... 436
Parking lights........................... 204 Light switch ........................... 204
Replacing light bulbs ............ 417
PCS (Pre-Collision system) .... 231 Enabling/disabling the system .......... ...................... 236
Personal lights......................... 325 Wattage ................................ 483
Power outlet ............................. 337
Power steering......................... 301
Warning light......................... 435
Power windows ....................... 157
Jam protection function ........ 158
Operation .............................. 157
Window lock switch .............. 157
Pre-Collision system (PCS) .... 231 Enabling/disabling the system .......... ...................... 236
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