2021 TOYOTA HILUX Owners Manual (in English)

5758-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
If a war ning message is displayed
Master warning light
The master warning light also
comes on or flashes in order to
indicate that a message is cur-
rently being displayed on the multi-
information display.
Multi-information display
Handling method
Follow the instructions of the mes-
sage on the multi-information dis-
play.
If any of the warning messages comes on again after the following
actions have been performed, contact any authorized Toyota retailer
or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
: If equipped
The multi-information display shows warnings of system mal-
functions, incorrectly performed operations, and messages that
indicate a need for maintenance. When a message is shown,
perform the correction procedure appropriate to the message.
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5768-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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The warning lights and warning buzzers operate as follows depending
on the content of the message. If a message indicates the need for
inspection by a dealer, have the vehicle inspected by any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer
immediately.
The operation of the warning lights and warning buzzers may differ
from those stated. In this case, perform the correction procedure
according to the displayed message.
*: A buzzer sounds the first time a message is shown on the multi-informa-
tion display.
Messages and warnings
System
warning
light
Warning
buzzer*Warning
Comes on Comes on Sounds Indicates an important situation, such
as when a system related to driving is
malfunctioning or that danger may
result if the correction procedure is not
performedComes onSounds
Comes on
or flashesSounds
Indicates an important situation, such
as when the systems shown on the
multi-information display may be mal-
functioning
FlashesSounds
Indicates a situation, such as when
damage to the vehicle or danger may
result
Comes onDoes not
sound
Indicates a condition, such as mal-
function of electrical components, their
condition, or indicates the need for
maintenance
FlashesDoes not
sound
Indicates a situation, such as when an
operation has been performed incor-
rectly, or indicates how to perform an
operation correctly

5778-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
QWarning messages
The warning messages explained below may differ from the actual messages
according to operation conditions and vehicle specifications.
Q If a message about an operation is shown
O If a message about an operation of the engine switch is shown
An instruction for operation of the engine switch is shown when the incor-
rect procedure for starting the engine is performed or the engine switch is
operated incorrectly. Follow the instructions shown on the multi-information
display to operate the engine switch again.
O If a message about a shift lever operation is shown
To prevent the shift lever from being operated incorrectly or the vehicle from
moving unexpectedly, a message that requires shifting the shift lever may
be shown on the multi-information display. In that case, follow the instruc-
tion of the message and shift the shift lever.
O If a message or image about an open/close state of a part or replenishment
of a consumable is shown
Confirm the part indicated by the multi-information display or a warning
light, and then perform the coping method such as closing the open door or
replenishing a consumable.
Q If is shown
The engine oil pressure is too low. (This warning message may be displayed
if the vehicle is stopped on a slope. Move the vehicle to a level surface and
check to see if the message goes off.)
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repai rer, or any reliable repairer. Continu-
ing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
Q If “Accelerator and Brake Pedals Pressed Simultaneously” is shown
The accelerator and brake pedal are being depressed simultaneously.
( P. 195)
Release the accelerator pedal and depress the brake pedal.
Q If “Windshield washer fluid low” is shown
The washer fluid level is low.
Add washer fluid. ( P. 4 9 8 )

5788-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Q If “Oil maintenance required soon” is shown
The engine oil is scheduled to be changed.
Check the engine oil, and change if necessary. After changing the engine oil,
the oil change system should be reset. ( P. 491)
For Russia, Armenia, Ukraine, Byelarus, Moldova, Bosnia Herzegovina, Mon-
tenegro, Serbia and Macedonia: You have forgotten to reset the oil change
system. Change the engine oil in accordance with the maintenance schedule.
Q If “Oil maintenance required” is shown
The engine oil is scheduled to be changed.
Check and change the engine oil, and oil filter by any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer. After changing
the engine oil, the oil change system should be reset. ( P. 491)
For Russia, Armenia, Ukraine, Byelarus, Moldova, Bosnia Herzegovina, Mon-
tenegro, Serbia and Macedonia: You have forgotten to reset the oil change
system. Change the engine oil in accordance with the maintenance schedule.
Q If “Differential oil temp high Shift to 2WD mode Cooling time required” or
“Differential oil temp high Co oling time required” is shown
The differential oil temperature is too high.
Turn the front-wheel drive control switch to H2, and reduce the vehicle speed
or stop the vehicle in a safe place. ( P. 331)
Q If “Engine oil level low Add or replace” is shown
The engine oil level is low. (This warning message may be displayed if the
vehicle is stopped on a slope. Move the vehicle to a level surface and check
to see if the message goes off.)
Check the level of the engine oil and add or replace oil if necessary.
( P. 479)
Q If “Power turned off to save battery” is shown
Power was turned off due to the automatic power off function.
Next time when starting the engine, increase the engine speed slightly and
maintain that level for approximately 5 minutes to recharge the battery.
Q If “DPF full Manual regeneration required See owner’s manual” is shown
The deposit collected in the filter needs to be regenerated. ( P. 371)
Q If “DPF regeneration in progress” is shown
Regeneration is being automatically carried out by the DPF system.
( P. 370)

5798-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
QIf a message that indicates the malfunction of front camera is shown
The following systems may be suspended until the problem shown in the
message is resolved. ( P. 271, 566)
O PCS (Pre-Collision System)*
OLDA (Lane Departure Alert With Yaw Assist Function)*
ORSA (Road Sign Assist)*
ODynamic radar cruise control*
*: If equipped
Q If a message that indicates the malfunction of radar sensor is shown
The following systems may be suspended until the problem shown in the
message is resolved. ( P. 271, 566)
O PCS (Pre-Collision System)*
OLDA (Lane Departure Alert With Yaw Assist Function)*
ODynamic radar cruise control*
*: If equipped
Q If “See owner’s manual” is shown
O If the following messages are shown, follow the instructions accordingly.
• “Engine Coolant Temp High Stop in a Safe Place” ( P. 610)
• “Transmission fluid temp high” ( P. 238)
• “Water accumulation in fuel filter” ( P. 499)
• “AdBlue Level Low Fill up AdBlue in 2400 km” ( P. 502)
• “AdBlue level Low No start in 800 km Top up AdBlue” ( P. 502)
• “AdBlue empty Unable to Restart Engine Fill up AdBlue” ( P. 502)
•“DPF full” ( P. 371)
• “Front Camera Temporarily Unavailable” ( P. 271)
O If “Smart Entry & Start System malfunction” is shown, this may be a mal-
function.
Immediately have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota retailer or
Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
O If “Low Braking Power Stop in a Safe Place” is shown, there may be a mal-
function. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact any
authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
O If the following messages are shown, there may be a malfunction. Immedi-
ately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
• “Charging System Malfunction Stop in a Safe Place”
• “Oil Pressure Low Stop in a Safe Place”

5808-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Q If “Radar Cruise Control Temporarily Unavailable See Owner’s Manual”
is shown
The dynamic radar cruise control system is suspended temporarily or until the
problem shown in the message is resolved. (causes and coping methods:
 P. 271)
Q If “Radar Cruise Control Unavailable” is shown
The dynamic radar cruise control system cannot be used temporarily. Use the
system when it becomes available again.
Q If “Visit your dealer” is shown
The system or part shown on the multi- information display is malfunctioning.
Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota autho-
rized repairer, or any reliable repairer immediately.
Q Warning buzzer
In some cases, the buzzer may not be heard due to being in a noisy location
or audio sound.
WARNING
Q If a warning light comes on or a warning buzzer sounds when a warn-
ing message is shown
Check and follow the message shown on the multi-information display. Fail-
ure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
Q While the engine oil level warning is shown
Continued engine operation with lo w engine oil will damage the engine.
Q If “Water accumulation in fuel filter See owner’s manual” is shown
Never drive the vehicle if the warning message is displayed. Continued driv-
ing with water accumulated in the fuel filter will damage the fuel injection
pump.

5818-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
If you have a flat tire
OStop the vehicle in a safe place on a hard, flat surface.
O Set the parking brake.
O Shift the shift lever to P (automatic transmission) or R (manual
transmission).
O Stop the engine.
O Turn on the emergency flashers. (P. 554)
Your vehicle is equipped with a spare tire. The flat tire can be
replaced with the spare tire.
For details about tires: P. 5 0 7
WARNING
QIf you have a flat tire
Do not continue driving with a flat tire.
Driving even a short distance with a flat tire can damage the tire and the
wheel beyond repair, which could result in an accident.
Before jacking up the vehicle
Location of the spare tire

5828-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Single-cab models
The jack and tools are stored
behind the seat.
Smart-cab models
The jack and tools are stored
under the lid.
Double-cab models
The jack and tools are stored
under the bottom cushion.
Location of the jack and tools