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■ The initialization operation 
● Make sure to carry out initialization after adjusting the tire inflation pressure. 
Also,  make  sure  the  tires  are  cold  before  carrying  out  initiali zation  or  tire 
inflation pressure adjustment. 
● If you have accidentally turned the power switch off during initialization, it is 
not  necessary  to  press  the  reset  switch  again  as  initialization   will  restart 
automatically  when  the  power  switch  has  been  turned  to  ON  mode  for  the 
next time.  
● If you accidentally press the reset switch when initialization is not necessary, 
adjust  the  tire  inflation  pressure  to  the  specified  level  when  the  tires  are 
cold, and conduct initialization again. 
■ Warning performance of the tire pressure warning system 
The  warning  of  the  tire  pressure  warning  system  will  change  in  accordance 
with the conditions under which it was initialized. For this re ason, the system 
may  give  a  warning  even  if  the  tire  pressure  does  not  reach  a  l ow  enough 
level, or if the pressure is higher than the pressure that was  adjusted to when 
the system was initialized. 
■ When initialization of the tire pressure warning system has failed 
Initialization  can  be  completed  in  a  few  minutes.  However,  in  t he  following 
cases,  the  settings  have  not  been  recorded  and  the  system  will  not  operate 
properly.  If  repeated  attempts  to  record  tire  inflation  pressur e  settings  are 
unsuccessful, have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyo ta retailer or 
Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer as soon as  possible. 
● When  operating  the  initialization  of  the  system,  the  tire  pressure  warning 
light does not flash 3 times and the setting message does not a ppear on the 
multi-information display. 
● After  driving  for  a  certain  period  of  time  since  the  initialization  has  been 
completed, the warning light comes on after blinking for 1 minu te. 
■ Registering ID codes 
The ID codes of the tire pressure warning valve and transmitter s for two sets 
of wheels can be registered.  
It  is  not  necessary  to  register  the  ID  codes  when  replacing  nor mal  tires  with 
snow tires, if the ID codes for the wheels of both normal tires  and snow tires 
are registered beforehand.  
For  information  about changing  ID  codes,  ask  any  authorized Toy ota  retailer 
or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer. 
     
        
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WARNING
■When inspecting or replacing tires 
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents. 
Failure to do so may cause damage to parts of the drivetrain as  well as dan- 
gerous  handling  characteristics,  which  may lead  to an  accident  resulting in 
death or serious injury. 
● Do not mix tires of different makes, models or tread patterns. 
Also, do not mix tires of remarkably different treadwear. 
● Do not use tire sizes other than those recommended by Toyota. 
● Do  not  mix  differently  constructed  tires  (radial,  bias-belted  or  bias-ply 
tires). 
● Do not mix summer, all season and snow tires. 
● Do not use tires that have been used on another vehicle. 
Do not use tires if you do not know how they were used previous ly.  
● Vehicles  with  a  compact spare  tire:  Do not  tow  if  your  vehicle has  a  com- 
pact spare tire installed. 
■ When initializing the tire pressure warning system 
Do  not  initialize the  tire  pressure warning  system  without  firs t adjusting the 
tire  inflation  pressure  to  the  specified  level.  Otherwise,  the  tire  pressure 
warning light may not come on even if the tire inflation pressu re is low, or it 
may come on when the tire inflation pressure is actually normal . 
     
        
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Maintenance and care
NOTICE
■Repairing  or  replacing  tires,  wheels,  tire  pressure  warning  valves, 
transmitters and tire valve caps 
● When  removing  or  fitting  the  wheels,  tires  or  the  tire  pressure  warning 
valves  and  transmitters,  contact  any  authorized  Toyota  retailer  or Toyota 
authorized  repairer,  or  any  reliable  repairer  as  the  tire  press ure  warning 
valves and transmitters may be damaged if not handled correctly . 
● Make  sure  to  install  the  tire  valve  caps.  If  the  tire  valve  caps  are  not 
installed,  water  could  enter  the  tire  pressure  warning  valves  a nd  the  tire 
pressure warning valves could be bound. 
● When replacing tire valve caps, do not use tire valve caps other than those 
specified.
The cap may become stuck. 
■ Driving on rough roads 
Take particular care when driving on roads with loose surfaces  or potholes. 
These  conditions  may  cause  losses  in  tire  inflation  pressure,  r educing  the 
cushioning ability of the tires. In addition, driving on rough  roads may cause 
damage to the tires themselves, as well as the vehicle’s wheels  and body. 
■ To avoid damage to the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters 
When a tire is repaired with liquid sealants, the tire pressure  warning valve 
and transmitter may not operate properly. If a liquid sealant i s used, contact 
any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota  authorized repairer, o r any reliable 
repairer or other qualified service shop as soon as possible. A fter use of liq- 
uid sealant, make sure to replace the tire pressure warning val ve and trans- 
mitter when repairing or replacing the tire. ( P. 618) 
■ If tire inflation pressure of each tire becomes low while driving 
Do not continue driving, or your tires and/or wheels may be rui ned. 
     
        
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Tire inflation pressure
■Effects of incorrect tire inflation pressure 
Driving with incorrect tire inflation pressure may result in th e following: 
● Reduced fuel economy 
● Reduced driving comfort and poor handling 
● Reduced tire life due to wear 
● Reduced safety 
● Damage to the drivetrain 
If  a  tire  needs  frequent  inflating,  have  it  checked  by  any  auth orized  Toyota 
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repaire r. 
■ Instructions for checking tire inflation pressure 
When checking tire inflation pressure, observe the following: 
● Check only when the tires are cold. 
If  your  vehicle  has  been  parked  for  at  least  3  hours  or  has  not   been  driven 
for  more  than  1.5  km  or  1  mile,  you  will  get  an  accurate  cold  t ire  inflation 
pressure reading. 
● Always use a tire pressure gauge. 
It  is  difficult  to  judge  if  a  tire  is  properly  inflated  based  o nly  on  its  appear- 
ance. 
● It is normal for the tire inflation pressure to be higher after driving as heat is 
generated in the tire. Do not reduce tire inflation pressure af ter driving. 
● Passengers and luggage weight should be placed so that the vehicle is bal- 
anced.
Make  sure  to  maintain  proper  tire  inflation  pressure.  Tire  infl a- 
tion  pressure should be  checked at least once per month. How- 
ever, Toyota recommends that tire inflation pressure be checked 
once every two weeks. ( P.   7 7 6 ) 
     
        
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Maintenance and care
WARNING
■Proper inflation is critical to save tire performance 
Keep your tires properly inflated.  
If  the  tires  are  not  properly  inflated,  the  following  condition s  may  occur 
which could lead to an accident resulting in death or serious i njury: 
● Excessive wear 
● Uneven wear 
● Poor handling 
● Possibility of blowouts resulting from overheated tires 
● Air leaking from between tire and wheel 
● Wheel deformation and/or tire damage 
● Greater  possibility  of  tire  damage  while  driving  (due  to  road  hazards, 
expansion joints, sharp edges in the road, etc.)
NOTICE
■ When inspecting and adjusting tire inflation pressure 
Be sure to put the tire valve caps back on. 
If  a  valve  cap  is  not  installed,  dirt  or  moisture  may  get  into  the  valve  and 
cause an air leak, resulting in decreased tire inflation pressu re. 
     
        
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Wheels
When replacing wheels, care should be taken to ensure that they are 
equivalent to those removed in load capacity, diameter, rim wid th and 
inset*. 
Replacement wheels are available at any authorized Toyota retai ler or 
Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
*: Conventionally referred to as “offset”.
Toyota does not recommend using the following: 
● Wheels of different sizes or types 
● Used wheels 
● Bent wheels that have been straightened 
● Use  only  Toyota  wheel  nuts  and  wrenches  designed  for  use  with 
your aluminum wheels. 
● When  rotating,  repairing  or  changing  your  tires,  check  that  the 
wheel nuts are still tight after driving 1600 km (1000 miles). 
● Be  careful  not  to  damage  the  aluminum  wheels  when  using  tire 
chains. 
● Use only Toyota genuine balance weights or equivalent and a plas- 
tic or rubber hammer when balancing your wheels.
If  a  wheel  is  bent,  cracked  or  heavily  corroded,  it  should  be
replaced.  Otherwise,  the  tire  may  separate  from  the  wheel  or 
cause a loss of handling control.
Wheel selection
Aluminum wheel precautions 
     
        
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NOTICE
■Replacing tire pressure warning valves and transmitters 
● Because  tire  repair  or  replacement  may  affect  the  tire  pressure  warning 
valves  and  transmitters,  make  sure  to  have  tires  serviced  by  an y  autho- 
rized Toyota  retailer or Toyota  authorized  repairer,  or  any  rel iable  repairer 
or  other  qualified  service  shop.  In  addition,  make  sure  to  purc hase  your 
tire  pressure  warning  valves  and  transmitters  at  any  authorized   Toyota 
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repaire r. 
● Ensure that only genuine Toyota wheels are used on your vehicle. 
Tire pressure warning valves and transmitters may not work prop erly with 
non-genuine wheels. 
     
        
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If  you think something is wrong
●Fluid leaks under the vehicle 
(Water dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal.) 
● Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear 
● Engine coolant temperature gauge needle continually points higher 
than normal 
● Changes in exhaust sound 
● Excessive tire squeal when cornering 
● Strange noises related to the suspension system 
● Pinging or other noises related to the hybrid system 
● Engine misses, stumbling or running roughly 
● Appreciable loss of power 
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking 
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road 
● Loss  of  brake  effectiveness,  spongy  feeling,  pedal  almost  touches 
the floor
If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle proba - 
bly  needs  adjustment  or  repair.  Contact  any  authorized  Toyota 
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repaire r as 
soon as possible.
Visible symptoms
Audible symptoms
Operational symptoms