4516-2. Maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Vehicle interior
ItemsCheck points
Accelerator pedal
• The accelerator pedal shouldmove smoothly (without uneven
pedal effort or catching).
Automatic transmission “Park”
mechanism• When parked on a slope and the
shift lever is in P, is the vehicle
securely stopped?
Brake pedal
• Does the brake pedal movesmoothly?
• Does the brake pedal have appro-
priate clearance from the floor? (P. 583)
• Does the brake pedal have the
correct amount of free play? (P. 583)
Brakes
• The vehicle should not pull to one
side when the brakes are applied.
• The brakes should work effec-
tively.
• The brake pedal should not feel spongy.
• The brake pedal should not get too close to the floor when the
brakes are applied.
Head restraints (adjustable type)• Do the head restraints move
smoothly and lock securely?
Indicators/buzzers• Do the indicators and buzzersfunction properly?
Lights • Do all the lights come on?
Parking brake
• Does the parking brake operate normally?
• When parked on a slope and the parking brake is on, is the vehicle
securely stopped?
5227-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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The following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact
your Toyota dealer or commercial towing service before towing.
● The engine is running but t he vehicle does not move.
● The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the vehicle when towing using a wheel-lift type
truck
● Vehicles without a smart key system: Do not tow the vehicle from the rear
when the engine switch is in the “LOCK” position or the key is removed.
The steering lock mechanism is not strong enough to hold the front wheels
straight.
● Vehicles with a smart key system: Do not tow the vehicle from the rear
when the engine switch is off. The steering lock mechanism is n ot strong
enough to hold the front wheels straight.
● When raising the vehicle, ensure adequate ground clearance for towing at
the opposite end of the raised vehicle. Without adequate clearance, the
vehicle could be damaged while being towed.
■ To prevent damage to the vehicle when towing with a sling-type truck
Do not tow with a sling-type truck, either from the front or re a r.
■ To prevent damage to the vehicle during emergency towing
Do not secure cables or chains to the suspension components.
■ Recreational towing (behind motor home, etc.)
P. 208
Situations when it is necessary to contact dealers before towing
5287-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If a warning light turns on or a war ning
buzzer sounds
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning ligh ts
comes on or flashes. If a light comes on or flashes, but then
goes off, this does not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the
system. However, if this continues to occur, have the vehicle
inspected by your Toyota dealer.
Warning light and w arning buzzer list
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions
(U.S.A.)
(Red)
(Canada)
Brake system warning light
Indicates that:
• The brake fluid level is low; or
• The brake system is malfunctioning
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and con-
tact your Toyota dealer. Continuing to drive the vehi-
cle may be dangerous.
(If equipped)
(Yellow)
Brake system warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the electric parking brake
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
Malfunction indicator lamp Indicates a malfunction in:
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system; or
• The electronic automatic transmission control system
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
SRS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system;
• The front passenger occupant classification system; or
• The seat belt pretensioner system
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
ABS warning light Indicates a malfunction in:
• The ABS; or
• The brake assist system
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
5717-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
■When it is difficult to free the vehicle
Press to turn off TRAC.
WARNING
■When attempting to f ree a stuck vehicle
If you choose to push the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the
surrounding area is clear to avoid striking other vehicles, obj ects or people.
The vehicle may also lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes
free. Use extreme caution.
■ When shifting the shift lever
Be careful not to shift the shift lever with the accelerator pedal depressed.
This may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle t hat may
cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■ To avoid damaging the transmission and other components
● Avoid spinning the front wheels and depressing the accelerator pedal
more than necessary.
● If the vehicle remains stuck even after these procedures are pe rformed,
the vehicle may require towing to be freed.
5818-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
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*: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity. If replacement is necessary, contact your Toyota dealer.
Electrical system
Battery
Specific voltage reading at
68 F (20 C):12.3 V or higher
If the voltage is lower than the standard
value, charge the battery.
(When checking the voltage, after turning
the engine switch off, wait for 30 seconds
with the high beam headlights illuminated,
then turn the high beam headlights off and
check the voltage.)
Charging rates5 A max.
Automatic transaxle
Fluid capacity*
2.5 L 4-cylinder ( A25A-FKS) engine
7.7 qt. (7.3 L, 6.4 Imp. qt.)
3.5 L V6 (2GR-FKS) engine
7.9 qt. (7.5 L, 6.6 Imp. qt.)
Fluid type Toyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
■Transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than the above type may cause abnormal
noise or vibration, or damage the transmission of your vehicle.
6008-1. Specifications
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Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation pres-
sure
Tire pressure when the vehicle has been
parked for three hours or more, or has not
been driven more than 1 mile or 1.5 km under
that condition
Maximum inflation
pressureThe maximum cold inflated pressure to which
a tire may be inflated, shown on the sidewall
of the tire
Recommended infla-
tion pressureCold tire inflation pressure recommended by a
manufacturer
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of those stan-
dard items which may be replaced) of auto-
matic transmission, power steering, power
brakes, power windows, power seats, radio
and heater, to the extent that these items are
available as factory-installed equipment
(whether installed or not)
Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with standard
equipment, including the maximum capacity of
fuel, oil and coolant, and if so equipped, air
conditioning and additional weight optional
engine
Maximum loaded vehi-
cle weight
The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight
Normal occupant
weight150 lb. (68 kg) times the number of occupants
specified in the second column of Table 1
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that follows
Occupant distributionDistribution of occupants in a vehicle as speci-
fied in the third column of Table 1
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635Alphabetical index
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Alarm .......................................... 82
Anchor brackets ........................ 58
Antennas (smart key system)................ 161
Anti-lock Brake System
(ABS) ...................................... 322 Warning light ......................... 528
Approach warning ........... 299, 315
Armrest ..................................... 430
Assist grips .............................. 430
Audio
*
Audio Plus*
Audio system*
Automatic air
conditioning system ..... 387, 394 Air conditioning filter ............. 492
Automatic High Beam ............. 236
Automatic light control
system .................................... 231
Automatic transmission.......... 217
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P .... 221
Paddle shift switches ............ 219
S mode ................................. 218
Auxiliary boxes ........................ 413 Back-up lights
Replacing light bulb ...... 507, 512
Wattage ................................ 589
Battery ...................................... 469 Battery checking ................... 469
If the battery is discharged ... 562
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 377
Replacing.............................. 565
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) ....... 330 Blind Spot Monitor
function............................... 333
Bluetooth®*
Bottle holders .......................... 411
Brake Brake Hold ............................ 229
Fluid ...................................... 583
Parking brake ............... 224, 225
Warning light......................... 528
Brake assist ............................. 322
Brake Hold ............................... 229
Warning light......................... 529
Brake override system ............ 195
Break-in tips ............................ 196
Brightness control
Instrument panel light control .................................. 95
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ....... 330 Blind Spot Monitor function............................... 333
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*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
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Safety Connect .......................... 75
Seat belt reminder light........... 531
Seat belts.................................... 30Adjusting the seat belt ............ 31
Automatic Locking Retractor............................... 32
Child restra int system
installation ............................ 56
Cleaning and maintaining the seat belt ........................ 445
Emergency Locking
Retractor............................... 32
How to wear your seat belt ..... 30
How your child should wear the seat belt .......................... 32
Pregnant women, proper seat belt use ......................... 33
Reminder light and buzzer .... 531
Seat belt extender................... 32
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners ............... 618
Seat belt pretensioners ........... 31
SRS warning light ................. 528
Seat heaters ............................. 402
Seating capacity ...................... 206
Seat ventilators ........................ 402 Seats ................................. 167, 169
Adjustment............................ 167
Adjustment precautions ........ 168
Child seats/child restraint system installation . ............... 56
Cleaning ............................... 444
Folding down the rear seatbacks ........................... 169
Head restraints ..................... 171
Properly sitting in the seat ...... 28
Seat heaters ......................... 402
Seat ventilators ..................... 402
Sensor Automatic headlight
system .......... ...................... 233
Automatic High Beam system .......... ...................... 236
Front camera ........................ 249
Inside rear view mirror .......... 176
Intuitive parking assist .......... 336
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) .... 270
Radar sensor ........................ 249
Service reminder
indicators ................................. 88
Shift lever ................................. 217 Automatic transmission ........ 217
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ................ 221
S mode ................................. 218
Shift lock system ..................... 220
Side airbags ............................... 37
Side marker lights ................... 231 Light switch ........................... 231
Replacing light
bulbs................... 504, 509, 512
Wattage ................................ 589
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*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.