4677-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
7
Maintenance and care
Add washer fluid in the following
situations:
A washer does not work.
The warning message
appears on the multi-informa-
tion display.
WARNING
■Emergency measures regard-
ing electrolyte
●If electrolyte gets in your eyes
Flush your eyes with clean
water for at least 15 minutes
and get immediate medical
attention. If possible, continue
to apply water with a sponge or
cloth while traveling to the near-
est medical facility.
●If electrolyte gets on your skin
Wash the affected area thor-
oughly. If you feel pain or burn-
ing, get medical attention
immediately.
●If electrolyte gets on your
clothes
It can soak through clothing on
to your skin. Immediately take
off the clothing and follow the
procedure above if necessary.
●If you accidentally swallow elec-
trolyte
Drink a large quantity of water
or milk. Get emergency medical
attention immediately.
■When disconnecting the bat-
tery
Do not disconnect the negative (-)
terminal on the body side. The
disconnected negative (-) terminal
may touch the positive (+) termi-
nal, which may cause a short and
result in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■When recharging the battery
Never recharge the battery while
the engine is running. Also, be
sure all accessori es are turned
off.
Adding the washer fluid
WARNING
■When adding washer fluid
Do not add washer fluid when the
engine is hot or running as
washer fluid contains alcohol and
may catch fire if spilled on the
engine, etc.
NOTICE
■Do not use any fluid other
than washer fluid
Do not use soapy water or engine
antifreeze instead of washer fluid.
Doing so may cause streaking on
the vehicle’s painted surfaces, as
well as damaging the pump lead-
ing to problems of the washer
fluid not spraying.
■Diluting washer fluid
Dilute washer fluid with water as
necessary.
Refer to the freezing tempera-
tures listed on the label of the
washer fluid bottle.
4837-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
7
Maintenance and care
ment may be required. (For sched-
uled maintenance information,
please refer to the “Scheduled
Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s
Manual Supplement”.)
■If air flow from the vents
decreases dramatically
The filter may be clogged. Check
the filter and replace if necessary.*: If equipped
■If the key battery is depleted
The following symptoms may occur:
●The smart key system (if
equipped) and wireless remote
control will not function properly.
●The operational range will be
reduced.
Flathead screwdriver
Small flathead screwdriver
Lithium battery CR2016 (vehi-
cles without a smart key sys-
tem) or CR2450 (vehicles with
a smart key system)
■Use a CR2016 or CR2450 lith-
ium battery
●Batteries can be purchased at
your Toyota dealer, local electrical
appliance shops or camera stores.
●Replace only with the same or
equivalent type recommended by
the manufacturer.
●Dispose of used batteries accord-
NOTICE
■When using the air condition-
ing system
Make sure that a filter is always
installed.
Using the air conditioning system
without a filter may cause damage
to the system.
■To prevent damage to the fil-
ter cover
When moving the filter cover in
the direction of arrow to release
the fitting, pay attention not to
apply excessive force to the
claws. Otherwise, the claws may
be damaged.
Wireless remote con-
trol/electronic key bat-
ter y
*
Replace the battery with a
new one if it is depleted.
As the key may be damaged
if the following procedure is
not performed properly, it is
recommended that key bat-
tery replacement be per-
formed by your Toyota
dealer.
Items to prepare
4847-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
ing to local laws.
Vehicles without a smart key
system
1 Remove the cover.
To prevent damage to the key,
cover the tip of the flathead screw-
driver with a rag.
2Remove the module.
3 Open the case cover using a
coin protected with tape etc.
and remove the depleted bat-
tery.
Insert a new battery with the “+” ter- minal facing up.
4
Install the cover.
Align the cover with the key and
then press it straight into the key.
Make sure that the cover is
securely installed without any gaps
between it and the key.
5Operate the or switch
and check that the doors can
be locked/unlocked.
Vehicles with a smart key sys-
tem
1 Release the lock and remove
the mechanical key.
Replacing the battery
4857-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
7
Maintenance and care
2Remove the key cover.
To prevent damage to the key,
cover the tip of the flathead screw-
driver with a rag.
3Remove the depleted battery
using a small flathead screw-
driver.
When removing the cover, the elec-
tronic key module may stick to the
cover and the battery may not be
visible. In this case, remove the
electronic key module in order to
remove the battery.
Insert a new battery with the “+” ter-
minal facing up.
4When installing the key cover
and mechanical key, install
by conducting step 2 and
step 1 with the directions
reversed.
5 Operate the or switch
and check that the doors can
be locked/unlocked.
WARNING
■Battery precautions
Observe the following precau-
tions.
Failure to do so may result in
death or serious injury.
●Do not swallow the battery.
Doing so may cause chemical
burns.
●A coin battery or button battery
is used in the key. If a battery is
swallowed, it may cause severe
chemical burns in as little as 2
hours and may result in death or
serious injury.
●Keep away new and removed
batteries from children.
●If the cover cannot be firmly
closed, stop using the key and
stow the key in the place where
children cannot reach, and then
contact your Toyota dealer.
●If you accidentally swallow a
battery or put a battery into a
part of your body, get emer-
gency medical attention imme-
diately.
■To prevent battery explosion
or leakage of flammable liq-
uid or gas
●Replace the battery with a new
battery of the same type. If a
wrong type of battery is used, it
may explode.
●Do not expose batteries to
extremely low pressure due to
high altitude or extremely high
temperatures.
●Do not burn, break or cut a bat-
tery.
4867-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
1Turn the engine switch off.
2 Open the fuse box cover.
Engine compartment
Push the tabs in and lift the lid off.
Under the driver’s side instru-
ment panel
Remove the lid.
Make sure to push the claw when
removing/installing the lid.
NOTICE
■When replacing the battery
Use a flathead screwdriver of
appropriate size. Applying exces-
sive force may deform or damage
the cover.
■For normal operation after
replacing the battery
Observe the following precautions
to prevent accidents:
●Always work with dry hands.
Moisture may cause the battery
to rust.
●Do not touch or move any other
component inside the remote
control.
●Do not bend either of the battery
terminals.
Checking a nd replac-
ing fuses
If any of the electrical com-
ponents do not operate, a
fuse may have blown. If this
happens, check and replace
the fuses as necessary.
Checking and replacing
fuses
495
8
8
When trouble arises
When trouble arises
.8-1. Essential informationEmergency flashers .... 496
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency.................................. 496
If the vehicle is submerged or water on the road is ris-
ing ............................. 498
8-2. Steps to take in an emer- gency
If your vehicle needs to be towed......................... 499
If you think something is wrong ........................ 503
Fuel pump shut off system .................................. 504
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer sounds.................................. 505
If a warning message is dis- played........................ 515
If you have a flat tire.... 518
If the engine will not start .................................. 528
If you lose your keys ... 530
If the electronic key does not operate properly .. 530
If the vehicle battery is dis- charged ..................... 532
If your vehicle overheats .................................. 536
If the vehicle becomes stuck .................................. 538
5128-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■Parking brake indicator
■Brake hold operated indicator (warning buzzer)
■Warning buzzer
In some cases, the buzzer may not
be heard due to being in a noisy
location or audio sound.
■Front passenger detection sen-
sor, seat belt reminder and
warning buzzer
●If luggage is placed on the front
passenger seat, the front passen-
ger detection sensor may cause
the warning light to flash and the
warning buzzer to sound even if a
passenger is not sitting in the
seat.
●If a cushion is placed on the seat,
the sensor may not detect a pas-
senger, and the warning light may
not operate properly.
■SRS warning light
This warning light system monitors
the airbag sensor assembly, front
impact sensors, si de impact sensors
(front door), side impact sensors
(front), front pa ssenger occupant
classification sensors, front passen-
ger occupant classification system (ECU and sensors), “AIR BAG ON”
indicator light, “AIR BAG OFF” indi-
cator light, seat belt pretensioners
and force limiters, airbags, intercon-
necting wiring and power sources.
(
P. 3 2 )
■Electric power steering system
warning light (warning buzzer)
When the battery charge becomes
insufficient or the voltage temporar-
ily drops, the electric power steering
system warning light may come on
and the warning buzzer may sound.
■When the tire pressure warning
light comes on
Inspect the tires to check if a tire is
punctured.
If a tire is punctured: P. 5 1 8
If none of the tires are punctured:
Turn the engine swit ch off then turn
it to ON. Check if the tire pressure
warning light comes on or blinks.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(Flashes)
(U.S.A.)
or
(Flashes)
(Canada)
It is possible that the parking brake is not fully engaged or
released
Operate the parking brake switch once again.
This light comes on when the parking brake is not released.
If the light turns off after the parking brake is fully released,
the system is operating normally.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(Flashes)
Indicates a malfunction in the brake hold system
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
5168-2. Steps to take in an emergency
the level of the engine oil, and add if
necessary.
This message may appear if the
vehicle is stopped on a slope. Move
the vehicle to a level surface and
check to see if the message disap-
pears.
■If “Engine Stopped Steering
Power Low” is displayed
This message is displayed if the
engine is stopped while driving.
When steering wheel operations are
heavier than usual, grip the steering
wheel firmly and operate it using
more force than usual.
■If “Auto Power OFF to Conserve
Battery” is displayed
Power was cut off due to the auto-
matic power off function. Next time
when starting the engine, increase
the engine speed slightly and main-
tain that level for approximately 5
minutes to recharge the battery.
■If “Headlight System Malfunc-
tion Visit Your Dealer” is dis-
played
The following systems may be mal-
functioning. Have the vehicle
inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
●The LED headlight system
●AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting Sys-
tem) (if equipped)
●The automatic headlight leveling
system (if equipped)
●Automatic High Beam
■If a message that indicates the
malfunction of front camera is
displayed
The following systems may be sus-
pended until the problem shown in
the message is resolved. ( P.193,
505)
●PCS (Pre-Collision system)
●LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)
●Automatic High Beam
●RSA (Road Sign Assist) (if
equipped)
●Dynamic radar cruise control with
full-speed range
■If a message that indicates the
malfunction of radar sensor is
displayed
The following systems may be sus-
pended until the problem shown in
the message is resolved. ( P.193,
505)
●PCS (Pre-Collision system)
●LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)
●Dynamic radar cruise control with
full-speed range
■If “Radar Cruise Control
Unavailable See Owner's Man-
ual” is displayed
The dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range system is sus-
pended temporarily or until the prob-
lem shown in the message is
resolved. (causes and coping meth-
ods: P.193)
■If “Radar Cruise Control
Unavailable” is displayed
The dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range system cannot
be used temporarily. Use the system
when it becomes available again.
■If “AWD System Overheated
2WD Mode Engaged” is dis-
played (AWD models)
This message may be displayed
when driving under extremely high
load conditions.
Drive the vehicle at low speeds or
stop the vehicle in a safe place with
the engine running until the mes-
sage is cleared.
If the message is not cleared, have
the vehicle inspect ed by your Toyota
dealer.
■If “Maintenance Required
Soon” is displayed
Indicates that all maintenance
according to the driven distance on