2022 TOYOTA HILUX headlights

5337-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
QFront position lights/daytime running lights (if equipped)
(halogen headlights type A)
Turn the bulb base counterclockwise.
Remove the light bulb.
When installing, reverse the steps listed.
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Vehicles without daytime run-
ning lights
Vehicles with daytime running
lights
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Vehicles without daytime run-
ning lights
Vehicles with daytime running
lights
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5367-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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QFront turn signal lights (halogen headlights type A)
Turn the bulb base counter-
clockwise.
Remove the light bulb.
When installing, reverse the steps listed.
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5377-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
QFront turn signal lights (halogen headlights type B)
To allow enough working
space, turn the steering
wheel to the opposite side
where the bulb to be
replaced is located.
Remove the screws and
clips.
Removing the clip
Installing the clip
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Ty pe AType B

5497-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Align the tabs, and secure
the mirror by pushing in each
diagonally-opposite pair of
tabs in order.
Make sure to insert the tabs in
order as shown in the illustra-
tion, and push them in until a
click is heard.
If you do not hear the click, do
not force the tabs in. Instead,
remove the mirror and check
that the tabs are aligned.
QReplacing the following bulbs
If any of the lights listed below has burnt out, have it replaced by
any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any
reliable repairer.
O Headlights (high/low beams) (LED headlights)
O Front position lights/daytime running lights (if equipped) (LED
headlights)
O Front turn signal lights (LED headlights)
O Side turn signal lights
O LED front fog lights (if equipped)
O LED stop lights
O Tail lights (LED stop lights)
O Rear fog lights (if equipped) or back-up lights (LED stop lights)
O High mounted stoplight (if equipped)
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5507-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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QWhen installing the rubber cover of the headlight (halogen headlights
type A)
Ensure the rubber cover is securely attached.
Q LED lights
The following lights consist of a number of LEDs. If any of the LEDs burn out,
take your vehicle to any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer to have the light replaced.
O Headlights (high/low beams) (LED headlights)
O Front position lights/daytime running lights (if equipped) (LED headlights)
O Front turn signal lights (LED headlights)
O Side turn signal lights (mirror-mounted type)
O LED front fog lights (if equipped)
O LED stop lights
O Tail lights (LED stop lights)
O Rear fog lights (if equipped) or back-up lights (LED stop lights)
O High mounted stoplight (if equipped)
Q Condensation build-up on the inside of the lens
Temporary condensation build-up on the inside of the headlight lens does not
indicate a malfunction. Contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota
authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer for more information in the follow-
ing situations:
O Large drops of water have built up on the inside of the lens.
O Water has built up inside the headlight.
Fit the rubber cover outer circumfer-
ence in firmly.
Fit the rubber cover around the light
bulb in until the light bulb plug can be
seen.
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5517-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
WARNING
QReplacing light bulbs
O Turn off the lights. Do not attempt to replace the bulb immediately after
turning off the lights.
The bulbs become very hot and may cause burns.
O Do not touch the glass portion of the light bulb with bare hands. When it is
unavoidable to hold the glass portion, use and hold with a clean dry cloth
to avoid getting moisture and oils on the bulb.
Also, if the bulb is scratched or dropped, it may blow out or crack.
O Fully install light bulbs and any parts used to secure them. Failure to do so
may result in heat damage, fire, or water entering the headlight unit. This
may damage the headlights or cause condensation to build up on the lens.
O Do not attempt to repair or disassemble light bulbs, connectors, electric
circuits or component parts.
Doing so may result in death or serious injury due to electric shock.
Q To prevent damage or fire
O Make sure bulbs are fully seated and locked.
O Check the wattage of the bulb before installing to prevent heat damage.
NOTICE
QWhen replacing the outer foot lights
If the front window is stopping you from conducting the replace operation
properly, open the window on the side you are working on to allow you
enough space to work. Continuing the operation without giving yourself
enough space to work could lead you to scratch the vehicle.

6068-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Once the vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper cables in
the exact reverse order from which they were connected.
Once the engine starts, have the vehicle inspected at any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer
as soon as possible.
Q Starting the engine when the battery is discharged (vehicles with auto-
matic transmission)
The engine cannot be started by push-starting.
Q To prevent battery discharge
O Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the engine is off.
(Vehicles with Stop & Start system: Except when the engine is stopped due
to the Stop & Start system)
O Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is running
at a low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic.
Q When the battery is removed or discharged
O Information stored in the ECU is cleared. When the battery is depleted, have
the vehicle inspected at any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer.
O The power windows may not close normally. In this case, initialize the power
windows. (if equipped) ( P. 187)
O If it is necessary to initialize the panoramic view monitor (if equipped), refer
to “Navigation and multimedia system Owner’s manual” or “Multimedia
Owner’s Manual”.
Q Charging the battery
The electricity stored in the battery will discharge gradually even when the
vehicle is not in use, due to natural discharge and the draining effects of cer-
tain electrical appliances. If the vehicle is left for a long time, the battery may
discharge, and the engine may be unable to start. (The battery recharges
automatically during driving.)
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9-1. Specifications
Vehicle specifications
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Vehicles with maintenance type battery
Vehicles with maintenance-free type battery
Ignition system (gasoline engine)
Spark plug
MakeDENSO FK20HR-A8
Gap0.8 mm (0.031 in.)
NOTICE
QIridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark plug gap.
Electrical system
Battery
Specific gravity reading
at 20 C (68F):
1.25 or higher
If the specific gravity is lower than the standard
value, charge the battery.
Charging rates
Quick charge
Slow charge
15 A max.
5 A max.
Battery
Open voltage at 20 C
(68 F):
12.3 V or higher
If the voltage is lower than the standard value,
charge the battery.
(After charging the battery, turn on the high
beam headlights for 30 seconds with the engine
switch in the “LOCK” position [vehicles without
smart entry & start system] or off [vehicles with
smart entry & start system], and turn the head-
lights off.)
Charging rates 5 A max.