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Fluid level
The fluid level should be within the appropriate range.
Full (when cold)
Add fluid (when cold)
Full (when hot)
Add fluid (when hot)
Hot: Vehicle has been driven around 50 mph (80 km/h) for 20 min- utes, or slightly longer in frigid temperatures. (Fluid tempera-
ture, 140 °F - 175 °F [60 °C - 80 °C]).
Cold: Engine has not been run for about 5 hours. (Room tempera- ture, 50 °F - 85 °F [10 °C - 30 °C]).
■Checking the fluid level
Make sure to check the fluid type and prepare the necessary items.
Clean all dirt off the reservoir.
Remove the cap by turni ng it counterclockwise.
Wipe the dipstick clean.
Reinstall the cap and remove it again.
Check the fluid level.
Power steering fluid
Fluid typeAutomatic transmission fluid DEXRON® II or III
ItemsRag or paper, clean funnel (only for adding fluid)
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2
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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.)
(Canada)
Brake system warning li ght (warning buzzer)
• Low brake fluid
• Malfunction in the brake system
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and
contact your Toyota dealer. Continuing to drive
the vehicle may be dangerous.
Charging system warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging sys-
tem
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and
contact your Toyota dealer.
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
Malfunction indicator lamp Indicates a malfunction in:
• The emission control system;
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system; or
• The electronic automatic transmission control sys-
tem
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.
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When trouble arises
If a warning 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
If any of the warning message or indicator comes on again after the
following actions have been per formed, contact your Toyota deal er.
If a warning is shown on the multi-information display, stay ca lm
and perform the following actions:
Warning message and warning buzzer list
Warning messageDetails/Actions
Indicates that:
• There is a high possibility of a frontal collision; or
• The pre-collision braking function is operating
A buzzer also sounds.
Slow the vehicle by applying the brakes.
Indicates that the engine coolant temperature is
too high
A buzzer also sounds.
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place
and contact your Toyota dealer.
Indicates that the automatic transmission fluid
temperature is too high
A buzzer also sounds.
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe
place, shift the shift lever to P and wait until
the light goes off. If the light goes off, you
may start the vehicle again. If the light does
not go off, contact your Toyota dealer.
BRAKE!
Engine Coolant
Temp High
Stop in a Safe Place
See Owner’s Manual
High Transmission Fluid Temp
See Owner’s Manual
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Indicates a malfunction in the rear height control
air suspension (if equipped)The malfunctioning assist-sensor is flashing.
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place
and contact your Toyota dealer
Indicates a malfunction in the SRS airbag system
A buzzer also sounds.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer immediately.
Indicates a malfunction in the automatic transmis-
sion system
A buzzer also sounds.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer immediately.
Indicates a malfunction in the Brake Override
system
A buzzer also sounds.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer immediately.
Indicates a malfunction in the Drive-start control
A buzzer also sounds.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer immediately.
Indicates a malfunction in the cruise control sys-
tem
• Press the “ON-OFF” button once to deacti-vate the system, and then press the button
again to reactivate the system.
• A buzzer also sounds.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer immediately.
Warning messageDetails/Actions
AIR SUSPENSION
System Malfunction
Visit Your Dealer
SRS Airbag System Malfunction
Visit Your Dealer
CHECK
TRANSMISSION SYSTEM
Brake Override Malfunction
Visit Your Dealer
Drive-Start Control
Malfunction
Visit Your Dealer
Cruise Control Malfunction
Visit Your Dealer
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When trouble arises
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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 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.
● When a warning message for the automatic transmission fluid tem perature
is displayed while attempting to free a stuck vehicle, immediat ely remove
your foot from the accelerator pedal and wait until the warning message
disappears. Otherwise, the transmission may become damaged.
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Vehicle specifications
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*: Your Toyota vehicle is filled with “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” at
the factory. Use Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” or
an equivalent oil of matching quality to satisfy the above specification.
Please contact your Toyota dealer for further details.
*: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity. If replacement is necessary, con-
tact your Toyota dealer.
Transfer (4WD models)
Oil capacity1.43 qt. (1.35 L, 1.19 Imp.qt.)
Oil typeGear oil API GL-5
Recommended oil viscositySAE 75W-90
Differential
Oil capacity
Front
(4WD models) 2.17 qt. (2.05 L, 1.80 Imp.qt.)
Rear
1.64 qt. (1.55 L, 1.36 Imp.qt.)
Oil type and viscosity*Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil
LT 75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent
Automatic transmission
Fluid capacity*11.7 qt. (11.1 L, 9.8 Imp.qt.)
Fluid typeToyota 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.
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*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 110 lbf (490 N,
50 kgf) while the engine is running.
*2: Parking brake pedal travel when depressed with a force of 67.1 lbf (300 N,
30.6 kgf).
Brakes
Pedal clearance*14.1 in. (104 mm) Min.
Pedal free play0.04 0.24 in. (1 6 mm)
Brake pad wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lining wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake pedal travel*26 9 clicks
Fluid typeFMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703
Steering
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)
Power steering fluid typeAutomatic transmission fluid DEXRON® II
or III
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Alphabetical index
A/C .................................... 342, 350Air conditioning filter ............. 446
Front air conditioning system ......... ....................... 342
Rear air conditioning system ......... ....................... 350
A/V input port
*
ABS
(Anti-lock Brake System)...... 324
Function ................................ 324
Warning light ......................... 473
Adaptive variable suspension system .................................... 316
Air conditioning filter .............. 446
Air conditioning system ............................ 342, 350
Air conditioning filter ............. 446
Airbags ....................................... 40 Airbag operating conditions .... 47
Airbag precautions
for your child ......................... 42
Airbag warning light .............. 472
Correct driving posture ........... 28
Curtain shield airbag
operating conditions ............. 47
Curtain shield airbag
precautions ........................... 44
Front passenger occupant classification syst em............. 51
General airbag precautions .... 42
Locations of airbags................ 40
Modification and disposal of airbags.............................. 46
Side airbag operating conditions ............................. 47
Side airbag precautions .......... 42
Side and curtain shield airbags operating conditions ............. 47
Side and curtain shield airbags precautions .............. 42
SRS airbags............................ 40 Alarm
Alarm ...................................... 84
Warning buzzer .................... 472
Anchor brackets ........................ 62
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ...................................... 324 Function ................................ 324
Warning light......................... 473
Armrest..................................... 384
Assist grip ................................ 386
Audio system
*
Audio visual input*
AUTO LSD system................... 322
Automatic air conditioning system.................................... 342
Automatic High Beam ............. 231
Automatic light control system.................................... 227
Automatic transmission ......... 220 If the shift lever
cannot be shifted from P .... 223
S mode ................................. 221
AUX port
*
Auxiliary boxes ........................ 372
AVS ........................................... 316
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