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General maintenance
Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be
performed at the intervals specified in the “Owner’s Warranty
Information Booklet” or “Own er’s Manual Supplement/Sched-
uled Maintenance Guide”. It is recommended that any problem
you notice should be brought to the attention of your Toyota
dealer or qualified s ervice shop for advice.
Engine compartment
ItemsCheck points
BatteryCheck the connections. (P. 425)
Brake fluidIs the brake fluid at the correct level? ( P. 423)
Engine coolantIs the engine coolant at the correct level? (P. 421)
Engine oilIs the engine oil at the correct level? (P. 418)
Exhaust systemThere should not be any fumes or strange sounds.
Power steering fluidIs the power steering fluid at the correct level?
(P. 424)
Radiator/condenserThe radiator and condenser should be free from
foreign objects. ( P. 422)
Washer fluidIs there sufficient washer fluid? (P. 427)
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ItemsParts and tools
Fuses (P. 450)• Fuse with same amperage rating as original
Light bulbs
( P. 4 5 3 )
• Bulb with same number and wattage rating as origi-
nal
• Phillips-head screwdriver
• Flathead screwdriver• Wrench
Power steering
fluid level
( P. 4 2 4 )• Automatic transmission fluid DEXRON® II or III
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding power steering fluid)
Radiator and
condenser
( P. 4 2 2 )
Tire inflation
pressure
( P. 440)• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Washer fluid
( P. 4 2 7 )• Water or washer fluid containing antifreeze (for win-
ter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding water or washer fluid)
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Engine compartment
Washer fluid tank (P. 427)
Engine oil level dipstick ( P. 418)
Engine coolant reservoir ( P. 421)
Engine oil filler cap ( P. 419)
Brake fluid reservoir ( P. 423) Fuse box (
P. 450)
Battery ( P. 425)
Radiator ( P. 422)
Cooling fans
Condenser ( P. 422)
Power steering fluid reservoir ( P. 424)
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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)
1
2
3
4
5
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Check the battery as follows.
■Battery exterior
Make sure that the battery terminals are not corroded and that
there are no loose connections, cracks, or loose clamps.Terminals
Hold-down clamp
■Before recharging
When recharging, the battery produces hydrogen gas which is fla mmable and
explosive. Therefore, observe the following before recharging:
● If recharging with the battery installed on the vehicle, be sur e to disconnect
the ground cable.
● Make sure the power switch on the charger is off when connectin g and dis-
connecting the charger cables to the battery.
WARNING
■ When checking the reservoir
Take care as the reservoir may be hot.
NOTICE
■When adding fluid
Avoid overfilling, or the power steering may be damaged.
■ After replacing the reservoir cap
Check the steering box case, vane pump and hose connections for leaks or
damage.
Battery
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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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Flat tire...................................... 493
Floor mats .................................. 26
FluidAutomatic transmission......... 529
Brake .................................... 530
Power steering ...................... 530
Washer ................................. 427
Fog lights ................................. 236 Replacing light bulbs............. 459
Switch ................................... 236
Four-wheel drive system .................................... 317
Front passenger occupant
classification system .............. 51
Front personal lights ............... 359
Front seats ............................... 136 Adjustment ............................ 136
Cleaning................................ 404
Correct driving posture ........... 28
Driving position memory ....... 149
Head restraints ..................... 154
Seat heaters ......................... 354
Seat position memory ........... 149
Seat ventilators ..................... 354
Front side marker lights.......... 227 Light switch ........................... 227
Replacing light bulbs............. 459
Front turn signal lights ........... 225 Replacing light bulbs............. 459
Turn signal lever ................... 225
Fuel ........................................... 244 Capacity ................................ 525
Fuel gauge .............................. 94
Fuel pump shut off system.... 471
Information ............................ 533
Refueling............................... 244
Type ...................................... 525
Warning light ......................... 474 Fuel consumption ................... 104
Fuel filler door ......................... 246
Refueling .............................. 244
Fuel pump shut off system..... 471
Fuses ........................................ 450
Garage door opener ................ 387
Gauges ....................................... 94
Glove box ................................. 362
Grocery bag hooks.................. 374
Hands-free system (for cellular phone)
*
Head restraints ........................ 154
Headlights ................................ 227 Automatic High Beam
system .......... ...................... 231
Light switch ........................... 227
Replacing light bulbs ............ 459
Heaters Air conditioning system ....... ................. 342, 350
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 345
Seat heaters ......................... 354
Hill-start assist control ........... 324
Hood ......................................... 416
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Outer foot lights....................... 357
Outside rear view mirrors ....... 161Adjusting and folding ............ 161
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ..... 297
Outside rear view mirror defoggers ................. 345
Outside temperature display ...................................... 94
Overhead console ................... 367
Overheating, Engine................ 515
Parking brake ........................... 226 Operation .............................. 226
Parking brake engaged warning buzzer/
message ............................. 484
Parking lights ........................... 227 Light switch ........................... 227
Replacing light bulbs............. 459
PCS (Pre-Collision system) .... 255 Enabling/disabling
the system ................... ....... 259
Pen holder ................................ 363
Personal lights ......................... 359
Power back window ................ 168 Jam protection function......... 169
Operation .............................. 168
Power outlets ........................... 379
Power steering
Fluid .............................. 424, 530
Warning light ......................... 473 Power windows ....................... 165
Door lock linked window
operation ............................ 166
Jam protection function ........ 166
Operation .............................. 165
Window lock switch .............. 165
Pre-Collision system (PCS) ...................................... 255
Enabling/disabling the system ......... ................. 259
Radiator .................................... 422
Radio
*
RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert)....................................... 297
Rear air conditioning system.................................... 350
Rear console box .................... 365
Rear seats
Adjustment............................ 138
Folding down ................ 141, 144
Rear side sunshade ................ 385
Rear step bumper .................... 121
Rear turn signal lights ............ 225 Replacing light bulbs ............ 454
Turn signal lever ................... 225
Wattage ................................ 532
Rear view mirror
Inside rear view mirror .......... 158
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 161
Rear view monitor system
*
Rear window ............................ 168
Rear window defoggers .......... 345
Rear window wiper .................. 241
PR
*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.