
17Pictorial index
Fuel filler door  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 232
Refueling method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 232
Fuel type/fuel tank capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 544
Tires  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 431
Tire size/inflation pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 551
Winter tires/tire chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 328
Checking/rotation/tire pressure warning system
*3 . . . . . . . . .  P. 431
Coping with flat tires  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 511
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 417
Opening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 417
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 545
Coping with overheat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 534
Camera
*2
Headlights  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 219
Fog lights
*3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 228
Front turn signal lights  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 217
Parking lights (bulb type)
*3/
daytime running lig hts (bulb type)
*3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 219
Parking lights (LED type)
*3/
daytime running lights (LED type)
*3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 219
Rear turn signal/tail lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  . . . . . . . . .  P. 217
Stop/tail lights  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 219
Hill-start assist control
*3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 3 23
License plate lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 219
Back-up lights
Shifting the shift lever to R . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  . . . . . . .  P. 210, 215
Side marker lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 219
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7
8
9
Light bulbs of the exter ior lights for driving
(Replacing method: P. 457, Watts: P. 553)
*1: Vehicles with a smart key system
*2: Refer to “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”
*3: If equipped
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942. Instrument cluster
*1: These lights turn on when the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position(vehicles  without  a  smart  key  system)  or  IGNITION  ON  mode  (vehi cles
with  a  smart  key  system)  to  indicate  that  a  system  check  is  being  per-
formed. They will turn off after the engine is started, or after a few seconds.
There may be a malfunction in a system if the lights do not com e on, or if
the lights do not turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by your  Toyota dealer
for details.
*1, 3, 5PCS warning light 
( P. 484)*4
(U.S.A.)
ABS warning light 
(P. 491)
*2, 4, 5
(Yellow)
LDA indicator ( P. 484)
*4
(Canada)
ABS warning light 
(P. 491)
*4
(U.S.A.)
Brake  system  warning
light ( P. 489)
*2, 4
Slip indicator ( P. 491)
*4
(Canada)
Brake  system  warning
light (P. 489)
*4, 5Tire  pressure  warning
light (P. 491)
*4Automatic  transmission
fluid  temperature  warn-
ing light ( P. 490)*4Brake  Override  System/
Drive-Start Control warn-
ing light 
(P. 492, 493, 503)
*4High engine coolant tem-
perature warning light
(P. 490)*4Low  engine  oil  level
warning light ( P. 492)
*4Low  engine  oil  pressure
warning light ( P. 490)*4
(Canada 
only)
Low  windshield  washer
fluid warning light 
(P. 493)
*4
Charging  system  warn-
ing light ( P. 490) 

1774-1. Before driving
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Driving
NOTICE
■If you get a flat tire while driving 
A flat or damaged tire may cause the following situations. Hold the steering
wheel firmly  and  gradually  depress  the  brake  pedal to  slow  down  the  vehi-
cle.
● It may be difficult to control your vehicle.
● The vehicle will make abnormal sounds or vibrations.
● The vehicle will lean abnormally.
Information on what to do in case of a flat tire ( P. 511)
■ When encountering flooded roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain, etc.  Doing so may
cause the following serious damage to the vehicle:
● Engine stalling
● Short in electrical components
● Engine damage caused by water immersion
In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle i s flooded, be
sure to have your Toyota dealer check the following:
● Brake function
● Changes in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the engine, trans-
mission, transfer (4WD models) differentials, etc.
● Lubricant condition for the propeller shaft, bearings and suspe nsion joints
(where possible), and the function of all joints, bearings, etc. 

3284-6. Driving tips
Winter driving tips
●Use  fluids  that  are  appropriate  t o  the  prevailing  outside  tempera-
tures.  • Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
● Have a service technician inspec t the condition of the battery.
● Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set  of tire
chains for the rear tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand, and that chains match
the size of the tires.
Perform the following according  to the driving conditions: 
● Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is fr ozen.
Pour  warm  water  over  the  frozen  area  to  melt  the  ice.  Wipe  away
the water immediately to p revent it from freezing. 
● To  ensure  proper  operation  of  the  climate  control  system  fan,
remove  any  snow  that  has  accumulated  on  the  air  inlet  vents  in
front of the windshield. 
● Check for and remove any excess ic e or snow that may have accu-
mulated  on  the  exterior  lights,  vehicle’s  roof,  chassis,  around  the
tires or on the brakes.
● Remove  any  snow  or  mud  from  the  bottom  of  your  shoes  before
getting in the vehicle.
Accelerate the vehicle slowly, keep a safe distance between you  and
the vehicle ahead, and drive at a reduced speed suitable to roa d con-
ditions.
Carry  out  the  necessary  preparations  and  inspections  before
driving  the  vehicle  in  winter. Always  drive  the  vehicle  in  a  ma n-
ner appropriate to the prevailing weather conditions. 
Preparation for winter
Before driving the vehicle
When driving the vehicle 

3354-6. Driving tips
4
Driving
NOTICE
■To prevent the water damage
Take  all  necessary  safety  measures  to  ensure  that  water  damage  to  the
engine or other components does not occur.
● Water entering the engine air intake will cause severe engine damage.
● Water  entering  the  automatic transmission will cause  deterioration in  shift
quality, locking up of your transmission accompanied by vibration, and ulti-
mately damage.
● Water can wash the grease from wheel bearings, causing rusting  and pre-
mature  failure,  and  may  also  enter  the  differentials,  transmission  and
transfer case, reducing the gear oil’s lubricating qualities.
■ When you drive through water
If driving through water, such as when crossing shallow streams , first check
the  depth  of  the  water  and  the  bottom  of  the  river  bed  for  firm ness.  Drive
slowly and avoid deep water.
■ Inspection after off-road driving
● Sand  and  mud  that  has  accumulated  in  brake  drums  and  around  bra ke
discs may affect braking efficiency and may damage brake system  compo-
nents.
● Always  perform  a  maintenance  inspection  after  each  day  of  off-r oad  driv-
ing  that  has  taken  you  through  rough  terrain,  sand,  mud,  or  wat er.  For
scheduled maintenance information, refer to the “Scheduled Main tenance
Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”. 

4116-2. Maintenance
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Maintenance and care
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. 428)
Brake fluidIs the brake fluid at the correct level?  ( P. 425)
Engine coolantIs the engine coolant at the correct level? (P. 423)
Engine oilIs the engine oil at the correct level?  (P. 421)
Exhaust systemThere should not be any fumes or strange sounds.
Power steering fluidIs the power steering fluid at correct level?
(P. 426)
Radiator/condenserThe radiator and condenser should be free from for-
eign objects. ( P. 425)
Washer fluidIs there sufficient washer fluid? (P. 430) 

4216-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
6
Maintenance and care
With the engine at operating temperature and turned off, check the oil
level on the dipstick.
■Checking the engine oil
Park  the  vehicle  on  level  ground.  After  warming  up  the  engine
and  turning  it  off,  wait  more  than  5  minutes  for  the  oil  to  dra in
back into the bottom of the engine.
Holding a rag under the end, pull the dipstick out.
Wipe the dipstick clean.
Reinsert the dipstick fully.
Holding  a  rag  under  the  end,
pull  the  dipstick  out  and
check the oil level.
Low
Normal
Excessive
The  shape  of  the  dipstick
may  differ  depending  on  the
type of vehicle or engine.
Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it fully.
Engine oil
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4226-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
■Adding engine oil
If the oil level is below or near the low level mark, add engine oil of
the same type as that a lready in the engine.
Make  sure  to  check  the  oil  type  and  prepare  the  items  needed
before adding oil. Remove the oil fille r cap by turning it counterclockwise.
Add engine oil slowly,  checking the dipstick.
Install the oil filler cap  by turning it clockwise.
■Engine oil consumption
A certain amount of engine oil will be consumed while driving.  In the following
situations,  oil  consumption  may  increase,  and  engine  oil  may  ne ed  to  be
refilled in between oil maintenance intervals.
● When the engine is new, for example directly after purchasing t he vehicle or
after replacing the engine
● If low quality oil or oil of an inappropriate viscosity is used
● When  driving  at  high  engine  speeds  or  with  a  heavy  load,  when  t owing,  or
when driving while accelerating or decelerating frequently
● When  leaving  the  engine  idling  for  a  long  time,  or  when  driving   frequently
through heavy traffic
2TR-FE engine2GR-FKS engine
Engine oil selection P. 545
Oil quantity
(Low  Full) 1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 Imp.qt.)
Items
Clean funnel
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