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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) 
     
        
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4156-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Do-it-yourself  ser vice precautions
If  you  perform  maintenance  by  yourself,  be  sure  to  follow  the
correct procedure as given in these sections.
ItemsParts and tools
Battery condition 
(  P. 428)• Warm water• Baking soda• Grease
• Conventional wrench (for terminal clamp bolts)
Brake fluid level 
( P. 425)• FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703 brake fluid
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding brake fluid)
Engine coolant 
level ( P. 423)
• “Toyota  Super  Long  Life  Coolant”  or  a  similar  high
quality  ethylene  glycol-based  non-silicate,  non-
amine,  non-nitrite  and  non-borate  coolant  with  long-
life hybrid organic acid technology
For the U.S.A.:
“Toyota  Super  Long  Life  Coolant”  is  pre-mixed  with
50% coolant and 50% deionized water.
For Canada:
“Toyota  Super  Long  Life  Coolant”  is  pre-mixed  with
55% coolant and 45% deionized water.
• Funnel (used only for adding coolant)
Engine oil level 
(  P. 421)• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding engine oil)
Fuses 
( P. 454)• Fuse with same amperage rating as original
Light bulbs 
( P. 457)
• Bulb  with  same  number  and  wattage  rating  as  origi-
nal
• Phillips-head screwdriver
• Flathead screwdriver• Wrench
Power steering 
fluid level
 
(
P. 426)
• Automatic transmission fluid DEXRON® II or III
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding power steering fluid)
Radiator and 
condenser 
(
P. 425)
Tire inflation 
pressure 
(  P. 442)• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Washer fluid 
( P. 430)• Water  or  washer  fluid  containing  antifreeze  (for  win-
ter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding water or washer fluid) 
     
        
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4166-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
WARNING
The  engine  compartment  contains  many  mechanisms  and  fluids  that  may
move suddenly, become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death
or serious injury, observe the following precautions.
■ When working on the engine compartment
● Keep  hands,  clothing  and  tools  away  from  the  moving  fan  and  engine
drive belt.
● Be  careful  not  to  touch  the  engine,  radiator,  exhaust  manifold,  etc.,  right
after driving as they may be hot. Oil and other fluids may also  be hot.
● Do not leave anything that may burn easily, such as paper and r ags, in the
engine compartment.
● Do  not  smoke,  cause  sparks  or  expose  an  open  flame  to  fuel  or  t he  bat-
tery. Fuel and battery fumes are flammable.
● Be extremely cautious when working on the battery. It contains  poisonous
and corrosive sulfuric acid.
■ Safety glasses
Wear  safety  glasses  to  prevent  flying  or  falling  material,  fluid  spray,  etc.,
from getting in your eyes.
NOTICE
■If you remove the air cleaner filter
Driving with the air cleaner filter removed may cause excessive engine wear
due to dirt in the air. 
     
        
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4196-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Engine compartment
2TR-FE engine
Washer fluid tank (P. 430)
Radiator cap
Engine coolant reservoir ( P. 423)
Engine oil filler cap ( P. 422)
Power steering fluid reservoir ( P. 426) Engine oil level dipstick
( P. 421)
Brake fluid reservoir ( P. 425)
Fuse box ( P. 454)
Battery ( P. 428)
Condenser ( P. 425)
Radiator ( P. 425)1
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4206-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
2GR-FKS engine
Washer fluid tank (P. 430)
Power steering fluid reservoir ( P. 426)
Radiator cap
Engine oil level dipstick ( P. 421)
Engine coolant reservoir ( P. 423) Engine oil filler cap (
P. 422)
Brake fluid reservoir ( P. 425)
Fuse box ( P. 454)
Battery ( P. 428)
Condenser ( P. 425)
Radiator ( P. 425)1
2
3
4
5
6
7
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10
11 
     
        
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4246-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
■Coolant selection
Only  use  “Toyota Super  Long  Life Coolant”  or a  similar  high quality ethylene
glycol based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-bora te coolant with
long-life hybrid organic acid technology.
U.S.A.:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mixture of 50% coolant and 50% deion-
ized water. (Minimum temperature: -31 F [-35 C])
Canada:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mixture of 55% coolant and 45% deion-
ized water. (Minimum temperature: -44 F [-42 C])
For more details about coolant, contact your Toyota dealer.
■ If the coolant level drops within a short time of replenishing
Visually  check  the  radiator,  hoses,  engine  coolant  reservoir  ca p,  drain  cock
and water pump. 
If you cannot find a leak, have your Toyota dealer test the cap and check for
leaks in the cooling system.
WARNING
■ When the engine is hot
Do not remove the radiator cap and engine coolant reservoir cap . (P. 534)
The cooling system may be under pressure and may spray hot coolant if the
cap is removed, causing serious injuries, such as burns.
NOTICE
■ When adding coolant
Coolant is neither plain water nor straight antifreeze. The cor rect mixture of
water  and  antifreeze  must  be  used  to  provide  proper  lubrication,  corrosion
protection and cooling. Be sure to read the antifreeze or coolant label.
■ If you spill coolant
Be sure to wash it off with water to prevent it from damaging p arts or paint. 
     
        
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Maintenance and care
Check the radiator and condenser and clear away any foreign objects. 
If  either  of  the  above  parts  is  extremely  dirty  or  you  are  not  sure  of
their condition, have your vehicle inspected by your Toyota dea l e r.
■Checking fluid level
The brake fluid level should be between the “MAX” and “MIN” lin es
on the tank.
“MAX” line
“MIN” line
■Adding fluid
Make sure to check the fluid ty pe and prepare the necessary ite m.
Type B only
Turn the engine off.
Depress the brake pedal 20 times or more.
Remove the reservoir cap.
Add newly opened brake fluid up to the “MAX” line.
Radiator and condenser
WARNING
■When the engine is hot
Do not touch the radiator or condenser as they may be hot and c ause seri-
ous injuries, such as burns.
Brake fluid
Ty p e  AType B
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2
Fluid type FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703 brake fluid
Items Clean funnel
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3
4 
     
        
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5347-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If  your vehicle overheats
●The  needle  of  the  engine  coolant  temperature  gauge  ( P.   9 8 )
enters the red zone or a loss of engine power is experienced. ( For
example, the vehicle speed does not increase.)
● “High Engine Coolant Temperature” is shown on the multi-informa-
tion display. (if equipped)
● Steam comes out f rom under the hood.
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air condition ing sys-
tem, and then stop the engine.
If you see steam: 
Carefully lift the hood after the steam  subsides.
If you do not see steam:
Carefully lift the hood.
After  the  engine  has  cooled
down  sufficiently,  inspect  the
hoses  and  radiator  core  (radia-
tor) for any leaks. Radiator
Cooling fan
If  a  large  amount  of  coolant  leaks,
immediately  contact  your  Toyota
dealer.
The coolant level is satisfactory
if  it  is  between  the  “FULL”  and
“LOW” lines on the reservoir.Reservoir
“FULL”
“LOW”
Radiator cap
The following may indicate that  your vehicle is overheating:
Correction procedures
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