3627-2. Steps to take in an emergency
1Stop the vehicle in a safe 
place and turn off the air con-
ditioning system, and then 
stop the engine.
2 If you see steam:
Carefully lift the hood after 
the steam subsides.
If you do not see steam:
Carefully lift the hood.
3 After the engine has cooled 
down sufficiently, inspect the  hoses and radiator core (radi-
ator) for any leaks.
Radiator
Cooling fan
If a large amount of coolant leaks, 
immediately contact your Toyota 
dealer.
4
The coolant level is satisfac-
tory if it is between the “MAX” 
and “MIN” lines on the reser-
voir.
Reservoir
“MAX” line
“MIN” line
5 Add engine coolant if neces-
sary.
Water can be used in an emer-
gency if engine coolant is unavail-
If  your vehicle over-
heats
The following may indicate 
that your vehicle is over-
heating.
The engine coolant tem-
perature gauge ( P.72, 75) 
is in the red zone or a loss 
of engine power is experi-
enced. (For example, the 
vehicle speed does not 
increase.)
 “Engine Coolant Temp High 
Stop in a Safe Place See 
Owner’s Manual” is shown 
on the multi-information dis-
play.
 Steam comes out from 
under the hood.
Correction procedures