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When trouble arises
Automatic transmission
Ensure that the shift lever is in P and depress the brake pedal.
Touch the area behind the lock
button and unlock button on the
electronic key to the engine
switch.
When the electronic key is
detected, a buzzer sounds and the
engine switch will turn to IGNITION
ON mode.
When the smart entry & start sys-
tem is deactivated in customization
setting, the engine switch will turn
to ACCESSORY mode.
Firmly depress the brake pedal.
A message indicating how to start the engine will be displayed on the
multi-information display.
Press the engine switch.
In the event that the engine still cannot be started, contact any autho-
rized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer.
Starting the engine
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2
3
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Manual transmission
Ensure that the shift lever is in N and depress the clutch pedal.
Touch the area behind the lock
button and unlock button on the
electronic key to the engine
switch.
When the electronic key is
detected, a buzzer sounds and the
engine switch will turn to IGNITION
ON mode.
When the smart entry & start sys-
tem is deactivated in customization
setting, the engine switch will turn
to ACCESSORY mode.
Firmly depress the clutch pedal.
A message indicating how to start the engine will be displayed on the
multi-information display.
Press the engine switch.
In the event that the engine still cannot be started, contact any autho-
rized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer.
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2
3
4
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When trouble arises
■Stopping the engine
Shift the shift lever to P (automatic transmission) or N (manual transmission)
and press the engine switch as you normally do when stopping the engine.
■ Replacing the key battery
As the above procedure is a temporary measure, it is recommended that the
electronic key battery be replaced immediately when the battery is depleted.
( P. 516)
■ Alarm (vehicles with alarm for models for model code destination Blank
[for Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Russia] and W*)
Using the mechanical key to lock the doors will not set the alarm system.
If a door is unlocked using the mechanical key and is opened when the alarm
system is set, the alarm may be triggered.
*: See “Checking your vehicle’s model” if you are not sure of which model
your vehicle is. ( P. 12)
■ Changing engine switch modes
Release the brake pedal (automatic transmission) or clutch pedal (manual
transmission) and press the engine switch in step above.
The engine does not start and modes will be changed each time the switch is
pressed. ( P. 225)
■ When the electronic key does not work properly
● Make sure that the smart entry & start system has not been deactivated in
the customization setting. If it is off, turn the function on.
(Customizable features: P. 647)
● Check if battery-saving mode is set. If it is set, cancel the function.
( P. 162)
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When trouble arises
■When recharging or replacing the battery (vehicles with smart entry &
start system)
● In some cases, it may not be possible to unlock the doors using the smart
entry & start system when the battery is discharged. Use the wireless
remote control or the mechanical key to lock or unlock the doors.
● The engine may not start on the first attempt after the battery has recharged
but will start normally after the second attempt. This is not a malfunction.
● The engine switch mode is memorized by the vehicle. When the battery is
reconnected, the system will return to the mode it was in before the battery
was discharged. Before disconnecting the battery, turn the engine switch off.
If you are unsure what mode the engine switch was in before the battery dis-
charged, be especially careful when reconnecting the battery.
● Vehicles with Stop & Start system: After the battery terminals have been dis-
connected and reconnected or, the battery has been replaced, the Stop &
Start system may not automatically stop the engine for up to an hour.
■ When replacing the battery
● Use a battery that conforms to European regulations.
● Use a battery with the same case size as the previous battery and an equiv-
alent 20 hour rate capacity (20HR) or greater.
• If the sizes differ, the battery cannot be properly secured.
• If the 20 hour rate capacity is low, even if the time period where the vehi-
cle is not used is a short time, the battery may discharge and the engine
may not be able to start.
● Vehicles with Stop & Start system: Use a genuine battery specifically
designed for use with the Stop & Start system or a battery with equivalent
specifications to a genuine battery. If an unsupported battery is used, Stop &
Start system functions may be restricted to protect the battery.
Also, battery performance may decrease and the engine may not be able to
restart. Contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer for details.
● For details, consult any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer.
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When trouble arises
If the vehicle becomes stuck
Stop the engine. Set the parking brake and shift the shift lever to P
(automatic transmission) or N (manual transmission).
Remove the mud, snow or sand from around the stuck tire.
Place wood, stones or some other material under the tires to help
provide traction.
Restart the engine.
Vehicles with rear differential lock system: Lock the rear differential.
( P. 340)
Shift the shift lever to the D or R position (automatic transmission)
or 1 or R position (manual transmission) and carefully apply the
accelerator to free the vehicle.
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle
becomes stuck in mud, dirt or snow:
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2
3
4
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Vehicle specifications
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Double-cab models:
This number is also on the
manufacturer’s label.
■Engine number
The engine number is stamped on the engine block as shown.
Gasoline engineDiesel engine
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Vehicle specifications
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Vehicles with maintenance type battery
Vehicles with maintenance-free type battery
Ignition system (gasoline engine)
Spark plug
MakeDENSO FK20HR-A8
Gap0.8 mm (0.031 in.)
NOTICE
■Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark plug gap.
Electrical system
Battery
Specific gravity reading
at 20 C (68F):
1.25 or higher
If the specific gravity is lower than the standard
value, charge the battery.
Charging rates
Quick charge
Slow charge
15 A max.
5 A max.
Battery
Open voltage at 20 C
(68 F):
12.3 V or higher
If the voltage is lower than the standard value,
charge the battery.
(After charging the battery, turn on the high
beam headlights for 30 seconds with the engine
switch in the “LOCK” position [vehicles without
smart entry & start system] or off [vehicles with
smart entry & start system], and turn the head-
lights off.)
Charging rates 5 A max.
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Vehicle specifications
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*: Your Toyota vehicle is filled with “Toyota Genuine Transfer Gear oil LF” at
the factory. Use Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine Transfer Gear oil LF” or
an equivalent oil of matching quality that satisfies the above specifications.
Please contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer for further details.
*1: 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 that satisfies the above specifications.
Please contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer for further details.
*2: Models made in Thailand*4
*3: Models made in South Africa*4
*4: See “Checking your vehicle’s model” if you are not sure of which model
your vehicle is. ( P. 1 2 )
*5: With rear drum brake
*6: With rear disc brake
Transfer (4WD models)
Oil capacity1.0 L (1.1 qt., 0.9 Imp.qt.)
Oil type*Toyota Genuine Transfer Gear oil LF or
equivalent
Recommended oil viscositySAE 75W
Differential
Oil
capacity
Front
(4WD
models)
Without A.D.D.1.45 L (1.53 qt., 1.28 Imp.qt.)
With A.D.D.1.60 L (1.69 qt., 1.41 Imp.qt.)
Rear
Without rear differ-
ential lock system
3.65 L (3.86 qt., 3.21 Imp.qt.)*2
3.75 L (3.96 qt., 3.30 Imp.qt.)*3
With rear differential
lock system
3.60 L (3.80 qt., 3.17 Imp.qt.)*5
5.14 L (5.43 qt., 4.52 Imp.qt.)*2, 6
5.20 L (5.50 qt., 4.58 Imp.qt.)*3, 6
Oil type*1 and oil viscosity
Toyota Genuine Differential
gear oil LT 75W-85 GL-5 or
equivalent