2023 TOYOTA HILUX charging

4987-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Add washer fluid in the following
situations:
● A washer does not work.
● The warning message appears
on the multi-information display
(if equipped).
NOTICE
■ When recharging the battery
Never recharge the battery while the engine is running. Also, be sure all
accessories are turned off.
■ When adding distilled water (vehicles with maintenance type battery)
Avoid overfilling. Water spilled duri ng battery recharging may cause corro-
sion.
Washer fluid
WARNING
■ When adding washer fluid
Do not add washer fluid when the engine is hot or running as washer fluid
contains alcohol and may catch fi re if spilled on the engine etc.
NOTICE
■Do not use any fluid other than washer fluid
Do not use soapy water or engine antifreeze instead of washer fluid.
Doing so may cause streaking on the vehicle’s painted surfaces as well as
damaging the pump leading to problems of the washer fluid not spraying.
■ Diluting washer fluid
Dilute washer fluid with water as necessary.
Refer to the freezing temperatures list ed on the label of the washer fluid bot-
tle.

5668-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If a war ning light tur ns on or a warning
buzzer sounds
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights
comes on or flashes. If a light comes on or flashes, but then
goes off, this does not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the
system. However, if this continues to occur, have the vehicle
inspected by any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer.
Warning light and warning buzzer list
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions
Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)
Indicates:
• Low brake fluid
• Malfunction in the brake system
• Low negative pressure in the vacuum tank (diesel
engine)
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and con-
tact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota autho-
rized repairer, or any reliable repairer. Continuing to
drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
Charging system warning light*1 (if equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and con-
tact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota autho-
rized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
Low engine oil pressure warning light (warning
buzzer)*1, 2 (if equipped)
Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low (This
warning light may come on if the vehicle is stopped on a
slope. Move to a level surface and check to see if the light
goes off.)
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and con-
tact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota autho-
rized repairer, or any reliable repairer.

5798-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
■If a message that indicates the malfunction of front camera is shown
The following systems may be suspended until the problem shown in the
message is resolved. ( P. 270, 566)
● PCS (Pre-Collision System)*
●LDA (Lane Departure Alert With Yaw Assist Function)*
●RSA (Road Sign Assist)*
●Dynamic radar cruise control*
*: If equipped
■ If a message that indicates the malfunction of radar sensor is shown
The following systems may be suspended until the problem shown in the
message is resolved. ( P. 270, 566)
● PCS (Pre-Collision System)*
●LDA (Lane Departure Alert With Yaw Assist Function)*
●Dynamic radar cruise control*
*: If equipped
■ If “See owner’s manual” is shown
● If the following messages are shown, follow the instructions accordingly.
• “Engine Coolant Temp High Stop in a Safe Place” ( P. 610)
• “Transmission fluid temp high” ( P. 237)
• “Water accumulation in fuel filter” ( P. 499)
• “AdBlue Level Low Fill up AdBlue in 2400 km” ( P. 502)
• “AdBlue level Low No start in 800 km Top up AdBlue” ( P. 502)
• “AdBlue empty Unable to Restart Engine Fill up AdBlue” ( P. 502)
•“DPF full” ( P. 370)
• “Front Camera Temporarily Unavailable” ( P. 270)
● If “Smart Entry & Start System malfunction” is shown, this may be a mal-
function.
Immediately have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota retailer or
Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
● If “Low Braking Power Stop in a Safe Place” is shown, there may be a mal-
function. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact any
authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
● If the following messages are shown, there may be a malfunction. Immedi-
ately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
• “Charging System Malfunction Stop in a Safe Place”
• “Oil Pressure Low Stop in a Safe Place”

6068-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Once the vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper cables in
the exact reverse order from which they were connected.
Once the engine starts, have the vehicle inspected at any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer
as soon as possible.
■ Starting the engine when the battery is discharged (vehicles with auto-
matic transmission)
The engine cannot be started by push-starting.
■ To prevent battery discharge
● Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the engine is off.
(Vehicles with Stop & Start system: Except when the engine is stopped due
to the Stop & Start system)
● Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is running
at a low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic.
■ When the battery is removed or discharged
● Information stored in the ECU is cleared. When the battery is depleted, have
the vehicle inspected at any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer.
● The power windows may not close normally. In this case, initialize the power
windows. (if equipped) ( P. 185)
● If it is necessary to initialize the panoramic view monitor (if equipped), refer
to “Navigation and multimedia system Owner’s manual” or “Multimedia
Owner’s Manual”.
■ Charging the battery
The electricity stored in the battery will discharge gradually even when the
vehicle is not in use, due to natural discharge and the draining effects of cer-
tain electrical appliances. If the vehicle is left for a long time, the battery may
discharge, and the engine may be unable to start. (The battery recharges
automatically during driving.)
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6078-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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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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9-1. Specifications
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 (68F):
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.

673Alphabetical index
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TRC (Traction Control) ............ 354
Trip information ....................... 135
Trip meters ............................... 129
Turn signal lights
Replacing light
bulbs ................... 536, 542, 549
Turn signal lever ................... 245
Wattage................................. 643
USB memory ............................ 401
USB port*................................. 381
Valet key ................................... 146
Vanity mirror ............................ 464
Vehicle data recording .............. 10
Vehicle identification
number ................................... 624
Vehicle Stability Control
(VSC)....................................... 354
VSC (Vehicle Stability
Control) .................................. 354
Warning buzzers
Fuel filter ............................... 569
Key reminder......................... 221
Pre-collision braking.............. 273
Seat belt reminder................. 570
Toyota parking
assist-sensor ...................... 323
Warning lights
ABS....................................... 567
AUTO LSD ............................ 571
Brake Override system ......... 569
Brake system ........................ 566
Charging system ................... 566
Electronic engine control
system ................................ 567
Four-wheel drive system....... 568
Fuel system .......................... 569
Go to service......................... 571
LDA (Lane Departure Alert
with Yaw Assist
Function) ............................ 570
Low AdBlue™ ....................... 571
Low engine oil level .............. 570
Low engine oil pressure ........ 566
Low fuel level ........................ 570
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 567
Master warning light.............. 570
Open door ............................. 570
Parking brake........................ 571
PCS (Pre-Collision
System) .............................. 569
Power steering ...................... 567
Seat belt reminder light ......... 570
Slip indicator ......................... 568
SRS ...................................... 567
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*: Refer to “Navigation and multimedia system Owner’s manual” or
“Multimedia Owner’s Manual”.