1745-1. Before driving
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WARNING
●The brake system consists of 2
or more individual hydraulic sys-
tems; if one of the systems fails,
the other(s) will still operate. In
this case, the brake pedal
should be depressed more
firmly than usual and the brak-
ing distance will increase. Have
your brakes fixed immediately.
NOTICE
■When driving the vehicle
●Do not depress t he accelerator
and brake pedals at the same
time during drivin g, as this may
restrain the fuel cell system out-
put.
●Do not use the accelerator
pedal or depress the accelera-
tor and brake pedals at the
same time to hold the vehicle on
a hill.
■When parking the vehicle
Always set the parking brake, and
shift the shift position to P. Failure
to do so may cause the vehicle to
move or the vehi cle may acceler-
ate suddenly if the accelerator
pedal is accidentally depressed.
■Avoiding damage to vehicle
parts
●Do not turn the steering wheel
fully in either direction and hold
it there for an extended period
of time.
Doing so may damage the
power steering motor.
●When driving over bumps in the
road, drive as slowly as possible
to avoid damagi ng the wheels,
underside of the vehicle, etc.
■If you get a flat tire while driv-
ing
A flat or damaged tire may cause
the following situations. Hold the
steering wheel firmly and gradu-
ally depress the brake pedal to
slow down the vehicle.
●It may be difficult to control your
vehicle.
●The vehicle will make abnormal
sounds or vibrations.
●The vehicle will lean abnor-
mally.
Information on what to do in case
of a flat tire ( P.467)
■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:
●Fuel cell system stalling
●Short in electrical components
●Fuel cell system damage
caused by water immersion
In the event that you drive on a
flooded road and the vehicle is
flooded, be sure to have your Toy-
ota dealer check the following:
●Fuel cell system
●Brake function
●Changes in quantity and quality
of transmission fluid, etc.
●Lubricant condition for the bear-
ings and suspension joints
(where possible), and the func-
tion of all joints, bearings, etc.
4027-2. Maintenance
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Radiator/con-
denser
The radiator and
condenser should
be free from for-
eign objects.
( P.411)
Washer fluid
Is there sufficient
washer fluid?
( P.412)
Trun k
ItemsCheck points
12-volt batteryCheck the connec-
tions. ( P.413)
Vehicle interior
ItemsCheck points
Accelerator
pedal
• The accelerator
pedal should
move smoothly
(without uneven
pedal effort or
catching).
Transmission
“Park” mecha-
nism
• When parked on a slope and the
shift position is in
P, is the vehicle
securely
stopped?
ItemsCheck points
Brake pedal
• Does the brake pedal move
smoothly?
• Does the brake pedal have
appropriate
clearance from
the floor?
• Does the brake pedal have the
correct amount
of free play?
Brakes
• The vehicle should not pull to
one side when
the brakes are
applied.
• The brakes should work
effectively.
• The brake pedal should not feel
spongy.
• The brake pedal should not get
too close to the
floor when the
brakes are
applied.
Head
restraints
• Do the head restraints move
smoothly and
lock securely?
Indica-
tors/buzzers
• Do the indica-tors and buzzers
function prop-
erly?
Lights• Do all the lights come on?
ItemsCheck points
5009-1. Specifications
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*: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity.If replacement is necessary, contact your Toyota dealer.
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 112 lbf (500 N, 51 kgf) while the fuel cell system is operating.
When performing the brake pedal i nspection, also be sure to check that
Electrical system (12-volt battery)
Open voltage at 68°F (20°C):
12.0 V or higher
(Turn the power switch off and turn on the
high beam headlights for 30 seconds.)
Charging rates
Quick charge
Slow charge
15 A max.
5 A max.
Transmission
Fluid capacity*5.9 qt. (5.6 L , 4.9 Imp. qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
■Transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than the above type may cause ab normal
noise or vibration, or damage th e transmission of your vehicle.
Brakes
Pedal clearance*14.0 in. (102 mm) Min.
Pedal free play0.04 0.24 in. (1 6 mm)
Brake pad wear limit0.04 in. (1 mm)
Parking brake lin ing wear limit0.04 in. (1 mm)
Parking brake indicator*2
When pulling the parking brake switch for
1 to 2 seconds: comes on
When pushing the parking brake switch for
1 to 2 seconds: turns off
Fluid typeFMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703
FMVSS No.116 DOT 4 or SAE J1704
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Alphabetical Index547
F
Flat tire .................................... 467Tire pressure warning system........................................... 418
Floor mats ................................. 26
Fluid Brake .................................... 500
Transmission ........................ 500
Washer ................................. 412
Footwell light .................... ...... 355
Front footwell lights ............... 355
Front passenger occupant clas- sification system .................... 46
Front seats .............................. 141 Adjustment ........................... 141
Cleaning ............................... 396
Correct driving posture ........... 27
Driving position memory....... 142
Head restraints ..................... 145
Memory recall function ......... 144
Power easy access system .. 142
Seat heaters ......................... 351
Seat position memory .......... 142
Seat ventilators .................... 351
Front side marker light Light switch .......................... 198
Replacing light bulbs ............ 443
Front turn signal lights .......... 190 Replacing light bulbs ............ 443
Turn signal lever ................... 190
Fuel .......................................... 210 Capacity ............................... 497
Fuel gauge ..................... 99, 102
Refueling .............................. 210
Type ..................................... 497
Warning light ........................ 460
Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle ......... 76 Charging the traction battery .. 78
Driving tips ............................. 91
Handling hydrogen gas .......... 86
Hydrogen gas ......................... 85 Hydrogen-related components81
Maintenance, repair, recycling,
and disposal .........................78
Power output restriction ..........84
Power switch ........................180
Regenerative braking .............78
Road accident cautions ..........88
Running out of fuel .................83
Service plugs ..........................87
Sounds and vibrations ............77
Starting the system ...............180
Traction battery air intake vents .............................................90
Fuel cell electric vehicle driving tips ...........................................91
Fuel cell stack .....................76, 81 Fuel cell stack cover .............409
Fuel cell stack coolant ...........410 Checking ..............................410
Preparing and checking before winter ..................................327
Fuel cell stack cover ..............409
Fuel cell system ........................76 Acoustic vehicle alerting system.............................................79
Emergency shut off system ....89
High voltage components .......81
If the fuel cell system will not start ....................................480
Overheating ..........................491
Power switch ........................180
Precautions ............................81
Predictive efficient drive..........79
Starting the fuel cell system .180
Water release .......................196
Fuel cell System Indicator ...103, 108, 118
Fuel cell unit Compartment........................408
Fuel cell unit compartment cover...........................................409