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Replacing the battery (vehicles with a smart key system)

Take out the mechanical key.

Remove the cover. To prevent damage to the key, cover the tip of the screwdriver with a rag.

Remove the depleted battery. Insert a new battery with the “+” terminal facing up.

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■Use a CR2016 (vehicles without a smart key system) or CR1632 (vehicles

with a smart key system) lithium battery ●Batteries can be purchased at your Toyota dealer, local electrical appliance

shops or camera stores.

●Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manu-

facturer.

●Dispose of used batteries according to local laws.

■If the electronic key battery is depleted

The following symptoms may occur: ●The smart key system and wireless remote control will not function properly. ●The operational range will be reduced.

CAUTION

■Removed battery and other parts

These parts are small and if swallowed by a child, they can cause choking. Keep away from children. Failure to do so could result in death or serious injury.

NOTICE

■For normal operation after replacing the battery

Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents: ●Always work with dry hands.

Moisture may cause the battery to rust.

●Do not touch or move any other component inside the remote control. ●Do not bend either of the battery terminals.

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Checking and replacing fuses

If any of the electrical components do not operate, a fuse may have blown. If this happens, check and replace the fuses as nec- essary.

Turn the engine switch off. Open the Fuse box cover.

 Engine compartment

Push the tab in and lift the lid off.

 Driver’s side instrument panel

Remove the lid.

Remove the fuse with the pull- out tool. Only type A fuse can be removed using the pullout tool.

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Check if the fuse is blown.

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Normal fuse Blown fuse

Type A, B, C, D, E: Replace the blown fuse with a new fuse of an appropriate amperage rat- ing. The amperage rating can be found on the fuse box lid. Type F: Contact your Toyota dealer.

 Type A

 Type B

 Type C

 Type D

 Type E

 Type F

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■After a fuse is replaced

●If the lights do not turn on even after the fuse has been replaced, a bulb may

need replacement. (P. 383)

●If the replaced fuse blows again, have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota

dealer.

■If there is an overload in a circuit

The fuses are designed to blow, protecting the wiring harness from damage.

CAUTION

■To prevent system breakdowns and vehicle fire

Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may cause damage to the vehicle, and possibly a fire or injury. ●Never use a fuse of a higher amperage rating than that indicated, or use

any other object in place of a fuse.

●Always use a genuine Toyota fuse or equivalent.

Never replace a fuse with a wire, even as a temporary fix.

●Do not modify the fuses or fuse boxes.

NOTICE

■Before replacing fuses

Have the cause of electrical overload determined and repaired by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

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Light bulbs

You may replace the following bulbs by yourself. The difficulty level of replacement varies depending on the bulb. If necessary bulb replacement seems difficult to perform, contact your Toyota dealer. For more information about replacing other light bulbs, contact your Toyota dealer.

Preparing for light bulb replacement Check the wattage of the light bulb to be replaced. (P. 465)

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Bulb locations ■ Front

Headlight low beam Headlight high beam/day- time running light Fog light

■ Rear

turn signal/parking

Front light Front side marker light

Rear turn signal light Back-up light License plate light

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Replacing light bulbs ■ Headlight low beams

Turn the cover counterclock- wise and remove it.

Turn the bulb base counter- clockwise.

Unplug the connector while pulling the lock release.

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Replace the light bulb, and install the bulb base. Align the 3 tabs on the light bulb with the mounting and insert.

Turn and secure the bulb base. Shake the bulb base gently to check that it is not loose, turn the headlights on once and visu- ally confirm that no light is leak- ing through the mounting.

Install the cover.

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■ Headlight high beam/daytime running lights

Turn the bulb base counter- clockwise.

Pull the bulb out while press- ing the lock release of the connector.

Replace the light bulb, and install the bulb base. Align the 3 tabs on the light bulb with the mounting and insert.

Turn and secure the bulb base. Shake the bulb base gently to check that it is not loose, turn the headlights on once and visu- ally confirm that no light is leak- ing through the mounting.

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■ Front turn signal/parking light Turn the steering wheel in the opposite direction of the front turn signal light and parking light that you wish to replace. For example, if you wish to replace the front turn signal light and parking light on the right side, turn the steering wheel to the left. Remove screws.

fender

liner

the

Partly liner.

remove

the

fender

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Turn the bulb base counter- clockwise.

Remove the light bulb.

When installing, reverse the steps listed.

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■ Front side marker lights

Turn the steering wheel in the opposite direction of the front side marker light that you wish to replace. For example, if you wish to replace the front side marker light on the right side, turn the steering wheel to the left.

Remove screws.

the

fender

liner

Partly liner.

remove

the

fender

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Turn the bulb base counter- clockwise.

Remove the light bulb.

When installing, reverse the steps listed.

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■ Fog light (left side)

Turn the steering wheel in the opposite direction of the fog light that you wish to replace. For example, if you wish to replace the fog light on the left side, turn the steering wheel to the right.

Remove screws.

the

fender

liner

Partly liner.

remove

the

fender

Unplug the connector while depressing the lock release.

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Turn the bulb base counter- clockwise.

Install a new light bulb. Align the 3 tabs on the light bulb with the mounting and insert.

Turn clockwise and secure the bulb base.

Install the connector. Shake the connector gently to check that it is not loose, turn the front fog lights on once and visually confirm that no light is leaking through the mounting.

When installing the fender liner, install by conducting and with the directions reversed.

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■ Rear turn signal lights

the back door and

Open remove the cover. To prevent damage to the vehi- cle, cover the tip of the screw- driver with a rag.

Turn the bulb base counter- clockwise.

Remove the light bulb.

When installing, reverse the steps listed.

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■ Back-up lights

the back door and

Open remove the cover. To prevent damage to the vehi- cle, cover the tip of the screw- driver with a rag.

Turn the bulb base counter- clockwise.

Remove the light bulb.

When installing, reverse the steps listed.

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■ License plate lights

Remove lens.

the screws and

Remove the light bulb.

When installing, reverse the steps listed.

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■ Replacing the following bulbs

If any of the lights listed below has burnt out, have it replaced by your Toyota dealer. ● Fog light (right side) ● Side turn signal lights ● Stop/tail lights ● Rear side marker lights ● High mounted stoplight ● Outer foot lights (if equipped)

■LED light bulbs

The side turn signal lights, stop/tail lights, rear side marker lights, high mounted stoplight and outer foot lights consist of a number of LEDs. If any LEDs burn out, take your vehicle to your Toyota dealer to have the light replaced.

■Condensation build-up on the inside of the lens

Temporary condensation build-up on the inside of the lens does not indicate a malfunction. Contact your Toyota dealer for more information in the following situations: ●Large drops of water have built up on the inside of the lens. ●Water has built up inside the lens.

CAUTION

■Replacing light bulbs

●Turn off the lights. Do not attempt to replace the bulb immediately after

turning off the lights. The bulbs become very hot and may cause burns.

●Do not touch the glass portion of the light bulb with bare hands. When it is unavoidable to hold the glass portion, use and hold with a clean dry cloth to avoid getting moisture and oils on the bulb. Also, if the bulb is scratched or dropped, it may blow out or crack.

●Fully install light bulbs and any parts used to secure them. Failure to do so may result in heat damage, fire, or water entering the headlight unit. This may damage the headlights or cause condensation to build up on the lens.

■To prevent damage or fire

●Make sure bulbs are fully seated and locked. ●Check the wattage of the bulb before installing to prevent heat damage.

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7-1. Essential information

Emergency flashers .......... 400
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ...................... 401

7-2. Steps to take in an emergency If your vehicle needs to be towed ..................... 403
If you think something is wrong .............................. 410
Fuel pump shut off system ............................ 411
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer sounds ............................ 412
If a warning message or indicator is displayed ...... 421
If you have a flat tire.......... 428
If the engine will not start........................... 441
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P............. 443
If you cannot operate back door opener .................... 444
If the electronic key does not operate properly........ 445
If the vehicle battery is discharged ...................... 447
If your vehicle overheats ........................ 450
If the vehicle becomes stuck ............................... 453

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7-1. Essential information

Emergency flashers

The emergency flashers are used to warn other drivers when the vehicle has to be stopped in the road due to a breakdown, etc.

Press the switch.

All the turn signals will flash. To turn them off, press the switch once again.

■Emergency flashers

If the emergency flashers are used for a long time while the engine is not operating, the battery may discharge.

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If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency

Only in an emergency, such as if it becomes impossible to stop the vehicle in the normal way, stop the vehicle using the follow- ing procedure:

Steadily step on the brake pedal with both feet and firmly depress it. Do not pump the brake pedal repeatedly as this will increase the effort required to slow the vehicle. Shift the shift lever to N.

 If the shift lever is shifted to N

After slowing down, stop the vehicle in a safe place by the road. Stop the engine.

 If the shift lever cannot be shifted to N

Keep depressing the brake pedal with both feet to reduce vehicle speed as much as possible. Vehicles without a smart key system: Stop the engine by turning the engine switch to the “ACC” position.

Vehicles with a smart key sys- tem: To stop the engine, press and hold the engine switch for 2
consecutive seconds or more, or press it briefly 3 times or more in succession.

Stop the vehicle in a safe place by the road.

Press and hold for 2 seconds or more or press briefly 3 times or more

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CAUTION

■If the engine has to be turned off while driving

●Power assist for the brakes and steering wheel will be lost, making the brake pedal harder to depress and the steering wheel heavier to turn. Decelerate as much as possible before turning off the engine.

●Vehicles without a smart key system:

Never attempt to remove the key, as doing so will lock the steering wheel.

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If your vehicle needs to be towed

If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle towed by your Toyota dealer or commercial towing service, using a lift-type truck or flat bed truck. Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by all state/ provincial and local laws.

Situations needs to contact dealers before towing The following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact your Toyota dealer or commercial towing service before towing. ● The engine is running but the vehicle will not move. ● The vehicle makes an abnormal sound. Towing with a sling-type truck Do not tow with a sling-type truck to prevent body damage.

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Towing with a wheel-lift type truck  From the front

Use a towing dolly under the rear wheels.

 From the rear

Use a towing dolly under the front wheels.

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Using a flat bed truck If your Toyota is transported by a flatbed truck, it should be tied down at the locations shown in the illustration.

If you use chains or cables to tie down your vehicle, the angles shaded in black must be 45. Do not overly tie the downs or the vehicle may be dam- aged.

tighten

Emergency towing If a tow truck is not available in an emergency, your vehicle may be temporarily towed using a cable or chain secured to the emergency towing eyelet(s). This should only be attempted on hard surfaced roads for 50 miles (80 km) at low speeds. A driver must be in the vehicle to steer and operate the brakes. The vehicle’s wheels, drive train, axles, steering and brakes must be in good condition.

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Emergency towing procedure

Vehicles with front covers only: Before using the front emer- gency towing eyelet(s), remove the cover(s).

Removing the clips Installing the clips

Securely attach a cable or chain to the towing eyelet. Take care not to damage the vehi- cle body

Vehicles without a smart key system: Enter the vehicle being towed and start the engine. If the engine does not start, turn the engine switch to the “ON” posi- tion. Vehicles with a smart key system: Enter the vehicle being towed and start the engine. If the engine does not start, turn the engine switch to IGNITION ON mode.

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Part-time 4WD models:

 Type A

Shift the front-wheel drive control lever to H2.

 Type B

Push the “UNLOCK” button and turn the front-wheel drive control switch to H2. Full-time 4WD models: Push the “UNLOCK” button and turn the four-wheel drive control switch to H4F. (The center differential is unlocked.) Shift the shift lever to N and release the parking brake. When the shift lever cannot be shifted: P. 443

■While towing

If the engine is not running, the power assist for the brakes and steering will not function, making steering and braking more difficult.

■Wheel nut wrench

Wheel nut wrench is stored in the tool bag. (P. 428)

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CAUTION

Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury. ■When towing the vehicle 2WD models: Be sure to transport the vehi- cle with all four wheels raised off the ground. If the vehicle is towed with the tires contacting the ground, the drivetrain and related parts may be damaged or an acci- dent may occur due to a change in direc- tion of the vehicle. 4WD models: Be sure to transport the vehi- cle with all four wheels raised off the ground. If the vehicle is towed with the tires contacting the ground, the drivetrain or related parts may be damaged, the vehicle may fly off the truck.

■While towing

●When towing using a cables or chains, avoid sudden starts, etc. which place excessive stress on the towing eyelets, cables or chains. The towing eyelets, cables or chains may become damaged, broken debris may hit people and cause serious damage.

●Vehicles without a smart key system: Do not turn the engine switch to the

“LOCK” position. There is a possibility that the steering wheel is locked and cannot be oper- ated.

●Vehicles with a smart key system: Do not turn the engine switch off.

There is a possibility that the steering wheel is locked and cannot be oper- ated.

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NOTICE

■To prevent damage to the vehicle when towing using a wheel-lift type

truck ●2WD models without a smart key system: Do not tow the vehicle from the rear when the engine switch is in the “LOCK” position or the key is removed. The steering lock mechanism is not strong enough to hold the front wheels straight.

●2WD models with a smart key system: Do not tow the vehicle from the rear when the engine switch is off. The steering lock mechanism is not strong enough to hold the front wheels straight.

■To prevent body damage when towing with a sling-type truck

Do not tow with a sling-type truck, either from the front or rear.

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If you think something is wrong

If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle proba- bly needs adjustment or repair. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

Visible symptoms ● Fluid leaks under the vehicle.

(Water dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal.)

● Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear ● Engine coolant temperature gauge needle continually points higher

than normal.

Audible symptoms ● Changes in exhaust sound ● Excessive tire squeal when cornering ● Strange noises related to the suspension system ● Pinging or other noises related to the engine Operational symptoms ● Engine missing, stumbling or running roughly ● Appreciable loss of power ● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking ● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road ● Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling, pedal almost touches

the floor

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Fuel pump shut off system

To minimize the risk of fuel leakage when the engine stalls or when an airbag inflates upon collision, the fuel pump shut off system stops the supply of fuel to the engine.

Follow the procedure below to restart the engine after the system is activated.  Vehicles without a smart key system

Turn the engine switch to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position. Restart the engine.

 Vehicles with a smart key system

Turn the engine switch to ACCESSORY mode or turn it off. Restart the engine.

NOTICE

■Before starting the engine

Inspect the ground under the vehicle. If you find that fuel has leaked onto the ground, the fuel system has been damaged and is in need of repair. Do not restart the engine.

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If a warning light turns 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 your Toyota dealer.

Warning light and warning buzzer list

Warning light

Warning light/Details/Actions

Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)*1
• Low brake fluid • Malfunction in the brake system

This light also comes on when the parking brake is not released. If the light turns off after the parking brake is fully released the system is operating normally.  Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.

(U.S.A.)

(Canada)

Charging system warning light

Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging sys- tem

 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and

contact your Toyota dealer.

Low engine oil pressure warning light

Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low

 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and

contact your Toyota dealer.

Malfunction indicator lamp Indicates a malfunction in: • The emission control system; • The electronic engine control system; • The electronic throttle control system; or • The electronic automatic transmission control sys-

 Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer

tem

immediately.

(U.S.A.)

(Canada)

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Warning light

Warning light/Details/Actions

SRS warning light

Indicates a malfunction in: • The SRS airbag system; • The front passenger occupant classification system;

• The seat belt pretensioner system

 Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer

or

immediately.

ABS warning light

Indicates a malfunction in: • The ABS; or • The brake assist system

 Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer

immediately.

Cruise control indicator light

Indicates a malfunction in the cruise control system

 Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer

immediately.

Slip indicator

Indicates a malfunction in: • The VSC system; • Trailer Sway Control system; • The TRAC system; • The active traction control system; • The AUTO LSD system; • The downhill assist control system; • The hill-start assist control system; or • The Crawl Control system

 Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer

immediately.

Rear differential lock indicator light (if equipped)

Indicates a malfunction in the rear differential lock sys- tem

 Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer

immediately.

Four-wheel drive indicator light (if equipped)

Indicates a malfunction in the four-wheel drive system  Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer

immediately.

(U.S.A.)

(Canada)

(Flashes)

(Flashes rapidly)

(Flashes rapidly)

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Warning light

Warning light/Details/Actions

Low speed four-wheel drive equipped)

indicator

light (if

Indicates a malfunction in the four-wheel drive system  Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer

immediately.

(Flashes rapidly)

Center differential lock indicator light (if equipped) Indicates a malfunction in the four-wheel drive system  Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer

immediately.

(Flashes rapidly)

Multi-terrain Select indicator light (if equipped)

Indicates a malfunction in the Multi-terrain Select sys- tem

 Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer

immediately.

Power steering warning light

Indicates a malfunction in the power steering system

 Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer

immediately.

Unengaged “Park” warning light (if equipped)

Indicates a malfunction in the transmission “Park” mechanism.

 Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer

immediately.

KDSS warning light (if equipped) Indicates a malfunction in KDSS

 Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer

immediately.

Automatic equipped)

immediately.

running boards

indicator

light

(if

Indicates a malfunction in Automatic running boards

 Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer

Open door warning light (warning buzzer)*2
Indicates that a door is not fully closed  Check that all the doors are closed. Low fuel level warning light

Indicates remaining fuel is approximately 3.5 gal. (13.1
L, 2.9 Imp. gal.) or less

 Refuel the vehicle.

(Flashes contin-

uously)

(Flashes)

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Warning light

Warning light/Details/Actions

Seat belt reminder light (warning buzzer)*3
Warns the driver and/or front passenger to fasten their seat belts

 Fasten the seat belt.

If the front passenger’s seat is occupied, the front passenger’s seat belt also needs to be fastened to make the warning light (warning buzzer) turn off.

Smart key system indicator light

Indicates malfunction in the smart key system.

 P. 421
Master warning light

A buzzer sounds and warning light comes on flashes to indicate that the master warning system has detected a malfunction.

 P. 421
Tire pressure warning light When the light comes on: Low tire inflation pressure such as • Natural causes (P. 417) • Flat tire (P. 428)

 Adjust the tire inflation pressure (including the

spare tire) to the specified level. The light will turn off after a few minutes. In case the light does not turn off even if the tire inflation pressure is adjusted, have the system checked by your Toyota dealer. When the light comes on after blinking for 1 minute: Malfunction in the tire pressure warning system (P. 418)

 Have the system checked by your Toyota

dealer.

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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency *1: Parking brake engaged warning buzzer:

A buzzer will sound if the vehicle is driven at a speed of approximately 3
mph (5 km/h) or more.

*2: Open door warning buzzer:

The open door warning buzzer sounds to alert one or more of the doors is not fully closed (with the vehicle having reached a speed of 3 mph [5 km/h]).

*3: Driver’s and front passenger’s seat belt buzzer:

The driver’s and front passenger’s seat belt buzzer sounds to alert the driver and front passenger that his or her seat belt is not fastened. The buzzer sounds intermittently for 10 seconds after the vehicle reaches a speed of 12 mph (20 km/h). Then, if the seat belt is still unfastened, the buzzer will sound in a different tone for 20 more seconds.

■SRS warning light

This warning light system monitors the airbag sensor assembly, front impact sensors, side impact sensors (front door), side impact sensors (rear), safing sensor (rear), driver's seat belt buckle switch, front passenger occupant clas- sification system (ECU and sensors), “AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF” indicator lights, front passenger's seat belt buckle switch, seat belt preten- sioners, airbags, interconnecting wiring and power sources. (P. 35)

■Key reminder buzzer (vehicles without a smart key system)

The buzzer indicates that the key has not been removed with the engine off and the driver’s door opened.

■Open moon roof reminder buzzer (if equipped)

The buzzer indicates that the moon roof is not fully closed with the engine off and the driver’s door opened.

■Front passenger detection sensor, passenger seat belt reminder and

warning buzzer ●If luggage is placed on the front passenger seat, the front passenger detec- tion sensor may cause the warning light to flash and the warning buzzer to sound even if a passenger is not sitting in the seat.

●If a cushion is placed on the seat, the sensor may not detect a passenger,

and the warning light may not operate properly.

■If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving

First check the following: ●Is the fuel tank empty?

If it is, fill the fuel tank immediately.

●Is the fuel tank cap loose?

If it is, tighten it securely.

The light will go off after several driving trips. If the light does not go off even after several trips, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

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■The tire pressure warning light may come on due to natural causes The tire pressure warning light may come on due to natural causes such as natural air leaks and tire inflation pressure changes caused by temper- ature. In this case, adjusting the tire inflation pressure will turn off the warning light (after a few minutes).

■When a tire is replaced with a spare tire

 Vehicles without P245/60R20 tires The spare tire is not equipped with a tire pressure warning valve and transmitter. If a tire goes flat, the tire pressure warning light will not turn off even though the flat tire has been replaced with the spare tire. Replace the spare tire with the repaired tire and adjust the tire inflation pressure. The tire pressure warning light will go off after a few minutes.  Vehicles with P245/60R20 tires The spare tire is also equipped with a tire pressure warning valve and transmitter. The tire pressure warning light will turn on if the tire inflation pressure of the spare tire is low. If a tire goes flat, the tire pressure warn- ing light will not turn off even though the flat tire has been replaced with the spare tire. Replace the spare tire with the repaired tire and adjust the tire inflation pressure. The tire pressure warning light will go off after a few minutes.

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■If the tire pressure warning system is not functioning

The tire pressure warning system will be disabled in the following condi- tions: (When the condition becomes normal, the system will work properly.) ●If tires not equipped with tire pressure warning valves and transmitters

are used

●If the ID code on the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters is not

registered in the tire pressure warning computer

●If the tire inflation pressure is 73 psi (500 kPa, 5.1 kgf/cm2 or bar) or

higher

The tire pressure warning system may be disabled in the following condi- tions: (When the condition becomes normal, the system will work properly.) ●If electronic devices or facilities using similar radio wave frequencies are

nearby

●If a radio set at a similar frequency is in use in the vehicle ●If a window tint that affects the radio wave signals is installed ●If there is a lot of snow or ice on the vehicle, particularly around the

wheels or wheel housings

●If non-genuine Toyota wheels are used (Even if you use Toyota wheels, the tire pressure warning system may not work properly with some types of tires.)

●If tire chains are used ●Vehicles with P245/60R20 tires: If the spare tire is in a location subject

to poor radio wave signal reception

●Vehicles with P245/60R20 tires: If a large metallic object which can

interfere with signal reception is put in the luggage compartment

■If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking

for 1 minute If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking for 1
minute when the engine switch is turned on, have it checked by your Toyota dealer.

■Customization that can be configured at Toyota dealer

The vehicle speed linked seat belt reminder buzzer can be disabled. (Customizable features P. 481) However, Toyota recommends that the seat belt reminder buzzer be operational to alert the driver and front passenger when seat belts are not fastened.

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CAUTION

■If the tire pressure warning light comes on

Be sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to do so could cause a loss of vehicle control and result in death or serious injury. ●Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire

inflation pressure immediately.

●If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pres- sure adjustment, it is probable that you have a flat tire. Check the tires. If a tire is flat, change it with the spare tire and have the flat tire repaired by the nearest Toyota dealer.

●Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate,

you could lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes.

■If a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur

The tire pressure warning system may not activate immediately.

■Maintenance of the tires

Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label (tire and load information label). (If your vehicle has tires of a dif- ferent size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label [tire and load information label], you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.) As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS-tire pressure warning system) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale (tire pressure warning light) when one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale (tire pressure warning light) illumi- nates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly under- inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability. Please note that the TPMS (tire pressure warning system) is not a sub- stitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale (tire pressure warning light).

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CAUTION

Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS (tire pressure warn- ing system) malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly. The TPMS (tire pressure warning system) malfunc- tion indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale (tire pressure warning light). When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illumi- nated. This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction exists. When the malfunction indicator is illu- minated, the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pres- sure as intended. TPMS (tire pressure warning system) malfunctions may occur for a vari- ety of reasons, including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS (tire pressure warning system) from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS (tire pres- sure warning system) malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alter- nate tires and wheels allow the TPMS (tire pressure warning system) to continue to function properly.

NOTICE

■To ensure the tire pressure warning system operates properly

Do not install tires with different specifications or makers, as the tire pressure warning system may not operate properly.

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If a warning message or indicator is displayed

If a warning is shown on the multi-information display, stay calm and perform the following actions:

Master warning light The master warning light also comes on or flashes in order to indicate that a message is cur- rently being displayed on the multi- information display. Multi-information display

If any of the warning message or indicator comes on again after the following actions have been performed, contact your Toyota dealer. Warning message and warning buzzer list

Warning message

Details/Actions

Indicates a malfunction in the steering lock sys- tem

A buzzer also sounds.

 Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota

dealer.

Indicates a malfunction in the automatic transmis- sion system

A buzzer also sounds.

 Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota

dealer.

Indicates that the automatic transmission fluid temperature is too high A buzzer also sounds.

 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place, shift the shift lever to P and wait until the message goes off. If the message goes off, you may start the vehicle again. If the message does not go off, contact your Toyota dealer.

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Warning message

Details/Actions

Indicates a malfunction in the intuitive parking assist-sensor

The site of the malfunction flashes and stays on. A buzzer will sound for several seconds and this warning message will disappear after sev- eral seconds. If the engine switch is turned to a mode other than IGNITION ON mode and then back to IGNITION ON mode, the buzzer will sound and this message will be displayed again.

 Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota

dealer.

Indicates that one or more of the doors is not fully closed If the vehicle reaches a speed of 3 mph (5 km/h), flashes and a buzzer sounds to indicate

that the door(s) are not yet fully closed.  Make sure that all the doors are closed.

Indicates that the back door is not fully closed If the vehicle reaches a speed of 3 mph (5 km/h), flashes and a buzzer sounds to indicate

that the back door is not yet fully closed.  Close the back door.

Indicates that the moon roof is not fully closed (with the engine switch off, and the driver's door open)

A buzzer also sounds.  Close the moon roof. Indicates that the parking brake is still engaged If the vehicle reaches a speed of 3 mph (5 km/h), flashes and a buzzer sounds to indicate

that the parking brake is still engaged.  Release the parking brake.

Indicates that the washer fluid level is low.  Add washer fluid.

(Flashes)

(Flashes)

(Flashes)

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Warning message

Details/Actions

Indicates that an intuitive parking assist-sensor is dirty or covered with ice

The site of the malfunction flashes and stays on. A buzzer will sound for several seconds and this warning message will disappear after sev- eral seconds. If the engine switch is turned to a mode other than IGNITION ON mode and then back to IGNITION ON mode, the buzzer will sound and this message will be displayed again.

 Clean the sensor. Indicates that all maintenance according to the driven distance on the maintenance schedule* should be performed soon. Comes on approximately 4500 miles (7200 km) after the maintenance data has been reset.  If necessary, perform maintenance. Indicates that all maintenance is required to cor- respond to the driven distance on the mainte- nance schedule*. Comes on approximately 5000 miles (8000 km) after the maintenance data has been reset. (The indicator will not work properly unless the maintenance data has been reset.)  Perform

the necessary maintenance. Please reset the maintenance data after the maintenance is performed (P. 340)

(U.S.A. only)

(U.S.A. only)

*: Refer to the separate “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual

Supplement” for the maintenance interval applicable to your vehicle.

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Interior buzzer

Exterior buzzer

Once



Once

times

Once

Con- tinu- ous (5- sec- onds)

Once



Con- tinu- ous



Warning message

Details/Actions

The electronic key is not detected when an attempt is made to start the engine.  Start the engine with the

electronic key present.

The electronic key was carried outside the vehicle and a door other than the driver’s door was opened and closed while the engine switch was in a mode other than off.  Bring the electronic key

back into the vehicle.

The driver’s door was opened and closed while the electronic key was not in the vehicle, the shift lever was in P and the engine switch was not turned off.  Turn the engine switch off or bring the electronic key back into the vehicle.

An attempt was made to exit the vehicle with the electronic key and lock the doors without first turning the engine switch off when the shift lever was in P.  Turn the engine switch off

and lock the doors again.

An attempt was made to drive when the regular key was not