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not indicate a malfunction. ●Large drops of water have built up on the inside of the lens. ●Water has built up inside the headlight.

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■Removing and installing the clips

The luggage trim cover and trunk panel cover clip

Removing Installing

The fender liner clip

Installing

■When replacing light bulbs

→P. 399

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. Hold the

bulb by the plastic or metal portion. 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.

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CAUTION

Metal components

4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance

●Vehicles with discharge headlights:

While the low beam headlights are turned on, and for a short time after they have been turned off, metal com- ponents at the rear of the headlight assembly will be extremely hot. To pre- vent burns, do not touch these metal components until you are certain they have cooled down.

■Discharge headlights (if equipped)

●Contact your Toyota dealer before replacing the discharge headlights

(including light bulbs).

●Do not touch the discharge headlight’s high voltage socket when the head-

lights are turned on. An extremely high voltage of 30000 V will be discharged and could result in serious injury or death by electric shock.

●Do not attempt to take apart or repair the low beam discharge headlight

bulbs, connectors, power supply circuits, or related components. Doing so could result in electric shock and serious injury or death.

■To prevent damage or fire

Make sure bulbs are fully seated and locked.

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5-1. Essential information Emergency flashers

Use the emergency flashers if the vehicle malfunctions or is involved in an accident.

Press the switch to flash all the turn signal lights. To turn them off, press the switch once again.

NOTICE

■To prevent battery discharge

Do not leave the emergency flashers on longer than necessary when the engine is not running.

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5-1. Essential information If your vehicle needs to be towed

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

Before towing

The following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact your Toyota dealer 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

Release the parking brake.

From the rear

Use a towing dolly under the front wheels.

Using a flatbed truck

416

If you use chains or cables to tie down your vehicle, the angles shaded in black must be 45°. Do not overly tighten the tie downs or the vehicle may be damaged.

5-1. Essential information

NOTICE

■To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission when towing

using a wheel-lift type truck Never tow this vehicle from the rear with the front wheels on the ground.

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

truck When raising the vehicle, ensure adequate ground clearance for towing at the opposite end of the raised vehicle. Without adequate clearance, the vehicle could be damaged while being towed.

■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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5-1. Essential information If you think something is wrong

If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably 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 ● The rightmost segment of the engine coolant temperature dis-

play flashes

■ 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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5-1. Essential information 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 STEP 1

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

STEP 2

Vehicles with a smart key system STEP 1

Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch off. Restart the engine.

STEP 2

NOTICE

■Before starting the engine

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

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency 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.

Stop the vehicle immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.

The following warning indicates a possible problem in the brake sys- tem. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer.

Warning light

Warning light/Details

Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)* • 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.

(U.S.A.)

(Canada)

*: Parking brake engaged warning buzzer: The buzzer sounds to indicate that the parking brake is still engaged (with the vehicle having reached a speed of 3 mph [5 km/h]).

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Stop the vehicle immediately.

The following warning indicates the possibility of damage to the vehi- cle that may lead to an accident. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer.

Warning light

Warning light/Details

Charging system warning light Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system.

Low engine oil pressure warning light Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low.

High engine coolant temperature warning light (the rightmost segment of the engine coolant temperature display flashes) Indicates that the engine is almost overheating. (→P. 459)

Type A

Type B

Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.

Failure to investigate the cause of the following warnings may lead to the system operating abnormally and possibly cause an accident. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.

Warning light

Warning light/Details

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

(U.S.A.)

(Canada)

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Warning light

Warning light/Details

SRS warning light Indicates a malfunction in: • The SRS airbag system; or • The front passenger occupant classification system; or • The seat belt pretensioner system.

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

Cruise control indicator light Indicates a malfunction in the cruise control system. →P. 199

Slip indicator light Indicates a malfunction in: • VSC system; or • TRAC system. Electric power steering system warning light (warning buzzer) Indicates a malfunction in the EPS system.

BSM warning light (if equipped) Indicates a malfunction in the Blind Spot Monitor.

Smart key system indicator light (if equipped) Indicates a malfunction in the smart key system.

(U.S.A.)

(Canada)

(Comes on in

yellow)

(Comes on)

(Comes on)

(Flashes in yellow for 15 seconds.)

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Follow the correction procedures.

After taking the specified steps to correct the suspected problem, check that the warning light goes off.

Warning light

Warning light/Details

Correction procedure

Open door warning light (warning buzzer)*1
Indicates that a door or the trunk is not fully closed. Low fuel level warning light Indicates remaining fuel is approximately 2.6 gal. (9.7 L, 2.1 Imp. gal.) or less. Driver’s/front passen- ger’s seat belt reminder light (warning buzzer)*2
Warns the driver/front pas- senger to fasten his/her seat belt. Low windshield washer fluid warning light Low level of washer fluid.

Check that all doors and the trunk are closed.

Refuel the vehicle.

Fasten the seat belt.

Fill the tank.

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Warning light

(U.S.A. only)

Warning light/Details Maintenance required reminder light Indicates that mainte- nance is required accord- ing to the driven distance on the maintenance schedule*3. Illuminates for about 3 sec- onds and then flashes for about 15 seconds approxi- mately 4500 miles (7200 km) after the maintenance data has been reset. Comes on and remains on if the distance driven exceeds 5000 miles (8000 km) after the maintenance data has been reset. (The indicator will not work properly unless the mainte- nance data has been reset.)

Correction procedure

If necessary, perform main- tenance.

Perform the necessary maintenance. Please reset the mainte- nance data after the mainte- nance is performed. (→P. 340)

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Warning light

Warning light/Details Tire pressure warning light

Correction procedure

When the light comes on: Low tire inflation pressure such as • Natural causes (→P. 430) • Flat tire (→P. 435)

(U.S.A. only)

When the light comes on after blinking for 1 minute: Malfunction in the tire pressure warning system. (→P. 432)

Adjust the tire inflation pressure 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.

Have the system checked by your Toyota dealer.

*1: Open door warning buzzer:

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

*2: Driver’s seat belt buzzer:

Vehicles without a smart key system The driver’s seat belt buzzer sounds to alert the driver that his or her seat belt is not fastened. Once the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position, the buzzer sounds for 6 seconds. If the vehicle reaches a speed of 12 mph (20 km/h), the buzzer sounds once. If the seat belt is still unfastened after 30
seconds, the buzzer will sound intermittently for 10 seconds. Then, if the seat belt is still unfastened, the buzzer will sound in a different tone for 20
more seconds.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

Vehicles with a smart key system The driver’s seat belt buzzer sounds to alert the driver that his or her seat belt is not fastened. Once the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is turned to ON mode, the buzzer sounds for 6 seconds. If the vehicle reaches a speed of 12 mph (20 km/h), the buzzer sounds once. If the seat belt is still unfas- tened after 30 seconds, the buzzer will sound intermittently for 10 seconds. Then, if the seat belt is still unfastened, the buzzer will sound in a different tone for 20 more seconds. Front passenger’s seat belt buzzer: The front passenger’s seat belt buzzer sounds to alert the front passenger that his or her seat belt is not fastened. The buzzer sounds once if the vehi- cle reaches a speed of 12 mph (20 km/h). If the seat belt is still unfastened after 30 seconds, the buzzer will sound intermittently for 10 seconds. Then, if the seat belt is still unfastened, the buzzer will sound in a different tone for 20 more seconds.

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

Supplement” for the maintenance interval applicable to your vehicle.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

Follow the correction procedures. (vehicles with a smart key system)

After taking the specified steps to correct the suspected problem, check that the warning light goes off.

Interior buzzer

Exterior buzzer

Warning

light

Warning light/Details

Correction procedure

Continuous Continuous

(Flashes in yellow)

Once

3 times

(Flashes in yellow)

Once

3 times

(Flashes in yellow)

Smart key system indicator light The electronic key was car- ried outside the vehicle and the driver’s door was opened and closed while any shift position other than P was selected without turning off the “ENGINE START STOP” switch. Smart key system indicator light The electronic key was car- ried outside the vehicle and the driver’s door was opened and closed while the shift position P was selected with- out turning off the “ENGINE START STOP” switch. Smart key system indicator light Indicates that a door other than the driver’s door has been opened and closed with the “ENGINE START STOP” switch in any mode other than off and the electronic key outside of the detection area.

• Change the shift position to P. • Bring the electronic key back into the vehicle.

Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch off or bring the electronic key back into the vehicle.

Confirm the location of the electronic key.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

Interior buzzer

Exterior buzzer

Warning

light

Warning light/Details

Smart key system indicator light An attempt was made to exit the vehicle with the elec- tronic key and lock the doors without first turning the “ENGINE START STOP” switch off.

Smart key system indicator light Indicates that the electronic key is not present when attempting to start the engine.

Smart key system indicator light An attempt was made to drive when the regular key was not inside the vehicle.

Correction procedure

Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch off and lock the doors again.

Confirm the location of the electronic key.

Confirm that the electronic key is inside the vehicle.

Smart key system indicator light Indicates that the electronic key battery is low.

Replace the battery. (→P. 384)

Smart key system indicator light Indicates that the steering lock has not been released.

Release the steering lock. (→P. 152)

Once

Continuous (5 seconds)

(Flashes in yellow)

(Flashes in yellow for 15 seconds.)

(Flashes in yellow)

(Flashes in yellow for 15 seconds.)

(Flashes quickly in green for 15 sec- onds.)

Once

⎯

9 times ⎯

Once

⎯

Once

⎯

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Interior buzzer

Exterior buzzer

Warning

light

Warning light/Details

Correction procedure

Once

⎯

(Flashes in yellow for 30 seconds.)

Smart key system indicator light • When

the doors were unlocked with the mechani- cal key and the “ENGINE START STOP” switch was pressed, the electronic key could not be detected in the vehicle.

then

• The electronic key could not be detected in the vehi- cle even after the “ENGINE START STOP” switch was pressed two consecutive times.

Touch the electronic key to the “ENGINE START STOP” switch while depressing the brake pedal.

■SRS warning light

This warning light system monitors the airbag sensor assembly, front airbag sensors, side and curtain shield airbag sensors, curtain shield airbag sen- sors, driver's seat belt buckle switch, front passenger occupant classification system (ECU and sensors), “AIR BAG ON” indicator light, “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light, front passenger's seat belt buckle switch, seat belt preten- sioner assemblies, airbags, interconnecting wiring and power sources. (→P. 100)

■Front passenger detection sensor, passenger seat belt reminder and

warning buzzer ●If luggage is placed on the front passenger seat, the front passenger detection 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 passen-

ger, and the warning light may not operate properly.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

■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 malfunction indicator lamp will go off after several driving trips. If the malfunction indicator lamp does not go off even after several trips, con- tact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

■When the tire pressure warning light comes on (if equipped)

Check the tire inflation pressure and adjust to the appropriate level. Pushing the tire pressure warning reset switch will not turn off the tire pressure warning light.

■The tire pressure warning light may come on due to natural causes

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

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

■When a tire is replaced with a spare tire (vehicles with a tire pres-

sure warning system) The compact 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 infla- tion pressure. The tire pressure warning light will go off after a few min- utes.

■If the tire pressure warning system is not functioning (vehicles with

a tire pressure warning system) 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 transmit-

ters 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 frequencies 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

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

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

for 1 minute (vehicles with a tire pressure warning system) If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking for 1
minute when the engine switch (vehicles without a smart key system) or the “ENGINE START STOP” switch (vehicles with a smart key system) is turned on, have it checked by your Toyota dealer.

■Electric power steering system warning light (warning buzzer)

The electric power steering system warning light may come on and the warning buzzer may sound when the voltage is low or the voltage drops.

■Customization that can be configured at Toyota dealer

The vehicle speed linked seat belt reminder buzzer can be disabled. (Customizable features →P. 493) However, Toyota recommends that the seat belt reminder buzzer be operational to alert the driver and front passen- ger that the seat belts are not fastened.

CAUTION

■When the electric power steering system warning light comes on

The steering wheel may become extremely heavy. If the steering wheel becomes heavier than usual when operating, hold firmly and operate using more force than usual.

■If the tire pressure warning light comes on (vehicles with a tire

pressure warning system) Be sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to do so could cause 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.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

CAUTION

■If a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur (vehicles with a tire

pressure warning system) The tire pressure warning system may not activate immediately.

■Maintenance of the tires (vehicles with a tire pressure warning sys-

tem) 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 differ- ent 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).

433

5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

CAUTION

Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS (tire pressure warning system) malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operat- ing properly. The TPMS (tire pressure warning system) malfunction indi- cator 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 illumi- nated, the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure 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

■Precaution when installing a different tire (vehicles with a tire pres-

sure warning system) When a tire of a different specification or maker is installed, the tire pres- sure warning system may not operate properly.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If you have a flat tire

Remove the flat tire and replace it with the spare provided. ■ Before jacking up the vehicle

● Stop the vehicle on a hard, flat surface. ● Set the parking brake. ● Shift the shift lever to P. ● Stop the engine. ● Turn on the emergency flashers.

■ Location of the spare tire, jack and tools

Jack

Jack handle

Luggage floor cover

Spare tire cover

Wheel nut wrench

Spare tire

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

Taking out the jack

STEP 1

Remove the luggage floor cover and spare tire cover.

STEP 2

Remove the jack.

436

5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

Taking out the spare tire

STEP 1

Remove the luggage floor cover and spare tire cover.

STEP 2

Remove the tool tray.

STEP 3

Loosen the center fastener that secures the spare tire.

When taking out or stowing the spare tire, make sure to firmly hold opposite ends of the tire.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

Replacing a flat tire

STEP 1

Chock the tires.

Flat tire

Wheel

chock posi-

tions

Front

Rear

Left- hand side

Right- hand side

Left- hand side

Right- hand side

Behind the rear right- hand side tire Behind the rear left- hand side tire In front of the front right-hand side tire In front of the front left-hand side tire

For vehicles with steel wheels, remove the wheel ornament using the wrench.

To protect the wheel ornament, place a rag between the wrench and the wheel ornament, as shown in the illustration.

STEP 2

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STEP 3

STEP 4

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Slightly loosen the wheel nuts (one turn).

Turn the tire jack portion “A” by hand until the notch of the jack is in contact with the jack point.

The jack point guides are located under the rocker panel. They indicate the jack point positions.

STEP 5

Raise the vehicle until the tire is slightly raised off the ground.

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STEP 6

Installing the spare tire

STEP 1

Remove all the wheel nuts and the tire.

When resting the tire on the ground, place the tire so that the wheel design faces up to avoid scratching the wheel surface.

Remove any dirt or foreign mat- ter from the wheel contact sur- face.

If foreign matter is on the wheel contact surface, the wheel nuts may loosen while the vehicle is in motion, causing the tire to come off.

STEP 2

Install the tire and loosely tighten each wheel nut by hand by approximately the same amount.

Tapered portion

When replacing a steel wheel with a steel wheel, tighten the wheel nuts until the tapered por- tion comes into loose contact with the disc wheel seat.

Disc wheel seat

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Tapered portion

When replacing an aluminum wheel with a steel wheel, tighten the wheel nuts until the tapered portion comes into loose contact with the disc wheel seat.

Disc wheel seat

STEP 3

Lower the vehicle.

STEP 4

Firmly tighten each wheel nut two or three times in the order shown in the illustration.

Tightening torque: 76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)

STEP 5

Stow the flat tire, tire jack and all tools.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

■The compact spare tire

●The compact spare tire is identified by the label “TEMPORARY USE

ONLY” on the tire sidewall. Use the compact spare tire temporarily, and only in an emergency.

●Make sure to check the tire inflation pressure of the compact spare

tire. (→P. 474)

■After completing the tire change (vehicles with a tire pressure

warning system) The tire pressure warning system must be reset. (→P. 368)

■When using the compact spare tire

As the compact spare tire is not equipped with a tire pressure warning valve and transmitter, low inflation pressure of the spare tire will not be indicated by the tire pressure warning system. Also, if you replace the compact spare tire after the tire pressure warning light comes on, the light remains on.

■If you have a flat front tire on a road covered with snow or ice

Install the compact spare tire on one of the rear wheels of the vehicle. Perform the following steps and fit tire chains to the front tires: STEP 1

Replace a rear tire with the compact spare tire. Replace the flat front tire with the tire removed from the rear of the vehicle. Fit tire chains to the front tires.

STEP 2

STEP 3

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CAUTION

■When using the compact spare tire ●Remember that the compact spare tire provided is specifically designed for use with your vehicle. Do not use your compact spare tire on another vehicle.

●Do not use more than one compact spare tire simultaneously. ●Replace the compact spare tire with a standard tire as soon as possible. ●Avoid sudden acceleration, deceleration and braking, as well as sharp

cornering.

■When storing the compact spare tire

Be careful not to catch fingers or other body parts between the compact spare tire and the body of the vehicle.

■When the compact spare tire is attached

The vehicle speed may not be correctly detected, and the following sys- tems may not operate correctly: ●ABS & Brake assist ●Cruise control ●VSC ●TRAC ●EPS ●Navigation system (if equipped)

■Speed limit when using the compact spare tire

Do not drive at speeds in excess of 50 mph (80 km/h) when a compact spare tire is installed on the vehicle. The compact spare tire is not designed for driving at high speeds. Failure to observe this precaution may lead to an accident causing death or seri- ous injury.

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CAUTION

■Using the tire jack

Improper use of the tire jack may cause the vehicle to suddenly fall off the jack, leading to death or serious injury. ●Do not use the tire jack for any purpose other than replacing tires or

installing and removing tire chains.

●Only use the tire jack that comes with this vehicle for replacing a flat

tire. Do not use it on other vehicles, and do not use other tire jacks for replacing tires on this vehicle.

●Always check that the tire jack is securely set to the jack point. ●Do not put any part of your body under the vehicle while it is supported

by the jack.

●Do not start or run the engine while your vehicle is supported by the

jack.

●Do not raise the vehicle while someone is inside. ●When raising the vehicle, do not put an object on or under the jack. ●Do not raise the vehicle to a height greater than that required to

replace the tire.

●Use a jack stand if it is necessary to get under the vehicle. Take particular care when lowering the vehicle to ensure that no one working on or near the vehicle may be injured.

444

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CAUTION

■Replacing a flat tire

●Do not touch the disc wheels or the area around the brakes immedi-

ately after the vehicle has been driven. After the vehicle has been driven the disc wheels and the area around the brakes will be extremely hot. Touching these areas with hands, feet or other body parts while changing a tire, etc. may result in burns.

●Failure to follow these precautions could cause the wheel nuts to

loosen and the tire to fall off, resulting in death or serious injury. • Have the wheel nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 76 ft•lbf (103

N•m, 10.5 kgf•m) as soon as possible after changing wheels.

• Do not attach a heavily damaged wheel ornament, as it may fly off

the wheel while the vehicle is moving.

• When installing a tire, only use wheel nuts that have been specifi-

cally designed for that wheel.

• If there are any cracks or deformations in the bolt screws, nut threads or bolt holes of the wheel, have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.

• When installing the wheel nuts, be sure to install them with the

tapered ends facing inward. (→P. 380)

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NOTICE

■Do not drive the vehicle with a flat tire.

Do not continue driving with a flat tire. Driving even a short distance with a flat tire can damage the tire and the wheel beyond repair.

■Be careful when driving over bumps with the compact spare tire

installed on the vehicle. The vehicle becomes lower when driving with the compact spare tire compared to when driving with standard tires. Be careful when driving over uneven road surfaces.

■Driving with tire chains and the compact spare tire

Do not fit tire chains to the compact spare tire. Tire chains may damage the vehicle body and adversely affect driving performance.

■When replacing the tires (vehicles with a tire pressure warning sys-

tem) When removing or fitting the wheels, tires or the tire pressure warning valve and transmitter, contact your Toyota dealer as the tire pressure warning valve and transmitter may be damaged if not handled correctly. ■To avoid damage to the tire pressure warning valves and transmit-

ters (if equipped) When a tire is repaired with liquid sealants, the tire pressure warning valve and transmitter may not operate properly. If a liquid sealant is used, contact your Toyota dealer or other qualified service shop as soon as possible. Make sure to replace the tire pressure warning valve and transmitter when replacing the tire. (→P. 368)

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If the engine will not start

If the engine will not start even though correct starting procedures are being followed (→P. 145, 148), consider each of the following points: ■ The engine will not start even though the starter motor

operates normally. One of the following may be the cause of the problem: ● There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.

Refuel the vehicle.

● The engine may be flooded.

Try to restart the engine again following correct starting proce- dures. (→P. 145, 148)

● There may be a malfunction in the engine immobilizer system.

(→P. 92)

■ The starter motor turns over slowly, the interior lights and headlights are dim, or the horn does not sound or sounds at a low volume. One of the following may be the cause of the problem: ● The battery may be discharged. (→P. 454) ● The battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.

■ The starter motor does not turn over (vehicles with a smart

key system). The engine starting system may be malfunctioning due to an electrical problem such as an open circuit or a blown fuse. How- ever, an interim measure is available to start the engine. (→P. 448)

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■ The starter motor does not turn over, the interior lights and

headlights do not turn on, or the horn does not sound. One of the following may be the cause of the problem: ● One or both of the battery terminals may be disconnected. ● The battery may be discharged. (→P. 454) ● There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system (vehi-

cles with a smart key system). Contact your Toyota dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if repair procedures are unknown.

Emergency start function (vehicles with a smart key system)

When the engine does not start, the following steps can be used as an interim measure to start the engine if the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is functioning normally: Set the parking brake. STEP 1
Shift the shift lever to P. Set the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to ACCESSORY mode. Press and hold the “ENGINE START STOP” switch for about 15 seconds while depressing the brake pedal firmly.

STEP 2

STEP 3

STEP 4

Even if the engine can be started using the above steps, the system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P

If the shift lever cannot be shifted with your foot on the brake pedal, there may be a problem with the shift lock system (a system to pre- vent accidental operation of the shift lever). Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately. The following steps may be used as an emergency measure to ensure that the shift lever can be shifted: STEP 1

Set the parking brake. Vehicles without a smart key system: Turn the engine switch to the “ACC” position. Vehicles with a smart key system: Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to ACCESSORY mode. Depress the brake pedal.

STEP 2

STEP 3

STEP 4

STEP 5

Pry the cover up with a flat- head screwdriver or equiva- lent.

Press the shift lock override button.

The shift lever can be shifted while the button is pressed.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If you lose your keys

New genuine keys can be made by your Toyota dealer. For vehicles without the smart key system, bring a master key and the key num- ber stamped on the key number plate. For vehicles with the smart key system, bring the other key and the key number stamped on the key number plate.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If the electronic key does not operate properly (vehicles with a smart key system)

If communication between the electronic key and the vehicle is inter- rupted (→P. 40) or the electronic key cannot be used because the battery is depleted, the smart key system and wireless remote con- trol cannot be used. In such cases, the doors and trunk can be opened or the engine can be started by following the procedure below.

Locking and unlocking the doors and key linked functions

Using the mechanical key (→P. 29) in order to perform the following operations (driver’s door only):

Locks all doors Closes the windows and moon roof (turn and hold)* Unlocks the door Turning the key rearward unlocks the driver's door. Turning the key once again unlocks the other doors. Opens the windows and moon roof (turn and hold)* *: This setting must be custom-

ized at your Toyota dealer.

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Starting the engine

STEP 1

Ensure that the shift lever is in P and firmly depress the brake pedal.

STEP 2

to

key

Touch the Toyota emblem side of the electronic the “ENGINE START STOP” switch. The “ENGINE START STOP” switch will turn to IGNITION ON mode.

When the smart key system is deactivated in customization setting, the “ENGINE START STOP” switch will turn to ACCESSORY mode. Modes can be changed by pressing the “ENGINE START STOP” switch with brake pedal released. (The mode changes each time the switch is pressed.) STEP 3

Firmly depress the brake pedal and check that the smart key system indicator light (green) turns on. Press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch.

STEP 4
In the event that the “ENGINE START STOP” switch still cannot be operated, contact your Toyota dealer.

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■Stopping the engine

Shift the shift lever to P and press the “ENGINE START STOP” 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. 384)

■If the doors cannot be locked or unlocked by the smart key system

Lock and unlock the doors by the mechanical key or wireless remote control.

■When the electronic key does not work properly

●Make sure that the smart key system has not been deactivated in the

customization setting. If it is off, turn the function on. (Customizable features →P. 493)

●Check if battery-saving mode is set. If it is set, cancel the function.

(→P. 39)

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If the battery is discharged

The following procedures may be used to start the engine if the vehi- cle's battery is discharged. You can also call your Toyota dealer or a qualified repair shop. If you have a set of jumper (or booster) cables and a second vehi- cle with a 12-volt battery, you can jump start your vehicle by follow- ing the steps below. STEP 1

Open the hood. (→P. 350)

STEP 2

Connect the jumper cables according to the following procedure:

Positive (+) battery terminal on your vehicle Positive (+) battery terminal on the second vehicle Negative (-) battery terminal on the second vehicle Connect the jumper cable to ground on your vehicle as shown in the illustration.

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STEP 3

STEP 4

STEP 4
STEP 5

STEP 6

Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the engine speed slightly and maintain at that level for approximately 5
minutes to recharge the battery of your vehicle. Vehicles with a smart key system: Open and close any of the doors with the “ENGINE START STOP” switch off. Vehicles without a smart key system: Maintain the engine speed of the second vehicle and turn the engine switch to the “ON” position, then start the vehicle's engine. Vehicles with a smart key system: Maintain the engine speed of the second vehicle and turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to IGNITION ON mode, then start the vehi- cle's engine. Once the vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper cables in the exact reverse order from which they were con- nected.

Once the engine starts, have the vehicle checked at your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

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■Starting the engine when the battery is discharged

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. ●Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is run-

ning at a low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic.

■Precautions when the battery is discharged (vehicles with a smart key

system) ●In some cases, it may not be possible to unlock the doors using the smart key system when the battery is discharged. Use the wireless remote con- trol 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 START STOP” 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 bat- tery, turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch off. If you are unsure what mode the “ENGINE START STOP” switch was in before the battery discharged, be especially careful when reconnecting the battery.

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CAUTION

■Avoiding battery fires or explosions

Observe the following precautions to prevent accidentally igniting the flam- mable gas that may be emitted from the battery: ●Make sure each jumper cable is connected to the correct terminal and that it is not unintentionally in contact with any other than the intended terminal. ●Do not allow the + and - clamps of the jumper cables to come into contact

with each other.

●Do not smoke, use matches, cigarette lighters or allow open flame near

the battery.

■Battery precautions

The battery contains poisonous and corrosive acidic electrolyte, while related parts contain lead and lead compounds. Observe the following pre- cautions when handling the battery: ●When working with the battery, always wear safety glasses and take care not to allow any battery fluids (acid) to come into contact with skin, clothing or the vehicle body.

●Do not lean over the battery. ●In the event that battery fluid comes into contact with the skin or eyes, immediately wash the affected area with water and seek medical attention. Place a wet sponge or cloth over the affected area until medical attention can be received.

●Always wash your hands after handling the battery support, terminals, and

other battery-related parts.

●Do not allow children near the battery.

■To prevent damage to the vehicle

Do not pull- or push-start the vehicle as the three-way catalytic converter may overheat and become a fire hazard.

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NOTICE

■When handling jumper cables

When connecting the jumper cables, ensure that they do not become entan- gled in the cooling fans or belt.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If your vehicle overheats

If your engine overheats: STEP 1

Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air condi- tioning system. Check to see if steam is coming out from under the hood. If you see steam: Stop the engine. Carefully lift the hood after the steam sub- sides and then restart the engine. If you do not see steam: Leave the engine running and carefully lift the hood. Check to see if the cooling fans are operating. If the fans are operating: Wait until the high engine coolant temperature warning light goes off and then stop the engine. If the fans are not operating: Stop the engine immediately and call your Toyota dealer.

STEP 2

STEP 3

STEP 5
STEP 4

After the engine has cooled down sufficiently, check the engine coolant level and inspect the radiator core (radi- ator) for any leaks.

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STEP 5

Add engine coolant if neces- sary.

Water can be used in an emer- gency is unavailable. (→P. 471)

if engine coolant