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may get caught, resulting in damage.

D The compact spare tire was de- signed especially for your To- yota. Do not use it on any other vehicle.

D Do not use more than one com- pact spare tire at the same time.

D Do not exceed 80 km/h (50
mph) when driving with the compact spare tire.

D Replace the compact spare tire with the standard tire as soon as possible.

D Avoid sudden acceleration, sudden deceleration and sharp turns with the compact spare tire.

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—Required tools and spare tire

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1. Get the required tools and spare

tire. 1 Wheel nut wrench 2 Jack handle 3 Jack 4 Spare tire

To open the luggage storage box, see “Luggage storage box” on page 199. To prepare yourself for an emergency, you should familiarize yourself with the use of the jack, each of the tools and their storage locations.

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To remove the jack, unlock the tight- ening strap. To store the jack, make sure it is se- curely held by the tightening strap.

To remove the spare tire: 1. Remove the luggage storage box. 2. Loosen the bolt and remove it. 3. Remove the jack box. Then take the spare tire out of the vehicle. When storing the spare tire, put it in place with the inner side of the wheel facing up. Then secure the tire by re- peating the above removal steps in reverse order to prevent it from flying forward during a collision or sudden braking.

When installing the jack box, align the arrows on the jack box with the ones on the body.

—Blocking the wheel

—Loosening wheel nuts

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2. Block the wheel diagonally op- posite the flat tire to keep the vehicle from rolling when it is jacked up.

When chocking the wheel, place a wheel block in front of one of the front wheels or behind one of the rear wheels.

3. Loosen all the wheel nuts. Always loosen the wheel nuts before raising the vehicle. Turn the wheel nuts counterclockwise to loosen them. To get maximum le- verage, fit the wrench to the nut so that the handle is on the right side, as shown above. Grab the wrench near the end of the handle and pull up on the handle. Be careful that the wrench does not slip off the nut. Do not remove the nuts yet—just un- screw them about one−half turn.

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—Positioning the jack

—Raising your vehicle

CAUTION

Never use oil or grease on the bolts or nuts. The nuts may loos- en and the wheels may fall off, which could cause a serious ac- cident.

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4. Position the jack at the jack

points as shown.

Make sure the jack is positioned on a level and solid place.

5. After making sure no one is in the vehicle, raise it high enough so that the spare tire can be installed.

Remember you will need more ground clearance when putting on the spare tire than when removing the flat tire. To raise the vehicle, insert the jack handle into the jack (it is a loose fit) and turn it clockwise. As the jack touches the vehicle and begins to lift, double−check that it is properly posi- tioned.

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—Changing wheels

CAUTION

Never get under the vehicle when the vehicle is supported by the jack alone.

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6. Remove the wheel nuts and

change tires.

Lift the flat tire straight off and put it aside. Roll the spare wheel into position and align the holes in the wheel with the bolts. Then lift up the wheel and get at least the top bolt started through its hole. Wiggle the tire and press it back over the other bolts.

Before putting on wheels, remove any corrosion on the mounting surfaces with a wire brush or such. Installation of wheels without good metal−to−met- al contact at the mounting surface can cause wheel nuts to loosen and even- tually cause a wheel to come off while driving.

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—Reinstalling wheel nuts

—Lowering your vehicle

CAUTION

Never use oil or grease on the bolts or nuts. Doing so may lead to overtightening the nuts and damaging the bolts. The nuts may loosen and the wheels may fall off, which could cause a seri- ous accident. If there is oil or grease on any bolt or nut, clean it.

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8. Lower the vehicle completely

and tighten the wheel nuts.

Turn the jack handle counterclock- wise to lower the vehicle. Use only the wheel nut wrench to tighten the nuts. Do not use other tools or any additional leverage other than your hands, such as a hammer, pipe or your foot. Make sure the wrench is securely engaged over the nut. Tighten each nut a little at a time in the order shown. Repeat the process until all the nuts are tight.

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7. Reinstall all the wheel nuts fin-

ger tight.

Reinstall the wheel nuts (tapered end inward) and tighten them as much as you can by hand. Press back on the tire and see if you can tighten them more.

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D When

lowering the vehicle, make sure all portions of your body and all other persons around will not be injured as the vehicle is lowered to the ground.

D Have the wheel nuts tightened with torque wrench to 103 N·m (10.5 kgf·m, 76 ft·lbf), as soon as possible after changing wheels. Otherwise, the nuts may loosen and the wheels may fall off, which could cause a serious accident.

—Stowing flat tire 9. Restow all the tools and jack se- curely. Then secure the flat tire in the luggage compartment with the tire tie−down belts and tie−down hooks as follows

CAUTION

Before driving, make sure all the tools and jack are securely in place in their storage location to reduce the possibility of person- al injury during a collision or sudden braking.

1. Before stowing the flat tire, remove the center wheel ornament by pushing from the reverse side.

Be careful not to lose the wheel orna- ment.

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2. Put the flat tire on the center of the luggage storage box lid with the outer side of the wheel facing up. Hook one ends of the belts to the front tie−down hooks.

3. Pass the belts through the center hole of the wheel as shown above.

4. Attach the other ends of the belts

to the rear tie−down hooks.

After stowing the flat tire, check that the tire and belts are secured.

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CAUTION

Take due care in handling the or- nament to avoid unexpected per- sonal injury.

CAUTION

D Make sure the rear seats are in

their original position.

D When carrying the flat tire, se- cure it using a tire tie−down belts. Otherwise, the flat tire may fly out in case of the sud- den braking or an accident, re- sulting in death or serious inju- ry.

—After changing wheels 10. Check the air pressure of the re-

placed tire.

Adjust the air pressure to the specifi- cation designated on page 315. If the pressure is lower than specified, drive slowly to the nearest Toyota dealer and fill to the correct pressure. Do not forget to reinstall the tire infla- tion valve cap as dirt and moisture could get into the valve core and pos- sibly cause air leakage. If the cap is missing, have a new one put on as soon as possible. As soon as possible after changing wheels, tighten the wheel nuts to the torque specified on page 315 with a torque wrench. Have a technician re- pair the flat tire. After repairing the flat tire, change it with compact spare tire and reinstall the wheel ornament.

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If your vehicle needs to be towed—

(a) Towing with wheel lift type truck—

—From front

—From rear

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If towing is necessary, we recommend you to have it done by your Toyota dealer or a commercial tow truck ser- vice. In consultation with them, have your vehicle towed using either (a) or (b). Only when you cannot receive a towing service from a Toyota dealer or com- mercial tow truck service, tow your ve- hicle carefully in accordance with the instructions given in “—Emergency tow- ing” on page 259. Proper equipment will help ensure that your vehicle is not damaged while being towed. Commercial operators are generally aware of local laws pertaining to towing. Your vehicle can be damaged is towed incorrectly. Although most operators know the correct procedure, it is possible to make a mistake. To avoid damage to your vehicle, make sure the following pre- cautions are observed. If necessary, show this page to the tow truck driver.

the state/provincial and

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TOWING PRECAUTIONS: Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by the state/provincial and local laws. The wheels and axle on the ground must be in good condition. If they are damaged, use a towing dolly. (a) Towing with wheel lift type truck From front—Release the parking brake.

NOTICE

When lifting wheels, take care to en- sure adequate ground clearance for towing at the opposite end of the raised vehicle. Otherwise, the under- body of the towed vehicle will be damaged during towing.

From rear—Use a towing dolly under the front wheels.

NOTICE

Never tow a vehicle from the rear with the front wheels on the ground, as this may cause serious damage to the transmission.

(b) Using flat bed truck

(c) Towing with sling type truck

—Emergency towing

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(c) Towing with sling type truck

NOTICE

Do not tow with sling type truck, ei- ther from the front or rear. This may cause body damage.

If towing is necessary, we recommend you to have it done by your Toyota dealer or a commercial tow truck ser- vice. If towing service is not available in an emergency, your vehicle may be tempo- rarily towed by a cable or chain se- cured to emergency towing eyelet in- side of front bumper. Use extreme caution when towing vehicles.

NOTICE

z Only use specified towing eyelet; otherwise your vehicle may be dam- aged.

z Never tow a vehicle from the rear with four wheels on the ground. This may cause serious damage to the transaxle.

A driver must be in the vehicle to steer it and operate the brakes. Towing in this manner may be done only on hard−surfaced roads for a short dis- tance and at the wheels, axles, drive train, steering and brakes must all be in good condition.

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CAUTION

Use extreme caution when towing ve- hicles. Avoid sudden starts or erratic driving maneuvers which would place excessive stress on the emergency towing eyelet and towing cable or chain. The eyelet and towing cable or chain may break and cause serious injury or damage.

NOTICE

Use only a cable or chain specifically intended for use in towing vehicles. Securely fasten the cable or chain to the towing eyelet provided.

Before towing, release the parking brake and put the hybrid transaxle in “N”. The hybrid system must be in the “IG−ON” mode. In the following cases, as the front wheels might be locked by means of the parking lock mechanism, your vehicle cannot be towed by another vehicle using a rope. Have your vehicle carried with the front wheels or all the wheels raised. D If the parking mechanism fails. D If the auxiliary battery is discharged.

CAUTION

If the hybrid system is not running, the power assist for the brakes and steering will not work so steering and braking will be much harder than usu- al.

—Installing towing eyelet

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1. Remove the towing eyelet as shown in

the illustration.

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2. Secure the towing eyelet to the hole on

3. Tighten the towing eyelet securely by

the bumper by turning it clockwise.

a wheel nut wrench.

CAUTION

When installing the eyelet on the ve- hicle, be sure to tighten the eyelet securely. If the eyelet is loose, it may come off when being towed and re- sult in death or serious injury.

If you lose your keys You can purchase a new key at your Toyota dealer if you can give them the key number and master key. Even if you lose only one key, contact your Toyota dealer to make a new key. If you lose all your master keys, you cannot make new keys; the whole hybrid vehicle immobilizer system must be replaced. See page 20. If your keys are locked in the vehicle and you cannot get a duplicate, many Toyota dealers can still open the door for you, If you must using break a window in, we suggest breaking the smallest side window be- cause it is the least expensive to replace. Be extremely cautious to avoid cuts from the glass.

the suggestion given in “Keys” on

their special

to get

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If the back door opener does not oper- ate, you can open the back door from the inside. To open the back door from inside, per- form the following procedure. 1. Open

luggage storage box (See “Luggage storage box” on page 199.) and remove the cover.

the

2. Pull the lever with the back door mo-

tor, open the back door.

Be sure to have the back door opener checked/repaired by your Toyota dealer.

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CORROSION PREVENTION AND APPEARANCE CARE Protecting your Toyota from corrosion Washing and waxing your Toyota Cleaning the interiorr

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Protecting your Toyota from corrosion Toyota, through the diligent research, de- sign and use of the most advanced technology available, helps prevent corro- sion and provides you with the finest qual- ity vehicle construction. Now, it is up to you. Proper care of your Toyota can help ensure long−term corrosion prevention. The most common causes of corrosion to your vehicle are: D The accumulation of road salt, dirt and moisture in hard−to−reach areas under the vehicle.

D Chipping of paint, or undercoating caused by minor accidents or by stones and gravel.

Care is especially important if you live in particular areas or operate your ve- hicle under certain environmental condi- tions: D Road salt or dust control chemicals will accelerate corrosion, as will the pres- ence of salt in the air near the sea− coast or in areas of industrial pollution. D High humidity accelerates corrosion es- pecially when temperatures range just above the freezing point.

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D Wetness or dampness to certain parts of your vehicle for an extended period of time, may cause corrosion even though other parts of the vehicle may be dry.

D High ambient temperatures can cause corrosion to those components of the vehicle which do not dry quickly due to lack of proper ventilation.

The above signifies the necessity to keep your vehicle, particularly the underside, as clean as possible and to repair any dam- age to paint or protective coatings as soon as possible. To help prevent corrosion on your Toyota, follow these guidelines: Wash your vehicle frequently. It is, of course, necessary to keep your vehicle clean by regular washing, but to prevent corrosion, the following points should be observed: D If you drive on salted roads

in the winter or if you live near the ocean, you should hose off the undercarriage at least once a month to minimize cor- rosion.

D Pay particular attention to the vehicle’s underside and wheel housings as it is difficult to see all the mud and dirt. It will do more harm than good to simply wet the mud and debris without remov- ing. The lower edge of doors, rocker panels and frame members have drain holes which should not be allowed to clog with dirt as trapped water in these areas can cause corrosion.

D Wash the underside of the vehicle thor-

oughly when winter is over.

See “Washing and waxing your Toyota” for more tips. Check the condition of your vehicle’s paint and trim. If you find any chips or scratches in the paint, touch them up im- mediately to prevent corrosion from start- ing. If the chips or scratches have gone through the bare metal, have a qualified body shop make the repair.

Check the interior of your vehicle. Wa- ter and dirt can accumulate under the floor mats and could cause corrosion. Oc- casionally check under the mats to make sure the area is dry. Be particularly care- ful when transporting chemicals, cleans- ers, fertilizers, salt, etc.; these should be transported in proper containers. If a spill or leak should occur, immediately clean and dry the area. Keep your vehicle in a well ventilated garage or a roofed place. Do not park your vehicle in a damp, poorly venti- lated garage. If you wash your vehicle in the garage, or if you drive it covered with water or snow, your garage may be so damp and it will cause corrosion. Even if your garage is heated, a wet vehicle can corrode if the ventilation is poor.

Washing and waxing your Toyota Your Toyota is a hybrid vehicle. Pay particular attention when washing your Toyota.

NOTICE

Before washing your Toyota, be sure to observe the following in order to avoid the risk of damage to your ve- hicle. z Do not splash water on the electric components in the engine compart- ment. This may cause the malfunc- tion of the electric components.

Washing your Toyota Keep your vehicle clean by regular washing. The following cases may cause weakness to the paint or corrosion to the body and parts. Wash your vehicle as soon as pos- sible.

D When driving in a coastal area D When driving on a road sprinkled with

antifreeze

D When having coal tar, tree sap, bird

droppings and carcass of an insect

D When driving in the areas where there is a lot of smoke, soot, dust, iron dust and chemical substances

D When the vehicle becomes remarkably

dirty with dust and mud Hand−washing your Toyota Work in the shade and wait until the vehicle body is not hot to the touch.

CAUTION

When cleaning under floor or chassis, be careful not to injure your hands.

1. Rinse off loose dirt with a hose. Re- move any mud or road salt from the underside of the wheel wells.

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Do not use organic substances (gaso- line kerosene, benzine or strong sol- vents) which may be toxic or cause damage.

3. Rinse

thoroughly—dried

can cause streaking. In hot weather you may need to rinse each section right after you wash it.

soap

4. To prevent water spots, dry the vehicle using a clean soft cotton towel. Do not rub or press hard—you might scratch the paint.

Automatic car wash Your vehicle may be washed in an auto- matic car wash, but remember that the paint can be scratched by some types of brushes, unfiltered washing water, or the washing process itself. Scratching reduces paint durability and gloss, especially on darker colors. The manager of the car wash should be able to advise you wheth- er the process is safe for the paint on your vehicle.

NOTICE

To prevent damage to the antenna, make sure to remove it before driving your Toyota through an automatic car wash.

2. Wash with a mild car−wash soap, mixed according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Use a soft cotton mitt and keep it wet by dipping it frequently into the wash water. Do not rub hard—let the soap and water remove the dirt.

Plastic wheel ornaments: The plastic wheel ornaments are damaged easily by organic substances. If any organic sub- stances splashes an ornament, be sure to wash it off with water and check if the ornament is damaged.

CAUTION

Do not attach the heavily damaged plastic wheel ornament. It may fly off the wheel and cause accidents while the vehicle is moving.

Aluminum wheels: Use only a mild soap or neutral detergent. Plastic bumpers: Wash carefully. Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners. The bumper faces are soft. Road turpentine or cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces.

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Waxing your Toyota Polishing and waxing is recommended to maintain the original beauty of your Toyota’s finish. Apply wax once a month or if the vehicle surface does not repel water well. 1. Always wash and dry the vehicle be- fore you begin waxing, even if you are using a combined cleaner and wax.

2. Use a good quality polish and wax. If the finish has become extremely weath- ered, use a car−cleaning polish, fol- lowed by a separate wax. Carefully fol- low the manufacturer’s instructions and precautions. Be sure to polish and wax the chrome trim as well as the paint. the vehicle again when water does not bead but remains on the sur- face in large patches.

3. Wax

NOTICE

Always remove the plastic bumpers if your vehicle is re−painted and placed in a high heat paint waxing booth. High temperatures could damage the bumpers.

Cleaning the interior

CAUTION

D Do not wash the vehicle floor with water, or allow water to get onto the floor when cleaning the vehicle interior or exterior. Water may get into audio components or other electrical components above or un- der the floor carpet (or mat) and cause fire or malfunction; and it may cause body corrosion. D Vehicles with side airbags:

Be careful not to splash water or spill liquid on the floor. This may prevent the side airbags from acti- vating correctly, resulting in serious injury.

Vinyl interior The vinyl upholstery may be easily cleaned with a mild soap or detergent and water.

First vacuum over the upholstery to re- move loose dirt. Then, using a sponge or soft cloth, apply the soap solution to the vinyl. After allowing it to soak in for a few minutes to loosen the dirt, remove the dirt and wipe off the soap with a clean damp cloth. If all the dirt does not come off, repeat the procedure. Commercial foam- ing−type vinyl cleaners are also available which work well. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions.

NOTICE

Do not use solvent, thinner, gasoline or window cleaner on the interior.

to

foam−type shampoo

Carpets Use a good clean the carpets. Begin by vacuuming thoroughly to remove as much dirt as possible. Several types of foam cleaners are available; some are in aerosol cans and others are powders or liquids which you mix with water to pro- duce a foam. To shampoo the carpets, use a sponge or brush to apply the foam. Rub in overlapping circles.

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Do not apply water—the best results are obtained by keeping the carpet as dry as possible. Read the shampoo instructions and follow them closely. Seat belts The seat belts may be cleaned with mild soap and water or with lukewarm water. Use a cloth or sponge. As you are clean- ing, check the belts for excessive wear, fraying, or cuts.

NOTICE

z Do not use dye or bleach on the

belts−it may weaken them.

z Do not use the belts until they be-

come dry.

Windows The windows may be cleaned with any household window cleaner.

NOTICE

When cleaning the inside of the win- dows, be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires on the rear window.

Air conditioning control panel, audio, instrument panel, console panel, and switches Use a soft damp cloth for cleaning. Soak a clean soft cloth in water or luke- warm water then lightly wipe off dirt.

NOTICE

z Do not use organic substances (sol- vents, kerosene, alcohol, gasoline, etc.) or alkaline or acidic solutions. These chemicals can cause discol- oring, staining or peeling of the surface.

z If you use cleaners or polishing agents, make sure their ingredients do not include the substances men- tioned above.

z If you use a liquid car freshener, do not apply the liquid onto the ve- hicle’s interior surfaces. It may con- tain ingredients mentioned above. Immediately clean any spill using the method mentioned above.

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Leather interior The leather upholstery may be cleaned with neutral detergent for wool. Remove dirt using a soft cloth dampened with 5% solution of neutral detergent for wool. Then thoroughly wipe off all traces of detergent with a clean damp cloth. After cleaning or whenever any part of the leather gets wet, dry with a soft clean cloth. Allow the leather to dry in a venti- lated shaded area.

NOTICE

z If a stain should fail to come out with a neutral detergent, apply a cleaner that does not contain an organic solvent.

z Never use organic substances such as benzine, alcohol or gasoline, or alkaline or acid solutions for clean- ing these could cause discoloring.

leather as

the

z Use of a nylon brush or synthetic fiber cloth, etc. may scratch the fine grained surface of the leather.

z Mildew may develop on soiled leath- er upholstery. Be especially careful to avoid oil spots. Try to keep your upholstery always clean.

z Long exposure

to direct sunlight may cause the leather surface to harden and shrink. Keep your ve- hicle in a shaded area, especially in the summer.

z The interior of your vehicle is apt to heat up on hot summer days, so avoid placing on the upholstery items made of vinyl or plastic or containing wax as these tend to stick to leather when warm.

z Improper cleaning of the leather up- in discolor-

holstery could result ation or staining.

If you have any questions about the cleaning of your Toyota, your local Toyota dealer will be pleased to answer them.

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VEHICLE MAINTENANCE AND CARE Maintenance requirements General maintenance Does your vehicle need repairing?? Emissions inspection and maintenance (I/M) programs

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Maintenance requirements Your Toyota vehicle has been designed for fewer maintenance requirements with long- er service intervals to save both your time and money. However, each regular mainte- nance, as well as day−to−day care, is more important than ever before to ensure smooth, trouble−free, safe, and economical driving. It is the owner’s responsibility to make sure the specified maintenance, including general maintenance service, is performed. Note the new vehicle and emission control system warranties specify that proper maintenance and care must be performed. “Owner’s Warranty Information Booklet” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement” warranty information. General maintenance General maintenance items are those day− to−day care practices that are important to your vehicle for proper operation. It is the owner’s responsibility to ensure that the general maintenance items are performed regularly. These checks or inspections can be done either by yourself or a qualified technician, or if you prefer, your Toyota dealer will be pleased to do them at a nominal cost.

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Scheduled maintenance The scheduled maintenance items listed in the “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement” are those required to be serviced at regular inter- vals. For details of your maintenance schedule, read the “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”. It is recommended that only genuine Toyota parts be used for maintenance or for the repair of the emission con- trol system. The owner may elect to use non−Toyota supplied parts replacement pur- poses without invalidating the emission control system warranty. However, use of replacement parts which are not of equivalent quality may impair the effec- tiveness of the emission control sys- tems. You may also elect to have mainte- nance, replacement, or repair of the emission control devices and system performed by any automotive repair es- tablishment or individual without invali- dating this warranty. See “Owner’s War- ranty Information Booklet” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement” for complete war- ranty information.

for

Where to go for service? Toyota technicians are well−trained spe- cialists and are kept up to date with the latest service information through technical bulletins, service tips, and in−dealership training programs. They learn to work on Toyotas before they work on your vehicle, rather than while they are working on it. You can be confident that your Toyota dealer’s service department performs the best job to meet the maintenance require- ments on your vehicle–reliably and eco- nomically. Your copy of the repair order is proof that all required maintenance has been per- formed for warranty coverage. If any prob- lems should arise with your vehicle while under warranty, your Toyota dealer will promptly take care of it. Again, be sure to keep a copy of the repair order for any service performed on your Toyota. What about do−it−yourself maintenance? Many of the maintenance items are easy to do yourself if you have a little mechani- cal ability and a few basic automotive tools. Simple instructions for how to per- form them are presented in Section 8.

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If skilled do−it−yourself mechanic, the Toyota service manuals are recommended. Please be aware that do−it−yourself maintenance can affect your warranty coverage. See “Owner’s Warranty Information Booklet” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement” for the details.

the

items

listed,

General maintenance Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be performed as fre- quently as specified. In addition to check- ing if you notice any unusual noise, smell or vibration, you should investigate the cause or take your vehicle to your Toyota dealer or a quali- fied service shop immediately. It is recom- mended that any problem you notice be brought to the attention of your dealer or the qualified service shop for their advice.

CAUTION

Make these checks only with ade- quate ventilation if you run the en- gine.

IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT Items listed below should be checked from time to time, e.g. each time when refueling. Washer fluid Make sure there is sufficient fluid in the tank. See page 304 for additional informa- tion.

Coolant level Make sure the coolant level is between the “FULL” and “LOW” lines on the see− through reservoir when the hybrid system is cold. See page 288 for additional infor- mation. Radiator, condenser and hoses Check that the front of the radiator and condenser are clean and not blocked with leaves, dirt, or insects. See page 290 for additional information. Brake fluid level Make sure the brake fluid level is correct. See page 290 for additional information. Engine oil level Check the level on the dipstick with the engine turned off and the vehicle parked on level spot. See page 286 for additional information. Exhaust system If you notice any change in the sound of the exhaust or smell exhaust fumes, have the cause located and corrected immedi- ately. (See “Engine exhaust cautions” on page 208.)

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INSIDE THE VEHICLE Items listed below should be checked regularly, e.g. while performing periodic services, cleaning the vehicle, etc. Lights Make sure the headlights, stop lights, tail lights, turn signal lights, and other lights are all working. Check headlight aim. Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers Check that all service reminder indicators and warning buzzers function properly. Steering wheel Be alert for changes in steering condition, such as hard steering or strange noise. Seats Check that all front seat controls such as seat adjusters, seatback recliner, etc. op- erate smoothly and that all latches lock securely in any position. Check that the head restraint move up and down smooth- ly and that the locks hold securely in any latched position.

Seat belts Check that the seat belt system such as buckles, retractors and anchors operate properly and smoothly. Make sure the belt webbing is not cut, frayed, worn or dam- aged. Accelerator pedal Check the pedal for smooth operation and uneven pedal effort or catching. Brake pedal Check the pedal for smooth operation and that the pedal has the proper clearance. Check the brake booster function. Brakes In a safe place, check that the brakes do not pull to one side when applied. Parking brake Check that the pedal has the proper travel and that, on a safe incline, your vehicle is held securely with only the parking brake applied.

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OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE Items listed below should be performed from time, unless otherwise specified. Fluid leaks Check underneath for leaking fuel, oil, wa- ter or other the vehicle has been parked for a while. If you smell fuel fumes or notice any leak, have the cause found and corrected immediately. Doors and engine hood Check that all doors and trunk operate smoothly and all lock securely. Make sure the engine hood secondary latch secures the hood from opening when the primary latch is released. Tire inflation pressure Check the pressure with a gauge ev- ery two weeks, or at least once a month. See page 291 for additional information.

latches

Tire surface and wheel nuts Check the tires carefully for cuts, damage or excessive wear. See Sec- tion 8−2 for additional information. When checking the tires, make sure no nuts are missing, and check the nuts for looseness. Tighten them if necessary. Tire rotation Rotate the tires according to the maintenance schedule. (For sched- uled maintenance information, please refer to the “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supple- ment”.) See page 295 for additional information.

tip−offs

for changes

Does your vehicle need repairing? Be on the alert in perfor- mance, sounds, and visual that indicate service is needed. Some impor- tant clues are as follows: D Engine missing, stumbling, or pinging D Appreciable loss of power D Strange engine noises D A fluid leak under the vehicle (however, water dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal.)

D Change

in exhaust sound (This may indicate a dangerous carbon monoxide leak. Drive with the windows open and have the exhaust system checked im- mediately.)

D Flat−looking tire; excessive tire squeal

when cornering; uneven tire wear

D Vehicle pulls to one side when driving

straight on a level road

D Strange noises related to suspension

movement

D Loss of brake effectiveness; spongy feeling brake pedal; pedal almost touches floor; vehicle pulls to one side when braking

D Coolant temperature continually higher

than normal

If you notice any of these clues, take your vehicle to your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. It probably needs adjustment or repair.

CAUTION

Do not continue driving with the ve- hicle unchecked. It could result in se- rious vehicle damage and possibly personal injury.

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The malfunction indicator lamp will go off after taking several driving trips, but the error code in the OBD system will not be cleared unless about 40 trips or more are taken. If your vehicle does not pass the I/M test and the malfunction indicator lamp does not come on, contact your Toyota dealer to prepare the vehicle for re−testing.

indicator

the malfunction

in- include OBD

Emissions inspection and maintenance (I/M) programs Some states have vehicle emission spection programs which (On−Board Diagnostics) checks. The OBD system monitors the operation of the emission control system. When the OBD system determines that a problem exists somewhere in the emission control system, lamp comes on. In this case, your vehicle may the I/M test and need to be not pass repaired. Contact your Toyota dealer to service the vehicle. Even lamp does not come on, your vehicle may not pass readiness codes have not been set in the OBD system. Readiness codes are automatically set during ordinary driving. However, when the battery is disconnected or run down, the codes are erased. Also, depending on your driving habits, the codes may not be completely set. Also, if the malfunction indicator lamp had come on recently due to temporary mal- function such as a loose fuel tank cap, your vehicle may not pass the I/M test.

the malfunction

indicator

test as

I/M

the

if

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SECTION 8– 1

DO−IT−YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Introduction Engine compartment overview Fuse locations Do−it−yourself service precautions Positioning the jack Parts and tools

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1. Windshield washer fluid tank

2. Brake fluid reservoir

3. Engine oil filler cap

4. Engine coolant reservoir

5. Inverter reservoir tank

6. Fuse block

7. Radiator and condenser

8. Engine oil level dipstick

9. Auxiliary battery

Engine compartment overview

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Do−it−yourself service precautions If you perform maintenance by yourself, be sure to follow the correct procedure given in this Section. You should be aware that improper or in- complete servicing may result in operating problems. Performing do−it−yourself maintenance during the warranty period may affect your warranty coverage. Read the separate Toyota Warranty statement for details and suggestions. This Section gives for those items that are relatively easy for an owner to perform. As explained in Section 7, there are still a number of items that must be done by a qualified technician with special tools. For information on tools and parts for do− it−yourself maintenance, see “Parts and tools” on page 283. Utmost care should be taken when work- ing on your vehicle to prevent accidental injury. Here are a few precautions that you should be especially careful to ob- serve:

instructions only

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CAUTION

D When the hybrid system is on, keep hands, clothing, and tools away from the moving fan and engine drive rings, watches, and ties is advisable.)

(Removing

belts.

D Right after driving,

the engine compartment—the engine, radiator, exhaust manifold and spark plug boots, etc.—will be hot. So be care- ful not to touch them. Oil, fluids and spark plugs may also be hot.

D If the hybrid system is hot, do not remove the radiator cap or loosen the drain plugs to prevent burning yourself. D Do not

that may burn easily, such as paper or rags, in the engine compartment.

leave anything

D Do not smoke, cause sparks or al- low open flames around fuel or the batteries. Their flam- mable.

fumes are

is automatically started

D When the hybrid system is operat- ing with the “READY” light on, the engine in some case. When you inspect the engine compartment, be sure to press the “POWER” switch to the “OFF” mode.

D Do not get under your vehicle with just the body jack supporting it. Al- ways use automotive jack stands or other solid supports.

D Be sure that the hybrid system is in the “OFF” mode if you work near the electric cooling fans or radiator grille. With the electric cooling fans will automati- cally start to run if the engine cool- ant temperature is high and/or the air conditioning is on.

ignition on,

the

D Use eye protection whenever you work on or under your vehicle where you may be exposed to fly- ing or falling material, fluid spray, etc.

D Be extremely cautious when work- ing on the batteries. It contains poi- sonous and corrosive sulfuric acid or strong alkali.

D Used engine oil contains potentially harmful contaminants which may cause skin disorders such as in- flammation or skin cancer, so care should be taken to avoid prolonged and repeated contact with it. To re- move used engine oil from your thoroughly with soap skin, wash and water.

D Do not

leave used oil within the

reach of children.

D Dispose of used oil and filter only in a safe and acceptable manner. Do not dispose of used oil and fil- ter in household trash, in sewers or onto the ground. Call your dealer for information concerning recycling or disposal.

D Take care when filling

the brake fluid reservoir because brake fluid can harm your eyes and damage painted surfaces. in your eyes, flush your eyes with clean water immediately. If you still feel uncomfortable with your eyes, go to the doctor.

If fluid gets

D When servicing the vehicle with the smart entry and start system, be sure to keep the smart key away from the vehicle. If the key is left in the vehicle, the hybrid system may start by pressing the “POWER” switch with the brake pedal de- pressed.

NOTICE

z Remember that batteries and igni- tion cable carry high currents or voltages. Be careful of accidentally causing a short circuit.

z Add only “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or similar high quality eth- ylene glycol based non−silicate, non−amine, non−nitrite, and non−bo- rate coolant with long−life hybrid organic acid technology to fill the radiator. “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mixture of 50% cool- ant and 50% deionized water (for the U.S.A.) or 55% coolant and 45% deionized water (for Canada).

z If you spill some of the coolant, be sure to wash it off with water to prevent it from damaging the parts or paint.

z Do not allow dirt or anything else to fall through the spark plug holes. z Do not pry the outer electrode of spark plug against the center elec- trode.

z Use only spark plugs of the speci- fied type. Using other types will cause engine damage, loss of per- formance or radio noise.

z If you spill the fluid, be sure to wash it off with water to prevent it from damaging the parts or paint.

z Do not drive with the air cleaner filter removed, or excessive engine wear could result. Also backfiring could cause a fire in the engine compartment.

z Be careful not to scratch the glass

surface with the wiper frame.

z When closing the hood, check to see that you have not forgotten any tools, rags, etc.

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D Do not raise the vehicle with some-

one in the vehicle.

D When raising the vehicle, do not place any objects on top of or un- derneath the jack.

NOTICE

Make sure to place the jack correctly, or your vehicle may be damaged.

Positioning the jack

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Front

Rear

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When jacking up your vehicle with the jack, position jack correctly as shown in the illustrations.

the

CAUTION

When jacking, be sure to observe the following to reduce the possibility of personal injury: D Follow jacking instructions. D Do not put any part of your body under the vehicle supported by the jack. Personal injury may occur.

D Do not start or run the engine while is supported by the

your vehicle jack.

D Stop the vehicle on a

level firm ground, firmly set the parking brake and put the transaxle in “P”.

D Make sure to set the jack properly in the jack point. Raising the ve- hicle with improperly posi- tioned will damage the vehicle or may allow the vehicle to fall off the jack and cause personal injury.

jack

D Never get under the vehicle when the vehicle is supported by the jack alone.

Parts and tools Here is a list of parts and tools you will need to perform do−it−yourself mainte- nance. Remember all Toyota parts are de- signed in metric sizes, so your tools must be metric. CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL LEVEL Parts (if level is low): D Engine oil API grade SL “Energy−Con- ILSAC multigrade having

serving” or viscosity proper for your climate

Tools: D Rag or paper towel D Funnel (only for adding oil) CHECKING THE COOLANT LEVEL Parts (if level is low): D “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or similar high quality ethylene glycol based non−silicate, non−amine, non−ni- trite, and non−borate coolant with long− life hybrid organic acid technology. “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mixture of 50% coolant and 50% deion- ized water (for the U.S.A.) or 55% coolant and 45% deionized water (for Canada).

Tools: D Funnel (only for adding coolant)

Tools: D Funnel REPLACING LIGHT BULBS Parts: D Bulb with same number and wattage rating as original (See charts in “Re- placing light bulbs–” on page 304.)

Tools: D Screwdriver

CHECKING BRAKE FLUID Parts (if level is low): D SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3

brake fluid

Tools: D Rag or paper towel D Funnel (only for adding fluid) CHECKING AUXILIARY BATTERY CON- DITION Tools: D Warm water D Baking soda D Grease D Conventional wrench

terminal

(for

clamp bolts)

CHECKING AND REPLACING FUSES Parts (if replacement is necessary): D Fuse with same amperage rating as

original

ADDING WASHER FLUID Parts: D Water D Washer fluid containing antifreeze (for

winter use)

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DO−IT−YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Engine and Chassis Checking the engine oil level Checking the coolant level Checking the radiator and condenser Checking brake fluid Checking tire inflation pressure Checking and replacing tires Rotating tires Installing snow tires and chains Replacing wheels Aluminum wheel precautions

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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NOTICE

z Be careful not to spill engine oil on

the vehicle components.

z Avoid overfilling, or the hybrid sys-

tem could be damaged.

z Check the oil level on the dipstick

once again after adding the oil.

Checking the engine oil level

Low level

Full level

4. Pull the dipstick out and look at the oil the

level while holding a rag under end.

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Add oil

O.K.

CAUTION

Be careful not to touch the hot ex- haust manifold.

Too full

NOTICE

Be careful not to drop engine oil on the vehicle components.

If the oil level is below or only slightly above the low level, add engine oil of the same type as already in the engine. Remove the oil filler cap and add engine oil in small quantities at a time, checking the dipstick. We recommend that you use a funnel when adding oil. The approximate quantity of oil needed to raise the level between low and full on the dipstick is indicated below for reference. When the level reaches within the correct range, install the filler cap hand−tight. Oil quantity, L (qt., Imp.qt.):

1.5 (1.6, 1.3)

With the hybrid system at operating temperature and turned off, check the oil level on the dipstick. 1. To get a correct reading, the vehicle should be on a level ground. After turn- ing off the hybrid system, wait a few minutes for the oil to drain back into the bottom of the engine.

2. Pull the dipstick out, hold the rag un-

der the end and wipe it clean.

3. Reinsert the dipstick—push it in as far as it will go, or the reading will not be correct.

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ENGINE OIL SELECTION “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” in your Toyota vehicle. Use Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent to satisfy the following grade and viscos- ity. Oil grade:

is used

API grade SL “Energy−Conserving” or ILSAC multigrade engine oil.

Recommended viscosity: SAE 5W−30

oil008

Outside temperature

SAE 5W−30 is the best choice, for good fuel economy, and good starting in cold weather.

If SAE 5W−30 oil is not available, SAE 10W−30 oil may be used. However, it should be replaced with SAE 5W−30 at the next oil change.

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ILSAC certification mark

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Oil identification marks Either or both API registered marks are added to some oil containers to help you select the oil you should use. The API Service Symbol is located any- where on the outside of the container. The top portion of the label shows the oil quality by API (American Petroleum Insti- tute) designations such as SL. The center portion of the label shows the SAE viscos- ity grade such as SAE 5W−30. “Energy− Conserving” shown in the lower portion, indicates that the oil has fuel−saving ca- pabilities. The ILSAC (International Lubricant Stan- dardization and Approval Committee) Certi- fication Mark is displayed on the front of the container.

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To ensure excellent lubrication perfor- mance for your engine, “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is available, which has been specifically for all Toyota engines. Please contact your Toyota dealer for fur- ther details about “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil”.

tested and approved

Checking the coolant level

CAUTION

The coolant heat storage tank reaches high temperature inside. It is danger- ous if hot coolant is discharged when replacing. For the coolant, contact your Toyota dealer.

replacement of

Look at the see−through coolant reser- voir when the hybrid system is cold. The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the “FULL” and “LOW” lines on the reservoir. If the level is low, add the coolant. (For the coolant type, see “Coolant type selection” described be- low.) The coolant level in the reservoir will vary with hybrid system temperature. However, if the level is on or below the “LOW” line, add coolant. Bring to the “FULL” line. If the coolant level drops within a short time after replenishing, there may be a leak the radiator, hoses, radiator cap and drain cock and water pump.

the system. Visually check

level up

the

in

If you can find no leak, have your Toyota dealer test the cap pressure and check for leaks in the cooling system.

CAUTION

For Canada—“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mixture of 55% coolant and 45% deionized water. This coolant pro- vides protection down to about −42_C (−44_F).

To prevent burning yourself, do not remove the radiator cap when the en- gine is hot.

NOTICE

Do not use plain water alone.

improper coolants may damage

Coolant type selection Use of your cooling system. Only use “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or similar high quality ethylene glycol based non−silicate, non−amine, non−nitrite, and non−borate coolant with long−life technology. (Coolant hybrid organic acid acid with technology low phosphates and organic acids.) For the U.S.A.—“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mixture of 50% coolant and 50% deionized water. This coolant pro- vides protection down to about −35_C (−31_F).

combination of

long−life

organic

hybrid

is a

Toyota recommends “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”, which has been tested to ensure that it will not cause corrosion nor result in malfunction of your coolant sys- “Toyota Super tem with proper usage. formulated with Long Life Coolant” technology long−life hybrid organic acid and has been specifically designed to system malfunction on cooling avoid Toyota vehicles. Please contact your Toyota dealer for fur- ther details.

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Checking the radiator and condenser If any of the above parts are extremely dirty or you are not sure of their condi- tion, take your vehicle to a Toyota dealer.

CAUTION

To prevent burning yourself, be care- ful not to touch the radiator or con- denser when the engine is hot.

NOTICE

To prevent damage to the radiator and condenser, do not perform the work by yourself.

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Checking brake fluid

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reservoir. The

To check the fluid level, simply look at the see−through level should be between the “MAX” and “MIN” lines on the reservoir. It is normal for the brake fluid level to go down slightly as the brake pads wear or when the fluid level in the accumulator is high. If the reservoir needs frequent refueling, it may indicate a serious mechanical prob- lem. If the level is low, add SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 brake fluid to the brake reservoir.

Refilling brake fluid: 1. Turn the hybrid system off. 2. Depress the brake pedal more than 40

times.

3. Remove

the reservoir cap by hand. Add brake fluid up to the “MAX” line. If you do not follow the procedure above, the reservoir may overflow. Use only newly opened brake fluid. Once opened, brake fluid absorbs moisture from the air, and excess moisture can cause a dangerous loss of braking.

CAUTION

Take care when filling the reservoir because brake fluid can harm your hands or eyes. If fluid gets on your hands or in your eyes, flush the af- fected area with clean water immedi- ately. If you still feel uncomfortable with your hands or eyes, go to the doctor.

Checking tire inflation pressure

NOTICE

If you spill the fluid, be sure to wipe it off to prevent it from damaging the parts or painting.

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Keep your tire inflation pressures at the proper level. The recommended cold tire inflation pressures, tire sizes and the com- bined weight of occupants and cargo (vehicle capacity weight) are de- scribed on pages 312 and 315. They are also described on the tire and loading information label as shown. You should check the tire inflation pressure every two weeks, or at least once a month. And do not forget the spare! The for checking tire inflation pressure should be observed: D The

instructions

be checked only when the tires are cold. If your vehicle has been parked for at least 3 hours and has not been driven for more than 1.5
km or 1 mile since, you will get an accurate cold tire inflation pres- sure reading.

following

pressure

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D Always use a tire inflation pres- sure gauge. The appearance of a tire can be misleading. Besides, tire inflation pressures that are even just a few pounds off can de- grade ride and handling.

D Take special care when adding air to the compact spare tire. The smaller tire size can gain pressure very quickly. Add com- pressed air in small quantities and check the pressure often until it reaches the specified pressure. D Do not bleed or reduce tire inflation pressure after driving. It is normal for the tire inflation pressure to be higher after driving. D Never exceed the vehicle capac- ity weight. Passenger and lug- gage weight should be located so that the vehicle is balanced.

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Tire inflation pressure gauge

INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE 1. Remove the tire valve cap. 2. Press the tip of the tire inflation pressure gauge to the tire valve. 3. Read the pressure using the grad-

uations of the gauge.

4. In case the tire inflation pressure is not within the prescribed range, insert the compressed air from the valve. In case of applying too much air, press the center of the valve and release the air to adjust.

5. After completing the tire inflation pressure measurement and adjust- ment, apply soapy water to the valve and check for leakage.

6. Install the tire valve cap. If a gauge and air pump are not avail- able, have your vehicle checked by your Toyota dealer.

CAUTION

Be sure to reinstall the tire valve caps. Without the valve caps, dirt or moisture could get into the valve core and cause air leakage. If the caps have been lost, have new ones put on as soon as pos-