2010 Toyota RAV4 Owners Manual

D FR DOOR RL DOOR RR DOOR S/ROOF CIG

10 A

7.5 A

10 A 20 A 20 A 20 A 25 A 15 A

Parking lights, tail lights, license plate light, front fog lights, rear side marker lights Clock, instrument panel lights, audio system Back-up lights, charging system Power windows (front doors) Power windows Power windows Electric moon roof Power outlet

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Fuse

Ampere

Circuit

ACC

10 MIR HTR 11 PWR OUTLET 12 RR FOG

13

IGN

14 GAUGE 2
15 S-HTR 16 FR WIP 17 RR WIP

18 WSH

7.5 A

10 A 15 A 10 A

7.5 A

7.5 A 15 A 25 A 15 A

15 A

19 ECU IG 1

10 A

20 ECU IG 2

10 A

Audio system, power outlets, power rear view mirror control, automatic transmission shift lock system, main body ECU, clock, smart key system Outside rear view mirror defoggers Power outlet No circuit Multiport fuel injection system/ sequential multiport fuel injection system, steering lock system, front passenger occupant classification system, smart key system, SRS airbag system Gauges and meters Seat heaters Windshield wipers Rear window wiper Windshield washer, rear window washer Electric cooling fan, ABS, TRAC, Enhanced VSC, AUTO LSD func- tion, downhill assist control system, hill-start assist control system, active torque control 4WD system, automatic transmission shift lock system, air conditioning system, main body ECU, electric moon roof, stop/tail lights, electric power steering system, clock, AC inverter, auto anti-glare inside rear view mir- ror Air conditioning system, rear win- dow defogger, emergency flashers

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Fuse

21 OBD

Ampere 7.5 A

22 STOP

10 A

23 DOOR

4WD

24 ACC-B 25
26 FR FOG 27 AM1*

28 DEF

29 P/SEAT 30 POWER

25 A

25 A 7.5 A 15 A 7.5 A

30 A

30 A 30 A

Circuit

On-board diagnosis system Stop/tail lights, high mounted stop- light, automatic transmission shift lock system, multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system, ABS, TRAC, Enhanced VSC, AUTO LSD sys- tem, downhill assist control system, hill-start assist control system Main body ECU, power door lock system ACC, CIG, fuses Active torque control 4WD system Front fog lights Starting system Rear window defogger, MIR HTR fuse Power seat Power windows

*: Vehicles without smart key system

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■After a fuse is replaced

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

may need replacement. (→P. 396)

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

Toyota dealer.

■If there is an overload in the circuits

The fuses are designed to blow before the entire wiring harness is damaged.

CAUTION

■To prevent system breakdowns and vehicle fire

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

other object in place of a fuse.

●Always use a genuine Toyota fuse or equivalent.

Never replace a fuse with a wire, even as a temporary fix. This can cause extensive damage or even fire.

●Do not modify fuses or the fuse box.

NOTICE

■Before replacing fuses

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

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Light bulbs

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

Check the wattage of the light bulb being replaced. (→P. 473)

■ Removing the engine compartment cover

→P. 352

■ Front bulb locations

Front turn signal, parking and front side marker lights Headlight low beam

Front fog lights (if equipped)

Headlight high beam

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■ Rear bulb locations

Vehicles without a spare tire

Rear side marker lights

Rear turn signal and back-up lights

Vehicles with a spare tire

Rear side marker lights

License plate lights

Rear turn signal and back-up lights

License plate light

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Right side only: Remove the clip and move it aside to allow easy access to the light bulbs.

Turn the bulb base counterclock- wise.

Headlight (low beam) Headlight (high beam)

Unplug depressing the lock release.

the connector while

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Replacing light bulbs

■ Headlights

STEP 1

STEP 2

STEP 3

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Reinstalling the clip

■ Front turn signal, parking and front side marker lights

STEP 1

STEP 2

Right side only: Remove the clip and move it aside to allow easy access to the light bulbs.

Turn the bulb base counterclock- wise.

STEP 3

Remove the light bulb.

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Reinstalling the clip

■ Front fog lights (if equipped)

STEP 1

STEP 2

STEP 3

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Turn the steering wheel in the opposite direction of the front fog light that you wish to replace. if you wish

For example, to replace the front fog light on the right side, turn the steering wheel to the left.

Remove the clip using a flathead screwdriver wrapped in a rag.

Move section “A” of the fender liner to the inner side of the vehi- cle, partly it and thereby allowing access to the front fog light.

removing

STEP 4

STEP 5

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Unplug depressing the lock release.

the connector while

Turn the bulb base counterclock- wise.

■ Back-up lights, rear turn signal and rear side marker lights

STEP 1

STEP 2

Open the back door (→P. 46) and remove the cover.

Turn the bulb base counterclock- wise.

Rear side marker light Rear turn signal light Back-up light

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STEP 3

Remove the light bulb.

Rear side marker light Rear turn signal light Back-up light

■ License plate lights

Vehicles without a spare tire

STEP 1

Remove the cover as shown in the illustration.

STEP 2

Turn the bulb base counterclock- wise.

STEP 3

Remove the light bulb.

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Vehicles with a spare tire

STEP 1

Use a flathead screwdriver to disengage the side of the lamp.

STEP 2

Turn the bulb base counterclock- wise.

STEP 3

Remove the light bulb.

■ Light other than the above

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

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■Condensation build-up on the inside of the lens

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

■LED side turn signal lights (if equipped), stop/tail lights and high

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

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. Failing to do so may result in heat damage, fire, or water entering the headlight unit. This may damage the headlights or cause condensation to build up on the lens.

■To prevent damage or fire

Make sure bulbs are fully seated and locked.

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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 wheel-lift type truck or a flat bed truck. Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by all state/pro- vincial and local laws. 2WD models: If towing your vehicle with a wheel-lift type truck from the front, the vehicle's rear wheels and axles must be in good condi- tions. (→P. 410, 413) If they are damaged, use a towing dolly or flat bed truck. 4WD models: If towing your vehicle with a wheel-lift type truck, use a towing dolly. (→P. 410, 413)

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.

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Emergency towing

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

Towing eyelet

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Installing towing eyelet

STEP 1

STEP 2

STEP 3

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Remove the eyelet cover using a flathead screwdriver.

To protect the bodywork, place a rag between the screwdriver and the vehicle body, as shown in the illustration.

Insert the towing eyelet into the hole and tighten partially by hand.

Tighten down the towing eyelet securely using a wheel nut wrench.

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Towing with a sling-type truck

Do not tow with a sling-type truck to prevent body damage.

Towing with a wheel-lift type truck

From the front (2WD models)

Release the parking brake.

From the front (4WD models)

Use a towing dolly under the rear wheels.

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From the rear

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Use a towing dolly under the front wheels.

Using a flat bed truck

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.

■Emergency towing procedure

STEP 1

STEP 2

STEP 3

Release the parking brake. Shift the shift lever to N. Vehicles without smart key system: Turn the engine switch to “ACC” (engine off) or “ON” (engine running) position. Vehicles with smart key system: Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to ACCESSORY (engine off) or IGNITION ON (engine run- ning) mode.

■Location of the emergency towing eyelet

The emergency towing eyelet is in the tool bag. (→P. 430)

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CAUTION

■Caution while towing

●Use extreme caution when towing the vehicle.

Avoid sudden starts or erratic driving maneuvers which place excessive stress on the emergency towing eyelet and the cables or chains. Always use caution for the surroundings and other vehicles while towing.

●If the engine is not running, the power assist for the brakes and steering

will not function, making steering and braking more difficult.

■Installing towing eyelet to the vehicle

Make sure that towing eyelet is installed securely. If not securely installed, towing eyelet may come loose during towing. This may lead to accidents that cause serious injury or even death.

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NOTICE

■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.

■To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission and active torque control 4WD system (4WD models) when towing using a wheel- lift type truck

2WD models: Never tow this vehicle from the rear with the front wheels on the ground. This may cause serious damage to the transmission. If towing from the rear, used towing dolly.

4WD models: Never tow this vehicle with any of the wheels on the ground. This may cause serious damage to the trans- mission and active torque control 4WD system. Use a towing dolly.

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CTN51AN027

■To prevent damaging 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.

■Recreational towing (behind motor home, etc.)

Never dinghy tow your vehicle to prevent causing serious damage to the active torque control 4WD system (4WD models) and transmission. (→P. 218)

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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 ● Engine coolant temperature gauge needle continually points

higher than normal ■ Audible symptoms

● Changes in exhaust sound ● Excessive tire squeal when cornering ● Strange noises related to the suspension system ● Pinging or other noises related to the engine

■ Operational symptoms

● Engine missing, stumbling or running rough ● 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 an air- bag inflates upon collision, the fuel pump shut off system stops sup- plying fuel to the engine.

Follow the procedure below to restart the engine after the system is activated.

Vehicles without smart key system

STEP 1

STEP 2

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

Vehicles with smart key system

STEP 1

STEP 2

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

NOTICE

■Before starting the engine

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

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5-1. Essential information Event data recorder

Your vehicle has computers that monitor and control certain aspects of your vehicle. These computers assist in driving and maintaining optimal vehicle performance. Besides storing data useful for troubleshooting, there is an event data recorder (EDR) that records data in a crash or a near car crash event.

In a crash or a near car crash event

The SRS airbag sensor assembly contains the EDR. In a crash or a near car crash event, this device may record some or all of the follow- ing information: ● Engine speed ● Whether the brake pedal was applied or not ● Vehicle speed ● To what extent the accelerator pedal was depressed ● Position of the transmission shift lever ● Whether the driver and front passenger wore seat belts or not ● Driver's seat position ● SRS airbag deployment data ● SRS airbag system diagnostic data ● Front passenger's occupant classification The information above is intended to be used for the purpose of improving vehicle safety performance. Unlike general data recorders, the EDR does not record sound data such as conversation between passengers.

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Disclosure of the data

Toyota will not disclose the data recorded in an EDR to a third party except when: ● An agreement from the vehicle's owner (or the leasing company for

a leased vehicle) is obtained

● Officially requested by the police or other authorities ● Used as a defense for Toyota in a law suit ● Ordered by a court law However, if necessary Toyota will: ● Use the data for research on Toyota vehicle safety performance ● Disclose the data to a third party for research purposes without dis- closing details of the vehicle owner, and only when it is deemed necessary

● Disclose summarized data cleared of vehicle identification informa-

tion to a non-Toyota organization for research purposes

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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 turn on or flash. If a light turns on or flashes, but then turns off, this does not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the system.

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.

Have the vehicle inspected immediately.

Failing 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

(U.S.A.)

(Canada)

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

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

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Warning light

Warning light/Details

(U.S.A.)

(Canada)

(Flashes)

(Comes on)

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

Electric power steering warning light Indicates a malfunction in the EPS (Electric Power Steering) system.

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

Slip indicator light Indicates a malfunction in: • The Enhanced VSC; • The TRAC; • The AUTO LSD function; • The hill-start assist control; and • The downhill assist control system. Active torque control 4WD system warning light (4WD models) Indicates a malfunction in the active torque control 4WD system. (When the light flashes. →P. 421)

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Follow the correction procedures.

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

Warning light

Warning light/Details

Correction procedure

Open door warning light Indicates that a door is not fully closed. Low fuel level warning light Indicates that remaining fuel is about 2.4 gal. (9.0 L, 2.0 Imp. gal.) or less Driver’s seat belt reminder light (warning buzzer)* Warns the driver to fasten his/her seat belt. Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light (warning buzzer)* Warns the front passen- ger to fasten his or her seat belt. Active torque control 4WD system warning light (4WD models) Indicates that the driveline temperature is too high. (When the light comes on. →P. 419)

Check that all doors are closed.

Refuel the vehicle.

Fasten the seat belt.

Fasten the seat belt.

Reduce vehicle speed (until the light goes off) or stop the vehicle at a safe place and allow the engine to idle until the light goes off.

(on the center

panel)

(Flashes)

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Warning light

Warning light/Details

Correction procedure

Automatic transmission fluid temperature warning light (if equipped) Indicates that the auto- matic transmission fluid temperature is too high. Low washer fluid warning light Low level of washer fluid

Engine oil replacement reminder light

Illuminates for about 3 sec- onds and then flashes for about 15 seconds approxi- mately 4500 miles (7200 km) after the engine oil is changed: Indicates that the engine oil is scheduled to be changed. Comes on and remains on if the distance driven exceeds 5000 miles (8000 km): Indi- cates that the engine oil should be changed. Tire pressure warning light (if equipped)

Stop the vehicle in a safe place and shift the shift lever to P. If the light does not go off, contact your Toyota dealer.

Fill the tank.

Check the engine oil, and change it if necessary.

Check and change the engine oil.

When the light comes on: Low tire inflation pressure

Adjust the tire inflation pressure.

When the light comes on after blinking for 1 minute: Malfunction in the tire pressure warning system

Have the system checked by your Toyota dealer.

(U.S.A.)

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*: Driver's and front passenger’s seat belt warning buzzers:

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

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

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

Interior buzzer

Exterior buzzer

Warning

light

Warning light/Details

Once

⎯

(Comes on for 8 seconds.)

Once

3 times

Smart key system warning light Indicates that the electronic key is not present when the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is pressed. Smart key system warning 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 has been taken out of the detection area.

Correction procedure

Confirm the location of the electronic key*.

Confirm the location of the electronic key.

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Interior buzzer

Exterior buzzer

Warning

light

Warning light/Details

Once

3 times

Continuous

Continuous

Smart key system warning light Indicates that the driver’s door has been opened and closed with the shift lever in P, the “ENGINE START STOP” switch in any mode other than OFF and the electronic key has been taken out of the detection area. Smart key system warning light Indicates that the driver’s door has been opened and closed with the shift lever not in P, the “ENGINE START STOP” switch in any mode other than OFF and the electronic key has been taken out of the detection area.

Correction procedure

Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch OFF or con- firm the loca- tion of the electronic key.

• Shift the shift lever to P. • Confirm the location of the electronic key.

*: If the engine does not start when the electronic key is inside the vehi- cle, the electronic key battery may be depleted or there may be diffi- culties receiving the signal from the key. (→P. 30)

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■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 taking 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.

■Front passenger detection sensor and passenger seat belt reminder

●If luggage is placed on the front passenger seat, the front passenger detection sensor may cause the warning light to flash, even if a passen- ger 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.

■Changing the engine oil (U.S.A. only)

Make sure to reset the oil change system. (→P. 355)

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

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

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

sure warning system) The spare tire is also equipped with the tire pressure warning valve and transmitter. The tire pressure warning light will turn on if the tire inflation pressure of the spare tire is low. If a tire goes flat, even though the flat tire is replaced with the spare tire, the tire pressure warning light does not turn off. Replace the spare tire with the repaired tire and adjust the proper tire inflation pressure. The tire pressure warning light will turn off after a few minutes.

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■If the tire pressure warning system is inoperative

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 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, in particular 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. ●If the spare tire is in a location subject to poor radio wave signal

reception.

●If a large metallic object which can interfere with signal reception is

put in the luggage compartment.

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■If the tire pressure warning light comes on after blinking for 1

minute frequently If the tire pressure warning light comes on after flashing for 1 minute fre- quently when the “ENGINE START STOP” switch or the engine switch is turned ON, have it checked by your Toyota dealer.

■Customization that can be configured at Toyota dealer

The vehicle speed linked seat belt reminder buzzer can be disabled. (Customizable features →P. 488) 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

■If the tire pressure warning light comes on

Be sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to do so could cause loss of vehicle control and result in death or serious injury. ●Vehicles with run-flat tires:

• Decelerate to the lowest appropriate speed as soon as possible.

Do not drive over 55 mph (90 km/h).

• Check and adjust the tire inflation pressure immediately. • If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pressure adjustment, it is probable that you have a flat tire. Have the tire replaced by the nearest Toyota dealer.

• Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deterio-

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

●Vehicles with standard tires:

• 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 pressure adjustment, it is probable that you have a flat tire. Check the tires. If the tire is flat, change to the spare tire and have the flat tire repaired by the nearest Toyota dealer.

• Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deterio-

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

■If a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur

The tire pressure warning system may not activate immediately.

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CAUTION

■Maintenance of the tires

Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label (tire and load information label). (If your vehicle has tires of a 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).

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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

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 (vehicles with standard tires)

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

Spare tire

Jack

Tool bag

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Taking out the jack

STEP 1

Disengage the remove the cover.

claws

and

STEP 2

Loosen Tighten

Loosen and take out the jack.

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Taking out the tool bag

STEP 1

Disengage the remove the cover.

claws

and

STEP 2

Take out the tool bag.

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Taking out the spare tire (vehicles with the spare tire cover)

STEP 1

Open the back door. Unlock the latch handle which is on the bot- tom of the spare tire cover.

STEP 2

Close the back door.

STEP 3

STEP 4

Remove the spare tire cover by holding the bottom and lifting it up and away from the vehicle.

When placing the spare tire cover on the ground, make sure the cover design side faces up to avoid scratching the cover surface.

Using the wheel nut wrench, loosen the hold-down nuts by turning them counterclockwise until they can be loosened by hand. Follow the order shown in the illustration.

STEP 5

Remove all the wheel nuts and the spare tire. When placing the spare tire on the ground, make sure the wheel design side faces up to avoid scratching the wheel surface.

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Taking out the spare tire (vehicles without the spare tire cover)

STEP 1

Using the wheel nut wrench, loosen the hold-down nuts by turning them counterclockwise until they can be loosened by hand. Follow the order shown in the illustration.

STEP 2

Remove all the wheel nuts and the spare tire. When placing the spare tire on the ground, make sure the wheel design side faces up to avoid scratching the wheel surface.

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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

STEP 2

Remove the wheel ornament using the wheel nut wrench as shown below.

16-inch wheel

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

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17-inch and 18-inch wheels

STEP 3

STEP 4

STEP 5

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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.

On some models: Assemble the jack handle extension.

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STEP 6

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

Type A

Type B

STEP 7

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.

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Installing the tire

STEP 1

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, and the tire may come off the vehicle.

STEP 2

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

Replacing a steel wheel with a steel wheel

Tapered portion

Tighten the nuts until the tapered portion comes into loose contact with the disc wheel seat.

Disc wheel seat

Replacing an aluminum wheel with a steel wheel

Tapered portion

Tighten the nuts until the tapered portion comes into loose contact with the disc wheel seat.

Disc wheel seat

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Replacing an aluminum wheel with an aluminum wheel

Disc wheel

Turn the nut washers until they come into contact with the disc wheel.

Washer

STEP 3

Lower the vehicle.

Type A

Type B

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STEP 4

Firmly tighten each 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

Reinstall the wheel ornament.

16-inch wheel

17-inch and 18-inch wheels

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Stowing the flat tire

STEP 1

Remove any dirt or foreign matter from the disc wheel seat and the wheel contact surface.

STEP 2

Vehicles with aluminum wheels and a steel wheel for the spare: Remove the plastic rings from the wheel nuts of the spare tire carrier.

STEP 3

STEP 4

Close the back door. Stow the flat tire on the back door and tighten all wheel nuts by hand.

STEP 5

Using the wheel nut wrench, tighten the hold-down nuts by turning them clockwise. Follow the order shown in the illustra- tion.

Tightening torque: 66.4 ft•lbf (90 N•m, 9.1 kgf•m)

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STEP 6

STEP 7

STEP 8

STEP 9

Close the back door.

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Upper slots Hooks

the hooks under

To install the spare tire cover, insert the guides to the upper slots and lower the cover.

Attach the cover by hooking the 2 inner protrusions.

Check that the cover is securely attached.

Hook Latch handle Clasp Open the back door and lock the latch handle which is on the bottom of the cover.

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STEP 10

Stow the jack and all tools securely, and replace all the cov- ers.

■When reinstalling the wheel ornament (vehicles with 16-inch

wheels)

Align the cutout of the wheel ornament with the valve stem as shown.

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

warning system) The tire pressure warning system must be reset. (→P. 367)

■After repairing the flat tire (vehicles with aluminum wheels and a

steel wheel for the spare) Be sure to reinstall the plastic rings to the wheel nuts before stowing the spare tire. If the steel wheel is stowed without reinstalling the plastic rings to the wheel nuts, the spare tire carrier may produce abnormal noise when the vehicle is moving.

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CAUTION

■Using the tire jack

Improper use of the tire jack may lead to death or serious injuries due to the vehicle suddenly falling off the jack. ●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.