2012 Toyota Yaris Hatchback Owners Manual

an airbag inflates upon collision, the fuel pump shut off system stops the supply of fuel to the engine.

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

Turn the engine switch to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position. 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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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer sounds...

Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights comes on or flashes. If a light comes on or flashes, but then goes off, this does not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the system. However, if this continues to occur, have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.

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

The following warnings indicate 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 nor- mally.

(except Canada)

(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 warnings indicate 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 sys- tem.

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

High engine coolant temperature warning light Indicates that the engine is almost overheating. (→P. 334)

(Flashes or comes on)

Have the vehicle inspected immediately.

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

Warning light

Warning light/Details

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

(except Canada)

(Canada)

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Warning light

Warning light/Details

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

(except Canada)

(Canada)

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

Cruise control indicator light (if equipped) Indicates a malfunction in the cruise control system.

(Flashes)

Follow the correction procedures.

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

Warning light

Warning light/Details

Correction procedure

Open door warning light (warning buzzer)*1
Indicates that a door is not fully closed. Low fuel level warning light Indicates remaining fuel is approximately 1.7 gal. (6.3 L, 1.4 Imp.gal.) or less.

Check that all the doors are closed.

Refuel the vehicle.

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Warning light/Details Driver’s and front pas- senger’s seat belt reminder light (warning buzzer)*2
Warns the driver and front passenger to fasten their seat belts. Tire pressure warning light

When the light comes on: Low tire inflation pressure such as • Natural causes (→P. 311) • Flat tire (→P. 315)

When the light comes on after blinking for 1 minute: Malfunction in the tire pressure warning system. (→P. 312)

Low windshield washer fluid warning light Low level of washer fluid

Correction procedure

Fasten the seat belt.

Adjust the tire inflation pressure to the specified level. The light will turn off after a few minutes. In case the light does not turn off even if the tire inflation pressure is adjusted, have the system checked by your Toyota dealer.

Have the system checked by your Toyota dealer.

Fill the tank.

Warning light

(except Canada)

(if equipped)

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Warning light

(except Canada)

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

Correction procedure

If necessary, perform maintenance.

Perform the necessary maintenance. Please reset the mainte- nance data after the maintenance is per- formed. (→P. 227)

*1: Open door warning buzzer:

A buzzer will sound if the vehicle reaches a speed of 3 mph (5 km/h) or more with any door open.

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

The driver’s and front passenger’s seat belt buzzer sounds to alert the driver and front passenger that their seat belt is not fastened. Once the engine switch is turned to the “ON” or “START” position, the buzzer sounds for 6
seconds. The buzzer sounds once if the driver’s or front passenger’s seat belt is unfastened when the vehicle reaches a speed of 12 mph (20 km/h). Then, if the seat belt is still unfastened after 30 seconds elapse, the buzzer will sound intermittently for approximately 10 seconds, followed by a different tone for approximately 20 more seconds.

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

Supplement” for the maintenance interval applicable to your vehicle.

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■SRS warning light

This warning light system monitors the airbag sensor assembly, front impact sensors, side impact sensors, driver’s seat belt buckle switch, front passen- ger occupant classification system (ECU and sensors), “AIR BAG ON” indi- cator light, “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light, front passenger’s seat belt buckle switch, seat belt pretensioner assemblies, airbags, interconnecting wiring and power sources. (→P. 80)

■Front passenger detection sensor, passenger seat belt reminder and

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

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

ger, and the warning light may not operate properly.

■Electric power steering system warning light (warning buzzer)

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

■If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving

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

If it is, fill the fuel tank immediately.

●Is the fuel tank cap loose?

If it is, tighten it securely.

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

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

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

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

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

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

sure warning system) The compact spare tire is not equipped with a tire pressure warning valve and transmitter. If a tire goes flat, the tire pressure warning light will not turn off even though the flat tire has been replaced with the spare tire. Replace the spare tire with the repaired tire and adjust the tire infla- tion pressure. The tire pressure warning light will go off after a few min- utes.

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

a tire pressure warning system) The system will be disabled in the following conditions: (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

are not registered in the tire pressure warning computer

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

higher

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

are nearby

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

wheels or wheel housings

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●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 tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking

for 1 minute (vehicles with a tire pressure warning system) If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking for 1
minute when the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position, 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. 368) However, Toyota recommends that the seat belt reminder buzzer be operational to alert the driver and front passen- ger when seat belts are not fastened.

CAUTION

■When the electric power steering system warning light comes on

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

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

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

inflation pressure immediately.

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

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

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

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CAUTION

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

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

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

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

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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 (vehicles with a tire pres-

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

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

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

● Stop the vehicle on a hard, flat surface. ● Set the parking brake. ● Shift the shift lever to P (vehicles with an automatic transmis-

sion) or R (vehicles with a manual transmission).

● Stop the engine. ● Turn on the emergency flashers.

■ Location of the spare tire, jack and tools

Tie-down belt

Jack handle

Wheel nut wrench

Jack

Spare tire

Tool bag

Towing eyelet

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Taking out the jack

Move the driver seat to the front most position and remove the cover.

Take out the jack. For tightening For loosening

Taking out the spare tire

Lift the deck board and attach the hook. (→P. 216)

Loosen the center fastener that secures the spare tire.

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Chock the tires.

Flat tire

Front

Rear

Left- hand side

Right- hand side

Left- hand side

Right- hand side

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

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

To protect the wheel ornament, place a rag between the wrench and the wheel ornament.

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Slightly loosen the wheel nuts (one turn).

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

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

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.

Installing the tire

5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

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

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

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

Tapered portion

When replacing a steel wheel with a compact spare tire, tighten the wheel nuts until the tapered portion comes into loose contact with the disc wheel sheet.

Disc wheel sheet

Tapered portion

Disc wheel sheet

When replacing an aluminum wheel with a compact spare tire, tighten the wheel nuts until the tapered portion comes into loose contact with the disc wheel sheet.

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Lower the vehicle.

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

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

Stowing the flat tire, jack and all tools

Stow the jack and all tools.

Return the deck board.

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Vehicles with an aluminum wheels, remove the center wheel ornament by pushing from the reverse side.

Be careful not to lose the wheel ornament.

Hook each belt end to the cor- responding anchor brackets. Put the center portion of the belt onto the rear center head restraint.

Lay the flat tire on the luggage floor so that the outer side of the tire wheel faces toward the rear of the vehicle. Detach the rear center head restraint from the seat and release the belt.

Pass the belt through the center hole of the flat tire wheel.

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the

Put the center portion of the belt onto rear center head restraint position and then return the rear center head restraint.

Hold the buckle and pull the belt to secure the tire.

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

■The compact spare tire

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

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

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

tire. (→P. 351)

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

warning system) The tire pressure warning system must be reset. (→P. 254)

■When using the compact spare tire (vehicles with a tire pressure

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

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

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

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

CAUTION

■When using the compact spare tire

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

●Do not use more than one compact spare tire simultaneously. ●Replace the compact spare tire with a standard tire as soon as possi-

ble.

●Avoid sudden acceleration, deceleration and braking, as well as sharp

cornering.

■When storing the compact spare tire

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

■When the compact spare tire is attached

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

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CAUTION

■Speed limit when using the compact spare tire

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

■Using the tire jack

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

installing and removing tire chains.

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

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

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

by the jack.

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

jack.

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

replace the tire.

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

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CAUTION

■Replacing a flat tire

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

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

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

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

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

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

cally designed for that wheel.

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

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

tapered ends facing inward. (→P. 266)

■When stowing the flat tire

●Make sure the rear seats are in their original position. ●Secure it using a tire tie-down belt. Otherwise, the flat tire may fly out in case of the sudden braking or an accident, resulting in death or serious injury.

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NOTICE

■Do not drive the vehicle with a flat tire

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

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

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

■Driving with tire chains and the compact spare tire

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

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

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

ters (vehicles with a tire pressure warning system) When a tire is repaired with liquid sealants, the tire pressure warning valve and transmitter may not operate properly. If a liquid sealant is used, contact your Toyota dealer or other qualified service shop as soon as possible. Make sure to replace the tire pressure warning valve and transmitter when replacing the tire. (→P. 254)

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

If the engine will not start even though correct starting procedures are being followed (→P. 124), consider each of the following points: ■ The engine will not start even though the starter motor

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

Refuel the vehicle.

● The engine may be flooded.

Try to restart the engine again following correct starting proce- dures. (→P. 124)

● Vehicles with engine immobilizer system: There may be a

malfunction in the engine immobilizer system. (→P. 72)

■ The starter motor turns over slowly, the interior lights and headlights are dim, or the horn does not sound or sounds at a low volume. One of the following may be the cause of the problem: ● The battery may be discharged. (→P. 330) ● The battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.

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

headlights do not turn on, or the horn does not sound. One of the following may be the cause of the problem: ● One or both of the battery terminals may be disconnected. ● The battery may be discharged. (→P. 330)

Contact your Toyota dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if repair procedures are unknown.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P (vehicles with an automatic transmission)

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

Set the parking brake. Turn the engine switch to the “ACC” position. Depress the brake pedal.

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

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

to

Press the shift lock override button.

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

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

New genuine Toyota keys can be made by your Toyota dealer using the other key and the key number stamped on your key number plate.

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

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

Open the hood (→P. 236)

Connect the jumper cables according to the following procedure:

Connect a positive jumper cable clamp to the positive (+) battery terminal on your vehicle. Connect the clamp on the other end of the positive cable to the positive (+) battery terminal on the second vehicle. Connect a negative cable clamp to the negative (-) battery termi- nal on the second vehicle. Connect the clamp at the other end of the negative cable to a solid, stationary, unpainted metallic point away from the battery and any moving parts, as shown in the illustration.

Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the engine speed slightly and maintain at that level for approximately 5
minutes to recharge the battery of your vehicle.

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Maintain the engine speed of the second vehicle and start the engine of your vehicle by turning the engine switch to the “ON” position. Once the vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper cables in the exact reverse order from which they were con- nected.

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

■Starting the engine when the battery is discharged (vehicles with an

automatic transmission) The engine cannot be started by push-starting.

■To prevent battery discharge

●Turn off the headlights and the air conditioning system while the engine is

off.

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

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

■Charging the battery

The electricity stored in the battery will discharge gradually even when the vehicle is not in use, due to natural discharge and the draining effects of cer- tain electrical appliances. If the vehicle is left for a long time, the battery may discharge, and the engine may be unable to start. (The battery recharges automatically during driving.)

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CAUTION

■Avoiding battery fires or explosions

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

with each other.

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

the battery.

■Battery precautions

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

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

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

other battery-related parts.

●Do not allow children near the battery.

■To prevent damaging to the vehicle

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

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NOTICE

■When handling jumper cables

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

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

If your engine overheats:

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

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

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Add engine coolant if neces- sary.

Water can be used in an emer- gency is unavailable. (→P. 347)

if engine coolant

Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

■Overheating

If you observe the following, your vehicle may be overheating: ●The high engine coolant temperature warning light flashes or comes on

or a loss of power is experienced.

●Steam comes out from under the hood.

CAUTION

■To prevent an accident or injury when inspecting under the hood of

your vehicle ●If steam is seen coming from under the hood, do not open the hood until the steam has subsided. The engine compartment may be very hot, caus- ing serious injuries such as burns.

●Keep hands and clothing away from the fan and drive belt while the engine

is running.

●Do not loosen the radiator cap while the engine and radiator are hot.

Serious injury, such as burns, may result from hot coolant and steam released under pressure.

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NOTICE

■When adding engine coolant

Wait until the engine has cooled down before adding engine coolant. When adding coolant, do so slowly. Adding cool coolant to a hot engine too quickly can cause damage to the engine.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If the vehicle becomes stuck

Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle becomes stuck in mud, dirt, or snow:

Stop the engine. Set the parking brake and shift the shift lever to P (vehicles with an automatic transmission) or N (vehicles with a manual transmission). Remove the mud, snow or sand from around the stuck tire. Place wood, stones or some other material under the tires to help provide traction. Restart the engine. Shift the shift lever to the D or R position (vehicles with an automatic transmission) or 1 or R position (vehicles with a manual transmission) and carefully apply the accelerator to free the vehicle. Turn off TRAC and VSC if these functions are hampering your attempts to free the vehicle. (→P. 163)

■Emergency hook

When your vehicle becomes stuck and cannot move, the emergency hook is used for another vehicle to pull your vehi- cle out in an emergency. Your vehicle is not designed to tow another vehicle.

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CAUTION

■When attempting to free a stuck vehicle

If you choose to push the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the sur- rounding area is clear to avoid striking other vehicles, objects or people. The vehicle may also lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes free. Use extreme caution.

■When shifting the shift lever (vehicles with an automatic transmission)

Be careful not to shift the shift lever with the accelerator pedal depressed. This may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle that may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.

NOTICE

■To avoid damaging to the transmission and other components

●Avoid spinning the wheels and depressing the accelerator pedal more

than necessary.

●If the vehicle remains stuck even after these procedures are performed,

the vehicle may require towing to be freed.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency

Only in an emergency, such as if it becomes impossible to stop the vehicle in the normal way, stop the vehicle using the following pro- cedure:

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

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

If the shift lever cannot be shifted to N

Keep depressing the brake pedal with both feet to reduce vehicle speed as much as possible.

Stop the engine by turning the engine switch to the “ACC” position.

Stop the vehicle in a safe place by the road.

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CAUTION

■If the engine has to be turned off while driving

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

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

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6-1. Specifications Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)

Dimensions and weights

Overall length

Overall width Overall height*1
Wheelbase

Tread

Front

Rear

Vehicle capacity weight (Occupants + luggage) Towing capacity*4
(Trailer weight + cargo)

*1: Unladen vehicles *2: P175/65R15 tires *3: P195/50R16 tires *4: Canada only

153.5 in. (3900 mm)*2
154.7 in. (3930 mm)*3
66.7 in. (1695 mm) 59.4 in. (1510 mm) 98.8 in. (2510 mm) 58.5 in. (1485 mm)*2
57.5 in. (1460 mm)*3
57.9 in. (1470 mm)*2
56.9 in. (1445 mm)*3

845 lb. (380 kg)

700 lb. (315 kg)

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Vehicle identification

■ Vehicle identification number The vehicle identification number (VIN) is the legal identifier for your vehicle. This is the primary identification number for your Toyota. It is used in registering the ownership of your vehicle.

This number is stamped under the front passenger’s seat.

This number is stamped on the top left of the instrument panel.

This number is also on the Certi- fication Label on the driver’s side center pillar.

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■ Engine number

The engine number is stamped on the engine block as shown.

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Engine

Model Type Bore and stroke Displacement

6-1. Specifications

1NZ-FE 4-cylinder in line, 4-cycle, gasoline 2.95 × 3.33 in. (75.0 × 84.7 mm) 91.3 cu.in. (1497 cm3) 68 — 90 lbf (300 — 400 N, 31 — 41kgf)* Vehicles without an air conditioning system:

Generator

Water pump

Crankshaft

Drive belt tension

Vehicles with an air conditioning system:

Generator

Water pump

Air conditioning compressor

Crankshaft

*: Drive belt tension measured with Boroughs drive belt tension gauge No. BT-33-73F when the engine is cold (used belt)

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Fuel

Fuel type Octane rating Fuel tank capacity (Reference)

Lubrication system

Oil capacity (Drain and refill -reference)

With filter Without filter

Unleaded gasoline only 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher

11.1 gal. (42 L, 9.2 lmp.gal.)

3.9 qt. (3.7 L, 3.3 Imp.qt.) 3.6 qt. (3.4 L, 3.0 Imp.qt.)

■ Engine oil selection “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in your Toyota vehicle. Use Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent to satisfy the following grade and viscosity. Oil grade: ILSAC multigrade engine oil Recommended viscosity: SAE 5W-30

SAE 5W-30 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good starting in cold weather. If SAE 5W-30 is not available, SAE 10W-30 oil may be used. However, it should be replaced with SAE 5W-30 at the next oil change.

Outside temperature

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Oil viscosity (5W-30 is explained here as an example): ● The 5W in 5W-30 indicates the characteristic of the oil which allows cold startability. Oils with a lower value before the W allow for easier starting of the engine in cold weather.

● The 30 in 5W-30 indicates the viscosity characteristic of the oil when the oil is at high temperature. An oil with a higher viscosity (one with a higher value) may be better suited if the vehicle is operated at high speeds, or under extreme load conditions.

How to read oil container label: The ILSAC (International Lubricant Standardization and Approval Committee) Certification Mark is added to some oil containers to help you select the oil you should use.

Cooling system

Capacity (Reference)

Coolant type

Vehicles with an automatic transmission: 4.9 qt. (4.6 L, 4.0 Imp.qt.) Vehicles with a manual transmission: 5.0 qt. (4.7 L, 4.1 Imp.qt.) Use either of the following: • “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” • A similar high-quality ethylene glycol- based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid technology Do not use plain water alone.

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Ignition system

Spark plug Make

Gap

SK16R11
IFR5A11

DENSO NGK 0.043 in. (1.1 mm)

NOTICE

■Iridium-tipped spark plugs

Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark plug gap.

Electrical system

Battery Specific gravity reading at 68°F (20°C):

1.250 ⎯ 1.290 Fully charged 1.160 ⎯ 1.200 Half charged 1.060 ⎯ 1.100 Discharged

Charging rates

Quick charge Slow charge

15 A max. 5 A max.

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Automatic transmission

Fluid capacity* Fluid type *: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity. If replacement is necessary, con-

6.8 qt. (6.4 L, 5.6 Imp.qt.) Toyota Genuine ATF WS

tact your Toyota dealer.

NOTICE

■Transmission fluid type

Using transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of the transmission accompanied by vibration and, ultimately, damage to the vehicle’s transmission.

Manual transmission

Gear oil capacity (Reference) Gear oil type Recommended gear oil viscosity

2.0 qt. (1.9 L, 1.7 Imp.qt.) Gear oil API GL-4 or GL-5

SAE 75W-90

Clutch

Clutch pedal free play Fluid type

0.2 ⎯ 0.6 in. (5 ⎯ 15 mm) SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3

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Brakes

Pedal clearance *1

Pedal free play Brake pad wear limit Brake lining wear limit

Parking brake lever travel *2

Vehicles with rear drum brakes 3.5 in. (90 mm) Min. Vehicles with rear disc brakes 3.7 in. (93 mm) Min. 0.04 ⎯ 0.24 in. (1 ⎯ 6 mm) 0.04 in. (1.0 mm) 0.04 in. (1.0 mm) Vehicles with rear drum brakes 8 — 11 clicks Vehicles with rear disc brakes 6 — 9 clicks SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3

Fluid type *1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 67 lbf (300 N, 31

kgf) while the engine is running.

*2: Parking brake lever travel when pulled up with a force of 45 lbf (200 N, 20

kgf).

Steering

Free play

Less than 1.2 in. (30 mm)

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Tires and wheels

15-inch tires

Tire size

Tire inflation pressure (recommended cold tire inflation pressure)

Wheel size Wheel nut torque

16-inch tires

Tire size

Front and rear tire inflation pressure (recommended cold tire inflation pressure)

Wheel size Wheel nut torque

6-1. Specifications

P175/65R15 84H, T125/70D16 96M (spare) Driving under normal conditions Front: 33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm2 or bar) Rear: 33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm2 or bar) Spare: 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm2 or bar) Never exceed the maximum cold tire infla- tion pressure indicated on the tire side- wall. 15 × 5J, 16 × 4T (spare) 76 ft·lbf (103 N·m, 10.5 kgf·m)

P195/50R16 83V, T125/70D16 96M (spare) Driving under normal conditions Front: 32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm2 or bar) Rear: 29 psi (200 kPa, 2.0 kgf/cm2 or bar) Spare: 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm2 or bar) Never exceed the maximum cold tire infla- tion pressure indicated on the tire side- wall. 16 × 6J, 16 × 4T (spare) 76 ft·lbf (103 N·m, 10.5 kgf·m)

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Light bulbs

Light Bulbs

Bulb No

Type

Headlights and daytime running lights (if equipped) Front fog lights (if equipped) Front side marker lights Front turn signal lights/ parking lights Rear turn signal lights Stop/tail and rear side marker lights Back-up lights License plate light Personal lights/Interior light Luggage compartment light

9003

60/55

—

—

7444NA

—

7443

921
—

—

—

55

28/8

21

21/5

16

Exterior

Interior

A: HB2 halogen bulbs B: H11 halogen bulbs C: Wedge base bulbs (clear) D: Wedge base bulbs (amber) E: Double end bulbs

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6-1. Specifications Fuel information

You must only use unleaded gasoline in your vehicle. Select octane rating 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher. Use of unleaded gasoline with an octane rating lower than 87 may result in engine knocking. Persistent knocking can lead to engine damage. At minimum, the gasoline you use should meet the specifications of ASTM D4814 in the U.S.A. and CGSB3.5-M93 in Canada.

■Fuel tank opening for unleaded gasoline

To help prevent incorrect fueling, your vehicle has a fuel tank opening that only accommodates the special nozzle on unleaded fuel pumps.

■Gasoline quality

In very few cases, driveability problems may be caused by the brand of gas- oline you are using. If driveability problems persist, try changing the brand of gasoline. If this does not correct the problem, consult your Toyota dealer.

■Gasoline quality standards

●Automotive manufacturers in the U.S.A., Europe and Japan have devel- oped a specification for fuel quality called World-Wide Fuel Charter (WWFC), which is expected to be applied worldwide.

●The WWFC consists of four categories that are based on required emis-

sion levels. In the U.S., category 4 has been adopted.

●The WWFC improves air quality by lowering emissions in vehicle fleets,

and improves customer satisfaction through better performance.

■Recommendation of the use of gasoline containing detergent additives ●Toyota recommends the use of gasoline that contains detergent additives

to avoid the build-up of engine deposits.

●All gasoline sold in the U.S.A. contains detergent additives to clean and/

or keep clean intake systems.

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■Recommendation of the use of cleaner burning gasoline

Cleaner burning gasoline, including reformulated gasoline that contains oxy- genates such as ethanol or MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether) is available in many areas. Toyota recommends the use of cleaner burning gasoline and appropriately blended reformulated gasoline. These types of gasoline provide excellent vehicle performance, reduce vehicle emissions and improve air quality.

■Non-recommendation of the use of blended gasoline

DO NOT use gasoline containing more than 10% ethanol.

(15% ethanol)

(50% ethanol)

(85% ethanol)

●Use only gasoline containing a maxi-

mum of 10% ethanol. DO NOT use any flex-fuel or gasoline that could contain more than 10% etha-