When trouble arises -> Steps to take in an emergency for Your Toyota Auris 4 Door Second Generation (2013-2018)

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8-2. Steps to take in an emergency  
If your vehicle needs to be towed  
If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle  
towed by any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another  
duly qualified and equipped professional or commercial towing  
service, using a wheel-lift type truck or flatbed truck.  
Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by all state/  
provincial and local laws.  
Situations when it is necessary to contact dealers before towing  
The following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact  
any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and  
equipped professional or commercial towing service before towing.  
The engine is running but the vehicle does not move.  
The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.  
Towing with a sling-type truck  
Do not tow with a sling-type truck  
to prevent body damage.  
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8-2. Steps to take in an emergency  
Towing with a wheel-lift type truck  
X From the front  
X From the rear  
Release the parking brake.  
Use a towing dolly under the  
front wheels.  
Using a flatbed truck  
1
Apply the parking brake and turn the engine switch off.  
Use wheel chocks for all 4 wheels to prevent the vehicle from rolling.  
2
Secure the vehicle by strapping  
the tires to the deck of the tow  
truck as shown.  
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8-2. Steps to take in an emergency  
Emergency towing  
If a tow truck is not available in an emergency, your vehicle may be  
temporarily towed using cables or chains secured to the emergency  
towing eyelets. This should only be attempted on hard surfaced roads  
for at most 80 km (50 miles) at under 30 km/h (18 mph).  
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.  
Emergency towing procedure  
1
Take out the towing eyelet. (P. 558, 572)  
2
Remove the eyelet cover using  
a flathead screwdriver.  
To prevent damage, cover the tip of  
the screwdriver with a rag.  
3
Insert the towing eyelet into the  
hole and tighten partially by  
hand.  
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4
Tighten down the towing eyelet  
securely using a wheel nut  
wrench* or hard metal bar.  
*: If the vehicle is not equipped with a  
wheel nut wrench, a wheel nut  
wrench can be purchased at any  
authorized Toyota dealer or  
repairer, or another duly qualified  
and equipped professional.  
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Securely attach cables or chains to the towing eyelet.  
Take care not to damage the vehicle body.  
Vehicles without a smart entry & start system: Enter the vehicle  
being towed and start the engine.  
If the engine does not start, turn the engine switch to the “ON” position.  
Vehicles with Stop & Start system: Before towing the vehicle, turn the  
engine switch off once, and then start the engine.  
Vehicles with a smart entry & start system: Enter the vehicle being towed  
and start the engine.  
If the engine does not start, turn the engine switch to IGNITION ON mode.  
Vehicles with Stop & Start system: Before towing the vehicle, turn the  
engine switch off once, and then start the engine.  
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Shift the shift lever to N and release the parking brake.  
When the shift lever cannot be shifted: P. 588  
While towing  
If the engine is not running, the power assist for the brakes and steering will  
not function, making steering and braking more difficult.  
Wheel nut wrench  
Vehicles without a wheel nut wrench: Wheel nut wrench can be purchased at  
any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and  
equipped professional.  
Vehicles with a wheel nut wrench: Wheel nut wrench is installed in the lug-  
gage compartment. (P. 558)  
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WARNING  
Observe the following precautions.  
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.  
When towing the vehicle  
Be sure to transport the vehicle with the  
front wheels raised or with all four wheels  
raised off the ground. If the vehicle is  
towed with the front wheels contacting  
the ground, the drivetrain and related  
parts may be damaged.  
To prevent causing serious damage to the Stop & Start system when  
towing (vehicles with a Stop & Start system)  
Never tow this vehicle with four wheels on the ground. Use a flatbed truck,  
or lift up front or rear of the vehicle by using a wheel-lift type truck.  
While towing  
When towing using cables or chains, avoid sudden starts, etc. which place  
excessive stress on the towing eyelets, cables or chains. The towing eye-  
lets, cables or chains may become damaged, broken debris may hit peo-  
ple, and cause serious damage.  
Vehicles without a smart entry & start system: Do not turn the engine  
switch to the “LOCK” position.  
There is a possibility that the steering wheel is locked and cannot be oper-  
ated.  
Vehicles with a smart entry & start system: Do not turn the engine switch  
off.  
There is a possibility that the steering wheel is locked and cannot be oper-  
ated.  
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Installing towing eyelets to the vehicle  
Make sure that towing eyelets are installed securely.  
If not securely installed, towing eyelets may come loose during towing.  
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NOTICE  
To prevent damage to the vehicle when towing using a wheel-lift type  
truck  
Vehicles without a smart entry & start system: Do not tow the vehicle from  
the rear when the engine switch is in the “LOCK” position or the key is  
removed.  
The steering lock mechanism is not strong enough to hold the front wheels  
straight.  
Vehicles with a smart entry & start system: Do not tow the vehicle from the  
rear when the engine switch is off. The steering lock mechanism is not  
strong enough to hold the front wheels straight.  
When raising the vehicle, ensure adequate ground clearance for towing at  
the opposite end of the raised vehicle. Without adequate clearance, the  
vehicle could be damaged while being towed.  
To prevent damage to the vehicle when towing with a sling-type truck  
Do not tow with a sling-type truck, either from the front or rear.  
To prevent damage to the vehicle during emergency towing  
Do not secure cables or chains to the suspension components.  
To prevent damage to the vehicle when using a flatbed truck  
Do not drive over wheel chocks, as doing so may damage the tires.  
Do not tie down the vehicle over any parts other than the tires (do not use  
parts such as the suspension).  
When towing a vehicle equipped with the Stop & Start system (if  
equipped)  
Vehicles without a smart entry & start system: When it is necessary to tow  
the vehicle with all 4 wheels contacting the ground, perform the following  
procedure before towing the vehicle to protect the system.  
Turn the engine switch off once, and then start the engine. If the engine  
does not start, turn the engine switch to “ON” position.  
Vehicles with a smart entry & start system: When it is necessary to tow the  
vehicle with all 4 wheels contacting the ground, perform the following proce-  
dure before towing the vehicle to protect the system.  
Turn the engine switch off once, and then start the engine. If the engine  
does not start, turn the engine switch to IGNITION ON mode.  
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8-2. Steps to take in an emergency  
If you think something is wrong  
If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle proba-  
bly needs adjustment or repair. Contact any authorized Toyota  
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped pro-  
fessional 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  
Vehicles with a 3-ring meter: High engine coolant temperature  
warning light comes on.  
Vehicles with a 2-ring meter: High engine coolant temperature  
gauge needle continually points higher than normal.  
Audible symptoms  
Changes in exhaust sound  
Excessive tire squeal when cornering  
Strange noises related to the suspension system  
Pinging or other noises related to the engine  
Operational symptoms  
Engine missing, stumbling or running roughly  
Appreciable loss of power  
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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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8-2. Steps to take in an emergency  
Fuel pump shut off system (gasoline engine  
only)  
To minimize the risk of fuel leakage when the engine stalls or  
when an airbag inflates upon collision, the fuel pump shut off  
system stops the supply of fuel to the engine.  
Follow the procedure below to restart the engine after the system is  
activated.  
X Vehicles without a smart entry & start system  
1
Turn the engine switch to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position.  
2
Restart the engine.  
X Vehicles with a smart entry & start system  
1
Turn the engine switch to ACCESSORY mode or turn it off.  
2
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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8-2. 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 any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or  
another duly qualified and equipped professional.  
Warning light and warning buzzer list  
Warning light  
Warning light/Details/Actions  
Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)*1  
Indicates that:  
• The brake fluid level is low; or  
• The brake system is malfunctioning  
This light also comes on when the parking brake is not  
released. If the light turns off after the parking brake is  
fully released the system is operating normally.  
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and con-  
tact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or  
another duly qualified and equipped professional.  
Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.  
Charging system warning light  
Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system  
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and con-  
tact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or  
another duly qualified and equipped professional.  
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(If equipped)  
(If equipped)  
(If equipped)  
Low engine oil pressure warning light  
Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low.  
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and con-  
tact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or  
another duly qualified and equipped professional.  
High engine coolant temperature warning light  
Indicates that the engine is almost overheating. (P. 598)  
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and con-  
tact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or  
another duly qualified and equipped professional.  
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Warning light Warning light/Details/Actions  
Malfunction indicator lamp  
Indicates a malfunction in:  
• The electronic engine control system;  
• The electronic throttle control system; or  
• The electronic Multidrive (if equipped) control system  
Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota  
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and  
equipped professional immediately.  
SRS warning light  
Indicates a malfunction in:  
• The SRS airbag system; or  
• The seat belt pretensioner system  
Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota  
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and  
equipped professional immediately.  
ABS warning light  
Indicates a malfunction in:  
• The ABS; or  
• The brake assist system  
Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota  
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and  
equipped professional immediately.  
Electric power steering system warning light (warning  
buzzer)  
Indicates a malfunction in the EPS (Electric Power Steer-  
ing) system  
Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota  
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and  
equipped professional immediately.  
Cruise control indicator  
Indicates a malfunction in the cruise control system.  
Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota  
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and  
equipped professional immediately.  
(Comes on in yellow)  
(If equipped)  
Speed limiter indicator  
Indicates a malfunction in the speed limiter system.  
Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota  
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and  
equipped professional immediately.  
(Comes on in yellow)  
(If equipped)  
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Warning light/Details/Actions  
Warning light  
Slip indicator  
Indicates a malfunction in:  
• The VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) system;  
• The TRC (Traction Control) system; or  
• The hill-start assist control system  
The light will flash when the VSC or the TRC is operating.  
(P. 330)  
(Comes on)  
Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota  
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and  
equipped professional immediately.  
PCS warning light  
When the warning light flashes (and a buzzer sounds):  
Indicates a malfunction in the PCS (Pre-Crash Safety sys-  
tem)  
Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota  
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and  
equipped professional immediately.  
When the warning light flashes (and a buzzer does not  
sound):  
Indicates that the PCS (Pre-Crash Safety system) is tem-  
porarily unavailable, possibly due to either of the following:  
• The part of the windshield around the front sensor being  
dirty, fogged up or covered with condensation, ice, stick-  
ers, etc.  
Clear the dirt, fog, condensation, ice, stickers, etc.  
(P. 253)  
(If equipped)  
• Front sensor temperature being outside of its opera-  
tional range  
Wait for a while until the area around the front sensor  
has cooled down sufficiently.  
When the warning light is illuminated:  
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Either the VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) system or PCS  
(Pre-Crash Safety system) is disabled or both are dis-  
abled.  
To enable the PCS, enable both the VSC system and  
PCS. (P. 258, 331)  
Stop & Start cancel indicator  
Indicates a malfunction in the Stop & Start system  
(The Stop & Start cancel indicator will come on when the  
system is canceled.: P. 285)  
Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota  
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and  
equipped professional immediately.  
(Flashes)  
(If equipped)  
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Warning light Warning light/Details/Actions  
Fuel filter warning light  
Indicate that the amount of accumulated water in the fuel  
filter has reached the specified level.  
P. 479  
(If equipped)  
(If equipped)  
Low engine oil level warning light  
Indicates that engine oil level is low, but does not indicate  
a malfunction.  
Check the level of engine oil, and add if necessary.  
(P. 465)  
Engine oil change reminder light  
When the light flashes:  
Indicates that the engine oil is scheduled to be changed.  
(The indicator will not work properly unless the oil mainte-  
nance date has been reset).  
Check the engine oil, and change if necessary. After  
changing the engine oil, the oil change system  
should be reset. (P. 470)  
When the light comes on:  
Indicates that the engine oil should be changed.  
After the engine oil is changed and the oil maintenance  
data has been reset.  
(If equipped)  
Check and change the engine oil, and oil filter by any  
authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly  
qualified and equipped professional. After changing  
the engine oil, the oil change system should be reset.  
(P. 470)  
DPF system warning light  
• Indicates that the DPF catalytic converter needs to be  
cleaned due to repeated short trips and/or low-speed  
driving.  
• Indicates that the amount of accumulated deposits in the  
DPF catalytic converter has reached the specified level.  
To clean with DPF catalytic converter, drive the vehi-  
cle at a speed of 65 km/h (40 mph) or greater for 20 to  
30 minutes as much as possible until the DPF system  
warning light turns off*2.  
(If equipped)  
Do not turn off the engine as much as possible until  
the DPF system warning light turns off.  
If it is not possible to drive the vehicle at speeds of 65  
km/h (40 mph) or greater, or the DPF system warning  
light does not turn off even after driving for more than  
30 minutes, have the vehicle inspected by any autho-  
rized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly quali-  
fied and equipped professional.  
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Warning light/Details/Actions  
Warning light  
Open door warning light (warning buzzer)*3  
Indicates that a door is not fully closed  
Check that all the doors are closed.  
(If equipped)  
Smart entry & start system indicator  
Indicates a malfunction in the smart entry & start system.  
Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota  
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and  
equipped professional immediately.  
(Flashes in yellow for  
15 seconds.)  
(If equipped)  
Low fuel level warning light  
3-ring meter:  
Indicates that remaining fuel is approximately 7.5 L (2.0  
gal., 1.6 Imp. gal.) or less  
2-ring meter:  
• Gasoline engine: Indicates that remaining fuel is approx-  
imately 7.5 L (2.0 gal., 1.6 Imp. gal.) or less  
• Diesel engine: Indicates that remaining fuel is approxi-  
mately 8.3 L (2.2 gal., 1.8 Imp. gal.) or less  
Refuel the vehicle.  
Driver’s and front passenger’s seat belt reminder light  
(warning buzzer)*4  
Warns the driver and/or front passenger to fasten their  
seat belts  
Fasten the seat belt.  
If the front passenger’s seat is occupied, the front  
passenger’s seat belt also needs to be fastened to  
make the warning light (warning buzzer) turn off.  
Rear passengers’ seat belt reminder lights (warning  
buzzer)*4  
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Warns the rear passengers to fasten their seat belts.  
Fasten the seat belt.  
(If equipped)  
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Warning light Warning light/Details/Actions  
Tire pressure warning light  
When the light comes on:  
Low tire inflation pressure such as  
• Natural causes (P. 547)  
• Flat tire (P. 557, 571)  
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 pres-  
sure is adjusted, have the system checked by any  
authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly  
qualified and equipped professional.  
When the light comes on after blinking for 1 minute:  
Malfunction in the tire pressure warning system (P. 548)  
Have the system checked by any authorized Toyota  
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and  
equipped professional.  
(If equipped)  
Master warning light  
A buzzer sounds and the warning light comes on and  
flashes to indicate that the master warning system has  
detected a malfunction.  
(If equipped)  
P. 551  
*1: 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 5 km/h [3 mph]).  
*2: The DPF system warning light may not turn off when the engine oil change  
reminder light is on. In this event, have the vehicle inspected by any autho-  
rized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped pro-  
fessional.  
*3: Open door warning buzzer:  
A buzzer will sound if the vehicle reaches a speed of 5 km/h (3 mph) or  
more with any door open.  
*4: Driver’s and passengers’ seat belt buzzer:  
The driver’s and passengers’ seat belt buzzer sounds to alert the driver and  
passengers that his or her seat belt is not fastened. The buzzer sounds for  
30 seconds after the vehicle reaches a speed of at least 20 km/h (12 mph).  
Then, if the seat belt is still unfastened, the buzzer will sound in a different  
tone for 90 more seconds.  
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Follow the correction procedures. (vehicles with a smart entry &  
start system and with a 3-ring meter)  
After taking the specified steps to correct the suspected problem,  
check that the warning light turns off.  
Interior Exterior Warning  
Warning light/Details/Action  
buzzer buzzer  
light  
Smart entry & start system indicator (vehi-  
cles with a Multidrive)  
The electronic key was carried outside the  
vehicle and the driver’s door was opened  
and closed while any shift position other than  
P was selected without turning off the engine  
switch.  
Continuous  
Continuous  
(Flashes in  
yellow)  
Change the shift position to P.  
Bring the electronic key back into the  
vehicle.  
Smart entry & start system indicator (vehi-  
cles with a Multidrive)  
The electronic key was carried outside the  
vehicle and the driver’s door was opened  
and closed while the shift position P was  
selected without turning off the engine  
switch.  
Once 3 times  
(Flashes in  
yellow)  
Turn the engine switch off or bring the  
electronic key back into the vehicle.  
Smart entry & start system indicator  
Indicates that a door other than the driver’s  
door has been opened and closed with the  
engine switch in any mode other than off and  
the electronic key outside of the detection  
area.  
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Once 3 times  
(Flashes in  
yellow)  
Confirm the location of the electronic  
key.  
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Interior Exterior Warning  
Warning light/Details/Action  
buzzer buzzer  
light  
Smart entry & start system indicator  
An attempt was made to exit the vehicle with  
the electronic key and lock the doors without  
first turning the engine switch off.  
Turn the engine switch off and lock the  
doors again.  
Continuous  
Once  
(5 seconds)  
(Flashes in  
yellow)  
Smart entry & start system indicator  
Indicates that the electronic key is not  
present when attempting to start the engine.  
Confirm the location of the electronic  
key.  
Once  
9 times  
Once  
Once  
(Flashes in  
yellow for 15  
seconds)  
Smart entry & start system indicator  
An attempt was made to drive when the reg-  
ular key was not inside the vehicle.  
Confirm that the electronic key is inside  
the vehicle.  
(Flashes in  
yellow)  
Smart entry & start system indicator  
Indicates that the electronic key battery is  
low.  
Replace the battery.  
(P. 503)  
(Flashes in  
yellow for 15  
seconds)  
Smart entry & start system indicator  
Indicates that the steering lock has not been  
released.  
(Flashes  
quickly in  
green for 15  
seconds)  
Release the steering lock. (P. 219)  
Smart entry & start system indicator  
• When the doors were unlocked with the  
mechanical key and then the engine switch  
was pressed, the electronic key could not  
be detected in the vehicle.  
• The electronic key could not be detected in  
the vehicle even after the engine switch  
was pressed two consecutive times.  
Vehicles with a Multidrive: Touch the  
electronic key to the engine switch while  
depressing the brake pedal.  
Once  
(Flashes in  
yellow for 30  
seconds)  
Vehicles with a manual transmission:  
Touch the electronic key to the engine  
switch while depressing the clutch pedal.  
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Front passenger detection sensor, seat belt reminder and warning  
buzzer  
If luggage is placed on the front passenger seat, the front passenger detec-  
tion sensor may cause the warning light to flash and the warning buzzer to  
sound even if a passenger is not sitting in the seat.  
If a cushion is placed on the seat, the sensor may not detect a passenger,  
and the warning light may not operate properly.  
If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving  
For some models, the malfunction indicator lamp will come on if the fuel tank  
becomes completely empty. If the fuel tank is empty, refuel the vehicle imme-  
diately. The malfunction indicator lamp will go off after several trips.  
If the malfunction indicator lamp does not go off, contact any authorized  
Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional  
as soon as possible.  
When the tire pressure warning light comes on (vehicles with a tire pres-  
sure warning system)  
Carry out the following procedure after the tire temperature has lowered suffi-  
ciently.  
Check the tire inflation pressure and adjust it to the appropriate level.  
If the warning light does not go out after several minutes, check that the tire  
inflation pressure is at the specified level and carry out initialization.  
The warning light may come on again if the above operations are conducted  
without first allowing the tire temperature to lower sufficiently.  
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 temperature.  
In this case, adjusting the tire inflation pressure will turn off the warning light  
(after a few minutes).  
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When a tire is replaced with a spare tire (vehicles with a tire pressure  
warning system)  
The spare tire is not equipped with a tire pressure warning valve and trans-  
mitter. If a tire goes flat, the tire pressure warning light will not turn off even  
though the flat tire has been replaced with the spare tire. Replace the spare  
tire with the repaired tire and adjust the tire inflation pressure. The tire pres-  
sure warning light will go off after a few minutes.  
Conditions that the tire pressure warning system may not function prop-  
erly (vehicles with a tire pressure warning system)  
P. 486  
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If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking for 1  
minute (vehicles with a tire pressure warning system)  
X Vehicles without a smart entry & start system  
If the tire pressure warning light comes on after blinking for 1 minute fre-  
quently when the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position, have it  
checked by any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified  
and equipped professional.  
X Vehicles with a smart entry & start system  
If the tire pressure warning light comes on after blinking for 1 minute fre-  
quently when the engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode, have it  
checked by any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified  
and equipped professional.  
Warning buzzer  
In some cases, the buzzer may not be heard because of noisy place or an  
audio sound.  
If the engine oil change reminder light flashes (diesel engine)  
Repeated short trips and/or low-speed driving may cause the oil to degrade  
sooner than usual, regardless of the actual distance driven. If this happens,  
the engine oil change reminder will flash.  
Engine oil change reminder light comes on (diesel engine)  
Replace the engine oil filter when the engine oil change reminder light does  
not come on even if you have driven over 15000 km (9300 miles) after the  
engine oil was changed.  
There is a possibility that the engine oil change reminder light has been illumi-  
nated when you have driven less than 15000 km (9300 miles) based on a  
usage or driving condition.  
Electric power steering system warning light (warning buzzer)  
When the battery charge becomes insufficient or the voltage temporarily  
drops, the electric power steering system warning light may come on and the  
warning buzzer may sound.  
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WARNING  
If both the ABS and the brake system warning lights remain on  
Stop your vehicle in a safe place immediately and contact any authorized  
Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped profes-  
sional. The vehicle will become extremely unstable during braking, and the  
ABS system may fail, which could cause an accident resulting in death or  
serious injury.  
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.  
When driving to clean the DPF catalytic converter (diesel engine)  
When driving, pay sufficient attention to weather, road conditions, terrain  
and traffic conditions, and be sure to observe traffic laws and/or regulations.  
Failure to do so may cause an unexpected accident, resulting in death or  
serious injury.  
If the tire pressure warning light comes on (vehicles with a tire pres-  
sure 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 infla-  
tion pressure immediately.  
Vehicles with a spare tire: 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 a tire is flat, change it with the spare tire and have  
the flat tire repaired by the nearest authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or  
another duly qualified and equipped professional.  
Vehicles with an emergency tire puncture repair kit: 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 a tire is flat, repair the  
flat tire by using emergency tire puncture repair kit.  
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Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate, you  
could lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes.  
If a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur (vehicles with a tire  
pressure warning system)  
The tire pressure warning system may not activate immediately.  
550  
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency  
NOTICE  
To ensure the tire pressure warning system operates properly (vehi-  
cles with a tire pressure warning system)  
Do not install tires with different specifications or makers, as the tire pres-  
sure warning system may not operate properly.  
When the DPF system warning light comes on (diesel engine)  
If the DPF system warning light is left on without performing cleaning, after  
an additional 100 to 300 km (62 to 187 miles), the malfunction indicator  
lamp may come on. If this happens, have the vehicle inspected by any  
authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped  
professional immediately.  
If the fuel filter warning light comes on (diesel engine)  
Never drive the vehicle with the warning light on. Continued driving with  
water accumulated in the fuel filter will damage the fuel injection pump.  
551  
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency  
If a warning message is displayed (vehicles  
with a 2-ring meter)  
The multi-information display shows warnings of system mal-  
functions, incorrectly performed operations, and messages that  
indicate a need for maintenance. When a message is shown,  
perform the correction procedure appropriate to the message.  
Master warning light  
1
The master warning light also  
comes on or flashes in order to  
indicate that a message is cur-  
rently being displayed on the multi-  
information display.  
Multi-information display  
2
If any of the message or indicator comes on again after the following  
actions have been performed, contact any authorized Toyota dealer or  
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.  
Messages and warnings  
The warning lights and warning buzzers operate as follows depending  
on the content of the message. If a message indicates the need for  
inspection by a dealer, have the vehicle inspected by any authorized  
Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped pro-  
fessional immediately.  
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System  
warning Warning buzzer*  
light  
Warning  
Indicates an important situation,  
such as when a system related to  
driving is malfunctioning or that  
danger may result if the correction  
procedure is not performed  
Comes  
on  
Sounds  
552  
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency  
System  
warning Warning buzzer*  
light  
Warning  
Indicates an important situation,  
Sounds or does such as when the systems shown  
Comes  
on or  
flashes  
not sound  
Sounds  
on the multi-information display  
may be malfunctioning  
Indicates a situation, such as  
when damage to the vehicle or  
danger may result  
Flashes  
Indicates a condition, such as  
malfunction of electrical compo-  
nents, their condition, or indicates  
the need for maintenance  
Comes  
on  
Does not sound  
Indicates a situation, such as  
when an operation has been per-  
Does not sound formed incorrectly, or indicates  
how to perform an operation cor-  
rectly  
*: A buzzer sounds the first time a message is shown on the multi-informa-  
tion display  
If a message instructing to refer to the Owner’s Manual is dis-  
played  
If the following message is displayed, take the appropriate actions.  
• “DPF full. See owner’s manual.” (diesel engine)  
P. 555  
If the following message is displayed, there may be a malfunction.  
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact any autho-  
rized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and  
equipped professional.  
• “Brake effectiveness is reduced due to failure, please stop in a  
safe area and check manual.”  
553  
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency  
Other messages displayed on the multi-information display  
Take the appropriate actions as instructed in the message displayed.  
If any of the following messages are displayed, also refer to this  
Owner’s Manual.  
If “Check charging system.” is displayed  
Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system.  
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact any autho-  
rized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and  
equipped professional.  
If “Engine oil pressure low.” is displayed  
Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low.  
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact any autho-  
rized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and  
equipped professional.  
When “Headlight system malfunction. Visit your dealer.” is  
displayed on the multi-information display (if equipped)  
The following systems may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle  
inspected by any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another  
duly qualified and equipped professional immediately.  
The LED headlight system  
The automatic headlight leveling system  
Automatic High Beam  
If “Front sensor systems are temporarily unavailable due to  
inappropriate temp. Wait a moment.” or “Front sensor systems  
are temporarily unavailable due to blocked vision. Clean wind-  
shield.” is displayed (if equipped)  
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The following systems may be suspended until the problem shown  
in the message is resolved.  
PCS (Pre-Crash Safety system)  
LDA (Lane Departure Alert)  
Automatic High Beam  
RSA (Road Sign Assist)  
554  
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency  
If “Drain water from fuel filter.” is displayed (1ND-TV engine)  
Indicates that the amount of water that has accumulated in the fuel  
filter has reached a specified level.  
P. 479  
If “Engine oil low.” is displayed (if equipped)  
Indicates that the engine oil level may be low.  
Check the engine oil level and add oil if necessary.  
If “Oil Maintenance required soon.” is displayed (if equipped)  
Indicates that the engine oil is scheduled to be changed. (The indi-  
cator will not work properly unless the oil maintenance data has  
been reset.)  
Check the engine oil, and change if necessary. After changing the  
engine oil, the oil change system should be reset. (P. 470)  
If “Oil maintenance required.” is displayed (if equipped)  
Indicates that the engine oil should be changed. (After the engine  
oil is changed and the oil maintenance data has been reset.)  
Check and change the engine oil, and oil filter by any authorized  
Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped  
professional. After changing the engine oil, the oil change system  
should be reset. (P. 470)  
555  
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency  
If “DPF full. See owner’s manual.” is displayed (diesel engine)  
Indicates that the amount of accumulated deposits in the DPF cata-  
lytic converter has reached a specified level and it is necessary to  
clean the DPF catalytic converter. (Deposits may accumulate more  
quickly due to repeated short trips and/or frequent low-speed driv-  
ing.)  
To clean the DPF catalytic converter, drive the vehicle at a speed of  
65 km/h (40 mph) or higher for 20 to 30 minutes until the message  
is cleared*.  
If possible, do not turn off the engine until the message is cleared.  
If it is not possible to drive the vehicle at a speed of 65 km/h (40  
mph) or higher, or if the message is not cleared after driving for  
more than 30 minutes, have the vehicle inspected by any autho-  
rized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and  
equipped professional.  
*: This message may not be cleared if the engine oil change reminder is also  
displayed on the multi-information display. In this event, have the vehicle  
inspected by any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly  
qualified and equipped professional.  
If “DPF full, engine service required.” is displayed (1WW  
engine)  
Indicates that the automatic cleaning function may not be able to  
operate due to the amount of accumulated deposits in the DPF cat-  
alytic converter exceeding a specified level.  
Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota dealer or  
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional imme-  
diately.  
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556  
System warning light  
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency  
In the following situation, the master warning light will not come on or flash.  
Instead, a separate system warning light will come on along with a message  
displayed on the multi-information display.  
Malfunction of the brake system  
The brake system warning light will come on. (P. 539)  
Warning buzzer  
In some cases, the buzzer may not be heard because of noisy place or an  
audio sound.  
Engine oil change reminder message comes on (1ND-TV engine only)  
Replace the engine oil filter when the engine oil change reminder message  
does not come on even if you have driven over 15000 km (9300 miles) after  
the engine oil was changed.  
There is a possibility that the “Oil maintenance required.” message has been  
displayed when you have driven less than 15000 km (9300 miles) based on a  
usage or driving condition.  
WARNING  
When driving to clean the DPF catalytic converter (diesel engine)  
When driving, pay sufficient attention to weather, road conditions, terrain  
and traffic conditions, and be sure to observe traffic laws and/or regulations.  
Failure to do so may cause an unexpected accident, resulting in death or  
serious injury.  
NOTICE  
When the DPF system warning message comes on (diesel engine)  
If the DPF system warning message is left on without performing cleaning,  
after an additional 100 to 300 km (62 to 187 miles), the malfunction indicator  
lamp may come on. If this happens, have the vehicle inspected by any  
authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped  
professional immediately.  
If the fuel filter warning message comes on (diesel engine)  
Never drive the vehicle with the warning message is shown. Continued driv-  
ing with water accumulated in the fuel filter will damage the fuel injection  
pump.  
557  
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency  
If you have a flat tire (vehicles with a spare  
tire)  
Your vehicle is equipped with a spare tire. The flat tire can be  
replaced with the spare tire.  
For details about tires: P. 481  
WARNING  
If you have 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, which could result in an accident.  
Before jacking up the vehicle  
Stop the vehicle on a hard, flat surface.  
Set the parking brake.  
Shift the shift lever to P (Multidrive) or R (manual transmission).  
Stop the engine.  
Turn on the emergency flashers. (P. 528)  
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558  
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency  
Location of the spare tire, jack and tools  
X Vehicles with a compact spare tire  
Tool bag  
Towing eyelet  
1
2
3
4
5
6
Wheel nut wrench  
Jack handle  
Jack  
Spare tire  
559  
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency  
X Vehicles with a full-size spare tire  
Jack handle  
Jack  
1
2
3
4
5
Towing eyelet  
Wheel nut wrench  
Spare tire  
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560  
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency  
WARNING  
Using the tire jack  
Observe the following precautions.  
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 install-  
ing 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 replac-  
ing tires on this vehicle.  
Put the jack properly in its jack point.  
Do not put any part of your body under the vehicle while it is supported by  
the jack.  
Do not start the engine or drive the vehicle while the 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.  
When lowering the vehicle, make sure that there is no-one near the vehi-  
cle. If there are people nearby, warn them vocally before lowering.  
Taking out the jack  
1
Remove the deck mat. (P. 431)  
2
Take out the jack.  
For tightening  
1
For loosening  
2
561  
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency  
Taking out the spare tire  
1
Remove the deck mat and tray. (P. 431)  
X Vehicles with a compact spare X Vehicles with a full-size spare  
tire  
tire  
2
Loosen the center fastener that  
secures the spare tire.  
WARNING  
When storing the spare tire  
Be careful not to catch fingers or other body parts between the spare tire  
and the body of the vehicle.  
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562  
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency  
Replacing a flat tire  
1
Chock the tires.  
Flat tire  
Wheel chock positions  
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  
Front  
Rear  
2
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.  
3
Slightly loosen the wheel nuts  
(one turn).  
563  
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency  
4
Turn the tire jack portion “A” by  
hand until the notch of the jack  
is in contact with the jack point.  
The jack point guides are located  
under the rocker panel. They indi-  
cate the jack point positions.  
5
Raise the vehicle until the tire is slightly raised off the ground.  
X Vehicles with a compact spare X Vehicles with a full-size spare  
tire  
tire  
6
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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564  
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency  
WARNING  
Replacing a flat tire  
Do not touch the disc wheels or the area around the brakes immediately  
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.  
• Never use oil or grease on the wheel bolts or wheel nuts.  
Oil and grease may cause the wheel nuts to be excessively tightened,  
leading to bolt or disc wheel damage. In addition, the oil or grease can  
cause the wheel nuts to loosen and the wheel may fall off, causing a  
serious accident. Remove any oil or grease from the wheel bolts or  
wheel nuts.  
• Have the wheel nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 103 N•m  
(10.5 kgf•m, 76 ft•lbf) as soon as possible after changing wheels.  
• Do not attach a heavily damaged wheel ornament, as it may fly off the  
wheel while the vehicle is moving.  
• When installing a tire, only use wheel nuts that have been specifically  
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 any authorized  
Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped profes-  
sional.  
• When installing the wheel nuts, be sure to install them with the tapered  
ends facing inward. (P. 499)  
Installing the spare tire  
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, causing the tire to come  
off.  
565  
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency  
2
Install the tire and loosely tighten each wheel nut by hand by  
approximately the same amount.  
When replacing a steel wheel  
with a steel wheel (including a  
compact spare tire), tighten the  
wheel nuts until the tapered  
portion comes into loose con-  
tact with the disc wheel seat.  
Tapered portion  
Disc wheel  
seat  
When replacing an aluminum  
Tapered portion  
wheel with  
a
steel wheel  
(including a compact spare  
tire), tighten the wheel nuts until  
the tapered portion comes into  
loose contact with the disc  
wheel seat.  
Disc wheel seat  
3
Lower the vehicle.  
X Vehicles with a compact spare X Vehicles with a full-size spare  
tire tire  
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566  
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency  
4
Firmly tighten each wheel nut  
two or three times in the order  
shown in the illustration.  
Tightening torque:  
103 N•m (10.5 kgf•m, 76 ft•lbf)  
5
Stow the flat tire, tire jack and all tools.  
The full-size spare tire  
On vehicles with a tire pressure warning system, the full-size spare tire has  
a “Temporary use only” label on the outer surface of the wheel.  
Use the full-size spare tire temporarily, and only in an emergency.  
Make sure to check the tire inflation pressure of the full-size spare tire.  
(P. 623)  
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. 623)  
When the compact spare tire is equipped  
The vehicle becomes lower when driving with the compact spare tire com-  
pared to when driving with standard tires.  
When using the spare tire (vehicles with a tire pressure warning system)  
As the spare tire is not equipped with a tire pressure warning valve and trans-  
mitter, low inflation pressure of the spare tire will not be indicated by the tire  
pressure warning system. Also, if you replace the spare tire after the tire pres-  
sure warning light comes on, the light remains on.  
567  
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency  
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. Per-  
form the following steps and fit tire chains to the front tires:  
1
Replace a rear tire with the compact spare tire.  
Replace the flat front tire with the tire removed from the rear of the vehicle.  
Fit tire chains to the front tires.  
2
3
When reinstalling the wheel ornament (vehicles with steel wheels)  
Align the cutout of the wheel ornament  
with the valve stem as shown in the illus-  
tration.  
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568  
Certification for the jack  
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency  
569  
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency  
WARNING  
When using the full-size spare tire (vehicles with a tire pressure warn-  
ing system)  
Replace the full-size spare tire with a standard tire as soon as possible.  
Avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt steering, sudden braking and shifting  
operations that cause sudden engine braking.  
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 tires simultaneously.  
Replace the compact spare tire with a standard tire as soon as possible.  
Avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt steering, sudden braking and shifting  
operations that cause sudden engine braking.  
When the compact spare tire is attached  
The vehicle speed may not be correctly detected, and the following systems  
may not operate correctly:  
• ABS & Brake assist  
• VSC  
• Cruise control (if equipped)  
• EPS  
• TRC  
• Automatic High Beam  
(if equipped)  
• PCS (if equipped)  
• LDA (Lane departure alert)  
(if equipped)  
Speed limit when using the compact spare tire  
Do not drive at speeds in excess of 80 km/h (50 mph) 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 serious  
injury.  
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After using the tools and jack  
Before driving, make sure all the tools and jack are securely in place in their  
storage location to reduce the possibility of personal injury during a collision  
or sudden braking.  
570  
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency  
NOTICE  
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 com-  
pared 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 per-  
formance.  
When replacing the tires (vehicles with a tire pressure warning system)  
When removing or fitting the wheels, tires or the tire pressure warning valve  
and transmitter, contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another  
duly qualified and equipped professional 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 transmitters  
(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  
any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and  
equipped professional 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. 483)  
571  
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency  
If you have a flat tire (vehicles with an  
emergency tire puncture repair kit)  
Your vehicle is not equipped with a spare tire, but instead is equipped  
with an emergency tire puncture repair kit.  
A puncture caused by a nail or screw passing through the tire tread can  
be repaired temporarily using the emergency tire puncture repair kit.  
(The kit contains a bottle of sealant. The sealant can be used only once  
to temporarily repair one tire without removing the nail or screw from  
the tire.) Depending on the damage, this kit cannot be used to repair the  
tire. (P. 574)  
After temporarily repairing the tire with the kit, have the tire repaired or  
replaced by any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly  
qualified and equipped professional. Repairs conducted using the  
emergency tire puncture repair kit are only a temporary measure. Have  
the tire repaired and replaced as soon as possible.  
Before repairing the tire  
Stop the vehicle in a safe place on a hard, flat surface.  
Set the parking brake.  
Shift the shift lever to P (Multidrive) or N (manual transmission).  
Stop the engine.  
Turn on the emergency flashers. (P. 528)  
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572  
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency  
Location of the emergency tire puncture repair kit  
Wheel cap clip*  
Towing eyelet  
Emergency  
repair kit  
tire  
puncture  
1
2
3
*: Use of the wheel cap clip (if equipped) (P. 499)  
573  
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency  
Emergency tire puncture repair kit components  
Nozzle  
Air pressure gauge  
Pressure release button  
Power plug  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Hose  
Compressor switch  
Stickers  
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574  
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency  
Before performing emergency repair  
Check the degree of the tire dam-  
age.  
Do not remove the nail or screw  
from the tire. Removing the object  
may widen the opening and pre-  
vent emergency repair with the  
repair kit.  
Taking out the emergency tire puncture repair kit  
1
Remove the deck mat. (P. 431)  
2
Take out the emergency tire puncture repair kit. (P. 572)  
Emergency repair method  
1
Take out the repair kit.  
When taking out the bottle from the original bag, do not tear or discard the  
bag.  
2
Attach the 2 stickers as shown.  
Remove any dirt and moisture from  
the wheel before attaching the  
label. If it is impossible to attach  
the label, make sure to tell any  
authorized Toyota dealer or  
repairer, or other duly qualified and  
equipped professional when you  
have them repair and replace the  
tire that sealant is injected.  
575  
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency  
3
4
5
6
Remove the valve cap from the  
valve of the punctured tire.  
Remove the cap from the noz-  
zle.  
Connect the nozzle to the  
valve.  
Screw the end of the nozzle clock-  
wise as far as possible.  
The bottle should hang vertically  
without contacting the ground. If  
the bottle does not hang vertically,  
move the vehicle so that the tire  
valve is located properly.  
Remove the cap from the bot-  
tle.  
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576  
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency  
7
Pull the hose out from the com-  
pressor.  
8
Connect the bottle to the com-  
pressor.  
Screw the end of the nozzle clock-  
wise as far as possible.  
9
Make sure that the compressor  
switch is off.  
10  
Remove the power plug from  
the compressor.  
577  
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency  
11  
Connect the power plug to the  
power outlet socket. (P. 437)  
12  
Check the specified tire inflation pressure.  
Tire inflation pressure is specified on the label as shown. (P. 623)  
X Left-hand drive vehicles  
X Right-hand drive vehicles  
13  
14  
Start the vehicle’s engine.  
To inject the sealant and inflate  
the tire, turn the compressor  
switch on.  
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578  
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency  
15  
Inflate the tire until the specified  
air pressure is reached.  
The sealant will be injected  
1
and the pressure will surge  
and then gradually decrease.  
The air pressure gauge will  
2
display the actual tire infla-  
tion pressure about 1 minute  
(5 minutes at low tempera-  
ture) after the switch is  
turned on.  
Inflate the tire until the speci-  
3
fied air pressure.  
• If the tire inflation pressure is  
still lower than the specified  
point after inflation for 35 min-  
utes with the switch on, the tire  
is too damaged to be repaired.  
Turn the compressor switch off  
and contact any authorized  
Toyota dealer or repairer, or  
another duly qualified and  
equipped professional.  
• If the tire inflation pressure exceeds the specified air pressure, let out  
some air to adjust the tire inflation pressure. (P. 581, 623)  
579  
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency  
16  
Turn the compressor off.  
17  
18  
Disconnect the nozzle from the valve on the tire and then pull out  
the power plug from the power outlet socket.  
Some sealant may leak when the hose is removed.  
Press the button to release  
pressure from the bottle.  
19  
Attach the cap to the nozzle.  
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20  
21  
Install the valve cap onto the valve of the repaired tire.  
Disconnect the hose from the  
bottle and attach the cap to the  
bottle.  
Place the bottle in the original bag  
and zip it.  
580  
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency  
22  
Temporarily store the bottle and compressor in the luggage com-  
partment.  
23  
24  
To spread the liquid sealant evenly within the tire, immediately drive  
safely for about 5 km (3 miles) below 80 km/h (50 mph).  
After driving for about 5 km (3  
miles), stop your vehicle in a  
safe place on a hard, flat sur-  
face and connect the compres-  
sor.  
25  
Check the tire inflation pres-  
sure.  
If the tire inflation pressure is  
under 130 kPa (1.3 kgf/cm  
1
2
or bar, 19 psi): The puncture  
cannot be repaired. Contact  
any authorized Toyota dealer  
or repairer, or another duly  
qualified and equipped pro-  
fessional.  
2
If the tire inflation pressure is 130 kPa (1.3 kgf/cm or bar, 19 psi)  
2
26  
or higher, but less than the specified air pressure: Proceed to  
.
If the tire inflation pressure is the specified air pressure (P.  
3
27  
623): Proceed to  
.
26  
Turn the compressor switch on to inflate the tire until the specified  
air pressure is reached. Drive for about 5 km (3 miles) and then  
24  
perform  
.
27  
28  
Store the compressor in the luggage compartment.  
Taking precautions to avoid sudden braking, sudden acceleration  
and sharp turns, drive carefully at under 80 km/h (50 mph) to the  
nearest authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly quali-  
fied and equipped professional for tire repair or replacement.  
581  
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency  
In the following cases, the tire cannot be repaired with the emergency  
tire puncture repair kit. Contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer,  
or another duly qualified and equipped professional.  
When the tire is damaged due to driving without sufficient air pressure  
When there are any cracks or damage at any location on the tire, such as on  
the side wall, except the tread  
When the tire is visibly separated from the wheel  
When the cut or damage to the tread is 4 mm (0.16 in.) long or more  
When the wheel is damaged  
When two or more tires have been punctured  
When 2 or more sharp objects such as nails or screws have passed through  
the tread on a single tire  
When the sealant has expired  
If the tire is inflated to more than the specified air pressure  
1
Press the button to let some air out.  
2
Check that the air pressure indicator shows the specified air pressure.  
If the air pressure is under the designated pressure, turn the compressor  
switch on again and repeat the inflation procedure until the specified air  
pressure is reached.  
After a tire is repaired with the emergency tire puncture repair kit  
The tire pressure warning valve and transmitter should be replaced.  
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Even if the tire inflation pressure is at the recommended level, the tire pres-  
sure warning light may come on/flash.  
582  
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency  
Note for checking the emergency tire puncture repair kit  
Check the sealant expiry date occasionally.  
The expiry date is shown on the bottle. Do not use sealant whose expiry date  
has already passed. Otherwise, repairs conducted using the emergency tire  
puncture repair kit may not be performed properly.  
Emergency tire puncture repair kit  
The sealant stored in the emergency tire puncture repair kit can be used  
only once to temporarily repair a single tire. If the sealant has been used  
and needs to be replaced, purchase a new bottle at any authorized Toyota  
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional. The  
compressor is reusable.  
The sealant can be used when the outside temperature is from -30°C  
(-22°F) to 60°C (140°F).  
The repair kit is exclusively designed for size and type of tires originally  
installed on your vehicle. Do not use it for tires that a different size than the  
original ones, or for any other purposes.  
The sealant has a limited lifespan. The expiry date is marked on the bottle.  
The bottle of sealant should be replaced with a new bottle before the expiry  
date. Contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qual-  
ified and equipped professional for replacement.  
If the sealant gets on your clothes, it may stain.  
If the sealant adheres to a wheel or the surface of the vehicle body, the stain  
may not be removable if it is not cleaned at once. Immediately wipe away  
the sealant with a wet cloth.  
During operation of the repair kit, a loud operation noise is produced. This  
does not indicate a malfunction.  
Do not use to check or to adjust the tire pressure.  
583  
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency  
WARNING  
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.  
Driving with a flat tire may cause a circumferential groove on the side wall.  
In such a case, the tire may explode when using a repair kit.  
Caution while driving  
The repair kit is exclusively only for your vehicle.  
Do not use repair kit on other vehicles, which could lead to an accident  
causing death or serious injury.  
Do not use repair kit for tires that are different size than the original ones,  
or for any other purpose. If the tires have not been completely repaired, it  
could lead to an accident causing death or serious injury.  
Precautions for use of the sealant  
Ingesting the sealant is hazardous to your health. If you ingest sealant,  
consume as much water as possible, and then immediately consult a doc-  
tor.  
If sealant gets in eyes or adheres to skin, immediately wash it off with  
water. If discomfort persists, consult a doctor.  
When fixing the flat tire  
Stop your vehicle in a safe and flat area.  
Do not touch the wheels or the area around the brakes immediately after  
the vehicle has been driven.  
After the vehicle has been driven, the wheels and the area around the  
brakes may be extremely hot. Touching these areas with hands, feet or  
other body parts may result in burns.  
To avoid risk of burst or severe leakage, do not drop or damage the bottle.  
Visually inspect the bottle before use. Do not use a bottle with shock,  
crack, scratch, leakage or any other damage. In such case, immediately  
replace.  
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Connect the valve and hose securely with the wheel installed to the vehi-  
cle. If the hose is not properly connected to the valve, air leakage may  
occur and sealant may be sprayed out.  
If the hose comes off the valve while inflating the tire, there is a risk that  
the hose will move abruptly due to air pressure.  
584  
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency  
WARNING  
When fixing the flat tire  
After inflation of the tire has completed, the sealant may splatter when the  
hose is disconnected or some air is let out of the tire.  
Follow the operation procedure to repair the tire. If the procedures not fol-  
lowed, the sealant may spray out.  
Keep back from the tire while it is being repaired, as there is a chance of it  
bursting while the repair operation is being performed. If you notice any  
cracks or deformation of the tire, turn off the compressor switch and stop  
the repair operation immediately.  
The repair kit may overheat if operated for a long period of time. Do not  
operate the repair kit continuously for more than 40 minutes.  
Parts of the repair kit become hot during operation. Be careful when han-  
dling the repair kit during and after operation. Do not touch the metal part  
around the connecting area between the bottle and compressor. It will be  
extremely hot.  
Do not attach the vehicle speed warning sticker to an area other than the  
one indicated. If the sticker is attached to an area where an SRS airbag is  
located, such as the pad of the steering wheel, it may prevent the SRS air-  
bag from operating properly.  
Driving to spread the liquid sealant evenly  
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents.  
Failing to do so may result in a loss of vehicle control and cause death or  
serious injury.  
Drive the vehicle carefully at a low speed. Be especially careful when turn-  
ing and cornering.  
If the vehicle does not drive straight or you feel a pull through the steering  
wheel, stop the vehicle and check the following.  
• Tire condition. The tire may have separated from the wheel.  
• Tire inflation pressure. If the tire inflation pressure is 130 kPa (1.3  
kgf/cm2 or bar, 19 psi) or less, the tire may be severely damaged.  
585  
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency  
NOTICE  
When performing an emergency repair  
A tire should only be repaired with the emergency tire puncture repair kit if  
the damage is caused by a sharp object such as nail or screw passing  
through the tire tread.  
Do not remove the sharp object from the tire. Removing the object may  
widen the opening and disenable emergency repair with the repair kit.  
The repair kit is not waterproof. Make sure that the repair kit is not  
exposed to water, such as when it is being used in the rain.  
Do not put the repair kit directly onto dusty ground such as sand at the  
side of the road. If the repair kit vacuums up dust etc., a malfunction may  
occur.  
Do not turn the bottle upside down when using it, as doing so may cause  
damage to the compressor.  
Precautions for the emergency tire puncture repair kit  
The repair kit power source should be 12 V DC suitable for vehicle use. Do  
not connect the repair kit to any other source.  
If gasoline splatters on the repair kit, the repair kit may deteriorate. Take  
care not to allow gasoline to contact it.  
Place the repair kit in a storage to prevent it from being exposed to dirt or  
water.  
Store the repair kit in the tool tray under the deck mat out of reach of chil-  
dren.  
Do not disassemble or modify the repair kit. Do not subject parts such as  
the air pressure indicator to impacts. This may cause a malfunction.  
To avoid damage to the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters  
(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  
any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and  
equipped professional or other qualified service shop as soon as possible.  
After use of liquid sealant, make sure to replace the tire pressure warning  
valve and transmitter when repairing or replacing the tire. (P. 483)  
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586  
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency  
If the engine will not start  
If the engine will not start even though correct starting proce-  
dures are being followed (P. 209, 213), consider each of the fol-  
lowing 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 procedures.  
(P. 209, 213)  
There may be a malfunction in the engine immobilizer system.  
(P. 75)  
The starter motor turns over slowly, the interior lights and head-  
lights 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. 592)  
The battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.  
The starter motor does not turn over (vehicles with a smart entry  
& start system)  
The engine starting system may be malfunctioning due to an electrical  
problem such as electronic key battery depletion or a blown fuse.  
However, an interim measure is available to start the engine.  
(P. 587)  
587  
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency  
The starter motor does not turn over, the interior lights and head-  
lights 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. 592)  
There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system.  
Contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified  
and equipped professional if the problem cannot be repaired, or if repair  
procedures are unknown.  
Emergency start function (vehicles with a smart entry & start  
system)  
When the engine does not start, the following steps can be used as an  
interim measure to start the engine if the engine switch is functioning  
normally:  
1
Shift the shift lever to P (Multidrive) or N (manual transmission).  
2
Set the parking brake.  
3
Turn the engine switch to ACCESSORY mode.  
4
Press and hold the engine switch for about 15 seconds while  
depressing the brake pedal (Multidrive) or clutch pedal (manual  
transmission) firmly.  
Even if the engine can be started using the above steps, the system  
may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized  
Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped pro-  
fessional.  
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588  
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency  
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P  
(vehicles with a Multidrive)  
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 sys-  
tem to prevent accidental operation of the shift lever). Have the  
vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or  
another duly qualified and equipped professional immediately.  
The following steps may be used as an emergency measure to  
ensure that the shift lever can be shifted:  
1
Set the parking brake.  
2
Vehicles without a smart entry & start system: Turn the engine  
switch to the “ACC” position.  
Vehicles with a smart entry & start system: Turn the engine switch  
to ACCESSORY mode.  
3
Depress the brake pedal.  
4
Pry the cover up with a flathead  
screwdriver or equivalent tool.  
To prevent damage to the cover,  
cover the tip of the screwdriver with  
a rag.  
5
Press the shift lock override  
button.  
The shift lever can be shifted while  
the button is pressed.  
589  
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency  
If the electronic key does not operate properly  
(vehicles with a smart entry & start system)  
If communication between the electronic key and vehicle is  
interrupted (P. 149) or the electronic key cannot be used  
because the battery is depleted, the smart entry & start system,  
push button start and wireless remote control cannot be used. In  
such cases, the doors can be opened and the engine can be  
started by following the procedure below.  
Locking and unlocking the doors  
Use the mechanical key (P.  
124) in order to perform the fol-  
lowing operations:  
Locks all the doors  
1
2
Unlocks all the doors  
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590  
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency  
Starting the engine  
1
Multidrive: Ensure that the shift lever is in P and depress the brake  
pedal.  
Manual transmission: Shift the shift lever to N and depress the  
clutch pedal.  
2
Touch the Toyota emblem side  
of the electronic key to the  
engine switch.  
When the electronic key is  
detected, a buzzer sounds and the  
engine switch will turn to IGNITION  
ON mode.  
When the smart entry & start sys-  
tem is deactivated in customization  
setting, the engine switch will turn  
to ACCESSORY mode.  
3
Vehicles with a 3-ring meter: Firmly depress the brake pedal (Multi-  
drive) or clutch pedal (manual transmission) and check that the  
smart entry & start system indicator light (green) turns on.  
Vehicles with a 2-ring meter: Firmly depress the brake pedal (Multi-  
drive) or clutch pedal (manual transmission) and check that  
is shown on the multi-information display.  
4
Press the engine switch.  
In the event that the engine still cannot be started, contact any autho-  
rized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped  
professional.  
591  
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency  
Stopping the engine  
Shift the shift lever to P (Multidrive) or N (manual transmission) and press the  
engine switch as you normally do when stopping the engine.  
Replacing the key battery  
As the above procedure is a temporary measure, it is recommended that the  
electronic key battery be replaced immediately when the battery is depleted.  
(P. 503)  
Alarm (if equipped)  
Using the mechanical key to lock the doors will not set the alarm system.  
If a door is unlocked using the mechanical key when the alarm system is set,  
the alarm may be triggered.  
Changing engine switch modes  
Release the brake pedal (Multidrive) or clutch pedal (manual transmission)  
and press the engine switch in step  
3
above.  
The engine does not start and modes will be changed each time the switch is  
pressed. (P. 216)  
When the electronic key does not work properly  
Make sure that the smart entry & start system and push button start has not  
been deactivated in the customization setting. If it is off, turn the function on.  
(Customizable features P. 628)  
Check if battery-saving mode is set. If it is set, cancel the function.  
(P. 148)  
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592  
8-2. 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 any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or  
another duly qualified and equipped professional or a qualified  
repair shop.  
If you have a set of jumper (or booster) cables and a second vehicle  
with a 12-volt battery, you can jump start your vehicle by following the  
steps below.  
1
Vehicles with an alarm: Confirm  
that the key is being carried.  
When connecting the jumper (or  
booster) cables, depending on the  
situation, the alarm may activate  
and doors locked. (P. 89)  
2
Open the hood. (P. 457)  
3
Vehicles with 1ND-TV engine, remove the engine cover.  
Raise the front of the engine  
cover to detach it from the clips  
and then pull the cover to  
detach it from the brackets on  
the rear bar as shown in the  
illustration.  
4
Connect the jumper cables according to the following procedure:  
593  
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency  
X 1NR-FE engine  
X 8NR-FTS engine  
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594  
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency  
X 1ZR-FAE and 1WW engines  
X 1ND-TV engine  
Connect a positive jumper cable clamp to the positive (+) battery  
1
terminal on your vehicle.  
Connect the clamp on the other end of the positive cable to the  
2
positive (+) battery terminal on the second vehicle.  
Connect a negative cable clamp to the negative (-) battery termi-  
3
nal on the second vehicle.  
Connect the clamp at the other end of the negative cable to a  
4
solid, stationary, unpainted metallic point away from the battery  
and any moving parts, as shown in the illustration.  
595  
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency  
5
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.  
6
7
Vehicles with a smart entry & start system: Open and close any of  
the doors of your vehicle with the engine switch off.  
Vehicles without a smart entry & start system:  
Maintain the engine speed of the second vehicle and turn the  
engine switch to the “ON” position, then start the vehicle’s engine.  
Vehicles with a smart entry & start system:  
Maintain the engine speed of the second vehicle and turn the  
engine switch to IGNITION ON mode, then start the vehicle’s  
engine.  
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Once the vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper cables in  
the exact reverse order from which they were connected.  
Once the engine starts, have the vehicle inspected at any authorized  
Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped pro-  
fessional as soon as possible.  
Starting the engine when the battery is discharged  
The engine cannot be started by push-starting.  
To prevent battery discharge  
Turn off the headlights and audio system while the engine is stopped. (Vehi-  
cles with a Stop & Start system: except when the engine is stopped by the  
Stop & Start system.)  
Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is running  
at a low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic.  
8
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.)  
596  
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency  
When recharging or replacing the battery  
Vehicles with a smart entry & start system: In some cases, it may not be  
possible to unlock the doors using the smart entry & start system when the  
battery is discharged. Use the wireless remote control or the mechanical  
key to lock or unlock the doors.  
Vehicles with a smart entry & start system: The engine may not start on the  
first attempt after the battery has recharged but will start normally after the  
second attempt. This is not a malfunction.  
Vehicles with a smart entry & start system: The engine switch mode is mem-  
orized by the vehicle. When the battery is reconnected, the system will  
return to the mode it was in before the battery was discharged. Before dis-  
connecting the battery, turn the engine switch off.  
If you are unsure what mode the engine switch was in before the battery dis-  
charged, be especially careful when reconnecting the battery.  
Vehicles with Stop & Start system:  
After charging the battery or reconnecting the battery terminals, the Stop &  
Start system may not automatically stop the engine for approximately 5 to  
40 minutes.  
When exchanging the battery (vehicles with Stop & Start system)  
Use a battery specified for use with the Stop & Start system and equivalent to  
a genuine battery. If an unsupported battery is used, Stop & Start system  
functions may be restricted to protect the battery.  
Also, battery performance may decrease and the engine may not be able to  
restart. Contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly  
qualified and equipped professional for details.  
WARNING  
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 other end of the jumper cable connected to the “+” termi-  
nal to come into contact with any other parts or metal surfaces in the area,  
such as brackets or unpainted metal.  
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.  
597  
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency  
WARNING  
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.  
NOTICE  
When handling jumper cables  
When connecting the jumper cables, ensure that they do not become entan-  
gled in the cooling fans or engine drive belt.  
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598  
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency  
If your vehicle overheats  
The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating.  
Vehicles with a 3-ring meter: The high engine coolant temperature  
warning light (P. 539) comes on or a loss of engine power is  
experienced (for example, the vehicle speed does not increase).  
Vehicles with a 2-ring meter: The engine coolant temperature  
gauge (P. 98) enters the red zone or a loss of engine power is  
experienced (for example, the vehicle speed does not increase).  
Steam comes out from under the hood.  
Correction procedures  
1
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air conditioning sys-  
tem, and then stop the engine.  
2
If you see steam:  
Carefully lift the hood after the steam subsides.  
If you do not see steam:  
Carefully lift the hood.  
X Except 8NR-FTS and 1WW engines  
3
After the engine has cooled  
down sufficiently, inspect the  
hoses and radiator core (radia-  
tor) for any leaks.  
Radiator  
1
Cooling fan  
2
If a large amount of coolant  
leaks, immediately contact any  
authorized Toyota dealer or  
repairer, or another duly quali-  
fied and equipped professional.  
599  
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency  
X 8NR-FTS and 1WW engines  
3
After the engine has cooled  
down sufficiently, inspect the  
hoses and radiator core (radia-  
tor) for any leaks.  
Radiator  
1
Cooling fans  
2
If a large amount of coolant  
leaks, immediately contact any  
authorized Toyota dealer or  
repairer, or another duly quali-  
fied and equipped professional.  
4
The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the “FULL” and  
“LOW” lines on the reservoir.  
Reservoir  
1
“FULL”  
2
“LOW”  
3
X Except 8NR-FTS and 1WW X 8NR-FTS engine  
engines  
8
X 1WW engine  
600  
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency  
5
Add coolant if necessary.  
Water can be used in an emergency if coolant is unavailable.  
X Except 8NR-FTS engine  
X 8NR-FTS engine  
6
Start the engine and turn the air conditioning system on to check  
that the radiator cooling fan operates and to check for coolant leaks  
from the radiator or hoses.  
The fan operates when the air conditioning system is turned on immedi-  
ately after a cold start. Confirm that the fan is operating by checking the fan  
sound and air flow. If it is difficult to check these, turn the air conditioning  
system on and off repeatedly. (The fan may not operate in freezing temper-  
atures.)  
7
If the fan is not operating:  
Stop the engine immediately and contact any authorized Toyota  
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped profes-  
sional.  
If the fan is operating:  
Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest authorized Toyota dealer  
or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.  
601  
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency  
WARNING  
When inspecting under the hood of your vehicle  
Observe the following precautions.  
Failure to do so may result in serious injury such as burns.  
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.  
Keep hands and clothing (especially a tie, a scarf or a muffler) away from  
the fan and belts. Failure to do so may cause the hands or clothing to be  
caught, resulting in serious injury.  
Do not loosen the coolant reservoir cap while the engine and radiator are  
hot.  
High temperature steam or coolant could spray out.  
NOTICE  
When adding coolant  
Add coolant slowly after the engine has cooled down sufficiently. Adding  
cool coolant to a hot engine too quickly can cause damage to the engine.  
To prevent damage to the cooling system  
Observe the following precautions:  
Avoid contaminating the coolant with foreign matter (such as sand or dust  
etc.).  
Do not use any coolant additive.  
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602  
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency  
If you run out of fuel and the engine stalls  
(1ND-TV engine only)  
If you run out of fuel and the engine dies:  
1
Refuel your vehicle.  
2
Operate the priming pump until  
you feel more resistance to  
bleed the fuel system.  
3
Start the engine. (P. 209, 213)  
If the engine does not start after the above steps have been performed,  
wait for 10 seconds and try step 2 and 3 again. If the engine still does not  
start, contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly  
qualified and equipped professional.  
After starting the engine, depress the accelerator pedal lightly until the  
engine runs smoothly.  
NOTICE  
When restarting the engine  
Do not crank the engine before refueling and operating the priming pump.  
This may damage the engine and fuel system.  
Vehicles without a smart entry & start system: Do not crank for more than  
30 seconds at a time. This may overheat the starter and wiring system.  
603  
8-2. 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:  
1
Stop the engine. Shift the shift lever to P (Multidrive) or N (manual  
transmission), and set the parking brake.  
2
3
Remove the mud, snow or sand from around the front wheels.  
Place wood, stones or some other material under the front wheels  
to help provide traction.  
4
5
Restart the engine.  
Shift the shift lever to D or R (Multidrive) or 1 or R (manual trans-  
mission) and release the parking brake. Then, while exercising cau-  
tion, depress the accelerator pedal.  
When it is difficult to free the vehicle  
X Vehicles with a 3-ring meter  
Press  
to turn off TRC.  
X Vehicles with a 2-ring meter  
Press to turn off TRC.  
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604  
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency  
WARNING  
When attempting to free a stuck vehicle  
If you choose to push the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the  
surrounding 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  
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 the transmission and other components  
Avoid spinning the front 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.