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Do-it-yourself service precautions  
If you perform maintenance yourself, be sure to follow the correct  
procedure given in these sections.  
Items  
Parts and tools  
• Warm water  
• Baking soda  
(P. 405) • Grease  
Battery condition  
• Conventional wrench  
(for terminal clamp bolts)  
• FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE  
J1703 brake fluid  
Brake fluid level  
(P. 402) • Rag or paper towel  
• Funnel (used only for adding  
brake fluid)  
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”  
or similar high quality ethylene  
glycol based non-silicate, non-  
amine, non-nitrite and non-borate  
coolant with long-life hybrid  
organic acid technology.  
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For the U.S.A.:  
“Toyota Super Long Life Cool-  
ant” is pre-mixed with 50 % cool-  
ant and 50 % deionized water.  
For Canada:  
Engine coolant level  
(P. 400)  
“Toyota Super Long Life Cool-  
ant” is pre-mixed with 55 % cool-  
ant and 45 % deionized water.  
• Funnel (used only for adding cool-  
ant)  
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Items  
Parts and tools  
• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or  
equivalent  
• Rag or paper towel, funnel (used  
only for adding engine oil)  
Engine oil level  
(P. 396)  
• Fuse with same amperage rating  
as original  
Fuses  
(P. 431)  
Headlight aim  
(P. 440) • Phillips-head screwdriver  
• Automatic transmission fluid  
DEXRON® II or III  
Power steering fluid level  
(P. 403)  
• Rag or paper towel  
• Clean funnel  
Radiator and condenser  
(P. 401)  
• Tire pressure gauge  
• Compressed air source  
Tire inflation pressure (P. 418)  
• Water washer fluid containing anti-  
freeze (for winter use)  
• Funnel  
Washer fluid  
(P. 408)  
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CAUTION  
The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may  
move suddenly, become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death  
or serious injury, observe the following precautions.  
■When working on the engine compartment  
●Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from the moving fan and engine  
drive belt.  
●Be careful not to touch the engine, radiator, exhaust manifold, etc. right  
after driving as they may be hot. Oil and other fluids may also be hot.  
●Do not leave anything that may burn easily, such as paper or rags, in the  
engine compartment.  
●Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel or the bat-  
tery. Fuel and battery fumes are flammable.  
●Be extremely cautious when working on the battery. It contains poisonous  
and corrosive sulfuric acid.  
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CAUTION  
■When working near the electric cooling fan or radiator grille  
Vehicles with smart key system  
Be sure the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is turned OFF. With the  
“ENGINE START STOP” switch in IGNITION ON mode, the electric cooling  
fan may automatically start to run if the air conditioning is on and/or the cool-  
ant temperature is high. (P. 401)  
Vehicles without smart key system  
Be sure the engine switch is OFF. With the engine switch in the “ON” posi-  
tion, the electric cooling fan may automatically start to run if the air condition-  
ing is on and/or the coolant temperature is high. (P. 401)  
■Safety glasses  
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or falling material, fluid spray, etc. from  
getting in the eyes.  
NOTICE  
■If you remove the air cleaner filter  
Driving with the air cleaner filter removed may cause excessive engine wear  
due to dirt in the air. Also a backfire could cause a fire in the engine compart-  
ment.  
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Hood  
Release the lock from the inside of the vehicle to open the hood.  
Pull the hood lock release  
lever.  
STEP  
1
The hood will pop up slightly.  
Lift the hood catch and lift the  
hood.  
STEP  
2
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CAUTION  
■Pre-driving check  
Check that the hood is fully closed and locked.  
If the hood is not locked properly it may open while the vehicle is in motion  
and cause an accident, which may result in death or serious injury.  
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Positioning a floor jack  
When raising your vehicle with a floor jack, position the jack cor-  
rectly. Improper placement may damage your vehicle or cause injury.  
Front  
Rear  
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CAUTION  
■When raising your vehicle  
Make sure to observe the following to reduce the possibility of death or seri-  
ous injury.  
●Lift up the vehicle using a floor jack  
such as the one shown in the illustra-  
tion.  
●When using a floor jack, follow the instructions of the manual provided with  
the jack.  
●Do not use the jack that was supplied with your vehicle.  
●Do not put any part of your body or get underneath the vehicle supported  
only by the jack.  
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●Always use floor jack and/or automotive jack stands or a solid, flat, level  
surface.  
●Do not start the engine while the vehicle is supported by the floor jack.  
●Stop the vehicle on level firm ground, firmly set the parking brake and put  
the shift lever in “P”.  
●Make sure to set the floor jack properly at the jack point.  
Raising the vehicle with an improperly positioned floor jack will damage  
the vehicle and may cause the vehicle to fall off the floor jack.  
●Do not raise the vehicle while someone is in the vehicle.  
●When raising the vehicle, do not place any objects on top of or underneath  
the floor jack.  
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Engine compartment  
Engine coolant reservoir  
Brake fluid reservoir  
(P. 402)  
(P. 400)  
Power steering fluid  
Fuse box  
Battery  
(P. 431)  
(P. 405)  
(P. 401)  
reservoir  
(P. 403)  
(P. 397)  
Engine oil filler cap  
Radiator  
Electric cooling fans  
Engine oil level dipstick  
(P. 396)  
Condenser  
(P. 401)  
Washer fluid tank  
(P. 408)  
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Engine compartment cover  
■ Removing the cover  
■ Installing the clips  
Open  
Insert  
Press  
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Engine oil  
With the engine at operating temperature and turned off, check the oil  
level on the dipstick.  
■ Checking the engine oil  
STEP  
1
Park the vehicle on level ground. After turning off the engine,  
wait more than five minutes for the oil to drain back into the  
bottom of the engine.  
Hold a rag under the end and  
pull the dipstick out.  
STEP  
2
STEP  
STEP  
STEP  
3
4
5
Wipe the dipstick clean.  
Reinsert the dipstick fully.  
Holding a rag under the end, pull the dipstick out and check  
the oil level.  
STEP  
6
Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it fully.  
Low  
Full  
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■ Adding engine oil  
If the oil level is below or near  
the low level mark, add engine  
oil of the same type as already in  
the engine.  
Make sure to check the oil type and prepare the items needed before  
adding oil.  
Engine oil  
P. 508  
selection  
Oil quantity  
1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 Imp.qt.)  
(Low Full)  
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Items  
Clean funnel  
STEP  
STEP  
STEP  
1
2
3
Remove the oil filler cap.  
Add engine oil slowly, checking the dipstick.  
Install the filler cap, turning it clockwise.  
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■Engine oil consumption  
●The amount of engine oil consumed depends on the oil viscosity, the  
quality of the oil and the way the vehicle is driven.  
●More oil is consumed under driving conditions such as high speeds, fre-  
quent acceleration and deceleration.  
●A new engine consumes more oil.  
●When judging the amount of oil consumption, keep in mind that the oil  
may have become diluted, making it difficult to judge the true level accu-  
rately.  
●Oil consumption: Max. 1.1 qt./600 miles, 0.9 lmp.qt./600 miles (1.0 L per  
1000 km). If the vehicle consumes more than this amount, contact your  
Toyota dealer.  
■After changing the engine oil (U.S.A.only)  
The oil change system should be reset. Perform the following procedures:  
STEP  
STEP  
STEP  
1
2
3
Switch the display to the odometer. (P. 165)  
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch or the engine switch OFF.  
Vehicles with smart key system: While pressing the trip meter reset  
button, turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to IGNITION ON  
mode. Continue to press and hold the button until the trip meter dis-  
plays 000000.  
Vehicles without smart key system: While pressing the trip meter  
reset button, turn the engine switch to the “ON” position. Continue  
to press and hold the button until the trip meter displays 000000.  
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CAUTION  
■Used engine oil  
●Used engine oil contains potentially harmful contaminants which may  
cause skin disorders such as inflammation or skin cancer, so care should  
be taken to avoid prolonged and repeated contact. To remove used engine  
oil from your skin, wash thoroughly with soap and water.  
●Dispose of used oil and filters only in a safe and acceptable manner. Do  
not dispose of used oil and filters in household trash, in sewers or onto the  
ground.  
Call your Toyota dealer, service station or auto parts store for information  
concerning recycling or disposal.  
●Do not leave used engine oil within the reach of children.  
NOTICE  
■To prevent serious engine damage  
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Check the oil level on regular basis.  
■When replacing the engine oil  
●Be careful not to spill engine oil on the vehicle components.  
●Avoid overfilling, or the engine could be damaged.  
●Check the oil level on the dipstick every time you refill the vehicle.  
●Be sure the engine oil filler cap is properly tightened.  
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Engine coolant  
The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the “F” and “L” lines on  
the reservoir when the engine is cold.  
Reservoir cap  
Full  
Low  
If the level is on or below the “L”  
line, add coolant up to the “F” line.  
■If the coolant level drops within a short time after replenishing  
Visually check the radiator, hoses, coolant reservoir cap, radiator cap, drain  
cock and water pump.  
If you cannot find a leak, have your Toyota dealer pressure test the cap and  
check for leaks in the cooling system.  
■Coolant selection  
Only use “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or similar high quality ethylene  
glycol based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-borate coolant  
with long-life hybrid organic acid technology.  
U.S.A.: “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mixture of 50 % coolant and  
50 % deionized water. (Enabled: -31 F [-35 C])  
Canada: “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mixture of 55 % coolant  
and 45 % deionized water. (Enabled: -44 F [-42 C])  
For more details about coolant, contact your Toyota dealer.  
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CAUTION  
■When the engine is hot  
Do not remove the radiator cap.  
The cooling system may be under pressure and may spray hot coolant if the  
cap is removed, causing burns or other injuries.  
NOTICE  
■When adding the coolant  
Coolant is neither plain water nor straight antifreeze. The correct mixture of  
water and anti freeze must be used to provide proper lubrication, corrosion  
protection and cooling. Be sure to read the antifreeze or coolant label.  
■If you spill coolant  
Be sure to wash it off with water to prevent it from damaging to parts or paint.  
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Radiator and condenser  
Check the radiator and condenser and clear any foreign objects.  
If either of the above parts are extremely dirty or you are not sure of  
their condition, have your vehicle checked by your Toyota dealer.  
CAUTION  
■When the engine is hot  
Do not touch the radiator or condenser, as they may be hot and you may be  
burned.  
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Brake fluid  
■ Checking fluid level  
The brake fluid level should be  
between the “MAX” and “MIN”  
lines on the tank.  
Make sure to check the fluid type and prepare the necessary items.  
■ Adding fluid  
Fluid type  
Items  
FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703 brake fluid  
Clean funnel  
■Brake fluid can absorb moisture from the air  
Excess moisture in the fluid can cause a dangerous loss of braking effi-  
ciency. Use only newly opened brake fluid.  
CAUTION  
■When filling the reservoir  
Take care because brake fluid can harm your hands or eyes and damage  
painted surfaces.  
If fluid gets in your eyes, flush your eyes with clean water immediately.  
If you still experience discomfort, see a doctor.  
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NOTICE  
■If the fluid level is low or high  
It is normal for the brake fluid level to go down slightly as the brake pads  
wear or when the fluid level in the accumulator is high.  
If the reservoir needs frequent refilling, it may indicate a serious problem.  
Power steering fluid  
■ Fluid level  
The fluid level should be within the appropriate range.  
Full (when hot)  
Add fluid (when hot)  
Full (when cold)  
Add fluid (when cold)  
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Hot: The vehicles has been driven around 50 mph (80 km/h) for 20  
minutes, or slightly longer in frigid temperatures. (Fluid tem-  
perature, 140 F - 175 F [60 C - 80 C]).  
Cold: The engine has not been run for about 5 hours. (Room tem-  
perature, 50 F - 85 F [10 C - 30 C]).  
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■ Checking the fluid level  
Make sure to check the fluid type and prepare the necessary items.  
Automatic transmission fluid DEXRON® II or III  
Fluid type  
Items  
Rag or paper, clean funnel (only for adding fluid)  
STEP  
STEP  
STEP  
STEP  
STEP  
1
2
3
4
5
Clean all dirt off the reservoir.  
Remove the cap by turning it counterclockwise.  
Wipe the dipstick clean.  
Reinstall and remove the reservoir cap again.  
Check the fluid level.  
CAUTION  
■When checking the reservoir  
Take care, as the reservoir may be hot.  
NOTICE  
■When adding fluid  
Avoid overfilling, or the power steering may be damaged.  
■After replacing the reservoir cap  
Check the steering box case, vane pump and hose connections for leaks or  
damage.  
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Battery  
Check the battery as follows.  
■ Battery exterior  
Make sure that the battery terminals are not corroded and that  
there are no loose connections, cracks, or loose clamps.  
Terminals  
Hold-down clamp  
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■Before recharging  
When recharging, the battery produces hydrogen gas which is flammable  
and explosive. Therefore, before recharging:  
●If recharging with the battery installed on the vehicle, be sure to discon-  
nect the ground cable.  
●Make sure the power switch on the charger is off when connecting and  
disconnecting the charger cables to the battery.  
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CAUTION  
■Chemicals in the battery  
A battery contains poisonous and corrosive sulfuric acid and may produce  
hydrogen gas which is flammable and explosive. To reduce the risk of death  
or serious injury, take the following precautions while working on or near bat-  
tery:  
●Do not cause sparks by touching the battery terminals with tools.  
●Do not smoke or light a match near the battery.  
●Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothes.  
●Never inhale or swallow electrolyte.  
●Wear protective safety glasses when working near the battery.  
●Keep children away from the battery.  
■Where to safety charge the battery  
Always charge the battery in an open area. Do not charge the battery in a  
garage or closed room where there is not sufficient ventilation.  
■How to recharge the battery  
Only perform a slow charge (5A or less). The battery may explode if charged  
at a quicker rate.  
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CAUTION  
■Emergency measures regarding electrolyte  
●If electrolyte gets in your eyes  
Flush your eyes with clean water for at least 15 minutes and get immedi-  
ate medical attention. If possible, continue to apply water with a sponge or  
cloth while traveling to the nearest medical facility.  
●If electrolyte gets on your skin  
Wash the affected area thoroughly. If you feel pain or a burning sensation,  
seek medical attention immediately.  
●If electrolyte gets on your clothes  
It can soak through clothing on to your skin. Immediately take off the cloth-  
ing and follow the procedure above if necessary.  
●If you accidentally swallow electrolyte  
Drink a large quantity of water or milk. Get emergency medical attention  
immediately.  
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NOTICE  
■When recharging the battery  
Never recharge the battery while the engine is running. Also, be sure all  
accessories are turned off.  
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Washer fluid  
If any washer does not work or  
the low washer fluid warning light  
comes on, the washer tank may  
be empty. Add washer fluid.  
CAUTION  
■When refilling the washer fluid  
Do not refill the washer fluid when the engine is hot or running, as the  
washer fluid contains alcohol and may catch fire if spilled on the engine etc.  
NOTICE  
■Do not use any fluid other than washer fluid  
Do not use soapy water or engine antifreeze instead of washer fluid.  
Doing so may cause streaking on the vehicle’s painted surfaces.  
■Diluting washer fluid  
Dilute washer fluid with water as necessary.  
Refer to the freezing temperatures listed on the washer fluid tank.  
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Tires  
Replace or rotate tires in accordance with maintenance sched-  
ules and treadwear.  
■ Checking tires  
New tread  
Treadwear indicator  
Worn tread  
The location of treadwear  
indicators is shown by the  
“TWI” or “” marks, etc.,  
molded on the sidewall of  
each tire.  
Check spare tire condition  
and inflation pressure if not  
rotated.  
■ Tire rotation  
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Rotate the tires in the order  
shown.  
To equalize tire wear and  
extend tire life, Toyota recom-  
mends that tire rotation is  
carried out at the same inter-  
val as tire inspection.  
Front  
Do not fail to initialize the tire  
pressure warning system  
after tire rotation.  
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■ The tire pressure warning system  
Your Toyota is equipped with a tire pressure warning system that  
uses tire pressure warning valves and transmitters to detect low  
tire inflation pressure before serious problems arise. (P. 468)  
Installing tire pressure warning valves and transmitters  
When replacing tires or wheels, tire pressure warning valves and  
transmitters must also be installed.  
When new tire pressure warning valves and transmitters are  
installed, new tire pressure warning valve and transmitter ID codes  
must be registered in the tire pressure warning computer and tire  
pressure warning system must be initialized. Have tire pressure  
warning valve and transmitter ID codes registered by your Toyota  
dealer.  
Initializing the tire pressure warning system  
■ The tire pressure warning system must be initialized in the fol-  
lowing circumstances:  
● When rotating the tires on vehicles differing with front and rear  
tire inflation pressures.  
● When changing the tire inflation pressure by changing traveling  
speed or load weight, etc.  
● When changing the tire size.  
When the tire pressure warning system is initialized, the current  
tire inflation pressure is set as the pressure benchmark.  
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■ How to initialize the tire pressure warning system  
STEP  
1
Park the vehicle in safe place and turn the “ENGINE START  
STOP” switch or the engine switch OFF.  
While the vehicle is moving, initialization is not performed.  
STEP  
2
Adjust the tire inflation pressure to the specified cold tire infla-  
tion pressure level. (P. 512)  
Make sure to adjust the tire pressure to the specified cold tire  
inflation pressure level. The tire pressure warning system will  
operate based on this pressure level.  
STEP  
STEP  
3
4
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to IGNITION ON  
mode (vehicles with smart key system) or the engine switch to  
the “ON” position (vehicles without smart key system).  
Push and hold the tire pressure  
warning reset switch until the tire  
pressure warning light blinks  
slowly 3 times.  
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STEP  
5
Vehicles with smart key system: Wait for a few minutes with  
the “ENGINE START STOP” switch in IGNITION ON mode,  
and then turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch OFF.  
Vehicles without smart key system: Wait for a few minutes  
with the engine switch in the “ON” position, and then turn the  
engine switch to the “LOCK” position.  
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Registering ID codes  
The tire pressure warning valve and transmitter is equipped with a  
unique ID code.  
When replacing a tire pressure warning valve and transmitter, it is  
necessary to register the ID code of tire pressure warning valve and  
transmitter. Have the ID code registered by your Toyota dealer.  
■When to replace your vehicle’s tires  
Tires should be replaced if:  
●You have tire damage such as cuts, splits, cracks deep enough to  
expose the fabric or bulges indicating internal damage  
●A tire goes flat repeatedly or cannot be properly repaired due to the  
size or location of a cut or other damage  
If you are not sure, consult with your Toyota dealer.  
■Replacing tires and wheels  
If the ID code of the tire pressure warning valve and transmitter is not  
registered, the tire pressure warning system will not work properly. After  
about 20 minutes, the tire pressure warning light comes on after blinking  
for 1 minute to indicate a system malfunction.  
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■Tire life  
Any tire over 6 years old must be checked by a qualified technician even  
if they have seldom or never been used or damage is not obvious.  
■If the tread wears down below 0.16 in. (4 mm) on snow tires  
The effectiveness of snow tires is lost.  
■Maximum load of tire  
Check that the maximum load of the replacement tire is greater than 1/2  
of the Gross Axle Weight Ratings (GAWR) of either the front axle or the  
rear axle, whichever is greater.  
For the GAWR, see the Certification  
Label. For the maximum load of the  
tire, see the load limit at maximum cold  
tire inflation pressure mentioned on the  
sidewall of the tire. (P. 517)  
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■Tire types  
1 Summer tires  
Summer tires are high-speed performance tires best suited to highway  
driving under dry conditions. Since summer tires do not have the same  
traction performance as snow tires, summer tires are inadequate for  
driving on snow-covered or icy roads. For driving on snow-covered  
roads or icy roads, the use of snow tires is recommended. When  
installing snow tires, be sure to replace all four tires.  
2 All season tires  
All season tires are designed to provide better traction in snow and to  
be adequate for driving in most winter conditions, as well as for use  
year round. All season tires, however, do not have adequate traction  
performance compared with snow tires in heavy or loose snow. Also,  
all season tires fall short in acceleration and handling performance  
compared with summer tires in highway driving.  
3 Snow tires  
For driving on snow-covered roads or icy roads, we recommend using  
snow tires. If you need snow tires, select tires of the same size, con-  
struction and load capacity as the originally installed tires. Since your  
vehicle has radial tires as original equipment, make sure your snow  
tires also have radial construction. Do not install studded tires without  
first checking local regulations for possible restriction. Snow tires  
should be installed on all wheels. (P. 207)  
■Initializing the tire pressure warning system  
Initialize the tire pressure warning system with the tire inflation pressure  
adjusted to the specified level.  
■If you push the tire pressure warning reset switch accidentally  
If initialization is performed, adjust the tire inflation pressure to the speci-  
fied level and initialize the tire pressure warning system again.  
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■When the initialization of the tire pressure warning system has  
failed  
Initialization can be completed in a few minutes. However, in the follow-  
ing cases, the settings have not been recorded and the system will not  
operate properly. If repeated attempts to record tire inflation pressure  
settings are unsuccessful, have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota  
dealer.  
●When operating the tire pressure warning reset switch, the tire pres-  
sure warning light does not flash 3 times.  
●After carrying out the initialization procedure, the tire pressure warn-  
ing light blinks for 1 minute then stays on after driving for about 20  
minutes.  
■Routine tire inflation pressure checks  
The tire pressure warning system does not replace routine tire inflation  
pressure checks. Make sure to check tire inflation pressure as part of  
your routine of daily vehicle checks.  
■Tire pressure warning system certification  
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FCC ID: PAXPMV107J  
FCC ID: HYQ13BCX  
IC ID: 3729A-PMV107J  
IC ID: 1551A-13BCX  
For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.  
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject  
to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful  
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,  
including interference that may cause undesired operation.  
FCC WARNING:  
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsi-  
ble for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equip-  
ment.  
For vehicles sold in Canada  
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may  
not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference,  
including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.  
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CAUTION  
■When inspecting or replacing tires  
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents. Failure to do so  
may cause damage to parts of the drive train, as well as dangerous han-  
dling characteristics, which may lead to fatal injury or accidents.  
●Do not mix tires of different makes, models or tread patterns.  
Also, do not mix tires of remarkably different treadwear.  
●Do not use tire sizes other than those recommended by Toyota.  
●Do not mix differently constructed tires (radial, bias-belted or bias-ply  
tires).  
●Do not mix summer, all season and winter tires.  
●Do not use tires that have been used on another vehicle.  
Do not use tires if you do not know how they were used previously.  
■When initializing the tire pressure warning system  
Do not push the tire pressure warning reset switch without first adjusting  
the tire inflation pressure to the specified level. Otherwise, the tire pres-  
sure warning light may not come on even if the tire inflation pressure is  
low, or it may come on when the tire inflation pressure is actually normal.  
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NOTICE  
■Repairing or replacing tires, wheels, tire pressure warning valves  
and transmitters and tire valve caps  
●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 cor-  
rectly.  
●When replacing tire valve caps, do not use tire valve caps other than  
those specified. The cap may become stuck.  
■To avoid damaging the tire pressure warning valves and transmit-  
ters  
Do not use liquid sealants on flat tire.  
■Driving on rough roads  
Take particular care when driving on roads with loose surfaces or pot-  
holes.  
These conditions may cause losses in tire inflation pressure, reducing  
the cushioning ability of the tires. In addition driving on rough roads may  
cause damage to the tires themselves, as well as the vehicle’s wheels  
and body.  
4
■If tire inflation pressures become low while driving  
Do not continue driving, or your tires and/or wheels may be ruined.  
417  
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Tire inflation pressure  
■ Tire inflation pressure  
The recommended cold tire inflation pressure and tire size is dis-  
played on the tire and loading information label. (P. 512)  
418  
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance  
■ Inspection and adjustment procedure  
Tire valve  
Tire pressure gauge  
STEP  
STEP  
STEP  
STEP  
1
2
3
4
Remove the tire valve cap.  
Press the tip of the tire pressure gauge onto the tire valve.  
Read the pressure using the graduations of the gauge.  
If the tire inflation pressure is not within the recommended  
levels, adjust tire pressure.  
If you add too much air, press the center of the valve to  
lower.  
4
STEP  
STEP  
5
6
After completing the tire inflation pressure measurement  
and adjustment, apply soapy water to the valve and check  
for leakage.  
Reinstall the tire valve cap.  
419  
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.
■Tire inflation pressure check interval  
You should check tire inflation pressure every two weeks, or at least  
once a month.  
Do not forget to check the spare.  
■Effects of incorrect tire inflation pressure  
Driving with incorrect tire inflation pressure may result in the following:  
●Reduced fuel efficiency  
●Reduced driving comfort and tire life  
●Reduced safety  
●Damage to the drive train  
If a tire needs frequent refilling, have it checked by your Toyota dealer.  
■Instructions for checking tire inflation pressure  
When checking tire inflation pressure, observe the following:  
●Check only when the tires are cold.  
If your vehicle has been parked for at least 3 hours and has not been  
driven for more than 1 mile or 1.5 km, you will get an accurate cold  
tire inflation pressure reading.  
●Always use a tire pressure gauge.  
The appearance of the tire can be misleading. In addition, tire infla-  
tion pressures that are even just a few pounds off can degrade ride  
and handling.  
●Do not bleed or reduce tire inflation pressure after driving. It is normal  
for the tire inflation pressure to be higher after driving.  
●Never exceed the vehicle capacity weight.  
Passengers and luggage weight should be placed so that the vehicle  
is balanced.  
420  
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance  
CAUTION  
■Proper inflation is critical to save tire performance  
Keep your tires properly inflated. Otherwise, the following conditions  
may occur and result in an accident causing death or serious injury.  
●Excessive wear  
●Uneven wear  
●Poor handling  
●Possibility of blowouts resulting from overheated tires  
●Poor sealing of the tire bead  
●Wheel deformation and/or tire separation  
●A greater possibility of tire damage from road hazards  
NOTICE  
4
■When inspecting and adjusting tire inflation pressure  
Be sure to reinstall the tire valve caps.  
Without the valve caps, dirt or moisture could get into the valve and  
cause air leakage, which could result in an accident. If the caps have  
been lost, replace them as soon as possible.  
421  
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance  
Wheels  
If a wheel is bent, cracked or heavily corroded, it should be  
replaced.  
Otherwise, the tire may separate from the wheel or cause loss of  
handling control.  
■ Wheel selection  
When replacing wheels, care should be taken to ensure that  
they are equivalent to those removed in load capacity, diameter,  
rim width, and inset*.  
Replacement wheels are available at your Toyota dealer.  
*: Conventionally referred to as “offset”.  
Toyota does not recommend using:  
● Wheels of different sizes or types  
● Used wheels  
● Bent wheels that have been straightened  
■ Aluminum wheel precautions  
● Use only Toyota wheel nuts and wrenches designed for use  
with your aluminum wheels.  
● When rotating, repairing or changing your tires, check that the  
wheel nuts are still tight after driving 1000 miles (1600 km).  
● Be careful not to damage the aluminum wheels when using  
tire chains.  
● Use only Toyota genuine balance weights or equivalent and a  
plastic or rubber hammer when balancing your wheels.  
422  
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance  
■When replacing wheels  
The wheels of your Toyota are equipped with tire pressure warning  
valves and transmitters that allow the tire pressure warning system to  
provide advanced warning in the event of a loss in tire inflation pressure.  
Whenever wheels are replaced, the tire pressure warning valves and  
transmitters must be installed. (P. 410)  
CAUTION  
■When replacing wheels  
●Do not use wheels that are a different size from those recommended in  
the Owner’s Manual, as this may result in loss of handling control.  
●Never use an inner tube in a leaking wheel which is designed for a  
tubeless tire. Doing so may result in an accident, causing death or seri-  
ous injury.  
4
NOTICE  
■Replacing tire pressure warning valves and transmitters  
●Because tire repair or replacement may affect the tire pressure warn-  
ing valves and transmitters, make sure to have tires serviced by your  
Toyota dealer or other qualified service shop. In addition, make sure to  
purchase your tire pressure warning valves and transmitters at your  
Toyota dealer.  
●Ensure that only genuine Toyota wheels are used on your vehicle.  
Tire pressure warning valves and transmitters may not work properly  
with non-genuine wheels.  
423  
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance  
Air conditioning filter  
The air conditioning filter must be cleaned or changed regularly to  
maintain air conditioning efficiency.  
■ Removal method  
STEP  
1
Set the air conditioning system to recirculated mode.  
The air conditioning filter case cannot be removed with the sys-  
tem in the outside air mode.  
STEP  
STEP  
2
3
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch or the engine  
switch OFF.  
Open the glove box. Remove  
the screw with a Phillips-head  
screwdriver and slide off the  
damper.  
Push in each side of the glove  
box to disconnect the claws.  
STEP  
4
424  
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Remove the filter cover while  
pushing in both ends of the  
cover.  
STEP  
5
Pull the filter out of the filter  
outlet.  
STEP  
6
4
■ Cleaning method  
If the filter is dirty, clean by  
blowing  
compressed  
air  
through the filter from the  
downward side.  
Hold the air gun 2 in. (5cm)  
from the filter and blow for  
approximately 2 minutes at 72  
psi (500 kPa, 5.0 kgf/cm2 or  
bar).  
If it is not available, have the  
filter cleaned by your Toyota  
dealer.  
425  
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance  
■ Replacement method  
Remove the air conditioning  
filter from the filter case and  
replace it with a new one.  
The “UP” marks shown on  
the filter and the filter case  
should be pointing up.  
■Checking interval  
Inspect, clean and replace the air conditioning filter according to the mainte-  
nance schedule. In dusty areas or areas with heavy traffic flow, more fre-  
quent cleaning or early replacement may be required. (For scheduled  
maintenance information, refer to the “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or  
“Owner’s Manual Supplement”.)  
■If air flow from the vents decreases dramatically  
The filter may be clogged. Check the filter and replace if necessary.  
NOTICE  
■To prevent damage to the system  
●When using the air conditioning system, make sure that a filter is always  
installed.  
●When cleaning the filter, do not clean the with water.  
426  
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance  
Key battery  
Replace the battery with a new one if it is discharged.  
■ You will need the following items:  
● Flathead screwdriver (To prevent damage to the key, cover  
the tip of the screwdriver with rag.)  
● Small Phillips-head screwdriver  
● Lithium battery CR1632 (vehicles with smart key system),  
CR2016 (vehicles without smart key system)  
■ Replacing the battery (vehicles with smart key system)  
Take out the mechanical key.  
STEP  
1
4
Remove the cover.  
STEP  
2
427  
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance  
Remove the depleted battery.  
STEP  
3
Insert a new battery with the  
“+” terminal facing up.  
■ Replacing the battery (vehicles without smart key system)  
Remove the cover.  
STEP  
1
Remove the module.  
STEP  
2
428  
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance  
Open the case cover using a  
coin protected with tape etc.  
and remove the depleted bat-  
tery.  
STEP  
3
Insert a new battery with the  
“+” terminal facing up.  
■If the key battery is discharged  
The following symptoms may occur.  
●The smart key system and wireless remote control will not function prop-  
erly.  
4
●The operational range is reduced.  
■Use a CR1632 (vehicles with smart key system), or CR2016 (vehicles  
without smart key system) lithium battery  
●Batteries can be purchased at your Toyota dealer, jewelers, or camera  
stores.  
●Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by a  
Toyota dealer.  
●Dispose of used batteries according to the local laws.  
CAUTION  
■Removed battery and other parts  
Keep away from children.  
These parts are small and if swallowed by a child they can cause choking.  
429  
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance  
NOTICE  
■For normal operation after replacing the battery  
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents.  
●Always work with dry hands.  
Moisture may cause the battery to rust.  
●Do not touch or move any other components inside the remote control.  
●Do not bend the battery terminals.  
430  
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance  
Checking and replacing fuses  
If any of the electrical components do not operate, a fuse may have  
blown. If this happens, check and replace the fuses as necessary.  
STEP  
1
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch or the engine  
switch OFF.  
STEP  
2
Open the fuse box cover.  
Engine compartment  
Push the tab in and lift the lid  
off.  
4
Driver’s side instrument panel  
Remove the lid.  
STEP  
3
After a system failure, see “Fuse layout and amperage rat-  
ings” (P. 433) for details about which fuse to check.  
431  
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance  
Remove the fuse with the pull-  
out tool.  
STEP  
4
STEP  
5
Check if the fuse has blown.  
Type A  
Normal fuse  
Blown fuse  
Replace it with one of an  
appropriate amperage rating.  
The amperage rating can be  
found on the fuse box lid.  
Type B  
Normal fuse  
Blown fuse  
Replace it with one of an  
appropriate amperage rating.  
The amperage rating can be  
found on the fuse box lid.  
432  
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance  
Fuse layout and amperage ratings  
■ Engine compartment  
Fuse  
Ampere  
50 A  
Circuit  
Rear window defogger, outside  
4
1
RR DEF  
rear view mirror defogger  
Anti-lock brake system, vehicle  
stability control system  
2
3
4
ABS/VSC No.2  
RDI FAN  
30 A  
50 A  
50 A  
Electric cooling fan  
Anti-lock brake system, vehicle  
stability control system  
ABS/VSC No.1  
5
6
7
HEATER  
ST/AM2  
MAIN  
50 A  
30 A  
40 A  
Air conditioning system  
Starter system  
Headlights  
Charging system, RR DEF, ABS/  
VSC No.2, HEATER, ABS/VSC  
No.1, RDI FAN, WASHER,  
S-HORN  
140 A  
or  
120 A  
8
ALT  
433  
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance  
Fuse  
Ampere  
Circuit  
Electronic controlled transmission  
system, multiport fuel injection  
system/sequential multiport fuel  
injection system  
9
STOP No.3  
7.5 A  
15 A  
Multiport fuel injection system/  
sequential multiport fuel injection  
system  
10 INJ  
11 AM2  
7.5 A  
25 A  
7.5 A  
Starter system  
12 DOOR No.1  
13 ALT-S  
Multiplex communication system  
Charging system  
Multiport fuel injection system/  
sequential multiport fuel injection  
system  
14 ETCS  
15 IG2  
10 A  
25 A  
Multiport fuel injection system/  
sequential multiport fuel injection  
system, electronic controlled  
transmission system  
16 TURN/HAZ  
17 AMP  
15 A  
30 A  
Turn signal lights  
Audio system  
Smart key system, electronic con-  
trolled transmission system  
18 EFI No.3  
7.5 A  
19 STR LOCK  
20 STOP No.1  
15 A  
15 A  
Steering lock system  
Multiplex communication system  
434  
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance  
Fuse  
Ampere  
25 A  
Circuit  
Multiport fuel injection system/  
sequential multiport fuel injection  
system, fuel pump  
21 EFI No.1  
22 HORN  
10 A  
15 A  
15 A  
25 A  
20 A  
7.5 A  
Horn  
23 HEAD LH UPR  
24 HEAD RH UPR  
25 A/F  
Left-hand headlight (high beam)  
Right-hand headlight (high beam)  
Air fuel ratio sensor  
Windshield washer  
Horn  
26 WASHER  
27 S-HORN  
Gauges and meters, clock, front  
personal lights, door courtesy  
lights, garage door opener, rear  
personal lights, trunk light  
28 DOME  
7.5 A  
Center display, multiplex  
communication system  
4
29 ECU-B  
10 A  
15 A  
Audio system, center display,  
navigation system  
30 RAD No.1  
Multiport fuel injection system/  
sequential multiport fuel injection  
system  
31 EFI No.2  
10 A  
Stop lights, high mounted  
32 STOP No.2  
7.5 A  
stoplight, vehicle stability control  
system, anti-lock brake system  
33 HEAD RH LWR  
34 HEAD LH LWR  
15 A  
15 A  
Right-hand headlight (low beam)  
Left-hand headlight (low beam)  
435  
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance  
■ Driver’s side instrument panel  
Fuse  
Ampere  
20 A  
Circuit  
1
2
RR DOOR  
RL DOOR  
Power window  
Power window  
20 A  
Power window, driving position  
memory system  
3
FR DOOR  
20 A  
4
5
6
FOG  
15 A  
7.5 A  
7.5 A  
Front fog lights  
OBD  
On-board diagnosis system  
Multiplex communication system  
MPX-B  
Power window, driving position  
memory system  
7
8
FL DOOR  
20 A  
FUEL OPN  
7.5 A  
Fuel filler door opener  
Multiport fuel injection system/  
sequential multiport fuel injection  
system, starting system, ignition  
system  
9
AM1  
7.5 A  
10 A/C  
7.5 A  
20 A  
25 A  
30 A  
Air conditioning system  
Air conditioning system  
Multiplex communication system  
Moon roof  
11 S-HTR  
12 DOOR No.2  
13 S/ROOF  
436  
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance  
Fuse  
14 TAIL  
Ampere  
10 A  
Circuit  
Parking lights, license plate lights,  
tail lights, front and rear side  
marker lights  
Seat heaters, navigation system,  
emergency flashers,  
electronically controlled  
15 PANEL  
7.5 A  
10 A  
automatic transmission system,  
glove box light, instrument panel  
lights, power outlets  
Center display, shift lock control  
system, moon roof, multiplex  
communication system, tire pres-  
sure monitoring (warning) system  
16 ECU IG No.1  
Anti-lock brake system, automatic  
headlight leveling system, vehicle  
stability control system, multiplex  
communication system  
17 ECU IG No.2  
18 HTR  
10 A  
Air conditioning system,  
instrument panel lights, electric  
cooling fan  
4
7.5 A  
19 A/C COMP  
7.5 A  
10 A  
Air conditioning system  
Back-up lights, navigation  
system, emergency flashers  
20 GAUGE No.1  
21 WIP  
30 A  
10 A  
Windshield wipers  
Rear sunshade  
22 RR S/SHADE  
437  
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance  
Fuse  
Ampere  
Circuit  
Multiport fuel injection system/  
sequential multiport fuel injection  
system, SRS airbag system, front  
passenger occupant  
23 IGN  
10 A  
classification system, smart key  
system, starting system, electronic  
controlled transmission system  
Gauges and meters, center  
display  
24 GAUGE No.2  
25 ECU-ACC  
7.5 A  
7.5 A  
Power rear view mirrors, center  
display, shift lock system,  
multiplex communication system  
26 CIG  
15 A  
15 A  
7.5 A  
27 PWR OUTLET  
28 RADIO No.2  
Power outlets  
Audio system, navigation system  
Outside rear view mirror  
defoggers  
29 MIR HTR  
10 A  
438  
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance  
■After a fuse is replaced  
●If the lights do not turn on even after the fuse has been replaced, a bulb  
may need replacement. (P. 442)  
●If the replaced fuse blows again, have the vehicle inspected by your  
Toyota dealer.  
■If there is an overload in the circuits  
The fuses are designed to blow before the entire wiring harness is damaged.  
CAUTION  
■To prevent system breakdowns and vehicle fire  
Observe the following precautions.  
Failing to do so may cause damage, and possibly a fire or injury.  
●Never use a fuse of a higher amperage rating than indicated, or use any  
other object in place of a fuse.  
4
●Always use a genuine Toyota fuse or equivalent.  
Never replace a fuse with a wire, even as a temporary fix.  
This can cause extensive damage or even fire.  
●Do not modify fuses or the fuse box.  
NOTICE  
■Before replacing fuses  
Have the cause of electrical overload determined and repaired by your  
Toyota dealer.  
439  
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance  
Headlight aim (with discharge headlights)  
■ Vertical movement bolts  
Adjustment bolt A  
Adjustment bolt B  
■ Before checking the headlight aim  
STEP  
1
Make sure the vehicle has a full tank of gas and the area  
around the headlight is not deformed.  
STEP  
STEP  
STEP  
2
3
4
Park the vehicle on level ground.  
Sit in the driver’s seat.  
Bounce the vehicle several times.  
440  
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance  
■ Adjusting the headlight aim  
Turn bolt A in either direction  
using a Phillips-head screw-  
driver.  
STEP  
1
Remember the turning direc-  
tion and the number of turns.  
Turn bolt B the same number  
of turns and in the same direc-  
tion as step 1 using a Phillips-  
head screwdriver.  
STEP  
2
If you feel that there is a large  
deviation, have the headlight  
4
aim adjusted at  
dealer.  
a
Toyota  
441  
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance  
Light bulbs  
You may replace the following bulbs yourself. The difficulty level of  
replacement varies depending on the bulb. If necessary bulb  
replacement seems difficult to perform, contact your Toyota dealer.  
For more information about replacing other light bulbs, contact your  
Toyota dealer.  
■ Prepare a replacement light bulb.  
Check the wattage of the light bulb being replaced. (P. 513)  
■ Remove the engine compartment cover  
P. 395  
■ Front bulb locations  
Front side marker light  
Headlight low beam  
Auxiliary light  
Front turn signal/parking light  
Headlight high beam  
Front fog light  
442  
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance  
■ Rear bulb locations  
Stop light  
License plate light  
Rear side marker light  
Rear turn signal light  
Back-up light  
Replacing light bulbs  
4
■ Headlight low beams (halogen bulb)  
Turn the bulb base counterclock-  
wise.  
STEP  
1
Unplug the connector while pull-  
ing the lock release.  
STEP  
2
443  
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance  
■ Headlight high beams  
Turn the cover counterclockwise  
and remove it.  
STEP  
STEP  
STEP  
1
2
3
Turn the bulb base counterclock-  
wise.  
Unplug the connector while pull-  
ing the lock release.  
444  
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance  
■ Front fog lights  
Remove the fender liner clip.  
STEP  
1
Partly remove the fender liner  
and unplug the connector while  
depressing the lock release.  
STEP  
2
4
Turn the bulb base counterclock-  
wise.  
STEP  
3
445  
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance  
■ Front turn signal/parking lights  
Remove the fender liner clip.  
STEP  
STEP  
STEP  
1
2
3
Partly remove the fender liner  
and turn the bulb base counter-  
clockwise.  
Remove the light bulb.  
446  
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance  
■ Front side marker lights  
Remove the fender liner clip.  
STEP  
STEP  
STEP  
1
2
3
Partly remove the fender liner  
and turn the bulb base counter-  
clockwise.  
4
Remove the light bulb.  
447  
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance  
■ Auxiliary lights  
Turn the bulb base counterclock-  
wise.  
STEP  
1
Remove the light bulb.  
STEP  
2
448  
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance  
■ Rear turn signal lights, stop lights and rear side marker lights  
Open the trunk and remove the  
cover as follows.  
STEP  
STEP  
STEP  
1
2
3
Turn the bulb bases counter-  
clockwise and remove (upper  
and lower), or squeeze bulb  
base and remove (center).  
4
Remove the light bulb.  
Stop light  
Rear side marker light  
Rear turn signal light  
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449  
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance  
■ Back-up lights  
Open the trunk and remove the  
trunk panel cover.  
STEP  
STEP  
STEP  
1
2
3
Turn the bulb base counterclock-  
wise.  
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Remove the light bulb.  
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450  
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance  
■ License plate light  
Remove the cover.  
STEP  
1
To prevent damaging the vehicle,  
wrap the flathead screwdriver  
with a tape.  
Remove the light bulb.  
STEP  
2
4
451  
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance  
■ Bulbs other than the above  
If any of the bulbs listed below has burnt out, have your Toyota  
dealer replace it.  
● Headlights (discharge bulb)  
● Side turn signal lights  
● Tail lights  
● High mounted stoplight  
■Condensation build-up on the inside of the lens  
Contact your Toyota dealer for more information in the following situations.  
Temporary condensation build-up on the inside of the headlight lens does  
not indicate a malfunction.  
●Large drops of water are built up on the inside of the lens.  
●Water has built up inside the headlight.  
■LED light bulbs  
The side turn signal lights, tail lights and high mounted stoplights consist of a  
number of LEDs. If any of the LEDs burn out, take your vehicle to your  
Toyota dealer to have the light replaced.  
If two or more LEDs in a stoplight burn out, your vehicle may not conform to  
local laws (SAE).  
■High-intensity discharge (HID) headlights (if equipped)  
If voltage to the high-intensity discharge bulbs is insufficient, the light may  
not come on, or may go out temporarily. The high-intensity discharge bulbs  
will come on when normal power is restored.  
452  
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance  
CAUTION  
■Replacing light bulbs  
●Turn off the headlights. Do not attempt to replace the bulb immediately  
after turning off the headlights.  
The bulbs become very hot and may cause burns.  
●Do not touch the glass portion of the light bulb with bare hands. Hold the  
bulb by the plastic or metal portion.  
If the bulb is scratched or dropped it may blow out or crack.  
●Fully install light bulbs and any parts used to secure them. Failing to do so  
may result in heat damage, fire, or water entering the headlight unit. This  
may damage the headlights or cause condensation to build up on the lens.  
●Do not take apart or repair the low beam discharge headlight bulbs, con-  
nectors, power supply circuits, or related components.  
Doing so could result in electric shock and death or serious injury.  
4
453  
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance  
CAUTION  
■High-intensity discharge (HID) headlights (if equipped)  
●Contact your Toyota dealer before replacing high-intensity discharge  
headlights (including light bulbs).  
●Do not touch the high-intensity discharge headlight’s high voltage socket  
when the headlights are turned on. An extremely high voltage of 20000V  
will be discharged and could result in serious injury or death by electric  
shock.  
●Low beam metal back cover may be  
very hot after operation of engine and/  
or low beams. To avoid potential burn,  
do not touch metal back cover under  
these conditions.  
When replacing the high beam lights  
and parking lights, take care as you will  
probably touch the low beam metal  
back cover.  
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■To prevent damage or fire  
Make sure bulbs are fully seated and locked.  
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