Maintenance and care -> Do-it-yourself maintenance for Your Toyota Aygo SUV First Generation (2005-2014)

4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance  
Do-it-yourself service precautions  
If you perform maintenance by yourself, be sure to follow the correct  
procedures as given in these sections.  
Items  
Parts and tools  
• Warm water  
• Baking soda  
(P. 266) • Grease  
Battery condition  
• Conventional wrench  
(for terminal clamp bolts)  
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”  
or a similar high quality ethylene  
glycol-based non-silicate, non-  
amine, non-nitrite and non-borate  
coolant with long-life hybrid  
organic acid technology. “Toyota  
Super Long Life Coolant” is pre-  
mixed with 50% coolant and 50%  
deionized water.  
Engine coolant level  
(P. 264)  
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• Funnel (used only for adding cool-  
ant)  
• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or  
equivalent  
Engine oil level  
Fuses  
P. 261) • Rag or paper towel  
• Funnel (used only for adding  
engine oil)  
• Fuse with same amperage rating  
as original  
(P. 282)  
• Bulb with same number and watt-  
age rating as original  
Light bulbs  
(P. 292) • Phillips-head screwdriver  
• Flathead screwdriver  
• Wrench  
Radiator and condenser  
(P. 266)  
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Items  
Tire inflation pressure (P. 275)  
Parts and tools  
• Tire pressure gauge  
• Compressed air source  
• Water or washer fluid containing  
antifreeze (for winter use)  
• Funnel (used only for adding  
water or washer fluid)  
Washer fluid  
CAUTION  
(P. 269)  
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 and 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.  
Take care because brake fluid can harm your hands or eyes and damage  
painted surfaces. If fluid gets on your hands or in your eyes, flush the  
affected area with clean water immediately.  
If you still experience discomfort, consult a doctor.  
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CAUTION  
When working near the electric cooling fan or radiator grille  
Be sure the engine switch is off.  
With the engine switch on, the electric cooling fan may automatically start to  
run if the air conditioning is on and/or the coolant temperature is high.  
(P. 266)  
Safety glasses  
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or falling material, fluid spray, etc. from  
getting in your 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.  
If the fluid level is low or high  
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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.  
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Hood  
Release the lock from the inside of the vehicle to open the hood.  
Left-hand drive vehicles  
Pull the hood lock release  
lever.  
The hood will pop up slightly.  
Right-hand drive vehicles  
Pull the hood lock release  
lever.  
The hood will pop up slightly.  
Pull up the auxiliary catch  
lever and lift the hood.  
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Removing the support rod  
Hold the support protector  
area, and remove the support  
rod from the clip as shown in  
the illustration.  
Protector  
Move the support rod as  
shown in the illustration.  
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Hold the hood open by insert-  
ing the supporting rod into the  
slot.  
To insert the support rod into  
the slot, move it as shown in  
the illustration. If it is moved to  
the side or toward the outside  
of the vehicle, it may become  
detached.  
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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.  
After installing the support rod into the slot  
Make sure the rod supports the hood securely from falling down on to your  
head or body.  
When detaching the support rod from the clip  
Take care to prevent hands or arms from being hit against the inside of the  
engine hood. Failure to do so may result in serious injury.  
Hold the support protector area to prevent scalding.  
NOTICE  
When closing the hood  
Be sure to return the support rod to its clip before closing the hood. Closing  
the hood with the support rod up could cause the hood to bend.  
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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 precautions to reduce the possibility of  
death or serious 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 underneath the vehicle when it is sup-  
ported only by the floor jack.  
Always use floor jack and/or automotive jack stands on 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 shift  
the shift lever to E, M or R (vehicles with a multi-mode manual transmis-  
sion) or R (vehicles with a manual transmission).  
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 jack the vehicle at the front  
under cover and the rear suspension.  
The front under cover and the rear sus-  
pension may be damaged.  
Front under  
cover  
Rear  
suspension  
Front  
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CAUTION  
Do not raise the vehicle while someone is in the vehicle.  
When raising the vehicle, do not place any object on top of or underneath  
the floor jack.  
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Engine compartment  
Washer fluid tank (P. 269)  
Battery  
Engine coolant reservoir  
(P. 264)  
(P. 266)  
Electric cooling fan  
Radiator (P. 266)  
(P. 266)  
Engine oil level dipstick  
(P. 261)  
Engine oil filler cap  
Condenser  
(P. 262)  
Fuse box  
(P. 282)  
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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  
Park the vehicle on level ground. After warming up the engine  
and turning it off, wait more than 5 minutes for the oil to drain  
back into the bottom of the engine.  
Holding a rag under the end, pull  
the dipstick out.  
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Wipe the dipstick clean.  
Reinsert the dipstick fully.  
Holding a rag under the end, pull the dipstick out and check  
the oil level.  
Low  
Normal  
Excessive  
The shape of the dipstick may  
differ depending on the type of  
vehicle or engine.  
Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it fully.  
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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 that already in the engine.  
Make sure to check the oil type and prepare the items needed before  
adding oil.  
Engine oil selection P. 349  
Oil quantity  
1.5 L (1.6 qt., 1.3 Imp.qt.)  
(Low Full)  
Item  
Clean funnel  
Remove the oil filler cap by turning it counterclockwise.  
Add engine oil slowly, checking the dipstick.  
Install the oil filler cap by turning it clockwise.  
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Engine oil consumption  
A certain amount of engine oil will be consumed while driving. In the follow-  
ing situations, oil consumption may increase, and engine oil may need to be  
refilled in between oil maintenance intervals.  
When the engine is new, for example directly after purchasing the vehicle  
or after replacing the engine  
If low quality oil or oil of an inappropriate viscosity is used  
When driving at high engine speeds or with a heavy load, or when driving  
while accelerating or decelerating frequently  
When leaving the engine idling for a long time, or when driving frequently  
through heavy traffic  
CAUTION  
Used engine oil  
Used engine oil contains potentially harmful contaminants which may  
cause skin disorders such as inflammation and 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.  
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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 any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly  
qualified and equipped professional, service station or auto parts store for  
information concerning recycling or disposal.  
Do not leave used engine oil within the reach of children.  
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NOTICE  
To prevent serious engine damage  
Check the oil level on a 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.  
Engine coolant  
The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the “F” (Full) and “L”  
(Low) lines on the reservoir when the engine is cold.  
Type A  
Reservoir cap  
“F” line  
“L” line  
If the level is on or below the “L”  
line, add coolant up to the “F” line.  
Type B  
Reservoir cap  
“F” line  
“L” line  
If the level is on or below the “L”  
line, add coolant up to the “F” line.  
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Coolant selection  
Only use “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or a similar high quality ethylene  
glycol based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-borate coolant  
with long-life hybrid organic acid technology.  
Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mixture of 50% coolant and 50%  
deionized water. (Minimum temperature: -35C [-31F])  
For more details about engine coolant, contact any authorized Toyota dealer  
or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.  
If the coolant level drops within a short time of replenishing  
Visually check the radiator, hoses, engine coolant reservoir cap, drain cock  
and water pump.  
If you cannot find a leak, have any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or  
another duly qualified and equipped professional, test the cap and check for  
leaks in the cooling system.  
CAUTION  
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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 serious injuries, such as burns.  
NOTICE  
When adding coolant  
Coolant is neither plain water nor straight antifreeze. The correct mixture of  
water and antifreeze 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 parts or paint.  
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Radiator and condenser  
Check the radiator and condenser and clear away any foreign  
objects.  
If either of the above parts are extremely dirty or you are not sure of  
their condition, have your vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota  
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped profes-  
sional.  
CAUTION  
When the engine is hot  
Do not touch the radiator or condenser as they may be hot and cause seri-  
ous injuries, such as burns.  
Battery  
Check the battery as follows.  
Caution symbols  
The meanings of each caution symbol on the top of the battery are as  
follows:  
No smoking, no naked  
Battery acid  
flames, no sparks  
Note operating  
Shield eyes  
instructions  
Keep away from chil-  
Explosive gas  
dren  
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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  
Checking battery fluid  
Check the battery condition by indicator color.  
Green: Good condition  
Dark: Charging is necessary.  
Have the vehicle inspected by  
any authorized Toyota dealer  
or repairer, or another duly  
qualified and equipped profes-  
sional.  
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White: Not working properly.  
Have the vehicle inspected by  
any authorized Toyota dealer  
or repairer, or another duly  
qualified and equipped profes-  
sional.  
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Before recharging  
When recharging, the battery produces hydrogen gas which is flammable  
and explosive. Therefore, observe the following 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.  
CAUTION  
Chemicals in the battery  
Batteries contain 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 the  
battery:  
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 safely 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 insufficient ventilation.  
How to recharge the battery  
Only perform a slow charge (5 A 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 burning, get 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.  
Washer fluid  
If any washer does not work, the  
washer tank may be empty. Add  
washer fluid.  
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CAUTION  
When adding washer fluid  
Do not add washer fluid when the engine is hot or running as 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 label of the washer fluid bot-  
tle.  
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Clutch pedal (vehicles with a manual transmission)  
Please confirm if the free play of the clutch pedal is within standard  
levels.  
Check the pedal free play.  
Pedal height  
Pedal free play  
About the free play of the clutch pedal  
If the free play is less than 5 mm (0.19 in.), take your vehicle to any autho-  
rized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified professional to  
adjust the clutch pedal free play.  
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The clutch pedal’s normal free play  
P. 354  
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Tires  
Replace or rotate tires in accordance with maintenance schedules  
and treadwear.  
Checking tires  
New tread  
Treadwear indicator  
Worn tread  
The location of treadwear indi-  
cators is shown by the “TWI” or  
” marks, etc., molded on the  
sidewall of each tire.  
Check spare tire condition and  
pressure if not rotated.  
Tire rotation  
Vehicles with steel wheels  
Rotate the tires in the order  
shown.  
To equalize tire wear and help  
extend tire life, Toyota recom-  
mends that tire rotation is car-  
ried out approximately every  
10000 km (6000 miles).  
Front  
Vehicles with aluminum wheels  
Rotate the tires in the order  
shown.  
To equalize tire wear and help  
extend tire life, Toyota recom-  
mends that tire rotation is car-  
ried out approximately every  
10000 km (6000 miles).  
Front  
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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, and 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 any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or  
another duly qualified and equipped professional.  
Tire life  
Any tire over 6 years old must be checked by a qualified technician even if it  
has seldom or never been used or damage is not obvious.  
If the tread on snow tires wears down below 4 mm (0.16 in.)  
The effectiveness of the tires as snow tires is lost.  
CAUTION  
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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 dan-  
gerous handling characteristics, which may lead to an accident resulting in  
death or serious injury.  
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 snow 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.  
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NOTICE  
Driving on rough roads  
Take particular care when driving on roads with loose surfaces or potholes.  
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.  
If tire inflation pressure of each tire becomes low while driving  
Do not continue driving, or your tires and/or wheels may be ruined.  
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Tire inflation pressure  
Make sure to maintain proper tire inflation pressure. Tire inflation  
pressure should be checked at least once per month. However,  
Toyota recommends that tire inflation pressure be checked once  
every two weeks. (P. 355)  
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 inflating, have it checked by any authorized Toyota  
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.  
Instructions for checking tire inflation pressure  
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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 or has not been  
driven for more than 1.5 km or 1 mile, 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 inflation  
pressure that is even just a few pounds off can affect ride quality and  
handling.  
Do not reduce tire inflation pressure after driving. It is normal for tire infla-  
tion 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.  
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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  
When inspecting and adjusting tire inflation pressure  
Be sure to put the tire valve caps back on.  
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 are lost, replace  
them as soon as possible.  
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Wheels  
If a wheel is bent, cracked or heavily corroded, it should be replaced.  
Otherwise, the tire may separate from the wheel or cause a 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 any authorized Toyota  
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped profes-  
sional.  
*: Conventionally referred to as “offset”.  
Toyota does not recommend using the following:  
Wheels of different sizes or types  
Used wheels  
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Bent wheels that have been straightened  
Aluminum wheel precautions (if equipped)  
Use only Toyota wheel bolts and wrenches designed for use  
with your aluminum wheels.  
When rotating, repairing or changing your tires, check that the  
wheel bolts are still tight after driving 1600 km (1000 miles).  
Be careful not to damage the aluminum wheels when using  
tire chains.  
Use only Toyota genuine balance weights or equivalent and  
use a plastic or rubber hammer when balancing your wheels.  
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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 a loss of handling control.  
Never use an inner tube in a leaking wheel which is designed for a tube-  
less tire. Doing so may result in an accident, causing death or serious  
injury.  
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Air conditioning filter  
The air conditioning filter must be changed regularly to maintain air  
conditioning efficiency.  
Replacement method  
Turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position.  
Pull out the air conditioning fil-  
ter as shown in the illustration.  
Replace it with a new one.  
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Checking interval  
Inspect and replace the air conditioning filter according to the maintenance  
schedule. In dusty areas or areas with heavy traffic flow, early replacement  
may be required. (For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to  
the “Toyota Service Booklet” or “Toyota Warranty Booklet”.)  
If air flow from the vents decreases dramatically  
The filter may be clogged. Check the filter and replace if necessary.  
NOTICE  
When using the air conditioning system  
Make sure that a filter is always installed.  
Using the air conditioning system without a filter may cause damage to the  
system.  
: If equipped  
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Wireless remote control battery  
Replace the battery with a new one if it is depleted.  
You will need the following items:  
Small Phillips-head screwdriver  
Lithium battery CR2016  
Replacing the battery  
Remove the screw.  
Open the cover using a coin  
protected with tape etc.  
Remove the depleted battery.  
Insert a new battery with the  
“+” terminal facing up.  
: If equipped  
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Use a CR2016 lithium battery  
Batteries can be purchased at any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer,  
or another duly qualified and equipped professional, local electrical appli-  
ance shops or camera stores.  
Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the  
manufacturer.  
Dispose of used batteries according to local laws.  
If the key battery is depleted  
The following symptoms may occur:  
The wireless remote control will not function properly.  
The operational range will be reduced.  
CAUTION  
Removed battery and other parts  
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These parts are small and if swallowed by a child, they can cause choking.  
Keep away from children. Failure to do so could result in death or serious  
injury.  
Certification for the lithium battery  
RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT  
TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUC-  
TIONS  
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 component inside the remote control.  
Do not bend either of the battery terminals.  
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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.  
Turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position.  
Open the fuse box cover.  
Engine compartment  
Push the tab in and lift the lid  
off.  
Instrument panel  
If the following procedures seems difficult to perform, consult any  
authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and  
equipped professional.  
Remove the meter cover  
screws, by using a Phillips-  
head screwdriver.  
If the steering lock is engaged,  
please disengage it. (P. 127)  
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Remove the bottom screw  
of the tachometer, and lift  
and pull up on the tachome-  
ter.  
screw  
Pull the meter cover for-  
ward, lift up, and remove  
the meter cover.  
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After a system failure, see “Fuse layout and amperage  
ratings” (P. 285) for details about which fuse to check.  
Remove the fuse.  
Only type A fuse can be  
removed using the pullout  
tool.  
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Check if the fuse is blown.  
Type A  
Type B  
Type C  
Normal fuse  
Blown fuse  
Replace the blown fuse with a  
new fuse of an appropriate  
amperage rating.  
Normal fuse  
Blown fuse  
Replace the blown fuse with a  
new fuse of an appropriate  
amperage rating.  
Normal fuse  
Blown fuse  
Contact any authorized Toyota  
dealer or repairer, or another  
duly qualified and equipped  
professional.  
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Fuse layout and amperage ratings  
Engine compartment (top side)  
Fuse  
DRL  
Ampere  
5 A  
Circuit  
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1
2
3
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Daytime running lights  
Front fog lights  
FOG FR  
H-LP LH  
H-LP RH  
20 A  
10 A  
10 A  
Left-hand headlights  
Right-hand headlights  
Multi-mode manual transmission,  
multiport fuel injection system/  
sequential multiport fuel injection  
system  
5
6
STA  
7.5 A  
7.5 A  
Multiport fuel injection system/  
sequential multiport fuel injection  
system, multi-mode manual trans-  
mission  
EFI NO.2  
7
8
MET  
5 A  
Gauges and meters  
DRL, FOG FR fuses  
Anti-lock brake system  
SUB-LP  
ABS NO.2*1  
30 A  
25 A  
9
Anti-lock brake system and vehicle  
stability control system  
VSC NO.2*2  
30 A  
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Fuse  
Ampere  
30 A  
Circuit  
Starting system, IG1, IG2, STA  
fuses  
10 AM2  
Turn signal lights, emergency  
flashers, gauges and meters  
11 HAZARD  
12 H-LP MAIN  
13 DOME  
10 A  
20 A  
15 A  
H-LP LH, H-LP RH fuses  
Gauges and meters, interior light,  
audio system, tachometer  
Electric cooling fan, multiport fuel  
injection system/sequential multi-  
port fuel injection system  
14 EFI  
15 A  
15 HORN  
16 SPARE  
17 SPARE  
18 SPARE  
19 AMT  
10 A  
7.5 A  
10 A  
Horn  
Spare fuse  
Spare fuse  
15 A  
Spare fuse  
50 A  
Multi-mode manual transmission  
30 A*3  
40 A*3  
40 A  
20 RADIATOR  
Electric cooling fan  
ABS*1  
Anti-lock brake system  
21  
Anti-lock brake system and vehicle  
stability control system  
VSC*2  
50 A  
22 EMPS  
50 A  
Electric power steering system  
*1: Vehicles without VSC system  
*2: Vehicles with VSC system  
*3: Replace the fuse with one of the same ampere rating as the original  
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Engine compartment (back side)  
Fuse  
Ampere  
120 A  
Circuit  
Charging system, EMPS, ABS,  
VSC, RADIATOR, AM1, HTR,  
PWR, D/L, DEF, TAIL, STOP, OBD,  
ECU-B fuses  
1
ALTERNATOR  
4
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Instrument panel (right side)  
Fuse  
STOP  
Ampere  
10 A  
Circuit  
Stop lights, high mounted stoplight,  
anti-lock brake system, multi-mode  
manual transmission  
1
Power door lock system, wireless  
remote control system  
2
3
D/L  
25 A  
20 A  
DEF  
Rear window defogger  
Daytime running light system, tail  
lights, license plate lights, position  
lights, headlight beam level control  
system, instrument panel lights  
4
5
6
TAIL  
7.5 A  
7.5 A  
7.5 A  
OBD  
On-board diagnosis system  
Multi-mode manual transmission,  
daytime running light system, vehi-  
cle stability control system, gauges  
and meters, rear fog light  
ECU-B  
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Instrument panel (left side)  
Fuse  
Ampere  
7.5 A  
Circuit  
Anti-lock brake system, vehicle sta-  
bility control system, electric power  
steering system, electric cooling fan  
1
2
ECU-IG  
Back-up lights, power door lock  
system, wireless remote control  
system, power windows, rear win-  
dow defogger, tachometer, air con-  
ditioning system, heater system  
BACK UP  
10 A  
4
Windshield wiper and washer, rear  
window wiper and washer  
3
4
WIP  
20 A  
15 A  
ACC  
Power outlet, audio system  
Windshield wiper and washer, rear  
window wiper and washer, anti-lock  
brake system, electric power steer-  
ing system, electric cooling fan,  
back-up lights, power door lock  
system, wireless remote control  
system, power windows, rear win-  
dow defogger, tachometer, air con-  
ditioning system, heater system  
5
IG1  
7.5 A  
Multiport fuel injection system/  
sequential multiport fuel injection  
system, SRS airbag system,  
gauges and meters, daytime run-  
ning light system, multi-mode man-  
ual transmission  
6
IG2  
15 A  
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Fuse  
A/C  
Ampere  
7.5 A  
Circuit  
Air conditioning system, power  
heater  
7
Instrument panel (back side)  
Fuse  
AM1  
Ampere  
40 A  
Circuit  
ACC, WIP, ECU-IG, BACK UP  
fuses  
1
2
3
PWR  
HTR  
30 A  
Power windows  
Heater system, air conditioning  
system, A/C fuse  
40 A  
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After a fuse is replaced  
If the lights do not turn on even after the fuse has been replaced, a bulb  
may need replacement. (P. 292)  
If the replaced fuse blows again, have the vehicle inspected by any  
authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and  
equipped professional.  
If there is an overload in a circuit  
The fuses are designed to blow, protecting the wiring harness from damage.  
CAUTION  
To prevent system breakdowns and vehicle fire  
Observe the following precautions.  
Failure to do so may cause damage to the vehicle, and possibly a fire or  
injury.  
Never use a fuse of a higher amperage rating than that indicated, or use  
any other object in place of a fuse.  
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Always use a genuine Toyota fuse or equivalent.  
Never replace a fuse with a wire, even as a temporary fix.  
Do not modify the fuses or fuse boxes.  
NOTICE  
Before replacing fuses  
Have the cause of electrical overload determined and repaired by any autho-  
rized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped pro-  
fessional as soon as possible.  
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Light bulbs  
You may replace the following bulbs by yourself. The difficulty level  
of replacement varies depending on the bulb. If necessary bulb  
replacement seems difficult to perform, contact any authorized  
Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped  
professional.  
For more information about replacing other light bulbs, contact any  
authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and  
equipped professional.  
Preparing for light bulb replacement  
Check the wattage of the light bulb to be replaced. (P. 356)  
Front bulb locations  
Front position lights  
Front turn signal lights  
Headlights  
Front fog lights (if equipped)  
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Rear bulb locations  
High mounted stoplight  
Rear fog light*1 or  
Back-up light*2  
Stop/tail lights  
Back-up light*1 or  
Rear fog light*2  
Rear turn signal lights  
License plate lights  
*1: Left-hand drive vehicles  
*2: Right-hand drive vehicles  
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Replacing light bulbs  
Headlights  
Unplug the connector.  
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Remove the rubber cover.  
Release the bulb retaining  
spring.  
Remove the bulb.  
To install a new bulb, align the  
tabs of the bulb with the cutouts  
of the mounting hole.  
Front fog lights (if equipped)  
Remove the screws.  
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Partly remove the fender liner.  
Unplug the connector while  
depressing the lock release.  
4
Turn the bulb base counterclock-  
wise.  
Replace the light bulb, and install  
the bulb base.  
Align the 3 tabs on the light bulb  
with the mounting, and insert.  
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Turn and secure the bulb base.  
Shake the bulb base gently to  
check that it is not loose, turn the  
front fog lights on once and visu-  
ally confirm that no light is leaking  
through the mounting.  
Front position lights  
Turn the bulb base counterclock-  
wise.  
Remove the light bulb.  
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Front turn signal lights  
Turn the bulb base counterclock-  
wise.  
Remove the light bulb.  
4
Back-up light, stop/tail lights, rear turn signal lights and rear  
fog light  
Open the back door and remove  
the cover using a Phillips-head  
screwdriver.  
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Removing the clip  
Installing the clip  
Remove the nut.  
Unplug the connector while  
depressing the lock release.  
Remove the rear combination  
lights assembly.  
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Remove the bulb base.  
Remove the light bulb.  
Stop/tail light  
Rear turn signal light  
Back-up light or rear fog light  
4
High mounted stoplight  
Remove the screws using a Phil-  
lips-head screwdriver.  
Remove the clips by using a flat-  
head screwdriver with the tip  
wrapped in tape.  
Clips  
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Remove the bulb base.  
Remove the light bulbs.  
License plate lights  
When the left bulb is needed to replace, detach the right side  
license plate light first. Then, remove the left side license plate light  
to replace the bulb.  
Remove the light.  
Insert a properly sized screw-  
driver into the hole of the cover,  
and ply off the cover as shown in  
the illustration.  
To prevent damaging the vehicle,  
wrap the screwdriver with a tape.  
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Turn the bulb base counterclock-  
wise and remove the cover.  
Remove the light bulb.  
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Lights other than the above  
If any of the lights listed below has burnt out, have it replaced by  
any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified  
and equipped professional.  
Side turn signal lights  
Daytime running lights (if equipped)  
When installing the rubber cover of the headlight  
Ensure the rubber cover is securely attached.  
Fit the rubber cover outer circumfer-  
ence in firmly.  
Fit the rubber cover around the light  
bulb in until the light bulb plug can be  
seen.  
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LED light bulbs  
The daytime running lights (if equipped) consist of a number of LEDs. If any  
of the LEDs burn out, take your vehicle to any authorized Toyota dealer or  
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional to have the  
light replaced.  
Condensation build-up on the inside of the lens  
Temporary condensation build-up on the inside of the headlight lens does  
not indicate a malfunction. Contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer,  
or another duly qualified and equipped professional for more information in  
the following situations:  
Large drops of water have built up on the inside of the lens.  
Water has built up inside the headlight.  
When replacing the license plate lights  
Be careful not to drop the connector into the installation opening when dis-  
connecting it. If the connector drops into the opening, please contact any  
authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped  
professional, because disassembly is required to pick it up.  
CAUTION  
Replacing light bulbs  
Turn off the lights. Do not attempt to replace the bulb immediately after  
turning off the lights.  
The bulbs become very hot and may cause burns.  
Do not touch the glass portion of the light bulb with bare hands. Hold the  
bulb by the plastic or metal portion.  
If the bulb is scratched or dropped, it may blow out or crack.  
Fully install light bulbs and any parts used to secure them. Failure to do so  
may result in heat damage, fire, or water entering the headlight unit. This  
may damage the headlights or cause condensation to build up on the lens.  
To prevent damage or fire  
Make sure bulbs are fully seated and locked.  
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