Toyota Hilux (2017 year). Manual - part 66

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Windshield wipers and washer

The wiper operation is selected by moving the lever as follows.

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Windshield wipers without intermittent operation

Low speed operation
High speed operation
Temporary operation

Washer operation

Operating the wiper lever

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Windshield wipers with intermittent operation

Intermittent operation
Low speed operation
High speed operation
Temporary operation

If equipped, wiper intervals can be adjusted when intermittent oper-
ation is selected.

Increases the intermittent
windshield wiper frequency
Decreases the intermittent
windshield wiper frequency

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Washer/wiper dual operation

The wipers will automatically
operate a couple of times after
the washer squirts.
If the headlights are on, the
headlight cleaners will operate
once.
And then, the headlight cleaners
will operate every five times you
pull the lever. (if equipped)

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The windshield wipers and washer can be operated when
The engine switch is in the “ON” position (vehicles without smart entry & start
system) or IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with smart entry & start system).

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If no windshield washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzles are not blocked if there is washer fluid in the
windshield washer fluid reservoir.

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WARNING

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Caution regarding the use of washer fluid
When it is cold, do not use the washer fluid until the windshield becomes
warm. The fluid may freeze on the windshield and cause low visibility. This
may lead to an accident, resulting in death or serious injury.

NOTICE

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When the windshield is dry
Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield.

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When the washer fluid tank is empty
Do not operate the switch continually as the washer fluid pump may over-
heat.

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When a nozzle becomes blocked
In this case, contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another
duly qualified and equipped professional.
Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged.

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4-4. Refueling

Opening the fuel tank cap

● Close all the doors and windows, and turn the engine switch to the

“LOCK” position (vehicles without smart entry & start system) or off
(vehicles with smart entry & start system).

● Confirm the type of fuel.

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Fuel types
→P. 645

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Fuel tank opening for unleaded gasoline (gasoline engine)
To help prevent incorrect fueling, your vehicle has a fuel tank opening that
only accommodates the special nozzle on unleaded fuel pumps.

Perform the following steps to open the fuel tank cap: 

Before refueling the vehicle