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Air conditioning filter
The air conditioning filter must be changed regularly to maintain
air conditioning efficiency.
Removal method
1
Turn the power switch off.
2
Open the lower glove box and
remove the filter exchange
cover.
3
Remove the filter cover.
X Left-hand drive vehicles
X Right-hand drive vehicles
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Slide and pull out the filter.
Replace it with a new one.
The “↑UP” marks shown on the fil-
ter should be pointing up.
When installing, reverse the steps listed.
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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
■ To prevent damage to the system
When using the air conditioning system, make sure that a filter is always
installed.
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Wiper rubber replacement
Replacing procedure
■ Front
Remove the stopper, lift the
1
wiper arm slightly upward, and
then slide the wiper blade to
remove it.
Slowly lower the wiper arm until it
contacts the windshield.
Slide off the wiper rubber.
2
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Install the 2 metal plates from
3
the removed wiper rubber to the
replacement wiper rubber.
Install the metal plates so that the
cutouts are facing inward.
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When installing, insert the wiper
rubber in the direction opposite
that used during the removal
procedure until the wiper rubber
becomes locked and stops
moving.
Check the direction the wiper rub-
ber is facing before installing.
After installing the wiper rubber,
install the wiper blade to the wiper
arm and secure the stopper.
■ Rear
With the wiper extended,
1
remove the wiper rubber.
Install the 2 metal plates from the
removed wiper rubber to the
replacement wiper rubber so that
the cutouts are facing inward.
2
When installing, insert the wiper
rubber as shown in the illustra-
tion.
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Electronic key battery
Replace the battery with a new one if it is depleted.
You will need the following items:
● Flathead screwdriver
● Lithium battery CR2032
Replacing the battery
Take out the mechanical key.
1
2
Remove the cover.
To prevent damage to the key,
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cover the tip of the screwdriver with
a rag.
Remove the depleted battery.
3
When removing the cover, if the
battery cannot be seen due to the
electronic key module attaching to
the upper cover, remove the elec-
tronic key module from the cover
so that the battery is visible as
shown in the illustration.
Insert a new battery with the “+”
terminal facing up.
When installing, reverse the steps listed.
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■ Use a CR2032 lithium battery
● Batteries can be purchased at any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and equipped professional, local electrical appliance
shops or camera stores.
● Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manu-
facturer.
● Dispose of used batteries according to the local laws.
■ If the electronic key battery is depleted
The following symptoms may occur:
● The smart entry & start system and wireless remote control will not function
properly.
● The operational range will be reduced.
WARNING
■ Removed battery and other parts
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 smart entry & start system
RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT
TYPE.
DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS
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 nec-
essary.
1
Turn the power switch off.
2
Open the fuse box cover.
X Engine compartment
Push the tab in and lift the lid
off.
When closing, first hook the lid
onto the two rear tabs.
X Left side instrument panel (left-hand drive vehicles)
Remove the lid.
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X Left side instrument panel (right-hand drive vehicles)
Remove the cover.
Remove the lid.
3
Remove the fuse.
Only type A fuse can be
removed using the pullout tool.
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Check if the fuse is blown.
1
Normal fuse
2
Blown fuse
Replace the blown fuse with a new fuse of an appropriate amperage rat-
ing. The amperage rating can be found on the fuse box lid.
X Type A
X Type B
X Type C
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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. 367)
● If the replaced fuse blows again, have the vehicle inspected by any autho-
rized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped pro-
fessional.
■ If there is an overload in a circuit
The fuses are designed to blow, protecting the wiring harness from damage.
■ When replacing light bulbs
Toyota recommends that you use genuine Toyota products designed for this
vehicle. Because certain bulbs are connected to circuits designed to prevent
overload, non-genuine parts or parts not designed for this vehicle may be
unusable.
WARNING
■ 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.
●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.
■ Fuse box near the power control unit
Never check or replace the fuses as there are high voltage parts and wiring
near the fuse box.
Doing so may cause electric shock, resulting in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■ Before replacing fuses
Have the cause of electrical overload determined and repaired by any
authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped
professional 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. As there is a
danger that components may be damaged, we recommend that
replacement is carried out by 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. 474)
Removing the engine compartment cover
→P. 328
Bulb locations
■ Front
1
Front fog light
2
Front turn signal light
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■ Rear
1
Rear fog light (left-hand drive
vehicles) or back-up light
2
License plate lights
3
Rear fog light
(right-hand
drive vehicles) or back-up
light
Rear turn signal light
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Replacing light bulbs
■ Front fog lights
1
Remove the fender liner bolts
and pull down the fender
liner.
2
Unplug the connector while
pressing the lock release.
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3
Turn the bulb base counter-
clockwise.
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Set the new light bulb.
Align the 3 tabs on the light bulb
with the mounting, and insert.
Turn it clockwise to set.
5
Set the connector.
After installing the connector,
shake the bulb base gently to
check that it is not loose, turn
the fog lights on once and visu-
ally confirm that no light is leak-
ing through the mounting.
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Reinstall the fender liner
bolts.
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■ Front turn signal lights
1
Turn the bulb base counter-
clockwise.
Remove the light bulb.
2
3
When installing, reverse the steps listed.
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■ Rear turn signal lights and back-up/rear fog light
Open the back door and
1
remove the cover.
To prevent damage, cover the
tip of the screwdriver with a rag.
2
Turn the bulb base counter-
clockwise.
1
Rear turn signal light
2
Back-up/rear fog light
3
Remove the light bulb.
1
Rear turn signal light
2
Back-up/rear fog light
When installing, reverse the steps listed.
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■ License plate lights
Open the back door and
1
remove the cover.
To prevent damage, cover the
tip of the screwdriver with a rag.
2
Turn the bulb base counter-
clockwise.
3
Remove the light bulb.
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