Toyota C-HR (2018 year). Instruction - part 21

WARNING

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When washing the vehicle
Do not apply water to the inside of the engine compartment. Doing so may
cause the electrical components, etc., to catch fire.

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Precautions regarding the exhaust pipe
Exhaust gasses cause the exhaust pipe to become quite hot.
When washing the vehicle, be careful not to touch the exhaust pipe until it
has cooled sufficiently, as touching a hot exhaust pipe can cause burns.

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Precaution regarding the rear bumper with Blind Spot Monitor (if
equipped)
If the paint of the rear bumper is chipped or scratched, the system may mal-
function.
If this occurs, consult your Toyota dealer.

NOTICE

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To prevent paint deterioration and corrosion on the body and compo-
nents (aluminum wheels, etc.)

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Wash the vehicle immediately in the following cases:
• After driving near the sea coast
• After driving on salted roads
• If coal tar or tree sap is present on the paint surface
• If dead insects, insect droppings or bird droppings are present on the

paint surface

• After driving in an area contaminated with soot, oily smoke, mine dust,

iron powder or chemical substances

• If the vehicle becomes heavily soiled with dust or mud
• If liquids such as benzene and gasoline are spilled on the paint surface

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If the paint is chipped or scratched, have it repaired immediately.

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To prevent the wheels from corroding, remove any dirt and store in a place
with low humidity when storing the wheels.

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NOTICE

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Cleaning the exterior lights

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Wash carefully. Do not use organic substances or scrub with a hard brush.
This may damage the surfaces of the lights.

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Do not apply wax to the surfaces of the lights.
Wax may cause damage to the lenses.

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To prevent damage to the windshield wiper arms
When lifting the wiper arms away from the windshield, pull the driver side
wiper arm upward first, and then the passenger side. When returning the
wipers to their original position, do so from the passenger side first.

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When using a high pressure car wash

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When washing the vehicle, do not let water of the high pressure washer hit
directly or the vicinity of the camera. Due to the shock from the high pres-
sure water, it is possible the device may not operate as normal.

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Do not bring the nozzle tip close to boots (rubber or resin manufactured
cover), connectors or the following parts. The parts may be damaged if
they come into contact with high-pressure water.
• Traction related parts
• Steering parts
• Suspension parts
• Brake parts

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When raising the windshield wiper arms

Make sure to hold the hook parts of the
wiper arms to raise them.
Do not hold only the wiper blades when
raising them, or it may cause deformation
of the wiper blades.

Hook parts

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Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior

● Remove dirt and dust using a vacuum cleaner. Wipe dirty surfaces

with a cloth dampened with lukewarm water.

● If dirt cannot be removed, wipe it off with a soft cloth dampened with

neutral detergent diluted to approximately 1%.
Wring out any excess water from the cloth and thoroughly wipe off
remaining traces of detergent and water.

● Remove dirt and dust using a vacuum cleaner.
● Wipe off any excess dirt and dust with a soft cloth dampened with

diluted detergent.

Use a diluted water solution of approximately 5% neutral wool detergent.

● Wring out any excess water from the cloth and thoroughly wipe off

all remaining traces of detergent.

● Wipe the surface with a dry, soft cloth to remove any remaining

moisture. Allow the leather to dry in a shaded and ventilated area.

● Remove dirt and dust using a vacuum cleaner.
● Wipe it off with a soft cloth dampened with neutral detergent diluted

to approximately 1%.

● Wring out any excess water from the cloth and thoroughly wipe off

remaining traces of detergent and water.

The following procedures will help protect your vehicle’s interior
and keep it in top condition:

Protecting the vehicle interior

Cleaning the leather areas

Cleaning the synthetic leather areas

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Caring for leather areas
Toyota recommends cleaning the interior of the vehicle at least twice a year to
maintain the quality of the vehicle’s interior.

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Shampooing the carpets
There are several commercial foaming-type cleaners available. Use a sponge
or brush to apply the foam. Rub in overlapping circles. Do not use water.
Wipe dirty surfaces and let them dry. Excellent results are obtained by keep-
ing the carpet as dry as possible.

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Seat belts
Clean with mild soap and lukewarm water using a cloth or sponge. Also
check the belts periodically for excessive wear, fraying or cuts.

WARNING

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Water in the vehicle

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Do not splash or spill liquid in the vehicle.
Doing so may cause electrical components, etc., to malfunction or catch
fire.

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Do not get any of the SRS components or wiring in the vehicle interior wet.
(

→P. 34)

An electrical malfunction may cause the airbags to deploy or not function
properly, resulting in death or serious injury.

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Cleaning the interior (especially instrument panel)
Do not use a polish wax or polish cleaner. The instrument panel may reflect
off the windshield, obstructing the driver’s view and leading to an accident,
resulting in death or serious injury.

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NOTICE

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Cleaning detergents

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Do not use the following types of detergent, as they may discolor the vehi-
cle interior or cause streaks or damage to painted surfaces:
• Non-seat portions: Organic substances such as benzene or gasoline,

alkaline or acidic solutions, dye, and bleach

• Seats: Alkaline or acidic solutions, such as thinner, benzene, and alco-

hol

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Do not use a polish wax or polish cleaner. The instrument panel’s or other
interior part’s painted surface may be damaged.

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Preventing damage to leather surfaces
Observe the following precautions to avoid damage to and deterioration of
leather surfaces:

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Remove any dust or dirt from leather surfaces immediately.

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Do not expose the vehicle to direct sunlight for extended periods of time.
Park the vehicle in the shade, especially during summer.

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Do not place items made of vinyl, plastic, or containing wax on the uphol-
stery, as they may stick to the leather surface if the vehicle interior heats
up significantly.

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Water on the floor
Do not wash the vehicle floor with water.
Vehicle systems such as the audio system may be damaged if water comes
into contact with electrical components such as the audio system above or
under the floor of the vehicle. Water may also cause the body to rust.

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When cleaning the inside of the windshield
Do not allow glass cleaner to contact the lens. Also, do not touch the lens.
(

→P. 206)

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Cleaning the inside of the rear window

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Do not use a glass cleaner to clean the rear window, as this may cause
damage to the rear window defogger heater wires. Use a cloth dampened
with lukewarm water to gently wipe the window clean. Wipe the window in
strokes running parallel to the heater wires.

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Be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires.

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Maintenance requirements

General maintenance should be performed on a daily basis. This can
be done by yourself or by a Toyota dealer.

Scheduled maintenance should be performed at specified intervals
according to the maintenance schedule.

For details about maintenance items and schedules, refer to the “Sched-
uled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”.

You can perform some maintenance procedures by yourself.
Please be aware that do-it-yourself maintenance may affect warranty
coverage.

The use of Toyota Repair Manuals is recommended.
For details about warranty coverage, refer to the separate “Owner’s War-
ranty Information Booklet” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”.

To ensure safe and economical driving, day-to-day care and reg-
ular maintenance are essential. It is the owner’s responsibility to
perform regular checks. Toyota recommends the following main-
tenance:

General maintenance

Scheduled maintenance

Do-it-yourself maintenance

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→P. 87), turn the engine switch to the

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Repair and replacement
It is recommended that genuine Toyota parts be used for repairs to ensure
performance of each system. If non-Toyota parts are used in replacement or if
a repair shop other than a Toyota dealer performs repairs, confirm the war-
ranty coverage.

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Resetting the message indicating maintenance is required (U.S.A. only)
After the required maintenance is performed according to the maintenance
schedule, please reset the message.
To reset the message, follow the procedure described below:

Switch the display to the trip meter “A” when the engine is running. (

→P. 87)

Turn the engine switch off.
Vehicles without a smart key system:
While pressing the “TRIP” switch (

“ON” position (do not start the engine because the reset mode will be can-
celed). Continue to press and hold the switch until the trip meter displays
“00000”.
Vehicles with a smart key system:
While pressing the “TRIP” switch (

→P. 87), turn the engine switch to the

IGNITION ON mode (do not start the engine because the reset mode will
be canceled). Continue to press and hold the switch until the trip meter dis-
plays “00000”.

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Allow inspection and repairs to be performed by a Toyota dealer

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Toyota technicians are well-trained specialists and are kept up to date with
the latest service information. They are well informed about the operations
of all systems on your vehicle.

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Keep a copy of the repair order. It proves that the maintenance that has
been performed is under warranty coverage. If any problem should arise
while your vehicle is under warranty, your Toyota dealer will promptly take
care of it.

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WARNING

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If your vehicle is not properly maintained
Improper maintenance could result in serious damage to the vehicle and
possible death or serious injury.

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Handling of the battery

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Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and a wide variety of automobile
components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects and other reproductive harm. Work in a
well ventilated area.

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Oils, fuels and fluids contained in vehicles as well as waste produced by
component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of Califor-
nia to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Avoid
exposure and wash any affected area immediately.

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Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds which are known to cause brain damage. Wash your hands
after handling. (

→P. 349)

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General maintenance

Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be
performed at the intervals specified in the “Owner’s Warranty
Information Booklet” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement/Sched-
uled Maintenance Guide”. It is recommended that any problem
you notice should be brought to the attention of your Toyota
dealer or qualified service shop for advice.

Engine compartment

Items

Check points

Battery

Check the connections.

(

→P. 349)

Brake fluid

Is the brake fluid at the correct level?

(

→P. 347)

Engine coolant

Is the engine coolant at the correct level?

(

→P. 345)

Engine oil

Is the engine oil at the correct level?

(

→P. 342)

Exhaust system

There should not be any fumes or strange sounds.

Radiator/condenser

The radiator and condenser should be free of for-
eign objects.

(

→P. 346)

Washer fluid

Is there sufficient washer fluid?

(

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Vehicle interior

Items

Check points

Accelerator pedal

• The accelerator pedal should move smoothly

(without uneven pedal effort or catching).

Continuously variable
transmission “Park”
mechanism

• When parked on a slope and the shift lever is

in P, is the vehicle securely stopped?

Brake pedal

• Does the brake pedal move smoothly?
• Does the brake pedal have appropriate clear-

ance from the floor?

(

→P. 455)

• Does the brake pedal have the correct

amount of free play?

(

→P. 455)

Brakes

• The vehicle should not pull to one side when

the brakes are applied.

• The brakes should work effectively.
• The brake pedal should not feel spongy.
• The brake pedal should not get too close to

the floor when the brakes are applied.

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Head restraints

• Do the head restraints move smoothly and

lock securely?

Indicators/buzzers

• Do the indicators and buzzers function prop-

erly?

Lights

• Do all of the lights come on?

Parking brake

• Does the parking brake switch operate nor-

mally?

• When parked on a slope and the parking

brake is on, is the vehicle securely stopped?

Seat belts

• Do the seat belts operate smoothly?
• The seat belts should not be damaged.

Seats

• Do the seat controls operate properly?

Steering wheel

• Does the steering wheel rotate smoothly?
• Does the steering wheel have the correct

amount of free play?

• There should not be any strange sounds com-

ing from the steering wheel.

Items

Check points

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Vehicle exterior

Items

Check points

Doors

• Do the doors operate smoothly?

Engine hood

• Does the engine hood lock system work prop-

erly?

Fluid leaks

• There should not be any signs of fluid leakage

after the vehicle has been parked.

Tires

• Is the tire inflation pressure correct?

• The tires should not be damaged or exces-

sively worn.

• Have the tires been rotated according to the

maintenance schedule?

• The wheel nuts should not be loose.

Windshield wipers/rear
window wiper

• The wiper blades should not show any signs

of cracking, splitting, wear, contamination or
deformation.

• The wiper blades should clear the windshield/

rear window without streaking or skipping.

WARNING

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If the engine is running
Turn the engine off and ensure that there is adequate ventilation before per-
forming maintenance checks.

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6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance

Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)

programs

The OBD system determines that a problem exists somewhere in the
emission control system. Your vehicle may not pass the I/M test and
may need to be repaired. Contact your Toyota dealer to service the
vehicle.

● When the battery is disconnected or discharged

Readiness codes that are set during ordinary driving are erased.
Also, depending on your driving habits, the readiness codes may
not be completely set.

● When the fuel tank cap is loose

The malfunction indicator lamp illuminates, indicating a temporary
malfunction, and your vehicle may not pass the I/M test.

An OBD system error code will not be cleared unless the vehicle is
driven 40 or more times.

Contact your Toyota dealer to prepare the vehicle for re-testing.

Some states have vehicle emission inspection programs which
include OBD (On Board Diagnostics) checks. The OBD system
monitors the operation of the emission control system.

If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on

Your vehicle may not pass the I/M test in the following situations:

When the malfunction indicator lamp remains on after several
driving trips

If your vehicle does not pass the I/M test

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