Toyota Avalon (2020 year). Manual in english - part 7

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Add  washer  fluid  in  the  following
situations:

●

A washer does not work.

●

“Windshield Washer Fluid Low”
is  displayed  on  the  multi-infor-
mation display.

Washer fluid

WARNING

■

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, as well as
damaging the pump leading to problems of the washer fluid not spraying.

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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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Check if the treadwear indicators are showing on the tires. Also check
the tires for uneven wear, such as excessive wear on one side of the
tread.
Check the spare tire condition and pressure if not rotated.

New tread
Worn tread
Treadwear indicator

The location of treadwear indicators is shown by a “TWI” or “



” mark,

etc., molded into the sidewall of each tire. 
Replace the tires if the treadwear indicators are showing on a tire.

Rotate  the  tires  in  the  order
shown.

To equalize tire wear and extend

tire life, Toyota recommends that

tire  rotation  is  carried  out  at  the

same interval as tire inspection.
Do  not  fail  to  initialize  the  tire

pressure  warning  system  after

tire rotation.

Tires

Replace or rotate tires in accordance with maintenance sched-
ules and treadwear.

Checking tires

Tire rotation

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Your vehicle is equipped with a tire pressure warning system that uses
tire pressure warning valve and transmitters to detect low tire inflation
pressure before serious problems arise.

●

The  tire  pressure  detected  by
the  tire  pressure  warning  sys-
tem  can  be  displayed  on  the
multi-information display.

●

If the tire pressure drops below
a  predetermined  level,  the
driver  is  warned  by  a  screen
display  and  a  warning  light.
(



P. 434

)

Tire pressure warning system

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Installing tire pressure warning valve and transmitters

When replacing the tires or wheels, the tire pressure warning valve
and  transmitters  must  be  installed  to  the  wheels  which  will  be
installed to the vehicle.
When  new  tire  pressure  warning  valve  and  transmitters  are
installed,  new  ID  codes  must  be  registered  in  the  tire  pressure
warning  computer  and  the  tire  pressure  warning  system  must  be
initialized. (



P. 396)

◆

Initializing the tire pressure warning system

■

The tire pressure warning system must be initialized in the fol-
lowing circumstances:

●

When the tire inflation pressure is changed such as when chang-
ing traveling speed or load weight.

●

When the tire inflation pressure is changed such as when the tire
size is changed.

●

When rotating the tires.

●

After performing the transmitter  ID code registration procedure.
(



P. 396)

When the tire pressure warning system is initialized, the current tire
inflation pressure is set as the benchmark pressure.

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How to initialize the tire pressure warning system

Park the vehicle in a safe place and turn the engine switch off.

The  initialization  procedure  cannot  be  started  while  the  vehicle  is

moving.

Adjust the tire inflation pressure to the specified cold tire inflation
pressure level. (



P. 478)

Make sure to adjust the tire pressure to the specified cold tire infla-

tion  pressure  level.  The  tire  pressure  warning  system  will  operate

based on this pressure level.

Start the engine. (



P. 184)

Select 

 on the multi-information display using the meter con-

trol switches on the steering wheel. (



P. 100)

Select 

 and then press and hold 

.

Select “TPWS” and then press 

.

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Select  “Set  Pressure”  then
press  and  hold 

  until

the  tire  pressure  warning
light blinks 3 times.

Then  a  message  will  be  dis-

played on the multi-information

display.
“---”  will  be  displayed  on  the

multi-information  display  for

the  inflation  pressure  of  each

tire  while  initialization  is  being

performed.

Drive  straight  (with  occasional  left  and  right  turns)  at  approxi-
mately 25 mph (40 km/h) or more for approximately 10 to 30 min-
utes.

Initialization is complete when the position of each tire is determined

and the inflation pressure of each tire is displayed on the multi-infor-

mation display.
Initialization  may  take  longer  than  approximately  1  hour  in  certain

situations,  such  as  when  the  vehicle  is  stopped  for  a  long  time  at

traffic lights, etc. (



P. 401)

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Registering ID codes

Every tire pressure warning valve and transmitter has a unique ID
code. When replacing a tire pressure warning valve and transmitter,
it is necessary to register the ID codes. 
The ID codes can be registered on 

 of the multi-information dis-

play.

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How to register the ID codes

Select 

 on the multi-information display using the meter con-

trol switches on the steering wheel. (



P. 100)

Select 

 and then press and hold 

.

Select “TPWS” and then press 

.

Select  “Change  Wheel”  then
press  and  hold 

  until

the  tire  pressure  warning
light blinks slowly 3 times.

Then  a  message  will  be  dis-

played on the multi-information

display.
When registration is being per-

formed, the tire pressure warn-

ing 

light 

will 

blink 

for

approximately  1  minute  then

illuminate and  “---” will  be  dis-

played  for  the  inflation  pres-

sure  of  each tire  on  the  multi-

information display.

Drive  straight  (with  occasional  left  and  right  turns)  at  approxi-
mately 25 mph (40 km/h) or more for approximately 10 to 30 min-
utes.

Registration is complete when the tire pressure warning light turns

off and the inflation pressure of each tire is displayed on the multi-

information display.
Registration  may  take  longer  than  approximately  1  hour  in  certain

situations,  such  as  when  the  vehicle  is  stopped  for  a  long  time  at

traffic lights, etc. (



P. 403)

After registering the ID codes, make sure to initialize the tire pres-

sure warning system. (



P. 395)

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When to replace your vehicle’s tires

Tires should be replaced if:

●

The treadwear indicators are showing on a tire.

●

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 your Toyota dealer.

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Replacing tires and wheels

If the ID codes of the tire pressure warning valve and transmitters are not

registered, the tire pressure warning system will not work properly. In this

case, after driving for about 20 minutes, the tire pressure warning light will

blink for approximately 1 minute and then illuminate 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 it has seldom or never been used or damage is not obvious.

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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.

■

Low profile tires (vehicles with 18 or 19-inch wheels)

Generally,  low  profile  tires  will  wear  more  rapidly  and  tire  grip  perfor-

mance  will  be  reduced  on  snowy  and/or  icy  roads  when  compared  to

standard tires. Be sure to use snow tires on snowy and/or icy roads and

drive carefully at a speed appropriate for road and weather conditions.

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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. 484)

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Tire types

●

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 install-

ing snow tires, be sure to replace all four tires.

●

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 com-

pared with summer tires in highway driving.

●

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  restrictions.  Snow  tires

should be installed on all wheels. (



P. 316)

■

If the tread on snow tires wears down below 0.16 in. (4 mm)

The effectiveness of the tires as snow tires is lost.

■

Situations in which the tire pressure warning system may not oper-

ate properly

●

In  the  following  situations,  the  tire  pressure  warning  system  may  not

operate properly.
• If non-genuine Toyota wheels are used. 

• If  a  tire  has  been  replaced  with  a  tire  that  is  not  an  OE  (Original

Equipment) tire.

• If a tire has been replaced with a tire that is not of the specified size.

• If tire chains, etc. are installed.

• If a window tint that affects radio wave signals is installed.

• If there is a lot of snow or ice on the vehicle, particularly around the

wheels or wheel housings.

• If the tire inflation pressure is much higher than the specified level.

• If wheels not equipped with tire pressure warning valve and transmit-

ter are used.

• If the ID codes of the tire pressure warning valve and transmitters are

not registered in the tire pressure warning computer.

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Performance may be affected in the following situations.
• When driving near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station, radio

station,  large  display,  airport  or  other  facility  that  generates  strong

radio waves or electrical noise

• When  carrying  a  portable  radio,  cellular  phone,  cordless  phone  or

other wireless communication device

If  tire  position  information  is  not  correctly  displayed  due  to  the  radio

wave conditions, the display may be corrected by changing the location

of the vehicle as the radio wave conditions may change.

●

When the vehicle is stopped, the time taken for the warning to start or

turn off may be longer.

●

When the inflation pressure of a tire drops rapidly, for example when a

tire has burst, the warning may not operate.

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Initialization procedure

●

Make sure to perform the initialization procedure after adjusting the tire

inflation pressure.

Also,  make  sure  the  tires  are  cold  before  performing  the  initialization

procedure or adjusting the tire inflation pressure.

●

If the engine switch is turned off during initialization, it is not necessary

to restart the initialization procedure from the beginning as it will begin

automatically  when  the  engine  switch  is  turned  back  to  IGNITION  ON

mode.

●

If  initialization  has  accidentally  been  started  when  it  is  not  necessary,

adjust the tire inflation pressure to the specified level when the tires are

cold and then perform the initialization procedure again.

●

While the position of each tire is being determined and the inflation pres-

sures  are  not  being  displayed  on  the  multi-information  display,  if  the

inflation pressure of a tire drops, the tire pressure warning light will come

on.

■

Warning performance of the tire pressure warning system

The  warning  of  the  tire  pressure  warning  system  will  change  in  accor-

dance with the conditions under which it was initialized. For this reason,

the system may give a warning even if the tire pressure does not reach a

low enough level, or if the pressure is higher than the pressure that was

adjusted to when the system was initialized.

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If the tire pressure warning system is not initialized properly

●

In the following situations, initialization may take longer than usual to be

completed or may not be possible. (Usually, the vehicle will need to be

driven for approximately 10 to 30 minutes to complete initialization.) 

If  initialization  is  not  complete  after  driving  approximately  30  minutes,

continue driving for a while.
• If the vehicle is driven on an unpaved road, it may take longer to com-

plete initialization.

• If  the  vehicle  is  backed  up  while  performing  initialization,  data  col-

lected during initialization will be cleared and it will take longer than

normal to complete.

• If the vehicle is driven in heavy traffic or another situation where other

vehicles are driven close by, it may take time for the system to recog-

nize the tire pressure warning valve and transmitters of your vehicle

over those of other vehicles.

If  initialization  is  not  complete  after  driving  for  approximately  1  hour,

park the vehicle in a safe place for approximately 20 minutes and then

drive the vehicle again.

●

In  the  following  situations,  initialization  will  not  be  started  or  was  not

completed  properly  and  the  system  will  not  operate  properly.  Perform

the initialization procedure again.
• If, when attempting to start initialization, the tire pressure warning light

does not blink 3 times.

• If, when the vehicle has been driven for about 20 minutes after per-

forming initialization, the tire pressure warning light blinks for approxi-

mately 1 minute and then illuminates.

●

If  initialization  cannot  be  completed  after  performing  the  above  proce-

dure, contact your Toyota dealer.

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When registering ID codes

●

Before performing ID code registration, make sure that no wheels with

tire pressure warning valve and transmitters installed are near the vehi-

cle.

●

Make sure to initialize the tire pressure warning system after registering

the ID codes. If the system is initialized before registering the ID codes,

the initialized values will be invalid.

●

As the tires will be warm when registration is completed, make sure to

allow the tires to cool before performing initialization.

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Canceling ID code registration

●

To cancel ID code registration after it has been started, turn the engine

switch off before driving the vehicle.

If the vehicle is driven after ID code registration is started, to cancel reg-

istration, perform the ID code registration start procedure again and turn

the engine switch off before driving.

●

If ID code registration has been canceled, the tire pressure warning light

will blink for approximately 1 minute when the engine switch is turned to

IGNITION ON mode and then illuminate. The tire pressure warning sys-

tem will be operational when the tire pressure warning light turns off.

●

If  the  warning  light  does  not  turn  off  even  after  several  minutes  have

elapsed, ID code registration may not have been cancelled correctly. To

cancel  registration,  perform  the  ID  code  registration  start  procedure

again and then turn the engine switch off before driving.

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If ID codes are not registered properly

●

In  the  following  situations,  ID  code  registration  may  take  longer  than

usual to be completed or may not be possible. (Usually, the vehicle will

need  to  be  driven  for  approximately  10  to  30  minutes  to  complete  ID

code registration.) 

If ID code registration is not complete after driving for approximately 30

minutes, continue driving for a while.
• If the vehicle is driven on an unpaved road, it may take longer than

normal to complete registration.

• If  the  vehicle  is  backed  up  while  performing  registration,  data  col-

lected during registration will be cleared, and it will take longer than

normal to complete.

• If the vehicle is driven in heavy traffic or another situation where other

vehicles are driven close by, it may take time for the system to recog-

nize the tire pressure warning valve and transmitters of your vehicle

over those of other vehicles.

• If a wheel with a tire pressure warning valve and transmitter installed

is  inside  or  near  the  vehicle,  registration  of  the  ID  codes  for  the

installed wheels may not be possible.

If ID registration is not complete after driving for approximately 1 hour,

park the vehicle in a safe place for approximately 20 minutes and then

perform the ID code registration procedure again.

●

In the following situations, ID code registration will not be started or was

not  completed  properly  and  the  system  will  not  operate  properly.  Per-

form the ID code registration procedure again.
• If,  when  attempting  to  start  ID  code  registration,  the  tire  pressure

warning light does not blink slowly 3 times.

• If, when the vehicle has been driven for about 20 minutes after per-

forming ID code registration, the tire pressure warning light blinks for

approximately 1 minute and then illuminates.

●

If ID code registration cannot be completed after performing the above

procedure, contact your Toyota dealer.

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Tire pressure warning system certification



For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.

FCC ID: PAXPMVE000



For vehicles sold in Canada

Model: PMV-E000

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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

dangerous  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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When initializing the tire pressure warning system

Do not initialize the tire pressure warning system 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 nor-

mal.

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NOTICE

■

Repairing  or  replacing  tires,  wheels,  tire  pressure  warning  valve

and transmitters and tire valve caps

●

When removing or fitting the wheels, tires or the tire pressure warning

valve and transmitters, contact your Toyota dealer as the tire pressure

warning  valve  and  transmitters  may  be  damaged  if  not  handled  cor-

rectly.

●

Make sure to install the tire valve caps. If the tire valve caps are not

installed, water may enter the valves of the tire pressure warning valve

and transmitters and the valves may become stuck.

●

When replacing tire valve caps, do not use tire valve caps other than

those specified. The cap may become stuck.

■

To avoid damage to the tire pressure warning valve and transmit-

ters

When  a  tire  is  repaired  with  liquid  sealants,  the  tire  pressure  warning

valve  and  transmitter  may  not  operate  properly.  If  a  liquid  sealant  is

used, contact your Toyota dealer or other qualified service shop as soon

as possible. Make sure to replace the tire pressure warning valve and

transmitter when replacing the tire. (



P. 395)

■

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.

■

Low profile tires (vehicles with 18 or 19-inch wheels)

Low profile tires may cause greater damage than usual to the tire wheel

when sustaining impact from the road surface. Therefore, pay attention

to the following:

●

Be sure to use proper tire inflation pressure. If tires are under-inflated,

they may be damaged more severely.

●

Avoid potholes, uneven pavement, curbs and other road hazards. Fail-

ure to do so may lead to severe tire and wheel damage.

■

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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The  recommended  cold  tire  infla-
tion pressure and tire size are dis-
played  on  the  tire  and  loading
information label. (



P. 478)

Tire inflation pressure

Tire inflation pressure

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Tire valve
Tire pressure gauge

Remove the tire valve cap.
Press the tip of the tire pressure gauge onto the tire valve.
Read the pressure using the gauge gradations.
If the tire inflation pressure is not at the recommended level, adjust
the pressure.
If you add too much air, press the center of the valve to deflate.
After  completing  the  tire  inflation  pressure  measurement  and
adjustment, apply soapy water to the valve and check for leakage.
Put the tire valve cap back on.

■

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 economy

●

Reduced driving comfort and poor handling

●

Reduced tire life due to wear

●

Reduced safety

●

Damage to the drivetrain

If a tire needs frequent inflating, have it checked by your Toyota dealer.

Inspection and adjustment procedure

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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  or  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.

It is difficult to judge if a tire is properly inflated based only on its appear-

ance.

●

It  is  normal  for  the  tire  inflation  pressure  to  be  higher  after  driving  as

heat is generated in the tire. Do not reduce tire inflation pressure after

driving.

●

Never exceed the vehicle capacity weight.

Passengers and luggage weight should be placed so that the vehicle is

balanced.

WARNING

■

Proper inflation is critical to save tire performance

Keep your tires properly inflated. 

If the tires are not properly inflated, the following conditions may occur

which could lead to an accident resulting in death or serious injury:

●

Excessive wear

●

Uneven wear

●

Poor handling

●

Possibility of blowouts resulting from overheated tires

●

Air leaking from between tire and wheel

●

Wheel deformation and/or tire damage

●

Greater possibility of tire damage while driving (due to road hazards,

expansion joints, sharp edges in the road, etc.)

NOTICE

■

When inspecting and adjusting tire inflation pressure

Be sure to put the tire valve caps back on.

If a valve cap is not installed, dirt or moisture may get into the valve and

cause an air leak, resulting in decreased tire inflation pressure.

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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 the following:

●

Wheels of different sizes or types

●

Used wheels

●

Bent wheels that have been straightened

●

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 plas-
tic or rubber hammer when balancing your wheels.

■

When replacing wheels

The wheels of your vehicle are equipped with tire pressure warning valve

and  transmitters  that  allow  the  tire  pressure  warning  system  to  provide

advance warning in the event of a loss in tire inflation pressure. When-

ever  wheels  are  replaced,  tire  pressure  warning  valve  and  transmitters

must be installed. (



P. 395)

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

Aluminum wheel precautions

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WARNING

■

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

tubeless tire. Doing so may result in an accident, causing death or seri-

ous injury.

■

When installing the wheel nuts

●

Never use oil or grease on the wheel bolts or wheel nuts.

Oil and grease may cause the wheel nuts to be excessively tightened,

leading to bolt or disc wheel damage. In addition, the oil or grease can

cause the wheel nuts to loosen and the wheel may fall off, causing an

accident  and  resulting  in  death  or  serious  injury.  Remove  any  oil  or

grease from the wheel bolts or wheel nuts.

NOTICE

■

Replacing tire pressure warning valve and transmitters

●

Because tire repair or replacement may affect the tire pressure warn-

ing  valve  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  valve  and  transmitters  at  your

Toyota dealer.

●

Ensure that only genuine Toyota wheels are used on your vehicle.

Tire  pressure  warning  valve  and  transmitters  may  not  work  properly

with non-genuine wheels. 

●

Be sure to install the wheel nuts with

the  tapered  ends  facing  inward.

Installing  the  nuts  with  the  tapered

ends  facing  outward  can  cause  the

wheel  to  break  and eventually  cause

the  wheel  to  come  off  while  driving,

which  could  lead  to  an  accident

resulting in death or serious injury.

Tapered 
portion

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Turn the engine switch off.
Open  the  glove  box  and
remove  the  glove  box  cover
inside the glove box.

Remove the filter cover.

Unlock the filter cover. 
Move  the  filter  cover  in  the
direction  of  the  arrow,  and
then pull it out of the claws.

Remove the filter case.

There  may  be  foreign  objects  on
top of the air conditioning filter.

Air conditioning filter

The air conditioning filter must be changed regularly to maintain
air conditioning efficiency.

Removal method

1

2

3

1

2

4

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Remove the air conditioning fil-
ter  from  the  filter  case  and
replace it with a new one.

The “



UP” marks shown on the fil-

ter  and  the  filter  case  should  be
pointing up.

■

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
“Schedule 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.

■

Air conditioning filter with deodorizing function

When  fragrances  are  placed  in  your  vehicle,  the  deodorizing  effect  may
become significantly weakened in a short period.
When an air conditioning odor comes out continuously, replace the air condi-
tioning filter.

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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.

■

To prevent damage to the filter cover

When moving the filter cover in the direc-
tion  of  arrow  to  release  the  fitting,  pay
attention  not  to apply excessive  force  to
the  claws.  Otherwise,  the  claws  may  be
damaged.

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●

Flathead screwdriver

●

Small flathead screwdriver

●

Lithium battery CR2032

Release  the  lock  and  remove
the mechanical key.

Remove the key cover.

To  prevent  damage  to  the  key,
cover the tip of the flathead screw-
driver with a rag.

Remove  the  depleted  battery
using  a  small  flathead  screw-
driver.

When  removing  the  cover,  the
electronic key module may stick to
the cover and the battery may not
be visible. In this case, remove the
electronic  key  module  in  order  to
remove the battery.
Insert a new battery with the “+” terminal facing up.

When installing the key cover and mechanical key, install by con-
ducting 

 and 

 with the directions reversed.

Electronic key battery

Replace the battery with a new one if it is depleted.

You will need the following items:

Replacing the battery

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2

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4

2

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Operate the 

 or 

 switch and check that the doors can

be locked/unlocked.

■

When replacing the key battery

Be careful not to lose the battery or any other small parts.

■

Use a CR2032 lithium battery

●

Batteries can be purchased at your Toyota dealer, 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 local laws.

■

If the key battery is depleted 

The following symptoms may occur:

●

The smart key 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.

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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Turn the engine switch off.
Open the fuse box cover. 

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

2



Engine compartment (type A)



Engine  compartment  (type  B)
(if equipped)

Push the tabs in and lift the lid off.

Push  the  tabs  in  and  lift  the  lid
off.



Under  the  driver’s  side  instru-
ment panel

Remove the lid.

Make  sure  to  push  the  claw  when
removing/installing the lid.

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Remove  the  fuse  with  the  pull-
out tool.

Only type A fuses can be removed
using the pullout tool.

Check if the fuse is blown.

Normal fuse
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.

3

4



Type A



Type B



Type C

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2

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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. (

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●

If the replaced fuse blows again, have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer.

■

If there is an overload in a circuit

The fuses are designed to blow, protecting the wiring harness from damage.

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.

NOTICE

■

Before replacing fuses

Have  the  cause  of  electrical  overload  determined  and  repaired  by  your
Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

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LED lights

The lights 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.

■

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 your Toyota dealer 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.

Light bulbs

If any lights burn out, have it replaced by your Toyota dealer.

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7-1.  Essential information

Emergency flashers .......... 422
If your vehicle has to 

be stopped in 
an emergency ................. 423

If the vehicle is trapped 

in rising water.................. 424

7-2.  Steps to take in 

an emergency

If your vehicle needs to 

be towed ......................... 425

If you think something is 

wrong .............................. 428

Fuel pump shut off 

system ............................ 429

If a warning light turns on 

or a warning buzzer 
sounds ............................ 430

If a warning message is 

displayed......................... 440

If you have a flat tire.......... 445
If the engine will not 

start................................. 457

If the electronic key does 

not operate properly........ 459

If the vehicle battery is 

discharged ...................... 462

If your vehicle 

overheats ........................ 466

If the vehicle becomes 

stuck ............................... 469

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Press the switch.

All the turn signal lights will flash.
To  turn  them  off,  press  the  switch
once again.

■

Emergency flashers

●

If the emergency flashers are used for a long time while the engine is not
operating, the battery may discharge.

●

If  any  of  the  SRS  airbags  deploy  (inflate)  or  in  the  event  of  a  strong  rear
impact, the emergency flashers will turn on automatically.
The emergency flashers will turn off automatically after operating for approx-
imately 20 minutes. To manually turn the emergency flashers off, press the
switch twice.
(The emergency flashers may not turn on automatically depending on the
force of the impact and conditions of the collision.)

Emergency flashers

The emergency flashers are used to warn other drivers when the
vehicle has to be stopped on the road due to a breakdown, etc.

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 troub

le arises

Steadily step on the brake pedal with both feet and firmly depress it.

Do  not  pump  the  brake  pedal  repeatedly  as  this  will  increase  the  effort
required to slow the vehicle.

Shift the shift lever to N.



If the shift lever is shifted to N
After slowing down, stop the vehicle in a safe place by the road.
Stop the engine.



If the shift lever cannot be shifted to N
Keep depressing the brake pedal with both feet to reduce vehicle
speed as much as possible.
To  stop  the  engine,  press  and
hold  the  engine  switch  for  2
consecutive  seconds  or  more,
or  press  it  briefly  3  times  or
more in succession.

Stop the vehicle in a safe place by the road.

If your vehicle has to be stopped in an 

emergency

Only in an emergency, such as if it becomes impossible to stop
the vehicle in the normal way, stop the vehicle using the follow-
ing procedure:

1

2

3

4

3

Press and hold for 2 seconds or 
more, or press briefly 3 times or more

4

WARNING

■

If the engine has to be turned off while driving

Power  assist  for  the  brakes  and  steering  wheel  will  be  lost,  making  the
brake  pedal  harder  to  depress  and  the  steering  wheel  heavier  to  turn.
Decelerate as much as possible before turning off the engine.

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●

Remove the seat belt first.

●

If the door can be opened, open the door and exit the vehicle.

●

If the door can not be opened, open the window using the power
window switch and exit the vehicle through the window.

●

If the window can not be opened using the power window switch,
remain calm, wait until the water level inside the vehicle rises to the
point that the water pressure inside of the vehicle equals the water
pressure outside of the vehicle, and then open the door and exit the
vehicle.

If the vehicle is trapped in rising water

In the event the vehicle is submerged in water, remain calm and
perform the following.

WARNING

■

Using an emergency hammer

*

 for emergency escape

The rear side windows and rear window of this vehicle can be shattered by
an  emergency  hammer

*

  used  for  emergency  escape,  however,  since  the

windshield  and  front  side  windows  are  laminated  glass  they  can  not  be
shattered by an emergency hammer

*

.

*

: Contact  your  Toyota  dealer  or  aftermarket  accessory  manufacturer  for

further information about an emergency hammer.

■

Escaping the vehicle from the window

There are cases where escaping the vehicle from the window is not possi-
ble due to seating position, passenger body type, etc.
When  using  an  emergency  hammer,  consider  your  seat  location  and  the
size  of  the  window  opening  to  ensure  that  the  opening  is  accessible  and
large enough to escape.

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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

The following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact
your Toyota dealer or commercial towing service before towing.

●

The engine is running but the vehicle does not move.

●

The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.

Do not tow with a sling-type truck
to prevent body damage.

If your vehicle needs to be towed

If  towing  is  necessary,  we  recommend  having  your  vehicle
towed  by  your  Toyota  dealer  or  commercial  towing  service,
using a wheel-lift type truck or flatbed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by all state/
provincial and local laws.

Situations when it is necessary to contact dealers before towing

Towing with a sling-type truck

Towing with a wheel-lift type truck



From the front



From the rear

Release the parking brake.

Use  a  towing  dolly  under  the
front wheels.

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If your vehicle is transported by a
flatbed  truck,  it  should  be  tied
down at the locations shown in the
illustration.

Covers are installed to the tie-down
holes.  After  transporting  the  vehi-
cle, make sure to reinstall the cov-
ers to the holes.

If  you  use  chains  or  cables  to  tie
down  your  vehicle,  the  angles
shaded in black must be 45



.

Do  not  overly  tighten  the  tie
downs or the vehicle may be dam-
aged.

Using a flatbed truck

Front

WARNING

Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.

■

When towing the vehicle

Be sure to transport the vehicle with the
front wheels raised or with all four wheels
raised  off  the  ground.  If  the  vehicle  is
towed  with  the  front  wheels  contacting
the  ground,  the  drivetrain  and  related
parts may be damaged.

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NOTICE

■

To prevent damage to the vehicle when towing using a wheel-lift type
truck

●

Do  not  tow  the  vehicle  from  the  rear  when  the  engine  switch  is  off. The
steering  lock  mechanism  is  not  strong  enough  to  hold  the  front  wheels
straight.

●

When raising the vehicle, ensure adequate ground clearance for towing at
the  opposite  end  of  the  raised  vehicle.  Without  adequate  clearance,  the
vehicle could be damaged while being towed.

■

To prevent damage to the vehicle when towing with a sling-type truck

Do not tow with a sling-type truck, either from the front or rear.

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●

Fluid leaks under the vehicle.
(Water dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal.)

●

Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear

●

Engine coolant temperature gauge needle continually points higher
than normal

●

Changes in exhaust sound

●

Excessive tire squeal when cornering

●

Strange noises related to the suspension system

●

Pinging or other noises related to the engine

●

Engine missing, stumbling or running roughly

●

Appreciable loss of power

●

Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking

●

Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road

●

Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling, pedal almost touches
the floor

If you think something is wrong

If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle proba-
bly  needs  adjustment  or  repair.  Contact  your  Toyota  dealer  as
soon as possible.

Visible symptoms

Audible symptoms

Operational symptoms

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le arises

Follow the procedure below to restart the engine after the system is
activated.

Turn the engine switch off.
Restart the engine.

Fuel pump shut off system

To  minimize  the  risk  of  fuel  leakage  when  the  engine  stalls  or
when  an  airbag  inflates  upon  collision,  the  fuel  pump  shut  off
system stops the supply of fuel to the engine.

NOTICE

■

Before starting the engine

Inspect the ground under the vehicle.
If you find that fuel has leaked onto the ground, the fuel system has been
damaged and is in need of repair. Do not restart the engine.

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If a warning light turns on or a warning 

buzzer sounds

Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights
comes  on  or  flashes.  If  a  light  comes  on  or  flashes,  but  then
goes off, this does not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the
system.  However,  if  this  continues  to  occur,  have  the  vehicle
inspected by your Toyota dealer.

Warning light and warning buzzer list

Warning light

Warning light/Details/Actions

(U.S.A.)

(Red)

(Canada)

Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)

Indicates that:

• The brake fluid level is low; or

• The brake system is malfunctioning



Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and con-

tact your Toyota dealer. Continuing to drive the vehi-

cle may be dangerous.

(Yellow)

Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)

Indicates a malfunction in the electric parking brake



Have  the  vehicle  inspected  by  your  Toyota  dealer

immediately.

High  coolant  temperature  warning  light  (warning
buzzer)

*

1

Indicates that the engine coolant temperature is too high



Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place.

Handling method (



P. 466)

Charging system warning light

*

1

Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system



Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and con-

tact your Toyota dealer.

Low  engine  oil  pressure  warning  light  (warning
buzzer)

*

1

Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low



Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and con-

tact your Toyota dealer.

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le arises

(U.S.A.)

(Canada)

Malfunction indicator lamp

Indicates a malfunction in:

• The electronic engine control system;

• The electronic throttle control system; or

• The electronic automatic transmission control system



Have  the  vehicle  inspected  by  your  Toyota  dealer

immediately.

SRS warning light (warning buzzer)

Indicates a malfunction in:

• The SRS airbag system;

• The front passenger occupant classification system; or

• The seat belt pretensioner system



Have  the  vehicle  inspected  by  your  Toyota  dealer

immediately.

(U.S.A.)

(Canada)

ABS warning light (warning buzzer)

Indicates a malfunction in:

• The ABS; or

• The brake assist system



Have  the  vehicle  inspected  by  your  Toyota  dealer

immediately.

Brake  Override  System/Drive-Start  Control/Intelligent
Clearance Sonar warning light (warning buzzer)

*

1

When a buzzer sounds:

• Brake Override System is malfunctioning;

• Drive-Start Control is operating;

• Drive-Start Control is malfunctioning; or

• The Intelligent Clearance Sonar (if equipped) is operat-

ing (



P. 284)



Follow  the  instructions  displayed  on  the  multi-infor-

mation display.

When a buzzer does not sound:

Brake Override System is operating



Release the accelerator pedal and depress the brake

pedal.

Warning light

Warning light/Details/Actions

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(Flashes)

(U.S.A.)

(Flashes)

(Canada)

Parking brake indicator (warning buzzer)

*

2

It is possible that the parking brake is not fully engaged or
released



Operate the parking brake once again. 

This  light  comes  on  when  the  parking  brake  is  not
released. If the light turns off after the parking brake is fully
released, the system is operating normally.

(Flashes)

Brake hold operated indicator

Indicates a malfunction in the brake hold system



Have  the  vehicle  inspected  by  your  Toyota  dealer
immediately.

(Red/yellow)

Electric  power  steering  system  warning  light  (warning
buzzer)

Indicates a malfunction in the EPS (Electric Power Steer-
ing) system



Have  the  vehicle  inspected  by  your  Toyota  dealer
immediately.

(Amber)

LDA indicator

Indicates a malfunction in the LDA



When  “LDA  Unavailable”  is  displayed  on  the  multi-
information  display,  turn  the  LDA  system  off,  drive
the  vehicle  for  a  short  time,  and  then  turn  the  LDA
system back on. (



P. 242) 

When a message other than above is displayed, fol-
low the instructions displayed in the message.

(Flashes or 

illuminates)

PCS warning light

Indicates a malfunction in the PCS (Pre-Collision System)
or  that  the  system  is  temporarily  unavailable  due  to  the
vehicle  being  extremely  hot/cold,  or  dirt  around  a  front
sensor, etc. (



P. 236, 440)



Follow  the  instructions  displayed  on  the  multi-infor-
mation display. (



P. 236, 440)

If the PCS (Pre-Collision System) or VSC (Vehicle Stability
Control) system is disabled, the PCS warning light will illu-
minate.



P. 237

Warning light

Warning light/Details/Actions

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(If equipped)

(Flashes)

ICS OFF indicator

When a buzzer sounds:
Indicates a malfunction in the Intelligent Clearance Sonar
system 



Have  the  vehicle  inspected  by  your  Toyota  dealer
immediately.

When a buzzer does not sound:
Indicates that the system is temporarily unavailable, possi-
bly due to a sensor being dirty or covered with ice, etc.



Clear the dirt, etc.

Slip indicator

Indicates a malfunction in:
• The VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) system;
• The TRAC (Traction Control) system; or
• The ABS
The light will flash when the VSC or TRAC

 

system is oper-

ating.



Have  the  vehicle  inspected  by  your  Toyota  dealer
immediately.

Low fuel level warning light

Indicates that remaining fuel is approximately 2.2 gal. (8.3
L, 1.6 Imp. gal.)

*

3

Indicates that remaining fuel is approximately 2.4 gal. (9.1
L, 2.0 Imp. gal.)



Refuel the vehicle.

Driver’s  and  front  passenger’s  seat  belt  reminder  light
(warning buzzer)

*

4

Warns  the  driver  and/or  front  passenger  to  fasten  their
seat belts



Fasten the seat belt.
If  the  front  passenger’s  seat  is  occupied,  the  front
passenger’s  seat  belt  also  needs  to  be  fastened  to
make the warning light (warning buzzer) turn off.

Rear  passengers’  seat  belt  reminder  lights  (warning
buzzer)

*

5

Warns the rear passengers to fasten their seat belts.



Fasten the seat belt.

Master warning light (warning buzzer)

A  buzzer  sounds  and  the  warning  light  comes  on  and
flashes  to  indicate  that  the  master  warning  system  has
detected a malfunction.



P. 440

Warning light

Warning light/Details/Actions

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*

1

: This light illuminates on the multi-information display.

*

2

: Parking brake engaged warning buzzer:

A buzzer will sound if the vehicle is driven at a speed of approximately 3
mph (5 km/h) or more.

*

3

: Vehicles with 215/55R17 tires

*

4

: Driver’s seat belt buzzer:

The driver’s seat belt buzzer sounds to alert the driver that his or her seat
belt  is  not  fastened.  Once  the  engine  switch  is  turned  to  IGNITION  ON
mode, the buzzer sounds for 6 seconds. If the vehicle reaches a speed of
12 mph (20 km/h), the buzzer sounds once. If the seat belt is still unfas-
tened after 24 seconds, the buzzer will sound intermittently for 6 seconds.
Then, if the seat belt is still unfastened, the buzzer will sound in a different
tone for 90 more seconds.
Front passenger’s seat belt buzzer:
The front passenger’s seat belt buzzer sounds to alert the front passenger
that  his  or  her  seat  belt  is  not  fastened.  The  buzzer  sounds  once  if  the
vehicle reaches a speed of 12 mph (20 km/h). If the seat belt is still unfas-
tened after 24 seconds, the buzzer will sound intermittently for 6 seconds.
Then, if the seat belt is still unfastened, the buzzer will sound in a different
tone for 90 more seconds.

*

5

: Rear passenger’s seat belt buzzer:

The rear passenger’s seat belt buzzer sounds to alert the rear passenger
that  his  or  her  seat  belt  is  not  fastened.  The  buzzer  sounds  once  if  the
vehicle reaches a speed of 12 mph (20 km/h). If the seat belt is still unfas-
tened after 24 seconds, the buzzer will sound intermittently for 6 seconds.
Then, if the seat belt is still unfastened, the buzzer will sound in a different
tone for 30 more seconds.

Tire pressure warning light

Indicates the following:

• Low tire pressure due to flat tire;

• Low tire pressure due to natural causes; or

• The tire pressure warning system is malfunctioning



Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place.

Handling method (



P. 436)

Warning light

Warning light/Details/Actions

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■

SRS warning light

This warning light system monitors the airbag sensor assembly, front impact
sensors,  side  impact  sensors  (front  door),  side  impact  sensors  (front),  side
impact sensors (rear), driver’s seat position sensor, driver’s seat belt buckle
switch,  front  passenger  occupant  classification  system  (ECU  and  sensors),
“AIR BAG ON” indicator light, “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light, seat belt preten-
sioners, airbags, interconnecting wiring and power sources. (



P. 38) 

■

Front  passenger  detection  sensor,  seat  belt  reminder  and  warning
buzzer

●

If luggage is placed on the front passenger seat, the front passenger detec-
tion sensor may cause the warning light to flash and the warning buzzer to
sound even if a passenger is not sitting in the seat.

●

If a cushion is placed on the seat, the sensor may not detect a passenger,
and the warning light may not operate properly.

■

If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving

First check the following:

●

Is the fuel tank empty?
If it is, fill the fuel tank immediately.

●

Is the fuel tank cap loose?
If it is, tighten it securely.

The light will go off after several driving trips.
If the light does not go off even after several trips, contact your Toyota dealer
as soon as possible.

■

Electric power steering system warning light (warning buzzer)

When  the  battery  charge  becomes  insufficient  or  the  voltage  temporarily
drops, the electric power steering system warning light may come on and the
warning buzzer may sound.

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■

When the tire pressure warning light comes on

Inspect the tires to check if a tire is punctured.
If a tire is punctured: 



P. 445

If none of the tires are punctured:

Turn the engine switch off then turn it to IGNITION ON mode. Check if the

tire pressure warning light comes on or blinks.



If the tire pressure warning light comes on
After  the  temperature  of  the  tires  has  lowered  sufficiently,  check  the

inflation pressure of each tire and adjust them to the specified level.
If  the  warning  light  does  not  turn  off  even  after  several  minutes  have

elapsed, check that the inflation pressure of each tire is at the specified

level and perform initialization. (



P. 395)

If the warning light does not turn off several minutes after the initialization

has  been  performed,  have  the  vehicle  inspected  by  your Toyota  dealer

immediately.



If the tire pressure warning light blinks for 1 minute then stays on

There  may  be  a  malfunction  in  the  tire  pressure  warning  system.  Have

the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.

■

The tire pressure warning light may come on due to natural causes

The tire pressure warning light may come on due to natural causes such

as  natural  air  leaks  and  tire  inflation  pressure  changes  caused  by  tem-

perature. In this case, adjusting the tire inflation pressure will turn off the

warning light (after a few minutes).

■

When a tire is replaced with a spare tire

The compact spare tire is not equipped with a tire pressure warning valve

and transmitter. If a tire goes flat, the tire pressure warning light will not

turn  off  even  though  the  flat  tire  has  been  replaced  with  the  spare  tire.

Replace the spare tire with the repaired tire and adjust the tire inflation

pressure. The tire pressure warning light will go off after a few minutes.

■

Conditions  that  the  tire  pressure  warning  system may  not function

properly



P. 399

■

Warning buzzer

In some cases, the buzzer may not be heard because of noisy place or an
audio sound.

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WARNING

■

If both the ABS and the brake system warning lights remain on

Stop  your  vehicle  in  a  safe  place  immediately  and  contact  your  Toyota
dealer. The vehicle will become extremely unstable during braking, and the
ABS system may fail, which could cause an accident resulting in death or
serious injury.

■

When the electric power steering system warning light comes on

When  the  light  comes  on  yellow,  the  assist  to  the  power  steering  is
restricted. When the light comes on red, the assist to the power steering is
lost  and  handling  operations  of  the  steering  wheel  become  extremely
heavy.  When  steering  wheel  operations  are  heavier  than  usual,  grip  the
steering wheel firmly and operate it using more force than usual.

■

If the tire pressure warning light comes on

Be  sure  to  observe  the  following  precautions.  Failure  to  do  so  could

cause a loss of vehicle control and result in death or serious injury.

●

Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire

inflation pressure immediately.

●

If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pres-

sure adjustment, it is probable that you have a flat tire. Check the tires.

If  a  tire  is  flat,  change  it  with  the  spare  tire  and  have  the  flat  tire

repaired by the nearest Toyota dealer.

●

Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate,

you could lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes.

■

If a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur

The tire pressure warning system may not activate immediately.

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WARNING

■

Maintenance of the tires

Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly

when  cold  and  inflated  to  the  inflation  pressure  recommended  by  the

vehicle  manufacturer  on  the  vehicle  placard  or  tire  inflation  pressure

label (tire and load information label). (If your vehicle has tires of a dif-

ferent size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation

pressure  label  [tire  and  load  information  label],  you  should  determine

the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.)
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire

pressure monitoring system (TPMS-tire pressure warning system) that

illuminates a low tire pressure telltale (tire pressure warning light) when

one  or  more  of  your  tires  is  significantly  under-inflated.  Accordingly,

when  the  low  tire  pressure  telltale  (tire  pressure  warning  light)  illumi-

nates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and

inflate  them  to  the  proper  pressure.  Driving  on  a  significantly  under-

inflated  tire  causes  the  tire  to  overheat  and  can  lead  to  tire  failure.

Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may

affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability.
Please note that the TPMS (tire pressure warning system) is not a sub-

stitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to

maintain  correct  tire  pressure,  even  if  under-inflation  has  not  reached

the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale (tire

pressure warning light).
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS (tire pressure warn-

ing  system)  malfunction  indicator  to  indicate  when  the  system  is  not

operating properly. The TPMS (tire pressure warning system) malfunc-

tion indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale (tire pressure

warning light). When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will

flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illumi-

nated. This sequence will continue upon  subsequent vehicle  start-ups

as long as the malfunction exists. When the malfunction indicator is illu-

minated, the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pres-

sure as intended.
TPMS (tire pressure warning system) malfunctions may occur for a vari-

ety of reasons, including the installation of replacement or alternate tires

or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS (tire pressure warning

system)  from  functioning  properly. Always  check  the TPMS  (tire  pres-

sure  warning  system)  malfunction  telltale  after  replacing  one  or  more

tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alter-

nate tires and wheels allow the TPMS (tire pressure warning system) to

continue to function properly.

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7

W

hen
 troub

le arises

NOTICE

■

To ensure the tire pressure warning system operates properly

Do  not  install  tires  with  different  specifications  or  makers,  as  the  tire

pressure warning system may not operate properly.

440

7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

Master warning light

The  master  warning  light  also
comes  on  or  flashes  in  order  to
indicate  that  a  message  is  cur-
rently being displayed on the multi-
information display.

Multi-information display
Handling method

Follow the instructions of the message on the multi-information display.

If any of the warning messages are shown again after the appropriate
actions have been performed, contact your Toyota dealer.

If a warning message is displayed

The  multi-information  display  shows  warnings  of  system  mal-
functions, incorrectly performed operations, and messages that
indicate  a  need  for  maintenance.  When  a  message  is  shown,
perform the correction procedure appropriate to the message.

1

2

3

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7

W

hen
 troub

le arises

The warning lights and warning buzzers operate as follows depending
on the content of the message. If a message indicates the need for
inspection  by  a  dealer,  have  the  vehicle  inspected  by  your  Toyota
dealer immediately.

The  operation  of  the  warning  lights  and  warning  buzzers  may  differ
from  those  stated.  In  this  case,  perform  the  correction  procedure
according to the displayed message.

*

: A buzzer sounds the first time a message is shown on the multi-informa-

tion display.

Messages and warnings

System 

warning 

light

Warning buzzer

*

Warning

Comes 

on



Sounds

Indicates  an  important  situation,
such as when a system related to
driving  is  malfunctioning  or  that
danger may result if the correction
procedure is not performed



Comes 

on or 

flashes

Sounds

Indicates  an  important  situation,
such as when the systems shown
on  the  multi-information  display
may be malfunctioning

Flashes



Sounds

Indicates  a  situation,  such  as
when  damage  to  the  vehicle  or
danger may result

Comes 

on



Does not sound

Indicates a condition, such as mal-
function  of  electrical  components,
their  condition,  or  indicates  the
need for maintenance

Flashes



Does not sound

Indicates  a  situation,  such  as
when an  operation  has been  per-
formed  incorrectly,  or  indicates
how  to  perform  an  operation  cor-
rectly

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■

Warning messages

The warning messages explained below may differ from the actual messages
according to operation conditions and vehicle specifications.

■

System warning lights

The master warning light does not come on or flash in the following cases.
Instead, a separate system warning light will come on along with a message
shown on the multi-information display.

●

Malfunction in the ABS 
The ABS warning light comes on. (



P. 431)

●

Malfunction in the tire pressure warning system 
The tire pressure warning light comes on. (



P. 434)

●

Remaining fuel level is low 
The low fuel level warning light comes on. (



P. 433)

■

If a message instructing to refer to the Owner’s Manual is displayed

●

If the following messages are shown, there may be a malfunction.
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer.
Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
• “Low Braking Power Stop in a Safe Place See Owner’s Manual”
• “Oil Pressure Low Stop in a Safe Place See Owner’s Manual”
• “Charging System Malfunction Stop in a Safe Place See Owner’s Man-

ual”

●

If the following message is shown, there may be a malfunction.
Immediately have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
• “Smart Key System Malfunction See Owner’s Manual”

●

If “Engine Coolant Temp High Stop in a Safe Place See Owner’s Manual” is
displayed, follow the instructions accordingly. (



P. 466)

■

If “Shift to P Before Exiting Vehicle” is shown

Message  is  displayed  when  the  driver’s  door  is  opened  without  turning  the
engine switch off with the shift lever in any position other than P.
Shift the shift lever to P.

■

If “Auto Power Off to Conserve Battery” is displayed

Power was turned off due to the automatic power off function.
Next time when starting the engine, increase the engine speed slightly and
maintain that level for approximately 5 minutes to recharge the battery.

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hen
 troub

le arises

■

If “A New Key has been Registered Contact Your Dealer for Details” is
displayed

This message will be displayed each time the driver’s door is opened when
the doors are unlocked from the outside for approximately one week after a
new electronic key has been registered.
If this message is displayed but you have not had a new electronic key regis-
tered,  ask  your Toyota  dealer  to  check  if  an  unknown  electronic  key  (other
than those in your possession) has been registered.

■

When “Headlight System Malfunction Visit Your Dealer” is displayed

The following systems may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by
your Toyota dealer immediately.

●

The LED headlight system

●

Automatic High Beam

■

“Front  Camera  Unavailable”  or  “Front  Camera  Unavailable  Remove
Debris On Windshield” is displayed

The  following  systems  may  be  suspended  until  the  problem  shown  in  the
message is resolved.

●

PCS (Pre-Collision System)

●

LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control)

●

Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range

●

Automatic High Beam

■

If “Maintenance Required Soon” is displayed

Indicates that all maintenance according to the driven distance on the mainte-
nance schedule

*

 should be performed soon.

Comes on approximately 4500 miles (7200 km) after the message has been
reset.
If necessary, perform maintenance. Please reset the message after the main-
tenance is performed. (



P. 373)

*

: Refer to the separate “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual

Supplement” for the maintenance interval applicable to your vehicle.

■

If “Maintenance Required Visit Your Dealer” is displayed

Indicates that all maintenance is required to correspond to the driven distance
on the maintenance schedule

*

.

Comes on approximately 5000 miles (8000 km) after the message has been
reset.
(The indicator will not work properly unless the message has been reset.)
Perform  the  necessary  maintenance.  Please  reset  the  message  after  the
maintenance is performed. (



P. 373)

*

: Refer to the separate “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual

Supplement” for the maintenance interval applicable to your vehicle.

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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

■

If “Engine Oil Level Low Add or Replace” is displayed

The engine oil level may be low. Check the level of the engine oil, and add
engine  oil  if  necessary.  This  message  may  be  displayed  if  the  vehicle  is
stopped on a slope. Move the vehicle to a level surface and check if the mes-
sage disappears.

■

Warning buzzer



P. 436

NOTICE

■

If “High Power Consumption Power to Climate Temporarily Limited” is
frequently shown

There is a possible malfunction relating to the charging system or the bat-
tery may be deteriorating. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.

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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

7

W

hen
 troub

le arises

●

Stop the vehicle in a safe place on a hard, flat surface.

●

Set the parking brake.

●

Shift the shift lever to P.

●

Stop the engine.

●

Turn on the emergency flashers. (



P. 422)

If you have a flat tire

Your  vehicle  is  equipped  with  a  spare  tire.  The  flat  tire  can  be
replaced with the spare tire.
For details about tires: 



P. 393

WARNING

■

If you have a flat tire

Do not continue driving with a flat tire.

Driving even a short distance with a flat tire can damage the tire and the

wheel beyond repair, which could result in an accident.

Before jacking up the vehicle

446

7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

Location of the spare tire, jack and tools

Luggage floor cover
Wheel nut wrench
Jack

Spare tire
Jack handle

1

2

3

4

5

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hen
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le arises

WARNING

■

Using the tire jack

Observe the following precautions. 

Improper use of the tire jack may cause the vehicle to suddenly fall off

the jack, leading to death or serious injury.

●

Do not use the tire jack for any purpose other than replacing tires or

installing and removing tire chains.

●

Only use the tire jack that comes with this vehicle for replacing a flat

tire. 

Do  not  use  it  on  other  vehicles,  and  do  not  use  other  tire  jacks  for

replacing tires on this vehicle.

●

Put the jack properly in its jack point.

●

Do not put any part of your body under the vehicle while it is supported

by the jack.

●

Do  not  start  the  engine  or  drive  the  vehicle  while  the  vehicle  is  sup-

ported by the jack.

●

Do not raise the vehicle while someone is inside.

●

When raising the vehicle, do not put an object on or under the jack.

●

Do  not  raise  the  vehicle  to  a  height  greater  than  that  required  to

replace the tire.

●

Use a jack stand if it is necessary to get under the vehicle.

●

When  lowering  the  vehicle,  make  sure  that  there  is  no-one  near  the

vehicle. If there are people nearby, warn them vocally before lowering.

NOTICE

■

To prevent damage to the vehicle when using a jack

When  jacking  up  the  rear  of  the  vehi-

cle, make sure not to position the jack

under the bracket shown in the illustra-

tion  near  the  rear  jack  point,  as  the

vehicle body may be damaged.

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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

Lift up the hook of the luggage
floor cover on the trunk floor.

Secure the luggage floor cover
using the hook provided.

Remove the jack.

Lift up the hook of the luggage
floor cover on the trunk floor.

Taking out the jack

1

2

3

Taking out the spare tire

1

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7

W

hen
 troub

le arises

Secure the luggage floor cover
using the hook provided.

Remove the tool tray.

Loosen the center fastener that
secures the spare tire.

When  taking  out  or  stowing  the

spare  tire,  make  sure  to  firmly

hold opposite end of the tire.

2

3

4

WARNING

■

When storing the spare tire

Be careful not to catch fingers or other body parts between the spare

tire and the body of the vehicle.

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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

Chock the tires.

Slightly  loosen  the  wheel  nuts
(one turn).

Turn the tire jack portion “A” by
hand until the notch of the jack
is in contact with the jack point.

To prevent damage to the vehicle

when using the jack, position the

jack in the correct location. 

(



P. 447)

The jack point guides are located

under  the  rocker  panel.  They

indicate the jack point positions.

Replacing a flat tire

1

Flat tire

Wheel chock positions

Front

Left-hand side

Behind the rear right-hand side tire

Right-hand side

Behind the rear left-hand side tire

Rear

Left-hand side

In front of the front right-hand side tire

Right-hand side

In front of the front left-hand side tire

2

3

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7

W

hen
 troub

le arises

Assemble the jack handle.

Raise the vehicle until the tire is
slightly raised off the ground.

Remove all the wheel nuts and
the tire.

When  resting  the  tire  on  the

ground, place the tire so that the

wheel  design  faces  up  to  avoid

scratching the wheel surface.

4

5

6

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WARNING

■

Replacing a flat tire

●

Do not touch the disc wheels or the area around the brakes immedi-

ately after the vehicle has been driven.

After the vehicle has been driven the disc wheels and the area around

the brakes will be extremely hot. Touching these areas with hands, feet

or other body parts while changing a tire, etc. may result in burns.

●

Failure  to  follow  these  precautions  could  cause  the  wheel  nuts  to

loosen and the tire to fall off, resulting in death or serious injury.
• Have the wheel nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 76 ft•lbf (103

N•m, 10.5 kgf•m) as soon as possible after changing wheels.

• Do not attach a heavily damaged wheel ornament, as it may fly off

the wheel while the vehicle is moving.

• When installing a tire, only use wheel nuts that have been specifi-

cally designed for that wheel.

• If  there  are  any  cracks  or  deformations  in  the  bolt  screws,  nut

threads  or  bolt  holes  of  the  wheel,  have  the  vehicle  inspected  by

your Toyota dealer.

• When  installing  the  wheel  nuts,  be  sure  to  install  them  with  the

tapered ends facing inward. (



P. 411)

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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

7

W

hen
 troub

le arises

Remove any dirt or foreign mat-
ter from the wheel contact sur-
face.

If  foreign  matter  is  on  the  wheel

contact  surface,  the  wheel  nuts

may loosen while the vehicle is in

motion,  causing  the  tire  to  come

off.

Install  the  tire  and  loosely  tighten  each  wheel  nut  by  hand  by
approximately the same amount.

Tighten  the  wheel  nuts  until  the

tapered portion comes into loose

contact with the disc wheel seat.

Lower the vehicle.

Firmly  tighten  each  wheel  nut
two  or  three  times  in  the  order
shown in the illustration.

Tightening torque:

76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)

Stow the flat tire, tire jack and all tools.

Installing the spare tire

1

2

Tapered portion

Disc wheel 
seat

3

4

5

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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

■

The compact spare tire

●

The  compact  spare  tire  is  identified  by  the  label  “TEMPORARY  USE

ONLY” on the tire sidewall.

Use the compact spare tire temporarily, and only in an emergency.

●

Make sure to check the tire inflation pressure of the compact spare tire. 

(



P. 478)

■

When using the compact spare tire

As  the  compact  spare  tire  is  not  equipped  with  a  tire  pressure  warning

valve and transmitter, low inflation pressure of the spare tire will not be

indicated  by  the  tire  pressure  warning  system. Also,  if  you  replace  the

compact spare tire after the tire pressure warning light comes on, the light

remains on.

■

When the compact spare tire is equipped

When driving with the compact spare tire installed, the vehicle height will

be different than when driving with standard tires.

■

If you have a flat front tire on a road covered with snow or ice

Install  the  compact  spare  tire  on  one  of  the  rear  wheels  of  the  vehicle.

Perform the following steps and fit tire chains to the front tires:

Replace a rear tire with the compact spare tire.
Replace the flat front tire with the tire removed from the rear of the vehi-

cle.
Fit tire chains to the front tires.

1

2

3

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7

W

hen
 troub

le arises

WARNING

■

When using the compact spare tire

●

Remember  that  the  compact  spare  tire  provided  is  specifically

designed for use with your vehicle. Do not use your compact spare tire

on another vehicle.

●

Do not use more than one compact spare tires simultaneously.

●

Replace the compact spare tire with a standard tire as soon as possi-

ble.

●

Avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt steering, sudden braking and shift-

ing operations that cause sudden engine braking.

■

When the compact spare tire is attached

The vehicle speed may not be correctly detected, and the following sys-

tems may not operate correctly:

*

:

If equipped

■

Speed limit when using the compact spare tire

Do not drive at speeds in excess of 50 mph (80 km/h) when a compact

spare tire is installed on the vehicle.
The compact spare tire is not designed for driving at high speeds. Fail-

ure to observe this precaution may lead to an accident causing death or

serious injury.

■

After using the tools and jack

Before driving, make sure all the tools and jack are securely in place in

their storage location to reduce the possibility of personal injury during a

collision or sudden braking.

• ABS & Brake assist

• VSC

• TRAC

• EPS

• Automatic High Beam

• Dynamic  radar  cruise  control

with full-speed range

• LDA (Lane Departure Alert with

steering control)

• PCS (Pre-Collision System)

• Tire pressure warning system

• BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)
•

Intuitive parking assist

*

•

Intelligent  Clearance  Sonar
(ICS)

*

•

Rear view monitor system

*

• Toyota parking assist monitor

•

Panoramic view monitor

*

•

Navigation system

*