Toyota Avalon (2021 year). Manual in english - part 6

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Push the button to open the glove
box.

The glove box  light turns on when  the engine switch is in ACCESSORY  or
IGNITION ON mode.

Push the knob.

■

Console box tray

■

Console box light

The console box light turns on when the engine switch is in ACCESSORY or
IGNITION ON mode.

Glove box

Console box

The tray can be removed.

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●

When storing a bottle, close the cap.

●

The bottle may not be stored depending on its size or shape.

Bottle holders



Front



Rear

WARNING

Do not place anything other than a bottle in the bottle holders.
Other items may be thrown out of the holders in the event of an accident or
sudden braking and cause injury.

NOTICE

Put the cap on before stowing a bottle. Do not place open bottles in the bot-
tle holders, or glass or paper cups containing liquid. The contents may spill
and glass cups may break.

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Cup holders



Front



Rear

Pull the armrest down.

WARNING

●

Do not place any objects that fit loosely or are very tall in the cup holders,
otherwise they may fall out while driving, possibly leading to an accident.

●

To prevent burns, cover hot drinks when placed in the cup holders.

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■

When small items are placed on top of the tray (type C)

Auxiliary boxes



Type A (if equipped)



Type B

Push the lid.

Pull the armrest down.



Type C

Opening: 
Push the tray forward until it locks. 
Closing: 
Push the tray forward to release the lock and the tray will automati-
cally close.

The tray can be opened while small items
are placed on it.

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When using wireless charger (if equipped)

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WARNING

■

Items unsuitable for storing (type A)

Do not store items heavier than 0.4 lb. (0.2 kg).
Doing so may cause the auxiliary box to open and the items inside may fall
out, resulting in an accident.

NOTICE

■

When opening or closing the tray (type C)

●

To prevent damaging small items, when opening the tray while small items
are placed on it, make sure the items will not get caught.

●

To prevent damaging the tray, do not pull the tray to close it. Doing so may
damage the tray.

●

When on a steep downward incline, the tray may be slow to close auto-
matically.  In  this  case,  the  tray  can  be  pulled  closed  after  pushing  it  to
release the lock.

Open tray

WARNING

Do not store items in the tray that can easily shift or roll out.
Failure to do so may cause items to be thrown out of the tray in the event of
sudden  braking  or  steering.  In  these  cases,  the  items  may  interfere  with
pedal operation or cause driver distraction, resulting in an accident.

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Trunk features

Grocery bag hooks

NOTICE

To prevent damage to the hooks, do not apply too much load to the hooks.

Cargo net

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To  set  the  visor  in  the  forward
position, flip it down.
To set the visor in the side posi-
tion,  flip  down,  unhook,  and
swing it to the side.
To use the side extender, place
the  visor  in  the  side  position,
then slide it backward.

Open the cover to use.

The  light  turns  on  when  the  cover
is opened.

If the vanity lights remain on for 20 minutes while the engine is off, the lights
will turn off automatically.

Other interior features

Sun visors

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Vanity mirrors

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Please use as a power supply for electronic goods that use less than
12 VDC/10 A (power consumption of 120 W). 
Open the lid.

■

The power outlet can be used when

The engine switch is in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode.

■

When turning the engine switch off 

Disconnect electrical devices with charging functions, such as mobile battery
packs.
If such devices are left connected, the engine switch may not be turned off
normally.

Power outlet

NOTICE

●

To avoid damaging the power outlet, close the power outlet lid when it is
not in use. 
Foreign objects or liquids that enter the power outlet may cause a short
circuit.

●

To prevent battery discharge, do not use the power outlet longer than nec-
essary when the engine is not running.

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The USB charging ports are used to supply 2.5 A (USB Type-A port)
or  3.0 A  (USB  Type-C  port)  of  electricity  at  5  V  to  external  devices
(power consumption of 12.5 W [USB Type-A port] or 15 W [USB Type-
C port]).
The USB charging ports are for charging only. They are not designed
for data transfer or other purposes.
Depending on the external device, it may not charge properly. Refer to
the  manual  included  with  the  device  before  using  a  USB  charging
port.

■

Using the USB charging ports

■

The USB charging ports can be used when

The engine switch is in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode.

■

Situations in which the USB charging ports may not operate correctly

●

If a device which consumes more than 2.5 A at 5 V (12.5 W) (USB Type-A
port) or 3.0 A at 5 V (15 W) (USB Type-C port) is connected

●

If a device designed to communicate with a personal computer, such as a
USB memory device, is connected

●

If the connected external device is turned off (depending on device)

●

If the temperature inside the vehicle is high, such as after the vehicle has
been parked in the sun

■

About connected external devices

Depending on the connected external device, charging may occasionally be
suspended and then start again. This is not a malfunction.

USB charging ports



Front



Rear

Open the console box lid.

Open the lid.

USB Type-A port

USB Type-C port

USB Type-A port

USB Type-C port

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Cable pass through

●

The cutouts on the console box rim allow
power  cables  to  be  passed  through
when the console box lid is closed.

●

An electronic device on the console box
tray can be recharged by running power
cables through the clearance of the tray
and  connecting  it  to  the  USB  charging
ports underneath the tray.

To  prevent  damage  to  the  charging
port of an electronic device when it is
placed  on  the  tray  while  it  is  being
charged,  place  the  connector  side  of
the device on the raised portions near
the cutout.

NOTICE

■

To prevent damage to the USB charging ports

●

Do not insert foreign objects into the ports.

●

Do not spill water or other liquids into the ports.

●

Rear USB charging ports: When the USB charging ports are not in use,
close the lids. If a foreign object or liquid enters a port may cause a short
circuit.

●

Do not apply excessive force to or impact the USB charging ports.

●

Do not disassemble or modify the USB charging ports.

■

To prevent damage to external devices

●

Do not leave external devices in the vehicle. The temperature inside the
vehicle may become high, resulting in damage to an external device.

●

Do not push down on or apply unnecessary force to an external device or
the cable of an external device while it is connected.

■

To prevent battery discharge

Do not use the USB charging ports for a long period of time with the engine
stopped.

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A  portable  device,  such  as  a  smartphone  or  mobile  battery,  can  be
charged by just placing it on the charging area, provided the device is
compatible  with  the  Qi  wireless  charging  standard  created  by  the
Wireless Power Consortium.
The  wireless  charger  cannot  be  used  with  a  portable  device  that  is
larger than the charging area. Additionally, depending on the portable
device,  the  wireless  charger  may  not  operate  properly.  Refer  to  the
operation manual of the portable device.

■

The “Qi” symbol

The “Qi” symbol is a trademark of the Wireless Power Consortium.

■

Name for all parts

Power supply switch
Operation indicator light
Charge area

Wireless charger (if equipped)

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Using the wireless charger

Push  the  open  tray  forward
until it locks. (

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Press  the  power  supply
switch  of  the  wireless  char-
ger.

Pressing  the  switch  again  turns
the wireless charger off.
When  turned  on,  the  operation
indicator light (green) comes on.
When  the  engine  switch  is  turned  off,  the  on/off  state  of  the  wireless
charger will be memorized.

Place  a  portable  device  on
the  charging  area  with  its
charging 

surface 

facing

down.

While  charging,  the  operation
indicator  light  (orange)  will  be
illuminated.
If  charging  does  not  begin,
move  the  portable  device  as
close  to  the  center  of  the
charging area as possible.
When charging is complete, the operation indicator light (green) will illu-
minate.

●

Recharging function

• If a certain amount of time has elapsed since charging com-

pleted and the portable device has not been moved, the wire-
less charger will restart charging.

• If  the  portable  device  is  moved  within  the  charging  area,

charging will stop temporarily then restart.

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Operation indicator light status

*

: Depending on the portable device, the operation indicator light may stay

illuminated (orange) after charging has completed.

●

If the operation indicator light blinks
If  an  error  is  detected,  the  operation  indicator  light  will  blink
(orange).  Take  the  appropriate  measures  according  to  the  table
below.

Operation indicator light

State

Off

The Wireless charger is off

Green (illuminated)

Standby (charging is possible)

Charging is complete

*

Orange (illuminated)

A  portable  device  has  been  placed  on  the
charging  area  (identifying  the  portable
device)

Charging in progress

Operation indicator light

Suspected causes

Measure

Blinks  (orange)  at  a
one  second  interval
continuously

Vehicle to charger com-
munication failure.

Contact  your  Toyota
dealer.

Blinks (orange) 3 times
repeatedly

A  foreign  object  exists
between  the  portable
device  and  charging
area.

Remove  the  foreign
object.

Portable  device  is  not
positioned  properly  on
the charging area.

Move 

the 

portable

device  toward  the  cen-
ter  of  the  charging
area.

Blinks (orange) 4 times
repeatedly

The temperature of the
wireless  charger  is
excessively high.

Stop  charging  immedi-
ately 

and 

continue

charging after a while.

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The wireless charger can be operated when

The engine switch is in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode.

■

Portable devices that can be charged

●

Portable devices compatible with the Qi wireless charging standard can be
charged  by  the  wireless  charger.  However,  compatibility  with  all  devices
which meet the Qi wireless charging standard is not guaranteed.

●

The  wireless  charger  is  designed  to  supply  low  power  electricity  (5  W  or
less) to a cellular phone, smartphone, or other portable device.

■

If a cover or accessory is attached to the portable device

Do not charge a portable device if a cover or accessory which is not Qi com-
patible  is  attached.  Depending  on  the  type  of  cover  and/or  accessory
attached, it may not be possible to charge the portable device. If the portable
device is placed on the charging area and does not charge, remove the cover
and/or accessories.

■

If interference is heard in AM radio broadcasts while charging

Turn  off  the  wireless  charger  and  check  if  the  noise  is  reduced.  If  noise  is
reduced, press and hold the power supply switch of the wireless charger for 2
seconds. The frequency of the wireless charger is changed and noise may be
reduced.  When  the  frequency  is  changed,  the  operation  indicator  light  will
blink (orange) 2 times.

■

Charging precautions

●

If  the  electronic  key  cannot  be  detected  in  the  cabin,  charging  cannot  be
performed. When a door is opened and closed, charging may be temporarily
suspended.

●

While  charging,  the  wireless  charger  and  the  portable  device  will  become
warm. This is not a malfunction.
If a portable device becomes warm while charging and charging stops due
to  the  protection  function  of  the  portable  device,  wait  until  the  portable
device cools down and charge it again.

■

Sound generated during operation

When the power supply switch is turned on or while a portable device is being
identified, operation sounds may be heard. This is not a malfunction.

■

Cleaning the wireless charger

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Certification for the wireless charger

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WARNING

■

Caution while driving

When charging a portable device while driving, for safety reasons, the driver
should not operate the portable device.

■

Caution regarding interference with electronic devices

People  with  implantable  cardiac  pacemakers,  cardiac  resynchronization
therapy  pacemakers  or  implantable  cardioverter  defibrillators,  as  well  as
any other electrical medical device, should consult their physician about the
usage of the wireless charger.
Operations of the wireless charger may have an affect on medical devices.

■

To prevent damage or burns

Observe the following precautions.
Failure  to  do  so  may  result  in  the  possibility  of  fire,  equipment  failure  or
damage, or burns due to heat.

●

Do not put any metallic objects between the charging area and the porta-
ble device while charging.

●

Do not attach metallic objects, such as aluminum stickers, to the charging
area.

●

Do  not  cover  the  wireless  charger  with  a  cloth  or  other  object  while
charging.

●

Do not attempt to charge portable devices which are not compatible with
the Qi wireless charging standard.

●

Do not disassemble, modify or remove the wireless charger.

●

Do not apply force or impact to the wireless charger.

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NOTICE

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Conditions in which the wireless charger may not operate correctly

In the following situations, the wireless charger may not operate correctly:

●

When a portable device is fully charged

●

When  there  is  a  foreign  object  between  the  charging  area  and  portable
device

●

When a portable device becomes hot while charging

●

When  a portable device  is  placed on  the  wireless  area  with its charging
surface facing up

●

When a portable device is not centered on the charging area

●

When  the  vehicle  is  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 the portable device is in contact with, or is covered by any of the fol-
lowing metallic objects:
• Cards to which aluminum foil is attached
• Cigarette boxes that have aluminum foil inside
• Metallic wallets or bags
• Coins
• Metal hand warmers
• Media such as CDs and DVDs

●

When wireless keys (that emit radio waves) other than those of your vehi-
cle are being used nearby.

If in situations other than above the wireless charger does not operate prop-
erly or the operation indicator light is blinking, the wireless charger may be
malfunctioning. Contact your Toyota dealer.

■

To prevent failure or damage to data

●

Do not bring magnetic cards, such as a credit card, or magnetic recording
media, close to the wireless charger while charging. Otherwise, data may
be erased due to the influence of magnetism. 
Additionally,  do  not  bring  precision  instruments  such  as  wrist  watches,
close to the wireless charger, as such objects may malfunction.

●

Do  not  leave  portable  devices  in  the  cabin.  The  temperature  inside  the
cabin may become high when parked in the sun, and cause damage to the
device.

■

To prevent battery discharge

Do not use the wireless charger for a long period of time with the engine
stopped.

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Fold down the armrest for use.

An assist grip installed on the ceil-
ing  can  be  used  to  support  your
body while sitting on the seat.

Armrest

NOTICE

To prevent damage to the armrest, do not apply too much load on the arm-
rest.

Assist grips

WARNING

Do not use the assist grip when getting in or out of the vehicle or rising from
your seat.

NOTICE

To prevent damage to the assist grip, do not put a heavy load on the assist
grip.

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Coat  hooks  are  provided  on  the
rear assist grips.

Coat hooks

WARNING

Do not hang coat hangers or other hard or sharp objects on the hook. If the
SRS  curtain  shield  airbags  deploy,  these  items  may  become  projectiles,
causing death or serious injury.

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The HomeLink

®

 wireless control system in your vehicle has 3 buttons

which can be programmed to operate 3 different devices. Refer to the
programming  methods  on  the  following  pages  to  determine  the
method which is appropriate for the device.

HomeLink

®

 indicator light

Garage  door  operation  indica-
tors
HomeLink

®

 icon

Illuminates  while  HomeLink

®

  is

operating.

Buttons

■

Before programming the HomeLink

®

●

During programming, it is possible that garage doors, gates, or
other devices may operate. For this reason, make sure that peo-
ple and objects are clear of the garage door or other devices to
prevent injury or other potential harm.

●

It  is  recommended  that  a  new  battery  be  placed  in  the  remote
control transmitter for more accurate programming.

●

Garage  door  opener  motors  manufactured  after  1995  may  be
equipped with rolling code protection. If this is the case, you may
need  a  stepladder  or  other  sturdy,  safe  device  to  reach  the
“Learn” or “Smart” button on the garage door opener motor.

Garage door opener





: If equipped

The garage door opener can be programmed to operate garage
doors,  gates,  entry  doors,  door  locks,  home  lighting  systems,
security systems, and other devices.

HomeLink

®

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Programming the HomeLink

®

Steps 

 through 

 must be performed within 60 seconds, other-

wise the indicator light will stop flashing and programming will not
be able to be completed.

Press  and  release  the  HomeLink

®

  button  you  want  to  program

and check that the HomeLink

®

 indicator light flashes orange.

Point  the  remote  control
transmitter  for  the  device  at
the rear view mirror, 1 to 3 in.
(25  to  75  mm)  from  the
HomeLink

®

 buttons.

Keep  the  HomeLink

®

  indicator

light in view while programming.

Program a device.



Programming  a  device  other  than  an  entry  gate  (for  U.S.A.
owners)

Press  and  hold  the  remote  control  transmitter  button  until  the
HomeLink

®

 indicator light changes from slowly flashing orange to

rapidly  flashing  green  (rolling  code)  or  continuously  lit  green
(fixed code), then release the button.



Programming an entry gate (for U.S.A. owners)/Programming
a device in the Canadian market

Press and release the remote control transmitter button at 2 sec-
ond  intervals,  repeatedly,  until  the  HomeLink

®

  indicator  light

changes  from  slowly  flashing  orange  to  rapidly  flashing  green
(rolling code) or continuously lit green (fixed code).

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Test  the  HomeLink

®

  operation  by  pressing  the  newly  pro-

grammed button and observing the indicator light:

●

Indicator  light  illuminates:  Programming  of  a  fixed  code  device
has completed. The garage door or other device should operate
when a HomeLink

®

 button is pressed and released.

●

Indicator light flashes rapidly: The garage door opener motor or
other  device  is  equipped  with  a  rolling  code.  To  complete  pro-
gramming, firmly press and hold the HomeLink

®

 button for 2 sec-

onds then release it.

●

If the garage door or other device does not operate, proceed to
“Programming a rolling code system”.
Repeat the steps above to program another device for any of the
remaining HomeLink

®

 buttons.

■

Programming a rolling code system

2 or more people may be necessary to complete rolling code pro-
gramming.

Locate the “Learn” or “Smart”
button  on  the  garage  door
opener motor in the garage.

This button can usually be found
where the hanging antenna wire
is  attached  to  the  unit.  The
name  and  color  of  the  button
may  vary  by  manufacturer.
Refer  to  the  Owner’s  manual
supplied  with  the  garage  door
opener motor for details.

Press  and  release  the
“Learn” or “Smart” button. 
Perform 

  within  30  sec-

onds after performing 

.

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Press  and  hold  the  desired
HomeLink

®

 button (inside the

vehicle)  for  2  seconds  and
release  it.  Repeat  this
sequence 

(press/hold/

release)  up  to  3  times  to
complete programming.
If  the  garage  door  opener
motor  operates  when  the
HomeLink

®

 

button 

is

pressed,  the  garage  door
opener motor recognizes the
HomeLink

®

 signal.

■

Enabling 2-way communication with a garage door (only avail-
able for compatible devices)

When enabled, 2-way communication allows you to check the sta-
tus of the opening and closing of a garage door through indicators
in your vehicle.
2-way  communication  is  only  available  if  the  garage  door  opener
motor used is a compatible device. (To check device compatibility,
refer to www.HomeLink.com.)

Within 5 seconds after programming the garage door opener has
been  completed,  if  the  garage  door  opener  motor  is  trained  to
HomeLink

®

, both garage door operation indicators will flash rap-

idly  green  and  the  light  on  the  garage  door  opener  motor  will
blink twice, indicating that 2-way communication is enabled.

If the indicators do not flash, perform 

 and 

 within the first 10

presses  of  the  HomeLink

®

  button  after  programming  has  been

completed.

Press  a  programmed  HomeLink

®

  button  to  operate  a  garage

door.
Within  1  minute  of  pressing  the  HomeLink

®

  button,  after  the

garage door operation has stopped, press the “Learn” or “Smart”
button on the garage door opener motor. Within 5 seconds of the
establishment  of  2-way  communication  with  the  garage  door
opener, both garage door operation indicators in the vehicle will
flash rapidly green and the light on the garage door opener motor
will blink twice, indicating that 2-way communication is enabled.

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Reprogramming a single HomeLink

®

 button

When the following procedure is performed, buttons which already
have devices registered to them can be overwritten:

With one hand, press and hold the desired HomeLink

®

 button.

When the HomeLink

®

 indicator starts flashing orange, continue

to  hold  the  HomeLink

®

  button  and  perform  “Programming  the

HomeLink

®

” 

 (it takes 20 seconds for the HomeLink

®

 indicator

to start flashing).

Press  the  appropriate  HomeLink

®

  button.  The  HomeLink

®

  indicator

light should turn on.

The  status  of  the  opening  and
closing of a garage door is shown
by the indicators.

Opening
Closing

This function is only available if the
garage door opener motor used is
a  compatible  device.  (To  check
device  compatibility,  refer  to
www.HomeLink.com.)

The indicators can operate within approximately 820 ft. (250 m) of
the  garage  door.  However,  if  there  are  obstructions  between  the
garage door and the vehicle, such as houses and trees, feedback
signals from the garage door may not be received. To recall the pre-
vious  door  operation  status,  press  and  release  either  HomeLink

®

buttons 

 and 

 or 

 and 

 simultaneously.

The last recorded status will be displayed for 3 seconds.

Operating the HomeLink

®

Garage door operation indicators

1
2

1

1
2

Color

Status

Orange (flashing)

Currently opening/closing

Green

Opening/closing has completed

Red (flashing)

Feedback signals cannot be received

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Press and hold the 2 outside but-
tons  for  10  seconds  until  the
HomeLink

®

 

indicator 

light

changes  from  continuously  lit
orange to rapidly flashing green.

If you sell your vehicle, be sure to
erase  the  programs  stored  in  the
HomeLink

®

 memory.

■

Codes stored in the HomeLink

®

 memory

●

The  registered  codes  are  not  erased  even  if  the  battery  cable  is  discon-
nected.

●

If  learning  failed  when  registering  a  different  code  to  a  HomeLink

®

  button

that already has a code registered to it, the already registered code will not
be erased.

■

Before programming

●

Install a new battery in the transmitter.

●

The battery side of the transmitter must be pointed away from the Home-
Link

®

.

■

Certification for the garage door opener



For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.

Erasing the entire HomeLink

®

 memory (all three codes)

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

For vehicles sold in Canada

■

When support is necessary

Visit on the web at www.homelink.com/toyota or call 1-800-355-3515.

WARNING

■

When programming a garage door or other remote control device

The  garage  door  or  other  device  may  operate,  so  ensure  people  and
objects are out of danger to prevent potential harm.

■

Conforming to federal safety standards

Do  not  use  the  HomeLink

®

  compatible  transceiver  with  any  garage  door

opener or device that lacks safety stop and reverse features as required by
federal safety standards. This includes any garage door that cannot detect
an interfering object. A door or device without these features increases the
risk of death or serious injury.

■

When operating or programming HomeLink

®

Never allow a child to operate or play with the HomeLink

®

 buttons.

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6-1.  Maintenance and care

Cleaning and protecting 

the vehicle exterior.......... 366

Cleaning and protecting 

the vehicle interior........... 369

6-2.  Maintenance

Maintenance 

requirements................... 372

General maintenance........ 374
Emission inspection and 

maintenance (I/M) 
programs......................... 378

6-3.  Do-it-yourself 

maintenance

Do-it-yourself service 

precautions ..................... 379

Hood ................................. 381
Positioning a floor jack ...... 382
Engine compartment......... 383
Tires .................................. 394
Tire inflation pressure ....... 408
Wheels .............................. 411
Air conditioning filter.......... 413
Electronic key battery........ 415
Checking and replacing 

fuses ............................... 418

Light bulbs......................... 421

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●

Working  from  top  to  bottom,  liberally  apply  water  to  the  vehicle
body, wheel wells and underside of the vehicle to remove any dirt
and dust.

●

Wash  the  vehicle  body  using  a  sponge  or  soft  cloth,  such  as  a
chamois.

●

For hard-to-remove marks, use car wash soap and rinse thoroughly
with water.

●

Wipe away any water.

●

Wax the vehicle when the waterproof coating deteriorates.

If  water  does  not  bead  on  a  clean  surface,  apply  wax  when  the  vehicle
body is cool.

■

Automatic car washes

●

Fold the mirrors before washing the vehicle. Start washing from the front of
the vehicle. Make sure to extend the mirrors before driving.

●

Brushes  used  in  automatic  car  washes  may  scratch  the  vehicle  surface,
parts (wheel, etc.) and harm your vehicle's paint.

●

Vehicles with a rear spoiler: In certain automatic car washes, the rear spoiler
may  interfere  with  machine  operation.  This  may  prevent  the  vehicle  from
being cleaned properly or result in damage to the rear spoiler.

■

High pressure car washes

As  water  may  enter  the  cabin,  do  not  bring  the  nozzle  tip  near  the  gaps
around the doors or perimeter of the windows, or spray these areas continu-
ously.

Cleaning and protecting the vehicle 

exterior

Perform  the  following  to  protect  the  vehicle  and  maintain  it  in
prime condition:

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When using a car wash

If the door handle becomes wet while the electronic key is within the effective
range, the door may lock and unlock repeatedly. In that case, follow the fol-
lowing correction procedures to wash the vehicle:

●

Place  the  key  in  a  position  6  ft.  (2  m)  or  more  separate  from  the  vehicle
while the vehicle is being washed. (Take care to ensure that the key is not
stolen.)

●

Set the electronic key to battery-saving mode to disable the smart key sys-
tem. (



P. 137)

■

Wheels and wheel ornaments

●

Remove any dirt immediately by using a neutral detergent.

●

Wash detergent off with water immediately after use.

●

To protect the paint from damage, make sure to observe the following pre-
cautions.
• Do not use acidic, alkaline or abrasive detergent
• Do not use hard brushes
• Do not use detergent on the wheels when they are hot, such as after driv-

ing or parking in hot weather

■

Bumpers

Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners.

■

Plated portions

If dirt cannot be removed, clean the parts as follows:

●

Use  a  soft  cloth  dampened  with  an  approximately  5%  solution  of  neutral
detergent and water to clean the dirt off.

●

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

●

To remove oily deposits, use alcohol wet wipes or a similar product.

WARNING

■

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.

■

Precautions regarding the exhaust pipes

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

■

Precaution regarding the rear bumper with Blind Spot Monitor

If the paint of the rear bumper is chipped or scratched, the system may mal-
function.  If  this  occurs,  avoid  using  the  system  and  consult  your  Toyota
dealer.

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NOTICE

■

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

●

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

●

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

●

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

■

Cleaning the exterior lights

●

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

●

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

■

When using a high pressure car wash

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.

●

Keep the cleaning nozzle at least 11.9 in. (30 cm) away from the vehicle
body.  Otherwise  resin  section,  such  as  moldings  and  bumpers,  may  be
deformed and damaged. Also, do not continuously hold the nozzle in the
same place.

●

Do not spray the lower part of the windshield continuously. If water enters
the air conditioning system intake located near the lower part of the wind-
shield, the air conditioning system may not operate correctly.

●

Do  not  wash  the  underside  of  the  vehicle  using  a  high  pressure  car
washer.

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●

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 using a soft cloth or synthetic chamois dampened in a
baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) solution.

Use a solution of approximately 9% baking soda dissolved in water.

●

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

●

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.

Cleaning and protecting the vehicle 

interior

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

Protecting the vehicle interior

Cleaning the areas with satin-finish metal accents

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.

■

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.

■

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

■

Water in the vehicle

●

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

●

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



P. 38)

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

●

Vehicles with wireless charger: 
Do not let the wireless charger (



P. 346) get wet. Failure to do so may

cause the charger to become hot and cause burns or could cause electric
shock resulting in death or serious injury.

■

Cleaning the interior (especially instrument panel)

Do not use 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

■

Cleaning detergents

●

Do not use the following types of detergent, as they may discolor the vehi-
cle interior or cause streaks or damage to painted surfaces:
• Areas  other  than  the  seats  and  steering  wheel:  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

• Steering wheel: Organic substances, such as thinner, and cleaner that

contains alcohol

●

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

■

Preventing damage to leather surfaces

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

●

Remove any dust or dirt from leather surfaces immediately.

●

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

●

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.

■

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.

■

When cleaning the inside of the windshield

Do not allow glass cleaner to contact the lens. Also, do not touch the lens.
(



P. 219)

■

Cleaning the inside of the rear window

●

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

●

Be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires or antenna.

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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”.

Maintenance requirements

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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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.

■

Resetting the message indicating maintenance is required

After  the  required  maintenance  is  performed  according  to  the  maintenance
schedule, please reset the message.
To reset the message, perform the following procedure:

Select 

 on the multi-information display using the meter control switches

on the steering wheel. (



P. 100)

Select 

 and then press and hold 

.

Select “Scheduled Maintenance” and then press 

.

Select “Yes” and then press 

.

A  message  will  be  displayed  on  the  multi-information  display  when  the
reset procedure has been completed.

■

Allow inspection and repairs to be performed by a Toyota dealer

●

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.

●

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.

WARNING

■

If your vehicle is not properly maintained

Improper  maintenance  could  result  in  serious  damage  to  the  vehicle  and
possible death or serious injury.

■

Important health and safety information

●

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.

●

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

●

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

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P. 391)

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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. 391)

Brake fluid

Is  the  brake  fluid  at  the  correct
level? 

(



P. 390)

Engine coolant

Is  the  engine  coolant  at  the  correct
level? 

(



P. 388)

Engine oil

Is the engine oil at the correct level? 

(



P. 385)

Exhaust system

There  should  not  be  any  fumes  or
strange sounds.

Radiator/condenser

The  radiator  and  condenser  should
be free from foreign objects. 

(



P. 389)

Washer fluid

Is there sufficient washer fluid?

(



P. 393)

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Vehicle interior

Items

Check points

Accelerator pedal

• The  accelerator  pedal  should

move  smoothly  (without  uneven
pedal effort or catching).

Automatic 

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 appro-

priate clearance from the floor? 

(



P. 486)

• Does  the  brake  pedal  have  the

correct amount of free play? 

(



P. 486)

Brakes

• The vehicle should not pull to one

side when the brakes are applied.

• The  brakes  should  work  effec-

tively.

• The  brake  pedal  should  not  feel

spongy.

• The  brake  pedal  should  not  get

too  close  to  the  floor  when  the
brakes are applied.

Head restraints (adjustable type)

• Do  the  head  restraints  move

smoothly and lock securely?

Indicators/buzzers

• Do  the  indicators  and  buzzers

function properly?

Lights

• Do all the lights come on?

Parking brake

• Does  the  parking  brake  operate

normally?

• When  parked  on  a  slope  and  the

parking brake is on, is the vehicle
securely stopped?

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Seat belts

• Do  the  seat  belts  operate

smoothly?

• The seat belts should not be dam-

aged.

Seats

• Do the seat controls operate prop-

erly?

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  coming  from  the  steering
wheel.

Vehicle exterior

Items

Check points

Items

Check points

Doors/trunk

• Do  the  doors/trunk  operate

smoothly?

Engine hood

• Does the engine hood lock system

work properly?

Fluid leaks

• There  should  not  be  any  signs  of

fluid leakage after the vehicle has
been parked.

Tires

• Is the tire inflation pressure cor-

rect?

• The  tires  should  not  be  dam-

aged or excessively worn.

• Have  the  tires  been  rotated

according  to  the  maintenance

schedule?

• The  wheel  nuts  should  not  be

loose.

Windshield wipers

• The wiper blades should not show

any  signs  of  cracking,  splitting,
wear,  contamination  or  deforma-
tion.

• The wiper blades should clear the

windshield  without  streaking  or
skipping.

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WARNING

■

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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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  comes  on  indicating  a  temporary
malfunction and your vehicle may not pass the I/M test.

The error code in the OBD system will not be cleared unless the vehi-
cle is driven 40 or more times.

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

Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M) 

programs

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 still remains on after sev-
eral driving trips

If your vehicle does not pass the I/M test

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Do-it-yourself service precautions

If  you  perform  maintenance  by  yourself,  be  sure  to  follow  the
correct procedure as given in these sections.

Items

Parts and tools

Battery condition 
(



P. 391)

• Warm water

• Baking soda

• Grease

• Conventional wrench (for terminal clamp bolts)

Brake fluid level 
(



P. 390)

• SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 

SAE J1704 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 4

• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding brake fluid)

Engine 

coolant

level (



P. 388)

• “Toyota  Super  Long  Life  Coolant”  or  a  similar  high

quality  ethylene  glycol-based  non-silicate,  non-
amine, non-nitrite and non-borate coolant with long-
life hybrid organic acid technology
U.S.A.:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is pre-mixed with
50% coolant and 50% deionized water.
Canada:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is pre-mixed with
55% coolant and 45% deionized water.

• Funnel (used only for adding engine coolant)

Engine oil level 
(



P. 385)

• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding engine oil)

Fuses (



P. 418)

• Fuse with same amperage rating as original

Radiator/con-
denser (



P. 389)



Tire 

inflation

pressure 

(



P. 408)

• Tire pressure gauge

• Compressed air source

Washer fluid 
(



P. 393)

• Water or washer fluid containing antifreeze (for win-

ter use)

• Funnel (used only for adding water or washer fluid)

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WARNING

The  engine  compartment  contains  many  mechanisms  and  fluids  that  may
move suddenly, become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death
or serious injury, observe the following precautions.

■

When working on the engine compartment

●

Keep  hands,  clothing  and  tools  away  from  the  moving  fan  and  engine
drive belt.

●

Be  careful  not  to  touch  the  engine,  radiator,  exhaust  manifold,  etc.  right
after driving as they may be hot. Oil and other fluids may also be hot.

●

Do not leave anything that may burn easily, such as paper and rags, in the
engine compartment.

●

Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel or the bat-
tery. Fuel and battery fumes are flammable.

●

Be extremely cautious when working on the battery. It contains poisonous
and corrosive sulfuric acid.

■

When working near the electric cooling fan or radiator grille

Be sure the engine switch is off. With the engine switch in IGNITION ON
mode, the electric cooling fan may automatically start to run if the air condi-
tioning is on and/or the coolant temperature is high. (



P. 389)

■

Safety glasses

Wear  safety  glasses  to  prevent  flying  or  falling  material,  fluid  spray,  etc.
from getting in your eyes.

NOTICE

■

If you remove the air cleaner filter

Driving with the air cleaner filter removed may cause excessive engine wear
due to dirt in the air.

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Pull the hood lock release lever.

The hood will pop up slightly.

Pull up the auxiliary catch lever
and lift the hood.

■

Open hood warning buzzer

If the vehicle reaches a speed of 3 mph (5 km/h), the master warning light
flashes and a buzzer sounds to indicate that the hood is not fully closed.

Hood

Release the lock from the inside of the vehicle to open the hood.

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Pre-driving check

Check that the hood is fully closed and locked. 
If the hood is not locked properly, it may open while the vehicle is in motion
and cause an accident, which may result in death or serious injury.

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◆

Front

◆

Rear



2WD models



AWD models

Positioning a floor jack

When  using  a  floor  jack,  follow  the  instructions  in  the  manual
provided with the jack and perform the operation safely.
When raising your vehicle with a floor jack, position the jack cor-
rectly.  Improper  placement  may  damage  your  vehicle  or  cause
injury.

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

2.5 L 4-cylinder (A25A-FKS) engine

Engine compartment

Fuse boxes (if equipped)

(



P. 418)

Engine oil filler cap (



P. 386)

Engine oil level dipstick

(



P. 385)

Brake fluid reservoir

(



P. 390)

Battery

(



P. 391)

Radiator

(



P. 389)

Electric cooling fan
Condenser

(



P. 389)

Engine coolant reservoir

(



P. 388)

Washer fluid tank (



P. 393)

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

3.5 L V6 (2GR-FKS) engine

Fuse boxes (if equipped)

(



P. 418)

Engine oil filler cap (



P. 386)

Engine oil level dipstick

(



P. 385)

Brake fluid reservoir

(



P. 390)

Battery

(



P. 391)

Radiator

(



P. 389)

Electric cooling fan
Condenser

(



P. 389)

Engine coolant reservoir

(



P. 388)

Washer fluid tank (



P. 393)

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With the engine at operating temperature and turned off, check the oil
level on the dipstick.

■

Checking the engine oil

Park  the  vehicle  on  level  ground. After  warming  up  the  engine
and  turning  it  off,  wait  more  than  5  minutes  for  the  oil  to  drain
back into the bottom of the engine.
Holding a rag under the end, pull the dipstick out.

Wipe the dipstick clean.
Reinsert the dipstick fully.
Holding a rag under the end,
pull  the  dipstick  out  and
check the oil level.

Low
Normal
Excessive

The  shape  of  the  dipstick  may
differ  depending  on  the  type  of
vehicle or engine.

Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it fully.

Engine oil

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2.5  L  4-cylinder  (A25A-FKS)
engine



3.5 L V6 (2GR-FKS) engine

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Adding engine oil

If  the  oil  level  is  below  or  near
the low level mark, add engine
oil  of  the  same  type  as  that
already in the engine.

Make  sure  to  check  the  oil  type  and  prepare  the  items  needed
before adding oil.

Remove the oil filler cap by turning it counterclockwise.
Add engine oil slowly, checking the dipstick.
Install the oil filler cap by turning it clockwise.

■

Engine oil consumption

A certain amount of engine oil will be consumed while driving. In the following
situations,  oil  consumption  may  increase,  and  engine  oil  may  need  to  be
refilled in between oil maintenance intervals.

●

When the engine is new, for example directly after purchasing the vehicle or
after replacing the engine

●

If low quality oil or oil of an inappropriate viscosity is used

●

When driving at high engine speeds or with a heavy load, or when driving
while accelerating or decelerating frequently

●

When leaving the engine idling for a long time, or when driving frequently
through heavy traffic

Engine oil selection



P. 481

Oil quantity 
(Low 



 Full)



2.5 L 4-cylinder (A25A-FKS) engine

1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 Imp. qt.)



3.5 L V6 (2GR-FKS) engine

1.9 qt. (1.8 L, 1.6 lmp. qt.)

Items

Clean funnel

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WARNING

■

Used engine oil

●

Used  engine  oil  contains  potentially  harmful  contaminants  which  may
cause  skin  disorders  such  as  inflammation  and  skin  cancer,  so  care
should be taken to avoid prolonged and repeated contact. To remove used
engine oil from your skin, wash thoroughly with soap and water.

●

Dispose of used oil and filters only in a safe and acceptable manner. Do
not dispose of used oil and filters in household trash, in sewers or onto the
ground. 
Call your Toyota dealer, service station or auto parts store for information
concerning recycling or disposal.

●

Do not leave used engine oil within the reach of children.

NOTICE

■

To prevent serious engine damage

Check the oil level on a regular basis.

■

When replacing the engine oil

●

Be careful not to spill engine oil on the vehicle components.

●

Avoid overfilling, or the engine could be damaged.

●

Check the oil level on the dipstick every time you refill the vehicle.

●

Be sure the engine oil filler cap is properly tightened.

■

If oil is spilled on the engine cover

To  prevent  the  engine cover from being  damaged, remove any engine oil
from the engine cover as soon as possible using a neutral detergent.
Do not use an organic solvent such as brake cleaner.

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The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the “F” and “L” lines on
the reservoir when the engine is cold.

Reservoir cap
“F” line
“L” line

If  the  level  is  on  or  below  the  “L”
line, add coolant up to the “F” line.
(



P. 471)

■

Coolant selection

Only use “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or a similar high quality ethylene
glycol based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-borate coolant with
long-life hybrid organic acid technology.
U.S.A.: 
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mixture of 50% coolant and 50% deion-
ized water. (Minimum temperature: -31



F [-35



C])

Canada: 
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mixture of 55% coolant and 45% deion-
ized water. (Minimum temperature: -44



F [-42



C])

For more details about engine coolant, contact your Toyota dealer.

■

If the coolant level drops within a short time of replenishing

Visually check the radiator, hoses, engine coolant reservoir caps, drain cock
and water pump. 
If you cannot find a leak, have your Toyota dealer test the cap and check for
leaks in the cooling system.

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Check the radiator and condenser and clear away any foreign objects. 
If  either of  the  above parts  is  extremely  dirty  or you  are not  sure of
their condition, have your vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.

WARNING

■

When the engine is hot

Do not remove the engine coolant reservoir cap or the radiator cap. 
The cooling system may be under pressure and may spray hot coolant if the
cap is removed, causing serious injuries, such as burns.

NOTICE

■

When adding coolant

Coolant is neither plain water nor straight antifreeze. The correct mixture of
water and antifreeze must be used to provide proper lubrication, corrosion
protection and cooling. Be sure to read the antifreeze or coolant label.

■

If you spill coolant

Be sure to wash it off with water to prevent it from damaging parts or paint.

Radiator and condenser

WARNING

■

When the engine is hot

Do not touch the radiator or condenser as they may be hot and cause seri-
ous injuries, such as burns.

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■

Checking fluid level

The brake fluid level should be
between  the  “MAX”  and  “MIN”
lines on the tank.

“MAX”
“MIN”

■

Adding fluid

Make sure to check the fluid type and prepare the necessary item.

■

Brake fluid can absorb moisture from the air

Excess moisture in the brake fluid can cause a dangerous loss of braking effi-
ciency. Use only newly opened brake fluid.

Brake fluid

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Fluid type

SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 brake fluid 
SAE J1704 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 4 brake fluid

Item

Clean funnel

WARNING

■

When filling the reservoir

Take  care  as  brake  fluid  can  harm  your  hands  and  eyes  and  damage
painted surfaces.
If fluid gets on your hands or in your eyes, flush the affected area with clean
water immediately.
If you still experience discomfort, see a doctor.

NOTICE

■

If the fluid level is low or high

It is normal for the brake fluid level to go down slightly as the brake pads
wear out or when the fluid level in the accumulator is high.
If the reservoir needs frequent refilling, there may be a serious problem.

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Check the battery as follows.

■

Battery exterior

Make  sure  that  the  battery  terminals  are  not  corroded  and  that
there are no loose connections, cracks, or loose clamps.

Terminals
Hold-down clamp

■

Before recharging

When recharging, the battery produces hydrogen gas which is flammable and
explosive. Therefore, observe the following before recharging:

●

If recharging with the battery installed on the vehicle, be sure to disconnect
the ground cable.

●

Make sure the power switch on the charger is off when connecting and dis-
connecting the charger cables to the battery.

■

After recharging/reconnecting the battery

●

Unlocking the doors using the smart key system may not be possible imme-
diately  after  reconnecting  the  battery.  If  this  happens,  use  the  wireless
remote control or the mechanical key to lock/unlock the doors.

●

Start the engine with the engine switch in ACCESSORY mode. The engine
may  not  start  with  the  engine  switch  turned  off.  However,  the  engine  will
operate normally from the second attempt.

●

The engine switch mode is recorded by the vehicle. If the battery is recon-
nected, the vehicle will return the engine switch mode to the status it was in
before  the  battery  was  disconnected.  Make  sure  to  turn  off  the  engine
before disconnecting the battery. Take extra care when connecting the bat-
tery if the engine switch mode prior to discharge is unknown.

If the system will not start even after multiple attempts, contact your Toyota
dealer.

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WARNING

■

Chemicals in the battery

Batteries  contain  poisonous  and  corrosive  sulfuric  acid  and  may  produce
hydrogen gas which is flammable and explosive. To reduce the risk of death
or serious injury, take the following precautions while working on or near the
battery:

●

Do not cause sparks by touching the battery terminals with tools.

●

Do not smoke or light a match near the battery.

●

Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothes.

●

Never inhale or swallow electrolyte.

●

Wear protective safety glasses when working near the battery.

●

Keep children away from the battery.

■

Where to safely charge the battery

Always charge the battery in an open area. Do not charge the battery in a
garage or closed room where there is insufficient ventilation.

■

Emergency measures regarding electrolyte

●

If electrolyte gets in your eyes
Flush your eyes with clean water for at least 15 minutes and get immedi-
ate medical attention. If possible, continue to apply water with a sponge or
cloth while traveling to the nearest medical facility.

●

If electrolyte gets on your skin
Wash the affected area thoroughly. If you feel pain or burning, get medical
attention immediately.

●

If electrolyte gets on your clothes
It can soak through clothing on to your skin. Immediately take off the cloth-
ing and follow the procedure above if necessary.

●

If you accidentally swallow electrolyte
Drink a large quantity of water or milk. Get emergency medical attention
immediately.

■

When disconnecting the battery

Do not disconnect the negative (-) terminal on the body side. The discon-
nected negative (-) terminal may touch the positive (+) terminal, which may
cause a short and result in death or serious injury.

NOTICE

■

When recharging the battery

Never  recharge  the  battery  while  the  engine  is  running. Also,  be  sure  all
accessories are turned off.

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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.

■

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. 438

)

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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. 397)

◆

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. 397)

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. 486)

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. 402)

◆

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. 404)

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

sure warning system. (



P. 396)

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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.

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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. 492)