Toyota Mirai (2020 year). Manual in english - part 6

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A portable device can be charged by just placing Qi standard wireless
charge compatible portable devices according to the Wireless Power
Consortium, such as smart phones and mobile batteries, etc., on the
charge area.
This  function  cannot  be  used  with  portable  devices  that  are  larger
than the charging area. Also, depending on the portable device, it may
not operate as normal. Please read the operation manual for portable
devices to be used.

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The “Qi” symbol

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

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Name for all parts

Operation indicator light
Power supply switch
Charge area

Wireless charger

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Using the wireless charger

Open the console box. (



P. 321).

Press  the  power  supply  switch
of the wireless charger.

Switches  on  and  off  with  each
press of the power supply switch.
When  turned  on,  the  operation
indicator light (green) comes on.
Even  with  the  fuel  cell  system  off,
the on/off state of the power supply
switch is memorized.

Place  the  charging  side  of  the
portable device down. 

When charging, the operation indi-
cator light (orange) comes on.
If  charging  is  not  occurring,  try
placing  the  portable  device  as
close to the center of the charging
area as possible.
When  charging  is  complete,  the
operation  indicator  light  (green)
comes on.

●

Recharging function

• When charging is complete and after a fixed time in the charge

suspension state, charging restarts.

• When  the  portable  device  is  moved,  charging  is  stopped  for  a

moment and then it restarts.

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Lighting conditions of operation indicator light

*

: Depending  on  the  portable  device,  there  are  cases  where  the  operation

indicator light will continue being lit up orange even after the charging is
complete.

●

When the operation indicator light flashes
When  an  error  occurs,  the  operation  indicator  light  flashes  an
orange color. Handle the error based on the following table.

Operation indicator light

Conditions

Turning off

When the Wireless charger power supply is off

Green (comes on)

On Standby (charging possible state)

When charging is complete

*

Orange (comes on)

When  placing  the  portable  device  on  the
charging area (detecting the portable device)

Charging

Operation indicator 

light

Suspected causes

Handling method

Flashing 

repeatedly

once  every  second
(Orange)

Vehicle  to  charger  com-
munication failure.

Contact  your  Toyota
dealer.

Repeatedly 

flashes

3 times  continuously
(Orange)

A  foreign  substance  is
between  the  portable
device and charge area.

Remove  the  foreign
substance 

from

between 

portable

device  and  the  charge
area.

The  portable  device  is
out  of  sync  due  to  the
device being shifted from
its position.

Place 

the 

portable

device  near  the  center
of the charge area.

Repeatedly 

flashes

4 times  continuously
(Orange)

Temperature 

rising

within  the  wireless  char-
ger.

Stop  charging  at  once
and 

start 

charging

again after for a while.

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The wireless charger can be operated when

The power switch is in ACCESSORY or ON mode.

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Usable portable devices

Qi standard wireless charge standard can be used on compatible devices. 
However, not all Qi standard devices and compatibility are guaranteed. 
Starting with mobile phones and smart phones, it is aimed for low power elec-
trically supplied portable devices of no more than 5 W.

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When covers and accessories are attached to portable devices

Do not charge in situations where cover and accessories not able to handle
Qi are attached to the portable device. Depending on the type of cover and
accessory, it may not be possible to charge. When charging is not performed
even with the portable device placed on the charge area, remove the cover
and accessories.

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While charging, noise enters the AM radio

Turn off the wireless charger and confirm that the noise has decreased. If the
noise decreases, continuously pushing the power supply switch of the wire-
less charger for 2 seconds, the frequency of the charger can be changed and
the noise can be reduced. 
Also, on that occasion, the operation indicator light will flash orange 2 times.

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Important points of the wireless charger

●

If the electronic key cannot be detected within the vehicle interior, charging
cannot  be  done.  When  the  door  is  opened  and  closed,  charging  may  be
temporarily suspended.

●

When  charging,  the  wireless  charging  device  and  portable  device  will  get
warmer, however this is not a malfunction. 
When a portable device gets warm while charging, charging may stop due
to the protection function on the portable device side. In this case, when the
temperature of the portable device drops significantly, charge again.

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Operation sounds

When the power supply is turned on, while searching for the portable device a
sound will be produced, however this is not a malfunction.

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Cleaning

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Certification for the wireless charger (For U.S.A. only)

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WARNING

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Caution while driving

●

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

●

Make sure to close the console box lid while driving. When sudden brak-
ing,  etc.,  occurs,  the  open  lid  could  hit  body  parts,  the  portable  device
could go flying, leading to an unexpected accident.

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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. The operations of the wireless charger may
have an affect on medical devices.

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To prevent damage or burns

Observe the following precautions. 
Failure to do so may result in a possibility of equipment failure and damage,
catch fire, burns due to overheat.

●

Do not insert any metallic objects between the charging area and the por-
table device while charging

●

Do not attach stickers, metallic objects, etc., to the charger area or porta-
ble device

●

Do not cover with cloth, etc., and charge

●

Do not charge portable devices other than designated

●

Do not bring magnetized items nearby

●

Do not charge items with the charging area covered in dust.

●

When  not in  use close  the console  box lid in  order to  keep foreign sub-
stances from getting in the wireless charging area as well as drinks, etc.,
from being spilled on it.

●

Do not attempt to dismantle for disassembly or modifications

●

Do not hit or apply a strong force

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NOTICE

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Conditions in which the function may not operate correctly

In the following conditions, it may not operate correctly

●

The portable device is fully charged

●

There is foreign matter between the charge area and portable device

●

The temperature of the portable device gets higher from charging

●

The charging surface of the portable device is facing up

●

The placement of the portable device is out of alignment with the charge
area

●

Near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station, radio station, large dis-
play, airport or other facility that generates strong radio waves or electrical
noise

●

When the electronic key is in contact with, or is covered by the following
metallic objects
• Cards to which aluminum foil is attached
• Cigarette boxes that have aluminum foil inside
• Metallic wallets or bags
• Coins
• Hand warmers made of metal
• Media such as CDs and DVDs

●

When other wireless keys (that emit radio waves) are being used nearby

In addition, excluding the above-mentioned, when the charger does not per-
form  normally  or  the  operation  display  lamp  is  flashing  continuously,  it  is
considered that the wireless charger is malfunctioning. Contact your Toyota
dealer.

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To prevent failure or damage to data

●

Do not bring magnetic cards, such as credit cards, or magnetic recording
media, etc., close to the charger while charging, otherwise, data may dis-
appear  under  the  influence  of  magnetism. Also,  do  not  bring  precision
instruments  such  as  wrist  watches,  etc.,  close  to  the  charger,  as  such
objects may break.

●

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

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To prevent 12-volt battery discharge

When the fuel cell system is stopped, do not use the wireless charger for a
long time.

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Garage door opener

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

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Before programming 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.

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

Programming the HomeLink

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Programming 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. own-
ers) 

Press  and  hold  the  handheld  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 second
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 oper-
ate 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
programming, firmly press and hold the HomeLink



 button for

2 seconds 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.

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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 “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.

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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

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 previous door operation status, press and release either

HomeLink



 buttons 

 and 

 or 

 and 

 simultane-

ously. The last recorded status will be displayed for 3 seconds.

Operating HomeLink



Garage door operation indicators

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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.

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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.

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Before programming

●

Install a new battery in the transmitter.

●

The  battery  side  of  the  transmitter  must  be  pointed  away  from  the
HomeLink



.

■

When support is necessary

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

Erasing the entire HomeLink



 memory (all three codes)

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Certification for the garage door opener



For U.S.A.



For Canada

WARNING

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When programming a garage door or other remote control devices

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

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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.

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When operating or programming HomeLink



Never allow a child to operate or play with the HomeLink



 buttons.

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7-1. Maintenance and care

Cleaning and protecting 

the vehicle exterior.......... 352

Cleaning and protecting 

the vehicle interior........... 356

7-2. Maintenance

Maintenance 

requirements................... 359

General maintenance........ 361

7-3. Do-it-yourself 

maintenance

Do-it-yourself service 

precautions ..................... 364

Hood ................................. 366
Positioning a floor jack ...... 367
Motor compartment........... 369
12-volt battery ................... 374
Tires .................................. 378
Replacing the tire .............. 386
Tire inflation pressure ....... 393
Wheels .............................. 396
Air conditioning filter.......... 398
Electronic key battery........ 400
Checking and replacing 

fuses ............................... 402

Light bulbs......................... 405

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Cleaning and protecting the vehicle 

exterior

●

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.

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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 and
harm your vehicle’s paint.

■

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.

●

Turn the power switch off.

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. 145)

■

Aluminum wheels

●

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.

■

Front side windows water-repellent coating

●

The following precautions can extend the effectiveness of the water-repel-
lent coating.
• Remove any dirt, etc., from the front side windows regularly.
• Do  not  allow  dirt  and  dust  to  accumulate  on  the  windows  for  a  long

period.
Clean the windows with a soft, damp cloth as soon as possible.

• Do not use wax or glass cleaners that contain abrasives when cleaning

the windows.

• Do not use any metallic objects to remove condensation build up.

●

When the water-repellent performance has become insufficient, the coating
can be repaired. Contact your Toyota dealer.

■

Restoration work for rain clearing effect of the rain clearing mirror

The rain clearing effect on the mirror surface will gradually recover after expo-
sure to sunlight (



P. 165). However, if you want to restore the effect immedi-

ately, conduct the following procedures:

Apply water to the mirror surface to wash the dirt away from it.
Remove the dirt by using a clean, soft and wet cloth.
Clean the mirror surface with glass cleaner or detergent. When detergent is
used, rinse the mirror surface with a lot of water.
Wipe water on the mirror surface by using a clean and soft cloth, etc.
Park  your  vehicle  outdoors  to  expose  the  mirror  surface  to  sunlight  for
about 5 hours. (The restoration time differs depending on the amount and
type of dirt.)

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When washing the vehicle

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

●

When  the  upper  part  of  the  windshield  where  the  raindrop  sensor  is
located is touched by hand

●

When a wet rag or similar is held close to the raindrop sensor

●

If something bumps against the windshield

●

If you directly touch the raindrop sensor body or if something bumps into
the raindrop sensor

■

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, consult your Toyota dealer.

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.

■

When cleaning the windshield

Set the wiper switch to off. (



P. 210) 

If the wiper switch is in “AUTO”, the wip-
ers may operate unexpectedly in the fol-
lowing  situations,  and  may  result  in
hands being caught or other serious inju-
ries  and  cause  damage  to  the  wiper
blades.

Off

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■

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 washing the car

Do not remove the vehicle receptacle cap and directly pour water over the
vehicle  receptacle.  If  water  enters  the  vehicle  receptacle,  damage  may
occur.

■

When using an automatic car wash

Set the wiper switch to the off position. (



P. 210)

If  the  wiper  switch  is  in  “AUTO”  the  wipers  may  operate  and  the  wiper
blades may be damaged.

■

When using a high pressure car wash

●

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

●

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.
• Fuel cell stack
• 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.

■

When raising the windshield wiper arms

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

Hook parts

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Cleaning and protecting the vehicle 

interior

●

Remove dirt and dust using a vacuum cleaner. Wipe dirty surfaces
with a cloth dampened with lukewarm water.

●

If dirt cannot be removed, wipe it off with a soft cloth dampened with
neutral detergent diluted to approximately 1%. 
Wring out any excess water from the cloth and thoroughly wipe off
remaining traces of detergent and water.

●

Remove dirt and dust using a vacuum cleaner.

●

Wipe off any excess dirt and dust with a soft cloth dampened with
diluted detergent.

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

●

Wring out any excess water from the cloth and thoroughly wipe off
all remaining traces of detergent.

●

Wipe  the  surface  with  a  dry,  soft  cloth  to  remove  any  remaining
moisture. Allow the leather to dry in a shaded and ventilated area.

●

Remove dirt and dust using a vacuum cleaner.

●

Wipe it off with a soft cloth dampened with neutral detergent diluted
to approximately 1%.

●

Wring out any excess water from the cloth and thoroughly wipe off
remaining traces of detergent and water.

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

Protecting the vehicle interior

Cleaning the leather areas

Cleaning the synthetic leather areas

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Caring for leather areas

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

■

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.

■

When cleaning the carpeted portions of the glove box, console box, etc.

If a strong adhesive tape is used, there is a possibility that the surface of the
carpet could be damaged.

WARNING

■

Water in the vehicle

●

Do not splash or spill liquid in the vehicle, such as on the floor, in the trac-
tion battery air intake vent, and in the trunk.
Doing  so  may  cause  the  traction  battery,  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.

●

Do not let the wireless charger (



P. 334) 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 a polish wax or polish cleaner. The instrument panel may reflect
off the windshield, obstructing the driver’s view and leading to an accident,
resulting in death or serious injury.

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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:
• Non-seat  portions:  Organic  substances  such  as  benzene  or  gasoline,

alkaline or acidic solutions, dye, and bleach

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

hol

●

Do not use a 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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Maintenance requirements

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

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

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

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

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

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

General maintenance

Scheduled maintenance

Do-it-yourself maintenance

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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.

■

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.

■

Handling of the 12-volt battery

●

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.

●

12-volt 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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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.

Motor compartment

Items

Check points

Brake fluid

Is  the  brake  fluid  at  the  correct
level? 

(



P. 372)

Coolant

Is the coolant at the correct level? 

(



P. 370)

Radiator/condenser

The  radiator  and  condenser  should
be free from foreign objects. 

(



P. 371)

Washer fluid

Is there sufficient washer fluid?

(



P. 373)

Trunk

Items

Check points

12-volt battery

Check the connections.  (



P. 374)

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Items

Check points

Accelerator pedal

• The  accelerator  pedal  should

move  smoothly  (without  uneven
pedal effort or catching).

Transmission “Park” mechanism

• When  parked  on  a  slope  and  the

shift position 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. 470)

• Does  the  brake  pedal  have  the

correct amount of free play? 

(



P. 470)

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

• 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  pedal

move smoothly?

• 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?

Hood

• Does  the  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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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

12-volt 

battery

condition 
(



P. 374)

• Grease
• Conventional wrench (for terminal clamp bolts)

Brake  fluid  level
(



P. 372)

• FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703 brake fluid, or 

FMVSS No.116 DOT 4 or SAE J1704 brake fluid

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

Inverter 

coolant

level (



P. 370)

• “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. 
For the U.S.A.:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is pre-mixed with
50% coolant and 50% deionized water.
For Canada:
“Toyota  Super  Long  Life  Coolant”  is  pre-mixed  with
55% coolant and 45% deionized water.

• Funnel (used only for adding coolant)

Fuses (



P. 402)

• Fuse with same amperage rating as original

Light bulbs 
(



P. 405)



Radiator and con-
denser (



P. 371)



Tire 

inflation

pressure 

(



P. 393)

• Tire pressure gauge

• Compressed air source

Washer fluid 
(



P. 373)

• 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  motor  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 motor compartment

●

Be careful not to touch the high-voltage parts or hydrogen-related parts.

●

Make sure that the “READY” indicator is off.

●

Keep hands, clothing and tools away from the moving fans.

●

Be careful not to touch the motor, inverter, radiator, etc., right after driving
as they may be hot. Coolant and other fluids may also be hot.

●

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

●

Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose an open flame to the 12-volt bat-
tery. 12-volt battery fumes are flammable.

●

Be extremely cautious when working on the 12-volt battery. It contains poi-
sonous and corrosive sulfuric acid.

●

Never  touch,  disassemble,  remove  or  replace  the  high-voltage  parts,
cables and their connectors. It can cause severe burns or electric shock
that may result in death or serious injury.

■

When working near the electric cooling fans or radiator grille

Be sure the power switch is off.
With the power switch in ON mode, the electric cooling fans may automati-
cally start to run if the air conditioning is on and/or the coolant temperature
is high. (



P. 371)

■

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 motor wear
due to dirt in the air.

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Hood

Pull the hood lock release lever.

The hood will pop up slightly.

Pull up the auxiliary catch lever
and lift the hood.

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

1

2

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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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Positioning a floor jack

◆

Front

◆

Rear

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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When raising your vehicle

Make sure to observe the following precautions to reduce the possibility of
death or serious injury:

●

Make sure to set the floor jack properly at the jack point. 
Raising  the  vehicle  with  an  improperly  positioned  floor  jack  will  damage
the vehicle and may cause the vehicle to fall off the floor jack.

●

Do not jack up on the hydrogen tanks nor the rear suspension.

Rear suspension

Hydrogen tanks

Front

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Motor compartment

Washer fluid tank (



P. 373)

Brake fluid reservoir

(



P. 372)

Inverter coolant reservoir

(



P. 370)

Fuse box

(



P. 402)

Fuel cell stack coolant radiator

(



P. 371)

Inverter coolant radiator

(



P. 371)

Condenser

(



P. 371)

Electric cooling fans
Fuel  cell  stack  coolant  reser-
voir 

(



P. 370)

Fuel  cell  stack  coolant  sub
radiator 

(



P. 371)

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The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the “FULL” and “LOW”
lines on the reservoir when the fuel cell system is cold.

“FULL” line
“LOW” line

If  the  level  is  on  or  below  the
“LOW”  line,  contact  your  Toyota
dealer.

The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the “FULL” and “LOW”
lines on the reservoir when the fuel cell system is cold.

Inverter coolant reservoir cap
“FULL” line
“LOW” line

If  the  level  is  on  or  below  the
“LOW”  line,  add  coolant  up  to  the
“FULL” line.

■

Inverter 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.
For the U.S.A.: “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mixture of 50% coolant and

50% deionized water. (Minimum temperature: -31



F [-35



C])

For Canada: “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mixture of 55% coolant and

45% deionized water. (Minimum temperature: -44



F [-42



C])

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

Fuel cell stack coolant

NOTICE

■

Fuel cell stack coolant

An  exclusive  coolant  for  the  fuel  cell  system  is  filled  in  the  fuel  cell  stack
coolant reservoir. Do not use any substitute. It may damage your vehicle.

Inverter coolant

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If the inverter coolant level drops within a short time of replenishing

Visually check the radiators, hoses, inverter coolant reservoir cap, 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.

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 fuel cell system is hot

Do not remove the coolant reservoir caps.
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 fuel cell system 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

Fluid type

FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703 brake fluid, or 
FMVSS No.116 DOT 4 or SAE J1704 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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If none of the washer do not work
or  the  warning  message  appears
on  the  multi-information  display,
the  washer  tank  may  be  empty.
Add washer fluid. (



P. 426)

Washer fluid

WARNING

■

When adding washer fluid

Do not add washer fluid when the fuel cell system is hot or operating, as
washer  fluid  contains  alcohol  and  may  catch  fire  if  spilled  on  the  fuel  cell
system, etc.

NOTICE

■

Do not use any fluid other than washer fluid 

Do not use soapy water or 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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12-volt battery

The  12-volt  battery  is  located  in
the right-hand side of the trunk.

Remove the 12-volt battery cover.

Make sure that the 12-volt battery terminals are not corroded and that
there are no loose connections, cracks, or loose clamps.

Terminals
Hold-down clamp

Location

Removing the 12-volt battery cover

Exterior

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Install the 12-volt battery cover.

■

Before recharging

When recharging, the 12-volt battery produces hydrogen gas which is flam-
mable  and  explosive.  Therefore,  observe  the  following  precautions  before
recharging:

●

If recharging with the 12-volt battery installed on the vehicle, be sure to dis-
connect the ground cable.

●

Make sure the power switch on the charger is off when connecting and dis-
connecting the charger cables to the 12-volt battery.

■

After recharging/reconnecting the 12-volt battery

●

Unlocking the doors using the smart key system may not be possible imme-
diately after reconnecting the 12-volt battery. If this happens, use the wire-
less remote control or the mechanical key to lock/unlock the doors.

●

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

●

The power switch mode is recorded by the vehicle. If the 12-volt battery is
reconnected, the vehicle will return the power switch mode to the status it
was in before the 12-volt battery was disconnected. Make sure to turn off
the power before disconnect the 12-volt battery. Take extra care when con-
necting  the  12-volt  battery  if  the  power  switch  mode  prior  to  discharge  is
unknown.

●

When the 12-volt battery is reconnected, start the fuel cell system, depress
the brake pedal, and confirm that it is possible to shift into each shift posi-
tion.

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

Installing the 12-volt battery cover

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Chemicals in the 12-volt battery

The 12-volt battery contains 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 12-volt battery:

●

Do not cause sparks by touching the 12-volt battery terminals with tools.

●

Do not smoke or light a match near the 12-volt battery.

●

Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothes.

●

Never inhale or swallow electrolyte.

●

Wear protective safety glasses when working near the 12-volt battery.

●

Keep children away from the 12-volt battery.

■

Where to safely charge the 12-volt battery

Always  charge  the  12-volt  battery  in  an  open  area.  Do  not  charge  the
12-volt battery in a garage or closed room where there is insufficient ventila-
tion.

■

How to recharge the 12-volt battery

Only perform a slow charge (5 A or less). The 12-volt battery may explode if
charged at a quicker rate.

■

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 replacing the 12-volt battery

Use a 12-volt battery designed for this vehicle. Failure to do so may cause
gas  (hydrogen)  to  enter  the  passenger  compartment,  causing  a  fire  or
explosion.
For replacement of the 12-volt battery, contact your Toyota dealer.

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■

When recharging the 12-volt battery

Never recharge the 12-volt battery while the fuel cell system is operating.
Also, be sure all accessories are turned off.

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Tires

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.

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

Checking tires

Tire rotation

Front

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Your vehicle is equipped with a tire pressure warning system that uses
tire pressure warning valves and transmitters to detect low tire infla-
tion pressure before serious problems arise. 
If  the  tire  pressure  drops  below  a  predetermined  level,  the  driver  is
warned by a warning light. (



P. 421)

◆

Installing tire pressure warning valves and transmitters

When  replacing  tires  or  wheels,  tire  pressure  warning  valves  and
transmitters must also be installed.
When  new  tire  pressure  warning  valves  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.  Have  tire  pressure  warning  valves  and  transmitter  ID
codes registered by your Toyota dealer. (



P. 379)

◆

Registering ID codes

The tire pressure warning valve and transmitter is equipped with a
unique ID code. When replacing a tire pressure warning valve and
transmitter, it is necessary to register the ID code. Have the ID code
registered by your Toyota dealer.

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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.

■

Replacing tires and wheels

If the ID code of the tire pressure warning valve and transmitter is not reg-

istered, the tire pressure warning system will not work properly. After driv-

ing  for  about  20  minutes,  the  tire  pressure  warning  light  blinks  for  1

minute and stays on to indicate a system malfunction.

■

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.

■

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.

■

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. 472)

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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. 301)

■

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

The effectiveness of the tires as snow tires is lost.

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

ate properly

●

In the following cases, the tire pressure warning system may not operate

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

• A tire has been replaced with a tire that is not an OE (Original Equip-

ment) tire.

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

• Tire chains, etc., are equipped.

• An auxiliary-supported run-flat tire is equipped.

• If a window tint that affects the 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  extremely  higher  than  the  specified

level.

• If  wheels  without  the  tire  pressure  warning  valves  and  transmitters

are used.

• If the ID code on the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters is

not registered in the tire pressure warning computer.

●

Performance may be affected in the following situations.
• 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

●

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

off could be extended.

●

When tire inflation pressure declines rapidly for example when a tire has

burst, the warning may not function.

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Certification for the tire pressure warning system

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For U.S.A.

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For Canada

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WARNING

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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 drivetrain 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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NOTICE

■

Repairing or replacing tires, wheels, tire pressure warning valves,

transmitters and tire valve caps

●

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

valves  and  transmitters,  contact  your Toyota  dealer  as  the  tire  pres-

sure warning valves and transmitters may be damaged if not handled

correctly.

●

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

installed,  water  could  enter  the  tire  pressure  warning  valves  and  the

tire pressure warning valves could be bound.

●

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 valves 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. After  use  of  liquid  sealant,  make  sure  to  replace  the  tire

pressure warning valve and transmitter when replacing the tire. 

(



P. 379)

■

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.

■

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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Replacing the tire

●

Stop the vehicle on a hard, flat surface.

●

Set the parking brake.

●

Shift the shift position to P.

●

Stop the fuel cell system.

When  raising  your  vehicle  with  a  jack,  position  the  jack  cor-
rectly.  Improper  placement  may  damage  your  vehicle  or  cause
injury.
If necessary tire replacement seems difficult to perform, contact
your Toyota dealer.

Before jacking up the vehicle

Location of the tools and jack

Wheel nut wrench
Towing eyelet

Jack handle
Jack

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Remove the luggage mat.

Take out the jack.

WARNING

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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 tire. 

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

replacing tires on this vehicle.

●

Always check that the tire jack is securely set to the jack point.

●

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

by the jack.

●

Do not operate the fuel cell system or drive the vehicle while the vehi-

cle is supported 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.

Taking out the jack

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*

 the tires.

*

: Chock can be purchased at your

Toyota dealer.

Remove  the  wheel  ornament
using the wrench.

To  protect  the  wheel  ornament,

place  a  rag  between  the  wrench

and the wheel ornament.

Slightly  loosen  the  wheel  nuts
(one turn).

Replacing a tire

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Tire position

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

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Check the jack point.

The mark ( ) displaying the jack

set  position  is  attached  to  the

under side of the side mud guard.

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

When  it  is  difficult  to  insert  the

jack,  turn  it  sideways  and  then

insert.

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.

mark ( )

mark ( )

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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.

WARNING

■

Replacing a tire

●

Observe the following precautions.

Failure to do so may result in serious injury:
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.

• 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 the wheel nuts with

the tapered ends facing inward. (



P. 397)

Installing the tire

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

Turn  the  wheel  nuts  until  the

washers  come  into  contact  with

the disc wheel.

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)

Reinstall the wheel ornament.
Stow the tire jack and all tools.

Disc wheel

Washer

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WARNING

■

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.

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■

When replacing the tires

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

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

warning valve and transmitter may be damaged if not handled correctly.

■

To avoid damage to the tire pressure warning valves 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. 379)

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Tire inflation pressure

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



P. 471)

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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Wheels

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

valves  and  transmitters  that  allow  the  tire  pressure  warning  system  to

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

Whenever wheels are replaced, tire pressure warning valves and trans-

mitters must be installed. (



P. 379)

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

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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.

■

Use of defective wheels prohibited

Do not use cracked or deformed wheels.

Doing so could cause the tire to leak air during driving, possibly causing

an accident.

NOTICE

■

Replacing tire pressure warning valves and transmitters

●

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

ing valves 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  valves  and  transmitters  at  your

Toyota dealer.

●

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

Tire pressure warning valves 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.

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