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7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance

Checking fluid level

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

Adding fluid

1

Slide and lift up the rubber 
strip to partly remove it as 
shown.

2

Disconnect the claws and 
remove the service cover.

3

Remove the reservoir cap.

4

Add brake fluid slowly while 
checking the fluid level.

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

Fluid type

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

Item

Clean funnel

Brake fluid can absorb moisture 

from the air

Excess moisture in the brake fluid 

can cause a dangerous loss of brak-

ing efficiency. Use only newly 

opened brake fluid.

Checking and adding the 
brake fluid

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.

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Check the 12-volt battery as fol-
lows.

12-volt battery exterior

Make sure that the 12-volt bat-
tery terminals are not corroded 
and that there are no loose con-
nections, cracks, or loose 
clamps.

Terminals
Hold-down clamp

Before recharging

When recharging, the 12-volt bat-

tery produces hydrogen gas which 

is flammable and explosive. There-

fore, observe the following precau-

tions before recharging:

If recharging with the 12-volt bat-

tery installed on the vehicle, be 

sure to disconnect the ground 

cable.

Make sure the charger is off when 

connecting and disconnecting the 

charger cables to the 12-volt bat-

tery.

After recharging/reconnecting 

the 12-volt battery

Unlocking the doors using the 

smart key system may not be pos-

sible immediately after reconnect-

ing the 12-volt battery. If this 

happens, use the wireless remote 

control or the mechanical key to 

lock/unlock the doors.

Start the hybrid system with the 

power switch in ACC. The hybrid 

system may not start with the 

power switch turned off. However, 

the hybrid system will operate nor-

mally 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 dis-

connected. Make sure to turn off 

the power before disconnecting 

the 12-volt battery. Take extra 

care when connecting the 12-volt 

battery if the power switch mode 

prior to discharge is unknown.

If the system will not start even after 

multiple attempts, contact your Toy-

ota dealer.

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.

12-volt battery

WARNING

Chemicals in the 12-volt bat-

tery

The 12-volt battery contains poi-

sonous and corrosive sulfuric acid 

and may produce hydrogen gas 

which is flammable and explosive. 

To reduce the risk of death or seri-

ous injury, take the following pre-

cautions while working on or near 

the 12-volt battery:

Do not cause sparks by touch-

ing the 12-volt battery terminals 

with tools.

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Add washer fluid in the following 
situations:

A washer does not work.

The warning message 
appears on the multi-informa-
tion display.

WARNING

Do not smoke or light a match 

near the 12-volt battery.

Avoid contact with eyes, skin 

and clothes.

Never inhale or swallow electro-

lyte.

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 insuf-

ficient ventilation.

Emergency measures regard-

ing electrolyte

If electrolyte gets in your eyes

Flush your eyes with clean 

water for at least 15 minutes 

and get immediate medical 

attention. If possible, continue 

to apply water with a sponge or 

cloth while traveling to the near-

est medical facility.

If electrolyte gets on your skin

Wash the affected area thor-

oughly. If you feel pain or burn-

ing, get medical attention 

immediately.

If electrolyte gets on your 

clothes

It can soak through clothing on 

to your skin. Immediately take 

off the clothing and follow the 

procedure above if necessary.

If you accidentally swallow elec-

trolyte

Drink a large quantity of water 

or milk. Get emergency medical 

attention immediately.

When disconnecting the 

12-volt battery

Do not disconnect the negative (-) 

terminal on the body side. The 

disconnected negative (-) terminal 

may touch the positive (+) termi-

nal, which may cause a short and 

result in death or serious injury.

NOTICE

When recharging the 12-volt 

battery

Never recharge the 12-volt bat-

tery while the hybrid system is 

operating. Also, be sure all acces-

sories are turned off.

Adding the washer fluid

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Check if the treadwear indica-
tors 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, 

WARNING

When adding washer fluid

Do not add washer fluid when the 

hybrid system is hot or operating 

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 lead-

ing to problems of the washer 

fluid not spraying.

Diluting washer fluid

Dilute washer fluid with water as 

necessary.

Refer to the freezing tempera-

tures listed on the label of the 

washer fluid bottle.

Tires

Replace or rotate tires in 
accordance with mainte-
nance schedules and tread-
wear.

Checking tires

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

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 can-

not 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.

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.

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.517)

Tire types

Summer tires

Summer tires are high-speed perfor-
mance 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 pro-
vide better traction in snow and to 
be adequate for driving in most win-
ter conditions as well as for use 
year-round. All season tires, how-
ever, do not have adequate traction 
performance compared with snow 
tires in heavy or loose snow. Also, 
all season tires fall short in accelera-
tion 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.243)

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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Checking the tire valves

When replacing the tires, check the 

tire valves for deformation, cracks, 

and other damage.

Rotate the tires in the order 
shown.

Front

To equalize tire wear and extend 
tire life, Toyota recommends that 
tire rotation is carried out at the 
same interval as tire inspection.
Vehicles with a tire pressure warn-
ing system: Do not fail to initialize 
the tire pressure warning system 
after tire rotation.

Your vehicle is equipped with a 
tire pressure warning system 
that uses tire pressure warning 
valves and transmitters to detect 

WARNING

When inspecting or replacing 

tires

Observe the following precautions 

to prevent accidents.

Failure to do so may cause dam-

age to parts of the drive train as 

well as dangerous handling char-

acteristics, which may lead to an 

accident resulting in death or seri-

ous injury.

Do not mix tires of different 

makes, models or tread pat-

terns.

Also, do not mix tires of remark-

ably different treadwear.

Do not use tire sizes other than 

those recommended by Toyota.

Do not mix differently con-

structed 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 previ-

ously.

NOTICE

If tire inflation pressure of 

each tire becomes low while 

driving

Do not continue driving, or your 

tires and/or wheels may be 

ruined.

Driving on rough roads

Take particular care when driving 

on roads with loose surfaces or 

potholes.

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.

Tire rotation

Tire pressure warning 
system (if equipped)

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low tire inflation pressure before 
serious problems arise.
If the tire pressure drops below 
a predetermined level, the driver 
is warned by a warning light. 
(

P.466)

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.

Situations in which the tire 

pressure warning system may 

not operate 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 

Equipment) 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 speci-

fied level.

• If tires not equipped with tire pres-

sure warning valves and transmit-

ters 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 facil-

ity 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.

Warning performance of the tire 

pressure warning system

The warning of the tire pressure 

warning system will change in 

accordance with driving conditions. 

For this reason, the system may 

give a warning even if the tire pres-

sure does not reach a low enough 

level, or if the pressure is higher 

than the pressure that was adjusted 

to when the system was initialized.

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 

Installing tire pressure 
warning valves and trans-
mitters (vehicles with a 
tire pressure warning sys-
tem)

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ID codes registered by your Toy-
ota dealer. (

P.433)

Replacing tires and wheels

If the ID code of the tire pressure 

warning valve and transmitter is not 

registered, the tire pressure warning 

system will not work properly. After 

driving for about 20 minutes, the tire 

pressure warning light blinks for 1 

minute and stays on to indicate a 

system malfunction.

The tire pressure warning 
system must be initialized 
in the following circum-
stances:

When rotating front and rear 
tires which have different tire 
inflation pressures.

When changing the tire size.

When the tire inflation pres-
sure is changed such as 
when changing traveling 
speed or load weight.

When changing between two 
registered wheel sets.

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

How to initialize the tire 
pressure warning system

1

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

NOTICE

Repairing or replacing tires, 

wheels, tire pressure warn-

ing valves, transmitters and 

tire valve caps

When removing or fitting the 

wheels, tires or the tire pressure 

warning valves and transmit-

ters, contact your Toyota dealer 

as the tire pressure warning 

valves and transmitters may be 

damaged if not handled cor-

rectly.

Make sure to install the tire 

valve caps. If the tire valve caps 

are not installed, water 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 

transmitters

When a tire is repaired with liquid 

sealants, the tire pressure warn-

ing valve and transmitter may not 

operate properly. If a liquid seal-

ant 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.430)

Initializing the tire pres-
sure warning system (if 
equipped)

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Initialization cannot be performed 

while the vehicle is moving.

2

Adjust the tire inflation pres-
sure to the specified cold tire 
inflation pressure level. 
(

P.513)

Make sure to adjust the tire pres-

sure to the specified cold tire infla-

tion pressure level. The tire 

pressure warning system will oper-

ate based on this pressure level.

3

Turn the power switch to ON.

4

Press 

 or 

 of the meter 

control switch to select 

.

5

Press 

 or 

 to select 

“Vehicle Settings” and then 

press and hold 

.

6

Press 

 or 

 to select 

“TPWS” and then press 

.

7

Press 

 or 

 to select “Set 

Pressure”. Then press and 

hold 

 until the tire pres-

sure warning light blinks 3 
times.

Initialization procedure

Make sure to carry out initializa-

tion after adjusting the tire inflation 

pressure.

Also, make sure the tires are cold 

before carrying out initialization or 

tire inflation pressure adjustment.

If you have accidentally turned the 

power switch off during initializa-

tion, it is not necessary to press 

the reset switch again as initializa-

tion will restart automatically when 

the power switch to ON for the 

next time.

If initialization has accidentally 

been started when it is not neces-

sary, adjust the tire inflation pres-

sure to the specified level when 

the tires are cold, and then per-

form the initialization procedure 

again.

When initialization of the tire 

pressure warning system has 

failed

Initialization can be completed in a 

few minutes. However, in the follow-

ing cases, the settings have not 

been recorded and the system will 

not operate properly. If repeated 

attempts to record tire inflation pres-

sure settings are unsuccessful, 

have the vehicle inspected by your 

Toyota dealer.

When attempting to start initializa-

tion, the tire pressure warning light 

does not blink 3 times.

After driving for a certain period of 

time since the initialization has 

been completed, the warning light 

comes on after blinking for 1 min-

ute.

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The tire pressure warning valve 
and transmitter is equipped with 
a unique ID code. When replac-
ing a tire pressure warning valve 
and transmitter, it is necessary 
to register the ID code. Have the 
ID code registered by your Toy-
ota dealer.

Your vehicle is equipped with 
tire pressure warning system 
with the function to have ID 
codes registered for a second 
wheel set, for example a winter 
set, by Toyota dealer.
After registration of a second 
wheel set, either of these two 
wheel sets can be selected for 
usage with the tire pressure 
warning system.

Operating conditions for 
the function

This function will perform the 
change of wheel set only if a 

second wheel set has been 
registered. If no second wheel 
set has been registered, no 
change will be made when 
selecting this function in the 
menu.

Only a change between both 
registered wheel set is possi-
ble, mixing between these 
wheel sets is not supported.

How to change between 
wheel sets

1

Have the vehicle fitted with 
the preferred wheel set.

2

Press 

 or 

 of the meter 

control switch to select 

.

3

Press 

 or 

 to select 

“Vehicle Settings” and then 

press 

.

4

Press 

 or 

 to select 

“TPWS” and then press 

.

5

Press 

 or 

 to select 

“Change Wheel”. Then press 

and hold 

until the tire 

pressure warning light blinks 
slowly 3 times.

WARNING

When initializing the tire pres-

sure warning system

Do not initialize the tire pressure 

warning system without first 

adjusting the tire inflation pres-

sure to the specified level. Other-

wise, the tire pressure warning 

light may not come on even if the 

tire inflation pressure is low, or it 

may come on when the tire infla-

tion pressure is actually normal.

Registering ID codes

Selecting wheel set

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Initialize the tire pressure 
warning system. (

P.431)

The recommended cold tire 
inflation pressure and tire size 
are displayed on the tire and 
loading information label. 
(

P.513)

Tire valve

Tire inflation pressure

Checking the specified 
tire inflation pressure

Inspection and adjust-
ment procedure

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Tire pressure gauge

1

Remove the tire valve cap.

2

Press the tip of the tire pres-
sure gauge onto the tire 
valve.

3

Read the pressure using the 
gauge gradations.

4

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.

5

After completing the tire infla-
tion pressure measurement 
and adjustment, apply soapy 
water to the valve and check 
for leakage.

6

Put the tire valve cap back 
on.

Tire inflation pressure check 

interval

You should check tire inflation pres-

sure 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 drive train

If a tire needs frequent inflating, 

have it checked by your Toyota 

dealer.

Instructions for checking tire 

inflation pressure

When checking tire inflation pres-

sure, 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 

appearance.

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 vehi-

cle 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 seri-

ous 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

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When replacing wheels, care 
should be taken to ensure that 
they are equivalent to those 
removed in load capacity, diam-
eter, rim width and inset

*

.

Replacement wheels are avail-
able at your Toyota dealer.

*

: Conventionally referred to as off-

set.

Toyota does not recommend 
using the following:

Wheels of different sizes or 
types

Used wheels

Bent wheels that have been 
straightened

When replacing wheels (vehi-

cles with a tire pressure warn-

ing system)

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 pres-

sure. Whenever wheels are 

replaced, the tire pressure warning 

valves and transmitters must be 

installed. (

P.430)

WARNING

Greater possibility of tire dam-

age while driving (due to road 

hazards, expansion joints, 

sharp edges in the road, etc.)

NOTICE

When inspecting and adjust-

ing 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.

Wheels

If a wheel is bent, cracked or 
heavily corroded, it should 
be replaced. Otherwise, the 
tire may separate from the 
wheel or cause a loss of 
handling control.

Wheel selection

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Use only Toyota wheel nuts 
and wheel nut 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 bal-
ance weights or equivalent 
and a plastic or rubber ham-
mer when balancing your 
wheels.

WARNING

When replacing wheels

Do not use wheels that are a dif-

ferent size from those recom-

mended 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 acci-

dent, causing death or serious 

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 tight-

ened, 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 pro-

hibited

Do not use cracked or deformed 

wheels. Doing so could cause the 

tire to leak air during driving, pos-

sibly causing an accident.

NOTICE

Replacing tire pressure warn-

ing valves and transmitters 

(vehicles with a tire pressure 

warning system)

Because tire repair or replace-

ment may affect the tire pres-

sure warning 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 transmit-

ters at your Toyota dealer.

Ensure that only genuine Toyota 

wheels are used on your vehi-

cle.

Tire pressure warning valves 

and transmitters may not work 

properly with non-genuine 

wheels.

Aluminum wheel precau-
tions

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1

Turn the power switch off.

2

Open the glove box. Slide off 
the damper.

3

Push in the glove box on the 
vehicle’s outer side to discon-
nect the claws. Then pull out 
the glove box and disconnect 
the lower claws.

4

Unlock the filter cover ( ), 
pull the filter cover out of the 

claws ( ), and remove the 
filter cover.

5

Remove the filter case.

6

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

The “

UP” marks shown on the 

filter and the filter case should be 

pointing up.

Checking interval

Replace the air conditioning filter 

according to the maintenance 

schedule. In dusty areas or areas 

with heavy traffic flow, early replace-

Air conditioning filter

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

Removing the air condi-
tioning filter

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ment may be required. (For sched-

uled maintenance information, 

please refer to the “Scheduled 

Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s 

Manual Supplement”.)

If air flow from the vents 

decreases dramatically

The filter may be clogged. Check 

the filter and replace if necessary.

Remove the dust from the air 
intake vent with a vacuum 
cleaner, etc.

Make sure to only use a vacuum to 
suck out dust and clogs. Attempting 
to blow out dust and clogs using an 
airgun, etc. may push it into the air 
intake vent. (

P.442)

NOTICE

When using the air condition-

ing system

Make sure that a filter is always 

installed.

Using the air conditioning system 

without a filter may cause damage 

to the system.

To prevent damage to the fil-

ter cover

When moving the filter cover in 

the direction of arrow to release 

the fitting, pay attention not to 

apply excessive force to the 

claws. Otherwise, the claws may 

be damaged.

Cleaning the hybrid 

battery (traction bat-

tery) air intake vent 

and filter

To prevent the fuel economy 
from being affected, visually 
inspect the hybrid battery 
(traction battery) air intake 
vent periodically for dust 
and clogs. If it is dusty or 
clogged or if “Maintenance 
Required for Traction Bat-
tery Cooling Parts See 
Owner’s Manual” is dis-
played on the multi-informa-
tion display, clean the air 
intake vent using the follow-
ing procedures:

Cleaning the air intake 
vent

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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