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If ID codes are not registered properly (vehicles with a tire inflation

pressure display function)

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

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

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

code registration.) 

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

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

normal to complete registration.

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

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

normal to complete.

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

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

nize the tire pressure warning valve and transmitters of your vehicle

over those of other vehicles.

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

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

installed wheels may not be possible.

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

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

perform the ID code registration procedure again.

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

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

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

warning light does not blink slowly 3 times.

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

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

approximately 1 minute and then illuminates.

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If ID code registration cannot be completed after performing the above

procedure, contact your Toyota dealer.

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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 drive train as well as

dangerous  handling  characteristics,  which  may  lead  to  an  accident

resulting in death or serious injury.

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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.

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Do not use tires that have been used on another vehicle.

Do not use tires if you do not know how they were used previously. 

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When initializing the tire pressure warning system

Do not initialize the tire pressure warning system without first adjusting

the tire inflation pressure to the specified level. Otherwise, the tire pres-

sure warning light may not come on even if the tire inflation pressure is

low, or it may come on when the tire inflation pressure is actually nor-

mal.

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NOTICE

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Repairing  or  replacing  tires,  wheels,  tire  pressure  warning  valve

and transmitters and tire valve caps

●

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

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

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

rectly.

●

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

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

and transmitters and the valves may become stuck.

●

When replacing tire valve caps, do not replace them with metal caps or

any tire valve caps other than specified, as they may become stuck.

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

ters

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

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

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

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

transmitter when replacing the tire. (



P. 475)

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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.

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

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

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

to the following:

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

they may be damaged more severely.

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

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

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If tire inflation pressure of each tire becomes low while driving

Do not continue driving, or your tires and/or wheels may be ruined.

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



P. 584)

Tire inflation pressure

Tire inflation pressure

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Type A

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Type B

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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.

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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.

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Effects of incorrect tire inflation pressure

Driving with incorrect tire inflation pressure may result in the following:

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Reduced fuel economy

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Reduced driving comfort and poor handling

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Reduced tire life due to wear

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Reduced safety

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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:

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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.

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Always use a tire pressure gauge.

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

ance.

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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.

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Never exceed the vehicle capacity weight.

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

balanced.

WARNING

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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:

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Excessive wear

●

Uneven wear

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Poor handling

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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 on the road, etc.)

NOTICE

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When inspecting and adjusting tire inflation pressure

Be sure to put the tire valve caps back on.

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

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

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

*

.

Replacement wheels are available at your Toyota dealer.

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: Conventionally referred to as “offset”.

Toyota does not recommend using the following:

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Wheels of different sizes or types

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Used wheels

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Bent wheels that have been straightened

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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.

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When replacing wheels

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

and  transmitters  that  allow  the  tire  pressure  warning  system  to  provide

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

ever  wheels  are  replaced,  tire  pressure  warning  valve  and  transmitters

must be installed. (

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P. 475)

Wheels

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

Wheel selection

Aluminum wheel precautions (if equipped)

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WARNING

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When replacing wheels

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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.

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When installing the wheel nuts

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Be sure to install the wheel nuts with the tapered ends facing inward.

(



P. 553) 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 seri-

ous injury.

●

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

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

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

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

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

grease from the wheel bolts or wheel nuts.

NOTICE

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Replacing tire pressure warning valve and transmitters

●

Because tire repair or replacement may affect the tire pressure warn-
ing  valve  and  transmitters, make sure to have tires serviced  by your
Toyota dealer or other qualified service shop. In addition, make sure to
purchase  your  tire  pressure  warning  valve  and  transmitters  at  your
Toyota dealer.

●

Ensure that only genuine Toyota wheels are used on your vehicle.
Tire  pressure  warning  valve  and  transmitters  may  not  work  properly
with non-genuine wheels. 

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

Remove the filter cover.

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

Remove the filter case.

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

Air conditioning filter

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

Removal method

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

The “

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UP” marks shown on the fil-

ter  and  the  filter  case  should  be
pointing up.

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Checking interval

Inspect and replace the air conditioning  filter  according to  the  maintenance
schedule. In dusty areas or areas with heavy traffic flow, early replacement
may be required. (For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to the
“Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”.)

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If air flow from the vents decreases dramatically

The filter may be clogged. Check the filter and replace if necessary.

■

Air conditioning filter with deodorizing function

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

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When using the air conditioning system

Make sure that a filter is always installed.
Using the air conditioning system without a filter may cause damage to the
system.

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To prevent damage to the filter cover

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

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Flathead screwdriver

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Small flathead screwdriver

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Lithium battery CR2032

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Vehicles without a smart key system

Remove the key cover.

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

Remove the battery cover.

If  the  battery  cover  is  difficult  to
remove, lift the edge to remove it.

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

Insert  a  new  battery  with  the  “+”
terminal facing up.

Wireless remote control/electronic key 

battery

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

You will need the following items:

Replacing the battery

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Install the battery cover with the
tab facing up.

Push the entire edge of the battery
cover into the key.

Install the key cover.

Align  the  key  cover  with  the  key
and  then  press  it  straight  into  the
key.
Make  sure  that  the  key  cover  is
securely installed without any gaps
between it and the key.

Operate the 

 or 

 switch and check that the doors can

be locked/unlocked.

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Release  the  lock  and  remove
the mechanical key.

Remove the key cover.

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

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

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

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

 and 

 with the directions reversed.

Operate the 

 or 

 switch and check that the doors can

be locked/unlocked.

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When replacing the key battery

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

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Use a CR2032 lithium battery

●

Batteries can be purchased at your Toyota dealer, local electrical appliance
shops or camera stores.

●

Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manu-
facturer.

●

Dispose of used batteries according to local laws.

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If the key battery is depleted 

The following symptoms may occur:

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The  smart  key  system  (if  equipped)  and  wireless  remote  control  will  not
function properly.

●

The operational range will be reduced.

WARNING

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Battery precautions

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

●

Do not swallow the battery. Doing so may cause chemical burns.

●

Vehicles  without  a  smart  key  system: A  coin  battery  or  button  battery  is
used in the key. If a battery is swallowed, it may cause severe chemical
burns in as little as 2 hours and may result in death or serious injury.

●

Vehicles with a smart key system: A coin battery or button battery is used
in the electronic key. If a battery is swallowed, it may cause severe chemi-
cal burns in as little as 2 hours and may result in death or serious injury.

●

Keep away new and removed batteries from children.

●

Vehicles without a smart key system: If the cover cannot be firmly closed,
stop  using the key and stow the key in  the  place where  children  cannot
reach, and then contact your Toyota dealer.

●

Vehicles  with  a  smart  key  system:  If  the  cover  cannot  be  firmly  closed,
stop using the electronic key and stow the key in the place where children
cannot reach, and then contact your Toyota dealer.

●

If  you  accidentally  swallow  a  battery  or  put  a  battery  into  a  part  of  your
body, get emergency medical attention immediately.

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WARNING

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To prevent battery explosion or leakage of flammable liquid or gas

●

Replace the battery with a new battery of the same type. If a wrong type of
battery is used, it may explode.

●

Do not expose batteries to extremely low pressure due to high altitude or
extremely high temperatures.

●

Do not burn, break or cut a battery.

NOTICE

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For normal operation after replacing the battery

Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents:

●

Always work with dry hands.
Moisture may cause the battery to rust.

●

Do not touch or move any other component inside the remote control.

●

Do not bend either of the battery terminals.

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When  removing  the  battery  cover  (vehicles  without  a  smart  key  sys-
tem)

Do not forcibly remove the battery cover, otherwise it may be damaged.
If the battery cover is difficult to remove, lift the edge to remove it.

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

Checking and replacing fuses

If any of the electrical components do not operate, a fuse may
have blown. If this happens, check and replace the fuses as nec-
essary.

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Engine compartment (type A)

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Engine  compartment  (type  B)
(if equipped)

Push the tabs in and lift the lid off.

Push  the  tabs  in  and  lift  the  lid
off.



Under  the  driver’s  side  instru-
ment panel

Remove the lid.

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