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When recharging or replacing the battery (vehicles with a smart key sys-
tem)

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In some cases, it may not be possible to unlock the doors using the smart
key system when the battery is discharged. Use the wireless remote control
or the mechanical key to lock or unlock the doors.

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The engine may not start on the first attempt after the battery has recharged
but will start normally after the second attempt. This is not a malfunction.

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The engine switch mode is memorized by the vehicle. When the battery is
reconnected, the system will return to the mode it was in before the battery
was discharged. Before disconnecting the battery, turn the engine switch off.
If you are unsure what mode the engine switch was in before the battery dis-
charged, be especially careful when reconnecting the battery.

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When replacing the battery

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Use a battery that conforms to European regulations.

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Use a battery with the same case size, equivalent or greater 20 hour rate
capacity (20HR), and equivalent or greater performance rating (CCA) as the
battery which is being replaced.

The case size, 20 hour rate capacity (20HR) and performance rating
(CCA) are specified on the label attached to the battery.

• If the sizes differ, the battery cannot be properly secured.
• If the 20 hour rate capacity is low, even if the time period where the vehi-

cle is not used is a short time, the battery may discharge and the engine
may not be able to start.

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For details, consult your Toyota dealer.

Case size

20 hour rate

capacity (20HR)

Performance rating

(CCA)

Type A

LN2

60Ah

563A

Type B

LN3

70Ah

603A

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When removing the battery terminals

Always remove the negative (-) terminal first. If the positive (+) terminal con-
tacts any metal in the surrounding area when the positive (+) terminal is
removed, a spark may occur, leading to a fire in addition to electrical shocks
and death or serious injury.

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Avoiding battery fires or explosions

Observe the following precautions to prevent accidentally igniting the flam-
mable gas that may be emitted from the battery:

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Make sure each jumper cable is connected to the correct terminal and that
it is not unintentionally in contact with any other than the intended terminal.

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Do not allow the other end of the jumper cable connected to the “+” termi-
nal to come into contact with any other parts or metal surfaces in the area,
such as brackets or unpainted metal.

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Do not allow the + and - clamps of the jumper cables to come into contact
with each other.

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Do not smoke, use matches, cigarette lighters or allow open flame near
the battery.

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Battery precautions

The battery contains poisonous and corrosive acidic electrolyte, while
related parts contain lead and lead compounds. Observe the following pre-
cautions when handling the battery:

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When working with the battery, always wear safety glasses and take care
not to allow any battery fluids (acid) to come into contact with skin, clothing
or the vehicle body.

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Do not lean over the battery.

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In the event that battery fluid comes into contact with the skin or eyes,
immediately wash the affected area with water and seek medical attention.
Place a wet sponge or cloth over the affected area until medical attention
can be received.

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Always wash your hands after handling the battery support, terminals, and
other battery-related parts.

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Do not allow children near the battery.

NOTICE

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When handling jumper cables

When connecting the jumper cables, ensure that they do not become entan-
gled in the cooling fan or engine drive belt.

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Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air conditioning sys-
tem, and then stop the engine.
If you see steam:
Carefully lift the hood after the steam subsides.
If you do not see steam:
Carefully lift the hood.
After the engine has cooled
down sufficiently, inspect the
hoses and radiator core (radia-
tor) for any leaks.

Radiator
Cooling fan

If a large amount of coolant leaks,
immediately contact your Toyota
dealer.

If your vehicle overheats

The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating.

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The needle of the engine coolant temperature gauge (

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enters the red zone or a loss of engine power is experienced. (For
example, the vehicle speed does not increase.)

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“Engine Coolant Temp High Stop in a Safe Place See Owner’s
Manual” is shown on the multi-information display.

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Steam comes out from under the hood.

Correction procedures

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

Reservoir
“F” line
“L” line
Radiator cap

Add coolant if necessary.

Water can be used in an emergency if coolant is unavailable.

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2.5 L 4-cylinder (A25A-FKS)
engine

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3.5 L V6 (2GR-FKS) engine

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2.5 L 4-cylinder (A25A-FKS)
engine

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3.5 L V6 (2GR-FKS) engine

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Start the engine and turn the air conditioning system on to check
that the radiator cooling fan operates and to check for coolant leaks
from the radiator or hoses.

The fan operates when the air conditioning system is turned on immedi-
ately after a cold start. Confirm that the fan is operating by checking the fan
sound and air flow. If it is difficult to check these, turn the air conditioning
system on and off repeatedly. (The fan may not operate in freezing tem-
peratures.)

If the fan is not operating:
Stop the engine immediately and contact your Toyota dealer.
If the fan is operating:
Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest Toyota dealer.

WARNING

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To prevent an accident or injury when inspecting under the hood of
your vehicle

Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in serious injury such as burns.

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If steam is seen coming from under the hood, do not open the hood until
the steam has subsided. The engine compartment may be very hot.

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Keep hands and clothing (especially a tie, a scarf or a muffler) away from
the fan and belts. Failure to do so may cause the hands or clothing to be
caught, resulting in serious injury.

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Do not loosen the radiator cap and the coolant reservoir cap while the
engine and radiator are hot.
High temperature steam or coolant could spray out.

NOTICE

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When adding engine coolant

Wait until the engine has cooled down before adding engine coolant.
When adding coolant, do so slowly. Adding cool coolant to a hot engine too
quickly can cause damage to the engine.

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To prevent damage to the cooling system

Observe the following precautions:

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Avoid contaminating the coolant with foreign matter (such as sand or dust
etc.).

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Do not use any coolant additives.

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Stop the engine. Set the parking brake and shift the shift lever to P.
Remove the mud, snow or sand from around the front wheels.
Place wood, stones or some other material under the front wheels
to help provide traction.
Restart the engine.
Shift the shift lever to D or R and release the parking brake. Then,
while exercising caution, depress the accelerator pedal.

If the vehicle becomes stuck

Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle
becomes stuck in mud, dirt or snow:

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When it is difficult to free the vehicle

Press

to turn off TRAC.

WARNING

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When attempting to free a stuck vehicle

If you choose to push the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the
surrounding area is clear to avoid striking other vehicles, objects or people.
The vehicle may also lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes
free. Use extreme caution.

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When shifting the shift lever

Be careful not to shift the shift lever with the accelerator pedal depressed.
This may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle that may
cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.

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To avoid damaging the transmission and other components

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Avoid spinning the front wheels and depressing the accelerator pedal
more than necessary.

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If the vehicle remains stuck even after these procedures are performed,
the vehicle may require towing to be freed.

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8-1. Specifications

: Unladen vehicles

: For LE or XLE grade models

: For SE or XSE grade models

: 205/65R16 tires

: 215/55R17 tires and TRD models with 235/40R19 tires

: 235/45R18, and SE or XSE grade models with 235/40R19 tires

: For TRD models

Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)

Dimensions and weights (2WD models)

Overall length

192.1 in. (4880 mm)

192.7 in. (4895 mm)

194.6 in. (4944 mm)

Overall width

72.4 in. (1840 mm)

2, 3

73.1 in. (1856 mm)

Overall height

56.9 in. (1445 mm)

2, 3

56.3 in. (1430 mm)

Wheelbase

111.2 in. (2825 mm)

Tread

Front

63.0 in. (1600 mm)

62.6 in. (1590 mm)

62.2 in. (1580 mm)

Rear

63.2 in. (1605 mm)

62.8 in. (1595 mm)

62.6 in. (1590 mm)

Vehicle capacity weight
(occupants + luggage)

925 lb. (420 kg)

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: Unladen vehicles

: For LE or XLE grade models

: For SE or XSE grade models

: 215/55R17 tires

: 235/45R18 and 235/40R19 tires

Dimensions and weights (AWD models)

Overall length

192.1 in. (4880 mm)

192.7 in. (4895 mm)

Overall width

72.4 in. (1840 mm)

Overall height

57.1 in. (1450 mm)

Wheelbase

111.2 in. (2825 mm)

Tread

Front

62.6 in. (1590 mm)

62.2 in. (1580 mm)

Rear

63.0 in. (1600 mm)

62.8 in. (1595 mm)

Vehicle capacity weight
(occupants + luggage)

925 lb. (420 kg)

Seating capacity

Seating capacity

5 (Front 2, Rear 3)

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Engine number

The engine number is stamped on the engine block as shown.

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2.5 L 4-cylinder (A25A-FKS)
engine

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3.5 L V6 (2GR-FKS) engine

Engine

Model

A25A-FKS

2GR-FKS

Type

4-cylinder in line,
4-cycle, gasoline

6-cylinder V type,
4-cycle, gasoline

Bore and stroke

3.44

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4.07 in.

(87.5

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103.4 mm)

3.70

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3.27 in.

(94.0



83.0 mm)

Displacement

151.8 cu. in. (2487 cm

)

210.9 cu. in. (3456 cm

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Valve clearance

Automatic adjustment

Drive belt tension

Automatic adjustment

Fuel

Fuel type

Unleaded gasoline only

Octane rating

87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher

Fuel tank capacity
(Reference)

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For 2WD models

16.0 gal. (60.6 L, 13.3 Imp. gal.)

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For AWD models

14.4 gal. (54.5 L, 11.9 Imp. gal.)

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Oil capacity (Drain and refill [Reference

])

: The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changing

the engine oil. Warm up and turn off the engine, wait more than 5 minutes,
and check the oil level on the dipstick.

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Engine oil selection

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2.5 L 4-cylinder (A25A-FKS) engine

“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in your Toyota vehicle. Use
Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent to sat-
isfy the following grade and viscosity.
Oil grade: ILSAC GF-6B multigrade engine oil
Recommended viscosity: SAE 0W-16

SAE  0W-16  is  the  best  choice  for
good fuel economy and good start-
ing in cold weather.
If SAE 0W-16 is not available, SAE
0W-20  oil  may  be  used.  However,
it  must  be  replaced  with SAE 0W-
16 at the next oil change.

Oil viscosity (0W-16 is explained here as an example):

• The 0W in 0W-16 indicates the characteristic of the oil which allows cold

startability. Oils with a lower value before the W allow for easier starting of
the engine in cold weather.

• The 16 in 0W-16 indicates the viscosity characteristic of the oil when the

oil is at high temperature. An oil with a higher viscosity (one with a higher
value) may be better suited if the vehicle is operated at high speeds, or
under extreme load conditions.

Lubrication system

With filter

Without filter

2.5

4-cylinder

(A25A-FKS) engine

4.8 qt.
(4.5 L, 4.0 Imp. qt.)

4.4 qt.
(4.2 L, 3.7 Imp. qt.)

3.5 L V6 (2GR-FKS)
engine

5.7 qt.
(5.4 L, 4.8 Imp. qt.)

5.6 qt.
(5.3 L, 4.7 Imp. qt.)

Outside temperature

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How to read oil container label:
API registered mark is added to
some oil containers to help you
select the oil you should use.

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3.5 L V6 (2GR-FKS) engine

“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in your Toyota vehicle. Use
Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent to sat-
isfy the following grade and viscosity.
Oil grade: ILSAC GF-6A multigrade engine oil
Recommended viscosity: SAE 0W-20

SAE  0W-20  is  the  best  choice  for
good fuel economy and good start-
ing in cold weather.
If SAE 0W-20 is not available, SAE
5W-20  oil  may  be  used.  However,
it  must  be  replaced  with SAE 0W-
20 at the next oil change.

Oil viscosity (0W-20 is explained here as an example):

• The 0W in 0W-20 indicates the characteristic of the oil which allows cold

startability. Oils with a lower value before the W allow for easier starting of
the engine in cold weather.

• The 20 in 0W-20 indicates the viscosity characteristic of the oil when the

oil is at high temperature. An oil with a higher viscosity (one with a higher
value) may be better suited if the vehicle is operated at high speeds, or
under extreme load conditions.

Outside temperature

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How to read oil container label:
The  International  Lubricant
Specification Advisory  Commit-
tee  (ILSAC)  Certification  Mark
is added to some oil containers
to  help  you  select  the  oil  you
should use.

Cooling system

Capacity
(Reference)



2.5 L 4-cylinder (A25A-FKS) engine

7.3 qt. (6.9 L, 6.1 Imp. qt.)

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3.5 L V6 (2GR-FKS) engine

9.1 qt. (8.6 L, 7.6 Imp. qt.)

Coolant type

Use either of the following:

• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
• Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based

non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and
non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid
organic acid technology

Do not use plain water alone.

Ignition system

Spark plug

Make



2.5 L 4-cylinder (A25A-FKS) engine

DENSO FC16HR-Q8

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3.5 L V6 (2GR-FKS) engine

DENSO FK20HBR8

Gap

0.031 in. (0.8 mm)

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Iridium-tipped spark plugs

Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust spark plug gap.

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: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity.

If replacement is necessary, contact your Toyota dealer.

Electrical system

Battery

Specific voltage reading at
68

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F (20

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C):

12.3 V or higher
If the voltage is lower than the standard
value, charge the battery.
(When checking the voltage, after turning
the engine switch off, wait for 30 seconds
with the high beam headlights illuminated,
then turn the high beam headlights off and
check the voltage.)

Charging rates

5 A max.

Automatic transaxle

Fluid capacity



2.5 L 4-cylinder (A25A-FKS) engine

7.7 qt. (7.3 L, 6.4 Imp. qt.)



3.5 L V6 (2GR-FKS) engine

7.9 qt. (7.5 L, 6.6 Imp. qt.)

Fluid type

Toyota Genuine ATF WS

NOTICE

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Transmission fluid type

Using transmission fluid other than the above type may cause abnormal
noise or vibration, or damage the transmission of your vehicle.

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