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IVING TIPS

vehicle roll.
The flow of fuel is interrupted
while coasting.

Switch off the engine during lon-
ger stops, for instance at traffic
lights, railroad crossings or in
traffic congestion.

The Auto Start/Stop function of
the vehicle automatically
switches off the engine during a
stop.
If the engine is switched off and
then restarted rather than leav-
ing the engine running con-
stantly, fuel consumption and
emissions are reduced. Sav-
ings can begin within a few sec-
onds of switching off the engine.
In addition, fuel consumption is
also determined by other fac-
tors, such as driving style, road
conditions, maintenance or envi-
ronmental factors.

Functions such as seat heating
and the rear window defroster

require a lot of energy and
increase fuel consumption,
especially in city and
stop-and-go traffic.
Switch off these functions if they
are not needed.

Have the vehicle maintained
regularly to achieve optimal
vehicle efficiency and service
life. Toyota recommends that
maintenance work be performed
by Toyota.
For information on the Mainte-
nance System, refer to page
309.

Switch off the engine
during longer stops

Switching off the engine

Auto Start/Stop function

Switch off any functions
that are not currently
needed

Have maintenance carried
out

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Refueling.....................

270

Wheels and tires .........

272

Engine compartment...

298

Operating materials.....

301

Maintenance ...............

309

Replacing components

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312

Breakdown assistance

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321

Care ............................

331

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This chapter describes all stan-
dard, country-specific and
optional features offered with
the series. It also describes fea-
tures and functions that are not
necessarily available in your
vehicle, e.g., due to the selected
options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related
functions and systems. When
using these functions and sys-
tems, the applicable laws and
regulations must be observed.

Follow the fuel recommenda-
tion, refer to page 301, prior to
refueling.
When refueling, insert the filler
nozzle completely into the filler
pipe. Lifting up the fuel pump
nozzle during refueling causes:



Premature switching off.



Reduced return of the fuel
vapors.

The fuel tank is full when the
filler nozzle clicks off the first
time.
Make sure that the fuel cap is

closed properly after refueling,
otherwise the emissions warn-
ing light may light up.
Follow safety regulations posted
at the gas station.

Briefly press the rear edge of
the fuel filler flap.

Refueling

Vehicle features and
options

Follow the following when
refueling

General information

Safety information

NOTICE

With a driving range of less than

30 miles/50 km the engine may

no longer have sufficient fuel.

Engine functions are not ensured

anymore. There is a risk of dam-

age to property. Refuel promptly.

NOTICE

Fuels are toxic and aggressive.

Overfilling of the fuel tank can

damage the fuel system. Painted

surfaces may be damaged by

contact with fuel. Escaping fuel

can harm the environment. There

is a risk of damage to property.

Avoid overfilling.

Fuel cap

Opening

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Turn the fuel cap counter-
clockwise.

Place the fuel cap in the
bracket attached to the fuel
filler flap.

Fit the cap and turn it clock-
wise until you clearly hear a
click.

Press on the fuel filler flap
until it engages.

It may be necessary in certain
situations to unlock the fuel filler
flap manually, e.g. with an elec-
trical fault.
Have fuel filler flap unlocked by
your Toyota dealer.

Closing

WARNING

The retaining strap of the fuel cap

can be jammed and crushed

during closing. The cap cannot be

correctly closed. Fuel or fuel

vapors can escape. There is a

risk of injury or risk of damage to

property. Pay attention that the

retaining strap is not jammed or

crushed when closing the cap.

Manually unlocking fuel
filler flap

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The tire characteristics and tire
inflation pressure influence the
following:
• The service life of the tires.
• Road safety.
• Driving comfort.
• Fuel consumption.

The tire inflation pressure table,
refer to page 275, contains all
tire inflation pressure specifica-
tions for the specified tire sizes
at the ambient temperature. The
tire inflation pressure values
apply to tire sizes approved by
the manufacturer of the vehicle
for the vehicle type.
To identify the correct tire infla-
tion pressure, please note the
following:
If the tire's speed code cannot
be found, then the tire inflation
pressure for the corresponding
tire size applies.
• Tire sizes of your vehicle.
• Maximum permitted driving

speed.

Wheels and tires

Vehicle features and
options

Tire inflation pressure

General information

Safety information

WARNING

A tire with too little or no tire infla-

tion pressure may heat up signifi-

cantly and sustain damage. This

will have a negative impact on

aspects of handling, such as

steering and braking response.

There is a risk of an accident.

Regularly check the tire inflation

pressure, and correct it as

needed, for instance twice a

month and before a long trip.

Tire inflation pressure
specifications

In the tire inflation pressure
table

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The current tire inflation pres-
sure values and the intended
tire inflation pressure values for
the mounted tires can be dis-
played on the Control Display.
To ensure that they are dis-
played correctly, the tire sizes
must be stored in the system
and must have been set, refer to
page 288, for the mounted tires.
The current tire inflation pres-
sure value is located on each
tire.
The reference tire inflation pres-
sure value is located in the
lower area of the Control Dis-
play.

Tires heat up while driving. The
tire inflation pressure increases
with the tire temperature.
Tires have a natural, consistent
loss of tire inflation pressure.
The displays of inflation devices
may under-read by up to 0.1
bar/2 psi.

The tire inflation pressure speci-
fications in the tire inflation pres-
sure table only relate to cold
tires or tires at the same tem-
perature as the ambient tem-
perature.
Only check the tire inflation
pressure levels when the tires
are cold, i.e.:
• Driving range of max. 1.25

miles/2 km has not been
exceeded.

• If the vehicle has not moved

again for at least 2 hours after
a trip.

Check the tire inflation pressure
of the emergency wheel in the
cargo area regularly, and correct
it as needed.

Determine, refer to page 272,
the intended tire inflation
pressure levels for the
mounted tires.

Check the tire inflation pres-
sure in all four tires, using a
pressure gauge, for example.

Correct the tire inflation pres-
sure if the actual tire inflation
pressure deviates from spec-
ified tire inflation pressure.

Check whether all valve caps
are screwed onto the tire
valves.

On the Control Display

Checking the tire inflation
pressure

General information

Checking using tire inflation
pressure specifications in
the tire inflation pressure
table

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Via Toyota Supra Command:

"My vehicle"

"Vehicle status"

"Tire Pressure Monitor"

Check whether the current
tire inflation pressure levels
deviate from the intended tire
pressure value.

Correct the tire inflation pres-
sure if the actual tire inflation
pressure deviates from spec-
ified tire inflation pressure.

The display of the current tire
pressure may be limited when
the vehicle is stationary. After a
short drive, the tire pressure is
updated.

With tires that cannot be found
in the tire pressure values on
the Control Display, reset the
Tire Pressure Monitor TPM.

For speeds of up to 100
mph/160 km/h and for optimum
driving comfort, note the pres-
sure values in the tire inflation
pressure table, refer to page
275, and adjust as necessary.

These pressure values can also
be found on the tire inflation
pressure label on the driver's
door pillar.
Do not exceed a speed of 100
mph/160 km/h.

Checking using the tire infla-
tion pressure specifications
on the Control Display

After correcting the tire infla-
tion pressure

Tire inflation pressures up
to 100 mph/160 km/h

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Tire inflation pressure values up to 100 mph/160 km/h

2.0 models

Tire size

Pressure specifications in bar/PSI

Specifications in bar/PSI with cold
tires

225/50 R 17 98 H M+S XL Std/RSC

2.2 / 32

255/40 R 18 99 V M+S XL Std

2.2 / 32

Front: 255/40 ZR 18 95 Y Std
Rear: 275/40 ZR 18 99 Y Std

2.2 / 32
2.2 / 32

Front: 255/35 ZR 19 96 Y XL Std
Rear: 275/35 ZR 19 100 Y XL Std

2.2 / 32
2.2 / 32

3.0 and 3.0 Premium models

Tire size

Pressure specifications in bar/PSI

Specifications in bar/PSI with cold
tires

225/50 R 17 98 H M+S XL Std/RSC

2.2 / 32

255/40 R 18 99 V M+S XL Std

2.6 / 38

Front: 255/40 ZR 18 95 Y Std
Rear: 275/40 ZR 18 99 Y Std

2.6 / 38
2.6 / 38

Front: 255/35 ZR 19 96 Y XL Std
Rear: 275/35 ZR 19 100 Y XL Std

2.6 / 38
2.6 / 38

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For speeds over 100 mph/160
km/h and for optimum driving
comfort, note the pressure val-
ues in the tire inflation pressure
table, refer to page 276, and
adjust as necessary.

Tire inflation pressures at
max. speeds above 100
mph/160 km/h

WARNING

In order to drive at maximum

speeds in excess of 100 mph/160

km/h, please observe, and, if nec-

essary, adjust tire pressures for

speeds exceeding 100 mph/160

km/h from the relevant table on

the following pages. Otherwise,

tire damage and accidents could

occur.

Tire inflation pressure values over 100 mph/160 km/h

2.0 models

Tire size

Pressure specifications in bar/PSI

Specifications in bar/PSI with cold
tires

225/50 R 17 98 H M+S XL Std/RSC

2.2 / 32

255/40 R 18 99 V M+S XL Std

2.2 / 32

Front: 255/40 ZR 18 95 Y Std
Rear: 275/40 ZR 18 99 Y Std

2.2 / 32
2.2 / 32

Front: 255/35 ZR 19 96 Y XL Std
Rear: 275/35 ZR 19 100 Y XL Std

2.2 / 32
2.2 / 32

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245/45 R 18 96 Y
245: nominal width in mm
45: aspect ratio in %
R: radial tire code
18: rim diameter in inches
96: load rating, not for ZR tires
Y: speed rating, before the R on
ZR tires

Maximum tire load is the maxi-
mum permissible weight for
which the tire is approved.
Locate the maximum tire load
on the tire sidewall and the
Gross Axle Weight Rating –

GAWR – on the certification
label on the driver door B-pillar.
Divide the tire load by 1.1. It
must be greater than one-half of
the vehicle’s Gross Axle Weight
Rating – GAWR. Note, front vs.
rear GAWR and tire loads,
respectively.

Q = up to 100 mph/160 km/h
R = up to 106 mph/170 km/h
S = up to 112 mph/180 km/h
T = up to 118 mph/190 km/h
H = up to 131 mph/210 km/h
V = up to 150 mph/240 km/h
W = up to 167 mph/270 km/h
Y = up to 186 mph/300 km/h
(Y) = above 186 mph/300 km/h

3.0 and 3.0 Premium models

Tire size

Pressure specifications in bar/PSI

Specifications in bar/PSI with cold
tires

225/50 R 17 98 H M+S XL Std/RSC

2.2 / 32

255/40 R 18 99 V M+S XL Std

2.6 / 38

Front: 255/40 ZR 18 95 Y Std
Rear: 275/40 ZR 18 99 Y Std

2.6 / 38
2.6 / 38

Front: 255/35 ZR 19 96 Y XL Std
Rear: 275/35 ZR 19 100 Y XL Std

2.6 / 38
2.6 / 38

Tire identification marks

Tire size

Maximum tire load

Speed letter

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DOT code: DOT xxxx xxx 3820
xxxx: manufacturer code for the
tire brand
xxx: tire size and tire design
3820: tire age
Tires with DOT codes meet the
guidelines of the U.S. Depart-
ment of Transportation.

Regardless of the tire tread,
replace tires at least every 6
years.

You can find the manufacture
date of the tire on the tire's side-
wall.

Quality grades can be found
where applicable on the tire
sidewall between tread shoulder
and maximum section width.
E.g.: Treadwear 200; Traction
AA; Temperature A

Treadwear
Traction AA A B C
Temperature A B C
All passenger vehicle tires must
conform to Federal Safety
Requirements in addition to
these grades

The treadwear grade is a com-
parative rating based on the
wear rate of the tire when tested
under controlled conditions on a
specified government test
course. E.g., a tire graded 150
would wear one and one-half, 1
g, times as well on the govern-
ment course as a tire graded
100. The relative performance
of tires depends upon the actual
conditions of their use, however,
and may depart significantly
from the norm due to variations
in driving habits, service prac-
tices and differences in road
characteristics and climate.

The traction grades, from high-
est to lowest, are AA, A, B, and
C.
Those grades represent the
tire's ability to stop on wet pave-
ment as measured under con-
trolled conditions on specified

Tire Identification Number

Tire age

Recommendation

Manufacture date

Designation

Manufacture

date

DOT … 3820

38th week, 2020

Uniform Tire Quality Grad-
ing

DOT Quality Grades

Treadwear

Traction

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government test surfaces of
asphalt and concrete. A tire
marked C may have poor trac-
tion performance.
The traction grade assigned to
this tire is based on
straight-ahead braking traction
tests, and does not include
acceleration, cornering, hydro-
planing, or peak traction charac-
teristics.

The temperature grades are A,
the highest, B, and C, represent-
ing the tire's resistance to the
generation of heat and its ability
to dissipate heat when tested
under controlled conditions on a
specified indoor laboratory test
wheel. Sustained high tempera-
ture can cause the material of
the tire to degenerate and
reduce tire life, and excessive
temperature can lead to sudden
tire failure.
The grade C corresponds to a
level of performance which all
passenger vehicle tires must
meet under the Federal Motor
Vehicle Safety Standard No.
109. Grades Band A represent
higher levels of performance on
the laboratory test wheel than
the minimum required by law.

Winter and all-season tires with
better cold weather performance
than summer tires.

Do not drive with a tire tread of
less than 0.12 in/3 mm, other-
wise there is an increased risk
of hydroplaning.

Do not drive with a tire tread of
less than 0.16 in/4 mm, as such
tires are less suitable for winter
operation.

Do not drive with a tire tread
depth of less than 0.16 in/4 mm,
as such tires are less suitable
for winter driving conditions.

Temperature

WARNING

The temperature grade for this tire

is established for a tire that is

properly inflated and not over-

loaded. Excessive speed, under-

inflation, or excessive loading,

either separately or in combina-

tion, can cause heat buildup and

possible tire failure.

M+S

Tire tread

Summer tires

Winter tires

All-season tires

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Distributed over the tire circum-
ference are the tire manufac-
turer's wear indicators with a
height of at least 0.06 in/1.6
mm, which serve as an indicator
of tire tread wear.
The positions of the wear indica-
tors are marked on the tire side-
wall with TWI, Tread Wear
Indicator.
Irrespective of the wear indica-
tors, observe the statutory regu-
lations on the minimum tread
depth.

Inspect your tires regularly for
damage, foreign objects lodged
in the tread, and tread wear.
Driving over rough or damaged
road surfaces, as well as debris,
curbs and other obstacles can
cause serious damage to
wheels, tires and suspension
parts. This is more likely to

occur with low-profile tires,
which provide less cushioning
between the wheel and the
road. Be careful to avoid road
hazards and reduce your speed,
especially if your vehicle is
equipped with low-profile tires.
Indications of tire damage or
other vehicle malfunctions:
• Unusual vibrations.
• Unusual tire or running

noises.

• Unusual handling such as a

strong tendency to pull to the
left or right.

• Uneven wear pattern, e.g.,

increased wear in the area of
the tire shoulder.

Damage can be caused by the
following situations, for instance:
• Driving over curbs.
• Road damage.
• Tire inflation pressure too low.
• Vehicle overloading.
• Incorrect tire storage.

Minimum tread depth

Tire damage

General information

Safety information

WARNING

Damaged tires can lose tire infla-

tion pressure, which can lead to

loss of vehicle control. There is a

risk of an accident. If tire damage

is suspected while driving, imme-

diately reduce speed and stop.

Have wheels and tires checked.

For this purpose, drive carefully to

the nearest your Toyota dealer.

Have vehicle towed or trans-

ported as needed. Do not repair

damaged tires, but have them

replaced.

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Have mounting and wheel bal-
ancing carried out by your Toy-
ota dealer.

The following properties are rec-
ommended and approved by the
manufacturer of the vehicle for
the approved wheels and tires
per vehicle type and special
equipment:
• Wheel and tire combinations.
• Rim designs.
• Tire sizes.
• Tire brands.
You can ask your Toyota dealer
about the approved wheels and
tires for the vehicle and the spe-
cial equipment.

WARNING

Tires can become damaged by

driving over obstacles, e.g., curbs

or road damage, at high speed.

Larger wheels have a smaller tire

crosssection. The smaller the tire

cross-section, the higher the risk

of tire damage. There is a danger

of accidents and property dam-

age. If possible, avoid driving over

objects or road conditions that

may damage tires, or drive over

them slowly and carefully.

Changing wheels and
tires

Mounting and wheel bal-
ancing

Approved wheels and tires

General information

Safety information

WARNING

Wheels and tires which are not

suitable for your vehicle can dam-

age parts of the vehicle, for

instance due to contact with the

body due to tolerances despite

the same official size rating.

There is a risk of an accident. The

manufacturer of your vehicle

strongly suggests that you use

wheels and tires that have been

recommended by the vehicle

manufacturer for your vehicle

type.

WARNING

Mounted steel wheels can cause

technical problems, for instance

unexpected loosening of the lug

bolts and damage to the brake

discs. There is a risk of accident.

Do not mount steel wheels.

WARNING

Incorrect wheel/tire combinations

will have a negative impact on the

vehicle's handling and on the

function of a variety of systems,

such as the Anti-lock Brake Sys-

tem or Vehicle Stability Control

System. There is a risk of an acci-

dent. To maintain good handling

and vehicle response, use only

tires with a single tread configura-

tion from a single manufacturer.

The manufacturer of the vehicle

recommends that you use wheels

and tires that have been recom-

mended by the vehicle manufac-

turer for your vehicle type.

Following tire damage, have the

original wheel/tire combination

remounted on the vehicle as soon

as possible.

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For each tire size, the manufac-
turer of the vehicle recommends
certain tire brands. The tire
brands can be identified by a
star on the tire sidewall.

Tire traction is not optimal due to
manufacturing circumstances
when tires are brand-new; they
achieve their full traction poten-
tial after a break-in time.
Drive conservatively for the first
200 miles/300 km.

Winter tires are recommended
for operating on winter roads.
Winter tires can be identified by
the symbol with mountain and
snowflake, as well as the M+S
marking on the tire sidewall.
So-called all-season tires with
M+S designation, but without
symbol with mountain and
snowflake, have better winter
characteristics than summer
tires but generally do not
achieve the performance of win-
ter tires.

If the maximum speed of the
vehicle is higher than the per-
missible speed for the winter
tires, then attach a label show-
ing the permissible maximum
speed in the field of view. The
label is available from your Toy-
ota dealer.
With winter tires mounted,

Recommended tire brands

New tires

Retreaded tires

WARNING

Retreaded tires can have different

tire casing structures. With

advanced age the service life can

be limited. There is a risk of acci-

dent. The manufacturer of the

vehicle does not recommend the

use of retreaded tires.

Winter tires

General information

Maximum speed of winter
tires

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observe and do not exceed the
permissible maximum speed.

Do not exceed the maximum tire
inflation pressure indicated on
the side wall of the tire.

Store wheels and tires in a cool,
dry and dark place.
Always protect tires against all
contact with oil, grease, and sol-
vents.
Do not leave tires in plastic
bags.
Remove dirt from wheels or
tires.

• Park the vehicle as far away

as possible from passing traf-
fic and on solid ground.

• Switch on the hazard warning

system.

• Secure the vehicle against

rolling away by setting the
parking brake.

• Turn the steering wheel until

the front wheels are in the
straight-ahead position and
engage the steering wheel
lock.

• Have all vehicle occupants

get out of the vehicle and
ensure that they remain out-
side the immediate area in a
safe place, such as behind a
guardrail.

• If necessary, set up a warning

triangle at an appropriate dis-
tance.

With the Mobility System, minor
tire damage can be sealed tem-
porarily to enable continued
travel. To accomplish this, seal-
ant is pumped into the tires,
which seals the damage from
the inside.

Rotating wheels between
axles

WARNING

Rotating tires between the axles

on vehicles with different tire sizes

or rim sizes on the front and rear

axles can cause damage to the

tires and the vehicle. There is a

risk of accident. Do not rotate the

tires between the axles on vehi-

cles with different tire sizes or rim

sizes on the front and rear axles.

Storing tires

Tire inflation pressure

Storage

Repairing a flat tire

Safety measures

Mobility System

Concept

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