Toyota Avalon Hybrid (2021 year). Manual in english — part 8

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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

WARNING

■

If both the ABS and the brake system warning lights remain on

Stop your vehicle in a safe place immediately and contact your Toyota
dealer. The vehicle will become extremely unstable during braking, and the
ABS system may fail, which could cause an accident resulting in death or
serious injury.

■

When the electric power steering system warning light comes on

When the light comes on yellow, the assist to the power steering is
restricted. When the light comes on red, the assist to the power steering is
lost and handling operations of the steering wheel become extremely
heavy.
If the steering wheel becomes heavier than usual when operating, hold
firmly and operate using more force than usual.

■

If the tire pressure warning light comes on

Be sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to do so could

cause a loss of vehicle control and result in death or serious injury.

●

Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire

inflation pressure immediately.

●

If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pres-

sure adjustment, it is probable that you have a flat tire. Check the tires.

If a tire is flat, change it with the spare tire and have the flat tire

repaired by the nearest Toyota dealer.

●

Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate,

you could lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes.

■

If a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur

The tire pressure warning system may not activate immediately.

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WARNING

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Maintenance of the tires

Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly

when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the

vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure

label (tire and load information label). (If your vehicle has tires of a dif-

ferent size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation

pressure label [tire and load information label], you should determine

the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.)
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire

pressure monitoring system (TPMS-tire pressure warning system) that

illuminates a low tire pressure telltale (tire pressure warning light) when

one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated. Accordingly,

when the low tire pressure telltale (tire pressure warning light) illumi-

nates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and

inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly under-

inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure.

Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may

affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability.
Please note that the TPMS (tire pressure warning system) is not a sub-

stitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to

maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached

the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale (tire

pressure warning light).
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS (tire pressure warn-

ing system) malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not

operating properly. The TPMS (tire pressure warning system) malfunc-

tion indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale (tire pressure

warning light). When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will

flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illumi-

nated. This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle start-ups

as long as the malfunction exists. When the malfunction indicator is illu-

minated, the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pres-

sure as intended.
TPMS (tire pressure warning system) malfunctions may occur for a vari-

ety of reasons, including the installation of replacement or alternate tires

or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS (tire pressure warning

system) from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS (tire pres-

sure warning system) malfunction telltale after replacing one or more

tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alter-

nate tires and wheels allow the TPMS (tire pressure warning system) to

continue to function properly.

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NOTICE

■

To ensure the tire pressure warning system operates properly

Do not install tires with different specifications or makers, as the tire

pressure warning system may not operate properly.

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Master warning light

The master warning light also
comes on or flashes in order to
indicate that a message is cur-
rently being displayed on the multi-
information display.

Multi-information display
Handling method

Follow the instructions of the message on the multi-information display.

If any of the warning messages are shown again after the appropriate
actions have been performed, contact your Toyota dealer.

If a warning message is displayed

The multi-information display shows warnings of system mal-
functions, incorrectly performed operations, and messages that
indicate a need for maintenance. When a message is shown,
perform the correction procedure appropriate to the message.

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The warning lights and warning buzzers operate as follows depending
on the content of the message. If a message indicates the need for
inspection by a dealer, have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer immediately.

The operation of the warning lights and warning buzzers may differ
from those stated. In this case, perform the correction procedure
according to the displayed message.

*

: A buzzer sounds the first time a message is shown on the multi-informa-

tion display.

Messages and warnings

System

warning

light

Warning buzzer

*

Warning

Comes

on



Sounds

Indicates an important situation,
such as when a system related to
driving is malfunctioning or that
danger may result if the correction
procedure is not performed



Comes

on or

flashes

Sounds

Indicates an important situation,
such as when the systems shown
on the multi-information display
may be malfunctioning

Flashes



Sounds

Indicates a situation, such as
when damage to the vehicle or
danger may result

Comes

on



Does not sound

Indicates a condition, such as mal-
function of electrical components,
their condition, or indicates the
need for maintenance

Flashes



Does not sound

Indicates a situation, such as
when an operation has been per-
formed incorrectly, or indicates
how to perform an operation cor-
rectly

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Warning messages

The warning messages explained below may differ from the actual messages
according to operation conditions and vehicle specifications.

■

System warning lights

The master warning light does not come on or flash in the following cases.
Instead, a separate system warning light will come on along with a message
shown on the multi-information display.

●

Malfunction in the ABS
The ABS warning light comes on. (



P. 456)

●

Malfunction in the brake system
The brake system warning light (yellow) comes on. (



P. 455)

●

Malfunction in the tire pressure warning system
The tire pressure warning light comes on. (



P. 458)

●

Remaining fuel level is low
The low fuel level warning light comes on. (



P. 458)

■

If a message instructing to refer to the Owner’s Manual is displayed

●

If the following messages are shown, there may be a malfunction.
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer.
Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
• “Low Braking Power Stop in a Safe Place See Owner’s Manual”
• “Oil Pressure Low Stop in a Safe Place See Owner’s Manual”
• “Charging System Malfunction Stop in a Safe Place See Owner’s Man-

ual”

●

If the following message is shown, there may be a malfunction.
Immediately have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
• “Hybrid System Malfunction”
• “Check Engine”
• “Hybrid Battery System Malfunction”
• “Accelerator System Malfunction”
• “Smart Key System Malfunction”

●

If “Engine Coolant Temp High Stop in a Safe Place See Owner’s Manual” is
displayed, follow the instructions accordingly. (



P. 494)

●

If “Maintenance Required for Traction Battery Cooling Parts See Owner’s
Manual” is displayed, follow the instructions accordingly. (



P. 434)

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If “Hybrid System Overheated Output Power Reduced” is shown

This message may be displayed when driving under severe operating condi-
tions. (For example, when driving up a long steep hill.)
Handling method:



P. 494

■

If “Maintenance Required for Traction Battery Cooling Parts See Owner’s
Manual” is shown

The filter may be clogged, the air intake vent may be blocked or there may be
a gap in the duct.

●

If the air intake vent or filter is dirty, refer to P. 434 for cleaning the air intake
vent and filter.

●

If the message is being displayed and the air intake vent and filter are not
dirty, have the vehicle inspected at your Toyota dealer.

■

If “Traction Battery Needs to be Protected Refrain From the Use of N
Position” is shown

This message may be displayed when the shift lever is in N.
As the hybrid battery (traction battery) cannot be charged when the shift lever
is in N, shift the shift lever to P when the vehicle is stopped.

■

If “Traction Battery Needs to be Protected Shift into P to Restart” is
shown

This message is displayed when the hybrid battery (traction battery) charge
has become extremely low because the shift lever has been left in N for a cer-
tain amount of time.
When operating the vehicle, shift to P and restart the hybrid system.

■

If “Shift to P Before Exiting Vehicle” is shown

Message is displayed when the driver’s door is opened without turning the
power switch off with the shift lever in any position other than P.
Shift the shift lever to P.

■

If “Shift Is in N Release Accelerator Before Shifting” is shown

Message is displayed when the accelerator pedal has been depressed and
the shift lever is in N. Release the accelerator pedal and shift the shift lever to
D or R.

■

If “Press Brake When Vehicle Is Stopped Hybrid System May Overheat”
is shown

Message is displayed when the accelerator pedal is depressed to maintain
the vehicle position when stopped on a upward slope, etc.
If this continues, the hybrid system may overheat.
Release the accelerator pedal and depress the brake pedal.

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If “Auto Power Off to Conserve Battery” is displayed

Power was turned off due to the automatic power off function.
Next time when starting the hybrid system, operate the hybrid system for
approximately 5 minutes to recharge the 12-volt battery.

■

If “A New Key has been Registered Contact Your Dealer for Details” is
displayed

This message will be displayed each time the driver’s door is opened when
the doors are unlocked from the outside for approximately one week after a
new electronic key has been registered.
If this message is displayed but you have not had a new electronic key regis-
tered, ask your Toyota dealer to check if an unknown electronic key (other
than those in your possession) has been registered.

■

When “Headlight System Malfunction Visit Your Dealer” is displayed

The following systems may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by
your Toyota dealer immediately.

●

The LED headlight system

●

Automatic High Beam

■

If a message that indicates the malfunction of front camera is displayed

The following systems may be suspended until the problem shown in the
message is resolved.

●

PCS (Pre-Collision System)

●

LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control)

●

Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range

●

Automatic High Beam

■

If “Maintenance Required Soon” is displayed

Indicates that all maintenance according to the driven distance on the mainte-
nance schedule

*

should be performed soon.

Comes on approximately 4500 miles (7200 km) after the message has been
reset.
If necessary, perform maintenance. Please reset the message after the main-
tenance is performed. (



P. 393)

*

: Refer to the separate “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual

Supplement” for the maintenance interval applicable to your vehicle.

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If “Maintenance Required Visit Your Dealer” is displayed

Indicates that all maintenance is required to correspond to the driven distance
on the maintenance schedule

*

.

Comes on approximately 5000 miles (8000 km) after the message has been
reset.
(The indicator will not work properly unless the message has been reset.)
Perform the necessary maintenance. Please reset the message after the
maintenance is performed. (



P. 393)

*

: Refer to the separate “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual

Supplement” for the maintenance interval applicable to your vehicle.

■

If “Engine Oil Level Low Add or Replace” is displayed

The engine oil level may be low. Check the level of the engine oil, and add
engine oil if necessary. This message may be displayed if the vehicle is
stopped on a slope. Move the vehicle to a level surface and check if the mes-
sage disappears.

■

Warning buzzer



P. 461

NOTICE

■

If “High Power Consumption Power to Climate Temporarily Limited” is
frequently shown

There is a possible malfunction relating to the charging system or the 12-
volt battery may be deteriorating. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer.

■

If “Maintenance Required For Traction Battery At Your Dealer” is
shown

The hybrid battery (traction battery) is scheduled to be inspected or
replaced. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.

●

Continuing to drive the vehicle without having the hybrid battery (traction
battery) inspected will cause the hybrid system not to start.

●

If the hybrid system does not start, contact your Toyota dealer immedi-
ately.

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Stop the vehicle in a safe place on a hard, flat surface.

●

Set the parking brake.

●

Shift the shift lever to P.

●

Stop the hybrid system.

●

Turn on the emergency flashers. (



P. 448)

If you have a flat tire

Your vehicle is equipped with a spare tire. The flat tire can be
replaced with the spare tire.
For details about tires:



P. 415

WARNING

■

If you have a flat tire

Do not continue driving with a flat tire.

Driving even a short distance with a flat tire can damage the tire and the

wheel beyond repair, which could result in an accident.

Before jacking up the vehicle

Location of the spare tire, jack and tools

Luggage floor cover
Wheel nut wrench
Jack

Spare tire
Jack handle

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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 flat

tire.

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

replacing tires on this vehicle.

●

Put the jack properly in its jack point.

●

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

by the jack.

●

Do not start the hybrid system or drive the vehicle while the vehicle 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.

NOTICE

■

To prevent damage to the vehicle when using a jack

When jacking up the rear of the vehi-

cle, make sure not to position the jack

under the bracket shown in the illustra-

tion near the rear jack point, as the

vehicle body may be damaged.

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Lift up the hook of the luggage
floor cover on the trunk floor.

Secure the luggage floor cover
using the hook provided.

Remove the jack.

Lift up the hook of the luggage
floor cover on the trunk floor.

Taking out the jack

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Taking out the spare tire

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Secure the luggage floor cover
using the hook provided.

Remove the tool tray.

Loosen the center fastener that
secures the spare tire.

When taking out or stowing the

spare tire, make sure to firmly

hold opposite end of the tire.

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WARNING

■

When storing the spare tire

Be careful not to catch fingers or other body parts between the spare

tire and the body of the vehicle.

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Chock the tires.

Slightly loosen the wheel nuts
(one turn).

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

To prevent damage to the vehicle

when using the jack, position the

jack in the correct location.

(



P. 472)

The jack point guides are located

under the rocker panel. They

indicate the jack point positions.

Replacing a flat tire

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Flat tire

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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Assemble the jack handle.

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.

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WARNING

■

Replacing a flat tire

●

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.

• Do not attach a heavily damaged wheel ornament, as it may fly off

the wheel while the vehicle is moving.

• 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 them with the

tapered ends facing inward.

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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.

Install the tire and loosely tighten each wheel nut by hand by
approximately the same amount.
Tighten the wheel nuts until the
tapered portion comes into
loose contact with the disc
wheel seat.

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)

Stow the flat tire, tire jack and all tools.

Installing the spare tire

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Tapered portion

Disc wheel
seat

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The compact spare tire

●

The compact spare tire is identified by the label “TEMPORARY USE

ONLY” on the tire sidewall.

Use the compact spare tire temporarily, and only in an emergency.

●

Make sure to check the tire inflation pressure of the compact spare tire.

(



P. 508)

■

When using the compact spare tire

As the compact spare tire is not equipped with a tire pressure warning

valve and transmitter, low inflation pressure of the spare tire will not be

indicated by the tire pressure warning system. Also, if you replace the

compact spare tire after the tire pressure warning light comes on, the light

remains on.

■

When the compact spare tire is equipped

When driving with the compact spare tire installed, the vehicle height will

be different than when driving with standard tires.

■

If you have a flat front tire on a road covered with snow or ice

Install the compact spare tire on one of the rear wheels of the vehicle.

Perform the following steps and fit tire chains to the front tires:

Replace a rear tire with the compact spare tire.
Replace the flat front tire with the tire removed from the rear of the vehi-

cle.
Fit tire chains to the front tires.

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WARNING

■

When using the compact spare tire

●

Remember that the compact spare tire provided is specifically

designed for use with your vehicle. Do not use your compact spare tire

on another vehicle.

●

Do not use more than one compact spare tires simultaneously.

●

Replace the compact spare tire with a standard tire as soon as possi-

ble.

●

Avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt steering, sudden braking and shift-

ing operations that cause sudden engine braking.

■

When the compact spare tire is attached

The vehicle speed may not be correctly detected, and the following sys-

tems may not operate correctly:

*

: If equipped

■

Speed limit when using the compact spare tire

Do not drive at speeds in excess of 50 mph (80 km/h) when a compact

spare tire is installed on the vehicle.
The compact spare tire is not designed for driving at high speeds. Fail-

ure to observe this precaution may lead to an accident causing death or

serious injury.

■

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.

• ABS & Brake assist

• VSC

• TRAC

• EPS

• Automatic High Beam

• Dynamic radar cruise control

with full-speed range

• LDA (Lane Departure Alert with

steering control)

• PCS (Pre-Collision System)

• Tire pressure warning system

• BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)

•

Intuitive parking assist

*

• Intelligent Clearance Sonar

(ICS)

*

• Rear view monitor system

*

• Toyota parking assist monitor

• Panoramic view monitor

*

• Navigation system

*

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NOTICE

■

Be careful when driving over bumps with the compact spare tire

installed on the vehicle.

The vehicle becomes lower when driving with the compact spare tire

compared to when driving with standard tires. Be careful when driving

over uneven road surfaces.

■

Driving with tire chains and the compact spare tire

Do not fit tire chains to the compact spare tire.

Tire chains may damage the vehicle body and adversely affect driving

performance.

■

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 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. 417)

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One of the following may be the cause of the problem:

●

The electronic key may not be functioning properly. (



P. 485)

●

There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle.

●

There may be a malfunction in the immobilizer system.
(



P. 86)

●

There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system.

●

The hybrid system may be malfunctioning due to an electrical prob-
lem such as electronic key battery depletion or a blown fuse. How-
ever, depending on the type of malfunction, an interim measure is
available to start the hybrid system. (



P. 483)

●

The temperature of the hybrid battery (traction battery) may be
extremely low (below approximately -22°F [-30°C]). (



P. 81, 198)

One of the following may be the cause of the problem:

●

The 12-volt battery may be discharged. (



P. 487)

●

The 12-volt battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.
(



P. 411)

If the hybrid system will not start

Reasons for the hybrid system not starting vary depending on
the situation. Check the following and perform the appropriate
procedure:

The hybrid system will not start even though the correct starting
procedure is being followed. (



P. 196)

The interior lights and headlights are dim, or the horn does not
sound or sounds at a low volume.

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One of the following may be the cause of the problem:

●

The 12-volt battery may be discharged. (



P. 487)

●

One or both of the 12-volt battery terminals may be disconnected.
(



P. 411)

Contact your Toyota dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if repair
procedures are unknown.

When the hybrid system does not start, the following steps can be
used as an interim measure to start the hybrid system if the power
switch is functioning normally.
Do not use this starting procedure except in case of emergency.

Set the parking brake.
Shift the shift lever to P.
Turn the power switch to ACCESSORY mode.
Press and hold the power switch for about 15 seconds while
depressing the brake pedal firmly.

Even if the hybrid system can be started using the above steps, the
system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your
Toyota dealer.

The interior lights and headlights do not turn on, or the horn
does not sound.

Emergency start function

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Doors

Using the mechanical key (



P.

135) in order to perform the fol-
lowing operations (driver’s door
only):

Locks all doors
Closes the windows and the
moon roof

*

1

(turn and

hold)

*

2

Unlocks the door

Turning the key rearward unlocks the driver's door. Turning the key once
again unlocks the other doors.

Opens the windows and the moon roof

*

1

(turn and hold)

*

2

*

1

: If equipped

*

2

: This setting must be customized at your Toyota dealer.

If the electronic key does not operate

properly

If communication between the electronic key and vehicle is
interrupted (



P. 151) or the electronic key cannot be used

because the battery is depleted, the smart key system and wire-
less remote control cannot be used. In such cases, the doors
and trunk can be opened and the hybrid system can be started
by following the procedure below.

Locking and unlocking the doors, unlocking the trunk and key
linked functions

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Trunk

Turn the mechanical key clock-
wise to open.

Ensure that the shift lever is in P and firmly depress the brake
pedal.
Touch the Toyota emblem side
of the electronic key to the
power switch.

When the electronic key is
detected, a buzzer sounds and the
power switch will turn to ON mode.
When the smart key system is
deactivated in customization set-
ting, the power switch will turn to
ACCESSORY mode.

Firmly depress the brake pedal and check that

is displayed

on the multi-information display.
Press the power switch shortly and firmly.

In the event that the power switch still cannot be started, contact your
Toyota dealer.

Starting the hybrid system

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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

■

Stopping the hybrid system

Shift the shift lever to P and press the power switch as you normally do when
stopping the hybrid system.

■

Replacing the key battery

As the above procedure is a temporary measure, it is recommended that the
electronic key battery be replaced immediately when the battery is depleted.
(



P. 439)

■

Changing power switch modes

Release the brake pedal and press the power switch in step

above.

The hybrid system does not start and modes will be changed each time the
switch is pressed. (



P. 197)

■

When the electronic key does not work properly

●

Make sure that the smart key system has not been deactivated in the cus-
tomization setting. If it is off, turn the function on.
(Customizable features:



P. 526)

●

Check if battery-saving mode is set. If it is set, cancel the function.
(



P. 150)

WARNING

■

When using the mechanical key and operating the power windows or
moon roof

Operate the power window or moon roof after checking to make sure that
there is no possibility of any passenger having any of their body parts
caught in the window or moon roof. Also, do not allow children to operate
the mechanical key. It is possible for children and other passengers to get
caught in the power window or moon roof.

3

487

7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

7

W

hen
troub

le arises

If you have a set of jumper (or booster) cables and a second vehicle
with a 12-volt battery, you can jump start your vehicle by following the
steps below.

Confirm that the electronic key
is being carried.

When connecting the jumper (or
booster) cables, depending on the
situation, the alarm may activate
and doors locked. (



P. 90)

Open the hood and remove the
fuse box cover.

Push the tabs in and lift the lid off.

Open the exclusive jump start-
ing terminal cover.

If the 12-volt battery is discharged

The following procedures may be used to start the hybrid sys-
tem if the vehicle’s 12-volt battery is discharged.
You can also call your Toyota dealer or a qualified repair shop.

1

2

3

488

7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

Connect the jumper cables according to the following procedure:

Connect a positive jumper cable clamp to the exclusive jump
starting terminal on your vehicle.
Connect the clamp on the other end of the positive cable to the
positive (+) battery terminal on the second vehicle.
Connect a negative cable clamp to the negative (-) battery termi-
nal on the second vehicle.
Connect the clamp at the other end of the negative cable to a
solid, stationary, unpainted metallic point away from the exclusive
jump starting terminal and any moving parts, as shown in the
illustration.

4

1

2

3

4

489

7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

7

W

hen
troub

le arises

Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the engine speed
slightly and maintain at that level for approximately 5 minutes to
recharge the 12-volt battery of your vehicle.
Open and close any of the doors of your vehicle with the power
switch off.
Maintain the engine speed of the second vehicle and turn the power
switch to ON mode, then start the vehicle's engine.
Make sure the “READY” indicator comes on. If the indicator does
not come on, contact your Toyota dealer.
Once the hybrid system has started, remove the jumper cables in
the exact reverse order from which they were connected.
Close the exclusive jump starting terminal cover, and reinstall the
fuse box cover to its original position.

Once the hybrid system starts, have the vehicle inspected at your
Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

5

6

7

8

9

10

490

7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

■

Starting the hybrid system when the 12-volt battery is discharged

The hybrid system cannot be started by push-starting.

■

To prevent 12-volt battery discharge

●

Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the hybrid system is off.

●

Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is running
at a low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic.

■

When the 12-volt battery is removed or discharged

●

Information stored in the ECU is cleared. When the 12-volt battery is
depleted, have the vehicle inspected at your Toyota dealer.

●

Some systems may require initialization. (



P. 535)

■

When removing the 12-volt battery terminals

When the 12-volt battery terminals are removed, the information stored in the
ECU is cleared. Before removing the 12-volt battery terminals, contact your
Toyota dealer.

■

Charging the 12-volt battery

The electricity stored in the 12-volt battery will discharge gradually even when
the vehicle is not in use, due to natural discharge and the draining effects of
certain electrical appliances. If the vehicle is left for a long time, the 12-volt
battery may discharge, and the hybrid system may be unable to start. (The
12-volt battery recharges automatically while the hybrid system is operating.)

■

When recharging or replacing the 12-volt battery

●

In some cases, it may not be possible to unlock the doors using the smart
key system when the 12-volt battery is discharged. Use the wireless remote
control or the mechanical key to lock or unlock the doors.

●

The hybrid system may not start on the first attempt after the 12-volt battery
has recharged but will start normally after the second attempt. This is not a
malfunction.

●

The power switch mode is memorized by the vehicle. When the 12-volt bat-
tery is reconnected, the system will return to the mode it was in before the
12-volt battery was discharged. Before disconnecting the 12-volt battery,
turn the power switch off.
If you are unsure what mode the power switch was in before the 12-volt bat-
tery discharged, be especially careful when reconnecting the 12-volt battery.

491

7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

7

W

hen
troub

le arises

■

When replacing the 12-volt battery

●

Use a Central Degassing type 12-volt battery (European Regulations).

●

Use a 12-volt battery that the case size is same as the previous one (LN2),
20 hour rate capacity (20HR) is equivalent (64Ah) or greater, and perfor-
mance rating (CCA) is equivalent (356A) or greater.
• If the sizes differ, the 12-volt 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 12-volt battery may discharge and the
hybrid system may not be able to start.

●

Use a 12-volt battery with a handle. If a 12-volt battery without a handle is
used, removal is more difficult.

For details, consult your Toyota dealer.

●

After replacing, firmly attach the follow-
ing items to the exhaust hole of the 12-
volt battery.
• Use the exhaust hose that was

attached to the 12-volt battery before
replacing and confirm that it is firmly
connected to the hole section of the
vehicle.

• Use the exhaust hole plug included

with the 12-volt battery replaced or
the one installed on the battery prior
to the replacement. (Depending on
the 12-volt battery to be replaced, the
exhaust hole may be plugged.)

Exhaust hole plug
Exhaust hole
Exhaust hose
Hole section of the vehicle

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2
3
4

492

7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

WARNING

■

When removing the 12-volt 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.

■

Avoiding 12-volt battery fires or explosions

Observe the following precautions to prevent accidentally igniting the flam-
mable gas that may be emitted from the 12-volt battery:

●

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.

●

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.

●

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

●

Do not smoke, use matches, cigarette lighters or allow open flame near
the 12-volt battery.

■

12-volt battery precautions

The 12-volt battery contains poisonous and corrosive acidic electrolyte,
while related parts contain lead and lead compounds. Observe the following
precautions when handling the 12-volt battery:

●

When working with the 12-volt 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.

●

Do not lean over the 12-volt battery.

●

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.

●

Always wash your hands after handling the 12-volt battery support, termi-
nals, and other 12-volt battery-related parts.

●

Do not allow children near the 12-volt battery.

■

After recharging the 12-volt battery

Have the 12-volt battery inspected at your Toyota dealer as soon as possi-
ble.
If the 12-volt battery is deteriorating, continued use may cause the 12-volt
battery to emit a malodorous gas, which may be detrimental to the health of
passengers.

493

7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

7

W

hen
troub

le arises

WARNING

■

When replacing the 12-volt battery

After replacing, securely attach the exhaust hose and exhaust hole plug to
the exhaust hole of the replaced 12-volt battery. If not properly installed,
gases (hydrogen) may leak into the vehicle interior, and there is the possi-
ble danger of the gas igniting and exploding.

NOTICE

■

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.

■

To prevent damaging the vehicle

The exclusive jump starting terminal is to be used when charging the 12-volt
battery from another vehicle in an emergency. It cannot be used to jump
start another vehicle.

494

7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

■

If the needle of the engine coolant temperature gauge enters
the red zone or “Engine Coolant Temp High Stop in a Safe
Place See Owner’s Manual” is shown on the multi-information
display

Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air conditioning sys-
tem, and then stop the hybrid system.
If you see steam:
Carefully lift the hood after the steam subsides.
If you do not see steam:
Carefully lift the hood.
After the hybrid system has
cooled

down

sufficiently,

inspect the hoses and radiator
core (radiator) 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.

●

The needle of the engine coolant temperature gauge (



P. 98)

enters the red zone or a loss of hybrid system power is experi-
enced. (For example, the vehicle speed does not increase.)

●

“Engine Coolant Temp High Stop in a Safe Place See Owner’s
Manual” or “Hybrid System Overheated Output Power Reduced”
is shown on the multi-information display

●

Steam comes out from under the hood.

Correction procedures

1

2

3

1
2

495

7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

7

W

hen
troub

le arises

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 emer-
gency if coolant is unavailable.

Start the hybrid system and turn the air conditioning system on to
check that the radiator cooling fan operates and to check for cool-
ant 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 hybrid system immediately and contact your Toyota dealer.
If the fan is operating:
Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest Toyota dealer.

4

1
2
3
4

5

6

7

496

7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

■

If “Hybrid System Overheated Output Power Reduced” is
shown on the multi-information display

Stop the vehicle in a safe place.
Stop the hybrid system and carefully lift the hood.
After the hybrid system has
cooled down, inspect the
hoses and radiator core
(radiator) for any leaks.

Radiator
Cooling fan

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

The coolant level is satisfac-
tory if it is between the
“FULL” and “LOW” lines on
the reservoir.

Reservoir
“FULL”
“LOW”

Add coolant if necessary.

Water can be used in an emer-
gency if coolant is unavailable.

1
2
3

1
2

4

1
2
3

5

497

7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

7

W

hen
troub

le arises

After stopping the hybrid system and waiting for 5 minutes or
more, start the hybrid system again and check for the multi-infor-
mation display.
If the message does not disappear:

Stop the hybrid system and contact your Toyota dealer.

If the message is not displayed:

The hybrid system temperature has dropped and the vehicle
may be driven normally.

However, if the message appears again frequently, contact your Toyota
dealer.

WARNING

■

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.

●

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.

●

After the hybrid system has been turned off, check that the “READY” indi-
cator is off. When the hybrid system is operating, the gasoline engine may
automatically start, or the cooling fan may suddenly operate even if the
gasoline engine stops. Do not touch or approach rotating parts such as the
fan, which may lead to fingers or clothing (especially a tie, a scarf or a muf-
fler) getting caught, resulting in serious injury.

●

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

NOTICE

■

When adding engine/power control unit coolant

Wait until the hybrid system has cooled down before adding engine/power
control unit coolant.
When adding coolant, do so slowly. Adding cool coolant to a hot hybrid sys-
tem too quickly can cause damage to the hybrid system.

■

To prevent damage to the cooling system

Observe the following precautions:

●

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

●

Do not use any coolant additives.

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498

7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

Stop the hybrid system. 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 hybrid system.
Shift the shift lever to D or R and release the parking brake. Then,
while exercising caution, depress the accelerator pedal.

■

When it is difficult to free the vehicle

If the vehicle becomes stuck

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

1

2
3

4
5

Press

to turn off TRAC.

WARNING

■

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.

■

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.

499

7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

7

W

hen
troub

le arises

NOTICE

■

To avoid damaging the transmission and other components

●

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

●

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

500

7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

501

8

Vehicle specifications

8-1. Specifications

Maintenance data

(fuel, oil level, etc.). . .. 502

Fuel information . . . . 510
Tire information . . . . . 513

8-2. Customization

Customizable features . . . 526

8-3. Items to initialize

Items to initialize . . . ... 535

502

8-1.Specifications

*

1

: Unladen vehicles

*

2

: Vehicles with 235/45R18 tires and 235/40R19 tires

*

3

: Vehicles with 215/55R17 tires

Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)

Dimensions and weights

Overall length

195.9 in. (4975 mm)

Overall width

72.8 in. (1850 mm)

Overall height

*

1

56.5 in. (1435 mm)

Wheelbase

113.0 in. (2870 mm)

Tread

Front

62.6 in. (1590 mm)

*

2

63.0 in. (1600 mm)

*

3

Rear

63.2 in. (1605 mm)

*

2

63.6 in. (1615 mm)

*

3

Vehicle capacity weight
(occupants + luggage)

940 lb. (425 kg)

Seating capacity

Seating capacity

5 occupants (Front 2, Rear 3)

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8-1. Specifications

8

Ve
hicle

spe
cifi

cations

■

Vehicle identification number

The vehicle identification number (VIN) is the legal identifier for
your vehicle. This is the primary identification number for your
Toyota. It is used in registering the ownership of your vehicle.
This number is stamped on the
top left of the instrument panel.

This number is also on the Cer-
tification Label.

■

Engine number

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

Vehicle identification

504

8-1. Specifications

Engine

Model

A25A-FXS

Type

4-cylinder in line, 4-cycle, gasoline

Bore and stroke

3.44



4.07 in. (87.5



103.4 mm)

Displacement

151.8 cu. in. (2487 cm

3

)

Valve clearance

Automatic adjustment

Fuel

Fuel type

Unleaded gasoline only

Octane rating

87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher

Fuel tank capacity
(Reference)

13 gal. (49.3 L, 10.8 Imp. gal.)

Electric motor (Traction motor)

Type

Permanent magnet synchronous motor

Maximum output

88 kW

Maximum torque

149 ft

•lbf (202 N•m, 20.6 kgf•m)

Hybrid battery (Traction battery)

Type

Lithium-ion battery

Voltage

3.7 V/cell

Capacity

4.0 Ah

Quantity

70 cells

Nominal voltage

259 V

505

8-1. Specifications

8

Ve
hicle

spe
cifi

cations

*

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

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

■

Engine oil selection

“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: API SN/RC 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

Oil capacity
(Drain and refill ―
reference

*

)

With filter
Without filter

4.8 qt. (4.5 L, 4.0 Imp. qt.)
4.4 qt. (4.2 L, 3.7 Imp. qt.)

Outside temperature

506

8-1. Specifications

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

Cooling system

Capacity
(Reference)



Gasoline engine

6.4 qt. (6.1 L, 5.4 Imp. qt.)



Power control unit

1.9 qt. (1.8 L, 1.6 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

DENSO FC16HR-Q8

Gap

0.031 in. (0.8 mm)

NOTICE

■

Iridium-tipped spark plugs

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

507

8-1. Specifications

8

Ve
hicle

spe
cifi

cations

*

: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity.

If replacement is necessary, contact your Toyota dealer.

*

: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 67 lbf (300 N, 31

kgf) while the hybrid system is operating.

Electrical system

12-volt battery

Open voltage at
68



F (20



C):

12.0 V or higher
If the voltage is lower than the standard value,
charge the battery.
(When checking the voltage, after turning the
power 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.

Hybrid transmission

Fluid capacity

*

4.1 qt. (3.9 L, 3.4 Imp. qt.)

Fluid type

Toyota Genuine ATF WS

NOTICE

■

Hybrid transmission fluid type

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

Brakes

Pedal clearance

*

3.3 in. (85 mm)

Pedal free play

0.04



0.24 in. (1



6 mm)

Brake pad wear limit

0.04 in. (1.0 mm)

Fluid type

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

Steering

Free play

Less than 1.2 in. (30 mm)

508

8-1. Specifications



17-inch tires



18-inch tires

Tires and wheels

Tire size

215/55R17 94V, T155/70D17 110M

Tire inflation pressure

(Recommended cold tire

inflation pressure)

Driving under normal conditions

Front:

35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm

2

or bar)

Rear:

35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm

2

or bar)

Spare:

60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm

2

or bar)

Driving at high speeds (above 100 mph

[160 km/h]) (in countries where such

speeds are permitted by law)

Add 5 psi (30 kPa, 0.3 kgf/cm

2

or bar) to

the front tires and rear tires. Never

exceed the maximum cold tire inflation

pressure indicated on the tire sidewall.

Wheel size

17



7 1/2 J, 17



4 T (compact spare)

Wheel nut torque

76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)

Tire size

235/45R18 94V, T155/70D17 110M

Tire inflation pressure

(Recommended cold tire

inflation pressure)

Driving under normal conditions

Front:

35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm

2

or bar)

Rear:

35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm

2

or bar)

Spare:

60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm

2

or bar)

Driving at high speeds (above 100 mph

[160 km/h]) (in countries where such

speeds are permitted by law)

Add 5 psi (30 kPa, 0.3 kgf/cm

2

or bar) to

the front tires and rear tires. Never

exceed the maximum cold tire inflation

pressure indicated on the tire sidewall.

Wheel size

18



8 J, 17



4 T (compact spare)

Wheel nut torque

76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)

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8-1. Specifications

8

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hicle

spe
cifi

cations



19-inch tires

A: Wedge base bulbs

B: Double end bulbs

*

: Light bulbs not listed in this table are LED bulbs.

Tire size

235/40R19 92V, T155/70D17 110M

Tire inflation pressure

(Recommended cold tire

inflation pressure)

Driving under normal conditions

Front:

35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm

2

or bar)

Rear:

35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm

2

or bar)

Spare:

60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm

2

or bar)

Driving at high speeds (above 100 mph

[160 km/h]) (in countries where such

speeds are permitted by law)

Add 5 psi (30 kPa, 0.3 kgf/cm

2

or bar) to

the front tires and rear tires. Never

exceed the maximum cold tire inflation

pressure indicated on the tire sidewall.

Wheel size

19



8 J, 17



4 T (compact spare)

Wheel nut torque

76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)

Light bulbs

*

Light bulbs

Bulb No.

W

Type

Interior

Door courtesy lights

168

5

A

Vanity lights

7065

1.4

B

Trunk light



5

A

510

8-1. Specifications

■

Gasoline quality

In very few cases, driveability problems may be caused by the brand of gaso-
line you are using. If driveability problems persist, try changing the brand of
gasoline. If this does not correct the problem, consult your Toyota dealer.

■

Recommendation of the use of gasoline containing detergent additives

●

Toyota recommends the use of gasoline that contains detergent additives to
avoid the build-up of engine deposits.

●

All gasoline sold in the U.S.A. contains minimum detergent additives to
clean and/or keep clean intake systems, per EPA’s lowest additives concen-
tration program.

●

Toyota strongly recommends the use of Top Tier Detergent Gasoline. For
more information on Top Tier Detergent Gasoline and a list of marketers,
please go to the official website www.toptiergas.com.

Fuel information

You must only use unleaded gasoline.
Select octane rating 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher.
Use of unleaded gasoline with an octane rating lower than 87
may result in engine knocking. Persistent knocking can lead to
engine damage.

At minimum, the gasoline you use should meet the specifications of
ASTM D4814 in the U.S.A..

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hicle

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cations

■

Recommendation of the use of low emissions gasoline

Gasolines containing oxygenates such as ethers and ethanol, as well as
reformulated gasolines, are available in some cities. These fuels are typically
acceptable for use, providing they meet other fuel requirements.
Toyota recommends these fuels, since the formulations allow for reduced
vehicle emissions.

■

Non-recommendation of the use of blended gasoline

●

If you use gasohol in your vehicle, be sure that it has an octane rating no
lower than 87.

●

Toyota does not recommend the use of gasoline containing methanol.

■

Non-recommendation of the use of gasoline containing MMT

Some gasoline contains an octane enhancing additive called MMT (Methylcy-
clopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl).
Toyota does not recommend the use of gasoline that contains MMT. If fuel
containing MMT is used, your emission control system may be adversely
affected.
The malfunction indicator lamp on the instrument cluster may come on. If this
happens, contact your Toyota dealer for service.

■

If your engine knocks

●

Consult your Toyota dealer.

●

You may occasionally notice light knocking for a short time while accelerat-
ing or driving uphill. This is normal and there is no need for concern.

●

Use only gasoline containing up to 15%
ethanol.
DO NOT use any flex-fuel or gasoline
that could contain more than 15% etha-
nol, including from any pump labeled
E30, E50, E85 (which are only some
examples of fuel containing more than
15% ethanol).

DO NOT use gasoline contain-
ing more than 15% ethanol.

(30% ethanol)

(50% ethanol)

(85% ethanol)

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Notice on fuel quality

●

Do not use improper fuels. If improper fuels are used, the engine will be
damaged.

●

Do not use leaded gasoline.
Leaded gasoline can cause damage to your vehicle’s three-way catalytic
converters causing the emission control system to malfunction.

●

Do not use gasohol other than the type previously stated.
Other gasohol may cause fuel system damage or vehicle performance
problems.

●

Using unleaded gasoline with an octane number or rating lower than the
level previously stated will cause persistent heavy knocking.
At worst, this will lead to engine damage.

■

Fuel-related poor driveability

If poor driveability (poor hot starting, vaporization, engine knocking, etc.) is
encountered after using a different type of fuel, discontinue the use of that
type of fuel.

■

When refueling with gasohol

Take care not to spill gasohol. It can damage your vehicle’s paint.

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Full-size tire



Compact spare tire

Tire information

Typical tire symbols

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Tire size (



P. 516)

Summer tires or all season tires (



P. 421)

An all season tire has “M+S” on the sidewall. A tire not marked “M+S”

is a summer tire.

TUBELESS or TUBE TYPE

A tubeless tire does not have a tube and air is directly put into the tire.

A tube type tire has a tube inside the tire and the tube maintains the air

pressure.

Radial tires or bias-ply tires

A radial tire has “RADIAL” on the sidewall. A tire not marked “RADIAL”

is a bias-ply tire.

DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN) (



P. 515)

Location of treadwear indicators (



P. 415)

Uniform tire quality grading

For details, see “Uniform Tire Quality Grading” that follows.

Maximum cold tire inflation pressure (



P. 508)

This means the pressure to which a tire may be inflated.

Load limit at maximum cold tire inflation pressure (



P. 420)

Tire ply composition and materials

Plies are layers of rubber-coated parallel cords. Cords are the strands

which form the plies in a tire.

“TEMPORARY USE ONLY”

A compact spare tire is identified by the phrase “TEMPORARY USE

ONLY” molded on its sidewall. This tire is designed for temporary

emergency use only.

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2

3

4

5
6
7

8

9

10

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DOT symbol

*

Tire Identification Number (TIN)
Tire manufacturer’s identification mark
Tire size code
Manufacturer’s optional tire type code (3 or 4 letters)
Manufacturing week
Manufacturing year
Manufacturer’s code

*

: The DOT symbol certifies that the tire conforms to applicable Federal

Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.

Typical DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN)



Type A



Type B

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2
3
4
5
6
7
8

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Typical tire size information

The illustration indicates typical
tire size.

Tire use
(P = Passenger car [some-
times omitted],
T = Temporary use)
Section width (millimeters)
Aspect ratio
(tire height to section width)
Tire construction code (R = Radial, D = Diagonal)
Wheel diameter (inches)
Load index (2 digits or 3 digits)
Speed symbol (alphabet with one letter)

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Tire dimensions

Section width
Tire height
Wheel diameter

Tire size

1

2
3

4
5
6
7

1
2
3

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Bead
Sidewall
Shoulder
Tread
Belt
Inner liner
Reinforcing rubber
Carcass
Rim lines
Bead wires
Chafer

Tire section names

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9

10

11

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This information has been prepared in accordance with regulations
issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration of the
U.S. Department of Transportation.
It provides the purchasers and/or prospective purchasers of Toyota
vehicles with information on uniform tire quality grading.

Your Toyota dealer will help answer any questions you may have as

you read this information.

■

DOT quality grades

All passenger vehicle tires must conform to Federal Safety Require-
ments in addition to these grades. Quality grades can be found
where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and
maximum section width.

For example: Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A

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Treadwear

The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear
rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a speci-
fied government test course.

For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half (1 - 1/2)

times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100.

The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual condi-

tions of their use. Performance may differ significantly from the norm

due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences

in road characteristics and climate.

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Traction AA, A, B, C

The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B and C,
and they represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as
measured under controlled conditions on specified government test
surfaces of asphalt and concrete.

A tire marked C may have poor traction performance.
Warning: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on braking

(straight ahead) traction tests and does not include cornering (turn-

ing) traction.

Uniform Tire Quality Grading

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Temperature A, B, C

The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing
the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissi-
pate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified
indoor laboratory test wheel.

Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to

degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead

to sudden tire failure.
Grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger

car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Stan-

dard No. 109.
Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the labo-

ratory test wheel than the minimum required by law.
Warning: The temperature grades of a tire assume that it is properly

inflated and not overloaded.

Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either sepa-

rately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire

failure.

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Glossary of tire terminology

Tire related term

Meaning

Cold tire inflation pres-

sure

Tire pressure when the vehicle has been

parked for three hours or more, or has not

been driven more than 1 mile or 1.5 km under

that condition

Maximum

inflation

pressure

The maximum cold inflated pressure to which

a tire may be inflated, shown on the sidewall

of the tire

Recommended infla-

tion pressure

Cold tire inflation pressure recommended by a

manufacturer

Accessory weight

The combined weight (in excess of those stan-

dard items which may be replaced) of hybrid

transmission, power steering, power brakes,

power windows, power seats, radio and

heater, to the extent that these items are avail-

able as factory-installed equipment (whether

installed or not)

Curb weight

The weight of a motor vehicle with standard

equipment, including the maximum capacity of

fuel, oil and coolant, and if so equipped, air

conditioning and additional weight optional

engine

Maximum loaded vehi-

cle weight

The sum of:

(a) Curb weight

(b) Accessory weight

(c) Vehicle capacity weight

(d) Production options weight

Normal

occupant

weight

150 lb. (68 kg) times the number of occupants

specified in the second column of Table 1

*

that follows

Occupant distribution

Distribution of occupants in a vehicle as speci-

fied in the third column of Table 1

*

below

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Production

options

weight

The combined weight of installed regular pro-

duction options weighing over 5 lb. (2.3 kg) in

excess of the standard items which they

replace, not previously considered in curb

weight or accessory weight, including heavy

duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, heavy

duty 12-volt battery, and special trim

Rim

A metal support for a tire or a tire and tube

assembly upon which the tire beads are

seated

Rim diameter

(Wheel diameter)

Nominal diameter of the bead seat

Rim size designation

Rim diameter and width

Rim type designation

The industry manufacturer’s designation for a

rim by style or code

Rim width

Nominal distance between rim flanges

Vehicle

capacity

weight

(Total

load

capacity)

The rated cargo and luggage load plus 150 lb.

(68 kg) times the vehicle’s designated seating

capacity

Vehicle maximum load

on the tire

The load on an individual tire that is deter-

mined by distributing to each axle its share of

the maximum loaded vehicle weight, and

dividing by two

Vehicle normal load on

the tire

The load on an individual tire that is deter-

mined by distributing to each axle its share of

curb weight, accessory weight, and normal

occupant weight (distributed in accordance

with Table 1

*

below), and dividing by two

Weather side

The surface area of the rim not covered by the

inflated tire

Bead

The part of the tire that is made of steel wires,

wrapped or reinforced by ply cords and that is

shaped to fit the rim

Bead separation

A breakdown of the bond between compo-

nents in the bead

Tire related term

Meaning

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Bias ply tire

A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that

extend to the beads are laid at alternate

angles substantially less than 90 degrees to

the centerline of the tread

Carcass

The tire structure, except tread and sidewall

rubber which, when inflated, bears the load

Chunking

The breaking away of pieces of the tread or

sidewall

Cord

The strands forming the plies in the tire

Cord separation

The parting of cords from adjacent rubber

compounds

Cracking

Any parting within the tread, sidewall, or inner-

liner of the tire extending to cord material

CT

A pneumatic tire with an inverted flange tire

and rim system in which the rim is designed

with rim flanges pointed radially inward and

the tire is designed to fit on the underside of

the rim in a manner that encloses the rim

flanges inside the air cavity of the tire

Extra load tire

A tire designed to operate at higher loads and

at higher inflation pressures than the corre-

sponding standard tire

Groove

The space between two adjacent tread ribs

Innerliner

The layer(s) forming the inside surface of a

tubeless tire that contains the inflating medium

within the tire

Innerliner separation

The parting of the innerliner from cord material

in the carcass

Intended

outboard

sidewall

(a)The sidewall that contains a whitewall,

bears white lettering, or bears manufacturer,

brand, and/or model name molding that is

higher or deeper than the same molding on

the other sidewall of the tire, or

(b)The outward facing sidewall of an asym-

metrical tire that has a particular side that

must always face outward when mounted on a

vehicle

Tire related term

Meaning

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Light truck (LT) tire

A tire designated by its manufacturer as pri-

marily intended for use on lightweight trucks

or multipurpose passenger vehicles

Load rating

The maximum load that a tire is rated to carry

for a given inflation pressure

Maximum load rating

The load rating for a tire at the maximum per-

missible inflation pressure for that tire

Maximum permissible

inflation pressure

The maximum cold inflation pressure to which

a tire may be inflated

Measuring rim

The rim on which a tire is fitted for physical

dimension requirements

Open splice

Any parting at any junction of tread, sidewall,

or innerliner that extends to cord material

Outer diameter

The overall diameter of an inflated new tire

Overall width

The linear distance between the exteriors of

the sidewalls of an inflated tire, including ele-

vations due to labeling, decorations, or protec-

tive bands or ribs

Passenger car tire

A tire intended for use on passenger cars,

multipurpose passenger vehicles, and trucks,

that have a gross vehicle weight rating

(GVWR) of 10,000 lb. or less.

Ply

A layer of rubber-coated parallel cords

Ply separation

A parting of rubber compound between adja-

cent plies

Pneumatic tire

A mechanical device made of rubber, chemi-

cals, fabric and steel or other materials, that,

when mounted on an automotive wheel, pro-

vides the traction and contains the gas or fluid

that sustains the load

Radial ply tire

A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that

extend to the beads are laid at substantially 90

degrees to the centerline of the tread

Reinforced tire

A tire designed to operate at higher loads and

at higher inflation pressures than the corre-

sponding standard tire

Tire related term

Meaning

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: Table 1



Occupant loading and distribution for vehicle normal load for

various designated seating capacities

Section width

The linear distance between the exteriors of

the sidewalls of an inflated tire, excluding ele-

vations due to labeling, decoration, or protec-

tive bands

Sidewall

That portion of a tire between the tread and

bead

Sidewall separation

The parting of the rubber compound from the

cord material in the sidewall

Snow tire

A tire that attains a traction index equal to or

greater than 110, compared to the ASTM E-

1136 Standard Reference Test Tire, when

using the snow traction test as described in

ASTM F-1805-00, Standard Test Method for

Single Wheel Driving Traction in a Straight

Line on Snow-and Ice-Covered Surfaces, and
which is marked with an Alpine Symbol (

)

on at least one sidewall

Test rim

The rim on which a tire is fitted for testing, and

may be any rim listed as appropriate for use

with that tire

Tread

That portion of a tire that comes into contact

with the road

Tread rib

A tread section running circumferentially

around a tire

Tread separation

Pulling away of the tread from the tire carcass

Treadwear indicators

(TWI)

The projections within the principal grooves

designed to give a visual indication of the

degrees of wear of the tread

Wheel-holding fixture

The fixture used to hold the wheel and tire

assembly securely during testing

Tire related term

Meaning

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capacity, Number of

occupants

Vehicle normal load,

Number of occupants

Occupant distribution

in a normally loaded

vehicle

2 through 4

2

2 in front

5 through 10

3

2 in front, 1 in second

seat

11 through 15

5

2 in front, 1 in second

seat, 1 in third seat, 1

in fourth seat

16 through 20

7

2 in front, 2 in second

seat, 2 in third seat, 1

in fourth seat