Toyota Tacoma (2020 year). Manual in english — part 8

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7-1. Essential information

Emergency flashers

Press the switch.

All the turn signal lights will flash.
To turn them off, press the switch
once again.

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Emergency flashers

If the emergency flashers are used for a long time while the engine is not
operating, the battery may discharge.

The emergency flashers are used to warn other drivers when the
vehicle has to be stopped in the road due to a breakdown, etc.

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7-1. Essential information

If your vehicle has to be stopped in an

emergency

Steadily step on the brake pedal with both feet and firmly depress it.

Do not pump the brake pedal repeatedly as this will increase the effort
required to slow the vehicle.

Shift the shift lever to N.



If the shift lever is shifted to N
After slowing down, stop the vehicle in a safe place by the road.
Stop the engine.



If the shift lever cannot be shifted to N
Keep depressing the brake pedal with both feet to reduce vehicle
speed as much as possible.
Vehicles without a smart key
system: Stop the engine by
turning the engine switch to the
“ACC” position.

Vehicles with a smart key sys-
tem: To stop the engine, press
and hold the engine switch for
2 consecutive seconds or more,
or press it briefly 3 times or
more in succession.

Stop the vehicle in a safe place by the road.

Only in an emergency, such as if it becomes impossible to stop
the vehicle in the normal way, stop the vehicle using the follow-
ing procedure:

1

2

3

4

3

4

Press and hold for 2 seconds or more
or press briefly 3 times or more

4

5

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WARNING

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If the engine has to be turned off while driving

●

Power assist for the brakes and steering wheel will be lost, making the
brake pedal harder to depress and the steering wheel heavier to turn.
Decelerate as much as possible before turning off the engine.

●

Vehicles without a smart key system:
Never attempt to remove the key, as doing so will lock the steering wheel.

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7-1. Essential information

If the vehicle is trapped in rising water

●

Remove the seat belt first.

●

If the door can be opened, open the door and exit the vehicle.

●

If the door can not be opened, open the window using the power
window switch and exit the vehicle through the window.

●

If the window can not be opened using the power window switch,
remain calm, wait until the water level inside the vehicle rises to the
point that the water pressure inside of the vehicle equals the water
pressure outside of the vehicle, and then open the door and exit the
vehicle.

In the event the vehicle is submerged in water, remain calm and
perform the following.

WARNING

■

Using an emergency hammer

*

for emergency escape

The front side windows and rear side windows, as well as the rear window
can be shattered with an emergency hammer

*

used for emergency escape.

However, an emergency hammer can not shatter the windshield as it is lam-
inated glass.

*

: Contact your Toyota dealer or aftermarket accessory manufacturer for

further information about an emergency hammer.

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Escaping the vehicle from the window

There are cases where escaping the vehicle from the window is not possi-
ble due to seating position, passenger body type, etc.
When using an emergency hammer, consider your seat location and the
size of the window opening to ensure that the opening is accessible and
large enough to escape.

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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

If your vehicle needs to be towed

The following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact
your Toyota dealer or commercial towing service before towing.

●

The engine is running but the vehicle does not move.

●

The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.

Do not tow with a sling-type truck
to prevent body damage.



From the front

Use a towing dolly under the rear
wheels.

If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle
towed by your Toyota dealer or commercial towing service,
using a wheel-lift type truck or flatbed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by all state/
provincial and local laws.

Situations when it is necessary to contact dealers before towing

Towing with a sling-type truck

Towing with a wheel-lift type truck

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From the rear

Use a towing dolly under the front
wheels.

If your vehicle is transported by a flatbed truck, it should be tied down
at the locations shown in the illustration.

If you use chains or cables to tie
down your vehicle, the angles
shaded in black must be 45



.

Do not overly tighten the tie
downs or the vehicle may be dam-
aged.

Using a flatbed truck



Type A



Type B

Front

Front

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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

If a tow truck is not available in an emergency, your vehicle may be
temporarily towed using cables or chains secured to the emergency
towing hook(s). This should only be attempted on hard surfaced roads
for at most 50 miles (80 km) at under 18 mph (30 km/h).
A driver must be in the vehicle to steer and operate the brakes. The
vehicle’s wheels, drivetrain, axles, steering and brakes must be in
good condition.

Securely attach a cables or chains to the towing hook(s).

Take care not to damage the vehicle body.

Vehicles without a smart key system:
Enter the vehicle being towed and start the engine.

If the engine does not start, turn the engine switch to the “ON” position.

Vehicles with a smart key system:
Enter the vehicle being towed and start the engine.

If the engine does not start, turn the engine switch to IGNITION ON mode.

4WD models: Put the front-wheel drive control switch in “2WD”.
Shift the shift lever to N and release the parking brake.
Vehicles with an automatic transmission: When the shift lever can-
not be shifted. (

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P. 213)

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While towing

If the engine is not running, the power assist for the brakes and steering will
not function, making steering and braking more difficult.

Emergency towing

Emergency towing procedure

1



Type A



Type B

2

3

4

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WARNING

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

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When towing the vehicle

2WD models: Be sure to transport the
vehicle with all four wheels raised off the
ground. If the vehicle is towed with the
tires contacting the ground, the drivetrain
and related parts may be damaged or an
accident may occur due to a change in
direction of the vehicle.
4WD models: Be sure to transport the
vehicle with all four wheels raised off the
ground. If the vehicle is towed with the
tires contacting the ground, the drivetrain
or related parts may be damaged, the
vehicle may fly off the truck.

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While towing

●

When towing using cables or chains, avoid sudden starts, etc., which
place excessive stress on the towing hook(s), cables or chains. The tow-
ing hook(s), cables or chains may become damaged, broken debris may
hit people, and cause serious damage.

●

Do not turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position (vehicles without a
smart key system) or off (vehicles with a smart key system).
There is a possibility that the steering wheel is locked and cannot be
operated.

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NOTICE

■

To prevent damage to the vehicle when towing using a wheel-lift type
truck

●

Vehicles without a smart key system:
Do not tow the vehicle from the rear when the engine switch is in the
“LOCK” position or the key is removed.
The steering lock mechanism is not strong enough to hold the front wheels
straight.

●

Vehicles with a smart key system:
Do not tow the vehicle from the rear when the engine switch is off.
The steering lock mechanism is not strong enough to hold the front wheels
straight.

●

When raising the vehicle, ensure adequate ground clearance for towing at
the opposite end of the raised vehicle. Without adequate clearance, the
vehicle could be damaged while being towed.

■

To prevent damage to the vehicle when towing with a sling-type truck

Do not tow with a sling-type truck, either from the front or rear.

■

To prevent damage to the vehicle during emergency towing

Do not secure cables or chains to the suspension components.

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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

If you think something is wrong

●

Fluid leaks under the vehicle.
(Water dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal.)

●

Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear

●

Engine coolant temperature gauge needle continually points higher
than normal.

●

Changes in exhaust sound

●

Excessive tire squeal when cornering

●

Strange noises related to the suspension system

●

Pinging or other noises related to the engine

●

Engine misses, stumbling or running roughly

●

Appreciable loss of power

●

Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking

●

Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road

●

Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling, pedal almost touches
the floor

If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle proba-
bly needs adjustment or repair. Contact your Toyota dealer as
soon as possible.

Visible symptoms

Audible symptoms

Operational symptoms

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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

Fuel pump shut off system

Follow the procedure below to restart the engine after the system is
activated.

Vehicles without a smart key system:
Turn the engine switch to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position.
Vehicles with a smart key system:
Turn the engine switch to ACCESSORY or turn it off.
Restart the engine.

To minimize the risk of fuel leakage when the engine stalls or
when an airbag inflates upon collision, the fuel pump shut off
system stops supply of fuel to the engine.

NOTICE

■

Before starting the engine

Inspect the ground under the vehicle.
If you find that fuel has leaked onto the ground, the fuel system has been
damaged and is in need of repair. Do not restart the engine.

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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

If a warning light turns on or a warning

buzzer sounds

Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights
comes on or flashes. If a light comes on or flashes, but then
goes off, this does not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the
system. However, if this continues to occur, have the vehicle
inspected by your Toyota dealer.

Warning light and warning buzzer list

Warning light

Warning light/Details/Actions

(U.S.A.)

(Canada)

Brake system warning light

• Low brake fluid
• Malfunction in the brake system

*

1



Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and con-
tact your Toyota dealer.

(U.S.A.)

(Canada)

Malfunction indicator lamp

Indicates a malfunction in:
• The emission control system;
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system; or
• The electronic automatic transmission control system.



Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.

SRS warning light

Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system;
• The front passenger occupant classification system; or
• The seat belt pretensioner system



Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.

(U.S.A.)

(Canada)

ABS warning light

Indicates a malfunction in:
• The ABS; or
• The brake assist system



Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.

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Slip indicator light

Indicates a malfunction in:
• The VSC system;
• Trailer Sway Control system (if equipped);
• The TRAC system;
• The hill-start assist control system (if equipped);
• The active traction control system (if equipped);
• The AUTO LSD system; or
• The Crawl Control system (if equipped)



Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.

(Flashes rapidly)

Rear differential lock indicator light

*

2

Indicates a malfunction in the rear differential lock system



Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.

(Flashes)

Low speed four-wheel drive indicator light

*

2

Indicates a malfunction in the four-wheel drive system



Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.

Low fuel level warning light

Indicates remaining fuel is approximately 3.2 gal. (12.0 L,
2.6 Imp.gal.) or less



Refuel the vehicle.

Seat belt reminder light (warning buzzer)

*

3

Warns the driver and/or front passenger to fasten their
seat belts



Fasten the seat belt.
If the front passenger’s seat is occupied, the front
passenger’s seat belt also needs to be fastened to
make the warning light (warning buzzer) turn off.

(U.S.A.)

(Canada)

Parking brake indicator (warning buzzer)

*

4

Warns the driver to release parking brake.



Release the parking brake.

Master warning light (warning buzzer)

A buzzer sounds and the warning light comes on and
flashes to indicate that the master warning system has
detected a malfunction.



P. 482

Warning light

Warning light/Details/Actions

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: The buzzer sounds when Multi-terrain Select or active traction control is

equipped.

*

2

: 4WD models only

Tire pressure warning light

*

5

When the light comes on:

Low tire inflation pressure such as

• Natural causes (

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P. 479)

• Flat tire (

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P. 504)



Adjust the tire inflation pressure to the specified

level.

The light will turn off after a few minutes. In case

the light does not turn off even if the tire inflation

pressure is adjusted, have the system checked by

your Toyota dealer.

When the light comes on after blinking for 1 minute:

Malfunction in the tire pressure warning system.



Have the system checked by your Toyota dealer.

(Flashes or illumi-

nates)

PCS warning light

*

5

Indicates a malfunction in the PCS (Pre-Collision System)
or that the system is temporarily unavailable due to the
vehicle being extremely hot/cold, or dirt around a front
sensor, etc. (→P. 256, 482)



Follow the instructions displayed on the multi-infor-
mation display. (→P. 256, 482)

If the PCS (Pre-Collision System) or VSC (Vehicle Stability
Control) system is disabled, the PCS warning light will illu-
minate.



P. 256

(Yellow)

LDA (Lane Departure Alert) indicator

*

5

The indicator comes on and a warning message is dis-
played to indicate that the LDA (Lane Departure Alert)
system is not available temporarily or has detected a mal-
function.



P. 492, 493, 494

Warning light

Warning light/Details/Actions

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3

: Driver’s seat belt buzzer:

The driver’s seat belt buzzer sounds to alert the driver that his or her seat
belt is not fastened. Once the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position
(vehicles without a smart key system) or IGNITION ON mode (vehicles
with a smart key system), the buzzer sounds for 6 seconds. If the vehicle
reaches a speed of 12 mph (20 km/h), the buzzer sounds once. If the seat
belt is still unfastened after 24 seconds, the buzzer will sound intermittently
for 10 seconds. Then, if the seat belt is still unfastened, the buzzer will
sound in a different tone for 20 more seconds.
Front passenger’s seat belt buzzer:

The front passenger’s seat belt buzzer sounds to alert the front passenger
that his or her seat belt is not fastened. The buzzer sounds once if the
vehicle reaches a speed of 12 mph (20 km/h). If the seat belt is sill unfas-
tened after 24 seconds, the buzzer will sound intermittently for 10 seconds.
Then, if the seat belt is still unfastened, the buzzer will sound in a different
tone for 20 more seconds.

*

4

: Parking brake engaged warning buzzer:

A buzzer will sound if the vehicle is driven at a speed of approximately
3 mph (5 km/h) or more.

*

5

: If equipped

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SRS warning light

This warning light system monitors the airbag sensor assembly, front impact
sensors, side impact sensors (front), side impact sensors (rear), driver’s seat
position sensor, driver’s seat belt buckle switch, front passenger occupant
classification system (ECU and sensors), “AIR BAG ON” indicator light, “AIR
BAG OFF” indicator light, front passenger’s seat belt buckle switch, seat belt
pretensioners assemblies, airbags, interconnecting wiring and power
sources. (



P. 38)

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Front passenger detection sensor, seat belt reminder and warning
buzzer

●

If luggage is placed on the front passenger seat, the front passenger detec-
tion sensor may cause the warning light to flash and the warning buzzer to
sound even if a passenger is not sitting in the seat.

●

If a cushion is placed on the seat, the sensor may not detect a passenger,
and the warning light may not operate properly.

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If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving

First check the following:

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Is the fuel tank empty?
If it is, fill the fuel tank immediately.

●

Is the fuel tank cap loose?
If it is, tighten it securely.

The light will go off after several driving trips.
If the light does not go off even after several trips, contact your Toyota dealer
as soon as possible.

■

When the tire pressure warning light comes on (if equipped)

Check the tire inflation pressure and adjust to the appropriate level. Push-

ing the tire pressure warning reset switch will not turn off the tire pressure

warning light.

■

The tire pressure warning light may come on due to natural causes

(if equipped)

The tire pressure warning light may come on due to natural causes such

as natural air leaks and tire inflation pressure changes caused by tem-

perature. In this case, adjusting the tire inflation pressure will turn off the

warning light (after several minutes).

■

When a tire is replaced with a spare tire (vehicles with the tire pres-

sure warning system)

The temporary spare tire is not equipped with a tire pressure warning

valve and transmitter. If a tire goes flat, the tire pressure warning light will

not turn off even though the flat tire has been replaced with the temporary

spare tire. Replace the temporary spare tire with the repaired tire and

adjust the tire inflation pressure. The tire pressure warning light will go off

after several minutes.

■

Conditions that the tire pressure warning system may not function

properly (if equipped)

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P. 430

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If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking

for 1 minute (if equipped)

If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking for 1

minute when the engine switch is turned to “ON” position (vehicles with-

out a smart key system) or IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with a smart

key system), have it checked by your Toyota dealer.

■

Warning buzzer

In some cases, the buzzer may not be heard because of noisy place or an
audio sound.

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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.

■

If the tire pressure warning light comes on (if equipped)

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 infla-
tion pressure immediately.

●

If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pressure
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 (vehicles with the tire
pressure warning system)

The tire pressure warning system may not activate immediately.

■

Maintenance of the tires (vehicles with the tire pressure warning

system)

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. Accord-

ingly, when the low tire pressure telltale (tire pressure warning light)

illuminates, 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 fail-

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

may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability.

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WARNING

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.

NOTICE

■

To ensure the tire pressure warning system operates properly (if

equipped)

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

pressure warning system may not operate properly.

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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

If a warning message is displayed

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

If any of the warning light comes on again after the following actions
have been performed, contact your Toyota dealer.

If a warning is shown on the multi-information display, stay calm
and perform the following actions:

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Warning message and warning buzzer list

Warning message

Details/Actions

Indicates the following:

• The brake fluid level is low; or,
• The brake system is malfunctioning

*

1

.



Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place
and contact your Toyota dealer.

(U.S.A.)

(Canada)

(U.S.A.)

(Canada)

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(If equipped)

Indicates that the automatic transmission fluid
temperature is too high.

A buzzer also sounds.



Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe
place, shift the shift lever to P and wait until
the message and light go off.
If the message and light go off, you may
start the vehicle again.
If the message and light do not go off, con-
tact your Toyota dealer.

Indicates that the engine coolant temperature is
too high.

A buzzer also sounds.



P. 527

Indicates abnormal engine oil pressure.
The warning light may come on if the engine oil
pressure is too low.

A buzzer also sounds.



Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place
and contact your Toyota dealer.

Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging
system.



Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place
and contact your Toyota dealer. Continuing
to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.

Warning message

Details/Actions

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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

Indicates a malfunction in:

• The ABS; or
• The brake assist system
A buzzer also sounds.



Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer.

Indicates a malfunction in:

• The VSC system;
• Trailer Sway Control system (if equipped);
• The TRAC system;
• The hill-start assist control system (if

equipped);

• The active traction control system (if

equipped);

• The AUTO LSD system; or
• The Crawl Control system (if equipped)



Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer.

(If equipped)

Indicates a malfunction in the tire pressure moni-
toring system.

The tire pressure warning light comes on after
flashing for 1 minute.



Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer.

Warning message

Details/Actions

(U.S.A.)

(Canada)

(U.S.A.)

(Canada)

(Flashes and then
remains on)

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(If equipped)

Indicates a malfunction in the cruise control sys-
tem.

Press the “ON-OFF” button once to deactivate
the system, and then press the button again to
reactivate the system.
A buzzer also sounds.



Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer.

(If equipped)

Indicates a malfunction in the dynamic radar
cruise control system.

Press the “ON-OFF” button once to deactivate
the system, and then press the button again to
reactivate the system.
A buzzer also sounds.



Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer.

Indicates a malfunction in the Brake Override
System.

A buzzer also sounds.



Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer immediately.

(2GR-FKS engine only)

Indicates that the engine oil level is low.

A buzzer also sounds.



Check the level of engine oil, and add if
necessary.
This message may appear if the vehicle is
stopped on a slope.
Move the vehicle to a level surface and
check to see if the message disappears.

Warning message

Details/Actions

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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

Indicates that the accelerator and brake pedals
are being depressed simultaneously, and the
Brake Override System is operating. (



P. 170)



Release the accelerator pedal and depress
the brake pedal.

(If equipped)

Indicates that the tire inflation pressure is low.



Check the tire inflation pressure, and
adjust to the appropriate level.

(Canada only)

Indicates that the washer fluid level is low.



Add washer fluid.

Indicates that remaining fuel is approximately
3.2 gal. (12.0 L, 2.6 Imp.gal.) or less



Refuel the vehicle.

Warning message

Details/Actions

(Flashes)

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(4WD models only)

Indicates that the transfer mode may not suc-
cessfully change.



Operate the front-wheel drive control
switch again. (



P. 297)

(4WD models only)

Indicates that the front differential oil temperature
is too high.



Drop your speed or stop the vehicle until
the message and light go off. If the mes-
sage and light do not go off, contact your
Toyota dealer.

(4WD models only)

Indicates that the front differential oil temperature
is too high.



Turn the front-wheel drive control switch to
“2WD” (



P. 297) and drop your speed or

stop the vehicle until the message and light
go off. If the message and light do not go
off, contact your Toyota dealer.

(If equipped)

Indicates that the Crawl Control is canceled while
in use.

A buzzer also sounds.



Use the Crawl Control under the proper
operating conditions. (



P. 312)

Warning message

Details/Actions

(Flashes)

(Flashes)

(Flashes)

488

7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

Indicates that one or more of the doors is not fully
closed.

The system also indicates which doors are not
fully closed.
If the vehicle reaches a speed of 3 mph

(5 km/h),

flashes and a buzzer

sounds to indicate that the door(s) are not
yet fully closed.



Make sure that all the doors are closed.

(If equipped)

Indicates that the hood is not fully closed.

If the vehicle reaches a speed of 3 mph

(5 km/h),

flashes and a buzzer

sounds to indicate that the hood is not yet
fully closed.



Close the hood.

(If equipped)

Indicates a malfunction in the intuitive parking
assist.

The malfunctioning assist-sensor is flashing.



Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer immediately.

(If equipped)

Indicates that intuitive parking assist is dirty or
covered with ice.



Clean the sensor.

Warning message

Details/Actions

489

7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

7

W

hen
troub

le arises

Indicates that the parking brake is still engaged.

If the vehicle reaches a speed of 3 mph

(5 km/h),

flashes and a buzzer

sounds to indicate that the parking brake is
still engaged.



Release the parking brake.

(If equipped)

Indicates a malfunction in the smart key system.

A buzzer also sounds.



Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer.

(If equipped)

Indicates that a Blind Spot Monitor sensor or the
surrounding area on the bumper is dirty or cov-
ered with ice.

A buzzer also sounds.



Clean the sensor and its surrounding area
on the bumper.

(If equipped)

Indicates a malfunction in the BSM (Blind Spot
Monitor) system.

A buzzer also sounds.



Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer.

Warning message

Details/Actions

(U.S.A.)

(Canada)

(Flashes)

490

7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

Indicates that the engine switch is turned to the
“LOCK” or “ACC” position (vehicles without a
smart key system), or off or ACCESSORY mode
(vehicles with a smart key system) and the
driver’s door is opened while the lights are turned
on.



Turn the lights off.

(If equipped)

Indicates that the moon roof is not fully closed
(with the engine switch off, and the driver’s door
open).

A buzzer also sounds.



Close the moon roof.

(If equipped)

Indicates that the Crawl Control is not available.



Select the four-wheel drive control switch
in “4L” and shift the shift lever to D or R.

(If equipped)

Indicates that the Crawl Control is not available.



Confirm the operating conditions of Crawl
Control. (



P. 312)

Warning message

Details/Actions

(Flashes)

(Flashes)

491

7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

7

W

hen
troub

le arises

(U.S.A. only)

Indicates that all maintenance according to the
driven distance on the maintenance schedule

*

should be performed soon.
Comes on approximately 4500 miles (7200 km)
after the message has been reset.



If necessary, perform maintenance.

(U.S.A. only)

Indicates that all maintenance is required to cor-
respond to the driven distance on the mainte-
nance schedule

*

2

.

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 mainte-
nance is performed. (



P. 404)

(U.S.A. only)

Indicates that the system fails to reset.

A buzzer also sounds.



Resetting the maintenance data again.
(



P. 404)

(If equipped)

Indicates that the transfer mode needs to be
changed to “4L”.



Turn the front-wheel drive control switch to
“4L”.

(If equipped)

Indicates that the VSC and active traction control
cannot be disabled while Multi-terrain Select is
operating.



While the Multi-terrain Select is in use, VSC
and active traction control cannot be
turned off.

Warning message

Details/Actions

492

7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

(If equipped)

Indicates that the Multi-terrain Select cannot be
operated because the VSC and/or 4WD system
may be malfunctioning.



Contact your Toyota dealer.

(If equipped)

Indicates that the Multi-terrain Select is canceled
while in use.

A buzzer also sounds.



Use the Multi-terrain Select under the
proper operating conditions. (



P. 308)

(If equipped)

Indicates that the Multi-terrain Select cannot be
operated because Crawl Control is operating.



Turn Crawl Control off. (



P. 312)

(If equipped)

Indicates that your vehicle is nearing the vehicle
ahead (in vehicle-to-vehicle distance control
mode).

A buzzer also sounds.



Slow the vehicle by applying the brakes.

(If equipped)

Indicates a malfunction in the LDA (Lane Depar-
ture Alert).

A buzzer also sounds.



Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer.

Warning message

Details/Actions

(Yellow)

493

7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

7

W

hen
troub

le arises

(If equipped)

Indicates that the LDA (Lane Departure Alert)
system cannot be used as the vehicle speed is
lower than approximately 32 mph (50 km/h).



Drive the vehicle at approximately 32 mph
(50 km/h) or more.

(If equipped)

Indicates that LDA (Lane Departure Alert) system
cannot be used due to the vehicle speed being
too high.



Slow down.

(If equipped)

Indicates that:

• There is a high possibility of a frontal colli-

sion; or

• The pre-collision braking function is operat-

ing.

A buzzer also sounds.



Slow the vehicle by applying the brakes.

(If equipped)

The operation conditions of the camera sensor
(temperature, etc.) are not met.



When the operation conditions of the cam-
era sensor (temperature, etc.) are met, the
following systems will become available.

• PCS (Pre-Collision System)
• LDA (Lane Departure Alert) system
• Automatic High Beam

Warning message

Details/Actions

(Yellow)

494

7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

(If equipped)

Indicates that dirt, rain, condensation, ice, snow,
etc., are present on the windshield in front of the
camera sensor. The following systems will be
temporarily unusable.

• PCS (Pre-Collision System)
• LDA (Lane Departure Alert) system
• Automatic High Beam



Turn the system off, remove any dirt, rain,
condensation, ice, snow, etc., from the
windshield, and then turn the system back
on.

(If equipped)

Indicates a malfunction in the PCS (Pre-Collision
System).

A buzzer also sounds.



Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer.

(If equipped)

Indicates that, since the VSC (Vehicle Stability
Control) system was turned off, the pre-collision
brake system operation is stopped.



Turn the VSC on. (



P. 318, 319)

(If equipped)

Indicates that the pre-collision system is tempo-
rarily unavailable.



Please wait until the system returns. If the
message does not disappear, the system
may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle
inspected by your Toyota dealer immedi-
ately.

Warning message

Details/Actions

(Yellow)

(Flashes)

495

7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

7

W

hen
troub

le arises

(If equipped)

Indicates that the pre-collision system sensor is
dirty, covered with ice, etc.



Remove any dirt, ice, etc.

(If equipped)

Indicates a malfunction in:

• The automatic headlight leveling system; or
• The Automatic High Beam system.
A buzzer also sounds.



Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer.

(If equipped)

Indicates that the Automatic High Beam switch is
pressed while the headlights are in low beam.



Turn the high beam on and press the Auto-
matic High Beam switch again.

(If equipped)

Indicates that rader cruise control sensor is dirty
or covered with ice.

A buzzer also sounds.



Clean the sensor.

Warning message

Details/Actions

496

7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

*

1

: The buzzer sounds when Multi-terrain Select or active traction control is

equipped.

*

2

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

Supplement” for the maintenance interval applicable to your vehicle.

(If equipped)

Indicates that the dynamic radar cruise control
system cannot be used temporarily due to bad
weather.

A buzzer also sounds.



Use the dynamic radar cruise control sys-
tem when it becomes available again.

Indicates a malfunction in the Drive-Start Control.

A buzzer also sounds.



Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer immediately.

Indicates that the shift position was changed and
Drive-Start Control was operated while depress-
ing the accelerator pedal.

A buzzer also sounds.



Momentarily release the accelerator pedal.

Warning message

Details/Actions

(Flashes)

497

7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

7

W

hen
troub

le arises

■

Warning message in radar cruise mode (if equipped)

In the following cases, the warning message may not be displayed even if
vehicle-to-vehicle distance decreases:

●

When your vehicle and the vehicle ahead are traveling at the same speed or
the vehicle ahead is traveling more quickly than your vehicle

●

When the vehicle ahead is traveling at a very low speed

●

Immediately after cruise control speed is set

●

At the instant the accelerator pedal is depressed

■

Conditions that the tire pressure warning system may not function

properly (vehicles with the tire pressure warning system)



P. 430

■

Warning buzzer



P. 479

498

7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

After taking the specified steps to correct the suspected problem,
check that the warning message and light go off.

Have the malfunction repaired immediately. (vehicles with a
smart key system)

Interior

buzzer

Exterior

buzzer

Warning message

Details/Actions

Contin-
uous



The driver’s door was opened
when the shift lever was not in
P and the engine switch was
not turned off.



Shift the shift lever to P.

Contin-
uous

Contin-
uous

The driver’s door was opened
and closed while the elec-
tronic key was not in the vehi-
cle, the shift lever was not in P
and the engine switch was not
turned off.



Shift the shift lever to P.



Bring the electronic key
back into the vehicle.

(Flashes)

(Displayed alternately)

(Flashes)

499

7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

7

W

hen
troub

le arises

Once

3 times

The driver’s door was opened
and closed while the elec-
tronic key was not in the vehi-
cle, the shift lever was in P
and the engine switch was not
turned off.



Turn the engine switch
off.



Bring the electronic key
back into the vehicle.

The electronic key was carried
outside the vehicle and a door
other than the driver’s door
was opened and closed while
the engine switch was in a
mode other than off.



Bring the electronic key
back into the vehicle.

Once

Contin-
uous

An attempt was made to exit
the vehicle with the electronic
key and lock the doors without
first turning the engine switch
off when the shift lever was in
P.



Turn the engine switch
off and lock the doors
again.

Interior

buzzer

Exterior

buzzer

Warning message

Details/Actions

(Flashes)

(Displayed alternately)

(Flashes)

500

7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

Once



The electronic key is not
detected when an attempt is
made to start the engine.



Start the engine with the
electronic key present.

9 times



An attempt was made to drive
when the electronic key was
not inside the vehicle.



Confirm that the elec-
tronic key is inside the
vehicle.



Contin-
uous

An attempt was made to lock
the doors using the smart key
system while the electronic
key was still inside the vehicle.



Retrieve the electronic
key from the vehicle and
lock the doors again.

Once

Contin-
uous

An attempt was made to lock
either front door by opening a
door and putting the inside
lock button into the lock posi-
tion, then closing the door with
the electronic key still inside
the vehicle.



Retrieve the electronic
key from the vehicle and
lock the doors again.

Interior

buzzer

Exterior

buzzer

Warning message

Details/Actions

(Flashes)

(Flashes)

(Flashes)

(Flashes)

501

7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

7

W

hen
troub

le arises

Once



The electronic key has a low
battery.



Replace the electronic
key battery. (



P. 443)

Once



The steering lock could not be
released within 3 seconds of
the engine switch being
pressed.



Press the engine switch
while

depressing

the

brake pedal and moving
the steering wheel left
and right.

Once



• When the doors were

unlocked with the mechani-
cal key and then the engine
switch was pressed, the
electronic key could not be
detected in the vehicle.

• The electronic key could not

be detected in the vehicle
even after the engine switch
was pressed two consecu-
tive times.



Touch the electronic key
to the engine switch
while

depressing

the

brake pedal.

Interior

buzzer

Exterior

buzzer

Warning message

Details/Actions

(Flashes)

502

7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

Once



Indicates that:
• With the engine switch off,

the doors were unlocked
and then the driver’s door
was opened and closed

• The engine switch was

turned

to ACCESSORY

mode without starting the
engine



Press the engine switch
while

depressing

the

brake pedal.

Once



The engine switch has been
turned off with the shift lever in
a position other than P.



Shift the shift lever to P.

Once



After the engine switch has
been turned off with the shift
lever in a position other than
P, the shift lever has been
shifted to P.



Turn the engine switch
off.





Power was turned off due to
the automatic power off func-
tion.



Next time when starting
the engine, increase the
engine speed slightly and
maintain that level for
approximately 5 minutes
to recharge the battery.

Interior

buzzer

Exterior

buzzer

Warning message

Details/Actions

(Flashes)

(Flashes)

503

7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

7

W

hen
troub

le arises

■

Warning buzzer



P. 479

Once



During a engine starting pro-
cedure in the event that the
electronic key was not func-
tioning properly (



P. 521), the

engine switch was touched
with the electronic key.



Press the engine switch
within 10 seconds of the
buzzer sounding.

Interior

buzzer

Exterior

buzzer

Warning message

Details/Actions

(Flashes)

504

7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

If you have a flat tire

●

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

●

Set the parking brake.

●

Shift the shift lever to P (automatic transmission) or R (manual
transmission).

●

Stop the engine.

●

Turn on the emergency flashers. (



P. 464)

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



P. 425

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

505

7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

7

W

hen
troub

le arises

■

Spare tire

■

Jack and tools

Tool bag
Jack

Location of the spare tire, jack and tools

1
2



Access Cab models



Double Cab models

506

7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

WARNING

■

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 engine or drive the vehicle while the vehicle is sup-

ported 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.

■

Using the jack handle

Insert the square head securely until you hear a click to prevent the

extension parts from coming apart unexpectedly.

507

7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

7

W

hen
troub

le arises

Vehicles with rear seats:
Pull up the lever and raise the
bottom cushion up.

Turn the knob counterclock-
wise.

Open the lid.

Unhook the rubber band and
remove the tool bag.

Taking out the jack and tool bag (Access Cab models)

1

2

3

4

508

7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

Unhook the rubber band and
take out the jack.

For loosening
For tightening

Swing the bottom cushion up by
pulling the lock release strap.

Turn the knob counterclockwise
and open the lid.

Unhook the rubber band and
remove the tool bag.

5

1
2

Taking out the jack and tool bag (Double Cab models)

1

2

3

509

7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

7

W

hen
troub

le arises

Unhook the rubber band and
take out the jack.

For loosening
For tightening

Assemble the jack handle
extension as shown.

Insert the end of the jack han-
dle extension into the lowering
screw and turn it counterclock-
wise.

After the tire is lowered com-
pletely to the ground, remove
the holding bracket.

4

1
2

Taking out the spare tire

1

2

3

510

7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

Chock the tires.

Slightly loosen the wheel nuts
(one turn).

Assemble the jack handle
extension as shown.

Replacing a flat tire

1

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

2

3

511

7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

7

W

hen
troub

le arises

Position the jack at the correct
jack point as shown.

Front
Rear

Make sure the jack is positioned

on a level and solid place.

Raise the vehicle until the tire is
slightly raised off the ground.

When positioning the jack under

the rear axle housing, make sure

the groove on the top of the jack

fits with the rear axle housing.
Make sure to use only the jack

point indicated.

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.

Front

4

1
2

Use only this area
as jack point.

5

6

512

7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

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.

WARNING

■

Replacing a flat tire

●

Observe the following precautions.

Failure to do so may result in serious injury:
• Lower the spare tire completely to the ground before removing it

from under the vehicle.

• Do not try to remove the wheel ornament by hand. Take due care in

handling the ornament to avoid unexpected personal injury.

• 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 83 ft·lbf

(113 N·m, 11.5 kgf·m) as soon as possible after changing wheels.

• 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.

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

the wheel while the vehicle is moving.

• When installing the wheel nuts, be sure to install them with the

tapered ends facing inward. (



P. 438)

Installing the spare tire

1

513

7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

7

W

hen
troub

le arises

Install the spare tire and loosely tighten each wheel nut by hand by
approximately the same amount.



Replacing a steel wheel with a spare steel wheel

Tighten the nuts until the tapered
portion comes into loose contact
with the disc wheel sheet.



Replacing an aluminum wheel with a spare steel wheel

Tighten the nuts until the tapered
portion comes into loose contact
with the disc wheel sheet.



Replacing an aluminum wheel with a spare aluminum wheel

Tighten the nuts until the washer
of the nut comes into loose con-
tact with the disc wheel.

2

Tapered portion

Disc

wheel

sheet

Disc
wheel
sheet

Tapered portion

Disc
wheel

Washer

514

7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

Lower the vehicle.

Firmly tighten each nut two or
three times in the order shown
in the illustration.

Tightening torque:

83 ft·lbf (113 N·m, 11.5 kgf·m)

3

4

WARNING

■

Stowing the flat tire

Failure to follow steps listed under stowing the tire may result in damage

to the spare tire carrier and loss of the tire, which could result in death or

serious injury.

515

7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

7

W

hen
troub

le arises

Remove the center wheel ornament by pushing from the reverse
side.
Lay down the tire with the valve
stem facing up and install the
holding bracket, inserting the
claw into the wheel lug nut hole.
Turn the jack handle extension
clockwise to take up slack in
the chain.

Then, check to ensure the claw is

in the wheel lug nut hole and the

holding bracket is centered in the

wheel hub.

Holding bracket
Claw

While raising, secure the tire, tak-

ing care that the tire goes straight

up without catching on any sur-

rounding parts, to prevent it from

flying forward during a collision or

sudden braking.

Tightening torque:

27.6 ft·lbf (37.4 N·m, 3.8 kgf·m)

Confirm it is not loose after
tightening:

Push and pull the tire
Try rotating

Visually check to ensure tire is

not hung on surrounding parts.

If looseness or misassembly exists, repeat step

and step

.

Repeat step

, any time the tire is lowered or disturbed.

Stow the tools and jack securely.

Stowing the flat tire, jack and all tools

1

incorrect

correct

2

1

2

3

1

2

2

3

4

3

5

516

7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

■

The temporary spare tire

●

Your vehicle is equipped with a temporary spare tire that may be a differ-

ent size, tread type, and/or manufacturer from the ground tires installed

on your vehicle.

●

The temporary spare tire is identified by the “TEMPORARY USE ONLY”

marking on the disc wheel and/or the tire sidewall.

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

●

Make sure to check the tire inflation pressure of the temporary spare

tire. (



P. 543)

■

After completing the tire change (vehicles with the tire pressure

warning system)

The tire pressure warning system must be reset. (



P. 427)

■

When using the temporary spare tire (vehicles with the tire pressure

warning system)

As the temporary spare tire is not equipped with the 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

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

light remains on.

■

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

Install the temporary spare tire on one of the front wheels of the vehicle.

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

Replace a front tire with the temporary spare tire.
Replace the flat rear tire with the tire removed from the front of the

vehicle.
Fit tire chains to the rear tires.

1

2

3

517

7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

7

W

hen
troub

le arises

WARNING

■

When using the temporary spare tire

●

Remember that the temporary spare tire provided is specifically

designed for use with your vehicle. Do not use your temporary spare

tire on another vehicle.

●

Do not use more than one temporary spare tires simultaneously.

●

Replace the temporary 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 spare tire is attached

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

tems may not operate correctly:

Also, not only can the following system not be utilized fully, but it may

even negatively affect the drive-train components:

• 4WD system

■

Speed limit when using the temporary spare tire

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

spare tire is installed on the vehicle.
The temporary 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.

• ABS & Brake assist
• VSC
• TRC
• AUTO LSD
• Dynamic radar cruise control

(if equipped)

• Pre-Collision System (if equipped)
• Automatic High Beam

(if equipped)

• LDA (Lane Departure Alert) (if

equipped)

• Hill-start assist control

(if equipped)

• Cruise control (if equipped)
• Active traction control system

(if equipped)

• Multi Terrain ABS (if equipped)
• Multi-terrain Select (if equipped)
• Crawl Control (if equipped)
• Navigation system (if equipped)

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NOTICE

■

Do not drive the vehicle with 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.

■

Driving with tire chains and the temporary spare tire

Do not fit tire chains to the temporary spare tire.

Tire chains may damage the vehicle body and adversely affect driving

performance.

■

When replacing the tires (vehicles with the tire pressure warning

system)

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 valves and transmit-

ters (if equipped)

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. 426)

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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

If the engine will not start

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

●

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

●

The engine may be flooded.
Try to restart the engine again following correct starting procedures.
(



P. 201, 204)

●

There may be a malfunction in the engine immobilizer system.
(if equipped) (



P. 78)

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

●

The battery may be discharged. (



P. 523)

●

The battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.

The engine starting system may be malfunctioning due to an electrical
problem such as an open circuit or a blown fuse. However, an interim
measure is available to start the engine. (



P. 520)

If the engine will not start even though correct starting proce-
dures are being followed (



P. 201, 204), consider each of the fol-

lowing points.

The engine will not start even though the starter motor operates
normally.

The starter motor turns over slowly, the interior lights and head-
lights are dim, or the horn does not sound or sounds at a low
volume.

The starter motor does not turn over (vehicles with a smart key
system)

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

●

One or both of the battery terminals may be disconnected.

●

The battery may be discharged. (



P. 523)

●

There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system (vehicles
with a smart key system).

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

When the engine does not start, the following steps can be used as an
interim measure to start the engine if the engine switch is functioning
normally:

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

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

The starter motor does not turn over, the interior lights and head-
lights do not turn on, or the horn does not sound.

Emergency start function (vehicles with a smart key system)

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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

If the electronic key does not operate

properly (vehicles with a smart key system)

Use the mechanical key (



P. 114)

in order to perform the following
operations:

Locks all the doors
Unlocks all the doors

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

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

If any of the doors is opened or
closed while the key is being
touched to the switch, an alarm will
sound to indicate that the start
function cannot detect the key.

Press the engine switch.

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

If communication between the electronic key and vehicle is
interrupted (



P. 134) 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
can be opened and the engine can be started by following the
procedure below.

Locking and unlocking the doors

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Stopping the engine

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

■

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. 443)

■

Changing engine switch modes

Within 10 seconds of the buzzer sounding, release the brake pedal and press
the engine switch.
The engine does not start and modes will be changed each time the switch is
pressed. (



P. 205)

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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

If the vehicle battery is discharged

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 key is being
carried.

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



P. 90)

Open the hood. (



P. 411)

Connect the jumper cables according to the following procedure:



2TR-FE engine

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

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2GR-FKS engine

Connect a positive jumper cable clamp to the positive (+) battery
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 battery
and any moving parts, as shown in the illustration.

Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the engine speed
slightly and maintain at that level for approximately 5 minutes to
recharge the battery of your vehicle.
Vehicles with a smart key system only: Open and close any of the
doors of your vehicle with the engine switch off.
Maintain the engine speed of the second vehicle and start the
engine of your vehicle by turning the engine switch to the “ON”
position (vehicles without a smart key system) or IGNITION ON
mode (vehicles with a smart key system).
Once the vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper cables in
the exact reverse order from which they were connected.

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

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Starting the engine when the battery is discharged (vehicles with an
automatic transmission)

The engine cannot be started by push-starting.

■

To prevent battery discharge

●

Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the engine 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.

■

Charging the battery

The electricity stored in the battery will discharge gradually even when the
vehicle is not in use, due to natural discharge and the draining effects of cer-
tain electrical appliances. If the vehicle is left for a long time, the battery may
discharge, and the engine may be unable to start. (The battery recharges
automatically during driving.)

■

When recharging or replacing the battery

●

Vehicles with a smart key system: In some cases, it may not be possible to
unlock the doors using the smart key system when the battery is dis-
charged. Use the wireless remote control or the mechanical key to lock or
unlock the doors.

●

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

●

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

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WARNING

■

Avoiding battery fires or explosions

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

■

Battery precautions

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

●

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

●

Do not lean over the 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 battery support, terminals, and
other battery-related parts.

●

Do not allow children near the battery.

■

To prevent damage to the vehicle

Do not pull- or push-start the vehicle as the three-way catalytic converter
may overheat and become a fire hazard.

NOTICE

■

When handling jumper cables

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

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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

If your vehicle overheats

●

The needle of the engine coolant temperature gauge (



P. 98)

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

●

“High Engine Coolant Temperature” is shown on the multi-informa-
tion display. (if equipped)

●

Steam comes out from under the hood.

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

Radiator
Cooling fan

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

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

Reservoir
“FULL”
“LOW”
Radiator cap

The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating:

Correction procedures

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