Toyota Corolla Hatchback (2020 year). Manual in english — part 7

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Vehicles without DUAL mode air conditioning system

Temperature control switch
Fan speed control switch
“A/C” switch
Outside air mode switch
Recirculated air mode switch
Eco air conditioning mode switch
Airflow mode control switch
Rear window defogger and outside rear view mirror defoggers
switch
Windshield defogger switch
Off switch
Automatic mode switch

Automatic air conditioning system

Air outlets are automatically selected and fan speed is auto-
matically adjusted according to the set temperature setting.

Air conditioning controls

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Left-hand side temperature control switch
Right-hand side temperature control switch
“SYNC” switch
“A/C” switch
Outside air mode switch
Recirculated air mode switch
Airflow mode control switch
Fan speed increases switch
Fan speed decreases switch
Eco air conditioning mode switch
Rear window defogger and outside rear view mirror defoggers
switch
Windshield defogger switch
Off switch
Automatic mode switch

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Adjusting the temperature
setting

To adjust the temperature set-
ting, turn the temperature con-
trol switch clockwise (warm) or
counterclockwise (cool).

If “A/C” switch is not pressed, the
system will blow ambient tempera-
ture air or heated air.
The air conditioning system
switches between individual and

synchronized modes each time
“SYNC” switch is pressed.
Synchronized modes (indicator on):
The left-hand side temperature
control switch can be used to adjust
the temperature for the driver’s and
front passenger’s side. At this time,
operate the right-hand side tem-
perature control switch to enter
individual mode.
Individual modes (indicator off):

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The temperature for the driver’s
and front passenger’s side can be
adjusted separately.

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Setting the fan speed



Vehicles without DUAL mode
air conditioning system

To adjust the fan speed, turn the
fan speed control switch clock-
wise (increase) or counterclock-
wise (decrease).

Pressing the off switch to turns off
the fan.



Vehicles with DUAL mode air
conditioning system

Operate the fan speed
increases switch to increase the
fan speed and the fan speed
decrease switch to decrease the
fan speed.

Pressing the off switch to turns off
the fan.

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Change the airflow mode

Press the airflow mode control
switch.

The airflow mode changes as fol-
lows each time the switch is
pressed.

1

Upper body

2

Upper body and feet

3

Feet

4

Feet and the windshield
defogger operates

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Switching between outside
air and recirculated air
modes



To change to recirculated air
mode, press the recirculated
air mode switch.

The indicator illuminates on the
recirculated air mode switch.



To change to outside air
mode, press the outside air
mode switch.

The indicator illuminates on the out-
side air mode switch.

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Set cooling and dehumidifi-
cation function

Press the “A/C” switch.

When the function is on, the indica-
tor illuminates on the “A/C” switch.

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Defogging the windshield

Defoggers are used to defog the

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windshield and front side win-
dows.
Press the windshield defogger
switch.

Set the outside/recirculated air
mode switch to outside air mode if
the recirculated air mode is used. (It
may switch automatically.)
To defog the windshield and the
side windows quickly, turn the air
flow and temperature up.
To return to the previous mode,
press the windshield defogger
switch again when the windshield is
defogged.
When the windshield defogger
switch is on, the indicator illumi-
nates on the windshield defogger
switch.

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Defogging the rear window
and outside rear view mir-
rors

Defoggers are used to defog the
rear window, and to remove
raindrops, dew and frost from
the outside rear view mirrors.
Press the rear window and out-
side rear view mirror defoggers
switch.

The defoggers will automatically
turn off after a while.
When the rear window and outside
rear view mirror defoggers switch is
on, the indicator illuminates on the
rear window and outside rear view
mirror defoggers switch.

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Eco air conditioning mode

The air conditioning is controlled
with low fuel consumption priori-

tized such as reducing fan
speed, etc.
Press the eco air conditioning
mode switch.

When the eco air conditioning
mode is on, the indicator illumi-
nates on the eco air conditioning
mode switch.

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When the outside temperature

exceeds 75°F (24°C) and the air

conditioning system is on

●

In order to reduce the air condi-

tioning power consumption, the air

conditioning system may switch to

recirculated air mode automati-

cally. This may also reduce fuel

consumption.

●

Recirculated air mode is selected

as a default mode when the

engine switch is turned to ON.

●

It is possible to switch to outside

air mode at any time by pressing

the outside air mode switch.

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Fogging up of the windows

●

The windows will easily fog up

when the humidity in the vehicle is

high. Turning “A/C” on will dehu-

midify the air from the outlets and

defog the windshield effectively.

●

If you turn “A/C” off, the windows

may fog up more easily.

●

The windows may fog up if the

recirculated air mode is used.

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When driving on dusty roads

Close all windows. If dust thrown up

by the vehicle is still drawn into the

vehicle after closing the windows, it

is recommended that the air intake

mode be set to outside air mode and

the fan speed to any setting except

off.

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Outside/recirculated air mode

●

Setting to the recirculated air

mode temporarily is recom-

mended in preventing dirty air

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from entering the vehicle interior

and helping to cool the vehicle

when the outside air temperature

is high.

●

Outside/recirculated air mode may

automatically switch depending on

the temperature setting or the

inside temperature.

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Operation of the air condition-

ing system in Eco air condition-

ing mode

●

In Eco air conditioning mode, the

air conditioning system is con-

trolled as follows to prioritize fuel

efficiency:

• Heater and compressor operation

controlled to restrict heating/cool-

ing capacity

• Fan speed restricted when auto-

matic mode is selected

●

To improve air conditioning perfor-

mance, perform the following

operations:

• Turn off eco air conditioning mode

(



P.389)

• Adjust the fan speed

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When the outside temperature

falls to nearly 32°F (0°C)

The dehumidification function may

not operate even when “A/C” switch

is pressed.

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Ventilation and air conditioning

odors

●

To let fresh air in, set the air condi-

tioning system to the outside air

mode.

●

During use, various odors from

inside and outside the vehicle may

enter into and accumulate in the

air conditioning system. This may

then cause odor to be emitted

from the vents.

●

To reduce potential odors from

occurring:

• It is recommended that the air

conditioning system be set to out-

side air mode prior to turning the

vehicle off.

• The start timing of the blower may

be delayed for a short period of

time immediately after the air con-

ditioning system is started in auto-

matic mode.

●

When parking, the system auto-

matically switches to outside air

mode to encourage better air cir-

culation throughout the vehicle,

helping to reduce odors that occur

when starting the vehicle.

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Air conditioning filter



P.449

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Air conditioning system refrig-

erant

●

A label regarding the refrigerant of

the air conditioning system is

attached to the hood at the loca-

tion shown in the following illustra-

tion.

●

The meaning of each symbol on

the label are as follows:

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Customization

Some functions can be customized.

Caution

Air conditioning sys-
tem

Air conditioning sys-
tem lubricant type

Requires registered
technician to service
air conditioning sys-
tem

Flammable refrigerant

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(

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P.531)

1

Press the automatic mode
switch.

2

Adjust the temperature set-
ting.

3

To stop the operation, press
the off switch.

If the fan speed setting or air
flow modes are operated, the
automatic mode indicator goes
off. However, automatic mode
for functions other than that
operated is maintained.

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Using automatic mode

Fan speed is adjusted automati-

cally according to the temperature

setting and the ambient conditions.
Therefore, the fan may stop for a

while until warm or cool air is ready

to flow immediately after the auto-

matic mode switch pressed.

Prevent ice from building up on
the windshield and wiper
blades.

When the windshield wiper de-icer
switch is on, the indicator illumi-
nates on the windshield wiper
de-icer switch.
The windshield wiper de-icer will
automatically turn off after a period
of time.

WARNING

■

To prevent the windshield

from fogging up

Do not use the windshield defog-

ger switch during cool air opera-

tion in extremely humid weather.

The difference between the tem-

perature of the outside air and

that of the windshield can cause

the outer surface of the wind-

shield to fog up, blocking your

vision.

■

When the outside rear view

mirror defoggers are operat-

ing

Do not touch the outside rear view

mirror surfaces, as they can

become very hot and burn you.

NOTICE

■

To prevent battery discharge

Do not leave the air conditioning

system on longer than necessary

when the engine is off.

Using automatic mode

Windshield wiper de-icer
(if equipped)

WARNING

■

To prevent burns

Do not touch the glass at lower

part of the windshield or to the

side of the front pillars when the

windshield wiper de-icer is on.

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Location of air outlets

The air outlets and air volume
changes according to the
selected air flow mode.

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Adjusting the position of
and opening and closing
the air outlets



Front center

Direct air flow to the left or right, up
or down



Front right-hand side

Direct air flow to the left or right, up
or down



Front left-hand side

Direct air flow to the left or right, up
or down

Air outlet layout and oper-
ations

WARNING

■

To prevent the windshield

defogger from operating

improperly

Do not place anything on the

instrument panel which may cover

the air outlets. Otherwise, air flow

may be obstructed, preventing the

windshield defoggers from defog-

ging.

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: If equipped

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Heated steering wheel

Turns heated steering wheel
on/off

When the heated steering wheel is
on, the indicator illuminates on the
heated steering wheel switch.

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Seat heaters

Turns seat heaters on/off

1

High temperature

2

Low temperature

When the seat heater is on, the
indicator illuminates on the seat
heater switch.
When not in use, put the switch in
the neutral position. The indicator
will turn off.

■

The heated steering wheel and

seat heaters can be used when

The engine switch is in ON.

Heated steering

wheel

*

/seat heaters

*



Heated steering wheel

Warms up the grip of the
steering wheel



Seat heaters

Warm up the seat upholstery

WARNING

■

To prevent minor burn inju-

ries

Care should be taken if anyone in

the following categories comes in

contact with the steering wheel or

seats when the heater is on:

●

Babies, small children, the

elderly, the sick and the physi-

cally challenged

●

Persons with sensitive skin

●

Persons who are fatigued

●

Persons who have taken alco-

hol or drugs that induce sleep

(sleeping drugs, cold remedies,

etc.)

NOTICE

■

To prevent damage to the

seat heaters

Do not put heavy objects that

have an uneven surface on the

seat and do not stick sharp

objects (needles, nails, etc.) into

the seat.

■

To prevent battery discharge

Do not use the functions when the

engine is off.

Operation instructions

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WARNING

■

To prevent overheating and

minor burn injuries

Observe the following precautions

when using the seat heaters.

●

Do not cover the seat with a

blanket or cushion when using

the seat heater.

●

Do not use seat heater more

than necessary.

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Rear interior light (



P.395)

Front interior/personal lights (



P.395)

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Front

1

Turns the door position on/off

When a door is opened while the
door position is on, the lights turn

on.

2

Turns the lights on/off

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Rear

1

Turns the door position on

The rear interior light turns on/off
together the front interior lights.
When a door is opened while the

Interior lights list

Location of the interior lights

Operating the interior
lights

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front and rear interior light door
position is on, the lights turn on.

2

Turns the light on

Turns the lights on/off

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Illuminated entry system

The lights automatically turn on/off

according to the engine switch

mode, the presence of the elec-

tronic key, whether the doors are

locked/unlocked, and whether the

doors are opened/closed.

■

To prevent the battery from

being discharged

If the interior lights remain on when

the engine switch is turned off, the

lights will go off automatically after

20 minutes.

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If the SRS airbags deploy

(inflate)

If any of the SRS airbags deploy

(inflate) or in the event of a strong

rear impact, the interior lights will

turn on automatically.

The interior lights will turn off auto-

matically after approximately 20

minutes.

The interior lights can be turned off

manually. However, in order to help

prevent further collisions, it is rec-

ommended that they be left on until

safety can be ensured.

(The interior lights may not turn on

automatically depending on the

force of the impact and conditions of

the collision.)

■

Customization

Some functions can be customized.

(



P.531)

Operating the personal
lights

NOTICE

■

To prevent battery discharge

Do not leave the lights on longer

than necessary when the engine

is not running.

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Bottle holders (



P.398)

Open trays (



P.399)

Glove box (



P.398)

Cup holders (



P.398)

Console box (



P.399)

List of storage features

Location of the storage features

WARNING

■

Items that should not be left

in the storage spaces

Do not leave glasses, lighters or

spray cans in the storage spaces,

as this may cause the following

when cabin temperature becomes

high:

●

Glasses may be deformed by

heat or cracked if they come

into contact with other stored

items.

●

Lighters or spray cans may

explode. If they come into con-

tact with other stored items, the

lighter may catch fire or the

spray can may release gas,

causing a fire hazard.

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Pull up the lever to open the
glove box.

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Glove box light

The glove box light turns on when

the tail lights are on.



Front



Rear

Pull the armrest down.



Front

Glove box

WARNING

■

Caution while driving

Keep the glove box closed. In the

event of sudden braking or sud-

den swerving, an accident may

occur due to an occupant being

struck by the open glove box or

the items stored inside.

Cup holders

WARNING

■

Items unsuitable for the cup

holder

Do not place anything other than

cups or beverage cans in the cup

holders.

Inappropriate items must not be

stored in the cup holders even if

the lid is closed.

Other items may be thrown out of

the holders in the event of an

accident or sudden braking and

cause injury. If possible, cover hot

drinks to prevent burns.

Bottle holders

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Rear

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Bottle holders

●

When storing a bottle, close the

cap.

●

The bottle may not be stored

depending on its size or shape.

1

Slide the lid to the rear most
position. (vehicles with a
slide function)

2

Lift the lid while pulling up the
knob.

■

Slide function (if equipped)

The console box lid can be slid for-

ward or backward.



Front (if equipped)



Rear

WARNING

■

Items unsuitable for the bottle

holders

Do not place anything other than

a bottle in the bottle holders.

Other items may be thrown out of

the holders in the event of an

accident or sudden braking and

cause injury.

Console box

WARNING

■

Caution while driving

Keep the console box closed.

Injuries may result in the event of

an accident or sudden braking.

Open tray

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The cargo hooks are provided
for securing loose items.

WARNING

■

Caution while driving

Observe the following precautions

when putting items in the open

tray. Failure to do so may cause

items to be thrown out of the tray

in the event of sudden braking or

steering. In these cases, the items

may interfere with pedal operation

or cause driver distraction, result-

ing in an accident.

●

Do not store items in the tray

that can easily shift or roll out.

●

Do not stack items in the tray

higher than the tray’s edge.

●

Do not put items in the tray that

may protrude over the tray’s

edge.

Luggage compart-

ment features

Cargo hooks

WARNING

■

When cargo hooks are not in

use

To avoid injury, always return the

hooks to their stowed positions

when not in use.

Grocery bag hooks

WARNING

■

To prevent damage to the gro-

cery bag hooks

Do not hang any object heavier

than 4.4 lb. (2 kg) on the grocery

bag hooks.

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Unhook the cords.

2

Remove the cover from the anchors.

Side tray (if equipped)

Removing the luggage cover

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The USB charging port are used
to supply 2.1 A of electricity at 5
V to external devices.
The USB charging port are for
charging only. They are not
designed for data transfer or
other purposes.
Depending on the external
device, it may not charge prop-
erly. Refer to the manual
included with the device before
using a USB charging port.

■

Using the USB charging
port

Open the console box lid and
open the lid.

■

The USB charging port can be

used when

The engine switch is in ACC or ON.

■

Situations in which the USB

charging port may not operate

correctly

●

If a device which consumes more

than 2.1 A at 5 V is connected

●

If a device designed to communi-

cate with a personal computer,

such as a USB memory device, is

connected

●

If the connected external device is

turned off (depending on device)

●

If the temperature inside the vehi-

cle is high, such as after the vehi-

cle has been parked in the sun

■

About connected external

device

Depending on the connected exter-

nal device, charging may occasion-

ally be suspended and then start

again. This is not a malfunction.

Other interior features

USB charging port

NOTICE

■

To prevent damage to the

USB charging port

●

Do not insert foreign objects into

the port.

●

Do not spill water or other liq-

uids into the port.

●

When the USB charging port

are not in use, close the lids. If a

foreign object or liquid enters a

port may cause a short circuit.

●

Do not apply excessive force to

or impact the USB charging

port.

●

Do not disassemble or modify

the USB charging port.

■

To prevent damage to exter-

nal devices

●

Do not leave external devices in

the vehicle. The temperature

inside the vehicle may become

high, resulting in damage to an

external device.

●

Do not push down on or apply

unnecessary force to an exter-

nal device or the cable of an

external device while it is con-

nected.

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The power outlet can be used
for 12 V accessories that run on
less than 10 A.
Open the console box lid and
open the lid.

■

The power outlet can be used

when

The engine switch is in ACC or ON.

■

When turning the engine switch

off

Disconnect electrical devices with

charging functions, such as mobile

battery packs.

If such devices are left connected,

the engine switch may not be turned

off normally.

A portable device, such as a
smartphone or mobile battery,
can be charged by just placing it
on the charging area, provided
the device is compatible with the
Qi wireless charging standard
created by the Wireless Power
Consortium.
The wireless charger cannot be
used with a portable device that
is larger than the charging area.
Additionally, depending on the
portable device, the wireless
charger may not operate prop-
erly. Refer to the operation man-
ual of the portable device.

■

The “Qi” symbol

The “Qi” symbol is a trademark
of the Wireless Power Consor-
tium.

NOTICE

■

To prevent battery discharge

Do not use the USB charging port

for a long period of time with the

engine stopped.

Power outlets

NOTICE

■

To prevent the fuse from

being blown

Do not use an accessory that

uses more than 12 V 10 A.

■

To avoid damaging the power

outlet

Close the power outlet lid when

the power outlet is not in use.

Foreign objects or liquids that

enter the power outlet may cause

a short circuit.

■

To prevent the battery from

being discharged

Do not use the power outlet lon-

ger than necessary when the

engine is not running.

Wireless charger (if
equipped)

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Name for all parts

Power supply switch
Operation indicator light
Charge area

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Using the wireless charger

1

Press the power supply
switch of the wireless char-
ger.

Pressing the switch again turns the

wireless charger off.

When turned on, the operation indi-

cator light (green) comes on.

When the engine switch is turned

off, the on/off state of the wireless

charger will be memorized.

2

Place a portable device on
the charging area with its
charging surface facing
down.

While charging, the operation indi-

cator light (orange) will be illumi-

nated.

If charging does not begin, move

the portable device as close to the

center of the charging area as pos-

sible.

When charging is complete, the

operation indicator light (green) will

illuminate.

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Recharging function



If a certain amount of time has
elapsed since charging com-
pleted and the portable device
has not been moved, the
wireless charger will restart
charging.



If the portable device is
moved within the charging
area, charging will stop tem-
porarily then restart.

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Operation indicator light status

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: Depending on the portable device, the operation indicator light may stay

illuminated (orange) after charging has completed.



If the operation indicator light blinks

If an error is detected, the operation indicator light will blink (orange). Take
the appropriate measures according to the table below.

■

The wireless charger can be

operated when

The engine switch is in ACC or ON.

■

Portable devices that can be

charged

●

Portable devices compatible with

the Qi wireless charging standard

can be charged by the wireless

charger. However, compatibility

with all devices which meet the Qi

wireless charging standard is not

guaranteed.

●

The wireless charger is designed

to supply low power electricity (5

W or less) to a cellular phone,

smartphone, or other portable

device.

Operation indicator light

State

Off

The Wireless charger is off

Green (illuminated)

Standby (charging is possible)

Charging is complete

*

Orange (illuminated)

A portable device has been placed on the
charging area (identifying the portable
device)

Charging in progress

Operation indicator light Suspected cause

Measure

Blinks (orange) at a one
second interval continu-
ously

Vehicle to charger com-
munication failure.

Contact your Toyota
dealer.

Blinks (orange) 3 times
repeatedly

A foreign object exists
between the portable
device and charging
area.

Remove the foreign
object.

Portable device is not
positioned properly on
the charging area.

Move the portable
device toward the cen-
ter of the charging area.

Blinks (orange) 4 times
repeatedly

The temperature of the
wireless charger is
excessively high.

Stop charging immedi-
ately and continue
charging after a while.

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If a cover or accessory is

attached to the portable device

Do not charge a portable device if a

cover or accessory which is not Qi

compatible is attached. Depending

on the type of cover and/or acces-

sory attached, it may not be possi-

ble to charge the portable device. If

the portable device is placed on the

charging area and does not charge,

remove the cover and/or accesso-

ries.

■

If interference is heard in AM

radio broadcasts while

charging

Turn off the wireless charger and

check if the noise is reduced. If

noise is reduced, press and hold the

power supply switch of the wireless

charger for 2 seconds. The fre-

quency of the wireless charger is

changed and noise may be

reduced. When the frequency is

changed, the operation indicator

light will blink (orange) 2 times.

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Charging precautions

●

If the electronic key cannot be

detected in the cabin, charging

cannot be performed. When a

door is opened and closed,

charging may be temporarily sus-

pended.

●

While charging, the wireless char-

ger and the portable device will

become warm.

This is not a malfunction.If a porta-

ble device becomes warm while

charging and charging stops due

to the protection function of the

portable device, wait until the por-

table device cools down and

charge it again.

■

Sound generated during opera-

tion

When the power supply switch is

turned on or while a portable device

is being identified, operation sounds

may be heard. This is not a malfunc-

tion.

■

Cleaning the wireless charger



P.417

■

Certification for the wireless charger

407

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WARNING

■

Caution while driving

When charging a portable device

while driving, for safety reasons,

the driver should not operate the

portable device.

■

Caution regarding interfer-

ence with electronic devices

People with implantable cardiac

pacemakers, cardiac resynchroni-

zation therapy pacemakers or

implantable cardioverter defibrilla-

tors, as well as any other electri-

cal medical device, should consult

their physician about the usage of

the wireless charger.

Operations of the wireless char-

ger may have an affect on medi-

cal devices.

■

To prevent damage or burns

Observe the following precau-

tions.

Failure to do so may result in the

possibility of fire, equipment fail-

ure or damage, or burns due to

heat.

●

Do not put any metallic objects

between the charging area and

the portable device while

charging.

●

Do not attach metallic objects,

such as aluminum stickers, to

the charging area.

●

Do not cover the wireless char-

ger with a cloth or other object

while charging.

●

Do not attempt to charge porta-

ble devices which are not com-

patible with the Qi wireless

charging standard.

●

Do not disassemble, modify or

remove the wireless charger.

●

Do not apply force or impact to

the wireless charger.

NOTICE

■

Conditions in which the wire-

less charger may not operate

correctly

In the following situations, the

wireless charger may not operate

correctly:

●

When a portable device is fully

charged

●

When there is a foreign object

between the charging area and

portable device

●

When a portable device

becomes hot while charging

●

When a portable device is

placed on the wireless area with

its charging surface facing up

●

When a portable device is not

centered on the charging area

●

When the vehicle is near a TV

tower, electric power plant, gas

station, radio station, large dis-

play, airport or other facility that

generates strong radio waves or

electrical noise

●

When the portable device is in

contact with, or is covered by

any of the following metallic

objects:

• Cards to which aluminum foil is

attached

• Cigarette boxes that have alu-

minum foil inside

• Metallic wallets or bags

• Coins

• Metal hand warmers

• Media such as CDs and DVDs

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To set the visor in the forward
position, flip it down.

2

To set the visor in the side
position, flip down, unhook,
and swing it to the side.

3

To use the side extender,
place the visor in the side
position, then slide it back-
ward.

Slide the cover to open.

The vanity light turns on.

■

To prevent battery discharge

If the vanity lights remain on when

the engine switch is OFF, the lights

will go off automatically after 20 min-

utes.

NOTICE

●

When wireless keys (that emit

radio waves) other than those of

your vehicle are being used

nearby.

If in situations other than above
the wireless charger does not
operate properly or the operation
indicator light is blinking, the wire-
less charger may be malfunction-
ing. Contact your Toyota dealer.

■

To prevent failure or damage

to data

●

Do not bring magnetic cards,

such as a credit card, or mag-

netic recording media, close to

the wireless charger while

charging. Otherwise, data may

be erased due to the influence

of magnetism.

Additionally, do not bring preci-

sion instruments such as wrist

watches, close to the wireless

charger, as such objects may

malfunction.

●

Do not leave portable devices in

the cabin. The temperature

inside the cabin may become

high when parked in the sun,

and cause damage to the

device.

■

To prevent battery discharge

Do not use the wireless charger

for a long period of time with the

engine stopped.

Sun visors

Vanity mirrors

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Fold down the armrest for use.

An assist grip installed on the
ceiling can be used to support
your body while sitting on the
seat.

The coat hooks are provided
with the rear assist grips.

NOTICE

■

To prevent the battery from

being discharged

Do not leave the vanity lights on

for extended periods while the

engine is stopped.

Armrest

NOTICE

■

To prevent damage to the

armrest

Do not apply too much load on the

armrest.

Assist grips

WARNING

■

Assist grip

Do not use the assist grip when

getting in or out of the vehicle or

rising from your seat.

NOTICE

■

To prevent damage to the

assist grip

Do not hang any heavy object or

put a heavy load on the assist

grip.

Coat hooks

WARNING

■

Items that cannot be hung on

the coat hook

Do not hang coat hangers or

other hard or sharp objects on the

hook. If the SRS curtain shield air-

bags deploy, these items may

become projectiles, causing death

or serious injury.

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Maintenance and care

.

7-1. Maintenance and care

Cleaning and protecting the

vehicle exterior . . ..

414

Cleaning and protecting the

vehicle interior . . ...

416

7-2. Maintenance

Maintenance requirements

. . . . . . . . ..

419

General maintenance..

420

Emission inspection and

maintenance (I/M) pro-
grams . . . . . .

423

7-3. Do-it-yourself mainte-

nance

Do-it-yourself service pre-

cautions. . . . . .

425

Hood . . . . . . ...

427

Positioning a floor jack

. . . . . . . . ..

428

Engine compartment...

429

Tires . . . . . . .

436

Tire inflation pressure..

445

Wheels . . . . . .

447

Air conditioning filter.

449

Electronic key battery..

450

Checking and replacing

fuses. . . . . . ..

452

Light bulbs. . . . ...

455

414

7-1. Maintenance and care

COROLLA H/B_U

7-1.Maintenance and care



Working from top to bottom,
liberally apply water to the
vehicle body, wheel wells and
underside of the vehicle to
remove any dirt and dust.



Wash the vehicle body using
a sponge or soft cloth, such
as a chamois.



For hard-to-remove marks,
use car wash soap and rinse
thoroughly with water.



Wipe away any water.



Wax the vehicle when the
waterproof coating deterio-
rates.

If water does not bead on a clean
surface, apply wax when the vehi-
cle body is cool.

■

Automatic car washes

●

Fold the mirrors before washing

the vehicle. Start washing from the

front of the vehicle. Make sure to

extend the mirrors before driving.

●

Brushes used in automatic car

washes may scratch the vehicle

surface and harm your vehicle’s

paint.

●

In certain automatic car washes,

the rear spoiler may interfere with

machine operation. This may pre-

vent the vehicle from being

cleaned properly or result in dam-

age to the rear spoiler.

■

High pressure car washes

As water may enter the cabin, do

not bring the nozzle tip near the

gaps around the doors or perimeter

of the windows, or spray these

areas continuously.

■

When using a car wash

If the door handle becomes wet

while the electronic key is within the

effective range, the door may lock

and unlock repeatedly. In that case,

follow the following correction pro-

cedures to wash the vehicle:

●

Place the key in a position 6 ft. (2

m) or more separate from the

vehicle while the vehicle is being

washed. (Take care to ensure that

the key is not stolen.)

●

Set the electronic key to bat-

tery-saving mode to disable the

smart key system. (



P.109)

■

Aluminum wheels (if equipped)

●

Remove any dirt immediately by

using a neutral detergent.

●

Wash detergent off with water

immediately after use.

●

To protect the paint from damage,

make sure to observe the follow-

ing precautions.

• Do not use acidic, alkaline or

abrasive detergent

• Do not use hard brushes

• Do not use detergent on the

wheels when they are hot, such

as after driving or parking in hot

weather

■

Bumpers

Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners.

■

Plated portions

If dirt cannot be removed, clean the

parts as follows:

●

Use a soft cloth dampened with an

approximately 5% solution of neu-

Cleaning and protect-

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rior

Perform cleaning in a man-
ner appropriate to each
component and its material.

Cleaning instructions

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tral detergent and water to clean

the dirt off.

●

Wipe the surface with a dry, soft

cloth to remove any remaining

moisture.

●

To remove oily deposits, use alco-

hol wet wipes or a similar product.

WARNING

■

When washing the vehicle

Do not apply water to the inside of

the engine compartment. Doing

so may cause the electrical com-

ponents, etc. to catch fire.

■

Precautions regarding the

exhaust pipe

Exhaust gasses cause the

exhaust pipe to become quite hot.

When washing the vehicle, be

careful not to touch the pipe until it

has cooled sufficiently, as touch-

ing a hot exhaust pipe can cause

burns.

■

Precaution regarding the rear

bumper with Blind Spot Moni-

tor (if equipped)

If the paint of the rear bumper is

chipped or scratched, the system

may malfunction. If this occurs,

consult your Toyota dealer.

NOTICE

■

To prevent paint deteriora-

tion and corrosion on the

body and components (alumi-

num wheels, etc.)

●

Wash the vehicle immediately in

the following cases:

• After driving near the sea coast

• After driving on salted roads

• If coal tar or tree sap is present

on the paint surface

• If dead insects, insect droppings

or bird droppings are present on

the paint surface

• After driving in an area contami-

nated with soot, oily smoke,

mine dust, iron powder or chem-

ical substances

• If the vehicle becomes heavily

soiled with dust or mud

• If liquids such as benzene and

gasoline are spilled on the paint

surface

●

If the paint is chipped or

scratched, have it repaired

immediately.

●

To prevent the wheels from cor-

roding, remove any dirt and

store in a place with low humid-

ity when storing the wheels.

■

Cleaning the exterior lights

●

Wash carefully. Do not use

organic substances or scrub

with a hard brush.

This may damage the surfaces

of the lights.

●

Do not apply wax to the sur-

faces of the lights.

Wax may cause damage to the

lenses.

■

When using a high pressure

car wash

●

When washing the vehicle, do

not spray the camera or its sur-

rounding area directly with a

high pressure washer. Shock

applied from high pressure

water may cause the device to

not operate normally.

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

Remove dirt and dust using a
vacuum cleaner. Wipe dirty
surfaces with a cloth damp-
ened with lukewarm water.



If dirt cannot be removed,
wipe it off with a soft cloth
dampened with neutral deter-
gent diluted to approximately
1%.
Wring out any excess water
from the cloth and thoroughly
wipe off remaining traces of
detergent and water.

■

Shampooing the carpets

There are several commercial foam-

ing-type cleaners available. Use a

sponge or brush to apply the foam.

Rub in overlapping circles. Do not

use water. Wipe dirty surfaces and

let them dry. Excellent results are

obtained by keeping the carpet as

dry as possible.

■

Handling the seat belts

Clean with mild soap and lukewarm

water using a cloth or sponge. Also

check the belts periodically for

excessive wear, fraying or cuts.

NOTICE

●

Do not bring the nozzle tip close

to boots (rubber or resin manu-

factured cover), connectors or

the following parts. The parts

may be damaged if they come

into contact with high-pressure

water.

• Traction related parts

• Steering parts

• Suspension parts

• Brake parts

●

Keep the cleaning nozzle at

least 11.9 in. (30 cm) away from

the vehicles body. Otherwise

resin section, such as moldings

and bumpers, may be deformed

and damaged. Also, do not con-

tinuously hold the nozzle in the

same place.

●

Do not spray the lower part of

the windshield continuously. If

water enters the air conditioning

system intake located near the

lower part of the windshield, the

air conditioning system may not

operate correctly.

Cleaning and protect-

ing the vehicle interior

Perform cleaning in a man-
ner appropriate to each
component and its material.

Protecting the vehicle
interior

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WARNING

■

Water in the vehicle

●

Do not splash or spill liquid in

the vehicle.

Doing so may cause electrical

components, etc. to malfunc-

tion or catch fire.

●

Do not get any of the SRS com-

ponents or wiring in the vehicle

interior wet.

(



P.29)

An electrical malfunction may

cause the airbags to deploy or

not function properly, resulting

in death or serious injury.

●

Vehicles with wireless charger:

Do not let the wireless charger

(



P.403) get wet. Failure to do

so may cause the charger to

become hot and cause burns or

could cause electric shock

resulting in death or serious

injury.

■

Cleaning the interior (espe-

cially instrument panel)

Do not use polish wax or polish

cleaner. The instrument panel

may reflect off the windshield,

obstructing the driver’s view and

leading to an accident, resulting in

death or serious injury.

NOTICE

■

Cleaning detergents

●

Do not use the following types

of detergent, as they may dis-

color the vehicle interior or

cause streaks or damage to

painted surfaces:

• Non-seat portions: Organic sub-

stances such as benzene or

gasoline, alkaline or acidic solu-

tions, dye, and bleach

• Seats: Alkaline or acidic solu-

tions, such as thinner, benzene,

and alcohol

●

Do not use polish wax or polish

cleaner. The instrument panel’s

or other interior part’s painted

surface may be damaged.

■

Preventing damage to leather

surfaces

Observe the following precautions

to avoid damage to and deteriora-

tion of leather surfaces:

●

Remove any dust or dirt from

leather surfaces immediately.

●

Do not expose the vehicle to

direct sunlight for extended peri-

ods of time. Park the vehicle in

the shade, especially during

summer.

●

Do not place items made of

vinyl, plastic, or containing wax

on the upholstery, as they may

stick to the leather surface if the

vehicle interior heats up signifi-

cantly.

■

Water on the floor

Do not wash the vehicle floor with

water.

Vehicle systems such as the

audio system may be damaged if

water comes into contact with

electrical components such as the

audio system above or under the

floor of the vehicle. Water may

also cause the body to rust.

■

When cleaning the inside of

the windshield

Do not allow glass cleaner to con-

tact the lens. Also, do not touch

the lens. (



P.172)

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

Remove dirt using a
water-dampened soft cloth or
synthetic chamois.



Wipe the surface with a dry,
soft cloth to remove any
remaining moisture.

■

Cleaning the areas with

satin-finish metal accents

The metal areas use a layer of real

metal for the surface. It is necessary

to clean them regularly. If dirty areas

are left uncleaned for long periods

of time, they may be difficult to

clean.



Remove dirt and dust using a
vacuum cleaner.



Wipe off any excess dirt and
dust with a soft cloth damp-
ened with diluted detergent.

Use a diluted water solution of
approximately 5% neutral wool
detergent.



Wring out any excess water
from the cloth and thoroughly
wipe off all remaining traces
of detergent.



Wipe the surface with a dry,
soft cloth to remove any
remaining moisture. Allow the
leather to dry in a shaded and
ventilated area.

■

Caring for leather areas

Toyota recommends cleaning the

interior of the vehicle at least twice a

year to maintain the quality of the

vehicle’s interior.



Remove dirt and dust using a
vacuum cleaner.



Wipe it off with a soft cloth
dampened with neutral deter-
gent diluted to approximately
1%.



Wring out any excess water
from the cloth and thoroughly
wipe off remaining traces of
detergent and water.

NOTICE

■

Cleaning the inside of the rear

window

●

Do not use glass cleaner to

clean the rear window, as this

may cause damage to the rear

window defogger heater wires

or antenna. Use a cloth damp-

ened with lukewarm water to

gently wipe the window clean.

Wipe the window in strokes run-

ning parallel to the heater wires

or antenna.

●

Be careful not to scratch or

damage the heater wires or

antenna.

Cleaning the areas with
satin-finish metal accents

Cleaning the leather areas

Cleaning the synthetic
leather areas

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■

Repair and replacement

It is recommended that genuine

Toyota parts be used for repairs to

ensure performance of each sys-

tem. If non-Toyota parts are used in

replacement or if a repair shop other

than a Toyota dealer performs

repairs, confirm the warranty cover-

age.

■

Allow inspection and repairs to

be performed by a Toyota

dealer

●

Toyota technicians are

well-trained specialists and are

kept up to date with the latest ser-

vice information. They are well

informed about the operation of all

systems on your vehicle.

●

Keep a copy of the repair order. It

proves that the maintenance that

has been performed is under war-

ranty coverage. If any problem

should arise while your vehicle is

under warranty, your Toyota

dealer will promptly take care of it.

General maintenance should be
performed on a daily basis. This
can be done by yourself or by a
Toyota dealer.

Scheduled maintenance should
be performed at specified inter-
vals according to the mainte-
nance schedule.

For details about maintenance
items and schedules, refer to the
“Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or
“Owner’s Manual Supplement”.

Maintenance require-

ments

To ensure safe and econom-
ical driving, day-to-day care
and regular maintenance
are essential. It is the
owner’s responsibility to
perform regular checks.
Toyota recommends the
maintenance below.

WARNING

■

If your vehicle is not properly

maintained

Improper maintenance could

result in serious damage to the

vehicle and possible death or seri-

ous injury.

■

Handling of the battery

●

Engine exhaust, some of its

constituents, and a wide variety

of automobile components con-

tain or emit chemicals known to

the State of California to cause

cancer and birth defects and

other reproductive harm. Work

in a well ventilated area.

●

Oils, fuels and fluids contained

in vehicles as well as waste pro-

duced by component wear con-

tain or emit chemicals known to

the State of California to cause

cancer and birth defects or

other reproductive harm. Avoid

exposure and wash any

affected area immediately.

●

Battery posts, terminals and

related accessories contain lead

and lead compounds which are

known to cause brain damage.

Wash your hands after han-

dling. (



P.433)

General maintenance

Scheduled maintenance

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■

Resetting the message indicat-

ing maintenance is required

After the required maintenance is

performed according to the mainte-

nance schedule, please reset the

message.

To reset the message, follow the

procedure described below:

1

Press

or

of the meter

control switch to select

.

2

Press

or

to select “Vehi-

cle Settings” and then press and
hold

.

3

Press

or

to select

“Scheduled Maintenance” and
then press

.

4

Press

or

to select “Yes”

and then press

.

A message will be displayed on the

multi-information display when the

reset procedure has been com-

pleted.

You can perform some mainte-
nance procedures by yourself.
Please be aware that do-it-your-
self maintenance may affect
warranty coverage.

The use of Toyota repair manuals is
recommended.
For details about warranty cover-
age, refer to the separate “Owner’s
Warranty Information Booklet” or
“Owner’s Manual Supplement”.

Do-it-yourself mainte-
nance

General maintenance

Listed below are the general
maintenance items that
should be performed at the
intervals specified in the
“Owner’s Warranty Informa-
tion Booklet” or “Owner’s
Manual Supplement/Sched-
uled Maintenance Guide”. It
is recommended that any
problem you notice should
be brought to the attention
of your Toyota dealer or
qualified service shop for
advice.

WARNING

■

If the engine is running

Turn the engine off and ensure

that there is adequate ventilation

before performing maintenance

checks.

Engine compartment

Items

Check points

Battery

Check the connec-
tions. (



P.433)

Brake fluid

Is the brake fluid at
the correct level?
(



P.432)

Engine coolant

Is the engine cool-
ant at the correct
level? (



P.431)

Engine oil

Is the engine oil at
the correct level?
(



P.429)

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Exhaust sys-
tem

There should not
be any fumes or
strange sounds.

Radiator/con-
denser

The radiator and
condenser should
be free from for-
eign objects.
(



P.432)

Washer fluid

Is there sufficient
washer fluid?
(



P.435)

Vehicle interior

Items

Check points

Accelerator
pedal

• The accelerator

pedal should
move smoothly
(without uneven
pedal effort or
catching).

Continuously
variable trans-
mission “Park”
mechanism

• When parked on

a slope and the
shift lever is in P,
is the vehicle
securely
stopped?

Items

Check points

Brake pedal

• Does the brake

pedal move
smoothly?

• Does the brake

pedal have
appropriate
clearance from
the floor?
(



P.514)

• Does the brake

pedal have the
correct amount
of free play?
(



P.514)

Clutch pedal

• Does the clutch

pedal move
smoothly?

• Does the clutch

pedal have
appropriate
clearance from
the floor?
(



P.514)

• Does the clutch

pedal have the
correct amount
of free play?
(



P.514)

Items

Check points

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Brakes

• The vehicle

should not pull to
one side when
the brakes are
applied.

• The brakes

should work
effectively.

• The brake pedal

should not feel
spongy.

• The brake pedal

should not get
too close to the
floor when the
brakes are
applied.

Head
restraints

• Do the head

restraints move
smoothly and
lock securely?

Indica-
tors/buzzers

• Do the indica-

tors and buzzers
function prop-
erly?

Lights

• Do all the lights

come on?

Parking brake

• Does the park-

ing brake oper-
ate normally?

• When parked on

a slope and the
parking brake is
on, is the vehicle
securely
stopped?

Items

Check points

Seat belts

• Do the seat belts

operate
smoothly?

• The seat belts

should not be
damaged.

Seats

• Do the seat con-

trols operate
properly?

Steering wheel

• Does the steer-

ing wheel rotate
smoothly?

• Does the steer-

ing wheel have
the correct
amount of free
play?

• There should not

be any strange
sounds coming
from the steer-
ing wheel.

Vehicle exterior

Items

Check points

Doors

• Do the doors

operate
smoothly?

Engine hood

• Does the engine

hood lock system
work properly?

Fluid leaks

• There should not

be any signs of
fluid leakage
after the vehicle
has been parked.

Items

Check points

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The OBD system determines
that a problem exists some-
where in the emission control
system. Your vehicle may not
pass the I/M test and may need
to be repaired. Contact your
Toyota dealer to service the
vehicle.



When the battery is discon-
nected or discharged

Readiness codes that are set
during ordinary driving are erased.
Also, depending on your driving
habits, the readiness codes may
not be completely set.



When the fuel tank cap is
loose

Tires

• Is the tire infla-

tion pressure
correct?

• The tires should

not be damaged
or excessively
worn.

• Have the tires

been rotated
according to the
maintenance
schedule?

• The wheel nuts

should not be
loose.

Windshield
wipers/rear
window wiper

• The wiper blades

should not show
any signs of
cracking, split-
ting, wear, con-
tamination or
deformation.

• The wiper blades

should clear the
windshield/rear
window without
streaking or skip-
ping.

Items

Check points

Emission inspection

and maintenance (I/M)

programs

Some states have vehicle
emission inspection pro-
grams which include OBD
(On Board Diagnostics)
checks. The OBD system
monitors the operation of
the emission control sys-
tem.

If the malfunction indica-
tor lamp comes on

Your vehicle may not pass
the I/M test in the follow-
ing situations:

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The malfunction indicator lamp
comes on indicating a temporary
malfunction and your vehicle may
not pass the I/M test.

The error code in the OBD sys-
tem will not be cleared unless
the vehicle is driven 40 or more
times.

Contact your Toyota dealer to
prepare the vehicle for re-test-
ing.

When the malfunction
indicator lamp still
remains on after several
driving trips

If your vehicle does not
pass the I/M test

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Do-it-yourself service

precautions

If you perform maintenance
by yourself, be sure to fol-
low the correct procedure
as given in these sections.

Maintenance

Items

Parts and tools

Battery
condition
(



P.433)

• Warm water
• Baking soda
• Grease
• Conventional

wrench (for terminal
clamp bolts)

Brake fluid
level
(



P.432)

• FMVSS No.116

DOT 3 or SAE
J1703 brake fluid

• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only

for adding brake
fluid)

Engine
coolant
level
(



P.431)

• “Toyota Super Long

Life Coolant” or a
similar high quality
ethylene gly-
col-based non-sili-
cate, non-amine,
non-nitrite and
non-borate coolant
with long-life hybrid
organic acid tech-
nology
For the U.S.A.:
“Toyota Super Long
Life Coolant” is
pre-mixed with 50%
coolant and 50%
deionized water.
For Canada:
“Toyota Super Long
Life Coolant” is
pre-mixed with 55%
coolant and 45%
deionized water.

• Funnel (used only

for adding coolant)

Engine oil
level
(



P.429)

• “Toyota Genuine

Motor Oil” or equiva-
lent

• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only

for adding engine
oil)

Fuses
(



P.452)

• Fuse with same

amperage rating as
original

Light bulbs
(



P.455)

• Bulb with same

number and wattage
rating as original

• Flathead screw-

driver

• Wrench

Items

Parts and tools

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Radiator
and con-
denser
(



P.432)



Tire infla-
tion pres-
sure
(



P.445)

• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air

source

Washer
fluid
(



P.435)

• Water or washer

fluid containing anti-
freeze (for winter
use)

• Funnel (used only

for adding water or
washer fluid)

WARNING

The engine compartment contains

many mechanisms and fluids that

may move suddenly, become hot,

or become electrically energized.

To avoid death or serious injury,

observe the following precautions.

■

When working on the engine

compartment

●

Keep hands, clothing and tools

away from the moving fan and

engine drive belt.

●

Be careful not to touch the

engine, radiator, exhaust mani-

fold, etc. right after driving as

they may be hot. Oil and other

fluids may also be hot.

●

Do not leave anything that may

burn easily, such as paper and

rags, in the engine compart-

ment.

●

Do not smoke, cause sparks or

expose an open flame to fuel.

Fuel fumes are flammable.

Items

Parts and tools

●

Be extremely cautious when

working on the battery. It con-

tains poisonous and corrosive

sulfuric acid.

■

When working near the elec-

tric cooling fan or radiator

grille

Be sure the engine switch is off.

With the engine switch in ON, the

electric cooling fan may automati-

cally start to run if the air condi-

tioning is on and/or the coolant

temperature is high. (



P.432)

■

Safety glasses

Wear safety glasses to prevent

flying or falling material, fluid

spray, etc. from getting in your

eyes.

NOTICE

■

If you remove the air cleaner

filter

Driving with the air cleaner filter

removed may cause excessive

engine wear due to dirt in the air.

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1

Pull the hood lock release
lever.

The hood will pop up slightly.

2

Pull the auxiliary catch lever
to the left and lift the hood.

3

Hold the hood open by insert-
ing the support rod into the
slot.

Hood

Opening the hood

WARNING

■

Pre-driving check

Check that the hood is fully closed

and locked.

If the hood is not locked properly,

it may open while the vehicle is in

motion and cause an accident,

which may result in death or seri-

ous injury.

■

After installing the support

rod into the slot

Make sure the rod supports the

hood securely preventing it from

falling down onto your head or

body.

NOTICE

■

When closing the hood

Be sure to return the support rod

to its clip before closing the hood.

Closing the hood with the support

rod not clipped could cause the

hood to bend.

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Front

■

Rear

Positioning a floor

jack

When using a floor jack, fol-
low the instructions in the
manual provided with the
jack and perform the opera-
tion safely.
When raising your vehicle
with a floor jack, position
the jack correctly. Improper
placement may damage
your vehicle or cause injury.

Location of the jack point

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Washer fluid tank (



P.435)

Engine coolant reservoir (



P.429)

Fuse boxes (



P.452)

Engine oil filler cap (



P.430)

Engine oil level dipstick (



P.429)

Battery (



P.433)

Brake fluid reservoir (



P.432)

Radiator (



P.432)

Condenser (



P.432)

Electric cooling fan

With the engine at operating
temperature and turned off,
check the oil level on the dip-

stick.

■

Checking the engine oil

1

Park the vehicle on level
ground. After warming up the
engine and turning it off, wait

Engine compartment

Components

Checking and adding the
engine oil

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more than 5 minutes for the
oil to drain back into the bot-
tom of the engine.

2

Holding a rag under the end,
pull the dipstick out.

3

Wipe the dipstick clean.

4

Reinsert the dipstick fully.

5

Holding a rag under the end,
pull the dipstick out and
check the oil level.

Low
Normal
Excessive

The shape of the dipstick may differ

depending on the type of vehicle or

engine.

6

Wipe the dipstick and reinsert
it fully.

■

Checking the oil type and
preparing the item needed

Make sure to check the oil type
and prepare the items needed
before adding oil.



Engine oil selection



P.511



Oil quantity (Low



Full)

1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 Imp. qt.)



Item
Clean funnel

■

Adding engine oil

If the oil level is below or near
the low level mark, add engine
oil of the same type as that
already in the engine.

1

Remove the oil filler cap by
turning it counterclockwise.

2

Add engine oil slowly, check-
ing the dipstick.

3

Install the oil filler cap by
turning it clockwise.

■

Engine oil consumption

A certain amount of engine oil will

be consumed while driving. In the

following situations, oil consump-

tion may increase, and engine oil

may need to be refilled in between

oil maintenance intervals.

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●

When the engine is new, for

example directly after purchasing

the vehicle or after replacing the

engine

●

If low quality oil or oil of an inap-

propriate viscosity is used

●

When driving at high engine

speeds or with a heavy load, or

when driving while accelerating or

decelerating frequently

●

When leaving the engine idling for

a long time, or when driving fre-

quently through heavy traffic

The coolant level is satisfactory
if it is between the “MAX” and
“MIN” lines on the reservoir
when the engine is cold.

Reservoir cap
“MAX” line
“MIN” line

If the level is on or below the “MIN”
line, add coolant up to the “MAX”
line. (



P.506)

■

Coolant selection

Only use “Toyota Super Long Life

Coolant” or a similar high quality

ethylene glycol based non-silicate,

non-amine, non-nitrite, and

non-borate coolant with long-life

hybrid organic acid technology.
U.S.A.:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is

a mixture of 50% coolant and 50%

deionized water. (Minimum tem-

WARNING

■

Used engine oil

●

Used engine oil contains poten-

tially harmful contaminants

which may cause skin disorders

such as inflammation and skin

cancer, so care should be taken

to avoid prolonged and

repeated contact. To remove

used engine oil from your skin,

wash thoroughly with soap and

water.

●

Dispose of used oil and filters

only in a safe and acceptable

manner. Do not dispose of used

oil and filters in household trash,

in sewers or onto the ground.

Call your Toyota dealer, service

station or auto parts store for

information concerning recy-

cling or disposal.

●

Do not leave used engine oil

within the reach of children.

NOTICE

■

To prevent serious engine

damage

Check the oil level on a regular

basis.

■

When replacing the engine oil

●

Be careful not to spill engine oil

on the vehicle components.

●

Avoid overfilling, or the engine

could be damaged.

●

Check the oil level on the dip-

stick every time you refill the

vehicle.

●

Be sure the engine oil filler cap

is properly tightened.

Checking the engine cool-
ant

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perature: -31°F [-35°C])
Canada:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is

a mixture of 55% coolant and 45%

deionized water. (Minimum tem-

perature: -44°F [-42°C])
For more details about coolant, con-

tact your Toyota dealer.

■

If the coolant level drops within

a short time of replenishing

Visually check the radiator, hoses,

engine coolant reservoir caps, drain

cock and water pump.

If you cannot find a leak, have your

Toyota dealer test the cap and

check for leaks in the cooling sys-

tem.

Check the radiator and con-

denser and clear away any for-
eign objects. If either of the
above parts is extremely dirty or
you are not sure of their condi-
tion, have your vehicle
inspected by your Toyota dealer.

■

Checking fluid level

The brake fluid level should be
between the “MAX” and “MIN”
lines on the tank.

WARNING

■

When the engine is hot

Do not remove the engine coolant

reservoir cap. (



P.507)

The cooling system may be under

pressure and may spray hot cool-

ant if the cap is removed, causing

serious injuries, such as burns.

NOTICE

■

When adding coolant

Coolant is neither plain water nor

straight antifreeze. The correct

mixture of water and antifreeze

must be used to provide proper

lubrication, corrosion protection

and cooling. Be sure to read the

antifreeze or coolant label.

■

If you spill coolant

Be sure to wash it off with water to

prevent it from damaging parts or

paint.

Checking the radiator and
condenser

WARNING

■

When the engine is hot

Do not touch the radiator or con-

denser as they may be hot and

cause serious injuries, such as

burns.

Checking and adding the
brake fluid

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Adding fluid

1

Slide and lift up the rubber
strip to partly remove it as
shown.

2

Disconnect the claws and
remove the service cover.

3

Remove the reservoir cap.

4

Add brake fluid slowly while
checking the fluid level.

Make sure to check the fluid
type and prepare the necessary
item.



Fluid type

FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE
J1703 brake fluid



Item

Clean funnel

■

Brake fluid can absorb moisture

from the air

Excess moisture in the brake fluid

can cause a dangerous loss of brak-

ing efficiency. Use only newly

opened brake fluid.

Check the battery as follows.

■

Battery exterior

Make sure that the battery termi-
nals are not corroded and that
there are no loose connections,
cracks, or loose clamps.

WARNING

■

When filling the reservoir

Take care as brake fluid can harm

your hands and eyes and damage

painted surfaces.

If fluid gets on your hands or in

your eyes, flush the affected area

with clean water immediately.
If you still experience discomfort,

see a doctor.

NOTICE

■

If the fluid level is low or high

It is normal for the brake fluid level

to go down slightly as the brake

pads wear out or when the fluid

level in the accumulator is high.

If the reservoir needs frequent

refilling, there may be a serious

problem.

Battery

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Terminals
Hold-down clamp

■

Before recharging

When recharging, the battery pro-

duces hydrogen gas which is flam-

mable and explosive. Therefore,

observe the following precautions

before recharging:

●

If recharging with the battery

installed on the vehicle, be sure to

disconnect the ground cable.

●

Make sure the charger is off when

connecting and disconnecting the

charger cables to the battery.

■

After recharging/reconnecting

the battery

●

Unlocking the doors using the

smart key system may not be pos-

sible immediately after reconnect-

ing the battery. If this happens,

use the wireless remote control or

the mechanical key to lock/unlock

the doors.

●

Start the engine with the engine

switch in ACC. The engine may

not start with the engine switch

turned off. However, the engine

will operate normally from the sec-

ond attempt.

●

The engine switch mode is

recorded by the vehicle. If the bat-

tery is reconnected, the vehicle

will return the engine switch mode

to the status it was in before the

battery was disconnected. Make

sure to turn off the engine before

disconnecting the battery. Take

extra care when connecting the

battery if the engine switch mode

prior to discharge is unknown.

If the system will not start even after

multiple attempts, contact your Toy-

ota dealer.

WARNING

■

Chemicals in the battery

The battery contains poisonous

and corrosive sulfuric acid and

may produce hydrogen gas which

is flammable and explosive. To

reduce the risk of death or serious

injury, take the following precau-

tions while working on or near the

battery:

●

Do not cause sparks by touch-

ing the battery terminals with

tools.

●

Do not smoke or light a match

near the battery.

●

Avoid contact with eyes, skin

and clothes.

●

Never inhale or swallow electro-

lyte.

●

Wear protective safety glasses

when working near the battery.

●

Keep children away from the

battery.

■

Where to safely charge the

battery

Always charge the battery in an

open area. Do not charge the bat-

tery in a garage or closed room

where there is insufficient ventila-

tion.

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Except for Canada

If the washer fluid level is at
“LOW”, add washer fluid.



For Canada

Add washer fluid in the following
situations:



A washer does not work.



The warning message
appears on the multi-informa-
tion display.

■

Using the gauge (Except for

Canada)

The washer fluid level can be

checked by observing the position

of the level on the liquid-covered

holes in the gauge.

If the level falls below the second

hole from the bottom (the “LOW”

position), refill the washer fluid.

WARNING

■

Emergency measures regard-

ing electrolyte

●

If electrolyte gets in your eyes

Flush your eyes with clean

water for at least 15 minutes

and get immediate medical

attention. If possible, continue

to apply water with a sponge or

cloth while traveling to the near-

est medical facility.

●

If electrolyte gets on your skin

Wash the affected area thor-

oughly. If you feel pain or burn-

ing, get medical attention

immediately.

●

If electrolyte gets on your

clothes

It can soak through clothing on

to your skin. Immediately take

off the clothing and follow the

procedure above if necessary.

●

If you accidentally swallow elec-

trolyte

Drink a large quantity of water

or milk. Get emergency medical

attention immediately.

■

When disconnecting the bat-

tery

Do not disconnect the negative (-)

terminal on the body side. The

disconnected negative (-) terminal

may touch the positive (+) termi-

nal, which may cause a short and

result in death or serious injury.

NOTICE

■

When recharging the battery

Never recharge the battery while

the engine is running. Also, be

sure all accessories are turned

off.

Adding the washer fluid

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Current fluid level

Check if the treadwear indica-
tors are showing on the tires.
Also check the tires for uneven
wear, such as excessive wear
on one side of the tread.
Check the spare tire condition
and pressure if not rotated.

New tread
Worn tread
Treadwear indicator

The location of treadwear indicators
is shown by a “TWI” or “

” mark,

WARNING

■

When adding washer fluid

Do not add washer fluid when the

engine is hot or running as

washer fluid contains alcohol and

may catch fire if spilled on the

engine, etc.

NOTICE

■

Do not use any fluid other

than washer fluid

Do not use soapy water or engine

antifreeze instead of washer fluid.

Doing so may cause streaking on

the vehicle’s painted surfaces, as

well as damaging the pump lead-

ing to problems of the washer

fluid not spraying.

■

Diluting washer fluid

Dilute washer fluid with water as

necessary.

Refer to the freezing tempera-

tures listed on the label of the

washer fluid bottle.

Tires

Replace or rotate tires in
accordance with mainte-
nance schedules and tread-
wear.

Checking tires

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etc., molded into the sidewall of
each tire.
Replace the tires if the treadwear
indicators are showing on a tire.

■

When to replace your vehicle’s

tires

Tires should be replaced if:

●

The treadwear indicators are

showing on a tire.

●

You have tire damage such as

cuts, splits, cracks deep enough

to expose the fabric, and bulges

indicating internal damage

●

A tire goes flat repeatedly or can-

not be properly repaired due to the

size or location of a cut or other

damage

If you are not sure, consult with your

Toyota dealer.

■

Tire life

Any tire over 6 years old must be

checked by a qualified technician

even if it has seldom or never been

used or damage is not obvious.

■

Low profile tires (18-inch tires)

Generally, low profile tires will wear

more rapidly and tire grip perfor-

mance will be reduced on snowy

and/or icy roads when compared to

standard tires. Be sure to use snow

tires or tire chains on snowy and/or

icy roads and drive carefully at a

speed appropriate for road and

weather conditions.

■

Maximum load of tire

Check that the maximum load of the

replacement tire is greater than 1/2

of the Gross Axle Weight Ratings

(GAWR) of either the front axle or

the rear axle, whichever is greater.
For the GAWR, see the Certification

Label.

For the maximum load of the tire,

see the load limit at maximum cold

tire inflation pressure mentioned on

the sidewall of the tire. (



P.520)

■

Tire types

●

Summer tires

Summer tires are high-speed perfor-
mance tires best suited to highway
driving under dry conditions. Since
summer tires do not have the same
traction performance as snow tires,
summer tires are inadequate for
driving on snow-covered or icy
roads. For driving on snow-covered
roads or icy roads, the use of snow
tires is recommended. When install-
ing snow tires, be sure to replace all
four tires.

●

All season tires

All season tires are designed to pro-
vide better traction in snow and to
be adequate for driving in most win-
ter conditions as well as for use
year-round. All season tires, how-
ever, do not have adequate traction
performance compared with snow
tires in heavy or loose snow. Also,
all season tires fall short in accelera-
tion and handling performance com-
pared with summer tires in highway
driving.

●

Snow tires

For driving on snow-covered roads
or icy roads, we recommend using
snow tires. If you need snow tires,
select tires of the same size, con-
struction and load capacity as the
originally installed tires. Since your
vehicle has radial tires as original
equipment, make sure your snow

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tires also have radial construction.
Do not install studded tires without
first checking local regulations for
possible restrictions. Snow tires
should be installed on all wheels.
(



P.246)

■

If the tread on snow tires wears

down below 0.16 in. (4 mm)

The effectiveness of the tires as

snow tires is lost.

■

Checking the tire valves

When replacing the tires, check the

tire valves for deformation, cracks,

and other damage.

Rotate the tires in the order
shown.

WARNING

■

When inspecting or replacing

tires

Observe the following precautions

to prevent accidents.

Failure to do so may cause dam-

age to parts of the drive train as

well as dangerous handling char-

acteristics, which may lead to an

accident resulting in death or seri-

ous injury.

●

Do not mix tires of different

makes, models or tread pat-

terns.

Also, do not mix tires of remark-

ably different treadwear.

●

Do not use tire sizes other than

those recommended by Toyota.

●

Do not mix differently con-

structed tires (radial, bias-belted

or bias-ply tires).

●

Do not mix summer, all season

and snow tires.

●

Do not use tires that have been

used on another vehicle.

Do not use tires if you do not

know how they were used previ-

ously.

NOTICE

■

Low profile tires (18-inch

tires)

Low profile tires may cause

greater damage than usual to the

tire wheel when sustaining impact

from the road surface. Therefore,

pay attention to the following:

●

Be sure to use proper tire infla-

tion pressure. If tires are

under-inflated, they may be

damaged more severely.

●

Avoid potholes, uneven pave-

ment, curbs and other road haz-

ards. Failure to do so may lead

to severe tire and wheel dam-

age.

■

If tire inflation pressure of

each tire becomes low while

driving

Do not continue driving, or your

tires and/or wheels may be

ruined.

■

Driving on rough roads

Take particular care when driving

on roads with loose surfaces or

potholes.

These conditions may cause

losses in tire inflation pressure,

reducing the cushioning ability of

the tires. In addition, driving on

rough roads may cause damage

to the tires themselves, as well as

the vehicle’s wheels and body.

Tire rotation

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Front

To equalize tire wear and extend
tire life, Toyota recommends that
tire rotation is carried out at the
same interval as tire inspection.
Do not fail to initialize the tire pres-
sure warning system after tire rota-
tion.

Your vehicle is equipped with a
tire pressure warning system
that uses tire pressure warning
valves and transmitters to detect
low tire inflation pressure before
serious problems arise.
If the tire pressure drops below
a predetermined level, the driver
is warned by a warning light.
(



P.472)

■

Routine tire inflation pressure

checks

The tire pressure warning system

does not replace routine tire inflation

pressure checks. Make sure to

check tire inflation pressure as part

of your routine of daily vehicle

checks.

■

Situations in which the tire

pressure warning system may

not operate properly

●

In the following cases, the tire

pressure warning system may not

operate properly.

• If non-genuine Toyota wheels are

used.

• A tire has been replaced with a

tire that is not an OE (Original

Equipment) tire.

• A tire has been replaced with a

tire that is not of the specified size.

• Tire chains, etc. are equipped.

• An auxiliary-supported run-flat tire

is equipped.

• If a window tint that affects the

radio wave signals is installed.

• If there is a lot of snow or ice on

the vehicle, particularly around the

wheels or wheel housings.

• If the tire inflation pressure is

extremely higher than the speci-

fied level.

• If tires not equipped with tire pres-

sure warning valves and transmit-

ters are used.

• If the ID code on the tire pressure

warning valves and transmitters is

not registered in the tire pressure

warning computer.

●

Performance may be affected in

the following situations.

• Near a TV tower, electric power

plant, gas station, radio station,

large display, airport or other facil-

ity that generates strong radio

waves or electrical noise.

• When carrying a portable radio,

cellular phone, cordless phone or

other wireless communication

device.

●

When the vehicle is parked, the

time taken for the warning to start

or go off could be extended.

●

When tire inflation pressure

declines rapidly for example when

a tire has burst, the warning may

not function.

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Warning performance of the tire

pressure warning system

The warning of the tire pressure

warning system will change in

accordance with driving conditions.

For this reason, the system may

give a warning even if the tire pres-

sure does not reach a low enough

level, or if the pressure is higher

than the pressure that was adjusted

to when the system was initialized.

■

Tire pressure warning system certification



For vehicles sold in the U.S.A., Hawaii, Guam and Puerto Rico

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For vehicles sold in Canada

When replacing tires or wheels,
tire pressure warning valves and
transmitters must also be
installed.
When new tire pressure warning
valves and transmitters are
installed, new ID codes must be
registered in the tire pressure
warning computer and the tire
pressure warning system must
be initialized. Have tire pressure
warning valves and transmitter
ID codes registered by your Toy-
ota dealer. (

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P.443)

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Replacing tires and wheels

If the ID code of the tire pressure

warning valve and transmitter is not

registered, the tire pressure warning

system will not work properly. After

driving for about 20 minutes, the tire

pressure warning light blinks for 1

minute and stays on to indicate a

system malfunction.

Installing tire pressure
warning valves and trans-
mitters

NOTICE

■

Repairing or replacing tires,

wheels, tire pressure warn-

ing valves, transmitters and

tire valve caps

●

When removing or fitting the

wheels, tires or the tire pressure

warning valves and transmit-

ters, contact your Toyota dealer

as the tire pressure warning

valves and transmitters may be

damaged if not handled cor-

rectly.

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The tire pressure warning
system must be initialized
in the following circum-
stances:



When rotating front and rear
tires which have different tire
inflation pressures.



When changing the tire size.



When the tire inflation pres-
sure is changed such as
when changing traveling
speed or load weight.



When changing between two
registered wheel sets.

When the tire pressure warning
system is initialized, the current
tire inflation pressure is set as
the benchmark pressure.

■

How to initialize the tire
pressure warning system

1

Park the vehicle in a safe
place and turn the engine
switch off.

Initialization cannot be performed

while the vehicle is moving.

2

Adjust the tire inflation pres-
sure to the specified cold tire
inflation pressure level.
(



P.515)

Make sure to adjust the tire pres-

sure to the specified cold tire infla-

tion pressure level. The tire

pressure warning system will oper-

ate based on this pressure level.

3

Turn the engine switch to
ON.

4

Press

or

of the meter

control switch to select

.

5

Press

or

to select

“Vehicle Settings” and then

press and hold

.

6

Press

or

to select

“TPWS” and then press

.

7

Press

or

to select “Set

Pressure”. Then press and

hold

until the tire pres-

NOTICE

●

Make sure to install the tire

valve caps. If the tire valve caps

are not installed, water could

enter the tire pressure warning

valves and the tire pressure

warning valves could be bound.

●

When replacing tire valve caps,

do not use tire valve caps other

than those specified. The cap

may become stuck.

■

To avoid damage to the tire

pressure warning valves and

transmitters

When a tire is repaired with liquid

sealants, the tire pressure warn-

ing valve and transmitter may not

operate properly. If a liquid seal-

ant 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.441)

Initializing the tire pres-
sure warning system

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sure warning light blinks 3
times.

■

Initialization procedure

●

Make sure to carry out initializa-

tion after adjusting the tire inflation

pressure.

Also, make sure the tires are cold

before carrying out initialization or

tire inflation pressure adjustment.

●

If you have accidentally turned the

engine switch off during initializa-

tion, it is not necessary to press

the reset switch again as initializa-

tion will restart automatically when

the engine switch to ON for the

next time.

●

If you accidentally press the reset

switch when initialization is not

necessary, adjust the tire inflation

pressure to the specified level

when the tires are cold, and con-

duct initialization again.

■

When initialization of the tire

pressure warning system has

failed

Initialization can be completed in a

few minutes. However, in the follow-

ing cases, the settings have not

been recorded and the system will

not operate properly. If repeated

attempts to record tire inflation pres-

sure settings are unsuccessful,

have the vehicle inspected by your

Toyota dealer.

●

When operating the tire pressure

warning reset switch, the tire pres-

sure warning light does not blink 3

times.

●

After driving for a certain period of

time since the initialization has

been completed, the warning light

comes on after blinking for 1 min-

ute.

The tire pressure warning valve
and transmitter is equipped with
a unique ID code. When replac-
ing a tire pressure warning valve
and transmitter, it is necessary
to register the ID code. Have the
ID code registered by your Toy-
ota dealer.

Your vehicle is equipped with
tire pressure warning system
with the function to have ID
codes registered for a second
wheel set, for example a winter
set, by Toyota dealer.
After registration of a second
wheel set, either of these two
wheel sets can be selected for
usage with the tire pressure
warning system.

WARNING

■

When initializing the tire pres-

sure warning system

Do not operate the tire pressure

warning reset switch without first

adjusting the tire inflation pres-

sure to the specified level. Other-

wise, the tire pressure warning

light may not come on even if the

tire inflation pressure is low, or it

may come on when the tire infla-

tion pressure is actually normal.

Registering ID codes

Selecting wheel set

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Operating conditions for
the function



This function will perform the
change of wheel set only if a
second wheel set has been
registered. If no second wheel
set has been registered, no
change will be made when
selecting this function in the
menu.



Only a change between both
registered wheel set is possi-
ble, mixing between these
wheel sets is not supported.

■

How to change between
wheel sets

1

Have the vehicle fitted with
the preferred wheel set.

2

Press

or

of the meter

control switch to select

.

3

Press

or

to select

“Vehicle Settings” and then

press

.

4

Press

or

to select

“TPWS” and then press

.

5

Press

or

to select

“Change Wheel”. Then press

and hold

until the tire

pressure warning light blinks
slowly 3 times.

6

Initialize the tire pressure
warning system. (



P.442)

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



P.515)

Tire valve

Tire pressure gauge

1

Remove the tire valve cap.

2

Press the tip of the tire pres-
sure gauge onto the tire
valve.

3

Read the pressure using the
gauge gradations.

4

If the tire inflation pressure is
not at the recommended
level, adjust the pressure.
If you add too much air, press
the center of the valve to
deflate.

5

After completing the tire infla-
tion pressure measurement
and adjustment, apply soapy
water to the valve and check
for leakage.

6

Put the tire valve cap back
on.

■

Tire inflation pressure check

interval

You should check tire inflation pres-

sure every two weeks, or at least

once a month. Do not forget to

check the spare.

■

Effects of incorrect tire inflation

pressure

Driving with incorrect tire inflation

pressure may result in the following:

●

Reduced fuel economy

●

Reduced driving comfort and poor

handling

●

Reduced tire life due to wear

●

Reduced safety

●

Damage to the drive train

If a tire needs frequent inflating,

have it checked by your Toyota

dealer.

Tire inflation pressure

Checking the specified
tire inflation pressure

Inspection and adjust-
ment procedure

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Instructions for checking tire

inflation pressure

When checking tire inflation pres-

sure, observe the following:

●

Check only when the tires are

cold.

If your vehicle has been parked for

at least 3 hours or has not been

driven for more than 1 mile or 1.5

km, you will get an accurate cold

tire inflation pressure reading.

●

Always use a tire pressure gauge.

It is difficult to judge if a tire is

properly inflated based only on its

appearance.

●

It is normal for the tire inflation

pressure to be higher after driving

as heat is generated in the tire. Do

not reduce tire inflation pressure

after driving.

●

Never exceed the vehicle capacity

weight.

Passengers and luggage weight

should be placed so that the vehi-

cle is balanced.

WARNING

■

Proper inflation is critical to

save tire performance

Keep your tires properly inflated.

If the tires are not properly

inflated, the following conditions

may occur which could lead to an

accident resulting in death or seri-

ous injury:

●

Excessive wear

●

Uneven wear

●

Poor handling

●

Possibility of blowouts resulting

from overheated tires

●

Air leaking from between tire

and wheel

●

Wheel deformation and/or tire

damage

●

Greater possibility of tire dam-

age while driving (due to road

hazards, expansion joints,

sharp edges on the road, etc.)

NOTICE

■

When inspecting and adjust-

ing tire inflation pressure

Be sure to put the tire valve caps

back on.

If a valve cap is not installed, dirt

or moisture may get into the valve

and cause an air leak, resulting in

decreased tire inflation pressure.

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

*

.

Replacement wheels are avail-
able at your Toyota dealer.

*

: Conventionally referred to as off-

set.

Toyota does not recommend
using the following:



Wheels of different sizes or
types



Used wheels



Bent wheels that have been
straightened

■

When replacing wheels

The wheels of your vehicle are

equipped with tire pressure warning

valves and transmitters that allow

the tire pressure warning system to

provide advance warning in the

event of a loss in tire inflation pres-

sure. Whenever wheels are

replaced, the tire pressure warning

valves and transmitters must be

installed. (



P.441)

Wheels

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

Wheel selection

WARNING

■

When replacing wheels

●

Do not use wheels that are a dif-

ferent size from those recom-

mended in the Owner’s Manual,

as this may result in a loss of

handling control.

●

Never use an inner tube in a

leaking wheel which is designed

for a tubeless tire.

Doing so may result in an acci-

dent, causing death or serious

injury.

■

When installing the wheel

nuts

●

Be sure to install the wheel nuts

with the tapered ends facing

inward. Installing the nuts with

the tapered ends facing outward

can cause the wheel to break

and eventually cause the wheel

to come off while driving, which

could lead to an accident result-

ing in death or serious injury.

Tapered portion

●

Never use oil or grease on the

wheel bolts or wheel nuts.

Oil and grease may cause the

wheel nuts to be excessively

tightened, leading to bolt or disc

wheel damage. In addition, the

oil or grease can cause the

wheel nuts to loosen and the

wheel may fall off, causing an

accident and resulting in death

or serious injury. Remove any

oil or grease from the wheel

bolts or wheel nuts.

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Use only Toyota wheel nuts
and wheel nut wrenches
designed for use with your
aluminum wheels.



When rotating, repairing or
changing your tires, check
that the wheel nuts are still
tight after driving 1000 miles
(1600 km).



Be careful not to damage the
aluminum wheels when using

tire chains.



Use only Toyota genuine bal-
ance weights or equivalent
and a plastic or rubber ham-
mer when balancing your
wheels.

WARNING

■

Use of defective wheels pro-

hibited

Do not use cracked or deformed

wheels. Doing so could cause the

tire to leak air during driving, pos-

sibly causing an accident.

NOTICE

■

Replacing tire pressure warn-

ing valves and transmitters

●

Because tire repair or replace-

ment may affect the tire pres-

sure warning valves and

transmitters, make sure to have

tires serviced by your Toyota

dealer or other qualified service

shop. In addition, make sure to

purchase your tire pressure

warning valves and transmit-

ters at your Toyota dealer.

●

Ensure that only genuine Toyota

wheels are used on your vehi-

cle.

Tire pressure warning valves

and transmitters may not work

properly with non-genuine

wheels.

Aluminum wheel precau-
tions

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1

Turn the engine switch off.

2

Open the glove box. Slide off
the damper.

3

Push in the glove box on the
vehicle’s outer side to discon-
nect the claws. Then pull out
the glove box and disconnect
the lower claws.

4

Unlock the filter cover ( ),
pull the filter cover out of the

claws ( ), and remove the
filter cover.

5

Remove the filter case.

6

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

The “

UP” marks shown on the

filter and the filter case should be

pointing up.

■

Checking interval

Inspect and replace the air condi-

tioning filter according to the mainte-

nance schedule. In dusty areas or

areas with heavy traffic flow, more

Air conditioning filter

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

Removing the air condi-
tioning filter