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

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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

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Trunk

Turn the mechanical key clock-
wise to open.

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

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

Firmly depress the brake pedal and check that

is displayed

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

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

Starting the engine

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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.

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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. 415)

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Changing engine switch modes

Release the brake pedal and press the engine switch in step

above.

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



P. 185)

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When the electronic key does not work properly

●

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



P. 505)

●

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



P. 136)

WARNING

■

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

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

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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

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

Confirm that the electronic key
is being carried.

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



P. 82)

Open the hood. (



P. 381)

Vehicles with 3.5 L V6 (2GR-
FKS) engine: Remove the
engine cover.

Make sure to pull the engine cover
straight up when removing it.

If the vehicle battery is discharged

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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Connect the jumper cables according to the following procedure:



2.5 L 4-cylinder (A25A-FKS) engine



3.5 L V6 (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.

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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.
Open and close any of the doors of your vehicle with the engine
switch off.
Maintain the engine speed of the second vehicle and turn the
engine switch to IGNITION ON mode, then start the vehicle's
engine.
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

The engine cannot be started by push-starting.

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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.

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When the battery is removed or discharged

●

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

●

Some systems may require initialization. (



P. 513)

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When removing the battery terminals

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

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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.)

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When recharging or replacing the battery

●

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

●

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.

●

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.

■

When replacing the battery

●

Use a battery that conforms to European regulations.

●

Use a battery that the case size is same as the previous one (LN3), 20 hour
rate capacity (20HR) is equivalent (70Ah) or greater, and performance rating
(CCA) is equivalent (603A) or greater.
• If the sizes differ, the battery cannot be properly secured.
• If the 20 hour rate capacity is low, even if the time period where the vehi-

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

●

For details, consult your Toyota dealer.

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WARNING

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When removing the battery terminals

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

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Avoiding battery fires or explosions

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

●

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.

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Battery precautions

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

●

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.

NOTICE

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When handling jumper cables

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

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

Radiator
Cooling fan

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

If your vehicle overheats

The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating.

●

The needle of the engine coolant temperature gauge (



P. 90)

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

●

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

●

Steam comes out from under the hood.

Correction procedures

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

Reservoir
“F” line
“L” line
Radiator cap

Add coolant if necessary.

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

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

2.5 L 4-cylinder (A25A-FKS)
engine



3.5 L V6 (2GR-FKS) engine

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

2.5 L 4-cylinder (A25A-FKS)
engine



3.5 L V6 (2GR-FKS) engine

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

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

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

WARNING

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

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

●

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

●

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

●

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

NOTICE

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When adding engine coolant

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

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To prevent damage to the cooling system

Observe the following precautions:

●

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

●

Do not use any coolant additives.

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

If the vehicle becomes stuck

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

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When it is difficult to free the vehicle

Press

to turn off TRAC.

WARNING

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When attempting to free a stuck vehicle

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

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When shifting the shift lever

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

NOTICE

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To avoid damaging the transmission and other components

●

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

●

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

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Vehicle specifications

8-1. Specifications

Maintenance data

(fuel, oil level, etc.). . .. 478

Fuel information . . . . 489
Tire information . . . . . 492

8-2. Customization

Customizable features . .. 505

8-3. Items to initialize

Items to initialize . . . ... 513

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8-1.Specifications

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: Unladen vehicles

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: 2WD models

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: AWD models

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

*

5

: Vehicles with 215/55R17 tires

Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)

Dimensions and weights

Overall length

195.9 in. (4975 mm)

Overall width

72.8 in. (1850 mm)

Overall height

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1

56.5 in. (1435 mm)

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2

56.7 in. (1440 mm)

*

3

Wheelbase

113.0 in. (2870 mm)

Tread

Front

62.6 in. (1590 mm)

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4

63.0 in. (1600 mm)

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5

Rear

63.2 in. (1605 mm)

*

2, 4

63.6 in. (1615 mm)

*

2, 5

63.4 in. (1610 mm)

*

3, 4

63.8 in. (1620 mm)

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3, 5

Vehicle capacity weight
(occupants + luggage)

940 lb. (425 kg)

Seating capacity

Seating capacity

5 occupants (Front 2, Rear 3)

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Vehicle identification number

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

This number is also on the Cer-
tification Label.

Vehicle identification

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Engine number

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



2.5 L 4-cylinder (A25A-FKS)
engine



3.5 L V6 (2GR-FKS) engine

Engine

Model

A25A-FKS

2GR-FKS

Type

4-cylinder in line,
4-cycle, gasoline

6-cylinder V type,
4-cycle, gasoline

Bore and stroke

3.44



4.07 in.

(87.5



103.4 mm)

3.70



3.27 in.

(94.0



83.0 mm)

Displacement

151.8 cu. in. (2487 cm

3

)

210.9 cu. in. (3456 cm

3

)

Valve clearance

Automatic adjustment

Drive belt tension

Automatic adjustment

Fuel

Fuel type

Unleaded gasoline only

Octane rating

87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher

Fuel tank capacity
(Reference)



For 2WD models (vehicles with 215/55R17
tires)

14.5 gal. (55 L, 12.0 Imp. gal.)



For 2WD models (vehicles without 215/55R17
tires)

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



For AWD models

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

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Oil capacity (Drain and refill [Reference

*

])

*

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

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

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Engine oil selection



2.5 L 4-cylinder (A25A-FKS) engine

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Lubrication system

With filter

Without filter

2.5

L

4-cylinder

(A25A-FKS) engine

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

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

3.5 L V6 (2GR-FKS)
engine

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

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

Outside temperature

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



3.5 L V6 (2GR-FKS) engine

“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in your Toyota vehicle. Use
Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent to sat-
isfy the following grade and viscosity.
Oil grade: ILSAC GF-5 multigrade engine oil
Recommended viscosity: SAE 0W-20

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

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

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

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

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

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

Outside temperature

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

Cooling system

Capacity
(Reference)



2.5 L 4-cylinder (A25A-FKS) engine

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



3.5 L V6 (2GR-FKS) engine

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

Coolant type

Use either of the following:

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

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

Do not use plain water alone.

Ignition system

Spark plug

Make



2.5 L 4-cylinder (A25A-FKS) engine

DENSO FC16HR-Q8



3.5 L V6 (2GR-FKS) engine

DENSO FK20HBR8

Gap

0.031 in. (0.8 mm)

NOTICE

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Iridium-tipped spark plugs

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

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: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity.

If replacement is necessary, contact your Toyota dealer.

Electrical system

Battery

Specific voltage reading at
68



F (20



C):

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

Charging rates

5 A max.

Automatic transaxle

Fluid capacity

*



2.5 L 4-cylinder (A25A-FKS) engine

7.8 qt. (7.4 L, 6.5 Imp. qt.)



3.5 L V6 (2GR-FKS) engine

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

Fluid type

Toyota Genuine ATF WS

NOTICE

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Transmission fluid type

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

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Your Toyota vehicle is filled with “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” at the
factory.
Use Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” or an equivalent
of matching quality to satisfy the above specification. Please contact your
Toyota dealer for further details.

Your Toyota vehicle is filled with “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” at the
factory.
Use Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” or an equivalent
of matching quality to satisfy the above specification. Please contact your
Toyota dealer for further details.

Transfer (AWD models)

Oil capacity

0.47 qt. (0.45 L, 0.39 Imp. qt.)

Oil type and viscosity

Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil LT
75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent

NOTICE

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Transfer oil type precaution

Using transfer oil other than the specified oil may cause abnormal noise or
vibration, or damage the transfer of your vehicle.

Rear differential (AWD models)

Oil capacity

0.52 qt. (0.50 L, 0.43 Imp. qt.)

Oil type and viscosity

Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil LT
75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent

NOTICE

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Differential gear oil type precaution

Using differential gear oil other than the specified oil may cause abnormal
noise or vibration, or damage the differential gear of your vehicle.

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8-1. Specifications

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

kgf) while the engine is running.



17-inch tires

Brakes

Pedal clearance

*

3.2 in. (81 mm)

Pedal free play

0.04



0.24 in. (1



6 mm)

Brake pad wear limit

0.04 in. (1.0 mm)

Fluid type

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

Steering

Free play

Less than 1.2 in. (30 mm)

Tires and wheels

Tire size

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

Tire inflation pressure

(Recommended cold tire

inflation pressure)

Driving under normal conditions

Front:

35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm

2

or bar)

Rear:

35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm

2

or bar)

Spare:

60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm

2

or bar)

Driving at high speeds (above 100 mph

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

speeds are permitted by law)

Add 5 psi (30 kPa, 0.3 kgf/cm

2

or bar) to

the front tires and rear tires. Never

exceed the maximum cold tire inflation

pressure indicated on the tire sidewall.

Wheel size

17



7 1/2 J, 17



4 T (compact spare)

Wheel nut torque

76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)

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18-inch tires



19-inch tires (type A)

Tire size

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

Tire inflation pressure

(Recommended cold tire

inflation pressure)

Driving under normal conditions

Front:

35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm

2

or bar)

Rear:

35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm

2

or bar)

Spare:

60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm

2

or bar)

Driving at high speeds (above 100 mph

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

speeds are permitted by law)

Add 5 psi (30 kPa, 0.3 kgf/cm

2

or bar) to

the front tires and rear tires. Never

exceed the maximum cold tire inflation

pressure indicated on the tire sidewall.

Wheel size

18



8 J, 17



4 T (compact spare)

Wheel nut torque

76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)

Tire size

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

Tire inflation pressure

(Recommended cold tire

inflation pressure)

Driving under normal conditions

Front:

35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm

2

or bar)

Rear:

35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm

2

or bar)

Spare:

60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm

2

or bar)

Driving at high speeds (above 100 mph

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

speeds are permitted by law)

Add 5 psi (30 kPa, 0.3 kgf/cm

2

or bar) to

the front tires and rear tires. Never

exceed the maximum cold tire inflation

pressure indicated on the tire sidewall.

Wheel size

19



8 J, 19



8.5 J, 17



4 T (compact

spare)

Wheel nut torque

76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)

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19-inch tires (type B)

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

Tire size

235/40R19 96Y, T155/70D17 110M

Tire inflation pressure

(Recommended cold tire

inflation pressure)

Driving under normal conditions

Front:

33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm

2

or bar)

Rear:

33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm

2

or bar)

Spare:

60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm

2

or bar)

Driving at high speeds (above 100 mph

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

speeds are permitted by law)

Add 5 psi (30 kPa, 0.3 kgf/cm

2

or bar) to

the front tires and rear tires. Never

exceed the maximum cold tire inflation

pressure indicated on the tire sidewall.

Wheel size

19



8 1/2 J, 17



4 T (compact spare)

Wheel nut torque

76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)

Light bulbs

*

Light bulbs

Bulb No.

W

Type

Interior

Door courtesy lights

168

5

A

Vanity lights

7065

1.4

B

Trunk light



5

A

A: Wedge base bulbs

B: Double end bulbs

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Gasoline quality

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

■

Recommendation of the use of gasoline containing detergent additives

●

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

●

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

●

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

Fuel information

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

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

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Recommendation of the use of low emissions gasoline

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

■

Non-recommendation of the use of blended gasoline

●

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

●

Toyota does not recommend the use of gasoline containing methanol.

■

Non-recommendation of the use of gasoline containing MMT

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

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If your engine knocks

●

Consult your Toyota dealer.

●

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

●

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

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

(30% ethanol)

(50% ethanol)

(85% ethanol)

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Notice on fuel quality

●

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

●

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

●

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

●

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

■

Fuel-related poor driveability

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

■

When refueling with gasohol

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

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

Full-size tire



Compact spare tire

Tire information

Typical tire symbols

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Tire size (



P. 495)

Summer tires or all season tires (



P. 400)

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

is a summer tire.

TUBELESS or TUBE TYPE

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

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

pressure.

Radial tires or bias-ply tires

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

is a bias-ply tire.

DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN) (



P. 494)

Location of treadwear indicators (



P. 394)

Uniform tire quality grading

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

Maximum cold tire inflation pressure (



P. 486)

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

Load limit at maximum cold tire inflation pressure (



P. 399)

Tire ply composition and materials

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

which form the plies in a tire.

“TEMPORARY USE ONLY”

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

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

emergency use only.

1
2

3

4

5
6
7

8

9

10

11

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DOT symbol

*

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

*

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

Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.

Typical DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN)



Type A



Type B

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8

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Typical tire size information

The illustration indicates typical
tire size.

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

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Tire dimensions

Section width
Tire height
Wheel diameter

Tire size

1

2
3

4
5
6
7

1
2
3

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

Tire section names

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9

10

11

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

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

you read this information.

■

DOT quality grades

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

For example: Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A

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Treadwear

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

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

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

The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual condi-

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

due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences

in road characteristics and climate.

■

Traction AA, A, B, C

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

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

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

ing) traction.

Uniform Tire Quality Grading

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Temperature A, B, C

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

Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to

degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead

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

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

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

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

inflated and not overloaded.

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

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

failure.

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Glossary of tire terminology

Tire related term

Meaning

Cold tire inflation pres-

sure

Tire pressure when the vehicle has been

parked for three hours or more, or has not

been driven more than 1 mile or 1.5 km under

that condition

Maximum

inflation

pressure

The maximum cold inflated pressure to which

a tire may be inflated, shown on the sidewall

of the tire

Recommended infla-

tion pressure

Cold tire inflation pressure recommended by a

manufacturer

Accessory weight

The combined weight (in excess of those stan-

dard items which may be replaced) of auto-

matic transmission, power steering, power

brakes, power windows, power seats, radio

and heater, to the extent that these items are

available as factory-installed equipment

(whether installed or not)

Curb weight

The weight of a motor vehicle with standard

equipment, including the maximum capacity of

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

conditioning and additional weight optional

engine

Maximum loaded vehi-

cle weight

The sum of:

(a) Curb weight

(b) Accessory weight

(c) Vehicle capacity weight

(d) Production options weight

Normal

occupant

weight

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

specified in the second column of Table 1

*

that follows

Occupant distribution

Distribution of occupants in a vehicle as speci-

fied in the third column of Table 1

*

below

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Production

options

weight

The combined weight of installed regular pro-

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

excess of the standard items which they

replace, not previously considered in curb

weight or accessory weight, including heavy

duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, heavy

duty battery, and special trim

Rim

A metal support for a tire or a tire and tube

assembly upon which the tire beads are

seated

Rim diameter

(Wheel diameter)

Nominal diameter of the bead seat

Rim size designation

Rim diameter and width

Rim type designation

The industry manufacturer’s designation for a

rim by style or code

Rim width

Nominal distance between rim flanges

Vehicle

capacity

weight

(Total

load

capacity)

The rated cargo and luggage load plus 150 lb.

(68 kg) times the vehicle’s designated seating

capacity

Vehicle maximum load

on the tire

The load on an individual tire that is deter-

mined by distributing to each axle its share of

the maximum loaded vehicle weight, and

dividing by two

Vehicle normal load on

the tire

The load on an individual tire that is deter-

mined by distributing to each axle its share of

curb weight, accessory weight, and normal

occupant weight (distributed in accordance

with Table 1

*

below), and dividing by two

Weather side

The surface area of the rim not covered by the

inflated tire

Bead

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

wrapped or reinforced by ply cords and that is

shaped to fit the rim

Bead separation

A breakdown of the bond between compo-

nents in the bead

Tire related term

Meaning

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Bias ply tire

A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that

extend to the beads are laid at alternate

angles substantially less than 90 degrees to

the centerline of the tread

Carcass

The tire structure, except tread and sidewall

rubber which, when inflated, bears the load

Chunking

The breaking away of pieces of the tread or

sidewall

Cord

The strands forming the plies in the tire

Cord separation

The parting of cords from adjacent rubber

compounds

Cracking

Any parting within the tread, sidewall, or inner-

liner of the tire extending to cord material

CT

A pneumatic tire with an inverted flange tire

and rim system in which the rim is designed

with rim flanges pointed radially inward and

the tire is designed to fit on the underside of

the rim in a manner that encloses the rim

flanges inside the air cavity of the tire

Extra load tire

A tire designed to operate at higher loads and

at higher inflation pressures than the corre-

sponding standard tire

Groove

The space between two adjacent tread ribs

Innerliner

The layer(s) forming the inside surface of a

tubeless tire that contains the inflating medium

within the tire

Innerliner separation

The parting of the innerliner from cord material

in the carcass

Intended

outboard

sidewall

(a) The sidewall that contains a whitewall,

bears white lettering, or bears manufac-

turer, brand, and/or model name molding

that is higher or deeper than the same

molding on the other sidewall of the tire, or

(b) The outward facing sidewall of an asym-

metrical tire that has a particular side that

must always face outward when mounted

on a vehicle

Tire related term

Meaning

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Light truck (LT) tire

A tire designated by its manufacturer as pri-

marily intended for use on lightweight trucks

or multipurpose passenger vehicles

Load rating

The maximum load that a tire is rated to carry

for a given inflation pressure

Maximum load rating

The load rating for a tire at the maximum per-

missible inflation pressure for that tire

Maximum permissible

inflation pressure

The maximum cold inflation pressure to which

a tire may be inflated

Measuring rim

The rim on which a tire is fitted for physical

dimension requirements

Open splice

Any parting at any junction of tread, sidewall,

or innerliner that extends to cord material

Outer diameter

The overall diameter of an inflated new tire

Overall width

The linear distance between the exteriors of

the sidewalls of an inflated tire, including ele-

vations due to labeling, decorations, or protec-

tive bands or ribs

Passenger car tire

A tire intended for use on passenger cars,

multipurpose passenger vehicles, and trucks,

that have a gross vehicle weight rating

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

Ply

A layer of rubber-coated parallel cords

Ply separation

A parting of rubber compound between adja-

cent plies

Pneumatic tire

A mechanical device made of rubber, chemi-

cals, fabric and steel or other materials, that,

when mounted on an automotive wheel, pro-

vides the traction and contains the gas or fluid

that sustains the load

Radial ply tire

A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that

extend to the beads are laid at substantially 90

degrees to the centerline of the tread

Reinforced tire

A tire designed to operate at higher loads and

at higher inflation pressures than the corre-

sponding standard tire

Tire related term

Meaning

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: Table 1



Occupant loading and distribution for vehicle normal load for

various designated seating capacities

Section width

The linear distance between the exteriors of

the sidewalls of an inflated tire, excluding ele-

vations due to labeling, decoration, or protec-

tive bands

Sidewall

That portion of a tire between the tread and

bead

Sidewall separation

The parting of the rubber compound from the

cord material in the sidewall

Snow tire

A tire that attains a traction index equal to or

greater than 110, compared to the ASTM E-

1136 Standard Reference Test Tire, when

using the snow traction test as described in

ASTM F-1805-00, Standard Test Method for

Single Wheel Driving Traction in a Straight

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

)

on at least one sidewall

Test rim

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

may be any rim listed as appropriate for use

with that tire

Tread

That portion of a tire that comes into contact

with the road

Tread rib

A tread section running circumferentially

around a tire

Tread separation

Pulling away of the tread from the tire carcass

Treadwear indicators

(TWI)

The projections within the principal grooves

designed to give a visual indication of the

degrees of wear of the tread

Wheel-holding fixture

The fixture used to hold the wheel and tire

assembly securely during testing

Tire related term

Meaning

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Designated seating

capacity, Number of

occupants

Vehicle normal load,

Number of occupants

Occupant distribution

in a normally loaded

vehicle

2 through 4

2

2 in front

5 through 10

3

2 in front, 1 in second

seat

11 through 15

5

2 in front, 1 in second

seat, 1 in third seat, 1

in fourth seat

16 through 20

7

2 in front, 2 in second

seat, 2 in third seat, 1

in fourth seat

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8-2. Customization

When customizing vehicle features, ensure that the vehicle is parked
in a safe place with the shift lever in P and the parking brake set.

■

Changing on the audio system screen

Press the “MENU” button.
Select “Setup” on the “Menu” screen.
Select “General” or “Vehicle” on the “Setup” screen.

Various setting can be changed. Refer to the list of settings that can
be changed for details.

■

Changing using the multi-information display



P. 100

Customizable features

Your vehicle includes a variety of electronic features that can be
personalized to suit your preferences. The settings of these fea-
tures can be changed using the multi-information display, on the
audio system screen, or at your Toyota dealer.

Customizing vehicle features

1
2
3

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Some function settings are changed simultaneously with other func-
tions being customized. Contact your Toyota dealer for further details.

Settings that can be changed on the audio system screen
Settings that can be changed by your Toyota dealer

Definition of symbols: O = Available, — = Not available

■

Gauges, meters and multi-information display (



P. 90, 93)

*

: The default setting varies according to country.

Customizable features

1
2

Function

Default setting

Customized setting

Language

English

French

O —

Spanish

Units

*

miles (MPG US)

miles (MPG Imperial)

O —

km (L/100 km)

km (km/L)

Convenience services
(Suggestion function)

On

On

(when the vehicle is

stopped)

O O

Off

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Door lock (



P. 125, 131, 463)

■

Smart key system and wireless remote control
(



P. 125, 131, 135)

Function

Default setting

Customized setting

Unlocking

using

a

mechanical key

Driver’s door

unlocked in one

step, all doors

unlocked in two

steps

All doors unlocked in

one step

— O

Automatic door lock

Shift position

linked door lock-

ing operation

Off

O O

Speed linked door

locking operation

Automatic door unlock

Shift position

linked door

unlocking opera-

tion

Off

O O

Driver’s door linked

door unlocking oper-

ation

Locking/unlocking of the
trunk when all doors are
locked/unlocked

On

Off

— O

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Function

Default setting

Customized setting

Operating signal
(Buzzers)

5

Off to 7

O O

Operation signal
(Emergency flashers)

On

Off

O O

Time elapsed before
automatic

door

lock

function is activated if
door is not opened after
being unlocked

60 seconds

Off

O O

30 seconds

120 seconds

Open

door

warning

buzzer

On

Off

— O

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Smart key system (



P. 125, 131, 135)

■

Wireless remote control (



P. 122, 125, 131)

Function

Default setting

Customized setting

Smart key system

On

Off

— O

Smart door unlocking

All the doors

Driver’s door

O O

Time elapsed before
unlocking all the door
when gripping and hold-
ing the driver’s door han-
dle

2 seconds

Off

— O

Number of consecutive
door lock operations

2 times

As many as desired — O

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Function

Default setting

Customized setting

Wireless remote control

On

Off

— O

Unlocking operation

Driver’s door

unlocked in one

step, all doors

unlocked in two

steps

All doors unlocked in

one step

O O

Trunk unlocking opera-
tion

Press and hold

(short)

One short press

— O

Push twice

Press and hold (long)

Off

Panic function

On

Off

— O

Reservation lock

On

Off

O O

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Power windows and moon roof

*

(



P. 160, 164)

*

: If equipped

■

Moon roof

*

(



P. 164)

*

: If equipped

■

Driving position memory

*

(



P. 146)

*

: If equipped

Function

Default setting

Customized setting

Mechanical key linked
operation

Off

On

— O

Wireless remote control
linked operation

Off

On (open only)

— O

Wireless remote control
linked operation signal
(buzzer)

On

Off

— O

1 2

Function

Default setting

Customized setting

Linked operation of com-
ponents when mechani-
cal key is used (open
only)

Slide only

Tilt only

— O

Linked operation of com-
ponents when wireless
remote control is used

Slide only

Tilt only

— O

1 2

Function

Default setting

Customized setting

Selecting doors linked to
the memory recall func-
tion

Driver’s door

All doors

— O

Driver’s seat movement
when exiting the vehicle

Standard

Off

O O

Partial

Steering wheel move-
ment

Tilt only

Telescopic only

O O

Tilt & telescopic

Off

1 2

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Automatic light control system (



P. 202)

■

Lights (



P. 202)

*

: Except for Canada

■

Intuitive parking assist

*

(



P. 276)

*

: If equipped

Function

Default setting

Customized setting

Light sensor sensitivity

Standard

-2 to 2

O O

Time elapsed before
headlights automatically
turn off after doors are
closed

30 seconds

Off

O O

60 seconds

90 seconds

1 2

Function

Default setting

Customized setting

Daytime running light
system

On

Off

*

O O

Welcome lighting

On

Off

— O

Windshield wiper linked
headlight illumination

On

Off

— O

1 2

Function

Default setting

Customized setting

Detection distance of the
front center sensor

Far

Near

— O

Detection distance of the
rear center sensor

Far

Near

— O

1 2

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BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) (



P. 260)

■

RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert) (



P. 260)

■

Driving mode select switches (



P. 305)

*

: If equipped

■

Automatic air conditioning system (



P. 322)

Function

Default setting

Customized setting

Outside rear view mirror
indicator brightness

Bright

Dim

— O

Alert sensitivity for pres-
ence of approaching
vehicle

Intermediate

Early

— O

Late

Only when vehicle

detected in blind spot

1 2

Function

Default setting

Customized setting

Buzzer volume

2

1 to 3

— O

1 2

Function

Default setting

Customized setting

Powertrain control in
customized mode

*

Normal

Power

O —

Eco

Chassis control in cus-
tomized mode

*

Normal

Sport

O —

Air conditioning opera-
tion

in

customized

mode

*

Normal

Eco

O —

1 2

Function

Default setting

Customized setting

A/C auto switch opera-
tion

Auto

Manual

O O

1 2

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Illumination (



P. 332)

*

: If equipped

Function

Default setting

Customized setting

Time elapsed before
lights turn off

15 seconds

Off

O O

7.5 seconds

30 seconds

Operation

after

the

engine switch turned off

On

Off

— O

Operation

when

the

doors are unlocked

On

Off

— O

Operation when you
approach the vehicle
with the electronic key
on your person

On

Off

— O

Ambient lights

*

On

Off

— O

1 2

WARNING

■

During customization

As the engine needs to be running during customization, ensure that the
vehicle is parked in a place with adequate ventilation. In a closed area such
as a garage, exhaust gases including harmful carbon monoxide (CO) may
collect and enter the vehicle. This may lead to death or a serious health
hazard.

NOTICE

■

During customization

To prevent battery discharge, ensure that the engine is running while cus-
tomizing features.

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Items to initialize

The following items must be initialized for normal system opera-
tion after such cases as the battery being reconnected, or main-
tenance being performed on the vehicle:

Item

When to initialize

Reference

Message indicating mainte-
nance is required

• After the maintenance is per-

formed

P. 373

Tire pressure warning sys-

tem

• When the tire inflation pres-

sure is changed such as

when changing traveling

speed or load weight

• When the tire inflation pres-

sure is changed such as

when the tire size is

changed

• When rotating the tires

• After performing the trans-

mitter ID code registration

procedure

P. 396

Intelligent Clearance Sonar
(ICS) (If equipped)

• After reconnecting or chang-

ing the battery

P. 295

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For owners

Reporting safety defects

for U.S. owners. . . . . . 516

Seat belt instructions

for Canadian owners
(in French) . . . . . . . ... 517

SRS airbag instructions

for Canadian owners
(in French) . . . . . . . ... 519

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Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners

If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a
crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform
the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addi-
tion to notifying Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. (Toll-free: 1-800-
331-4331).
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation,
and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may
order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot
become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer,
or Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.
To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free
at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to

http://

www.safercar.gov

; or write to: Administrator, NHTSA, 1200 New

Jersey Ave. SE., Washington, DC 20590. You can also obtain other
information about motor vehicle safety from

http://www.safercar.gov

.

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Déroulez la sangle diagonale
de telle sorte qu'elle passe bien
sur l'épaule, sans pour autant
être en contact avec le cou ou
glisser de l'épaule.

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Placez la sangle abdominale le
plus bas possible sur les
hanches.

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Réglez la position du dossier de siège. Asseyez-vous le dos droit et
calez-vous bien dans le siège.

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Ne vrillez pas la ceinture de sécurité.

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Ceintures de sécurité

Nettoyez avec un chiffon ou une éponge humidifiés avec de l'eau
savonneuse tiède. Vérifiez régulièrement que les ceintures ne sont
pas usées, effilochées ou entaillées excessivement.

Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners

(in French)

The following is a French explanation of seat belt instructions
extracted from the seat belt section in this manual.

See the seat belt section for more detailed seat belt instructions in
English.

Utilisation correcte des ceintures de sécurité

Entretien et soin

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Détérioration et usure des ceintures de sécurité

Inspectez le système de ceintures de sécurité régulièrement. Contrôlez
l'absence de coupures, d'effilochages et de pièces desserrées. N'utilisez
pas une ceinture de sécurité endommagée avant qu'elle ne soit remplacée.
Une ceinture de sécurité endommagée ne permet pas de protéger un occu-
pant de blessures graves ou mortelles.

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Coussins gonflables frontaux SRS

Coussin gonflable conducteur/coussin gonflable du passager
avant SRS
Participe à la protection de la tête et du thorax du conducteur et
du passager avant contre les chocs contre les éléments de
l'habitacle
Coussins gonflables de genoux SRS
Participent à la protection du conducteur et du passager avant

SRS airbag instructions for Canadian

owners (in French)

The following is a French explanation of SRS airbag instructions
extracted from the SRS airbag section in this manual.

See the SRS airbag section for more detailed SRS airbag instruc-
tions in English.

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Coussins gonflables latéraux et rideaux SRS

Coussins gonflables latéraux avant SRS
Participent à la protection du torse des occupants de siège avant
Coussins gonflables latéraux arrière SRS
Participent à la protection du torse des occupants des sièges
latéraux arrière
Coussin gonflable rideau SRS

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Participent principalement à la protection de la tête des occu-
pants des sièges latéraux

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Peut contribuer à empêcher les occupants d’être éjectés du
véhicule en cas de tonneau

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Composants du système de coussins gonflables SRS

Capteurs d'impact avant
Système de classification de
l'occupant du siège passager
avant (ECU et capteurs)
Coussins

gonflables

de

genoux
Capteurs d'impact latéral
(portes avant)
Capteurs d'impact latéral
(avant)
Coussin gonflable passager
avant
Coussins gonflables latéraux
avant
Coussins gonflables rideaux
Coussins gonflables latéraux
arrière

Témoins indicateurs “AIR
BAG ON” et “AIR BAG OFF”
Témoin d'avertissement SRS
Ensemble de capteurs de
coussins gonflables
Capteurs d'impact latéral
(arrière)
Coussin gonflable conducteur
Contact de boucle de ceinture
de sécurité conducteur
Prétensionneurs de ceintures
de sécurité et limiteurs de
force
Capteur de position du siège
conducteur

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Votre véhicule est équipé de COUSSINS GONFLABLES INTELLI-
GENTS conçus selon les normes de sécurité américaines applicables
aux véhicules à moteur (FMVSS208). L'ensemble de capteurs de
coussins gonflables (ECU) régule le déploiement des coussins gon-
flables sur la base des informations qu'il reçoit des capteurs, etc., indi-
qués ci-dessus dans le schéma illustrant les composants du système.
Parmi ces informations figurent la gravité du choc et l'occupation du
véhicule par les passagers. Le déploiement rapide des coussins gon-
flables est obtenu au moyen d'une réaction chimique dans les disposi-
tifs pyrotechniques, qui produit un gaz inoffensif permettant d'amortir
le mouvement des occupants.

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Précautions relatives aux coussins gonflables SRS

Respectez les précautions suivantes concernant les coussins gonflables
SRS.
Le non-respect de ces précautions peut occasionner des blessures graves,
voire mortelles.

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Le conducteur et tous les passagers du véhicule doivent porter correcte-
ment leur ceinture de sécurité.
Les coussins gonflables SRS sont des dispositifs supplémentaires à utili-
ser avec les ceintures de sécurité.

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Le coussin gonflable conducteur SRS se déploie avec une force considé-
rable, pouvant occasionner des blessures graves, voire mortelles, si le
conducteur se trouve très près du coussin gonflable. L'autorité fédérale
chargée de la sécurité routière aux États-Unis (NHTSA) conseille:
La zone à risque du coussin gonflable conducteur se situant dans les pre-
miers 2 à 3 in. (50 à 75 mm) de déploiement, vous placer à 10 in. (250
mm) de votre coussin gonflable conducteur vous garantit une marge de
sécurité suffisante. Cette distance est à mesurer entre le centre du volant
et le sternum. Si vous êtes assis à moins de 10 in. (250 mm), vous pou-
vez changer votre position de conduite de plusieurs façons:
• Reculez votre siège le plus possible, de manière à pouvoir encore

atteindre confortablement les pédales.

• Inclinez légèrement le dossier du siège.

Bien que les véhicules aient une conception différente, un grand
nombre de conducteurs peuvent s'asseoir à une distance de 10 in. (250
mm), même avec le siège conducteur complètement avancé, simple-
ment en inclinant un peu le dossier de siège. Si vous avez des difficul-
tés à voir la route après avoir incliné le dossier de votre siège, utilisez
un coussin ferme et antidérapant pour vous rehausser ou remontez le
siège si votre véhicule est équipé de cette fonction.

• Si votre volant est réglable, inclinez-le vers le bas. Cela a pour effet

d'orienter le coussin gonflable en direction de votre poitrine plutôt que
de votre tête et de votre cou.

Réglez votre siège selon les recommandations de la NHTSA ci-dessus,
tout en conservant le contrôle des pédales, du volant et la vue des com-
mandes du tableau de bord.

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Le coussin gonflable passager avant SRS se déploie également avec une
force considérable, pouvant occasionner des blessures graves, voire mor-
telles, si le passager avant se trouve très près du coussin gonflable. Le
siège du passager avant doit être éloigné le plus possible du coussin gon-
flable en réglant le dossier de siège de façon à ce que le passager avant
soit assis bien droit dans le siège.

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Les nourrissons et les enfants qui ne sont pas correctement assis et/ou
attachés peuvent être grièvement blessés ou tués par le déploiement d'un
coussin gonflable. Un nourrisson ou un enfant trop petit pour utiliser une
ceinture de sécurité doit être correctement attaché au moyen d'un siège
de sécurité enfant. Toyota recommande vivement d'installer tous les nour-
rissons et enfants sur les sièges arrière du véhicule et de prévoir pour eux
des systèmes de retenue adaptés. Les sièges arrière sont plus sûrs pour
les nourrissons et les enfants que le siège du passager avant.

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N'installez jamais un siège de sécurité enfant type dos à la route sur le
siège passager avant, même si le témoin indicateur “AIR BAG OFF” est
allumé.
En cas d'accident, la force engendrée par le déploiement rapide du cous-
sin gonflable du passager avant peut blesser grièvement, voire tuer
l'enfant si le siège de sécurité enfant type dos à la route est installé sur le
siège du passager avant.

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Si vous attachez une rallonge de cein-
ture de sécurité à la boucle de ceinture
de sécurité du conducteur sans l'atta-
cher au pêne de la ceinture de sécurité
du conducteur, les coussins gonflables
frontaux SRS du conducteur déter-
minent que le conducteur a attaché sa
ceinture de sécurité bien que la ceinture
de sécurité ne soit pas attachée. Dans
ce cas, les coussins gonflables frontaux
SRS du conducteur peuvent ne pas se
déployer correctement en cas de colli-
sion, pouvant occasionner des bles-
sures graves, voire mortelles. Veillez à
porter la ceinture de sécurité avec la
rallonge de ceinture de sécurité.

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Ne vous asseyez pas sur le bord du
siège et ne vous appuyez pas contre la
planche de bord.

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Ne laissez pas un enfant rester debout
devant le coussin gonflable passager
avant SRS ou s'asseoir sur les genoux
du passager avant.

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Ne laissez pas les occupants des
sièges avant voyager avec un objet sur
les genoux.

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Ne vous appuyez pas contre la porte, le
rail latéral de toit ou les montants avant,
latéraux et arrière.

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Ne laissez personne s'agenouiller sur
les sièges passagers en appui contre la
porte ou sortir la tête ou les mains à
l'extérieur du véhicule.

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Ne suspendez aucun cintre ou objet dur aux crochets à vêtements. Tous
ces objets pourraient se transformer en projectiles et causer des blessures
graves, voire mortelles en cas de déploiement des coussins gonflables
rideaux SRS.

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Ne fixez rien et ne posez rien sur des
emplacements tels que la planche de
bord, la garniture du volant et la partie
inférieure du tableau de bord.
Ces éléments peuvent se transformer
en projectiles lorsque les coussins gon-
flables conducteur, passager avant et
genoux SRS se déploient.

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Ne fixez rien aux portes, au pare-brise,
aux vitres, aux montants avant et
arrière, au rail latéral de toit et à la poi-
gnée de maintien.

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Si un cache en vinyle est placé sur la zone où le coussin gonflable de
genoux SRS se déploie, assurez-vous de le retirer.

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N'utilisez aucun accessoire de siège recouvrant les zones de déploiement
des coussins gonflables latéraux SRS, car il risque de gêner le déploie-
ment des coussins gonflables SRS. De tels accessoires peuvent empê-
cher les coussins gonflables latéraux de fonctionner correctement,
désactiver le système ou entraîner le déploiement accidentel des coussins
gonflables latéraux, occasionnant des blessures graves, voire mortelles.

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Évitez de faire subir des chocs ou des pressions excessives aux parties
renfermant les composants de coussins gonflables SRS ou aux portes
avant.
En effet, cela pourrait entraîner un dysfonctionnement des coussins gon-
flables SRS.

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Ne touchez aucun composant immédiatement après le déploiement (gon-
flage) des coussins gonflables SRS, car ils peuvent être chauds.

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Si vous avez des difficultés à respirer après le déploiement des coussins
gonflables SRS, ouvrez une porte ou une vitre pour faire entrer de l'air
frais, ou bien descendez du véhicule si cela ne présente pas de danger.
Essuyez tout résidu dès que possible afin d'éviter d'éventuelles irritations
de la peau.

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Si les parties renfermant les coussins gonflables SRS, comme les garni-
tures du volant et des montants avant et arrière, sont endommagées ou
craquelées, faites-les remplacer par votre concessionnaire Toyota.

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Ne placez rien sur le siège du passager avant, comme un coussin par
exemple. Cela a pour conséquence de répartir le poids du passager sur
toute la surface du siège, ce qui empêche le capteur de détecter correcte-
ment le poids du passager. En conséquence, les coussins gonflables fron-
taux SRS du passager avant risquent de ne pas se déployer en cas de
collision.