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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance

Maintenance and care

2.4 L 4-cylinder (2AZ-FE) engine

Engine coolant reservoir

(→P. 360)

Engine oil filler cap

(→P. 357)

Engine oil level dipstick

(→P. 356)

Brake fluid reservoir

(→P. 361)

Fuse box (→P. 389)

Battery (→P. 364)

Radiator (→P. 361)

Electric cooling fans

Condenser (→P. 361)

Washer fluid tank (→P. 366)

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Abbreviation/Acronym List1
For Your Information3
Vehicle Control and Operation Data Recording4
Installation of a Mobile Two-Way Radio System4
Event Data Recorder5
Disclosure of the EDR Data6
Table of Contents9
Keys10
Vehicles with Smart Key System10
Vehicles Without Smart Key System (Type A)10
When Riding in an Aircraft11
Using the Mechanical Key (Vehicles with Smart Key System)11
Key Number Plate11
Opening, Closing and Locking the Doors and Trunk13
Smart Key System13
Unlocking and Locking the Doors (Front Door Handles Only)14
Unlocking the Trunk14
Antenna Location and Effective Range15
When Unlocking the Trunk16
When Starting the Engine16
When Locking or Unlocking the Doors16
Effective Range16
Operation Signals17
Conditions Affecting Operation17
Switching the Door Unlock Function18
Battery-Saving Function18
Electronic Key Battery Depletion19
To Operate the System Properly19
Note for the Smart Key System19
Alarms and Warning Indicators20
When the Vehicle Is Not Driven for Extended Periods20
Security Feature20
When an Alarm Sounds21
If the Smart Key System Does Not Operate Properly22
Wireless Remote Control24
Door Lock Buzzer25
Panic Mode25
Key Battery Depletion26
Doors29
Rear Door Child-Protector Lock30
Inside Lock Button30
Automatic Door Locking and Unlocking Systems31
Setting and Canceling the Functions32
Opening the Trunk from Inside the Vehicle35
Trunk Opener Cancelling System36
Internal Trunk Release Lever36
Adjustable Components39
Front Seats39
Power Seat (Driver's Side Only)39
Active Head Restraints40
Manual Seat40
Rear Seats42
Before Folding down the Rear Seat42
Folding down Rear Seatbacks42
Adjustable Components (Seats, Mirrors, Steering Wheel)44
Head Restraints44
Adjusting the Rear Center Seat Head Restraint45
Installing the Head Restraints45
Adjusting the Height of the Head Restraints45
Seat Belts46
Correct Use of the Seat Belts46
Fastening and Releasing the Seat Belt46
Seat Belt Comfort Guide (Outside Rear Seats)47
Adjusting the Height of the Belt (Front Seats)47
Seat Belt Pretensioners (Front Seats)48
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR)49
Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)49
Pregnant Women49
People Suffering Illness49
Child Seat Belt Usage50
Replacing the Belt after the Pretensioner Has Been Activated50
Seat Belt Extender50
Rear Outside Seat Belt50
Steering Wheel54
Auto Anti-Glare Inside Rear View Mirror55
Manual Anti-Glare Inside Rear View Mirror55
Anti-Glare Inside Rear View Mirror55
Adjusting the Height of Rear View Mirror56
To Prevent Sensor Error56
Outside Rear View Mirrors57
Folding Back the Mirrors57
Mirror Angle Can be Adjusted When58
When the Mirrors Are Fogged up58
Before Driving58
When Driving58
- Lock Switch59
- Power Windows59
- Operating the Power Windows after Turning the Engine off60
- The Power Windows Can be Operated When60
- Moon Roof61
- Opening and Closing61
- Tilt up and down61
- Jam Protection Function62
- Operating the Moon Roof after Turning the Engine off62
- The Moon Roof Can be Operated When62
- To Reduce Moon Roof Wind Noise62
- If the Moon Roof Closes but then Re-Opens Slightly63
- If the Moon Roof Tilts down but then Tilts Back up63
- When the Moon Roof Does Not Close Normally63
- Before Refueling the Vehicle65
- Opening the Fuel Tank Cap65
- Closing the Fuel Tank Cap66
- Fuel Tank Capacity66
- Fuel Type66
- Engine Immobilizer System69
- Conditions that May Cause the System to Malfunction70
- System Maintenance70
- Correct Driving Posture72
- Safety Information72
- Front Airbags74
- Side Airbags and Curtain Shield Airbags74
- SRS Airbags74
- Airbag System Components75
- If the SRS Airbags Deploy (Inflate)76
- SRS Airbag Deployment Conditions (Front Airbags)77
- Conditions under Which the SRS Airbags May Deploy (Inflate)78
- Types of Collisions that May Not Deploy the SRS Airbag (Front Airbags)78
- When to Contact Your Toyota Dealer80
- Front Passenger Occupant Classification System86
- Conditions/Operation Offront Passenger Occupant Classification System87
- There Is a Malfunction in the System88
- Unoccupied88
- Child Restraint Systems91
- Points to Remember91
- Booster Seat92
- Forward Facing ⎯ Convertible Seat92
- Rear Facing ⎯ Infant Seat/Convertible Seat92
- Types of Child Restraints92
- Selecting an Appropriate Child Restraint System93
- Installing Child Restraints95
- Installation with LATCH System96
- Installing Child Restraints Using a Seat Belt98
- Removing a Child Restraint Installed with a Seat Belt101
- Child Restraint Systems with a Top Tether Strap102
- Laws and Regulations Pertaining to Anchorages103
- Driving Procedures107
- Driving the Vehicle107
- Automatic Transmission108
- Manual Transmission108
- Parking the Vehicle108
- Driving in the Rain109
- Engine Speed While Driving109
- Starting on a Steep Uphill109
- Breaking in Your New Toyota110
- Drum-In-Disc Type Parking Brake System110
- Operating Your Vehicle in a Foreign Country110
- Engine (Ignition) Switch (Vehicles with Smart Key System)118
- Starting the Engine118
- Changing “ENGINE START STOP” Switch Mode119
- Auto Power off Function120
- If the Engine Does Not Start120
- Steering Lock Release120
- Changing Engine Switch Position123
- Turning the Engine Switch from “ACC” to “LOCK”123
- Key Reminder Buzzer124
- Shifting the Shift Lever126
- Multi-Mode Type127
- Shift Position Uses128
- Changing Shift Ranges in S Mode (Multi-Mode Type)129
- Downshifting Restrictions (Standard Type)130
- Shift Ranges and Their Functions130
- Ai-Shift131
- When Driving with Cruise Control Activated131
- Maximum Allowable Speeds132
- If the Indicators Flash Faster than Usual133
- Turn Signal Lever133
- Turn Signals Can be Operated When133
- Parking Brake134
- After Adjusting the Steering Wheel135
- Horn135
- Gauges and Meters136
- Instrument Cluster136
- Instrument Panel Light Control138
- Indicators and Warning Lights139
- Center Panel140
- Indicators141
- Warning Lights142
- Instantaneous Fuel Consumption143
- Multi-Information Display143
- Outside Temperature143
- Switch the Display143
- Average Fuel Consumption144
- Driving Range144
- Average Vehicle Speed145
- Elapsed Time145
- Headlight Switch147
- Operating the Lights and Wipers147
- Turning on the High Beam Headlights148
- Daytime Running Light Control Sensor149
- Daytime Running Light System149
- Light Reminder Buzzer149
- Fog Light Switch151
- Windshield Wipers and Washer153
- Wash/Wipe Operation154
- If no Windshield Washer Fluid Sprays155
- The Windshield Wipers and Washers Can be Operated When155
- Cruise Control156
- Setting the Vehicle Speed156
- Adjusting the Set Speed157
- Accelerating after Setting the Vehicle Speed158
- Canceling and Resuming the Constant Speed Control158
- Cruise Control Can be Set When158
- Automatic Cruise Control Cancelation159
- If the Cruise Control Indicator Light Flashes159
- Driving Assist Systems160
- When VSC and TRAC Are Operating160
- Automatic Reactivation of TRAC and VSC161
- To Disable TRAC And/Or VSC161
- Turning off TRAC161
- Turning off TRAC and VSC161
- Capacity and Distribution164
- Cargo and Luggage164
- Example on Your Vehicle165
- Seating Capacity167
- Total Load Capacity167
- Trailer Weight Rating167
- Vehicle Load Limits167
- Before Driving the Vehicle168
- Pre-Winter Preparations168
- Winter Driving Tips168
- Selecting Tire Chains169
- When Driving the Vehicle169
- When Parking the Vehicle169
- Regulations on the Use of Snow Chains170
- Snow Chain Installation170
- GCWR (Gross Combination Weight Rating)172
- Towing Related Terms172
- Trailer Towing172
- GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)173
- GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)173
- TWR (Trailer Weight Rating)174
- Unbraked TWR (Unbraked Trailer Weight Rating)174
- Tongue Weight175
- Weight Limits175
- GCWR, TWR and Unbraked TWR176
- Trailer Tongue Weight177
- Connecting Trailer Lights178
- Hitch178
- Positions for Towing Hitch Receiver and Hitch Ball178
- Trailer Towing Tips179
- Before Towing182
- Matching Trailer Ball Height to Trailer Coupler Height182
- Break-In Schedule183
- Maintenance183
- After the Trailer Swaying Has Stopped184
- If Trailer Sway Occurs184
- If Trailer Swaying Occurs184
- Dinghy Towing (Automatic Transmission)188
- Dinghy Towing (Manual Transmission)189
- Necessary Equipment and Accessories189
- Towing Your Vehicle with 4 Wheels on the Ground189
- Automatic Air Conditioning System191
- Using the Air Conditioning System and Defogger191
- Using the Automatic Mode191
- Adjusting the Fan Speed192
- Adjusting the Settings192
- Adjusting the Temperature Setting192
- Changing the Air Outlets192
- Switching Air Intake Modes193
- Adjusting the Position of and Opening and Closing the Air Outlets194
- Defogging the Windshield194
- Switching between Outside Air and Recirculated Air Modes195
- Using the Recirculated Air Mode195
- Window Defogger Feature195
- Air Conditioning Odors196
- Manual Air Conditioning System197
- Adjusting the Temperature Setting (Air Conditioning System)198
- Adjusting the Temperature Setting (Heater)198
- Selecting the Air Outlets199
- Outside Rear View Mirror Defoggers204
- Rear Window and Outside Rear View Mirror Defoggers204
- Vehicles with Automatic Air Conditioning System204
- Vehicles with Manual Air Conditioning System204
- Audio System Types205
- With Display Audio System206
- About Bluetooth207
- Using Cellular Phones207
- Using the Radio217
  - Scanning Radio Stations218
  - Setting Station Presets218
  - Reception Sensitivity219
  - Switching the Display219
  - Certifications for the Radio Tuner220
- Using the CD Player221
  - Fast-Forwarding and Reversing Tracks222
  - Selecting a Track222
  - Random Playback223
  - Repeat Play223
  - Scanning Tracks223
  - Selecting a Track from a Track List (Type B)223
  - Display224
  - CD Player Protection Feature225
  - Discs that Can be Used225
  - Error Messages225
- Playing Back MP3 and WMA Discs228
  - Returning to the First Folder229
  - Scanning the First File of All the Folders229
  - Selecting a Folder and File from a Folder List229
  - Selecting and Scanning a Folder229
  - Selecting and Scanning Files230
  - Compatible Media234
  - MP3 and WMA Files234
  - MP3 File Compatibility234
  - WMA File Compatibility234
  - Compatible Disc Formats235
  - File Names235
  - ID3 and WMA Tags235
  - Multi-Sessions235
  - Extensions236
  - Playback236
  - Connecting an Ipod237
- Operating an Ipod237
  - Control Panel238
  - Play Mode List239
  - Selecting a Play Mode239
  - Selecting a List240
  - Selecting a Song from the Song List240
  - Selecting Songs240
  - Adjusting Sound Quality and Volume Balance241
  - Fast-Forwarding and Reversing Songs241
  - Shuffle Playback241
  - About Ipod242
  - Ipod Functions242
  - Compatible Models244
  - Connecting a USB Memory246
- Operating a USB Memory246
  - Scanning a Folder248
  - Selecting a Folder248
  - Selecting Files248
  - Scanning Files249
  - USB Memory250
  - USB Memory Functions250
- Optimal Use of the Audio System254
  - Adjusting Sound Quality255
  - Changing Sound Quality Modes255
  - Using the Audio Control Function255
  - Adjusting the Automatic Sound Levelizer (ASL)257
- Using the AUX Port258
- Using the Steering Wheel Audio Switches260
- Turning on the Power261
- Changing the Audio Source261
- Adjusting the Volume262
- Silencing a Sound262
- Selecting a Radio Station262
- Selecting a Track/File or Song263
- Selecting a Folder or Album263
- Bluetooth Audio/Phone264
- Using the Bluetooth264
- When Transferring Ownership of the Vehicle265
- Audio Unit267
- Microphone268
- Using the Bluetooth Audio/Phone for the First Time269
- Menu List of the Bluetooth Audio/Phone270
- Scanning an Album272
- Operating a Bluetooth Enabled Portable Player272
- Selecting an Album272
- Making a Phone Call275
- Receiving a Phone Call275
- Operations During a Call275
- Dialing by Selecting a Name276
- Speed Dialing276
- Dialing by Entering the Number276
- When Receiving a Phone Call277
- Dialing from Call Histories277
- Transferring a Call278
- Muting Your Voice278
- Inputting Digits278
- Adjusting the Ringtone Volume When Receiving a Call279
- When Talking on the Phone279
- Automatic Volume Adjustment279
- Using the “SET UP” Menu (“Bluetooth” Menu)280
- Deleting a Registered Cellular Phone281
- Listing the Registered Cellular Phones281
- Registering a Portable Player281
- Listing the Registered Portable Players282
- Connecting the Registered Portable Player to the Audio System282
- Deleting the Registered Portable Player282
- Changing the Passkey283
- Setting Automatic Connection of the Device on or off283
- Displaying the Device Status284
- Setting the Automatic Connection Confirmation Display to on or off284
- Initializing All the Settings285
- Initializing the Device Information285
- Initializing the Sound Settings285
- Using the “SET UP” Menu (“Phone” Menu)286
- Adding a New Phone Number287
- Setting Speed Dials287
- Deleting Call Histories288
- Deleting Outgoing Call History288
- Deleting Incoming Call History288
- Deleting Missed Call History289
- Deleting a Number from All Call Histories289
- Setting Call Volume290
- Deleting a Registered Phone Number290
- Deleting Another Cellular Phone’s Phonebook290
- Setting Ringtone Volume291
- Setting Ringtone291
- Transferring Call Histories291
- Interior Lights List292
- Illuminated Entry System293
- To Prevent the Battery from Being Discharged293
- Interior Light294
- Personal Lights (Vehicles Without Moon Roof)294
- Personal/Interior Lights (Vehicles with Moon Roof)295
- List of Storage Features296
- Glove Box297
- Console Box297
- When Using the Console Box Lid as an Armrest298
- Cup Holders299
- Adjusting the Size of the Cup Holder300
- Auxiliary Boxes302
- Bottle Holders304
- Sun Visors305
Interior Fea- Tures305
- Vanity Mirrors306
- Clock307
- The Clock Is Displayed When307
- Ashtray308
- Cigarette Lighter309
- The Power Outlet Can be Used When310
- Power Outlet310
- Seat Heaters311
- Floor Mat313
- Compass314
- Calibrating the Compass315
- Deviation Calibration315
- Circling Calibration316
- Conditions Unfavorable for Correct Operation316
- Aluminum Wheels318
- Automatic Car Washes318
- High Pressure Car Washes318
- Cleaning and Protecting the Vehicle Exterior318
4-1. Maintenance and Care318
- Bumpers319
- Cleaning and Protecting the Vehicle Interior320
- Protecting the Vehicle Interior320
- Cleaning the Leather Areas320
- Synthetic Leather Areas320
- Caring for Leather Areas321
- Shampooing the Carpets321
- General Maintenance323
- Scheduled Maintenance323
- Do-It-Yourself Maintenance323
- Maintenance Requirements323
- Reset the Maintenance Data324
- Engine Compartment325
- Vehicle Interior326
- Vehicle Exterior327
- Your Vehicle May Not Pass the I/M Test328
- Emission Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) Programs328
- If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes on328
- Do-It-Yourself Service Precautions329
- Hood333
- Positioning a Floor Jack335
- Engine Oil340
- Checking the Engine Oil340
- Adding Engine Oil341
- Engine Oil Consumption342
- Engine Coolant344
- If the Coolant Level Drops Within a Short Time after Replenishing344
- Coolant Selection344
- Radiator and Condenser345
- Brake Fluid345
- Checking Fluid Level345
- Adding Fluid346
- Brake Fluid Can Absorb Moisture from the Air347
- After Recharging the Battery (Vehicles with Smart Key System)348
- Battery Exterior348
- Before Recharging348
- Battery348
- Washer Fluid350
- Checking Tires352
- Tire Rotation352
- Installing Tire Pressure Warning Valves and Transmitters353
- Initializing the Tire Pressure Warning System353
- How to Initialize the Tire Pressure Warning System353
- Registering ID Codes354
- When to Replace Your Vehicle’s Tires355
- Replacing Tires and Wheels355
- Tire Life355
- Maximum Load of Tire355
- Low Profile Tires (Vehicles with 17-Inch Tires)356
- Tire Types356
- If You Push the Tire Pressure Warning Reset Switch Accidentally356
- Tire Pressure Warning System Certification357
- Routine Tire Inflation Pressure Checks357
- Tire Inflation Pressure360
- Inspection and Adjustment Procedure361
- Tire Inflation Pressure Check Interval361
- Effects of Incorrect Tire Inflation Pressure362
- Instructions for Checking Tire Inflation Pressure362
- Wheel Selection364
- Aluminum Wheel Precautions364
- When Replacing Wheels365
- Removal Method367
- Air Conditioning Filter367
- Replacement Method368
- Checking Interval368
- If Air Flow from the Vents Decreases Dramatically368
- Key Battery369
- Replacing the Battery369
- Replacing the Battery (Vehicles Without Smart Key System)370
- If the Key Battery Is Discharged372
- Use the Following Types of Lithium Battery372
- Checking and Replacing Fuses373
- Under the Driver’s Side Instrument Panel373
- Driver’s Side Instrument Panel374
- Fuse Layout and Amperage Ratings377
- After a Fuse Is Replaced382
- If There Is an Overload in the Circuits382
- Light Bulbs383
- Rear Bulb Locations384
- Headlight High Beams and Daytime Running Lights385
- Headlight Low Beams385
- Replacing Light Bulbs385
- Front Fog Lights386
- Front Turn Signal/Parking Lights and Front Side Marker Lights388
- Stop/Tail and Rear Side Marker Lights, and Rear Turn Signal Lights390
- Back-Up Light391
- License Plate Lights392
- LED High Mounted Stoplight392
- Condensation Build-Up on the Inside of the Lens393
- Removing and Installing the Fender Liner Clip393
- Emergency Flashers395
- If Your Vehicle Needs to be Towed396
- Emergency Towing397
- Emergency Towing Procedure398
- Towing with a Sling-Type Truck399
- Towing with a Wheel-Lift Type Truck from the Front399
- Towing with a Wheel-Lift Type Truck from the Rear400
- Using a Flat Bed Truck400
- Operational Symptoms401
- Visible Symptoms401
- Audible Symptoms401
- If You Think Something Is Wrong401
- Fuel Pump Shut off System402
- Steps to Take in an Emergency403
- If a Warning Light Turns on or a Warning Buzzer Sounds403
- Stop the Vehicle Immediately403
- Follow the Correction Procedures405
- Open Door Warning Buzzer407
- Driver's and Front Passenger’s Seat Belt Warning Buzzers407
- The Tire Pressure Warning Light May Turn on Due to Natural Causes408
- SRS Warning Light408
- When the Tire Pressure Warning Light Comes on408
- Front Passenger Detection Sensor and Passenger Seat Belt Reminder408
- When a Tire Is Replaced with a Spare Tire409
- If the Tire Pressure Warning System Is Inoperative409
- If You Have a Flat Tire415
- Before Jacking up the Vehicle415
- Location of the Spare Tire, Jack and Tools415
- Taking out the Jack416
- Taking out the Spare Tire417
- Replacing a Flat Tire418
- Installing the Tire420
- Replacing a Steel Wheel with a Compact Spare Tire421
- Replacing an Aluminum Wheel with a Compact Spare Tire421
- The Compact Spare Tire422
- If You Have a Flat Front Tire on a Road Covered with Snow or Ice422
- When Using the Compact Spare Tire422
Vehicle424
- If the Engine will Not Start427
- Emergency Start Function (Vehicles with Smart Key System)428
- If the Shift Lever Cannot be Shifted from P429
- If You Lose Your Keys430
- If the Electronic Key Does Not Operate Properly431
- Changing “ENGINE START STOP” Switch Modes and Starting the Engine432
- If the Battery Is Discharged433
- Connecting the Jumper Cables434
- Charging the Battery436
- Avoiding a Discharged Battery436
- If Your Vehicle Overheats439
- If the Vehicle Becomes Stuck442
- Specifications446
- Maintenance Data446
- Dimensions and Weights446
- Vehicle Identification446
- Engine Number448
- Lubrication System450
- Fuel450
- Engine Oil Selection451
- Cooling System453
- Ignition System453
- Fuel Information458
- Fuel Tank Opening for Unleaded Gasoline458
- Gasoline Quality458
- If Your Engine Knocks458
- Compact Spare Tire461
- Full-Size Tire461
- Typical Tire Symbols461
- Typical DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN)463
- Tire Size464
- Typical Tire Size Information464
- Tire Dimensions464
- Tire Section Names465
- Uniform Tire Quality Grading465
- Temperature A, B, C466
- Traction AA, A, B, C466
- Treadwear466
- Glossary of Tire Terminology467
- Customizable Features473
- Items to Initialize477
- Reporting Safety Defects for U.S. Owners479
- Alphabetical Index492
- What to Do If...503
- Warning Lights505
- Gas Station Information506

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