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Tire inflation pressure check interval
You should check tire inflation pressure every two weeks, or at least

once a month.

Do not forget to check the spare.

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Inspection and adjustment procedure

Tire valve
Tire pressure gauge

Remove the tire valve cap.
Press the tip of the tire pressure gauge onto the tire valve.
Read the pressure using the graduations of the gauge.
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
lower.
After completing the tire inflation pressure measurement
and adjustment, apply soapy water to the valve and check
for leakage.
Reinstall the tire valve cap.

STEP

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Effects of incorrect tire inflation pressure
Driving with incorrect tire inflation pressure may result in the following:

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Reduced fuel efficiency

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Reduced driving comfort and tire life

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Reduced safety

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Damage to the drive train

If a tire needs frequent refilling, have it checked by your Toyota dealer.

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Instructions for checking tire inflation pressure
When checking tire inflation pressure, observe the following:

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Check only when the tires are cold.
If your vehicle has been parked for at least 3 hours and has not been
driven for more than 1 mile or 1.5 km, you will get an accurate cold
tire inflation pressure reading.

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Always use a tire pressure gauge.
The appearance of the tire can be misleading. In addition, tire infla-
tion pressures that are even just a few pounds off can degrade ride
and handling.

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Do not bleed or reduce tire inflation pressure after driving. It is normal
for the tire inflation pressure to be higher after driving.

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Never exceed the vehicle capacity weight.
Passengers and luggage weight should be placed so that the vehicle
is balanced.

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CAUTION

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Proper inflation is critical to save tire performance
Keep your tires properly inflated. Otherwise, the following conditions
may occur and result in an accident causing death or serious injury.

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Excessive wear

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Uneven wear

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Poor handling

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Possibility of blowouts resulting from overheated tires

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Poor sealing of the tire bead

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Wheel deformation and/or tire separation

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A greater possibility of tire damage from road hazards

NOTICE

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When inspecting and adjusting tire inflation pressure
Be sure to reinstall the tire valve caps.
Without the valve caps, dirt or moisture could get into the valve and
cause air leakage, which could result in an accident. If the caps have
been lost, replace them as soon as possible.

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Wheels

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

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Wheel selection
When replacing wheels, care should be taken to ensure that
they are equivalent to those removed in load capacity, diameter,
rim width, and inset*.
Replacement wheels are available at your Toyota dealer.

*: Conventionally referred to as “offset”.

Toyota does not recommend using:

● Wheels of different sizes or types
● Used wheels
● Bent wheels that have been straightened

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Aluminum wheel precautions
● Use only Toyota wheel nuts and 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 balance weights or equivalent and

use a plastic or rubber hammer when balancing your wheels.

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When replacing wheels
The wheels of your Toyota, except for the compact spare tire, are
equipped with tire pressure warning valves and transmitters that allow
the tire pressure warning system to provide advanced warning in the
event of a loss in tire inflation pressure. Whenever wheels are replaced,
the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters must be installed.
(

→P. 350)

CAUTION

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When replacing wheels

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Do not use wheels that are a different size from those recommended in
the Owner’s Manual, as this may result in loss of handling control.

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Never use an inner tube in a leaking wheel which is designed for a
tubeless tire. Doing so may result in an accident, causing serious
injury or death.

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When installing the wheel nuts

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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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Be sure to install the wheel nuts with
the tapered end facing inward. Install-
ing the nuts with the tapered end fac-
ing outward can cause wheel to
break and eventually cause a wheel
to come off while driving, which could
lead to an accident resulting in death
or serious injury.

Tapered
portion

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Air conditioning filter

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

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Removal method

Turn the engine switch OFF.

Open the glove box. Slide off
the damper.

Push in each side of the glove
box to disconnect the claws.

Remove the filter cover.

STEP

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Checking interval
Replace the air conditioning filter according to the maintenance schedule. In

dusty areas or areas with heavy traffic flow, early replacement may be

required. (For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to the

“Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”.)

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If air flow from the vents decreases dramatically
The filter may be clogged. Check the filter and replace if necessary.

NOTICE

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When using the air conditioning system
Make sure that a filter is always installed.

Using the air conditioning system without a filter may cause damage to the

system.

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Replacement method

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

The “↑UP” marks shown on

the filter should be pointing up.

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Key battery (vehicles with wireless remote control)

Replace the battery with a new one if it is discharged.

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You will need the following items:
● Flathead screwdriver (To prevent damage to the key, cover

the tip of the screwdriver with a rag.)

● Lithium battery CR2025

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Replacing the battery

Remove the cover.

Remove the module.

Open the case cover using a
flathead screwdriver pro-
tected with tape etc. and
remove the depleted battery.

Insert a new battery with the
“+” terminal facing up.

STEP

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If the key battery is discharged

The following symptoms may occur.

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The wireless remote control will not function properly.

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The operational range is reduced.

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Use CR2025 lithium battery

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Batteries can be purchased at your Toyota dealer, jewelers, or camera
stores.

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Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by your
Toyota dealer.

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Dispose of used batteries according to the local laws.

CAUTION

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Removed battery and other parts

These parts are small and if swallowed by a child, they can cause choking.
Keep away from children. Failure to do so could result in death or serious
injury.

NOTICE

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For normal operation after replacing the battery

Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents.

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Always work with dry hands.
Moisture may cause the battery to rust.

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Do not touch or move any other components inside the remote control.

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Do not bend either of the battery terminals.

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Checking and replacing fuses

If any of the electrical components do not operate, a fuse may have
blown. If this happens, check and replace the fuses as necessary.

Turn the engine switch OFF.
Open the fuse box cover.

Engine compartment

Push the tab in and lift the lid
off.

Under the driver’s side instrument panel

Remove the lid.

After a system failure, see “Fuse layout and amperage rat-
ings” (→P. 372) for details about which fuse to check.

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Take out the pullout tool.

Only type A fuse can be
removed using the pullout tool.

For type A and B fuses: Remove the fuse.
Check if the fuse has blown.

Type A

Normal fuse
Blown fuse

Replace it with one of an
appropriate amperage rating.
The amperage rating can be
found on the fuse box lid.

Type B

Normal fuse
Blown fuse

Replace it with one of an
appropriate amperage rating.
The amperage rating can be
found on the fuse box lid.

STEP

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Fuse layout and amperage ratings

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Engine compartment

Fuse

Ampere

Circuit

CDS FAN

30 A

Electric cooling fan(s)

RDI FAN

40 A

Electric cooling fan(s)

ABS NO. 3

30 A

Anti-lock brake system, vehicle sta-
bility control system

ABS NO. 1

50 A

Anti-lock brake system, vehicle sta-
bility control system

HTR

50 A

Air conditioning system

ALT

120 A

Charging system, RDI FAN, CDS
FAN, ABS NO. 1, ABS NO. 3, PWR
OUTLET/INVERTER, HTR, HTR
SUB NO. 1, HTR SUB NO. 3, ACC,
CIG, ECU-IG NO. 2, HTR-IG,
WIPER, RR WIPER, WASHER,
ECU-IG NO. 1, AM1, 4WD, DOOR,
STOP, FR DOOR, POWER, RR
DOOR, RL DOOR, OBD, ACC-B,
FR FOG, SUNROOF, DEF, MIR
HTR, TAIL, PANEL

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EPS

60 A

Electric power steering

P/I

50 A

EFI MAIN, HORN, IG2

H-LP MAIN

50 A

H-LP LH LO, H-LP RH LO, H-LP
LH HI, H-LP RH HI

EFI NO. 2

10 A

Emission control system

EFI NO. 1

10 A

Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system

H-LP RH HI

10 A

Right-hand headlight (high beam)

H-LP LH HI

10 A

Left-hand headlight (high beam)

H-LP RH LO

10 A

Right-hand headlight (low beam)

H-LP LH LO

10 A

Left-hand headlight (low beam)

ETCS

10 A

Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system

TURN-HAZ

10 A

Turn signal lights, emergency
flashers

ALT-S

7.5 A

Charging system

AM2 NO. 2

7.5 A

Starting system, multiport fuel
injection system/sequential multi-
port fuel injection system

AM2

30 A

Starting system, multiport fuel
injection system/sequential multi-
port fuel injection system

STRG LOCK

20 A

No circuit

IG2 NO. 2

7.5 A

Starting system

ECU-B2

10 A

PTC heater

ECU-B

10 A

Main body ECU, gauge and
meters, daytime running light sys-
tem

RAD NO. 1

15 A

Audio system

Fuse

Ampere

Circuit

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