Toyota Hilux (2017 year). Manual - part 144

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If “VISIT YOUR DEALER”/“Visit your dealer” is shown on the multi-infor-
mation display
The system or part shown on the multi-information display is malfunctioning.
Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and equipped professional immediately.

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Warning buzzer
In some cases, the buzzer may not be heard due to being in a noisy location
or audio sound.

WARNING

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If a warning light comes on or a warning buzzer sounds when a warn-
ing message is shown on the multi-information display
Check and follow the message shown on the multi-information display. Fail-
ure to do so may result in death or serious injury.

NOTICE

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While the engine oil level warning is displayed
Continued engine operation with low engine oil will damage the engine.

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If “WATER ACCUMULATION IN FUEL FILTER SEE OWNER’S MAN-
UAL”/“Water accumulation in fuel filter See owner’s manual” is shown
on the multi-information display
Never drive the vehicle if the warning message is displayed. Continued driv-
ing with water accumulated in the fuel filter will damage the fuel injection
pump.

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If you have a flat tire

● Stop the vehicle in a safe place on a hard, flat surface.
● Set the parking brake.
● Shift the shift lever to P (automatic transmission) or R (manual

transmission).

● Stop the engine.
● Turn on the emergency flashers. (→P. 556)

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Vehicles without spare tire

Your vehicle is not equipped with a spare tire. 
If your have a flat tire, we recommend having your vehicle towed
by any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly quali-
fied and equipped professional or a commercial towing service.

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Vehicles with spare tire

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

→P. 518

WARNING

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If you have a flat tire
Do not continue driving with a flat tire. 
Driving even a short distance with a flat tire can damage the tire and the
wheel beyond repair, which could result in an accident.

Before jacking up the vehicle

Location of the spare tire

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Single-cab models

The jack and tools are stored
behind the seat.

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Smart-cab models

The jack and tools are stored
under the lid.

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Double-cab models

The jack and tools are stored
under the bottom cushion.

Location of the jack and tools

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Using the tire jack
Improper use of the tire jack may cause the vehicle to suddenly fall off the
jack, leading to death or serious injury.

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Do not use the tire jack for any purpose other than replacing tires or install-
ing and removing tire chains.

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Only use the tire jack that comes with this vehicle for replacing a flat tire. 
Do not use it on other vehicles, and do not use other tire jacks for replac-
ing tires on this vehicle.

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Make sure the tire jack can be moved properly.

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Always check that the tire jack is securely set to the correct jack up point.

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Do not put any part of your body under the vehicle while it is supported by
the jack.

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Do not start or run the engine while your vehicle is supported by the jack.

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Do not raise the vehicle while someone is inside.

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When raising the vehicle, do not put an object on or under the jack.

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Do not raise the vehicle to a height greater than that required to replace
the tire.

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Use a jack stand if it is necessary to get under the vehicle.

Take particular care when lowering the vehicle to ensure that no one work-
ing on or near the vehicle may be injured.

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Using the jack handle
Insert the square head securely until you hear a click to prevent the exten-
sion parts from coming apart unexpectedly.

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Do not continue jacking up once the yel-
low caution line has appeared.

Yellow 
caution line