Toyota Verso (2017 year). Instruction - part 27
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service precautions
If you perform maintenance yourself, be sure to follow the correct
procedures as given in these sections.
Items
Parts and tools
• Warm water
• Baking soda
• Grease
Battery condition
(P. 461)
• Conventional wrench
(for terminal clamp bolts)
• Distilled water
Gasoline engine
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or
similar high quality ethylene glycol
based non-silicate, non-amine, non-
nitrite and non-borate coolant with
long-life hybrid organic acid technol-
ogy. “Toyota Super Long Life Cool-
ant” is pre-mixed with 50% coolant
and 50% deionized water.
• Funnel (used only for adding cool-
ant)
Diesel engine
Engine coolant level
• “Toyota Genuine Premium Long Life
(P. 458)
Coolant 1WW/2WW” or equivalent.
“Toyota Genuine Premium Long Life
Coolant 1WW/2WW” is pre-mixed
with 50% coolant and 50% deion-
ized water.
Contact any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped professional,
for usage of any other approved
engine coolant of matching quality.
• Funnel (used only for adding cool-
ant)
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Items
Parts and tools
Gasoline engine
• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or
equivalent
• Rag or paper towel, funnel (used
only for adding oil)
Diesel engine
• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil
5W-30 Premium Fuel Economy for
Engine oil level
P. 453)
1WW/2WW engines”
Contact any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped professional,
for usage of any other approved
engine oil of matching quality.
• Rag or paper towel, funnel (used
only for adding oil)
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• Fuse with same amperage rating as
Fuses
(P. 491)
original
Radiator, condenser and
intercooler
(P. 460)
Tire inflation pressure
• Tire pressure gauge
(P. 479)
• Compressed air source
• Water washer fluid containing anti-
Washer fluid
(P. 465)
freeze (for winter use)
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WARNING
The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may
move suddenly, become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death
or serious injury, observe the following precautions.
■ When working on the engine compartment
● Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from the moving fan and engine
drive belt.
● Be careful not to touch the engine, radiator, exhaust manifold, etc. right
after driving as they may be hot. Oil and other fluids may also be hot.
●Do not leave anything that may burn easily, such as paper or rags, in the
engine compartment.
●Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel or the bat-
tery. Fuel and battery fumes are flammable.
● Be extremely cautious when working on the battery. It contains poisonous
and corrosive sulphuric acid.
● Take care because brake fluid can harm your hands or eyes and damage
painted surfaces.
If fluid gets on your hands or in your eyes, flush the affected area with
clean water immediately.
If you still experience discomfort, see a doctor.
■ When working near the electric cooling fan or radiator grille
● Vehicles without smart entry & start system: Be sure the engine switch is
in the “LOCK” position.
With the engine switch in the “ON” position, the electric cooling fan may
automatically start to run if the air conditioning is on and/or the coolant
temperature is high. (P. 460)
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WARNING
■ When working near the electric cooling fan or radiator grille
● Vehicles with smart entry & start system: Be sure the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch is off.
With the “ENGINE START STOP” switch in IGNITION ON mode, the elec-
tric cooling fan may automatically start to run if the air conditioning is on
and/or the coolant temperature is high. (P. 460)
●Diesel engine only: After the temperature in the engine compartment has
become high, the electric cooling fan may operate even after the engine
has been stopped.
■ Safety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or falling material, fluid spray, etc. from
getting in the eyes.
NOTICE
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■ If you remove the air cleaner filter
Driving with the air cleaner filter removed may cause excessive engine wear
due to dirt in the air.
■ If the brake fluid level is low or high
It is normal for the brake fluid level to go down slightly as the brake pads
wear or when the fluid level in the accumulator is high.
If the reservoir needs frequent refilling, it may indicate a serious problem.
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Hood
Release the lock from the inside of the vehicle to open the hood.
Pull the hood lock release
lever.
The hood will pop up slightly.
Pull up the hood catch and lift
the hood.
Hold the hood open by insert-
ing the supporting rod into the
slot.
When moving the supporting
rod, hold the support rod cover.
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WARNING
■ Pre-driving check
Check that the hood is fully closed and locked.
If the hood is not locked properly, it may open while the vehicle is in motion
and cause an accident, which may result in death or serious injury.
■ When moving the support rod
High temperatures in the engine compartment cause the support rod to
become extremely hot.
When moving the supporting rod, be sure to hold the support rod cover to
prevent burns.
■ After installing the support rod into the slot
Make sure the rod supports the hood securely, so that it will not fall down
onto your head or body.
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■ When closing the hood
Be sure to return the support rod to its clip before closing the hood. Closing
the hood with the support rod up could cause the hood to bend.
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Positioning a floor jack
When raising your vehicle with a floor jack, position the jack cor-
rectly. Improper placement may damage your vehicle or cause injury.
Front
Rear
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WARNING
■ When raising your vehicle
Make sure to observe the following to reduce the possibility of death or seri-
ous injury.
●Lift up the vehicle using a floor jack
such as the one shown in the illustra-
tion.
●When using a floor jack, follow the instructions of the manual provided with
the jack.
●Do not use the jack that was supplied with your vehicle.
●Do not put any part of your body or get underneath the vehicle supported
only by the floor jack.
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●Always use floor jack and/or automotive jack stands on a solid, flat, level
surface.
●Do not start the engine while the vehicle is supported by the floor jack.
● Stop the vehicle on level firm ground, firmly set the parking brake and put
the shift lever in “P” (Multidrive) or “R” (manual transmission).
● Make sure to set the floor jack properly at the jack point.
Raising the vehicle with an improperly positioned floor jack will damage
the vehicle and may cause the vehicle to fall off the floor jack.
●Do not raise the vehicle while someone is in the vehicle.
● When raising the vehicle, do not place any objects on top of or underneath
the floor jack.
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Engine compartment
Gasoline engine
Washer fluid tank (P. 465)
Fuse box
(P. 491)
Engine coolant reservoir
Battery
(P. 461)
(P. 458)
Electric cooling fan
Engine oil level dipstick
Condenser
(P. 460)
(P. 453)
Radiator
(P. 460)
Engine oil filler cap
(P. 455)
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Diesel engine
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Washer fluid tank (P. 465)
Fuel filter
(P. 466)
Engine coolant reservoir
Fuse box
(P. 491)
(P. 458)
Battery
(P. 461)
Engine oil filler cap
Condenser
(P. 460)
(P. 455)
Electric cooling fans
Engine oil level dipstick
Intercooler
(P. 460)
(P. 453)
Radiator
(P. 460)
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Engine compartment cover
■ Removing the engine compartment cover
■ Installing the clips
Push up center portion
Insert
Press
NOTICE
■ After installing an engine compartment cover
Make sure that the cover is securely installed in its original position.
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Engine oil
With the engine at operating temperature and turned off, check the oil
level on the dipstick.
■ Checking the engine oil
Park the vehicle on level ground. After warming up the engine
and turning it off, wait more than 5 minutes for the oil to drain
back into the bottom of the engine.
Hold a rag under the end and pull the dipstick out.
Gasoline engine
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Diesel engine
Wipe the dipstick clean.
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Reinsert the dipstick fully.
Holding a rag under the end, pull the dipstick out and check
the oil level.
Gasoline engine
Low
Normal
Excessive
The shape of the dipstick may
differ depending on the type of
vehicle or engine.
Diesel engine
Low
Normal
Excessive
The shape of the dipstick may
differ depending on the type of
vehicle or engine.
Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it fully.
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■ Adding engine oil
If the oil level is below or near
the low level mark, add engine
oil of the same type as already in
the engine.
Make sure to check the oil type and prepare the items needed before
adding oil.
Engine oil selection
P. 628
Oil quantity
Gasoline engine
(Low Full)
1.5 L (1.6 qt., 1.3 Imp.qt.)
Diesel engine
1.2 L (1.3 qt., 1.1 Imp.qt.)
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Items
Clean funnel
Remove the oil filler cap by turning it counterclockwise.
Add engine oil slowly, checking the dipstick.
Install the oil filler cap by turning it clockwise.
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■ Engine oil consumption
A certain amount of engine oil will be consumed while driving. In the follow-
ing situations, oil consumption may increase, and engine oil may need to be
refilled in between oil maintenance intervals.
● When the engine is new, for example directly after purchasing the vehicle
or after replacing the engine
●If low quality oil or oil of an inappropriate viscosity is used
●When driving at high engine speeds or with a heavy load, when towing,
or when driving while accelerating or decelerating frequently
●When leaving the engine idling for a long time, or when driving frequently
through heavy traffic
The oil maintenance interval is variable and depending on the vehicle usage
condition.
■ After changing the engine oil (diesel engine only)
The engine oil maintenance should be reset. Perform the following proce-
dures:
Turn the engine switch to the “ON” position (vehicles without smart
entry & start system) or the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to
IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with smart entry & start system) and
then switch the display to the trip meter A. (P. 224)
Turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position (vehicles without
smart entry & start system) or “ENGINE START STOP” switch off
(vehicles with smart entry & start system).
While pressing the display change button
(P. 224), turn the engine switch to the
“ON” position
(vehicles without smart
entry & start system) or the
“ENGINE
START STOP” switch to IGNITION ON
mode (vehicles with smart entry & start
system) and the message shown in the
illustration will appear on the display.
Continue to press and hold the button until the meter displays
“00000”, and then the system reset will be completed.
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WARNING
■ Used engine oil
●Used engine oil contains potentially harmful contaminants which may
cause skin disorders such as inflammation or skin cancer, so care should
be taken to avoid prolonged and repeated contact. To remove used engine
oil from your skin, wash thoroughly with soap and water.
●Dispose of used oil and filters only in a safe and acceptable manner. Do
not dispose of used oil and filters in household trash, in sewers or onto the
ground. Call any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped professional, service station or auto parts store for
information concerning recycling or disposal.
●Do not leave used engine oil within the reach of children.
NOTICE
■ To prevent serious engine damage
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Check the oil level on regular basis.
■ When replacing the engine oil
●Be careful not to spill engine oil on the vehicle components.
● Avoid overfilling, as the engine could be damaged.
●Check the oil level on the dipstick every time you refill the vehicle.
● Be sure the engine oil filler cap is properly tightened.
■ Engine oil (diesel engine only)
Using engine oil other than “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil 5W-30 Premium Fuel
Economy for 1WW/2WW engines” or any other approved engine oil, may
damage the engine.
If “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil 5W-30 Premium Fuel Economy for 1WW/2WW
engines” or any other approved engine oils are not available at the time, up
to 1 L (1.1 qt., 0.9 Imp.qt.) of ACEA C3 can be used to refill. (P. 633)
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Engine coolant
The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the “FULL” and “LOW”
lines on the reservoir when the engine is cold.
Gasoline engine
Reservoir cap
“FULL”
“LOW”
If the level is on or below the
“LOW” line, add coolant up to the
“FULL” line.
Diesel engine
Reservoir cap
“FULL”
“LOW”
If the level is on or below the
“LOW” line, add coolant up to the
“FULL” line.
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