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Toyota Verso (2017 year). Instruction - part 28

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■ If the coolant level drops within a short time after replenishing

Visually check the radiator, hoses, reservoir cap, radiator cap, drain cock

and water pump.

If you cannot find a leak, have any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or

another duly qualified and equipped professional, test the cap and check for

leaks in the cooling system.

■ Coolant selection

Gasoline engine

Only use “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or similar high quality eth-

ylene glycol based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-borate

coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid technology.

“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mixture of 50% coolant and 50%

deionized water. (Enabled: -35C [-31F])

Diesel engine

Only use “Toyota Genuine Premium Long Life Coolant 1WW/2WW” or

equivalent.

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“Toyota Genuine Premium Long Life Coolant 1WW/2WW” is pre-mixed

with 50% coolant and 50% deionized water. (Enabled: -35C [-31F])

For more details about engine coolant, contact any authorized Toyota dealer

or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.

WARNING

■ When the engine is hot

Do not remove the coolant reservoir cap.

The cooling system may be under pressure and may spray hot coolant if the

cap is removed, causing serious injuries, such as burns.

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NOTICE

■ When adding engine coolant

Coolant is neither plain water nor straight antifreeze. The correct mixture of

water and antifreeze must be used to provide proper lubrication, corrosion

protection and cooling. Be sure to read the antifreeze or coolant label.

■ If you spill coolant

Be sure to wash it off with water to prevent damage to parts or paint.

Radiator, condenser and intercooler

Check the radiator, condenser and intercooler (diesel engine only)

and clear any foreign objects.

If any of the above parts are extremely dirty or you are not sure of

their condition, have your vehicle checked by any authorized Toyota

dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped profes-

sional.

WARNING

■ When the engine is hot

Do not touch the radiator, condenser or intercooler, as they may be hot and

cause serious injuries, such as burns.

■ When the electric cooling fan may operate even after the engine has

been stopped (diesel engine only)

P. 445

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Battery

Check the battery as follows.

■ Caution symbols

The meanings of each caution symbol on the top of the battery are as

follows:

No smoking, no naked

Battery acid

flames, no sparks

Note operating

Shield eyes

instructions

Keep away from chil-

Explosive gas

dren

■ Battery exterior

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Make sure that the battery terminals are not corroded and that

there are no loose connections, cracks, or loose clamps.

Terminals

Hold-down clamp

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■ Checking battery fluid (batteries with vent plugs)

Check that the level is between

the “MAX” and “MIN” lines.

“MAX” line

“MIN” line

If the fluid level is at or below the

“MIN” line, add distilled water.

■ Adding distilled water (batteries with vent plugs)

Low

O.K.

Remove the vent plug.

Add distilled water.

If the “MAX” line cannot be seen, check the fluid level by looking

directly at the cell.

Put the vent plug back on and close it securely.

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■ Before recharging

When recharging, the battery produces hydrogen gas which is flammable

and explosive. Therefore, before recharging:

● If recharging with the battery installed on the vehicle, be sure to discon-

nect the ground cable.

● Make sure the power switch on the charger is off when connecting and

disconnecting the charger cables to the battery.

■ After recharging the battery (vehicles with smart entry & start system)

The engine may not start. Follow the procedure below to initialize the sys-

tem.

Shift the shift lever to “P” (Multidrive) or depress the brake pedal

with the shift lever in “N” (manual transmission).

Open and close any of the doors.

Restart the engine.

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WARNING

■ Chemicals in the battery

A battery contains poisonous and corrosive sulphuric acid and may produce

hydrogen gas which is flammable and explosive. To reduce the risk of death

or serious injury, take the following precautions while working on or near bat-

tery:

●Do not cause sparks by touching the battery terminals with tools.

●Do not smoke or light a match near the battery.

● Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothes.

●Never inhale or swallow electrolyte.

● Wear protective safety glasses when working near the battery.

● Keep children away from the battery.

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WARNING

■ Where to safely charge the battery

Always charge the battery in an open area. Do not charge the battery in a

garage or closed room where there is not sufficient ventilation.

■ How to recharge the battery (batteries without vent plugs)

Only perform a slow charge (5 A or less). The battery may explode if

charged at a quicker rate.

■ Emergency measures regarding electrolyte

●If electrolyte gets in your eyes

Flush your eyes with clean water for at least 15 minutes and get immedi-

ate medical attention. If possible, continue to apply water with a sponge or

cloth while traveling to the nearest medical facility.

●If electrolyte gets on your skin

Wash the affected area thoroughly. If you feel pain or burning, get medical

attention immediately.

● If electrolyte gets on your clothes

It can soak through clothing on to your skin. Immediately take off the cloth-

ing and follow the procedure above if necessary.

●If you accidentally swallow electrolyte

Drink a large quantity of water or milk. Get emergency medical attention

immediately.

NOTICE

■ When recharging the battery

Never recharge the battery while the engine is running. Also, be sure all

accessories are turned off.

■ When adding distilled water (batteries with vent plugs)

Avoid overfilling. Water spilled during battery recharging may cause corro-

sion.

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Washer fluid

If the fluid level is extremely low,

add washer fluid.

Raise the cap keeping your finger

pressed down on the hole in the

center and check the fluid level in

the tube.

WARNING

■ When refilling the washer fluid

Do not refill the washer fluid when the engine is hot or running, as the

washer fluid contains alcohol and may catch fire if spilled on the engine, etc.

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NOTICE

■ Do not use any fluid other than washer fluid

Do not use soapy water or engine antifreeze instead of washer fluid.

Doing so may cause streaking on the vehicle’s painted surfaces.

■ Diluting washer fluid

Dilute washer fluid with water as necessary.

Refer to the freezing temperatures listed on the label of the washer fluid bot-

tle.

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Fuel filter (diesel engine only)

It is necessary to drain water from the fuel filter in the following situa-

tions:

Fuel filter type A*: Every 20000 km (12000 miles)

Fuel filter type B*: A warning message is displayed on the multi-infor-

mation display and a buzzer sounds. (P. 554)

*: Contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified

and equipped professional for identifying the fuel filter type.

Have the fuel filter drained by any authorized Toyota dealer or

repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.

NOTICE

■ When there is water in the fuel filter

Do not drive continuously with water accumulated in the fuel filter. This will

cause damage to the fuel injection pump.

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Tires

Replace the tires when the treadwear indicators show.

■ Checking tires

Check if the treadwear indicators are showing on the tires. Also

check the tires for uneven wear, such as excessive wear on one

side of the tread.

Check the spare tire condition and pressure if not rotated.

New tread

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Worn tread

Treadwear indicator

The location of treadwear indicators is shown by a “TWI” or “

” mark,

etc., molded into the sidewall of each tire.

Replace the tires if the treadwear indicators are showing on a tire.

■ Tire rotation

Vehicles with a spare tire of different wheel type from the

installed tires or an emergency tire puncture repair kit (vehicles

with or without tire pressure warning system)

Rotate the tires in the order

shown.

To equalize tire wear and help

extend tire life, Toyota recom-

mends that you rotate your

Front

tires

approximately every

10000 km (6000 miles).

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Vehicles with a spare tire of the same wheel type from the

installed tires (vehicles without tire pressure warning system)

Rotate the tires in the order

shown.

To equalize tire wear and help

extend tire life, Toyota recom-

Front

mends that you rotate your

tires

approximately every

10000 km (6000 miles).

■ Tire pressure warning system (if equipped)

Your vehicle is equipped with a tire pressure warning system that

uses tire pressure warning valves and transmitters to detect low

tire inflation pressure before serious problems arise.

If the tire pressure drops below a predetermined level, the driver is

warned by a warning light. (P. 546)

Installing tire pressure warning valves and transmitters (if equipped)

When replacing tires or wheels, tire pressure warning valves and

transmitters must also be installed.

When new tire pressure warning valves and transmitters are

installed, new ID codes must be registered in the tire pressure warn-

ing computer and the tire pressure warning system must be initial-

ized. Have tire pressure warning valve and transmitter ID codes

registered by any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another

duly qualified and equipped professional. (P. 471)

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Initializing the tire pressure warning system (if equipped)

■ The tire pressure warning system must be initialized in the fol-

lowing circumstances:

● When rotating front and rear tires which have different tire infla-

tion pressures

● When the tire inflation pressure is changed such as when

changing traveling speed

● When changing the tire size

When the tire pressure warning system is initialized, the current

tire inflation pressure is set as the benchmark pressure.

■ How to initialize the tire pressure warning system

(if

equipped)

Park the vehicle in a safe place and turn the engine switch to

the “LOCK” position (vehicles without smart entry & start sys-

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tem) or the “ENGINE START STOP” switch off (vehicles with

smart entry & start system).

Initialization cannot be performed while the vehicle is moving.

Adjust the tire inflation pressure to the specified cold tire infla-

tion pressure level. (P. 639)

Make sure to adjust the tire pressure to the specified cold tire infla-

tion pressure level. The tire pressure warning system will operate

based on this pressure level.

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).

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Press and hold the tire pressure

warning reset switch until the tire

pressure warning light blinks

slowly 3 times.

Vehicles without smart entry & start system: Wait for a few

minutes with the engine switch in the “ON” position and then

turn the engine switch to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position.

Vehicles with smart entry & start system: Wait for a few min-

utes with the “ENGINE START STOP” switch in IGNITION ON

mode and then turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch off.

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Registering ID codes (vehicles with the tire pressure warning system)

The tire pressure warning valve and transmitter is equipped with a

unique ID code. When replacing a tire pressure warning valve and

transmitter, it is necessary to register the ID code. Have the ID code

registered by any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another

duly qualified and equipped professional.

■ When to replace your vehicle’s tires

Tires should be replaced if:

●The treadwear indicators are showing on a tire.

● You have tire damage such as cuts, splits, cracks deep enough to

expose the fabric or bulges indicating internal damage

● A tire goes flat repeatedly or cannot be properly repaired due to the size

or location of a cut or other damage

If you are not sure, consult with any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or

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another duly qualified and equipped professional.

■ Replacing tire and wheels (vehicles with the tire pressure warning sys-

tem)

If the ID code of the tire pressure warning valve and transmitter is not regis-

tered, the tire pressure warning system will not work properly. After driving

for about 10 minutes, the tire pressure warning light blinks for 1 minute and

stays on to indicate a system malfunction.

■ Tire life

Any tires over 6 years old must be checked by a qualified technician even if

they have seldom or never been used or damage is not obvious.

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■ Tire pressure warning system certification

The latest “DECLARATION of CONFORMITY” (DoC) is available at the follow-

ing address:

http://www.globaldenso.com/en/products/oem/index.html

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The latest “DECLARATION of CONFORMITY” (DoC) is available at the follow-

ing:

DoC address: http://www.pacific-ind.co.jp/eng/products/car/tpms/doc/

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