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WARNING

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Avoiding battery fires or explosions
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidentally igniting the flam-
mable gas that may be emitted from the battery:

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Make sure each jumper cable is connected to the correct terminal and that
it is not unintentionally in contact with any other than the intended terminal.

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Do not allow the other end of the jumper cable connected to the “+” termi-
nal to come into contact with any other parts or metal surfaces in the area,
such as brackets or unpainted metal.

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Do not allow the + and - clamps of the jumper cables to come into contact
with each other.

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Do not smoke, use matches, cigarette lighters or allow open flame near
the battery.

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Battery precautions
The battery contains poisonous and corrosive acidic electrolyte, while
related parts contain lead and lead compounds. Observe the following pre-
cautions when handling the battery:

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When working with the battery, always wear safety glasses and take care
not to allow any battery fluids (acid) to come into contact with skin, clothing
or the vehicle body.

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Do not lean over the battery.

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In the event that battery fluid comes into contact with the skin or eyes,
immediately wash the affected area with water and seek medical attention.
Place a wet sponge or cloth over the affected area until medical attention
can be received.

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Always wash your hands after handling the battery support, terminals, and
other battery-related parts.

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Do not allow children near the battery.

NOTICE

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When handling jumper cables
When connecting the jumper cables, ensure that they do not become entan-
gled in the cooling fans or engine drive belt.

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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

● The needle of the engine coolant temperature gauge (→P. 79)

enters the red zone or a loss of engine power is experienced.
(For example, the vehicle speed does not increase.)

● “Engine Coolant Temp is High” is shown on the multi-information

display.

● Steam comes out from under the hood.

Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air conditioning sys-
tem, and then stop the engine.

If you see steam:
Carefully lift the hood after the steam subsides.

If you do not see steam:
Carefully lift the hood.

After the engine has cooled
down sufficiently, inspect the
hoses and radiator core (radia-
tor) for any leaks.

Radiator

Cooling fan

If a large amount of coolant
leaks, immediately contact your
Toyota dealer.

The coolant level is satisfactory
if it is between the “F” and “L”
lines on the reservoir.

Reservoir

“F” line

“L” line

Radiator cap

If your vehicle overheats

The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating:

Correction procedures

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Add engine coolant if neces-
sary.

Water can be used in an emer-
gency if engine coolant is unavail-
able.

Start the engine and turn the air conditioning system on to check
that the radiator cooling fans operate and to check for coolant leaks
from the radiator or hoses.

The fans operate when the air conditioning system is turned on immedi-
ately after a cold start. Confirm that the fans are operating by checking the
fan sound and air flow. If it is difficult to check these, turn the air condition-
ing system on and off repeatedly. (The fans may not operate in freezing
temperatures.)

If the fans are not operating:
Stop the engine immediately and contact your Toyota dealer.

If the fans are operating:
Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest Toyota dealer.

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WARNING

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When inspecting under the hood of your vehicle
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in serious injury such as burns.

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If steam is seen coming from under the hood, do not open the hood until
the steam has subsided. The engine compartment may be very hot.

●

Keep hands and clothing (especially a tie, a scarf or a muffler) away from
the fans and belts.

NOTICE

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When adding engine coolant
Wait until the engine has cooled down before adding engine coolant.
When adding coolant, do so slowly. Adding cool coolant to a hot engine too
quickly can cause damage to the engine.

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To prevent damage to the cooling system
Observe the following precautions:

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Avoid contaminating the coolant with foreign matter (such as sand or dust
etc.).

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Do not use any coolant additive.

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Do not loosen the radiator cap and the
coolant reservoir cap while the engine
and radiator are hot.
Serious injury, such as burns, may
result from hot coolant and steam
released under pressure.

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Stop the engine. Set the parking brake and shift the shift lever to P.

Remove the mud, snow or sand from around the front wheels.

Place wood, stones or some other material under the front wheels
to help provide traction.

Restart the engine.

Shift the shift lever to D or R and release the parking brake. Then,
while exercising caution, depress the accelerator pedal.

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When it is difficult to free the vehicle

If the vehicle becomes stuck

Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle
becomes stuck in mud, dirt or snow:

Press

to turn off TRAC.

WARNING

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When attempting to free a stuck vehicle
If you choose to push the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the
surrounding area is clear to avoid striking other vehicles, objects or people.
The vehicle may also lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes
free. Use extreme caution.

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When shifting the shift lever
Be careful not to shift the shift lever with the accelerator pedal depressed.
This may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle that may
cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.

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8-1. Specifications

: Unladen vehicle

Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)

Dimensions and weight

Overall length

195.3 in. (4960 mm)

Overall width

72.2 in. (1835 mm)

Overall height

57.5 in. (1460 mm)

Wheelbase

111.0 in. (2820 mm)

Tread

Front

62.6 in. (1590 mm)

Rear

62.2 in. (1580 mm)

Vehicle capacity weight
(Occupants + luggage)

930 lb. (420 kg)

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Vehicle identification number

The vehicle identification number (VIN) is the legal identifier for
your vehicle. This is the primary identification number for your
Toyota. It is used in registering the ownership of your vehicle.

This number is located on the
top left of the instrument panel.

This number is also on the Cer-
tification Label.

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Engine number

The engine number is stamped
on the engine block as shown.

Vehicle identification

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8-1. Specifications

: The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changing

the engine oil. Warm up and turn off the engine, wait more than 5 minutes,
and check the oil level on the dipstick.

Engine

Model

3.5L 6-cylinder (2GR-FE)

Type

6-cylinder V type, 4-cycle, gasoline

Bore and stroke

3.70

× 3.27 in. (94.0 × 83.0 mm)

Displacement

210.9 cu. in. (3456 cm

)

Valve clearance

Automatic adjustment

Drive belt tension

Automatic adjustment

Fuel

Fuel type

Unleaded gasoline only

Octane Rating

87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher

Fuel tank capacity
(Reference)

17.0 gal. (64.35 L, 14.2 Imp. gal.)

Lubrication system

Oil capacity
Drain and refill
(Reference

)

With filter
Without filter

6.4 qt. (6.1 L, 5.4 Imp. qt.)
6.0 qt. (5.7 L, 5.0 Imp. qt.)

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Engine oil selection

“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in your Toyota vehicle. Use
Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent to sat-
isfy the following grade and viscosity.

Oil grade: ILSAC GF-5 multigrade engine oil

Recommended viscosity: SAE 0W-20

SAE 0W-20 is the best choice
for good fuel economy and
good starting in cold weather.

If SAE 0W-20 is not available,
SAE 5W-20 oil may be used.
However, it must be replaced
with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil
change.

How to read oil container label

The International Lubricant
Specification Advisory Commit-
tee (ILSAC) Certification Mark
is added to some oil containers
to help you select the oil you
should use.

Outside temperature

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Cooling system

Capacity

9.7 qt. (9.2 L, 8.1 Imp. qt.)

Coolant type

Use either of the following:
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
• Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-

silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-borate
coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid tech-
nology

Do not use plain water alone.

Ignition system

Spark plug

Make

DENSO FK20HR11

Gap

0.043 in. (1.1 mm)

NOTICE

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Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark plug gap.

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: The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference.

If replacement is necessary, contact your Toyota dealer.

Electrical system

Battery

Open voltage at 68

°F

(20

°C):

12.6

⎯

12.8 V Fully charged

12.2

⎯

12.4 V Half charged

11.8

⎯

12.0 V Discharged

(Voltage is checked 20 minutes after the engine
and all lights are turned off.)

Charging rates

5 A max.

Automatic transaxle

Fluid capacity

6.9 qt. (6.5 L, 5.7 Imp. qt.)

Fluid type

Toyota Genuine ATF WS

NOTICE

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Automatic transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may cause
deterioration in shift quality, locking up of your transmission accompanied
by vibration, and ultimately damage the transmission of your vehicle.

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: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 112 lbf (500 N,

51 kgf) while the engine is running

: Parking brake pedal travel when depressed with a force of 67 lbf (300 N,

30.6 kgf).

Brakes

Pedal clearance

3.54 in. (90 mm) Min.

Pedal free play

0.04

⎯ 0.24 in. (1.0 ⎯ 6.0 mm)

Brake pad wear limit

0.04 in. (1.0 mm)

Parking brake lining wear limit

0.04 in. (1.0 mm)

Parking brake pedal travel

⎯ 10 clicks

Fluid type

SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3

Steering

Free play

Less than 1.2 in. (30 mm)

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Type A

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Type B

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Compact spare tire

Tires and wheels

Tire size

P215/55R17 93V

Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold
tire inflation pressure)

Front

33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm

or bar)

Rear

33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm

or bar)

Wheel size

× 7 J

Wheel nut torque

76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)

Tire size

P225/45R18 91V

Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold
tire inflation pressure)

Front

33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm

or bar)

Rear

33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm

or bar)

Wheel size

× 7 1/2 J

Wheel nut torque

76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)

Tire size

T155/70D17 110M

Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold
tire inflation pressure)

60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm

or bar)

Wheel size

× 4 T

Wheel nut torque

76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)

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A: D4S discharge bulbs

B: HB3L+ halogen bulbs

C: HB3 halogen bulbs

D: Wedge base bulbs (amber)

E: Wedge base bulbs (clear)

F: Double end bulbs

: Light bulbs not listed in this table are LED bulbs.

: If equipped

Light bulbs

Light bulbs

Bulb No.

Type

Exterior

Headlights

Low beam (discharge bulbs)

Low beam (halogen bulbs)

High beam

⎯

9005
9005

35
60
60

A
B
C

Front turn signal/parking lights

7444NA

28/8

Side marker lights (bulb type)

W5W

Side turn signal lights

WY5W

Rear turn signal lights

921

Back-up lights

921

Interior

Interior/front personal lights

W6W

Interior/rear personal lights

⎯

Vanity lights

7065

1.4

Door courtesy lights

168

Trunk light

194

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