Toyota 86 (2020 year). Manual in english - part 5

257

2-5. Driving information

2

Wh
en drivin

g

(6)If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be

transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how
this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your
vehicle.
(



P. 458)

Toyota  does  not  recommend  towing  a  trailer  with  your  vehicle. Your
vehicle is not designed for trailer towing. 

Calculation formula for your vehicle

Cargo capacity
Total  load  capacity  (vehicle
capacity weight) (



P. 458)

When  2  people  with  the  combined  weight  of A  lb.  (kg)  are  riding  in
your vehicle, which has a total load capacity (vehicle capacity weight)
of B lb. (kg), the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity
will be C lb. (kg) as follows: 

B*

2

 lb. (kg) - A*

1

 lb. (kg) = C*

3

 lb. (kg)

*

1

: A =Weight of people 

*

2

: B =Total load capacity 

*

3

: C =Available cargo and luggage load

In this condition, if 2 more passengers with the combined weight of D
lb. (kg) get on, the available cargo and luggage load will be reduced E
lb. (kg) as follows: 

C lb. (kg) - D*

4

 lb. (kg) = E*

5

 lb. (kg)

*

4

: D =Additional weight of people 

*

5

: E =Available cargo and luggage load

258

2-5. Driving information

As  shown  in  the  example  above,  if  the  number  of  occupants
increases, the cargo and luggage load will be reduced by an amount
that equals the increased weight due to the additional occupants. In
other  words,  if  an  increase  in  the  number  of  occupants  causes  an
excess of the total load capacity (combined weight of occupants plus
cargo and luggage load), you must reduce the cargo and luggage on
your vehicle. 

WARNING

■

Things that must not be carried in the trunk

The following things may cause a fire if loaded in the trunk:

●

Receptacles containing gasoline

●

Aerosol cans

259

2-5. Driving information

2

Wh
en drivin

g

WARNING

■

Storage precautions

Observe the following precautions. 
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.

●

Stow cargo and luggage in the trunk whenever possible.

●

To prevent cargo and luggage from sliding forward during braking, do
not stack anything in the enlarged trunk. Keep cargo and luggage low,
as close to the floor as possible.

●

When you fold down the rear seats, long items should not be placed
directly behind the front seats.

●

Never allow anyone to ride in the enlarged trunk. It is not designed for
passengers. They should ride in their seats with their seat belts prop-
erly fastened. Otherwise, they are much more likely to suffer death or
serious bodily injury, in the event of sudden braking, sudden swerving
or an accident.

●

Do not place cargo or luggage in or on the following locations as the
item may get under the clutch, brake or accelerator pedal and prevent
the pedals from being depressed properly, block the driver’s vision, or
hit the driver or passengers, causing an accident:
• At the feet of the driver
• On the front passenger or rear seats (when stacking items)
• On the package tray
• On the instrument panel
• On the dashboard

●

Secure all items in the occupant compartment, as they may shift and
injure  someone  during  sudden  braking,  sudden  swerving  or  an  acci-
dent.

■

Capacity and distribution

●

Do  not  exceed  the  maximum  axle  weight  rating  or  the  total  vehicle
weight rating. 

●

Even if the total load of occupant's weight and the cargo load is less
than the total load capacity, do not apply the load unevenly. Improper
loading  may  cause  deterioration  of  steering  or  braking  control  which
may cause death or serious injury.

260

2-5. Driving information

Vehicle load limits

■

Total load capacity and seating capacity

These  details  are  described  on  the  tire  and  loading  information  label.
(



P. 353)

WARNING

■

Overloading the vehicle

Do not overload the vehicle. 
It may not only cause damage to the tires, but also degrade steering and
braking ability, resulting in an accident. 

Vehicle  load  limits  include  total  load  capacity,  seating  capacity,
towing capacity and cargo capacity. 

■

Total load capacity (vehicle capacity weight): (



P. 458)

Total load capacity means the combined weight of occupants, cargo
and luggage. 

■

Seating capacity

Seating capacity means the maximum number of occupants whose
estimated average weight is 150 lb. (68 kg) per person. 

■

Towing capacity

Toyota does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle. 

■

Cargo capacity

Cargo capacity may increase or decrease depending on the weight
and the number of occupants. 

261

2-5. Driving information

2

Wh
en drivin

g

Winter driving tips

Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving
the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropri-
ate to the prevailing weather conditions.

■

Pre-winter preparations

●

Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tem-
peratures.

• Engine oil
• Washer fluid

●

Have a service technician inspect the condition of the battery. 

●

Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires.

Make sure to install 4 tires that are of the specified size, and that
all 4 tires are the same size, same maker, same brand and tread
pattern.

■

Before driving the vehicle

Perform the following according to the driving conditions.

●

Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is
frozen. Pour warm water over the frozen area to melt the ice.
Wipe away the water immediately to prevent it from freezing.

●

To ensure proper operation of the climate control system fan,
remove any snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents
in front of the windshield.

●

Check for and remove any excess ice or snow that may have
accumulated  on  the  exterior  lights,  vehicle's  roof,  chassis,
around the tires or on the brakes.

●

Remove  any  snow  or  mud  from  the  bottom  of  your  shoes
before getting in the vehicle.

262

2-5. Driving information

●

If a door is opened and closed when its side window is frozen,
the  window  safety  device  will  operate  and  the  side  window
open/close function linked to door operation may not operate
correctly. If this occurs, perform the following after the ice has
melted.

Open the side window until it is approximately halfway open
with the door closed.
Fully close the window by pulling the switch up to the one-
touch closing position and continue holding the switch for 1
second or more after the window fully closes.

The window position is reset and the safety device operations will
be released.

■

When driving the vehicle

Accelerate the vehicle slowly, keep a safe distance between you
and the vehicle ahead, and drive at a reduced speed suitable to
road conditions.

■

When parking the vehicle (in the winter time or in the cold
latitudes)

Park the vehicle and move the shift lever to P (automatic trans-
mission)  or  1  or  R  (manual  transmission)  without  setting  the
parking  brake. The  parking  brake  may  freeze  up,  preventing  it
from being released. If necessary, block the wheels to prevent
inadvertent sliding or creeping.

STEP 

1 

STEP 

2 

263

2-5. Driving information

2

Wh
en drivin

g

Tire chains

Tire  chains  cannot  be  used  on  your  vehicle  because  of  the  lack  of
clearance between the tires and vehicle body.

When  tire  chains  cannot  be  used,  use  of  another  type  of  traction
device (such as spring chains) may be acceptable if use on your vehi-
cle is recommended by the device manufacturer, taking into account
tire size and road conditions. 
Follow  the  device  manufacturer's  instructions,  especially  regarding
maximum vehicle speed.

To  help  avoid  damage  to  your  vehicle,  drive  slowly,  readjust  or
remove the device if it is contacting your vehicle, and do not spin your
wheels. Damage caused to your vehicle by use of a traction device is
not covered under warranty.

Make  certain  that  any  traction  device  you  use  is  an  SAE  class  “S”
device, and use it on the rear wheels only. 
Always use the utmost care when driving with a traction device. Over-
confidence because you are using a traction device could easily lead
to a serious accident.

Selecting tire chains

We  recommend  that  you  consult  your Toyota  dealer  for  information
about the chains that you can use.

264

2-5. Driving information

WARNING

■

Driving with snow tires

Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents. 
Failure to do so may result in a loss of vehicle control and cause death or
serious injury.

●

Use  tires  of  the  specified  size,  and  that  are  the  same  size,  same
maker, same brand and tread pattern. 

●

Maintain the recommended level of air pressure.

●

Do not drive in excess of 75 mph (120 km/h), regardless of the type of
snow tires being used.

●

Use snow tires on all, not just some wheels.

NOTICE

■

Repairing or replacing snow tires

Request  repairs  or  replacement  of  snow  tires  from  Toyota  dealers  or
legitimate tire retailers.
This  is  because  the  removal  and  attachment  of  snow  tires  affects  the
operation of the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters.

■

Fitting tire chains

The tire pressure warning valves and transmitters may not function cor-
rectly when tire chains are fitted.

265

2-5. Driving information

2

Wh
en drivin

g

Trailer towing

Toyota  does  not  recommend  towing  a  trailer  with  your  vehicle.
Toyota  also  does  not  recommend  the  installation  of  a  tow  hitch  or
the use of a tow hitch carrier for a wheelchair, scooter, bicycle, etc.
Your Toyota is not designed for trailer towing or for the use of tow
hitch mounted carriers.

266

2-5. Driving information

Dinghy towing

NOTICE

■

To avoid serious damage to your vehicle

Do not tow your vehicle with four wheels on the ground.

Your vehicle is not designed to be dinghy towed (with 4 wheels on
the ground) behind a motor home. 

Interior features

3

267

3-1. Using the air 

conditioning system 
and defogger

Manual air conditioning 

system ...........................  268

Automatic air conditioning 

system ...........................  275

Rear window and outside 

rear view mirror 
defoggers.......................  284

3-2. Using the audio system

Using the AUX/

USB port ........................  286

Steering wheel audio 

switches .........................  287

Using the microphone ......  288

3-3. Using the interior lights

Interior lights list ...............  289
• Interior light ....................  290

3-4. Using the storage 

features

List of storage features ....  291
• Glove box.......................  292
• Bottle holders.................  293
• Cup holders/

console tray ...................  294

3-5. Other interior features

Sun visors ........................  296
Vanity mirrors...................  297
Clock ................................  298
Power outlets ...................  299
Seat heaters.....................  301
Floor mat..........................  303

268

3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger

Manual air conditioning system



Adjusting the settings

To adjust the fan speed, turn the fan speed control dial clock-
wise (increase) or counterclockwise (decrease).

Turning the dial to “0” turns off the fan.

To adjust the temperature setting, turn the temperature control
dial clockwise (warm) or counterclockwise (cool).

 is not pressed, the system will blow ambient temperature air

or heated air.

To select the air outlets, set the air outlet selection dial to the
desired position.

The  positions  between  the  air  outlet  selections  shown  below  can
also be selected for more delicate adjustment.



: If equipped

Fan speed control dial

Air outlet selection dial

Air conditioning on/off button

Temperature control dial

Outside air or recirculated air mode

STEP 

1 

STEP 

2 

STEP 

3 

269

3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger

3

Int

e

rior f

eatures

Defogging the windshield

Set the air outlet selection dial to

 position.

The  air  intake  is  automatically
switched to outside air mode. It is
not  possible  to  return  to  recircu-
lated air mode when the switch is
on.

Perform the following operations accordingly:

●

To adjust the fan speed, turn the fan speed control dial.

●

To adjust the temperature setting, turn the temperature con-
trol dial.

●

If  the  dehumidification  function  is  not  operating,  press

 to operate the dehumidification function.

To defog the windshield and the side windows early, turn the
air flow and temperature up.

STEP 

1 

STEP 

2 

270

3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger

■

Air outlets and air flow

Air flows to the upper body.

Air  flows  to  the  upper  body  and
feet.

Air flows to the feet.

Air  flows  to  the  feet  and  the
windshield defogger operates.

The  air  intake  is  automatically
switched to outside air mode. It is
not  possible  to  return  to  recircu-
lated air mode when the switch is
on.

271

3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger

3

Int

e

rior f

eatures

Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes

Press 

 .

The mode switches between outside air mode (introduces air from out-
side  the  vehicle)  (indicator  off)  and  recirculated  air  mode  (recycles  air
inside the vehicle) (indicator on) each time the button is pressed.

Adjusting the position of the air outlets

Center outlets

Direct air flow to the left or right,
up or down.

Right and left side outlets

Direct air flow to the left or right,
up or down.

When  defrosting  the  side  win-
dows, face the right and left side
outlets toward them.

272

3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger

Opening and closing the air outlets

Center outlets

Open the air outlet.
Close the air outlet.

Right and left side outlets

Open the vent.
Close the vent.

273

3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger

3

Int

e

rior f

eatures

■

For quick cooling

Turn the temperature control dial to the “MAX A/C” position and select the
recirculated air mode.

■

Fogging up of the windows

●

The windows will easily fog up when the humidity in the vehicle is high.

Turning 

 on will dehumidify the air from the outlets and defog the

windshield effectively. 

●

If you turn 

 off, the windows may fog up more easily.

●

The windows may fog up if the recirculated air mode is used.

■

When driving on dusty roads

Close all windows. If dust thrown up by the vehicle is still drawn into the vehi-
cle after closing the windows, it is recommended that the air intake mode be
set to outside air mode and the fan speed to any setting except off.

■

Outside/recirculated air mode

Setting to the recirculated air mode temporarily is recommended in prevent-
ing dirty air from entering the vehicle interior and helping to cool the vehicle
when the outside air temperature is high.

■

When the outside temperature falls to nearly 32°F (0°C) 

The  dehumidification  function  may  not  operate  even  when 

  is

pressed.

■

Ventilation and air conditioning odors

●

To let fresh air in, set the air conditioning system to the outside air mode.

●

During use, various odors from inside and outside the vehicle may enter
into and accumulate in the air conditioning system. This may then cause
odor to be emitted from the vents.

●

To reduce potential odors from occurring: 
It is recommended that the air conditioning system be set to outside air
mode prior to turning the vehicle off.

■

Air conditioning filter



P. 360

274

3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger

WARNING

■

To prevent the windshield from fogging up

Do  not  set  the  air  outlet  selection  dial  to 

  during  cool  air  operation  in

extremely  humid  weather.  The  difference  between  the  temperature  of  the
outside  air  and  that  of  the  windshield  can  cause  the  outer  surface  of  the
windshield to fog up, blocking your vision.

NOTICE

■

To prevent battery discharge

Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessary when the
engine is stopped.

275

3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger

3

Int

e

rior f

eatures

Automatic air conditioning system





: If equipped

Air outlets are automatically selected and fan speed is automatically
adjusted according to the set temperature setting.

*

1

: For the driver’s side

*

2

: For the front passenger’s side

Windshield defogger

Temperature control dial*

1

Outside air or recirculated air mode

Temperature setting 
display*

1

Off

Automatic 
mode

Dual operation button

Changes the air outlets used

Air conditioning on/off button

Temperature control dial*

2

Temperature setting 
display*

2

Fan speed control dial

Fan speed/Air 
outlet display

276

3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger

Using the automatic air conditioning system

Press 

.

The  dehumidification  function  begins  to  operate. Air  outlets,
fan  speed  and  the  air  conditioner  compressor  are  automati-
cally adjusted according to the temperature setting.
Turn temperature control dial clockwise to increase the tem-
perature and turn temperature control dial counterclockwise to
decrease the temperature on the driver’s side.

When 

 is pressed (the indicator on 

 is on) or the pas-

senger’s side temperature control dial is turned, the temperature for
the driver and passenger seats can be adjusted separately.

■

Automatic mode indicator

If the fan speed setting or air flow modes are operated, the auto-
matic mode indicator goes off. However, automatic mode for func-
tions other than that operated is maintained.

STEP 

1 

STEP 

2 

277

3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger

3

Int

e

rior f

eatures

Adjusting the settings manually

To adjust the fan speed, turn the fan speed control dial clock-
wise (increase) or counter-clock wise (decrease).

Press 

 to turn the fan off.

To adjust the temperature settings, turn the temperature con-
trol dial clockwise (warm) or counter-clock wise (cool).

To adjust the temperature control dial clockwise (warm) or counter-
clockwise (cool) on the passenger side to separately adjust the tem-
perature for the passenger and driver sides (dual mode). 

Press 

 (the indicator on 

 turns off) to return the driver

and passenger side temperatures to the same setting (simultaneous
mode).

The air conditioning system switches between dual and simultane-

ous modes each time 

 is pressed.

To change the air outlets, press 

.

The air outlets used are switched each time either side of the button
is pressed.

STEP 

1 

STEP 

2 

STEP 

3 

278

3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger

Defogging the windshield

Press 

.

The  dehumidification  function
operates 

and 

fan 

speed

increases. 
Set  the  outside/recirculated  air
mode  button  to  outside  air  mode
if  the  recirculated  air  mode  is
used.  (It  may  switch  automati-
cally.) 
To  defog  the  windshield  and  the
side  windows  early,  turn  the  air
flow and temperature up. 
To  return  to  the  previous  mode,

press 

 

again  when  the

windshield is defogged.

279

3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger

3

Int

e

rior f

eatures

Air outlets and air flow

Air flows to the upper body.

Air  flows  to  the  upper  body  and
feet.

Air flows to the feet.

Air  flows  to  the  feet  and  the
windshield defogger operates.

If  the  recirculated  air  mode  is
used, it may automatically switch
to the outside air mode.

280

3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger

Switching between outside air mode and recirculated air mode

Press 

.

The mode switches between outside air mode (indicator off) and recircu-

lated air mode (indicator on) each time 

 is pressed.

Adjusting the position of the air outlets

Center outlets

Direct air flow to the left or right,
up or down.

Right and left side outlets

Direct air flow to the left or right,
up or down.

When  defrosting  the  side  win-
dows, face the right and left side
outlets toward them.

281

3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger

3

Int

e

rior f

eatures

Opening and closing the air outlets

Center outlets

Open the air outlet.
Close the air outlet.

Right and left side outlets

Open the vent.
Close the vent.

282

3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger

■

Using automatic mode

Fan  speed  is  adjusted  automatically  according  to  the  temperature  setting
and the ambient conditions. 
Therefore, the fan may stop for a while until warm or cool air is ready to flow

immediately after 

 is pressed.

■

Fogging up of the windows

●

The windows will easily fog up when the humidity in the vehicle is high.

Turning 

 on will dehumidify the air from the outlets and defog the

windshield effectively. 

●

If you turn

 

 off, the windows may fog up more easily.

●

The windows may fog up if the recirculated air mode is used.

■

Outside/recirculated air mode

●

When driving on dusty roads such as tunnels or in heavy traffic, set the
outside/recirculated air mode button to the recirculated air mode. This is
effective  in  preventing  outside  air  from  entering  the  vehicle  interior.
During cooling operation, setting the recirculated air mode will also cool
the vehicle interior effectively.

●

Outside/recirculated  air  mode  may  automatically  switch  depending  on
the temperature setting or the inside temperature.

■

When the outside temperature falls to nearly 32



F (0



C)

The  dehumidification  function  may  not  operate  even  when

 

  is

pressed.

283

3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger

3

Int

e

rior f

eatures

■

Ventilation and air conditioning odors

●

To let fresh air in, set the air conditioning system to the outside air mode.

●

During use, various odors from inside and outside the vehicle may enter
into and accumulate in the air conditioning system. This may then cause
odor to be emitted from the vents.

●

To reduce potential odors from occurring: 

• It is recommended that the air conditioning system be set to outside air

mode prior to turning the vehicle off.

• The start timing of the blower may be delayed for a short period of time

immediately  after  the  air  conditioning  system  is  started  in  automatic
mode.

■

Air conditioning filter



P. 360

WARNING

■

To prevent the windshield from fogging up

Do not use 

 during cool air operation in extremely humid weather. The

difference between the temperature of the outside air and that of the wind-
shield can cause the outer surface of the windshield to fog up, blocking your
vision.

NOTICE

■

To prevent battery discharge

Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessary when the
engine is stopped.

284

3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger

Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers

The rear window defogger is used to defog the rear window. The out-
side  rear  view  mirror  defoggers

*

  are  used  to  remove  frost,  dew  or

raindrops from the outside rear view mirrors.

Vehicles with a manual air conditioning system

On/off

The  defoggers  will  automati-
cally  turn  off  after  approxi-
mately 15 minutes.

Vehicles with an automatic air conditioning system

On/off

The  defoggers  will  automati-
cally  turn  off  after  approxi-
mately 15 minutes.

*

: Vehicles with outside rear view mirror defoggers

285

3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger

3

Int

e

rior f

eatures

■

The defoggers can be operated when

Vehicles without a smart key system 

The engine switch is in the “ON” position.

Vehicles with a smart key system 

The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode.

■

The outside rear view mirror defoggers (vehicles with outside rear view
mirror defoggers)

Turning the rear window defogger on will turn the outside rear view mirror
defoggers on.

■

When continuous operation is set (vehicles with an automatic air con-
ditioning system)

During  continuous  operation,  the  defogger  stops  operating  for  2  minutes
after every 15 minutes of continual operation. Even during the 2 minutes that
operation  stops,  the  operating  light  remains  illuminated.  The  rear  window
defogger will continue to operate in this cycle until it is turned off.

■

Customization  that  can  be  configured  at  Toyota  dealer  (vehicles  with
an automatic air conditioning system)

The rear window defogger can be set to 15-minute operation or continuous
operation. (Customizable features 



P. 487)

WARNING

■

When the outside rear view mirror defoggers are on (vehicles with out-
side rear view mirror defoggers)

Do  not  touch  the  outside  surface  of  the  rear  view  mirrors,  as  they  can
become very hot and burn you.

NOTICE

■

To prevent battery discharge

Do not leave the rear window defogger on longer than necessary when the
engine is stopped.

286

3-2. Using the audio system

Using the AUX/USB port

■

Operating portable audio devices connected to the audio system

The  volume  and  sound  quality  can  be  adjusted  using  the  vehicle’s  audio
controls. All other adjustments must be made on the portable audio device
itself.

■

When using a portable audio device connected to the power outlet

Noise may occur during playback. Use the battery power source of the por-
table audio device to reduce noise.

This port can be used to connect a portable audio device and listen
to it through the vehicle’s speakers. 
Depending on the type of portable audio device, some device opera-
tion may not be available.

Open  the  cover  and  connect
the portable audio device.

287

3-2. Using the audio system

3

Int

e

rior f

eatures

Steering wheel audio switches

WARNING

To reduce the risk of an accident, exercise care when operating the audio
switches on the steering wheel.

Some  audio  features  can  be  controlled  using  the  switches  on  the
steering wheel.

Operation may differ depending on the type of audio system or navi-
gation  system.  For  details,  refer  to  the  manual  provided  with  the
audio system or navigation system.

288

3-2. Using the audio system

Using the microphone

The  microphone  can  be  used  for  the  voice  command  in  the
Bluetooth

®

 audio system or the hands-free phone system.

Operation may differ depending on the type of audio system or navi-
gation  system.  For  details,  refer  to  the  manual  provided  with  the
audio system or navigation system.

289

3

Int

e

rior f

eatures

3-3. Using the interior lights

Interior lights list

Interior light (



P. 290)

Engine switch light (vehicles without a smart key system)
“ENGINE START STOP” switch light (vehicles with a smart key
system)

290

3-3. Using the interior lights

Interior light

Turns the light off
Turns the door position on
Turns the light on

■

Illuminated entry system

Vehicles without a smart key system 

The lights automatically turn on/off according to the engine switch position,
whether  the  doors  are  locked/unlocked,  and  whether  the  doors  are  open/
closed.

Vehicles with a smart key system

The  lights  automatically  turn  on/off  according  to  “ENGINE  START  STOP”
switch  mode,  the  presence  of  the  electronic  key,  whether  the  doors  are
locked/unlocked, and whether the doors are open/closed.

■

To prevent battery discharge

If the following lights remain on when the door is not fully closed, the lights
will go off automatically after 20 minutes: 

●

Interior light (when the switch is in the “DOOR” position)

●

Engine switch light (vehicles without a smart key system)

●

“ENGINE START STOP” switch light (vehicles with a smart key system)

■

Customization that can be configured at Toyota dealer

Settings (e.g. the time elapsed before lights turn off) can be changed. 
(Customizable features 



P. 487)

Interior light

291

3

Int

e

rior f

eatures

3-4. Using the storage features

List of storage features

WARNING

■

Items that should not be left in the storage spaces

Do not leave glasses, lighters or spray cans in the storage spaces, as this
may cause the following when cabin temperature becomes high:

●

Glasses  may  be  deformed  by  heat  or  cracked  if  they  come  into  contact
with other stored items.

●

Lighters or spray cans may explode. If they come into contact with other
stored items, the lighter may catch fire or the spray can may release gas,
causing a fire hazard.

Glove box
Bottle holders
Cup holders/console tray

292

3-4. Using the storage features

Glove box

Pull  up  the  lever  to  open  the
glove box.

WARNING

■

Caution while driving

Keep the glove box closed. In the event of sudden braking or sudden swerv-
ing,  an  accident  may  occur  due  to  an  occupant  being  struck  by  the  open
glove box or the items stored inside.

Glove box

293

3-4. Using the storage features

3

Int

e

rior f

eatures

Bottle holders

■

When using the bottle holder

●

When storing a bottle, close the cap.

●

The bottle may not be stored depending on its size or shape.

WARNING

■

Items unsuitable for the bottle holder

Do not place anything other than a pet bottle in the bottle holders. 
Other items may be thrown out of the holders in the event of an accident or
sudden braking and cause injury.

NOTICE

■

Items unsuitable for the bottle holder

Put the cap on before stowing a bottle. Do not place open bottles in the bot-
tle holders, or glasses and paper cups containing liquid. The contents may
spill and glasses may break.

Bottle holders

294

3-4. Using the storage features

Cup holders/console tray

■

Changing the cup holder position

■

Changing the console tray size

Remove  the  cup  holder  and  change  the
holder position.

Remove the cup holder.

Cup holders/console tray

295

3-4. Using the storage features

3

Int

e

rior f

eatures

WARNING

■

Caution while driving

Observe the following precautions. 
Failure to do so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.

●

Before driving, place the cup holder in the rear position so that it does not
hinder shift lever operation.

■

Items unsuitable for the cup holder

Do not place anything other than cups or aluminum cans in the cup holders. 
Other items may be thrown out of the holders in the event of an accident or
sudden braking, causing injury. If possible, cover hot drinks to prevent burns.

●

When  placing  the  cup  holder,  make
sure  it  is  facing  the  correct  direction.
Failure  to  do  so  will  cause  the  cup
holder  to  not  be  secure  in  the  console
tray and hinder shift lever operation.

Cup holders/console tray

296

3-5. Other interior features

Sun visors

To  set  the  visor  in  the  for-
ward position, flip it down.
To  set  the  visor  in  the  side
position,  flip  down,  unhook,
and swing it to the side.

297

3-5. Other interior features

3

Int

e

rior f

eatures

Vanity mirrors

Open the cover to use.

298

3-5. Other interior features

Clock

■

The clock is displayed when

Vehicles without a smart key system 

The engine switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position.

Vehicles with a smart key system

The  “ENGINE  START  STOP”  switch  is  in ACCESSORY  or  IGNITION  ON
mode.

■

When disconnecting and reconnecting battery terminals

The clock data will be reset.

The clock can be adjusted by pressing the buttons.

Adjusts the hours
Adjusts the minutes
Rounds  to  the  nearest
hour

*

*

: e.g.1:00 to 1:29 



 1:00

1:30 to 1:59 



 2:00

00

299

3-5. Other interior features

3

Int

e

rior f

eatures

Power outlets

The power outlet can be used for 12 V accessories that run on 10 A
or less.

In the console tray

In the glove box

300

3-5. Other interior features

■

The power outlet can be used when

Vehicles without a smart key system 

The engine switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position.

Vehicles with a smart key system

The  “ENGINE  START  STOP”  switch  is  in ACCESSORY  or  IGNITION  ON
mode.

■

When turning the engine switch off

Disconnect electrical devices with charging functions, such as mobile battery
packs. 
If such devices are left connected, the engine switch may not be turned off
normally.

NOTICE

■

To avoid damaging the power outlet

Close the power outlet lid when the power outlet is not in use. 
Foreign objects or liquids that enter the power outlet may cause a short cir-
cuit.

■

To prevent the fuse from being blown

Do not use an accessory that uses more than 12 V 10 A.

■

To prevent battery discharge

Do not use the power outlet longer than necessary when the engine is not
running.

301

3-5. Other interior features

3

Int

e

rior f

eatures

Seat heaters



■

The seat heaters can be used when

The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode.

■

When not in use

Turn the seat heater off. The indicator light goes off.

Press  the  switch  to  warm  the
seats.

The  indicator  light  comes  on
when  a  seat  heater  is  turned
on.

Rapid heating
Normal heating



: If equipped

302

3-5. Other interior features

WARNING

■

Burns

●

Use  caution  when  seating  the  following  persons  in  a  seat  with  the  seat
heater on to avoid the possibility of burns:

• Babies,  small  children,  the  elderly,  the  sick  and  the  physically  chal-

lenged

• Persons with sensitive skin
• Persons who are fatigued
• Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep (sleeping

drugs, cold remedies, etc.)

●

Do not cover the seat with anything when using the seat heater. 
Using the seat heater with a blanket or cushion increases the temperature
of the seat and may lead to overheating.

●

Do  not  use  the  seat  heater  more  than  necessary.  Doing  so  may  cause
minor burns or overheating.

NOTICE

■

To prevent seat heater damage

Do not put heavy objects that have an uneven surface on the seat and do
not stick sharp objects (needles, nails, etc.) into the seat.

■

To prevent battery discharge

Turn the seat heaters off when the engine is not running.

303

3-5. Other interior features

3

Int

e

rior f

eatures

Floor mat

Use  only  floor  mats  designed  specifically  for  vehicles  of  the  same
model  and  model  year  as  your  vehicle.  Fix  them  securely  in  place
onto the carpet.

Front

Driver’s seat floor mat
Front passenger’s seat floor
mat
Retaining  hook  (clip)  eye-
lets

Rear

Rear seat floor mats 

■

Installing the floor mats (front)

Insert  the  retaining  hooks
(clips)  into  the  floor  mat  eye-
lets.

Turn  the  upper  knob  of  each
retaining hook (clip) to secure
the floor mats in place.

*

: Always align the 



 marks.

The shape of the retaining hooks (clips) may differ from that shown in the
illustration. 

STEP 

1 

STEP 

2 

*

304

3-5. Other interior features

WARNING

Observe the following precautions. 
Failure to do  so may cause  the driver's floor mat to  slip, possibly interfering
with the pedals while driving. An unexpectedly high speed may result or it may
become difficult to stop the vehicle. This could lead to an accident, resulting in
death or serious injury.

■

When installing a floor mat 

●

Do not use floor mats designed for other models or different model year
vehicles, even if they are Toyota Genuine floor mats.

●

Driver’s seat floor mat: Only use floor mats designed for the driver's seat.

●

Front: Always install the floor mat securely using the retaining hooks (clips)
provided.

●

Do not use two or more floor mats on top of each other.

●

Do not place the floor mat bottom-side up or upside-down.

■

Before driving

●

Front:  Check  that  the  floor  mat  is
securely fixed in the correct place with
all the provided retaining hooks (clips).
Be  especially  careful  to  perform  this
check after cleaning the floor.

●

Driver’s  seat:  With  the  engine  stopped
and the shift lever in P (automatic trans-
mission)  or  N  (manual  transmission),
fully depress each pedal to the floor to
make sure it does not interfere with the
floor mat.

305

3-5. Other interior features

3

Int

e

rior f

eatures

NOTICE

■

When installing a rear floor mat

Make  sure  that  the  rear  floor  mats  are
installed  in the  correct  position. If  a floor
mat is positioned incorrectly, it may inter-
fere with the seat rail or other parts when
a  front  seat  is  moved  forward  or  back-
ward, damaging the vehicle or floor mat.

306

3-5. Other interior features

Maintenance and care

4

307

4-1. Maintenance and care

Cleaning and protecting 

the vehicle exterior.........  308

Cleaning and protecting 

the vehicle interior..........  312

Cleaning and protecting 

the Alcantara

®

 area .......  316

4-2. Maintenance

Maintenance 

requirements..................  318

General maintenance.......  320
Emission inspection and 

maintenance (I/M) 
programs........................  323

4-3. Do-it-yourself 

maintenance

Do-it-yourself service 

precautions ....................  324

Hood ................................  327
Positioning a floor jack .....  329
Engine compartment........  331
Tires .................................  345
Tire inflation pressure ......  353
Wheels .............................  357
Air conditioning filter.........  360
Wireless remote control/

electronic key battery.....  363

Checking and replacing 

fuses ..............................  367

Light bulbs........................  375

308

4-1. Maintenance and care

Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior

■

Automatic car washes

●

Fold the mirrors before washing the vehicle. Start washing from the front
of the vehicle. Make sure to extend the mirrors before driving.

●

Brushes used in automatic car washes may scratch the vehicle surface
and harm your vehicle’s paint.

■

High pressure car washes

As  water  may  enter  the  cabin,  do  not  bring  the  nozzle  tip  near  the  gaps
around the doors or perimeter of the windows, or spray these areas continu-
ously.

Perform the following to protect the vehicle and maintain it in prime
condition.

●

Working from top to bottom, liberally apply water to the vehicle
body, wheel wells and underside of the vehicle to remove any
dirt and dust.

●

Wash the vehicle body using a sponge or soft cloth, such as a
chamois.

●

For hard-to-remove marks, use car wash soap and rinse thor-
oughly with water.

●

Wipe away any water.

●

Wax the vehicle when the waterproof coating deteriorates.

If water does not bead on a clean surface, apply wax when the vehicle
body is cool.

309

4-1. Maintenance and care

4

Mainten

ance an

d ca

re

■

Aluminum wheels

●

Remove any dirt immediately by using a neutral detergent.

●

Wash detergent off with water immediately after use.

●

To  protect  the  paint  from  damage,  make  sure  to  observe  the  following
precautions.

• Do not use acidic, alkaline or abrasive detergent
• Do not use hard brushes
• Do not use detergent on the wheels when they are hot, such as after

driving or parking in hot weather

■

Brake (vehicles with brembo brake)

●

Painted brake calipers

• When using detergent, use neutral detergent. Do not use hard brushes

or abrasive cleaners, as they will damage the paint.

• Do not use detergent on the brake calipers when they are hot.
• Wash detergent off immediately after use.

●

Rust may form if the vehicle is parked with wet brake pads or disc rotors,
causing them to stick. Before parking the vehicle after it is washed, drive
slowly and apply the brakes several times to dry the parts.

■

Parts containing resin such as the bumper

Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners.

■

Plated portions

If dirt cannot be removed, clean the parts as follows:

●

Use a soft cloth dampened with an approximately 5% solution of neutral
detergent and water to clean the dirt off.

●

Wipe the surface with a dry, soft cloth to remove any remaining moisture.

●

To remove oily deposits, use alcohol wet wipes or a similar product.

310

4-1. Maintenance and care

WARNING

■

When washing the vehicle

Do not apply water to the inside of the engine compartment. Doing so may
cause the electrical components etc. to catch fire.

■

Precautions regarding the exhaust pipes

Exhaust  gasses  cause  the  exhaust  pipes  and  rear  bumper  diffusers  to
become quite hot.

When washing the vehicle, be careful not to touch the pipes and diffusers
until  they  have  cooled  sufficiently,  as  touching  hot  exhaust  pipes  and  rear
bumper diffusers can cause burns.

NOTICE

■

To prevent paint deterioration and corrosion on the body and compo-
nents (aluminum wheels etc.)

●

Wash the vehicle immediately in the following cases:

• After driving near the sea coast
• After driving on salted roads
• If you see coal tar or tree sap on the paint surface
• If you see dead insects, insect droppings or bird droppings on the paint
• After driving in an area contaminated with soot, oily smoke, mine dust,

iron powder or chemical substances

• If the vehicle becomes heavily soiled in dust or mud
• If liquids such as benzene and gasoline are spilled on the paint surface

●

If the paint is chipped or scratched, have it repaired immediately.

●

To prevent the wheels from corroding, remove any dirt and store in a place
with low humidity when storing the wheels.

■

Protective film for side sill plates

Make sure to remove the protective film. Failure to do so may cause rust,
depending on conditions.

311

4-1. Maintenance and care

4

Mainten

ance an

d ca

re

NOTICE

■

Cleaning the exterior lights

●

Wash carefully. Do not use organic substances or scrub with a hard brush. 
This may damage the surfaces of the lights.

●

Do not apply wax on the surfaces of the lights. 
Wax may cause damage to the lenses.

■

To prevent damage to the windshield wiper arms

When  lifting  the  wiper  arms  away  from  the  windshield,  pull  the driver  side
wiper arm upward first, and repeat for the passenger side. When returning
the wipers to their original position, do so from the passenger side first.

■

When using a high pressure car wash

●

Do not bring the nozzle tip close to boots (rubber or resin manufactured
cover),  connectors  or  the  following  parts. The  parts  may  be  damaged  if
they come into contact with high-pressure water.

• Traction related parts
• Steering parts
• Suspension parts
• Brake parts

●

Keep the cleaning nozzle at least 11.9 in. (30 cm) away from the vehicles
body.  Otherwise  resin  section,  such  as  moldings  and  bumpers,  may  be
deformed and damaged. Also, do not continuously hold the nozzle in the
same place.

●

Do not spray the lower part of the windshield continuously. 
If water enters the  air conditioning  system intake  located near the lower
part  of  the  windshield,  the  air  conditioning  system  may  not  operate  cor-
rectly.

312

4-1. Maintenance and care

Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior

The following procedures will help protect your vehicle's interior and
keep it in top condition:

■

Protecting the vehicle interior

●

Remove dirt and dust using a vacuum cleaner. Wipe dirty sur-
faces with a cloth dampened with lukewarm water.

●

If dirt cannot be removed, wipe it off with a soft cloth damp-
ened with neural detergent diluted to approximately 1%. 
Wring  out  any  excess  water  from  the  cloth  and  thoroughly
wipe off remaining traces of detergent and water.

■

Cleaning the leather areas

●

Remove dirt and dust using a vacuum cleaner.

●

Wipe any excess dirt and dust with a soft cloth dampened with
diluted detergent.

Use  a  diluted  water  solution  of  approximately  5%  neutral  wool
detergent.

●

Wring  out  any  excess  water  from  the  cloth  and  thoroughly
wipe off all remaining traces of detergent.

●

Wipe the surface with a dry, soft cloth to remove any remain-
ing  moisture. Allow  the  leather  to  dry  in  a  shaded  ventilated
area.

■

Cleaning the synthetic leather areas

●

Remove dirt and dust using a vacuum cleaner.

●

Wipe it off with a soft cloth dampened with neutral detergent
diluted to approximately 1%.

●

Wring  out  any  excess  water  from  the  cloth  and  thoroughly
wipe off remaining traces of detergent and water.

313

4-1. Maintenance and care

4

Mainten

ance an

d ca

re

■

Caring for leather areas

Toyota recommends cleaning the interior of the vehicle at least twice a year
to maintain the quality of the vehicle’s interior.

■

Shampooing the carpets

There  are  several  commercial  foaming-type  cleaners  available.  Use  a
sponge or brush to apply the foam. Rub in overlapping circles. Do not apply
water. Excellent results are obtained by keeping the carpet as dry as possi-
ble.

■

Seat belts

Clean  with  mild  soap  and  lukewarm  water  using  a  cloth  or  sponge. Also
check the belts periodically for excessive wear, fraying or cuts.

WARNING

■

Water in the vehicle

●

Do not splash or spill liquid in the vehicle. 
Doing  so  may  cause  electrical  components  etc.  to  malfunction  or  catch
fire.

●

Do not get any of the SRS components or wiring in the vehicle interior wet. 
(



P. 94)

Electrical  malfunction  may  cause  the  airbags  to  deploy  or  not  function
properly, resulting in death or severe injury.

■

Cleaning the interior (especially instrument panel)

Do not use polish wax or polish cleaner. The instrument panel may reflect off
the  windshield,  obstructing  the  driver's  view  and  leading  to  an  accident,
resulting in death or serious injury.

314

4-1. Maintenance and care

NOTICE

■

Cleaning detergents

●

Do  not  use  organic  substances  such  as  benzene  or  gasoline,  acidic  or
alkaline solutions, dye, bleach or other detergent. Doing so may discolor
the vehicle interior or cause streaks or damage to painted surfaces.

●

Do not use polish wax or polish cleaner. The instrument panel's or other
interior part’s painted surface may be damaged.

●

Do not use a chemical agent containing silicone (highly-polymerized sili-
con compound) when cleaning any of the electrical appliances such as the
air conditioning, all switches and their surrounding areas. 
If  silicon  (highly-polymerized  silicon  compound)  contacts  these  compo-
nents, it may cause the electrical appliances to malfunction.

■

Preventing damage to leather surfaces

Observe the following precautions to avoid damage to and deterioration of
leather surfaces.

●

Remove  any  dust,  dirt,  sand,  oil  spots  etc.  on  leather  surfaces  immedi-
ately.

●

Do not expose the vehicle to direct sunlight for extended periods of time.
Park the vehicle in the shade, especially during summer.

●

Do not place items made of vinyl, plastic, or that contain wax on the uphol-
stery, as they may stick to the leather surface if the vehicle interior heats
up significantly.

■

Water on the floor

Do not wash the vehicle floor with water. 
Vehicle systems such as the audio system may be damaged if water comes
into  contact  with  electrical  components  under  the  floor  of  the  vehicle,  and
may also cause the body to rust.

315

4-1. Maintenance and care

4

Mainten

ance an

d ca

re

NOTICE

■

Cleaning the inside of the rear window

●

Be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires.

●

Do  not  use  glass  cleaner  to  clean  the  rear  window,  as  this  may  cause
damage to the rear window defogger heater wires. Use a cloth dampened
with lukewarm water to gently wipe the window clean. Wipe the window in
strokes running parallel to the heater wires.

■

When cleaning the instrument panel

When small grains of sand and so forth have gotten into instrument panel’s
surface and cannot be wiped away using a cloth, use a clay bar without add-
ing water. Forcibly trying to wipe the surface clean with a brush or sponge
may scratch the surface or fragments of the cloth may be left in the surface.

316

4-1. Maintenance and care

Cleaning and protecting the Alcantara

®

 area





: If equipped

The  following  procedures  will  protect  and  keep  your  vehicle’s
Alcantara

®

 upholstery in top condition:

■

Day-to-day cleaning

Perform the following procedures regularly (approximately once
a month).

Wipe  the  entire Alcantara

®

  area  with  a  soft  cloth  that  has

been dampened with lukewarm water (approximately 104



F

[40



C]) and squeezed out.

Do not wipe too hard. Doing so may make the Alcantara

®

 uphol-

stery surface become uneven. Also, only use a clean cloth.

Once dry, brush the area with a soft brush.

■

Liquid stains

●

If  liquid  is  spilled,  lightly  pat  the  area  with  a  tissue  paper  or
similar to soak up the liquid.

●

When  mud,  coffee,  etc.,  has  dried  on  the Alcantara

®

  uphol-

stery, remove it by lightly brushing the area with a soft brush
or similar.

We recommend using a vacuum cleaner to clean up the area after
the above has been performed.

When a stain cannot be removed using the above procedures,
remove it by performing the following:

Lightly wipe the stained area from the outside to the inside
from multiple angles with a soft cloth that has been damp-
ened  with  lukewarm  water  (approximately  104



F  [40



C])

and squeezed out.

Do  not  wipe  the  area  so  strongly  that  it  causes  the Alcantara

®

upholstery  surface  to  become  uneven.  Also,  prepare  a  clean
cloth, and always use a clean area of the cloth.

STEP 

1 

STEP 

2 

STEP 

1 

317

4-1. Maintenance and care

4

Mainten

ance an

d ca

re

■

When removing dirt or dust from the Alcantara

®

 areas

Remove  dirt  or  dust  from  the Alcantara

®

  areas  by  lighting  brushing  with  a

soft brush. If this does not remove the dirt or dust, remove it using adhesive
tape.

NOTICE

■

When soaking up spilled liquids

Do not press down too firmly with the cloth, tissue paper etc., as doing so
may  cause  the  liquid  to  further  penetrate  the  material,  making  soaking  up
the liquid more difficult.

If  the  Alcantara

®

  upholstery  surface  becomes  uneven,

lightly brush it with a soft brush.
Allow the surface to dry completely.

■

Oil stains

You will need the following items:

●

A cloth that has been dampened with benzene

●

A dry cloth

Using a dry cloth or tissue paper, wipe away as much of the
oil as possible to prevent the stained area from expanding.
After  patting  the  area  from  the  outside  to  the  inside  from
multiple  angles  using  the  cloth  dampened  with  benzene,
soak  up  the  oil  and  benzene  that  floats  up  by  patting  the
area with a dry cloth.
If  the  Alcantara

®

  upholstery  surface  becomes  uneven,

lightly brush it with a soft brush.

STEP 

2 

STEP 

3 

STEP 

1 

STEP 

2 

STEP 

3 

318

4-2. Maintenance

Maintenance requirements

■

Repair and replacement

It  is  recommended  that genuine Toyota  parts  be used  for  repair  to  ensure
performance of each system. If non-Toyota parts are used in replacement or
if a repair shop other than a Toyota dealer performs repairs, confirm the war-
ranty coverage.

To ensure safe and economical driving, day-to-day care and regular
maintenance is essential. It is the owner’s responsibility to perform
regular checks. Toyota recommends the following maintenance.

■

General maintenance

Should be performed on a daily basis. This can be done by your-
self or by a Toyota dealer.

■

Scheduled maintenance

Should  be  performed  at  specified  intervals  according  to  the
maintenance schedule.

For  details  about  maintenance  items  and  schedules,  refer  to  the
“Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”.

■

Do-it-yourself maintenance

You can perform some maintenance procedures yourself. 
Please be aware that do-it-yourself maintenance may affect war-
ranty coverage.

The use of Toyota Repair Manuals is recommended.

For details about warranty coverage, see the separate “Owner’s War-
ranty Information Booklet” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”.

319

4-2. Maintenance

4

Mainten

ance an

d ca

re

■

Allow inspection and repairs to be performed by a Toyota dealer

●

Toyota  technicians  are  well-trained  specialists  and  are  kept  up  to  date
with  the  latest  service  information.  They  are  well  informed  about  the
operations of all systems on your vehicle.

●

Keep a copy of the repair order. It proves that the maintenance that has
been performed is under warranty coverage. If any problem should arise
while  your  vehicle  is  under  warranty,  your  Toyota  dealer  will  promptly
take care of it.

WARNING

■

If your vehicle is not properly maintained

It could result in serious damage to the vehicle and possible serious injury or
death.

■

Warning in handling of battery

●

Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and a wide variety of automobile
components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to
cause  cancer  and  birth  defects  and  other  reproductive  harm.  Work  in  a
well ventilated area.

●

Oils, fuels and fluids contained in vehicles as well as waste produced by
component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of Califor-
nia  to  cause  cancer  and  birth  defects  or  other  reproductive  harm. Avoid
exposure and wash any affected area immediately.

●

Battery  posts,  terminals  and  related  accessories  contain  lead  and  lead
compounds  which are known to cause brain damage. Wash  your hands
after handling. (



P. 339)

320

4-2. Maintenance

General maintenance

Engine compartment

Items

Check points

Battery

Check the connections. 

 (



P. 339)

Brake fluid

At the correct level? (



P. 337)

Engine coolant

At the correct level? (



P. 335)

Engine oil

At the correct level? (



P. 332)

Exhaust system

No fumes or strange sounds?

Radiator/condenser/hoses

Not blocked with foreign matter?
 

(



P. 337)

Washer fluid

At the correct level? (



P. 343)

Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be per-
formed at the intervals specified in the “Owner's Warranty Informa-
tion  Booklet”  or  “Owner’s  Manual  Supplement/Scheduled
Maintenance Guide”. It is recommended that any problem you notice
should be brought to the attention of your Toyota dealer or qualified
service shop for advice.