Maintenance Information Regular maintenance is essential. We strongly advise you to protect your new vehicle by maintaining your Toyota vehicle in accordance with the maintenance plan on the following pages. Regular maintenance contributes to:...
Maintenance Schedule During the operation of the car, processes such as loosening of the fastening of components and assemblies, wear of rubbing surfaces, violation of adjustment parameters, aging of rubber products and paint and varnish...
Checking the engine oil level Pic. 1.164. Engine oil dipsticks When the engine is warmed up to operating temperature and turned off, check the oil level on the dipstick (pic. 1.164). 1. To obtain a correct reading, the vehicle must be on level...
Replacing the oil filter on a car with a 1AZ-FE and 2AZ-FE engine Remove the oil filler cap. Remove the oil drain plug and drain the oil into a container. Pic. 1.165. Removing the oil filter Using special tool 09228-06501, remove the oil filter. (pic. 1.165). Check and clean the oil...
Checking the engine coolant level With a cold engine, look at the transparent expansion tank of the cooling system. The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the lines on the reservoir «F» and «L». If the level is low, add coolant. The coolant...
Checking the radiator and condenser If any of the above parts are heavily soiled or you are unsure of their condition, take the vehicle to a Toyota dealer. Attention! If the engine is hot, do not touch the radiator and condenser to prevent burns.
Tire pressure check Maintain tire pressure at the appropriate level. Tire pressure should be checked every two weeks or at least once a month. Don't forget to check the spare tire pressure! Incorrect tire pressure can result in reduced...
Checking, changing and rotating tires Tire check Check tire treads for wear indicators. If indicators are visible, replace tires. The location of the tire wear indicators is indicated by markings «TWI» or «L» etc. stamped on the sidewall of each tire. The...
Rechargeable battery — precautions The battery gives off flammable and explosive hydrogen gas. Avoid sparks from the battery when using tools. Do not smoke or light matches near the battery. The electrolyte contains poisonous and corrosive sulfuric acid....
External inspection of the battery Check the battery for corroded or loose terminal connectors, cracked or loose clamp clamp. If the battery is corroded, flush the battery with a solution of warm water and baking soda. Apply grease to the outside of the...
Precautions when recharging the battery During recharging, the battery releases hydrogen gas. Therefore, before recharging: 1. If recharging is performed when the battery is installed in the car, be sure to disconnect the ground wire. 2. When connecting and...
Adding fluid to the washer reservoir If either washer is not working, the washer reservoir may be empty. Add washer fluid. Plain water can be used as washer fluid. But in cold climates where the temperature range is below 0°C, use washer fluid with...
Replacing lamps in light fixtures When replacing a bulb, make sure the ignition and light switches are off. Use lamps with the rated wattage shown in the table. Attention! To prevent burns, do not replace the lamps while they are hot. Warning! Halogen...
Replacing low beam bulbs 1. Open the hood. Disconnect the connector by pressing the release button. Turn the bulb counterclockwise and remove it. 2. Release the lamp retaining spring and remove the lamp. Disconnect the connector and install a...
Replacing high beam bulbs Pic. 1.168. Scheme for replacing high beam lamps 1. Open the hood. Disconnect the connector by pressing the release button (see fig. 1.168). If the connector is tight, then shake it. 2. Turn the bulb counterclockwise...
Replacing parking light bulbs Pic. 1.169. Scheme for replacing parking lamps Replacement of lamps of parking lanterns is shown in fig. 1.169.
Replacement of lamps of lamps of lanterns of back lighting devices a: rear turn signal lamp; b: stop/tail light; with: rear light; d: reversing lamp; e: rear fog lamp. Pic. 1.172. Diagram for replacing rear turn signal, brake/tail, tail, reversing, and rear fog lamp bulbs
Fuses — Location and Ratings Pic. 1.173. Fuse location Fuses (type A): 1. HEADLH LWR 15 A: left headlight (dipped beam); 2. HEAD RH LWR 15 A: right headlight (dipped beam), headlight level control; 3. DRL 5 A: no chain; 4. ABS N0.4 7.5 A: anti-lock...
Checking and replacing fuses Pic. 1.174. Examples of blown and normal fuses If the headlights or other electrical components do not work, then check the fuses. If any fuses are blown, they must be replaced (pic. 1.174). Turn off the ignition and...
Body protection against corrosion The most common causes of car corrosion are road salt, dirt and moisture accumulating under the bottom of the car, as well as chipped paint or protective coatings from stones, gravel, minor chips and dents that leave...
Body Corrosion Prevention You can prevent corrosion. The best way to prevent corrosion is to keep your vehicle clean. It is very important to pay special attention to the bottom of the car. If you live in the region (country), where your car is...
Washing and waxing Washing a car when its surface is heated by the sun's rays is unacceptable. Always wash your car in the shade. Wash your car as often as possible. Dirt is abrasive and can scratch your car if left unwashed. Polluted air...
Removing paint stains Do not use gasoline, strong solvents, or corrosive cleaners. This may damage the paintwork. To remove road tar, use a clean, soft cloth dampened with turpentine. Be careful. Use warm water and a mild neutral or car wash...
Polishing and waxing Always wash and dry the car before applying the polish and wax paste. Use only high quality commercially available products and follow the manufacturer's instructions on the packaging. Polish and wax both paintwork and...
Car bumper care Care must be taken when caring for car bumpers. Be careful not to get battery electrolyte or brake fluid on the bumpers. If this happens, wash the bumpers immediately with clean water. Be careful when cleaning bumper...
Car interior cleaning To clean vinyl upholstery, first remove crumbs and dust with a vacuum cleaner. Then use a solution of neutral detergent in warm water using a clean sponge or soft cloth. If there are still stains on the upholstery,...