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Foreword

Welcome to the growing group of valueconscious people who drive Toyotas. We are proud of the advanced engineering and quality construction of each vehicle we build.

This Owners Manual explains the operation of your new Toyota. Please read it thoroughly and have all the occupants follow the instructions carefully. Doing so will help you enjoy many years of safe and troublefree motoring. For important information about this manual and your Toyota, read the following pages carefully.

When it comes to service, remember that your Toyota dealer knows your vehicle very well and is interested in your complete satisfaction. He will provide quality maintenance and any other assistance you may require.

If there is not a Toyota dealer near you, or you need emergency assistance for any reason, please call the following number:

U.S. OWNERS: Toyota Customer Assistance Center Tollfree:18003314331

Please leave this Owners Manual in this vehicle at the time of resale. The next owner will need this information also.

All information and specifications in this manual are current at the time of printing. However, because of Toyotas policy of continual product improvement, we reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice.

Please note that this manual applies to all models and explains all equipment, including options. Therefore, you may find some explanations for equipment not installed on your vehicle.

2004 TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION All rights reserved. This material may not be reproduced or copied, in whole or in part, without the written permission of Toyota Motor Corporation.

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Important information about this manual

Safety and vehicle damage warnings

Throughout this manual, you will see safety and vehicle damage warnings. You must follow these warnings carefully to avoid possible injury or damage.

The types of warnings, what they look like, and how they are used in this manual are explained as follows:

CAUTION

This is a warning against anything which may cause injury to people if the warning is ignored. You are informed about what you must or must not do in order to reduce the risk of injury to yourself and others.

NOTICE

This is a warning against anything which may cause damage to the vehicle or its equipment if the warning is ignored. You are informed about what you must or must not do in order to avoid or reduce the risk of damage to your vehicle and its equipment.

Safety symbol

When you see the safety symbol shown above, it means: Do not; Do not do this; or Do not let this happen.

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Important information about your Toyota

Occupant restraint systems

Toyota encourages you and your family to take the time to read Section 13 of this Owners Manual carefully. In terms of helping you understand how you can receive the maximum benefit of the occupant restraint systems this vehicle provides, Section 13 of this Owners Manu- al is the most important section for you and your family to read.

Section 13 describes the function and operation con- cerning seats, seat belts, SRS airbags and child re- straint systems of this vehicle and some potential haz- ards you should be aware of. These systems work to- gether along with the overall structure of this vehicle in order to provide occupant restraint in the event of a crash. The effect of each system is enhanced when it is used properly and together with other systems. No single occupant restraint system can, by itself, provide you or your family with the equal level of restraint which these systems can provide when used together. That is why it is important for you and your family to understand the purpose and proper use of each of these systems and how they relate to each other.

The purpose of all occupant restraint systems is to help reduce the possibility of death or serious injury in the event of a collision. None of these systems, either indi- vidually or together, can ensure that there is no injury in the event of collision. However, the more you know about these systems and how to use them properly, the greater your chances become of surviving an accident without death or serious injury.

Seat belts provide the primary restraint to all occupants of the vehicle, and every occupant of the vehicle should wear seat belts properly at all times. Children should always be secured in child restraint systems that are appropriate for their age and size. SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) airbags are, as their names imply, designed to work with, and be supplemental to, seat belts and are not substitutes for them. SRS airbags can be very effective in reducing the risk of head and chest injuries by preventing contact of the head and chest with interior portions of the vehicle.

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In order to be effective, the SRS airbags must deploy with tremendous speed. The rapid deployment of the SRS airbags makes the SRS airbags themselves poten- tial sources of serious injury if an occupant is too close to an airbag, or if an object or some part of his or her body has been placed between the occupant and the airbag at the time of deployment. This is just one exam- ple of how the instructions in Section 13 of this Own- ers Manual will help ensure proper use of the occupant restraint systems, and increase the safety they can pro- vide to you and your family in the event of an accident.

Toyota recommends you to read the provisions in Sec- tion 13 carefully and refer to them as needed during your time of ownership of this vehicle.

New vehicle warranty

Your new vehicle is covered by the following Toyota limited warranties:

New vehicle warranty

Emission control systems warranty

Others

For further information, please refer to the Owners Warranty Information Booklet or Owners Manual Supplement.

Your responsibility for maintenance

It is the owners responsibility to make sure that the specified maintenance is performed. Section 6 gives de- tails of these maintenance requirements. Also included in Section 6 is general maintenance. For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide or Owners Manual Supplement.

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Important health and safety information about your Toyota

CAUTION

WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constitu- ents, and a wide variety of automobile compo- nents contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth de- fects and other reproductive harm. In addition, oils, fuels and fluids contained in vehicles as well as waste produced by component wear con- tain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or

other reproductive harm.

Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash your hands after handling. Used engine oil contains chemicals that have caused cancer in laboratory animals. Always protect your skin by washing

thoroughly with soap and water.

Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Toyota

A wide variety of nongenuine spare parts and accesso- ries for Toyota vehicles are currently available in the market. You should know that Toyota does not warrant these products and is not responsible for their perfor- mance, repair, or replacement, or for any damage they may cause to, or adverse effect they may have on, your Toyota vehicle.

This vehicle should not be modified with nongenuine Toyota products. Modification with nongenuine Toyota products could affect its performance, safety or durabili- ty, and may even violate governmental regulations. In addition, damage or performance problems resulting from the modification may not be covered under warranty.

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Installation of a mobile twoway radio system

As the installation of a mobile twoway radio system in your vehicle could affect electronic systems such as multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system, cruise control system, antilock brake system, SRS airbag system and seat belt pretensioner system, be sure to check with your Toyota dealer for precautionary measures or special instructions regarding installation.

Tires and loading on your Toyota

Underinflated or overinflated tire inflation pres- sure and the excess load may result in the deterioration of steering ability and braking abil- ity, leading to an accident. Check the tire infla- tion pressure periodically and be sure to keep the load limits given in this Owners Manual. For details about tire inflation pressure and load limits, see pages 213 and 149.

Scrapping of your Toyota

The SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner devices in your Toyota contain explosive chemicals. If the vehicle is scrapped with the airbags and pretensioners left as they are, this may cause an accident such as fire. Be sure to have the systems of the SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner removed and disposed of by a qualified service shop or by your Toyota dealer before you dis- pose of your vehicle.

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Sequential manual transmission driving tips

(Models equipped with Sequential Manual

Transmission only)

The sequential manual transmission is a 6speed forward/ reverse transmission. With the basics of the traditional manual transmission, the clutch operation and transmission shifting is controlled electronically. Unlike automatic trans- missions, this system does not upshift automatically at the time of acceleration.

To understand the unique system and operation method of the sequential manual transmission, read Section 16 on page 85 thoroughly before driving. For starting procedures, see How to start the engine on page 154 in Section 3. Please refer to the Important Information For Your Sequential Manual Transmission equipped in your vehicle as well.

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OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Overview of instruments and controls Instrument panel overview 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Instrument cluster overview 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Indicator symbols on the instrument panel 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION 1 1

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Instrument panel overview 1. Side vents

2. Instrument cluster

3. Center vents

4. Interior light

5. Glove box

6. Manual transmission gear shift lever or sequential manual transmission selector lever

7. Parking brake lever

8. Power window switches

9. Power rear view mirror control switches

10. Power window lock switch

11. Power door lock switch

12. Front fog light switch

13. Instrument panel light control switch

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1. Headlight and turn signal switches

2. Transmission shift switches (with sequential manual transmission)

3. Wiper and washer switches

4. Clock

5. Rear window defogger switch

6. Emergency flasher switch

7. Auxiliary box

8. Engine immobilizer system indicator light

9. Air conditioning controls

10. Car audio

11. Cup holders

12. Ashtray

13. Cigarette lighter

14. Cruise control switch (sequential manual transmission)

15. Ignition switch

16. Tilt steering lock release lever

SB11022a

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Instrument cluster overview

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1. Speedometer

2. Service reminder indicators and indica- tor lights

3. Gear position indicators (sequential manual transmission)

4. Engine coolant temperature gauge

5. Low fuel level warning light

6. Fuel gauge

7. Tachometer

8. Trip meter reset knob

9. Odometer and two trip meters

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Indicator symbols on the instrument panel

SRS warning light1Brake system warning light1

Discharge warning light1

Low engine oil pressure warning light1

Malfunction indicator lamp1

Antilock brake system warning light1

Drivers seat belt reminder light1

Headlight high beam indicator light

Turn signal indicator lights

Power steering system warning light1

1: For details, see Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers on page 77 in Section 15.

2: If this light flashes, see Sequential manual transmission on page 85 in Section 16.

3: If this light flashes, see Cruise control on page 98 in Sec- tion 16.

Passengers seat belt reminder light1 Sequential manual transmission warning light1

Cruise control indicator light3

Open door warning light1

Gear position indicator light2

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OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Keys and Doors Keys 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Engine immobilizer system 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Side doors 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Power windows 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Trunk lid 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Engine hood 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fuel tank cap 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Soft top 20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Keys

SB12039

Your vehicle is supplied with two kinds of keys.

1. Master keys (black)These keys work in every lock. Your Toyota dealer will need one of them to make a new key with a builtin transponder chip.

2. Sub key (gray)This key will not work in the glove box and luggage space.

A transponder chip for engine immobilizer system has been placed in the head of the master and sub keys. These chips are needed to enable the system to function correctly, so be careful not to lose these keys. If you make your own duplicate key, you will not be able to cancel the system or start the engine.

To protect items locked in the glove box or luggage space when using valet park- ing, leave the sub key with the attendant.

Since the doors can be locked without a key, you should always carry a spare master key in case you accidentally lock your keys inside the vehicle.

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NOTICE

When using a key containing a trans- ponder chip, observe the following precautions:

When starting the engine, do not use the key with a key ring resting on the key grip and do not press the key ring against the key grip. Otherwise the engine may not start, or may stop soon after it starts.

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SY12002a

When starting the engine, do not use the key with other transponder keys around (including keys of oth- er vehicles) and do not press other key plates against the key grip. Otherwise the engine may not start, or may stop soon after it starts. If this happens, remove the key once and then insert it again after remov- ing other transponder keys (includ- ing keys of other vehicles) from the ring or while gripping or covering them with your hand to start the engine.

SY12003

Do not bend the key grip.

Do not cover the key grip with any material that cuts off electromagnet- ic waves.

Do not knock the key hard against other objects.

Do not leave the key exposed to high temperatures for a long period, such as on the dashboard and hood under direct sunlight.

Do not put the key in water or wash it in an ultrasonic washer.

Do not use the key with electromag- netic materials.

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SB12040

KEY NUMBER PLATE

Your key number is shown on the plate. Keep the plate in a safe place such as your wallet, not in the vehicle.

If you should lose your keys or if you need additional keys, duplicates can be made by a Toyota dealer using the key number.

We recommend writing down the key num- ber and storing it in a safe place.

Engine immobilizer system

SB12047

The engine immobilizer system is a theft prevention system. When you in- sert the key in the ignition switch, the transponder chip in the keys head transmits an electronic code to the ve- hicle. The engine will start only when the electronic code in the chip corre- sponds to the registered ID code for the vehicle.

SB12092

The system is automatically set when the key is removed from the ignition switch. The indicator light will start flashing to show the system is set.

If either of the following indicator condi- tions occurs, contact your Toyota dealer.

The indicator light stays on.

The indicator light does not start flash- ing when the key is removed from the ignition switch.

The indicator light flashes inconsistent- ly.

Inserting the registered key in the ignition switch automatically cancels the system, which enables the engine to start. The indicator light will go off.

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For your Toyota dealer to make you a new key with builtin transponder chip, your dealer will need your key number and master key. However, there is a limit to the number of additional keys your Toyota dealer can make for you.

If you make your own duplicate key, you will not be able to cancel the sys- tem or start the engine.

NOTICE

Do not modify, remove or disas- semble the engine immobilizer sys- tem. If any unauthorized changes or modifications are made, proper opera- tion of the system cannot be guaran- teed.

For vehicles sold in U.S.A.

FCC ID: MOZ RI8FTY

MADE IN. JAPAN

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, includ- ing interference that may cause unde- sired operation.

CAUTION

Changes or modifications not ex- pressly approved by the party respon- sible for compliance could void the users authority to operate the equip- ment.

Side doors

SB12041

LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH KEY

Insert the key into the keyhole and turn it.

To lock: Turn the key forward. To unlock: Turn the key backward.

Both the doors lock and unlock simulta- neously with either side door. In the driv- ers door lock, turning the key once will unlock the drivers door and twice in suc- cession will unlock both the doors simulta- neously.

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SB12035

LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH INSIDE LOCK KNOB

Move the lock knob.

To lock: Push the knob forward. To unlock: Pull the knob backward.

Closing the door with the lock knob in the lock position will also lock the door. Be careful not to lock your keys in the ve- hicle.

The doors cannot be locked if you leave the key in the ignition switch.

SB12080a

LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH

Push the switch.

To lock: Push the switch down on the LOCK side. To unlock: Push the switch down on the UNLOCK side.

Both the doors lock or unlock simulta- neously.

CAUTION

Before driving, be sure that the doors are closed and locked, especially when small children are in the ve- hicle. Along with the proper use of seat belts, locking the doors helps prevent the driver and passengers from being thrown out from the ve- hicle during an accident. It also helps prevent the doors from being opened unintentionally.

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Power windows

SB12049

The windows can be operated with the switch on the center console.

The power windows work when the ignition switch is in the ON position.

OPERATING THE DRIVERS WINDOW

Use the switch on the drivers side of the center console.

Normal operation: The window moves as long as you hold the switch.

To open: Lightly push down the switch. To close: Pull up the switch.

SB12050

Automatic operation (to open only): Push the switch completely down and then release it. The window will fully open. To stop the window partway, lightly pull the switch up and then release it.

SB12090

OPERATING THE PASSENGERS WINDOW

Use the switch on the passengers side of the center console.

The window moves as long as you hold the switch.

To open: Push down the switch. To close: Pull up the switch.

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SB12081a

If you push in the window lock switch on the instrument panel, the passengers win- dow cannot be operated.

CAUTION

To avoid serious personal injury, you must do the following.

Before you close the power win- dows, always make sure there is nobody around the power windows. You must also make sure the heads, hands and other parts of the bodies of all occupants are kept completely inside the vehicle. If someones neck, head or hands get caught in a closing window, it could result in a serious injury. When anyone closes the power win- dows, make sure he or she oper- ates the windows safely.

When small children are in the ve- hicle, never let them use the power window switches without supervi- sion. Use the window lock switch to prevent them from making unex- pected use of the switches.

Be sure to remove the ignition key or turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position when you leave your vehicle.

Never leave anyone (particularly a small child) alone in your vehicle, especially with the ignition key still inserted. Otherwise, he/she could use the power window switches and get trapped in a window. Unat- tended person (particularly a small child) can be involved in a serious accident.

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Trunk lid

SB12043

To open the trunk lid:

1. Open the glove box door, and then pull the trunk lid lock release lever. The trunk lid will spring up slightly.

CAUTION

Before driving, be sure that the trunk lid is closed and securely locked. Otherwise, the trunk lid may open un- expectedly while driving and an acci- dent may occur.

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2. In front of the vehicle, pull up the auxiliary catch lever and lift the trunk lid.

SB12068a

Front box cover

3. Hold the trunk lid open by inserting the support rod into the slot.

To insert the support rod into the slot, move it straight up. If it is moved to the side or toward the inside of the vehicle, it may become detached.

Before closing the trunk lid, return the support rod to its clipthis prevents rattles. Then lower the trunk lid and make sure it locks into place. If necessary, press down gently on the front edge to lock it.

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CAUTION

After inserting the support rod into the slot, make sure the rod sup- ports the trunk lid securely from falling down on to your head or body.

Before closing the trunk lid, lock the front box cover securely.

This prevents the front box from being damaged.

Keep the trunk lid closed while driving. This keeps the luggage from being thrown out.

NOTICE

Be sure to return the support rod to its clip before closing the trunk lid. Closing the trunk lid with the support rod up could cause the trunk lid to bend.

Luggage security system

SB12091

If you do not want to activate the trunk lid lock release lever, insert the master key to the glove box, and turn it clock- wise.

Engine hood

SB12086a

To open the engine hood:

1. Pull the engine hood lock release lever. The engine hood will spring up slightly.

The engine hood lock release lever can be locked by the key.

CAUTION

Before driving, be sure that the en- gine hood is closed and securely locked. Otherwise, the engine hood may open unexpectedly while driving and an accident may occur.

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SB12044a

2. In rear of the vehicle, lift the engine hood.

CAUTION

Be careful not to touch the engine hood, the support rod, or surrounding area which could be hot after driving, to prevent burning yourself.

SB12038a

3. Hold the engine hood open by in- serting the support rod into the slot.

To insert the support rod into the slot, move it straight up. If it is moved to the side or toward the inside of the vehicle, it may become detached.

Before closing the engine hood, check to see that you have not forgotten any tools, rags, etc. and return the support rod to its clipthis prevents rattles. Then lower the engine hood and make sure it locks into place. If necessary, press down gently on the rear edge to lock it.

CAUTION

After inserting the support rod into the slot, make sure the rod supports the engine hood securely from falling down on to your head or body.

NOTICE

Be sure to return the support rod to its clip before closing the engine hood. Closing the engine hood with the support rod up could cause the engine hood to bend.

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SB12087

LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH ENGINE HOOD

To lock: Turn the key clockwise.

The engine hood lock release lever can be locked by the key. When leaving the vehicle with the soft top lowered, make sure to lock the engine hood lock release lever with the key.

The fuel filler door opener lever is locked at the same time.

Fuel tank cap

SD12013a

This indicates that the fuel filler door is on the left side of your vehicle.

SB12088a

1. To open the fuel filler door, pull the lever up.

When refueling, turn off the engine.

The fuel filler door opener lever can be locked by the key.

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CAUTION

Do not smoke, cause sparks or al- low open flames when refueling. The fumes are flammable.

When opening the cap, do not re- move the cap quickly. In hot weath- er, fuel under pressure could cause injury by spraying out of the filler neck if the cap is suddenly re- moved.

SC12051

2. To remove the fuel tank cap, turn the cap slowly counterclockwise, then pause slightly before removing it. After removing the cap, hang the tether as shown in the illustration.

It is not unusual to hear a slight swoosh when the cap is opened. When installing, turn the cap clockwise till you hear a click.

If the cap is not tightened securely, the malfunction indicator lamp comes on. Make sure the cap is tightened securely.

The indicator lamp goes off after driving several times. If the indicator lamp does not go off, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

CAUTION

Make sure the cap is installed se- curely to prevent fuel spillage in the event of an accident.

Use only a genuine Toyota fuel tank cap for replacement. It is designed to regulate fuel tank pressure.

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SB12087

LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH FUEL TANK CAP

To lock: Turn the key clockwise.

The fuel filler door opener lever can be locked by the key. When leaving the vehicle with the soft top lowered, make sure to lock the fuel filler door opener lever with the key.

The engine hood lock release lever is locked at the same time.

Sequential manual transmission: Before raising or lowering the soft top, lower both side windows, apply the parking brake, put the selector lever in the S(1) position and stop the engine.

Manual transmission: Before raising or lowering the soft top, lower both side win- dows, apply the parking brake, stop the engine and put the transmission lever in the first position.

CAUTION

When raising or lowering the soft top, keep hands off from the hinges of the top side rails and any part of the top linkage.

To prevent personal injury, do not raise or lower the soft top when the wind is strong.

The vehicle should never be driven with the soft top partially lowered. Make sure the top has been either fully latched to the windshield frame or fully lowered before driv- ing.

NOTICE

Make sure there are no items or packages in the folding board when lowering in the soft top. Even small items may interfere with the soft top operation and can cause dam- age.

Do not sit or place excessive weight on the soft top when the top is up or down. Damage to the top may occur.

Do not raise or lower the soft top when the temperature is below 5C (41F). Damage to the top or rear window may result. If necessary to do so, warm the vehicle in a heated garage prior to operating the soft top mechanism.

Do not lower the soft top if the top is damp or wet. Possible interior water damage, water stains or mil- dew on the top material may result.

Soft top Soft top precautions

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When the soft top is completely lowered, keep the rear window de- fogger turned off to avoid damage to the top.

It may be hard to fix the soft top when raising it after having kept it open for a long time.

Lowering the soft top

SB12077

1. Lower both side windows and sun visors. Then pull down the lock lev- ers on both sides of the vehicle fully while pushing down the button.

Be sure not to leave any object on the folding board.

If the battery is discharged and the win- dows cannot be lowered, open both the doors.

SB12071a

2. Stand outside of the vehicle and pull the soft top up holding the part shown in dark color in the illustra- tion.

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SB12072

3. Lower the soft top backward press- ing the rear window glass down soft- ly.

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CAUTION

To prevent personal injury, do not grasp the part shown in dark color in the illustration.

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4. Fold the soft top slowly and house it completely.

Press down the soft top toward the front from the rear and lock it. You will hear click sound when the soft top is complete- ly housed.

Shake the soft top up and down softly to check whether the soft top is fixed se- curely.

Raise both sun visors.

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SB12059a

Folding board

Flare

NOTICE

Do not lower the soft top while placing a luggage which is higher than the bottom edge of the flare inside the luggage space. The lug- gage may be damaged by hitting the folding board or the improperly folded soft top may flap in the wind and cause an accident.

Do not place any objects on the folding board. Such objects may damage the folding board or cause an unexpected accident by moving while the vehicle is driven.

Air deflector

SB12060a

The air deflector will reduce the wind from the rear of the vehicle when the vehicle is running with the soft top lowered. Pull up to use.

NOTICE

Do not use alcohol or other solvents for the air deflector. Because they could damage the air deflectors resin material.

Raising the soft top

SB12061

1. Lower both side windows and sun visors. Then pull down the lock re- lease lever towards the front of the vehicle and release the lock of the soft top.

NOTICE

Always lower the sun visor when rais- ing the soft top. The sun visor may be damaged if the soft top is locked with the sun visor raised.

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SB12074a

2. Stand outside of the vehicle and pull the soft top out slowly holding the part shown in dark color in the il- lustration. Then move the soft top toward the upper part of the frame of the front window glass.

NOTICE

Lower the windows before raising the soft top. Otherwise, the soft top may not lock securely.

SB12082a

CAUTION

To prevent personal injury, do not grasp the part shown in dark color in the illustration.

SB12083

3. Be seated in the seat and hold the handle on the center of the front soft top frame. Then press the soft top softly against the frame of the front window glass.

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SB12078

4. Keep pressing the soft top against the frame of the front window glass and fix the soft top by pushing up the right and the left lock levers un- til a click is heard.

Check that lock is securely hung on the hook on the body side when pushing the lock levers up.

SB12089

Hook on body side

Lock

If the lock is not hung easily, give your hand to the lock for helping to hang it on the hook on the body side.

Fix the lock on the hook of the body side and check whether or not it is securely locked by swinging the lock to the front and the rear, and the right and the left.

Confirm that the levers are locked secure- ly.

Raise both sun visors.

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OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Occupant restraint systems Seats 28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Seat belts 31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SRS driver airbag and passenger airbag 37. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Passenger airbag manual onoff switch 45. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Child restraint 46. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Seats While the vehicle is being driven, all ve- hicle occupants should have the seatback upright, sit well back in the seat and prop- erly wear the seat belts provided.

CAUTION

Do not drive the vehicle unless the occupants are properly seated. Do not allow any passengers to sit in the luggage space. Persons not properly seated and/or not properly restrained by seat belts can be se- verely injured in the event of emer- gency braking or a collision.

While the vehicle is moving, do not allow any passenger to stand up in the vehicle. Otherwise, severe inju- ries can occur in the event of emer- gency braking or a collision.

Driver seat

CAUTION

The SRS driver airbag deploys with considerable force, and can cause death or serious injury especially if the driver is very close to the airbag. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) advises:

Since the risk zone for driver airbag is the first 5075 mm (23 in.) of inflation, placing yourself 250 mm (10 in.) from your driver airbag provides you with a clear margin of safety. This distance is measured from the center of the steering wheel to your breastbone. If you sit less than 250 mm (10 in.) away now, you can change your driving position in sever- al ways:

Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching the pedals comfortably.

Slightly recline the back of the seat. Although vehicle designs vary, many drivers can achieve the 250 mm (10 in.) distance, even with the driver seat all the way forward, sim- ply by reclining the back of the seat somewhat. If reclining the back of your seat makes it hard to see the road, raise yourself by using a firm, nonslippery cushion, or raise the seat if your vehicle has that feature.

If your steering wheel is adjustable, tilt it downward. This points the air- bag toward your chest instead of your head and neck.

The seat should be adjusted as rec- ommended by NHTSA above, while still maintaining control of the foot pedals, steering wheel, and your view of the instrument panel controls.

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Passenger seat

CAUTION

The SRS passenger airbag also de- ploys with considerable force, and can cause death or serious injury es- pecially if the passenger is very close to the airbag. The passenger seat should be as far from the airbag as possible with the seat position and the seatback adjusted, so the passen- ger sits upright.

CAUTION

Do not adjust the seat while the vehicle is moving as the seat may unexpectedly move and cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.

Be careful that the seat does not hit a passenger or luggage.

After adjusting the seat position, re- lease the lever and try sliding the seat forward and backward to make sure it is locked in position.

After adjusting the seatback, re- lease the lever and exert body pres- sure to make sure the seat is locked in position.

Do not put objects under the seats. Otherwise, the objects may interfere with the seatlock mechanism or unexpectedly push up the seat posi- tion adjusting lever and the seat may suddenly move, causing the driver to lose control of the vehicle.

While adjusting the seat, do not put your hands under the seat or near the moving parts. Otherwise, you may jam your hands or fingers may be caught and injured.

Seat adjustment precautions

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Adjusting seats

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1. SEAT POSITION ADJUSTING LEVER

Hold the center of the lever and pull it up. Then slide the seat to the desired position with slight body pressure and release the lever.

2. SEATBACK ANGLE ADJUSTING LEVER

Lean forward and pull the lever up. Then lean back to the desired angle and release the lever.

CAUTION

To reduce the risk of sliding under the lap belt during a collision, avoid reclining the seatback any more than needed. The seat belts provide maxi- mum protection in a frontal or rear collision when the driver and the pas- senger are sitting up straight and well back in the seats. If he/she is reclined, the lap belt may slide past his/her hips and apply restraint forces directly to the abdomen. In the event of a frontal collision, the more the seat is reclined, the greater the risk of personal injury.

3. SEAT CUSHION ANGLE ADJUSTING KNOB (drivers seat only)

Turn the knob either way.

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Toyota strongly urges that the driver and passenger in the vehicle be properly re- strained at all times with the seat belts provided. Failure to do so could increase the chance of injury and/or the severity of injury in accidents.

The seat belts provided for your vehicle are designed for people of adult size, large enough to properly wear them.

Child. Use a child restraint system ap- propriate for the child until the child be- comes large enough to properly wear the vehicles seat belts. See Child restraint on page 46 for details.

If a child is too large for a child restraint system, the child must be restrained using the vehicles seat belt.

If a child must sit in the seat, the seat belts should be worn properly. If an acci- dent occurs and the seat belts are not worn properly, the force of the rapid infla- tion of the airbag may cause death or serious injury to the child.

Do not allow the child to stand up or kneel on the seat. An unrestrained child could suffer serious injury or death during emergency braking or a collision. Also, do not let the child sit on your lap. Holding a child in your arms does not provide sufficient restraint.

Pregnant woman. Toyota recommends the use of a seat belt. Ask your doctor for specific recommendations. The lap belt should be worn securely and as low as possible over the hips and not on the waist.

Injured person. Toyota recommends the use of a seat belt. Depending on the inju- ry, first check with your doctor for specific recommendations.

CAUTION

Persons should ride in their seats properly wearing their seat belts whenever the vehicle is moving. Otherwise, they are much more likely to suffer serious bodily injury or death in the event of sudden braking or a collision.

When using the seat belts, observe the following:

Use the belt for only one person at a time. Do not use a single belt for two or more peopleeven children.

To reduce the risk of sliding under the lap belt during a collision, avoid reclining the seatback any more than needed. The seat belts provide maximum protection in a frontal or rear collision when the driver and the passenger are sitting up straight and well back in the seats. If you are reclined, the lap belt may slide past your hips and apply restraint forces directly to the abdomen. In the event of a frontal collision, the more the seat is re- clined, the greater the risk of per- sonal injury.

Be careful not to damage the belt webbing or hardware. Take care that they do not get caught or pinched in the seat or side doors.

Inspect the belt system periodically. Check for cuts, fraying, and loose parts. Damaged parts should be re- placed. Do not disassemble or modify the system.

Seat belts Seat belt precautions

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Keep the belts clean and dry. If they need cleaning, use a mild soap solution or lukewarm water. Never use bleach, dye, or abrasive clean- ers, or allow them to come into contact with the beltthey may se- verely weaken the belts. (See Cleaning the interior on page 188)

Replace the belt assembly (includ- ing bolts) if it has been used in a severe impact. The entire assembly should be replaced even if damage is not obvious.

Fastening seat belts

SU13239 Tab Buckle

Adjust the seat as needed and sit up straight and well back in the seat. To fasten your belt, pull it out of the re- tractor and insert the tab into the buckle.

You will hear a click when the tab locks into the buckle.

The seat belt length automatically adjusts to your size and the seat position.

The retractor will lock the belt during a sudden stop or on impact. It also may lock if you lean forward too quickly. A slow, easy motion will allow the belt to extend, and you can move around freely.

When a passengers shoulder belt is com- pletely extended and is then retracted even slightly, the belt is locked in that position and cannot be extended. This fea- ture is used to hold the child restraint system securely. (For details, see Child restraint on page 46) To free the belt again, fully retract the belt and then pull the belt out once more.

If the seat belt cannot be pulled out of the retractor, firmly pull the belt and release it. You will then be able to smoothly pull the belt out of the retractor.

CAUTION

After inserting the tab, make sure the tab and buckle are locked and that the belt is not twisted.

Do not insert coins, clips, etc. in the buckle as this may prevent you from properly latching the tab and buckle.

If the seat belt does not function normally, immediately contact your Toyota dealer. Do not use the seat until the seat belt is fixed, because it cannot protect an adult occupant or your child from injury.

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Take up slack

Too high

Keep as low on hips as possible

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Ke p as low on hips as possible

Adjust the position of the lap and shoulder belts.

Position the lap belt as low as possible on your hipsnot on your waist, then ad- just it to a snug fit by pulling the shoulder portion upward through the latch plate.

CAUTION

Both highpositioned lap belts and loosefitting belts could cause seri- ous injuries due to sliding under the lap belt during a collision or other unintended event. Keep the lap belt positioned as low on hips as possible.

Do not place the shoulder belt un- der your arm.

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To release the belt, press the buckle release button and allow the belt to retract.

If the belt does not retract smoothly, pull it out and check for kinks or twists. Then make sure it remains untwisted as it re- tracts.

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Seat belt extender If your seat belt cannot be fastened se- curely because it is not long enough, a personalized seat belt extender is avail- able from your Toyota dealer free of charge.

Please contact your local Toyota dealer to order the proper required length for the extender. Bring the heaviest coat you ex- pect to wear for proper measurement and selection of length. Additional ordering in- formation is available at your Toyota deal- er.

CAUTION

When using the seat belt extender, observe the following precautions. Failure to follow these instructions could reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt restraint system in case of an accident, increasing the chance of personal injury.

Remember that the extender pro- vided for you may not be safe when used on a different vehicle, or for another person or at a different seating position than the one origi- nally intended for.

Be sure to wear the seat belt with- out the seat belt extender if you can fasten the seat belt without the extender.

Do not use the seat belt extender when installing a child restraint system on the passenger seat. If installing a child restraint system with the seat belt extender con- nected to the seat belt, the seat belt will not securely hold the child restraint system, which could cause death or serious injury to the child or other passenger in the event of collision.

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To connect the extender to the seat belt, insert the tab into the seat belt buckle so that the PRESS signs on the buckle release buttons of the ex- tender and the seat belt are both facing outward as shown.

You will hear a click when the tab locks into the buckle.

When releasing the seat belt, press on the buckle release button on the extender, not on the seat belt. This helps prevent damage to the vehicle interior and extend- er itself.

When not in use, remove the extender and store in the vehicle for future use.

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CAUTION

After inserting the tab, make sure the tab and buckle are locked and that the lap and shoulder portions of the belt and the seat belt extend- er are not twisted.

Do not insert coins, clips, etc. in the buckle as this may prevent you from properly latching the tab and buckle.

If the seat belt does not function normally, immediately contact your Toyota dealer. Do not use the seat until the seat belt is fixed, because it cannot protect an adult occupant or your child from injury.

Seat belt pretensioners

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The driver and passenger seat belt pre- tensioners are designed to be activated in response to a severe frontal impact.

When the sensor detects a severe frontal impact, the seat belts are quickly drawn back by the retractors so that the belts snugly restrain the occupants.

The seat belt pretensioners are activated even if there is no passenger in the seat.

The seat belt pretensioners and SRS air- bags may not operate together in all colli- sions.

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The seat belt pretensioner system con- sists mainly of the following components and their locations are shown in the il- lustration.

1. Front airbag sensor

2. Seat belt pretensioner assemblies

3. Airbag sensor assembly

4. SRS warning light

The seat belt pretensioners are controlled by the airbag sensor assembly. The airbag sensor assembly consists of a safing sen- sor and airbag sensor.

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When the seat belt pretensioners are acti- vated, an operating noise may be heard and a small amount of nontoxic gas may be released. This does not indicate that a fire is occurring. This gas is normally harmless.

Once the seat belt pretensioners have been activated, the seat belt retractors remain locked.

CAUTION

Do not modify, remove, strike or open the seat belt pretensioner assemblies, airbag sensor or surrounding area or wiring. Failure to follow these instruc- tions may prevent the seat belt pre- tensioners from activating correctly, cause sudden operation of the system or disable the system, which could result in death or serious injury. Con- sult your Toyota dealer about any re- pair and modification.

NOTICE

Do not perform any of the following changes without consulting your Toyota dealer. Such changes can interfere with proper operation of the seat belt pretensioners in some cases.

Installation of electronic devices such as a mobile twoway radio, cassette tape player or compact disc player

Repairs on or near the seat belt retractor assemblies

Modification of the suspension sys- tem

Modification of the front end struc- ture

Attachment of a grille guard (bull bar, kangaroo bar, etc.), snowplow, winches or any other equipment to the front end

Repair made on or near the front fenders, front end structure or con- sole

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This indicator comes on when the igni- tion key is turned to the ON position. It goes off after about 6 seconds. This means the seat belt pretensioners are operating properly.

This warning light system monitors the airbag sensor assembly, front airbag sen- sors, seat belt pretensioner assemblies, inflators, warning light, interconnecting wir- ing and power sources. (For details, see Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers on page 77.)

If any of the following conditions occurs, this indicates a malfunction of the airbags or seat belt pretensioners. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

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When the ignition key is turned to the ON position, the light does not come on, remains on or flashes.

The light comes on or starts flashing while driving.

If any seat belt does not retract or cannot be pulled out due to a malfunc- tion or activation of the relevant seat belt pretensioner.

The seat belt pretensioner assembly or surrounding area has been damaged.

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In the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible:

The front of the vehicle (shaded in the illustration) was involved in an accident that was not severe enough to cause the seat belt pretensioners to operate.

Either seat belt pretensioner assembly or surrounding area is scratched, cracked, or otherwise damaged.

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The SRS (Supplemental Restraint Sys- tem) airbags are designed to provide further protection for the driver and passenger in addition to the primary safety protection provided by the seat belts.

In response to a severe frontal impact, the SRS airbags work together with the seat belts to help reduce injury by inflat- ing. The SRS airbags help reduce injuries mainly to the drivers or passengers head or chest caused by hitting the vehicle in- terior. When the passenger airbag manual onoff switch is in the ON position, the passenger airbag is activated if there is no passenger in the seat.

Always wear your seat belt properly.

SRS driver airbag and passenger airbag

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Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module, which will record the use of the seat belt restraint system by the driver when the SRS air- bags are inflated.

CAUTION

The SRS airbag system is designed only as a supplement to the prima- ry protection of the driver and pas- senger seat belt systems. The driv- er and passenger can be killed or seriously injured by the inflating airbags if they do not wear the available seat belts properly. During sudden braking just before a colli- sion, an unrestrained driver or pas- senger can move forward into direct contact with or close proximity to the airbag which may then deploy during the collision. To ensure max- imum protection in an accident, the driver and passenger in the vehicle must wear their seat belts properly. Wearing a seat belt properly during an accident reduces the chances of death or serious injury or being thrown out of the vehicle. For in- structions and precautions concern- ing the seat belt system, see Seat belts on page 31.

Improperly seated and/or restrained infants and children can be killed or seriously injured by the deploy- ing airbags. An infant or child who is too small to use a seat belt should be properly secured using a child restraint system. For instruc- tions concerning the installation of a child restraint system, see Child restraint on page 46.

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Indicator light

The passenger airbag system is equipped with a manual onoff switch and indicator light. Turning the passen- ger airbag manual onoff switch clock- wise to the ON position makes the passenger airbag system operational. Turning the passenger airbag manual onoff switch counterclockwise to the OFF position disables the passenger airbag system. The indicator light on the passenger airbag manual onoff switch will come on when the passen- ger airbag system has been disabled.

See Passenger airbag manual onoff switch on page 45 in this Section for detail.

CAUTION

Make sure that the indicator light is off.

Do not turn off the passenger air- bag manual onoff switch except when a member of a passenger risk group identified in TABLE 1 is oc- cupying the passenger seating posi- tion.

When the passenger airbag manual onoff switch is turned off, the pas- senger airbag will not inflate in a collision and turning off the pas- senger airbag can reduce the occu- pant protection which your vehicle safety systems can provide to you in certain accidents and increase the likelihood of serious personal injuries.

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The SRS airbags are designed to deploy in severe (usually frontal) collisions where the magnitude and duration of the forward deceleration of the vehicle exceeds the designed threshold level.

The SRS airbags will deploy if the severi- ty of the impact is above the designed threshold level, comparable to an approxi- mate 25 km/h (15 mph) collision when the vehicle has the impact straight into a fixed barrier that does not move or deform.

However, this threshold velocity will be considerably higher if the vehicle strikes an object, such as a parked vehicle or sign pole, which can move or deform on impact, or if the vehicle is involved in an underride collision (e.g. a collision in which the front of the vehicle underrides, or goes under, the bed of a truck, etc.).

It is possible that in some collisions where the forward deceleration of the ve- hicle is very close to the designed thresh- old level, the SRS airbags and the seat belt pretensioners may not activate togeth- er.

Always wear your seat belts properly.

TABLE 1: A PASSENGER RISK GROUP

Infant. An infant (less than 1 year old) who must ride in the front seat because:

Child age 1 to 12. A child age 1 to 12 must ride in the front seat because:

Medical condition. A passenger has a medical condition which according to his or her physician:

Causes the passenger airbag to pose a special risk for the passenger: and

Makes the potential harm from the passenger airbag in a crash greater than the potential harm from turning off the airbag and allowing the passenger, even if belted, to hit the dashboard, or windshield in a crash.

For more detailed information concerning about the passenger risk group, please contact NHTSA at 18004249393.

Vehicle has no rear seat:

Although children ages 1 to 12 ride in the rear seat(s) whenever possible, children ages 1 to 12 sometimes must ride in the front because no space is available in the rear seat(s) of vehicle; or

The child has a medical condition which, according to the childs physician, makes it necessary for the child to ride in the front seat so that the driver can constantly monitor the childs condition.

Vehicle has no rear seat;

Vehicle has a rear seat too small to accommodate a rearfacing infant seat; or

The infant has a medical condition which, according to the infants physician, makes it necessary for the infant to ride in the front seat so that the driver can constantly monitor the childs condition.

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SC13014aCollision from the rear

Collision from the side

Vehicle rollover

The SRS airbags are not generally de- signed to inflate if the vehicle is in- volved in a side or rear collision, if it rolls over, or if it is involved in a low speed frontal collision. But, whenever a collision of any type causes sufficient forward deceleration of the vehicle, de- ployment of the SRS airbags may oc- cur.

SB13077 Hitting a curb, edge of pavement or hard surface

Falling into or jumping over a deep hole

Landing hard or vehicle falling

The SRS airbags may also deploy if a serious impact occurs to the underside of your vehicle. Some examples are shown in the illustration.

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The SRS airbag system consists mainly of the following components, and their loca- tions are shown in the illustration.

1. Front airbag sensor

2. SRS warning light

3. Airbag module for passenger (airbag and inflator)

4. Airbag sensor assembly

5. Airbag module for driver (airbag and inflator)

The airbag sensor assembly consists of a safing sensor and airbag sensor.

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The airbag sensors constantly monitor the forward deceleration of the vehicle. If an impact results in a forward deceleration beyond the designed threshold level, the system triggers the airbag inflators. At this time a chemical reaction in the inflators very quickly fills the airbags with nontox- ic gas to help restrain the forward motion of the occupants. The airbags then quickly deflate, so that there is no obstruction of the drivers vision should it be necessary to continue driving.

When the airbags inflate, they produce a loud noise and release some smoke and residue along with nontoxic gas. This does not indicate a fire. This smoke may remain inside the vehicle for some time, and may cause some minor irritation to the eyes, skin or breathing. Be sure to wash off any residue as soon as possible to prevent any potential skin irritation with soap and water. If you can safely exit from the vehicle, you should do so imme- diately.

Deployment of the airbags happens in a fraction of a second, so the airbags must inflate with considerable force. While the system is designed to reduce serious inju- ries, primarily to the head and chest, it may also cause other, less severe injuries to the face, chest, arms and hands. These are usually in the nature of minor burns or abrasions and swelling, but the force of a deploying airbag can cause more seri- ous injuries, especially if an occupants hands, arms, chest or head is in close proximity to the airbag module at the time of deployment. This is why it is important for the occupant to: avoid placing any object or part of the body between the occupant and the airbag module; sit straight and well back into the seat; wear the available seat belt properly; and sit as far as possible from the airbag module, while still maintaining control of the ve- hicle.

Parts of the airbag module (steering wheel hub, airbag cover and inflator) may be hot for several minutes after deployment, so do not touch! The airbags inflate only once. The windshield may be damaged by absorbing some of the force of the inflat- ing airbag.

CAUTION

The driver or passenger who is too close to the steering wheel or dash- board during airbag deployment can be killed or seriously injured. Toyota strongly recommends that:

The driver sit as far back as pos- sible from the steering wheel while still maintaining control of the ve- hicle.

The passenger sit as far back as possible from the dashboard.

All vehicle occupants be properly restrained using the available seat belts.

For instructions and precautions con- cerning the seating position, see Seat precautions on page 28.

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Do not sit on the edge of the seat or lean against the dashboard when the vehicle is in use, since the pas- senger airbag could inflate with considerable speed and force. Any- one who is up against, or very close to, an airbag when it inflates, can be killed or seriously injured. Sit up straight and well back in the seat, and always use your seat belt properly.

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Do not allow a child to stand up or kneel on the passenger seat, since the passenger airbag could inflate with considerable speed and force. Otherwise, the child may be killed or seriously injured.

Do not hold a child on your lap or in your arms. Use a child restraint system in the seat. For instructions concerning the installation of a child restraint system, see Child restraint on page 46.

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Do not put anything or any part of your body on or in front of the dashboard or steering wheel pad that houses the airbag system. They might restrict inflation or cause death or serious injury as they are projected rearward by the force of deploying airbags. Likewise, the driver and passenger should not hold objects in their arms or on their knees.

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Do not modify or remove any wir- ing. Do not modify, remove, strike or open any components such as the steering wheel pad, steering wheel, column cover, dashboard near the passenger airbag, passen- ger airbag cover, passenger airbag or airbag sensor assembly. Doing so may prevent the airbag system from activating correctly, cause sud- den activation of the system or dis- able the system, which could result in death or serious injury.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious injury. Consult your Toyota dealer about any repair and modification.

NOTICE

Do not perform any of the following changes without consulting your Toyota dealer. Such changes can in- terfere with proper operation of the SRS airbag system in some cases.

Installation of electronic devices such as a mobile twoway radio, cassette tape player or compact disc player

Modification of the suspension sys- tem

Modification of the front end struc- ture

Attachment of a grille guard (bull bar, kangaroo bar, etc.), snowplow, winches or any other equipment to the front end

Repairs made on or near the front fenders, front end structure, con- sole, steering column, steering wheel or dashboard near the pas- senger airbag

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This indicator comes on when the igni- tion key is turned to the ON position. It goes off after about 6 seconds. This means the SRS airbags are operating properly.

This warning light system monitors the airbag sensor assembly, front airbag sen- sors, seat belt pretensioner assemblies, inflators, warning light, interconnecting wir- ing and power sources. (For details, see Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers on page 77.)

If any of the following conditions occurs, this indicates a malfunction of the airbags or seat belt pretensioners. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

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When the ignition key is turned to the ON position, the light does not come on, remains on or flashes.

The light comes on or starts flashing while driving.

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In the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible:

The SRS airbags have been inflated.

The front of the vehicle (shaded in the illustration) was involved in an accident that was not severe enough to cause the SRS airbags to inflate.

The pad section of the steering wheel or passenger airbag cover (shaded in the illustration) is scratched, cracked, or otherwise damaged.

NOTICE

Do not disconnect the battery cables before contacting your Toyota dealer.

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Indicator light

This onoff switch is designed to dis- able the passenger airbag in order to allow usage, if necessary, of a member of a passenger risk group identified in TABLE 1 (on page 40) is occupying the passenger seating position (For details, see SRS driver airbag and passenger airbag on page 37 in this Section.)

Operate onoff switch as follows:

Insert key into the keyhole and turn it in the glove box.

To turn passenger airbag on: Turn the key clockwise to the ON position. To turn passenger airbag off: Turn the key counterclockwise to the OFF position.

Passenger airbag manual onoff switch

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The indicator comes on when the passen- ger airbag system is off.

To check the airbag cutoff system status, turn the ignition switch to the ON posi- tion. The AIRBAG warning light and the OFF indicator light should go on for approximately 4 seconds. If the airbag switch is turned off, the OFF indicator will continue to illuminate, and if the air- bag switch is turned on, the OFF indica- tor will not illuminate.

CAUTION

Make sure that the indicator light is off.

Do not turn off the passenger air- bag manual onoff switch except when a member of a passenger risk group identified in TABLE 1 (on page 40) is occupying the passen- ger seating position.

When the passenger airbag manual onoff switch is turned off, the pas- senger airbag will not inflate in a collision and turning off the pas- senger airbag can reduce the occu- pant protection which your vehicle safety systems can provide to you in certain accidents and increase the likelihood of serious personal injuries.

For details, see SRS driver airbag and passenger airbag on page 37 in this Section.

Toyota strongly urges the use of ap- propriate child restraint systems for children.

The laws of all 50 states in the U.S.A. now require the use of a child restraint system.

Your vehicle conforms to SAEJ1819.

CAUTION

For effective protection in automo- bile accidents and sudden stops, a child must be properly restrained, using a seat belt or child restraint system depending on the age and size of the child. Holding a child in your arms is not a substitute for a child restraint system. In an acci- dent, the child can be crushed against the windshield, or between you and the vehicles interior.

Toyota strongly urges use of a proper child restraint system that conforms to the size of the child.

Child restraint Child restraint precautions

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Never install infant or child age 1 to 12 in a passenger risk group on the passenger seat with the passen- ger airbag manual onoff switch in the ON position. In the event of an accident, the force of the rapid inflation of the passenger airbag can cause death or serious injury to the child.

If you must install infant or child age 1 to 12 in a passenger risk group on the passenger seat, make sure the passenger airbag manual onoff switch is in the OFF position and that the indicator light is on. (For details, see SRS driver airbag and passenger airbag on page 37 in this Section.

Do not use the seat belt extender when installing a child restraint system on the passenger seat. If installing a child restraint system with the seat belt extender con- nected to the seat belt, the seat belt will not securely hold the child restraint system, which could cause death or serious injury to the child or other passenger in the event of collision.

Make sure you have complied with all installation instructions provided by the child restraint manufacturer and that the system is properly se- cured. If it is not secured properly, it may cause death or serious injury to the child in the event of a sud- den stop or accident.

Child restraint system A child restraint system for a small child or baby must be properly re- strained on the seat with the lap por- tion of the lap/shoulder belt. You must carefully consult the manufacturers in- structions which accompany the child restraint system.

To provide proper restraint, use a child restraint system following the manufactur- ers instructions about the appropriate age and size of the child for the child restraint system.

Install the child restraint system correctly following the instructions provided by its manufacturer. General directions are also provided under the following illustrations.

When not using the child restraint system, keep it secured with the seat belt or place it in somewhere other than the passenger compartment. This will prevent it from in- juring passenger in the event of a sudden stop or accident.

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Child restraint systems are divided into the following 3 types according to the childs age and size.

(A) Infant seat

(B) Convertible seat

(C) Booster seat

Install the child restraint system following the instructions provided by its manufac- turer.

Your vehicle has anchor brackets for se- curing the top strap of a child restraint system.

For instructions about how to use the an- chor bracket, see Using a top strap on page 58.

The child restraint lower anchorages approved for your vehicle may also be used. See Installation with child restraint lower anchorages on page 59.

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(A) Infant seat

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(B) Convertible seat

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(C) Booster seat

Types of child restraint system

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Installation with seat belt

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(A) INFANT SEAT INSTALLATION

An infant seat must be used in rear facing position only.

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CAUTION

Never install a rearfacing child re- straint system on the passenger seat with the passenger airbag manual on off switch in the ON position. In the event of an accident, the force of the rapid inflation of the passenger airbag can cause death or serious in- jury to the child.

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When you put a rearfacing child re- straint system which belongs to a pas- senger risk group on the passenger seat, turn the passenger airbag manual onoff switch counterclockwise to the OFF position. (For details, see SRS driver airbag and passenger airbag on page 37 in this Section.)

The indicator comes on when the system is off.

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CAUTION

If you must install a rearfacing child restraint system on the passenger seat, make sure the passenger airbag manual onoff switch is in the OFF position and that the indicator light is on.

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1. Run the lap and shoulder belt through or around the infant seat following the instructions provided by its manufactur- er and insert the tab into the buckle taking care not to twist the belt. Keep the lap portion of the belt tight.

CAUTION

After inserting the tab, make sure the tab and buckle are locked and that the lap and shoulder portions of the belt are not twisted.

Do not insert coins, clips, etc. in the buckle as this may prevent your child from properly latching the tab and buckle.

If the seat belt does not function normally, it cannot protect your child from death or serious injury. Contact your Toyota dealer immedi- ately. Do not install the child restraint system on the seat until the seat belt is fixed.

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2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it in the lock mode. When the belt is then retracted even slightly, it cannot be extended.

To hold the infant seat securely, make sure the belt is in the lock mode before letting the belt retract.

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3. While pressing the infant seat firmly against the seat cushion and seatback, let the shoulder belt retract as far as it will go to hold the infant seat secure- ly.

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CAUTION

Push and pull the child restraint sys- tem in different directions to be sure it is secure. Follow all the installation instructions provided by its manufac- turer.

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4. To remove the infant seat, press the buckle release button and allow the belt to retract completely. The belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or older child passen- ger.

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(B) CONVERTIBLE SEAT INSTALLATION

A convertible seat must be used in for- wardfacing or rearfacing position de- pending on the age and size of the child. When installing, follow the manufacturers instruction about the ap- plicable age and size of the child as well as directions for installing the child restraint system.

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CAUTION

Rearfacing child restraint system: Never install a rearfacing child re- straint system on the passenger seat with the passenger airbag manual on off switch in the ON position. In the event of an accident, the force of the rapid inflation of the passenger airbag can cause death or serious in- jury to the child.

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When you put a forwardfacing or a rearfacing child restraint system which belongs to a passenger risk group on the passenger seat, turn the passenger airbag manual onoff switch counter- clockwise to the OFF position. (For details, see SRS driver airbag and pas- senger airbag on page 37 in this Sec- tion.)

The indicator comes on when the system is off.

CAUTION

If you must install a rearfacing child restraint system on the pas- senger seat, make sure the passen- ger airbag manual onoff switch is in the OFF position and that the indicator light is on.

Forwardfacing child restraint sys- tem: A forwardfacing child re- straint system which belongs to a passenger risk group should never be installed on the passenger seat with the passenger airbag manual onoff switch in the ON position, because the passenger airbag could inflate with considerable speed and force. Otherwise the child may be killed or seriously injured in for- ward seating position. (For details, see SRS driver airbag and passen- ger airbag on page 37 in this Sec- tion.)

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1. Run the lap and shoulder belt through or around the convertible seat following the instructions provided by its manufacturer and insert the tab into the buckle taking care not to twist the belt. Keep the lap portion of the belt tight.

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CAUTION

After inserting the tab, make sure the tab and buckle are locked and that the lap and shoulder portions of the belt is not twisted.

Do not insert coins, clips, etc. in the buckle as this may prevent your child from properly latching the tab and buckle.

If the seat belt does not function normally, it cannot protect your child from death or serious injury. Contact your Toyota dealer immedi- ately. Do not install the child restraint system on the seat until the seat belt is fixed.

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2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it in the lock mode. When the belt is then retracted slightly, it cannot be ex- tended.

To hold the convertible seat securely, make sure the belt is in the lock mode before letting the belt retract.

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3. While pressing the convertible seat firmly against the seat cushion and seatback, let the shoulder belt retract as far as it will go to hold the convert- ible seat securely.

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CAUTION

Push and pull the child restraint sys- tem in different directions to be sure it is secure. Follow all the installation instructions provided by its manufac- turer.

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4. To remove the convertible seat, press the buckle release button and allow the belt to retract completely. The belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or older child passen- ger.

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(C) BOOSTER SEAT INSTALLATION

A booster seat must be used in for- wardfacing position only.

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CAUTION

A forwardfacing child restraint system which belongs to a passenger risk group should never be installed on the passenger seat with the passenger airbag manual onoff switch in the ON position, because the passenger airbag could inflate with considerable speed and force. Otherwise the child may be killed or seriously injured in forward seating position. (For details, see SRS driver airbag and passenger airbag on page 37 in this Section.)

SB13107a

When you put a forwardfacing child restraint system which belongs to pas- senger risk group on the passenger seat, turn the passenger airbag manual onoff switch counterclockwise to the OFF position. (For details, see SRS driver airbag and passenger airbag on page 37 in this Section.)

The indicator comes on when the system is off.

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1. Sit the child on a booster seat. Run the lap and shoulder belt through or around the booster seat and across the child following the instructions provided by its manufacturer and insert the tab into the buckle taking care not to twist the belt.

Make sure the shoulder belt is correctly across the childs shoulder and that the lap belt is positioned as low as possible on the childs hips. See Seat belts on page 31 in this Section for details.

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CAUTION

Always make sure the shoulder belt is positioned across the center of childs shoulder. The belt should be kept away from childs neck, but not falling off childs shoulder. Otherwise, the child may be killed or seriously injured in case of sud- den braking or a collision.

Both highpositioned lap belts and loosefitting belts could cause death or serious injuries due to sliding under the lap belt during a collision or other unintended event. Keep the lap belt positioned as low on a childs hips as possible.

For childs safety, do not place the shoulder belt under childs arm.

After inserting the tab, make sure the tab and buckle are locked and that the lap and shoulder portions of the belt are not twisted.

Do not insert coins, clips, etc. in the buckle as this may prevent your child from properly latching the tab and buckle.

If the seat belt does not function normally, it cannot protect your child from death or serious injury. Contact your Toyota dealer immedi- ately. Do not install the child restraint system on the seat until the seat belt is fixed. SB13097

2. To remove the child restraint system, press the buckle release button and allow the belt to retract.

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Using a top strap

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Follow the procedure below for a child restraint system that requires the use of a top strap.

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Use the anchor bracket on the luggage trim to attach the top strap.

Anchor brackets are installed for a pas- senger seating position.

This symbol indicates the location of the anchor bracket.

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TO USE THE ANCHOR BRACKET

1. Lightly push up the anchor bracket cover, then pull it forward to re- move.

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2. Fix the child restraint system with the seat belt.

Latch the hook onto the anchor bracket and tighten the top strap.

For instructions to install the child re- straint system, see Child restraint on page 46.

CAUTION

Do not slide the seat after securing the child restraint system.

Make sure the top strap is securely latched, and check that the child restraint system is secure by push- ing and pulling it in different direc- tions.

Follow all the installation instructions provided by its manufacturer.

Store a removed cover in a safe place such as the glove box.

Be sure to replace a cover when the an- chor bracket is not in use.

SB13116

The lower anchorages for the child re- straint system interfaced with the FMVSS225 specification are installed in the passenger seat.

The anchorages are installed in the clear- ance between the seat cushion and seat- back of passenger seat.

Child restraint system interfaced with the FMVSS225 specification can be fixed with these anchorages. In this case, it is not necessary to fix the child restraint system with a seat belt on the vehicle.

Installation with child restraint lower anchorages

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Type A

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Type B

CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM INSTALLATION

Type A

1. Widen the clearance between the seat cushion and seatback a little and confirm the position of the low- er anchorages below the tag in the seatback.

2. Latch the hooks of lower straps onto the anchorages and tighten the lower straps.

Type B

1. Widen the clearance between the seat cushion and seatback a little and confirm the position of the low- er anchorages below the tag in the seatback.

2. Latch the buckles onto the anchor- ages.

If your child restraint system has a top strap, it should be anchored. (For the installation of the top strap, see Using a top strap on page 58.)

For installation details, refer to the instruc- tion manual equipped with each product.

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CAUTION

When using the lower anchorages for the child restraint system, be sure that there are no irregular ob- jects around the anchorages or that the seat belt is not caught.

Push and pull the child restraint system in different directions to be sure it is secure. Follow all the installation instructions provided by its manufacturer.

When using the lower anchorages for the child restraint system, en- sure that the seat is moved to the rearmost position, with the seat- back close to the child restraint system.

After securing the child restraint system, never slide of recline the seat.

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OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Steering wheel and Mirrors Tilt steering wheel 64. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Outside rear view mirrors 64. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Antiglare inside rear view mirror 66. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Tilt steering wheel

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To change the steering wheel angle, hold the steering wheel, push the lock release lever, tilt the steering wheel to the desired angle and return the lever to its original position.

CAUTION

Do not adjust the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving. Doing so may cause the driver to mishan- dle the vehicle and an accident may occur resulting in death or serious injuries.

After adjusting the steering wheel, try moving it up and down to make sure it is locked in position.

Outside rear view mirrors

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Adjust the mirror so that you can see the side of your vehicle in the mirror.

Be careful when judging the size or dis- tance of any object seen in the outside rear view mirror on the passengers side because it is a convex mirror. Any object seen in a convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than when seen in a flat mirror.

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CAUTION

Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is moving. Doing so may cause the driver to mishandle the ve- hicle and an accident may occur re- sulting in death or serious injuries.

Power rear view mirror control

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To adjust a mirror, use the switches.

1. Master switchTo select the mirror to be adjusted Push the switch to L (left) or R (right).

2. Control switchTo move the mirror Push the switch in the desired direc- tion.

Mirrors can be adjusted when the key is in the ACC or ON position.

NOTICE

If ice should jam the mirror, do not operate the control or scrape the mir- ror face. Use a spray deicer to free the mirror.

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Folding rear view mirrors

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The rear view mirrors can be folded backward for parking in compact areas.

To fold the rear view mirror, push back- ward.

CAUTION

Do not drive with the mirrors folded backward. Both the driver and pas- senger side rear view mirrors must be extended and properly adjusted before driving.

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Adjust the mirror so that you can just see the rear of your vehicle in the mir- ror.

To reduce glare from the headlights of the vehicle behind you during night driving, operate the lever on the lower edge of the mirror.

Daylight drivingLever at position 1

The reflection in the mirror has greater clarity at this position.

Night drivingLever at position 2

Remember that by reducing glare you also lose some rear view clarity.

CAUTION

Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is moving. Doing so may cause the driver to mishandle the ve- hicle and an accident may occur re- sulting in personal death or injuries.

Antiglare inside rear view mirror

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OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Lights, Wipers and Defogger Headlights and turn signals 68. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Emergency flashers 69. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Front fog lights 70. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Instrument panel light control 70. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Interior light 70. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Windshield wipers and washer 71. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rear window defogger 71. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Headlights and turn signals

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HEADLIGHTS

To turn on the following lights: Twist the headlight/turn signal lever knob.

Position 1Parking, tail, license plate, side marker and instrument panel lights

Position 2Headlights and all of the above

Light reminder buzzer

A buzzer will remind you to turn the lights off when the drivers door is opened if you remove the key with the headlights left on.

NOTICE

To prevent the battery from being dis- charged, do not leave the lights on for a long period when the engine is not running.

Daytime running light system

The daytime running light system can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. This sys- tem can be helpful in many different driv- ing conditions, but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset.

This system will make your headlights come on at a reduced brightness when:

The engine is running.

The parking brake is released.

The headlight/turn signal lever knob is in the OFF position or position 1.

To turn on the other exterior lights and instrument panel lights, twist the knob to position 1.

Twist the knob to position 2 to turn the headlights to full intensity for night driving.

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Highlow beamsFor high beams, turn the headlights on and push the lever away from you (position 1). Pull the lever to- ward you (position 2) for low beams.

The headlight high beam indicator light (blue light) on the instrument panel will tell you that the high beams are on.

Flashing the high beam headlights (position 3)Pull the lever all the way back. The high beam headlights turn off when you release the lever.

You can flash the high beam headlights with the knob turned to OFF.

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TURN SIGNALS

To signal a turn, push the headlight/ turn signal lever up or down to position 1.

The key must be in the ON position.

The lever automatically returns after you make a turn, but you may have to return it by hand after you change lanes.

To signal a lane change, move the lever up or down to the pressure point (position 2) and hold it.

If the turn signal indicator lights (green lights) on the instrument panel flash faster than normal, a front or rear turn signal bulb is burned out. See Replacing light bulbs on page 228 in Section 73.

Emergency flashers

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To turn on the emergency flashers, push the switch.

All the turn signal lights will flash. To turn them off, push the switch once again.

Turn on the emergency flashers to warn other drivers if your vehicle must be stopped where it might be a traffic hazard.

Always pull as far off the road as pos- sible.

The turn signal light switch will not work when the emergency flashers are operat- ing.

NOTICE

To prevent the battery from being dis- charged, do not leave the switch on longer than necessary when the en- gine is not running.

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Front fog lights

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To turn on the front fog lights, push the switch. they will come on when the headlights and/or tail lights are turned on.

Instrument panel light control

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To adjust the brightness of the instru- ment panel lights, turn the switch.

Interior light

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To turn on the interior light, slide the switch.

The interior light switch has the following positions:

ONThe light stays on all the time.

DOORTurns the light on when either side door is opened. The light goes off when both the doors are closed.

OFFTurns the light off.

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Windshield wipers and washer

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To turn on the windshield wipers, move the lever to the desired setting.

The key must be in the ON position.

Lever position Speed setting

Position 1 Intermittent

Position 2 Slow

Position 3 Fast

For a single sweep of the windshield, push the lever up and release it.

The INT TIME band lets you adjust the wiping time interval when the wiper lever is in the intermittent position (position 1). Twist the band upward to increase the time between sweeps, and downward to decrease it.

To squirt washer fluid, pull the lever toward you.

If the windshield wipers are off, they will operate a couple of times after the washer squirts.

For instructions on adding washer fluid, see Adding washer fluid on page 227 in Section 73.

In freezing weather, warm the windshield with the defroster before using the washer. This will help prevent the washer fluid from freezing on the windshield, which can block your vision.

NOTICE

Do not operate the wipers if the wind- shield is dry. It may scratch the glass.

Rear window defogger

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To defog or defrost the rear window, push the switch.

The key must be in the ON position.

The thin heater wires on the inside of the rear window will quickly clear the surface. An indicator light will illuminate to indicate the defogger is operating.

Push the switch once again to turn the defogger off.

The system will automatically shut off af- ter the defogger has operated about 15 minutes.

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Make sure you turn the defogger off when the window is clear. Leaving the defogger on for a long time could cause the battery to discharge, especially during stopand go driving. The defogger is not designed for drying rain water or for melting snow.

NOTICE

To prevent the battery from being discharged, turn the switch off when the engine is not running.

When cleaning the inside of the rear window, be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires or connectors.

When the soft top is completely lowered, keep the rear window de- fogger turned off to avoid damage to the top.

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OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Gauges, Meters and Service reminder indicators Fuel gauge 74. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Engine coolant temperature gauge 74. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tachometer 75. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Odometer and two trip meters 75. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers 77. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION 1 6

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Fuel gauge

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Low fuel level warning light

The gauge indicates the approximate quantity of fuel remaining in the tank when the ignition switch is on.

Nearly fullNeedle at F Nearly emptyNeedle at E

It is a good idea to keep the tank over 1/4 full.

The needle moves when braking, acceler- ating or making turns. This is cause by the movement of the fuel in the tank.

If the fuel level approaches E or the low fuel level warning light comes on, fill the fuel tank as soon as possible.

On inclines or curves, due to the move- ment of fuel in the tank, the fuel gauge needle may fluctuate or the low fuel level warning light may come on earlier than usual.

If the fuel tank is completely empty, the malfunction indicator lamp comes on. Fill the fuel tank immediately.

The indicator lamp goes off after driving several times. If the indicator lamp does not go off, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

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The gauge indicates the engine coolant temperature when the ignition switch is on. The engine operating temperature will vary with changes in weather and engine load.

If the needle moves to the H position, your engine is too hot. If your vehicle overheats, stop your vehicle and allow the engine to cool.

Your vehicle may overheat during severe operating conditions, such as:

Driving up a long hill on a hot day.

Reducing speed or stopping after high speed driving.

Idling for a long period with the air conditioning on in stopandgo traffic.

Engine coolant temperature gauge

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If the engine coolant temperature gauge needle is not displayed, there may be a problem in the system. In this case, con- tact your Toyota dealer as soon as pos- sible.

NOTICE

Do not remove the thermostat in the engine cooling system as this may cause the engine to overheat. The thermostat is designed to con- trol the flow of coolant to keep the temperature of the engine within the specified operating range.

Do not continue driving with an overheated engine. See If your vehicle overheats on page 166 in Section 4.

Tachometer

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The tachometer indicates engine speed in thousands of rpm (revolutions per minute). Use it while driving to select correct shift points and to prevent en- gine lugging and overrevving.

Driving with the engine running too fast causes excessive engine wear and poor fuel economy. Remember, in most cases the slower the engine speed, the greater the fuel economy.

NOTICE

Do not let the indicator needle get into the red zone. This may cause severe engine damage.

Odometer and two trip meters

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This meter displays the odometer and two trip meters.

1. OdometerShows the total distance the vehicle has been driven.

2. Two trip metersShow two different distances independently driven since the last time each trip meter was set to zero.

You can use one trip meter to calculate the fuel economy and the other to measure the distance on each trip. All trip meter data is cancelled if the elec- trical power source is disconnected.

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3. Trip meter reset knobResets the two trip meters to zero, and also change the meter display.

To change the meter display, quickly push and release the knob. The meter display changes in the order from the odometer to trip meter A to trip meter B, then back to the odometer each time you push.

To reset the trip meter A to zero, dis- play the trip meter A reading, then push and hold the knob until the meter is set to zero. The same process can be applied for resetting the trip meter B.

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Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers

If the indicator or buzzer comes on... Do this.

(a) If parking brake is off, stop immediately and contact Toyota dealer.

(b) (Indicator and buzzer)

Fasten drivers seat belt.

(c) Fasten passengers seat belt.

(d) Stop and check.

(e) Stop and check.

(f) Take vehicle to Toyota dealer.

(g) Low fuel level warning light Fill up tank. (See Fuel gauge on page 74 in this Section.)

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If the indicator or buzzer comes on... Do this.

(h) Take vehicle to Toyota dealer immediately. If the vehicle cannot be driven, contact your Toyota dealer.

(i) Take vehicle to Toyota dealer.

(j) Close both the doors.

(k) Take vehicle to Toyota dealer immediately.

(l) Take vehicle to Toyota dealer.

(m) Key reminder buzzer Remove key.

(n) Light reminder buzzer Turn off lights.

(o) Warning function of the sequential manual transmission

See Sequential manual transmission on page 85 in Section 16.

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(a) Brake System Warning Light

This light comes on in the following cases when the ignition key is in the ON posi- tion.

When the parking brake is applied...

This light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition key is turned to the ON position even after the parking brake is released.

When the brake fluid level is low...

CAUTION

It is dangerous to continue driving normally when the brake fluid level is low.

Have your vehicle checked at your Toyota dealer in the following case:

The light does not come on even if the parking brake is applied when the igni- tion key is in the ON position.

The light does not come on even if the ignition key is turned on with the park- ing brake released.

A warning light turning on briefly during operation does not indicate a problem.

CAUTION

If either of the following conditions occurs, immediately stop your vehicle at a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer.

The light does not turn off even after the parking brake is released while the engine is running.

In this case, the brakes may not work properly and your stopping distance will become longer. De- press the brake pedal firmly and bring the vehicle to an immediate stop.

The brake system warning light re- mains on together with the ABS warning light.

In this case, not only the antilock brake system will fail but also the vehicle will become extremely un- stable during braking.

(b) Drivers Seat Belt Reminder Light and Buzzer

This light and buzzer remind you to buckle up the drivers seat belt.

Once the ignition key is turned to ON or START, the reminder light flashes and buzzer sounds if the drivers seat belt is not fastened. Unless the driver fastens the belt, the light keeps flashing and the buzzer stops after about 4 to 8 seconds.

(c) Passengers Seat Belt Reminder Light

This light reminds you to buckle up the passengers seat belt.

Once the ignition key is turned to ON or START, the reminder light flashes if a passenger sits in the passenger seat and does not fasten the seat belt. Unless the passenger fastens the belt, the light stays flashing. However, if a passenger uses an additional seat cushion, the light may not flash even when the seat belt is not buckled up.

If luggage or other load is placed on the passenger seat, depending on its weight and how it is placed on the seat, builtin sensors in the seat cushion may detect the pressure, causing the reminder light to come on.

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(d) Discharge Warning Light

This light warns that the battery is being discharged.

If it comes on while you are driving, there is a problem somewhere in the charging system.

The engine ignition will continue to oper- ate, however, until the battery is dis- charged. Turn off the air conditioning, blower, radio, etc., and drive directly to the nearest Toyota dealer or repair shop.

NOTICE

Do not continue driving if the engine drive belt is broken or loose.

(e) Low Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light

This light warns that the engine oil pres- sure is too low.

If it flickers or stays on while you are driving, pull off the road to a safe place and stop the engine immediately. Call a Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop for assistance.

The light may occasionally flicker when the engine is idling or it may come on briefly after a hard stop. There is no cause for concern if it then goes out when the engine is accelerated slightly.

The light may come on when the oil level is extremely low. It is not designed to indicate low oil level, and the oil level must be checked using the level dipstick.

NOTICE

Do not drive the vehicle with the warning light oneven for one block. It may ruin the engine.

(f) Malfunction Indicator Lamp

This lamp comes on when the ignition key is turned to the ON position and goes off after the engine starts. This means that the warning light system is operation properly.

If the lamp remains on, or the lamp comes on while driving, first check the following.

Empty fuel tank

If the fuel tank is empty, refuel immedi- ately.

Loose fuel tank cap

If the fuel tank cap is loose, securely tighten it.

These cases are temporary malfunctions. The malfunction indicator lamp will go off after taking several driving trips.

If the lamp does not go off even after several trips, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

If the fuel tank is not empty or the fuel tank cap is not loose...

There is a problem somewhere in the engine, emission control system, elec- tronic throttle control system, automatic transmission electrical system or warn- ing light system itself.

Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle.

If engine speed does not increase with the accelerator pedal depressed down, there may be a problem somewhere in your electronic throttle control system.

At this time, vibration may occur. Howev- er, if you depress the accelerator pedal more firmly and slowly, you can drive your vehicle at low speeds. Have your vehicle checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

Even if the abnormality of the electronic throttle control system is corrected during low speed driving, the system may not be recovered until the engine is stopped and the ignition key is turned to ACC or LOCK position.

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Emissions lnspection and Maintenance (I/M) programs

Your vehicle may not pass a state emis- sion inspection if the malfunction indicator lamp remains on. Contact your Toyota dealer to check your vehicles emission control system and OBD (OnBoard Diag- nostics) system before taking your vehicle for the inspection.

For details, see Emissions Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) programs in Section 6.

(g) Low Fuel Level Warning Light

This light comes on when the fuel level in the tank becomes nearly empty. Fill up the tank as soon as possible.

On inclines or curves, due to the move- ment of fuel in the tank, the low fuel level warning light may come on earlier than usual.

(h) Sequential Manual Transmission Warning Light (Sequential manual transmission only)

This light will come on when the ignition key is turned to the ON position. After a few seconds, the light will go off. This means the sequential manual transmission system is operating properly.

In case the Sequential Manual Transmission warning light comes on, pull off the road, stop the engine and contact your Toyota dealer. Although you may be able to drive your vehicle, the vehicle may jerk when shifted or the clutch may not engage properly, causing the vehicle to jerk due to the malfunction. In some cases the shift requirement may be canceled, and the gear may be locked.

(i) ABS Warning Light

The light comes on when the ignition key is turned to the ON position. If the anti lock brake system works properly, the light turns off after a few seconds. There- after, if the system malfunctions, the light comes on again.

When the ABS warning light is on (and the brake system warning light is off), the antilock brake system does not operate, but the brake system still operates con- ventionally.

When the ABS warning light is on (and the brake system warning light is off), the antilock brake system does not operate so that the wheels could lock up during a sudden braking or braking on slippery road surfaces.

If either of the following conditions occurs, this indicates a malfunction somewhere in the parts monitored by the warning light system. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle.

The light does not come on when the ignition key is turned to the ON posi- tion, or remains on.

The light comes on while you are driv- ing.

A warning light turning on briefly during operation does not indicate a problem.

CAUTION

If the ABS warning light remains on together with the brake system warn- ing light, immediately stop your ve- hicle at a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer.

In this case, not only the antilock brake system will fail but also the vehicle will become extremely unsta- ble during braking.

(j) Open Door Warning Light

This light remains on until both the doors are completely closed.

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(k) SRS Warning Light

This light will come on when the igni- tion key is turned to the ON position. After about 6 seconds, the light will go off. This means the systems of the air- bag and seat belt pretensioners are op- erating properly.

This warning light system monitors the airbag sensor assembly, front airbag sen- sors, seat belt pretensioner assemblies, inflators, warning light, interconnecting wir- ing and power sources.

If either of the following conditions occurs, this indicates a malfunction somewhere in the parts monitored by the warning light system. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle.

The light does not come on when the ignition key is turned to the ON posi- tion, or the light remains on.

The light comes on or flashes while driving.

(l) Power Steering System Warning Light

This light warns that there is a problem in your power steering system.

If the light comes on while you are driv- ing, have your vehicle checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

(m) Key Reminder Buzzer

This buzzer reminds you to remove the key when you open the drivers door with the ignition key in the ACC or LOCK position.

(n) Light reminder buzzer

The buzzer will sound if the headlight switch is left on and the drivers door is opened with the key removed from the ignition switch.

(o) Warning function of the Sequential Manual Transmission (sequential manual transmission only)

When driving, if any incorrect operation that may cause damage to this system is performed or if the gear is not shifted as desired by the driver, the warning buzzer will sound and the gear position indicator will flash to warn the driver in some cases. For details, see (k) Warning functions on page 94 in Section 16.

CHECKING SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS (except the low fuel level warning light)

1. Apply the parking brake.

2. Open either side door. The open door warning light should come on.

3. Close the door. The open door warning light should go off.

4. Turn the ignition key to ON, but do not start the engine. All the service reminder indicators ex- cept the open door warning light should come on. The ABS and power steer- ing system warning lights go off after a few seconds. The SRS warning light goes off after about 6 seconds.

If any service reminder indicator or warn- ing buzzer does not function as described above, have it checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

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OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Ignition switch, Transmission and Parking brake Ignition switch with steering lock 84. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sequential manual transmission 85. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Manual transmission 96. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Parking brake 97. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cruise control 98. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION 1 7

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STARTStarter motor on. The key will return to the ON position when released.

For starting tips, see page 153 in Section 3.

ONEngine on and all accessories on.

This is the normal driving position.

ACCAccessories such as the radio operate, but the engine is off.

If you leave the key in the ACC or LOCK position and open the drivers door, a buzzer will remind you to remove the key.

LOCKEngine is off and the steering wheel is locked. The key can be re- moved only at this position.

You must push in the key to turn it from ACC to the LOCK position.

Once you remove the key, the engine im- mobilizer system is automatically set. (See Engine immobilizer system on page 10 in Section 12.)

When starting the engine, the key may seem stuck at the LOCK position. To free it, first be sure the key is pushed all the way in, and then rock the steering wheel slightly while turning the key gently.

CAUTION

Never remove the key when the ve- hicle is moving, as this will lock the steering wheel and result in loss of steering control.

NOTICE

Do not leave the key in the ON position if the engine is not running. The battery will discharge and the ignition could be damaged.

Ignition switch with steering lock

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The sequential manual transmission is a 6speed forward/reverse transmission. With the basics of the traditional manual transmission, the clutch operation and shifting are controlled electronically. The system has the following features:

The electronically controlled clutch op- eration and transmission enables gear shift by the operation of the selector lever (or the steering switch) only.

When starting the engine, turn the igni- tion switch to the ON position. While holding down the brake pedal firmly, shift the selector lever to the N posi- tion. Make sure that the N indicator in the instrument cluster comes on, and then start the engine. In case the selector lever is in a position other than N, or the if the brake pedal is not held down, the engine cannot be started.

Sequential manual transmission will downshift to 2nd or 1st automatically when the speed is reduced less than the fixed speed with the shift lever in S position.

To understand this unique system and op- eration method of the sequential manual transmission, read this section thoroughly before driving.

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The sequential manual transmission has a shift lock system. This system locks the selector lever to keep the transmission gear and the selector lever position in the same position when the ignition switch is turned to the ACC or LOCK position. However, if the selector lever is locked in the S position, the lever can be moved to the + or direction, but the gear will not be actually shifted.

(a) Selector lever

R: Reverse

N: Neutral and engine starting

S: Sequential driving (normal driving)

+: Upshifting Pull the selector lever to the + direction and release it. Every time the lever is operated, the transmission is upshifted 1 step in the order of 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th gear.

: Downshifting Push the selector lever to the direction and release it. Every time the lever is operated, the transmission is downshifted in the order of 6th 5th 4th 3rd 2nd 1st gear.

The gear position is displayed on the gear position indicator. The gear position indica- tor shows the transmission gear position. Before starting off, always make sure by using the gear position indicator that the gear is engaged in 1st or reverse, then depress the accelerator pedal.

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(b) Transmission shift switches

UP: Upshift switches (Back of the steering wheel)

Push the upshift switch on the back of the steering wheel. Every time the switch is operated, the transmission is shifted up 1 step in the order of 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th gear.

DOWN: Downshift switches (Face of the steering wheel)

Push the downshift switch on the face of the steering wheel. Every time the switch is operated, the transmission is down- shifted 1 step in the order of 6th 5th 4th 3rd 2nd 1st gear.

Gear shift from 1st to 6th by the steer- ing switch is possible when the selector lever is in the S position. The gear posi- tion is displayed on the gear position indi- cator. The gear position indicator shows the transmission gear position.

(c) System Operation

When the drivers door is opened, the system is activated, and the motor pump operates to accumulate pressure. The sys- tem enters standby mode when the accu- mulated pressure reaches the specified level. A motor sound may be heard from the engine compartment at this time, but it does not indicate malfunction. The motor will stop after a certain period of time.

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Transmission shift switches

(d) Upshift and downshift

The sequential manual transmission is not an automatic transmission (A/T), therefore, the gears are not shifted automatically. To shift the transmission, the driver must op- erate the selector lever to the + or direction, or the steering switch with the selector lever in the S position. When driving, the driver should shift the gear at the most appropriate timing. As on the traditional manual transmission vehicles, releasing the accelerator pedal a little will help the transmission to upshift smoothly.

Upshift: Pull the selector lever to the + direction and release it (or push the up- shift switch on the back of the steering wheel.) Every time the switch or the lever is operated, the transmission is upshifted 1 step in the order of 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th gear.

Downshift: Push the selector lever to the direction and release it (or push the downshift switch on the face of the steer- ing wheel.) Every time the switch or the lever is operated, the transmission is downshifted 1 step in the order of 6th 5th 4th 3rd 2nd 1st gear.

In case of operating the selector lever and switch operation on the steering wheel at the same time, the selector lever opera- tion has priority. In case of operating the two switches of upshifting or downshifting on the steering wheel at the same time, it is regarded to operate the switch once. Also, in case of operating the upshift and downshift switches on the steering wheel at the same time, demand is canceled and no shifting is performed.

To shift down smoothly, the engine runs fast in some cases. This is done intentionally by the system and is not a malfunction.

When the accumulated pressure of the actuator is consumed due to shifting operation, and the pressure decreases to a specified level, the pump motor starts running again. A motor sound may be heard from the engine compart- ment at this time, but it does not indi- cate malfunction.

When driving down a hill, downshift and use the engine brakes appropriate- ly. If necessary, continuous shifting- down is possible. However, if down- shifting more than 3 steps continuously, the gear shifting will take more time.

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When the outside temperature is ex- tremely low, the gear may not down- shift from 2nd to 1st until the vehicle stops.

In case the gear jumps out of position while driving, the system will shift the gear where it was before it jumps out.

If operating the selector lever to the N position while driving, and operating it to the S position again, the gear will be shifted to its most proper posi- tion in accordance with the speed.

In case the transmission cannot be en- gaged to a certain gear position during shifting due to mechanical malfunction, the system will disengage the gear for a few seconds, and select the next gear. Therefore, the vehicle may not accelerate according to the drivers intention.

Recommended shifting speeds

For the best compromise between fuel economy and vehicle performance, you should upshift or downshift at approxi- mately the following speeds;

gear km/h (mph) 1 to 2 or 2 to 1 24 (15) 2 to 3 or 3 to 2 40 (25) 3 to 4 or 4 to 3 64 (40) 4 to 5 or 5 to 4 72 (45) 5 to 6 or 6 to 5 81 (50)

Upshifting too soon or downshifting too late will cause lugging, and possibly ping- ing. Regularly revving the engine to maxi- mum speed in each gear will cause ex- cessive engine wear and high fuel consumption.

Minimum allowable speeds

Try to keep speed higher than that shown below. When the speed comes to de- crease the speed shown below, do down- shift.

gear km/h (mph) 3 30 (19) 4 40 (25) 5 50 (31) 6 56 (35)

NOTICE

If driving at the speed lower than that shown above at each gear position, it may cause early wear of the clutch.

Maximum allowable speeds

To get on a highway or to pass slower traffic, maximum acceleration may be nec- essary. Make sure you observe the follow- ing maximum allowable speeds in each gear:

gear km/h (mph) 1 53 (33) 2 88 (55) 3 120 (75) 4 163 (101)

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CAUTION

Be careful when accelerating, up- shifting, downshifting or braking on a slippery surface. Sudden accelera- tion or engine braking could cause the vehicle to spin or skid.

To drive down a long or steep hill, reduce your speed and downshift. Remember, if you ride the brakes excessively, they may overheat and fail.

Do not place the selector lever in the N position while driving. Otherwise the engine brake may not work, and you may get involved in an unexpected accident.

Do not apply the parking brake while driving. Otherwise, it could cause a skid and you may get in- volved in an unexpected accident.

NOTICE

The system will not allow shifting up or down to a gear that would cause engine overrevving or un- derrevving. When engine overrev- ving occurs, a warning buzzer (short pulse sound) will sound. In either case, the demand will be can- celled.

If frequently driving at low speed using a high gear position, a warn- ing buzzer (long pulse sound) will sound. Such driving will cause the reduction of clutch life.

Frequent downshifting (more than 3 positions continuously) causes the reduction of transmission life.

Do not drive with your foot on the brake pedal. Otherwise, it will cause the Sequential manual transmission warning light to come on.

(e) Starting off

1. Start the engine as instructed in How to start the engine on page 154 in Section 3.

CAUTION

The selector lever can become ex- tremely hot after parking under the sun.

2. With your foot holding down the brake pedal, shift the selector lever to the S position properly. When the selector le- ver is shifted to S position, the gear will be shifted to 1st. On a slippery surface, it is possible to start off with the gear in 2nd. To start off with the gear in 2nd, shift the selector lever from N to S position, then operate the lever to + direction. The gear will be shifted to 2nd. Before starting off, always make sure that the gear is en- gaged by the gear position indicator, then depress the accelerator pedal.

If the gear cannot be engaged to 1st when the selector lever is shifted from the N to S position, the N indica- tor will flash and a warning buzzer (long pulse sound) will sound. In this case, the system will retry shifting or the driver can operate the selector le- ver to shift, as follows.

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The system will retry shifting automat- ically. This will take some time, noise may be heard from the gears, and shift shock may occur. However, they do not indicate malfunction.

The driver may shift the selector lever to the N position once, then shift to the S position.

3. Release the parking brake and brake pedal. Depress the accelerator pedal slowly for smooth starting.

CAUTION

Unlike automatic transmission mod- els, the sequential manual transmis- sion models do not creep.

NOTICE

On a slippery surface, it is possible to start off with the gear in 2nd, but to protect the clutch, try to start using the 1st gear whenever possible.

If the gear cannot be engaged to 1st when the selector lever is shifted from the N to S posi- tion, try to shift the selector lever to the N position once, then shift it to S position a few seconds later.

(f) Starting off on an uphill/downhill

Uphill

1. Apply the parking brake firmly so that the vehicle does not roll backwards.

2. Shift the selector lever to the S posi- tion while holding down the brake pe- dal. Make sure that the gear position indicator in the instrumental cluster dis- plays 1st gear.

3. Release the brake pedal and depress the accelerator pedal gradually, and when the vehicle starts to move, re- lease the parking brake and depress the accelerator pedal to start off.

Downhill

1. Hold down the brake pedal and shift the selector lever to the S position. Make sure by using the gear position indicator that the gear is in 1st.

2. Release the brake pedal, and depress the accelerator pedal slowly. Even though the accelerator pedal is not de- pressed, when the vehicle speed in- creases, the clutch will be engaged and the engine brake will be applied.

CAUTION

Unlike automatic transmission mod- els, the sequential manual transmis- sion models will not creep.

NOTICE

Do not hold the vehicle on an uphill with the accelerator pedal applied. Doing so may damage the clutch. Al- ways use the brake pedal or parking brake.

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(g) Backing up

While holding down the brake pedal, shift the selector lever to the R position. The reverse warning buzzer will sound at this time. Depress the accelerator pedal slow- ly, as when starting off. Before driving off, make sure by using the gear position indi- cator that the gear is in reverse.

When the gear will not engage even though the selector lever is shifted to the R from N position, the N indicator will flash and a warning buzzer (long pulse sound) will sound. In this case, the sys- tem will retry shifting, or the driver can operate the selector lever to shift, as fol- lows.

The system will retry shifting automat- ically. This will take some time, noise may be heard from the gears, and shift shock may occur. However, they do not indicate malfunction.

The driver can shift the selector lever to the N position once, then shift to the R position.

NOTICE

The system will not allow shifting to the R position if the vehicle speed is over 3 km/h (2 mph). In case the selector lever is operated under this condition, the N indica- tor in the instrument cluster will flash. However, when the vehicle speed drops below 3 km/h (2 mph), the gear is shifted to reverse. Make sure that the vehicle has stopped completely before shifting to the R position.

Do not hold the vehicle on an uphill with the accelerator pedal applied. Doing so may damage the clutch. Always use the brake pedal or park- ing brake.

If the gear cannot be engaged to reverse when the selector lever is shifted from the N to R posi- tion, try to shift the selector lever to the N position once, then shift it to R position a few seconds later.

(h) Stopping

The vehicle can be stopped by depressing the brake pedal regardless of the gear position. This is because the clutch is automatically disengaged to prevent the engine from stopping. If the selector lever is in the S position, the gear will be downshifted to 1st when the vehicle stops. However, if you do not drive the vehicle over 40 km/h (24 mph) or convert the drive position after starting with the gear in 2nd, the gear will not be downshifted to 1st when the vehicle stops the next time and the gear is left in 2nd.

When stopping, for example, at a traffic light, be sure to shift the selector lever to the N position, and depress the brake pedal firmly. For your safety, apply parking brake, too, when stopping on a hill.

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If you stop for more than 90 seconds with the selector lever in the S position with- out holding down the brake pedal while the engine is running, a warning buzzer (long pulse sound) will sound, and the N indicator in the instrument cluster will flash, and the system will automatically shift the transmission gear to the neutral gear position.

If the drivers door is opened with the selector lever in the S position without depressing the brake pedal, warning buzz- er (long pulse sound) will also sound. 10 seconds later, the N indicator in the in- strument cluster will also flash, and the system will automatically shift the trans- mission gear to the neutral gear position.

The gear will resume to 1st or 2nd when the system is operated as follows:

Brake pedal ON: The gear position before the system selected the N position is resumed.

Operate the selector lever to the + direction: Resume to 2nd gear.

Operate the selector lever to the direction: Resume to 1st gear.

Push upshift switch on the steering wheel: Resume to 2nd gear.

Push downshift switch on the steering wheel.: Resume to 1st gear.

SNS: Resume to 1st gear.

When starting off again, always confirm the gear position by the gear position indi- cator.

CAUTION

Unlike automatic transmission mod- els, the sequential manual transmis- sion models do not creep.

When racing the engine, make sure that the gear position is in the N position by the gear position indica- tor. In case the accelerator is oper- ated with the gear in any other position, the vehicle may move re- sulting in an unexpected accident.

When you stop the vehicle, hold the brake pedal down or shift the selec- tor lever to the N position. If the selector lever is left in the S position without depressing the brake pedal for more than 90 sec- onds while stopping, a warning buzzer (long pulse sound) will sound, and the N position indica- tor in the instrument cluster will flash, and the system will automati- cally shift the transmission gear to the neutral gear position. If this happens on a hill, when starting off the vehicle, the vehicle may move unexpectedly and cause an acci- dent.

Do not leave your vehicle unat- tended while the engine is running.

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When leaving the vehicle, stop the engine and park the vehicle with the gear engaged. In case you need to leave the vehicle with the engine running, apply the parking brakes firmly, and shift the selector lever in the N position. When the driv- ers door is opened with the selec- tor lever in the S position while stopping with the engine running, warning buzzer (long pulse sound) will sound. 10 seconds later, the N indicator in the instrument cluster will also flash, and the sys- tem will automatically shift the transmission gear to the neutral gear position. If this happens on a hill when starting off the vehicle, the vehicle may move unexpectedly and cause an accident.

NOTICE

Do not hold or stop the vehicle on a hill with the accelerator pedal ap- plied. Otherwise, the warning buzz- er (long pulse sound) will sound, and in some cases the engine will stall. It will also cause excessive damage to the clutch.

If the selector lever is operated more than necessary, the system may not allow operation of the se- lector lever for a certain period of time, and the gear may not be shifted appropriately. Therefore, do not operate the selector lever if not necessary.

(i) Parking

Unlike the automatic transmission, the se- quential manual transmission does not have a parking position. The vehicle can be parked with the selector lever in any position. Apply the parking brake firmly, and while depressing the brake pedal, shift the selector lever into the R posi- tion on a level or downhill, and into the S(1) position on an uphill.

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To stop the engine: Check the transmission gear position by the gear position indicator, then turn the ignition switch off to stop the engine. Re- lease the brake pedal after a few sec- onds. The selector lever will be locked in the position just before the ignition switch was turned off.

You can check the gear position by the gear position indicator within 5 seconds after turning the ignition switch off.

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CAUTION

In case the gear shift is not com- pleted before the ignition switch is turned off, the gear may not be en- gaged properly preventing the vehicle from parking with gear. When park- ing, always confirm the gear position by the gear position indicator. On a level surface or a downhill, the gear should be put in reverse, and in the 1st on an uphill. Otherwise, the ve- hicle may move, and cause an unex- pected accident. If the gear is left in the neutral gear position, the vehicle can not be parked with the gear en- gaged.

(j) Cancel from parking with gear

Depress the brake pedal, and turn the ignition switch to the ON position. The selector lever lock will be released.

Then, shift the selector lever to the N position. The gear will be disengaged.

(k) Warning Functions

A warning buzzer will sound or the indica- tor will flash under the following condi- tions:

Warning buzzer (long pulse sound)

It may sound when the selector lever is shifted to the S or R position while racing the engine.

The clutch is heated with excessive load.

The ignition switch is turned to the OFF position with the gear in 2nd or either 3rd, 4th, 5th or 6th.

In this case, turn the ignition switch to the ON position once and shift the selector lever to the S or R position, then turn the ignition switch to OFF position.

During a stop, the drivers door is opened with the selector lever in the S position while the engine is run- ning.

Warning buzzer (short pulse sound)

The transmission is shifted down to a gear where the engine is overrevving.

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The selector lever is shifted to the R position while the vehicle speed is over 3 km/h (2 mph).

The selector lever is shifted to the S from R position while backing up with the vehicle speed over 8 km/h (5 mph).

The selector lever is operated exces- sively and continuously, then shifted to the S or R position.

In this case, shift the selector lever to the N position once, and wait for a few sec- onds, shift the selector lever again to the S or R position.

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The selector lever is shifted from the N position to the S or R position soon after starting the engine.

In this case, shift the selector lever to the N position once, and after a few sec- onds, shift the selector lever again to the S or R position.

When the selector lever is shifted to the S position while starting the en- gine, the selector lever position and the gear position do not match.

In this case, shift the selector lever to the N position once and confirm that the engine has started. Then, shift the selec- tor lever to the S or R position.

At the same time when turning the igni- tion switch to the ON position and shifting the selector lever from the N position to the S or R position.

In this case, shift the selector lever to the N position once, then shift the selector lever again to the S or R position.

At the same time when turning the igni- tion switch to the OFF position and shifting the selector lever from the N to the S or R position.

In this case, turn the ignition ON before operate the shift lever. Shift the selector lever to the N position once, then shift the selector lever again to the S or R position.

N indicator flashing and warning buzzer (long pulse sound) beeping.

The system is retrying shift operation from the N to S or R position due to shift failure.

Stopping for more than 90 seconds without depressing the brake pedal, while the engine is running with the selector lever in the S position.

10 seconds after the drivers door is opened with the selector lever in the S position while the engine is run- ning.

Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position and shift the selector lever from the N to S position at the same time.

If this condition lasts for a long time, shift the selector lever to the N position once and shift the selector lever again to the S or R position.

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At the same time when turning the igni- tion switch to the ON position and shifting the selector lever from the S position to the N or R position.

At the same time when turning the igni- tion switch to the OFF position and shifting the selector lever from the S to N position.

In this case, shift the selector lever to the S position once, then shift the selector lever again to the N position.

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At the same time when turning the igni- tion switch to the ON position and shifting the selector lever from the R position to the N or S position.

At the same time when turning the igni- tion switch to the OFF position and shifting the selector lever from the R to N position.

In this case, shift the selector lever to the R position once, then shift the selector lever again to the N position.

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The shift pattern is as shown above.

Press the clutch pedal down fully while shifting, and then release it slowly. Do not rest your foot on the pedal while driving, because it will cause clutch trouble. Do not use the clutch to hold the vehicle when stopped on an uphill gradeuse the parking brake.

Recommended shifting speeds

The transmission is fully synchronized and upshifting or downshifting is easy.

For the best compromise between fuel economy and vehicle performance, you should upshift or downshift at the following speeds:

gear km/h (mph) 1 to 2 or 2 to 1 24 (15) 2 to 3 or 3 to 2 40 (25) 3 to 4 or 4 to 3 64 (40) 4 to 5 or 5 to 4 72 (45)

Downshift to the appropriate gear if accel- eration is needed when you are cruising below the above downshifting speeds.

Upshifting too soon or downshifting too late will cause lugging, and possibly ping- ing. Regularly revving the engine to maxi- mum speed in each gear will cause ex- cessive engine wear and high fuel consumption.

Maximum allowable speeds

To get on a highway or to pass slower traffic, maximum acceleration may be nec- essary. Make sure you observe the follow- ing maximum allowable speeds in each gear:

gear km/h (mph) 1 53 (33) 2 88 (55) 3 120 (75) 4 163 (101)

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NOTICE

Do not downshift if you are going faster than the maximum allowable speed for the next lower gear.

Good driving practice

If it is difficult to shift into reverse, put the transmission in neutral, release the clutch pedal momentarily, and then try again.

CAUTION

Be careful when downshifting on a slippery surface. Abrupt shifting could cause the vehicle to spin or skid.

NOTICE

Make sure the vehicle is completely stopped before shifting into reverse.

Parking brake

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When parking, firmly apply the parking brake to avoid inadvertent creeping.

To set: Pull up the lever. For better hold- ing power, first depress the brake pedal and hold it while setting the parking brake. To release: Pull up the lever slightly (1), press the lock release button (2), and low- er (3).

To remind you that the parking brake is set, the parking brake reminder light in the instrument panel remains on until you release the parking brake.

CAUTION

Before driving, be sure the parking brake is fully released and the park- ing brake reminder light is off.

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Cruise control The cruise control allows you to cruise the vehicle at a desired speed over 40 km/h (25 mph) even with your foot off the accelerator pedal.

Your cruising speed can be maintained up or down grades within the limits of engine performance, although a slight speed change may occur when driving up or down the grades. On steeper hills, a greater speed change will occur so it is better to drive without the cruise control.

CAUTION

To help maintain maximum control of your vehicle, do not use the cruise control when driving in heavy or varying traffic, or on slip- pery (rainy, icy or snowcovered) or winding roads.

Avoid vehicle speed increases when driving downhill. If the vehicle speed is too fast in relation to the cruise control set speed, cancel the cruise control then downshift the transmission to use engine braking to slow down.

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TURNING THE SYSTEM ON

To operate the cruise control, press the CRUISE ONOFF button. This turns the system on. The indicator light in the instrument panel shows that you can now set the vehicle at a desired cruising speed. Another press will turn the system completely off.

CAUTION

To avoid accidental cruise control en- gagement, keep the CRUISE ON OFF switch off when not using the cruise control.

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SETTING AT A DESIRED SPEED

On vehicles with sequential manual trans- mission, the gear position must be 5 or 6 before you set the cruise control speed.

Bring your vehicle to the desired speed, push the lever down in the SET/COAST direction and release it. This sets the ve- hicle at that speed. If the speed is not satisfactory, tap the lever up for a faster speed, or tap it down for a slower speed. Each tap changes the set speed by 1.6 km/h (1.0 mph). You can now take your foot off the accelerator pedal.

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If you need accelerationfor example, when passingdepress the accelerator pedal enough for the vehicle to exceed the set speed. When you release it, the vehicle will return to the speed set prior to the acceleration.

CAUTION

While driving with the cruise control on, do not shift to the N position, as this may cause engine racing or overrevving.

CANCELLING THE PRESET SPEED

You can cancel the preset speed by:

a. Pulling the lever in the CANCEL direction and releasing it.

b. Depressing the brake pedal.

c. Shifting upward or downward.

d. Pushing CRUISE ONOFF switch.

If the vehicle speed falls below about 40 km/h (25 mph), the preset speed will auto- matically cancel out.

If the vehicle speed drops 16 km/h (10 mph) below the preset speed, the preset speed will also automatically cancel out.

If the preset speed automatically cancels out other than for the above cases, have your vehicle checked by your Toyota deal- er at the earliest opportunity.

RESETTING TO A FASTER SPEED

Push the lever up in the RES/ACC direc- tion and hold it. Release the lever when the desired speed is attained. While the lever is held upward, the vehicle will grad- ually gain speed.

However, a faster way to reset is to ac- celerate the vehicle and then push the lever down in the SET/COAST direction.

RESETTING TO A SLOWER SPEED

Push the lever down in the SET/COAST direction and hold it. Release the lever when the desired speed is attained. While the lever is held down, the vehicle speed will gradually decrease.

However, a faster way to reset is to de- press the brake pedal and then push the lever down in the SET/COAST direction.

RESUMING THE PRESET SPEED

If the preset speed is cancelled by pulling the control lever, by depressing the brake pedal, or by shifting upward or downward the selector lever, pushing the lever up in the RES/ACC direction will restore the speed set prior to cancellation.

However, once the vehicle speed falls be- low about 40 km/h (25 mph), the preset speed will not be resumed.

CRUISE CONTROL FAILURE WARNING

If the CRUISE indicator light in the instrument cluster flashes when using the cruise control, press the CRUISE ON OFF button to turn the system off and then press it again to turn it on.

If any of the following conditions then oc- curs, there is some trouble in the cruise control system.

The indicator light does not come on.

The indicator light flashes again.

The indicator light goes out after it comes on.

If this is the case, contact your Toyota dealer and have your vehicle inspected.

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OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Car audio system Reference 102. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using your audio system 102. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Car audio system operating hints 109. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Reference

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AMFM radio/cassette player/compact disc player (with compact disc changer con- troller)

This section describes some of the basic features on Toyota audio systems. Some information may not pertain to your sys- tem.

Your audio system works when the ignition key is in the ACC or ON position.

TURNING THE SYSTEM ON AND OFF

Push PWRVOL to turn the audio system on and off.

Push AM, FM, FM1, FM2, TAPE, DISC or LOAD to turn on that function without pushing PWRVOL. To turn on the cassette or compact disc player, a cassette or compact disc must be loaded in the player.

You can turn on each player by inserting a cassette tape or compact disc.

You can turn off each player by ejecting the cassette tape or compact disc. If the audio system was previously off, then the entire audio system will be turned off when you eject the cassette tape or com- pact disc. If the another function was pre- viously playing, it will come on again.

SWITCHING BETWEEN FUNCTIONS

Push AM, FM, FM1, FM2, TAPE, DISC or LOAD if the system is already on but you want to switch from one func- tion to another.

TONE AND BALANCE

For details about your systems tone and balance controls, see the description of your own system.

Tone

How good an audio program sounds to you is largely determined by the mix of the treble, midrange and bass levels. In fact, different kinds of music and vocal programs usually sound better with differ- ent mixes of treble, midrange and bass.

Balance

A good balance of the left and right stereo channels and of the front and rear sound levels is also important.

Keep in mind that if you are listening to a stereo recording or broadcast, changing the right/left balance will increase the vol- ume of one group of sounds while de- creasing the volume of another.

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YOUR RADIO ANTENNA

To lower the power antenna, turn off the audio system by pushing PWRVOL, or turn the ignition key to LOCK.

YOUR CASSETTE PLAYER

When you insert a cassette, the exposed tape should face to the right.

NOTICE

Do not oil any part of the player and do not insert anything other than cas- sette tapes into the slot, or the tape player may be damaged.

YOUR COMPACT DISC PLAYER

When you insert a disc, gently push it in with the label side up. (The player will automatically eject a disc if the label side is down.) The player will play from track 1 through the end of the disc. Then it will play from track 1 again. On models with the compact disc changer, next disc will be played from track 1.

NOTICE

Never try to disassemble or oil any part of the compact disc player. Do not insert anything other than com- pact discs into the slot.

The player is intended for use with 12 cm (4.7 in.) discs only.

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Controls and features Details of specific buttons, controls and features are described in the alphabetical list that follows.

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1 2 3 4 5 6 (Preset buttons)

These buttons are used to preset and tune in radio stations.

To preset a station to a button: Tune in the desired station. (See TUNE or SEEK.) Push and hold down the button until you hear a beepthis will set the station to the button. The button number will appear on the display.

To recall a preset station: Push the button for the station you want. The button num- ber and station frequency will appear on the display.

(Eject button)

Push the cassette tape eject button to eject a cassette. Push the compact disc eject button to eject a compact disc.

(Program)

Push to select the other side of a cassette tape. The display indicates which side is currently selected ( indicates

top side, indicates bottom side).

Autoreverse feature: After the cassette player reaches the end of a tape side, it automatically reverses and begins to play the other side. This is true whether the cassette was playing or fast forwarding.

(Reverse/Fast forward buttons)

Cassette Player

Push (preset button 6) to fastfor- ward a cassette tape. FF will appear on the display. Push (preset button 5) to rewind a tape. REW will appear on the display.

To stop the tape while it is fastforward-

ing, push or TAPE button. To stop

the tape while it is rewinding, push or TAPE button.

If a tape rewinds completely, the cassette player will stop and then play that same side. If a tape fastforwards completely, the cassette will play the other side of the tape using the autoreverse feature.

Compact Disc Player

Push and hold (preset button 6) or

(preset button 5) to fast forward or reverse within a compact disc. When you release the button, the compact disc play- er will resume playing.

AM

Push AM to turn on the radio and select the AM band. AM will appear on the display.

AUDIO CONTROL (Tone and sound bal- ance adjustment function)

Each time you push the AUDIO CONTROL knob, the mode changes. To adjust the tone and balance, turn the knob.

BAS: Adjusts lowpitched tones. The dis- play ranges from 5 to 5.

MID: Adjusts midpitched tones. The dis- play ranges from 5 to 5.

TRE: Adjusts highpitched tones. The dis- play ranges from 5 to 5.

FAD: Adjusts the sound balance between the front and rear speakers. The display ranges from F7 to R7.

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DISC (Compact disc)

Push the DISC button to play a compact disc.

When the audio system is set into com- pact disc operation, the display shows the track, or track and disc number currently being played.

Error messages

If the player malfunctions, your audio sys- tem will display one of the six following error messages.

WAIT: The compact disc player unit may be too hot. Allow the player to cool down.

ERROR 1: The disc may be dirty, dam- aged or inserted incorrectly (upside down). Clean the disc and reinsert it.

NO DISC: The compact disc changer of separate unit is empty. Insert a disc.

ERROR 3: There is a problem inside the system. Eject the disc or magazine. Set the disc or magazine again.

ERROR 4: Overcurrent. Ask your Toyota dealer to inspect.

CD OPEN: The compact disc changer lid of separate unit is open. Close the compact disc changer lid.

If the malfunction still exists, take your vehicle to your Toyota dealer.

DISC

With compact disc changer only

Use these buttons to select the disc you want to listen to.

Push (preset button 3) or (preset button 4) until the number of the disc you want to listen appears on the display.

Dolby B NR

If you are listening to a tape that was recorded with Dolby B Noise Reduction, push the button (preset button 3). The will appear on the display. Push the button again to turn off Dolby B NR.

The Dolby NR mode reduces tape noise by about 10 dB. For best sound reproduc- tion, play your tapes with this button on or off according to the mode used for recording the tape. : Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. DOLBY and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

FM

Push the FM button to turn on the radio and select the FM band. FM1 or FM2 will appear on the display. This system allows you to set twelve FM stations, two for each of the preset button.

PWRVOL (Power and Volume)

Push PWRVOL to turn the audio system on and off. Turn PWRVOL to adjust the volume.

RAND (Random)

There are two random featuresyou can either listen to the tracks on one compact disc in random order, or listen to the tracks on all the compact discs in the magazine in random order.

To play the tracks on one disc in random order: Quickly push and release RAND (preset button 1). will appear on the display and the player will perform the tracks on the disc you are listening to in random order. To turn off the random fea- ture, push this button again.

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With compact disc changer only

To play all the tracks in the magazine in random order: Push and hold RAND (preset button 1) until you hear a beep. will ap- pear on the display and the player will perform all the tracks on all the discs in the magazine in random order. To turn off the random feature, push this button again.

RPT (Repeat)

Cassette player

Push RPT (preset button 2) while the track is playing. will appear on the display. When the track ends, it will automatically rewind and replay. To turn off the repeat feature, push this button again.

There must be at least 3 seconds of blank space between tracks in order for the re- peat feature to work correctly.

Compact disc player

There are two repeat featuresYou can either replay a disc track or a whole com- pact disc.

Repeating a track: Quickly push and release RPT (preset button 2) while the track is playing. will appear on the display. When the track ends, it will automatically replay. To turn off the repeat feature, push this button again.

With compact disc changer only

Repeating a disc: Push and hold RPT (preset button 2)

until you hear a beep. will ap- pear on the display. The player will repeat all the tracks on the disc you are listening to. When the disc ends, the player will automatically go back to the first track on the disc and replay. To turn off the repeat feature, push this button again.

SCAN

Radio

You can either scan all the frequencies on a band or scan only the preset stations for that band.

To scan the preset stations: Push and hold the SCAN button until you hear a beep. The radio will tune in the next preset station up the band, stay there for 5 seconds, and then move to the next preset station. To stop scanning, push this button again.

To scan all the frequencies: Quickly push and release the SCAN but- ton. The radio will find the next station up the station band, stay there for 5 seconds, and then scan again to the next station. To stop scanning, push this button again.

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Compact disc player

There are two scan featuresyou can ei- ther scan the tracks on a specific disc or scan the first tracks of all the discs in the magazine.

Scanning the tracks on a disc: Quickly push and release the SCAN but- ton. SCAN will appear on the display and the player will scan all the tracks on the disc you are listening to. To stop scanning, push this button again. If the player scanned all the tracks on the disc, it will stop scanning.

With compact disc changer only

Scanning the first tracks of all the discs in the magazine: Push the SCAN button until you hear a beep. SCAN will appear on the dis- play and the player will scan the first track of the next disc. To stop scanning, push this button again. If the player has scanned all the discs, it will stop scan- ning.

SEEK/TRACK (Seeking/Track up/down)

Radio

In the seek mode, the radio finds and plays the next station up or down the station band.

To seek the next station, quickly push and release or side of the SEEK/ TRACK button. Do this again to find the station after that.

Cassette Player

Use this button to skip up or down to locate a song or recording.

You can select up to nine recordings (in- cluding current one).

A blank space of at least 3 seconds is considered to be a start of a recording.

When the beginning of a tape is reached, the player automatically resumes play.

When the end of the tape is reached, the player automatically reverses sides and resumes normal play.

In addition, the feature may not work well with some spoken word, live, or classical recordings.

Compact disc player

Use this button to skip up or down to a different track.

Push or side of the SEEK/ TRACK button until the number of the track you want to listen to appears on the display. If you want to return to the begin- ning of the current track, quickly push the down side of the button one time.

ST (Stereo reception) display

Your radio automatically changes to stereo reception when a stereo broadcast is re- ceived. ST appears on the display. If the signal becomes weak, the radio reduces the amount of channel separation to prev- ent the weak signal from creating noise. If the signal becomes extremely weak, the radio switches from stereo to mono recep- tion.

TAPE

Push the TAPE button to play a cassette tape.

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TEXT

This button is used to change the display for the compact disc that contains text data.

To change the display, quickly push and release the TEXT button while the com- pact disc is playing. The display changes in the order from the elapsed time to disc title to track title, then back to the elapsed time.

If this button is pushed while a compact disc that does not contain text data is playing, NO TITLE will appear on the display.

If the entire disc or track title does not appear on the display, push and hold the button until you hear a beep. The rest of the title will appear.

TUNE (Tuning)

Turn the TUNE knob clockwise to step up the frequency. Turn the knob counter- clockwise to step down the frequency.

NOTICE

To ensure correct audio system op- erations:

Be careful not to spill beverages over the audio system.

Do not put anything other than a cassette tape or Compact Disc into the slot.

The use of a cellular phone inside or near the vehicle may cause a noise from the speakers of the au- dio system which you are listening to. However, this does not indicate a malfunction.

RADIO RECEPTION

Usually, a problem with radio reception does not mean there is a problem with your radioit is just the normal result of conditions outside the vehicle.

For example, nearby buildings and terrain can interfere with FM reception. Power lines or telephone wires can interfere with AM signals. And of course, radio signals have a limited range. The farther you are from a station, the weaker its signal will be. In addition, reception conditions change constantly as your vehicle moves.

Here are some common reception prob- lems that probably do not indicate a prob- lem with your radio:

FM

Fading and drifting stationsGenerally, the effective range of FM is about 40 km (25 miles). Once outside this range, you may notice fading and drifting, which increase with the distance from the radio transmit- ter. They are often accompanied by distor- tion.

MultipathFM signals are reflective, making it possible for two signals to reach your antenna at the same time. If this happens, the signals will cancel each oth- er out, causing a momentary flutter or loss of reception.

Static and flutteringThese occur when signals are blocked by buildings, trees, or other large objects. Increasing the bass level may reduce static and fluttering.

Station swappingIf the FM signal you are listening to is interrupted or weak- ened, and there is another strong station nearby on the FM band, your radio may tune in the second station until the origi- nal signal can be picked up again.

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AM

FadingAM broadcasts are reflected by the upper atmosphereespecially at night. These reflected signals can interfere with those received directly from the radio sta- tion, causing the radio station to sound alternately strong and weak.

Station interferenceWhen a reflected sig- nal and a signal received directly from a radio station are very nearly the same frequency, they can interfere with each other, making it difficult to hear the broad- cast.

StaticAM is easily affected by external sources of electrical noise, such as high tension power lines, lightening, or electri- cal motors. This results in static.

CARING FOR YOUR CASSETTE PLAYER AND TAPES

For the best performance for your cas- sette player and tapes:

Clean the tape head and other parts regu- larly.

A dirty tape head or tape path can decrease sound quality and tangle your cassette tapes. The easiest way to clean them is by using a cleaning tape. (A wet type is recommended.)

Use highquality cassettes.

Lowquality cassette tapes can cause many problems, including poor sound, inconsistent playing speed, and constant autoreversing. They can also get stuck or tangled in the cassette player.

Do not use a cassette if it has been damaged or tangled or if its label is peeling off.

Do not leave a cassette in the player if you are not listening to it, especially if it is hot outside.

Store cassettes in their cases and out of direct sunlight.

Avoid using cassettes with a total play- ing time longer than 100 minutes (50 minutes per side). The tape used in these cassettes is thin and could get stuck or tangled in the cassette player.

CARING FOR YOUR COMPACT DISC PLAYER AND DISCS

The player is intended for use with 12 cm (4.7 in.) discs only.

Extremely high temperatures can keep your compact disc player from working. On hot days, use the air conditioning to cool the vehicle interior before you listen to a disc.

Bumpy roads or other vibrations may make your compact disc player skip.

If moisture gets into your compact disc player, you may not hear any sound even though your compact disc player appears to be working. Remove the disc from the player and wait until it dries.

CAUTION

Compact disc players use an invisible laser beam which could cause hazard- ous radiation exposure if directed outside the unit. Be sure to operate the player correctly.

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Use only compact discs marked as shown above. The following products may not be playable on your compact disc player.

Copyprotected CD CDR (CDRecordable) CDRW (CDRewritable) CDROM

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Special shaped discs

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Low quality discs

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Labeled discs

NOTICE

To prevent damage to the player or changer, do not use special shaped, low quality or labeled discs such as those shown in the illustrations.

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Correct Wrong

Handle compact discs carefully, espe- cially when you are inserting them. Hold them on the edge and do not bend them. Avoid getting fingerprints on them, particularly on the shiny side.

Dirt, scrapes, warping, pin holes, or other disc damage could cause the player to skip or to repeat a section of a track. (To see a pin hole, hold the disc up to the light.)

Remove discs from the compact disc player when you are not listening to them. Store them in their plastic cases away from moisture, heat, and direct sunlight.

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To clean a compact disc: Wipe it with a soft, lintfree cloth that has been damp- ened with water. Wipe in a straight line from the center to the edge of the disc (not in circles). Dry it with another soft, lintfree cloth. Do not use a conventional record cleaner or antistatic device.

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OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Air conditioning system Controls 114. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Air flow selector settings 117. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Operating tips 117. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Side vents 119. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Controls 1. Air intake selector

2. Air flow selector

3. A/C button

4. Fan speed selector

5. Temperature selector

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Fan speed selector

Turn the knob to adjust the fan speedto the right to increase, to the left to de- crease.

Temperature selector

Turn the knob to adjust the temperature to the right to warm, to the left to cool.

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Air flow selector

Turn the knob to select the vents used for air flow.

1. PanelAir flows mainly from the in- strument panel vents.

2. BilevelAir flows from both the floor vents and the instrument panel vents.

3. FloorAir flows mainly from the floor vents.

4. Floor/WindshieldAir flows mainly from the floor vents and windshield vents.

Use with the air intake selector posi- tioned in Fresh.

5. WindshieldAir flows mainly from the windshield vents.

Use with the air intake selector posi- tioned in Fresh.

For details about air flow selector settings, see Air flow selector settings described below.

Turning the air flow control knob to wind- shield or floor/windshield position turns on the defrosterlinked air conditioning. At this time, the A/C button indicator comes on regardless of whether or not the A/C button is pressed in. This is to clean up the front view more quickly. When the A/C button is not pressed in, turning the air flow control knob to anoth- er position turns off the air conditioning.

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Air intake selector

Move the lever to select the air source.

1. RecirculateRecirculates the air inside the vehicle.

2. FreshDraws outside air into the sys- tem.

A/C button

To turn on the air conditioning, press the A/C button. The A/C button indicator will come on. To turn the air conditioning off, press the button again.

If the A/C button indicator flashes, there is a problem in the air conditioning system and the air conditioning automatically shuts off. If this happens, take your ve- hicle to a Toyota dealer for service.

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Air flow selector settings Operating tips To cool off your Toyota after it has

been parked in the hot sun, drive with the windows open for a few minutes. This vents the hot air, allowing the air conditioning to cool the interior more quickly.

Make sure the air intake grilles in front of the windshield are not blocked (by leaves or snow, for example).

On humid days, do not blow cold air on the windshield. The windshield could fog up because of the difference in air temperature on the inside and outside of the windshield.

Keep the area under the seats clear to allow air to circulate throughout the ve- hicle.

On cold days, set the fan speed to high for a minute to help clear the intake ducts of snow or moisture. This can reduce the amount of fogging on the windows.

When driving on dusty roads, close all windows. If dust thrown up by the ve- hicle is still drawn into the vehicle after closing the windows, it is recommended that the air intake selector be set to FRESH and the fan speed selector to any setting except OFF.

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If following another vehicle on a dusty road, or driving in windy and dusty conditions, it is recommended that the air intake selector be temporarily set to RECIRCULATE, which will close off the outside passage and prevent outside air and dust from entering the vehicle interior.

Heating

For best results, set controls to:

Fan speedAny setting except OFF TemperatureTowards WARM

(red zone) Air intakeFRESH (outside air) Air flowFLOOR Air conditioningOFF

For quick heating, select recirculated air for a few minutes. To keep the windows from fogging. select fresh af- ter the vehicle interior has been warmed.

Press the A/C button on for dehumidi- fied heating.

Choose floor/windshield air flow to heat the vehicle interior while defrosting or defogging the windshield.

Air conditioning

For best results, set controls to:

Fan speedAny setting except OFF TemperatureTowards COLD

(blue zone) Air intakeFRESH (outside air) Air flowPANEL Air conditioningON

For quick cooling, move the air intake selector to recirculate for a few min- utes.

Ventilation

For best results, set controls to:

Fan speedAny setting except OFF TemperatureTowards COLD

(blue zone) Air intakeFRESH (outside air) Air flowPANEL Air conditioningOFF

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Defogging

The inside of the windshield

For best results, set controls to:

Fan speedAny setting except OFF TemperatureTowards WARM

(red zone) to heat; COLD (blue zone) to cool

Air intakeFRESH (outside air) Air flowWINDSHIELD

Turning the air flow control knob to wind- shield position turns on the defroster linked air conditioning. At this time, the A/C button indicator comes on regard- less of whether or not the A/C button is pressed in. This is to clean up the front view more quickly.

When the A/C button is not pressed in, turning the air flow control knob to a posi- tion other than windshield or floor/wind- shield turns off the air conditioning.

On humid days, do not blow cold air on the windshieldthe difference be- tween the outside and inside tempera- tures could make the fogging worse.

Defrosting

The outside of the windshield

For best results, set controls to:

Fan speedAny setting except OFF TemperatureTowards WARM

(red zone) Air intakeFRESH (outside air) Air flowWINDSHIELD

Turning the air flow control knob to wind- shield position turns on the defroster linked air conditioning. At this time, the A/C button indicator comes on regard- less of whether or not the A/C button is pressed in. This is to clean up the front view more quickly.

When the A/C button is not pressed in, turning the air flow control knob to a posi- tion other than windshield or floor/wind- shield turns off the air conditioning.

To heat the vehicle interior while de- frosting the windshield, choose floor/ windshield air flow.

Side vents

SB18005a

Open

Close

If air flow control is not satisfactory, check the side vents. The side vents may be opened or closed as shown.

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OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Other equipment Clock 122. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cigarette lighter and ashtray 122. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Glove box 123. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Front box 123. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Auxiliary box 124. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Luggage space 125. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cup holders 127. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Floor mat 128. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Clock

SB19015

To reset the hour: Push the H button. To reset the minutes: Push the M button.

The key must be in the ACC or ON position.

If quick adjustment to a full hour is de- sired, push the :00 button.

For example, if the :00 button is de- pressed when the time is between 1:011:29, the time will change to 1:00. If the time is between 1:301:59, the time will change to 2:00.

If the electrical power source has been disconnected from the clock, the time dis- play will automatically be set to 1:00 (one oclock).

When the instrument panel lights are turned on, the brightness of the time indi- cation will be reduced.

Cigarette lighter and ashtray

SB19016

CIGARETTE LIGHTER

To use the cigarette lighter, press it in. After it finishes heating up, it automati- cally pops out ready for use.

If the engine is not running, the key must be in the ACC position to use the light- er.

Do not hold the cigarette lighter pressed in.

Use a Toyota genuine cigarette lighter or equivalent for replacement.

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ASHTRAY

To use the ashtray, pull out the lid.

When finished with your cigarette, thor- oughly extinguish it in the ashtray to pre- vent other cigarette butts from catching fire. After using the ashtray, close the lid completely.

To remove the ashtray, pull the lid and pull it out.

CAUTION

To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or sudden stop while driving, always completely close the ashtray after use.

Glove box

SB19026

To use the glove box, do this.

To open: Compress the lock release but- tons.

To lock: Insert the master key and turn it clockwise.

CAUTION

To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or a sudden stop, always keep the glove box door closed while driving.

Front box

SB41047

To use the front box in the trunk, do this.

1. Open the trunk lid, and pull the lock release lever.

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SB19031a

2. Fix the cover by hitching the inside clip on the hood.

NOTICE

Do not place valuables in the front box to prevent robbery.

Do not place anything which weighs over 5 kg (11 lb.) in the front box. If something weighs over 5 kg (11 lb.) is placed in the front box while driving, the front box may be dam- aged.

Be sure to lock the cover securely when you close the trunk lid. If the cover is not securely locked, it may cause damage to the trunk lid.

SB19018

Front of vehicle

DRAINAGE OF THE FRONT BOX

In case that the water is pooled inside the front box, remove the grommet on the bottom of the box to drain the water.

NOTICE

Since the front box is not waterproof completely, it is possible for the things stored in the box to the drenched.

Auxiliary box

SB19019

Instrument panel

To use the box, open it as shown in the illustration.

CAUTION

To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or a sudden stop, always keep the auxiliary box closed while driving.

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NOTICE

During hot weather, the interior of the vehicle becomes very hot. Do not leave anything flammable or deform- able such as a lighter, glasses, etc. inside.

Luggage space

SB19027a

Lean the seatback forward to use the luggage space.

To open: Pull the lever.

To lock: Insert the master key and turn it clockwise.

SB12059a

Folding board

Flare

CAUTION

To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or a sudden stop, always keep the luggage space door closed while driving.

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NOTICE

Do not place valuables in the lug- gage space to prevent robbery.

Do not lower the soft top while placing a luggage which is higher than the bottom edge of the flare inside the luggage space. The luggage may be damaged by hitting the folding board or the im- properly folded soft top may flap in the wind and cause an accident.

SB19030

When you load a long luggage

Remove the side trims on the both sides in the luggage space when you need to load a long luggage (except tapered things) such as a golf bag. The side trims can be removed by pulling the clips (at two places).

SB19029

Removing the side trims

SB19028

Installing the side trims

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NOTICE

Do not place tapered things or a long luggage into the luggage space. That may damage the water receiving bag installed behind the side trims.

Do not lower the soft top with a long luggage loaded. The luggage may touch the lower portion of the soft top side rails and may be dam- aged.

Never remove the side trims except when loading a long luggage. Other- wise, the luggage may move while driving and damage the water re- ceiving bag or the luggage may be damaged when the soft top is opened.

Cup holders

SB19013

Front

SB19014

Center console

The cup holders are designed for hold- ing cups or drinkcans securely in its holes.

Front: To use the cup holders, pull them out.

CAUTION

Do not place anything else other than cups or drinkcans in the cup holders, as such items may be thrown about in the compartment and possibly injure people in the vehicle during sudden braking or an accident.

Front only: To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or a sudden stop while driving, keep the cup holder closed when it is not in use.

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Floor mat

SB19023a

Use a floor mat of the correct size.

If the floor carpet and floor mat have two holes, then it is designed for use with two locking clips. Fix the floor mat with lock- ing clip into the holes in the floor carpet.

SB19022

CAUTION

Make sure the floor mat is properly placed on the floor carpet. If the floor mat slips and interferes with the movement of the pedals during driv- ing, it may cause an accident.

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INFORMATION BEFORE DRIVING YOUR TOYOTA Information before driving your Toyota Breakin period 130. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fuel 130. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fuel pump shut off system 132. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Operation in foreign countries 132. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Threeway catalytic converter 132. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Engine exhaust cautions 133. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Facts about engine oil consumption 134. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Iridiumtipped spark plugs 135. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Brake system 135. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Brake pad wear limit indicators 138. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Limitedslip differential 139. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Your Toyotas identification 139. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Theft prevention labels 140. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Suspension and chassis 140. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tire information 141. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vehicle load limits 149. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cargo and luggage 149. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Types of tires 152. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION 2

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Breakin period Drive gently and avoid high speeds.

Your vehicle does not need an elaborate breakin. But following a few simple tips for the first 1600 km (1000 miles) can add to the future economy and long life of your vehicle:

Avoid full throttle acceleration when starting and driving.

Avoid racing the engine.

Try to avoid hard stops during the first 300 km (200 miles).

Do not drive slowly with the transmis- sion in a high gear.

Do not drive for a long time at any single speed, either fast or slow.

Fuel FUEL TYPE

Your new vehicle must use only unleaded gasoline.

To help prevent gas station mixups, your Toyota has a smaller fuel tank opening. The special nozzle on pumps with un- leaded fuel will fit it, but the larger stan- dard nozzle on pumps with leaded gas will not.

At a minimum, the gasoline you use should meet specifications of ASTM D4814 in the U.S.A.

NOTICE

Do not use leaded gasoline. Use of leaded gasoline will cause the three way catalytic converter to lose its ef- fectiveness and the emission control system to function improperly. Also, this can increase maintenance costs.

OCTANE RATING

Select Octane Rating 87 (Research Oc- tane Number 91) or higher.

Use of unleaded fuel with an octane num- ber or rating lower than stated above will cause persistent heavy knocking. If se- vere, this will lead to engine damage.

If your engine knocks...

If you detect heavy knocking even when using the recommended fuel, or if you hear steady knocking while holding a steady speed on level roads, consult your Toyota dealer.

However, occasionally, you may notice light knocking for a short time while accel- erating or driving up hills. This is normal and there is no need for concern.

GASOLINES CONTAINING DETERGENT ADDITIVES

Toyota recommends the use of gaso- lines that contain detergent additives to avoid buildup of engine deposits.

However, all gasoline sold in the U.S con- tains detergent additives to keep clean and/or clean intake systems.

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QUALITY GASOLINE

Automotive manufacturers in the U.S., Europe and Japan have developed a specification for quality fuel named WorldWide Fuel Charter (WWFC) that is expected to be applied world wide. The WWFC consists of four categories that depend on required emission lev- els. In the U.S., category 3 has been adopted. The WWFC improves air quali- ty by providing for better emissions in vehicle fleets, and customer satisfaction through better vehicle performance.

CLEANER BURNING GASOLINE

Cleaner burning gasoline, including re- formulated gasoline that contains oxy- genates such as ethanol or MTBE is available in many areas.

Toyota recommends the use of cleaner burning gasoline and appropriately blended reformulated gasoline. These types of gas- oline provide excellent vehicle perfor- mance, reduce vehicle emissions, and im- prove air quality.

OXYGENATES IN GASOLINE

Toyota allows the use of oxygenate blended gasoline where the oxygenate content is up to 10% ethanol or 15% MTBE. If you use gasohol in your Toyota, be sure that it has an octane rating no lower than 87.

Toyota does not recommend the use of gasoline containing methanol.

GASOLINE CONTAINING MMT

Some gasoline contain an octane en- hancing additive called MMT (Methylcy- cropentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl).

Toyota does not recommend the use of gasoline that contains MMT. If fuel con- taining MMT is used, your emission con- trol system may be adversely affected. The Malfunction Indicator Lamp on the in- strument cluster may come on. If this happens, contact your Toyota dealer for service.

GASOLINE QUALITY

In a very few cases, you may experience driveability problems caused by the partic- ular gasoline that you are using. If you continue to have unacceptable driveability, try changing gasoline brands. If this does not rectify your problem, then consult your Toyota dealer.

NOTICE

Do not use gasohol other than stated above. It will cause fuel sys- tem damage or vehicle performance problems.

If driveability problems occur (poor hot starting, vaporizing, engine knock, etc.), discontinue the use.

Take care not to spill gasohol dur- ing refueling. Gasohol may cause paint damage.

FUEL TANK CAPACITY

48 L (12.7 gal., 10.6 Imp. gal.)

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Fuel pump shut off system The fuel pump shut off system stops sup- plying fuel to the engine to minimize the risk of fuel leakage when the engine stalls or an airbag inflates upon collision. To restart the engine after the fuel pump shut off system activates, turn the ignition switch to ACC or LOCK once and start it.

CAUTION

Inspect the ground under the vehicle before restarting the engine. If you find that liquid has leaked onto the ground, it is the fuel system has been damaged and it is in need of repair. In this case, do not restart the engine.

Operation in foreign countries If you plan to drive your Toyota in another country...

First, comply with the vehicle registration laws.

Second, confirm the availability of the cor- rect fuel (unleaded and minimum octane number).

Threeway catalytic converter

SB21013a

The threeway catalytic converter is an emission control device installed in the exhaust system.

Its purpose is to reduce pollutants in the exhaust gas.

CAUTION

Keep people and combustible mate- rials away from the exhaust pipe while the engine is running. The exhaust gas is very hot.

Do not drive, idle or park your ve- hicle over anything that might burn easily such as grass, leaves, paper or rags.

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NOTICE

A large amount of unburned gases flowing into the threeway catalytic converter may cause it to overheat and create a fire hazard. To prevent this and other damage, observe the following precautions:

Use only unleaded gasoline.

Do not drive with an extremely low fuel level; running out of fuel could cause the engine to misfire, creat- ing an excessive load on the three way catalytic converter.

Do not allow the engine to run at idle speed for more than 20 min- utes.

Avoid racing the engine.

Do not pushstart or pullstart your vehicle.

Do not turn off the ignition while the vehicle is moving.

Keep your engine in good running order. Malfunctions in the engine electrical system, electronic ignition system/distributor ignition system or fuel system could cause an ex- tremely high threeway catalytic converter temperature.

If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently, take your vehicle in for a checkup as soon as possible. Remember, your Toyota dealer knows your vehicle and its threeway catalytic converter sys- tem best.

To ensure that the threeway cata- lytic converter and the entire emis- sion control system operate proper- ly, your vehicle must receive the periodic inspections required by the Toyota Maintenance Schedule. For scheduled maintenance information, refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide or Owners Manual Supplement.

Engine exhaust cautions

CAUTION

Avoid inhaling the engine exhaust. It contains carbon monoxide, which is a colorless and odorless gas. It can cause unconsciousness or even death.

Make sure the exhaust system has no holes or loose connections. The system should be checked from time to time. If you hit something, or notice a change in the sound of the exhaust, have the system checked immediately.

Do not run the engine in a garage or enclosed area except for the time needed to drive the vehicle in or out. The exhaust gases cannot escape, making this a particularly dangerous situation.

Do not remain for a long time in a parked vehicle with the engine run- ning. If it is unavoidable, however, do so only in an unconfined area and adjust the heating or cooling system to force outside air into the vehicle.

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To allow proper operation of your vehicles ventilation system, keep the inlet grilles in front of the wind- shield clear of snow, leaves, or oth- er obstructions.

If you smell exhaust fumes in the vehicle, drive with the windows open. Have the cause immediately located and corrected.

FUNCTIONS OF ENGINE OIL

Engine oil has the primary functions of lubricating and cooling the inside of the engine, and plays a major role in main- taining the engine in proper working order.

ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION

It is normal that an engine should con- sume some engine oil during normal engine operation. The causes of oil consumption in a normal engine are as follows.

Oil is used to lubricate pistons, piston rings and cylinders. A thin film of oil is left on the cylinder wall when a pis- ton moves downwards in the cylinder. High negative pressure generated when the vehicle is decelerating sucks some of this oil into the combustion chamber. This oil as well as some part of the oil film left on the cylinder wall is burned by the high temperature combustion gases during the combustion process.

Oil is also used to lubricate the stems of the intake valves. Some of this oil is sucked into the combustion chamber together with the intake air and is burned along with the fuel. High tem- perature exhaust gases also burn the oil used to lubricate the exhaust valve stems.

The amount of engine oil consumed de- pends on the viscosity of the oil, the quality of the oil and the conditions the vehicle is driven under.

More oil is consumed by highspeed driv- ing and frequent acceleration and decel- eration.

A new engine consumes more oil, since its pistons, piston rings and cylinder walls have not become conditioned.

Oil consumption: Max. 1.0 L per 1000 km (1.1 qts./600 miles, 0.9 lmp.qts./600 miles)

When judging the amount of oil con- sumption, note that the oil may become diluted and make it difficult to judge the true level accurately.

As an example, if a vehicle is used for repeated short trips, and consumes a nor- mal amount of oil, the dipstick may not show any drop in the oil level at all, even after 1000 km (600 miles) or more. This is because the oil is gradually becoming diluted with fuel or moisture, making it appear that the oil level has not changed.

The diluting ingredients evaporate out when the vehicle is then driven at high speeds, as on an expressway, making it appear that oil is excessively consumed after driving at high speeds.

Facts about engine oil consumption

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IMPORTANCE OF ENGINE OIL LEVEL CHECK

One of the most important points in prop- er vehicle maintenance is to keep the en- gine oil at the optimum level so that oil function will not be impaired. Therefore, it is essential that the oil level be checked regularly. Toyota recommends that the oil level be checked every time you refuel the vehicle.

NOTICE

Failure to check the oil level regularly could lead to serious engine trouble due to insufficient oil.

For detailed information on oil level check, see Checking the engine oil level on page 208 in Section 72.

Iridiumtipped spark plugs

SB21011

Your engine is fitted with iridiumtipped spark plugs.

NOTICE

Use only iridiumtipped spark plugs and do not adjust gaps for your en- gine performance and smooth drive- ability.

Brake system The tandem master cylinder brake system is a hydraulic system with two separate subsystems. If either subsystem should fail, the other will still work. However, the pedal will be harder to press, and your stopping distance will increase. Also, the brake system warning light may come on.

CAUTION

Do not drive your vehicle with only a single brake system. Have your brakes fixed immediately.

BRAKE BOOSTER

The brake booster uses engine vacuum to powerassist the brakes. If the engine should quit while you are driving, you can bring the vehicle to a stop with normal pedal pressure. There is enough reserved vacuum for one or two stops but no more!

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CAUTION

Do not pump the brake pedal if the engine stalls. Each push on the pedal uses up your reserved vacu- um.

Even if the power assist is com- pletely lost, the brakes will still work. But you will have to push the pedal hard, much harder than nor- mal. And your braking distance will increase.

ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM

The antilock brake system is designed to automatically help prevent lockup of the wheels during a sudden braking or braking on slippery road surfaces. This assists in providing directional stability and steering performance of the vehicle under these circumstances.

Effective way to press the ABS brake pedal: When the antilock brake system function is in action, you may feel the brake pedal pulsating and hear a noise. In this situation, to let the antilock brake system work for you, just hold the brake pedal down more firmly. Do not pump the brake in a panic stop. This will result in reduced braking performance.

The antilock brake system becomes op- erative after the vehicle has accelerated to a speed in excess of approximately 10 km/h (6 mph). It stops operating when the vehicle decelerates to a speed below approximately 5 km/h (3 mph).

Depressing the brake pedal on slippery road surfaces such as on a manhole cov- er, a steel plate at a construction site, joints in a bridge, etc. on a rainy day tends to activate the antilock brake sys- tem.

You may hear a click or motor sound in the front trunk room for a few seconds when the engine is started or just after the vehicle begins to move. This means that the antilock brake system is in the self check mode, and does not indicate a malfunction.

When the antilock brake system is ac- tivated, the following conditions may occur. They do not indicate a malfunc- tion of the system:

You may hear the antilock brake sys- tem operating and feel the brake pedal pulsating and the vibrations of the ve- hicle body and steering wheel. You may also hear the motor sound in the front trunk room even after the vehicle is stopped.

At the end of the antilock brake sys- tem activation, the brake pedal may move a little forward.

CAUTION

Do not overestimate the antilock brake system: Although the antilock brake system assists in providing ve- hicle control, it is still important to drive with all due care and maintain a moderate speed and safe distance from the vehicle in front of you, be- cause there are limits to the vehicle stability and effectiveness of steering wheel operation even with the anti lock brake system on.

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If tire grip performance exceeds its capability, or if hydroplaning occurs during high speed driving in the rain, the antilock brake system does not provide vehicle control.

Antilock brake system is not de- signed to shorten the stopping dis- tance: Always drive at a moderate speed and maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you. Compared with vehicles without an antilock brake system, your vehicle may require a longer stopping dis- tance in the following cases:

Driving on rough, gravel or snow covered roads.

Driving with tire chains installed.

Driving over the steps such as the joints on the road.

Driving on roads where the road surface is pitted or has other differ- ences in surface height.

Install all 4 tires of specified size at appropriate pressure: The antilock brake system detects vehicle speeds using the speed sensors for respec- tive wheels turning speeds. The use of tires other than specified may fail to detect the accurate turning speed resulting in a longer stopping dis- tance.

SD02002a

ABS warning light

The light comes on when the ignition key is turned to the ON position. If the anti lock brake system works properly, the light turns off after a few seconds. There- after, if the system malfunctions, the light comes on again.

When the ABS warning light is on (and the brake system warning light is off), the antilock brake system does not operate, but the brake system still operates con- ventionally.

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When the ABS warning light is on (and the brake system warning light is off), the antilock brake system does not operate so that the wheels could lock up during a sudden braking or braking on slippery road surfaces.

If either of the following conditions oc- cur, this indicates a malfunction some- where in the components monitored by the warning light system. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle.

The light does not come on when the ignition key is turned to the ON posi- tion, or remains on.

The light comes on while you are driv- ing.

A warning light turning on briefly during operation does not indicate a problem.

CAUTION

If the ABS warning light remains on together with the brake system warn- ing light, immediately stop your ve- hicle at a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer.

In this case, not only the antilock brake system will fail but also the vehicle will become extremely unsta- ble during braking.

Brake pad wear limit indicators

SB21015

The brake pad wear limit indicators on your disc brakes give a warning noise when the brake pads are worn to where replacement is required.

If you hear a squealing or scraping noise while driving, have the brake pads checked and replaced by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. Expensive ro- tor damage can result if the pads are not replaced when necessary.

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Some Toyotas are equipped with a limit- edslip differential. If one of the rear wheels begins to spin, the limitedslip dif- ferential is designed to aid traction by automatically transmitting driving force to the other rear wheel. If you are not sure whether your vehicle is equipped with one, you can ask your Toyota dealer.

CAUTION

Do not start or run the engine while your vehicle is supported by a jack. The vehicle could be driven off the jack and could pose a danger or re- sult in serious injury.

NOTICE

Use only a compact spare tire of the same size, construction and load ca- pacity as the original tires on your Toyota because damage to the limit- edslip differential could possibly oc- cur with another tire type.

SB21009

The vehicle identification number (VIN) is the legal identifier for your vehicle. This number is on the left top of the instrument panel, and can be seen through the windshield from outside.

This is the primary identification number for your Toyota. It is used in registering the ownership of your vehicle.

SB21024

The vehicle identification number (VIN) is also on the Certification Label.

Limitedslip differential (on some models)

Your Toyotas identification Vehicle identification number

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Engine number

SB21010

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

Theft prevention labels Your new vehicle carries theft preven- tion labels which are approximately 56 mm (2.20 in.) by 16 mm (0.63 in.).

The purpose of these labels is to reduce the incidence of vehicle thefts by facilitat- ing the tracing and recovery of parts from stolen vehicles. The label is designed so that once it is applied to a surface, any attempt to remove it will result in destroy- ing the integrity of the label. Transferring these labels intact from one part to anoth- er, will be impossible.

NOTICE

You should not attempt to remove the theft prevention labels as it may vio- late certain state or federal laws.

Suspension and chassis

CAUTION

Do not modify the suspension/chassis with lift kits, spacers, springs, etc. It can cause dangerous handling charac- teristics, resulting in loss of control.

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This illustration indicates typical tire symbols. 1. Tire sizeFor details, see Tire

size on page 143. 2. DOT and Tire Identification

Number (TIN)For details, see DOT and Tire Identification Num- ber (TIN) on page 142.

3. Maximum cold tire inflation pressureThis means the pres- sure to which a tire may be in- flated. For recommended cold tire inflation pressure, see Tires on page 244.

4. Load limit at maximum cold tire inflation pressureFor details, see Checking and replacing tires on page 215.

5. Location of tread wear indica- torsFor details, see Checking and replacing tires on page 215.

6. Turning indicatorSome vehicles are equipped with directional tires. For details, see Rotating tires on page 218.

Tire information Tire symbols

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7. Uniform tire quality grading For details, see Uniform tire quali- ty grading that follows.

8. Tire ply composition and mate- rialsPlies mean a layer of rub- bercoated parallel cords. Cords mean the strands forming the plies in the tire.

9. TUBELESS or TUBE TYPEA tubeless tire does not have a tube inside the tire and air is directly filled in the tire. A tube type tire has a tube inside the tire and the tube maintains the air pressure.

10.Radial tires or biasply tiresA radial tire has RADIAL on the sidewall. A tire not marked with RADIAL is a biasply tire.

11.Summer tire or all season tireAn all season tire has M+S on the sidewall. The tire not marked with M+S is a summer tire. For details, see Types of tires on page 152.

SB21022a

This illustration indicates typical DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN). 1. DOT symbol 2. Tire Identification Number (TIN) 3. Tire manufacturer s identification

mark 4. Tire size code 5. Manufacturer s optional tire type

code 6. Manufacturing week 7. Manufacturing year

The DOT symbol certifies that the tire conforms to applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.

DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN)

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This illustration indicates typical tire size. 1. Section width (in millimeters) 2. Aspect ratio (tire height to section

width) 3. Tire construction code (R=Radial,

D=Diagonal) 4. Wheel diameter (in inches) 5. Load index (2 digits or 3 digits) 6. Speed symbol (alphabet with one

letter)

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1. Section width 2. Tire height 3. Wheel diameter

SU21027

1. Bead 2. Sidewall 3. Shoulder 4. Tread 5. Belt 6. Inner liner 7. Reinforcing rubber 8. Carcass 9. Rim lines 10.Bead wires 11. Chafer

Tire size Name of each section of tire

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Uniform tire quality grading This information has been prepared in accordance with regulations issued by the National Highway Traffic Safe- ty Administration of the U.S. Depart- ment of Transportation. It provides the purchasers and/or prospective purchasers of Toyota vehicles with in- formation on uniform tire quality grad- ing. Your Toyota dealer will help answer any questions you may have as you read this information. DOT quality gradesAll passenger vehicle tires must conform to Fed- eral Safety Requirements in addi- tion to these grades. Quality grades can be found where appli- cable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum sec- tion width. For example: Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A.

TreadwearThe tread wear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested un- der controlled conditions on a speci- fied government test course. For ex- ample, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half (11/2) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual con- ditions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate. Traction AA, A, B, CThe traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C, and they represent the tires ability to stop on wet pave- ment as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor trac- tion performance.

Warning: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on braking (straight ahead) traction tests and does not include cornering (turning) traction. Temperature A, B, CThe tempera- ture grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tires resist- ance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a spe- cified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to de- generate and reduce tire life, and ex- cessive temperature can lead to sud- den tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No.109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of per- formance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law.

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Warning: The temperature grades for this tire are established for a tire that is properly inflated and not over- loaded. Excessive speed, underinfla- tion, or excessive loading, either sep- arately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.

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Glossary of tire terminology

Tire related term Meaning

Accessory weight

the combined weight (in excess of those standard items which may be replaced) of automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, pow- er seats, radio, and heater, to the extent that these items are available as factoryinstalled equipment (whether installed or not)

Cold tire inflation pressure tire inflation pressure when the vehicle has been parked for at least 3 hours or more, or it has not been driven more than 1.5 km or 1 mile under that condition

Curb weight the weight of a motor vehicle with standard equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil, and coolant, and, if so equipped, air conditioning and addi- tional weight optional engine

Intended outboard sidewall

(A) the sidewall that contains a whitewall, bears white lettering or bears manufacturer, brand, and/or model name molding that is higher or deeper than the same molding on the other sidewall of the tire, or

(B) the outward facing sidewall of an asymmetrical tire that has a particular side that must always face outward when mounted on a vehicle

Maximum inflation pressure the maximum cold inflation pressure to which a tire may be inflated and it is shown on the sidewall of the tire

Maximum loaded vehicle weight

the sum of (a) curb weight; (b) accessory weight; (c) vehicle capacity weight; and (d) production options weight

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Tire related term Meaning

Normal occupant weight 68 kg (150 lb.) times the number of occupants specified in the second column of Table 1 that follows

Occupant distribution distribution of occupants in a vehicle as specified in the third column of Table 1 that follows

Production options weight

the combined weight of those installed regular production options weighing over 2.3 kg (5 lb.) in excess of those standard items which they replace, not pre- viously considered in curb weight or accessory weight, including heavy duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, heavy duty battery, and special trim

Recommended inflation pressure cold tire inflation pressure recommended by a manufacturer

Rim a metal support for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upon which the tire beads are seated

Rim diameter (Wheel diameter) nominal diameter of the bead seat

Rim size designation rim diameter and width

Rim type designation the industry of manufacturer s designation for a rim by style or code

Rim width nominal distance between rim flanges

Vehicle capacity weight (Total load capacity)

the rated cargo and luggage load plus 68 kg (150 lb.) times the vehicles desig- nated seating capacity

Vehicle maximum load on the tire the load on an individual tire that is determined by distributing to each axle its share of the maximum loaded vehicle weight and dividing by two

Vehicle normal load on the tire the load on an individual tire that is determined by distributing to each axle its share of the curb weight, accessory weight, and normal occupant weight (distributed in accordance with Table 1 that follows) and dividing by two

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Tire related term Meaning

Weather side the surface area of the rim not covered by the inflated tire

Table 1Occupant loading and distribution for vehicle normal load for various designated seating capacities

Designated seating capacity, number of occupants

Vehicle normal load, number of occu- pants

Occupant distribution in a normally loaded vehicle

2 through 4 2 2 in front

5 through 10 3 2 in front, 1 in second seat

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Vehicle load limits include total load capacity, seating capacity, towing ca- pacity and cargo capacity. Follow the load limits shown below. Total load capacity:

193 kg (425 lb.) Total load capacity means combined weight of occupants, cargo and lug- gage. Tongue load is included when trailer towing. Seating capacity:

Total 2 (Front 2) Seating capacity means the maximum number of occupants whose esti- mated average weight is 68 kg (150 lb.) per person. Depending on the weight of each person, the seating ca- pacity given may exceed the total load capacity.

NOTICE

Even if the number of occupants are within the seating capacity, do not exceed the total load ca- pacity.

Towing capacity Toyota does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle. Your ve- hicle is not designed for trailer towing. Cargo capacity Cargo capacity may increase or de- crease depending on the size (weight) and the number of occupants. For de- tails, see Capacity and distribution that follows.

CAUTION

Do not apply the load more than each load limit. That may cause not only damage to the tires, but also deterioration to the steering ability and braking ability, which may cause an accident.

When stowing cargo and luggage in the vehicle, observe the following: Put cargo and luggage in the front

box or luggage space when at all possible. Be sure all items are se- cured in place.

Be careful to keep the vehicle bal- anced. Locating the weight as far forward as possible helps maintain balance.

For better fuel economy, do not carry unneeded weight.

CAUTION

Never allow anyone to ride in the luggage space. It is not de- signed for the passenger. The passenger should ride in the seat with the seat belt properly fastened. Severe injuries to an unrestrained passenger can occur during sudden braking or a collision.

Vehicle load limits Cargo and luggage Stowage precautions

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Do not drive with objects left on top of the instrument panel. They may interfere with the drivers field of view. Or they may move during sharp vehicle acceleration or turning, and im- pair the drivers control of the vehicle. In an accident they may injure the vehicle occu- pants.

Cargo capacity depends on the to- tal weight of the occupants. (Cargo capacity) = (Total load capac- ity) (Total weight of occupants) STEPS FOR DETERMINING CORRECT LOAD LIMIT 1. Locate the statement The

combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX pounds on your vehicles placard.

2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle.

3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kilograms or XXX pounds.

4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and lug- gage load capacity. For example, if the XXX amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb. passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and lug- gage load capacity is 650 lbs. (1400750 (5x150)=650 lbs).

5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4.

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 car- go and luggage load capacity of your vehicle.

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

Capacity and distribution

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Total load capacity

Cargo capacity

EXAMPLE ON YOUR VEHICLE In case that 1 people with the com- bined weight of 80 kg (176 lb.) are riding in your vehicle with the total load capacity of 193 kg (425 lb.), the available amount of cargo and lug- gage load capacity will be as follows: 193 kg 80 kg = 113 kg. (425 lb. 176 lb. = 249 lb.) From this condition, if 1 more passen- ger with the combined weight of 70 kg (154 lb.) get on, the available car- go and luggage load will be reduced as follows:

113 kg 70 kg = 43 kg. (249 lb. 154 lb. = 95 lb.) As shown in the above example, if the number of occupants increases, the cargo and luggage load equaling the combined weight of occupants who got on later must be reduced. In other words, if the increase in the number of occupants causes the excess of the total load capacity (combined weight of occupants plus cargo and luggage load), you have to reduce the cargo and luggage on your vehicle. For details about total load capacity, see Vehicle load limits on page 149.

CAUTION

Even if the total load of occu- pants weight and the cargo load is less than the total load capac- ity, do not apply the load uneven- ly. That may cause not only dam- age to the tire but also deteriora- tion to the steering ability due to unbalance of the vehicle, causing an accident.

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Types of tires Determine what kind of tires your vehicle is originally equipped with. 1. Summer tires Summer tires are highspeed capabil- ity tires best suited to highway driving under dry conditions. Since summer tires do not have the same traction performance as snow tires, summer tires are inadequate for driving on snowcovered or icy roads. For driving on snowcovered or icy roads, we recommend using snow tires. If installing snow tires, be sure to replace all four tires. 2. All season tires All season tires are designed to pro- vide better traction in snow and to be adequate for driving in most winter conditions, as well as for use all year round.

CAUTION

Do not mix summer and all sea- son tires on your vehicle as this can cause dangerous han- dling characteristics, resulting in loss of control.

Do not use tires other than the manufactures designated tires, and never mix tires or wheels of the sizes different from the originals as this can cause dangerous handling characteristics, resulting in loss of control.

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STARTING AND DRIVING Starting and driving Before starting the engine 154. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . How to start the engine 154. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tips for driving in various conditions 155. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Winter driving tips 156. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dinghy towing 157. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Trailer towing 158. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . How to save fuel and make your vehicle last longer, too 158. . . . . . . . .

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Before starting the engine 1. Check the area around the vehicle be-

fore entering it.

Sequential manual transmission only: When the drivers door is opened, a motor sound may be heard from the engine compartment, but it is not a malfunction. The motor will stop after a certain period of time.

2. Adjust seat position, seatback angle, seat cushion angle and steering wheel angle.

3. Adjust the inside and outside rear view mirrors.

4. Lock both the doors.

5. Fasten seat belts.

1. Apply the parking brake firmly.

2. Turn off unnecessary lights and acces- sories.

3. Sequential manual transmission: Turn the ignition switch to ON position. Hold down the brake pedal firmly, and place the selector lever to the N posi- tion. Make sure that the N indicator in the instrument cluster comes on. A starter safety device will prevent the starter from operating if the selector lever is in a position except N or the brake pedal is not depressed.

Manual transmission: Press the clutch pedal to the floor and shift the trans- mission into neutral. Hold the clutch pedal to the floor until the engine is started. A starter safety device will pre- vent the starter from operating if the clutch pedal is not fully depressed.

(b) Starting the engine Before starting the engine, be sure to follow the instructions in (a) Before cranking.

Normal starting procedure

The multiport fuel injection system/sequen- tial multiport fuel injection system in your engine automatically controls the proper airfuel mixture for starting. You can start a cold or hot engine as follows:

Sequential manual transmission: With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition key to the START position and crank the engine while depressing the brake pedal. Release the key when the engine starts. The engine cannot be cranked if the selector lever is in a position except N or the brake pedal is not de- pressed.

Manual transmission: With your foot off the accelerator pedal, crank the en- gine by turning the key to the START position. Release the key when the en- gine starts.

Engine should be warmed up by driving, not in idle. For warming up drive with smoothly turning engine until engine cool- ant temperature is within normal range.

How to start the engine (a) Before cranking

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If the engine stalls...

Simply restart it, using the correct proce- dure given in normal starting.

If the engine will not start...

See If your vehicle will not start on page 162 in Section 4.

NOTICE

Do not crank for more than 30 sec- onds at a time. This may overheat the starter and wiring systems.

Do not race a cold engine.

If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently, have the engine checked immediately.

Always slow down in gusty crosswinds. This will allow you much better control.

Drive slowly onto curbs and, if pos- sible, at a right angle. Avoid driving onto high, sharpedged objects and other road hazards. Failure to do so can lead to severe tire damage such as a tire burst. Drive slowly when passing over bumps or travelling on a bumpy road. Other- wise, the impact could cause severe damage to the tires and/or wheels.

When parking on a hill, turn the front wheels until they touch the curb so that the vehicle will not roll. Apply the parking brake, and place the transmis- sion in S(1) or R (sequential manual transmission) or in first or reverse (manual transmission). If necessary, block the wheels.

Washing your vehicle or driving through deep water may get the brakes wet. To see whether they are wet, check that there is no traffic near you, and then press the pedal lightly. If you do not feel a normal braking force, the brakes are probably wet. To dry them, drive the vehicle cautiously while lightly pressing the brake pedal with the park- ing brake applied. If they still do not work safely, pull to the side of the road and call a Toyota dealer for assistance.

CAUTION

Before driving off, make sure that the parking brake is fully released and the parking brake reminder light is off.

Do not leave your vehicle unat- tended while the engine is running.

Do not rest your foot on the brake pedal while driving. It can cause dangerous overheating, needless wear, and poor fuel economy.

To drive down a long or steep hill, reduce your speed and downshift. Remember, if you ride the brakes excessively, they may overheat and not work properly.

Be careful when accelerating, up- shifting, downshifting or braking on a slippery surface. Sudden accelera- tion or engine braking could cause the vehicle to spin or skid.

Tips for driving in various conditions

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Do not drive in excess of the speed limit. Even if the legal speed limit permits it, do not drive over 140 km/h (85 mph) unless your vehicle has highspeed capability tires. Driving over 140 km/h (85 mph) may result in tire failure, loss of control and possible injury. Be sure to con- sult a tire dealer to determine whether the tires on your vehicle are highspeed capability tires or not before driving at such speeds.

Do not continue normal driving when the brakes are wet. If they are wet, your vehicle will require a lon- ger stopping distance, and it may pull to one side when the brakes are applied. Also, the parking brake will not hold the vehicle securely.

Winter driving tips Make sure your coolant is properly pro- tected against freezing.

Only use Toyota Super Long Life Coolant or similar high quality ethylene glycol based nonsilicate, nonamine, nonnitrite, and nonborate coolant with longlife hy- brid organic acid technology. (Coolant with longlife hybrid organic acid technology is a combination of low phosphates and or- ganic acids.)

See Checking the engine coolant level in Section 72 for details of coolant type selection.

Toyota Super Long Life Coolant is a mix- ture of 50% coolant and 50% deionized water. This coolant provides protection down to about 35C (31F).

NOTICE

Do not use plain water alone.

Check the condition of the battery and cables.

Cold temperatures reduce the capacity of any battery, so it must be in top shape to provide enough power for winter start- ing. Section 73 tells you how to visually inspect the battery. Your Toyota dealer and most service stations will be pleased to check the level of charge.

Make sure the engine oil viscosity is suitable for the cold weather.

See page 208 in Section 72 for recom- mended viscosity. Leaving a heavy sum- mer oil in your vehicle during winter months may cause harder starting. If you are not sure about which oil to use, call your Toyota dealerhe will be pleased to help.

Keep the door locks from freezing.

Squirt lock deicer or glycerine into the locks to keep them from freezing.

Use a washer fluid containing an anti- freeze solution.

This product is available at your Toyota dealer and most auto parts stores. Follow the manufacturers directions for how much to mix with water.

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NOTICE

Do not use engine antifreeze or any other substitute because it may dam- age your vehicles paint.

Do not use your parking brake when there is a possibility it could freeze.

When parking, put the transmission into S(1) or R (sequential manual transmis- sion) or into first or reverse (manual transmission) and block the front wheels. Do not use the parking brake, or snow or water accumulated in and around the parking brake mechanism may freeze, making it hard to release.

Keep ice and snow from accumulating under the fenders.

Ice and snow built up under your fenders can make steering difficult. During bad winter driving, stop and check under the fenders occasionally.

Depending on where you are driving, we recommend you carry some emer- gency equipment.

Some of the things you might put in the vehicle are tire chains, window scraper, bag of sand or salt, flares, small shovel, jumper cables, etc.

Dinghy towing

SB31003a

Your vehicle can be dinghy towed (with four wheels on the ground) from the front behind a motorhome.

CAUTION

Dinghy towing requires special equip- ment and accessories. Please refer to your service outlet of the motorhome manufacture for the recommended equipment.

NOTICE

Dinghy towing does not eliminate the possibility of damage to your vehicle.

DINGHY TOWING TIPS

Before dinghy towing, be sure to ob- serve the following in order to reduce the damage to your vehicle.

1. Shift the gear into neutral.

2. Turn the ignition switch to the ACC position. Make sure the audio is turned off.

NOTICE

To avoid the locking of the steering wheel, turn the ignition switch to the ACC position.

3. Release the parking brake.

After dinghy towing, let the engine idle for more than 3 minutes before driving the vehicle.

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NOTICE

Do not tow your vehicle from the rear. This may cause serious damage to your vehicle.

Trailer towing

SB31002

Toyota does not recommend towing a trail- er with your MR2. It is not designed for trailer towing.

Improving fuel economy is easyjust take it easy. It will help make your vehicle last longer, too. Here are some specific tips on how to save money on both fuel and repairs:

Keep your tires inflated at the cor- rect pressure. Underinflation causes tire wear and wastes fuel. See page 213 in Section 72 for instructions.

Do not carry unneeded weight in your vehicle. Excess weight puts a heavier load on the engine, causing greater fuel consumption.

Avoid lengthy warmup idling. Once the engine is running smoothly, begin drivingbut gently. Remember, howev- er, that on cold winter days this may take a little longer.

Accelerate slowly and smoothly. Avoid jackrabbit starts. Get into high gear as quickly as possible.

Avoid long engine idling. If you have a long wait and you are not in traffic, it is better to turn off the engine and start again later.

Avoid engine lugging or overrev- ving. Use a gear position suitable for the road on which you are travelling.

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Avoid continuous speeding up and slowing down. Stopandgo driving wastes fuel.

Avoid unnecessary stopping and braking. Maintain a steady pace. Try to time the traffic signals so you only need to stop as little as possible or take advantage of through streets to avoid traffic lights. Keep a proper dis- tance from other vehicles to avoid sud- den braking. This will also reduce wear on your brakes.

Avoid heavy traffic or traffic jams whenever possible.

Do not rest your foot on the clutch or brake pedal. This causes premature wear, overheating and poor fuel econo- my.

Maintain a moderate speed on high- ways. The faster you drive, the greater the fuel consumption. By reducing your speed, you will cut down on fuel con- sumption.

Keep the front wheels in proper alignment. Avoid hitting the curb and slow down on rough roads. Improper alignment not only causes faster tire wear but also puts an extra load on the engine, which, in turn, wastes fuel.

Keep the bottom of your vehicle free from mud, etc. This not only lessens weight but also helps prevent corro- sion.

Keep your vehicle tunedup and in top shape. A dirty air cleaner, improp- er valve clearance, dirty plugs, dirty oil and grease, brakes not adjusted, etc. all lower engine performance and con- tribute to poor fuel economy. For longer life of all parts and lower operating costs, keep all maintenance work on schedule, and if you often drive under severe conditions, see that your vehicle receives more frequent maintenance. (For scheduled maintenance informa- tion, please refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide or Owners Manual Supplement.)

CAUTION

Never turn off the engine to coast down hills. Your power steering and brake booster will not function with- out the engine running. Also, the emission control system operates properly only when the engine is run- ning.

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IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY In case of an emergency If your vehicle will not start 162. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . If your engine stalls while driving 166. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . If you cannot increase engine speed 166. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . If your vehicle overheats 166. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . If you have a flat tire 167. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . If your vehicle becomes stuck 176. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . If your vehicle needs to be towed 177. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . If you cannot shift the sequential manual transmission selector lever .

181 If you lose your keys 182. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Before making these checks, make sure you have followed the correct starting procedure given in How to start the engine on page 154 in Section 3 and that you have sufficient fuel. Also check whether the other keys will start the engine. If they work, your key may be broken. Have the key checked at your Toyota dealer. If none of your keys work, there may be a malfunction in the immobi- lizer system. Call your Toyota dealer. (See Keys on page 8 in Section 12.)

If the engine is not turning over or is turning over too slowly

1. Check that the battery terminals are tight and clean.

2. If the battery terminals are O.K., switch on the interior light.

3. If the light is out, dim or goes out when the starter is cranked, the battery is discharged. You may try jump start- ing. See (c) Jump starting on page 163 for further instructions.

If the light is O.K., but the engine still will not start, it needs adjustment or repair. Call a Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop.

NOTICE

Sequential manual transmission only: Your vehicle cannot be pull or pushstarted.

Do not pull or pushstart the ve- hicle. It may damage the vehicle or cause a collision when the engine starts. Also the threeway catalytic converter may overheat and become a fire hazard.

If the engine turns over at its normal speed but will not start

1. The engine may be flooded because of repeated cranking. See (b) Starting a flooded engine on page 162 for further instructions.

2. If the engine still will not start, it needs adjustment or repair. Call a Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop.

(b) Starting a flooded engine If the engine will not start, your engine may be flooded because of repeated cranking.

Sequential manual transmission: If this happens, turn the key to START with the accelerator pedal and brake pedal fully depressed. Keep the key, accelerator ped- al and brake pedal in these positions for 15 seconds and release them. Then re- lease the accelerator pedal, and try crank- ing the engine with the brake pedal de- pressed.

Manual transmission: If this happens, turn the key to START with the accelera- tor pedal fully depressed. Keep the key and accelerator pedal in these positions for 15 seconds and release them. Then try starting the engine with your foot off the accelerator pedal.

If the engine does not start after 15 sec- onds of cranking, release the key, wait a few minutes and try again.

If the engine still will not start, it needs adjustment or repair. Call a Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop for assistance.

If your vehicle will not start (a) Simple checks

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NOTICE

Do not crank for more than 30 sec- onds at a time. This may overheat the starter and wiring systems.

(c) Jump starting To avoid serious personal injury and damage to your vehicle which might re- sult from battery explosion, acid burns, electrical burns, or damaged electronic components, these instructions must be followed precisely.

If you are unsure about how to follow this procedure, we strongly recommend that you seek the help of a competent me- chanic or towing service.

CAUTION

Batteries contain sulfuric acid which is poisonous and corrosive. Wear protective safety glasses when jump starting, and avoid spilling acid on your skin, clothing, or ve- hicle.

If you should accidentally get acid on yourself or in your eyes, remove any contaminated clothing and flush the affected area with water imme- diately. Then get immediate medical attention. If possible, continue to apply water with a sponge or cloth while en route to the medical office.

The gas normally produced by a battery will explode if a flame or spark is brought near. Use only standardized jumper cables and do not smoke or light a match while jump starting.

NOTICE

The battery used for boosting must be 12 V. Do not jump start unless you are sure that the booster battery is correct.

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JUMP STARTING PROCEDURE

1. If the booster battery is installed in another vehicle, make sure the vehicles are not touching. Turn off all unneces- sary lights and accessories.

When boosting, use the battery of matching or higher quality. Any other battery may be difficult to jump start with.

If jump starting is difficult, charge the battery for several minutes.

2. If required, remove all the vent plugs from the booster and discharged batter- ies. Lay a cloth over the open vents on the batteries. (This helps reduce the explosion hazard, personal injuries and burns.)

3. If the engine in the vehicle with the booster battery is not running, start it and let it run for a few minutes. During jump starting, run the engine at about 2000 rpm with the accelerator pedal lightly depressed.

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Discharged battery

Booster battery

Positive terminal (+ mark)

Positive terminal (+ mark)

Jumper cable

4. Make the cable connections in the or- der a, b, c, d.

a. Connect the clamp of the positive (red) jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal on the discharged battery.

b. Connect the clamp at the other end of the positive (red) jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal on the booster battery.

SB41056 Jumper cable

Booster battery Negative terminal

( mark)

Discharged battery

c. Connect the clamp of the negative (black) jumper cable to the negative () terminal on the booster battery.

d. Connect the clamp at the other end of the negative (black) jumper cable to a solid, stationary, unpainted, metallic point of the vehicle with the discharged battery.

The recommended connecting point is shown in the following illustration:

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Connecting point

Do not connect the cable to or near any part that moves when the engine is cranked.

CAUTION

When making the connections, to avoid serious injury, do not lean over the battery or accidentally let the jumper cables or clamps touch any- thing except the correct battery termi- nals or the ground.

5. Sequential manual transmission: Turn the ignition switch to ON position. Hold down the brake pedal firmly, and place the selector lever to N position. Make sure that the N indicator in the instrument cluster comes on. Then start your engine in a normal way.

Manual transmission: Start your en- gine in the normal way.

After starting, run it at about 2000 rpm for several minutes with the accelerator pedal lightly depressed.

6. Carefully disconnect the cables in the exact reverse order: the negative cable and then the positive cable.

7. Carefully dispose of the battery cover clothsthey may now contain sulfuric acid.

8. If removed, replace all the battery vent plugs.

If the cause of your battery discharging is not apparent (for example, lights left on), you should have it checked at your Toyota dealer.

If the first start attempt is not success- ful...

Check that the clamp on the jumper cables are tight. Recharge the discharged battery with the jumper cables connected for several minutes and restart your en- gine in the normal way.

If another attempt is not successful, the battery may be depleted. Have it checked at your Toyota dealer.

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If your engine stalls while driving...

1. Reduce your speed gradually, keeping a straight line. Move cautiously off the road to a safe place.

2. Turn on your emergency flashers.

3. Sequential manual transmission: Turn the ignition key to ACC or LOCK position. Approximately 5 seconds after, try starting the engine again.

Manual transmission: Turn the ignition key to ACC or LOCK, and try start- ing the engine again.

If the engine will not start, see If your vehicle will not start on page 162 in this Section.

CAUTION

If the engine is not running, the pow- er assist for the brakes and steering will not work so steering and braking will be much harder than usual.

If engine speed does not increase with the accelerator pedal depressed down, there may be a problem somewhere in your electronic throttle control system.

At this time, vibration may occur. Howev- er, if you depress the accelerator pedal more firmly and slowly, you can drive your vehicle at low speeds. Have your vehicle checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

Even if the abnormality of the electronic throttle control system is corrected during low speed driving, the system may not be recovered until the engine is stopped and the ignition key is turned to ACC or LOCK position.

CAUTION

Be especially careful to prevent erro- neous pedal operation.

If your vehicle overheats If your engine coolant temperature gauge indicates overheating, if you ex- perience a loss of power, or if you hear a loud knocking or pinging noise, the engine has probably overheated. You should follow this procedure...

1. Pull safely off the road, stop the ve- hicle and turn on your emergency flashers. Put the transmission in N (sequential manual transmission) or in neutral (manual transmission) and ap- ply the parking brake. Turn off the air conditioning if it is being used.

2. If coolant or steam is boiling out of the radiator or reservoir, stop the engine. Wait until the steam subsides before opening the hood. If there is no coolant boiling over or steam, leave the engine running and make sure the electric cooling fan is operating. If it is not, turn the ignition off.

CAUTION

To help avoid personal injury, keep the hood closed until there is no steam. Escaping steam or coolant is a sign of very high pressure.

If your engine stalls while driving

If you cannot increase engine speed

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3. Look for obvious coolant leaks from the radiator, hoses, and under the vehicle. However, note that water draining from the air conditioning is normal if it has been used.

CAUTION

When the engine is running, keep hands and clothing away from the moving fan and engine drive belts.

4. If the coolant is leaking, stop the en- gine immediately. Call a Toyota dealer for assistance.

5. If there are no obvious leaks, check the coolant reservoir. If it is dry, add coolant to the reservoir while the en- gine is running. Fill it about half full.

CAUTION

Do not attempt to remove the coolant reservoir cap or air release valve when the engine and radiator are hot. Serious injury could result from scalding hot fluid and steam blown out under pressure.

6. After the engine coolant temperature has cooled to normal, again check the coolant level in the reservoir. If neces- sary, bring it up to half full again. Seri- ous coolant loss indicates a leak in the system. You should have it checked as soon as possible at your Toyota dealer.

If you have a flat tire 1. Reduce your speed gradually,

keeping a straight line. Move cau- tiously off the road to a safe place well away from the traffic. Avoid stopping on the center divider of a highway. Park on a level spot with firm ground.

2. Stop the engine and turn on your emergency flashers.

3. Firmly engage the parking brake and put the transmission lever in R (sequential manual transmis- sion) or in reverse (manual trans- mission).

4. Have everyone get out of the ve- hicle on the side away from traffic.

5. Read the following instructions thoroughly.

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CAUTION

When jacking, be sure to observe the following to reduce the possi- bility of personal injury: Follow jacking instructions. Do not put any part of your

body under the vehicle sup- ported by the jack. Personal in- jury may occur.

Do not start or run the engine while your vehicle is supported by the jack.

Stop the vehicle on a level firm ground, firmly set the parking brake and put the transmission in R (sequential manual transmission) or in reverse (manual transmission). Block the wheel diagonally opposite to the one being changed if necessary.

Make sure to set the jack prop- erly in the jack point. Raising the vehicle with jack improper- ly positioned will damage the vehicle or may allow the ve- hicle to fall off the jack and cause personal injury.

Never get under the vehicle when the vehicle is supported by the jack alone.

Use the jack only for lifting your vehicle during wheel changing.

Do not raise the vehicle with someone in the vehicle.

When raising the vehicle, do not put an object on or under the jack.

Raise the vehicle only high enough to remove and change the tire.

NOTICE

Do not continue driving with a deflated tire. Driving even a short distance can damage a tire and wheel beyond repair.

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The spare tire with turning direc- tion indicators is of a unidirec- tional type and is intended for use on the passenger side of the ve- hicle. This spare tire has the same size and the same turning direction as the standard tire of the front passenger side. However, the spare tire must only be used temporary because the wheel differs from the standard tire.

CAUTION

The spare tire was designed especially for your Toyota. Do not use it on any other vehicle.

Do not use more than one spare tire at the same time.

Do not exceed 80 km/h (50 mph) when driving with the spare tire.

The standard tire should be re- paired and reinstalled as soon as possible.

Avoid sudden acceleration, sudden deceleration and sharp turns with the spare tire.

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Spare tire

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Tool bag

Spare tire with turning direction indicators

Required tools and spare tire

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1. Get the tool bag and spare tire. You will find a jack in the tool bag. To prepare yourself for an emergency, you should familiarize yourself with the use of the jack, each of the tools and their storage locations. SB41047

To remove the spare tire: 1. Open the front box cover in the

trunk.

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2. Remove the spare wheel cover.

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3. Loosen the bolt and remove it. Then take the spare tire out of the vehicle. When storing the spare tire, put it in place with the outer side of the wheel facing up. Then secure the tire by re- peating the above removal steps in reverse order to prevent it from flying forward during a collision or sudden braking.

Blocking the wheel

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2. Block the wheel diagonally op- posite the flat tire to keep the vehicle from rolling when it is jacked up.

When blocking the wheel, place a wheel block in front of one of the front wheels or behind one of the rear wheels.

Loosening wheel nuts

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3. Loosen all the wheel nuts. Always loosen the wheel nuts before raising the vehicle. Turn the wheel nuts counterclockwise to loosen. To get maximum leverage, fit the wrench to the nut so that the handle is on the right side, as shown above. Grab the wrench near the end of the handle and pull up on the han- dle. Be careful that the wrench does not slip off the nut. Do not remove the nuts yetjust un- screw them about onehalf turn.

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CAUTION

Never use oil or grease on the bolts or nuts. The nuts may loos- en and the wheels may fall off, which could cause a serious ac- cident.

Positioning the jack

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4. Position the jack at the correct jack point as shown.

Make sure the jack is positioned on a level and solid place.

Raising your vehicle

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5. After making sure that no one is in the vehicle, raise it high enough so that the compact spare tire can be installed.

Remember you will need more ground clearance when putting on the com- pact spare tire than when removing the flat tire. To raise the vehicle, insert the jack handle into the jack (it is a loose fit) and turn it clockwise. As the jack touches the vehicle and begins to lift, doublecheck that it is properly posi- tioned.

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CAUTION

Never get under the vehicle when the vehicle is supported by the jack alone.

Changing wheels

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6. Remove the wheel nuts and change tires.

Lift the flat tire straight off and put it aside. Roll the spare wheel into position and align the holes in the wheel with the bolts. Then lift up the wheel and get at least the top bolt started through its hole. Wiggle the tire and press it back over the other bolts.

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Before putting wheels on, remove any corrosion on the mounting surfaces with a wire brush or such. Installation of wheels without good metaltomet- al contact at the mounting surface can cause wheel nuts to loosen and even- tually cause a wheel to come off while driving.

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Reinstalling wheel nuts

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7. Reinstall all the wheel nuts with finger tight.

Reinstall the wheel nuts (tapered end inward) and tighten them as much as you can by finger. Press back on the tire back and see if you can tighten them more.

CAUTION

Never use oil or grease on the bolts or nuts. Doing so may lead to overtightening the nuts and damaging the bolts. The nuts may loosen and the wheels may fall off, which could cause a seri- ous accident. If there is oil or grease on any bolt or nut, clean it.

Lowering your vehicle

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8. Lower the vehicle completely and tighten the wheel nuts.

Turn the jack handle counterclock- wise to lower the vehicle. Use only the wheel nut wrench and turn it clockwise to tighten the nuts. Do not use other tools or any addition- al leverage other than your hands, such as a hammer, pipe or your foot. Make sure the wrench is securely en- gaged over the nut. Tighten each nut a little at a time in the order shown. Repeat the process until all the nuts are tight.

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CAUTION

When lowering the vehicle, make sure all portions of your body and all other persons around will not be injured as the vehicle is lowered to the ground.

Have the wheel nuts tightened with torque wrench to 103 Nm (10.5 kgfm, 76 ftlbf), as soon as possible after changing wheels. Otherwise, the nuts may loosen and the wheels may fall off, which could cause a serious accident.

After changing wheels 9. Check the air pressure of the re-

placed tire. Adjust the air pressure to the specifi- cation designated on page 244 in Section 8. If the pressure is lower, drive slowly to the nearest service station and fill to the correct pressure. Do not forget to reinstall the tire infla- tion valve cap as dirt and moisture could get into the valve core and pos- sibly cause air leakage. If the cap is missing, have a new one put on as soon as possible. 10.Restow all the tools, jack and

flat tire securely. As soon as possible after changing wheels, tighten the wheel nuts to the torque specified on page 244 in Sec- tion 8 with a torque wrench. Have a technician repair the flat tire and re- place the spare tire with it.

CAUTION

Before driving, make sure all the tools, jack and flat tire are se- curely in place in their storage location to reduce the possibility of personal injury during a colli- sion or sudden braking.

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Remove the wheel ornament from the flat tire before restowing the flat tire.

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NOTICE

The size of the front wheel and the rear wheel is different. In order to prevent the wrong installation, there is a pin on the assembly surface inside the rear wheel as shown above. Therefore, the rear wheels can- not be installed on the front.

If your vehicle becomes stuck in snow, mud, sand, etc., then you may attempt to rock the vehicle free by moving it forward and backward.

CAUTION

Do not attempt to rock the vehicle free by moving it forward and back- ward if people or objects are any- where near the vehicle. During the rocking operation the vehicle may suddenly move forward or backward as it becomes unstuck, causing injury or damage to nearby people or ob- jects.

If your vehicle becomes stuck

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NOTICE

If you rock your vehicle, observe the following precautions to prevent dam- age to the transmission and other parts.

Do not depress the accelerator ped- al while shifting the selector lever or before the transmission is com- pletely shifted to forward or reverse gear.

Do not race the engine and avoid spinning the wheels.

If your vehicle remains stuck after rocking the vehicle several times, consider other ways such as tow- ing.

SB41062 From rear

(b) Using flat bed truck

(a) Towing with wheel lift type truck

From front

If towing is necessary, we recommend you to have it done by your Toyota dealer or a commercial tow truck ser- vice. In consultation with them, have your vehicle towed using either (a) or (b).

Only when you cannot receive a towing service from a Toyota dealer or com- mercial tow truck service, tow your ve- hicle carefully in accordance with the instructions given in Emergency towing on page 179 in this Section.

Proper equipment will help ensure that your vehicle is not damaged while being towed. Commercial operators are generally aware of the state/provincial and local laws pertaining to towing.

Your vehicle can be damaged if it is towed incorrectly. Although most operators know the correct procedure, it is possible to make a mistake. To avoid damage to your vehicle, make sure the following pre- cautions are observed. If necessary, show this page to the tow truck driver.

TOWING PRECAUTIONS:

Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by the state/provincial and local laws. The wheels and axle on the ground must be in good condition. If they are damaged, use a towing dolly.

If your vehicle needs to be towed

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(a) Towing with wheel lift type truck

From frontWe recommend using a tow- ing dolly under the rear wheels. If you do not use a towing dolly, release the parking brake and put the transmission in N (se- quential manual transmission) or in neutral (manual transmission). The key must be in ACC (sequential manual transmission).

Sequential manual transmission only: After shifting the selector lever to the N position, always make sure that the gear is actually disengaged and is in neutral by pushing the vehicle by hand or other means. In case the gear can not be put in neutral, turn the ignition switch from the OFF to ON position, and operate the selector lever once from N to S or R, then back to N again. Then turn the ignition switch from the ON to OFF position. These procedures may help put the gear in neutral. If the gear still can not be put in neutral, you can not tow without a towing dolly.

From rearPlace the ignition key in the ACC position.

CAUTION

Do not tow without a towing dolly when the ignition switch is in the ON position and/or when the trans- mission is not in the neutral gear position. Otherwise, you may be in- volved in an unexpected accident.

NOTICE

When lifting wheels, take care to ensure adequate ground clearance for towing at the opposite end of the raised vehicle. Otherwise, the bumper and/or underbody of the towed vehicle will be damaged dur- ing towing.

Do not tow with the key removed or in the LOCK position, as the steering lock mechanism is not strong enough to hold the front wheels straight while towing.

(b) Using flat bed truck

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(c) Towing with sling type truck

(c) Towing with sling type truck

NOTICE

Do not tow with sling type truck, ei- ther from the front or rear. This may cause body damage.

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Emergency towing

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Front

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Rear

If towing is necessary, we recommend you to have it done by your Toyota dealer or a commercial tow truck ser- vice.

If a towing service is not available in an emergency, your vehicle may be temporarily towed by a cable or chain secured to either the emergency towing eyelet on the front of the vehicle or the right emergency towing eyelet on the rear of the vehicle. Use extreme caution when towing vehicles.

To install the towing eyelet, see Installing towing eyelet on page 180 in this Section.

NOTICE

Only use specified towing eyelet; otherwise your vehicle may be dam- aged.

A driver must be in the vehicle to steer it and operate the brakes.

Towing in this manner may be done only on hardsurfaced roads for a short dis- tance and at low speeds. Also, the wheels, axles, drive train, steering and brakes must all be in good condition.

CAUTION

Use extreme caution when towing a vehicle. Avoid sudden starts or er- ratic driving maneuvers which would place excessive stress on the emergency towing eyelets and tow- ing cable or chain. The eyelets and towing cable or chain may break and cause serious injury or dam- age.

In case of installing the eyelet on the vehicle, be sure to tighten the eyelet securely. If the eyelet is loose, it may come off when towing and result in death or serious injury to the passenger in the front ve- hicle or damage to that vehicle.

NOTICE

Use only a cable or chain specifi- cally intended for use in towing ve- hicles. Securely fasten the cable or chain to the towing eyelets pro- vided.

Do not use the left rear eyelet. It is not designed for towing.

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Before towing, release the parking brake and put the transmission in N (sequential manual transmission) or in neutral (manual transmission).

Sequential manual transmission: The key must be in ACC.

Manual transmission: The key must be in ACC (engine off) or ON (engine run- ning).

Sequential manual transmission only: After shifting the selector lever to the N position, always make sure that the gear is actually disengaged and is in neutral by pushing the vehicle by hand or other means. In case the gear can not be put in neutral, turn the ignition switch from the OFF to ON position, and operate the selector lever once from N to S or R, then back to N again. Then turn the ignition switch from the ON to OFF position. These procedures may help put the gear in neutral. If the gear still can not be put in neutral, you can not tow with cables or chains.

CAUTION

If the engine is not running, the power assist for the brakes and steering will not work so steering and braking will be much harder than usual.

Do not tow with a cable or chain when the ignition switch is in the ON position and/or when the transmission is not in the neutral gear position. Otherwise, you may be involved in an unexpected acci- dent.

Installing towing eyelet

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1. Remove the towing eyelet cover on the bumper, using a flatbladed screwdriver which is wrapped with a cloth.

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2. Use the towing eyelet in the tool bag. Secure it to the hole on the bumper by turning clockwise. (For the tool bag storage location, see Required tools and spare tire on page 169 in this Section.)

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3. Tighten the towing eyelet securely by a wheel nut wrench.

CAUTION

When installing the eyelet on the ve- hicle, be sure to tighten the eyelet securely. If the eyelet is loose, it may come off when being towed and re- sult in death or serious injury.

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In case the selector lever lock is not released and the selector lever cannot be moved even though the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, follow the procedures below:

1. Turn the ignition key to the LOCK or ACC position. Make sure the parking brake is applied.

2. Pry up the cover with a flatbladed screwdriver or equivalent.

If you cannot shift the sequential manual transmission selector lever

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3. To push the link, insert a key or screwdriver to the hole. The lever can be operated while the link is being pushed.

4. Shift into the N position.

5. Reinsert the cover.

6. Start the engine while depressing the brake pedal.

Be sure to have the system checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

If you lose your keys You can purchase a new key at your Toyota dealer if you can give them the key number and master key.

Even if you lose only one key, contact your Toyota dealer to make a new key. If you lose all your master keys, you cannot make new keys; the whole engine immobi- lizer system must be replaced.

See the suggestion given in Keys on page 8 in Section 12.

If your keys are locked in the vehicle and you cannot get a duplicate, many Toyota dealers can still open the door for you, using their special tools. If you must break a window to get in, we suggest breaking the side window because it is the least expensive to replace. Be ex- tremely cautious to avoid cuts from the glass.

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CORROSION PREVENTION AND APPEARANCE CARE Corrosion prevention and appearance care Protecting your Toyota from corrosion 184. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Washing and waxing your Toyota 185. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cleaning the interior 188. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Toyota, through its diligent research, de- sign and use of the most advanced technology available, helps prevent corro- sion and provides you with the finest qual- ity vehicle construction. Now, it is up to you. Proper care of your Toyota can help ensure longterm corrosion prevention.

The most common causes of corrosion to your vehicle are:

The accumulation of road salt, dirt and moisture in hardtoreach areas under the vehicle.

Chipping of paint, or undercoating caused by minor accidents or by stones and gravel.

Care is especially important if you live in particular areas or operate your ve- hicle under certain environmental condi- tions:

Road salt or dust control chemicals will accelerate corrosion, as will the pres- ence of salt in the air near the sea coast or in areas of industrial pollution.

High humidity accelerates corrosion es- pecially when temperatures range just above the freezing point.

Wetness or dampness to certain parts of your vehicle for an extended period of time, may cause corrosion even though other parts of the vehicle may be dry.

High ambient temperatures can cause corrosion to those components of the vehicle which do not dry quickly due to lack of proper ventilation.

The above signifies the necessity to keep your vehicle, particularly the underside, as clean as possible and to repair any dam- age to paint or protective coatings as soon as possible.

To help prevent corrosion on your Toyota, follow these guidelines:

Wash your vehicle frequently. It is, of course, necessary to keep your vehicle clean by regular washing, but to prevent corrosion, the following points should be observed:

If you drive on salted roads in the winter or if you live near the ocean, you should hose off the undercarriage at least once a month to minimize cor- rosion.

High pressure water or steam is effec- tive for cleaning the vehicles underside and wheel housings. Pay particular attention to these areas as it is difficult to see all the mud and dirt. It will do more harm than good to simply wet the mud and debris without removing. The lower edge of doors, rocker panels and frame members have drain holes which should not be allowed to clog with dirt as trapped water in these areas can cause corrosion.

Wash the underside of the vehicle thor- oughly when winter is over.

See Washing and waxing your Toyota on page 185 for more tips.

Check the condition of your vehicles paint and trim. If you find any chips or scratches in the paint, touch them up im- mediately to prevent corrosion from start- ing. If the chips or scratches have gone through the bare metal, have a qualified body shop make the repair.

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Check the interior of your vehicle. Wa- ter and dirt can accumulate under the floor mats and could cause corrosion. Oc- casionally check under the mats to make sure the area is dry. Be particularly care- ful when transporting chemicals, cleans- ers, fertilizers, salt, etc.; these should be transported in proper containers. If a spill or leak should occur, immediately clean and dry the area.

Use mud shields on your wheels. If you drive on salted or gravel roads, mud shields help protect your vehicle. Fullsize shields, which come as near to the ground as possible, are the best. We recommend that the fittings and the area where the shields are installed be treated to resist corrosion. Your Toyota dealer will be happy to assist in supplying and installing the shields if they are recommended for your area.

Keep your vehicle in a well ventilated garage or a roofed place. Do not park your vehicle in a damp, poorly venti- lated garage. If you wash your vehicle in the garage, or if you drive it covered with water or snow, your garage may be so damp as to cause corrosion. Even if your garage is heated, a wet vehicle can cor- rode if the ventilation is poor.

Washing your Toyota

Keep your vehicle clean by regular washing.

The following cases may cause weakness to the paint or corrosion to the body and parts. Wash your vehicle as soon as pos- sible.

When driving in a coastal area

When driving on a road sprinkled with antifreeze

When exposed to coal tar, tree sap, bird droppings and carcass of an insect

When driving in areas where there is a lot of smoke, soot, dust, iron dust or chemical substances

When the vehicle becomes remarkably dirty with dust and mud

Handwashing your Toyota

Work in the shade and wait until the vehicle body is not hot to the touch.

CAUTION

When cleaning under floor or chassis, be careful not to injure your hands.

For washing instructions for soft top, see Soft top on page 187.

1. Rinse off loose dirt with a hose. Re- move any mud or road salt from the underside of the vehicle or in the wheel wells.

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Spray water on the side windows or top seals from above, at a 45 angle to the ground.

NOTICE

Do not spray water at side windows and top seals in a way which may cause water to enter the vehicle.

2. Wash with a mild carwash soap, mixed according to the manufacturers instructions. Use a soft cotton mitt and keep it wet by dipping it frequently into the wash water. Do not rub hardlet the soap and water remove the dirt.

Plastic wheel ornaments: The plastic wheel ornaments are damaged easily by organic substances. If any organic sub- stances splashes an ornament, be sure to wash it off with water and check if the ornament is damaged.

CAUTION

Do not attach the heavily damaged plastic wheel ornament. It may fly off the wheel and cause accidents while the vehicle is moving.

Aluminum wheels: Use only a mild soap or neutral detergent.

Plastic bumpers: Wash carefully. Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners. The bumper faces are soft.

Road tar: Remove with turpentine or cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces.

NOTICE

Do not use organic substances (gaso- line, kerosene, benzine or strong sol- vents) which may be toxic or cause damage.

3. Rinse thoroughlydried soap can cause streaking. In hot weather you may need to rinse each section right after you wash it.

4. To prevent water spots, dry the vehicle using a clean soft cotton towel. Do not rub or press hardyou might scratch the paint.

Automatic car wash

NOTICE

Do not run your Toyota through auto- matic car washes or possible damage to the soft top may result.

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Waxing your Toyota

Polishing and waxing is recommended to maintain the original beauty of your Toyotas finish.

Apply wax once a month or if the vehicle surface does not repel water well.

1. Always wash and dry the vehicle be- fore you begin waxing, even if you are using a combined cleaner and wax.

2. Use a good quality polish and wax. If the finish has become extremely weath- ered, use a carcleaning polish, fol- lowed by a separate wax. Carefully fol- low the manufacturers instructions and precautions. Be sure to polish and wax the chrome trim as well as the paint.

3. Wax the vehicle again when water does not bead but remains on the sur- face in large patches.

NOTICE

Always remove the plastic bumpers if your vehicle is repainted and placed in a high heat paint waxing booth. High temperatures could damage the bumpers.

Do not apply wax on the soft top. It may damage the soft top.

Touchup paint

Touchup paint may be used to cover small chips or scratches.

Apply the paint soon after the damage occurs or corrosion may set in. To do a good job, use a small artists brush and stir the paint well. Make sure the area is clean and dry. To apply the touchup paint so it is hardly noticeable, the trick is to apply it only to the bare spots. Apply only the smallest amount possible and do not paint the surface around the scratch or chip.

Soft top

General cleaning

Follow the procedure shown below.

1. Brush off any loose dirt and rinse off with a hose.

2. Using a sponge, wash with a mild solu- tion of soap (hand soap) in luke warm water (below 38C or 100F).

3. Rinse thoroughly to remove soap.

NOTICE

Do not use harsh or abrasive clean- ers as they may damage the top material.

Do not use waterrepellents, wax or other preservative finishes as they may stain the top material.

Additional cleaning (for more difficult stains)

Follow the procedure shown below using a mild cleaning solution composed of the following ingredient.

110 g (4 oz.) of chlorine bleach

60 g (2 oz.) of soap (hand soap)

3.8L (1.0 gal., 0.8 lmp. gal.) of luke warm water (below 38C or 100F).

1. Rinse the top, then spread the mild cleaning solution on the entire top. Do not put excessive amounts of liquid on the fabric.

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2. Scrub with a small, soft bristle hand- brush. Add water as needed until the cleaner becomes soapy. Allow solution to settle for two to five minutes. Use a cloth or sponge to remove dirt so it will not be ground into the top. Be careful not to allow any cleaner to dry on the body paint as it may cause streaks.

3. Rinse thoroughly.

If any dirt is left, repeat the procedure.

After the top has been cleaned, rinse the vehicle with clean water to remove all the cleaner.

After cleaning, always make sure the top is completely dry before you lower it. Low- ering the top while wet or damp may cause interior water damage, water stains or mildew of the top material.

Cleaning the interior

CAUTION

Do not wash the vehicle floor with water, or allow water to get onto the floor when cleaning the vehicle interi- or or exterior. Water may get into audio components or other electrical components above or under the floor carpet (or mat) and cause a malfunc- tion; and it may cause body corro- sion.

Vinyl interior

The vinyl upholstery may be easily cleaned with a mild soap or detergent and water.

First vacuum over the upholstery to re- move loose dirt. Then, using a sponge or soft cloth, apply the soap solution to the vinyl. After allowing it to soak in for a few minutes to loosen the dirt, remove the dirt and wipe off the soap with a clean damp cloth. If all the dirt do not come off, re- peat the procedure. Commercial foaming type vinyl cleaners are also available which work well. Follow the manufacturers instructions.

NOTICE

Do not use solvent, thinner, gasoline or window cleaner on the interior.

Carpets

Use a good foamtype shampoo to clean the carpets.

Begin by vacuuming thoroughly to remove as much dirt as possible. Several types of foam cleaners are available; some are in aerosol cans and others are powders or liquids which you mix with water to pro- duce a foam. To shampoo the carpets, use a sponge or brush to apply the foam. Rub in overlapping circles.

Do not apply waterthe best results are obtained by keeping the carpet as dry as possible. Read the shampoo instructions and follow them closely.

Seat belts

The seat belts may be cleaned with mild soap and water or with lukewarm water.

Use a cloth or sponge. As you are clean- ing, check the belts for excessive wear, fraying, or cuts.

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NOTICE

Do not use dye or bleach on the beltsit may weaken them.

Do not use the belts until they be- come dry.

Windows

The windows may be cleaned with any household window cleaner.

NOTICE

When cleaning the inside of the win- dow, be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires or connec- tors.

Air conditioning control panel, car au- dio, instrument panel, console panel, and switches

Use a soft damp cloth for cleaning.

Soak a clean soft cloth in water or luke- warm water then lightly wipe off any dirt.

NOTICE

Do not use organic substances (sol- vents, kerosene, alcohol, gasoline, etc.) or alkaline or acidic solutions. These chemicals can cause discol- oring, staining or peeling of the surface.

If you use cleaners or polishing agents, make sure their ingredients do not include the substances men- tioned above.

If you use a liquid car freshener, do not spill the liquid onto the ve- hicles interior surfaces. It may con- tain the ingredients mentioned above. Immediately clean any spill using the method mentioned above.

Leather Interior

The leather upholstery may be cleaned with neutral detergent for wool.

Remove dirt using a soft cloth dampened with 5% solution of neutral detergent for wool. Then thoroughly wipe off all traces of detergent with a clean damp cloth.

After cleaning or whenever any part of the leather gets wet, dry with a soft clean cloth. Allow the leather to dry in a venti- lated shaded area.

NOTICE

If a stain should fail to come out with a neutral detergent, apply a cleaner that does not contain an organic solvent.

Never use organic substances such as benzine, alcohol or gasoline, or alkaline or acid solutions for clean- ing the leather as these could cause discoloring.

Use of a nylon brush or synthetic fiber cloth, etc. may scratch the fine grained surface of the leather.

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Mildew may develop on soiled leath- er upholstery. Be especially careful to avoid oil spots. Try to keep your upholstery always clean.

Long exposure to direct sunlight may cause the leather surface to harden and shrink. Keep your ve- hicle in a shaded area, especially in the summer.

The interior of your vehicle is apt to heat up on hot summer days, so avoid placing on the upholstery items made of vinyl or plastic or containing wax as these tend to stick to leather when warm.

Improper cleaning of the leather up- holstery could result in discolor- ation or staining.

If you have any questions about the cleaning of your Toyota, your local Toyota dealer will be pleased to answer them.

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VEHICLE MAINTENANCE AND CARE Vehicle maintenance and care Maintenance requirements 192. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . General maintenance 193. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Does your vehicle need repairing? 195. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Emissions Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) programs 195. . . . . . . . .

For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide or Owners Manual Supplement.

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Maintenance requirements Your Toyota vehicle has been designed for fewer maintenance requirements with lon- ger service intervals to save both your time and money. However, each regular maintenance, as well as daytoday care, is more important than ever before to en- sure smooth, troublefree, safe, and eco- nomical drivings.

It is the owners responsibility to make sure the specified maintenance, including general maintenance service, is performed. Note that both the new vehicle and emission control system warranties specify that proper maintenance and care must be performed. See Owners Warranty Information Booklet or Owners Manual Supplement for complete warranty information.

General maintenance

General maintenance items are those day today care practices that are important to your vehicle for proper operation. It is the owners responsibility to insure that the general maintenance items are performed regularly.

These checks or inspections can be done either by yourself or a qualified technician, or if you prefer, your Toyota dealer will be pleased to do them at a nominal cost.

Scheduled maintenance

The scheduled maintenance items listed in the Scheduled Maintenance Guide or Owners Manual Supplement are those required to be serviced at regular inter- vals.

For details of your maintenance schedule, read the Scheduled Maintenance Guide or Owners Manual Supplement.

It is recommend that only genuine Toyota parts be used for maintenance or for the repair of the emission control system.

The owner may elect to use nonToyota supplied parts for replacement pur- poses without invalidating the emission control system warranty. However, use of replacement parts which are not of equivalent quality may impair the effec- tiveness of the emission control sys- tems.

You may also elect to have maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control devices and system performed by any automotive repair establishment or individual without invalidating this warranty. See Owners Warranty Information Booklet or Owners Manual Supplement for complete warranty information.

Where to go for service?

Toyota technicians are welltrained spe- cialists and are kept up to date with the latest service information through technical bulletins, service tips and indealership training programs. They learn to work on Toyotas before they work on your vehicle, rather than while they are working on it.

You can be confident that your Toyota dealers service department performs the best job to meet the maintenance require- ments on your vehiclereliably and eco- nomically.

Your copy of the repair order is proof that all required maintenance has been per- formed for warranty coverage. If any prob- lems should arise with your vehicle while under warranty, your Toyota dealer will promptly take care of it. Again, be sure to keep a copy of the repair order for any service performed on your Toyota.

What about doityourself maintenance?

Many of the maintenance items are easy to do yourself if you have a little mechani- cal ability and a few basic automotive tools. Simple instructions for how to per- form them are presented in Section 7.

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If you are a skilled doityourself mechanic, the Toyota service manuals are recommended. Please be aware that doityourself maintenance can affect your warranty coverage. See Owners Warranty Information Booklet or Owners Manual Supplement for the details.

General maintenance Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be performed as fre- quently as specified. In addition to check- ing the items listed, if you notice any unusual noise, smell or vibration, you should investigate the cause or take your vehicle to your Toyota dealer or a quali- fied service shop immediately. It is recom- mended that any problem you notice be brought to the attention of your dealer or the qualified service shop for their advice.

CAUTION

Make these checks only with ade- quate ventilation if you run the en- gine.

IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT

Items listed below should be checked from time to time, e.g. each time when refueling.

Washer fluid Make sure there is sufficient fluid in the tank. See page 227 in Section 73 for additional information.

Engine coolant level Make sure the coolant level is between the FULL and LOW lines on the see through reservoir when the engine is cold. See page 210 in Section 72 for addition- al information.

Radiator, condenser and hoses Check that the front of the radiator and condenser are clean and not blocked with leaves, dirt, or insects. See page 211 in Section 72 for additional information.

Battery electrolyte level Make sure the electrolyte level of all bat- tery cells is between upper and lower lev- el lines on the case. Add only distilled water when replenishing. See page 224 in Section 73 for additional information.

Brake fluid level Make sure the brake fluid level is correct. See page 211 in Section 72 for additional information.

Engine oil level Check the level by the dipstick with the engine turned off and the vehicle parked on a level spot. See page 208 in Section 72 for additional information.

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Power steering fluid level Check the level through the reservoir. The level should be in the HOT or COLD range depending on the fluid temperature. See page 212 in Section 72 for addition- al information.

Exhaust system If you notice any change in the sound of the exhaust or smell exhaust fumes, have the cause located and corrected immedi- ately. (See Engine exhaust cautions on page 133 in Section 2.)

INSIDE THE VEHICLE

Items listed below should be checked regularly, e.g. while performing periodic services, cleaning the vehicle, etc.

Lights Make sure the headlights, stop lights, tail lights, turn signal lights, and other lights are all working. Check headlight aim.

Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers Check that all service reminder indicators and warning buzzers function properly.

Steering wheel Be alert for changes in steering condition, such as hard steering or strange noise.

Seats Check that all seat controls such as seat adjusters, seatback recliner, etc. operate smoothly and that all latches lock securely in any position. Check that the latches lock securely.

Seat belts Check that the seat belt system such as buckles and retractors operate properly and smoothly. Make sure the belt webbing is not cut, frayed, worn or damaged.

Accelerator pedal Check the pedal for smooth operation and uneven pedal effort or catching.

Clutch pedal Check the pedal for smooth operation.

Brake pedal Check the pedal for smooth operation and that the pedal has the proper clearance. Check the brake booster function.

Brakes In a safe place, check that the brakes do not pull to one side when applied.

Parking brake Check that the lever has the proper travel and that, on a safe incline, your vehicle is held securely with only the parking brake applied.

OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE

Items listed below should be performed from time to time, unless otherwise specified.

Fluid leaks Check underneath for leaking fuel, oil, wa- ter or other fluid after the vehicle has been parked for a while. If you smell fuel fumes or notice any leak, have the cause found and corrected immediately.

Doors and trunk lid Check that both the doors operate smoothly and all latches lock securely. Make sure the trunk lid secondary latch secures the lid from opening when the primary latch is released.

Tire pressure Check the pressure with a gauge ev- ery two weeks, or at least once a month. See page 213 in Section 72 for additional information. Tire surface and wheel nuts Check the tires carefully for cuts, damage or excessive wear. See page 215 in Section 72 for additional infor- mation. When checking the tires, make sure no nuts are missing, and check the nuts for looseness. Tighten them if necessary.

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Be on the alert for changes in perfor- mance, sounds, and visual tipoffs that indicate service is needed. Some impor- tant clues are as follows:

Engine missing, stumbling, or pinging

Appreciable loss of power

Strange engine noises

A leak under the vehicle (however, wa- ter dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal.)

Change in exhaust sound (This may indicate a dangerous carbon monoxide leak. Drive with the windows open and have the exhaust system checked im- mediately.)

Flatlooking tire; excessive tire squeal when cornering; uneven tire wear

Vehicle pulls to one side when driving straight on a level road

Strange noises related to suspension movement

Loss of brake effectiveness; spongy feeling brake or clutch pedal; pedal al- most touches floor; vehicle pulls to one side when braking

Engine coolant temperature continually higher than normal

If you notice any of these clues, take your vehicle to your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. It probably needs adjustment or repair.

CAUTION

Do not continue driving with the ve- hicle unchecked. It could result in se- rious vehicle damage and possibly personal injury.

Some states have vehicle emission in- spection programs which include OBD (OnBoard Diagnostics) checks.

The OBD system monitors the operation of the emission control system. When the OBD system determines that a problem exists somewhere in the emission control system, the malfunction indicator lamp comes on. In this case, your vehicle may not pass the I/M test and need to be repaired. Contact your Toyota dealer to service the vehicle.

Even if the malfunction indicator lamp does not come on, your vehicle may not pass the I/M test as readiness codes have not been set in the OBD system.

Readiness codes are automatically set during ordinary driving. However, when the battery is disconnected or run down, the codes are erased. Also, depending on your driving habits, the codes may not be completely set.

Also, if the malfunction indicator lamp had come on recently due to temporary mal- function such as a loose fuel tank cap, your vehicle may not pass the I/M test.

Does your vehicle need repairing?

Emissions Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) programs

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The malfunction indicator lamp will go off after taking several driving trips, but the error code in the OBD system will not be cleared unless about 40 trips or more are taken.

If your vehicle does not pass the I/M test even the malfunction indicator lamp does not come on, contact your Toyota dealer to prepare the vehicle for retesting.

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DOITYOURSELF MAINTENANCE Introduction Engine compartment overview 198. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Trunk room overview 199. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fuse locations 200. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Doityourself service precautions 201. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Parts and tools 203. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Positioning the jack 204. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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1. Fuse block

2. Battery

3. Engine oil filler cap

4. Engine oil level dipstick

5. Engine coolant reservoir

Engine compartment overview

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1. Brake fluid reservoir

2. Fuse block

3. Power steering fluid reservoir

4. Radiator

5. Electric cooling fans

6. Condenser

7. Windshield washer fluid tank

Trunk room overview

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Fuse locations

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If you perform maintenance by yourself, be sure to follow the correct procedure given in this Section.

You should be aware that improper or in- complete servicing may result in operating problems.

Performing doityourself maintenance during the warranty period may affect your warranty coverage. Read the separate Toyota Warranty statement for details and suggestions.

This section gives instructions only for those items that are relatively easy for an owner to perform. As explained in Section 6, there are still a number of items that must be done by a qualified technician with special tools.

For information on tools and parts for do ityourself maintenance, see Parts and tools on page 203.

Utmost care should be taken when work- ing on your vehicle to prevent accidental injury. Here are a few precautions that you should be especially careful to ob- serve:

CAUTION

When the engine is running, keep hands, clothing, and tools away from the moving fan and engine drive belts. (Removing rings, watches, and ties is advisable.)

Right after driving, the engine compartment and trunk roomthe engine, radiator, exhaust manifold, power steering fluid reservoir and spark plug boots, etc.will be hot. So be careful not to touch them. Oil, fluids and spark plugs may also be hot.

If the engine is hot, do not remove the coolant reservoir cap or air re- lease valve or loosen the drain plugs to prevent burning yourself.

Do not leave anything that may burn easily, such as paper or rags, in the engine compartment.

Do not smoke, cause sparks or al- low open flames around fuel or the battery. Their fumes are flammable.

Do not get under your vehicle with just the body jack supporting it. Al- ways use automotive jack stands or other solid supports.

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Be sure that the ignition is off if you work near the electric cooling fans or radiator grille. With the ignition on, the electric cooling fans will automatically start to run if the engine coolant temperature is high and/or the air conditioning is on.

Use eye protection whenever you work on or under your vehicle where you may be exposed to flying or falling material, fluid spray, etc.

Be extremely cautious when work- ing on the battery. It contains poi- sonous and corrosive sulfuric acid.

Used engine oil contains potentially harmful contaminants which may cause skin disorders such as in- flammation or skin cancer, so care should be taken to avoid prolonged and repeated contact with it. To re- move used engine oil from your skin, wash thoroughly with soap and water.

Do not leave used oil within the reach of children.

Dispose of used oil and filter only in a safe and acceptable manner. Do not dispose of used oil and fil- ter in household trash, in sewers or onto the ground. Call your dealer or a service station for information concerning recycling or disposal.

Take care when filling the brake and clutch fluid reservoirs because brake fluid can harm your eyes and damage painted surfaces. If fluid gets in your eyes, flush your eyes with clean water.

When racing the engine, make sure that the gear position is in the N position. In case the accelerator is operated with the gear in any other positions, the vehicle may move, re- sulting in an unexpected accident.

NOTICE

Remember that battery and ignition cables carry high currents or volt- ages. Be careful of accidentally causing a short circuit.

Add only Toyota Super Long Life Coolant or similar high quality eth- ylene glycol based nonsilicate, nonamine, nonnitrite, and nonbo- rate coolant with longlife hybrid organic acid technology to fill the radiator. Toyota Super Long Life Coolant is a mixture of 50% cool- ant and 50% deionized water.

If you spill some of the coolant, be sure to wash it off with water to prevent it from damaging the parts or paint.

Do not allow dirt or anything else to fall through the spark plug holes.

Do not pry the outer electrode of a spark plug against the center elec- trode.

Use only spark plugs of the speci- fied type. Using other types will cause engine damage, loss of per- formance or radio noise.

Do not reuse iridiumtipped spark plugs by cleaning or regapping.

Do not drive with the air cleaner filter removed, or excessive engine wear could result. Also backfiring could cause a fire in the engine compartment.

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Be careful not to scratch the glass surface with the wiper frame.

When closing the engine hood or trunk, check to see that you have not forgotten any tools, rags, etc.

Parts and tools Here is a list of parts and tools you will need to perform doityourself mainte- nance. Remember all Toyota parts are de- signed in metric sizes, so your tools must be metric.

CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL LEVEL

Parts (if level is low):

Toyota Genuine Motor Oil or equiva- lent See page 208 in Section 72 for de- tails about engine oil selection.

Tools:

Rag or paper towel

Funnel (only for adding oil)

CHECKING THE ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL

Parts (if level is low):

Toyota Super Long Life Coolant or similar high quality ethylene glycol based nonsilicate, nonamine, nonni- trite, and nonborate coolant with long life hybrid organic acid technology.

Toyota Super Long Life Coolant is a mixture of 50% coolant and 50% deion- ized water.

Tools:

Funnel (only for adding coolant)

CHECKING BRAKE FLUID

Parts (if level is low):

SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 brake fluid

Tools:

Rag or paper towel

Funnel (only for adding fluid)

CHECKING POWER STEERING FLUID

Parts (if level is low):

Toyota P.S fluid EH or equivalent

Tools:

Rag or paper towel

Funnel (only for adding fluid)

CHECKING BATTERY CONDITION

Tools:

Warm water

Baking soda

Grease

Conventional wrench (for terminal clamp bolts)

CHECKING AND REPLACING FUSES

Parts (if replacement is necessary):

Genuine Toyota fuse or equivalent with same amperage rating as original

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ADDING WASHER FLUID

Parts:

Water

Washer fluid containing antifreeze (for winter use)

Tools:

Funnel

REPLACING LIGHT BULBS

Parts:

Bulb with same number and wattage rating as original (See charts in Replacing light bulbs on page 228 in Section 73.)

Tools:

Screwdriver

Positioning the jack

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Front of vehicle

When jacking up your vehicle with the jack, position the jack correctly as shown in the illustration.

Jack position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

FrontFront crossmember RearRear engine mounting bracket

Support position and

Pantograph jack position . . . . .

CAUTION

When jacking, be sure to observe the following to reduce the possibility of personal injury:

Follow jacking instructions.

Do not put any part of your body under the vehicle supported by a jack. Personal injury may occur.

Do not start or run the engine while your vehicle is supported by the jack.

Stop the vehicle on a level firm ground, firmly set the parking brake and put the transmission in reverse. Block the wheel diagonally opposite to the one being changed if neces- sary.

Make sure to set the jack properly in the jack point. Raising the ve- hicle with jack improperly posi- tioned will damage the vehicle or may allow the vehicle to fall off the jack and cause personal injury.

Never get under the vehicle when the vehicle is supported by the jack alone; use vehicle support stands.

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Do not raise the vehicle with some- one in the vehicle.

When raising the vehicle, do not place any objects on top of or un- derneath the jack.

NOTICE

Make sure to place the jack correctly, or your vehicle may be damaged.

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DOITYOURSELF MAINTENANCE Engine and Chassis Checking the engine oil level 208. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Checking the engine coolant level 210. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Checking the radiator and condenser 211. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Checking brake fluid 211. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Checking power steering fluid 212. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Checking tire inflation pressure 213. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Checking and replacing tires 215. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rotating tires 218. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Installing snow tires and chains 219. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Replacing wheels 220. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Aluminum wheel precautions 221. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Checking the engine oil level

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Add oil O.K. Too full

With the engine at operating tempera- ture and turned off, check the oil level on the dipstick.

1. To get a correct reading, the vehicle should be on level ground. After turning off the engine, wait a few minutes for the oil to drain back into the bottom of the engine.

2. Pull the dipstick out, hold a rag under the end and wipe it clean.

3. Reinsert the dipstickpush it in as far as it will go, or the reading will not be correct.

4. Pull the dipstick out and look at the oil level while holding a rag under the end.

CAUTION

Be careful not to touch the hot ex- haust manifold.

NOTICE

Be careful not to drop engine oil on the vehicle components.

If the oil level is below or only slightly above the low level, add engine oil of the same type as already in the engine.

Remove the oil filler cap and add engine oil in small quantities at a time, checking the dipstick. We recommend that you use a funnel when adding oil.

The approximate quantity of oil needed to raise the level between low and full on the dipstick is indicated below for reference.

When the level reaches within the correct range, install the filler cap handtight.

Oil quantity, L (qt., lmp. qt.): 1.3 (1.4, 1.1)

NOTICE

Be careful not to spill engine oil on the vehicle components.

Avoid overfilling, or the engine could be damaged.

Check the oil level on the dipstick once again after adding the oil.

ENGINE OIL SELECTION

Toyota Genuine Motor Oil is used in your Toyota vehicle. Use Toyota approved Toyota Genuine Motor Oil or equivalent to satisfy the following grade and viscos- ity.

Oil grade:

API grade SL EnergyConserving or ILSAC multigrade engine oil.

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Recommended viscosity:

SAE 5W30

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Outside temperature

SAE 5W30 is the best choice for good fuel economy, and good starting in cold weather.

If SAE 5W30 oil is not available, SAE 10W30 oil may be used. However, it should be replaced with SAE 5W30 at the next oil change.

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API service symbol

ILSAC certification mark

Oil identification marks

Either or both API registered marks are added to some oil containers to help you select the oil you should use.

The API Service Symbol is located any- where on the outside of the container.

The top portion of the label shows the oil quality by API (American Petroleum Institute) designations such as SL. The center portion of the label shows the SAE viscosity grade such as SAE 5W30. EnergyConserving shown in the lower portion, indicates that the oil has fuelsaving capabilities.

The ILSAC (International Lubricant Stan- dardization and Approval Committee) Certi- fication Mark is displayed on the front of the container.

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To ensure excellent lubrication performance for your engine, Toyota Genuine Motor Oil is available, which has been specifically tested and approved for all Toyota engines. Please contact your Toyota dealer for further details about Toyota Genuine Motor Oil.

Look at the seethrough coolant reser- voir when the engine is cold. The cool- ant level is satisfactory if it is between the FULL and LOW lines on the reservoir. If the level is low, add the coolant. (For the coolant type, see Coolant type selection described be- low.)

The coolant level in the reservoir will vary with engine temperature. However, if the level is on or below the LOW line, add coolant. Bring the level up to the FULL line.

If the coolant level drops within a short time after replenishing, there may be a leak in the system. Visually check the radiator, hoses, drain cock and water pump.

If you can find no leak, have your Toyota dealer test the cap pressure and check for leaks in the cooling system.

CAUTION

To prevent burning yourself, do not remove the coolant reservoir cap or air release valve when the engine is hot.

Coolant type selection

Use of improper coolants may damage your engine cooling system.

Only use Toyota Super Long Life Coolant or similar high quality ethylene glycol based nonsilicate, nonamine, nonnitrite, and nonborate coolant with longlife hy- brid organic acid technology. (Coolant with longlife hybrid organic acid technology is a combination of low phosphates and or- ganic acids.)

Toyota Super Long Life Coolant is a mix- ture of 50% coolant and 50% deionized water. This coolant provides protection down to about 35C (31F).

NOTICE

Do not use plain water alone.

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Toyota recommends Toyota Super Long Life Coolant, which has been tested to ensure that it will not cause corrosion nor result in malfunction of your engine coolant system with proper usage. Toyota Super Long Life Coolant is formulated with longlife hybrid organic acid technology and has been specifically designed to avoid engine cooling system malfunction on Toyota vehicles.

Please contact your Toyota dealer for further details.

If any of the above parts are extremely dirty or you are not sure of their condi- tion, take your vehicle to a Toyota dealer.

CAUTION

To prevent burning yourself, be care- ful not to touch the radiator or con- denser when the engine is hot.

NOTICE

To prevent damage to the radiator and condenser, do not perform the work by yourself.

Checking brake fluid

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To check the fluid level, simply look at the seethrough reservoir. The level should be between the MAX and MIN lines on the reservoir.

It is normal for the brake fluid level to go down slightly as the brake pads wear. So be sure to keep the reservoir filled.

If the reservoir needs frequent refilling, it may indicate a serious mechanical prob- lem.

Checking the radiator and condenser

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If the level is low, add SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 brake fluid to the brake reservoir.

Remove and replace the reservoir cap by hand. Fill the brake fluid to the dotted line. This brings the fluid to the correct level when you put the cap back on.

Use only newly opened brake fluid. Once opened, brake fluid absorbs moisture from the air, and excess moisture can cause a dangerous loss of braking.

CAUTION

Take care when filling the reservoir because brake fluid can harm your eyes and damage painted surfaces. If fluid gets in your eyes, flush your eyes with clean water immediately. If you still feel uncomfortable with your eyes, go to the doctor.

NOTICE

If you spill the fluid, be sure to wash it off with water to prevent it from damaging the parts or paint.

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Close

If hot addIf cold add

If hot O.K.

If cold O.K.

Check the fluid level through the reser- voir. If necessary, add Toyota P.S fluid EH or equivalent.

Before checking the power steering fluid, remove the cover inside the trunk. (See Replacing light bulbs on page 228 in Section 73.)

If the vehicle has been driven around 80 km/h (50 mph) for 20 minutes (a little more in frigid temperatures), the fluid is hot (60C80C or 140F175F). You may also check the level when the fluid is cold (about room temperature, 10C30C or 50F85F) if the engine has not been run for about five hours.

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Clean all dirt from the outside of the res- ervoir tank and look at the fluid level. If the fluid is cold, the level should be in the COLD range. Similarly, if it is hot, the fluid level should be in the HOT range. If the level is at the low side of either range, add Toyota P.S fluid EH or equiva- lent to bring the level within the range.

To remove the reservoir cap, turn it coun- terclockwise and lift up. To reinstall it, turn it clockwise. After replacing the reser- voir cap, visually check the steering box case, vane pump and hose connections for leaks or damage.

CAUTION

The reservoir tank may be hot so be careful not to burn yourself.

NOTICE

Avoid overfilling, or the power steer- ing could be damaged.

SB72031

Keep your tire inflation pressures at the proper level. The recommended cold tire inflation pressures, tire sizes and the com- bined weight of occupants and cargo (vehicle capacity weight) are de- scribed on page 240 and 244. They are also described on the tire and loading information label as shown. You should check the tire inflation pressures every two weeks, or at least once a month. And do not forget the spare! The following instructions for checking tire inflation pressure should be observed: The pressure should be

checked only when the tires are cold. If your vehicle has been parked for at least 3 hours and has not been driven for more than 1.5 km or 1 mile since, you will get an accurate cold tire inflation pres- sure reading.

Checking tire inflation pressure

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Always use a tire pressure gauge. The appearance of a tire can be misleading. Besides, tire inflation pressures that are even just a few pounds off can degrade ride and handling.

Do not bleed or reduce tire inflation pressure after driving. It is normal for the tire inflation pressure to be higher after driving.

Never exceed the vehicle capac- ity weight. Passenger and lug- gage weight should be located so that the vehicle is balanced.

Tire pressure gauge

INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE 1. Remove the tire valve cap. 2. Press the tip of the tire pressure

gauge to the tire valve. 3. Read the pressure using the grad-

uations of the gauge. 4. In case the tire inflation pressure

is not within the prescribed range, insert the compressed air from the valve. In case of applying too much air, press the center of the valve and release the air to adjust.

5. After completing the tire inflation pressure measurement and ad- justment, apply soapy water to the valve and check for leakage.

6. Install the tire valve cap. If a gauge and air pump are not avail- able, have your vehicle checked by your Toyota dealer.

CAUTION

Be sure to reinstall the tire valve caps. Without the valve caps, dirt or moisture could get into the valve core and cause air leakage. If the caps have been lost, have new ones put on as soon as pos- sible.

Incorrect tire inflation pressure may waste fuel, reduce the comfort of driv- ing, reduce tire life and make your ve- hicle less safe to drive. If a tire frequently needs refilling, have it checked by your Toyota deal- er.

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CAUTION

Keep your tires properly inflated. Otherwise, the following condi- tions may occur and cause an ac- cident resulting in death or seri- ous injuries. Low tire pressure (underinfla- tion) Excessive wear Uneven wear Poor handling Possibility of blowouts from an

overheated tire Poor sealing of the tire bead Wheel deformation and/or tire

separation A greater possibility of tire

damage from road hazards

High tire pressure (overinfla- tion) Poor handling Excessive wear Uneven wear A greater possibility of tire

damage from road hazards

Checking and replacing tires

Tread wear indicator

CHECKING YOUR TIRES Check the tires tread for tread wear indicators. If the indicators show, replace the tires. The loca- tion of tread wear indicators is shown by the TWI or marks, etc., molded on the sidewall of each tire.

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The tires on your Toyota have builtin tread wear indicators to help you know when the tires need replace- ment. When the tread depth wears to 1.6 mm (0.06 in.) or less, the indica- tors will appear. If you can see the indicators in two or more adjacent grooves, the tire should be replaced. The lower the tread, the higher the risk of skidding. Vehicles equipped with 185/55R15 or 215/45R16 tires: Your Toyota has been fitted with specially developed tires which provide exceptional dy- namic performance under general road conditions. However your riding comfort may worsen a little and road noise may increase during driving. You may also notice that your tires will wear more rapidly and tire grip performance will be reduced on the snowy and/or icy roads when compared to standard tires. Be sure to have snow tires or tire chains on the snowy and/or icy roads and drive carefully with the speed appropriate for road conditions.

NOTICE

Low profile tire like 185/55R15 or 215/45R16 may have greater damage than usual tires to its tire wheel when receiving im- pact from the road surface. Therefore, pay attention to the followings. Be sure to use with proper

tire pressure. If the tire pres- sure is low, the tire may have a greater damage. For detailed information about tire pressure, see page 244 in Section 8.

Avoid driving onto high, sharpedged objects and oth- er road hazards. Failure to do so can lead to severe tire damage.

The effectiveness of snow tires is lost if the tread wears down below 4 mm (0.16 in.). If you have tire damage such as cuts, splits, cracks deep enough to expose the fabric, or bulges indi- cating internal damage, the tire should be replaced. If a tire often goes flat or cannot be properly repaired due to the size or location of a cut or other damage, it should be replaced. If you are not sure, consult with your Toyota dealer. If air loss occurs while driving, do not continue driving. Driving even a short distance can damage a tire beyond repair. Any tires which are over 6 years old must be checked by a qualified technician even if damage is not obvious. Tires deteriorate with age even if they have never or seldom been used.

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This applies also to the spare tire and tires stored for future use. REPLACING YOUR TIRES When replacing a tire, use a tire of the same size and construction, and the same or greater maximum load as the originally installed tires. Also, all the tires must be the same brand and have the same tread patterns. Using any other size or type of tire may seriously affect handling, ride, speedometer/odometer calibration, ground clearance, and clearance be- tween the body and tires or snow chains.

Check that the maximum load of the replaced tire is greater than 1/2 of the Gross Axle Weight Ratings (GAWR) of either the front axle or the rear axle, whichever is greater. As for the maximum load of the tire, see the load limit at maximum cold tire inflation pressure mentioned on the sidewall of the tire, and as for the Gross Axle Weight Ratings (GAWR), see the Cer- tification Label. For details about the sidewall of the tire and the Certifica- tion Label, see pages 141 and 139.

CAUTION

Observe the following instruc- tions. Otherwise, an accident may occur resulting in death or serious injuries. Do not mix radial, bias belted,

or biasply tires on your ve- hicle, as this may cause dan- gerous handling characteris- tics resulting in loss of control.

Do not use tires other than the manufacturers recommended size, as this may cause danger- ous handling characteristics resulting in loss of control.

Do not use tires of different brands, sizes, construction or tread patterns, as this may cause dangerous handling characteristics resulting in loss of control.

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Toyota recommends all four tires, or at least both front or rear tires be replaced at a time as a set. See If you have a flat tire on page 167 in Section 4 for tire change proce- dure. When a tire is replaced, the wheel should always be balanced. An unbalanced wheel may affect ve- hicle handling and tire life. Wheels can get out of balance with regular use and should therefore be balanced occasionally. When replacing a tubeless tire, the air valve should also be replaced with a new one.

Rotating tires

SB72017 Turning direction

Turning direction indicators

SB72019

Do not rotate the tires as the tire sizes are different such as with front to rear, left to right or using the spare tire. Performing such tire rotation may result in the tires in- terfering with the body or in un- even wear of the tires, so that steerability of the vehicle is im- paired. Tires with turning direction indicator The tire is a unidirectional type and cannot be used for tire rotation. Using the tire on the opposite side to the designated side will impair the tire performance. The spare tire The tire is designed for temporary use only and cannot be used for tire rota- tion.

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WHEN TO USE SNOW TIRES OR CHAINS

Snow tires or chains are recommended when driving on snow or ice.

On wet or dry roads, conventional tires provide better traction than snow tires.

SNOW TIRE SELECTION

If you need snow tires, select tires of the same size, construction and load capacity as the originally installed tires.

Do not use tires other than those men- tioned above. Do not install studded tires without first checking local regulations for possible restrictions.

CAUTION

Observe the following instructions. Otherwise, an accident may occur re- sulting in death or serious injuries.

Do not use snow tires other than the manufacturers recommended size, as this may cause dangerous handling characteristics resulting in loss of control.

SNOW TIRE INSTALLATION

Snow tires should be installed on all wheels.

Installing snow tires on the rear wheels only can lead to an excessive difference in road grip capability between the front and rear tires which could cause loss of vehicle control.

When storing removed tires, you should store them in a cool dry place.

Mark the direction of rotation and be sure to install them in the same direction when replacing.

CAUTION

Do not drive with the snow tires incorrectly inflated.

Never drive over 120 km/h (75 mph) with any type of snow tires.

TIRE CHAIN SELECTION

Use the tire chains which are the cor- rect size for your rear tires.

For 215/45R16 tires, use genuine Toyota tire chains or equivalent for use on the MR2.

Regulations regarding the use of tire chains vary according to location or type of road, so always check local reg- ulations before installing chains.

NOTICE

If the wrong combination of tire and chain is used, the chains could dam- age the vehicle body.

MR2 genuine tire chains (Part No.0832511020)

Installing snow tires and chains

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CHAIN INSTALLATION

Install the chains on the rear tires as tightly as possible. Do not use tire chains on the front tires. Retighten chains after driving 0.51.0 km (1/41/2 mile).

When installing chains on your tires, care- fully follow the instructions of the chain manufacturer.

CAUTION

Do not exceed 50 km/h (30 mph) or the chain manufacturers recom- mended speed limit, whichever is lower.

Drive carefully avoiding bumps, holes, and sharp turns, which may cause the vehicle to bounce.

Avoid sharp turns or lockedwheel braking, as use of chains may ad- versely affect vehicle handling.

When driving with chains installed, be sure to drive carefully. Slow down before entering curves to avoid losing control of the vehicle. Otherwise an accident may occur.

NOTICE

Do not attempt to use a tire chain on the compact spare tire, as it may re- sult in damage to the vehicle as well as the tire.

Replacing wheels WHEN TO REPLACE YOUR WHEELS

If you have wheel damage such as bending, cracks or heavy corrosion, the wheel should be replaced.

If you fail to replace a damaged wheel, the tire may slip off the wheel or cause loss of handling control.

WHEEL SELECTION

When replacing wheels, care should be taken to ensure that the wheels are re- placed by ones with the same load ca- pacity, diameter, rim width, and offset.

Correct replacement wheels are available at your Toyota dealer.

A wheel of a different size or type may adversely affect handling, wheel and bear- ing life, brake cooling, speedometer/odom- eter calibration, stopping ability, headlight aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clear- ance, and tire or snow chain clearance to the body and chassis.

Replacement with used wheels is not rec- ommended as they may have been sub- jected to rough treatment or high mileage and could fail without warning. Also, bent wheels which have been straightened may have structural damage and therefore should not be used. Never use an inner tube in a leaking wheel which is designed for a tubeless tire.

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CAUTION

Observe the following instructions. Otherwise, an accident may occur re- sulting in death or serious injuries.

Do not use wheels other than the manufacturers recommended size, as this may cause dangerous handling characteristics resulting in loss of control.

Aluminum wheel precautions When installing aluminum wheels,

check that the wheel nuts are tight after driving your vehicle the first 1600km (1000 miles).

If you have repaired or changed your tires, check that the wheel nuts are still tight after driving 1600 km (1000 miles).

When using tire chains, be careful not to damage the aluminum wheels.

Use only Toyota wheel nuts and wrench designed for your aluminum wheels.

When balancing your wheels, use only Toyota balance weights or equivalent and a plastic or rubber hammer.

As with any wheel, periodically check your aluminum wheels for damage. If damaged, replace immediately.

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DOITYOURSELF MAINTENANCE Electrical components Checking battery condition 224. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Battery recharging precautions 225. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Checking and replacing fuses 226. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Adding washer fluid 227. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Replacing light bulbs 228. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION 7 3

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CAUTION

BATTERY PRECAUTIONS

The battery produces flammable and explosive hydrogen gas.

Do not cause a spark from the bat- tery with tools.

Do not smoke or light a match near the battery.

The electrolyte contains poisonous and corrosive sulfuric acid.

Avoid contact with eyes, skin or clothes.

Never ingest electrolyte.

Wear protective safety glasses when working near the battery.

Keep children away from the bat- tery.

EMERGENCY MEASURES

If electrolyte gets in your eyes, flush your eyes with clean water immediately and get immediate medical attention. If possible, con- tinue to apply water with a sponge or cloth while en route to the medi- cal office.

If electrolyte gets on your skin, thoroughly wash the contact area. If you feel pain or burning, get medi- cal attention immediately.

If electrolyte gets on your clothes, there is a possibility of its soaking through to your skin, so immediate- ly take off the exposed clothing and follow the procedure above, if nec- essary.

If you accidentally swallow electro- lyte, drink a large quantity of water or milk. Follow with milk of magne- sia, beaten raw egg or vegetable oil. Then go immediately for emer- gency help.

Checking battery exterior

SB73076

Terminals Ground cable

Holddown clamp

Check the battery for corroded or loose terminal connections, cracks, or loose holddown clamp.

a. If the battery is corroded, wash it off with a solution of warm water and bak- ing soda. Coat the outside of the termi- nals with grease to prevent further cor- rosion.

b. If the terminal connections are loose, tighten their clamp nutsbut do not overtighten.

c. Tighten the holddown clamp only enough to keep the battery firmly in place. Overtightening may damage the battery case.

Checking battery condition Precautions

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NOTICE

Be sure the engine and all accesso- ries are off before performing main- tenance.

When checking the battery, remove the ground cable from the negative terminal ( mark) first and rein- stall it last.

Be careful not to cause a short cir- cuit with tools.

Take care no solution gets into the battery when washing it.

Checking battery condition

Z73001

Type A

Type B

Green Dark Clear or light yellow

Blue White Red

CHECKING BY INDICATOR

Check the battery condition by the indi- cator color.

Indicator color Condition

Type A Type B

Green Blue Good

Dark White

Charging necessary. Have battery checked by your Toyota dealer.

Clear or light

yellow Red

Have battery checked by your Toyota dealer.

Battery recharging precautions During recharging, the battery is pro- ducing hydrogen gas.

Therefore, before recharging:

1. If recharging with the battery installed on the vehicle, be sure to disconnect the ground cable.

2. Be sure the power switch on the re- charger is off when connecting the charger cables to the battery and when disconnecting them.

CAUTION

Always charge the battery in an un- confined area. Do not charge the battery in a garage or closed room where there is not sufficient ventila- tion.

Only do a slow charge (5 A or less). Charging at a quicker rate is dangerous. The battery may explode causing personal injuries.

NOTICE

Never recharge the battery while the engine is running. Also, be sure all accessories are turned off.

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Checking and replacing fuses

SB73035

Good Blown

Type A

SB73036

Good Blown

Type B

SB73037

Good Blown

Type C

SB73066

If the headlights or other electrical components do not work, check the fuses. If any of the fuses are blown, they must be replaced.

See Fuse locations on page 200 in Sec- tion 71 for locations of the fuses.

Turn the ignition switch and inoperative component off. Pull the suspected fuse straight out and check it.

Determine which fuse may be causing the problem. The lid of the fuse box shows the name of the circuit for each fuse. See page 245 in Section 8 of this manual for the functions controlled by each circuit.

Type A fuses can be pulled out by the pullout tool. The location of the pullout tool is shown in the illustration.

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If you are not sure whether the fuse has blown, try replacing the suspected fuse with one that you know is good.

If the fuse has blown, push a new fuse into the clip.

Only install a fuse with the amperage rat- ing designated on the fuse box lid.

If you do not have a spare fuse, in an emergency you can pull out the D P/W, P P/W or CIG fuse, which may be dispensable for normal driving, and use it if its amperage rating is the same.

If you cannot use one of the same amper- age, use one that is lower, but as close to the rating as possible. If the amperage is lower than that specified, the fuse might blow out again but this does not indicate anything wrong. Be sure to get the correct fuse as soon as possible and return the substitute to its original clip.

It is a good idea to purchase a set of spare fuses and keep them in your ve- hicle for emergencies.

If the new fuse immediately blows out, there is a problem with the electrical sys- tem. Have your Toyota dealer correct it as soon as possible.

CAUTION

Never use a fuse with a higher am- perage rating, or any other object, in place of a fuse. This may cause ex- tensive damage and possibly a fire.

Adding washer fluid

SB73003

If any washer does not work, the wash- er tank may be empty. Check the wash- er fluid level on the level gauge. If the washer fluid level is below LOW, add washer fluid.

You may use plain water as washer fluid. However, in cold areas where tempera- tures range below the freezing point, use washer fluid containing antifreeze. This product is available at your Toyota dealer and most auto parts stores. Follow the manufacturers directions for how much to mix with water.

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NOTICE

Do not use engine antifreeze or any other substitute because it may dam- age your vehicles paint.

Replacing light bulbs The following illustrations show how to gain access to the bulbs. When replacing a bulb, make sure the ignition switch and light switch are off. Use bulbs with the wattage ratings given in the table.

CAUTION

To prevent burning yourself, do not replace the light bulbs while they are hot.

Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and require special handling. They can burst or shatter if scratched or dropped. Hold a bulb only by its plastic or metal case. Do not touch the glass part of a bulb with bare hands.

NOTICE

Only use a bulb of the listed type.

The inside of the lens of exterior lights such as headlights may temporarily fog up when the lens becomes wet in the rain or in a car wash. This is not a problem because the fogging is caused by the temperature difference between the outside and inside of the lens, just like the wind- shield fogs up in the rain. However, if there is large drop of water on the inside of the lens, or if there is water pooled inside the light, contact your Toyota deal- er.

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Light bulbs Bulb No.

W Type

Headlights (low beam)

55 C

Headlights (high beam)

60 B

Front fog lights 51 A

Parking lights 5 E

Front turn signal lights

21 D

Front side marker lights

3.8 E

Rear turn signal lights

21 D

Stop/tail lights 21/5 E

Stop lights 21 E

Backup lights 21 E

License plate lights 5 E

Interior light 8 F

High mounted stop light

5 E

A: HB4 halogen bulbs B: HB3 halogen bulbs C: H7 halogen bulbs D: Wedge base bulbs (amber) E: Wedge base bulbs (clear) F: Double end bulbs

BEFORE REPLACING LIGHT BULBS

Replacing headlights, parking lights and front turn signal lights.

SB73070a

1. Remove the front box cover.

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SC73006b

2. Remove the cover in the trunk.

Remove and install the cover clips as shown in the following illustrations.

SC18005

Removing clips

SC18006

Installing clips

Headlights (low beam)

SB73043a

1. Unplug the connector. Remove the rubber cover.

If the connector is tight, wiggle it.

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SB73044a

2. Release the bulb retaining spring and remove the bulb. Install a new bulb and the bulb retaining spring.

To install a bulb, align the tabs of the bulb with the cutouts of the mounting hole.

SB73075a

3. Install the rubber cover as shown and fit it securely on the boss. Plug in the connector.

Make sure the rubber cover fits securely on the connector and the headlight body.

Aiming is not necessary after replacing the bulb. When aiming adjustment is nec- essary, contact your Toyota dealer.

Headlights (high beam)

SB73077

1. Turn the bulb and remove it.

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SB73078

2. Unplug the connector while depress- ing the lock release.

If the connector is tight, wiggle it.

SB73079

3. Install a new bulb and the connector into the mounting hole.

Aiming is not necessary after replacing the bulb. When aiming adjustment is nec- essary, contact your Toyota dealer.

Front fog lights If either the left or right front fog lights burns out, contact your Toyota dealer.

NOTICE

Do not try to replace the front fog light bulbs by yourself. You may dam- age the vehicle.

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Parking lights

SD73005a

SD73006a

Front turn signal lights

SD73007a

SD73008a

Front side marker lights

SB73071a

Phillipshead screw: Use a phillipshead screwdriver.

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SB73072a

SB73073a

SB73074a SD73009

Rear turn signal, stop/tail, stop and backup lights

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SD73010a

a: Backup light b: Rear turn signal light c: Stop/tail light d: Stop light

CAUTION

Be careful when you work in the area around the engine after driving in or- der to prevent burning yourself. The engine hood, the support rod, or sur- rounding area could be hot after driv- ing.

License plate lights

SB73021

SB73022

SB73023

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High mounted stop light

SB73062

SB73052

SB73060

SB73057

SB73058

SB73059

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CAUTION

Be careful when you work in the area around the engine after driving in or- der to prevent burning yourself. The engine hood, the support rod, or sur- rounding area could be hot after driv- ing.

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SPECIFICATIONS

Specifications

Dimensions and weight 240. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Engine 240. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fuel 240. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Service specifications 241. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tires 244. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fuses 245. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION 8

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Dimensions and weight Overall length mm (in.) 3885 (153.0)

Overall width mm (in.) 1695 (66.7)

Overall height mm (in.) 1240 (48.8)

Wheelbase mm (in.) 2450 (96.5)

Front tread mm (in.) 1475 (58.1)

Rear tread mm (in.) 1460 (57.5)

Vehicle capacity weight (occupants + luggage)

kg (lb.) 193 (425) : Unladen vehicle

Engine Model:

1ZZFE

Type: 4 cylinder in line, 4 cycle, gasoline

Bore and stroke, mm (in.): 79.0 91.5 (3.11 3.60)

Displacement, cm3 (cu. in.): 1794 (109.5)

Fuel Fuel type:

Unleaded gasoline, Octane Rating 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher

Fuel tank capacity, L (gal., Imp. gal.): 48 (12.7, 10.6)

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Service specifications ENGINE

Valve clearance (engine cold), mm (in.): Intake 0.150.25 (0.0060.010) Exhaust 0.250.35 (0.0100.014)

Spark plug type: DENSO SK16R11 NGK IFR5A11

Spark plug gap, mm (in.): 1.1 (0.043)

ENGINE LUBRICATION

Oil capacity (drain and refill), L (qt., Imp. qt.):

With filter 3.7 (3.9, 3.3) Without filter 3.5 (3.7, 3.1)

Toyota Genuine Motor Oil is used in your Toyota vehicle. Use Toyota approved Toyota Genuine Motor Oil or equivalent to satisfy the following grade and viscos- ity.

Oil grade: API grade SL EnergyConserving or ILSAC multigrade engine oil.

Recommended oil viscosity:

SAE 5W30

OIL008

Outside temperature

Please contact your Toyota dealer for fur- ther details.

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COOLING SYSTEM

Total capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.): 10.4 (11.0, 9.2)

Coolant type:

Toyota Super Long Life Coolant is used in your Toyota vehicle at factory fill. In order to avoid technical problems, only use Toyota Super Long Life Coolant or similar high quality ethylene glycol based nonsilicate, nonamine, nonnitrite, and nonborate coolant with longlife hybrid organic acid technology. (Coolant with longlife hybrid organic acid technology is a combination of low phosphates and organic acids.)

Do not use plain water alone.

Please contact your Toyota dealer for further details.

BATTERY

Open voltage at 20C (68F): 12.612.8 V Fully charged 12.212.4 V Half charged 11.812.0 V Discharged

: Voltage that is checked 20 minutes af- ter the key is removed with all the lights turned off

Charging rates: 5 A max.

CLUTCH (manual transmission only)

Pedal free play, mm (in.): 515 (0.20.6)

Fluid type: SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3

MANUAL TRANSAXLE

Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.):

Vehicle with limitedslip differential 1.8 (1.9, 1.6)

Vehicle without limitedslip differential 1.9 (2.0, 1.7)

Oil type: Gear oil API GL4 or GL5

Recommended oil viscosity: SAE 75W90

SEQUENTIAL MANUAL TRANSAXLE

Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.):

Vehicle with limitedslip differential 2.1 (2.2, 1.8)

Vehicle without limitedslip differential 2.3 (2.4, 2.0)

Oil type: Gear oil API GL4 or GL5

Recommended oil viscosity: SAE 75W90

SEQUENTIAL MANUAL TRANSMISSION SYSTEM

Fluid type: Sequential M/T Fluid or equivalent

NOTICE: Using Fluid other than Toyota Genuine Sequential M/T Fluid may cause deterioration in shift performance and durability, and ultimately damage the sequential manual transmission of your vehicle.

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BRAKES

Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with the force of 490 N (50 kgf, 110 lbf) with the engine running, mm (in.):

85 (3.4)

Pedal free play, mm (in.): 16 (0.040.24)

Pad wear limit, mm (in.): 1.0 (0.04)

Parking brake adjustment when pulled with the force of 196 N (20 kgf, 44 lbf):

58 clicks

Fluid type: SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3

STEERING

Wheel free play: Less than 30 mm (1.2 in.)

Power steering fluid type: Toyota P.S fluid EH or equivalent

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Tires Tire size and cold tire inflation pressure: Except spare tire

Tire size Tire inflation pressure kPa (kgf/cm2 or bar, psi) Wheel size

Front 185/55R15 81V 180 (1.8, 26) 15 6JJ

Rear 215/45R16 86W 220 (2.2, 32) 16 7JJ

Spare tire

Tire size Tire inflation pressure kPa (kgf/cm2 or bar, psi) Wheel size

185/55R15 81V 180 (1.8, 26) 15 6JJ

Wheel nut torque, Nm (kgfm, ftIbf): 103 (10.5, 76)

NOTE: For a complete information on tires (e.g. replacing tires or replacing wheels), see Checking tire inflation pres- sure through Aluminum wheel precautions, page 213 through 221 in Section 72.

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Fuses

SB73067

Trunk room

Fuses (type A)

1. 30 A: Spare fuse

2. 15 A: Spare fuse

3. 20 A: Spare fuse

4. RDI FAN 30 A: Electric cooling fans

5. ABS1 30 A: Antilock brake system

6. CDS FAN 30 A: Electric cooling fans

7. HEAD LH UPR 10 A: Lefthand head- light (high beam)

8. HEAD RH UPR 10 A: Righthand headlight (high beam)

9. WASHER 10 A: Windshield wiper and washer

SB73025a

Trunk room

10. HTR 10 A: Air conditioning system

11. WIPER 20 A: Windshield wiper and washer

12. ECUIG 7.5 A: Power Steering system, antilock brake system

13. FANIG 7.5 A: Electric cooling fans

14. TURN 7.5 A: Turn signal lights, emer- gency flashers

15. GAUGE 7.5 A: Power window system, gauges and meters, backup lights, charging system, rear window defogger system

16. SRS 7.5 A: SRS airbag system

SB73026b

Instrument panel

17. DEF 25 A: Rear window defogger sys- tem

18. OBD 7.5 A: Onboard diagnosis sys- tem

19. AM1 7.5 A: GAUGE ACC TURN ECUIG WIPER WASHER SRS HTR 10A FANIG fuses

20. ACC 25 A: RADIO2 CIG fuses

21. DOOR 15 A: Power door lock system

22. FR FOG 15A: Front fog light

23. STOP 15 A: Stop lights, high mounted stop light, sequential manual transmis- sion system

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SB73068a

Engine compartment

24. TAIL1 20 A: TAIL2 PANEL fuses

25. D P/W 20 A: Power window system

26. P P/W 20 A: Power window system

27. RADIO1 15 A: Power antenna, radio

28. DOME 10 A: Clock

29. ECUB 10 A: Daytime running light system, gauges and meters

30. TAIL2 10 A: Taillights, parking lights, license plate lights, gauges and meters

31. PANEL 7.5 A: Clock, illuminations

32. RADIO2 7.5 A: Gauges and meters, outside rear view mirror system, clock

33. CIG 15 A: Cigarette lighter

34. I/UP 7.5 A: Engine idle up system

35. ALTS 7.5 A: Charging system

36. ECUB1 25 A: ECUB DOME fuses

37. SMTB 10A: Sequential manual trans- mission system

38. HORN 10 A: Horn

39. HAZ 15 A: Turn signal lights, emergen- cy flashers

40. AM2 15 A: Starter system, multiport fuel injection system/sequential multi- port fuel injection system, SRS airbag system

41. IG2 15 A: Ignition system, multiport fuel injection system/sequential multi- port fuel injection system

42. EFI1 15 A: Multiport fuel injection sys- tem/sequential multiport fuel injection system, engine immobilizer system

43. ETCS 15A: Multiport fuel injection sys- tem/sequential multiport fuel injection system

44. HPU 30A: Sequential manual transmis- sion system

45. HEAD RH LWR 10A: Righthand head- light (low beam)

46. HEAD LH LWR 10A: Lefthand head- light (low beam)

47. EFI2 7.5 A: Multiport fuel injection sys- tem/sequential multiport fuel injection system

48. ST 7.5 A: Starter system

49. SMTIG 10A: Sequential manual trans- mission system

50. DRL NO.1 7.5 A: Daytime running light system

Fuses (type B)

51. ABS2 50 A: Antilock brake system

52. EHPS 50 A: Power steering system

53. MAIN 40 A: Starter system, DRL NO.1 HEAD LH LWR HEAD RH LWR fuses

54. HTR 40 A: Air conditioning system

Fuses (type C)

55. ALT 100 A: AM1 D P/W P P/W DOOR STOP EHPS DEF TAIL1 OBD HTR 40A fuses

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REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS FOR U.S. OWNERS Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners 248. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION 9

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If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately in- form the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. (Tollfree: 18003314331).

If NHTSA receives similar com- plaints, it may open an investiga- tion, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of ve- hicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.

To contact NHTSA, you may ei- ther call the Auto Safety Hotline tollfree at 18004249393 (or 3660123 in Washington, D.C. area) or write to: NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation, Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hot- line.

Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners

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Publication No. OM17518U Part No. 01999-17518 Printed in Japan 01040200

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U7 Quick index

If a service reminder indicator or warning buzzer comes on 77. . . .

If your vehicle will not start 162. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

If your engine stalls while driving 166. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

If your vehicle overheats 166. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

If you have a flat tire 167. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

If your vehicle needs to be towed 177. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tips for driving during breakin period 130. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

How to start the engine 154. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

General maintenance 193. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Complete index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Gas station information

Fuel type:

UNLEADED gasoline, Octane Rating 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher

See page 130 for detailed information.

Fuel tank capacity: 48 L (12.7 gal., 10.6 lmp. gal.)

Engine oil: API grade SL EnergyConserving or ILSAC multigrade engine oil is recommended.

See page 208 for detailed information.

Tire information: See pages 213 through 221.

Tire inflation pressure: See page 244.

2004 MR2 from Feb. 04 Prod. (OM17518U)

WE REALLY CARE ABOUT YOU PLEASE BUCKLE UP

Toyota has made a special effort to encourage use of seat belts.

Toyota belts are:

Comfortable

Easy to use

Convenient

We encourage you to use your belts every time you drive.

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You should know as much about the quality and

importance of proper maintenance of your new

vehicle as the people who built it.

The Toyota authorized Repair Manual

tells you how to maintain your vehicle and

enables you to correctly perform your own

maintenance.

The best way to keep your new vehicle in top running order is to maintain it properly from the moment you drive it off the showroom floor.

The Toyota authorized Repair Manual is packed with literally everything you need to know to perform your own maintenance in virtually every area of your new vehicle.

2004 MR2 from Feb. 04 Prod. (OM17518U)

Where to obtain the

Repair Manual

The repair manual for MR2, written in English,

may be purchased as applicable from any Toyota

dealer.

Pub. Name: 2004 MR2 Repair Manual Pub. No.: RM1074U1

RM1074U2

Maintenance procedures for the engine,

chassis, body, electrical system, and more,

are clearly explained and illustrated.

Periodic maintenance and tuneup

Periodic maintenance and tuneup helps to pre- vent small problems from growing into larger ones lat- er on. The repair manual outlines exactly what main- tenance is required and clearly explains how to do the work yourself stepbystep.

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