Toyota 2000 Corolla Owners Manual

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2000 Corolla(U)

Foreword

Welcome to the growing group of value- conscious people who drive Toyotas. We

are proud of the advanced engineering and quality construction of each vehicle we

build.

This Owner’s Manual explains the features of your new Toyota. Please read it and

follow the instructions carefully so that you can enjoy many years of safe motoring.

When it comes to service, remember that your Toyota dealer knows your vehicle

best and is interested in your complete satisfaction. He will provide quality mainte-

nance and any other assistance you may require.

Please leave this Owner’s 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 Toyota’s policy of continual product improve-

ment, 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.

1999 TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION

part, without the written permission of Toyota Motor Corporation.

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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 “Owner’s

Warranty Information Booklet” or “Owner’s Manual

Supplement”.

Your responsibility for maintenance

It is the owner’s 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 separate

“Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Sup-

plement”.

Accessories, spare parts and

modification of your Toyota

A wide variety of non- genuine 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 non- genuine

Toyota products. Modification with non- genuine 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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Spark ignition system of

your Toyota

The spark ignition system in your Toyota meets all re-

quirements of the Canadian Interference- Causing Equip-

ment Standard.

Installation of a mobile

two- way radio system

As the installation of a mobile two- way radio system in

your vehicle could affect electronic systems such as

multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel

injection system, cruise control system, anti- lock 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.

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, it 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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INFORMATION BEFORE DRIVING YOUR

TOYOTA

Break- in period 144. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fuel 144. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fuel pump shut off system 146. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Operation in foreign countries 146. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Three- way catalytic converter 146. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Engine exhaust cautions 147. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Facts about engine oil consumptio 148. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Iridium- tipped spark plugs 149. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Brake system 149. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Brake pad wear limit indicators 152. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Luggage stowage precautions 153. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Your Toyota’s identification 153. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Theft prevention labels 154. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Suspension and chassis 155. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Types of tires 155. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION

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Break- in period

Drive gently and avoid high speeds.

Your vehicle does not need an elaborate

break- in. 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:

Do not drive over 88 km/h (55 mph).

Run the engine at moderate speed be-

tween 2000 and 4000 rpm.

Avoid full- throttle starts.

Try to avoid hard stops during the first

300 km (200 miles).

Do not drive slowly with the manual

transmission in a high gear.

Do not drive for a long time at any

single speed, either fast or slow.

Do not tow a trailer during the first 800

km (500 miles).

Fuel

FUEL TYPE

Your new vehicle must use only un-

leaded gasoline.

To help prevent gas station mix- ups, your

Toyota has a new smaller fuel tank open-

ing. The special nozzle on pumps with

unleaded fuel will fit it, but the larger

standard 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. and CGSB 3.5- M93

in Canada.

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 NUMBER

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, now and then, you may notice

light knocking for a short time while accel-

erating or driving up hills. This is no need

of concern.

GASOLINES CONTAINING DETERGENT

ADDITIVES

Toyota recommends use of gasolines

that contain detergent additives to

avoid build- up of engine deposits.

For further details, ask your Toyota dealer

or a local gasoline retailer.

IMPROVED GASOLINES

The American Automobile Manufacturers

Association (AAMA) has developed a

specification of improved gasolines. The

AAMA specification offers optimal fuel

information for better vehicle perfor-

mance and better protection of your en-

gine.

Toyota recommends the use of gasolines

that meet the AAMA specification, if avail-

able, for improved driveability and emis-

sion control system.

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GASOLINES CONTAINING MTBE

Gasolines that contain MTBE (Methyl

Tertiary- Butyl Ether) are available in the

market. If you use a gasoline mixed

with MTBE, make certain that it does

not contain more than 15% of MTBE.

GASOLINES CONTAINING MMT

Some gasolines contain an octane- en-

hancing additive called MMT (methylcy-

clopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl).

Toyota does not recommend the use of

gasolines that contain MMT. If fuels con-

taining MMT are used, your emission con-

trol system may be adversely affected.

The Malfunction Indicator Lamp on the in-

strument cluster may come on. If this hap-

pens, contact your Toyota dealer for ser-

vice.

GASOLINES CONTAINING ALCOHOL

If you use gasohol in your Toyota, be

sure that it is unleaded, has an octane

rating no lower than 87 and does not

contain more than 10% ethanol.

Gasohol is a mixture of gasoline and etha-

nol.

Toyota do not recommend the use of gas-

olines containing methanol. If you use

gasoline containing methanol, use only

gasoline meeting the requirements above

and also containing less than 5% metha-

nol with cosolvents and corrosion inhibi-

tors for methanol.

GASOLINES 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 that 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

50 L (13.2 gal., 11.0 lmp. 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).

Three- way catalytic converter

The three- way catalytic converter is an

emission control device installed in the

exhaust system.

The 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 three- way 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 push- start or pull- start 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 three- way catalytic

converter temperature.



If the engine becomes difficult to

start or stalls frequently, take your

vehicle in for a check- up as soon

as possible. Remember, your Toyota

dealer knows your vehicle and its

three- way catalytic converter sys-

tem best.



To ensure that the three- way 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 separate “Scheduled

Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s

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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Keep the trunk lid closed while

driving. An open or unsealed trunk

lid may cause exhaust gases to be

drawn into the vehicle.

To allow proper operation of your

vehicle’s 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 and the trunk lid closed. 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 high- speed 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.

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.

Facts about engine oil

consumption

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The diluting ingredients evaporate out

when the vehicle is then driven at high

speeds, as on an express way, making it

appear that oil is excessively consumed

after driving at high speeds.

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” in Sec-

tion 7- 2.

Iridium- tipped spark plugs

Your engine is fitted with iridium- tipped

spark plugs.

NOTICE

Use only iridium- tipped 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

sub- systems. If either sub- system should

fail, the other will still work. However, the

pedal will be harder to press, and your

stopping distance will be longer. 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

power- assist 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

be longer.

ANTI- LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (with

“ABS” warning light)

The anti- lock brake system is designed

to help prevent lock- up of the wheels

during a sudden braking or braking on

slippery road surfaces. This assists in

providing stability and steering perfor-

mance of the vehicle under these cir-

cumstances.

Effective way to press the ABS brake

pedal:

When the anti- lock brake system func-

tion is in action, just hold the brake

pedal down more firmly. Especially, in a

panic stop, you need to keep it de-

pressed more firmly, and do not pump

the brake. Pumping the brake pedal

makes the stopping distance longer.

The anti- lock 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 the manhole

cover, the steel plate under the construc-

tion, joints in the bridge, etc. on a rainy

day tends to activate the anti- lock brake

system.

You may hear a click or motor sound in

the engine compartment for a few seconds

when the engine is started or just after

the vehicle is started. This means that the

anti- lock brake system is in the self

check mode, and does not indicate a mal-

function.

When the anti- lock brake system is ac-

tivated, the following conditions may

occur, however, do not indicate a mal-

function of the system:

You may hear the anti- lock 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

engine compartment even after the ve-

hicle is stopped.

At the end of the anti- lock brake sys-

tem activation, the brake pedal may

move a little to the forward.

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CAUTION

Do not overestimate the anti- lock

brake system: Although the anti- lock

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.

If tires grip performance exceeds its

capability, or if hydroplaning occurs

during high speed driving in the rain,

the anti- lock brake system does not

provide vehicle control.

Anti- lock brake system is not de-

signed to shorten the stopping dis-

tance: Always drive at the moderate

speed and maintain a safe distance

from the vehicle in front of you.

Compared with vehicles not fitted

with an anti- lock brake system, your

vehicle may require a longer stopping

distance 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

designated pressure: The anti- lock

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.

Type A

Type B

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“ABS” warning light

The light comes on with the ignition key

is turned to the “ON” position. If the anti-

lock brake system works properly, the

light goes out after a few seconds. There-

after, if the system malfunctions, the light

comes on.

When the “ABS” warning light is on (and

the brake system warning light is off), the

anti- lock 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

anti- lock brake system does not operate

so that the wheels could lock up during

a sudden braking or braking on slippery

road surfaces.

If the following conditions occur, 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 with the

ignition key turned to “ON”, or remains

on.

The light comes on while driving.

If the light lit during driving goes out and

does not come on again, it is a normal

operation.

Brake pad wear limit indicators

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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Luggage stowage precautions

When stowing luggage or cargo in the

vehicle, observe the following:

Put luggage or cargo in the trunk when

at all possible. Be sure all items are

secured in place.

Be careful to keep the vehicle bal-

anced. Locating the weight as far for-

ward as possible helps maintain bal-

ance.

For better fuel economy, do not carry

unneeded weight.

CAUTION

To prevent luggage or packages

from sliding forward during braking,

do not stack anything in the en-

larged trunk. Keep luggage or pack-

ages low, as close to the floor as

possible.

Never allow anyone to ride in the

enlarged trunk. It is not designed

for passengers. They should ride in

their seats with their seat belts

properly fastened. Otherwise, they

are much more likely to suffer seri-

ous bodily injury, in the event of

sudden braking or a collision.

Do not place anything on the pack-

age tray behind the rear seatback.

Such items may be thrown about

and possibly injure people in the

vehicle during sudden braking or an

accident.

Do not drive with objects left on

top of the instrument panel. They

may interfere with the driver’s field

of view. Or they may move during

sharp vehicle acceleration or turn-

ing, and impair the driver’s control

of the vehicle. In an accident they

may injure the vehicle occupants.

NOTICE

Do not load the vehicle beyond the

vehicle capacity weight specified in

Section 8.

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.

Your Toyota’s identification—

—Vehicle identification

number

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The vehicle identification number (VIN) is

also on the Certification Label.

—Engine number

The engine number is stamped on the

engine block as shown.

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.

Theft prevention labels

(except for Canada)

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Suspension and chassis

CAUTION

Do not modify the suspension/chassis

with lift kits, spacers, springs, etc. It

can cause dangerous vehicle handling

characteristics, resulting in loss of

control.

Types of tires

Determine what kind of tires your ve-

hicle is originally equipped with.

1. Summer tires

Summer tires are high- speed capability

tires best suited to highway driving under

dry conditions.

Since summer tires do not have the same

traction performance as snow tires, sum-

mer tires are inadequate for driving on

snow- covered or icy roads. For driving on

snow- covered or icy roads, we recom-

mend using snow tires. If installing snow

tires, be sure to replace all four tires.

2. All season tires

All season tires are designed to provide

better traction in snow and to be adequate

for driving in most winter conditions, as

well as for use all year round.

All season tires, however, do not have

adequate traction performance compared

with snow tires in heavy or loose snow.

Also, all season tires fall short in accel-

eration and handling performance

compared with summer tires in highway

driving.

CAUTION

Do not mix summer and all season

tires on your vehicle as this can

cause dangerous handling charac-

teristics, resulting in loss of con-

trol.

Do not use tires other than the

manufacturer’s designated tires, and

do not mix tires or wheels of the

sizes different from the originally

equipped tires and wheels.

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Important information about this manual

Safety and vehicle damage warnings

In this manual, you will see CAUTION and NOTICE warn-

ings. These are used in the following ways:

CAUTION

This is a warning against something which may cause

injury to people if the warning is ignored. You are

informed what you must or must not do in order to

avoid or reduce the risk to yourself and other people.

NOTICE

This is a warning against something which may cause

damage to the vehicle or its equipment if the warning

is ignored. You are informed 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

In this manual, you will also see a circle

with a slash through it. This means “Do

not”, “Do not do this”, or “Do not let this

happen”.

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STARTING AND DRIVING

Before starting the engine 158. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

How to start the engine 158. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tips for driving in various condition 159. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Winter driving tips 160. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Trailer towing 161. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

How to save fuel and make your vehicle last longer, to 166. . . . . . . . . .

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Before starting the engine

1. Check the area around the vehicle be-

fore entering it.

2. Adjust seat position, seatback angle,

head restraint height and steering

wheel angle.

3. Adjust the inside and outside rear view

mirrors.

4. Lock all doors.

5. Fasten seat belts.

1. Apply the parking brake firmly.

2. Turn off unnecessary lights and acces-

sories.

3. 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.

Automatic transmission: Put the se-

lector lever in “P”. If you need to re-

start the engine while the vehicle is

moving, put the selector lever in “N”.

A starter safety device will prevent the

starter from operating if the selector

lever is in any drive position.

4. Automatic transmission only: De-

press the brake pedal and hold it to

the floor until driving off.

(b) Starting the engine

Before starting the engine, be sure to fol-

low the instructions in “(a) Before crank-

ing”.

Normal starting procedure

The multiport fuel injection system/sequen-

tial multiport fuel injection system in your

engine automatically controls the proper

air- fuel mixture for starting. You can start

a cold or hot engine as follows:

1. With your foot off the accelerator ped-

al, crank the engine by turning the key

to “START”. Release it when the en-

gine starts.

2. After the engine runs for about 10 se-

conds, you are ready to drive.

If the weather is below freezing, let the

engine warm up for a few minutes before

driving.

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” in Sec-

tion 4.

How to start the engine—

(a) Before cranking

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NOTICE



Do not crank for more than 30 se-

conds 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, sharp- edged objects and

other road hazards. Failure to do so

can lead to severe tire damage result-

ing in tire bursts.

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 “P” (automatic) or in first or

reverse (manual). 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 high- speed 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 high- speed 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

longer stopping distance, and it

may pull to one side when the

brakes are applied. Also, the park-

ing brake will not hold the vehicle

securely.

Winter driving tips

Make sure you have a proper freeze

protection of engine coolant.

Your coolant must contain ethylene- glycol

type coolant for a proper corrosion

protection of aluminum components. Use

“TOYOTA Long Life Coolant” or equivalent.

See Section 7- 2 for details about coolant

type selection.

NOTICE

Do not use alcohol type antifreeze or

plain water alone.

When it is extremely cold, we recommend

to use 60% solution for your Toyota, to

provide protection down to about -50C

(- 58F). Do not use more than 70% solu-

tion for better coolant performance.

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 7- 3 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 Section 7- 2 for recommended viscos-

ity. Leaving a heavy summer oil in your

vehicle during winter months may cause

harder starting. If you are not sure about

which oil to use, call your Toyota deal-

er—he will be pleased to help.

Keep the door locks from freezing.

Squirt lock de- icer or glycerine into the

locks to keep them from freezing. To open

a frozen lock, try heating the key before

inserting it.

Use a washer fluid containing an anti-

freeze solution.

This product is available at your Toyota

dealer and most auto parts stores. Follow

the manufacturer’s directions for how

much to mix with water.

NOTICE

Do not use engine antifreeze or any

other substitute because it may dam-

age your vehicle’s paint.

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Do not use your parking brake when

there is a possibility it could freeze.

When parking, put the transmission into

“P” (automatic) or into first or reverse

(manual) and block the rear 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.

Trailer towing

Your vehicle is designed primarily as a

passenger- carrying vehicle. Towing a

trailer will have an adverse effect on

handling, performance, braking, durability

and driving economy (fuel consumption,

etc.). Your safety and satisfaction depend

on the proper use of correct equipment

and cautious driving habits. For your

safety and the safety of others, you must

not overload your vehicle or trailer. Toyota

warranties do not apply to damage or

malfunction caused by towing a trailer for

commercial purposes. Ask your local

Toyota dealer for further details before

towing.

WEIGHT LIMITS

Before towing, make sure the total trail-

er weight, gross vehicle weight, gross

axle weight and trailer tongue load are

all within the limits.

The total trailer weight and tongue load

can be measured with platform scales

found at a highway weighing station, build-

ing supply company, trucking company,

junk yard, etc.

CAUTION

The total trailer weight (trailer

weight plus its cargo load) must

not exceed 680 kg (1500 lb.). Ex-

ceeding this weight is dangerous.

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Trailer hitch assemblies have differ-

ent weight capacities established by

the hitch manufacturer. Even though

the vehicle may be physically capa-

ble of towing a higher weight, the

operator must determine the maxi-

mum weight rating of the particular

hitch assembly and never exceed

the maximum weight rating speci-

fied for the trailer- hitch. Exceeding

the maximum weight rating set by

the trailer hitch manufacturer can

cause an accident resulting in seri-

ous personal injuries.

The gross vehicle weight must not

exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight

Rating (GVWR) indicated on the

Certification Label. The gross ve-

hicle weight is the sum of weights

of the unloaded vehicle, driver, pas-

sengers, luggage, hitch and trailer

tongue load. It also includes the

weight of any special equipment

installed on your vehicle.

The load on either the front or rear

axle resulting from distribution of

the gross vehicle weight on both

axles must not exceed the Gross

Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) listed

on the Certification Label.

Tongue load

Total trailer weight

100 = 9 to 11%

Total trailer weight Tongue load

The trailer cargo load should be

distributed so that the tongue load

is 9 to 11% of the total trailer

weight, not exceeding the maximum

of 68 kg (150 lb.). Never load the

trailer with more weight in the back

than in the front. About 60% of the

trailer load should be in the front

half of the trailer and the remaining

40% in the rear.

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HITCHES

Use only a hitch which is recom-

mended by the hitch manufacturer and

conforms to the total trailer weight re-

quirement.

Follow the directions supplied by the

hitch manufacturer. Lubricate the hitch

ball with a light coat of grease.

Toyota recommends removing the trail-

er hitch whenever you are not towing

a trailer to reduce the possibility of

additional damage caused by the hitch

if your vehicle is struck from behind.

NOTICE

Do not use axle- mounted hitches as

they can cause damage to the axle

housing, wheel bearings, wheels or

tires. Also, never install a hitch which

may interfere with the normal function

of an Energy Absorbing Bumper, if so

equipped.

BRAKES AND SAFETY CHAINS

Toyota recommends trailers with

brakes that conform to any applica-

ble federal and state/provincial regu-

lations.

A safety chain must always be used

between the towing vehicle and the

trailer. Leave sufficient slack in the

chain for turns. The chain should

cross under the trailer tongue to

prevent the tongue from dropping to

the ground in case it becomes dam-

aged or separated. For correct safety

chain procedures, follow the hitch or

trailer manufacturer’s recommenda-

tions.

CAUTION

If the total trailer weight exceeds

453 kg (1000 lb.), trailer brakes are

required.

Never tap into your vehicle’s hy-

draulic system as it would lower its

braking effectiveness.

Never tow a trailer without using a

safety chain securely attached to

both the trailer and the vehicle. If

damage occurs to the coupling unit

or hitch ball, there is danger of the

trailer wandering over into another

lane.

TIRES

Ensure that your vehicle’s tires are

properly inflated. See Section 7- 2 for

instructions.

The trailer tires should be inflated to

the pressure recommended by the trail-

er manufacturer in respect to the total

trailer weight.

TRAILER LIGHTS

Trailer lights must comply with federal,

state/provincial and local regulations.

See your local recreational vehicle

dealer or rental agency for the correct

type of wiring and relays for your trail-

er. Check for correct operation of the

turn signals and stop lights each time

you hitch up. Direct splicing may dam-

age your vehicle’s electrical system

and cause a malfunction of your lights.

BREAK- IN SCHEDULE

Toyota recommends that you do not

tow a trailer with a new vehicle or a

vehicle with any new power train com-

ponent (engine, transmission, differen-

tial, wheel bearing, etc.) for the first

800 km (500 miles) of driving.

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MAINTENANCE

If you tow a trailer, your vehicle will

require more frequent maintenance due

to the additional load. For this informa-

tion, please refer to the scheduled

maintenance information in the “Sched-

uled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s

Manual Supplement”.

Retighten all fixing bolts of the towing

ball and bracket after approximately

1000 km (600 miles) of trailer driving.

PRE- TOWING SAFETY CHECK

Check that your vehicle remains level

when a loaded or unloaded trailer is

hitched. Do not drive if the vehicle has

an abnormal nose- up or nose- down

condition, and check for improper

tongue load, overload,worn suspension

or other possible causes.

Make sure the trailer cargo is securely

loaded so that it can not shift.

Check that your rear view mirrors con-

form to any applicable federal, state/

provincial or local regulation. If not,

install the rear view mirrors required

for towing purpose.

TRAILER TOWING TIPS

When towing a trailer, your vehicle will

handle differently than when not tow-

ing. The three main causes of vehicle-

trailer accidents are driver error, exces-

sive speed and improper trailer loading.

Keep these in mind when towing:

Before starting out, check operation of

the lights and all vehicle- trailer connec-

tions. After driving a short distance,

stop and recheck the lights and con-

nections. Before actually towing a trail-

er, practice turning, stopping and back-

ing with a trailer in an area away from

traffic until you learn the feel.

Backing with a trailer is difficult and

requires practice. Grip the bottom of

the steering wheel and move your hand

to the left to move the trailer to the

left. Move your hand to the right to

move the trailer to the right. (This pro-

cedure is generally opposite to that

when backing without a trailer). Also,

just turn the steering wheel a little at

a time, avoiding sharp or prolonged

turning. Have someone guide you when

backing to reduce the risk of an acci-

dent.

Because stopping distance may be in-

creased, vehicle- to- vehicle distance

should be increased when towing a

trailer. For each 16 km/h (10 mph) of

speed, allow at least one vehicle and

trailer length between you and the ve-

hicle ahead. Avoid sudden braking as

you may skid, resulting in jackknifing

and loss of control. This is especially

true on wet or slippery surfaces.

Avoid jerky starts or sudden accelera-

tion. If your vehicle has a manual

transmission, prevent excessive clutch

slippage by keeping engine rpm low

and not racing the engine. Always start

out in first gear.

Avoid jerky steering and sharp turns.

The trailer could hit your vehicle in a

tight turn. Slow down before making a

turn to avoid the necessity of sudden

braking.

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Remember that when making a turn,

the trailer wheels will be closer than

the vehicle wheels to the inside of the

turn. Therefore, compensate for this by

making a larger than normal turning

radius with your vehicle.

Crosswinds and rough roads will ad-

versely affect handling of your vehicle

and trailer, causing sway. Pay attention

to the rear from time to time to pre-

pare yourself for being passed by large

trucks or buses, which may cause your

vehicle and trailer to sway. If swaying

happens, firmly grip the steering wheel

and reduce speed immediately but

gradually. Never increase speed. Steer

straight ahead. If you make no extreme

correction with the steering or brakes,

the vehicle and trailer will stabilize.

Be careful when passing other ve-

hicles. Passing requires considerable

distance. After passing a vehicle, do

not forget the length of your trailer and

be sure you have plenty of room be-

fore changing lanes.

In order to maintain engine braking effi-

ciency do not use fifth gear (manual

transmission) or overdrive (automatic

transmission).

Because of the added load of the trail-

er, your vehicle’s engine may overheat

on hot days (at temperatures over

30C [85F]) when going up a long or

steep grade with a trailer. If the engine

coolant temperature gauge indicates

overheating, immediately turn off the air

conditioning (if in use), pull off the road

and stop in a safe spot. Refer to “If

your vehicle overheats” in Section 4 of

this manual.

Always place wheel blocks under both

the vehicle and trailer wheels when

parking. Apply the parking brake firmly.

Put the transmission in “P” (automatic)

or in first or reverse (manual). Avoid

parking on a slope with a trailer, but

if it cannot be avoided, do so only

after performing the following:

1. Apply the brakes and hold.

2. Have someone place wheel blocks un-

der both the vehicle and trailer wheels.

3. When the wheel blocks are in place,

release your brakes slowly until the

blocks absorb the load.

4. Apply the parking brake firmly.

5. Shift into first or reverse (manual) or

“P” (automatic) and turn off the engine.

When restarting out after parking on a

slope:

1. With the transmission in “P” position

(automatic) or the clutch pedal de-

pressed (manual), start the engine.

(With an automatic transmission, be

sure to keep the brake pedal de-

pressed.)

2. Shift into gear.

3. Release the parking brake (also foot

brake on automatic transmission ve-

hicles) and slowly pull or back away

from the wheel blocks. Stop and apply

your brakes.

4. Have someone retrieve the blocks.

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CAUTION

Do not exceed 72 km/h (45 mph) or

the posted towing speed lim-

it,whichever is lower. Because insta-

bility (swaying) of a towing vehicle-

trailer combination usually in-

creases as the speed increases, ex-

ceeding 72 km/h (45 mph) may

cause loss of control.

Slow down and downshift before

descending steep or long downhill

grades. Do not make sudden down-

shifts.

Avoid holding the brake pedal down

too long or too frequently. This

could cause the brakes to overheat

and result in reduced braking effi-

ciency.

Getting more kilometers/mileage from a

liter/gallon of fuel is easy—just 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 Section

7- 2 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 warm- up idling. Once

the engine is running smoothly, begin

driving—but gently. Remember, howev-

er, that on cold winter days this may

take a little longer.

Keep the automatic transmission

overdrive turned on when engine

braking is not required. Driving with

the overdrive off will reduce the fuel

economy. (For details, see “Automatic

transmission” in Section 1- 6.)

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 lug or overrevving. Use

a gear position suitable for the road on

which you are travelling.

Avoid continuous speeding up and

slowing down. Stop- and- go 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.

How to save fuel and make

your vehicle last longer, too

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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 tuned- up 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 contrib-

ute 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 separate

“Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or

“Owner’s 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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2000 Corolla(U)

Publication No. OM12718U

Part No. 01999-12718

Printed in Japan 01- 9908- 00

( U)

Quick index

If a service reminder indicator or warning buzzer comes on 87. . . . . . . . . .

If your vehicle will not start 170. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

If your engine stalls while driving 173. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

If your vehicle overheats 173. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

If you have a flat tire 174. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

If your vehicle needs to be towed 183. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tips for driving during break- in period 144. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

How to start the engine 158. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

General maintenance 195. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Complete index NO TAG. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Gas station information

Fuel type:

UNLEADED gasoline, Octane Rating 87 (Research Octane Number 91)

or higher

See page 144 for detailed information.

Fuel tank capacity:

50 L (13.2 gal., 11.0 lmp.gal.)

Engine oil:

API grade SJ, “Energy- Conserving” or ILSAC multigrade engine

oil is recommended.

See page 206 for detailed information.

Automatic transmission fluid:

Automatic transmission fluid D- II or DEXRONIII (DEXRONII)

See page 232 for detailed information.

Tire information: See pages 210 through 214.

Tire pressure: See page 233.

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IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY

If your vehicle will not start 170. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

If your engine stalls while drivin 173. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

If your vehicle overheats 173. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

If you have a flat tire 174. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

If your vehicle needs to be towe 183. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

If you cannot shift automatic transmission selector leve 185. . . . . . . . .

If you lose your keys 186. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION

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Before making these checks, make sure

you have followed the correct starting pro-

cedure given in “How to start the engine”

in Section 3 and that you have sufficient

fuel.

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” 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

Do not pull- or push- start the ve-

hicle. It may damage the vehicle or

cause a collision when the engine

starts. Also the three- way catalytic

converter may overheat and become a

fire hazard.

If the engine turns over at its normal

speed but will not start—

1. Turn the ignition key to “ACC” or

“LOCK” and try starting the engine

again.

2. If the engine does not start, check that

all the push- on connectors are tight.

(For example, connectors at the spark

plugs, ignition coil and/or distributor)

3. If the connectors are O.K., the engine

may be flooded because of repeated

cranking. See “(b) Starting a flooded

engine” for further instructions.

(b) Starting a flooded engine

If the engine will not start, your engine

may be flooded because of repeated

cranking.

If this happens, turn the key to “START”

with the accelerator pedal held down.

Keep the key and accelerator pedal in this

way 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.

NOTICE

Do not crank for more than 30 se-

conds at a time. This may overheat

the starter and wiring systems.

If your vehicle will not start—

(a) Simple checks

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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.

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.

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)

Jumper cable Positive terminal

(“+” mark)

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.

Discharged battery

Booster battery

Jumper cable

Negative terminal

(“- ” mark)

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:

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.

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5. Start your engine 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

cloths—they 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.

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. Turn the ignition key to “ACC” or

“LOCK”, and try starting the engine

again.

If the engine will not start, see “If your

vehicle will not start”.

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 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 “P”

(automatic) or neutral (manual) 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

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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 radiator

cap 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 cautiously 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 set the parking brake and put

the transmission in “P” (automatic) or

reverse (manual).

4. Have everyone get out of the vehicle

on the side away from traffic.

5. Read the following instructions thor-

oughly.

CAUTION

When jacking, be sure to observe the

following to reduce the possibility of

personal injury:

Follow jacking instructions.

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Do not put any part of your body

under the vehicle supported by the

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 “P”

(automatic) or reverse (manual).

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 the jack only for lifting your

vehicle during wheel changing.

Do not raise the vehicle with some-

one 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 de-

flated tire. Driving even a short dis-

tance can damage a tire beyond re-

pair.

Compact spare tire

The compact spare tire is designed for

temporary emergency use only.

The compact spare tire is identified by the

distinctive wording “TEMPORARY USE

ONLY” molded into the side wall of the

tire.

The standard tire should be repaired and

replaced as soon as possible.

The compact spare tire saves space in

your luggage compartment, and its lighter

weight helps to improve fuel economy and

permits easier installation in case of a flat

tire.

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The compact spare tire can be used many

times, if necessary. It has tread life of up

to 4800 km (3000 miles) depending on

road conditions and your driving habits.

When tread wear indicators appear on the

tire, replace the tire.

See also the tire section in Section 7- 2

for details on the tread wear indicators

and other service information.

CAUTION

The compact spare tire was de-

signed especially for your Toyota.

Do not use it on any other vehicle.

Do not exceed 80 km/h (50 mph)

when driving with the compact

spare tire.

Avoid sudden acceleration, sudden

deceleration and sharp turns with

the compact spare tire.

NOTICE

Your ground clearance is reduced

when the compact spare tire is

installed so avoid driving over ob-

stacles and drive slowly on rough,

unpaved roads and speed bumps.

Also, do not attempt to go through an

automatic car wash as the vehicle

may get caught, resulting in damage.

Vehicles with compact spare tire

Vehicles without compact spare tire

—Required tools and spare

tire

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1. Get the required tools and spare

tire.

Vehicles with compact spare tire

1. Spare tire

2. Jack handle

3. Jack

4. Wheel nut wrench

Vehicles without compact spare tire

1. Spare tire

2. Jack handle

3. Jack

4. Tool bag

To prepare yourself for an emergency, you

should familiarize yourself with the use of

the jack, each of the tools and their stor-

age locations.

Turn the jack joint by hand.

To remove: Turn the joint in direction 1

until the jack is free.

To store: Turn the joint in direction 2 until

the jack is firmly secured to prevent it

flying forward during a collision or sudden

braking.

To remove the spare tire:

1. Raise the luggage compartment floor.

2. On vehicles with compact spare tire,

take the tool holder with tools out.

3. Loosen the bolt with spacer and re-

move it.

Then take the spare tire out of the ve-

hicle.

When storing the spare tire, put it in place

with the outer side of the wheel facing up.

Then secure the tire by repeating the

above removal steps in reverse order to

prevent it from flying forward during a

collision or sudden braking.

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—Blocking the wheel

2. Block the wheel diagonally opposite

the flat tire to keep the vehicle from

rolling when it is jacked up.

When blocking the wheel, place a wheel

block from the front for the front wheels

or from the rear for the rear wheels.

—Removing wheel ornament

Type A

Type B

3. Remove the wheel ornament.

Pry off the wheel ornament, using the

beveled end of the wheel nut wrench as

shown.

CAUTION

Do not try to pull off the ornament by

hand. Take due care in handling the

ornament to avoid unexpected person-

al injury.

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—Loosening wheel nuts

4. Loosen all the wheel nuts.

Always loosen the wheel nuts before rais-

ing 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 handle. Be careful that

the wrench does not slip off the nut.

Do not remove the nuts yet—just unscrew

them about one- half turn.

—Positioning the jack

5. 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

6. After making sure that no one is in

the vehicle, raise it high enough so

that the spare tire can be installed.

Remember you will need more ground

clearance when putting on the 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, double- check that it is

properly positioned.

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CAUTION

Never get under the vehicle when the

vehicle is supported by the jack

alone.

—Changing wheels

7. 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.

Before putting on wheels, remove any cor-

rosion on the mounting surfaces with a

wire brush or such. Installation of wheels

without good metal- to- metal contact at the

mounting surface can cause wheel nuts to

loosen and eventually cause a wheel to

come off while driving. Therefore after the

first 1600 km (1000 miles), check to see

that the wheel nuts are tight.

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—Reinstalling wheel nuts

8. Reinstall all the wheel nuts finger

tight.

Reinstall the wheel nuts (tapered end in-

ward) and tighten them as much as you

can by hand. Press back on the tire and

see if you can tighten them more.

—Lowering your vehicle

9. Lower the vehicle completely and

tighten the wheel nuts.

Turn the jack handle counterclockwise to

lower the vehicle.

Use only the wheel nut wrench to tighten

the nuts. Do not use other tools or any

additional 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.

CAUTION

When lowering the vehicle, make sure

all portions of your body and all oth-

er persons around will not be injured

as the vehicle is lowered to the

ground.

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—Reinstalling wheel ornament

Type A

Type B

10. Reinstall the wheel ornament.

1. Put the wheel ornament into position.

On some models, align the cutout of the

wheel ornament with the valve stem as

shown.

2. Then tap it firmly with the side or heel

of your hand to snap it into place.

CAUTION

Take due care in handling the orna-

ment to avoid unexpected personal

injury.

—After changing wheels

11. Check the air pressure of the re-

placed tire.

Adjust the air pressure to the specification

designed 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 inflation

valve cap as dirt and moisture could get

into the valve core and possibly cause air

leakage. If the cap is missing, have a new

one put on as soon as possible.

12. Restow all the tools, jack and flat

tire securely.

As soon after changing wheels as pos-

sible, tighten the wheel nuts to the torque

specified in Section 8 with a torque

wrench. Have a technician repair the flat

tire and replace the spare tire with it.

CAUTION

Before driving, make sure all the

tools, jack and flat tire are securely

in place in their storage location to

reduce the possibility of personal in-

jury during a collision or sudden

braking.

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(a) Towing with wheel lift type truck—

—From front

—From rear

(b) Using flat bed truck

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 tow-

ing” 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.

(a) Towing with wheel lift type truck

From front—Release the parking brake.

NOTICE

When lifting wheels, take care to en-

sure 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 during towing.

From rear—

Manual transmission:

We recommend using a towing dolly

under the front wheels. If you do not

use a towing dolly, place the ignition

key in the “ACC” position and put the

transmission in neutral.

NOTICE

Do not tow with the key removed or

in the “LOCK” position when towing

from the rear without a towing dolly.

The steering lock mechanism is not

strong enough to hold the front

wheels straight.

If your vehicle needs to be

towed—

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Automatic transmission:

Use a towing dolly under the front

wheels.

NOTICE

Never tow a vehicle with an automatic

transmission from the rear with the

front wheels on the ground, as this

may cause serious damage to the

transmission.

(b) Using flat bed truck

NOTICE

Do not tow with sling type truck, ei-

ther from the front or rear. This may

cause body damage.

—Emergency towing

If towing is necessary, we recommend

you to have it done by your Toyota

dealer or a commercial tow truck ser-

vice.

If towing service is not available in an

emergency, your vehicle may be tempo-

rarily towed by a cable or chain se-

cured to the emergency towing eyelet

under the vehicle. Use extreme caution

when towing vehicles.

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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 hard- surfaced 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 ve-

hicles. Avoid sudden starts or erratic

driving maneuvers which would place

excessive stress on the emergency

towing eyelets and towing cable or

chain. The eyelets and towing cable

or chain may break and cause serious

injury or damage.

NOTICE

Use only a cable or chain specifically

intended for use in towing vehicles.

Securely fasten the cable or chain to

the towing eyelets provided.

Before towing, release the parking brake

and put the transmission in neutral (manu-

al) or “N” (automatic). The key must be

in “ACC” (engine off) or “ON” (engine run-

ning).

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 you cannot shift the selector lever

out of “P” position to other positions

even though the brake pedal is de-

pressed, use the shift lock override but-

ton as follows:

1. Turn the ignition key to “LOCK”

position. Make sure the parking

brake is on.

2. Pry up the cover with a flat- bladed

screwdriver or equivalent.

If you cannot shift automatic

transmission selector lever

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3. Insert your finger into the hole to

push down the shift lock override

button. You can shift out of “P”

position only while pushing the but-

ton.

4. Shift into “N” position.

5. Insert the cover.

6. Start the engine. For your safety,

keep the brake pedal depressed.

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.

See the suggestion given in “Keys” in

Section 1- 2.

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 smallest side window be-

cause it is the least expensive to replace.

Be extremely cautious to avoid cuts from

the glass.

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CORROSION PREVENTION AND

APPEARANCE CARE

Protecting your Toyota from corrosio 188. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Washing and waxing your Toyota 189. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Cleaning the interior 191. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION

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Toyota, through its diligent research, de-

sign and use of the most advanced

technology available, has done its part to

help prevent corrosion and has provided

you with the finest quality vehicle

construction. Now, it is up to you. Proper

care of your Toyota can help ensure long-

term corrosion prevention.

The most common causes of corrosion

to your vehicle are:

The accumulation of road salt, dirt and

moisture in hard- to- reach 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 are prevented from

quick- drying due to lack of proper ven-

tilation.

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 vehicle’s 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 them.

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” for

more tips.

Check the condition of your vehicle’s

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.

Protecting your Toyota from

corrosion

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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. Full- size

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 in covered

with water or snow, your garage may be

so damp it will cause corrosion. Even if

your garage is heated, a wet vehicle can

corrode 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 having stuck of coal tar, tree

sap, bird droppings and carcass of an

insect

When driving in the areas where there

is a lot of smoke, soot, dust, iron dust

and chemical substance

When the vehicle becomes remarkably

dirty with dust and mud

Hand- washing 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.

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.

2. Wash with a mild car- wash soap,

mixed according to the manufacturer’s

instructions. Use a soft cotton mitt and

keep it wet by dipping it frequently into

the wash water. Do not rub hard—let

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.

Washing and waxing your

Toyota

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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 thoroughly—dried 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 hard—you might scratch

the paint.

Automatic car wash

Your vehicle may be washed in an auto-

matic car wash, but remember that the

paint can be scratched by some type of

brushes, unfiltered washing water, or the

washing process itself. Scratching reduces

paint durability and gloss, especially on

darker colors. The manager of the car

wash should be able to advise you wheth-

er the process is safe for the paint on

your vehicle.

NOTICE

To prevent damage to the antenna,

make sure it is retracted before driv-

ing your Toyota through an automatic

car wash.

Waxing your Toyota

Polishing and waxing is recommended

to maintain the original beauty of your

Toyota’s finish.

Once a month or if the vehicle surface

does not repel water well, apply wax.

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 car- cleaning polish, fol-

lowed by a separate wax. Carefully fol-

low the manufacturer’s 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 re- painted and placed

in a high heat paint waxing booth.

High temperatures could damage the

bumpers.

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Cleaning the interior

CAUTION

Vehicles with side airbags:

Be careful not to splash water or

spill liquid on the floor. This may

prevent the side airbags from acti-

vating correctly, resulting in serious

injury.

Do not wash the vehicle floor with

water, or allow water to get onto

the floor when cleaning the vehicle

interior or exterior. Water may get

into audio components or other

electrical components above or un-

der the floor carpet (or mat) and

cause a malfunction; and it may

cause body corrosion.

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 manufacturer’s

instructions.

NOTICE

Do not use solvent, thinner, gasoline

or window cleaner on the interior.

Carpets

Use a good foam- type 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 can sand 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 water—the 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 l ukewarm

water.

Use a cloth or sponge. As you are clean-

ing, check the belts for excessive wear,

fraying, or cuts.

NOTICE



Do not use dye or bleach on the

belts—it may weaken them.



Do not use the belts until they be-

come dry.

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Windows

The windows may be cleaned with any

household window cleaner.

NOTICE

When cleaning the inside of the win-

dows, be careful not to scratch or

damage the heater wires on the rear

window.

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 w ipe off dirt.

NOTICE



Do not use organic substances (sol-

vents, kerosene, alcohol, g asoline,

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-

hicle’s interior surfaces. It may con-

tain the ingredients mentioned a-

bove. Immediately clean any spill

using the method mentioned above.

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

Maintenance requirements 194. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

General maintenance 195. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Does your vehicle need repairing 197. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to the separate

“Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”.

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Maintenance requirements

Your Toyota vehicle has been designed for

fewer maintenance requirements with long-

er service intervals to save both your time

and money. However, each regular mainte-

nance, as well as day- to- day care, is

more important than ever before to ensure

smooth, trouble- free, safe, and economical

drivings.

It is the owner’s responsibility to make

sure the specified maintenance, including

general maintenance service, is performed.

Note that both the new vehicle and emis-

sion control system warranties specify that

proper maintenance and care must be per-

formed. See “Owner’s Warranty Informa-

tion Booklet” or “Owner’s Manual Supple-

ment” for complete warranty information.

General maintenance

General maintenance items are those day-

to- day care practices that are important to

your vehicle for proper operation. It is the

owner’s 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

“Owner’s Manual Supplement” are those

required to be serviced at regular inter-

vals.

For details of your maintenance schedule,

read the separate “Scheduled Maintenance

Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”.

It is recommended that any replacement

parts used for maintenance or for the

repair of the emission control system

be Toyota supplied.

The owner may elect to use non- Toyota

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 mainte-

nance, replacement, or repair of the

emission control devices and system

performed by any automotive repair es-

tablishment or individual without invali-

dating this warranty. See “Owner’s War-

ranty Information Booklet” or “Owner’s

Manual Supplement” for complete war-

ranty information.

Where to go for service?

Toyota technicians are well- trained spe-

cialists and are kept up to date with the

latest service information through technical

bulletins, service tips, and in- dealership

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

dealer’s service department performs the

best job to meet the maintenance require-

ments on your vehicle—reliably and eco-

nomically.

Your copy of the repair order is proof that

all required maintenance has been per-

formed for warranty coverage. And if any

problems 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 do- it- yourself 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 do- it- yourself mechan-

ic, the Toyota service manuals are recom-

mended. Please be aware that do- it- your-

self maintenance can affect your warranty

coverage. See “Owner’s Warranty Informa-

tion Booklet” or “Owner’s Manual Supple-

ment” 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 where ade-

quate ventilation can be obtained if

you run the engine.

OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE

Items listed below should be performed

from time to time, unless otherwise

specified.

Tire pressure

Check the pressure with a gauge every

two weeks, or at least once a month. See

Section 7- 2 for additional information.

Tire surface and wheel nuts

Check the tires carefully for cuts, damage

or excessive wear. See Section 7- 2 for

additional information. When checking the

tires, make sure no nuts are missing, and

check the nuts for looseness. Tighten

them if necessary.

Tire rotation

Rotate the tires every 12000 km (7500

miles). See Section 7- 2 for additional in-

formation.

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 engine hood

Check that all doors including trunk lid

operate smoothly and all latches lock se-

curely. Make sure the engine hood sec-

ondary latch secures the hood from open-

ing when the primary latch is released.

INSIDE THE VEHICLE

Items listed below should be checked

regularly, e.g. while performing periodic

services, cleaning the vehicle, etc.

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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 front seat controls such as

seat adjusters, seatback recliner, etc. op-

erate smoothly and that all latches lock

securely in any position. Check that the

head restraints move up and down

smoothly and that the locks hold securely

in any latched position. For folding- down

rear seatbacks, check that the latches

lock securely.

Seat belts

Check that the seat belt system such as

buckles, retractors and anchors operate

properly and smoothly. Make sure that the

belt webbings are 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

At 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.

Automatic transmission “Park” mecha-

nism

Check the lock release button of the se-

lector lever for proper and smooth opera-

tion. On a safe incline, check that your

vehicle is held securely with the selector

lever in “P” position and all brakes re-

leased.

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 Section 7- 3 for additional in-

formation.

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 Section 7- 2 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 Section 7- 3

for additional information.

Brake fluid level

Make sure the brake fluid level is correct.

See Section 7- 2 for additional information.

Engine oil level

Check the level on the dipstick with the

engine turned off and the vehicle parked

on a level spot. See Section 7- 2 for addi-

tional 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 Section 7- 2 for additional 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 in

Section 2.)

Be on the alert for changes in perfor-

mance, sounds, and visual tip- offs 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.)

Flat- looking 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.

Does your vehicle need

repairing?

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SPECIFICATIONS

Dimensions and weight 230. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Engine 230. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fuel 230. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Service specifications 231. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tires 233. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fuses 233. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Dimensions and weight

Overall length mm (in): 4420 (174.0)

Overall width mm (in): 1695 (66.7)

Overall height mm (in): 1385 (54.5)∗

Wheelbase mm (in): 2465 (97.0)

Front tread mm (in): 1460 (57.5)

Rear tread mm (in): 1450 (57.1)

Vehicle capacity weight

(occupants+luggage) kg(lb): 385 (850)

∗: Unladen vehicle

Engine

Model:

1ZZ- FE

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.):

50 (13.2, 11.0)

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Service specifications

ENGINE

Valve clearance (engine cold), mm (in.):

Intake 0.15—0.25 (0.006—0.010)

Exhaust 0.25—0.35 (0.010—0.014)

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)

Oil grade:

API grade SJ, “Energy- Conserving” or

ILSAC multigrade engine oil is recom-

mended.

Recommended oil viscosity (SAE):

COOLING SYSTEM

Total capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.):

Manual transmission

5.8 (6.1, 5.1)

Automatic transmission

5.7 (6.0, 5.0)

Coolant type:

“TOYOTA Long Life Coolant” or equiva-

lent

With ethylene- glycol type coolant for a

proper corrosion protection of aluminum

components

Do not use alcohol type antifreeze or

plain water alone.

BATTERY

Open voltage∗ at 20C (68F):

12.6- 12.8 V Fully charged

12.2- 12.4 V Half charged

11.8- 12.0 V Discharged

∗: Voltage that is checked 20 minutes af-

ter the key is removed with all the

lights turned off

Charging rates:

5A max.

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CLUTCH

Pedal free play, mm (in.):

5—15 (0.2—0.6)

Fluid type:

SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3

MANUAL TRANSAXLE

Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.):

1.9 (2.0, 1.7)

Oil type:

Gear oil API GL- 4 or GL- 5

Recommended oil viscosity:

SAE 75W- 90

AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE

Automatic transmission

Fluid capacity (drain and refill), L (qt.,

Imp. qt.):

Four- speed type

Up to 3.1 (3.3, 2.7)

Three- speed type

2.5 (2.6, 2.2)

Fluid type:

Automatic transmission fluid D- ll or

DEXRONIII (DEXRONII)

Differential (three- speed type only)

Fluid capacity L (qt., Imp. qt.):

1.4 (1.5, 1.2)

Fluid type:

Automatic transmission fluid D- II or

DEXRONIII (DEXRONII)

BRAKES

Minimum pedal clearance when depressed

with the pressure of 490 N (50 kgf, 110

lbf) with the engine running, mm (in.):

Vehicles with anti- lock brake system

90 (3.5)

Vehicles without anti- lock brake system

85 (3.3)

Pedal free play, mm (in.):

1—6 (0.04—0.24)

Pad wear limit, mm (in.):

1.0 (0.04)

Lining wear limit, mm (in.):

1.0 (0.04)

Parking brake adjustment when pulled with

the force of 196 N (20 kgf, 44 lbf):

4—7 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:

Automatic transmission fluid DEXRONII

or III

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Tires

Tire size:

Compact spare tire

T115/70D14

T125/70D14

Except compact spare tire

P175/65SR14

P185/65SR14

Tire pressure, kPa (kgf/cm2 or bar, psi):

Compact spare tire

420 (4.2, 60)

Except compact spare tire

210 (2.1, 30)

Wheel size:

Compact spare tire

14 4T

Except compact Spare tire

14 5.5JJ

Wheel nut torque, N·m (kgf·m, ft·lbf):

102.9 (10.5, 76)

Fuses

Engine compartment

Fuses (type A)

1. A/C 7.5 A: Air conditioning system,

electric cooling fan

2. SPARE 5 A: Spare fuse

3. SPARE 10 A: Spare fuse

4. SPARE 15 A: Spare fuse

5. DOME 15 A: Car audio system, interior

light, personal light, trunk light, clock,

daytime running light system, theft de-

terrent system

6. HAZARD 10 A: Turn signal lights,

emergency flashers

Engine compartment

7. AM2 15 A: Starter system, “ST” and

“IGN” fuses

8. HEAD (LH) or HEAD (LH- UPR) 10 A:

Left- hand headlight

9. ALT- S 5 A: Charging system

10. HEAD (RH) or HEAD (RH- UPR) 10 A:

Right- hand headlight

11. EFI or F- HTR 15 A: Multiport fuel in-

jection system/sequential multiport fuel

injection system

12. HORN 10 A: Horn, theft deterrent sys-

tem

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Engine compartment

13. DRL 7.5 A: Daytime running light sys-

tem

14. HEAD RH- LWR 10 A: Right- hand

headlight

15. HEAD LH- LWR 10 A: Left- hand head-

light

16. CDS 30 A: Electric cooling fan

17. TURN 7.5 A: Turn signal lights, emer-

gency flashers

18. GAUGE 10 A: Gauge and meters,

buck- up lights, air conditioning system,

power windows, rear window defogger,

power door lock system

Instrument panel

19. WIP 20 A: Windshield wipers and

washer

20. DEF I- UP/M- HTR 10 A: Rear window

defogger, multiport fuel injection sys-

tem/sequential multiport fuel injection

system

21. ECU- IG 10 A: Starting system, electric

cooling fan, automatic transmission

shift lock system, anti- lock brake sys-

tem, cruise control system, theft deter-

rent system

22. IGN 7.5 A: Multiport fuel injection sys-

tem/sequential multiport fuel injection

system, charging system, SRS airbag

system, seat belt pretensioners

23. STOP 15 A: Stop lights, high mounted

stoplight, anti- lock brake system, auto-

matic transmission shift lock system,

cruise control system, multiport fuel in-

jection system/sequential multiport fuel

injection system

24. TAIL 15 A: Tail lights, gauges and me-

ters, instrument panel light control, cig-

arette lighter, clock, car audio system,

rear window defogger, license plate

lights, electronically controlled automat-

ic transmission system, multiport fuel

injection system/sequential multiport

fuel injection system, air conditioning

system, emergency flashers

25. OBD 7.5 A: On- board diagnosis sys-

tem

26. ECU- B 7.5 A: SRS airbag system,

seat belt pretensioners

27. ST 5 A: Starter system, multiport fuel

injection system/sequential multiport

fuel injection system

28. D/L 30 A: Power door lock system

29. FOG 15 A: No circuit

30. S- HTR 15 A: No circuit

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31. CIG 15 A: Car audio system, clock,

cigarette lighter, power rear view mir-

rors, SRS airbag system, seat belt pre-

tensioners, automatic transmission shift

lock system, theft deterrent system

Fuses (type B)

32. HTR 50 A: Air conditioning system,

“A/C” fuse

33. MAIN 40 A: Starter system, “HEAD

(LH) or HEAD (LH- UPR)”, “HEAD (RH)

or HEAD (RH- UPR)”, “HEAD LH- LWR”,

“HEAD RH- LWR” and “DRL” fuses

34. RDI 30 A: Electric cooling fan

35. AM1 50 A: “CIG”, “TURN”, “GAUGE”,

“ECU- IG”, and “WIP” fuses

36. DEF 40 A: Rear window defogger,

“DEF I- UP/M- HTR” fuse

37. POWER 30 A: Power windows, electric

moon roof

Fuses (type C)

38. FL ABS 50 A: Anti- lock brake system

39. FL ALT 100 A: “RDI”, “CDS”, “AM1”,

“POWER”, “D/L”, “TAIL”, “OBD”, “FOG”,

“ECU- B”, “STOP” and “DEF”, “HTR”

fuses

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REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS FOR U.S.

OWNERS AND UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY

GRADING

Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners 238. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Uniform tire quality grading 238. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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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 inform the Na-

tional Highway Traffic Safety Ad-

ministration (NHTSA) in addition to

notifying Toyota Motor Sales,

U.S.A., Inc.

(Toll- free: 1- 800- 331- 4331).

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 vehicles,

it may order a recall and remedy

campaign. However, NHTSA cannot

become involved in individual prob-

lems between you, your dealer, or

Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.

To contact NHTSA, you may either

call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-

free at 1- 800- 424- 9393 (or

366- 0123 in Washington,D.C. area)

or write to: NHTSA. U.S.Depart-

ment of Transportation. Washing-

ton,D.C. 20590. You can also ob-

tain other information about motor

vehicle safety from the Hotline.

Uniform tire quality grading

This information has been prepared in ac-

cordance with regulations issued by the

National Highway Traffic Safety Adminis-

tration of the U.S. Department of Trans-

portation. It provides the purchasers and/

or prospective purchasers of Toyota

vehicles with information on uniform tire

quality grading.

Your Toyota dealer will help answer any

questions you may have as you read this

information.

DOT quality grades—All passenger ve-

hicle tires must conform to Federal

Safety Requirements in addition to

these grades. These quality grades are

molded on the sidewall.

Treadwear—The treadwear grade is a

comparative rating based on the wear rate

of the tire when tested under controlled

conditions on a specified government test

course. For example, a tire graded 150

would wear one and a half (1- 1/2) times

as well on the government course as a

tire graded 100. The relative performance

of tires depends upon the actual condi-

tions of their use, however, and may de-

part significantly from the norm due to

variations in driving habits, service prac-

tices and differences in road characteris-

tics and climate.

Reporting safety defects for

U.S. owners

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Traction AA, A, B, C—The traction

grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A,

B, and C, and they represent the tire’s

ability to stop on wet pavement as mea-

sured under controlled conditions on spe-

cified government test surfaces of asphalt

and concrete. A tire marked C may have

poor traction 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, C—The temperature

grades are A (the highest), B, and C,

representing the tire’s resistance to the

generation of heat and its ability to dissi-

pate heat when tested under controlled

conditions on a specified indoor laboratory

test wheel. Sustained high temperature

can cause the material of the tire to de-

generate and reduce tire life, and exces-

sive temperature can lead to sudden tire

failure. The grade C corresponds to a lev-

el 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 perfor-

mance on the laboratory test wheel than

the minimum required by law.

Warning: The temperature grades for this

tire are established for a tire that is prop-

erly inflated and not overloaded. Exces-

sive speed, underinflation, or excessive

loading, either separately or in combina-

tion, can cause heat buildup and possible

tire failure.

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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 pane 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Instrument panel overview

1. Rear view mirror remote control levers

2. Side vents

3. Instrument cluster

4. Center vents

5. Electric moon roof switch and

personal light

6. Power door lock switches

(vehicles without power windows)

7. Glove box

8. Power door lock switches

(vehicles with power windows)

9. Power window switches

10. Automatic transmission selector lever

or manual transmission gear shift lever

11. Parking brake lever

12. Hood lock release lever

13. Window lock switch

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1. Power rear view mirror control switch

2. Headlight and turn signal switch

3. Wiper and washer switches

4. Emergency flasher switch

5. Clock

6. Rear window defogger switch

7. Car audio

8. Air conditioning controls

9. Auxiliary boxes

10. Cup holder

11. Cigarette lighter

12. Ashtray

13. Ignition switch

14. Cruise control switch

15. Tilt steering lock release lever

16. Instrument panel light control knob

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1. Service reminder indicators and

indicator lights

2. Engine coolant temperature gauge

3. Fuel gauge

4. Speedometer

5. Trip meter reset knob

6. Odometer and two trip meters

Instrument cluster overview

Type A

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1. Service reminder indicators and

indicator lights

2. Tachometer

3. Speedometer

4. Fuel gauge

5. Trip meter reset knob

6. Odometer and two trip meters

7. Thermometer

8. Engine coolant temperature gauge

Type B

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1. Service reminder indicators and

indicator lights

2. Tachometer

3. Speedometer

4. Fuel gauge

5. Trip meter reset knob

6. Odometer and two trip meters

7. Thermometer

8. Engine coolant temperature gauge

Type C

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Indicator symbols on the instrument panel

(type A)

(type B)

(type A)

(type B)

Brake system warning light∗1

Seat belt reminder light∗1

Discharge warning light∗1

Malfunction indicator lamp∗1

Low oil pressure warning light∗1

Anti- lock brake system warning light∗1

Open door warning light∗1

SRS warning light∗1

Low windshield washer fluid level warning

light∗1

Low fuel level warning light∗1

Turn signal indicator lights

Headlight high beam indicator light

Overdrive- off indicator light

Cruise control indicator light∗2

Rear window defogger indicator light

∗1: For details, see “Service reminder indicators and warning

buzzers” in Section 1- 5.

∗2: If this light flashes, see “Cruise control” in Section 1- 6.

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OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND

CONTROLS

Keys and Doors

Keys 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Side doors 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Power windows 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Trunk lid 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Hood 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Theft deterrent system 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fuel tank cap 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Electric moon roof 20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION

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Keys

Your vehicle is supplied with two kinds

of keys.

1. Master key—This key works in every

lock.

2. Sub key—This key will not work in the

trunk.

To protect things locked in the trunk when

you have your vehicle parked, leave the

sub key with the attendant.

Since the doors and trunk lid can be

locked without a key, you should always

carry a spare master key in case you

accidentally lock your keys inside the ve-

hicle.

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 you to write down the key

number and keep it in safe place.

Side doors

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.

Vehicles with power door lock system—All

the doors lock and unlock simultaneously

with either front door. In the driver’s door

lock, turning the key once will unlock the

driver’s door and twice in succession will

unlock all the doors simultaneously.

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LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH

INSIDE LOCK BUTTON

Move the lock button.

To lock: Push the knob down.

To unlock: Pull the knob up.

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.

Vehicles with power door lock sys-

tem—The door cannot be locked if you

leave the key in the ignition switch.

Vehicles with power windows (driver’s

side)

Vehicles with power windows (passen-

ger’s side)

Vehicles without power windows

LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH

POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH

Push the switch.

Vehicles with power windows—

To lock: Push the switch on the front side.

To unlock: Push the switch on the rear

side.

Vehicles without power windows—

To lock: Push the switch on the “LOCK”

side.

To unlock: Push the switch on the oppo-

site side of the “LOCK” side.

All the doors lock or unlock simultaneous-

ly.

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REAR DOOR CHILD- PROTECTORS

Move the lock lever to the “LOCK”

position as shown on the label.

This feature allows you to lock a rear

door so it can be opened from the outside

only, not from inside. We recommend us-

ing this feature whenever small children

are in the vehicle.

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.

Power windows

The windows can be operated with the

switch on each door.

The power windows work when the ignition

switch is in the “ON” position.

OPERATING THE DRIVER’S WINDOW

Use the switch on the driver’s door.

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.

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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.

Window

lock switch

OPERATING THE PASSENGERS’ WIN-

DOWS

Use the switches on the passengers’

doors. The driver’s door also has

switches that control the passengers’

windows.

The window moves as long as you hold

the switch.

To open: Push down the switch.

To close: Pull up the switch.

If you push in the window lock switch on

the driver’s door, the passengers’ windows

cannot be operated.

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CAUTION

To avoid serious personal injury, you

must do the following.

Always make sure the head, hands

and other parts of the body of all

occupants are kept completely in-

side the vehicle before you close

the power windows. If someone’s

neck, head or hands gets caught in

a closing window, it could result in

a serious injury. When anyone

closes the power windows, be sure

that they operate the windows safe-

ly.

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.

Never leave small children alone in

the vehicle, especially with the igni-

tion key still inserted. They could

use the power window switches and

get trapped in a window. Unat-

tended children can become in-

volved in serious accidents.

Trunk lid—

To open the trunk lid from the outside,

insert the master key and turn it clock-

wise.

See “Luggage stowage precautions” in

Section 2 for precautions to observe for

loading luggage.

To close the trunk lid, lower it and press

down on it. After closing the trunk lid, try

pulling it up to make sure it is securely

closed.

CAUTION

Keep the trunk lid closed while driv-

ing. This not only keeps the luggage

from being thrown out but also pre-

vents exhaust gases from entering

the vehicle.

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—Lock release lever

To open the trunk lid from the driver’s

seat, pull up on the lock release lever. After closing the trunk lid, insert the

master key and turn it counterclockwise

to deactivate the lock release lever.

After closing the trunk lid, try pulling it up

to make sure it is securely locked.

Hood

To open the hood:

1. Pull the hood lock release lever. The

hood will spring up slightly.

CAUTION

Before driving, be sure that the hood

is closed and securely locked. Other-

wise, the hood may open unexpected-

ly while driving and an accident may

occur.

—Lock release lever

cancelling system

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2. In front of the vehicle, pull up the

auxiliary catch lever and lift the

hood.

3. Hold the hood open by inserting the

support rod into the slot.

Before closing the hood, check to see that

you have not forgotten any tools, rags,

etc. and return the support rod to its

clip—this prevents rattles. Then lower the

hood make sure it locks into place. If

necessary, press down gently on the front

edge to lock it.

CAUTION

After inserting the support rod into

the slot, make sure the rod supports

the hood security from falling down

on to your head or body.

Theft deterrent system

To deter the vehicle theft, the system

is designed to give an alarm and keep

the engine from being started if any of

the doors, trunk or hood is forcibly un-

locked or the battery terminal is discon-

nected and then reconnected when the

vehicle is locked.

The alarm blows the horn intermittently

and flashes the headlights, tail lights. The

engine cannot be started because the

starter circuit will be cut.

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SETTING THE SYSTEM

1. Turn the ignition key to the “LOCK”

position and remove it.

2. Have all passengers get out of the

vehicle.

3. Close and lock all the doors, trunk and

hood.

The indicator light will come on when all

the doors, trunk and hood are closed and

locked.

As the doors are locked, the system will

give you a preparation time of 30 seconds

before the setting, during which the doors,

trunk and hood may be opened.

Be careful not to unlock any door with the

key during setting. This will cancel the

system.

4. After making sure the indicator light

starts flashing, you may leave the ve-

hicle.

The system will automatically be set after

the preparation time passes. The indicator

light will flash to show the system is set.

If any of the doors, trunk or hood is open

at that time, the setting is interrupted until

it is closed and locked.

Never leave anyone in the vehicle when

you set the system, because unlocking

from the inside will activate the system.

WHEN THE SYSTEM IS SET

Activating the system

The system will give the alarm and cut

the starter circuit under the following

conditions:

If any of the doors is unlocked or if

the trunk or hood is forcibly opened

without the key

If the battery terminal is disconnected

and then reconnected

After one minute, the alarm will automati-

cally stop with the starter circuit cut kept

on.

Reactivating the alarm

Once set, the system automatically resets

the alarm each time all the doors, trunk

and hood are closed after the alarm

stops.

The alarm will be activated again under

the following conditions:

If any of the doors, trunk or hood is

opened

If the battery terminal is disconnected

and then reconnected

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Stopping the alarm

Turn the ignition key from the “LOCK” to

“ON” position. The alarm will be stopped

with the starter circuit cut kept on. Stop-

ping the alarm in this manner will keep

the alarm from being reactivated when any

of the doors, trunk or hood is opened.

Interrupting the setting

With the system set, the trunk can be

opened with the key without activating or

cancelling the system. While it is open,

the doors and hood may be opened in

addition. However, when the battery termi-

nal is disconnected and then reconnected,

the system is activated.

To resume the setting, close and lock all

the doors, trunk and hood. The trunk must

be closed with the key removed.

CANCELLING THE SYSTEM

Unlock either front door with the key. This

cancels the system completely and the

starter circuit cut will be cancelled at

once.

INDICATOR LIGHT

The indicator light gives the following

three indications.

FLASHING—The system is set. You need

the key to open the doors, trunk and

hood.

ON—The system will automatically be set

when the time comes. The doors, trunk

and hood may be opened without a key.

OFF—The system is inactive. You may

open any door, trunk and hood.

TESTING THE SYSTEM

1. Open all the windows.

2. Set the system as described above.

The doors should be locked with the

key. Be sure to wait until the indicator

light starts flashing.

3. Unlock any door from the inside. The

system should activate the alarm.

4. Cancel the system by unlocking any of

the doors with the key.

5. Repeat this operation for the other

doors, trunk and hood. When testing on

the hood, also check that the system

is activated when the battery terminal

is disconnected and then reconnected.

If the system does not work properly,

have it checked by your Toyota dealer.

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Fuel tank cap

1. To open the fuel filler door, pull the

lever up.

When refueling, turn off the engine.

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.

2. To remove the fuel tank cap, turn

the cap slowly counterclockwise,

then pause slightly before removing

it. After removing the cap, hang it

on the cap hanger.

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 tightened se-

curely to prevent fuel spillage in

case of an accident.

Use only a genuine Toyota fuel tank

cap for replacement. It has a built-

in check valve to reduce fuel tank

vacuum.

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Electric moon roof

Sliding operation

Tilting operation

To operate the moon roof, use the

switches beside the personal light.

The moon roof works when the ignition

switch is in the “ON” position.

Sliding operation—

To open: Push the switch on the “SLIDE”

side.

To close: Push the switch on the opposite

side of the “SLIDE” side.

As a precaution when closing, the roof

stops at the half closed position before

fully closing. Therefore, release the switch

and then push it again to close it com-

pletely.

Tilting operation—

To tilt up: Push the switch on the “UP”

side.

To lower: Push the switch on the opposite

side of the “UP” side.

You may stop the moon roof at any de-

sired position. The roof will move while

the switch is being pushed and stop when

released except to slide open.

CAUTION

To avoid serious personal injury, you

must do the following.

While the vehicle is moving, always

keep the head, hands and other

parts of the body of all occupants

away from the roof opening. Other-

wise, you could be seriously injured

if the vehicle stops suddenly or if

the vehicle is involved in an acci-

dent.

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Always make sure nobody places

his/her head, hands and other parts

of the body in the roof opening be-

fore you close the roof. If some-

one’s neck, head or hands gets

caught in the closing roof, it could

result in a serious injury. When

anyone closes the roof, first make

sure it is safe to do so.

Never leave small children alone in

the vehicle, especially with the igni-

tion key still inserted. They could

use the moon roof switches and get

trapped in the roof opening. Unat-

tended children can become in-

volved in serious accidents.

Never sit on top of the vehicle

around the roof opening.

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OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND

CONTROLS

Seats, Seat belts, Steering wheel and Mirrors

Seats 24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Front seats 24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fold- down rear seat 26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Head restraints 28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Seat belts 29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SRS driver and front passenger airbags 38. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SRS side airbags 45. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Child restraint 50. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tilt steering wheel 71. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Outside rear view mirrors 71. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Anti- glare inside rear view mirro 72. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Vanity mirror 73. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION

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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 sitting on top of a

folded- down seatback, or in the

luggage compartment. Persons not

properly seated and/or properly re-

strained by seat belts can be se-

verely injured in the event of emer-

gency braking or a collision.

During driving, do not allow pas-

sengers to stand up or move

around between seats. Severe inju-

ries can occur in the event of emer-

gency braking or a collision.

CAUTION

The SRS side airbags are installed in

the driver and front passenger seats.

Observe the following precautions.

Do not lean against the front door

when the vehicle is in use. The side

airbag inflates with considerable

speed and force; you may be killed

or seriously injured.

Do not modify or replace the seats

or surface of the front seats with

the side airbags. Such changes may

disable the system or cause the

side airbags to inflate, resulting in

death or serious injury. Consult

your Toyota dealer.

Do not use accessories for the

seats which cover the parts where

the side airbags should inflate.

Such accessories may prevent the

side airbags from activating correct-

ly, causing death or serious injury.

Adjust the driver’s seat so that the foot

pedals, steering wheel and instrument

panel controls are within easy reach of

the driver.

CAUTION

Adjustments should not be made

while the vehicle is moving, as the

seat may unexpectedly move and

cause the driver to lose control of

the vehicle.

When adjusting the seat, be careful

not to hit the seat against a pas-

senger or luggage.

After adjusting the seat position,

try sliding it forward and backward

to make sure it is locked in posi-

tion.

After adjusting the seatback, exert

body pressure to make sure it is

locked in position.

Do not put objects under the seats

as they may interfere with the seat-

lock mechanism or unexpectedly

push up the seat position adjusting

lever; the seat may suddenly move,

causing the driver to lose control of

the vehicle.

Front seats—

—Front seat precautions

(with SRS side airbags) —Seat adjustment

precautions

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While adjusting the seat, do not put

your hands under the seat or near

the moving parts. You may catch

and injure your hands or fingers.

—Adjusting front seats

1. SEAT POSITION ADJUSTING LEVER

Pull the lever 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 you are

reclined, the lap belt may slide past

your hips and apply restraint forces

directly to the abdomen. Therefore, in

the event of a frontal collision, the

risk of personal injury may increase

with increasing recline of the seat-

back.

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Fold- down rear seat

(A) FOLDING DOWN REAR SEAT

1. To unlock the seatback, pull the le-

ver in the luggage compartment.

2. Fold down the seatback.

Each seatback may be folded separately.

On vehicles with built- in child restraint,

only the left seatback can be folded down.

This will enlarge the trunk as far as the

seatbacks. See “Luggage stowage precau-

tions” in Section 2 for precautions in load-

ing luggage.

NOTICE

Make sure the luggage loaded in the

enlarged trunk will not damage the

webbing of the rear center seat belt

when the left seatback is folded

down.

CAUTION

When returning the seatback to the

upright position:

Make sure the seat belts are not

twisted or caught in the seatback

and are arranged in the proper

position and are ready to use.

Make sure the seatback is securely

locked by pushing forward and rear-

ward on the top of the seatback.

Failure to do so will prevent seat

belt from operating properly.

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(B) PREVENTING DAMAGE TO REAR

CENTER SEAT BELT WEBBING

When folding down the left seatback, if

the luggage loaded in the enlarged

trunk will damage the webbing of the

rear center seat belt, disconnect the

rear center seat belt to prevent damage.

Insert the key into the hole (light gray)

on the buckle to release tab 1 (light

gray), and allow the belt to retract.

CAUTION

Disconnect the rear center seat belt

only under the above mentioned cir-

cumstances; do not disconnect it in

other circumstances.

Make sure the shoulder belt pass

through the guide when returning the

seatback up.

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Before returning the seatback to the

upright position, make sure to correctly

connect the center seat belt for ready

use.

Insert tab 1 (light gray) into the buckle

with light gray buckle- release button.

You will hear a click when the tab locks

into the buckle.

CAUTION

Be careful not to mix up the proper

match of tab and buckle. Do not

insert tab 1 (light gray) into other

buckle than the one with light gray

buckle release button. (See “Seat

belts” in this section for proper

matching of the buckles and tabs.)

After inserting the tab, make sure

the tab and buckle are locked.

Do not insert coins, clips, etc. in

the buckle as this may prevent you

from properly latching the tab and

buckle.

Make sure the belt is not twisted or

caught in the seatback and that it

is arranged in the proper position

for ready use.

If the seat belt does not function

normally, immediately contact your

Toyota dealer.

Head restraints

For your safety and comfort, adjust the

head restraint before driving.

To raise: Pull it up.

To lower: Push it down while pressing the

lock release button.

The head restraint is most effective when

it is close to your head. Therefore, using

a cushion on the seatback is not recom-

mended.

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CAUTION

Adjust the center of the head re-

straint so that it is closest to the

top of your ears.

After adjusting the head restraint,

make sure it is locked in position.

Do not drive with the head re-

straints removed.

Toyota strongly urges that the driver and

passengers 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.

Child. Use a child restraint system ap-

propriate for the child until the child be-

comes large enough to properly wear the

vehicle’s seat belts. See “Child restraint”

for details.

If a child is too large for a child restraint

system, the child should sit in the rear

seat and must be restrained using the

vehicle’s seat belt. According to accident

statistics, the child is safer when properly

restrained in the rear seat than in the

front seat.

If a child must sit in the front seat, the

seat belts should be worn properly. If an

accident 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 either rear or front seats. An

unrestrained child could suffer serious in-

jury or death during emergency braking or

a collision. Also, do not let the child sit

on your lap. It 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:

Seat belts—

—Seat belt precautions

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Use the belt for only one person at

a time. Do not use a single belt for

two or more people—even children.

Avoid reclining the seatbacks too

much. The seat belts provide maxi-

mum protection when the seatbacks

are in the upright position. (Refer

to the seat adjustment instructions.)

Be careful not to damage the belt

webbing or hardware. Take care that

they do not get caught or pinched

in the seat or 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.

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—they may severely weaken the

belts. (See “Cleaning the interior”

in Section 5.)

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.

Adjust the seat as needed (front seats

only) and sit up straight and well back

in the seat. To fasten your belt, pull it

out of the retractor 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.

—Front and rear seat belts

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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.

When a passenger’s 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” in this section.) To free the belt

again, fully retract the belt and then pull

the belt out once more.

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. It cannot

protect an adult occupant or your

child from injury.

Seat belts with an adjustable shoulder

anchor—

Adjust the shoulder anchor position to

your size.

To raise: Slide the anchor up.

To lower: Push in the lock release button

and slide the anchor down.

After adjustment make sure the anchor is

locked in position.

CAUTION

Always make sure the shoulder belt

is positioned across the center of

your shoulder. The belt should be

kept away from your neck, but not

falling off your shoulder. Failure to

do so could reduce the amount of

protection in an accident and cause

serious injures in a collision.

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Keep as low on

hips as possible

Too h igh

Take up

slack

Adjust the position of the lap and

shoulder belts.

Position the lap belt as low as possible

on your hips—not on your waist, then ad-

just it to a snug fit by pulling the shoulder

portion upward through the latch plate.

CAUTION

High- positioned lap belts and

loose- fitting belts both could in-

crease the chance of injury due to

sliding under the lap belt during an

accident or other unintended result.

Keep the lap belt as low on your

hips as possible.

For your safety, do not place the

shoulder belt under your arm.

To release the belt, press the buckle- re-

lease button and allow the belt to re-

tract.

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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REAR CENTER SEAT BELT (WITH

FOLD- DOWN SEAT)

The rear center seat belt is a 3- point type

restraint with 2 buckles. Both seat belt

buckles must be correctly located and se-

curely latched for proper operation

Make sure the buckle 1 (with light gray

buckle- release button) is securely latched

for ready use of the center seat belt.

The buckle 1 should be separated only

when the rear left seatback is folded

down, if the luggage loaded in the en-

larged trunk will damage the webbing of

the rear center seat belt. (See “Fold- down

rear seat” in this section for the instruc-

tion of how to correctly connect the seat

belt.)

Two buckles and tabs for rear center

seat belt

The two buckles for the rear center seat

belt are distinguished with colors of the

buckle release button. Also the two tabs

have different shape for its end so that

the belt is not buckled in the wrong place.

Buckle 1—Properly matches with light

gray tab

Buckle 2—Properly matches with interi-

or color tab

CAUTION

Make sure the both buckles are cor-

rectly located and securely latched.

Failure to properly match the buckle

and tab may cause severe injury in

case of an accident or a collision.

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CAUTION

Do not use the rear center seat belt

with either buckle released. Fastening

only the shoulder belt or lap belt may

cause severe personal injury in case

of sudden braking or a collision.

—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 so

that the dealer can order the proper re-

quired length for the extender. Bring the

heaviest coat you expect to wear for prop-

er measurement and selection of length.

Additional ordering information is available

at your Toyota dealer.

CAUTION

When using the seat belt extender,

observe the following. Failure to fol-

low these instructions could result in

less effectiveness of the seat belt re-

straint system in case of vehicle acci-

dent, increasing the chance of per-

sonal injury.

Never use the seat belt extender if

you can fasten the seat belt without

it.

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.

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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.

CAUTION

After inserting the tab, make sure

the tab and buckle are locked and

that the seat belt extender 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.

—Front seat belt pretensioners

The driver and front passenger’s seat

belt pretensioners are designed to be

activated in response to a severe fron-

tal impact.

When the airbag sensor detects the shock

of a severe frontal impact, the front seat

belt is quickly drawn back in by the re-

tractor so that the belt snugly restrains

the front seat occupants.

The seat belt pretensioners are activated

even with no passenger in the front seat.

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This indicator comes on when the igni-

tion key is turned to the “ACC” or

“ON” position. It goes off after about

6 seconds. This means the front seat

belt pretensioners are operating proper-

ly.

This warning light system monitors the

airbag sensor assembly, front airbag sen-

sors, seat belt pretensioner assemblies,

warning light, interconnecting wiring and

power sources. (For details, see “Service

reminder indicators and warning buzzers”

in Section 1- 5.)

The seat belt pretensioner system mainly

consists of the following components and

their locations are shown in the illustra-

tion.

1. Front airbag sensors

2. SRS warning light

3. Seat belt pretensioner assemblies

4. Airbag sensor assembly

The seat belt pretensioner is controlled by

the airbag sensor assembly. The airbag

sensor assembly consists of a safing sen-

sor and airbag sensor.

When a seat belt pretensioner is acti-

vated, an operating noise may be heard

and a small amount of smoke- like gas

may be released. This gas is harmless

and does not indicate that a fire is occur-

ring.

Once the seat belt pretensioner has been

activated, the seat belt retractor remains

locked.

CAUTION

Do not modify, remove, strike or open

the front seat belt pretensioner as-

semblies, airbag sensor or surround-

ing area or wiring. Doing any of

these may cause sudden operation of

the front seat belt pretensioners or

disable the system, which could re-

sult in serious injury.

Failure to follow these instructions

can result in serious injuries.

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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 two- way radio,

cassette tape player or compact

disc player



Repairs on or near the front 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



Repairs made on or near the front

fenders, front end structure or con-

sole

This front seat belt pretensioner system

has a service reminder indicator to inform

the driver of operating problems. If either

of the following conditions occurs, this

indicates a malfunction of the airbags or

pretensioners. 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 “ACC” or

“ON” position, or remains on.

The light comes on or flashes while

driving.

If either front seat belt does not retract

or can not be pulled out due to a

malfunction or activation of the preten-

sioner.

The front seat belt pretensioner assem-

bly or surrounding area has been dam-

aged.

The front part 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 front seat belt pretensioner assem-

bly 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

front passenger in addition to the pri-

mary 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 to reduce inju-

ries mainly to the driver’s or front passen-

ger’s head or chest directly hitting the

steering wheel or dashboard. The passen-

ger airbag is activated even with no pas-

senger in the front seat.

Be sure to wear your seat belt.

CAUTION

A driver or front passenger too close

to the steering wheel or dashboard

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 front passenger sit as far back

as possible from the dashboard.

All vehicle occupants be properly

restrained using the available seat

belts.

This indicator comes on when the igni-

tion key is turned to the “ACC” or

“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, inflators, warning light, interconnect-

ing wiring and power sources. (For details,

see “Service reminder indicators and

warning buzzers” in Section 1- 5.)

SRS driver and front

passenger airbags

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The SRS airbag system is designed to

activate in response to a severe frontal

impact within the shaded area between

the arrows in the illustration.

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

impacting straight into a fixed barrier that

does not move or deform.

If the severity of the impact is below the

above threshold level, the SRS airbags

may not deploy.

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 it is involved in an underride

collision (e.g. a collision in which the nose

of the vehicle “underrides”, or goes under,

the bed of a truck, etc.).

It is possible with collision severity at the

marginal level of airbag sensor detection

and activation that only one of your ve-

hicle’s two airbags will deploy.

For the safety of all occupants, always

wear your seat belts.

Collision from the rear

Vehicle rollover

Collision from the side

The SRS airbags are not designed to

inflate if the vehicle is involved in a

side or rear collision, if it rolls over, or

if it is involved in a low- speed frontal

collision.

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Hitting a curb, edge

of pavement or

hard material

Falling into or

jumping over a

deep hole

Landing hard or vehicle falling

The SRS airbags may deploy if a seri-

ous impact occurs to the underside of

your vehicle. Some examples are shown

in the illustration.

The SRS airbag system consists mainly of

the following components, and their loca-

tions are shown in the illustration.

1. Front airbag sensors

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.

In a severe frontal impact, sensors detect

deceleration and the system triggers the

airbag inflators. Then a chemical reaction

in the inflators quickly fills the airbags

with non- toxic gas to help restrain the

forward motion of the occupants.

When the airbags inflate, they produce a

fairly loud noise and release some smoke

and residue along with non- toxic gas. This

does not indicate a fire. This gas is nor-

mally harmless; however, for those who

have delicate skin, it may cause a minor

skin irritation. Be sure to wash off any

residue as soon as possible to prevent

any potential skin irritation.

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, it may also cause minor burns or

abrasions and swelling.

Parts of the airbag module (steering wheel

hub, dashboard) may be hot for several

minutes, but the airbags themselves will

not be hot. The airbags are designed to

inflate only once.

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A crash severe enough to inflate the air-

bags may break the windshield as the

vehicle buckles. In vehicles with a pas-

senger airbag the windshield may also be

damaged by absorbing some of the force

of the inflating airbag.

CAUTION

The SRS airbag system is designed

only as a supplement to the prima-

ry protection of the driver side and

front passenger side seat belt sys-

tems. The front seat occupants can

be killed or seriously injured by an

inflating airbag if they do not wear

the available seat belts. During sud-

den braking just before a collision,

an unrestrained driver or front 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 all passengers in the ve-

hicle must wear their seat belts.

Wearing a seat belt during an acci-

dent reduces the chances of death

or serious injury or being thrown

out of the vehicle. For instructions

and precautions concerning the seat

belt system, see “Seat belts” in this

section.

Improperly seated and/or restrained

infants and children can be killed

or seriously injured by a deploying

airbag. An infant or child who is

too small to use a seat belt should

be properly secured using a child

restraint system. Toyota strongly

recommends that all infants and

children be placed in the rear seat

of the vehicle and properly re-

strained. The rear seat is the safest

for infants and children. For in-

structions concerning the installa-

tion of a child restraint system, see

“Child restraint” in this section.

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Never put a rear- facing child re-

straint system on the front seat be-

cause the force of the rapid infla-

tion of the passenger airbag can

cause death or serious injury to the

child.

Move seat fully back

A forward- facing child restraint sys-

tem should be allowed to be put on

the front seat only when it is un-

avoidable. Always move the seat as

far back as possible, because the

force of a deploying airbag could

cause death or serious injury to the

child. On vehicles with side airbags,

do not allow the child to lean

against the front door or around

the front door even if the child is

seated in the child restraint system.

It is dangerous if the side airbag

inflates, and the impact could cause

death or serious injury to the child.

For instructions concerning the

installation of a child restraint sys-

tem, see “Child restraint” in this

section.

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Do not sit on the edge of the seat

or lean over the dashboard when

the vehicle is in use. The airbags

inflate with considerable speed and

force; you may be killed or serious-

ly injured. Sit up straight and well

back in the seat, and always use

your seat belt.

Do not allow a child to stand up,

or to kneel on the front passenger

seat. The airbag inflates with con-

siderable speed and force; 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 rear seat. For instruc-

tions concerning the installation of

a child restraint system, see “Child

restraint” in this section.

Do not put objects or your pets 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 rear-

ward by the force of deploying air-

bags. Likewise, the driver and front

passenger should not hold things 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, front passen-

ger airbag cover, front passenger

airbag or airbag sensor assembly.

Doing any of these may cause sud-

den SRS airbag inflation or disable

the system, which could result in

death or serious injury.

Failure to follow these instructions

can result in death or serious injury.

NOTICE

Do not perform any of the following

changes without consulting your

Toyota dealer. Such changes can

interfere with proper operation of the

SRS airbag system in some cases.



Installation of electronic devices

such as a mobile two- way 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 front

passenger’s airbag

This SRS airbag system has a service

reminder indicator to inform the driver of

operating problems. If either of the

following conditions occurs, this indicates

a malfunction of the airbags. 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 “ACC” or

“ON” position, or the light remains on.

The light comes on 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 part 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 front 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.

SRS side airbags

The SRS (Supplemental Restraint Sys-

tem) side airbags are designed to pro-

vide further protection for the driver

and front passenger in addition to the

primary safety protection provided by

the seat belts.

In response to a severe side impact, the

SRS side airbags work together with the

seat belts to help reduce injury by inflat-

ing. The SRS side airbags help to reduce

injuries mainly to the driver’s or front pas-

senger’s chest. The SRS side airbag on

the passenger seat is activated even with

no passenger in the front seat.

Be sure to wear your seat belt.

CAUTION

SRS side airbags inflate with consid-

erable force. To avoid potential death

or serious injury when they inflate,

the driver and front passenger must:

Wear their seat belts.

Remain properly seated with their

back upright and against the seat at

all times.

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This indicator comes on when the igni-

tion key is turned to the “ACC” or

“ON” position. It goes off after about

6 seconds. This means the SRS side

airbags are operating properly.

This warning light system monitors the

airbag sensor assembly, side airbag sen-

sor assemblies, inflators, warning light, in-

terconnecting wiring and power sources.

(For details, see “Service reminder indica-

tors and warning buzzers” in Section 1- 5.)

The SRS side airbag system may not

inflate if the vehicle is subjected to a

collision from the side at certain

angles, or a collision to the side of the

vehicle body other than the passenger

compartment as shown in the illustra-

tion.

The SRS side airbags are designed to

inflate when the passenger compartment

area suffers a severe impact from the

side.

For the safety of all occupants, always

wear your seat belts.

Collision from the rear

Collision from the front

Vehicle rollover

The SRS side airbags are not designed

to inflate if the vehicle is involved in a

front or rear collision, if it rolls over,

or if it is involved in a low- speed side

collision.

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The SRS side airbag system consists

mainly of the following components, and

their locations are shown in the illustra-

tion.

1. SRS warning light

2. Side airbag modules (airbag and inflat-

or)

3. Side airbag sensor assemblies

4. Airbag sensor assembly

The SRS side airbag system is controlled

by the airbag sensor assembly. The airbag

sensor assembly consists of a safing sen-

sor and airbag sensor.

In a severe side impact, the side airbag

sensor triggers the side airbag inflators.

Then a chemical reaction in the inflators

quickly fills the airbags with non- toxic gas

to help restrain the lateral motion of the

occupants.

When the airbags inflate, they produce a

fairly loud noise and release some smoke

and residue along with non- toxic gas. This

does not indicate a fire. This gas is nor-

mally harmless; however, for those who

have delicate skin, it may cause a minor

skin irritation. Be sure to wash off any

residue as soon as possible to prevent

any potential skin irritation.

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, it may also cause minor burns or

abrasions and swelling.

Front seats may be hot for several min-

utes, but the airbags themselves will not

be hot. The airbags are designed to inflate

only once.

CAUTION

The SRS side airbag system is de-

signed only as a supplement to the

primary protection of the driver

side and front passenger side seat

belt systems. To ensure maximum

protection in an accident, the driver

and all passengers in the vehicle

must wear their seat belts. Wearing

a seat belt during an accident re-

duces the chances of death or seri-

ous injury or being thrown out of

the vehicle. For instructions and

precautions concerning the seat

belt system, see “Seat belts” in this

section.

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Improperly seated and/or restrained

infants and children can be killed

or seriously injured by a deploying

airbag. An infant or child who is

too small to use a seat belt should

be properly secured using a child

restraint system. Toyota strongly

recommends that all infants and

children be placed in the rear seat

of the vehicle and properly re-

strained. The rear seat is the safest

for infants and children. For in-

structions concerning the installa-

tion of a child restraint system, see

“Child restraint” in this section.

Do not allow a child to lean his/her

head or any part of his/her body

against the front door or the area

of the seat from which the side air-

bag deploys even if he/she is

seated in the child restraint system.

It is dangerous if the side airbag

inflates, and the impact could cause

death or serious injury to the child.

For instructions concerning the

installation of a child restraint sys-

tem, see “Child restraint” in this

section.

Do not lean against the front door

when the vehicle is in use. The side

airbag inflates with considerable

speed and force; you may be killed

or be seriously injured.

Do not apply excessive weight to

the outer side of the front seats on

vehicles with side airbags.

Do not attach a cup holder or any

other device or object on or around

the door. When the side airbag in-

flates, the cup holder or any other

device or object will be thrown with

great force or the side airbag may

not activate correctly, resulting in

death or serious injury. Likewise,

the driver and front passenger

should not hold things in their

arms or on their knees.

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Do not use accessories for the

seats which cover the parts where

the side airbags inflate. Such acces-

sories may prevent the side airbags

from activating correctly, causing

death or serious injury.

Do not modify or replace the seats

or upholstery of the front seats

with the side airbags. Such changes

may disable the system or cause

the side airbags to inflate acciden-

tally, resulting in death or serious

injury. Consult your Toyota dealer if

you consider modifications of this

kind.

Failure to follow these instructions

can result in death or serious injury.

NOTICE

Do not perform any of the following

changes without consulting your

Toyota dealer. Such changes can

interfere with proper operation of the

SRS airbag system in some cases.



Installation of electronic devices

such as a mobile two- way radio,

cassette tape player or compact

disc player



Modification of the suspension sys-

tem



Modification of the side structure of

the passenger compartment



Repairs made on or near the con-

sole or front seat

This SRS side airbag system has a

service reminder indicator to inform the

driver of operating problems. If either of

the following conditions occurs, this

indicates a malfunction of the airbags.

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 “ACC” or

“ON” position, or the light remains on.

The light comes on or flashes while

driving.

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In the following cases, contact your Toyota

dealer as soon as possible:

The SRS side airbags have been in-

flated.

The portion of the doors (shaded in the

illustration) were involved in an acci-

dent that was not severe enough to

cause the SRS side airbags to inflate.

The surface of the seats with the side

airbag (shaded in the illustration) is

scratched, cracked, or otherwise dam-

aged.

NOTICE

Do not disconnect the battery cables

before contacting your Toyota dealer.

Toyota strongly urges the use of child

restraint systems for children small

enough to use them.

The laws of all fifty states in the U.S.A.

and Canada now require the use of a

child restraint system.

Your vehicle conforms to SAE J1819.

If a child is too large for a child restraint

system, the child should sit in the rear

seat and must be restrained using the

vehicle’s seat belt. See “Seat belts” for

details.

CAUTION

For effective protection in automo-

bile accidents and sudden stops,

children must be properly re-

strained 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 sub-

stitute for a child restraint system.

In an accident, the child can be

crushed against the windshield, or

between you and the vehicle’s inte-

rior.

Child restraint—

—Child restraint precautions

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Toyota strongly urges use of a

proper child restraint system which

conforms to the size of the child,

and is put on the rear seat. Accord-

ing to accident statistics, the child

is safer when properly restrained in

the rear seat than in the front seat.

Never put a rear- facing child re-

straint system on the front seat. In

the event of an accident, the force

of the rapid inflation of the airbag

can cause death or serious injury if

a rear- facing child restraint system

is put on the front seat.

Unless it is unavoidable, do not put

a forward- facing child restraint sys-

tem on the front seat.

A forward- facing child restraint sys-

tem should be allowed to be put on

the front seat only when it is un-

avoidable. Always move the seat as

far back as possible, because the

force of a deploying airbag could

cause death or serious injury to the

child. On vehicles with side airbags,

do not allow the child to lean

against the front door or around

the front door even if the child is

seated in the child restraint system.

It is dangerous if the side airbag

inflates, and the impact could cause

death or serious injury to the child.

Make sure that you have complied

with all installation instructions pro-

vided by the child restraint

manufacturer and that the system is

properly secured.

—Child restraint system

A child restraint system for a small

child or baby must itself be properly

restrained on the seat with the lap por-

tion of the lap/shoulder belt. You must

carefully consult the manufacturer’s

instructions which accompany the child

restraint system.

To provide proper restraint, use a child

restraint system following the manufactur-

er’s 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 of the system.

The child restraint system should be

installed on the rear seat. According to

accident statistics, the child is safer when

properly restrained in the rear seat than

in the front seat.

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CAUTION

Never put a rear- facing child re-

straint system on the front seat. In

the event of an accident, the force

of the rapid inflation of the airbag

can cause death or serious injury if

a rear- facing child restraint system

is put on the front seat.

Unless it is unavoidable, do not put

a forward- facing child restraint sys-

tem on the front seat.

A forward- facing child restraint sys-

tem should be allowed to be put on

the front seat only when it is un-

avoidable. Always move the seat as

far back as possible, because the

force of a deploying airbag could

cause death or serious injury to the

child. On vehicles with side airbags,

do not allow the child to lean

against the front door or around

the front door even if the child is

seated in the child restraint system.

It is dangerous if the side airbag

inflates, and the impact could cause

death or serious injury to the child.

After installing the child restraint

system, make sure it is secured in

place following the manufacturer’s

instructions. If it is not restrained

securely, it may cause death or se-

rious injury to the child in the

event of a sudden stop or accident.

When not using the child restraint system,

keep it secured with the seat belt or place

it in the trunk or somewhere other than

the passenger compartment. This will pre-

vent it from injuring passengers in the

event of a sudden stop or accident.

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” in

this section.

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—Built- in child restraint

The built- in child restraint system mainly

consists of a child seat integrated in the

rear seat and 5- point seat belts. Refer to

the illustration to become familiar with the

parts of the system. This child restraint

system conforms to U.S. Motor Vehicle

Safety Standard No.213 and Canada Motor

Vehicle Safety Standard No.213.4.

1. Head restraint lock release button

2. Shoulder pads

3. Shoulder belts

4. Head restraint

5. Maximum shoulder height indicator

label

6. Removable pad

7. Seat belt buckle

8. Seat belt release strap (black)

9. Seat belt adjustment strap (gray tab)

10. Child seat cushion

11. Seat belt buckle release button

12. Seat belt tabs

13. Owner’s manual supplement

14. Shoulder belt clip

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This child restraint is designed for use

only by children who weigh between 10

and 30 kg (22.1 and 66.1 pounds), and

whose height is between 85 and 127 cm

(33.5 and 50.0 inches).

The child should be at least one year

old and must be capable of sitting up-

right alone and whose shoulder height

is at or below the maximum shoulder

height indicator.

It is important to use a rear- facing

child restraint until the child is about

a year old. A rear- facing restraint gives

the child’s head, neck and body the

support they would need in a crash.

See “—Child restraint system” for more

information.

If your child’s shoulders are above the

indicator position, do not use the built-

in child restraint. Your child should use

the vehicle’s seat belts.

According to accident statistics, children

are safer when properly restrained in the

rear seat than in the front seat.

CAUTION

Make sure the child is securely re-

strained with the built- in child re-

straint. WARNING! Failure to follow

the manufacturer’s instructions on the

use of this child restraint system can

result in your child striking the ve-

hicle’s interior during a sudden stop

or crash. Snugly adjust the belts pro-

vided with this child restraint around

your child.

When using the built- in child re-

straint, observe the following:

Use the belts for only one child at

a time. Do not use the belts for two

or more children.

Be careful not to damage the belt

webbing or hardware. Take care that

they do not get caught or pinched

in the seatback.

Inspect the belt system periodically.

Check for cuts, fraying, and loose

parts. Damaged parts should be re-

placed. Do not disassemble or

modify the child restraint belt sys-

tem.

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—they may severely weaken the

belts.

Replace the built- in child restraint

assembly if it has been used in a

severe impact. The entire assembly

should be replaced even if damage

is not obvious.

Do not use a separate child re-

straint system over the opened

built- in child restraint.

When the built- in child restraint is

in use, do not use the adult lap and

shoulder belt instead of the built- in

child restraint seat belt as it can

cause severe injury to the child in

a sudden stop or crash.

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1. Separate the fastener tapes under

the right rear seatback and fold the

separated part of the seatback down

while lowering it.

2. Unlock and remove the head re-

straint, then reinstall it facing back-

ward.

CAUTION

When using the built- in child re-

straint, the head restraint must be

stored in reverse.

3. While pulling the seat belt release

strap (black), pull both shoulder

belts together.

Pull the seat belt release strap from

above at about 45angle to the child seat

cushion.

If the shoulder belts cannot be pulled out,

return the child seat cushion to an almost

closed position, firmly pull the seat belt

release strap and at the same time pull

both shoulder belts, then lower the child

seat cushion again.

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4. Compress the shoulder belt clip to

separate the right and left shoulder

belts.

5. Pull down the seatback part of the

removable pad. Make sure the child’s

shoulders are at or below the maxi-

mum shoulder height indicator label.

The removable pad is attached by fasten-

er tapes.

CAUTION

If your child’s shoulders are above

the maximum shoulder height indica-

tor label, do not use the built- in child

restraint. Your child should use the

adult lap and shoulder belt.

6. Press the removable pad against the

fastener tapes and install the pad to

the seatback. Make sure the belts go

through the slots in the pad.

CAUTION

If you have removed the removable

pad for cleaning etc., do not use the

built- in child restraint without the

pad.

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7. Sit the child on the child seat. Place

a shoulder belt over each shoulder.

Insert the tabs into the buckle.

CAUTION

When the built- in child restraint is

in use, do not use the adult lap and

shoulder belt instead of the built- in

child restraint seat belt as it can

cause severe injury to the child in

a sudden stop or crash.

After inserting the tabs, make sure

the tabs and buckle are locked and

that the shoulder belts and buckle

strap are not twisted.

Do not insert coins, clips, etc. in

the buckle as this may prevent you

from properly latching the tabs and

buckle.

If the seat belt does not function

normally, it cannot protect your

child from injury. Contact your

Toyota dealer immediately. Do not

use the built- in child restraint until

the seat belt is fixed.

8. Adjust the shoulder pads.

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9. Fasten the shoulder belt clip.

The purpose of the clip is to keep the

shoulder belts positioned correctly on the

shoulders.

CAUTION

An unfastened shoulder belt clip will

not help keep the belts on the child’s

shoulders. In a sudden stop or crash,

the child may go too far forward and

be seriously injured. Make sure the

belt clip is fastened at all times.

10. Pull the seat belt adjustment strap

(gray tab) firmly until the shoulder

belts are snugly adjusted around the

child’s shoulders.

You should not be able to put more than

two fingers between a shoulder belt and

the child’s chest.

After adjusting the shoulder belt tightness,

move the shoulder belt clip 5 to 8 cm (2

to 3 in.) below the child’s chin. On each

belt, the shoulder part should be centered

on the child’s shoulder. The belts should

be away from the child’s face and neck,

but not falling off the child’s shoulders.

11. To release the child from the seat

belts, separate the shoulder belts

then press the buckle release button.

Move both belts off the child’s shoulders.

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12. To store the built- in child restraint,

fasten the shoulder belt clip and re-

turn the seat belt buckle using the

fastener tapes. Fold up the seat belt

adjustment strap (gray tab) in the

seat so that the edge of the strap

does not come out the raised child

restraint cushion. Raise the child re-

straint cushion and reinstall the

head restraint correctly by inserting

the posts into the holes.

CAUTION

Before using the vehicle’s seat belt,

make sure the head restraint is rein-

stalled to its normal position. Do not

occupy this position unless the head

restraint is reinstalled as serious inju-

ry may result.

Child restraint systems are classified into

the following 3 types depending on the

child’s age and size.

(A) Infant seat

(B) Convertible seat

Install the child restraint system following

the instructions provided by its manufac-

turer.

—Types of child restraint

system

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(A) Infant seat

(B) Convertible seat

An infant seat is used in rear- facing

position only.

—Installation with 3- point

type seat belt

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CAUTION

Never put rear- facing child restraint

system on the front seat because

the force of the rapid inflation of

the passenger airbag can cause

death or serious injury to the child.

Do not put a rear- facing child re-

straint system on the rear seat if it

interferes with the lock mechanism

of the front seats. This can cause

severe injury to the child and front

passenger in case of sudden brak-

ing or a collision.

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.

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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 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, it cannot protect your

child from injury. Contact your

Toyota dealer immediately. Do not

use the seat until the seat belt is

fixed.

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.

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.

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.

(B) CONVERTIBLE SEAT INSTALLATION

A convertible seat is used in forward-

facing and rear- facing position depend-

ing on the child’s age and size. When

installing, follow the manufacturer’s in-

structions about the applicable child’s

age and size as well as directions for

installing a child restraint system.

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CAUTION

Never put a rear- facing child re-

straint system on the front seat be-

cause the force of the rapid infla-

tion of the passenger airbag can

cause death or serious injury to the

child.

Move seat fully back

A forward- facing child restraint sys-

tem should be allowed to be put on

the front seat only when it is un-

avoidable. Always move the seat as

far back as possible, because the

force of a deploying airbag could

cause death or serious injury to the

child. On vehicles with side airbags,

do not allow the child to lean

against the front door or around

the front door even if the child is

seated in the child restraint system.

It is dangerous if the side airbag

inflates, and the impact could cause

death or serious injury to the child.

Do not put a rear- facing child re-

straint system on the rear seat if it

interferes with the lock mechanism

of the front seats. This can cause

severe injury to the child and front

passenger in case of sudden brak-

ing or a collision.

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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.

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 you

from properly latching the tab and

buckle.

If the seat belt does not function

normally, it cannot protect your

child from injury. Contact your

Toyota dealer immediately. Do not

use the seat until the seat belt is

fixed.

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 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.

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.

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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A booster seat is used in forward- fac-

ing position only.

Move seat fully back

CAUTION

A forward- facing child restraint sys-

tem should be allowed to be put on

the front seat only when it is un-

avoidable. Always move the seat as

far back as possible, because the

force of a deploying airbag could

cause death or serious injury to the

child. On vehicles with side airbags,

do not allow the child to lean against

the front door or around the front

door even if the child is seated in the

child restraint system. It is dangerous

if the side airbag inflates, and the

impact could cause death or serious

injury to the child.

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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 child fol-

lowing 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 child’s shoulder and that the

lap belt is positioned as low as possible

on child’s hips. See “Seat belts” for de-

tails.

CAUTION

Always make sure the shoulder belt

is positioned across the center of

child’s shoulder. The belt should be

kept away from child’s neck, but

not falling off child’s shoulder. Fail-

ure to do so could reduce the

amount of protection in an accident

and cause serious injuries in a col-

lision.

Both high- positioned lap belts and

loose- fitting belts could cause seri-

ous injuries due to sliding under

the lap belt during a collision or

other unintended result. Keep the

lap belt as low on hips as possible.

For child’s safety, do not place the

shoulder belt under child’s 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 you

from properly latching the tab and

buckle.

If the seat belt does not function

normally, it cannot protect your

child from injury. Contact your

Toyota dealer immediately. Do not

use the seat until the seat belt is

fixed.

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2. To remove the child restraint system,

press the buckle- release button and al-

low the belt to retract.

—Using a top strap

Follow the procedure below for a child

restraint system that requires the use

of a top strap.

Anchor brackets

Use the anchor bracket on the package

tray behind the rear seat to attach the top

strap.

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TO USE THE ANCHOR BRACKET:

1. Outside anchor brackets only—

Remove the head restraint.

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” in this

section.

CAUTION

Make sure the top strap is securely

latched, and check that the child re-

straint system is secure by pushing

and pulling it in different directions.

3. Outside anchor brackets only—

Replace the head restraint.

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Tilt steering wheel

To change the steering wheel angle,

hold the steering wheel, push down the

lock release lever, tilt the steering

wheel to the desired angle and return

the lever to its original position.

When the steering wheel is in a low posi-

tion, it will spring up as you release the

lock release lever.

CAUTION

Do not adjust the steering wheel

while the vehicle is moving.

After adjusting the steering wheel,

try moving it up and down to make

sure it is locked in position.

Outside rear view mirrors—

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 passenger’s side.

It is a convex mirror with a curved sur-

face. Any object seen in a convex mirror

will look smaller and farther away than

when seen in a flat mirror.

CAUTION

Do not adjust the mirror while the

vehicle is moving. It may cause the

driver to mishandle the vehicle and

an accident may occur resulting in

personal injuries.

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To adjust the rear view mirror, simply

operate the control lever.

NOTICE

If ice should jam the mirror, do not

operate the control or scrape the mir-

ror face. Use a spray de- icer to free

the mirror.

To adjust a mirror, use the switches.

1. Master switch—To select the mirror to

be adjusted

Place the switch at “L” (left) or “R” (right).

2. Control switch—To move the mir-

ror Push the switch in the desired

direction.

Mirror can be adjusted when 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 de- icer to free

the mirror.

Adjust the mirror so you can just see

the rear of your vehicle in the mirror.

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 driving—Lever at position 1

The reflection in the mirror has greater

clarity at this position.

Night driving—Lever at position 2

Remember that by reducing glare you also

lose some rear view clarity.

—Rear view mirror remote

control —Power rear view mirror

control Anti- glare inside rear view

mirror

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CAUTION

Do not adjust the mirror while the

vehicle is moving. It may cause the

driver to mishandle the vehicle and

an accident may occur resulting in

personal injuries.

Vanity mirror

To use the vanity mirror for the driver,

swing down the sun visor and slide the

cover.

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OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND

CONTROLS

Lights, Wipers and Defogger

Headlights and turn signals 76. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Emergency flashers 77. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Instrument panel light control 78. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Interior light 78. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Ignition switch light 79. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Personal light 79. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Windshield wipers and washer 79. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Rear window defogger 80. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION

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Headlights and turn signals

HEADLIGHTS

To turn on the following lights: Twist

the headlight/turn signal lever knob.

Position 1—Parking, tail, license plate,

side marker and instrument panel lights

Position 2—Headlights and all of the

above

Light reminder buzzer

A buzzer will remind you to turn the lights

off when the driver’s 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 headlights turn on at reduced intensi-

ty when the parking brake is released with

the engine started, even with the light

switch in the “OFF” position. They will not

go off until the ignition switch is turned

off.

To turn on the other exterior lights and

instrument panel lights, twist the knob to

the position 1.

Twist the knob to the position 2 to turn

the headlights to full intensity for driving

at night.

Vehicles for the U. S. A.: The headlights

automatically turn to full intensity in the

twilight even with the light switch in the

“OFF” position.

The daytime running light control sensor

is on the top of the driver’s side instru-

ment panel.

Do not place anything on the instrument

panel, and/or do not affix anything on the

windshield to block this sensor.

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High- Low beams—For 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”.

TURN SIGNALS

To signal a turn, push the headlight/

turn signal lever up or down to position

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.

Emergency flashers

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.

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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.

Instrument panel light control

To adjust the brightness of the instru-

ment panel lights, turn the knob.

Interior light

To turn on the interior light, slide the

switch.

The interior light switch has the following

positions:

“ON”—Keeps the light on all the time.

“OFF”—Turns the light off.

“DOOR”—Turns the light on when any of

the door is opened. The light remains on

for a certain time after all the doors are

closed. When all the doors are locked or

the ignition switch is turned to “ACC” or

“ON” after all the doors are closed, the

light fades out.

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Ignition switch light

For easy access to the ignition switch,

the ignition switch light comes on when

any of the doors are opened.

The light remains on for a certain time

after all the doors are closed. When all

the doors are locked or the ignition switch

is turned to “ACC” or “ON” after all the

doors are closed, the light fades out.

Personal light

To turn on the personal light, push the

switch. To turn it off, push the switch

once again.

Type A

Type B

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.

Type A—

Lever position Speed setting

Position 1 Slow

Position 2 Fast

For a single sweep of the windshield,

push the lever up and release it.

Type B—

Lever position Speed setting

Position 1 Intermittent

Position 2 Slow

Position 3 Fast

With interval adjuster: The “INT TIME”

band lets you adjust the wiping time inter-

val when the wiper lever is in the intermit-

tent 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.

With interval adjuster: 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” in Section 7- 3.

In freezing weather, warm the windshield

with the defroster before using the washer.

This will help prevent the washer fluid

from freezing on your 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

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 sur-

faces. An indicator light will illuminate to

indicate the defogger is operating.

Push the switch once again to turn the

defogger off.

On some models, the system will automat-

ically shut off after the defogger has oper-

ated 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 stop- and-

go driving. The defogger is not designed

for drying rain water or for melting snow.

NOTICE



Without timer: To prevent the bat-

tery from being discharged, turn the

switch on when the engine is run-

ning.



When cleaning the inside of the

rear window, be careful not to

scratch or damage the heater wires.

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OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND

CONTROLS

Gauges, Meters and Service reminder indicators

Fuel gauge 84. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Engine coolant temperature gaug 84. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tachometer 85. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Odometer and two trip meters 86. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Thermometer 86. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Service reminder indicators and warning buzzer 87. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION

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Fuel gauge

Type A

Type B

The gauge works when the ignition

switch is on and indicates the approxi-

mate quantity of fuel remaining in the

tank.

Nearly full—Needle at “F”

Nearly empty—Needle at “E”

It is a good idea to keep the tank over

1/4 full.

This fuel gauge has a non- return type

needle which remains at the last indicated

position when the ignition switch is turned

off.

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.

Type A

Type B

Engine coolant temperature

gauge

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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 into the red zone,

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 stop- and- go traffic.

Towing a trailer.

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 ve-

hicle overheats” in Section 4.

Tachometer

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.

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Odometer and two trip meters

This meter displays the odometer and

two trip meters.

1. Odometer—Shows the total distance

the vehicle has been driven.

2. Two trip meters—Show 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.

3. Trip meter reset knob—Resets 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 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.

Thermometer

Type A

Type B

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The thermometer indicates the outside

air temperature.

The key must be in the “ON” position.

If there is some abnormality in the con-

nection of the outside air temperature sen-

sor, “- E” or “E” will appear on the display.

If “- E” or “E” appears on the display,

contact your Toyota dealer.

(a) If parking brake

is off, stop

immediately and

contact Toyota

dealer.

(b) Fasten seat belt.

If the indicator or

buzzer comes on...

(d) Take vehicle to

Toyota dealer.

(e) Fill up tank.

(type A)

(type B)

(indicator and buzzer)

Do this.

(f) Stop and check.

(g) Take vehicle to

Toyota dealer.

(h) Close all doors.

(i) Take vehicle to

Toyota dealer

immediately.

(type A)

(type B)

(j) Add washer

fluid.

If the indicator or

buzzer comes on... Do this.

Service reminder indicators

and warning buzzers

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(k) Remove key.Key reminder

buzzer

(l) Turn off lights.Light reminder

buzzer

If the indicator or

buzzer comes on... Do this. (a) Brake System Warning Light

This light comes on in the following cases

when the ignition key is turned on.

When the parking brake is applied...

When the brake fluid level is low...

Have your vehicle checked at your

Toyota dealer in the following cases:

The light does not come on even if the

parking brake is applied with the igni-

tion “ON”.

CAUTION

If the light does not go out even after

the parking brake is released during

the engine running, immediately stop

your vehicle at a safe place and con-

tact your Toyota dealer. In this case,

the brakes may not work properly and

your stopping distance will be longer.

Depress the brake pedal firmly.

(b) Seat Belt Reminder Light and

Buzzer

This light and buzzer remind you to

buckle up the driver’s seat belt.

Once the ignition key is turned to “ON” or

“START”, the reminder light flashes and

buzzer sounds if the driver’s seat belt is

not pulled out. Unless the driver starts to

pull the shoulder belt out of the retractor,

the light keeps flashing and the buzzer

stops after about 4 to 8 seconds.

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.

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(d) Malfunction Indicator Lamp

This lamp comes on in the following

cases.

a. The fuel tank is completely empty. (See

“Fuel gauge” in Section 1- 5 for instruc-

tions.)

b. The fuel tank cap is not tightened se-

curely. (See “Fuel tank cap” in Section

1- 2 for instructions.)

c. There is a problem somewhere in your

engine or automatic transmission electrical

system.

If it comes on while you are driving in

case c, have your vehicle checked/re-

paired by your Toyota dealer as soon as

possible.

(e) 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.

(f) Low 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 on—even for one block.

It may ruin the engine.

(g) “ABS” Warning Light

This light comes on with the ignition key

turned to “ON”. If the anti- lock brake sys-

tem works properly, the light goes out

after a few seconds. Thereafter, if the

system malfunctions, the light comes on.

When the “ABS” warning light is on (and

the brake system warning light is off), the

anti- lock 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

anti- lock brake system does not operate

so that the wheels could lock up during

a sudden braking or braking on slippery

road surfaces.

If the following conditions occur, 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 with the

ignition key turned to “ON”, or remains

on.

The light comes on while driving.

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If the light lit during driving goes out and

does not come on again, it is a normal

operation.

(h) Open Door Warning Light

This light remains on until all the doors

are completely closed.

(i) SRS Warning Light

This light will come on when the igni-

tion key is turned to the “ACC” or

“ON” position. After about 6 seconds,

the light will go off. This means the

system of the airbag and front seat belt

pretensioners are operating properly.

The warning light system monitors the air-

bag sensor assemblies, 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 “ACC” or

“ON” position or remains on.

The light comes on or flashes while

driving.

(j) Low Windshield Washer Fluid Level

Warning Light

The light warns that the windshield washer

fluid level is too low. Add washer fluid at

your earliest opportunity. (For instructions,

see “Adding washer fluid” in Section 7- 3.)

(k) Key Reminder Buzzer

This buzzer reminds you to remove the

key when you open the driver’s door with

the ignition key in the “ACC” or “LOCK”

position.

(l) Light Reminder Buzzer

This buzzer will sound if the head light

switch is left on and the driver’s door is

opened with the key removed from the

ignition switch.

CHECKING SERVICE REMINDER INDICA-

TORS (except the low fuel level warning

light and low windshield washer fluid

level warning light)

1. Apply the parking brake.

2. Open one of the doors.

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 “ACC”.

The SRS warning light should come on.

It goes off after about 6 seconds.

5. Turn the ignition key to “ON”, but do

not start the engine.

All the service reminder indicators ex-

cept the open door warning light and

SRS warning light should come on. The

“ABS” warning light goes off after a

few seconds.

If any service reminder indicator or warn-

ing buzzer does not function as described

above, either the bulb is burned out or the

circuit is in need of repair. 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 92. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Automatic transmission 93. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Manual transmission 100. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Parking brake 101. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Cruise control 102. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION

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“START”—Starter motor on. The key

will return to the “ON” position when

released.

For starting tips, see Section 3.

“ON”—Engine on and all accessories

on.

This is the normal driving position.

“ACC”—Accessories such as the radio

operate, but the engine is off.

If you leave the key in the “ACC” or

“LOCK” position and open the driver’s

door, a buzzer will remind you to remove

the key.

“LOCK”—Engine 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 the key

from “ACC” to the “LOCK” position. On

vehicles with an automatic transmission,

the selector lever must be put in the “P”

position before pushing the key.

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

For manual transmission:

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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Your automatic transmission has a shift

lock system to minimize the possibility of

incorrect operation. This means you can

only shift out of “P” position when the

brake pedal is depressed (with the ignition

switch in “ON” position and the lock re-

lease button depressed).

(a) Selector lever

The shift position is also displayed on the

instrument cluster.

P: Parking, engine starting and

key removal

R: Reverse

N: Neutral

D: Normal driving

2: Stronger engine braking

L: Maximum engine braking

Automatic transmission

3- speed

Lock release button

To prevent misshifting

With the brake pedal depressed,

shift while holding the lock

release button in. (The ignition

switch must be in “ON” position.)

Shift while holding the

lock release button in.

Shift normally.

Selector lever

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(b) Normal driving

1. Start the engine as instructed in “How

to start the engine” in Section 3. The

transmission must be in “P” or “N”.

2. With your foot holding down the brake

pedal, shift the selector lever to “D”.

When the lever is in the “D” position, the

automatic transmission system will select

the most suitable gear for running condi-

tions such as normal cruising, hill climb-

ing, hard towing, etc.

CAUTION

Never put your foot on the accelera-

tor pedal while shifting.

3. Release the parking brake and brake

pedal. Depress the accelerator pedal

slowly for smooth starting.

To use engine braking, you can downshift

the transmission as follows:

Shift into the “2” position when the

vehicle speed is lower than 110 km/h

(68 mph). The transmission will down-

shift to the second gear and stronger

engine braking will be enabled.

Shift into the “L” position when the

vehicle speed is lower than 49 km/h

(30 mph). The transmission will down-

shift to the first gear and maximum

engine braking will be enabled.

CAUTION

Be careful when downshifting on a

slippery surface. Abrupt shifting

could cause the vehicle to spin or

skid.

(d) Using “2” and “L” position

The “2” and “L” positions are used for

strong engine braking as described pre-

viously.

With the selector lever in “2” or “L”, you

can start the vehicle in motion as with the

lever in “D”.

With the selector lever in “2”, the vehicle

will start in the first gear and automatical-

ly shift to second gear.

With the selector lever in “L”, the trans-

mission is engaged in first gear.

NOTICE



Be careful not to overrev the en-

gine. Watch the tachometer to keep

engine rpm from going into the red

zone. The approximate maximum al-

lowable speed for each position is

given below for your reference:

“2” 131 km/h (81 mph). . . . . . . . . . .

“L” 72 km/h (44 mph). . . . . . . . . . .



Do not continue hill climbing or

hard towing for a long time in the

“2” or “L” position. This may cause

severe automatic transmission dam-

age from overheating. To prevent

such damage, “D” position should

be used in hill climbing or hard

towing.

(e) Backing up

1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop.

2. With the brake pedal held down with

your foot, shift the selector lever to the

“R” position.

NOTICE

Never shift into reverse while the ve-

hicle is moving.

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(f) Parking

1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop.

2. Pull the parking brake lever up fully to

securely apply the parking brake.

3. With the brake pedal pressed down,

shift the selector lever to the “P” posi-

tion.

CAUTION

Never attempt to move the selector

lever into “P” position under any cir-

cumstances while the vehicle is mov-

ing. Serious mechanical damage and

loss of vehicle control may result.

(g) Good driving practice

CAUTION

Always keep your foot on the brake

pedal while stopped with the engine

running. This prevents the vehicle

from creeping.

NOTICE

Do not hold the vehicle on an up-

grade with the accelerator pedal. It

can cause the transmission to over-

heat. Always use the brake pedal or

parking brake.

(h) Rocking your vehicle if stuck

CAUTION

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. Do

not attempt this procedure if people

or objects are anywhere near the ve-

hicle. During the rocking operation

the vehicle may suddenly move for-

ward or backward as it becomes un-

stuck, causing injury or damage to

nearby people or objects.

NOTICE

If your 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.

(i) If you cannot shift the selector le-

ver out of “P” position

If you cannot shift the selector lever from

“P” position even though the brake pedal

is depressed, use the shift lock override

button. For instructions, see “If you cannot

shift automatic transmission selector lever”

in Section 4.

2000 Corolla(U)

Your automatic transmission has a shift

lock system to minimize the possibility of

incorrect operation. This means you can

only shift out of “P” position when the

brake pedal is depressed (with the ignition

switch in “ON” position and the lock re-

lease button depressed).

(a) Selector lever

The shift position is also displayed on the

instrument cluster.

P: Parking, engine starting and

key removal

R: Reverse

N: Neutral

D: Normal driving (with overdrive on)

2: Stronger engine braking

L: Maximum engine braking

4- speed

Overdrive

switch

Lock release button

To prevent misshifting

With the brake pedal depressed,

shift while holding the lock

release button in. (The ignition

switch must be in “ON” position.)

Shift while holding the

lock release button in.

Shift normally.

Selector lever

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(b) Overdrive switch

You can select either a third gear (with

overdrive off) or fourth gear (with over-

drive on) by pushing this switch.

To turn the overdrive off, push the switch.

The “O/D OFF” indicator light should come

on. To turn the overdrive on again, push

the switch again. The “O/D OFF” indicator

light should go off.

Always drive your vehicle with the over-

drive on for better fuel economy and

quieter driving.

If the engine is turned off when the over-

drive is off and restarted, the overdrive

will automatically be on.

Vehicles with cruise control—When the

cruise control is being used, even if you

downshift the transmission by pushing and

releasing the overdrive switch, engine

braking will not be applied because the

cruise control is not cancelled.

For ways to decrease the vehicle speed,

see “Cruise control” in this section.

1. Start the engine as instructed in “How

to start the engine” in Section 3. The

transmission must be in “P” or “N”.

2. With your foot holding down the brake

pedal, shift the selector lever to “D”.

When the lever is in the “D” position, the

automatic transmission system will select

the most suitable gear for running condi-

tions such as normal cruising, hill climb-

ing, hard towing, etc.

Always turn the overdrive on for better

fuel economy and quieter driving. If the

engine coolant temperature is low, the

transmission will not shift into overdrive

gear even with the overdrive on.

CAUTION

Never put your foot on the accelera-

tor pedal while shifting.

3. Release the parking brake and brake

pedal. Depress the accelerator pedal

slowly for smooth starting.

(d) Using engine braking

To use engine braking, you can downshift

the transmission as follows:

Push the overdrive switch. The “O/D

OFF” indicator light will come on and

the transmission will downshift to the

third gear.

Shift into the “2” position. The trans-

mission will downshift to the second

gear when the vehicle speed drops

down to or lower than 98 km/h (61

mph), and stronger engine braking will

be enabled.

Shift into the “L” position. The trans-

mission will downshift to the first gear

when the vehicle speed drops down to

or lower than 47 km/h (29 mph), and

maximum engine braking will be en-

abled.

Vehicles with cruise control—When the

cruise control is being used, even if you

downshift the transmission by pushing and

releasing the overdrive switch, engine

braking will not be applied because the

cruise control is not cancelled.

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For ways to decrease the vehicle speed,

see “Cruise control” in this section.

CAUTION

Be careful when downshifting on a

slippery surface. Abrupt shifting

could cause the vehicle to spin or

skid.

(e) Using “2” and “L” positions

The “2” and “L” positions are used for

strong engine braking as described pre-

viously.

With the selector lever in “2” or “L”, you

can start the vehicle in motion as with the

lever in “D”.

With the selector lever in “2”, the vehicle

will start in the first gear and automatical-

ly shift to second gear.

With the selector lever in “L”, the trans-

mission is engaged in first gear.

NOTICE



Be careful not to overrev the en-

gine. Watch the tachometer to keep

engine rpm from going into the red

zone. The approximate maximum al-

lowable speed for each position is

given below for your reference:

“2” 123 km/h (76 mph). . . . . . . . . . . .

“L” 67 km/h (42 mph). . . . . . . . . . . .



Do not continue hill climbing or

hard towing for a long time in the

“2” or “L” position. This may cause

severe automatic transmission dam-

age from overheating. To prevent

such damage, “D” position should

be used in hill climbing or hard

towing.

(f) Backing up

1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop.

2. With the brake pedal held down with

your foot, shift the selector lever to the

“R” position.

NOTICE

Never shift into reverse while the ve-

hicle is moving.

(g) Parking

1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop.

2. Pull the parking brake lever up fully to

securely apply the parking brake.

3. With the brake pedal pressed down,

shift the selector lever to the “P” posi-

tion.

CAUTION

Never attempt to move the selector

lever into “P” position under any cir-

cumstances while the vehicle is mov-

ing. Serious mechanical damage and

loss of vehicle control may result.

(h) Good driving practice

If the transmission repeatedly shifts up

and down between the third gear and

overdrive when climbing a gentle slope,

the overdrive should be turned off. Be

sure to turn the switch on immediately

afterward.

When towing a trailer, in order to main-

tain engine braking efficiency, do not

use overdrive.

2000 Corolla(U)

CAUTION

Always keep your foot on the brake

pedal while stopped with the engine

running. This prevents the vehicle

from creeping.

NOTICE

Do not hold the vehicle on an up-

grade with the accelerator pedal. It

can cause the transmission to over-

heat. Always use the brake pedal or

parking brake.

(i) Rocking your vehicle if stuck

CAUTION

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. Do

not attempt this procedure if people

or objects are anywhere near the ve-

hicle. During the rocking operation

the vehicle may suddenly move for-

ward or backward as it becomes un-

stuck, causing injury or damage to

nearby people or objects.

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.

(j) If you cannot shift the selector le-

ver out of “P” position

If you cannot shift the selector lever from

“P” position even though the brake pedal

is depressed, use the shift lock override

button. For instructions, see “If you cannot

shift automatic transmission selector lever”

in Section 4.

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Manual transmission

The shift pattern is conventional 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. And

do not use the clutch to hold the vehicle

when stopped on an uphill grade—use 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:

Low altitude

—1219 m (4000 ft.) or lower

gear km/h (mph)

1 to 2 or 2 to 1 24 (15)

2 to 3 or 3 to 2 37/40∗1(23/25∗1)

3 to 4 or 4 to 3 64/45∗2(40/28∗2)

4 to 5 or 5 to 4 72/64∗2(45/40∗2)

∗1: Under cold engine conditions.

∗2: For constant- speed cruise or

constant- speed cruise after deceleration.

High altitude

—Higher than 1219 m (4000 ft.)

Upshifting

gear km/h (mph)

1 to 2 24 (15)

2 to 3 40 (25)

3 to 4 64 (40)

4 to 5 72 (45)

Downshifting

gear km/h (mph)

2 to 1 24 (15)

3 to 2 40 (25)

4 to 3 64 (40)

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 55 (34)

2 92 (57)

3 134 (83)

4 180 (112)

NOTICE

Do not downshift if you are going

faster than the maximum allowable

speed for the next lower gear.

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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.

When towing a trailer, in order to main-

tain engine braking efficiency, do not

use the fifth gear.

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

Type A

Type B

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,

press the thumb button, and lower.

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 snow- covered) 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.

TURNING ON THE SYSTEM

To operate the cruise control, press the

“CRUISE ON·OFF” 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.

SETTING AT A DESIRED SPEED

On vehicles with automatic transmission,

the transmission must be in “D” 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 acceleration—for example,

when passing—depress 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

For manual transmission:

While driving with the cruise control

on, do not shift to neutral without

depressing the clutch pedal, as this

may cause engine racing or overrev-

ving.

CANCELLING THE PRESET SPEED

You can cancel the preset speed by:

a. Pulling the lever in the “CANCEL” di-

rection and releasing it.

b. Depressing the brake pedal.

c. Depressing the clutch pedal (manual

transmission).

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 up, the vehicle will gradually

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.

On vehicles with 4- speed automatic trans-

mission, even if you turn off the overdrive

switch, with the cruise control on, engine

braking will not be applied because the

cruise control is not cancelled. To de-

crease the vehicle speed, reset to a slow-

er speed with the cruise control lever or

depress the brake pedal. If you use the

brake pedal, cruise control is cancelled.

RESUMING THE PRESET SPEED

If the preset speed is cancelled by pulling

the control lever or by depressing the

brake pedal or clutch pedal, 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.

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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

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SECTION

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Reference

Type 1: AM·FM ETR radio

Type 2: AM·FM ETR radio/cassette player

Type 3: AM·FM ETR radio/cassette player/

compact disc auto changer controller

Type 4: AM·FM ETR radio/compact disc

player

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 “VOL/PWR”, “PWR·VOL” or “PWR/

VOL” to turn the audio system on and off.

Push “AM”, “FM”, “AM·FM”, “TAPE” or

“CD” to turn on that function without push-

ing “VOL/PWR”, “PWR·VOL” or “PWR/

VOL”.

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”, “AM·FM”, “TAPE” or

“CD” if the system is already on but you

want to switch from one function to anoth-

er.

Using your audio system—

—Some basics

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TONE AND BALANCE

For details about your system’s 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 and bass levels. In fact, differ-

ent kinds of music and vocal programs

usually sound better with different mixes

of treble 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.

YOUR RADIO ANTENNA

To lower a manual antenna, carefully push

it down.

NOTICE

To prevent damage to the antenna,

make sure it is retracted before driv-

ing your Toyota through an automatic

car wash.

YOUR CASSETTE PLAYER

When you insert a cassette, the exposed

tape should be 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 compact disc player will

play from track 1 through the end of the

disc. Then it will play from track 1 again.

NOTICE

Never try to disassemble or oil any

part of the compact disc player. Do

not insert anything except a compact

disc into the slot.

8 cm (3 in.) compact disc singles

Your compact disc player does not need

an adaptor to play compact disc singles.

Compact disc singles are about 8 cm (3

in.) in diameter- smaller than standard

discs.

After you eject a compact disc single, do

not insert a standard 12 cm (5 in.) disc

until “DISC” disappears from the display.

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NOTICE

Do not use an adaptor for compact

disc singles—it could cause tracking

errors or interfere with the ejection of

compact discs.

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Details of specific buttons, controls and

features are described in the alphabetical

listing that follows.

—Controls and features

Type 1

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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” button).

Push and hold down the button until you

hear a beep—this will set the station to

the button. The button number will appear

on the display.

To tune in to a preset station: Push the

button for the station you want. The but-

ton number and station frequency will ap-

pear on the display.

These systems can store one AM and one

FM station for each button. The preset

station memory will be canceled out if the

power source is interrupted (battery dis-

connected or fuse blown).

AM·FM

Push “AM·FM” to switch between the AM

and FM bands. “AM” or “FM” will appear

on the display.

If the audio system is off, you can turn

on the radio by pushing “AM·FM”.

BAL (Balance)

Turn the “BAL” knob with pulling to adjust

the balance between the right and left

speakers.

PWR·VOL (Power·Volume)

Push “PWR·VOL” to turn the audio system

on and off. Turn “PWR·VOL” to adjust the

volume.

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.

TONE

Move the “TONE” ring around “BAL” to

adjust the tone.

TUNE

Tuning

Your Toyota has an electronic tuning radio

(ETR). Push and release the “” (up) or

“” (down) side of “TUNE” to step up or

down the station band. (If you hear a

beep, you held the button too long and

the radio will go into the seek mode.)

Seeking

In the seek mode, the radio finds and

plays the next station up or down the

station band.

To seek a station, push and hold the “”

or “” side of “TUNE” until you hear a

beep. Do this again to find another sta-

tion.

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Details of specific buttons, controls, and

features are described in the alphabetical

listing that follows.

Type 2

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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” button).

Push and hold down the button until you

hear a beep—this will set the station to

the button. The button number will appear

on the display.

To tune in to a preset station: Push the

button for the station you want. The but-

ton number and station frequency will ap-

pear on the display.

These systems can store one AM and one

FM station for each button. The preset

station memory will be canceled out if the

power source is interrupted (battery dis-

connected or fuse blown).

(Eject button)

Push this button to eject a cassette.

AM·FM

Push “AM·FM” to switch between the AM

and FM bands. “AM” or “FM” will appear

on the display.

If the audio system is off, you can turn

on the radio by pushing “AM·FM”. Also,

push “AM·FM” to switch from cassette op-

eration to radio operation.

BAL (Balance)

Move the “BAL” ring around “TONE” to

adjust the balance between the right and

left speakers

FF (Fast forward)

Push the “FF” to fast forward a cassette

tape.

To stop the tape while it is fast forward-

ing, lightly push the “REW”.

If a tape fast forwards completely, the

cassette player will play the other side of

the tape, using the auto- reverse feature.

PROG (Program)

Push “PROG” to select the other side of

a cassette tape.

Auto- reverse 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.

REW (Rewind)

Push the “REW” to rewind to a tape.

To stop the tape while it is rewinding,

lightly push the “FF”.

If a tape side rewinds completely, the cas-

sette player will stop and then play that

same side.

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 “TAPE” to switch from radio opera-

tion to cassette operation. If the audio

system is off, you can turn on the cas-

sette player by pushing “TAPE”. In both

cases, a cassette must already be loaded

in the player.

TONE

Turn the “TONE” knob to adjust the tone.

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TUNE

Tuning

Your Toyota has an electronic tuning radio

(ETR). Push and release the “” (up) or

“” (down) side of “TUNE” to step up or

down the station band. (If you hear a

beep, you held the button too long and

the radio will go into the seek mode.)

Seeking

In the seek mode, the radio finds and

plays the next station up or down the

station band.

To seek a station, push and hold the “”

or “” side of “TUNE” until you hear a

beep. Do this again to find another sta-

tion.

VOL/PWR (Volume/Power)

Push “VOL/PWR” to turn the audio system

on and off. Turn “VOL/PWR” to adjust the

volume.

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Details of specific buttons, controls, and

features are described in the alphabetical

listing that follows.

Type 3

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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” button).

Push and hold down the button until you

hear a beep—this will set the station to

the button. The button number will appear

on the display.

To tune in to a preset station: Push the

button for the station you want. The but-

ton number and station frequency will ap-

pear on the display.

These systems can store one AM and two

FM stations for each button (The display

will show “AM”, “FM1” or “FM2” when you

push “AM” or “FM”).

(Eject button)

Push this button to eject a cassette.

After you turn the ignition to “LOCK”, you

will be able to eject a cassette but you

will not be able to reinsert it.

(Reverse/Fast forward buttons)

Cassette Player

Push the fast forward button to fast for-

ward a cassette tape. “FF” will appear on

the display. Push the reverse button to

rewind a tape. “REW” will appear on the

display.

To stop the tape while it is fast forward-

ing, push the fast forward button or

“TAPE”; to stop the tape while it is re-

winding, push the reverse button or

“TAPE”.

If a tape side rewinds completely, the cas-

sette player will stop and then play that

same side. If a tape fast forwards com-

pletely, the cassette player will play the

other side of the tape, using the auto- re-

verse feature.

Compact Disc Player

If you want to fast forward or reverse

through a compact disc track, push and

hold in the fast forward or reverse button.

When you release the button, the compact

disc player will resume playing.

Push “AM” to switch the AM band. “AM”

will appear on the display.

If the audio system is off, you can turn

on the radio by pushing “AM”. Also, push

“AM” to switch from cassette or compact

disc operation to radio operation.

AUDIO CONTROL / MODE

Manual tone adjustment function—

This knob is used to adjust the tone

manually.

For low- pitch tone adjustment, push

“AUDIO CONTROL / MODE” repeatedly

until “BAS” appears on the display. Then

turn the knob to suit your preference.

The display will show the range from

“BAS -5” to “BAS 5”.

For high- pitch tone adjustment, push

“AUDIO CONTROL / MODE” repeatedly

until “TRE” appears on the display. Then

turn the knob to suit your preference.

The display will show the range from

“TRE -5” to “TRE 5”.

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Sound balance adjustment function—

This knob is also used to adjust the

sound balance between the front and rear,

and the right and left speakers.

For front/rear adjustment, push “AUDIO

CONTROL / MODE” repeatedly until “FAd”

appears on the display. Then turn the

knob to adjust the front/rear balance.

The display will show the range from “FAd

F7” to “FAd R7”.

For left/right adjustment, push “AUDIO

CONTROL / MODE” repeatedly until “BAL”

appears on the display. Then turn the

knob to adjust the left/right balance.

The display will show the range from “BAL

L7” to “BAL R7”.

CD (Compact Disc)

Push “CD” to switch from radio or cas-

sette operation to compact disc operation.

If the audio system is off, you can turn

on the compact disc player by pushing

“CD”. In both cases, a disc must already

be loaded in the player.

When the audio is set into compact disc

operation, the display shows the track or,

track and disc number currently being

played. Each time you push “CD”, the

system changes between single disc play-

er and automatic changer.

If the player malfunctions, your audio sys-

tem will display one of the six following

error messages.

If “WAIT” appears on the display, it indi-

cates that the inside of the player unit

may be too hot due to the very high ambi-

ent temperature. Remove the disc or mag-

azine from the player and allow the player

to cool down.

If “Err 1” appears on the display, it

indicates the disc is dirty, damaged, or it

was inserted up- side down. Clean the

disc or insert it correctly.

If “Err 2” appears on the display, it

indicates no disc is loaded inside the

magazine, insert a disc.

If “Err 3” or “Err 4” on the display, it

indicates there is a trouble inside the sys-

tem. Eject the disc or magazine. Set the

disc or magazine again.

If “OPEn” appears on the display, it

indicates the compact disc auto changer

lid is open. Close the compact disc auto

changer lid.

If the malfunction is not rectified, take

your vehicle to your Toyota dealer.

DISC 

Compact disc auto changer only—

By using this button, you can select a

disc you wish to listen to.

Push either side of the button until the

number of the disc you want to listen to

appears on the display.

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DolbyB NR∗

If you are listening to a tape that was

recorded with Dolby B Noise Reduction,

push the button marked with the double- D

symbol. The double- D symbol 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.

Push “FM” to switch the FM band. “FM1”

or “FM2” will appear on the display. This

system allows you to set twelve FM sta-

tions, two for each button.

If the audio system is off, you can turn

on the radio by pushing “FM”. Also, push

“FM” to switch from cassette or compact

disc operation to radio operation.

PROG (Program)

Push “PROG” to select the other side of

a cassette tape. The display indicates

which side is currently selected (“ ” indi-

cates top side, “ ” indicates bottom

side).

Auto- reverse 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.

RAND (Random)

There are two random features—you can

either listen to the tracks on all the com-

pact discs in the magazine in random or-

der, or only listen to the tracks on a

specific compact disc in random order.

To randomly play the tracks on a disc:

Quickly push and release ”RAND”. ”RAND”

will appear on the display. The disc you

are listening to will play in random order.

If you hear a beep, you held the button

too long, and the player will play all the

tracks in the magazine in random order.

To turn off the random feature, push the

”RAND” a second time.

Compact disc auto changer only—

To randomly play all the tracks in the

magazine:

Push and hold “RAND” until you hear a

beep. “D·RAND” will appear on the display

and the player will perform all the tracks

on all the discs in the magazine in ran-

dom order. To turn off the random feature,

push “RAND” a second time.

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RPT (Repeat)

There are two repeat features—you can

either replay a disc track or a whole com-

pact disc.

Repeating a track:

Quickly push and release “RPT” while the

track is playing. “RPT” will appear on the

display. If you hear a beep, you held the

button too long, and the player will repeat

the whole disc. When the track ends, it

will automatically be replayed. This pro-

cess will be continued until you push the

button again to turn off the repeat feature.

Compact disc auto changer only—

Repeating a disc:

Push and hold “RPT” until you hear a

beep. “D·RPT” will appear 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 top track of the disc and replay.

This process will be continued until you

push the button again to turn off the re-

peat feature.

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 “SCAN” until you hear a

beep. The radio will tune in the next pres-

et station up the band, stay there for a

few seconds, and then move to the next

preset station. To select a station, push

“SCAN” a second time.

To scan all the frequencies:

Quickly push and release “SCAN”. If you

hear a beep, you held the button too long,

and the radio will scan the preset sta-

tions. The radio will find the next station

up the station band, stay there for a few

seconds, and then scan again. To select

a station, push “SCAN” a second time.

Compact disc player

There are two scan features—you can ei-

ther scan the tracks on a specific disc or

scan the first tracks of all the discs in the

magazine.

Scanning for the tracks on a disc:

Quickly push and release “SCAN”. “SCAN”

will appear on the display and the player

will scan all the tracks on the disc you

are listening to. If you hear a beep, you

held the button too long, and the player

will scan the first tracks of all the discs

in the magazine. To select a track, push

the “SCAN” a second time. If the player

scanned all the tracks on the disc, it will

stop scanning.

Compact disc auto changer only—

Scanning for the first tracks of all the

discs in the magazine:

Push and hold “SCAN” until you hear a

beep. “D·SCAN” will appear on the display

and the player will perform the first track

of the next disc. To select a disc, push

the “SCAN” a second time. If the player

has scanned all the discs, it will stop

scanning.

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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 “TAPE” to switch from radio or com-

pact disc operation to cassette operation.

If the audio system is off, you can turn

on the cassette player by pushing “TAPE”.

In both cases, a cassette must already be

loaded in the player.

TRACK (Track up/down button):

Compact disc player

By using this button, you can skip up or

down to a different track.

Push either side of the track button until

the number of the track you want to listen

to appears on the display. If you want to

return to the beginning of the current

track, push the down side of the button

one time, quickly.

TUNE

Tuning

Your Toyota has an electronic tuning radio

(ETR). Push and release the “” (up) or

“” (down) side of “TUNE” to step up or

down the station band. (If you hear a

beep, you held the button too long and

the radio will go into the seek mode.)

Seeking

In the seek mode, the radio finds and

plays the next station up or down the

station band.

To seek a station, push and hold the “”

or “” side of “TUNE” until you hear a

beep. Do this again to find another sta-

tion.

VOL/PWR (Volume/Power)

Push “VOL/PWR” to turn the audio system

on and off. Turn “VOL/PWR” to adjust the

volume.

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Details of specific buttons, controls, and

features are described in the alphabetical

listing that follows.

Type 4

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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” button).

Push and hold down the button until you

hear a beep—this will set the station to

the button. The button number will appear

on the display.

To tune in to a preset station: Push the

button for the station you want. The but-

ton number and station frequency will ap-

pear on the display.

These systems can store one AM and two

FM stations for each button (The display

will show “AM”, “FM1” or “FM2” when you

push “AM·FM”).

(Eject button)

Push this button to eject a compact disc.

After you turn the ignition to “LOCK”, you

will be able to eject a disc but you will

not be able to reinsert it.

(Reverse/Fast forward buttons)

If you want to fast forward or reverse

through a compact disc track, push and

hold in the fast forward or reverse button.

When you release the button, the compact

disc player will resume playing.

AM·FM

Push “AM·FM” to switch between the AM

and FM bands. “AM”, “FM1” or “FM2” will

appear on the display. These systems al-

low you to set twelve FM stations, two for

each button.

If the audio system is off, you can turn

on the radio by pushing “AM·FM”. Also,

push “AM·FM” to switch from compact

disc operation to radio operation.

AUDIO CONTROL / MODE

Manual tone adjustment function—

This knob is used to adjust the tone

manually.

For low- pitch tone adjustment, push

“AUDIO CONTROL / MODE” repeatedly

until “BAS” appears on the display. Then

turn the knob to suit your preference.

The display will show the range from

“BAS -5” to “BAS 5”.

For high- pitch tone adjustment, push

“AUDIO CONTROL / MODE” repeatedly

until “TRE” appears on the display. Then

turn the knob to suit your preference.

The display will show the range from

“TRE -5” to “TRE 5”.

Sound balance adjustment function—

This knob is also used to adjust the

sound balance between the front and rear,

and the right and left speakers.

For front/rear adjustment, push “AUDIO

CONTROL / MODE” repeatedly until “FAd”

appears on the display. Then turn the

knob to adjust the front/rear balance.

The display will show the range from “FAd

F7” to “FAd R7”.

For left/right adjustment, push “AUDIO

CONTROL / MODE” repeatedly until “BAL”

appears on the display. Then turn the

knob to adjust the left/right balance.

The display will show the range from “BAL

L7” to “BAL R7”.

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CD (Compact Disc)

Push “CD” to switch from radio operation

to compact disc operation. If the audio

system is off, you can turn on the com-

pact disc player by pushing “CD”. In both

cases, a disc must already be loaded in

the player.

When the audio is set into compact disc

operation, the display shows the track or,

track and disc number currently being

played. Each time you push “CD”, the

system changes between built- in single

disc player and automatic changer.

If the player malfunctions, your audio sys-

tem will display one of the six following

error messages.

If “WAIT” appears on the display, it indi-

cates that the inside of the player unit

may be too hot due to the very high ambi-

ent temperature. Remove the disc or mag-

azine from the player and allow the player

to cool down.

If “Err 1” appears on the display, it

indicates the disc is dirty, damaged, or it

was inserted up- side down. Clean the

disc or insert it correctly.

If “Err 2” appears on the display, it

indicates no disc is loaded inside the

magazine, insert a disc.

If “Err 3” or “Err 4” on the display, it

indicates there is a trouble inside the sys-

tem. Eject the disc or magazine. Set the

disc or magazine again.

If “OPEn” appears on the display, it

indicates the compact disc auto changer

lid is open. Close the compact disc auto

changer lid.

If the malfunction is not rectified, take

your vehicle to your Toyota dealer.

DISC 

Compact disc auto changer only—

By using this button, you can select a

disc you wish to listen to.

Push either side of the button until the

number of the disc you want to listen to

appears on the display.

PWR/VOL (Power/Volume)

Push “PWR/VOL” to turn the audio system

on and off. Turn “PWR/VOL” to adjust the

volume.

RAND (Random)

There are two random features—you can

either listen to the tracks on all the com-

pact discs in the magazine in random or-

der, or only listen to the tracks on a

specific compact disc in random order.

To randomly play the tracks on a disc:

Quickly push and release ”RAND”. ”RAND”

will appear on the display. The disc you

are listening to will play in random order.

If you hear a beep, you held the button

too long, and the player will play all the

tracks in the magazine in random order.

To turn off the random feature, push the

”RAND” a second time.

Compact disc auto changer only—

To randomly play all the tracks in the

magazine:

Push and hold “RAND” until you hear a

beep. “D·RAND” will appear on the display

and the player will perform all the tracks

on all the discs in the magazine in ran-

dom order. To turn off the random feature,

push “RAND” a second time.

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RPT (Repeat)

There are two repeat features—you can

either replay a disc track or a whole com-

pact disc.

Repeating a track:

Quickly push and release “RPT” while the

track is playing. “RPT” will appear on the

display. If you hear a beep, you held the

button too long, and the player will repeat

the whole disc. When the track ends, it

will automatically be replayed. This pro-

cess will be continued until you push the

button again to turn off the repeat feature.

Compact disc auto changer only—

Repeating a disc:

Push and hold “RPT” until you hear a

beep. “D·RPT” will appear 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 top track of the disc and replay.

This process will be continued until you

push the button again to turn off the re-

peat feature.

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 “SCAN” until you hear a

beep. The radio will tune in the next pres-

et station up the band, stay there for a

few seconds, and then move to the next

preset station. To select a station, push

“SCAN” a second time.

To scan all the frequencies:

Quickly push and release “SCAN”. If you

hear a beep, you held the button too long,

and the radio will scan the preset sta-

tions. The radio will find the next station

up the station band, stay there for a few

seconds, and then scan again. To select

a station, push “SCAN” a second time.

Compact disc player

There are two scan features—you can ei-

ther scan the tracks on a specific disc or

scan the first tracks of all the discs in the

magazine.

Scanning for the tracks on a disc:

Quickly push and release “SCAN”. “SCAN”

will appear on the display and the player

will scan all the tracks on the disc you

are listening to. If you hear a beep, you

held the button too long, and the player

will scan the first tracks of all the discs

in the magazine. To select a track, push

the “SCAN” a second time. If the player

scanned all the tracks on the disc, it will

stop scanning.

Compact disc auto changer only—

Scanning for the first tracks of all the

discs in the magazine:

Push and hold “SCAN” until you hear a

beep. “D·SCAN” will appear on the display

and the player will perform the first track

of the next disc. To select a disc, push

the “SCAN” a second time. If the player

has scanned all the discs, it will stop

scanning.

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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.

TRACK (Track up/down button):

Compact disc player

By using this button, you can skip up or

down to a different track.

Push either side of the track button until

the number of the track you want to listen

to appears on the display. If you want to

return to the beginning of the current

track, push the down side of the button

one time, quickly.

TUNE (Tuning)

Tuning

Your Toyota has an electronic tuning radio

(ETR). Push and release the “” (up) or

“” (down) side of “TUNE” to step up or

down the station band. (If you hear a

beep, you held the button too long and

the radio will go into the seek mode.)

Seeking

In the seek mode, the radio finds and

plays the next station up or down the

station band.

To seek a station, push and hold the “”

or “” side of “TUNE” until you hear a

beep. Do this again to find another sta-

tion.

NOTICE

To ensure the correct audio system

operation:



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 cellular phone inside or

near the vehicle may cause a noise

from the speakers of the audio sys-

tem 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 radio—it 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.

Car audio system operating

hints

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Here are some common reception prob-

lems that probably do not indicate a prob-

lem with your radio:

Fading and drifting stations—Generally, 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.

Multi- path—FM 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 fluttering—These occur when

signals are blocked by buildings, trees, or

other large objects. Increasing the bass

level may reduce static and fluttering.

Station swapping—If 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.

Fading—AM broadcasts are reflected by

the upper atmosphere—especially 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 interference—When 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.

Static—AM 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 high- quality cassettes.

Low- quality cassette tapes can cause

many problems, including poor sound,

inconsistent playing speed, and

constant auto- reversing. 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.

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CARING FOR YOUR COMPACT DISC

PLAYER AND DISCS

Use only compact discs labeled as

shown.

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.

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Your compact disc player cannot play

special shaped or low- quality compact

discs such as those shown here. Do

not use them as the player could be

damaged.

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.

To clean a compact disc: Wipe it with a

soft, lint- free 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,

lint- free cloth. Do not use a conventional

record cleaner or anti- static device.

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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OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND

CONTROLS

Air conditioning system

Controls 130. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Air flow selector settings 133. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Operating tips 133. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Side vents 135. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Controls

1. Temperature Selector

2. Air Intake Selector

3. Air Flow Selector

4. “A/C” Button

5. Fan Speed Selector

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Fan speed selector

Turn the knob to adjust the fan speed—to

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.

Air flow selector

Turn the knob to select the vents used for

air flow.

1. Panel—Air flows mainly from the

instrument panel vents.

2. Bi- level—Air flows from both the floor

vents and the instrument panel vents.

3. Floor—Air flows mainly from the floor

vents.

4. Floor/Windshield—Air flows mainly

from the floor vents and windshield

vents.

Use with the air intake selector posi-

tioned in Fresh.

5. Windshield—Air flows mainly from the

windshield vents.

Use with the air intake selector posi-

tioned in Fresh.

For details about air flow selector settings,

see the illustration after “A/C” button.

Turning the air flow control knob to wind-

shield or floor/windshield position turns on

the defroster- linked 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. Recirculate—Recirculates the air inside

the vehicle.

2. Fresh—Draws 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 front seats

clear to allow air to circulate through-

out the vehicle.

On cold days, move the fan speed to

“HI” for a minute to help clear the in-

take ducts of snow or moisture. This

can reduce the amount of fogging on

the windows.

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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”.

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 speed—Any setting except “OFF”

Temperature—Towards red zone

Air intake—FRESH (outside air)

Air flow—FLOOR

Air conditioning—OFF

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 speed—Any setting except “OFF”

Temperature—Towards blue zone

Air intake—FRESH (outside air)

Air flow—PANEL

Air conditioning—ON

For quick cooling, move the air intake

selector to recirculate for a few min-

utes.

Ventilation

For best results, set controls to:

Fan speed—Any setting except “OFF”

Temperature—Towards blue zone

Air intake—FRESH (outside air)

Air flow—PANEL

Air conditioning—OFF

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Defogging

The inside of the windshield

For best results, set controls to:

Fan speed—Any setting except “OFF”

Temperature—Towards red zone to heat;

blue zone to cool

Air intake—FRESH (outside air)

Air flow—WINDSHIELD

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 windshield—the 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 speed—Any setting except “OFF”

Temperature—Towards red zone

Air intake—FRESH (outside air)

Air flow—WINDSHIELD

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

If air flow control is not satisfactory, check

the side vents. The instrument panel vents

may be opened or closed as shown.

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CONTROLS

Other equipment

Clock 138. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Cigarette lighter and ashtray 138. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Glove box 139. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Auxiliary boxes 139. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Cup holders 140. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Floor mat 140. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Clock

The digital clock indicates the time.

The key must be in the “ACC” or “ON”

position.

To reset the hour: Push the “H” button.

To reset the minutes: Push the “M” button.

If the electrical power source has been

disconnected from the clock, the time dis-

play will automatically be set to 1:00 (one

o’clock).

When the instrument panel lights are

turned on, the brightness of the time in-

dication will be reduced.

Cigarette lighter and ashtray

CIGARETTE LIGHTER

To use the cigarette lighter, press it in.

When it becomes heated, it automatical-

ly pops out ready for use.

If the engine is not running, the key must

be in the “ACC” position.

Do not hold the cigarette lighter pressed

in.

Use a Toyota genuine cigarette lighter or

equivalent for replacement.

ASHTRAY

To use the ashtray, open out.

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, push it back

in completely.

To remove the ashtray, press down on the

lock spring plate and pull out.

CAUTION

To reduce the chance of injury in

case of an accident or sudden stop

while driving, always push the ash-

tray back in completely after use.

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Glove box

To use the glove box, do this.

To open: Pull the lever.

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.

Auxiliary boxes

Type A

Type B

Type C

To use the box, do the following.

Type A and type B: Pull on the handle.

Type C: Open the center console box.

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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Cup holders

Front

Rear

The cup holder is designed for holding

cups or drink- cans securely in its

holes.

Front: To use the holders, push the lid and

pull it out completely.

Rear: To use the holder, pull it out.

CAUTION

Do not place anything else other

than cups or drink- cans on the cup

holder, as such items may be

thrown about in the compartment

and possibly injure people in the

vehicle during sudden braking or in

an accident.

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.

Floor mat

Use a floor mat of the correct size.

If the floor carpet and floor mat have a

hole, then it is designed for use with a

locking clip. Fix the floor mat with locking

clip into the hole in the floor carpet.

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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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DO- IT- YOURSELF MAINTENANCE

Introduction

Engine compartment overview 200. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fuse locations 201. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Do- it- yourself service precaution 202. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Parts and tools 203. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION

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Engine compartment overview

1. Power steering fluid reservoir

2. Engine oil level dipstick

3. Engine oil filler cap

4. Brake fluid reservoir

5. Fuse blocks

6. Battery

7. Engine coolant reservoir

8. Electric cooling fans

9. Windshield washer fluid tank

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Fuse locations

Spare

fuses

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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 do- it- yourself 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-

it- yourself maintenance, see “Parts and

tools”.

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—the engine, radiator,

exhaust manifold and spark plug

boots, etc.—will be hot. So be care-

ful not to touch them. Oil, fluids

and spark plugs may also be hot.

If the engine is hot, do not remove

the radiator cap or loosen the drain

plugs to prevent burning yourself.

Do not smoke, cause sparks or al-

low open flames around fuel or the

battery. Their fumes are flammable.

Be extremely cautious when work-

ing on the battery. It contains poi-

sonous and corrosive sulfuric acid.

Do not get under your vehicle with

just the body jack supporting it. Al-

ways use automotive jack stands or

other solid supports.

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.

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.

Do- it- yourself service

precautions

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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.

NOTICE



Remember that battery and ignition

cables carry high currents or volt-

ages. Be careful of accidentally

causing a short circuit.



Add only demineralized or distilled

water to fill the radiator. And if you

spill some of the coolant, be sure

to wash off with water to prevent it

from damaging the parts or paint.



Do not allow dirt or anything else

to fall through the spark plugholes.



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 iridium- tipped spark

plugs by cleaning or regapping.



Do not overfill automatic transmis-

sion fluid, or the transmission

could be damaged.



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.



Be careful not to scratch the glass

surface with the wiper frame.



When closing the engine hood,

check to see that you have not for-

gotten any tools, rags, etc.

Parts and tools

Here is a list of parts and tools you will

need on performing do- it- yourself 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):

Engine oil API grade SJ,

“Energy- Conserving” or ILSAC

multigrade having viscosity proper for

your climate

Tools:

Rag or paper towel

Funnel (only for adding oil)

Checking the engine coolant level

Parts (if level is low):

“TOYOTA Long Life Coolant” or equiva-

lent

See Section 7- 2 for details about cool-

ant type selection.

Demineralized or distilled water

Tools:

Funnel (only for adding coolant)

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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):

Automatic transmission fluid

DEXRONII or III

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

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 “Re-

placing light bulbs” in Section 7- 3.)

Tools:

Screwdriver

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Engine and Chassis

Checking the engine oil level 206. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Checking the engine coolant level 207. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Checking brake fluid 208. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Checking power steering fluid 209. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Checking tire pressure 210. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Checking and replacing tires 211. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Rotating tires 212. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Installing snow tires and chains 213. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Replacing wheels 214. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Aluminum wheel precautions 214. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION

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Checking the engine oil level

Low level Full level

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 true reading, the vehicle

should be on a level spot. After turning

off the engine, wait a few minutes for

the oil to drain back into the bottom of

the engine.

2. Pull out the dipstick, and wipe it clean

with a rag.

3. Reinsert the dipstick—push 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 on the end.

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.

The approximate quantity of oil needed to

fill between the low level and the full level

on the dipstick is indicated below for ref-

erence.

When the level reaches within the correct

range, install the filler cap hand- tight.

Oil quantity, L (qt., lmp. qt.):

1.3 (1.4, 1.1)

NOTICE



Avoid overfilling, or the engine

could be damaged.



Check the oil level on the dipstick

once again after adding the oil.

Engine oil selection

Use API grade SJ, “Energy- Conserving”

or ILSAC multigrade engine oil.

Recommended viscosity (SAE):

SAE 5W- 30 is the best choice for your

vehicle, for good fuel economy, and

good starting in cold weather.

If you use SAE 10W- 30 engine oil in

extremely low temperatures, the engine

may become difficult to start, so SAE

5W- 30 engine oil is recommended.

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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 Insti-

tute) designations such as SJ. The center

portion of the label shows the SAE viscos-

ity grade such as SAE 5W- 30. “Energy-

Conserving” shown in the lower portion,

indicates that the oil has fuel- saving ca-

pabilities.

The ILSAC (International Lubricant Stan-

dardization and Approval Committee) Certi-

fication Mark is displayed on the front of

the container.

Look at the see- through 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 ethyl-

ene- glycol type coolant for a proper

corrosion protection of aluminum com-

ponents.

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.

Always use ethylene- glycol type coolant

for a proper corrosion protection of alumi-

num components. See information in the

next column.

If the coolant level drops within a short

time after replenishing, there may be a

leak in the system. Visually check the

radiator, hoses, engine coolant filler cap,

radiator cap and 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.

Checking the engine coolant

level

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CAUTION

To prevent burning yourself, do not

remove the radiator cap when the en-

gine is hot.

Coolant type selection

Use of improper coolants may damage

your engine cooling system. Your coolant

must contain ethylene- glycol type coolant

for a proper corrosion protection of your

engine that contains aluminum compo-

nents. Use “TOYOTA Long Life Coolant”

or equivalent.

In addition to preventing freezing and sub-

sequent damage to the engine, this will

also prevent corrosion. Further supplemen-

tal inhibitors or additives are neither need-

ed nor recommended.

Read the coolant container for information

on freeze protection. Follow the manufac-

turer’s directions for how much to mix

with plain water (preferably demineralized

water or distilled water). The total capacity

of the cooling system is given in Section

We recommend to use 50% solution for

your Toyota, to provide protection down to

about -35C (- 31F). When it is extreme-

ly cold, to provide protection down to

about -50C (- 58F), 60% solution is rec-

ommended. Do not use more than 70%

solution for better coolant performance.

NOTICE

Do not use alcohol type antifreeze or

plain water alone.

Checking brake fluid

Type A

Type B

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To check the fluid level, simply look at

the see- through 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.

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 cover

by hand.

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.

NOTICE

If you spill some of the fluid, be sure

to wash it off with water to prevent

it from damaging the parts or paint.

Checking power steering fluid

If hot

add

If cold

add

If cold

O.K.

If hot O.K.

Close Open

Check the fluid level through the reser-

voir. If necessary, add automatic trans-

mission fluid DEXRON II or III.

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 (60C—80C or 140F—175F). You

may also check the level when the fluid

is cold (about room temperature,

10C—30C or 50F—85F) if the engine

has not been run for about five hours.

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Clean all dirt from outside of the reservoir

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

automatic transmission fluid DEXRON

II or III to bring the level within the range.

To remove the filler cap, turn it counter-

clockwise and lift up. To reinstall it, turn

it clockwise. After replacing the filler

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.

Checking tire pressure

Keep your tire pressures at the proper

level.

The recommended cold tire pressures, tire

size and the vehicle capacity weight are

given in Section 8. They are also on the

tire pressure label as shown.

You should check the tire pressures every

two weeks, or at least once a month. And

don’t forget the spare!

Incorrect tire pressure can reduce tire

life and make your vehicle less safe to

drive.

Low tire pressure results in excessive

wear, poor handling, reduced fuel econo-

my, and the possibility of blowouts from

overheated tires. Also, low tire pressure

can cause poor sealing of the tire bead.

If the tire pressure is excessively low,

there is the possibility of wheel deforma-

tion and/or tire separation.

High tire pressure produces a harsh ride,

handling problems,excessive wear at the

center of the tire tread, and a greater

possibility of tire damage from road haz-

ards.

If a tire frequently needs refilling, have it

checked by your Toyota dealer.

The following instructions for checking

tire pressure should be observed:

The pressure should be checked only

when the tires are cold. If your ve-

hicle 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 pressure

reading.

Always use a tire pressure gauge.

The appearance of a tire can be mis-

leading. Besides, tire pressures that

are even just a few pounds off can

degrade handling and ride.

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Take special care when adding air to

the compact spare tire. The smaller

tire size can gain pressure very quick-

ly. Add compressed air in small quanti-

ties and check the pressure often until

it reaches the specified pressure.

Do not bleed or reduce tire pressure

after driving. It is normal for the tire

pressure to be higher after driving.

Never exceed the vehicle capacity

weight. The passenger and luggage

weight should be located so that the

vehicle is balanced.

Be sure to reinstall the tire inflation

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 possible.

Checking and replacing tires

Tread wear indicator

CHECKING YOUR TIRES

Check the tires tread for the tread wear

indicators. If the indicators show, re-

place the tires.

The tires on your Toyota have built- in

tread wear indicators to help you know

when the tires need replacement. When

the tread depth wears to 1.6 mm (0.06

in.) or less, the indicators will appear. If

you can see the indicators in two or more

adjacent grooves, the tire should be re-

placed. The lower the tread, the higher

the risk of skidding.

The effectiveness of snow tires is lost

if the tread wears down below 4 mm

(0.16 in.).

Check the tires regularly for damage

such as cuts, splits and cracks. If any

damage is found, consult with a techni-

cian and have the tire repaired or re-

placed.

Even if the damage does not appear seri-

ous, a qualified technician should examine

the damage. Objects which have pene-

trated the tire may have caused internal

damage.

Any tires which are over 6 years old

must be checked by a qualified techni-

cian even if damage is not obvious.

Tires deteriorate with age even if they

have never or seldom been used.

This applies also to the spare tire and

tires stored for future use.

REPLACING YOUR TIRES

When replacing a tire, use only the

same size and construction as original-

ly installed and with the same or great-

er load capacity.

Using any other size or type of tire may

seriously affect handling, ride, speedome-

ter/odometer calibration, ground clearance,

and clearance between the body and tires

or snow chains.

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CAUTION

Do not mix radial, bias belted, or

bias- ply tires on your vehicle. It

can cause dangerous handling char-

acteristics, resulting in loss of con-

trol.

Do not use tires or wheels other

than the manufacturer’s recom-

mended size.

Toyota recommends all four tires, or at

least both front or rear tires be re-

placed as a set.

See “If you have a flat tire” in Section 4

for tire change procedure.

When a tire is replaced, the wheel

should always be balanced.

An unbalanced wheel may affect vehicle

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

Vehicles with compact spare tire

Vehicles without compact spare tire

To equalize the wear and help extend

tire life, Toyota recommends that you

rotate your tires approximately every

12000 km (7500 miles). However, the

most appropriate timing for tire rotation

may vary according to your driving hab-

its and road surface conditions.

See “If you have a flat tire” in Section 4

for tire change procedure.

When rotating tires, check for uneven

wear and damage. Abnormal wear is usu-

ally caused by incorrect tire pressure, im-

proper wheel alignment, out- of- balance

wheels, or severe braking.

CAUTION

Do not include a compact spare tire

when rotating the tires. It is designed

for temporary use only.

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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 the same

size, construction and load capacity as

the original tires on your Toyota.

Do not use tires other than those men-

tioned above. Do not install studded tires

without first checking local regulations for

possible restrictions.

SNOW TIRE INSTALLATION

Snow tires should be installed on all

wheels.

Installing snow tires on the front 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 replac-

ing.

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 of correct size and

type.

Use SAE Class “S” type radial tire chains

except radial cable chains or V- bar type

chains.

Regulations regarding the use of tire

chains vary according to location or

type of road, so always check them

before installing chains.

CHAIN INSTALLATION

Install the chains on the front tires as

tightly as possible. Do not use tire

chains on the rear tires. Retighten

chains after driving 0.5—1.0 km

(1/4—1/2 mile).

When installing chains on your tires, care-

fully follow the instructions of the chain

manufacturer.

If wheel covers are used, they will be

scratched by the chain band,so remove

the covers before putting on the chains.

CAUTION

Do not exceed 50 km/h (30 mph) or

the chain manufacturer’s 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 locked- wheel

braking, as use of chains may ad-

versely affect vehicle handling.

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.

Installing snow tires and

chains

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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 damaged wheels, 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.

This must be observed on compact spare

tires, too.

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.

Aluminum wheel precautions

After driving your vehicle the first 1600

km (1000 miles), check that the wheel

nuts are tight.

If you have rotated, 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 the 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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Electrical components

Checking battery condition 216. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Battery recharging precautions 217. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Checking and replacing fuses 218. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Adding washer fluid 219. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Replacing light bulbs 219. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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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

Terminals Ground cable

Hold- down

clamp

Check the battery for corroded or loose

terminal connections, cracks, or loose

hold- down 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 nuts—but do not

overtighten.

c. Tighten the hold- down 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 fluid

Type A

Type B

Green Dark

Clear or

light yellow

Blue White Red

CHECKING BY HYDROMETER

Check the battery condition by the

hydrometer color.

Hydrometer color

Condition

Type A Type B

GREEN BLUE Good

DARK WHITE

Charging necessary.

Have battery

checked by your

Toyota dealer.

CLEAR

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 (5A or less).

Charging at a quicker rate is dan-

gerous. 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

Type A

Type C

Type B

Good Blown

Good

Blown

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” in Section 7- 1 for

locations of the fuses.

Turn the ignition switch and inoperative

component off. Pull a 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

Section 8 of this manual for the functions

controlled by each circuit.

Type A fuses can be pulled out by the

pull- out tool. The location of the pull- out

tool is shown in the illustration.

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 “FOG” or

“S- HTR” 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

as possible to, the rating. 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.

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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

If any washer does not work or low

windshield washer fluid level warning

light comes on, the washer tank may be

empty. Add washer fluid.

You may use plain water as washer fluid.

However, in cold areas where tempera-

tures range below freezing point, use

washer fluid containing antifreeze. This

product is available at your Toyota dealer

and most auto parts stores. Follow the

manufacturer’s directions for how much to

mix with water.

NOTICE

Do not use engine antifreeze or any

other substitute because it may dam-

age your vehicle’s 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

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.

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Light bulbs Bulb

No. WType

Headlights —60/55 A

Parking, front side

marker and front

turn signal lights

3157NA 27/8 C

Rear side marker

lights 194 3.8 C

Rear turn signal

lights 3156 27 C

Stop and tail lights 3157 27/8 C

Back- up lights 921 18 C

License plate lights 194 3.8 C

High mounted

stoplight 921 18 C

Personal light —10 B

Interior light —8 D

Trunk light 168 4.9 C

A: HB2 halogen bulbs

B: Single end bulbs

C: Wedge base bulbs

D: Double end bulbs

—Headlights

1. Open the hood.

RIGHT- HAND HEADLIGHT: Remove

the bolts and take out the relay

block.

Put the relay block in the appropriate

place other than on the engine.

NOTICE

Do not place the relay block on the

engine.

2. LEFT- HAND HEADLIGHT: Remove the

clip and take out the air cleaner

duct.

Remove and install the cover clip as

shown in the following illustration.

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Removing clip: Use a flat- bladed screw-

driver or equivalent

Installing clip

3. Unplug the connector. Remove the

rubber cover.

If the connector is tight, wiggle it.

4. 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.

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5. Install the rubber cover with the

“TOP” mark upward, and snuggle on

the boss. Insert the connector.

Make sure the rubber cover fits snugly 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.

Use a Phillips- head screwdriver.

—Parking, front side marker

and front turn signal lights

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Removing:

Installing:

Removing and installing clips (type A): Use

a flat- bladed screwdriver or equivalent.

Removing clips (type B): Use a Phillips-

head screwdriver.

Installing clips (type B)

—Rear side maker, rear turn

signal, and stop and tail

lights

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a: Stop and tail light

b: Rear turn signal light

c: Rear side marker light

—Back- up lights

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—License plate lights

(left side)

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—High mounted stoplight

—License plate lights

(right side)

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