Brake Pad Wear Limit Indicators; Limited-Slip Differential - Toyota 2003 MR2 Spyder Owner's Manual

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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 either of the following conditions
occur, this indicates a malfunction
somewhere in the components moni-
tored by the warning light
Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as
possible to service the vehicle.
D
The light does not come on when the
ignition key is turned to the "ON" posi-
tion, or remains on.
D
The light comes on while you are driv-
ing.
A warning light fuming on briefly during
operation does not indicate a problem.
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Brake pad wear limit indicators

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system.
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
checked and replaced by
dealer as soon as possible. Expensive ro-
tor damage can result if the pads are not
replaced when necessary.
Limited–slip differential
(on some models)
Some Toyotas are equipped with a limit-
ed–slip differential. If one of the rear
wheels begins to spin, the limited–slip dif-
ferential is designed to aid traction by
automatically transmitting driving force to
the other rear wheel. If you are not sure
whether your vehicle is equipped with one,
you can ask your Toyota dealer.
Do not start or run the engine while
your vehicle is supported by a jack.
The vehicle could be driven off the
jack and could pose a danger or re-
sult in serious injury.
the brake pads
Use only a compact spare tire of the
your Toyota
same size, construction and load ca-
pacity as the original tires on your
Toyota because damage to the limit-
ed–slip differential could possibly oc-
cur with another tire type.
2003 MR2 from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM17511U)
CAUTION
NOTICE