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Part 1
OPERATION OF
INSTRUMENTS AND
CONTROLS—
Chapter 1−1
Overview of instruments
and controls
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Instrument panel overview
Instrument cluster overview
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Indicator symbols on the
instrument panel
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  • Page 1: Chapter 1−1 Overview Of Instruments And Controls

    SUPRA (U) Part 1 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS— Chapter 1−1 Overview of instruments and controls Instrument panel overview Instrument cluster overview Indicator symbols on the instrument panel...
  • Page 2 SUPRA (U) Instrument panel overview...
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  • Page 4 SUPRA (U) Instrument cluster overview...
  • Page 5 SUPRA (U) Indicator symbols on the instrument panel ∗ 1 ∗ 1 Anti-lock brake system warning light Master warning light ∗ 1 Brake system warning light ∗ 1 Open door warning light ∗ 1 Seat belt reminder light ∗ 1 Rear light failure warning light ∗...
  • Page 6 SUPRA (U) Turn signal indicator lights Headlight high beam indicator light Overdrive−off indicator light Automatic transmisson manual mode indicator ∗ 2 light Automatic transmisson indicator lights ∗ 3 Cruise control indicator light ∗ 1 : For details, see ”Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers”...

  • Page 7: Operation Of Instruments And Controls

    Theft deterrent system when you have your vehicle parked, leave need additional keys, duplicates can be the subkey with the attendant. made by a Toyota dealer using the key Fuel tank cap number. Since the side doors and back door can...
  • Page 8 SUPRA (U) Side doors LOCKING WITH KEY LOCKING WITH INSIDE LOCK KNOB LOCKING WITH POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH Turn the key toward the front of the Turn the lock knob forward to lock and vehicle to lock and towards the back to backward to unlock the door.
  • Page 9 SUPRA (U) Power windows Automatic operation (to open only): Pull The windows can be operated with the CAUTION the switch completely down and then re- switch on each side door. lease it. The window will fully open. To The power windows work when the ignition...
  • Page 10 SUPRA (U) ’s OPERATING THE PASSENGER WIN- CAUTION switch on the passenger’s To avoid serious personal injury, you door. The driver’s door also has a must do the following. switch that controls the passenger’s Always make sure the head, hands window.
  • Page 11 SUPRA (U) Back door— —Lock release lever CAUTION Keep the back door closed while driv- ing. This not only keeps the luggage from being thrown out but also pre- vents exhaust gases from entering the vehicle. To open the back door from the out- To open the back door from the driver’s...
  • Page 12 SUPRA (U) Hood To open the hood, do the following. 2. In front of the vehicle, pull up on 3. Hold the hood open by inserting the the a uxilialy catch lever and lift the support rod into the slot.
  • Page 13 SUPRA (U) Theft deterrent system Your Supra has two hood locks at the front edge of the hood. To close the hood, lower the hood until it is about 30 cm (12 in.) about the engine compartment and release it. If the hood is still not fully closed, press down on it above the two hood locks.

  • Page 14: Setting The System

    SUPRA (U) Be careful not to use the key when open- Reactivating the alarm ing any side door. This will cancel the Once set, the system automatically resets system. the alarm each time all the side doors, 4. After making sure the indicator light...

  • Page 15: Cancelling The System

    The side doors, If the system does not work properly, CAUTION back door and hood may be opened with- have it checked by your Toyota dealer. out a key. Do not smoke, cause sparks or al- OFF—The system is inactive. You may low open flames when refueling.
  • Page 16 If the cap is not tightened securely, the malfunction indicator lamp comes 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.
  • Page 17 SUPRA (U) 1. Get the tool bag out of the console box. In the tool bag, you will find a special kit consisting of: Wrench and handle —For turning the center lock and the front and rear bolts Caps —For covering the front bolts Plugs —For stopping up the rear holes...
  • Page 18 SUPRA (U) NOTICE Take care not to hit the sport roof against the vehicle body to avoid damage to the roof when detaching the roof. 4. Loosen the bolts in the order shown 5. After removing the roof, put by turning the wrench counterclock- caps on the front bolts and insert wise.
  • Page 19 SUPRA (U) —Stowing in luggage compartment 2. Put in the roof from the left side as shown. Then insert the front edge of the roof in the front holders, and engage the rear edge with the rear holders. Put the front edge on the triangle marks of the front holders.
  • Page 20 SUPRA (U) —Reinstalling on vehicle 1. Lift up the rear edge while pushing the roof fully forward, then pull the front edge out of the holders. Re- move the roof from the right side as shown. After removing the roof, put back the rear holders by pulling up the lock release knob.
  • Page 21 SUPRA (U) CAUTION Make sure to tighten all four bolts and to lock the center lock when installing the sport roof. 2. Place the rear edge on first and then 3. Tighten the bolts and lock the center the front edge.
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  • Page 23: Operation Of Instruments And Controls

    SUPRA (U) Front seats— —Seat adjustment precautions Part 1 Seats While the vehicle is being driven, all ve- Adjust the driver’s seat so that the foot OPERATION OF hicle occupants should have the seatback pedals, steering wheel instrument upright, sit well back in the seat and prop-...

  • Page 24: Adjusting Seat Position

    SUPRA (U) —Adjusting front seat (manual seat) ADJUSTING SEAT POSITION While adjusting the seat, do not put Pull the lock release lever up. Then your hands under the seat or near slide the seat to the desired position the moving parts. You may catch with slight body pressure and release and injure your hands or fingers.
  • Page 25 SUPRA (U) —Adjusting front seat (power seat) ADJUSTING SEAT POSITION CAUTION Move the control switch to the desired direction. To reduce the risk of sliding under Releasing the switch will stop the move in the lap belt during a collision, avoid that position.
  • Page 26 SUPRA (U) —Tilting driver’s seatback for —Moving passenger’s seat rear seat entry for rear seat entry CAUTION After putting back the seat, pushing the seat forward and rear- ward to make sure it is secured in place. Never allow anyone to rest their foot on the release pedal while the vehicle is moving.
  • Page 27 SUPRA (U) Seat belts— —Seat belt precautions Fold−down rear seat 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.
  • Page 28 The seat belts provide maxi- restraint. mum protection when the seatbacks are in the upright position. (Refer Pregnant woman. Toyota recommends the use of a seat belt. Ask your doctor for to the seat adjustment instructions.) specific recommendations. The lap belt...
  • Page 29 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.
  • Page 30 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.
  • Page 31 If the seat belt does not function normally, immediately contact your Toyota dealer. Do not use the seat To connect the extender to the seat until the seat belt is fixed. It cannot belt, insert the tab into the seat belt protect an adult occupant or your buckle so that the ”PRESS”...
  • Page 32 SUPRA (U) SRS driver and front passenger airbags CAUTION A driver or front passenger too close to the steering wheel or dashboard during airbag deployment killed seriously injured. Toyota strongly recommends that: The driver sit as far back as pos-...
  • Page 33 SUPRA (U) 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,...
  • Page 34 SUPRA (U) When the airbags inflate, they produce a fairly loud noise and release some smoke CAUTION along with non−toxic gas. This does not The SRS airbag system is designed indicate a fire. Be sure to wash off any only as a supplement to the prima-...
  • Page 35 SUPRA (U) 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.
  • Page 36 SUPRA (U) Do not sit on the edge of the seat Do not allow a child to stand up, Do not put objects or your pets on or in front of the dashboard or or lean over the dashboard when...
  • Page 37 Contact your the front end Toyota dealer as soon as possible to ser- z Repairs made on or near the front vice the vehicle. end structure, console, steering col- The light does not come on when the umn, steering wheel or dashboard ignition key is turned to the ”ACC”...
  • Page 38 SUPRA (U) Child restraint— —Child restraint precautions Toyota strongly urges the use of child Toyota strongly urges use of restraint systems children small proper child restraint system which enough to use them. conforms to the size of the child, The laws of all fifty states in the U.S.A.
  • Page 39 SUPRA (U) —Child restraint system When not using the child restraint system, A child restraint system for a small CAUTION keep it secured with the seat belt or place child or baby must itself be properly it somewhere other than the passenger restrained on the seat with the lap por- Never put a rear−facing child re-...
  • Page 40 SUPRA (U) —Types of child restraint system Child restraint systems are classified into the following 3 types depending on the child’s age and size. (A) Infant seat (B) Convertible seat (C) Booster seat Install the child restraint system following the instructions provided by its manufac-...
  • Page 41 SUPRA (U) —Installation with 3−point type seat belt (A) INFANT SEAT INSTALLATION Do not put a rear−facing child re- CAUTION An infant seat is used in rear−facing straint system in the rear seat if it position only. Never put a rear−facing child re- interferes with the lock mechanism of the front seats.
  • Page 42 1. Run the lap and shoulder belt through 2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it Toyota dealer immediately. Do not or around the infant seat following the in the lock mode. When the belt is use the seat until the seat belt is...
  • Page 43 SUPRA (U) 3. While pressing the infant seat firmly 4. To remove the infant seat, press the against the seat cushion and seatback, CAUTION buckle−release button and allow the let the shoulder belt retract as far as belt to retract completely. The belt will...
  • Page 44 SUPRA (U) (B) CONVERTIBLE SEAT INSTALLATION A forward−facing child restraint sys- CAUTION A convertible seat is used in forward− tem should be allowed to put on facing and rear−facing position depend- Never put a rear−facing child re- the front seat only when it is un- ing on the child’s age and size.
  • Page 45 Contact your 1. Run the lap and shoulder belt through Toyota dealer immediately. Do not Do not put a rear−facing child re- or around the convertible seat following use the seat until the seat belt is straint system on the rear seat if it...
  • Page 46 SUPRA (U) 2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it 3. While pressing convertible seat in the lock mode. When the belt is firmly against the seat cushion and CAUTION then retracted slightly, it cannot be ex- seatback, let the shoulder belt retract Push and pull the child restraint sys- tended.
  • Page 47 SUPRA (U) 4. To remove the convertible seat, press (C) BOOSTER SEAT INSTALLATION the buckle−release button and allow the CAUTION A booster seat is used in forward−fac- belt to retract completely. The belt will ing position only. A forward−facing child restraint sys-...
  • Page 48 Contact your is positioned across the center of Toyota dealer immediately. Do not child’s shoulder. The belt should be use the seat until the seat belt is kept away from child’s neck, but fixed. not falling off child’s shoulder. Fail-...
  • Page 49 SUPRA (U) —Top strap anchors and locations 2. To remove the child restraint system, If your child restraint system requires On the rear cargo floor press the buckle−release button and al- the use of a top strap, latch the hook a.
  • Page 50 Toyota dealer. (See ”—Child restraint rear view mirror on the passenger’s side. system”.) When the steering wheel is in a low posi-...
  • Page 51 SUPRA (U) —Power rear view mirror control —Folding rear view mirrors 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.
  • Page 52 SUPRA (U) Anti−glare inside rear view mirror Pull the lever toward you to reduce glare from the headlights of the vehicle behind you during night driving. Before adjusting the mirror to the position with most clarity, push day−night change lever away from you (daylight driv- ing position).

  • Page 53: Operation Of Instruments And Controls

    SUPRA (U) Part 1 Headlights and turn signals The lights automatically turn off when the OPERATION OF driver’s door is opened with the ignition key turned off. To turn them on again, turn INSTRUMENTS the key to the ”ON” position or actuate the headlight switch.
  • Page 54 SUPRA (U) Emergency flashers For high beam, push the lever away For signaling turns, move the lever up To turn on the emergency flashers, from you. Pull it toward you for low or down in the conventional manner. push the switch.
  • Page 55 SUPRA (U) Instrument panel light control Front fog lights NOTICE To prevent the battery from being dis- charged, do not leave the switch on for a long period when the engine is not running. To adjust the brightness of the instru- To turn on the front fog lights, twist ment panel lights, turn the knob.
  • Page 56 SUPRA (U) Interior lights Ignition switch light Luggage compartment light To turn on the interior light, push the For easy access to the ignition switch, To turn the luggage compartment light switch. the ignition switch light comes on when on, open the back door and push the either side door is opened.
  • Page 57 SUPRA (U) Windshield wipers and washer Rear window wiper and washer If the washer does not work, check to see whether the washer tank is empty. For information on adding washer fluid, see ”Adding washer fluid” in Chapter 7−3. In cold weather, warm the windshield with the defroster before using the washer.
  • Page 58 SUPRA (U) Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers NOTICE CAUTION Do not operate the rear wiper if the Since the mirror surfaces can get hot, rear window is dry. It may scratch the keep your hands off them when the glass.

  • Page 59: Chapter 1−5 Gauges, Meters And Service Reminder Indicators

    Gauges, Meters The indicator lamp goes off after driving several times. If the indicator lamp does and Service reminder not go off, contact your Toyota dealer as indicators soon as possible. Fuel gauge The gauge works when the ignition...
  • Page 60 SUPRA (U) Engine coolant temperature gauge Tachometer NOTICE z 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.
  • Page 61 SUPRA (U) Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers Odometer and two trip meters The meter display changes each time you If the indicator or Do this. push the ”ODO TRIP” button, changing in buzzer comes on... order from the odometer to trip meter A to trip meter B, then back to the odome- ter.
  • Page 62 SUPRA (U) (a) Master Warning Light If the indicator or Do this. If the indicator or Do this. This light warns that another service re- buzzer comes on... buzzer comes on... minder indicator (except seat belt reminder light, low fuel level warning light, rear light...
  • Page 63 CAUTION The engine ignition will continue to oper- paired by your Toyota dealer as soon as ate, however, until the battery is dis- possible. It is dangerous to continue driving charged. Turn off the air conditioning,...
  • Page 64 If this light comes on when the headlight and stop the engine immediately. Call a switch is turned on (at the first or second NOTICE Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop for clickstop), it indicates that one or more of assistance. Continued engine operation with low the tail lights are burned out.
  • Page 65 Have it the ignition key in the ”ACC” or ”LOCK” checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as position. possible.
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  • Page 67: Chapter 1−6 Ignition Switch, Transmission And Parking Brake

    SUPRA (U) Ignition switch with steering lock Part 1 You must push in the key to turn the key OPERATION OF from ”ACC” to the ”LOCK” position. On vehicles with an automatic transmission, INSTRUMENTS the selector lever must be put in the ”P”...
  • Page 68 SUPRA (U) Automatic transmission When the cruise control is being used, even if you downshift the transmission by turning off 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...
  • Page 69 SUPRA (U) Your automatic transmission has a shift 3. Release the parking brake and brake When the cruise control is being used, lock system to minimize the possibility of pedal. Depress the accelerator pedal even if you downshift the transmission by incorrect operation.
  • Page 70 SUPRA (U) (d) Backing up (f) Good driving practice NOTICE 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. If the transmission is repeatedly upshifted z Be careful not to overrev the en- and downshifted between third gear and 2. With the brake pedal held down with overdrive when climbing a gentle slope, gine.
  • Page 71 SUPRA (U) (g) Rocking your vehicle if stuck z If your vehicle remains stuck after NOTICE rocking the vehicle several times, CAUTION Be careful not to overrev the engine consider other ways such as tow- when using ”2” or ”L” position.
  • Page 72 SUPRA (U) Manual transmission The shift pattern is shown above. You Maximum allowable speeds must lift up the ring around the gear To get on a highway or to pass slower shift lever to shift into ”R” (reverse). traffic, maximum acceleration may be nec- Press the clutch pedal down fully while essary.
  • Page 73 SUPRA (U) Parking brake Cruise control 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. To set: Pull up the lever.

  • Page 74: Turning On The System

    When you release it, the If the preset speed automatically cancels vehicle will return to the speed set prior out other than for the above cases, have to the acceleration. your vehicle checked by your Toyota deal- er at the earliest opportunity.
  • Page 75 The indicator light does not come on. control lever downward ”SET/ The indicator light flashes again. COAST” direction. 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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  • Page 77: Turning The System On And Off

    —Using your audio system: —Reference some basics Part 1 This section describes some of the basic OPERATION OF features on Toyota audio systems. Some information may not pertain to your sys- INSTRUMENTS tem. AND CONTROLS— Your audio system works when the ignition key is in the ”ACC”...
  • Page 78 Keep in mind that if you are listening to make sure it is retracted before driv- a stereo recording or broadcast, changing ing your Toyota through an automatic the right/left balance will increase the vol- car wash. ume of one group of sounds while de- creasing the volume of another.
  • Page 79 SUPRA (U) —Using your audio system: controls and features "Type 1 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...
  • Page 80 SUPRA (U) Details of specific buttons, controls and 1 2 3 4 5 6 (Preset buttons) (Reverse/Fast forward buttons) features are described in the alphabetical These buttons are used to preset and If you want to fast forward or reverse listing that follows.
  • Page 81 SUPRA (U) AUDIO CONTROL / MODE Sound balance adjustment function— CD (Compact Disc) This knob is also to adjust the sound Push ”CD” to switch from radio operation Manual tone adjustment function— balance between the front and rear, and to compact disc operation. If the audio This knob is used to adjust the tone the right and left speakers.
  • Page 82 If the malfunction is not recovered, take tracks in the magazine in random order. button again to turn off the repeat feature. your vehicle to your Toyota dealer. To turn off the random feature, push the ∨∧ Compact disc auto changer only—...
  • Page 83 SUPRA (U) SCAN Compact disc player ST (Stereo reception) display There are two scan features—you can ei- Your radio automatically changes to stereo Radio ther scan the tracks on a specific disc or reception when a stereo broadcast is re-...
  • Page 84 SUPRA (U) 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.)
  • Page 85 SUPRA (U) "Type 2 Details of specific buttons, controls, and features are described in the alphabetical listing that follows.
  • Page 86 SUPRA (U) 1 2 3 4 5 6 (Preset buttons) AM F M (Reverse/Fast forward buttons) These buttons are used to preset and Push Cassette Player tune in radio stations. ”AM Push the fast forward button to fast for- To preset a station to a button: Tune in ward a cassette tape.
  • Page 87 SUPRA (U) For middle−pitch tone adjustment, push ”AUDIO CONTROL / MODE” repeatedly high−pitch tone adjustment, push CD (Compact Disc) until ”MId” appears on the display. Then ”AUDIO CONTROL / MODE” repeatedly Push ”CD” to switch from radio or cas- turn the knob to suit your preference.
  • Page 88 If the malfunction is not recovered, take recording the tape. PWR·VOL (Power·Volume) your vehicle to your Toyota dealer. ∗ Push ”PWR·VOL” to turn the audio system : Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from ∨∧...
  • Page 89 SUPRA (U) Random playing for the tracks on a disc: Compact Disc Player SCAN Quickly push and release ”RAND”. ”RAND” There are two repeat features—you can Radio will appear on the display and the disc either replay a disc track or a whole com- You can either scan all the frequencies on you are listening to in random order.
  • Page 90 SUPRA (U) When counting the number of tracks you Compact disc player SEEK (Seeking) want to rewind, remember to count the There are two scan features—you can ei- Radio current track as well. For example, if you ther scan the tracks on a specific disc or...

  • Page 91: Radio Reception

    ”ST” appears on the display. If the TUNE (Tuning) signal becomes weak, the radio reduces Your Toyota has an electronic tuning radio the amount of channel separation to prev- (ETR). Push and release the ”∧” (up) or ent the weak signal from creating noise.
  • Page 92 SUPRA (U) For example, nearby buildings and terrain Station swapping—If the FM signal you A dirty tape head or tape path can can interfere with FM reception. Power are listening to is interrupted or weak- decrease sound quality and tangle your...

  • Page 93: Caring For Your Compact Disc Player And Discs

    SUPRA (U) 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. Handle compact discs carefully, espe- cially when you are inserting them.
  • Page 94 SUPRA (U) Air conditioning system— —Controls CAUTION Compact disc players use invisible la- ser beam which could cause hazard- radiation exposure directed outside the unit. Be sure to operate the player correctly as instructed. 1. ”OFF” Button 2. ”AUTO” Button 3.
  • Page 95 SUPRA (U) 5. Windshield—Air flow mainly from the ”AUTO” button windshield vent. For automatic operation of the air condi- tioning, press the ”AUTO” button. An indi- Pressing the button once again returns the cator light will illuminate to show that the air flow mode to the last one used.
  • Page 96 If this happens, take your ve- hicle to a Toyota dealer for service. Air intake selector Press the button to select the air source. 1. Recirculate—Recirculates the air inside the vehicle.
  • Page 97 SUPRA (U) —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.
  • Page 98 SUPRA (U) Heating Air conditioning Ventilation For best results, set controls to: For best results, set controls to: For best results, set controls to: For automatic operation⎯ For automatic operation⎯ For automatic operation⎯ Press in the ”AUTO” button. Press in the ”AUTO” button.
  • Page 99 SUPRA (U) —Instrument panel vents ⎯The outside of the windshield Defogging and defrosting ⎯The inside of the windshield For best results, set controls to: For best results, set controls to: Temperature ⎯ Towards high temperature Temperature ⎯ Towards high Air intake ⎯ FRESH (outside air) temperature to heat;...
  • Page 100 SUPRA (U) If air flow control is not satisfactory, check the instrument panel vents. The instrument panel vents may be opened or closed as shown.
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  • Page 102: Chapter 1−8 Other Equipment

    SUPRA (U) Part 1 Clock Once the electrical power source has OPERATION OF been disconnected from the clock, the time is automatically set to 1:00 (one INSTRUMENTS o’clock). AND CONTROLS— Chapter 1−8 Other equipment Clock Cigarette lighter and ashtray Glovebox The digital clock indicates the time with the ignition key at the ”ACC”...
  • Page 103 After using the ashtray, close the always keep the glovebox door closed ashtray cover completely. while driving. To remove the ashtray, open the ashtray cover and pull it out. Use a Toyota genuine cigarette lighter or equivalent for replacement.

  • Page 104: Automatic Mode

    SUPRA (U) Auxiliary box Luggage cover Traction control system To open the box, pull up the strap. When you open the back door, the lug- AUTOMATIC MODE gage cover tilt ups for easy access to The traction control system automatical- the luggage area.
  • Page 105 SUPRA (U) Leave the system on during ordinary MANUAL SNOW OPERATION driving so that it can operate when You can select the snow mode by push- needed. When traction control is ap- ing the ”SNOW” switch. The ”SNOW” plied, the slip indicator light blinks. If indicator light will come on.
  • Page 106 SUPRA (U) Floor mat CAUTION Under certain slippery road condi- tions, full traction of the vehicle and power to the rear wheels cannot be maintained, even though the traction control system is in operation. Do not drive the vehicle under any speed or...
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  • Page 108: Information Before Driving Your Toyota

    1600 km (1000 miles) can add To help prevent gas station mixups, your YOUR TOYOTA to the future economy and long life of Toyota has a new smaller fuel tank open- your vehicle: ing. The special nozzle on pumps with Break−in period Do not drive over 88 km/h (55 mph).
  • Page 109 Use of unleaded gasoline with an octane gine. If you use gasohol in your Toyota, be rating or research octane number lower sure that it is unleaded, has an octane Toyota recommends the use of gasolines...

  • Page 110: Fuel Tank Capacity

    SUPRA (U) Operation in foreign countries Three−way catalytic converters If you plan to drive your Toyota in NOTICE another country... z Do First, comply with the vehicle registration use gasohol other than laws. stated above. It will cause fuel sys-...
  • Page 111 Remember, your Toyota z Use only unleaded gasoline. dealer knows your vehicle and its three−way catalytic converter sys-...

  • Page 112: Engine Oil Consumption

    SUPRA (U) Facts about engine oil consumption Engine exhaust cautions FUNCTIONS OF ENGINE OIL CAUTION Keep the back door closed while Engine oil has the primary functions of driving. An open or unsealed back lubricating and cooling the inside of the Avoid inhaling the engine exhaust.
  • Page 113 More oil is consumed by high−speed driv- regularly. Toyota recommends that the oil ing and frequent acceleration and decel- level be checked every time you refuel Your engine is fitted with twin ground eration.

  • Page 114: Brake Booster

    SUPRA (U) Brake system You may hear a sound in the engine TANDEM MASTER CYLINDER BRAKE CAUTION compartment for a few seconds when the SYSTEM engine is started or just after the vehicle The tandem master cylinder brake system Do not pump the brake pedal if the is started.
  • Page 115 Have your vehicle checked of tire friction. by your Toyota dealer as soon as pos- Always maintain a safe distance from the sible. vehicle in front of you. Compared with DRUM−IN−DISC TYPE PARKING BRAKE...
  • Page 116 SUPRA (U) Brake pad wear limit indicators Luggage stowage precautions When stowing luggage or cargo in or on the vehicle, observe the following: Do not place anything on the lug- gage cover. Such items may be Put luggage or cargo in the luggage thrown about and possibly injure compartment when at all possible.
  • Page 117 This is the primary identification number as the original tires on your Toyota for your Toyota. It is used in registering because damage to the limited−slip the ownership of your vehicle. differential could possibly occur with...
  • Page 118 SUPRA (U) Theft prevention labels Suspension and chassis Your new vehicle carries theft preven- CAUTION tion labels which are approximately 56 mm (2.20 in.) by 16 mm (0.63 in.). Do not modify the suspension/chassis The purpose of these labels is to reduce with lift kits, spacers, springs, etc.
  • Page 119 SUPRA (U) Types of tires Determine what kind of tires your ve- CAUTION hicle is originally equipped with. 1. Summer tires Do not mix summer and all season Summer tires are high−speed capability tires on your vehicle as this can...

  • Page 120: Starting And Driving

    SUPRA (U) How to start the engine– (a) Before cranking Part 3 Before starting the engine 1. Check the area around the vehicle be- 1. Apply the parking brake firmly. STARTING AND DRIV- fore entering it. 2. Turn off unnecessary lights and acces- 2.
  • Page 121 SUPRA (U) Precautions for turning off an engine with turbocharger (2JZ−GTE engine) (b) Starting the engine Before starting the engine, be sure to After high−speed or extended driving, etc., NOTICE follow instructions ”(a) Before requiring a heavy engine load, the engine cranking”.
  • Page 122 If they still do not work safely, pull to the side of the road and call a Toyota dealer for assistance.
  • Page 123 If you are not sure about making it hard to release. which oil to use, call your Toyota dealer– he will be pleased to help. Keep ice and snow from accumulating under the fenders. Keep the door locks from freezing.
  • Page 124 Toyota does not recommend towing a trail- Avoid lengthy warm−up idling. Once er with your Supra. It is not designed for Do not rest your foot on the clutch the engine is running smoothly, begin or brake pedal. This causes needless trailer towing.
  • Page 125 SUPRA (U) 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.

  • Page 126: In Case Of An Emergency

    If you lose your keys 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.
  • Page 127 If the engine still will not start, it needs Batteries contain sulfuric acid correct. adjustment or repair. Call a Toyota dealer which is poisonous and corrosive. or qualified repair shop for assistance. Wear protective safety glasses when jump starting, and avoid spilling NOTICE acid on your skin, clothing, or ve- hicle.

  • Page 128: Jump-Starting Procedure

    SUPRA (U) 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.
  • Page 129 SUPRA (U) If your engine stalls while driving Do not connect the cable to or near any If your engine stalls while driving... part that moves when engine 1. Reduce your speed gradually, keeping cranked. a straight line. Move cautiously off the road to a safe place.
  • Page 130 You should have it checked as 4. If the engine drive belt is broken or the Wait until the steam subsides before soon as possible at your Toyota dealer. coolant is leaking, stop the engine im- opening the hood. If there is no coolant mediately.
  • Page 131 SUPRA (U) If you have a flat tire— 1. Reduce your speed gradually, keeping NOTICE a straight line. Move cautiously off the Stop the vehicle on a level firm ground, firmly set the parking brake road to a safe place well away from Do not continue driving with a de- and put the transmission in “P”...
  • Page 132 The compact spare tire is identified by the The compact spare tire was de- distinctive wheel design and color and signed especially for your Toyota. special wording ”TEMPORARY USE ONLY” Do not use it on any other vehicle. molded into the side wall of the tire.
  • Page 133 SUPRA (U) —Required tools and spare tire To remove the jack, loosen the bolt and To remove the spare tire: 1. Get the wheel nut wrench, jack, jack remove it. handle and spare tire. 1. Remove the spare tire cover.
  • Page 134 SUPRA (U) —Blocking the wheel —Removing wheel ornament —Loosening wheel nuts 2. Block the wheel diagonally opposite 3. Remove the wheel ornament. 4. Loosen all the wheel nuts. the flat tire to keep the vehicle from Pry off the wheel ornament, using the Always loosen the wheel nuts before rais- rolling when it is jacked up.
  • Page 135 SUPRA (U) —Positioning the jack —Raising your vehicle CAUTION Never get under the vehicle when the vehicle supported jack alone. 5. Position the jack at the correct jack 6. After making sure that no one is in point as shown.
  • Page 136 SUPRA (U) —Changing wheels —Reinstalling wheel nuts Before putting on wheels, remove any cor- 7. Remove the wheel nuts and change 8. Reinstall all the wheel nuts finger rosion on the mounting surfaces with a tires. tight. wire brush or such. Installation of wheels...
  • Page 137 SUPRA (U) —Lowering your vehicle —Reinstalling wheel ornament CAUTION When lowering the vehicle, make sure all portions of your body and all oth- er persons around will not be injured the vehicle is lowered to the ground. 9. Lower the vehicle completely and 10.

  • Page 138: Towing Precautions

    11. Check the air pressure of the re- If towing is necessary, we recommend placed tire. you to have it done by your Toyota dealer or a commercial tow truck ser- Adjust the air pressure to the specification vice. In consultation with them, have designated in Part 8.
  • Page 139 SUPRA (U) From rear—Place the ignition key in the (a) Towing with wheel lift type truck ”ACC” position. From front— Manual transmission: NOTICE We recommend using a towing dolly z When lifting wheels, take care to under the rear wheels. If you do not...
  • Page 140 The eyelet and towing cable or If towing is necessary, we recommend chain may break and cause serious you to have it done by your Toyota injury or damage. dealer or a commercial tow truck ser- vice.
  • Page 141 SUPRA (U) If you cannot shift automatic transmission selector lever If you lose your keys Many Toyota dealers can make a new key if you can give them the key num- ber. See the suggestion given in ”Keys” in Chapter 1−2.

  • Page 142: Corrosion Prevention And Appearance Care

    APPEARANCE CARE construction. Now, it is up to you. Proper High temperatures will cause corrosion care of your Toyota can help ensure long− to those components of the vehicle Protecting your Toyota from term corrosion prevention. which are prevented from quick−drying corrosion due to lack of proper ventilation.
  • Page 143 We recommend See ”Washing and waxing your Toyota” for When driving in the areas where there that the fittings and the area where the more tips.
  • Page 144 NOTICE Do not use gasoline or strong sol- make sure it is retracted before driv- vents, which may be toxic or cause ing your Toyota through an automatic Always remove the plastic bumpers if damage. car wash. your vehicle is re−painted and placed in a high heat paint waxing booth.
  • Page 145 SUPRA (U) Cleaning the interior NOTICE NOTICE CAUTION Do not use solvent, thinner, gasoline Do not use dye or bleach on the Do not wash the vehicle floor with or window cleaner on the interior. belts–it may weaken them. water, or allow water to get onto the...
  • Page 146 SUPRA (U) After cleaning or whenever any part of the leather gets wet, dry with a soft clean cloth. Allow the leather to dry in a venti- NOTICE NOTICE lated shaded area. z Do not use organic substances (sol- z If a stain should fail to come out...
  • Page 147 SUPRA (U) z Improper cleaning of the leather up- holstery could result in discolor- ation or staining. If you have any questions about the cleaning of your Toyota, your local Toyota dealer will be pleased to answer them.
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  • Page 149: Vehicle Maintenance And Care

    Owner’s or if you prefer, your Toyota dealer will be Guide, Owner’s Manual Supplement or pleased to do them at a nominal cost. Warranty Booklet for complete warranty information.

  • Page 150: Outside The Vehicle

    They learn to work on form them are presented in Part 7. vehicle to your Toyota dealer or a quali- Toyotas before they work on your vehicle, If you are a skilled do−it−yourself mechan- fied service shop immediately.

  • Page 151: Inside The Vehicle

    SUPRA (U) Tire surface and wheel nuts Service reminder indicators and warning Brakes Check the tires carefully for cuts, damage At a safe place, check that the brakes do buzzers or excessive wear. See Chapter 7−2 for Check that all service reminder indicators not pull to one side when applied.
  • Page 152 Battery electrolyte level Make sure the electrolyte level of all bat- mance, sounds, and visual tip−offs that vehicle to your Toyota dealer as soon as tery cells is correct. Add only distilled indicate service is needed. Some impor- possible. It probably needs adjustment or water when replenishing.

  • Page 153: Do-It-Yourself Maintenance

    SUPRA (U) Part 7 DO−IT−YOURSELF MAINTENANCE— Chapter 7−1 Introduction Engine compartment overview Fuse locations Do−it−yourself service precautions Parts and tools...
  • Page 154 SUPRA (U) Engine compartment overview (2JZ−GE engine)
  • Page 155 SUPRA (U) Engine compartment overview (2JZ−GTE engine)
  • Page 156 Read separate Toyota Warranty statement for details and suggestions. This part gives instructions only for those items that are relatively easy for an owner to perform. As explained in Part 6, there...
  • Page 157 SUPRA (U) CAUTION Be sure that the ignition is off if Dispose of used oil and filter only you work near the electric cooling in a safe and acceptable manner. When the engine is running, keep fan or radiator grille. With the igni-...
  • Page 158 Be careful not to scratch the glass need on performing do−it−yourself mainte- Rag or paper towel surface with the wiper frame. nance. Remember all Toyota parts are de- Funnel (only for adding fluid) z When signed in metric sizes, so your tools must...
  • Page 159 SUPRA (U) 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 original (See charts ”Replacing light bulbs” in Chapter 7−3.) Tools: Screwdriver...
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  • Page 161: Chapter 7−2 Engine And Chassis

    SUPRA (U) Part 7 Checking the engine oil level If the oil level is below or only slightly DO−IT−YOURSELF above the low level, add engine oil of the same type as already in the engine. MAINTENANCE— Remove the oil filler cap and add engine oil in small quantities at a time, checking Chapter 7−2...

  • Page 162: Engine Oil Selection

    SUPRA (U) 2JZ−GTE engine—Use grade ENGINE OIL SELECTION API service symbol ”Energy−Conserving II” or SJ, ”Energy− 2JZ−GE engine—Use grade Conserving” multigrade engine ”Energy−Conserving II” ILSAC multigrade engine oil. ”Energy−Conserving” multigrade engine oil ILSAC multigrade engine oil. Recommended viscosity (SAE): Recommended viscosity (SAE):...
  • Page 163 Do not use alcohol type antifreeze or If you can find no leak, have your Toyota plain water alone. dealer test the cap pressure and check for leaks in the cooling system.
  • Page 164 SUPRA (U) Checking brake fluid Checking power steering fluid Remove and replace the reservoir cover by hand. Fill the brake fluid to the dotted line. This brings the fluid to the correct level when you put the cover back on.
  • Page 165 If a tire frequently needs refilling, have it Keep your tire pressures at the proper checked by your Toyota dealer. CAUTION level. The following instructions for checking The recommended cold tire pressures, tire...
  • Page 166 SUPRA (U) Checking and replacing tires Your Supra has been fitted with specially Take special care when adding air to the compact spare tire. The smaller developed tires which provide exceptional tire size can gain pressure very quick- dynamic performance under general road ly.
  • Page 167 Toyota recommends all four tires, or at The compact spare tire— least both of the front or rear tires be The tire is designed for temporary use replaced at a time as a set.
  • Page 168 Use the tire chains of correct size and If wheel covers are used, they will be the original tires on your Toyota. type. scratched by the chain band, so remove Do not use tires other than those men- the covers before putting on the chains.

  • Page 169: Wheel Selection

    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-...
  • Page 170 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.

  • Page 171: Chapter 7−3 Electrical Components

    SUPRA (U) Checking battery condition— —Precautions Part 7 DO−IT−YOURSELF CAUTION If electrolyte gets on your skin, thoroughly wash the contact area. If MAINTENANCE— BATTERY PRECAUTIONS you feel pain or burning, get medi- cal attention immediately. The battery produces flammable and Chapter 7−3...
  • Page 172 SUPRA (U) —Checking battery exterior —Checking battery fluid NOTICE z Be sure the engine and all accesso- ries are off before performing main- tenance. z When checking the battery, remove the ground cable from the negative terminal (”–” mark) first and rein- stall it last.
  • Page 173 SUPRA (U) Battery recharging precautions Checking and replacing fuses During recharging, the battery is pro- NOTICE ducing hydrogen gas. Therefore, before recharging: Never recharge the battery while the engine is running. Also, be sure all 1. If recharging with the battery installed accessories are turned off.
  • Page 174 The lid of the fuse box shows there is a problem with the electrical sys- the name of the circuit for each fuse. See tem. Have your Toyota dealer correct it as Part 8 of this manual for the functions soon as possible.
  • Page 175 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.
  • Page 176 — Glovebox light — If the error is over the value specified Only use a bulb of the listed type. above, take the vehicle to your Toyota Luggage compartment — light dealer to adjust the headlight aim. A: HB4 halogen bulbs...
  • Page 177 To install a bulb, align the tab of the bulb socket with the cutouts of the mounting hole. RIGHT SIDE HEADLIGHT: Install the air cleaner cover securely. Aiming is not necessary after replacing the bulb. When aiming adjustment is nec- essary, contact your Toyota dealer.
  • Page 178 To install a bulb, align the tab of the bulb socket with the cutouts of the mounting hole. RIGHT SIDE HEADLIGHT: Install the air cleaner cover securely. Aiming is not necessary after replacing the bulb. When aiming adjustment is nec- essary, contact your Toyota dealer.
  • Page 179 SUPRA (U) —Front fog lights 1. Open the hood. 2. Turn the cover counterclockwise and 3. Disconnect the cords. remove it. RIGHT SIDE HEADLIGHT: Release the clips of the air cleaner and remove the air cleaner cover.
  • Page 180 SUPRA (U) —Parking lights 4. Release the bulb retaining spring 5. Connect the cords and install the and remove the bulb. Install a new cover by turning it clockwise. bulb and the bulb retaining spring. RIGHT SIDE HEADLIGHT: Install the air To install the bulb, align the cutouts of the cleaner cover securely.
  • Page 181 SUPRA (U) —Front turn signal lights —Front side marker lights Use a Phillips−head screwdriver.
  • Page 182 SUPRA (U) —Rear turn signal, stop and tail, and back−up lights —Rear side marker lights Use a Phillips−head screwdriver. Use a Phillips−head screwdriver.
  • Page 183 SUPRA (U) a: Rear turn signal light b: Stop and tail light c: Back−up light...
  • Page 184 SUPRA (U) —License plate lights Use a Phillips−head screwdriver.

  • Page 185: Specifications

    SUPRA (U) Part 8 Dimensions and weight Engine Overall length mm (in.) 4515 (177.7) Model: SPECIFICATIONS 2JZ−GE and 2JZ−GTE Overall width mm (in.) 1810 ( 71.3) Type: ∗ Overall height mm (in.) 1275 ( 50.2) Dimensions and weight 2JZ−GE engine Wheelbase mm (in.) 2550 (100.4)

  • Page 186: Engine Lubrication

    SUPRA (U) Fuel Service specifications Fuel type: Recommended oil viscosity (SAE): ENGINE Premium unleaded gasoline, Octane Rat- Valve clearance (engine cold), mm (in.): 2JZ−GE engine ing 91 (Research Octane Number 96) Intake 0.15—0.25 (0.006—0.010) or higher for optimum engine perfor- Exhaust 0.25—0.35 (0.010—0.014)
  • Page 187 SUPRA (U) COOLING SYSTEM CLUTCH DIFFERENTIAL Total capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.): Pedal freeplay, mm (in.): Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.): 2JZ−GE engine 8.0 (8.5, 7.0) 5—15 (0.2–0.6) 1.35 (1.43 1.19) 2JZ−GTE engine Fluid type: Oil type: With manual transmission SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3...
  • Page 188 SUPRA (U) Tires Fuses Pedal freeplay, mm (in.): Tire size: 1—6 (0.04–0.24) Spare tire T145/70 R 17 Pad wear limit, mm (in.): Except spare tire 1.0 (0.04) 2JZ−GE engine Lining wear limit, mm (in.): 225/50R 16 92V (for front use only) 1.0 (0.04)
  • Page 189 SUPRA (U) 9. DOME 7.5 A: Interior lights, personal lights, door courtesy lights, luggage compartment light, ignition switch light, open door warning light, theft deterrent system 10. RAD NO.1 20 A: Radio cassette tape player 11. HEAD (RH) 15 A: Right−hand headlight 12.
  • Page 190 SUPRA (U) 24. CIG 15 A: Cigarette lighter, air condi- Fuses (type B) tioning system, SRS airbag system, Power window, power 31. DOOR 30 theft deterrent system, shift lock con- door lock system, theft deterrent sys- trol system 25. RAD NO.2 7.5 A: Radio, cassette tape 32.

  • Page 191: Reporting Safety Defects For U.s. Owners And Uniform Tire Quality Grading

    However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual prob- lems between you, your dealer, or Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.
  • Page 192 C may have poor traction per- tire failure. quality grading. formance. Your Toyota dealer will help answer any Warning: The traction grade assigned to questions you may have as you read this this tire is based on braking (straight information.

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