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

    WWW.MANUALS.WS 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 WWW.MANUALS.WS...
  • Page 2: Instrument Panel Overview

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Instrument panel overview 1. Side vent 2. Tilt steering lock release lever 3. Intsrument cluster 4. Center vents 5. Personal lights 6. Electric mon roof switches 7. Power door lock switch 8. Power window switches 9. Automatic transmission selector lever or manual transmission gear shift lever 10.
  • Page 3 WWW.MANUALS.WS 1. Clutch start cancel switch 2. Headlight and turn signal switch 3. Wiper and washer switches 4. Back window defogger switch 5. Emergency flasher switch 6. Clock 7. Cup holder 8. Air conditioning controls 9. Car audio 10. Ashtray 11.
  • Page 4 WWW.MANUALS.WS Instrument cluster overview 1. Service reminder indicators or 4. Speedometer 7. Fuel Gauge indicator lights 5. Odometer 8. Trip meter reset knob 2. Engine coolant temperature gauge 6. Tripmeter 3. Tachometer WWW.MANUALS.WS...
  • Page 5: Indicator Symbols On The Instrument Panel

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Indicator symbols on the instrument panel Open door warning light* Brake system warning light * SRS airbag warning light* Seat belt reminder light* Unengaged “Park” warning light * Discharge warning light* Automatic transmission fluid temperature warning light* Low oil pressure warning light* Low windshield washer fluid level Malfunction indicator light* warning light*...
  • Page 6 WWW.MANUALS.WS Cruise control indicator light * Driving pattern (”POWER” mode) indicator light Four-wheel drive indicator light Rear differential lock indicator light : For details, see “Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers” in Chapter 1-5. : If this light flashes, see “Cruise control” in Chapter 1-6. WWW.MANUALS.WS...
  • Page 7: Operation Of Instruments And Controls

    Hood additional keys, duplicates can be made glovebox. Fuel tank cap by a Toyota dealer using the key number. To protect things locked in the glovebox You should also put a copy of the key Electric moon roof when you have your vehicle parked, leave number with your important papers.
  • Page 8: Side Doors

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Side doors LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH IN- SIDE LOCK BUTTON Insert the key into the keyhole and turn Move the lock button. To lock: Push the button downward. To lock: Turn the key forward. To unlock: Pull the button upward. To unlock: Turn the key backward.
  • Page 9 WWW.MANUALS.WS LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH Push the switch. To lock: Push the switch on the front side. To unlock: Push the switch on the rear side All the doors lock or unlock simultaneous- REAR DOOR CHILD-PROTECTORS Move the lock lever to the “LOCK”...
  • Page 10: Power Windows

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Power windows CAUTION Before driving, be sure that the doors are closed and locked, espe- cially when small children are in the vehicle. 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.
  • Page 11 WWW.MANUALS.WS CAUTION To avoid serious personal injury, you must do the following. D Always make sure the head, hands and other parts of the body of all oc- cupants are kept completely inside the vehicle before you close the power windows.
  • Page 12: Power Back Window

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Power back window You can also open the back window when the back window wiper is working. At that time, the wiper stops working until the win- dow is closed again. If you push in the window lock button on the driver’s door (with power window) or on the instrument panel (without power window), the back window cannot be op-...
  • Page 13 WWW.MANUALS.WS Back door D Always make sure the head, hands and other parts of the body of all oc- cupants are kept completely inside the vehicle before you close the power windows. someone’s neck, head or hands gets caught in a closing window, it could result in a serious injury.
  • Page 14 WWW.MANUALS.WS CAUTION Keep the back window and back door closed while driving. This not only keeps the luggage from being thrown out but also prevents exhaust gases from entering the vehicle. WWW.MANUALS.WS...
  • Page 15 WWW.MANUALS.WS Hood LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH To open the hood, do the following. 2. In front of the vehicle, pull up on the POWER BACK DOOR LOCK SWITCH auxiliary catch lever and lift the 1. Pull the hood lock release lever. hood.
  • Page 16: Fuel Tank Cap

    The indicator lamp goes off after drivng After inserting the support rod into WWW.MANUALS.WS suddenly removed. several times. If the indicator lamp does the slot, make sure the rod supports not go off, contact you toyota dealer as the hood security. soon as possible.
  • Page 17: Electric Moon Roof

    60 case of an accident. seconds even after the ignition switch is D Use only a genuine Toyota fuel turned off. It stops working when any of tank cap for replacement. It has a the doors is opened.
  • Page 18 WWW.MANUALS.WS You may stop the moon roof at any de- D Never leave small children alone in sired position. The roof will move while the the vehicle, especially with the switch is being pushed and stop when re- ignition key still inserted. They leased.
  • Page 19: Head Restraints

    Seat belts— Head restraints —Seat belt precautions For your safety, adjust the restraint be- Toyota strongly urges that the driver and passengers in the vehicle be properly re- fore driving. strained at all times with the seat belts To raise: Pull it up.
  • Page 20 The entire lision. Injured person. Toyota recommends the assembly should be replaced even When using the seat belts, observe use of a seat belt. Depending on the injury, if damage is not obvious.
  • Page 21 The retractor will lock the belt during a normally, immediately contact your Toyota dealer. Do not use the sudden stop or on impact. It also may lock seat until the seat belt is fixed. It if you lean forward too quickly. A slow, WWW.MANUALS.WS...
  • Page 22 WWW.MANUALS.WS CAUTION CAUTION D High-positioned Always make sure the shoulder belt lap belts and is positioned across the center of loose-fitting belts both could in- crease the chance of injury due to your shoulder. The belt should be sliding under the lap belt during kept away from your neck, but not collision.
  • Page 23: Rear Center Seat Belt

    D 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 To release the belt, press the buckle- Sit up straight and well back in the or your child from injury.
  • Page 24 WWW.MANUALS.WS —Stowing rear seat belts Remove excess length of the belt and The rear seat belts can be stowed To release the belt, press the buckle- adjust the belt position. when not in use. release button. To shorten the belt, pull the free end of the Seat belts must be stowed before you fold belt.
  • Page 25: Seat Belt Extender

    If your seat belt cannot be fastened se- curely because it is not long enough, a CAUTION personalized seat belt extender is avail- able from your Toyota dealer free of D After inserting the tab, make sure charge. the tab and buckle are locked and...
  • Page 26: Srs Airbag

    WWW.MANUALS.WS SRS airbag The SRS (Supplemental Restraint Sys- This indicator comes on when the The SRS airbag system is designed to tem) airbags are designed to provide ignition key is turned to the “ACC” or activate in response to a severe frontal further protection to the driver and “ON”...
  • Page 27 WWW.MANUALS.WS 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 im- pact, or if it is involved in an underride col- lision (e.g.
  • Page 28 WWW.MANUALS.WS In a severe frontal impact, sensor detects deceleration and the system triggers the CAUTION airbag inflator. Then a chemical reaction in the inflator momentarily fills the airbags D The SRS airbag system is de- with non-toxic nitrogen gas to help re- signed only as a supplement to strain the forward motion of the occu- the primary protection of the driv-...
  • Page 29 WWW.MANUALS.WS D If you must use a forward-facing D Do not sit on the edge of the seat D Do not allow a child to stand up, or child restraint system in the front or lean over the dashboard when to kneel on the front passenger seat, the seat must be moved as far the vehicle is in use.
  • Page 30 Failure to follow these instructions can result in severe injuries. 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. A Installation of electronic items...
  • Page 31: Child Restraint- -Child Restraint Precautions

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Child restraint— —Child restraint precautions Toyota strongly urges the use of child D Toyota strongly urges use of a restraint systems for children small proper child restraint system that enough to use them. conforms to the size of the child on the rear seat.
  • Page 32 WWW.MANUALS.WS Child restraint— —Child restraint precautions Toyota strongly urges the use of child D Toyota strongly urges use of a restraint systems for children small proper child restraint system that enough to use them. conforms to the size of the child on the rear seat.
  • Page 33: Child Restraint System

    Toyota dealer. properly restrained in the rear seat than in sudden stop or accident. CRS installation kit the front seat.
  • Page 34 WWW.MANUALS.WS —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- turer.
  • Page 35 WWW.MANUALS.WS —Installation with 2-point type seat belt (A)INFANT SEAT INSTALLATION 1. Run the center lap and shoulder belt CAUTION through or around the infant seat fol- An Infant seat is used in rear-facing lowing the instructions provided by its only Do not use a rear-facing child rees- manufacturer and insert the tab into traint system in the rear seat if it in-...
  • Page 36 WWW.MANUALS.WS CAUTION D After inserting the tab, make sure the tab and buckle are locked and that the lap and belt is not twisted. D Do not insert coins, clips, etc. in the buckle as this may prevent you from properly latching the tab and buckle.
  • Page 37 WWW.MANUALS.WS 3. To remove the infant seat, press the (B) CONVERTIBLE SEAT INSTALLA- CAUTION buckle-release button. TION A convertible seats is used in forward- Do not use a rear-facing child re- facing and rear-facing depending on straint system in the rear seat if it in- the child’s age and size.
  • Page 38 WWW.MANUALS.WS CAUTION D After inserting the tab, make sure the tab and buckle are locked and that the lap belt is not twisted. D Do not insert coins, clips, etc. in the buckle as this may prevent you from properly latching the tab and buckle.
  • Page 39 WWW.MANUALS.WS —Installation with 3-point type seat belt 3. To remove the convertible seat, press (A)INFANT SEAT INSTALLATION CAUTION the buckle-release button. An infant seat is used in rear-facing Push and pull the child restraint sys- position only. tem is different directions to be sure it is secure.
  • Page 40 WWW.MANUALS.WS 1. Run the lap and shoulder belt through D Do not put a rear-facing child re- CAUTION or around the infant seat following the straint system in the rear seat if instructions provided by its manufac- the child restraint system inter- D Never use a rear-facing child re- turer and insert the tab into the buckle feres with the front seat lock...
  • Page 41 WWW.MANUALS.WS CAUTION D After inserting the tab, make sure the tab and buckle are locked and that the lap belt is not twisted. D Do not insert coins, clips, etc. in the buckle as this may pervent you from properly latching the tab and buckle.
  • Page 42 WWW.MANUALS.WS 4. To remove the infant seat, press the (B)CONVERTIBLE SEAT INSTALLA- buckle-release button and allow the CAUTION TION belt to retract completely. The belt will A convertible seat is used in forward- move freely again and be ready to Make sure the seat belt is securely facing and rear-facing position de- work for an adult or older child passen-...
  • Page 43 WWW.MANUALS.WS D Only D Do not use a rear-facing child re- when it is unavoidable CAUTION should a forward-facing child re- straint system in the rear seat if it straint system be used on the front interferes with the lock mecha- D Never use a rear-facing child re- seat.
  • Page 44 WWW.MANUALS.WS CAUTION D 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. D Do not insert coins, clips, etc. in the buckle as this may prevent you from properly latching the tab and buckle.
  • Page 45 WWW.MANUALS.WS 3. While pressing the convertible seat 4. To remove the convertible seat, press CAUTION firmly against the seat cushion and the buckle-release button and allow seatback, let the shoulder belt retract the belt to retract completely. The belt as far as it will go to hold the convert- will move freely again and be ready to Make sure the seat belt is securely ible seat securely.
  • Page 46 WWW.MANUALS.WS 1. Sit the child on a booster seat. Run the (C)BOOSTER SEAT INSTALLATION lap and shoulder belt through or CAUTION A booster seat is used in forward-fac- around the booster seat and child fol- ing position only. lowing the instructions provided by its Only when it is unavoidable should manufacturer and insert the tab into a forward-facing child restraint sys-...
  • Page 47 WWW.MANUALS.WS D If the seat belt does not function CAUTION normally, it cannot protect your child from injury. Contact your To- D Always make sure the shoulder yota dealer immediately. Do not use the seat until the seat belt is belt is positioned across the cen- fixed.
  • Page 48 3 anchor locations shown in the illustra- tion. If your child restraint system does not pro- vide any of the necessary parts, ask your Toyota dealer. (See “—child restraint sys- tem”.) On the filler panel behind the rear seat If your child restraint system requires the use of a top strap, latch the hook a.
  • Page 49: Operation Of Instruments And Controls

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Part 1 Headlights and turn signals OPERATION OF NOTICE INSTRUMENTS AND To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not leave the lights CONTROLS— on for a long period when the engine is not running. Daytime running light system (Canada Chapter 1-4 only) Lights, Wipers...
  • Page 50: Emergency Flashers

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Emergency flashers High-Low beams—For high beams, To turn on the emergency flashers, TURN SIGNAL turn the headlights on and push the lever push the switch. To signal a turn, push the headlight/ away from you (position 1). Pull the lever All the turn signal lights will flash.
  • Page 51: Instrument Panel Light Control

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Instrument panel light control Interior light NOTICE To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not leave the lights on for a long period when the engine is not running. To adjust the brightness of the instru- To turn on the interior light, slide the ment panel lights, turn the knob.
  • Page 52: Personal Lights

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Personal lights Luggage compartment light Ignition switch light To turn on the personal light, push the To turn on the luggage compartment For easy access to the ignition switch, switch. To turn the lights off, push the light, slide the switch. the ignition switch light comes on switch once again.
  • Page 53 WWW.MANUALS.WS Windshield wipers and Wind shield wipers and washer (intermittent type) washer (mist type) To squirt washer fluid, pull the lever to- ward you and release it. If the windshield wipers are off, they will operate a couple of times after the washer squirts.
  • Page 54: Back Window Wiper And Washer

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Back window wiper and washer In freezing weather, warm the windshield NOTICE with the defroster before using the wash- er. This will help prevent the washer fluid Do not operate the back window from freezing on your windshield, which wipers if the back window is dry.
  • Page 55: Back Window Defogger

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Back window defogger NOTICE Avoid driving with the tailgate open. A To prevent the battery from being discharged, turn the switch on when the engine is running. A When cleaning the inside of the back window, be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires.
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  • Page 57: Gauges, Meters And Service Reminder Indicators

    INSTRUMENTS AND the fuel tank immediately. The indicator lamp goes off after driving CONTROLS— several times. If the indicator lamp does not go off, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. Chapter 1-5 Gauges, Meters and Service reminder indicators...
  • Page 58: Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Engine coolant temperature Tachometer gauge D Idling for a long period with the air con- ditioning on in stop-and-go traffic. D Towing a trailer NOTICE A Do not remove the thermostat in the engine cooling system as this may cause the engine to overheat. The thermostat is designed to control the flow of coolant to keep the temperature of the engine...
  • Page 59: Odometer And Trip Meter

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Service reminder indicators Odometer and trip meter and warning buzzers These meters show the running dis- tance. 1. Odometer—It shows the total distance the vehicle has been driven. 2. Trip meter—It shows the distance driven since the last time it was set to zero.
  • Page 60 WWW.MANUALS.WS charged. Turn off the air conditioning, vehicle towed in for repairs. (For tow- blower, radio, etc., and drive directly to the ing information, see Part 4.) nearest Toyota dealer or repair shop.
  • Page 61 Toyota dealer as soon as possible. This light will come on when the igni- ly after a hard stop. There is no cause for tion key is turned to the “ACC”...
  • Page 62 If the light This buzzer reminds you to remove the 4. Turn ignition key to “ACC”. does not go off, call a Toyota dealer or key when you open the driver’s door with The SRS airbag warning light should qualified repair shop for assistance.
  • Page 63 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 pos- sible. WWW.MANUALS.WS...
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  • Page 65: Ignition Switch With Steering Lock

    Ignition switch with steering WWW.MANUALS.WS Part 1 lock OPERATION OF Vehicles with manual transmission— You must push in the key to turn the key INSTRUMENTS from “ACC” to the “LOCK” position. Vehicles with automatic transmission— AND CONTROLS— You must shift the selector lever into the “P”...
  • Page 66: Automatic Transmission

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Automatic transmission Two-wheel drive models WWW.MANUALS.WS Vehicles with cruise control - 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”...
  • Page 67 WWW.MANUALS.WS Your automatic transmission has a shift 3. Release the parking brake and brake Vehicles with cruise control—When the lock system to minimize the possibility of pedal. Depress the accelerator pedal cruise control is being used, even if you incorrect operation. This means you can slowly for smooth starting.
  • Page 68 WWW.MANUALS.WS (f) Good driving practice NOTICE NOTICE A If the transmission is repeatedly up- _ To prevent engine overrevving, do shifted and downshifted between third Never shift into reverse while the gear and overdrive when climbing a not downshift if you are going vehicle is moving.
  • Page 69 The causing injury or damage to nearby “PWR” mode indicator light comes on. people or objects. For ordinary driving, Toyota recommends using the “NORM” mode to improve fuel NOTICE economy. (i) If you cannot shift the selector lever If you rock your vehicle, observe the out of “P”...
  • Page 70 WWW.MANUALS.WS Automatic transmission Four—wheel drive control WWW.MANUALS.WS Vehicles with cruise control - 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”...
  • Page 71 WWW.MANUALS.WS A Shift into the “2” position. The trans- Your automatic transmission has a shift Always turn the overdrive switch on for lock system to minimize the possibility of better fuel economy and quieter driving. If mission will downshift to the second incorrect operation.
  • Page 72 WWW.MANUALS.WS Vehicles with cruise control-When the Do not continue hill climbing or NOTICE cruise control is being used, even if you hard towing for a long time in the “2” _ Be careful not to overrev the en- downshift the transmission by turning off or “L”...
  • Page 73 “POWER” mode indicator light comes on. causing injury or damage to nearby people or objects. For ordinary driving, Toyota recommends CAUTION using the “NORMAL” mode to improve fuel economy. NOTICE Always keep your foot on the brake...
  • Page 74 WWW.MANUALS.WS Manual transmission (i) If you cannot shift the selector lever Recommended shifting speeds out of “P” position The transmission is fully synchronized If you cannot shift the selector lever from and upshifting or downshifting is easy. the “P” position even though the brake For the best compromise between fuel pedal is depressed, use the shift lock economy and vehicle performance, you...
  • Page 75 Four-wheel drive system— (a) Front drive control (lever WWW.MANUALS.WS type) Maximum allowable speeds NOTICE To get on a highway or to pass slower traf- Do not downshift if you are going fic, maximum acceleration may be neces- faster than the maximum allowable sary.
  • Page 76 WWW.MANUALS.WS (a) Front drive control (lever/button type) “N” (neutral position): Lever at “N” “N” (neutral position): Lever at “N” No power is delivered to the wheels. The No power is delivered to the wheels. The vehicle must be stopped. vehicle must be stopped. “L4”...
  • Page 77 (c) Shifting procedure (lever WWW.MANUALS.WS (b) A.D.D. (automatic discon- type with automatic transmis- necting differential) sion) The A.D.D. can be engaged or disen- SHIFTING BETWEEN “H2” AND “H4” gaged by the shifting operations de- With free-wheeling hubs scribed in “(c) Shifting procedure”. To shift from “H2”...
  • Page 78 (c) Shifting procedure (lever WWW.MANUALS.WS type with automatic transmis- sion) With A.D.D. SHIFTING BETWEEN “H4” AND “l4” SHIFTING BETWEEN “H2” AND “H4” To shift from “H2” to “H4”, reduce your To shift from “H4” to “L4”, stop the ve- To shift from “H2” to “H4”, move the speed to less than 80 km/h (50 mph) and hicle or reduce your speed to less than 8 front drive control lever.
  • Page 79 WWW.MANUALS.WS (c) Shifting procedure (lever/button type) With A.D.D. SHIFTING BETWEEN “H2” AND “H4” To shift from “H4” to “H2”, push the “4WD” button aging to turn it off. To shift from “H2” to “H4”, reduce your To shift from “H2” to “H4”, reduce your speed to less than 80 km/h (50 mph) and This can be done at any vehicle speed.
  • Page 80: Rear Differential Lock System

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Rear differential lock system CAUTION Do not use the rear differential lock in the conditions other than above. Large steering effort and careful cornering control will be required. The rear differential lock system is To lock the rear differential, push the provided for use only when wheel switch.
  • Page 81: Parking Brake

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Parking brake The anti-lock brake system does not op- The differential will also unlock if you shift erate when the rear differential is locked. the front drive control lever out of “L4”. It is normal operation for the “ABS” warn- Never forget to turn off the switch after us- ing light to be on at this time.
  • Page 82: Cruise Control

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Cruise control The cruise control allows you to cruise CAUTION the vehicle at a desired speed over 40 km/h (25 mph) even with your foot off Before driving, be sure the parking the accelerator pedal. brake is fully released and the Your cruising speed can be maintained up parking brake reminder light is off.
  • Page 83 Toyota deal- set speed. When you release it, the ve- er at the earliest opportunity.
  • Page 84 A The indicator light goes out after it the cruise control lever or depress the comes on. brake pedal. If you use the brake pedal, If this is the case, contact your Toyota cruise control is cancelled. dealer and have your vehicle inspected. RESUMING THE PRESET SPEED...
  • Page 85 WWW.MANUALS.WS Never use the switch for normal engine starting. Be sure to follow the starting pro- cedure instructed in “How to start the en- gine” in Part 3. WWW.MANUALS.WS...
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  • Page 87: Operation Of Instruments And Controls

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Car audio system— Part 1 —Reference OPERATION OF Instrumental vents Rear heater system INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS— Chapter 1-7 Car audio system and Air conditioning system Type 1: AM·FM ETR radio Car audio system Reference Using your audio system: some basics Using your audio system: controls and features Anti-theft system...
  • Page 88: Turning The System On And Off

    —Using your audio system: some basics This section describes some of the basic TONE AND BALANCE features on Toyota audio systems. Some For details about your system’s tone and information may not pertain to your sys- balance controls, see the description of tem.
  • Page 89 To prevent damage to the antenna, compact disc into the slot. make sure it is retracted before driving you Toyota through an automatic car wash. 8 cm (3 in.) compact disc singles Your compact disc player does not need YOUR CASSETTE PLAYER an adaptor to play compact disc singles.
  • Page 90 —Using your audio system: WWW.MANUALS.WS controls and features D Type 1 Details of specific buttons, controls, and features are described in the alphabetical listing that follows. WWW.MANUALS.WS...
  • Page 91 WWW.MANUALS.WS 1 2 3 4 5 6 (Preset buttons) BAL (Balance) SCAN These buttons are used to preset and This knob lets you adjust the balance be- When you push “SCAN”, the radio finds tune in radio stations. tween the right and left speakers. the next station up the station band, plays it for 5 seconds, and then scans again.
  • Page 92 WWW.MANUALS.WS 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.
  • Page 93 WWW.MANUALS.WS D Type 2-1 Details of specific buttons, controls and features are described in the alphabetical listing that follows. WWW.MANUALS.WS...
  • Page 94 WWW.MANUALS.WS D Type 2-2 Details of specific buttons, controls and features are described in the alphabetical listing that follows. WWW.MANUALS.WS...
  • Page 95 WWW.MANUALS.WS 1 2 3 4 5 6 (Preset buttons) Next, push “APS” until the number on the (Eject Button) display reaches the number of tracks you These buttons are used to preset and Push this button to eject a cassette. want to skip.
  • Page 96 WWW.MANUALS.WS : Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby There must be at least 3 seconds of blank MTL (Metal) display Laboratories Licensing Corporation. “DOLBY” and the space between tracks in order for the APS double-D symbol are trademark of Dolby Laboratories Licens- Type 2-2 only ing Corporation.
  • Page 97 WWW.MANUALS.WS REW/FF (Rewind/Fast forward) Push “R M.” again to turn off the RM fea- To scan all the frequencies: Push “SCAN” until you hear a beep. The radio will find ture. Push the “FF” side of the button to fast for- the next station up the station band, stay RPT (Repeat) ward a cassette tape.
  • Page 98 TUNE Your radio automatically changes to ste- Tuning reo reception when a stereo broadcast is Your Toyota has an electronic tuning radio received. “ST” appears on the display. If (ETR). the signal becomes weak, the radio re- Push and release the “ ” (up) or “ ”...
  • Page 99 WWW.MANUALS.WS D Type 3 WWW.MANUALS.WS Button display for radio/cassette tape player/compact disc player...
  • Page 100 WWW.MANUALS.WS Your audio system shows three different 1 2 3 4 5 6 (Preset buttons) (Eject Button) button displays that changes in accor- These buttons are used to preset and Push the cassette tape eject button to dance with the audio mode you have se- tune in radio stations.
  • Page 101 WWW.MANUALS.WS AA/PDD(Reverse/Fast forward but- If you have pushed the track button more AM FM than you wanted to, push the other side of tons) Push “AM FM” to switch between the AM the button. The track number will be re- and FM bands.
  • Page 102 WWW.MANUALS.WS CD (Compact Disc) The Dolby B NR mode reduces tape noise by about 10 dB. The Dolby C NR mode re- Push “CD” to switch from radio or cas- duces tape noise by another 10 dB, or sette operation to compact disc operation. about 20 dB total.
  • Page 103 WWW.MANUALS.WS EQ (Equalizer) To cancel all of the changed EQ settings: PROG (Program) Push and hold in “EQ” until you hear a Your audio system can store five different Push “PROG” to select the other side of third beep. EQ settings in its memory so that you will a cassette tape.
  • Page 104 WWW.MANUALS.WS RM (Radio Monitor) Scan Push “SCAN”. “SCAN” will appear on the display. The player will fast forward to the The radio monitor feature allows you to Radio next cassette track, play it for 12 seconds, listen to the radio while a cassette is being You can either scan all the frequencies on and then scan again.
  • Page 105 “LOCK” Tuning ST (Stereo reception) display position. Your Toyota has an electronic tuning radio Your radio automatically changes to ste- You will need to know your security code (ETR). Push and release the “ ” (up) or...
  • Page 106 “HELP”—The number of errors you can make was exceeded. The audio system is completely inoper- able. Contact you Toyota dealer. Setting a security code for the first 2. While you are holding in the “ ” side of “TUNE”, push “1”.
  • Page 107 (not in your 3. Input the three digit code. 4. The three-digit code should be on the Toyota). display. You have 10 seconds to enter each digit. Push and hold in “SCAN” until the display For example, “209”:...
  • Page 108 WWW.MANUALS.WS Changing the security code 2. While you are holding in the “ ” side of 3. Input the existing three-digit code. “TUNE” push “1”. You have 10 seconds to enter each digit. 1. Turn off the audio system. The display will read “—”. For example, “209”: Turn the ignition key to “ACC”.
  • Page 109 5. Repeat steps 2 and 3, this time enter- system will completely the display.) ing your new code. You can use digits inoperable. this time, “0” through “9”. anti-theft light also comes on. If this occurs, contact your Toyota dealer. WWW.MANUALS.WS...
  • Page 110 WWW.MANUALS.WS Cleaning the security code 2. While you are holding in the “ ” side of 3. Input the existing three-digit code. “TUNE”, push “1”. You have 10 seconds to enter eahc digit. 1. Turn off the audio system. The display will read “—”. For example, “209”: Turn the ignition key to “ACC”.
  • Page 111 If this Push “SCAN”. 2. While you are holding in the “ ” side of occurs, contact your Toyota dealer. The display will read “—“. “TUNE”, push “1”. 5. Wait for 10 seconds until the security The display will read “---”.
  • Page 112 If this To set the second digit: Push “2” until the occurs, contact your Toyota dealer. digit you want appears on the display. To set the third digit: Push “3” until the digit you want appears on the display.
  • Page 113: Car Audio System Operating Hints

    WWW.MANUALS.WS —Car audio system operating hints Here are some common reception prob- NOTICE lems that probably do not indicate a prob- Fading—AM broadcasts are reflected by To ensure the correct audio system lem with your radio: upper atmosphere-especially operation: night. These reflected signals can inter- Be careful not to spill beverages fere with those received directly from the Fading and driving stations—Generally,...
  • Page 114: Caring For Your Compact Disc Player And Discs

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Use high-quality cassettes. If moisture gets into your compact disc player, you may not hear any sound Low-quality cassette tapes can cause even though your compact disc player many problems, including poor sound, appears to be working. Remove the inconsistent playing speed,...
  • Page 115 WWW.MANUALS.WS CAUTION Compact disc players use invisible laser beam which could cause haz- ardous radiation exposure if di- rected outside the unit. Be sure to operate the player correctly as instructed. A new disc may have rough edges on its inner and outer perimeter. Remove the rough edges by pressing the side of a ball-point pen or pencil against the inner and outer perimeter of the...
  • Page 116 WWW.MANUALS.WS Air conditioning system— —Controls 1. Air Intake Selector 2. Air Flow Selector 3. Temperature Selector 4. Fan Speed Selector 5. “A/C” Button (on some models) WWW.MANUALS.WS...
  • Page 117 WWW.MANUALS.WS Fan speed selector For details about air flow selector settings, see the illustration after “A/C” button. Move the lever to adjust the fan speed—to Vehicles with “A/C” button indicator— the right to increase, to the left to de- crease. Moving the airflow selector lever to wind- shield position turns on the defroster- Temperature selector...
  • Page 118 If this happens, take your ve- hicle to a Toyota dealer for service. Air Intake selector Move the lever to select the air source. 1. Recirculate—Recirculates the air in- side the vehicle.
  • Page 119: Air Flow Selector Settings

    WWW.MANUALS.WS —Air flow selector settings —Opening tips D 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 condi- tioning to cool the interior more quickly.
  • Page 120 WWW.MANUALS.WS Heating Air conditioning Defogging For best results, set controls to: For best results, set controls to: The inside of the windshield For best results, set controls to: Fan speed—Any setting except “OFF” Fan speed—Any setting except “OFF” Fan speed—Any setting except “OFF” Temperature—...
  • Page 121: Instrument Panel Vents

    WWW.MANUALS.WS —Instrument panel vents Defrosting If air flow control is not satisfactory, check the side vents. The side vents may be The outside of the windshield opened or closed as shown. For best results, set controls to: Fan speed—Any setting except “OFF” Temperature—...
  • Page 122: Rear Heater System

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Rear heater system 1. Fan Speed Selector 2. Temperature Selector Fan speed selector Push the switch toward “HI” or “LO” Temperature selector Place the lever anywhere except the “OFF” position. WWW.MANUALS.WS...
  • Page 123: Other Equipment

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Part 1 Clock OPERATION OF Once the electrical power source has been disconnected from the clock, the INSTRUMENTS time is automatically set to 1:00 (one o’clock). AND CONTROLS— When the instrument panel lights turned on, the brightness of the time indication will be reduced.
  • Page 124: Cigarette Lighter And Ashtray

    “ACC” position. the instrument panel lights on. Do not hold the cigarette lighter pressed CAUTION Use a Toyota genuine cigarette lighter or equivalent for replacement. To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or sudden stop, WWW.MANUALS.WS...
  • Page 125: Auxiliary Box

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Auxiliary holder Auxiliary box Cup holder Front To use the auxiliary holder, open the To open the box, turn the knob. lid. CAUTION To prevent vibration noise while driving, do not bend the holding clips. WWW.MANUALS.WS Rear...
  • Page 126: Tie-Down Hooks

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Tie—down hooks Luggage cover The cup holder is designed for holding cups or drink-cans fit snugly in it holes. To use the cup holder, pull it out. CAUTION D Do not place anything else on the cup holder, as such item may be thrown about in the compartment and possibly injure people in the vehicle during sudden braking or...
  • Page 127: Floor Mat

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Floor mat To remove the luggage cover: Use a floor mat of the correct size. CAUTION 1. Detach its hooks from the head re- If the floor mat has a hole, then it is de- strains. signed for use with a locking clip. Fix the floor mat and locking clip into the hole in Make sure the floor mat is properly 2.
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  • Page 129: Information Before Driving Your Toyota

    Luggage stowage precautions forming in a wide variety of off-road tive to side winds than an ordinary applications. Specific design charac- Your Toyota’s idenitification passenger car. Slowing down will teristics give it a higher center or grav- Theft prevention labels allow you to have much better con- ity than ordinary cars.
  • Page 130: Break-In Period

    To help prevent gas station mixups, your terrain, do not drive at excessive to the future economy and long life of your Toyota has a new smaller fuel tank opening. speeds, jump the vehicle, or strike vehicle: The special nozzle on pumps with unleaded objects, etc.
  • Page 131: Gasolines Containing Alcohol

    GASOLINES CONTAINING ALCOHOL FUEL TANK CAPACITY If you detect heavy knocking even when If the use of gasohol in your Toyota, be 70 L (18.5 gal., 15.4 Imp. gal.) using the recommended fuel, or if you sure that it is unleaded, has an octane...
  • Page 132: Operation In Foreign Countries

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Operation in foreign countries Three-way catalytic converter If you plan to drive your Toyota in NOTICE another country... A large amount of unburned gases First, comply with the vehicle registration flowing into the three-way catalytic laws. converter may cause it to overheat Second, confirm the availability of the and create a fire hazard.
  • Page 133: Engine Exhaust Cautions

    D Do not remain for a long time in a open and the back door and back quired by the Toyota Maintenance parked vehicle with the engine window closed. Have the cause im- Schedule. For scheduled mainte- running.
  • Page 134: Engine Oil Consumption

    A thin film of oil is A new engine consumes more oil, since its Toyota recommends that the oil level be left on the cylinder wall when a piston pistons, piston rings and cylinder walls have checked every time you refuel the vehicle.
  • Page 135: Brake Booster

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Twin ground electrode spark Brake system plugs (5VZ-FE engine) TANDEM MASTER CYLINDER BRAKE D Even if the power assist is com- SYSTEM pletely lost, the brakes will still The tandem master cylinder brake sys- work. But you will have to push tem is a hydraulic system with two sepa- the pedal hard-much harder than rate sub-systems.
  • Page 136 WWW.MANUALS.WS Always maintain a safe distance from the Effective way to press the “ABS” brake vehicle in front of you. Compared with ve- pedal: When the anti-lock brake system hicles not fitted with an anti-lock brake function is in action, you may feel the system, your vehicle may require a longer brake pedal pulsating and hear a noise.
  • Page 137 If either of the following conditions occurs, pery road surfaces. Have your vehicle this indicates a malfunction somewhere in checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as the parts monitored by the warning light possible system. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle.
  • Page 138: Luggage Storage Precautions

    This is the primary identification number Part 8. D Never allow anyone to ride in the for your Toyota. It is used in registering the luggage compartment. It is not de- ownership of your vehicle. signed passengers.
  • Page 139: Engine Number

    WWW.MANUALS.WS —Engine number The engine number is stamped on the engine block as shown. 3RZ-FE engine The vehicle identification number (VIN) is also on the Certification Label. WWW.MANUALS.WS 5VZ-FE engine...
  • Page 140: Theft Prevention Labels (Except For Canada)

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Theft prevention labels Suspension and chassis Types of tires (except for Canada) Your new vehicle carries theft preven- Determine what kind of tires your ve- CAUTION tion labels which are approximately 56 hicle is originally equipped with. mm (2.20 in.) by 16 mm (0.63 in.). 1.
  • Page 141 WWW.MANUALS.WS CAUTION D Do not mix summer and all sea- son tires on your vehicle as this can cause dangerous handling characteristics, resulting in loss of control. D Do not use tires other than the manufacturer’s designated tires, and do not mix tires or wheels of sizes different from the originals.
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  • Page 143: Starting And Driving

    How to start the engine— WWW.MANUALS.WS Part 3 Before starting the engine (a) Before cranking STARTING AND 1. Check the area around the vehicle be- 1. Apply the parking brake firmly. fore entering it. 2. Turn off unnecessary lights and acces- DRIVING 2.
  • Page 144: Tips For Driving In Various Conditions

    See “If your vehicle will not start” in Part 4. with the parking brake pulled. If they WWW.MANUALS.WS still do not work safely, pull to the side of the road and call a Toyota dealer for assistance.
  • Page 145: Off-Road Driving Precautions

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Off-road driving precautions D Four-wheel drive models—Toyota When driving your vehicle off-road, D Be careful when accelerating, up- recommends not using four-wheel please observe the following precautions shifting, downshifting or braking drive on dry hard-surfaced roads, be- to ensure your driving enjoyment and to on a slippery surface.
  • Page 146 WWW.MANUALS.WS D The driver and all passengers A Sand and mud that has accumu- CAUTION should fasten their seat belts lated in brake drums and around whenever the vehicle is moving. brake discs may affect braking ef- Always observe following ficiency and may damage brake precautions to minimize the risk of system components.
  • Page 147: Winter Driving Tips

    If you are not sure about hard to release. which oil to use, call your Toyota dealer- Keep ice and snow from accumulating he will be pleased to help. under the fenders.
  • Page 148: Trailer Towing

    For your safety and the safety of others, control device with a sufficient ca- you must not overload your vehicle or pacity. trailer. Ask your local Toyota dealer for fur- 3RZ-FE engines ther details before towing. 1587 kg (3500 lb.)
  • Page 149 D The hitch ball and king pin should have ommendations. a light coat of grease. D Toyota recommends removing the CAUTION hitch when not towing to prevent injury and/or damage due to the hitch in D If the total trailer weight exceeds event of a rear end collision.
  • Page 150: Maintenance

    Move your hand to the right to move BREAK-IN SCHEDULE the trailer to the right. (This procedure D Toyota recommends that you do not loaded so that it cannot shift. is generally opposite to that when D Check that your rear view mirrors con- tow a trailer with a new vehicle or a ve- backing without a trailer).
  • Page 151 WWW.MANUALS.WS D Because stopping distance may be in- D Crosswinds and rough roads will ad- D Because of the added load of the trail- versely affect handling of your vehicle er, your vehicle’s engine may overheat creased, vehicle-to-vehicle distance and trailer, causing sway. Pay atten- on hot days (at temperatures over should be increased when towing a tion to the rear from time to time to pre-...
  • Page 152: How To Save Fuel And Make Your Vehicle Last Longer, Too

    WWW.MANUALS.WS How to save fuel and make your vehicle last longer, too When restarting out after parking on a Getting more kilometers/mileage from a li- D Slow down and downshift before slope: ter/gallon of fuel is easy-just take it easy. descending steep or long downhill It will help make your vehicle last longer, 1.
  • Page 153 WWW.MANUALS.WS D Avoid continuous speeding up and D Keep the bottom of your vehicle free from mud, etc. This not only slowing down. Stop-and-go driving lessens weight but also helps prevent wastes fuel. D Avoid unnecessary stopping and corrosion. D Keep your vehicle tuned-up and in braking.
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  • Page 155: In Case Of An Emergency

    If the light is O.K., but the engine still will If you lose your keys not start, it needs adjustment or repair. Call a Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop. NOTICE Do not pull- or push-start the vehicle.
  • Page 156 CAUTION is correct. If the engine still will not start, it needs ad- justment or repair. Call a Toyota dealer or D Batteries contain sulfuric acid qualified repair shop for assistance. which is poisonous and corrosive.
  • Page 157: Jump-Starting Procedure

    WWW.MANUALS.WS JUMP STARTING PROCEDURE 1. If the booster battery is installed in another vehicle, make sure the ve- hicles are not touching. Turn off all un- necessary lights and accessories. 2. If required, remove all the vent plugs from the booster and discharged bat- teries.
  • Page 158: If Your Engine Stalls While Driving

    WWW.MANUALS.WS 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 the engine is 1. Reduce your speed gradually, keeping cranked. a straight line. Move cautiously off the road to a safe place.
  • Page 159: If Your Vehicle Overheats

    You should have it checked as opening the hood. If there is no coolant mediately. Call a Toyota dealer for as- soon as possible at your Toyota deal- sistance. boiling over or steam, leave the engine running.
  • Page 160: If You Have A Flat Tire

    WWW.MANUALS.WS If you have a flat tire— —Required tools and spare tire 1. Reduce your speed gradually, keeping NOTICE a straight line. Move cautiously off the road to a safe place well away from the Do not continue driving with a traffic.
  • Page 161 WWW.MANUALS.WS —Blocking the wheel Turn the jack joint by hand. To remove the spare tire: 2. Block the wheel diagnoally oppo- site the flat tire to keep the vehicle To remove: Turn the joint in direction 1 un- 1. Insert the end of the jack handle into til the jack is free.
  • Page 162: Removing Wheel Ornament

    WWW.MANUALS.WS —Removing wheel ornament —Loosening wheel nuts 3. Remove the wheel ornament. Pry off the wheel ornament, using the bev- eled end of the wheel nut wrench as shown. CAUTION Do not try to pull the ornament by hand. Take due care in handling the ornament avoid unexpected...
  • Page 163: Positioning The Jack

    WWW.MANUALS.WS —Positioning the jack —Raising your vehicle CAUTION Never get under the vehicle when it is supported by the jack alone. 5. Position the jack at the correct jack 6. After making sure that no one is in points as shown the vehicle, raise it high enough so that the spare tire can be installed.
  • Page 164: Changing Wheels

    WWW.MANUALS.WS —Changing wheels —Reinstalling wheel nuts 7. Remove the wheel nuts and change Before putting on wheels, remove any 8. Reinstall all the wheel nuts finger corrosion on the mounting surfaces with a tires. tight. wire brush or such. Installation of wheels Lift the flat tire straight off and put it aside.
  • Page 165: After Changing Wheels

    WWW.MANUALS.WS —Lowering your vehicle —Reinstalling wheel ornanment —After changing wheels 11. Check the air pressure of the re- placed tire. Adjust the air pressure to the specification designated in Part 8. If the pressure is lower, drive slowly to the nearest service station and fill to the correct pressure.
  • Page 166: If Your Vehicle Needs To Be Towed

    If your vehicle needs to be towed— 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).
  • Page 167: Towing Precautions

    WWW.MANUALS.WS TOWING PRECAUTIONS: From rear—Place the ignition key in the Four-wheel drive models— “ACC” position. Use a safety chain system for all towing, (a) Towing with wheel lift type truck and abide by the state/provincial and local From front— NOTICE laws.
  • Page 168: Emergency Towing

    Follow the instructions for towing from If towing is necessary, we recommend All models— front in “(b) Towing with wheel lift type you to have it done by your Toyota truck”. (c) Towing with sling type truck from dealer or a commercial tow truck ser- rear vice.
  • Page 169 WWW.MANUALS.WS —Emergency towing hook precautions D Before emergency towing, check that CAUTION CAUTION the hook is not broken or damaged and that the installation bolts are not loose. Use extreme caution when towing D Fasten the towing cable or chain se- If the engine is not running, the vehicles.
  • Page 170 D If the towing vehicle can hardly even though the brake pedal is de- move, do not forcibly continue the pressed, use the shift lock override towing. Contact your Toyota deal- button as follows: er or a commercial tow truck ser- vice for assistance.
  • Page 171 Be sure to have the system checked by Be sure to have the system checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. WWW.MANUALS.WS...
  • Page 172: If You Lose Your Keys

    WWW.MANUALS.WS 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. If your keys are locked in the vehicle and...
  • Page 173: Corrosion Prevention And Appearance Care

    Now, it is up to you. Proper D High temperatures will cause corro- CARE care of your Toyota can help ensure long- sion to those components of the ve- term corrosion prevention. Protecting your Toyota from hicle which are prevented from quick- The most common causes of corro- drying due to lack of proper ventilation.
  • Page 174: Washing And Waxing Your Toyota

    See “Washing and waxing your Toyota” keep it wet by dipping it frequently into to resist corrosion. Your Toyota dealer will for more tips. the wash water. Do not rub hard-let be happy to assist in supplying and instal- Check the condition of your vehicle’s...
  • Page 175: Cleaning The Interior

    Toyota through an cloth. If all the dirt does not come off, re- automatic car wash.
  • Page 176 WWW.MANUALS.WS NOTICE NOTICE NOTICE Do not use dye or bleach on the A Do not use organic substances Do not use solvent, thinner, gas- belts—it may weaken them. oline or window cleaner on the in- (solvents, kerosene, alcohol, gas- oline, etc.) or alkaline or acidic terior.
  • Page 177 A Never use organic substances If you have any questions about the such as benzine, alcohol or gaso- cleaning of your Toyota, your local To- line, or alkaline or acid solutions yota dealer will be pleased to answer for cleaning the leather as these them.
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  • Page 179: Vehicle Maintenance And Care

    These checks or inspections can be done WWW.MANUALS.WS er’s Guide, Owner’s Manual Supple- either by yourself or a qualified technician, ment or Warranty Booklet for complete or if you prefer, your Toyota dealer will be warranty information. pleased to do them at a nominal cost.
  • Page 180: General Maintenance

    They learn to work on Booklet for the details. to your Toyota dealer or a qualified service Toyotas before they work on your vehicle, shop immediately. It is recommended rather than while they are working on it.
  • Page 181: Inside The Vehicle

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Tire surface and wheel nuts INSIDE THE VEHICLE Seat belts Items listed below should be checked Check the tires carefully for cuts, damage Check that the seat belt system such as regularly, e.g. while performing peri- or excessive wear. See Chapter 7-2 for buckles, retractors and anchors operate additional information.
  • Page 182: In The Engine Compartment

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Does your vehicle need repairing? Automatic transmission “Park” mech- Brake fluid level Be on the alert for changes in perfor- anism mance, sounds, and visual tip-offs that in- Make sure the brake fluid level is correct. dicate service is needed. Some important See Chapter 7-2 for additional informa- Check the lock release button of the se- clues are as follows:...
  • Page 183 WWW.MANUALS.WS 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 vehicle unchecked. It could result in serious vehicle damage and possibly personal injury.
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  • Page 185: Do-It-Yourself Maintenance

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Part 7 DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE— Chapter 7-1 Introduction Engine compartment overview Fuse locations Do-it-yourself service precautions Parts and tools WWW.MANUALS.WS...
  • Page 186 WWW.MANUALS.WS Engine compartment overview D3RZ-FE engine 1. Windshield and back window washer fluid tank 2. Engine oil filler cap 3. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Fuse block 5. Battery 6. Engine coolant reservoir 7. Power steering fluid reservoir 8. Engine oil level dipstick WWW.MANUALS.WS...
  • Page 187 WWW.MANUALS.WS D 5VZ-FE engine 1. Windshield and back window washer fluid tank 2. Power steering fluid reservoir 3. Engine oil filler cap 4. Brake fluid reservoir 5. Fuse block 6. Battery 7. Engine coolant reservoir 8. Engine oil level dipstick WWW.MANUALS.WS...
  • Page 188: Fuse Locations

    Performing do-it-yourself maintenance during the warranty period may affect your warranty coverage. Read the sepa- rate Toyota Warranty statement for details and suggestions. This part gives instructions only for those items that are relatively easy for an owner to perform.
  • Page 189 WWW.MANUALS.WS NOTICE A Use eye protection whenever you CAUTION _ Remember that battery and igni- work on or under you vehicle tion cable carry high currents or where you may be exposed to fly- A When the engine is running, keep voltages.
  • Page 190: Parts And Tools

    _ Do not drive with the air cleaner fil- need on performing do-it-yourself main- Parts (if level is low): ter removed, or excessive engine tenance. Remember all Toyota parts are A Automatic transmission fluid DEX- wear could result. Also backfiring designed in metric sizes, so your tools...
  • Page 191 WWW.MANUALS.WS Checking and replacing fuses Parts (if replacement is necessary): A Fuse with same amperage rating as original Tools: A Conventional wrench (for instrument lower panel nut) Adding washer fluid Parts: Water Washer fluid containing antifreeze (for winter use) Tools: A Funnel Replacing light bulbs Parts:...
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  • Page 193: Engine And Chassis

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Part 7 Checking the engine oil level DO-IT-YOURSELF If the oil level is below or only slightly above the low level line, add engine oil MAINTENANCE— of the same type as already in the en- gine. Remove the oil filter cap and add engine Chapter 7-2 oil in small quantities at a time, checking the dipstick.
  • Page 194: Engine Oil Selection

    WWW.MANUALS.WS ENGINE OIL SELECTION Oil identification marks Use API SH, “Energy-Conserving II” mul- Either or both API registered marks are tigrade engine oil or ILSAC multigrade en- added to some oil containers to help gine oil. you select the oil you should use. Recommended viscosity (SAE): The API Service Symbol is located any- where on the outside of the container.
  • Page 195: Checking The Engine Coolant Level

    NOTICE It is normal for the brake fluid level to go If you can find no leak, have your Toyota Do not use alcohol type antifreeze down slightly as the brake pads wear. So dealer test the cap pressure and check for or plain water alone.
  • Page 196: Checking Power Steering Fluid

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Checking power steering fluid Remove and replace the reservoir cover c. Reinstall the filler cap. by hand. d. Remove the filler cap again and look at Use only newly opened brake fluid. Once the fluid level. If the fluid is cold, the level opened, brake fluid absorbs moisture should be in the “COLD”...
  • Page 197: Checking Tire Pressure

    If the tire pressure is excessively low, place the tires. A Never exceed the vehicle capacity there is the possibility of wheel deforma- The tires on your Toyota have built-in tion and/or tire separation. weight. The passenger and luggage tread wear indicators to help you know...
  • Page 198: Rotating Tires

    Any tires which are over six years old must be checked by a qualified techni- Toyota recommends all four tires, or at To equalize tire wear and help extend cian even if damage is not obvious. least both of the front or rear tires be...
  • Page 199 Use the tire chains of correct size and A Avoid capacity as the original tires on your sharp turns type. Toyota. locked-wheel braking, as use of chains may adversely affect Regulations regarding the use of tire Do not use tires other than those men- vehicle handling.
  • Page 200: Replacing Wheels

    WHEEL SELECTION to damage the aluminum wheels. When replacing wheels, care should A Use only the Toyota wheel nuts and be taken to ensure that the wheels are wrench designed for your aluminum replaced by ones with the same load wheels.
  • Page 201: Electrical Components

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Checking battery condition— Part 7 —Precautions DO-IT-YOURSELF D If electrolyte gets on your skin, CAUTION thoroughly wash the contact area. MAINTENANCE— If you feel pain or burning, get BATTERY PRECAUTIONS medical attention immediately. D If electrolyte gets on your clothes, The battery produces flammable Chapter 7-3 there is a possibility of its soaking...
  • Page 202: Checking Battery Fluid

    WWW.MANUALS.WS —Checking battery exterior —Checking battery fluid There are two types of batteries: Main- NOTICE tenance type and non-maintenance A Be sure the engine and all acces- type. sories are off before performing A non-maintenance battery has “MAIN- maintenance. TENANCE FREE BATTERY” on its top. A A When checking the battery, re- maintenance type battery does not have move the ground cable from the...
  • Page 203 Type A Type B GREEN BLUE Good Charging necessary. DARK WHITE Have battery checked by your Toyota dealer. CLEAR or LIGHT Have battery checked YELLOW by your Toyota dealer. NOTICE CHECKING BY THE FLUID LEVEL CHECKING BY THE HYDROMETER Do not refill the battery with water.
  • Page 204: Battery Recharging Precautions

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Battery recharging precautions During recharging, the battery is pro- NOTICE ducing hydrogen gas. Never recharge the battery while the Therefore, before recharging: engine is running. Also, be sure all 1. Maintenance type batteries—Remove accessories are turned off. the vent plugs. 2.
  • Page 205: Checking And Replacing Fuses

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Checking and replacing fuses Type A fuses can be pulled out by using 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.
  • Page 206: Adding Washer Fluid

    When replacing er tank may be empty. Add washer tem. Have your Toyota dealer correct it as a bulb, make sure the ignition switch and fluid. soon as possible.
  • Page 207 WWW.MANUALS.WS —Headlights Light bulbs Bulb Type Headlight — 60/5 Parking and front — side marker lights Front turn signal 1156 lights Rear turn signal — lights Stop and tail lights — 21/5 Back-up lights — 1. Open the hood. Unplug the con- 2.
  • Page 208 Use a Phillips-head screwdriver. the boss. Inset 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. WWW.MANUALS.WS...
  • Page 209: Front Turn Signal Lights

    WWW.MANUALS.WS —Rear turn signal, stop and —Front turn signal lights tail, and back-up lights Use a Phillips-head screwdriver. Use a Phillips-head screwdriver. a: Back-up light b: Rear turn signal lights c: Stop and tail lights WWW.MANUALS.WS...
  • Page 210: License Plate Lights

    WWW.MANUALS.WS —License plate lights —High mounted stoplight Use a Phillips-head screwdriver. Use a Phillips-head screwdriver. WWW.MANUALS.WS...
  • Page 211: Specifications

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Part 8 Dimensions and weight SPECIFICATIONS mm (in.) P265/70R 16 tire Dimensions and weight P225/75R 15 tire Engine Without wheel With wheel Fuel opening extension opening extension Service specifications Overall length 4540 (178.7) 4540 (178.7) 4540 (178.7) Tires Fuses Overall width 1690 ( 66.5) 1730 ( 68.1)
  • Page 212: Service Specifications

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Engine Fuel Service specifications Model: Fuel type: ENGINE Valve clearance (engine cold), mm (in.) 3RZ-FE and 5VZ-FE Unleaded gasoline, Research Octane 3RZ-FE engine Type: Number 91 (Octane Rating 87) or higher Intake 0.15 0.25 (0.006 0.010) 3RZ-FE engine Fuel tank capacity, L (gal., Imp. gal.): Exhaust 0.25 0.35 (0.010 0.014) 4 cylinder in line, 4 cycle, gasoline 5VZ-FE engine...
  • Page 213: Engine Lubrication

    WWW.MANUALS.WS 5VZ-FE engine Oil grade: Coolant type: With ethylene-glycol antifreeze Generator belt API SH, “Energy-Conserving II” multi- grade engine oil or ILSAC multigrade en- (Do not use alcohol type.) Air conditioning gine oil is recommended. BATTERY compressor belt Recommended oil viscosity (SAE): —Maintenance type battery Power steering Specific gravity reading at 20 AC (68 AF):...
  • Page 214: Manual Transmission

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