Page 1 This Owner’s Manual explains the features of your new Toyota. Please read it and follow the instructions carefully so that you can enjoy many years of safe motoring.
Page 2 Spark ignition system of your Toyota cluded in Part 6 is general maintenance. For sched- uled maintenance information, please refer to the The spark ignition system in your Toyota meets all re- quirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing separate “Owner’s Manual Supplement/Mainte- nance Schedule”.
Page 3: Installation Of A Mobile Two-Way Radio System
Be sure to have the SRS airbag system re- moved and disposed of by a qualified service shop or by your Toyota dealer before you dispose of your ve- hicle.
Page 4: And Controls
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 5 Instrument panel overview...
Page 7 Instrument cluster overview Without tachometer...
Page 8 With tachometer...
Page 9 Indicator symbols on the instrument panel Open door warning light* Brake system warning light * SRS airbag warning light* Seat belt reminder light* Turn signal indicator lights Discharge warning light* Headlight high beam indicator light Low oil pressure warning light* Overdrive-of f indicator light Cruise control indicator light* Malfunction indicator lamp*...
Page 10: Keys And Doors
If you should lose your keys or if you need subkey with the attendant. additional keys, duplicates can be made Back door by a Toyota dealer using the key number. Since the doors and trunk lid can be Hood locked without a key, you should always...
Page 11 Vehicles with power door lock sys- by a Toyota dealer using the key number. tem—All the side doors and back door You should also put a copy of the key lock and unlock simultaneously with either number with your important papers.
Page 12 LOCKING WITH INSIDE LOCK BUTTON LOCKING WITH POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH Push in the lock button to lock and pull it out to unlock. To lock all the side doors simulta- neously, push the switch on the LOCK Closing the door with the lock button side.
Page 13 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 14 OPERATING THE PASSENGERS’ WIN- DOWS Use the switch on each passenger’s door or the switch on the driver’s door that control each passenger’s window. The window moves as long as you hold the switch. For driver and front passenger’s use— To open: Push down the switch.
Page 15 Trunk lid (sedan)— —Lock release lever CAUTION To avoid serious personal injury, you must do the following. S 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 16 —Luggage security system —Luggage security system (with fold-down rear seat) (without fold-down rear seat) This system deactivates the lock re- 2. After closing the trunk lid, insert the This system deactivates the lock re- master key and turn it counterclockwise lease lever so that things locked in the lease lever so that things locked in the to deactivate the lock release lever.
Page 17 —Locking with power back Back door (wagon)— Hood door lock To open the back door from the out- To lock the back door, push the switch To open the hood, pull the hood lock side, insert the key and turn it counter- on the LOCK side.
Page 18 Theft deterrent system To deter the vehicle theft, the system is SETTING THE SYSTEM designed to give an alarm and keep the 1. Turn the ignition key to the ”LOCK” engine from being started if any of the position. side doors, trunk lid, back door or hood 2.
Page 19 If the system does not work properly, have starter circuit cut will be cancelled at once. trunk lid, back door and hood are closed it checked by your Toyota dealer. INDICATOR LIGHT after the alarm stops. The indicator light gives the following The alarm will be activated again under three indications.
Page 20 S Use only a genuine Toyota fuel tank cap for replacement. It has a built in check valve to reduce fuel tank vacuum.
Page 21 To open the sun roof, push the switch S Always make sure nobody places on the “SLIDE” side. Pushing on the his/her head, hands and other opposite side will close it. To tilt up the parts of the body in the roof open- rear end of the sun roof, push the ing before you close the roof.
Page 22: Steering Wheel
Front seats— Part 1 Seats —Seat adjustment precautions OPERATION OF While the vehicle is being driven, all ve- Adjust the driver’s seat so that the foot hicle occupants should have the seatback pedals, steering wheel and instrument INSTRUMENTS upright, sit well back in the seat and prop- panel controls are within easy reach of the erly wear the seat belts provided.
Page 23 -Adjusting front seats Fold–down rear seat (sedan) ADJUSTING SEAT POSITION Pull the lock release lever up. Then slide the seat to the desired position with slight body pressure and release the lever. ADJUSTING SEATBACK ANGLE Lean forward and pull the lock release lever.
Page 24 Fold-down rear seat (wagon) CAUTION When returning the seatback to the upright position: S Make sure the seat belts are not twisted or caught in the seatback and are arranged in their proper position for ready use. S Make sure the seatback is securely locked by pushing forward and rearward on the top of the seat- back.
Page 25 FOLDING REAR SEAT 2. Unlock the seatback, and fold it 3. After folding the seatback down, down while pushing the bottom cush- hook the strap to the tab on the reverse 1. Swing the bottom cushion up by ion forward. side of the seatback.
Page 26 Seat belts— Head restraints —Seat belt precautions Toyota recommends that the driver and CAUTION passengers in the vehicle be properly re- strained at all times with the seat belts Persons should ride in their seats provided. Failure to do so could increase...
Page 27 Seat belts— Head restraints —Seat belt precautions Toyota recommends that the driver and CAUTION passengers in the vehicle be properly re- strained at all times with the seat belts Persons should ride in their seats provided. Failure to do so could increase...
Page 28 —Front seat belts and rear outside seat belts S Inspect the belt system periodical- ly. Check for cuts, fraying, and loose parts. Damaged parts should be replaced. Do not disassemble or modify the system. S Keep the belts clean and dry. If they need cleaning, use a mild soap solution or lukewarm water.
Page 29 CAUTION loose-fitting belts both could in- normally, immediately contact your crease the chance of injury due to Toyota dealer. Always make sure the shoulder belt sliding under the lap belt during an is positioned across the center of accident. Keep the lap belt as low your shoulder.
Page 30 S If the seat belt does not function normally, immediately contact your Toyota dealer. To release the belt, press the buckle- Sit up straight and well back in the release button and allow the belt to re- seat.
Page 31 —Stowing the rear center seat belts (wagon) Remove excess length of the belt and To release the belt, press the buckle- The rear seat belts can be stowed adjust the belt position. release button. when not in use. To shorten the belt, pull the free end of the Seat belts must be stowed before you fold belt.
Page 32 S After inserting the tab, make sure able from your Toyota dealer free of the tabs and buckle are locked and charge. that the belt is not twisted.
Page 33 SRS airbags (for driver and front passenger) 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 34 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 (a collision in which the nose of the vehicle “underrides”, or goes under, the bed of a truck).
Page 35 When the airbags inflate, they produce a CAUTION fairly loud noise and release some smoke along with the nitrogen gas. This is not S The SRS airbag system is de- harmful and does not indicate a fire. Be signed only as a supplement to sure to wash off any residue as soon as the primary protection of the seat possible to prevent minor skin irritation.
Page 36 S Do not allow a child to stand up, or S When using a forward-facing child S Do not sit on the edge of the seat or to kneel on the front passenger restraint system in the front seat, lean over the dashboard when the seat.
Page 37 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. z Installation of electronic items such as a mobile two-way radio,...
Page 38 In the following cases, contact your The SRS (Supplemental Restraint Sys- This indicator comes on when the Toyota dealer as soon as possible: tem) airbag is designed to provide fur- ignition key is turned to the “ACC” or S The SRS airbags have been inflated.
Page 39 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. a collision in which the nose of the vehicle “underrides”, or goes under, the bed of a truck).
Page 40 When the airbag inflates, it produces a CAUTION fairly loud noise and releases some smoke along with the nitrogen gas. This is The SRS airbag system is designed not harmful and does not indicate a fire. only as a supplement to the primary Be sure to wash off any residue as soon as possible to prevent minor skin irritation.
Page 41 Attachment of a grille guard (bull wheel pad. They might restrict function of the airbag. Contact your Toyota bar, kangaroo bar, etc.), snow- inflation or cause serious injury as dealer as soon as possible to service the plow, winches or any other equip- they are projected rearward.
Page 42 Child restraint— —Built-in child restraint —Child restraint precautions Toyota strongly urges the use of child This child restraint is designed for use restraint systems for children small only by children who weigh between 9 enough to use them. kg (20 lb.) and 30 kg (66 lb.), whose height is 127 cm (50 in.) or less, who...
Page 43 Child restraint— —Built-in child restraint —Child restraint precautions Toyota strongly urges the use of child This child restraint is designed for use restraint systems for children small only by children who weigh between 9 enough to use them. kg (20 lb.) and 30 kg (66 lb.), whose height is 127 cm (50 in.) or less, who...
Page 44 S Replace the built-in child restraint CAUTION assembly if it has been used in a severe impact. The entire assem- Make sure the child is securely re- bly should be replaced even if strained with the built-in child re- damage is not obvious. straint.
Page 45 2. While pulling the seat belt release 3. Compress the shoulder belt clip to 4. Add slack to the shoulder belts by strap in the child seat cushion, pull separate the right and left shoulder pulling both of them together while both shoulder belts together.
Page 46 S Using the vehicle’s safety belts on a child seated on the child restraint cushion can cause serious injury to the child in a sudden stop or crash. S After moving the shoulder belts, make sure the belts are properly routed and that they are not twisted or flipped over.
Page 47 S If the seat belt does not function times. normally, immediately contact your Toyota dealer.
Page 48 -Child restraint system A child restraint system for a small child or baby must itself be restrained on the seat with either the lap belt or the lap portion of the lap/shoulder belt. The child restraint system should conform to the size of the child and properly fit the vehicle seat.
Page 49 Toyota dealer. the front seats. This may cause se- * CRS installation kit vere injury to the child and front (Part No.
Page 50 S Do not insert coins, clips, etc. in the buckle as this may prevent you from properly latching the tab and buckle. S If the seat belt does not function normally, immediately contact your Toyota dealer.
Page 51 4. To remove the child restraint system, CAUTION press the buckle-release button and un- hook the top strap. Push and pull the child restraint system in different directions to be sure it is secure.
Page 52 S Do not insert coins, clips, etc. in ing or a collision. the buckle as this may prevent you from properly latching the tab and buckle. S If the seat belt does not function normally, immediately contact your Toyota dealer.
Page 53 2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it 3. Place the shoulder belt between the 4. If your child restraint system requires in the lock mode. vehicle seatback and the child restraint the use of a top strap, latch the hook onto system and allow it to retract.
Page 54 5. To remove the child restraint system, CAUTION press the buckle-release button and allow the belt to retract. Unhook the top strap. Make sure the seat belt is securely locked. Also make sure the child re- straint system is secure by pushing and pulling it in different directions.
Page 55 Without filler panel trim— a. Remove the cap on the filler panel you wish to use. b. Insert a 10 mm (0.4 in.) spacer and tighten down the anchor bracket for your child restraint system with a bolt. Torque the bolt to 16.5—24.7 N m (1.68—2.52 kgf m, 12.2—18.2 ft lbf).
Page 56 To comply with Canada Motor Vehicle Outside anchors— Safety Standards, vehicles sold in Cana- a. Roll up the covering on the rear cargo da are provided with a bracket set in the floor. glovebox, designed for use with the an- b.
Page 57 S If the seat belt does not function shown above to remind you not to normally, immediately contact your install a rear-facing child restraint Toyota dealer. system on the front seat.
Page 58 2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put in 3. Place the shoulder belt between the 4. If your child restraint system requires the lock mode. vehicle seatback and the child restraint the use of a top strap, latch the hook onto system and allow it to retract.
Page 59 5. To remove the child restraint system, —Vehicles without front passenger air- CAUTION press the buckle-release button and al- low the belt to retract. Unhook the top When installing a rear-facing child re- Make sure the seat belt is securely strap.
Page 60 S Do not insert coins, clips, etc. in the buckle as this may prevent you from properly latching the tab and buckle. S If the seat belt does not function normally, immediately contact your Toyota dealer.
Page 61 4. If your child restraint system requires 5. To remove the child restraint system, the use of a top strap, latch the hook onto CAUTION press the buckle-release button and al- the tab of the rear center belt and tighten low the belt to retract.
Page 62 —Rear view mirror remote Tilt steering wheel Outside rear view mirrors— control To change the steering wheel angle, Adjust the mirror so you can see the To adjust the rear view mirror, simply pull up the lock release lever, tilt the side of your vehicle in the mirror.
Page 63 —Power rear view mirror Anti-glare inside rear view control —Folding rear view mirrors mirror To adjust a power rear view mirror, first To fold the rear view mirror, push back- Pull the lever toward you to reduce push the master switch in “L” (left) or ward.
Page 64 Part 1 Headlights and turn signals OPERATION OF FIRST CLICKSTOP: Only the parking, tail, license plate, side marker and instru- INSTRUMENTS ment panel lights turn on. SECOND CLICKSTOP: The headlights AND CONTROLS— also turn on. If you remove the key with the headlights left on, a buzzer reminds you to turn the Chapter 1-4 lights off when you open the driver’s door.
Page 65 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. beam. For the headlight flasher, pull it The key must be in the ”ON”...
Page 66 Instrument panel light control Interior light Personal light To adjust the brightness of the instru- To turn on the interior light, slide the To turn on the personal light, push the ment panel lights, turn the dial. switch. switch. To turn it off, push the switch once again.
Page 67 Windshield wipers and washer (intermittent type without Luggage compartment light interval adjuster) (wagon) NOTICE Do not operate the wipers if the windshield is dry. It may scratch the glass. To turn the luggage compartment light To turn the wipers on, move the lever. on, open the back door and push the To make the washer squirt, push the switch.
Page 68 Windshield wipers and washer (intermittent type with interval Windshield wipers and washer adjuster) (mist type) If the washer does not work, check to see whether the washer tank is empty. For in- formation 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 69 Rear window wiper and washer Rear window defogger NOTICE Do not operate the wipers if the windshield is dry. It may scratch the glass. To turn the rear wiper and washer on, To defog or defrost the rear window, twist the knob at the end of the lever. push the switch.
Page 70 Make sure you turn the defogger off when the window is clear. Leaving the defogger on for a long time could cause the battery to discharge, especially during stop-and- go driving. The defogger is not designed for drying rain water or for melting snow. NOTICE z Without timer: To prevent the bat- tery from being discharged, turn...
Page 72 The indicator lamp goes off after driving several times. If the indicator lamp does switch is on and indicates the approxi- not go off, contact your Toyota dealer as Fuel gauge mate quantity of fuel remaining in the soon as possible.
Page 73 Engine coolant temperature gauge Tachometer The gauge indicates the engine cool- tachometer indicates engine NOTICE ant temperature when the ignition speed in thousands of rpm (revolutions z Do not remove the thermostat in switch is on. The engine operating per minute). Use it while driving to se- the engine cooling system as this temperature will vary with changes in lect correct shift points and to prevent...
Page 74 Service reminder indicators Odometer and trip meter and warning buzzers The odometer records the total dis- tance the vehicle has been driven. The trip meter may be set to zero to record the distance on each trip. To reset the trip meter, press the trip meter reset knob.
Page 75 Turn off the air conditioning, blower, radio, Do not drive the vehicle with the At a safe place, test your brakes by start- etc., and drive directly to the nearest Toyota ing and stopping. warning light on—even for one dealer or repair shop.
Page 76 Have it checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as pos- sible.
Page 78: Ignition Switch
Part 1 Ignition switch with steering lock OPERATION OF “LOCK”—Engine is off and the steer- ing wheel is locked. The key can be re- INSTRUMENTS moved only at this position. You must push in the key to turn the key AND CONTROLS—...
Page 79 Automatic transmission (3-speed type) Your automatic transmission has a shift (b) Using engine braking lock system to minimize the possibility of To use engine braking, you can downshift incorrect operation. This means you can the transmission as follows: only shift out of “P” position when the S Shift into the “2”...
Page 80 Automatic transmission (4-speed type) NOTICE CAUTION z Be careful not to overrev the en- While the vehicle is moving, never gine. Watch the tachometer to attempt to move the selector lever keep engine rpm from going into the red zone. The maximum allow- into “P”...
Page 81 Your automatic transmission has a shift (b) Using engine braking lock system to minimize the possibility of To use engine braking, you can downshift incorrect operation. This means you can the transmission as follows: only shift out of “P” position when the S Turn off the overdrive switch.
Page 82 (d) Parking CAUTION CAUTION 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. 2. Pull the parking brake lever up fully to Be careful when downshifting on a Always keep your foot on the brake securely apply the parking brake. slippery surface. Abrupt shifting pedal while stopped with the engine 3.
Page 83 Manual transmission For the best compromise between fuel Upshifting too soon or downshifting too late economy and vehicle performance, you will cause lugging, and possibly pinging. should upshift or downshift at the follow- Regularly revving the engine to maximum ing speeds: speed in each gear will cause excessive engine wear and high fuel comsumption.
Page 84 Parking brake Cruise control Good driving practice S If it difficult to shift into reverse, put the transmission in neutral, release the clutch pedal momentarily, and then try again. S When towing a trailer, in order to main- tain engine braking efficiency, do not use the fifth gear.
Page 85 Now you may take your foot off the or winding roads. your vehicle checked by your Toyota deal- accelerator pedal. If you need accelera- S Avoid vehicle speed increases er at the earliest opportunity.
Page 86 However, a faster way to reset is to de- press the brake pedal and then press the control lever downward in the “SET/ COAST” direction. RESUMING THE PRESET SPEED If the preset speed is cancelled by pulling the control lever or by depressing the brake pedal or clutch pedal, pushing the lever up in the “RES/ACC”...
Page 88: Car Audio System
Part 1 Car audio system operating tips OPERATION OF You can listen to the car audio system If a vehicle is moving away from the when the ignition key is at “ON” or desired station’s transmitter, the signal INSTRUMENTS “ACC”. However, if the engine is not will tend to fade and/or drift.
Page 89 S Station swapping: When two FM sta- CASSETTE TAPE PLAYER NOTICE tions are close to each other, and an Use only undamaged cassette tapes of Do not oil any part of the player and electronic dead spot, such as is good quality.
Page 90 FM radio with electronic tuner (type A)
Page 91 (a) Listening to the radio Preset tuning: Use for tuning-in to a de- Each button can store one AM station and sired preset station. one FM station. To change the preset sta- 1. Push the “PWR VOL” knob to turn the tion to a different one, follow the same pro- radio on.
Page 92 FM radio with electronic tuner (type B)
Page 93 (a) Listening to the radio Preset tuning: Use for tuning-in to a de- (c) Presetting a station sired preset station. 1. Push the “PWR VOL” knob to turn the 1. Tune in the desired station. (See “(b) radio on. Push the station selector button which Selecting a station”.) has been preset to the desired station.
Page 94 FM radio with electronic tuner and cassette tape player...
Page 96 (a) Listening to the radio (b) Selecting a station If the radio scans over all frequencies without stop because the signals are too 1. Push the “AM FM” button to turn the Tune in the desired station using one of weak or just because you leave it going, radio on and select either an AM or FM the following methods.
Page 97 The preset station will be cancelled when The tape player can also be turned on by 6. To turn the player off, push the “PWR the power source is severed (battery dis- pushing the “PWR VOL” knob if the tape VOL”...
Page 98 Air conditioning controls...
Page 99 (a) Controls and functions The temperature control lever is used to adjust the temperature of the delivered air. Move the lever toward the HIGH position for higher temperature and toward the LOW position for lower temperature. The air intake control lever is used to se- lect intake air, either outside air or recircu- lated air.
Page 100 If the indicator light flashes, contact your If the windshield fogs up easily, move the 3. Move the air flow control lever to the Toyota dealer as soon as possible. There lever to the FLOOR/WINDSHIELD posi- FACE position. may be a slippage of the drive belt or tion.
Page 101 S If air flow control is not satisfactory, (e) Windshield defogging and defrost- (f) Air flow selection check the side vents. (See “Side FACE position—This position directs the To remove interior fog on the windshield: air flow to face level. vents”...
Page 102 Heater controls...
Page 103 (a) Controls and functions The temperature control lever is used to turn on and off the heater and adjust the temperature of the heated air. Move the lever toward the FULL HEAT- ING position for higher temperature. Mov- ing the lever to the NO HEAT position turns off the heater.
Page 104 (b) Heating (c) Ventilation BI-LEVEL position—This position directs the air flow to face level and floor. Except 1. Place the temperature control lever 1. Place the temperature control lever at in ventilation, the air to the floor is slightly anywhere except the NO HEAT position. the NO HEAT position.
Page 105 Side Vents S If following another vehicle on a dusty road, or driving in windy and dusty con- ditions, it is recommended that the air intake control lever be temporarily set to the RECIRCULATED AIR position, which will close off the outside pas- sage and prevent outside air and dust from entering the vehicle interior.
Page 106: Other Equipment
Use a Toyota genuine cigarette lighter or Once the electrical power source has equivalent for replacement. been disconnected from the clock, the time is automatically set to 1:00 (one o’clock).
Page 107 Glovebox Cup holder CAUTION To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or sudden stop while driving, always push the ash- tray back in completely after using. To open the glovebox door, compress To use the cup holder, push it and pull the lock release buttons.
Page 108 Luggage cover (wagon) To use the luggage cover, pull it out of To remove the luggage cover, lift up Vehicles with rear speakers— the retractor and hook it to the anchors. the luggage cover. For more luggage space, remove the lug- gage cover board.
Page 109 Floor mat Use a floor mat of the correct size. CAUTION If the floor mat has a hole, then it is de- signed for use with a locking clip. Fix the Make sure the floor mat is properly floor mat and locking clip into the hole in the floor carpet.
Page 110 To help prevent gas station mixups, your YOUR TOYOTA to the future economy and long life of your Toyota has a new smaller fuel tank open- vehicle: ing. The special nozzle on pumps with un- S Do not drive over 88 km/h (55 mph).
Page 111 Operation in foreign countries If your engine knocks... GASOLINES CONTAINING ALCOHOL If you plan to drive your Toyota in anoth- er country... If you detect heavy knocking even when If you use gasohol in your Toyota, be using the recommended fuel, or if you...
Page 112 Toyota Maintenance creating an excessive load on the Schedule. For scheduled mainte- The three-way catalytic converter is three-way catalytic converter.
Page 113 Facts about engine oil Engine exhaust cautions consumption FUNCTIONS OF ENGINE OIL S Keep the trunk lid or back door CAUTION Engine oil has the primary functions of lu- closed while driving. An open or bricating and cooling the inside of the en- unsealed trunk lid or back door S Avoid inhaling the engine exhaust.
Page 114 Toyota recommends that the oil level be ping distance will be longer. Also, the brake A new engine consumes more oil, since checked every time you refuel the vehicle.
Page 115 When the anti-lock brake system function Always maintain a safe distance from the S Even if the power assist is com- is in action, you may feel the brake pedal vehicle in front of you. Compared with ve- pletely lost, the brakes will still pulsating and hear a noise.
Page 116 Even if the anti-lock brake system should fail, the brake system will still operate con- ventionally. Have your vehicle checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. “ABS” warning light The brake pad wear limit indicators on your disc brakes give a warning noise...
Page 117 This is the primary identification number seatbacks. Keep luggage or pack- for your Toyota. It is used in registering the ages low, as close to the floor as ownership of your vehicle. possible.
Page 118 Theft prevention labels (except for Canada) Your new vehicle carries theft preven- tion labels which are approximately 56 mm (2.20 inches) by 16 mm (0.63 inch). The purpose of these labels is to reduce the incidence of vehicle thefts by facilitat- ing the tracing and recovery of parts from stolen vehicles.
Page 119 Suspension and chassis Types of tires Determine what kind of tires your ve- CAUTION CAUTION hicle is originally equipped with. 1. Summer tires S Do not mix summer and all season Do not modify the suspension/chas- Summer tires are high-speed capability tires on your vehicle as this can sis with lift kits, spacers, etc.
Page 120: Starting And Driving
How to start the engine— 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 121 Do not race a cold engine. of the road and call a Toyota dealer for assistance. z If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently, have the...
Page 122 If you are not sure about brake mechanism may freeze, making it which oil to use, call your Toyota deal- hard to release. er—he will be pleased to help. Keep ice and snow from accumulating Keep the door locks from freezing.
Page 123 T oyota warranties do not apply to damage or malfunction caused by towing a trailer for commercial pur- poses. Ask your local Toyota dealer for fur- ther details before towing. WEIGHT LIMITS CAUTION...
Page 124 HITCHES BRAKES AND SAFETY CHAINS S Use only a hitch which is recom- S Toyota recommends trailers with mended by the hitch manufacturer and brakes that conform to any applica- conforms to the total trailer weight re- ble federal and state/provincial reg- quirement.
Page 125 S Make sure the trailer cargo is securely the left to move the trailer to the left. BREAK-IN SCHEDULE S Toyota recommends that you do not Move your hand to the right to move loaded so that it cannot shift.
Page 126 S Because stopping distance may be in- S Crosswinds and rough roads will ad- S Because of the added load of the trail- creased, vehicle-to-vehicle distance versely affect handling of your vehicle er, your vehicle’s engine may overheat should be increased when towing a and trailer, causing sway.
Page 127 How to save fuel and make your vehicle last longer, too S Avoid continuous speeding up and When restarting out after parking on a Getting more kilometers/mileage from a li- slope: ter/gallon of fuel is easy—just take it easy. slowing down. Stop-and-go driving It will help make your vehicle last longer, wastes fuel.
Page 128 S Keep the bottom of your vehicle free from mud, etc. This not only lessens weight but also helps prevent corrosion. S Keep your vehicle tuned-up and in top shape. A dirty air cleaner, carbu- retor out of adjustment, improper valve clearance, dirty plugs, dirty oil and grease, brakes not adjusted, etc.
Page 130: In Case Of An Emergency
If the light is O.K., but the engine still will If you cannot shift automatic not start, it needs adjustment or repair. transmission selector lever Call a Toyota dealer or qualified repair If you lose your keys shop. NOTICE pull- or push-start vehicle.
Page 131 If the engine still will not start, it needs ad- justment or repair. Call a Toyota dealer or To avoid serious personal injury and CAUTION qualified repair shop for assistance.
Page 132 4. Connect the jumper cables in the exact 7. Carefully dispose of the battery cover S The gas normally produced by a order shown in the illustration: positive cloths—they may now contain sulfuric battery will explode if a flame or terminal (“+”...
Page 133 Put coolant is leaking, stop the engine imme- the transmission in “P” (automatic) or neu- diately. Call a Toyota dealer for assis- CAUTION tral (manual) and apply the parking brake. tance.
Page 134 If you have a flat tire— 1. Reduce your speed gradually, keeping NOTICE a straight line. Move cautiously off the road to a safe place well away from the traffic. Do not continue driving with a Avoid stopping on the center divider of a deflated tire.
Page 135 CAUTION S The compact spare tire was de- signed especially for your Toyota. 1. Get the tool bag, jack, jack handle Do not use it on any other vehicle. and spare tire.
Page 136 When removing the jack, turn the joint by To remove the spare tire: To remove the spare tire, loosen the bolt hand towards the CONTRACT direction and remove it. 1. Loosen the nut and remove it. until the jack is free. When storing, turn When storing the spare tire, put it in place 2.
Page 137 —Blocking the wheel —Removing wheel ornament 2. Block the wheel diagonally oppo- 3. Remove the wheel ornament. site the flat tire to keep the vehicle from Skip this step if your vehicle is equipped rolling when it is jacked up. with aluminum wheels.
Page 138 —Loosening wheel nuts —Positioning the jack —Raising your vehicle 4. Loosen all the wheel nuts. 5. Position the jack at the correct jack 6. After making sure that no one is in point as shown. the vehicle, raise it high enough so Always loosen the wheel nuts before rais- that the spare tire can be installed.
Page 139 —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 tires. tight. corrosion on the mounting surfaces with a Lift the flat tire straight off and put it aside. Reinstall the wheel nuts (tapered end in- wire brush or such.
Page 140 —Lowering your vehicle —Reinstalling wheel ornament —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 141 If towing is necessary, we recommend From rear— S Manual transmission: you have it done by your Toyota dealer or a commercial tow truck service. We recommend using a towing dolly Proper equipment will help ensure that under the front wheels.
Page 142 —Emergency towing CAUTION If the engine is not running, the power assist for the brakes and steering will not work so steering and braking will be much harder than usual. (c) Towing with sling type truck If towing service is not available in an emergency, your vehicle may be tem- NOTICE porarily towed by a cable secured to...
Page 143 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. If your keys are locked in the vehicle and...
Page 144: Appearance Care
Now, it is up to you. Proper your vehicle, particularly the underside, CARE care of your Toyota can help ensure long- as clean as possible and to repair any term corrosion prevention. damage to paint or protective coatings as The most common causes of corro- soon as possible.
Page 145 Your Toyota dealer will 3.Rinse thoroughly—dried soap can cause be happy to assist in supplying and instal- streaking. In hot weather you may need to ling the shields if they are recommended rinse each section right after you wash it.
Page 146 The vinyl upholstery may be easily on your vehicle. cleaned with a mild soap or detergent Waxing your Toyota and water. First vacuum over the upholstery to remove Polishing and waxing is recommend- loose dirt.
Page 147 The windows may be cleaned with any Seat belts If you have any questions about the household window cleaner. cleaning of your Toyota, your local The seat belts may be cleaned with NOTICE Toyota dealer will be pleased to mild soap and water or with lukewarm When cleaning the inside of the answer them.
Page 148: Vehicle Maintenance
These checks or inspections can be done either by yourself or a qualified technician, Where to go for service? or if you prefer, your Toyota dealer will be Toyota technicians are well-trained spe- pleased to do them at a nominal cost.
Page 149 Your copy of the repair order is proof that Check underneath for leaking fuel, oil, wa- to your Toyota dealer or a qualified service all required maintenance has been per- ter or other fluid after the vehicle has been shop immediately.
Page 150 Steering wheel Brakes Battery electrolyte level Be alert for changes in steering condition, At a safe place, check that the brakes do Make sure the electrolyte level of all bat- such as hard steering or strange noise. not pull to one side when applied. tery cells is between upper and lower level lines on the case.
Page 151 Be on the alert for changes in perfor- If you notice any of these clues, take your mance, sounds, and visual tip-offs that in- vehicle to your Toyota dealer as soon as dicate service is needed. Some important possible. It probably needs adjustment or clues are as follows: repair.
Page 152 Part 7 DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE— Chapter 7-1 Introduction Engine compartment overview Fuse locations Do-it-yourself service precautions Parts and tools...
Page 153 Engine compartment overview (type A)
Page 154 Engine compartment overview (type B)
Page 155 Fuse locations...
Page 156 Read the sepa- the radiator cap or loosen the drain care should be taken to avoid pro- rate Toyota Warranty statement for details plugs to prevent burning yourself. longed and repeated contact with and suggestions.
Page 157 Remember that battery and igni- tenance. Remember all Toyota parts are wear could result. Also backfiring tion cables carry high currents or designed in metric sizes, so your tools could cause a fire in the engine voltages.
Page 158 Checking power steering fluid Checking and replacing fuses Parts (if level is low): Parts (if replacement is necessary): S Automatic transmission fluid S Fuse with same amperage rating as original DEXRON -II or-III Adding washer fluid Tools: S Rag or paper towel Parts: S Water S Funnel (only for adding fluid)
Page 160: Engine And Chassis
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 161 ENGINE OIL SELECTION Use API SH, “Energy-Conserving II” mul- tigrade engine oil or ILSAC multigrade en- gine oil. Recommended viscosity (SAE): Oil identification marks The ILSAC (International Lubricant Stan- dardization and Approval Committee) Cer- Either or both API registered marks are tification Mark is displayed on the front of added to some oil containers to help the container.
Page 162 It is normal for the brake fluid level to go Do not use alcohol type antifreeze down slightly as the brake pads wear. So If you can find no leak, have your Toyota or plain water alone. be sure to keep the reservoir filled.
Page 163 Checking power steering fluid If the level is low, add SAE J1703 or c. Reinstall the filler cap. FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 brake fluid to the d. Remove the filler cap again and look at brake reservoir. the fluid level. If the fluid is cold, the level should be in the “COLD”...
Page 164 The passenger and luggage If a tire frequently needs refilling, have it weight should be located so that the checked by your Toyota dealer. Keep your tire pressures at the proper vehicle is balanced. The following instructions for check- level.
Page 165 Any tires which are over six years old Toyota recommends all four tires, or at must be checked by a qualified techni- least both of the front or rear tires be cian even if damage is not obvious.
Page 166 When rotating tires, check for uneven as the original tires on your Toyota. wear and damage. Abnormal wear is usu- Do not use tires other than those men- ally caused by incorrect tire pressure, im- tioned above.
Page 167 Correct replacement wheels are available result in damage to the vehicle as fore installing chains. at your Toyota dealer. well as the tire. CHAIN INSTALLATION A wheel of a different size or type may ad-...
Page 168 S When using tire chains, be careful not signed for a tubeless tire. to damage the aluminum wheels. S Use only the Toyota wheel nuts and wrench designed for your aluminum wheels. S When balancing your wheels, use only Toyota balance weights or equivalent and a plastic or rubber hammer.
Page 170: Electrical Components
Checking battery condition— Part 7 —Precautions DO-IT-YOURSELF S 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. S If electrolyte gets on your clothes, The battery produces flammable Chapter 7-3 there is a possibility of its soaking...
Page 171 —Checking battery exterior —Checking battery fluid There are two types of batteries: main- NOTICE tenance type and non-maintenance z 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 z When checking the battery, re- maintenance type battery does not have move the ground cable from the...
Page 172 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 173 Battery recharging precautions During recharging, the battery is pro- Maintenance type batteries: Be sure ducing hydrogen gas. to remove the vent plugs before re- charging. Therefore, before recharging: 1. Maintenance type batteries—Remove the vent plugs. NOTICE 2. If recharging with the battery installed Never recharge the battery while the on the vehicle, be sure to disconnect the engine is running.
Page 174 See Part there is a problem with the electrical sys- 8 of this manual for the functions con- tem. Have your Toyota dealer correct it as trolled by each circuit. soon as possible.
Page 175 CAUTION washer fluid containing antifreeze. This tensive damage and possibly a fire. product is available at your Toyota dealer Halogen bulbs have pressurized and most auto parts stores. Follow the gas inside and require special han- manufacturer’s directions for how much...
Page 176 —Headlights Bulb Light Bulbs Type Rear turn signal 1156 lights Stop and tail 1157 27/8 lights Rear side marker, stop and tail 1157 27/8 lights Back-up lights 1156 High mounted stop light Sedan — 1. Open the hood. Wagon* — LEFT SIDE HEADLIGHT: Remove the 1156 clip and take out the air cleaner duct.
Page 177 If the connector is tight, wiggle it. To install a bulb, align the tabs of the bulb socket with the cutouts of the mounting hole. Aiming is not necessary after replacing the bulb. When aiming adjustment is nec- essary, contact your Toyota dealer.
Page 178 —Front turn signal lights Use a Phillips-head screwdriver.
Page 179 —Rear turn signal, stop and tail, rear side marker, and back-up lights (sedan) Use a wrench. Use a Phillips-head screwdriver. Remove and install the cover clips as shown in the following illustrations.
Page 180 —Rear turn signal, stop and tail, rear side marker, and back-up lights (wagon) a: Rear turn signal light Use a Phillips-head screwdriver. a: Rear turn signal light b: Stop and tail light b: Rear side marker, stop and tail light c: Rear side marker, stop and tail light c: Back-up light d: Back-up light...
Page 181 —High mounted stoplight (sedan) Remove and install the cover clips as Remove the bolts. shown in the following illustrations.
Page 182 —High mounted stoplight (wagon)
Page 183 —License plate lights —License plate lights (sedan) (wagon) Use a Phillips-head screwdriver.
Page 186: Specifications
Part 8 Dimensions and weight SPECIFICATIONS Sedan Wagon 4370 (172.0) 4370 (172.0) Overall length mm (in.) Dimensions and weight Overall width mm (in.) 1685 ( 66.3) 1685 ( 66.3) Overall height mm (in.) 1360 ( 53.5)* 1405 ( 55.3)* Engine 1380 ( 54.3)* 1425...
Page 187 Engine Fuel Service specifications Model: Fuel type: ENGINE 4A-FE and 7A-FE Unleaded fuel, Research Octane Num- Valve clearance (engine cold), mm (in.): ber 91 (Octane Rating 87) or higher Type: Intake 0.15 0.25 (0.006 0.010) Fuel tank capacity, L (gal., Imp. gal.): 4 cylinder in line, 4 cycle, gasoline Exhaust 0.25 0.35 (0.010 0.014) 50 (13.2, 11.0)
Page 188 Oil grade: Coolant type: MANUAL TRANSAXLE API SH, “Energy-Conserving II” multi- With ethylene-glycol antifreeze (Do not Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.): grade engine oil or ILSAC multigrade use alcohol type.) 1.9 (2.0, 1.7) engine oil is recommended. BATTERY Oil type: Recommended oil viscosity (SAE): —Maintenance type battery Multipurpose gear oil API GL-4 or GL-5...
Page 189 Tires DIFFERENTIAL Tire size: Wheel size: (3- speed type automatic transmission) Spare tire T115/70D14 14 x 4T Fluid capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.): T115/70D14 T135/70D15 15 x 4T 1.4 (1.5, 1.2) T135/70D15 Other tires 14 x 5.5J Fluid type: 175/65R14 82S 14 x 5.5JJ Automatic transmission fluid DEX- P175/65R14 81S...
Page 190 Fuses Fuses (type A) 5. DEF-I/UP 7.5 A: Multiport fuel injec- 9. GAUGE 10 A: Gauges and meters, tion system/sequential multiport fuel in- service reminder indicators (except dis- 1. CIG & RADIO 20 A: Cigarette lighter, jection system charge and open door warning lights), digital clock display, air conditioning sys- back-up light, air conditioning system, tem, radio, cassette tape player, power...
Page 191 14. FAN-I/UP 7.5 A: Multiport fuel injec- 23. HEAD (LH-UPR) 10 A: Left-hand Fuses (type B) tion system/sequential multiport fuel in- headlight (high beam) 29. POWER 30 A: Power windows, pow- jection system 24. HEAD (LH-LWR) 10 A: Left-hand er door lock system, electric sun roof 15.
Page 192 Fuses (type C) 35. AM1 40 A: “CIG & RADIO”, “GAUGE”, “TURN”, “ECU-IG”, “WIP”, “DEF” and “OBD” fuses 36. ALT 100 A: Tail lights, “DEF”, “STOP”, “ECU-B” and “AM 1” fuses 37. ABS 50 A: Anti-lock brake system...
Page 194 Transportation. It provides the purchasers and/or prospective purchas- tional Highway Traffic Safety Admin- UNIFORM TIRE ers of Toyota vehicles with information on istration (NHTSA) in addition to noti- uniform tire quality grading. QUALITY GRADING fying T oyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.
Page 195 Traction A, B, C—The traction grades, Warning: The temperature grade for this from highest to lowest, are A, B, and C, tire is established for a tire that is properly and they represent the tire’s ability to stop inflated and not overloaded. Excessive on wet pavement as measured under speed, underinflation, or excessive load- controlled conditions on specified govern-...

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