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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...
Instrument panel overview 1. Side vent 2. Side defroster outlet 3. Tilt steering lock release lever 4. Automatic transmission selector lever (column shift) 5. Center vents 6. Electric moon roof switch or front interior light, and front personal lights 7. Power door lock switch 8.
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1. Instrument panel light control dial 2. Headlight and turn signal switch 3. Wiper and washer switches 4. Driving pattern selector button 5. Thermometer 6. Clock 7. Emergency flasher switch 8. Car audio 9. Miscellany box 10.Air conditioning controls 11. Ashtray and cigarette lighter 12.Rear window defogger switch 13.Ignition switch 14.Cruise control switch...
Indicator symbols on the instrument panel Anti-lock brake system warning light * Brake system warning light * Seat belt reminder light* Open door warning light* Rear light failure warning light* Discharge warning light* Low oil pressure warning light* SRS airbag warning light* Malfunction indicator lamp* Turn signal indicator lights Low fuel level warning light *...
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Overdrive-of f indicator light Driving pattern indicator light Cruise control indicator light * Automatic transmission indicator lights : For details, see “Service reminder indicators and warn- ing buzzers” in Chapter 1-5. : If this light flashes, see “Cruise control” in Chapter 1-6.
Theft deterrent system To protect things locked in the glovebox by a Toyota dealer using the key number. Fuel tank cap when you have your vehicle parked, leave You should also put a copy of the key the subkey with the attendant.
Side doors— LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH IN- Driver’s side SIDE LOCK KNOB Insert the key into the keyhole and turn Move the lock knob. To lock: Push the knob forward. To lock: Turn the key forward. To unlock: Pull the knob backward.
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LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH CAUTION POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH Push the switch. Before driving, be sure that the To lock: Push the switch on the front side. doors are closed and locked, espe- To unlock: Push the switch on the rear cially when small children are in the side.
If pushing the “LOCK” or “UNLOCK” operation of the transmitter. switch does not actuate the doors, and you have checked the battery in the trans- mitter, consult your Toyota dealer. Unlocking operation...
Use the switch on the driver’s door. mitter still does not operate properly, con- Normal operation: The window moves tact your Toyota dealer. as long as you hold the switch. To open: Lightly push down the switch. To close: Pull up the switch.
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Automatic operation (to open only): OPERATING THE PASSENGERS’ WIN- DOWS Push the switch completely down and then release it. The window will fully open. Use the switches on the passengers’ To stop the window partway, lightly pull the doors. The driver’s door also has switch up and then release it.
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Trunk lid (type A) —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.
—Luggage security system Trunk lid (type B) —Lock release button This system deactivates the lock re- To open the trunk lid from the outside, To open the trunk lid from the driver’s lease lever so that things locked in the insert the master key and turn it clock- seat, push the lock release button.
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—Luggage security system Hood This system helps protect things To open the hood, do the following. 2. In front of the vehicle, pull up on the locked in the trunk by safeguarding auxiliary catch lever and lift the hood. 1. Pull the hood lock release lever. Before closing the hood, check to see that The hood will spring up slightly.
Theft deterrent system Be careful not to use the key or wireless remote control transmitter when opening any door. This will cancel the system. 4. After making sure the indicator light starts flashing, you may leave the vehicle. The system will automatically be set after the preparation time passes.
If the system does not work properly, have when the time comes. The doors, trunk Interrupting the setting it checked by your Toyota dealer. and hood may be opened without a key or With the system set, the trunk can be wireless remote control transmitter.
The indicator lamp goes off after driving could cause injury by spraying several times. If the indicator lamp does out of the filler neck if the cap is suddenly removed. not go off, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.
Electric moon roof To operate the moon roof, use the CAUTION switches beside the interior light. The moon roof works when the ignition To avoid serious personal injury, you switch is in the “ON” position. However, if must do the following. all the doors are closed, it works for 60 S While the vehicle is moving, always seconds even after the ignition switch is...
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 AND upright, sit well back in the seat and prop- panel controls are within easy reach of the erly wear the seat belts provided.
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—Adjusting front seats —Adjusting front seats (manual seat) (power seat) 1. SEAT POSITION ADJUSTING LEVER Pull the lever up. Then slide the seat to the desired position with slight body pressure and release the lever. 2. SEATBACK ANGLE ADJUSTING LEVER Lean forward and pull the lever up.
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1. SEAT POSITION AND SEAT CUSH- 3. DRIVER’S SEAT LUMBAR SUP- ION ANGLE ADJUSTING SWITCH PORT ADJUSTING LEVER Move the control switch in the desired Pull the lever forward until you have direction. reached your desired position. To re- duce the lumbar support, pull the lever Releasing the switch will stop the seat at back toward its original position.
Head restraints Seat heaters CAUTION S Adjust the top of the head restraint so that it is closest to the top of your ears. S After adjusting the head restraint, make sure it is locked in position. S Do not drive with the head re- straints removed.
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Seat belts- —Seat belt precautions To turn on the seat heater, push the Toyota recommends that the driver and CAUTION passengers in the vehicle be properly re- switch. strained at all times with the seat belts The key must be in the “ON” position.
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Seat belts— —Seat belt precautions To turn on the seat heater, push the Toyota recommends that the driver and CAUTION passengers in the vehicle be properly re- switch. strained at all times with the seat belts The key must be in the “ON” position.
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—Front and rear seat belts (3-point type) S Keep the belts clean and dry. If they need cleaning, use a mild soap solution or lukewarm water. Never use bleach, dye, or abrasive clean- ers—they may severely weaken the belts. S Replace the belt assembly (includ- ing bolts) if it has been used in a se- vere impact.
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After adjustment make sure the anchor is buckle. S If the seat belt does not function locked in position. normally, immediately contact your Toyota dealer.
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—Front center seat belt (2-point type) Adjust the position of the lap and To release the belt, press the buckle- Sit up straight and well back in the shoulder belts release button and allow the belt to re- seat. To fasten your belt, insert the tab tract.
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S If the seat belt does not function normally, immediately contact your Toyota dealer. Remove excess length of the belt and To release the belt, press the buckle- adjust the belt position. release button. To shorten the belt, pull the free end of the belt.
If your seat belt cannot be fastened se- curely because it is not long enough, a personalized seatbelt extender is avail- able from your Toyota dealer free of charge. Please contact your local Toyota dealer so that the dealer can order the proper re- quired length for the extender.
S If the seat belt does not function normally, immediately contact your Toyota dealer. The SRS (Supplemental Restraint Sys- tem) airbags are designed to provide further protection to occupants in the following seats when added to the pri- mary protection provided by the seat belts.
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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).
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In a severe frontal impact, sensors detect deceleration and the system triggers the airbag inflators. Then a chemical reaction in the inflators momentarily fills the air- bags with non-toxic nitrogen gas to help restrain the forward motion of the occu- pants.
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A crash severe enough to inflate the air- bags may break the windshield as the ve- hicle buckles. In vehicles with a passen- ger airbag the windshield may also be damaged by absorbing some of the force of the inflating airbag. CAUTION S The SRS airbag system is designed only as a supplement to the prima-...
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S Do not allow a child to stand up, or S Do not put objects on or in front of S Do not sit on the edge of the seat or to kneel on the front passenger the dashboard or steering wheel lean over the dashboard when the seat.
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NOTICE Do not perform any of the following changes without consulting your Toyota dealer. Such changes can interfere with proper operation of the SRS airbag system in some cases. z Installation of electronic items such as a mobile two-way radio,...
Child restraint— —Child restraint precautions —Child restraint system Toyota strongly urges the use of child A child restraint system for a small Your vehicle has anchors for securing the top strap of a child restraint system. The restraint systems for children small...
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S If your driving position is not satis- from properly latching the tab and factory, install the child restraint buckle. system at another position. S If the seat belt does not function normally, immediately contact your Toyota dealer.
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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.
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5. To remove the child restraint system, (B) TOP STRAP ANCHORS AND LOCA- CAUTION press the buckle-release button and al- TIONS low the belt to retract. Unhook the top On the filler panel behind the rear seat strap. Make sure the seat belt is securely a.
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To comply with Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standards, vehicles sold in Cana- da are provided with a bracket set in the glovebox, designed for use with any of the 3 anchor locations shown in the illustra- tion. (C)INSTALLATION ON FRONT SEAT S When using a forward-facing child OUTSIDE restraint system, move the seat as...
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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.
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4. To remove the child restraint system, (D) INSTALLATION ON FRONT SEAT CAUTION press the buckle-release button and al- CENTER low the belt to retract. Do not use a child restraint system which Make sure the seat belt is securely requires use of a top strap in the front locked.
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S If the seat belt does not function tion of the passenger airbag may normally, immediately contact cause severe injury to the child. your Toyota dealer.
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2. To hold the child restraint system se- 3. To remove the child restraint system, CAUTION curely, tighten the belt by pulling its free press the buckle-release button and un- end while firmly pushing down the child re- hook the top strap. straint system.
—Power rear view mirror Tilt steering wheel Outside rear view mirrors— control To change the steering wheel angle, Adjust the mirror so you can see the Type A hold the steering wheel, pull up the side of your vehicle in the mirror. lock release lever, tilt the steering Be careful when judging the size or dis- wheel to the desired angle and release...
Anti- glare inside rear view mirror Vanity mirrors To adjust a mirror, use the switches. 1. Master switch—To select the mirror to be adjusted Place the switch at “L” (left) or “R” (right). 2. Control switch—To move the mirror Push the switch in the desired direction. If the engine is not running, the key must be in the “ACC”...
If you feel that the automatic light control Position 2—Headlights and all of the Front personal lights comes into operation too early or too late, above have the sensor adjusted by your Toyota Rear personal lights Position 3 (“AUTO”)—Headlights and/or all dealer. Ignition switch 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. Daytime running light system (Canada only) The headlights turn on when the parking brake is released with the engine started, even with the light switch in the “OFF”...
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Headlights and turn signals (without automatic light control system) NOTICE To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not leave the lights on for a long period when the engine is not running. Daytime running light system (Canada only) The headlights turn on when the parking brake is released with the engine started, even with the light switch in the “OFF”...
Emergency flashers NOTICE To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not leave the switch on longer than necessary when the engine is not running. TURN SIGNAL To turn on the emergency flashers, push the switch. To signal a turn, push the headlight/ All the turn signal lights will flash.
Instrument panel light control Interior light To adjust the brightness of the instru- Type A Type C ment panel lights, turn the dial. To turn on the interior light, slide the switch. The interior light switch has the following positions: “ON”—Keeps the light on all the time.
Front personal lights Rear personal lights To turn on the front personal lights, push the switch. To turn the lights off, push the switch once again. With moon roof To turn on the rear personal light, push the switch. To turn the light off, push the switch once again.
Ignition switch light Windshield wipers and washer To squirt washer fluid, push the button at the end of the lever. If the windshield wipers are off, they will operate a couple of times after the washer squirts. For instructions on adding washer fluid, see “Adding washer fluid”...
Headlight cleaner Rear window defogger Make sure you turn the defoggers off when the surfaces are clear. Leaving the defoggers on for a long time could cause the battery to discharge, especially during stop-and-go driving. The defoggers are not designed for drying rain water or for melting snow.
Part 1 Fuel gauge OPERATION OF The indicator lamp goes off after driving several times. If the indicator lamp does INSTRUMENTS AND not go off, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. CONTROLS— Chapter 1-5 Gauges, Meters and Service reminder...
Engine coolant temperature gauge Tachometer NOTICE z Do not remove the thermostat in the engine cooling system as this may cause the engine to overheat. The thermostat is designed to control the flow of coolant to keep the temperature of the engine within the specified operating range.
Odometer and trip meter Thermometer The thermometer indicates the out- side air temperatures with the ignition key at the “ON” position. When the tail lights are turned on, the brightness of the display will be reduced. These meters show the running dis- Type A tance.
Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers (a) Brake System Warning Light This light has the following functions: Parking brake reminder If this light is on, make sure the parking brake is fully released. The light should go off. Low brake fluid level warning If this light comes on and stays on while you are driving, slowdown and pull off the road.
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Toyota dealer. c. There is a problem somewhere in your stop the engine immediately. Call a Toyota engine or automatic transmission electri- (b) Seat Belt Reminder Light and Buzzer dealer or qualified repair shop for assis- cal system.
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Have it checked S The light comes on while driving. If this light comes on when the headlight by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. (k) Key Reminder Buzzer switch is turned on (at the position 1 or...
Ignition switch with steering Part 1 lock OPERATION OF You must push in the key to turn the key from “ACC” to the “LOCK” position. On INSTRUMENTS AND vehicles with an automatic transmission, the selector lever must be put in the “P” CONTROLS—...
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Automatic transmission "Floor shift type 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”...
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"Column shift type 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”...
Your automatic transmission has a shift 3. Release the parking brake and brake MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE SPEEDS lock system to minimize the possibility of pedal. Depress the accelerator pedal “2” ... . 126 km/h (77 mph) incorrect operation.
To set the “PWR” mode, push in the driving pattern selector button. The tain engine braking efficiency, do not Type B “PWR” mode indicator light comes on. use overdrive. For ordinary driving, Toyota recommends using the “NORM” mode to improve fuel economy.
Cruise control When parking, firmly apply the park- The cruise control allows you to cruise ing brake to avoid inadvertent creep- the vehicle at a desired speed over 40 ing. km/h (25 mph) even with your foot off the accelerator pedal. To set: Fully depress the pedal.
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“SET/COAST” with the cruise control on, engine braking your vehicle checked by your Toyota deal- direction and release it. This sets the ve- will not be applied because the cruise con- er at the earliest opportunity.
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S The indicator light does not come on. S The indicator light flashes again. S The indicator light goes out after it comes on. If this is the case, contact your Toyota dealer and have your vehicle inspected.
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Car audio system— Part 1 —Reference OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS— Chapter 1-7 Car audio system and Air conditioning system Type 1-1: AM FM ETR radio/cassette Type 1-3: AM FM ETR radio/cassette player player Car audio system Reference Using your audio system: some basics Using your audio system: controls and features...
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This section describes some of the basic TONE AND BALANCE YOUR RADIO ANTENNA features on Toyota audio systems. Some For details about your system’s tone and To lower a power antenna, turn off the au- information may not pertain to your sys- balance controls, see the description of dio system by pushing “PWR/VOL”, or...
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YOUR COMPACT DISC PLAYER Your compact disc player has an automat- ic changer which stores up to 12 discs. To insert discs in the automatic changer, see “CD (Compact Disc) Auto changer”. The compact disc player will play from track 1 through to the end of the disc.
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—Using your audio system: controls and features "Type 1-1 Details of specific buttons, controls, and features are described in the alphabetical listing that follows.
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" Type 1-2 Details of specific buttons, controls and features are described in the alphabetical listing that follows.
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" Type 1-3 Details of specific buttons, controls and features are described in the alphabetical listing that follows.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 (Preset buttons) APS (Automatic program selection) (Eject button) These buttons are used to preset and Type 1-3 only Types 1-2 and 1-3 tune in radio stations. The automatic program selection (APS) Push this button to eject a cassette. To preset a station to a button: Tune in the feature allows you to program your cas- After you turn the ignition to “LOCK”, you...
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Finally, push “REW” or “FF” to choose the BASS Dolby C NR* direction you want to skip. The player will This knob lets you adjust the bass level. Types 1-2 and 1-3 rewind or fast forward the selected num- Push “BASS/TREB” so that it pops out of If you are listening to a tape that was re- ber of tracks and play.
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FADE VOL (Power Volume) M (Radio monitor) This knob lets you adjust the balance be- Type 1-1 only Type 1-3 only tween the front and rear speakers. The radio monitor feature allows you to Push “PWR VOL” to turn the audio sys- listen to the radio while a cassette is being Type 1-1—Push “BAL/FADE”...
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SCAN Cassette Player ST (Stereo reception) display Types 1-2 and 1-3 The cassette player scan feature is similar Your radio automatically changes to ste- to the radio scan feature and uses the reo reception when a stereo broadcast is Radio same button.
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TUNE/SEEK (type 1-1) TUNE (types 1-2 and 1-3) Tuning Your Toyota has an electronic tuning radio (ETR). Push and release the “ ” (up) or “ ” (down) side of “TUNE/SEEK” or “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.
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" Type 2 Button display for radio/cassette tape player/compact disc player...
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Your audio system shows three different 1 2 3 4 5 6 (Preset buttons) lAA/""l (Track down/up button) button displays that change in accor- These buttons are used to preset and By using this button, you can skip up or dance with the audio mode you have se- tune in radio stations.
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S After the beginning of the tape is If a tape side rewinds completely, the ca- BAL (Balance) sette player will stop and then play that reached, the player will automatically This knob lets you adjust the balance be- same side. If a tape fast forwards com- start playing the same side.
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DISC EQ (Equalizer) By using this button, you can select a disc Your audio system can store five different you wish to listen to. EQ settings in its memory so that you will not need to readjust in every time you lis- Push either side of the button until the ten to a different program.
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To cancel all of the changed EQ settings: PROG (Program) M (Radio monitor) Push and hold in “EQ” until you hear a Push “PROG” to select the other side of The radio monitor feature allows you to third beep. a cassette tape. The display indicates listen to the radio while a cassette is being FADE which side is currently selected ( “...
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SCAN Compact disc player ST (Stereo reception) display Your radio automatically changes to ste- The compact disc player scan feature is Radio reo reception when a stereo broadcast is similar to the radio scan feature. You can either scan all the frequencies on received.
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The compact disc player has an automat- ic changer which stores up to 12 discs. To Tuning operate the compact disc player, put the Your Toyota has an electronic tuning radio compact discs into the magazine and set (ETR). the magazine in the player.
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2. Take out the magazine from the auto- 3. While pressing the lock release button 4. Place a disc on the tray with its label matic changer. on the magazine, draw out a tray. face up, and insert the tray into the slot. The magazine can store 12 discs of 12 cm (4.7 in.).
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“1- 9”—Indicates the number of er- rors you have made. You may make up to nine errors, but no more! z “HELP”—The number of errors you can make was exceeded. The audio system is completely inoperable. Contact your Toyota dealer.
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2. While you are holding in the “ ” side of 3. Input the three-digit code. 4. The three-digit code should be on the “TUNE”, push “1”. display. You have 10 seconds to enter each digit. The display will read “- - -”. Push and hold in “SCAN”...
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(not in your 2. While you are holding in the “ ” side of Changing the security code Toyota). “TUNE” push “1”. 1. Turn off the audio system. The display will read “- - -”.
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3. Input the existing three-digit code. 4. The three-digit code should be on the 6. The new three-digit code should be on display. the display. You have 10 seconds to enter each digit. Push “SCAN”. Push and hold in “SCAN” until the display For example, “209”: goes dark.
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On some models, “B” and “Y” will also system will completely Simultaneously push and hold in “1”, “6”, turn on. inoperable. this time, and “PWR/VOL” until “SEC” appears on anti-theft light also comes on. If this the display. occurs, contact your Toyota dealer.
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If this Push “SCAN”. For example, “209”: occurs, contact your Toyota dealer. The display will read “- - -”. To set the first digit: Push “1” until the digit you want appears on the display.
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3. Input the existing three-digit code. 4. The three-digit code should be on the Reactivating a disabled audio system display. You have 10 seconds to enter each digit. 1. Turn the ignition switch to “ACC”. Push and hold in “SCAN” until the display For example, “209”: 2.
For example, nearby buildings and terrain can interfere with FM reception. Power occurs, contact your Toyota dealer. Station swapping—If the FM signal you lines or telephone wires can interfere with are listening to is interrupted or weak- ened, and there is another strong station AM signals.
Use high-quality cassettes. S Low-quality cassette tapes can cause Fading—AM broadcasts are reflected by the upper atmosphere—especially at many problems, including poor sound, night. These reflected signals can inter- inconsistent playing speed, fere with those received directly from the constant auto-reversing. They can radio station, causing the radio station to also get stuck or tangled in the cas- sound alternately strong and weak.
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S Handle compact discs carefully, espe- cially when you are inserting them. Hold them on the edge and do not bend them. Avoid getting fingerprints on them, particularly on the shiny side. S Dirt, scrapes, warping, pin holes, or other disc damage could cause the player to skip or to repeat a section of a track.
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Air conditioning system— —Controls "Type 1: Manual air conditioning controls 1. Fan Speed Selector 2. Temperature Selector 3. Air Flow Selector 4. Air Intake Selector 5. “A/C” Button...
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"Type 2: Automatic air conditioning controls 1. “AUTO” Button 2. Fan Speed Selector 3. Temperature Selector 4. Air Flow Selector 5. Air Intake Selector 6. “A/C” Button...
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“AUTO” button (type 2 only) 4. Floor/Windshield —Air flows mainly from the floor vents and windshield vents. For automatic operation of the air condi- 5. Windshield—Air flows mainly from tioning, press the “AUTO” button. An indi- the windshield vents. cator light will illuminate to show that the automatic operation mode has been se- For details about air flow selector settings, lected.
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If this happens, take your ve- hicle to a Toyota dealer for service. Air intake selector Press the button to select the air source. 1. Recirculate—Recirculates the air in- side the vehicle.
—Operating tips S To cool off your Toyota after it has been Heating Air conditioning parked in the hot sun, drive with the For best results, set controls to: For best results, set controls to: windows open for a few minutes. This For automatic operation—...
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Ventilation Defogging and defrosting The outside of the windshield For best results, set controls to: For best results, set controls to: The inside of the windshield For automatic operation— For automatic operation— For best results, set controls to: Press in the “AUTO” button. For automatic operation—...
—Instrument panel vents If air flow control is not satisfactory, check the instrument panel vents. The instru- ment panel vents may be opened or closed as shown. Side vents Lower vent...
Part 1 Clock OPERATION OF Once the electrical power source has been disconnected from the clock, the INSTRUMENTS AND time is automatically set to 1:00 (one o’clock). CONTROLS— When the instrument panel lights are turned on, the brightness of the time indi- cation will be reduced.
”ACC” position. Do not hold the cigarette lighter pressed CAUTION Use a Toyota genuine cigarette lighter or To reduce the chance of injury in equivalent for replacement. case of an accident or a sudden stop, always keep the glovebox...
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Cup holder Cup holder Miscellany box (with separate front seat) (with bench front seat) To open the miscellany box, press on The cup holder is designed for holding the knob and pull out the box lid. cups or drink-cans fit snugly in its holes.
Floor mat The cup holder is designed for holding cups or drink-cans fit snugly in its holes. To use the cup holder, open the armrest lid, pull out the cup holder. Then close the armrest lid. CAUTION S Do not leave the armrest lid open especially when the cup holder holds a scalding hot drink.
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).
If your engine knocks... GASOLINES CONTAINING ALCOHOL If you detect heavy knocking even when If you use gasohol in your Toyota, be using the recommended fuel, or if you sure that it is unleaded, has an octane hear steady knocking while holding a...
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.
S Do not remain for a long time in a quired by the Toyota Maintenance open and the trunk lid closed. parked vehicle with the engine Schedule. For scheduled mainte- Have the cause immediately lo- running.
It is normal that an engine should con- Toyota recommends that the oil level be A new engine consumes more oil, since sume some engine oil during normal checked every time you refuel the vehicle.
Twin ground electrode spark plugs Brake system TANDEM MASTER CYLINDER BRAKE CAUTION SYSTEM The tandem master cylinder brake sys- S Do not pump the brake pedal if the tem is a hydraulic system with two sepa- engine stalls. Each push on the rate sub-systems.
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM The brake pedal pulsation caused by the anti-lock brake system may indicate haz- (with “ABS” warning light) ardous road surface conditions. Although The anti-lock brake system is designed to the anti-lock brake system assists in pro- prevent lock-up of the wheels during sud- viding vehicle control, it is still important to den braking or braking on slippery road drive with all due care, because the anti-...
Have your vehicle checked by panel behind the rear seatback. when the brake pads are worn to your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. Such items may be thrown about where replacement is required. and possibly injure people in the...
This number is on the left top of the instrument panel, and can be seen through the windshield from outside. This is the primary identification number for your Toyota. It is used in registering the ownership of your vehicle.
Theft prevention labels (except for Canada) Suspension and chassis Types of tires Your new vehicle carries theft preven- Make sure 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.
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CAUTION S Do not mix summer and all season tires on your vehicle as this can cause dangerous handling charac- teristics, resulting in loss of control. S Do not use tires other than the manufacturer’s designated tires, and never mix tires or wheels of the sizes different from the originals.
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.
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NOTICE they still do not work safely, pull to the z Do not crank for more than 15 sec- side of the road and call a Toyota deal- onds at a time. This may overheat er for assistance. the starter and wiring systems.
If you are not sure about could cause the vehicle to spin or which oil to use, call your Toyota dealer— skid. he will be pleased to help. Keep the door locks from freezing. Squirt lock de-icer or glycerine into the locks to keep them from freezing.
This product is available at your Toyota dling, performance, braking, durability dealer and most auto parts stores. Follow Some of the things you might put in the ve- and driving economy (fuel consumption, the manufacturer’s directions for how...
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Lubricate the hitch ball with a light coat of grease. S Toyota recommends removing the trailer hitch whenever you are not tow- ing a trailer to reduce the possibility of...
S Make sure the trailer cargo is securely BREAK-IN SCHEDULE 453 kg (1000 lb.), trailer brakes are S Toyota recommends that you do not loaded so that it can not shift. required. S Check that your rear view mirrors con- tow a trailer with a new vehicle or a ve- S Never tap into your vehicle’s hy-...
S Because stopping distance may be in- S Crosswinds and rough roads will ad- TRAILER TOWING TIPS creased, vehicle-to-vehicle distance versely affect handling of your vehicle When towing a trailer, your vehicle will should be increased when towing a and trailer, causing sway. Pay attention handle differently than when not tow- trailer.
How to save fuel and make your vehicle last longer, too S Always place wheel blocks under both Getting more kilometers/mileage from a li- CAUTION ter/gallon of fuel is easy—just take it easy. the vehicle and trailer wheels when It will help make your vehicle last longer, parking.
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S Avoid continuous speeding up and S Keep the bottom of your vehicle slowing down. Stop-and-go driving free from mud, etc. This not only wastes fuel. lessens weight but also helps prevent S Avoid unnecessary stopping and corrosion. S Keep your vehicle tuned-up and in braking.
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. If you lose your wireless remote...
If the engine still will not start, it needs ad- S Batteries contain sulfuric acid from the booster and discharged batter- justment or repair. Call a Toyota dealer or ies. Lay a cloth over the open vents on the which is poisonous and corro- qualified repair shop for assistance.
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c. Connect the clamp of the negative 4. Make the cable connection in the order Do not connect it to or near any part that (black) cable to the negative (-) terminal moves when the engine is cranked. a, b, c, d. on the booster battery.
If your engine stalls while If your vehicle overheats driving 5. Start your engine in the normal way. If your engine stalls while driving If your engine coolant temperature After starting, run it at about 2000 rpm for gauge indicates overheating, if you 1.
2. Stop the engine and turn on your emer- 4. If the coolant is leaking, stop the en- gency flashers. gine immediately. Call a Toyota dealer for 3. Firmly set the parking brake and put assistance. the transmission in “P”.
—Required tools and spare tire 1. Get the required tools and spare Turn the jack joint by hand. To remove the spare tire: tire. To remove: turn the joint in the direction 1 1. Loosen the nut and remove it. 1 Tool bag until the jack is free.
—Blocking the wheel —Removing wheel ornament 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 off the ornament by hand. Take due care in handling the ornament to avoid unexpected per- sonal injury.
—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.
—Changing wheels —Reinstalling wheel nuts 7. Remove the wheel nuts and change 8. Reinstall all the wheel nuts finger Before putting on wheels, remove any 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.
—Lowering your vehicle —Reinstalling wheel ornament 10. Reinstall the wheel ornament. 1. Put the wheel ornament into position. On some models, align the cutout of the wheel ornament with the valve stem as shown. 2. Then tap it firmly with the side or heel of your hand to snap it into place.
11. Check the air pressure of the If towing is necessary, we recommend replaced tire. you have it done by your Toyota dealer Adjust the air pressure to the specification or a commercial tow truck service. designated in Part 8. If the pressure is...
—Emergency towing (b) Towing with wheel lift type truck From front—Release the parking brake. From rear—Use a towing dolly under the front wheels. NOTICE Never tow from the rear with the front wheels on the ground, as this may cause serious damage to the transmission.
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2. Pry up the cover with a flat-bladed Be sure to have the system checked by steering will not work so steering screwdriver or equivalent. your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. and braking will be much harder than usual.
If you cannot shift automatic transmission selector lever (column shift) 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 you lose your wireless remote control transmitter If you lose your transmitter, you can purchase a new one at your Toyota dealer. You can use the wireless remote control system with the new transmitter. Contact your Toyota dealer for detailed informa-...
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.
After allowing it to soak in for a few mended to maintain the original minutes to loosen the dirt, remove the dirt beauty of your Toyota’s finish. and wipe off the soap with a clean damp 1. Always wash and dry the vehicle be- cloth.
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Carpets Windows z If you use a liquid car freshener, Use a good foam-type shampoo to The windows may be cleaned with any do not spill the liquid onto the ve- hicle’s interior surfaces. It may clean the carpets. household window cleaner. contain the ingredients men- Begin by vacuuming thoroughly to re-...
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Improper cleaning of the leather upholstery could result in discol- oration or staining. If you have any questions about the cleaning of your Toyota, your local To- yota dealer will be pleased to answer them.
These checks or inspections can be done establishment or individual without either by yourself or a qualified technician, or if you prefer, your Toyota dealer will be invalidating this warranty. See Own- pleased to do them at a nominal cost.
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 that rather than while they are working on it.
Tire surface and wheel nuts Lights Brake pedal Check the tires carefully for cuts, damage Make sure the headlights, stop lights, tail Check the pedal for smooth operation and lights, turn signal lights, and other lights or excessive wear. See Chapter 7-2 for that the pedal has the proper clearance.
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 Make sure the coolant level is between dicate service is needed. Some important possible.
Part 7 DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE— Chapter 7-1 Introduction Engine compartment overview Fuse locations Do-it-yourself service precautions Parts and tools...
Performing do-it-yourself maintenance watches, and ties is advisable.) during the warranty period may affect S Right after driving, the engine your warranty coverage. Read the sepa- compartment—the engine, radia- rate Toyota Warranty statement for details tor, exhaust manifold, power and suggestions.
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z Be careful not to scratch the glass NOTICE S Be sure that the ignition is off if surface with the wiper frame. you work near the electric cooling z Remember that battery and igni- z When closing the engine hood, fans or radiator grille.
Parts (if level is low): Parts (if replacement is necessary): tenance. Remember all Toyota parts are S Automatic transmission fluid DEX- S Fuse with same amperage rating as designed in metric sizes, so your tools must be metric.
Part 7 Checking the engine oil level DO-IT-YOURSELF CAUTION MAINTENANCE— Be careful not to touch the hot exhaust manifold. Chapter 7-2 If the oil level is below or only slightly above the low level line, add engine oil Engine and Chassis of the same type as already in the en- gine.
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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.
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.
Checking power steering fluid If the level is low, add SAE J1703 or Clean all dirt from outside of the reservoir tank and look at the fluid level. If the fluid FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 brake fluid to the is cold, the level should be in the “COLD”...
If a tire frequently needs refilling, have it checked by your Toyota dealer. Keep your tire pressures at the proper The following instructions for check- level.
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.
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Use the tire chains of correct size and size, construction and load capacity type. as the original tires on your Toyota. Use SAE Class “S” type radial tire chains Do not use tires other than those men- except radial cable chains or V-bar type tioned above.
When replacing wheels, care should S Avoid sharp turns or locked-wheel S Use only the Toyota wheel nuts and be taken to ensure that the wheels are braking, as use of chains may ad- wrench designed for your aluminum replaced by ones with the same load versely affect vehicle handling.
Checking battery condition— Part 7 —Precautions DO-IT-YOURSELF S If electrolyte gets on your clothes, CAUTION there is a possibility of its soaking MAINTENANCE— through to your skin, so immedi- BATTERY PRECAUTIONS ately take off the exposed clothing and follow the procedure above, if The battery produces flammable necessary.
—Checking battery exterior —Checking battery fluid There are two types of batteries: NOTICE maintenance type and non-mainte- z Be sure the engine and all acces- nance 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...
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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.
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.
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.
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 manufacturer’s directions for how much gas inside and require special han- to mix with water.
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—Headlights Light bulbs Bulb No. Type Stop and tail lights 1157 27/8 Back-up lights 1156 License plate lights High mounted stop light Interior light — Front personal lights — Rear personal lights — Glovebox light — Door courtesy lights Trunk light —...
—Parking lights 3. Install a new bulb and the connec- Use a Phillips-head screwdriver. tor into the mounting hole. Aiming is not necessary after replacing the bulb. When aiming adjustment is nec- essary, contact your Toyota dealer.
—Front turn signal lights —Front side marker lights Remove the front side marker unit. Use a Phillips-head screwdriver. Use a Phillips-head screwdriver.
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—Rear turn signal, stop and tail, and back-up lights a: Rear turn signal light b: Stop and tail light c: Back-up light...
Part 8 Dimensions and weight SPECIFICATIONS Overall length mm (in.) 4830 (190.1) Overall width mm (in.) 1785 (70.2) Overall height mm (in.) 1425 (56.1)* Dimensions and weight 1440 (56.7)* Engine Wheelbase mm (in.) 2720 (107.0) Fuel Front tread mm (in.) 1550 (61.0) Service specifications...
Engine Fuel Service specifications Model: Fuel type: ENGINE 1MZ-FE Unleaded gasoline, Research Oc- Valve clearance (engine cold), mm (in.): tane Number 91 (Octane Rating 87) Type: Intake 0.15 0.25 (0.006 0.010) or higher. For improved vehicle per- 6 cylinder V type 4 cycle, gasoline Exhaust 0.25 0.35 (0.010 0.014) formance, the use of premium Bore and stroke, mm (in.):...
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35. HEATER 10 A: Air conditioning con- trol system, rear window defogger, starter system 36. STARTER 5 A: Starter system 37. A.C 10 A: Air conditioning control system Fuses (type B) 38. MAIN 40 A: “HEAD (LH)”, “HEAD HI (LH)”, “HEAD (RH)” and “HEAD HI (RH)” fuses 39.
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However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.
A tire marked C may have poor trac- failure. quality grading. tion performance. Your Toyota dealer will help answer any Warning: The traction grade assigned to questions you may have as you read this this tire is based on braking (straight information.
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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.
New vehicle warranty Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Toyota Your new vehicle is covered by the following Toyota limited warranties: A wide variety of non genuine spare parts and acces- S New vehicle warranty sories for Toyota vehicles are currently available in S Emission control systems warranty the market.
The SRS airbag devices in your Toyota contain explo- sive chemicals. If the vehicle is scrapped with the air- The spark ignition system of your Toyota meets all re- bags left as they are, it may cause an accident such quirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing as a fire.
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Quick index D If a service reminder indicator or warning buzzer comes on ..D If your vehicle will not start ........D If your engine stalls while driving .
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