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INTRODUCTION
CAUTION
D When the engine is running, keep hands, clothing,
and tools away from the moving fan and engine drive
belt.
(Removing rings, watches, and ties is
advisable.)
D Right after driving, the engine compartment − the
engine, radiator and exhaust manifold, etc. − will be
hot. So be careful not to touch them. Oil and other
fluids may also be hot.
D Do not leave anything that may burn easily, such as
paper or rags, in the engine compartment.
D Do not smoke, cause sparks or allow open flames
around fuel or the battery.
flammable.
D Do not get under your vehicle with just the body jack
supporting it. Always use automotive jack stands or
other solid supports.
D Be sure the engine switch is off if you work near the
electric cooling fan or radiator grille. With the engine
switch on, the electric cooling fan may automatically
start to run if the air conditioning is on and/or if the
coolant temperature is high.
D Use eye protection whenever you work on or under
your vehicle where you may be exposed to flying or
falling material, fluid spray, etc.
D Be extremely cautious when working on the battery.
It contains poisonous and corrosive sulfuric acid.
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D Remember that battery and ignition cables carry high
currents or voltages.
causing a short circuit.
D Add only "Toyota Super Long Life Coolant" or similar
high quality ethylene glycol based non−silicate,
non−amine, non−nitrite, and non−borate coolant with
long−life hybrid organic acid technology to fill the
radiator.
mixture of 50% coolant and 50% deionized water (for
the U.S.A.) or 55% coolant and 45% deionized water
(for Canada).
D If you spill some of the coolant, be sure to wash it off
Their fumes are
with water to prevent it from damaging the parts or
paint.
D Before closing the engine hood, check to see that you
have not forgotten any tools, rags, etc.
D Do not drive with the air cleaner removed, or
excessive engine wear could result. Also backfiring
could cause a fire in the engine compartment.
D Be careful not to scratch the glass surface with the
wiper frame.
NOTICE
Be careful of accidentally
"Toyota Super Long Life Coolant" is a

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