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Precautions for turning off an
engine with turbocharger
(diesel engine)
After high-speed or extended driving, etc.,
requiring a heavy engine load, the engine
should be allowed to idle, as shown in the
chart, before turning it off.
Driving condition and required idling
time
Normal city driving
Idling time-Not necessary
High-speed driving
About 80 km/h (50 mph)
Idling time-About 20 seconds
About 100 km/h (62 mph)
Idling time-About 1 minute
Steep mountain slopes or continued
driving above 100 km/h (62 mph)
Idling time-About 2 minutes
NOTICE
Do not turn the engine off immediate-
ly after
a
heavy load has been placed
on the engine in order to prevent en-
gine damage.
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Pre-trip safety check
It is a good idea to do a safety check
before starting out on a trip. A few min-
utes of checking can help ensure safe and
pleasant driving. Just a basic familiarity
with your vehicle is required and a careful
eye! Or, if you would like, your Toyota
dealer will be pleased to make this check
for you at a nominal cost.
&
CAUTION
If you make this check in an enclosed
garage, make sure there is adequate
ventilation. Engine exhaust is poison-
ous.
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
Outside the vehicle
Tires (spare included). Check the pres-
sure with a gauge and look carefully for
cuts, damage, or excessive wear.
Wheel nuts. Make sure no nuts are miss-
ing or loose.
Fluid leaks. After the vehicle has been
parked for a while, check underneath for
leaking fuel, oil, water, or fluid. (Water
dripping from the air conditioning after use
is norma!.)
Lights. Make sure the headlights, stop
lights, tail lights, turn signals and other
lights are all working. Check the headlight
aim.
Inside the vehicle
Jack and wheel nut wrench. Make sure
you have your jack and wheel nut wrench.
Seat belts. Check that the buckles lock
securely. Make sure the belts are not
worn or frayed.
Instruments
and
controls.
Especially
make sure the service reminder indicators,
instrument lights, and defroster are work-
ing.
Brakes. Make sure the pedal has enough
clearance.
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