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distances independently driven since the last time each trip meter was set to zero. You can use one trip meter to calculate the to measure the distance on each trip. All trip meter data is cancelled if the elec- trical power source is disconnected.

fuel economy and

the other

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Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers

If the indicator or buzzer comes on...

Do this.

or

If parking brake is off, stop immediately and contact Toyota dealer.

(indicator and buzzer)

Fasten driver’s seat belt.

Fasten front outside passenger’s seat belt.

Stop and check.

Stop and check.

Take vehicle to Toyota dealer.

Fill up tank.

(a)

(b)

(c)

(d)

(e)

(f)

(g)

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If the indicator or buzzer comes on...

Do this.

(h)

(i)

(j)

(k)

(l)

(m)

(n)

or

Take vehicle to Toyota dealer. If brake system warning light is also on, stop immediately and contact Toyota dealer.

Close all doors.

Replace bulb.

Take vehicle to Toyota dealer immediately.

Take vehicle to Toyota dealer.

Add washer fluid.

Key reminder buzzer

Remove key.

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(a) Brake System Warning Light This light comes on in the following cases when the ignition key is in the “ON” posi- tion. D When the parking brake is applied... This light comes on for a few seconds when to the “ON” position even after the parking brake is released. D When the brake fluid level is low...

ignition key

turned

the

is

CAUTION

It is dangerous to continue driving normally when the brake fluid level is low.

Have your vehicle checked at your Toyota dealer in the following cases: D The light does not come on even if the parking brake is applied when the igni- tion key is in the “ON” position.

D The light does not come on even if the ignition key is turned on with the park- ing brake released.

A warning light turning on briefly during operation does not indicate a problem.

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CAUTION

(b) Driver’s Seat Belt Reminder Light

and Buzzer

If either of the following conditions occurs, immediately stop your vehicle at a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer. D The

light does not turn off even after the parking brake is released while the engine is running. In this case, the brakes may not work properly and your stopping distance will become longer. De- press the brake pedal firmly and bring the vehicle to an immediate stop.

D The brake system warning light re- mains on together with the “ABS” warning light. In this case, not only the anti−lock brake system will fail but also the vehicle will become extremely un- stable during braking.

to

remind you

light and buzzer

This buckle up the driver’s seat belt. Once the ignition key is turned to “ON” or “START”, the reminder light flashes and buzzer sounds if the driver’s seat belt is not fastened. Unless the driver fastens the belt, the light keep flashing and the buzz- er sounds for about 4 to 8 seconds. (c) Front Outside Passenger’s Seat Belt

Reminder Light

This light reminds you to buckle up the front outside passenger’s seat belt. Once the ignition key is turned to “ON” or “START”, the reminder light flashes if a passenger sits in the front outside passen- ger seat and does not fasten the seat belt. Unless the front outside passenger fastens the belt, the light stays on. This light reminds you to buckle up the front outside passenger’s seat belt. If luggage or other load is placed on the front outside passenger seat, depending on its weight and how it is placed on the seat, built−in sensors in the seat cushion may detect the pressure, causing the re- minder light to come on.

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(d) Discharge Warning Light This light warns that the battery is being discharged. If it comes on while you are driving, there is a problem somewhere in the charging system. The engine ignition will continue to oper- the battery ate, however, until is dis- charged. Turn off the air conditioning, blower, radio, etc., and drive directly to the nearest Toyota dealer or repair shop.

NOTICE

Do not continue driving if the engine drive belt is broken or loose.

(e) Low Engine Oil Pressure Warning

Light

This light warns that the engine oil pres- sure is too low. If it flickers or stays on while you are driving, pull off the road to a safe place and stop the engine immediately. Call a Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop for assistance.

light may occasionally

The flicker when the engine is idling or it may come on briefly after a hard stop. There is no cause for concern if it then goes out when the engine is accelerated slightly. The light may come on when the oil level is extremely is not designed to indicate low oil level, and the oil level must be checked using the level dipstick.

low. It

NOTICE

Do not drive the warning light on—even for one block. It may ruin the engine.

the vehicle with

(f) Malfunction Indicator Lamp This lamp comes on when the ignition key is turned to the “ON” position and goes off after the engine starts. This means that the warning light system is operating properly. If the lamp remains on, or the lamp comes on while driving, first check the followings. D Empty fuel tank

If the fuel tank is empty, refuel immedi- ately.

D Loose fuel tank cap

If the fuel tank cap is loose, securely tighten it.

These cases are temporary malfunctions. The malfunction indicator lamp will go off after taking several driving trips. If the lamp does not go off even after several trips, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. If the fuel tank is not empty or the fuel tank cap is not loose... D There is a problem somewhere in the engine, emission control system, auto- matic transmission electrical system or warning light system itself.

inspection

Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle. Emissions Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) programs Your vehicle may not pass a state emission the malfunction indicator lamp remains on. Contact your to check your vehicle’s Toyota dealer emission and OBD (On−Board Diagnostics) system before taking your vehicle for the inspection. For details, see “Emissions Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) programs” in Section 6.

system

control

if

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If either of the following conditions oc- curs, this indicates a malfunction some- where in the components monitored by the warning light system. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle. D The light does not come on when the ignition key is turned to the “ON” posi- tion, or remains on.

D The light comes on while you are driv-

ing.

A warning light turning on briefly during operation does not indicate a problem.

CAUTION

If the “ABS” warning light remains on together with the brake system warn- ing light, immediately stop your ve- hicle at a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer. In this case, not only the anti−lock brake system will fail but also the vehicle will become extremely unsta- ble during braking.

(i) Open Door Warning Light This light remains on until all the doors are completely closed. (j) Rear Light Failure Warning Light If this light comes on when the headlight switch is turned on, it indicates that one or more of the tail lights are burned out. If it comes on when the brake pedal is depressed, one or more stop lights are burned out. Have defective bulbs replaced as soon as possible. (k) SRS Warning Light This light will come on when the igni- tion key is turned to the “ON” position. After about 6 seconds, the light will go off. This means the system of the air- bags and front seat belt pretensioners are operating properly. This warning the airbag sensor assembly, front airbag sen- sors, side airbag sensors, driver’s seat position sensor, driver’s seat belt buckle switch, front seat belt pretensioner assem- blies, inflators, warning light, interconnect- ing wiring and power sources.

light system monitors

few seconds. Thereafter,

(g) Low Fuel Level Warning Light This light comes on when the fuel level in the tank becomes nearly empty. Fill up the tank as soon as possible. On inclines or curves, due to the move- ment of fuel in the tank, the low fuel level warning light may come on earlier than usual. (h) “ABS” Warning Light The light comes on when the ignition key is turned to the “ON” position. If the anti− lock brake system and the brake assist system work properly, the light turns off after a the system malfunctions, the light comes on again. When the “ABS” warning light is on (and the brake system warning light is off), the anti−lock brake system, the brake assist system, the traction control system and the vehicle stability control system do not operate, but the brake system still oper- ates conventionally. When the “ABS” warning light is on (and the brake system warning light is off), the anti−lock brake system does not operate so that the wheels could lock up during a sudden braking or braking on slippery road surfaces.

if

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If either of the following conditions occurs, this indicates a malfunction somewhere in the parts monitored by the warning light system. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle. D The light does not come on when the ignition key is turned to the “ON” posi- tion or remains on for more than 6
seconds or flashes.

D The light comes on or starts flashing

while driving.

(l) “VSC” Warning Light The light warns that there is a problem somewhere in the vehicle stability control system or traction control system. The light will come on when the ignition key is turned to “ON”, and will go off after about a few seconds. If the light comes on while driving, the vehicle stability control system and trac- tion control system do not work. However, as conventional braking operates when ap- plied, there is no problem to continue your driving.

In the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer: D The light does not come on after the

ignition is turned to on.

D The light is left on after the ignition is

turned to on.

D The light comes on while driving. The “TRAC OFF” indicator light will come on when the “VSC” warning light comes on even if the “TRAC OFF” switch is not pushed. (m) Low Windshield Washer Fluid Level

Warning Light

The light warns that the windshield washer fluid level is too low. Add washer fluid at your earliest opportunity. (For instructions, see “Adding washer fluid” in Section 7−3.) (n) Key Reminder Buzzer This buzzer reminds you to remove the key when you open the driver’s door with the ignition key in the “ACC” or “LOCK” position.

light

SERVICE

CHECKING REMINDER INDICATORS (except the low fuel level warning low windshield washer fluid level warning light) 1. Apply the parking brake. 2. Open one of the doors.

and

The open door warning come on.

light should

3. Close the door.

The open door warning light should go off.

4. Turn the ignition key to “ON”, but do

not start the engine. All the service reminder indicators ex- cept the open door warning light should come on. The “ABS” and “VSC” warn- ing lights, “TRAC OFF” and slip indica- tor lights go off after a few seconds. The SRS warning light goes off after about 6 seconds.

If any service reminder indicator or warn- ing buzzer does not function as described above, have it checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

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SECTION 1− 7

OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Ignition switch, Transmission and Parking brake Ignition switch with steering lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Automatic transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Traction control system Vehicle stability control system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Parking brake Cruise control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Ignition switch with steering lock

immobilizer system”

You must push in the key to turn the key from “ACC” to the “LOCK” position. The selector lever must be in the “P” position before pushing the key. Vehicles with engine immobilizer system— Once you remove the key, the engine im- mobilizer system is automatically set. (See “Engine in Section 1−2.) When starting the engine, the key may seem stuck at the “LOCK” position. To free it, first be sure the key is pushed all the way in, and then rock the steering wheel slightly while turning the key gently. If the automatic unlocking operation linked with the ignition switch is set, all doors are automatically unlocked when the igni- tion switch is turned from the “ON” posi- tion to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position. For details, see “—Automatic door locking and unlocking functions” in Section 1−2.

NOTICE

leave the key

Do not in the “ON” position if the engine is not running. The battery will discharge and the ignition could be damaged.

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“START”—Starter motor on. The key will return to the “ON” position when released. For starting tips, see Section 3. “ON”—Engine on and all accessories on. This is the normal driving position. “ACC”—Accessories such as the radio operate, but the engine is off. the “ACC” or If you “LOCK” position and open the driver’s door, a buzzer will remind you to remove the key. “LOCK”—Engine is off and the steering wheel is locked. The key can be re- moved only at this position.

the key

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Automatic transmission "Floor shift type

Lock release button To prevent misshifting

Selector lever

Overdrive switch

With the brake pedal depressed, shift while holding the lock release button in. (The ignition switch must be in “ON” position.)

Shift while holding the lock release button in.

Shift normally.

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Your automatic transmission has a shift lock system to minimize the possibility of incorrect operation. This means you can only shift out of “P” position when the brake pedal is depressed (with the ignition switch in “ON” position and the lock re- lease button depressed). (a) Selector lever The shift position is also displayed on the instrument cluster. P: Parking, engine starting and

key removal

R: Reverse N: Neutral D: Normal driving (with overdrive on) 2: Stronger engine braking L: Maximum engine braking

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releasing

the cruise control

When the cruise control is being used, even if you downshift the transmission by pushing and the overdrive switch, engine braking will not be enabled because is not can- celled. For ways to decrease the vehicle speed, see “Cruise control” in this Section. (c) Normal driving 1. Start the engine as instructed in “How to start the engine” in Section 3. The transmission must be in “P” or “N”.

2. With your foot holding down the brake

pedal, shift the selector lever to “D”.

When the lever is in the “D” position, the automatic transmission system will select the most suitable gear for running condi- tions such as normal cruising, hill climb- ing, hard towing, etc. Always turn the overdrive on for better fuel economy and quieter driving. If the engine coolant the transmission will not shift into the over- drive gear even with the overdrive on.

temperature

low,

is

CAUTION

Never put your foot on the accelera- tor pedal while shifting.

3. Release the parking brake and brake the accelerator pedal

pedal. Depress slowly for smooth starting.

If the automatic locking operation linked with the shift position is set, all doors are automatically locked when the selector le- ver is moved out of the “P” position after the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position and all the doors are closed. For details, see “—Automatic door locking and unlocking functions” in Section 1−2. (d) Using engine braking To use engine braking, you can downshift the transmission as follows: D Push the overdrive switch. The “O/D OFF” indicator light will come on and the transmission will downshift to third gear.

D Shift into the “2” position. The trans- mission will downshift to second gear when the vehicle speed drops down to or lower than 132 km/h (82 mph), and stronger engine braking will be en- abled.

D Shift into the “L” position. The trans- first gear mission will downshift when the vehicle speed drops down to or lower than 59 km/h (36 mph), and maximum engine braking will be en- abled.

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(b) Overdrive switch You can select either third gear (with overdrive off) or fourth gear (with over- drive on) by pushing this switch. To turn the overdrive off, push the switch. The “O/D OFF” indicator light should come on. To turn the overdrive on again, push the switch again. The “O/D OFF” indicator light should go off. Always drive your vehicle with the over- drive on fuel economy and quieter driving. If the engine is turned off when the over- drive is off and restarted, the overdrive will automatically be on.

for better

releasing

When the cruise control is being used, even if you downshift the transmission by pushing and the overdrive switch, engine braking will not be enabled because is not can- celled. For ways to decrease the vehicle speed, see “Cruise control” in this Section.

the cruise control

CAUTION

Be careful when downshifting on a slippery shifting could cause the vehicle to skid or spin.

surface. Abrupt

(e) Using “2” and “L” positions The “2” and “L” positions are used for strong engine braking as described pre- viously. With the selector lever in “2” or “L”, you can start the vehicle in motion as with the lever in “D”. With the selector lever in “2”, the vehicle will start in first gear and automatically shift to second gear. With the selector lever in “L”, the trans- mission is engaged in first gear.

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NOTICE

z Be careful not to over−rev the en- gine. Watch the tachometer to keep engine rpm from going into the red zone. The approximate maximum al- lowable speed for each position is given below for your reference:

“2” “L”

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

139 km/h (86 mph) 76 km/h (47 mph) z Do not continue hill climbing or hard towing for a long time in the “2” or “L” position. This may cause severe automatic transmission dam- age from overheating. To prevent such damage, “D” position should be used in hill climbing or hard towing.

(f) Backing up 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. 2. With the brake pedal held down with your foot, shift the selector lever to the “R” position.

NOTICE

Never shift into reverse while the ve- hicle is moving.

(g) Parking 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. 2. With

the brake pedal pressed down, fully depress the parking brake pedal to apply the parking brake securely.

3. With

the brake pedal pressed down, shift the selector lever to the “P” posi- tion.

CAUTION

Never attempt to move the selector lever into “P” position under any cir- cumstances while the vehicle is mov- ing. Serious mechanical damage and loss of vehicle control may result.

If the automatic unlocking operation linked with the shift position is set, all doors are automatically unlocked when the selector lever is moved to the “P” position after the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position. For details, see “—Automatic door locking and unlocking functions” in Section 1−2.

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(i)

If you cannot shift the selector le- ver out of “P” position

is depressed, use

If you cannot shift the selector lever from the “P” position even though the brake pedal lock override button. For instructions, see “If you cannot shift automatic transmission selector lever” in Section 4.

the shift

(h) Good driving practice D If the transmission repeatedly shifts up and down between third gear and over- drive when climbing a gentle slope, the overdrive should be turned off. Be sure to turn the switch on immediately after- ward.

D When towing a trailer, in order to main- tain engine braking efficiency, do not use overdrive.

CAUTION

Always keep your foot on the brake pedal while stopped with the engine running. This prevents the vehicle from creeping.

NOTICE

Always use the brake pedal or the parking brake to hold the vehicle on an upgrade. Do not attempt to hold the vehicle using the accelerator ped- al, as this can cause the transmission to overheat.

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"Column shift type

Selector lever

Overdrive switch

With the brake pedal depressed, shift while pilling the selector lever toward you. (The ignition switch must be in “ON” position.)

Shift while pulling the selector lever toward you.

Shift normally.

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Your automatic transmission has a shift lock system to minimize the possibility of incorrect operation. This means you can only shift out of “P” position when the brake pedal is depressed (with the ignition switch in “ON” position and the selector lever pulled toward you). (a) Selector lever The shift position is displayed on the in- strument cluster. P: Parking, engine starting and

key removal

R: Reverse N: Neutral D: Normal driving (with overdrive on) 2: Stronger engine braking L: Maximum engine braking

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releasing

the cruise control

When the cruise control is being used, even if you downshift the transmission by pushing and the overdrive switch, engine braking will not be enabled because is not can- celled. For ways to decrease the vehicle speed, see “Cruise control” in this Section. (c) Normal driving 1. Start the engine as instructed in “How to start the engine” in Section 3. The transmission must be in “P” or “N”.

2. With your foot holding down the brake

pedal, shift the selector lever to “D”.

When the lever is in the “D” position, the automatic transmission system will select the most suitable gear for running condi- tions such as normal cruising, hill climb- ing, hard towing, etc. Always turn the overdrive on for better fuel economy and quieter driving. If the engine coolant the transmission will not shift into the over- drive gear even with the overdrive on.

temperature

low,

is

CAUTION

Never put your foot on the accelera- tor pedal while shifting.

3. Release the parking brake and brake the accelerator pedal

pedal. Depress slowly for smooth starting.

If the automatic locking operation linked with the shift position is set, all doors are automatically locked when the selector le- ver is moved out of the “P” position after the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position and all the doors are closed. For details, see “—Automatic door locking and unlocking functions” in Section 1−2. (d) Using engine braking To use engine braking, you can downshift the transmission as follows: D Push the overdrive switch. The “O/D OFF” indicator light will come on and the transmission will downshift to third gear.

D Shift into the “2” position. The trans- mission will downshift to second gear when the vehicle speed drops down to or lower than 132 km/h (82 mph), and stronger engine braking will be en- abled.

D Shift into the “L” position. The trans- first gear mission will downshift When the vehicle speed drops down to or lower than 59 km/h (36 mph), and maximum engine braking will be en- abled.

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(b) Overdrive switch You can select either third gear (with overdrive off) or fourth gear (with over- drive on) by pushing this switch. To turn the overdrive off, push the switch. The “O/D OFF” indicator light should come on. To turn the overdrive on again, push the switch again. The “O/D OFF” indicator light should go off. Always drive your vehicle with the over- drive on fuel economy and quieter driving. If the engine is turned off when the over- drive is off and restarted, the overdrive will automatically be on.

for better

releasing

When the cruise control is being used, even if you downshift the transmission by pushing and the overdrive switch, engine braking will not be enabled because is not can- celled. For ways to decrease the vehicle speed, see “Cruise control” in this Section.

the cruise control

CAUTION

Be careful when downshifting on a slippery shifting could cause the vehicle to skid or spin.

surface. Abrupt

(e) Using “2” and “L” positions The “2” and “L” positions are used for strong engine braking as described pre- viously. With the selector lever in “2” or “L”, you can start the vehicle in motion as with the lever in “D”. With the selector lever in “2”, the vehicle will start in first gear and automatically shift to second gear. With the selector lever in “L”, the trans- mission is engaged in first gear.

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NOTICE

z Be careful not to overrev the en- gine. Watch the tachometer to keep engine rpm from going into the red zone. The approximate maximum al- lowable speed for each position is given below for your reference:

“2” “L”

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

139 km/h (86 mph) 76 km/h (47 mph) z Do not continue hill climbing or hard towing for a long time in the “2” or “L” position. This may cause severe automatic transmission dam- age from overheating. To prevent such damage, “D” position should be used in hill climbing or hard towing.

(f) Backing up 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. 2. With the brake pedal held down with your foot, shift the selector lever to the “R” position.

NOTICE

Never shift into reverse while the ve- hicle is moving.

(g) Parking 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. 2. With

the brake pedal pressed down, fully depress the parking brake pedal to apply the parking brake securely.

3. With

the brake pedal pressed down, shift the selector lever to the “P” posi- tion.

CAUTION

Never attempt to move the selector lever into “P” position under any cir- cumstances while the vehicle is mov- ing. Serious mechanical damage and loss of vehicle control may result.

If the automatic unlocking operation linked with the shift position is set, all doors are automatically unlocked when the selector lever is moved to the “P” position after the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position. For details, see “—Automatic door locking and unlocking functions” in Section 1−2.

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(h) Good driving practice D If the transmission repeatedly shifts up and down between third gear and over- drive when climbing a gentle slope, the overdrive should be turned off. Be sure to turn the switch on immediately after- ward.

D When towing a trailer, in order to main- tain engine braking efficiency, do not use overdrive.

CAUTION

Always keep your foot on the brake pedal while stopped with the engine running. This prevents the vehicle from creeping.

NOTICE

Always use the brake pedal or the parking brake to hold the vehicle on an upgrade. Do not attempt to hold the vehicle using the accelerator ped- al, as this can cause the transmission to overheat.

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(i)

If you cannot shift the selector le- ver out of “P” position

is depressed, use

If you cannot shift the selector lever from the “P” position even though the brake pedal lock override button. For instructions, see “If you cannot shift automatic transmission selector lever” in Section 4.

the shift

Traction control system The traction control system automatical- ly helps prevent the spinning of front wheels when the vehicle is started or accelerated on slippery road surfaces. When the ignition key is turned to “ON”, the system automatically turns on.

CAUTION

Under certain slippery road condi- tions, full traction of the vehicle and power against front wheels cannot be maintained, even though the traction control system is in operation. Do not drive the vehicle under any speed or maneuvering conditions which may cause traction control. In situations where the road surface is covered with ice or snow, your vehicle should be fitted with snow tire chains. Always drive at an appropriate and cautious speed the present road condi- tions.

the vehicle

tires or

lose

for

to

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When the traction control system is oper- ating, the following conditions occur: D The system controls the spinning of the front wheels. At this time, the slip indi- cator light blinks.

D You may feel vibration or noise in your the is

vehicle, caused by operation of brakes. This functioning properly.

the system

indicates

The slip indicator light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition key is turned to “ON”. If the indicator light does not come on when the ignition is turned on, contact your Toyota dealer.

TRACTION CONTROL OFF MODE When getting the vehicle out of mud or newly fallen snow, etc., turn off the traction control system. This system that controls engine performance inter- feres with the process of freeing front wheels. To turn off: Push “TRAC OFF” switch. The “TRAC OFF” indicator light will come on. The vehicle stability control system is al- ways activated, even if the traction control system is turned off. To turn on: Push “TRAC OFF” switch once again. The “TRAC OFF” indicator light will go off.

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NORMAL DRIVING MODE Leave the system on during the ordi- nary driving so it can operate when needed. You may hear a sound the engine compartment for a few seconds when the engine is started or just after the vehicle begins to move. This means that the trac- tion control system is in the self−check mode, but does not indicate a malfunction.

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to “ON”.

“TRAC OFF” indicator light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition key is turned It will come on again when you push the “TRAC OFF” switch to turn off the system. In the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer: D The indicator light does not come on when the ignition key is turned “ON”. D The indicator light remains on after the

ignition is turned on.

D The indicator light comes on with the

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“VSC” warning light This light warns that there is a problem somewhere in the traction control system or the vehicle stability control system. The light will come on when the ignition key is turned to “ON” and will go off after a few seconds. If the light comes on while driving, the system does not work. However, as con- ventional braking operates when applied, there is no problem to continue your driv- ing.

In the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer: D The warning light does not come on after the ignition key is turned to “ON”. D The warning light remains on after the

ignition key is turned to “ON”.

D The warning light comes on while driv-

ing.

The “TRAC OFF” indicator light will come on when the “VSC” warning light comes on even if the “TRAC OFF” switch is not pushed.

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Vehicle stability control system The vehicle stability control system helps provide integrated control of the systems such as anti−lock brake sys- tem, traction control, engine control, etc. This system automatically controls the brakes and engine to help prevent the vehicle from skidding when corner- ing on a slippery road surface or oper- ating steering wheel abruptly. This system will activate when your ve- hicle speed reaches or exceeds 15 km/h (9 mph), and will deactivate when the ve- hicle speed reduces to below 15 km/h (9
mph). You may hear a sound the engine compartment for a few seconds when the engine is started or just after the vehicle begins to move. This means that the sys- tem is in the self−check mode but does not indicate a malfunction.

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CAUTION

D Do not rely excessively on the ve- hicle stability control system. Even if the vehicle stability control sys- tem is operating, you must always drive carefully and attentively to avoid serious injury. Reckless driv- ing will result in an unexpected ac- cident. light flashes and an alarm sounds, spe- cial care should be taken while driving.

indicator

the slip

If

D Only use tires of specified size. The size, manufacture, brand and tread pattern for all 4 tires should be the same. If you use the tires other than specified, different type or size, the vehicle stability control system may not function correctly. When replacing the tires or wheels, contact your Toyota dealer. (See “Checking and replacing tires” in Section 7−2.)

D In situations where the road surface is covered with ice or snow, your vehicle should be fitted with snow tires or tire chains.

If the vehicle is going to skid during driv- ing, the slip indicator light blinks and an alarm sounds intermittently. Special care should be taken while driving. The slip indicator light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition key is turned to “ON”. If the indicator light does not come on when the ignition is turned on, contact your Toyota dealer.

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In the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer: D The warning light does not come on after the ignition key is turned to “ON”. D The warning light remains on after the

ignition key is turned to “ON”.

D The warning light comes on while driv-

ing.

The “TRAC OFF” indicator light will come on when the “VSC” warning light comes on even if the “TRAC OFF” switch is not pushed.

Type A

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“VSC” warning light This light warns that there is a problem somewhere in the vehicle stability control system or the traction control system. The light will come on when the ignition key is turned to “ON” and will go off after a few seconds. If the light comes on while driving, the system does not work. However, as con- ventional braking operates when applied, there is no problem to continue your driv- ing.

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When parking, firmly apply the parking brake to avoid inadvertent creeping. To set: Fully depress the parking brake pedal. For better holding power, first de- press the brake pedal and hold it while setting the parking brake. To release: Depress pedal while depressing the brake pedal. To remind you that the parking brake is set, the parking brake reminder light in the instrument panel remains on until you release the parking brake.

the parking brake

CAUTION

Before driving, be sure the parking brake is fully released and the park- ing brake reminder light is off.

Cruise control The cruise control allows you to cruise the vehicle at a desired speed over 40
km/h (25 mph) with your foot off the accelerator pedal. Your cruising speed can be maintained although a slight speed change may occur when driving up or down gradient, within the limits of engine performance. On steeper hills, a greater speed change will occur so it is better to drive without the cruise control. When the cruise control is on, the driving pattern of the automatic transmission is fixed in the normal position, regardless of the position of the selector switch.

CAUTION

D To help maintain maximum control of your vehicle, do not use the cruise control when driving in heavy or varying traffic, or on slip- pery (rainy, icy or snow−covered) or winding roads.

If

D Avoid vehicle speed increases when driving downhill. the vehicle speed is too fast in relation to the cruise control set speed, cancel the cruise control then downshift the transmission to use engine braking to slow down.

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CAUTION

To avoid accidental cruise control en- gagement, keep the cruise control system off when not using the cruise control.

TURNING THE SYSTEM ON To operate the cruise control, push “ON/ OFF” button. This turns the system on. The indicator light in the instrument clus- ter shows that you can now set your de- sired cruising speed. Another push will turn the system completely off. When the ignition key is turned off, the system automatically turned off. To use the cruise control again, push “ON/OFF” button again to turn it on.

SETTING AT A DESIRED SPEED The transmission must be in “D” before you set the cruise control speed. Bring your vehicle to the desired speed, push “COAST SET” button and release it. This sets the vehicle at that speed. If the speed is not satisfactory, push “RES ACC” button for a faster speed, or push “SET COAST” button for a slower speed. Each push changes the set speed by 1.6 km/h (1.0 mph). You can now take your foot off the accelerator pedal.

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If you need acceleration—for example, when passing—depress the accelerator pedal enough for the vehicle to exceed the set speed. When you release it, the vehicle will return to the speed set prior to the acceleration. CANCELLING THE PRESET SPEED You can cancel the preset speed by: a. Depressing the brake pedal. b. Pushing “CANCEL” button and releas-

ing it.

c. Pushing “ON/OFF” button. If the vehicle speed falls below about 40
km/h (25 mph), the preset speed will be automatically cancelled. If the vehicle speed drops 16 km/h (10
mph) below the preset speed, the preset speed will be also automatically cancelled. If the preset speed automatically cancels out for any other reasons, have your ve- hicle checked by your Toyota dealer at the earliest opportunity.

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RESETTING TO A FASTER SPEED Push “RES ACC” button and hold it. Re- lease the button the desired speed is at- tained. While the button is pushed, the vehicle will gradually gain speed. When the difference between the actual vehicle speed and the set speed is less than 5 km/h (3 mph), the set speed can be increased 1.6 km/h (1 mph) each time by pushing “RES ACC” button quickly within 0.6 seconds. However, a faster way to reset is to ac- celerate then push “COAST SET” button. RESETTING TO A SLOWER SPEED Push “COAST SET” button and hold it. Release the desired speed is pushed, the vehicle speed will gradually decrease. When the difference is 5 km/h (3 mph) or more, the vehicle will cruise with its actu- al speed. When the difference between the actual vehicle speed and the set speed is less than 5 km/h (3 mph), the set speed can be lowered 1.6 km/h (1 mph) each time by pushing “COAST SET” button quickly within 0.6 seconds.

is attained. While

the button when

the button

If you use

the brake pedal and

However, a faster way to reset is to de- press then push “COAST SET” button. Even if you turn off the overdrive switch with the cruise control on, engine braking will not be applied because the cruise control is not cancelled. To decrease the vehicle speed, reset to a slower speed with the cruise control button or depress the brake pedal. the brake pedal, cruise control is cancelled. RESUMING THE PRESET SPEED If the preset speed is cancelled by push- ing “CANCEL” button or by depressing the brake pedal, pushing “RES ACC” button will restore the speed set prior to can- cellation. However, once the vehicle speed falls below about 40 km/h (25 mph), the preset speed will not be resumed. CRUISE CONTROL FAILURE WARNING If “CRUISE” indicator light in the instru- ment cluster the cruise control, push “ON/OFF” button to turn the system off and then push it again to turn it on. If any of the following conditions then oc- curs, there is some trouble in the cruise control system.

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light goes out after

indicator

it

comes on.

If this is the case, contact your Toyota dealer and have your vehicle inspected.

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OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Car audio system Reference Using your audio system Car audio system operating hints

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Type 1: AM·FM radio/cassette player/com- pact disc player (with compact disc changer controller)

Type 2: AM·FM radio/cassette player/com- pact disc player with changer

that

Using your audio system— —Some basics This section describes some of the basic features on Toyota audio systems. Some information may not pertain to your sys- tem. Your audio system works when the ignition key is in the “ACC” or “ON” position. TURNING THE SYSTEM ON AND OFF Push “PWR·VOL” to turn the audio system on and off. Push “AM”, “FM”, “TAPE” or “CD” to turn on pushing “PWR·VOL”. You can turn on each player by inserting a cassette tape or compact disc. You can turn off each player by ejecting the cassette tape or compact disc. If the audio system was previously off, then the entire audio system will be turned off when you eject the cassette tape or com- pact disc. If the another function was pre- viously playing, it will come on again. SWITCHING BETWEEN FUNCTIONS Push “AM”, “FM”, “TAPE” or “CD” if the system to switch from one function to another.

is already on but you want

function

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TONE AND BALANCE For details about your system’s tone and balance controls, see the description of your own system. Tone How good an audio program sounds to you is largely determined by the mix of the treble, midrange, and bass levels. In fact, different kinds of music and vocal programs usually sound better with differ- ent mixes of treble, midrange and bass. Balance A good balance of the left and right stereo channels and of the front and rear sound levels is also important. Keep in mind that if you are listening to a stereo recording or broadcast, changing the right/left balance will increase the vol- ume of one group of sounds while de- creasing the volume of another.

YOUR RADIO ANTENNA Your vehicle has an antenna printed on the inside of the rear window.

NOTICE

Attaching the film (especially conduc- tive or metallic type) on the rear win- dow will noticeably reduce the sensi- tivity of the radio.

YOUR CASSETTE PLAYER When you insert a cassette, the exposed tape should face to the right.

NOTICE

Do not oil any part of the player and do not insert anything other than cas- sette tapes into the slot, or the tape player may be damaged.

YOUR COMPACT DISC PLAYER (type 1) When you insert a disc, gently push it in with the label side up. (The player will automatically eject a disc if the label side is down.) The compact disc player will play from track 1 through the end of the disc. Then it will play from track 1 again.

NOTICE

Never try to disassemble or oil any part of the compact disc player. Do not insert anything other than com- pact discs into the slot.

The player is intended for use with 12 cm (4.7 in.) discs only.

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YOUR COMPACT DISC CHANGER (type 2) When you insert a disc, push the “LOAD” button and gently push the disc in with the label side up. (The player will auto- matically eject a disc if the label side is down.) The compact disc changer will play from track 1 through the end of the disc. Then it will play from track 1 of the next disc. The changer is intended for use with 12
cm (4.7 in.) discs only.

NOTICE

z Do not stack up two discs for in- sertion, or it will cause damage to the compact disc changer. Insert only one compact disc into slot at a time.

z Never try to disassemble or oil any part of the compact disc player. Do not insert anything other than com- pact discs into the slot.

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—Controls and features "Type 1

Details of specific buttons, controls, and features are described in the alphabetical list that follows.

Preset buttons

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(See

to preset and

Preset buttons These buttons are used tune in radio stations. To preset a station to a button: Tune in the desired station. “TUNE” or “SEEK” button.) Push and hold down the button until you hear a beep—this will set the station to the button. The button num- ber will appear on the display. To tune in to a preset station: Push the button for the station you want. The but- ton number and station frequency will ap- pear on the display. These systems can store one AM and two FM stations for each button. (The display will show “AM”, “FM1” or “FM2” when you push “AM” “FM”.)

(Eject button) the cassette

Push tape eject button to eject a cassette. Push the compact disc eject button to eject a compact disc. After you turn the ignition to “LOCK”, you will be able to eject a cassette or disc, but you will not be able to reinsert it.

(Reverse/Fast forward button)

the

the

fast

Cassette Player Push the fast forward button to fast for- ” will appear ward a cassette tape. “ on the display. Push the reverse button to ” will appear on the rewind a tape. “ display. To stop the tape while it is fast forward- ing, push forward button or “TAPE”; to stop the tape while it is re- winding, push reverse button or “TAPE”. If a tape side rewinds completely, the cas- sette player will stop and then play that same side. If a tape fast forwards com- pletely, the cassette player will play the other side of the tape, using the auto−re- verse feature. Compact Disc Player If you want forward or reverse to fast through a compact disc track, push and hold in the fast forward or reverse button. When you release the button, the compact disc player will resume playing.

/ MODE (Audio control

AM Push “AM” to turn on the radio and select the AM band. “AM” will appear on the display. If the audio system is off, you can turn on the radio by pushing “AM”. Also, push “AM” to switch from cassette or compact disc operation to radio operation. AUDIO CTRL and mode adjustment) Manual tone adjustment function— This knob the manually. For tone adjustment, push “AUDIO CTRL / MODE” repeatedly until “BASS” appears on the display. Then turn the knob to suit your preference. The display will show “BASS −5” to “BASS 5”. For middle−pitch tone adjustment, push “AUDIO CTRL / MODE” repeatedly until “MID” appears on the display. Then turn the knob to suit your preference. The display will show the range from “MID −5” to “MID 5”.

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from

range

to adjust

is also used

For high−pitch tone adjustment, push “AUDIO CTRL / MODE” repeatedly until “TREB” appears on the display. Then turn the knob to suit your preference. The display will show “TREB −5” to “TREB 5”. Sound balance adjustment function— This knob the sound balance between the front and rear, and the right and left speakers. For CTRL appears on turn knob to adjust the front/rear balance. The display will show range “FADE FRONT 7” to “FADE REAR 7”. For “AUDIO CTRL / MODE” repeatedly until “BAL” ap- pears on the display. Then turn the knob to adjust the left/right balance. The display will show the range from “BAL LEFT 7” to “BAL RIGHT 7”.

front/rear adjustment, push “AUDIO / MODE” repeatedly until “FADE” the

left/right adjustment, push

the display. Then

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If “Err 3” or “Err 4” appears on the display, it indicates there is a trouble in- side the system. Eject the disc or maga- zine. Set the disc or magazine again. If “OPEn” appears on the display, it indicates the compact disc changer lid is open. Close the compact disc changer lid. If the malfunction is not rectified, take your vehicle to your Toyota dealer. DISC Compact disc changer only— By using this button, you can select a disc you wish to listen to. Push either side of the button until the number of the disc you want to listen to appears on the display.

time you push “CD”,

CD (Compact Disc) Push “CD” to switch from radio or cas- sette operation to compact disc operation. If the audio system is off, you can turn on the compact disc player by pushing “CD”. In both cases, a disc must already be loaded in the player. When the audio is set into compact disc operation, the display shows the track or, track and disc number currently being played. Each the system changes to the automatic changer. If the player malfunctions, your audio sys- tem will display one of the six following error messages. If “WAIT” appears on the display, it indi- cates that the inside of the player unit may be too hot due to the very high ambi- ent temperature. Remove the disc or mag- azine from the player and allow the player to cool down. If “Err 1” appears on the display, it indicates the disc is dirty, damaged, or it was the disc or insert it correctly. If “Err 2” appears on the display, indicates no disc magazine. Insert a disc.

inserted up−side down. Clean

loaded

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B NR∗

” button. The “

Dolbyr If you are listening to a tape that was recorded with Dolbyr B Noise Reduction, B” will push the “ appear on the display. Push the button again to turn off Dolbyr B NR. The Dolby NR mode reduces tape noise by about 10 dB. For best sound reproduc- tion, play your tapes with this button on or off according to the mode used for recording the tape. ∗ : Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. “DOLBY” and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. FM Push “FM” to turn on the radio and select the FM band. “FM1” or “FM2” will appear on the display. This system allows you to set twelve FM stations, two for each but- ton. If the audio system is off, you can turn on the radio by pushing “FM”. Also, push “FM” to switch from cassette or compact disc operation to radio operation.

” indicates bottom side). feature: After

PROG (Program) Push “ ” to select the other side of a cassette tape. The display indicates which ” indicates side is currently selected (“ top side, “ Auto−reverse the cassette player reaches the end of a tape side, it automatically reverses and begins to play the other side. This is true whether the cassette was playing or fast forwarding. PWR·VOL (Power and Volume) Push “PWR·VOL” to turn the audio system on and off. Turn “PWR·VOL” to adjust the volume. RND (Random) There are two random features—you can either listen to the tracks on all the com- pact discs in the magazine in random or- der, or only tracks on a specific compact disc in random order.

listen

the

to

”. “

in the

the tracks

To randomly play the tracks on a disc: Quickly push and release “ ” will appear on the display. The disc you are listening to will play in random order. If you hear a beep, you held the button too long, and the player will play all the tracks in the magazine in random order. To turn off the random feature, push this button again. Compact disc changer only— To randomly play all magazine: ” until you hear a Push and hold “ beep. “ ” will appear on the display and the player will perform all the tracks on all the discs in the magazine in ran- dom order. To turn off the random feature, push this button again. RPT (Repeat) Cassette Player Push “ is playing. “ ” will appear on the display. When the track ends, it will automatically be rewound and replayed. This process will be continued until you push the button again to turn off the repeat feature. There must be at least 3 seconds of blank space between tracks in order for the re- peat feature to work correctly.

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Compact Disc Player There are two repeat features—you can either replay a disc track or a whole com- pact disc. Repeating a track: Quickly push and release “ ” while the track is playing. “ ” will appear on the display. If you hear a beep, you held the button too long, and the player will repeat the whole disc. When the track ends, it will automatically be replayed. This pro- cess will be continued until you push the button again to turn off the repeat feature. Compact disc changer only— Repeating a disc: ” until you hear a Push and hold “ beep. “ ” will appear on the display. The player will repeat all the tracks on the disc you are listening to. When the disc ends, the player will automatically go back to the first track on the disc and replay. To turn off the repeat feature, push this button again.

SCAN Radio You can either scan all the frequencies on a band or scan only the preset stations for that band. To scan the preset stations: Push and hold “SCAN” until you hear a beep. The radio will tune in the next pres- et station up the band, stay there for 5
seconds, and then move to the next pre- set station. To select a station, push “SCAN” again. To scan all the frequencies: Quickly push and release “SCAN”. If you hear a beep, you held the button too long, and the radio will scan the preset sta- tions. The radio will find the next station up the station band, stay there for 5 se- conds, and then scan again. To select a station, push “SCAN” again.

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Compact Disc Player There are two scan features—you can ei- ther scan the tracks on a specific disc or scan the first tracks of all the discs in the magazine. Scanning the tracks on a disc: Quickly push and release “SCAN”. “SCAN” will appear on the display and the player will scan all the tracks on the disc you are listening to. If you hear a beep, you held the button too long, and the player will scan the first track of all the discs in the magazine. To select a track, push “SCAN” again. If the player scanned all the tracks on the disc, it will stop scan- ning. Compact disc changer only— Scanning the first track of all the discs in the magazine: “SCAN” until you hear a beep. Push “ the display and the player will perform the first track of the next disc. To select a disc, push the the player has scanned all the discs, it will stop scan- ning.

·SCAN” will appear on

“SCAN” again.

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SEEK (Seeking) Radio In plays station band. To seek the next station, quickly push and release the “Ɯ” or “Ɲ” side of “SEEK”. Do this again to find the station after that. If you push and hold the “Ɯ” or “Ɲ” side of “SEEK”, the radio will continue seeking up or down for stations and will stop at the next station that it finds after the but- ton is released. on reception. Press the button again to resume the search. Cassette Player By using this button, you can skip up or down to a different track. You can skip up to nine tracks at a time. Push the up or down side of the button. From “SEEK +9” to “SEEK −9” will appear on the display.