1996 Toyota Camry Owners Manual

If cooler air is desired at face level for bi- level operation, turn the knob to the BI- LEVEL position. If the windshield fogs up easily, turn the knob to the FLOOR/WINDSHIELD posi- tion.

For detailed information on air flow control including other settings, see “(f) Air flow selection”. 4. Turn the fan speed control knob any- where except the “OFF” position. 5. Leave the air conditioning on-off but- ton in the OFF position. If dehumidified heating is desired, press in the air conditioning on-off button. (c) Cooling 1. Turn the temperature control knob anywhere between the middle and LOW positions. If warmer air is desired at floor level for bi- level operation, turn the knob around the middle. 2. Move the air intake control lever to the OUTSIDE AIR position. If quick circulation of cooled air is desired, move the lever to the RECIRCULATED AIR position. For normal use, it is best to keep the lever in the OUTSIDE AIR position. 3. Turn the air flow control knob to the FACE position. If warmer air is desired at floor level for bi- level operation, turn the knob to the BI- LEVEL position.

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For detailed information on air flow control including other settings, see “(f) Air flow selection”. 4. Turn the fan speed control knob any- where except the “OFF” position. 5. Press in the air conditioning on-off but- ton. (d) Ventilation 1. Turn the temperature control knob at the LOW position. 2. Move the air intake control lever to the OUTSIDE AIR position. 3. Turn the air flow control knob to the FACE position. For detailed information on air flow control including other settings, see “(f) Air flow selection”. 4. Turn the fan speed control knob any- where except the “OFF” position. 5. Leave the air conditioning on-off but- ton in the OFF position. (e) Windshield defogging and defrost-

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To remove interior fog on the windshield: 1. Turn the temperature control knob to any position. 2. Move the air intake control lever to the OUTSIDE AIR position.

3. Turn the air flow control knob to the WINDSHIELD position. For detailed information on air flow con- trol, see “(f) Air flow selection”. 4. Turn the fan speed control knob any- where except the “OFF” position. 5. Press in the air conditioning on-off but- ton. To remove frost or exterior fog on the windshield: 1. Turn the temperature control knob to the HIGH position. 2. Move the air intake control lever to the OUTSIDE AIR position. 3. Turn the air flow control knob to the WINDSHIELD position. For detailed information on air flow con- trol, see “(f) Air flow selection”. 4. Turn the fan speed control knob to the “HI” position. 5. Leave the air conditioning on-off but- ton in the OFF position. (f) Air flow selection FACE position—This position directs the air flow to face level.

BI-LEVEL position—This position directs the air flow to face level and the floor. Ex- cept in ventilation, the air to the floor is slightly warmer than that to face level. FLOOR position—This position directs air flow mostly to the floor. FLOOR/WINDSHIELD position — This position directs the air flow to the wind- shield as well as the floor. WINDSHIELD position—This position di- rects air flow mostly to the windshield and front side windows. Do not use the WINDSHIELD position during cooling operation in extremely hu- mid weather. The difference between the temperature of the outside air and that of the windshield could cause the outer sur- face of the windshield to fog up, blocking your vision. (g) Operating tips (cid:1) Be sure the air inlet grilles in front of the windshield are not blocked by leaves or other obstructions. If air flow control is not satisfactory, check the dashboard vents. (See “Side vents” or “Lower vent” after “Heater controls”.)

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(cid:1) To help cool down the interior after parking in the hot sun, drive for the first few minutes with the windows open. After the excess heat has blown away, close the windows.

(cid:1) When driving on dusty roads, close all windows. If dust thrown up by the ve- hicle is still drawn into the vehicle after closing the windows, it is recom- mended that the air intake control le- ver be set to the OUTSIDE AIR posi- tion and the fan speed control knob be turned anywhere except the “OFF” position. If following another vehicle on a dusty road, or driving in windy and dusty con- ditions, it is recommended that the air intake control lever be temporarily set to the RECIRCULATED AIR position, which will close off the outside pas- sage and prevent outside air and dust from entering the vehicle interior.

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(a) Controls and functions The temperature control knob is used to adjust the temperature of the delivered air. Turn the knob toward the HIGH position for higher temperature and toward the LOW position for lower temperature. The air intake control button is used to se- lect intake air, either outside air or recircu- lated air. With the button in the OUTSIDE AIR mode, the system will take fresh outside air into the unit. For recirculated air, set the button to the RECIRCULATED AIR mode. Pressing the button once again will let the button out in the OUTSIDE AIR mode. The air flow control buttons are used to select the air flow outlets air is delivered from. See “(f) Air flow selection” for detailed in- formation. The fan speed control knob is used to turn on and off the fan and select the fan speed. The higher the fan speed setting is, the more air is delivered. Turning the knob to the “OFF” position turns off the fan. The air conditioning on-off button is used to turn on and off the air conditioning.

With the button pressed in, the air condi- tioning turns on. Pressing the button once again will turn the air conditioning off. If the indicator light flashes, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. There may be slippage of the drive belt or trouble in the compressor. If this happens, the air conditioning is automatically turned off to avoid damage to the drive belt. (b) Heating 1. Turn the temperature control knob anywhere except the LOW position. When dehumidified heating is desired, turn the knob between the HIGH and middle positions. If cooler air is desired at face level for bi- level operation, place the knob around the middle. 2. If quick circulation of heated air is de- sired, set to the RECIRCULATED AIR mode of the air intake control button. For normal use, it is best to set to the OUTSIDE AIR mode. Otherwise the win- dows will fog up more easily. 3. Press in the FLOOR button of the air flow control buttons. If cooler air is desired at face level for bi- level operation, press in the BI-LEVEL button.

If the windshield fogs up easily, press in the FLOOR/WINDSHIELD button. For detailed information on air flow control including other settings, see “(f) Air flow selection”. 4. Turn the fan speed control knob any- where except the “OFF” position. 5. Leave the air conditioning on-off but- ton in the OFF position. If dehumidified heating is desired, press in the air conditioning on-off button. (c) Cooling 1. Turn the temperature control knob anywhere between the middle and LOW positions. If warmer air is desired at floor level for bi- level operation, turn the knob around the middle. 2. If quick circulation of cooled air is de- sired, set to the RECIRCULATED AIR mode of the air intake control button. For normal use, it is best to set to the OUTSIDE AIR mode. 3. Press in the FACE button of the air flow control buttons. If warmer air is desired at floor level for bi- level operation, press in the BI-LEVEL button.

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For detailed information on air flow control including other settings, see “(f) Air flow selection”. 4. Press in any fan speed control button except the “OFF” button. 5. Press in the air conditioning on-off but- ton. (d) Ventilation 1. Turn the temperature control knob at the LOW position. 2. Set to the OUTSIDE AIR mode of the air intake control buttons. 3. Press in the FACE button of the air flow control buttons. For detailed information on air flow control including other settings, see “(f) Air flow selection”. 4. Turn the fan speed control knob any- where except the “OFF” position. 5. Leave the air conditioning on-off but- ton in the OFF position. (e) Windshield defogging and defrost-

ing

To remove interior fog on the windshield: 1. Turn the temperature control knob to any position. 2. Set to the OUTSIDE AIR mode of the air intake control buttons.

3. Press in the WINDSHIELD button of the air flow control buttons. For detailed information on air flow con- trol, see “(f) Air flow selection”. 4. Turn the fan speed control knob any- where except the “OFF” position. 5. Press in the air conditioning on-off but- ton. To remove frost or exterior fog on the windshield: 1. Turn the temperature control knob to the HIGH position. 2. Set to the OUTSIDE AIR mode of the air intake control buttons. 3. Press in the WINDSHIELD button of the air flow control buttons. For detailed information on air flow con- trol, see “(f) Air flow selection”. 4. Turn the fan speed control knob to the “HI” position. 5. Leave the air conditioning on-off but- ton in the OFF position. (f) Air flow selection FACE button—This button directs the air flow to face level. BI-LEVEL button—This button directs the air flow to face level and the floor. Ex- cept in ventilation, the air to the floor is slightly warmer than that to face level.

FLOOR button—This button directs air flow mostly to the floor. FLOOR/WINDSHIELD button—This but- ton directs air flow to the windshield as well as the floor. WINDSHIELD button—This button di- rects air flow mostly to the windshield and front side windows. Do not use the WINDSHIELD button dur- ing cooling operation in extremely humid weather. The difference between the tem- perature of the outside air and that of the windshield could cause the outer surface of the windshield to fog up, blocking your vision. (g) Operating tips (cid:1) Be sure the air inlet grilles in front of the windshield are not blocked by leaves or other obstructions. If air flow control is not satisfactory, check the dashboard vents. (See “Side vents” or “Lower vent” after “Heater controls”.)

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(cid:1) When driving on dusty roads, close all windows. If dust thrown up by the ve- hicle is still drawn into the vehicle after closing the windows, it is recom- mended that the air intake control but- ton be set to the OUTSIDE AIR mode and the fan speed control knob be turned anywhere except the “OFF” position. If following another vehicle on a dusty road, or driving in windy and dusty con- ditions, it is recommended that the air intake control button be temporarily set the RECIRCULATED AIR mode, which will close off the outside passage and prevent outside air and dust from entering the vehicle interior.

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(a) Controls and functions The temperature control knob is used to turn on and off the heater and adjust the temperature of the heated air. Turn the knob toward the FULL HEATING position for higher temperature. Turning the knob to the NO HEAT position turns off the heater. The air intake control lever is used to se- lect intake air, either outside air or recircu- lated air. With the lever in the OUTSIDE AIR posi- tion, the system will take fresh outside air into the unit. For recirculated air, move the lever to the RECIRCULATED AIR position. The air flow control knob is used to select the air flow outlets air is delivered from. See “(e) Air flow selection” for detailed in- formation. The fan speed control knob is used to turn on and off the fan and select the fan speed. The higher the fan speed setting is, the more air is delivered. Turning the knob to the “OFF” position turns off the fan.

(b) Heating 1. Turn the temperature control knob anywhere except the NO HEAT position. If cooler air is desired at face level for bi- level operation, turn the knob around the middle. 2. Move the air intake control lever to the OUTSIDE AIR position. If quick circulation of heated air is desired, move the lever to the RECIRCULATED AIR position. For normal use, it is best to keep the lever in the OUTSIDE AIR position. Otherwise the windows will fog up more easily. 3. Turn the air flow control knob to the FLOOR position. If cooler air is desired at face level for bi- level operation, turn the knob to the BI- LEVEL position. If the windshield fogs up easily, turn knob to the FLOOR/WINDSHIELD position. For detailed information on air flow control including other settings, see “(e) Air flow selection”. 4. Turn the fan speed control knob any- where except the “OFF” position.

(c) Ventilation 1. Turn the temperature control knob to the NO HEAT position. 2. Move the air intake control lever to the OUTSIDE AIR position. 3. Move the air flow control knob to the FACE position. For detailed information on air flow control including other settings, see “(e) Air flow selection”. 4. Turn the fan speed control knob any- where except the “OFF” position. (d) Windshield defogging and defrost-

ing

1. Turn the temperature control knob at the FULL HEATING position. 2. Move the air intake control lever to the OUTSIDE AIR position. 3. Turn the air flow control knob to the WINDSHIELD position. For detailed information on air flow con- trol, see “(e) Air flow selection”. 4. Turn the fan speed control knob to the “HI” position. (e) Air flow selection FACE position—This position directs the air flow to face level.

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If following another vehicle on a dusty road, or driving in windy and dusty con- ditions, it is recommended that the air intake control lever be temporarily set to the RECIRCULATED AIR position, which will close off the outside pas- sage and prevent outside air and dust from entering the vehicle interior.

The side vents may be opened or closed as shown.

BI-LEVEL position—This position directs the air flow to face level and the floor. Ex- cept in ventilation, the air to the floor is slightly warmer than that to face level. FLOOR position—This position directs the air flow mostly to the floor. FLOOR/WINDSHIELD position — This position directs air flow to the wind- shield as well as the floor. WINDSHIELD position—This position di- rects air flow to the windshield and front side windows. (f) Operating tips (cid:1) Be sure the air inlet grilles in front of the windshield are not blocked by leaves or other obstructions. If air flow control is not satisfactory, check the dashboard vents. (See “Side vents” or “Lower vent”.)

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(cid:1) When driving on dusty roads, close all windows. If dust thrown up by the ve- hicle is still drawn into the vehicle after closing the windows, it is recom- mended that the air intake control le- ver be set to the OUTSIDE AIR posi- tion and the fan speed control knob anywhere except the “OFF” position.

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Lower vent

The lower vent may be opened or closed as shown.

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Part 1
OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS—

Chapter 1-8
Other equipment

(cid:1) Clock (cid:1) Cigarette lighter and ashtray (cid:1) Glovebox (cid:1) Miscellany holder (cid:1) Cup holder (cid:1) Luggage cover (cid:1) Parcel straps (cid:1) Floor mat

Clock

Cigarette lighter and ashtray

The digital clock indicates the time with the ignition key at the “ACC” or “ON” position. To reset the hour, de- press the “H” button. To reset the min- utes, depress the “M” button. To ad- just the time to a full hour, depress the “:00” button. For example, if the “:00” button is de- pressed when is between 1:01—1:29, the time will change to 1:00. If the time is between 1:30—1:59, the time will change to 2:00. When the instrument panel lights are turned on, the brightness of the time indi- cation will be reduced. Once the electrical power source has been disconnected from the clock, the time is automatically set to 1:00 (one o’clock).

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To use the cigarette lighter, press it in. When it becomes heated, it automati- cally pops out ready for use. If the engine is not running, the key must be in the “ACC” position. Do not hold the cigarette lighter pressed in. When finished with your cigarette, thor- oughly extinguish it in the ashtray to pre- vent other cigarette butts from catching fire. After using the ashtray, push it back in completely. To remove the ashtray, press down on the lock spring plate and pull out. Use a Toyota genuine cigarette lighter or equivalent for replacement.

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Glovebox

Miscellany holder

CAUTION

To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or sudden stop while driving, always push the ash- tray back in completely after using.

To open the glovebox door, pull the le- ver. To lock the glovebox door, insert the master key and turn it clockwise. With the instrument panel lights on, the glovebox light will come on when the door is open.

CAUTION

To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or a sudden stop, always keep the glovebox door closed while driving.

To open the holder, pull the lever as shown above.

CAUTION

To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or a sudden stop, always keep the miscellany holder closed while driving.

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Cup holder

Luggage cover

To use the cup holder, pull it out com- pletely. The cup holder is designed for holding cups or drink-cans fit snugly in its holes.

CAUTION

(cid:1) Do not place anything else on the cup holder, as such items may be thrown about and possibly injure people in the vehicle during sud- den braking or an accident.

(cid:1) Keep the cup holder shut when not

in use.

USING THE LUGGAGE COVER To use the luggage cover, pull it out of the retractor and hook it to the an- chors. To remove the luggage cover, pull the lock release knobs and lift up the luggage cov- er.

Wagon with third seat— Make sure the shoulder belt passes through the hanger when using the lug- gage cover. This prevents the shoulder belt from being damaged.

CAUTION

Seat belt must be removed from the hanger when seat belt is in use.

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HOLDING THE LUGGAGE COVER EDGE UPRIGHT When using the third seat, fold up the luggage cover edge so that it does not interfere with the passengers. 1. Unhook the strap from the anchor tab.

2. Fold the luggage cover edge. Then pass the strap through the eyelet and hook it onto the tab on the reverse side of the luggage cover. When using the luggage cover, hook the strap onto the anchor tab.

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Floor mat

To secure your parcels, hook the par- cel straps to the catches and tighten the straps by pulling on the free end. See “Luggage stowage precautions” in Part 2 for precautions to observe in load- ing luggage.

Use a floor mat of the correct size. If the floor mat has a hole, then it is de- signed for use with a locking clip. Fix the floor mat and locking clip into the hole in the floor carpet.

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CAUTION

Make sure the floor mat is properly placed on the floor carpet. If the floor mat slips and interferes with the movement of the pedals during driving, it may cause an accident.

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Part 2
INFORMATION BEFORE DRIVING YOUR TOYOTA

(cid:1) Break-in period (cid:1) Fuel (cid:1) Operation in foreign countries (cid:1) Three-way catalytic converters (cid:1) Engine exhaust cautions (cid:1) Facts about engine oil

consumption (cid:1) Brake system (cid:1) Brake pad wear limit indicators (cid:1) Luggage stowage precautions (cid:1) Your Toyota’s identification (cid:1) Theft prevention labels (cid:1) Types of tires

Break-in period Drive gently and avoid high speeds. Your vehicle does not need an elaborate break-in. But following a few simple tips for the first 1600 km (1000 miles) can add to the future economy and long life of your vehicle: (cid:1) Do not drive over 88 km/h (55 mph). (cid:1) Run the engine at moderate speed be-

tween 2000 and 4000 rpm.

(cid:1) Avoid full-throttle starts. (cid:1) Try to avoid hard stops during the first

300 km (200 miles).

(cid:1) Do not drive slowly with the manual

transmission in a high gear.

(cid:1) Do not drive for a long time at any

single speed, either fast or slow.

(cid:1) Do not tow a trailer during the first 800

km (500 miles).

Fuel FUEL TYPE Your new vehicle must use only un- leaded gasoline. To help prevent gas station mixups, your Toyota has a new smaller fuel tank open- ing. The special nozzle on pumps with un- leaded fuel will fit it, but the larger stan- dard nozzle on pumps with leaded gas will not.

NOTICE

Do not use leaded gasoline. Use of leaded gasoline will cause the three-way catalytic converter to lose its effectiveness and the emission control system to function improperly. Also, this can increase maintenance costs.

OCTANE NUMBER 5S-FE engine: Select Research Octane Number 91 (Octane Rating 87) or high- er. 1MZ-FE engine: Select Research Oc- tane Number 91 (Octane Rating 87) or higher. For improved vehicle perfor- mance, the use of premium unleaded gasoline with a Research Octane Num- ber of 96 (Octane Rating 91) or higher is recommended.

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Operation in foreign countries If you plan to drive your Toyota in another country... First, comply with the vehicle registration laws. Second, confirm the availability of the correct fuel (unleaded and minimum oc- tane number).

Use of unleaded fuel with an octane num- ber or rating lower than stated above will cause persistent heavy knocking. If se- vere, this will lead to engine damage. If your engine knocks... If you detect heavy knocking even when using the recommended fuel, or if you hear steady knocking while holding a steady speed on level roads, consult your Toyota dealer. However, now and then, you may notice light knocking for a short time while accel- erating or driving up hills. This is no cause for concern. GASOLINES CONTAINING DETER- GENT ADDITIVES Toyota recommends use of gasolines that contain detergent additives to avoid build-up of engine deposits. For further details, ask your Toyota dealer or a local gasoline retailer. GASOLINES CONTAINING MTBE Gasolines that contain MTBE (Methyl Tertiary-Butyl Ether) are available in the market. If you use a gasoline mixed with MTBE, make certain that it does not contain more than 15% of MTBE.

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If the use of gasolines containing MTBE causes poor driveability and/or poor fuel economy, you should discontinue the use of fuels containing MTBE. GASOLINES CONTAINING ALCOHOL If you use gasohol in your Toyota, be sure that it is unleaded, has an octane rating no lower than 87 and does not contain more than 10% ethanol. Gasohol is a mixture of gasoline and etha- nol. Toyota does not recommend the use of gasolines containing methanol. If you use gasoline containing methanol, use only gasoline meeting the requirements above and also containing less than 5% metha- nol with cosolvents and corrosion inhibi- tors for methanol.

NOTICE

(cid:2)Do not use gasohol other than stated above. It will cause fuel system damage or vehicle perfor- mance problems.

(cid:2)If driveability problems are en- countered (poor hot starting, va- porizing, engine knock, etc.), dis- continue the use.

(cid:2)Take care not to spill gasohol dur- ing refueling. Gasohol may cause paint damage.

FUEL TANK CAPACITY

70 L (18.5 gal., 15.4 Imp. gal.)

Three-way catalytic converters

The three-way catalytic converter is an emission control device installed in the exhaust system. The purpose is to reduce pollutants in the exhaust gas.

CAUTION

(cid:1) Keep people and combustible ma- terials away from the exhaust pipe while the engine is running. The exhaust gas is very hot.

(cid:1) Do not drive, idle or park your ve- hicle over anything that might burn easily such as grass, leaves, paper or rags.

NOTICE

A large amount of unburned gases flowing into the three-way catalytic converter may cause it to overheat and create a fire hazard. To prevent this and other damage, observe the following precautions: (cid:2)Use only unleaded gasoline. (cid:2)Do not drive with an extremely low fuel level; running out of fuel could cause the engine to misfire, creating an excessive load on the three-way catalytic converter.

(cid:2)Do not allow the engine to run at idle speed for more than 20 min- utes.

(cid:2)Avoid racing the engine. (cid:2)Do not push-start or pull-start

your vehicle.

(cid:2)Do not turn off the ignition while

the vehicle is moving.

(cid:2)Keep your engine in good run- ning order. Malfunctions in the engine electrical system, elec- tronic ignition system/distributor ignition system or fuel system could cause an extremely high three-way catalytic converter temperature.

(cid:2)If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently, take your vehicle in for a check-up as soon as possible. Remember, your Toyota dealer knows your vehicle and its three-way catalyt- ic converter system best.

(cid:2)To ensure that the three-way cat- alytic converter and the entire emission control system operate properly, your vehicle must re- ceive the periodic inspections re- quired by the Toyota Maintenance Schedule. For scheduled mainte- nance information, refer to the separate “Owner’s Manual Sup- plement/Maintenance Schedule”.

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Engine exhaust cautions

CAUTION

(cid:1) Avoid inhaling the engine exhaust. It contains carbon monoxide, which is a colorless and odorless gas. It can cause unconscious- ness or even death.

(cid:1) Make sure the exhaust system has no holes or loose connections. The system should be checked from time to time. If you hit some- thing, or notice a change in the sound of the exhaust, have the system checked immediately.

(cid:1) Do not run the engine in a garage or enclosed area except for the time needed to drive the vehicle in or out. The exhaust gases cannot escape, making this a particularly dangerous situation.

(cid:1) Do not remain for a long time in a parked vehicle with the engine running. If it is unavoidable, how- ever, do so only in an unconfined area and adjust the heating or cooling system to force outside air into the vehicle.

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(cid:1) Keep the trunk lid or back door closed while driving. An open or unsealed trunk lid or back door may cause exhaust gases to be drawn into the vehicle. If you must drive with the trunk lid or back door open to accommodate a large object, close the windows, open all the instrument panel vents and have the heating or cooling system deliver fresh air into the vehicle by turning the fan to high speed with the air intake control set at the OUTSIDE AIR position.

(cid:1) To allow proper operation of your vehicle’s ventilation system, keep the inlet grilles in front of the wind- shield clear of snow, leaves, or other obstructions.

(cid:1) If you smell exhaust fumes in the vehicle, drive with the windows open and the trunk lid or back door closed. Have the cause im- mediately located and corrected.

Facts about engine oil consumption FUNCTIONS OF ENGINE OIL Engine oil has the primary functions of lu- bricating and cooling the inside of the en- gine, and plays a major role in maintaining the engine in proper working order. ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION It is normal that an engine should con- sume some engine oil during normal engine operation. The causes of oil consumption in a normal engine are as follows. (cid:1) Oil is used to lubricate pistons, piston rings and cylinders. A thin film of oil is left on the cylinder wall when a piston moves downwards in the cylinder. High negative pressure generated when the vehicle is decelerating sucks some of this oil into the combustion chamber. This oil as well as some part of the oil film left on the cylinder wall is burned by the high temperature com- bustion gases during the combustion process.

(cid:1) Oil is also used to lubricate the stems of the intake valves. Some of this oil is sucked into the combustion chamber together with the intake air and is burned along with the fuel. High tem- perature exhaust gases also burn the oil used to lubricate the exhaust valve stems.

IMPORTANCE OF ENGINE OIL LEVEL CHECK One of the most important points in proper vehicle maintenance is to keep the engine oil at the optimum level so that oil function will not be impaired. Therefore, it is essen- tial that the oil level be checked regularly. Toyota recommends that the oil level be checked every time you refuel the vehicle.

NOTICE

Failure to check the oil level regu- larly could lead to serious engine trouble due to insufficient oil.

For detailed information on oil level check, see “Checking the engine oil level” in Chapter 7-2.

The amount of engine oil consumed depends on the viscosity of the oil, the quality of the oil and the conditions the vehicle is driven under. More oil is consumed by high-speed driv- ing and frequent acceleration and decel- eration. A new engine consumes more oil, since its pistons, piston rings and cylinder walls have not become conditioned. When judging the amount of oil con- sumption, note that the oil may be- come diluted and make it difficult to judge the true level accurately. As an example, if a vehicle is used for re- peated short trips, and consumes a nor- mal amount of oil, the dipstick may not show any drop in the oil level at all, even after 1000 km (600 miles) or more. This is because the oil is gradually becoming di- luted with fuel or moisture, making it ap- pear that the oil level has not changed. The diluting ingredients evaporate out when the vehicle is then driven at high speeds, as on an expressway, making it appear that oil is excessively consumed after driving at high speeds.

Twin ground electrode spark plugs (1MZ-FE engine)

Your engine is fitted with twin ground elec- trode spark plugs.

NOTICE

Use only twin ground electrode spark plugs for your engine perfor- mance.

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Brake system TANDEM MASTER CYLINDER BRAKE SYSTEM The tandem master cylinder brake sys- tem is a hydraulic system with two sepa- rate sub-systems. If either sub-system should fail, the other will still work. Howev- er, the pedal will be harder to press, and your stopping distance will be longer. Also, the brake system warning light may come on.

CAUTION

Do not drive your vehicle with only a single brake system. Have your brakes fixed immediately.

BRAKE BOOSTER The brake booster uses engine vacuum to power-assist the brakes. If the engine should quit while you are driving, you can bring the vehicle to a stop with normal pedal pressure. There is enough reserve vacuum for one or two stops—but no more!

CAUTION

(cid:1) Do not pump the brake pedal if the engine stalls. Each push on the pedal uses up your vacuum re- serve.

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(cid:1) Even if the power assist is com- pletely lost, the brakes will still work. But you will have to push the pedal hard—much harder than normal. And your braking distance will be longer.

ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (with “ABS” warning light) The anti-lock brake system is designed to prevent lock-up of the wheels during sud- den braking or braking on slippery road surfaces. This assists the driver in con- trolling the vehicle under these circum- stances. The anti-lock brake system becomes op- erative after the vehicle has accelerated to a speed in excess of approximately 10
km/h (6 mph). It stops operating when the vehicle decelerates to a speed below approximately 5 km/h (3 mph). You may hear a sound in the engine compartment for a few seconds when the engine is started or just after the vehicle is started. This means that the anti-lock brake system is in the self check mode, and does not indicate a malfunction. When the anti-lock brake system function is in action, you may feel the brake pedal pulsating and hear a noise. In this situa- tion, to let the anti-lock brake system work for you, just hold the brake pedal down more firmly. Do not pump the brake.

The brake pedal pulsation caused by the anti-lock brake system may indicate haz- ardous road surface conditions. Although the anti-lock brake system assists in pro- viding vehicle control, it is still important to drive with all due care, because the anti- lock brake system cannot overcome the laws of physics that act on your vehicle: (cid:1) Braking capability is dependent on tire

friction with the road surface.

(cid:1) Even though the anti-lock brake sys- tem is operating, a driver cannot main- tain full control on certain slippery road surfaces, when cornering at high speeds, or in violent maneuvers.

(cid:1) Avoid high speeds on wet roads. The anti-lock brake system cannot elimi- nate the risk of hydroplaning and loss of tire friction.

Always maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you. Compared with ve- hicles not fitted with an anti-lock brake system, your vehicle may require a longer stopping distance in the following cases: (cid:1) Driving on rough, gravel or snow-cov-

ered roads.

(cid:1) Driving with tire chains installed. (cid:1) Driving on roads where the road sur- face is pitted or has other differences in surface height.

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Even if the anti-lock brake system should fail, the brake system will still operate con- ventionally. Have your vehicle checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. DRUM-IN-DISC PARKING BRAKE SYSTEM (all 1MZ-FE engined vehicles, and some 5S-FE engined ve- hicles with anti-lock brake system) Your vehicle has a drum-in-disc type parking brake system. This type of brake system needs bedding-down of the brake shoes periodically or whenever the park- ing brake shoes and/or drums are re- placed. Have your Toyota dealer perform the bed- ding-down.

“ABS” warning light The light comes on when the ignition key is turned to the “ON” position. After about 3 seconds, the light will go off. 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. (cid:1) The light does not come on as de-

scribed above, or remains on.

(cid:1) The light comes on while driving.

Brake pad wear limit indicators

The brake pad wear limit indicators on your disc brakes give a warning noise when the brake pads are worn to where replacement is required. If you hear a squealing or scraping noise while driving, have the brake pads checked and replaced by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. Expensive ro- tor damage can result if the pads are not replaced when necessary.

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(cid:1) Do not place anything on the filler panel behind the rear seatback or luggage cover. Such items may be thrown about and possibly injure people in the vehicle during sud- den braking or an accident.

(cid:1) Do not drive with objects left on top of the instrument panel. They may interfere with the driver’s field of view. Or they may move during sharp vehicle acceleration or turn- ing, and impair the driver’s control of the vehicle. In an accident they may injure the vehicle occupants.

NOTICE

Do not load the vehicle beyond the vehicle capacity weight specified in Part 8.

Your Toyota’s identification

identification number The vehicle (VIN) is the legal identifier for your ve- hicle. This number is on the left top of the instrument panel, and can be seen through the windshield from outside. The vehicle identification number (VIN) is also on the Certification Label. This is the primary identification number for your Toyota. It is used in registering the ownership of your vehicle.

Luggage stowage precautions When stowing luggage or cargo in the ve- hicle, observe the following: (cid:1) Put luggage or cargo in the trunk or luggage compartment when at all pos- sible. Be sure all items are secured in place.

(cid:1) Be careful to keep the vehicle bal- anced. Locating the weight as far forward as possible helps maintain this.

(cid:1) For better fuel economy, do not carry

unneeded weight.

CAUTION

(cid:1) To prevent luggage or packages from sliding forward during brak- ing, do not stack anything in the enlarged trunk room or the lug- gage compartment higher than the seatbacks. Keep luggage or packages low, as close to the floor as possible.

(cid:1) Never allow anyone to ride in the enlarged trunk room or the lug- gage compartment. It is not de- signed for passengers. They should ride in their seats with their seat belts properly fastened. Otherwise, they are much more likely to suffer serious bodily inju- ry, in the event of sudden braking or a collision.

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The engine number is stamped on the engine block as shown.

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Theft prevention labels (except for Canada) Your new vehicle carries theft preven- tion labels which are approximately 56
mm (2.20 in.) by 16 mm (0.63 in.). The purpose of these labels is to reduce the incidence of vehicle thefts by facilitat- ing the tracing and recovery of parts from stolen vehicles. The label is designed so that once it is applied to a surface, any at- tempt to remove it will result in destroying the integrity of the label. Transferring these labels intact from one part to anoth- er, will be impossible.

NOTICE

You should not attempt to remove the theft prevention labels as it may violate certain state or federal laws.

Types of tires Make sure what kind of tires your ve- hicle is originally equipped with. 1. Summer tires Summer tires are high-speed capability tires best suited to highway driving under dry conditions. Since summer tires do not have the same traction performance as snow tires, sum- mer tires are inadequate for driving on snow-covered or icy roads. For driving on snow-covered or icy roads, we recom- mend using snow tires. If installing snow tires, be sure to replace all four tires. 2. All season tires All season tires are designed to provide better traction in snow and to be adequate for driving in most winter conditions, as well as for use all year round. All season tires, however, do not have ad- equate traction performance compared with snow tires in heavy or loose snow. Also, all season tires fall short in accelera- tion and handling performance compared with summer tires in highway driving.

CAUTION

Do not mix summer and all season tires on your vehicle as this can cause dangerous handling charac- teristics, resulting in loss of control.

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Before starting the engine 1. Check the area around the vehicle be- fore entering it. 2. Adjust seat position, seatback angle, head restraint height and steering wheel angle. 3. Adjust inside and outside rear view mirrors. 4. Lock all doors. 5. Fasten seat belts.

Part 3
STARTING AND DRIVING

(cid:1) Before starting the engine (cid:1) How to start the engine (cid:1) Tips for driving in various

conditions

(cid:1) Winter driving tips (cid:1) Trailer towing (cid:1) How to save fuel and make your

vehicle last longer, too

How to start the engine— (a) Before cranking 1. Apply the parking brake firmly. 2. Turn off unnecessary lights and acces- sories. 3. Manual transmission: Press the clutch pedal to the floor and shift the trans- mission into neutral. Hold the clutch pedal to the floor until the engine is started. A starter safety device will prevent the start- er from operating if the clutch pedal is not fully depressed. Automatic transmission: Put the selec- tor lever in “P”. If you need to restart the engine while the vehicle is moving, put the selector lever in “N”. A starter safety de- vice will prevent the starter from operating if the selector lever is in any drive position. 4. Automatic transmission only: De- press the brake pedal and hold it to the floor until driving off.

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NOTICE

(cid:2)Do not crank for more than 15
seconds at a time. This may overheat the starter and wiring systems.

(cid:2)Do not race a cold engine. (cid:2)If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently, have the engine checked immediately.

Tips for driving in various conditions (cid:1) Always slow down in gusty cross- winds. This will allow you much better control

(cid:1) Drive slowly onto curbs and, if pos- sible, at a right angle. Avoid driving onto high, sharp-edged objects and other road hazards. Failure to do so can lead to severe tire damage result- ing in tire bursts.

(cid:1) When parking on a hill, turn the front wheels until they touch the curb so that the vehicle will not roll. Apply the park- ing brake, and place the transmission in “P” (automatic) or in first or reverse (manual). If necessary, block the wheels.

(cid:1) Washing your vehicle or driving through deep water may get the brakes wet. To see whether they are wet, check that there is no traffic near you, and then press the pedal lightly. If you do not feel a normal braking force, the brakes are probably wet. To dry them, drive the vehicle cautiously while lightly pressing the brake pedal with the parking brake pulled. If they still do not work safely, pull to the side of the road and call a Toyota dealer for assistance.

(b) Starting the engine Before starting the engine, be sure to fol- low the instructions in “(a) Before crank- ing”. Normal starting procedure The multiport fuel injection system/se- quential multiport fuel injection system in your engine automatically controls the proper air-fuel mixture for starting. You can start a cold or hot engine as follows: 1. With your foot off the accelerator ped- al, crank the engine by turning the key to “START”. Release it when the engine starts. 2. After the engine runs for about 10 sec- onds, you are ready to drive. If the weather is below freezing, let the en- gine warm up for a few minutes before driving. If the engine stalls... Simply restart it, using the correct proce- dure given in normal starting. If the engine will not start— See “If your vehicle will not start” in Part 4.

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CAUTION

(cid:1) Before driving off, make sure that the parking brake is fully released and the parking brake reminder light is off.

(cid:1) Do not leave your vehicle unat- tended while the engine is run- ning.

(cid:1) Do not rest your foot on the brake pedal while driving. It can cause dangerous overheating, needless wear, and poor fuel economy.

(cid:1) To drive down a long or steep hill, reduce your speed and downshift. Remember, if you ride the brakes excessively, they may overheat and not work properly.

(cid:1) Be careful when accelerating, up- shifting, downshifting or braking on a slippery surface. Sudden ac- celeration or engine braking could cause the vehicle to spin or skid.

(cid:1) Do not drive in excess of the speed limit. Even if the legal speed limit permits it, do not drive over 140
km/h (85 mph) unless your vehicle has high-speed capability tires. Driving over 140 km/h (85 mph) may result in tire failure, loss of control and possible injury. Be sure to consult a tire dealer to de- termine whether the tires on your vehicle are high-speed capability tires or not before driving at such speeds.

(cid:1) Do not continue normal driving when the brakes are wet. If they are wet, your vehicle will require a lon- ger stopping distance, and it may pull to one side when the brakes are applied. Also, the parking brake will not hold the vehicle se- curely.

Winter driving tips Make sure you have ethylene-glycol antifreeze in the radiator.

NOTICE

Do not use alcohol type antifreeze.

Check the condition of the battery and cables. Cold temperatures reduce the capacity of any battery, so it must be in top shape to provide enough power for winter starting. Chapter 7-3 tells you how to visually in- spect the battery. Your Toyota dealer and most service stations will be pleased to check the level of charge. Make sure the engine oil viscosity is suitable for the cold weather. See Chapter 7-2 for recommended vis- cosity. Leaving a heavy summer oil in your vehicle during winter months may cause harder starting. If you are not sure about which oil to use, call your Toyota dealer— 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. To open a frozen lock, try heating the key before in- serting it.

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Depending on where you are driving, we recommend you carry some emer- gency equipment. Some of the things you might put in the ve- hicle are tire chains, window scraper, bag of sand or salt, flares, small shovel, jump- er cables, etc.

Trailer towing Your vehicle is designed primarily as a passenger-carrying vehicle. Towing a trailer will have an adverse effect on han- dling, performance, braking, durability and driving economy (fuel consumption, etc.). Your safety and satisfaction depend on the proper use of correct equipment and cautious driving habits. For your safe- ty and the safety of others, you must not overload your vehicle or trailer. Toyota warranties do not apply to damage or mal- function caused by towing a trailer for commercial purposes. Ask your local To- yota dealer for further details before tow- ing. WEIGHT LIMITS Before towing, make sure the total trailer weight, gross vehicle weight, gross axle weight and trailer tongue load are all within the limits. The total trailer weight and tongue load can be measured with platform scales found at a highway weighing station, building supply company, trucking com- pany, junk yard, etc.

Use a washer fluid containing an anti- freeze solution. This product is available at your Toyota dealer and most auto parts stores. Follow the manufacturer’s directions for how much to mix with water.

NOTICE

Do not use engine antifreeze or any other substitute because it may damage your vehicle’s paint.

Do not use your parking brake when there is a possibility it could freeze. When parking, put the transmission into “P” (automatic) or into first or reverse (manual) and block the rear wheels. Do not use the parking brake, or snow or wa- ter accumulated in and around the parking brake mechanism may freeze, making it hard to release. Keep ice and snow from accumulating under the fenders. Ice and snow built up under your fenders can make steering difficult. During bad winter driving, stop and check under the fenders occasionally.

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(cid:1) The load on either the front or rear axle resulting from distribution of the gross vehicle weight on both axles must not exceed the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) listed on the Certification Label.

(cid:1) The trailer cargo load should be distributed so that the tongue load is 9 to 11% of the total trailer weight, not exceeding the maxi- mum of 90 kg (200 lb.). Never load the trailer with more weight in the back than in the front. About 60% of the trailer load should be in the front half of the trailer and the re- maining 40% in the rear.

CAUTION

(cid:1) The total trailer weight (trailer weight plus its cargo load) must not exceed 907 kg (2000 lb.). Ex- ceeding this weight is dangerous. (cid:1) The gross vehicle weight must not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) indicated on the Certification Label. The gross ve- hicle weight is the sum of weights of the unloaded vehicle, driver, passengers, luggage, hitch and trailer tongue load. It also in- cludes the weight of any special equipment installed on your ve- hicle.

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(cid:1) A safety chain must always be used between the towing vehicle and the trailer. Leave sufficient slack in the chain for turns. The chain should cross under the trailer tongue to prevent the tongue from dropping to the ground in case it becomes damaged or separated. For correct safety chain procedures, follow the hitch or trailer manufacturer’s rec- ommendations.

CAUTION

(cid:1) If the total trailer weight exceeds 453 kg (1000 lb.), trailer brakes are required.

(cid:1) Never tap into your vehicle’s hy- draulic system as it would lower its braking effectiveness.

(cid:1) Never tow a trailer without using a safety chain securely attached to both the trailer and the vehicle. If damage occurs to the coupling unit or hitch ball, there is danger of the trailer wandering over into another lane.

TIRES (cid:1) Ensure that your vehicle’s tires are properly inflated. Adjust the tire pres- sure to the recommended cold tire pressure indicated below (see Chap- ter 7-2 for instructions.):

Tire pressure, kPa (kgf/cm2 or bar, psi)

Sedan and coupe

5S-FE engine

Front Rear

1MZ-FE engine

Front Rear

Wagon

5S-FE engine

Front Rear

1MZ-FE engine

Front Rear

210 (2.1, 30) 210 (2.1, 30)

220 (2.2, 32) 220 (2.2, 32)

220 (2.2, 32) 240 (2.4, 35)

220 (2.2, 32) 240 (2.4, 35)

(cid:1) The trailer tires should be inflated to the pressure recommended by the trailer manufacturer in respect to the total trailer weight.

HITCHES (cid:1) Use only a hitch which is recom- mended by the hitch manufacturer and conforms to the total trailer weight re- quirement.

(cid:1) Follow the directions supplied by the hitch manufacturer. Lubricate the hitch ball with a light coat of grease.

(cid:1) Toyota recommends removing the trailer hitch whenever you are not tow- ing a trailer to reduce the possibility of additional damage caused by the hitch if your vehicle is struck from behind.

NOTICE

Do not use axle-mounted hitches as they can cause damage to the axle housing, wheel bearings, wheels or tires. Also, never install a hitch which may interfere with the normal function of an Energy Absorbing Bumper, if so equipped.

BRAKES AND SAFETY CHAINS (cid:1) Toyota recommends trailers with brakes that conform to any applica- ble federal and state/provincial reg- ulations.

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TRAILER LIGHTS (cid:1) Trailer lights must comply with federal, state/provincial and local regulations. See your local recreational vehicle dealer or rental agency for the correct type of wiring and relays for your trail- er. Check for correct operation of the turn signals and stop lights each time you hitch up. Direct splicing may dam- age your vehicle’s electrical system and cause a malfunction of your lights.

BREAK-IN SCHEDULE (cid:1) Toyota recommends that you do not tow a trailer with a new vehicle or a ve- hicle with any new power train compo- nent (engine, transmission, differen- tial, wheel bearing, etc.) for the first 800 km (500 miles) of driving.

MAINTENANCE

(cid:1)

If you tow a trailer, your vehicle will re- quire more frequent maintenance due to the additional load. For this informa- tion, please refer to the scheduled maintenance information in the “Own- er’s Manual Supplement/Maintenance Schedule”.

(cid:1) Retighten all fixing bolts of the towing ball and bracket after approximately 1000 km (600 miles) of trailer driving.

PRE-T OWING SAFETY CHECK (cid:1) Check that your vehicle remains level when a loaded or unloaded trailer is hitched. Do not drive if the vehicle has an abnormal nose-up or nose-down condition, and check for improper tongue load, overload, worn suspen- sion or other possible causes.

(cid:1) Make sure the trailer cargo is securely

loaded so that it cannot shift.

(cid:1) Check that your rear view mirrors con- form to any applicable federal, state/ provincial or local regulation. If not, install the rear view mirrors required for towing purpose.

TRAILER TOWING TIPS When towing a trailer, your vehicle will handle differently than when not tow- ing. The three main causes of vehicle- trailer accidents are driver error, ex- cessive speed and improper trailer loading. Keep these in mind when tow- ing: (cid:1) Before starting out, check operation of the lights and all vehicle-trailer con- nections. After driving a short dis- tance, stop and recheck the lights and connections. Before actually towing a trailer, practice turning, stopping and backing with a trailer in an area away from traffic until you learn the feel.

(cid:1) Backing with a trailer is difficult and re- quires practice. Grip the bottom of the steering wheel and move your hand to the left to move the trailer to the left. Move your hand to the right to move the trailer to the right. (This procedure is generally opposite to that when backing without a trailer). Also, just turn the steering wheel a little at a time, avoiding sharp or prolonged turning. Have someone guide you when back- ing to reduce the risk of an accident. (cid:1) Because stopping distance may be in- creased, vehicle-to-vehicle distance should be increased when towing a trailer. For each 16 km/h (10 mph) of speed, allow at least one vehicle and trailer length between you and the ve- hicle ahead. Avoid sudden braking as you may skid, resulting in jackknifing and loss of control. This is especially true on wet or slippery surfaces.

(cid:1) Avoid jerky starts or sudden accelera- tion. If your vehicle has manual trans- mission, prevent excessive clutch slip- page by keeping engine rpm low and not racing the engine. Always start out in first gear.

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In order to maintain engine braking ef- ficiency, do not use fifth gear (manual transmission) or overdrive (automatic transmission).

(cid:1) Because of the added load of the trail- er, your vehicle’s engine may overheat on hot days (at temperatures over 30°C [85°F]) when going up a long or steep grade with a trailer. If the engine coolant temperature gauge indicates overheating, immediately turn off the air conditioning (if in use), pull off the road and stop in a safe spot. Refer to “If your vehicle overheats” in Part 4 of this manual.

(cid:1) Always place wheel blocks under both the vehicle and trailer wheels when parking. Apply the parking brake firm- ly. Put the transmission in “P” (auto- matic) or in first or reverse (manual). Avoid parking on a slope with a trailer, but if it cannot be avoided, do so only after performing the following:

1. Apply the brakes and hold. 2. Have someone place wheel blocks un- der both the vehicle and trailer wheels. 3. When the wheel blocks are in place, release your brakes slowly until the blocks absorb the load. 4. Apply the parking brake firmly. 5. Shift into first or reverse (manual) or “P” (automatic) and turn off the engine. When restarting out after parking on a slope: 1. With the transmission in “P” position (automatic) or the clutch pedal depressed (manual), start the engine. (With an auto- matic transmission, be sure to keep the brake pedal depressed.) 2. Shift into gear. 3. Release the parking brake (also foot brake on automatic transmission ve- hicles) and slowly pull or back away from the wheel blocks. Stop and apply your brakes. 4. Have someone retrieve the blocks.

(cid:1) Avoid jerky steering and sharp turns. The trailer could hit your vehicle in a tight turn. Slow down before making a turn to avoid the necessity of sudden braking.

(cid:1) Remember that when making a turn, the trailer wheels will be closer than the vehicle wheels to the inside of the turn. Therefore, compensate for this by making a larger than normal turning radius with your vehicle.

(cid:1) Crosswinds and rough roads will ad- versely affect handling of your vehicle and trailer, causing sway. Pay atten- tion to the rear from time to time to pre- pare yourself for being passed by large trucks or buses, which may cause your vehicle and trailer to sway. If swaying happens, firmly grip the steering wheel and reduce speed immediately but gradually. Never increase speed. Steer straight ahead. If you make no extreme correction with the steering or brakes, the vehicle and trailer will sta- bilize.

(cid:1) Be careful when passing other ve- hicles. Passing requires considerable distance. After passing a vehicle, do not forget the length of your trailer and be sure you have plenty of room be- fore changing lanes.

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CAUTION

(cid:1) Do not exceed 72 km/h (45 mph) or the posted towing speed limit, whichever is lower. Because insta- bility (swaying) of a towing ve- hicle-trailer combination usual- ly increases as the speed in- creases, exceeding 72 km/h (45
mph) may cause loss of control.

(cid:1) Slow down and downshift before descending steep or long down- hill grades. Do not make sudden downshifts.

(cid:1) Avoid holding the pedal down too long or too frequently. This could cause the brakes to overheat and result in reduced braking efficiency.

How to save fuel and make your vehicle last longer, too Getting more kilometers/mileage from a li- ter/gallon of fuel is easy—just take it easy. It will help make your vehicle last longer, too. Here are some specific tips on how to save money on both fuel and repairs: (cid:1) Keep your tires inflated at the cor- rect pressure. Underinflation causes tire wear and wastes fuel. See Chapter 7-2 for instructions.

(cid:1) Do not carry unneeded weight in your vehicle. Excess weight puts a heavier load on the engine, causing greater fuel consumption.

(cid:1) Avoid

lengthy warm-up

idling. Once the engine is running smoothly, begin driving—but gently. Remember, however, that on cold winter days this may take a little longer.

(cid:1) Accelerate slowly and smoothly. Avoid jackrabbit starts. Get into high gear as quickly as possible.

(cid:1) Avoid long engine idling. If you have a long wait and you are not in traffic, it is better to turn off the engine and start again later.

(cid:1) Avoid engine lug or overrevving. Use a gear position suitable for the road on which you are travelling.

(cid:1) Avoid continuous speeding up and slowing down. Stop-and-go driving wastes fuel.

(cid:1) Avoid unnecessary stopping and braking. Maintain a steady pace. Try to time the traffic signals so you only need to stop as little as possible or take advantage of through streets to avoid traffic lights. Keep a proper distance from other vehicles to avoid sudden braking. This will also reduce wear on your brakes.

(cid:1) Avoid heavy traffic or traffic jams

whenever possible.

(cid:1) Do not rest your foot on the clutch or brake pedal. This causes needless wear, overheating and poor fuel econ- omy.

(cid:1) Maintain a moderate speed on highways. The faster you drive, the greater the fuel consumption. By re- ducing your speed, you will cut down on fuel consumption.

(cid:1) Keep the front wheels in proper alignment. Avoid hitting the curb and slow down on rough roads. Improper alignment not only causes faster tire wear but also puts an extra load on the engine, which, in turn, wastes fuel.

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(cid:1) Keep the bottom of your vehicle free from mud, etc. This not only lessens weight but also helps prevent corrosion.

(cid:1) Keep your vehicle tuned-up and in top shape. A dirty air cleaner, improp- er valve clearance, dirty plugs, dirty oil and grease, brakes not adjusted, etc. all lower engine performance and con- tribute to poor fuel economy. For lon- ger life of all parts and lower operating costs, keep all maintenance work on schedule, and if you often drive under severe conditions, see that your ve- hicle receives more frequent mainte- nance (For scheduled maintenance in- formation, please refer to the separate “Owner’s Manual Supplement/Main- tenance Schedule”).

CAUTION

Never turn off the engine to coast down hills. Your power steering and brake booster will not function without the engine running. Also, the emission control system oper- ates properly only when the engine is running.

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If the engine turns over at its normal speed but will not start— 1. 5S-FE engine only—Check that all the push-on connectors are tight. (For exam- ple, connectors at the distributor and spark plugs.) 2. If the connectors are O.K., the engine may be flooded because of repeated cranking. See “(b) Starting a flooded en- gine” for further instructions.

Part 4
IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY

(cid:1) If your vehicle will not start (cid:1) If your engine stalls while

driving

(cid:1) If your vehicle overheats (cid:1) If you have a flat tire (cid:1) If your vehicle needs to be

towed

(cid:1) If you cannot shift automatic

transmission selector lever

(cid:1) If you lose your keys

If your vehicle will not start— (a) Simple checks

Before making these checks, make sure you have followed the correct starting pro- cedure given in “How to start the engine” in Part 3 and that you have sufficient fuel. If the engine is not turning over or is turning over too slowly— 1. Check that the battery terminals are tight and clean. 2. If the battery terminals are O.K., switch on the interior light. 3. If the light is out, dim or goes out when the starter is cranked, the battery is dis- charged. You may try jump starting. See “(c) Jump starting” for further instructions. If the light is O.K., but the engine still will not start, it needs adjustment or repair. Call a Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop.

NOTICE

Do not pull- or push-start the ve- hicle. It may damage the vehicle or cause a collision when the engine starts. Also the three-way catalytic converter may overheat and be- come a fire hazard.

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(b) Starting a flooded engine If the engine will not start, your engine may be flooded because of repeated cranking. If this happens, turn the key to “START” with the accelerator pedal held down. Keep the key and accelerator pedal so for 15 seconds and release them. Then try starting the engine with your foot off the accelerator pedal. If the engine does not start after 15 sec- onds of cranking, release the key, wait a few minutes and try again. If the engine still will not start, it needs ad- justment or repair. Call a Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop for assistance.

NOTICE

Do not crank for more than 15 sec- onds at a time. This may overheat the starter and wiring systems.

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(c) Jump starting

To avoid serious personal injury and damage to your vehicle which might result from battery explosion, acid burns, electrical burns, or damaged electronic components, these instruc- tions must be followed precisely. If you are unsure about how to follow this procedure, we strongly recommend that you seek the help of a competent me- chanic or towing service.

CAUTION

(cid:1) Batteries contain sulfuric acid which is poisonous and corrosive. Wear protective safety glasses when jump starting, and avoid spilling acid on your skin, clothing, or vehicle.

(cid:1) If you should accidentally get acid on yourself or in your eyes, remove any contaminated clothing and flush the affected area with water for at least 15 minutes. Then get im- mediate medical attention. If pos- sible, continue to apply water with a sponge or cloth while en route to the medical office.

(cid:1) The gas normally produced by a battery will explode if a flame or spark is brought near. Use only standardized jumper cables and do not smoke or light a match while jump starting.

NOTICE

The battery used for boosting must be 12 V. Do not jump start unless you are sure that the booster battery is correct.

JUMP STARTING PROCEDURE 1. If the booster battery is installed in another vehicle, make sure the vehicles are not touching. Turn off all unnecessary lights and accessories. 2. If required, remove all the vent plugs from the booster and discharged batter- ies. Lay a cloth over the open vents on the batteries. (This helps reduce the explo- sion hazard, personal injuries and burns.) 3. If the engine in the vehicle with the booster battery is not running, start it and let it run for a few minutes. During jump starting, run the engine at about 2000 rpm with the accelerator pedal lightly de- pressed.

4. Connect the jumper cables in the exact order shown in the illustration: positive terminal (“+” mark)-to-positive terminal (“+” mark), and negative terminal (“-” mark)-to-engine or body ground. Note that you first connect the positive cable to the discharged battery and then to the booster battery. Next, connect the negative cable to the booster battery and then to a solid, stationary, unpainted, me- tallic point (e.g. 5S-FE engine—engine hanging hook, 1MZ-FE engine—cylinder head) away from the battery. Do not con- nect it to or near any part that moves when the engine is cranked.

CAUTION

When making the connections, do not lean over the battery or acciden- tally let the jumper cables or clamps touch anything except the correct battery terminals or the ground.

5. Start your engine in the normal way. After starting, run it at about 2000 rpm for several minutes with the accelerator ped- al lightly depressed. 6. Carefully disconnect the cables in the exact reverse order: the negative cable and then the positive cable. 7. Carefully dispose of the battery cover cloths—they may now contain sulfuric acid.

8. If removed, replace all the battery vent plugs. If the cause of your battery discharging is not apparent (for example, lights left on), you should have it checked.

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If your engine stalls while driving If your engine stalls while driving… 1. Reduce your speed gradually, keeping a straight line. Move cautiously off the road to a safe place. 2. Turn on your emergency flashers. 3. Try starting the engine again. If the engine will not start, see “If your ve- hicle will not start”.

CAUTION

If the engine is not running, the power assist for the brakes and steering will not work so steering and braking will be much harder than usual.

If your vehicle overheats (5S-FE engine) If your engine coolant temperature gauge indicates overheating, if you experience a loss of power, or if you hear a loud knocking or pinging noise, the engine has probably overheated. You should follow this procedure… 1. Pull safely off the road, stop the vehicle and turn on your emergency flashers. Put the transmission in “P” (automatic) or neu- tral (manual) and apply the parking brake. Turn off the air conditioning if it is being used. 2. If coolant or steam is boiling out of the radiator or reservoir, stop the engine. Wait until the steam subsides before opening the hood. If there is no coolant boiling over or steam, leave the engine running and make sure the electric cooling fan is oper- ating. If it is not, turn the ignition off.

CAUTION

To help avoid personal injury, keep the hood closed until there is no steam. Escaping steam or coolant is a sign of very high pressure.

3. Look for obvious coolant leaks from the radiator, hoses, and under the vehicle. However, note that water draining from the air conditioning is normal if it has been used.

CAUTION

When the engine is running, keep hands and clothing away from the moving fan and engine drive belts.

4. If the coolant is leaking, stop the en- gine immediately. Call a Toyota dealer for assistance. 5. If there are no obvious leaks, check the coolant reservoir. If it is dry, add coolant to the reservoir while the engine is running. Fill it about half full.

CAUTION

Do not attempt to remove the radia- tor cap when the engine and radia- tor are hot. Serious injury could re- sult from scalding hot fluid and steam blown out under pressure.

6. After the engine coolant temperature has cooled to normal, again check the coolant level in the reservoir. If necessary, bring it up to half full again. Serious cool- ant loss indicates a leak in the system. You should have it checked as soon as possible at your Toyota dealer.

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If your vehicle overheats 1MZ-FE engine) If your engine coolant temperature gauge indicates overheating, if you experience a loss of power, or if you