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Foreword
Welcome to the growing group of value−conscious people who drive Toyotas. We are proud of the advanced engineering and quality construction of each vehicle we build. This Owner’s Manual explains the features of your new Toyota. Please read it and follow the instructions carefully so that you can enjoy many years of safe motoring. When it comes to service, remember that your Toyota dealer knows your vehicle best and is interested in your complete satisfaction. He will provide quality mainte- nance and any other assistance you may require. Please leave this Owner’s Manual in this vehicle at the time of resale. The next owner will need this information also. All information and specifications in this manual are current at the time of printing. However, because of Toyota’s policy of continual product improve- ment, we reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice. Please note that this manual applies to all models and explains all equipment, including options. Therefore, you may find some explanations for equipment not installed on your vehicle.
© 1999 TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION All rights reserved. This material may not be reproduced or copied, in whole or in part, without the written permission of Toyota Motor Corporation.
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Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Toyota
A wide variety of non−genuine spare parts and accesso- ries for Toyota vehicles are currently available in the market. You should know that Toyota does not warrant these products and is not responsible for their perfor- mance, repair, or replacement, or for any damage they may cause to, or adverse effect they may have on, your Toyota vehicle.
This vehicle should not be modified with non−genuine Toyota products. Modification with non−genuine Toyota products could affect its performance, safety or durabili- ty, and may even violate governmental regulations. In addition, damage or performance problems resulting from the modification may not be covered under warranty.
New vehicle warranty
Your new vehicle limited warranties:
is covered by
the
following Toyota
D New vehicle warranty D Emission control systems warranty D Others further
information, please refer
Information Booklet”, or
For Warranty Supplement”.
to the “Owner’s “Owner’s Manual
Your responsibility for maintenance
It is the owner’s responsibility to make sure that the speci- fied maintenance is performed. Section 6 gives details of these maintenance requirements. Also included in Section 6 is general maintenance. For scheduled maintenance in- formation, please refer to the separate “Scheduled Mainte- nance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”.
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Spark ignition system of
your Toyota
The spark ignition system in your Toyota meets all re- quirements of the Canadian Interference−Causing Equip- ment Standard.
Installation of a mobile two−way radio system
Scrapping of your Toyota
The SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner devices in your Toyota contain explosive chemicals. If the vehicle is scrapped with the airbags and pretensioners left as they are, this may cause an accident such as fire. Be sure to have the systems of the SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner removed and disposed of by the quali- fied service shop or by your Toyota dealer before you dispose of your vehicle.
fuel
injection system/sequential multiport
As the installation of a mobile two−way radio system in your vehicle could affect electronic systems such as multiport fuel injection system, cruise control system, anti−lock brake system, traction control system, SRS airbag system and seat belt pretensioner system, be sure to check with your Toyota dealer for precautionary measures or special instructions regarding installation.
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Important information about this manual
Safety and vehicle damage warnings
Safety symbol
In this manual, you will see CAUTION and NOTICE warn- ings. These are used in the following ways:
CAUTION
This is a warning against something which may cause injury to people if the warning is ignored. You are informed what you must or must not do in order to avoid or reduce the risk to yourself and other people.
NOTICE
This is a warning against something which may cause damage to the vehicle or its equipment if the warning is ignored. You are informed what you must or must not do in order to avoid or reduce the risk of damage to your vehicle and its equipment.
In this manual, you will also see a circle with a slash through it. This means “Do not”, “Do not do this”, or “Do not let this happen”.
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Model Code
Check the model code to see what type of model your vehicle is.
Basic code
SXV20: Models with 5S−FE engine MCV20: Models with 1MZ−FE engine
S X V 2 0 − N
Grade
N: LE G: XLE D: CE
The model code appears on the manufacturer’s plate with the heading “MODEL”. See “Your Toyota’s identification” in Section 2 for the manufacturer’s plate location.
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Quick index D If a service reminder indicator or warning buzzer comes on D If your vehicle will not start D If your engine stalls while driving D If your vehicle overheats D If you have a flat tire D If your vehicle needs to be towed D Tips for driving during break−in period D How to start the engine D General maintenance D Complete index Gas station information Fuel type:
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5S−FE engine: UNLEADED gasoline, Octane Rating 87
(Research Octane Number 91) or higher
1MZ−FE engine: UNLEADED gasoline, Octane Rating 87
(Research Octane Number 91) or higher.
For improved vehicle performance, the use of premium unleaded
gasoline with an Octane Rating of 91 (Research Octane Number 96)
or higher is recommended.
See page 162 for detailed information.
Fuel tank capacity:
70 L (18.5 gal., 15.4 lmp. gal.)
Engine oil:
API grade SJ, “Energy−Conserving” or ILSAC multigrade engine oil is recommended. See page 226 for detailed information.
Automatic transmission fluid:
Automatic transmission fluid D−II or DEXRONrIII (DEXRONrII)
Tire information: See pages 230 through 234. Tire pressure: See page 254.
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SECTION 1− 1
OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Overview of instruments and controls Instrument panel overview Instrument cluster overview Indicator symbols on the instrument panel
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Instrument panel overview
1. Rear view mirror remote control levers 2. Side defroster outlets 3. Side vents 4. Instrument cluster 5. Center vents 6. Glove box 7. Electric moon roof switch and
personal light
8. Garage door opener box or
auxiliary box
9. Power door lock switches 10. Power window switches 11. Cup holders 12. Cup holder or rear ashtray 13. Parking brake lever 14. Automatic
lever or manual transmission gear shift lever
transmission selector
15. Auxiliary boxes 16. Hood lock release lever 17. Window lock switch
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1. Power rear view mirror control switch 2. Headlight and turn signal switch 3. Wiper and washer switches 4. Clock or clock/outside temperature
gauge
5. Emergency flasher switch 6. Car audio 7. Rear window and outside rear view
mirror defoggers switch 8. Air conditioning controls 9. Front ashtray 10. Power outlet 11. Cigarette lighter 12. Ignition switch 13. Cruise control switch 14. Tilt steering lock release lever 15. Traction control system off switch 16. Instrument panel light control knob
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Instrument cluster overview
1. Engine coolant temperature gauge 2. Service reminder indicators and
indicator lights
3. Fuel gauge
4. Speedometer 5. Odometer and two trip meters 6. Theft deterrent system/Engine
immobiliser system indicator light
7. Tachometer 8. Trip meter reset knob 9. Low fuel level warning light
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Indicator symbols on the instrument panel
(type A)
(type B)
(type A)
(type B)
Brake system warning light∗1
Seat belt reminder light∗1
Discharge warning light∗1
Malfunction indicator lamp∗1
Rear light failure warning light∗1
SRS warning light∗1
Low windshield washer fluid level warning
light∗1
Traction control system off indicator/warning
light∗1
Turn signal indicator lights
Low oil pressure warning light∗1
Headlight high beam indicator light
Anti−lock brake system warning light∗1
Overdrive−off indicator light
Cruise control indicator light∗2
Open door warning light∗1
Automatic transmission indicator lights
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Slip indicator light
∗1: For details, see “Service reminder
indicators and warning
buzzers” in Section 1−5.
∗2: If this light flashes, see “Cruise control” in Section 1−6.
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SECTION 1− 2
OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Keys and Doors Keys Engine immobiliser system Side doors Power windows Trunk lid Hood Theft deterrent system Fuel tank cap Electric moon roof
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Keys (without engine immobiliser system)
Keys (with engine immobiliser system)
Your vehicle is supplied with two kinds of keys. 1. Master key—This key works in every
lock.
2. Sub key—This key will not work in the
glove box and trunk.
To protect things locked in the glove box or trunk when you have your vehicle parked, leave the sub key with the atten- dant. Since lid can be locked without a key, you should always carry a spare master key in case you accidentally lock your keys inside the ve- hicle.
the doors and
trunk
KEY NUMBER PLATE Your key number is shown on the plate. Keep the plate in a safe place such as your wallet, not in the vehicle. If you should lose your keys or if you need additional keys, duplicates can be made by a Toyota dealer using the key number. We recommend you to write down the key number and keep it in safe place.
Your vehicle is supplied with two kinds of keys. 1. Master key (black)—This key works in lock. Your Toyota dealer will every need it to make you a new key with built−in transponder chip.
2. Sub key (gray)—This key will not work
in the glove box and trunk.
A transponder chip for engine immobiliser system has been filled in the head of the master and sub keys. These chips are needed to enable the system to function correctly, so be careful not to lose these keys. If you make your own duplicate key, you will not be able to cancel the system or start the engine.
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To protect things locked in the glove box or trunk when you have your vehicle parked, leave the sub key with the atten- dant. Since the door can be locked without a key, you should always carry a spare master key in case you accidentally lock your keys inside the vehicle.
NOTICE
the
When using a key containing a trans- ponder chip, observe following precautions: z When starting the engine, do not use the key with a key ring resting on the key grip and do not press the key ring against the key grip. Otherwise the engine may not start, or may stop soon after it starts.
z When starting the engine, do not use the key with other transponder keys around (including keys of oth- er vehicles) and do not press other key plates against the key grip. Otherwise the engine may not start, or may stop soon after it starts. If this happens, remove the key once and then insert it again after taking off other transporter keys (including keys of other vehicles) from the ring or while gripping or covering them with your hand to start the engine.
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z Do not cover the key grip with any material that cuts off electromagnet- ic waves.
z Do not knock the key hard against
other objects.
z Do not leave the key exposed to high temperatures for a long period, such as on the dashboard and hood under the direct sunlight.
z Do not put the key
in water or
wash it in an ultrasonic washer.
z Do not bend the key grip.
z Do not use the key with electromag-
netic materials.
KEY NUMBER PLATE Your key number is shown on the plate. Keep the plate in a safe place such as your wallet, not in the vehicle. If you should lose your keys or if you need additional keys, duplicates can be made by a Toyota dealer using the key number. We recommend you to write down the key number and keep it in safe place.
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Engine immobiliser system
immobiliser system
The engine is a theft prevention system. When you in- sert the key in the ignition switch, the transporter chip the key’s head transmits an electronic code to the ve- hicle. The engine will start, only when the electronic code in the chip corre- sponds to the registered ID code for the vehicle.
in
Inserting the registered key in the ignition switch automatically cancels the system, which enables the engine to start. The indicator light will go off. For your Toyota dealer to make you a new key with built−in transporter chip, your dealer will need your key number and master key. However, there is a limit to the number of additional keys your Toyota dealer can make for you. If you make your own duplicate key, you will not be able to cancel the sys- tem or start the engine.
NOTICE
remove or disas- Do not modify, immobiliser sys- semble the engine tem. If any unauthorized changes or modifications are made, the proper operation of the system cannot be guaranteed.
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The system is automatically set when the key is removed from the ignition switch. The indicator light will start flashing every 1 second to show the system is set. If either of the following indicator condi- tions occurs, contact your Toyota dealer. D The light stays on except when the theft deterrent system is set- ting or activating. (See “Theft deterrent system”)
indicator
D The indicator light does not start flash- ing when the key is removed from the ignition switch.
D The indicator light flashes unsteady.
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For vehicles sold in U.S.A.
For vehicles sold in Canada
Side doors—
This device complies with RSS−210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause interfer- ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
interference,
including
FCC ID: MOZ RI−4ETY MADE IN JAPAN This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, includ- ing interference that may cause unde- sired operation.
CAUTION
Changes or modifications not ex- pressly approved by the party respon- sible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equip- ment.
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LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH KEY Insert the key into the keyhole and turn it. To lock: Turn the key forward. To unlock: Turn the key backward. Vehicles with power door lock system—All the doors lock and unlock simultaneously with either front door. In the driver’s door lock, turning the key once will unlock the driver’s door and twice in succession will unlock all the doors simultaneously.
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LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH Push the switch. To lock: Push the switch on the front side. To unlock: Push the switch on the rear side. All the doors lock or unlock simultaneous- ly.
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Driver’s side
LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH INSIDE LOCK BUTTON Move the lock button. To lock: Push the knob forward. To unlock: Pull the knob backward. Closing the door with the lock knob in the lock position will also lock the door. Be careful not to lock your keys in the ve- hicle. Vehicles with power door sys- tem—The door cannot be locked if you leave the key in the ignition switch.
lock
Passenger’s side
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CAUTION
Before driving, be sure that the doors are closed and locked, especially when small children are in the ve- hicle. Along with the proper use of seat belts, locking the doors helps prevent the driver and passengers from being thrown out from the ve- hicle during an accident. It also helps prevent the doors from being opened unintentionally.
—Wireless remote control
Locking operation
Unlocking operation
to
the
lock
lever
the “LOCK”
REAR DOOR CHILD−PROTECTORS Move position as shown on the label. This feature allows you to lock a rear door so it can be opened from the outside only, not from inside. We recommend us- ing this feature whenever small children are in the vehicle.
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the
AND
UNLOCKING
the doors, or activate
Your vehicle has a wireless remote control system that can lock or unlock all theft deterrent system from a distance within approximately 1 m (3 ft.) of the vehicle. LOCKING THE DOORS To lock and unlock all the doors, push the switches of the transmitter slowly and securely. To lock: Push the “LOCK” switch. All the doors are locked simultaneously. At this time one beep will be heard, and the parking lights, side marker lights, license plate lights and tail lights will flash once. Check to see that the doors are securely locked. If any door is not securely closed, locking cannot be performed by “LOCK” switch and a beep will sound continuously for 10 seconds. However, if the key is in the ignition, a beep will not sound. To stop the beep, close all the doors se- curely or push the “UNLOCK” switch.
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“UNLOCK” switch To unlock: Push once the driver’s door. Pushing the switch twice within 3 seconds unlocks all the doors simultaneously. Each time the “UNLOCK” switch is pushed, two the parking beeps will be heard, and lights, side marker lights, license plate lights and tail lights will flash twice. When the “UNLOCK” switch is pressed, the interior light and/or ignition key light come on. The lights remains on for about 15 seconds unless any door is opened then and closed. (For further information, see “Interior lights” and/or “Ignition switch light” in Section 1−4.) You have 30 seconds to open a door after using the wireless remote unlock feature. If a door is not opened by then, all the doors will be automatically locked again and one beep will be heard. If the “LOCK” or “UNLOCK” switch is kept pressed in, the locking or unlocking opera- tion is not repeated. Release the button and then push again.
SWITCHING BEEP SOUND ON AND OFF You can switch the beep on and off. (The beep is on initially and after battery re- placement.) To switch the beep on and off: With the driver’s door opened— 1. Insert the ignition key and remove it. 2. Within 5 seconds,
ignition key again and turn it to the “ON” posi- tion.
insert
the
3. Push the same “LOCK”, “UNLOCK” or twice within 10 sec-
“PANIC” button onds. Two beep sounds inform you that the program has been switched on or off. If this procedure is not followed exactly, the beep will not operate as expected. Check the beep ON/OFF operation by pushing the transmitter switch after you finish this procedure. If the beep does not operate as expected, repeat this proce- dure from step 1.
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REMOTE
CONTROL
WIRELESS TRANSMITTER The wireless remote control transmitter is an electronic component. Observe the fol- lowing instructions in order not to cause damage to the transmitter. D Do not leave the transmitter on places the temperature becomes high
where such as on the dashboard.
D Do not disassemble it. D Avoid knocking
it hard against other
objects or dropping it.
for
transmitters
D Avoid putting it in water. You can use up to 4 wireless remote con- the same vehicle. trol Contact your Toyota dealer for detailed information. If the wireless remote control transmitter does not actuate the doors or alarm, or operate from a normal distance: D Check for closeness to a radio trans- mitter such as a radio station or an airport which can interfere with normal operation of the transmitter.
D The battery may have been consumed. Check the battery in the transmitter. To replace the battery, see “REPLACING TRANSMITTER BATTERY”.
REPLACING TRANSMITTER BATTERY For replacement, use CR2032 lithium bat- tery or equivalent.
CAUTION
Special care should be that small children do not swallow the re- moved transmitter battery or compo- nents.
taken
NOTICE
When replacing the transmitter bat- tery, be careful not to lose the com- ponents.
Replace the transmitter battery by the fol- lowing procedures:
flashes
to break
“PANIC” SWITCH Pushing the “PANIC” switch blows the horn intermittently and the headlights and tail lights. The “PANIC” switch is used to deter ve- hicle theft when you witness anyone at- tempting into or damage your vehicle. The alarm will last for one minute. To stop alarm midway, push the “PANIC” switch once again, unlock any door with the key or transmitter, or turn the ignition key from the “LOCK” to “ON” position. The “PANIC” mode does not work when the ignition key is in the “ON” position.
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1. Using a coin or equivalent, open the
2. Remove the discharged transmitter bat-
3. Put new transmitter battery with posi-
transmitter case.
tery.
NOTICE
Do not bend the terminals.
tive (+) side up.
Close the transmitter case securely.
NOTICE
z Make sure
the positive side and negative side of the transmitter bat- tery should be faced correctly.
z Be careful not to bend the electrode of the transmitter battery insertion and that dust or oils do not adhere to the transmitter case.
z Close the transmitter case securely.
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Power windows
that
replacing battery, check
After the transmitter operates properly. If the trans- mitter still does not operate properly, con- tact your Toyota dealer. If you lose your transmitter, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to avoid the possibility of theft, or an acci- dent. (See “If you lose your wireless re- mote control transmitter” in Section 4.)
MODEL/FCC ID: GQ43VT14T
CAN: 1470102849
MADE IN U.S.A.
This complies with Part 15 of the FCC
rules. Operation is subject to the follow-
ing two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, includ-
ing interference that may cause unde-
sired operation.
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The windows can be operated with the switch on each door. The power windows work when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. Key off operation: If both front doors are closed, they work for 45 seconds even after the ignition switch is turned off. They stop working when either is opened. OPERATING THE DRIVER’S WINDOW Use the switch on the driver’s door. Normal operation: The window moves as long as you hold the switch. To open: Lightly push down the switch. To close: Pull up the switch.
front door
Automatic operation (to open only): Push the switch completely down and then release it. The window will fully open. To stop the window partway, lightly pull the switch up and then release it.
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Window lock switch
THE
PASSENGERS’
OPERATING WINDOWS Use the switches on the passengers’ doors. The driver’s door also has switches that control the passengers’ windows. The window moves as long as you hold the switch. To open: Push down the switch. To close: Pull up the switch. If you push in the window lock switch on the driver’s door, the passengers’ windows cannot be operated.
CAUTION
To avoid serious personal injury, you must do the following. D Always make sure the head, hands and other parts of the body of all occupants are kept completely in- side the vehicle before you close the power windows. If someone’s neck, head or hands gets caught in a closing window, it could result in a serious injury. When anyone closes the power windows, be sure that they operate the windows safe- ly.
D When small children are in the ve- hicle, never let them use the power window switches without supervi- sion. Use the window lock switch to prevent from making unex- pected use of the switches.
them
D Never leave small children alone in the vehicle, especially with the igni- tion key still inserted. They could use the power window switches and in a window. Unat- get tended children can become in- volved in serious accidents.
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Trunk lid—
—Lock release lever
CAUTION
Keep the trunk lid closed while driv- ing. This not only keeps the luggage from being thrown out but also pre- vents exhaust gases from entering the vehicle.
To open the trunk lid from the driver’s seat, pull up on the lock release lever.
“Luggage stowage precautions”
To open the trunk lid from the outside, insert the master key and turn it clock- wise. in See Section 2 for precautions to observe for loading luggage. To close the trunk lid, lower it and press down on it. After closing the trunk lid, try pulling it up to make sure it is securely closed.
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—Luggage security system
Hood
This system deactivates the lock re- lease lever so that things locked in the trunk can be protected. 1. Push down the security lock levers
to lock the rear seatbacks.
On vehicles with built−in child restraint, only the left seatback has a lock lever and can be lowered. The right seatback cannot be folded down. After locking the rear seatbacks, try fold- ing them down to make sure they are securely locked, otherwise someone could get into the trunk by folding down a rear seat.
2. After closing the trunk lid, insert the master key and turn it counterclock- wise to deactivate the lock release lever.
After closing the trunk lid, try pulling it up to make sure it is securely locked.
To open the hood: 1. Pull the hood lock release lever. The
hood will spring up slightly.
CAUTION
Before driving, be sure that the hood is closed and securely locked. Other- wise, the hood may open unexpected- ly while driving and an accident may occur.
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Theft deterrent system
To deter the vehicle theft, the system is designed to give an alarm if any of the doors, trunk or hood is forcibly un- locked or the battery terminal is discon- nected and then reconnected when the vehicle is locked. The alarm blows the horn intermittently and flashes the headlights and tail lights.
SETTING THE SYSTEM 1. Turn
the ignition key position and remove it.
to the “LOCK”
The indicator light will start flashing every 1 second when the key is removed from the (See “Engine immobiliser system” for details.) 2. Have all passengers get out of
ignition
switch.
the
2. In front of the vehicle, pull up the the
lever and
lift
auxiliary catch hood.
Before closing the hood, check to see that you have not forgotten any tools, rags, etc. Then lower the hood and make sure it If necessary, press down gently on the front edge to lock it.
into place.
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vehicle.
3. Close and lock all the doors, trunk and
hood.
The indicator light will come on when all the doors, trunk and hood are closed and locked.
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If any of the doors are unlocked without the key or wireless remote control trans- mitter and the key is not in the ignition switch, all the doors will be automatically locked again. After one minute, the alarm will automati- cally stop and the indicator light will starts flashing again. Reactivating the alarm Once set, the system automatically resets the alarm after the alarm stops. The alarm will activate again under the same in circumstances “Activating the system”. Stopping the alarm The alarm will be stopped by the following three ways: D Turn the ignition key from the “LOCK”
described
to “ON” position.
The system will automatically be set after 30 seconds. When the system is set, the indicator light will start flashing again. 4. After making sure
light starts flashing, you may leave the ve- hicle.
indicator
the
Never leave anyone in the vehicle when you set the system, because unlocking from the inside will activate the system. WHEN THE SYSTEM IS SET Activating the system The system will give the alarm under the following conditions: D If any of the doors is unlocked or if the trunk or hood is forcibly opened without the key or wireless remote con- trol transmitter
D If the battery terminal is disconnected
and then reconnected
The indicator light will come on when the system is activating.
D Unlock any of the doors with the key or wireless remote control transmitter.
D Open the trunk with the key.
the
to see
CANCELLING THE SYSTEM The system will be cancelled by above mentioned 3 ways. If the tail lights come on for 2 seconds, theft deterrent system has been the alarmed. Check if is any abnormality on your vehicle. TESTING THE SYSTEM 1. Open all the windows. 2. Set
the system as described above. The doors should be locked with the key or wireless remote control transmit- ter. Be sure to wait until the indicator light goes off or starts flashing.
there
3. Unlock any door from the inside. The
system should activate the alarm.
for
this operation
4. Stopping the alarm as described above. 5. Repeat the other doors, trunk and hood. When testing on the hood, also check that the system is activated when the battery terminal is disconnected and then reconnected. the system does not work properly,
If have it checked by your Toyota dealer.
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Fuel tank cap
This indicates that the fuel filler door is on the left side of your vehicle.
1. To open the fuel filler door, pull the
lever up. When refueling, turn off the engine.
CAUTION
D Do not smoke, cause sparks or al- flames when refueling.
low open The fumes are flammable.
D When opening the cap, do not re- move the cap quickly. In hot weath- er, fuel under pressure could cause injury by spraying out of the filler neck is suddenly re- moved.
the cap
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2. To remove the fuel tank cap, turn the cap slowly counterclockwise, then pause slightly before removing it. After removing the cap, hang it on the cap hanger.
the cap clockwise
It is not unusual to hear a slight swoosh when the cap is opened. When installing, turn till you hear a click. If the cap is not tightened securely, the malfunction lamp comes on. Make sure the cap is tightened securely.
indicator
The indicator lamp goes off after driving several times. If the indicator lamp does not go off, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.
CAUTION
D Make sure the cap is tightened se- in
curely to prevent fuel spillage case of an accident.
D Use only a genuine Toyota fuel tank cap for replacement. It has a built− in check valve to reduce fuel tank vacuum.
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Electric moon roof
Sliding operation
Tilting operation
the
To operate
the moon roof, use
switches beside the personal light.
The moon roof works when the ignition
switch is in the “ON” position. However,
if all the doors are closed, it works for 45
seconds even after the ignition switch is
turned off. It stops working when any of
the doors is opened.
Sun shade operation—
The sun shade can be opened or closed
by hand.
Sliding operation—
To open: Push the switch on the “SLIDE
OPEN” side.
The roof will fully open. To stop the roof
partway, push
the
“SLIDE OPEN” or “TILT UP” side briefly.
The sun shade will be opened together
with the roof.
To close: Push the switch on the ”TILT
UP” side.
As a precaution when closing,
the roof
stops at the three−quarters closed position
before fully closing. Therefore, release the
switch and then push it again to close it
completely.
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D Always make sure nobody places his/her head, hands and other parts of the body in the roof opening be- fore you close the roof. If some- one’s neck, head or hands gets caught in the closing roof, it could result injury. When anyone closes the roof, first make sure it is safe to do so.
in a serious
D Never leave small children alone in the vehicle, especially with the igni- tion key still inserted. They could use the moon roof switches and get trapped in the roof opening. Unat- tended children can become in- volved in serious accidents.
D Never sit on
top of
the vehicle
around the roof opening.
Tilting operation— To tilt up: Push the switch on the ”TILT UP” side. To lower: Push the switch on the ”SLIDE OPEN” side. You may stop the moon roof at any de- sired position. The roof will move while the switch is being pushed and stop when released except to slide open.
CAUTION
To avoid serious personal injury, you must do the following. D While the vehicle is moving, always keep the head, hands and other parts of the body of all occupants away from the roof opening. Other- wise, you could be seriously injured if the vehicle stops suddenly or if the vehicle is involved in an acci- dent.
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SECTION 1− 3
OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Seats, Seat belts, Steering wheel and Mirrors Seats Front seats Fold−down rear seat Head restraints Seat belts SRS driver and front passenger airbags SRS side airbags Child restraint Tilt steering wheel Outside rear view mirrors Anti−glare inside rear view mirror Sun visors
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Front seats— —Front seat precautions (with SRS side airbags)
CAUTION
The SRS side airbags are installed in the driver and front passenger seats. Observe the following precautions. D Do not lean against the front door when the vehicle is in use. The side airbag inflates with considerable speed and force; you may be killed or seriously injured.
D Do not modify or replace the seats or surface of the front seats with the side airbags. Such changes may disable the system or cause the side airbags to inflate, resulting in death or serious injury. Consult your Toyota dealer.
for
D Do not use accessories
the seats which cover the parts where the side airbags should inflate. Such accessories may prevent the side airbags from activating correct- ly, causing death or serious injury.
—Seat adjustment precautions Adjust the driver’s seat so that the foot pedals, steering wheel and instrument panel controls are within easy reach of the driver.
CAUTION
D Adjustments should not be made while the vehicle is moving, as the seat may unexpectedly move and cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
D When adjusting the seat, be careful not to hit the seat against a pas- senger or luggage.
D After adjusting the seat position, try sliding it forward and backward to make sure it is locked in posi- tion.
D After adjusting the seatback, exert body pressure to make sure it is locked in position.
D Do not put objects under the seats. The objects may interfere with the seat−lock mechanism or unexpect- edly push up the seat position ad- justing lever; the seat may suddenly move, causing the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
Seats While the vehicle is being driven, all ve- hicle occupants should have the seatback upright, sit well back in the seat and prop- erly wear the seat belts provided.
CAUTION
D Do not drive the vehicle unless the occupants are properly seated. Do top of a not allow sitting on folded−down seatback, or the luggage compartment. Persons not properly seated and/or properly re- strained by seat belts can be se- verely injured in the event of emer- gency braking or a collision.
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D During driving, do not allow pas- to stand up or move sengers around between seats. Severe inju- ries can occur in the event of emer- gency braking or a collision.
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—Adjusting front seats (manual seat)
D While adjusting the seat, do not put your hands under the seat or near the moving parts. You may catch and injure your hands or fingers.
1. SEAT POSITION ADJUSTING LEVER Pull the lever up. Then slide the seat to the desired position with slight body pressure and release the lever. 2. SEATBACK
ADJUSTING
ANGLE
LEVER
lever up. lean back to the desired angle
Lean forward and pull the Then and release the lever.
CAUTION
To reduce the risk of sliding under the lap belt during a collision, avoid reclining the seatback any more than needed. The seat belts provide maxi- mum protection in a frontal or rear collision when the driver and the pas- senger are sitting up straight and well back If you are reclined, the lap belt may slide past your hips and apply restraint forces directly to the abdomen. Therefore, in the event of a frontal collision, the risk of personal injury may increase with increasing recline of the seat- back.
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—Adjusting front seats (power seat)
3. SEAT CUSHION HEIGHT ADJUSTING
KNOB
1. SEAT POSITION AND SEAT CUSHION
HEIGHT ADJUSTING SWITCH
Move the control switch in the desired direction. Releasing the switch will stop the seat at that position. Do not place anything under front seats. It might interfere with the seat−lock mechanism. 2. SEATBACK
ADJUSTING
ANGLE
the
SWITCH
Move the control switch in the desired direction. Releasing the switch will stop the seat- back at that position.
Turn the knob either way. 4. SEAT
LUMBAR
ADJUSTING LEVER
SUPPORT
Pull the lever upward or downward.
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CAUTION
To reduce the risk of sliding under the lap belt during a collision, avoid reclining the seatback any more than needed. The seat belts provide maxi- mum protection in a frontal or rear collision when the driver and the pas- senger are sitting up straight and well back If you are reclined, the lap belt may slide past your hips and apply restraint forces directly to the abdomen. Therefore, in the event of a formal collision, the risk of personal injury may increase with increasing recline of the seat- back.
in the seats.
3. SEAT
LUMBAR
SUPPORT
ADJUSTING LEVER
Pull the lever upward or downward.
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Fold−down rear seat
1. Pull up the seatback security lock
lever 1 to the unlock position.
2. Pull up the lock release button 2. 3. Fold down the seatback. Each seatback may be folded separately. On vehicles with built−in child restraint, only the left seatback can be folded down.
This will enlarge the trunk as far as the seatbacks. See “Luggage stowage precau- tions” in Section 2 for precautions in load- ing luggage.
NOTICE
Make sure the luggage loaded in the enlarged trunk will not damage the webbing of the rear center seat belt when folded down.
left seatback
the
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Head restraints
CAUTION
When returning the seatback to the upright position: D Make sure the seat belts are not twisted or caught in the seatback and are arranged the proper position and are ready to use.
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D Make sure the seatback is securely locked by pushing forward and rear- ward on the top of the seatback. Failure to do so will prevent seat belt from operating properly.
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Front
Rear
For your safety and comfort, adjust the head restraint before driving. To raise: Pull it up. To lower: Push it down while pressing the lock release button. On some models, you can also move the head If such adjustment is desired, pull or push on the top of head restraint. The head restraint is most effective when it is close to your head. Therefore, using a cushion on the seatback is not recom- mended.
forward or backward.
restraint
CAUTION
D Adjust the center of the head re- straint so that it is closest to the top of your ears.
D After adjusting the head restraint, make sure it is locked in position. the head re-
D Do not drive with
straints removed.
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Do not allow the child to stand up or kneel on either rear or front seats. An unrestrained child could suffer serious in- jury or death during emergency braking or a collision. Also, do not let the child sit on your lap. It does not provide sufficient restraint. Pregnant woman. Toyota recommends the use of a seat belt. Ask your doctor for specific lap belt should be worn securely and as low as possible over the hips and not on the waist. Injured person. Toyota recommends the use of a seat belt. Depending on the inju- ry, first check with your doctor for specific recommendations.
recommendations. The
Seat belts— —Seat belt precautions Toyota strongly urges that the driver and passengers in the vehicle be properly re- strained at all times with the seat belts provided. Failure to do so could increase the chance of injury and/or the severity of injury in accidents. Child. Use a child restraint system ap- propriate for the child until the child be- comes large enough to properly wear the vehicle’s seat belts. See “Child restraint” for details. If a child is too large for a child restraint system, the child should sit in the rear seat and must be restrained using the vehicle’s seat belt. According to accident statistics, the child is safer when properly restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat. If a child must sit in the front seat, the seat belts should be worn properly. If an accident occurs and the seat belts are not worn properly, the force of the rapid infla- tion of the airbag may cause death or serious injury to the child.
CAUTION
the vehicle
in their seats Persons should ride their seat belts properly wearing whenever is moving. Otherwise, they are much more likely to suffer serious bodily injury or death in the event of sudden braking or a collision. When using the seat belts, observe the following: D Use the belt for only one person at a time. Do not use a single belt for two or more people—even children. D Avoid reclining the seatbacks too much. The seat belts provide maxi- mum protection when the seatbacks are in the upright position. (Refer to the seat adjustment instructions.) D Be careful not to damage the belt webbing or hardware. Take care that they do not get caught or pinched in the seat or doors.
D Inspect the belt system periodically. Check for cuts, fraying, and loose parts. Damaged parts should be re- placed. Do not disassemble or modify the system.
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—Front and rear seat belts
D Keep the belts clean and dry.
If they need cleaning, use a mild soap solution or lukewarm water. Never use bleach, dye, or abrasive clean- ers—they may severely weaken the belts. (See “Cleaning the interior” in Section 5.)
D Replace the belt assembly (includ- ing bolts) if it has been used in a severe impact. The entire assembly should be replaced even if damage is not obvious.
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If the seat belt cannot be pulled out of the retractor, firmly pull the belt and release it. You will then be able to smoothly pull the belt out of the retractor. When a passenger’s shoulder belt is com- pletely extended and retracted even slightly, the belt is locked in that position and cannot be extended. This fea- ture is used to hold the child restraint system securely. (For details, see “Child restraint” in this section.) To free the belt again, fully retract the belt and then pull the belt out once more.
then
is
Adjust the seat as needed (front seats only) and sit up straight and well back in the seat. To fasten your belt, pull it out of the retractor and insert the tab into the buckle. You will hear a click when the tab locks into the buckle. The seat belt length automatically adjusts to your size and the seat position. The retractor will lock the belt during a sudden stop or on impact. It also may lock if you lean forward too quickly. A slow, easy motion will allow the belt to extend, and you can move around freely.
CAUTION
D After inserting the tab, make sure the tab and buckle are locked and that the belt is not twisted.
D Do not insert coins, clips, etc. in the buckle as this may prevent you from properly latching the tab and buckle.
D If the seat belt does not function normally, immediately contact your Toyota dealer. Do not use the seat until the seat belt is fixed. It cannot protect an adult occupant or your child from injury.
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CAUTION
Always make sure the shoulder belt is positioned across the center of your shoulder. The belt should be kept away from your neck, but not falling off your shoulder. Failure to do so could reduce the amount of protection in an accident and cause serious injures in a collision.
Take up slack
Too high
Keep as low on hips as possible
the
lap and
the position of
Adjust shoulder belts. Position the lap belt as low as possible on your hips—not on your waist, then ad- just it to a snug fit by pulling the shoulder portion upward through the latch plate.
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Seat belts with an adjustable shoulder anchor— Adjust the shoulder anchor position to your size. To raise: Slide the anchor up. To lower: Push in the lock release button and slide the anchor down. After adjustment make sure the anchor is locked in position.
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CAUTION
lap
D High−positioned
belts
and loose−fitting belts both could cause serious injuries due to sliding un- der the lap belt during a collision or other unintended result. Keep the lap belt positioned as low on hips as possible.
D For your safety, do not place the
shoulder belt under your arm.
To release the belt, press the buckle−re- lease button and allow the belt to re- tract. If the belt does not retract smoothly, pull it out and check for kinks or twists. Then make sure it remains untwisted as it re- tracts.
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from your Toyota dealer
—Seat belt extender If your seat belt cannot be fastened se- curely because it is not long enough, a personalized seat belt extender is avail- able free of charge. Please contact your local Toyota dealer so that the dealer can order the proper re- quired length for the extender. Bring the heaviest coat you expect to wear for prop- er measurement and selection of length. Additional ordering information is available at your Toyota dealer.
CAUTION
When using the seat belt extender, observe the following. Failure to fol- low these instructions could result in less effectiveness of the seat belt re- straint system in case of vehicle acci- dent, increasing the chance of per- sonal injury. D Never use the seat belt extender if you can fasten the seat belt without it.
D Remember that the extender pro- vided for you may not be safe when used on a different vehicle, or for another person or at a different seating position than the one origi- nally intended for.
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CAUTION
D After inserting the tab, make sure the tab and buckle are locked and that the seat belt extender is not twisted.
D Do not insert coins, clips, etc. in the buckle as this may prevent you from properly latching the tab and buckle.
D If the seat belt does not function normally, immediately contact your Toyota dealer. Do not use the seat until the seat belt is fixed. It cannot protect an adult occupant or your child from injury.
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To connect the extender to the seat belt, insert the tab into the seat belt buckle so that the “PRESS” signs on the buckle−release buttons of the ex- tender and the seat belt are both facing outward as shown. You will hear a click when the tab locks into the buckle. When releasing the seat belt, press on the buckle−release button on the extender, not on the seat belt. This helps prevent damage to the vehicle interior and extend- er itself. When not and store in the vehicle for future use.
in use, remove the extender
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—Front seat belt pretensioners
The driver and front passenger’s seat belt pretensioners are designed to be activated in response to a severe fron- tal impact. When the airbag sensor detects the shock of a severe frontal impact, the front seat belt is quickly drawn back in by the re- tractor so that the belt snugly restrains the front seat occupants. The seat belt pretensioners are activated even with no passenger in the front seat. Collisions occurring at certain speeds and angles may cause the seat belt preten- sioners and SRS airbags not to operate all together.
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This indicator comes on when the igni- tion key is turned to the “ACC” or “ON” position. It goes off after about 6 seconds. This means the front seat belt pretensioners are operating proper- ly. This warning the airbag sensor assembly, front airbag sen- sors, seat belt pretensioner assemblies, warning interconnecting wiring and power sources. (For details, see “Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers” in Section 1−5.)
light system monitors
light,
The seat belt pretensioner system mainly consists of the following components and their locations are shown in the illustra- tion. 1. Front airbag sensors 2. SRS warning light 3. Seat belt pretensioner assemblies 4. Airbag sensor assembly The seat belt pretensioner is controlled by the airbag sensor assembly. The airbag sensor assembly consists of a safing sen- sor and airbag sensor.
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When a seat belt pretensioner is acti- vated, an operating noise may be heard and a small amount of smoke−like gas may be released. This gas is harmless and does not indicate that a fire is occur- ring. Once the seat belt pretensioner has been activated, the seat belt retractor remains locked.
CAUTION
Do not modify, remove, strike or open the front seat belt pretensioner as- semblies, airbag sensor or surround- ing area or wiring. Doing any of these may cause sudden operation of the front seat belt pretensioners or disable the system, which could re- sult in serious injury. Failure to follow these can result in serious injuries.
instructions
NOTICE
consulting
Do not perform any of the following changes without your Toyota dealer. Such changes can interfere with proper operation of the seat belt pretensioners in some cases. z Installation of electronic devices such as a mobile two−way radio, cassette tape player or compact disc player
z Repairs on or near the front seat
belt retractor assemblies
z Modification of the suspension sys-
tem
z Modification of the front end struc-
ture
z Attachment of a grille guard (bull bar, kangaroo bar, etc.), snowplow, winches or any other equipment to the front end
z Repairs made on or near the front fenders, front end structure or con- sole
the
following conditions occurs,
This front seat belt pretensioner system has a service reminder indicator to inform the driver of operating problems. If either of this indicates a malfunction of the airbags or pretensioners. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible the vehicle. D The light does not come on when the ignition key is turned to the “ACC” or “ON” position, or the light remains on. D The light comes on or flashes while
to service
driving.
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