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Fan speed selector Turn the knob to adjust the fan speed—to the right to increase, to the left to de- crease. Temperature selector Turn the knob to adjust the temperature— to the right to warm, to the left to cool.

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If you want to return the setting to RECIRCULATE mode, press the air in- take selector button once again. Press the “A/C” button for dehumidified heating or cooling. This setting clears the front view more quickly.

5. Windshield—Air flows mainly from the

Air flow selector Turn the knob to select the vents used for air flow. 1. Panel—Air

flows mainly

from

the

instrument panel vents.

2. Bi−level—Air flows from both the floor vents and the instrument panel vents. 3. Floor—Air flows mainly from the floor

vents.

the

4. Floor/Windshield—Air

flows mainly floor vents and windshield

from vents. This position allows the air intake to select FRESH automatically. This is to clean up the front view more quickly.

to

flow selector

windshield vents. Turning the the air windshield position turns on the defog- ging function with the purpose of clear- ing the front view. This position allows the air intake to select FRESH automatically. This is to clean up the front view more quickly. If you want to return the setting to RECIRCULATE mode, press the air in- take selector button once again. Press the “A/C” button for dehumidified heating or cooling. This setting clears the front view more quickly.

For details about air flow selector settings, see flow selector settings” de- scribed below.

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“A/C” button To turn on the air conditioning, press the “A/C” button. The “A/C” button indicator will come on. To turn the air conditioning off, press the button again. If the “A/C” button indicator flashes, there is a problem in the air conditioning system and the air conditioning automatically shuts off. If this happens, take your ve- hicle to a Toyota dealer for service.

Air intake selector Press the button to select the air source. 1. Recirculate (indicator light is on)—Re-

circulates the air inside the vehicle.

2. Fresh

(indicator

light

is off)—Draws

outside air into the system.

To prevent fogging up of the windshield, the air intake mode may change automati- cally to FRESH depending on the condi- tion of the air conditioning system.

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—Operating tips D To cool off your Toyota after

it has been parked in the hot sun, drive with the windows open for a few minutes. This vents the hot air, allowing the air conditioning to cool the interior more quickly.

D Make sure the air intake grilles in front of the windshield are not blocked (by leaves or snow, for example).

D On humid days, do not blow cold air on the windshield. The windshield could fog up because of the difference in air temperature on the inside and outside of the windshield.

D Keep the area under the front seats clear to allow air to circulate through- out the vehicle.

for a minute

D On cold days, set the fan speed to high the intake ducts of snow or moisture. This can reduce the amount of fogging on the windows.

to help clear

: With rear vents

D 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 recommended that the air intake selector be set to FRESH and the fan speed selector to any setting except “OFF”.

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D If following another vehicle on a dusty road, or driving in windy and dusty conditions, it is recommended that the air intake selector be temporarily set to RECIRCULATE, which will close off the outside passage and prevent outside air and dust from entering the vehicle interior.

Heating For best results, set controls as follows:

Air conditioning For best results, set controls as follows:

Fan speed—Any setting except “OFF” Temperature—Towards WARM

Fan speed—Any setting except “OFF” Temperature—Towards COLD

(red zone)

Air intake—FRESH (outside air) Air flow—FLOOR Air conditioning—OFF

(blue zone)

Air intake—FRESH (outside air) Air flow—PANEL Air conditioning—ON

for a

few minutes. To keep

D For quick heating, select recirculated air the windows from fogging, select fresh af- ter interior has been warmed.

the vehicle

D Press the “A/C” button on for dehumidi-

fied heating.

D Choose floor/windshield air flow to heat the vehicle interior while defrosting or defogging the windshield.

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D For quick cooling, select recirculated

air for a few minutes.

Ventilation For best results, set controls as follows:

Fan speed—Any setting except “OFF” Temperature—Towards COLD

(blue zone)

Air intake—FRESH (outside air) Air flow—PANEL Air conditioning—OFF

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Defogging The inside of the windshield For best results, set controls as follows:

Defrosting The outside of the windshield For best results, set controls as follows:

Fan speed—Any setting except “OFF” Temperature—Towards WARM

Fan speed—Any setting except “OFF” Temperature—Towards WARM

(red zone) to heat; COLD (blue zone) to cool

Air intake—FRESH (outside air) Air flow—WINDSHIELD

the air

turns on

Turning the air flow selector to the wind- shield position the defogging function with the purpose of clearing the front view. When turning the air flow selector to wind- shield position, intake selects FRESH automatically. This is to clean up the front view more quickly. If you want to RECIRCULATE mode, press the air intake selector button once again. Press for dehumidified heating or cooling. This setting clears the front view more quickly. D On humid days, do not blow cold air on the windshield—the difference be- tween the outside and inside tempera- tures could make the fogging worse.

the “A/C” button

the setting

return

to

(red zone)

Air intake—FRESH (outside air) Air flow—WINDSHIELD

the air

turns on

Turning the air flow selector to the wind- shield position the defrosting function with the purpose of clearing the front view. When turning the air flow selector to wind- shield position, intake selects FRESH automatically. This is to clean up the front view more quickly. If you want to RECIRCULATE mode, press the air intake selector button once again. for dehumidified Press heating. This setting clears the front view more quickly. D To heat the vehicle interior while de- choose

the “A/C” button

the setting

windshield,

return

frosting floor/windshield air flow.

the

to

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1. Temperature selector 2. Air flow selector 3. Windshield air flow button 4. Fan speed selector 5. Air intake selector 6. “A/C” button 7. “OFF” button 8. “AUTO” button

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the

increase

temperature, press

Temperature selector To the “Ɯ” side, to decrease it, press the “Ɲ” side. “MAX. COLD” appears when you adjust to maximum cooling, and “MAX. HOT” when you adjust to maximum warming. “OFF” button Push the button to turn off the air condi- tioning system.

Air flow selector Push the buttons to select the vents used for air flow. In automatic operation, you do not have to select the air flow unless you desire another air flow mode. 1. Panel—Air

flows mainly

from

the

instrument panel vents.

2. Bi−level—Air flows from both the floor vents and the instrument panel vents. 3. Floor—Air flows mainly from the floor

vents.

“AUTO” button For automatic operation of the air condi- tioning, press the “AUTO” button. “AUTO” will appear on the display to show that the automatic operation mode has been selected. In the automatic operation mode, the air conditioning selects the most suitable fan speed, air flow, air intake and on−off of the air conditioning according to the tem- perature. When you press the “AUTO” button with the air intake mode at FRESH, internal circulation may be applied for maximum cooling. You may use manual controls if you want to select your own settings. To turn off the automatic operation, press the “OFF” button. Fan speed selector Push the “Ɯ” (increase) or “Ɲ” (decrease) side of the button to adjust the fan speed. In automatic operation, you do not have to adjust the fan speed unless you desire another fan speed mode.

4. Floor/Windshield—Air

flows mainly floor vents and windshield

the

from vents.

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For details about air flow selector settings, see flow selector settings” de- scribed below.

“—Air

Air intake selector Press the button to select the air source. 1. Recirculate—Recirculates the air inside

the vehicle.

2. Fresh—Draws outside air into the sys-

tem.

To prevent fogging up of the windshield, the air intake mode may change automati- cally to FRESH depending on the condi- tion of the air conditioning system.

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is pressed, air

this button from

this button once again returns

Windshield air flow button flows When mainly the windshield vents and turns on the defogging function with the purpose of clearing the front view. Pressing the air flow mode to the last one used. This button allows the air intake to select FRESH automatically. This is to clean up the front view more quickly. If you want to return to RECIRCULATE mode, press the air intake selector button once again. Press for dehumidified heating or cooling. This setting clears the front view more quickly.

the “A/C” button

the setting

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“A/C” button To turn on the air conditioning, press the “A/C” button. The “A/C” button indicator will come on. To turn the air conditioning off, press the button again. If the “A/C” button indicator flashes, there is a problem in the air conditioning system and the air conditioning automatically shuts off. If this happens, take your ve- hicle to a Toyota dealer for service.

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—Operating tips D To cool off your Toyota after

it has been parked in the hot sun, drive with the windows open for a few minutes. This vents the hot air, allowing the air conditioning to cool the interior more quickly.

D Make sure the air intake grilles in front of the windshield are not blocked (by leaves or snow, for example).

D On humid days, do not blow cold air on the windshield. The windshield could fog up because of the difference in air temperature on the inside and outside of the windshield.

D Keep the area under the front seats clear to allow air to circulate through- out the vehicle.

for a minute

D On cold days, set the fan speed to high the intake ducts of snow or moisture. This can reduce the amount of fogging on the windows.

to help clear

: With rear vents

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D 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 recommended that the air intake selector be set to FRESH and the fan speed selector to any setting except “OFF”.

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D If following another vehicle on a dusty road, or driving in windy and dusty conditions, it is recommended that the air intake selector be temporarily set to RECIRCULATE, which will close off the outside passage and prevent outside air and dust from entering the vehicle interior.

Heating For best results, set controls as follows: For automatic operation—

Air conditioning For best results, set controls as follows: For automatic operation—

Press in the “AUTO” button. Temperature—To the desired

temperature

Air intake—FRESH (outside air) Air conditioning—OFF

Press in the “AUTO” button. Temperature—To the desired

temperature

Air intake—FRESH (outside air) Air conditioning—ON

For manual operation—

For manual operation—

Fan speed—To the desired fan speed Temperature—Towards WARM Air intake—FRESH (outside air) Air flow—FLOOR Air conditioning—OFF

Fan speed—To the desired fan speed Temperature—Towards COLD Air intake—FRESH (outside air) Air flow—PANEL Air conditioning—ON

for a

few minutes. To keep

D For quick heating, select recirculated air the windows from fogging, select fresh af- ter the vehicle interior has been war- med.

D Press the “A/C” button on for dehumidi-

fied heating.

D Choose floor/windshield air flow to heat the vehicle interior while defrosting or defogging the windshield.

D For quick cooling, select recirculated

air for a few minutes.

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Ventilation For best results, set controls as follows: For automatic operation—

Press in the “AUTO” button. Temperature—Towards low temperature Air intake—FRESH (outside air) Air conditioning—OFF

For manual operation—

Fan speed—To the desired fan speed Temperature—Towards COLD Air intake—FRESH (outside air) Air flow—PANEL Air conditioning—OFF

Defogging and defrosting —The inside of the windshield For best results, set controls as follows: —For automatic operation

Temperature—Towards high temperature to heat; low temperature to cool

Air intake—FRESH (outside air) Air flow—WINDSHIELD

—For manual operation

Fan speed—To the desired fan speed Temperature—Towards high temperature to heat; low temperature to cool

Air intake—FRESH (outside air) Air flow—WINDSHIELD

the windshield air

Pressing flow button turns on the defogging function with the purpose of clearing the front view. When pressing the windshield air flow but- ton, the air intake selects FRESH auto- matically. This is to clean up the front view more quickly. If you want to return the setting to RE- CIRCULATE mode, press intake selector button once again.

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the “A/C” button

Press for dehumidified heating or cooling. This setting clears the front view more quickly. D On humid days, do not blow cold air on the windshield—the difference be- tween the outside and inside tempera- tures could make the fogging worse.

—The outside of the windshield For best results, set controls as follows: —For automatic operation

Temperature—Towards high temperature Air intake—FRESH (outside air) Air flow—WINDSHIELD

—For manual operation

Fan speed—To the desired fan speed Temperature—Towards high temperature Air intake—FRESH (outside air) Air flow—WINDSHIELD

the windshield air

flow button Pressing turns on the defrosting function with the purpose of clearing the front view. When pressing the windshield air flow but- ton, the air intake selects FRESH auto- matically. This is to clean up the front view more quickly.

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the “A/C” button

If you want to return the setting to RE- CIRCULATE mode, press intake selector button once again. Press for dehumidified heating or cooling. This setting clears the front view more quickly. D To heat the vehicle interior while de- choose

windshield,

frosting floor/windshield air flow.

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Side and rear vents

If air flow control is not satisfactory, check the side and rear vents. The side and rear vents may be opened or closed as shown.

Side vents

Rear vents

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Checking and replacing the air conditioning filter

The air conditioning filter is behind the glove box. The air conditioning filter may clog af- ter long use. The filter may need to be replaced if the air flow of the air condi- tioning and heater experiences extreme reductions in operating efficiency, or if the windows begin to fog up easily in FRESH mode. To maintain the air conditioning efficiency, inspect and replace the air conditioning filter according to the maintenance sched- ule. (For scheduled maintenance informa- tion, please refer to the “Scheduled Main- tenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”.)

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1. Open

the glove box. Remove

the screw with a Phillips−head screw- driver and slide the hook as shown.

2. Push each side of the glove box to

disconnect the claws.

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3. Remove the filter case from the filter

outlet as shown in the illustration.

4. Remove

case.

the

filter

from

the

filter

5. Inspect the filter on the surface. If it is dirty, it should be replaced.

INFORMATION

The air filter should be installed prop- erly in position. The use of air condi- tioning with filter removed may cause deteriorated dustproof per- formance and then affect air condi- tioning performance.

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SECTION 1− 9

OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Other equipment Clock Outside temperature display Multi−information display Compass Cigarette lighter and ashtrays Power outlets Garage door opener Glove box Auxiliary boxes Rear console box Front cup holder Rear cup holder Storage box Grocery bag hooks Luggage net Rear sun shade Floor mat

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Clock

Outside temperature display

temperature

The outside temperature display indi- cates outside air temperatures when the ignition switch is on. Without multi−information display—To se- lect “_C” or “_F”, push the “E/M” button. The displayed ranges from −30_C (−22_F) up to 50_C (122_F). If there is some abnormality in the con- nection of temperature sensor, “−−” will appear on the display. If “−−” appears on the display, contact your Toyota dealer. There may be a case that “−−” appears momentarily when the ignition is quickly turned to “ON”. It is normal if it goes out soon.

the outside air

With multi−information display

The digital clock indicates the time. The key must be in the “ACC” or “ON” position. To reset the hour: Push the “H” button. To reset the minutes: Push the “M” button. If the electrical power source has been disconnected from the clock, the time dis- play will automatically be set to 1:00 (one o’clock). When lights are turned on, the brightness of the time indi- cator will be reduced.

instrument panel

the

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Multi−information display

The following information is displayed on the clock/outside temperature dis- play when you push the “CLOCK/INFO” button with the ignition switch turned on. Each time you push the “MODE/RESET” button, the display toggles through this information. 1. Instantaneous fuel consumption 2. Average fuel consumption 3. Driving range 4. Average vehicle speed 5. Driving time The displayed values in the multi−informa- tion display indicate general driving condi- tions. Accuracy varies with driving habits and road conditions. Push “CLOCK/INFO” button once again, the display will return to the clock and outside temperature gauge. When the ignition switch is on, the last previously used mode displayed just be- fore the ignition switch is off will appear.

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Note that an accurate figure may not be shown in the following cases. D When the vehicle is stopped with the engine running, the display will indicate the extremely high fuel consumption.

D When

the vehicle

is driving down a long slope, applying the engine brake, the display will indicate the extremely low fuel consumption.

The calculation is reset when the ignition switch is turned off. 2. Average fuel consumption

(“AVG. MPG” or “AVG. L/100 km”)

total

Average fuel consumption is calculated and displayed based on total driving distance and fuel consumption with the engine running. The displayed value is updated every 10
seconds. To reset the calculations, push and hold the “MODE/RESET” button for more than 1 second.

from

If the electrical power source has been disconnected the multi−information display, the display will automatically be set to the initial mode. When lights are turned on, the brightness of the display will be reduced.

instrument panel

the

CAUTION

Do not adjust the display while the vehicle is moving. Be sure to adjust the display only when the vehicle is stopped.

1. Instantaneous fuel consumption

(“MPG” or “L/100 km”)

The instantaneous fuel consumption is calculated and displayed based on dis- tance and fuel consumption for 2 sec- onds with the engine running. The displayed value is updated every 2
seconds.

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3. Driving range

(“RANGE MI” or “RANGE KM”)

It

the

fuel

indicates

fuel gauge reaches “E”.

The distance the vehicle can travel with the remaining is calculated and displayed based on the quantity of re- maining fuel and past fuel consumption. The driving range display the approximate distance that you can drive until is different from the actual distance traveled. The displayed value is updated every time the fuel equivalent for 1 mile or 1 km is consumed. Every time you refuel the vehicle, the cal- culation is reset. The actual driving range varies with driv- ing habits and road conditions. If fuel con- sumption is good, the driving range will be longer. If fuel consumption is poor, the driving range will be shorter. If the low fuel level warning light comes on, refuel even indicates that the vehicle can be driven further.

the display

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Compass

4. Average vehicle speed

(“AVG. MPH” or “AVG. KM/h”)

Average vehicle speed is calculated and displayed based on total driving dis- tance and total driving time with the engine running. The displayed value is updated every 10
seconds. To reset the calculations, push and hold the “MODE/RESET” button for more than 1 second. 5. Driving time

(“E/T”)

The elapsed time after the engine starts is displayed. When the engine is started, driving time is counted from 0:00. Up to 99:59 (99
hours, 59 minutes) can be displayed. When the driving time exceeds 99:59, the counter returns to 0:00. To reset the calculations, push and hold the “MODE/RESET” button for more than 1 second.

The direction is indicated on the inside rear view mirror. If the ignition switch was turned off with the system on, the system will automati- cally turn back on when the ignition switch is turned on. Push the “COMP” switch to turn the com- pass system on and off.

indicates

the vehicle

the direction The compass that the above case, it shows that the vehicle is heading north.

is heading.

In

Displays

NE SE SW NW

Directions

North

Northeast

East

Southeast

South

Southwest

West

Northwest

The compass may not show the correct direction in the following conditions: D The vehicle is stopped immediately af-

ter turning.

D The compass does not adjust while the

vehicle is stopped.

D The ignition switch is turned off imme-

diately after turning.

D The vehicle is on an inclined surface.

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D The vehicle is in a place where the earth’s magnetic field is subject to in- terference by artificial magnetic fields (underground parking, under a steel tower, between buildings, roof parking, near a crossing, near a large vehicle, etc.).

D The vehicle is magnetized. (There is a magnet or a metal object on or near the inside rear view mirror.)

D The battery has been disconnected. Your vehicle is out of the set zone. Refer to the “CALIBRATING THE COMPASS” be- low to set the zone number. The compass works to calibrate the direc- tion automatically while the vehicle is in motion, if deviation is small. For additional precision or calibrating, see COMPASS” below.

for complete THE

“CALIBRATING

Compass sensor

The compass sensor is in the inside rear view mirror.

NOTICE

Do not put magnets or a metal object on or near the inside rear view mirror of the vehicle. Doing this may cause malfunction of the compass sensor.

the

from

CALIBRATING THE COMPASS (deviation calibration) the compass The direction display on true direction deter- deviates mined by the earth’s magnetic field. The angle of deviation varies according to the geographic position of the vehicle. To adjust this deviation, stop the vehicle, then push and hold the “COMP” switch until the zone number appears on the dis- play. Then push the “COMP” switch, refer- ring to the following map to select the number of the zone where the vehicle is.

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Hawaii: 5
Samoa: 5
Guam: Saipan: 8

After calibration, leaving the system for several seconds returns it to the compass mode.

CAUTION

Do not adjust the display while the vehicle is moving. Be sure to adjust the display only when the vehicle is stopped.

Zone number

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CALIBRATING THE COMPASS (circling calibration) Sometimes the compass may not change after a turn. To rectify this, stop the vehicle and push and hold the “COMP” switch until “C” appears on the display. If “C” appears on the display because of a drastic change in the magnetic field, perform circling calibration.

in a circle, drive around

Drive the vehicle in a circle at 8 km/h (5
mph) or less. If there is not enough space to drive the block. After driving 1 to 3 circles in the above method, calibration is completed when the direction is shown on the display. If calibration cannot be performed because of the magnetized vehicle etc., take your vehicle to Toyota dealer.

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Perform circling calibration just after you have purchased your Toyota. And then always perform circling calibration after the battery has been removed, re- placed or disconnected. D Do not perform circling calibration of the compass the earth’s magnetic field is subject to in- terference by artificial magnetic fields (underground parking, under a steel tower, between buildings, roof parking, near a crossing, near a large vehicle, etc.).

in a place where

D During calibration, do not operate elec- tric systems (moon roof, power win- dows, etc.) as they may interfere with the calibration.

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D When doing the circling calibration, be sure to secure a wide space, and watch out for people and ve- hicles in the neighborhood. Do not violate any local traffic rules while performing circling calibration.

D Do not adjust the display while the vehicle is moving. Be sure to adjust the display only when the vehicle is stopped.

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Cigarette lighter and ashtrays

Cigarette lighter and front ashtray

Rear ashtray

CIGARETTE LIGHTER To use the cigarette lighter, press it in. After it finishes heating up, it automati- cally pops out ready for use. If the engine is not running, the key must be in the “ACC” position to use the light- er. Do not hold the cigarette lighter pressed in. Use a Toyota genuine cigarette lighter or equivalent for replacement. ASHTRAYS Front ashtray—To use the ashtray, push on the lid. Rear ashtray—To use the ashtray, raise the lid. 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, open the ashtray lid and pull it out.

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To reduce the chance of in case of an accident or sudden stop while driving, always completely close the ashtray after use.

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The power outlets are designed power supply for car accessories. The key must be in the “ACC” or “ON” position for the power outlet to be used.

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NOTICE

the

fuse

z To prevent

from being blown, do not use the electricity over the total vehicle capacity of 12V/120W.

z To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not use the power outlets longer than necessary when the engine is not running.

z Close the power outlet lid when the power outlets are not in use. Insert- ing a foreign object other than the appropriate plug that fits the outlet, or allowing any liquid into the out- let may cause electrical failure or short circuits.

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Garage door opener

The garage door opener (HomeLinkR Universal Transceiver) is manufactured under license from HomeLinkR and can be programmed to operate garage doors, gates, entry doors, door locks, home lighting systems, and security systems, etc.

transmitter prior

(a) Programming the HomeLinkR The HomeLinkR in your vehicle has 3
buttons and you can store one program for each button. To ensure correct programming into the HomeLinkR, install a new battery in the hand−held to program- ming. The battery side of the hand−held trans- mitter must be pointed away the HomeLinkR during the programming pro- cess. For Canadian users, follow the procedure “Programming an entrance gate/Pro- in gramming all devices the Canadian market”. 1. Decide which of 3 HomeLinkR buttons

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you want to program.

2. Place your hand−held garage transmit- ter 25 to 75 mm (1 to 3 in.) away from the surface of the HomeLinkR.

Keep the indicator light on the HomeLinkR in view while programming.

3. Simultaneously press and hold

the hand−held garage transmitter button along with the selected HomeLinkR but- ton.

4. When

the

indicator

the HomeLinkR changes from a slow to a rapid flash after 20 seconds, you can release both buttons.

light on

5. Test the operation of the HomeLinkR by pressing the newly programmed button. If programming a garage door opener, check to see if the garage door opens and closes.

(on

light

indicator

If the garage door does not operate, iden- tify if your garage transmitter is of the “Rolling Code” type. Press and hold the programmed HomeLinkR button. The ga- rage door has the rolling code feature if the HomeLinkR) the flashes rapidly and then remains lit after 2 seconds. If your garage transmitter is the “Rolling Code” type, proceed to the heading “Programming a rolling code sys- tem”. 6. Repeat steps 2 through 5 for each re- maining HomeLinkR button to program another device.

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it

is

to

is necessary

Programming a rolling code system “Rolling Code” If your device follow equipped, steps 1 through 4 under the heading “Programming the HomeLinkR” before proceeding with the steps listed below. 1. Locate the “training” button on the ceil- ing mounted garage door opener motor. The exact the button may vary by brand of garage door opener. Refer the owner’s guide supplied by the garage door opener manufacturer for the location of this “training” button.

location and color of

to

2. Press the “training” button on the ceil- ing mounted garage door opener motor. Following this step, you have 30 seconds in which to initiate step 3 below. 3. Press and release the vehicle’s pro- grammed HomeLinkR button twice. The garage door may open. the door does open, the programming process is complete. If the door does not open, press and release the button a third time. This third press and release will complete the programming process by opening the garage door.

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now

should

recognize

The ceiling mounted garage door opener motor the HomeLinkR unit and be able activate the garage door up/down. 4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 for each re- maining HomeLinkR button to program another rolling code system.

Programming an entrance gate/Program- ming all devices in the Canadian market 1. Decide which of the 3 HomeLinkR but-

2. Place

your

tons you want to program. hand−held

gate/device transmitter 25 to 75 mm (1 to 3 in.) away the HomeLinkR.

surface

from

the

of

Keep the indicator light on the HomeLinkR in view while programming. 3. Press

selected

hold

and

the

HomeLinkR button.

4. Continuously press and release (cycle) transmitter the hand−held gate/device button every two seconds until step 5
is complete. the

the HomeLinkR changes from a slow to a rapid flash after 20 seconds, you can release both buttons.

light on

5. When

indicator

6. Test the operation of the HomeLinkR by pressing the newly programmed button. Check to see if the gate/device oper- ates correctly.

7. Repeat steps 1 through 6 for each re- maining HomeLinkR button to program another device.

Programming other devices To program other devices such as home security systems, home door locks or lighting, contact your authorized Toyota dealer for assistance. Reprogramming a button Individual HomeLinkR buttons cannot be erased, however, to reprogram a single button, follow the procedure “Programming the HomeLinkR”. (b) Operating the HomeLinkR To operate the appropriate HomeLinkR button to activate the programmed device. The HomeLinkR indicator light should come on. The HomeLinkR continues to send the signal for up the button is pressed.

the HomeLinkR, press

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the

entire HomeLinkR

memory (all three programs)

To erase all previously programmed codes at one time, press and hold down the 2
outside buttons for 20 seconds until the indicator light flashes. If you sell your vehicle, be sure to erase the programs stored the HomeLinkR memory.

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FCC ID: CB2300NHL3
CANADA: 2791032088
This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the fol- lowing two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interfer- ence including interference that may cause undesired operation. WARNING: This transmitter has been tested and complies with FCC and DOC/MPAC rules. Changes or modifi- cations not expressly approved by the partly for compliance could void the user’s authority to op- erate the device.

responsible

CAUTION

D When programming the HomeLinkR Universal Transceiver, you may be operating a garage door or other device. Make sure people and ob- jects are out of the way of the ga- rage door or other device to pre- vent potential harm or damage.

D Do not use this HomeLinkR Univer- sal Transceiver with any garage door opener that lacks the safety stop and reverse feature as re- quired by federal safety standards. (This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1, 1982.) A garage door open- er which cannot detect an object (signaling the door to stop and re- verse), does not meet current feder- al safety standards. Using a garage door opener without these features increases risk of serious injury or death.

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Glove box

Auxiliary boxes

To use the glove box, do this. To open: Pull the lever. With the instrument panel lights on, the glove box light will come on when the glove box is open. To lock: Insert the master key and turn it clockwise.

CAUTION

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

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Over head console

To use above.

the box, open

it as shown

CAUTION

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

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NOTICE

Over head console box—During hot weather, the interior of the vehicle becomes very hot. Do not leave any- thing flammable or deformable such as a lighter, glasses, etc. inside.

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Rear console box

UPPER TRAY To access the upper tray, raise the con- sole box lid while pushing the lock re- lease button.

CONSOLE BOX To access the rear console box, pull up the lock release lever while raising the rear console box lid.

CAUTION

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

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Front cup holder

Rear cup holder

The cup holder is designed for holding cups or drink−cans securely. With lever type parking brake: To use the cup holder, open the lid. With pedal type parking brake: To use the cup holder, push the lid. To hold the cups or drink−cans securely, adjust the size with the adapter.

CAUTION

D Do not place anything else other than cups or drink−cans in the cup items may be holder, as such thrown about in the compartment and possibly injure people in the vehicle during sudden braking or in an accident.

D To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or sudden stop while driving, keep the cup holder closed when it is not in use.

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The cup holder is designed for holding cups or drink−cans securely. To use the cup holder, pull down the arm- rest.

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Storage box

Grocery bag hooks

CAUTION

D Do not place anything else other than cups or drink−cans in the cup items may be holder, as such thrown about in the compartment and possibly injure people in the vehicle during sudden braking or in an accident.

D Do not lift the armrest upright when

the cup holder is in use.

This box is designed to hold things like bottles.

This hook is designed to hang things like grocery bags.

NOTICE

To prevent damage to the hook, avoid hanging heavy loads on it.

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Luggage net

Rear sun shade

Floor mat

To secure your luggage, hang the lug- gage net on the hooks.

NOTICE

z Do not use the net to secure sharp or heavy object. The net will tear off.

z Be sure not to twist the net when

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To raise the rear sun shade, pull the tab of the shade and hook it on the anchors. To lower the shade, pull the tab slightly to unhook the shade, and lower it slowly.

Use a floor mat of the correct size. If the floor carpet and floor mat have 2
holes, then they are designed for use with locking clips. Fix the floor mat with lock- ing clips into the holes in the floor carpet.

NOTICE

Observe the following, otherwise dam- age and/or failure may result: z Do not place anything where they may hinder the opening/closing of the shade.

z Do not place things on the shade.

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CAUTION

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

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SECTION 2

INFORMATION BEFORE DRIVING YOUR TOYOTA Information before driving your Toyota Break−in period Fuel Operation in foreign countries Three−way catalytic converters Engine exhaust cautions Facts about engine oil consumption Iridium−tipped spark plugs Brake system Brake pad wear limit indicators Luggage stowage precautions Your Toyota’s identification Theft prevention labels Suspension and chassis Types of tires

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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: D Avoid full

throttle acceleration when

starting and driving.

D Avoid racing the engine. D Try to avoid hard stops during the first

300 km (200 miles).

D Do not drive slowly with the manual

transmission in a high gear.

D Do not drive for a long time at any

single speed, either fast or slow.

D 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 mix−ups, your Toyota has a smaller fuel tank opening. 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. At a minimum, the gasoline you use should meet the specifications of ASTM D4814 in the U.S.A. and CGSB 3.5−M93
in Canada.

NOTICE

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

OCTANE RATING 2AZ−FE engine: Select Octane Rating 87
(Research Octane Number 91) or higher. 1MZ−FE engine: Select Octane Rating (Research Octane Number 91) or 87 higher. For improved vehicle perfor- mance, the use of premium unleaded gasoline with an Octane Rating of 91
(Research Octane Number of 96) or higher is recommended. Use of unleaded gasoline with an octane rating or research octane number lower than stated above will cause persistent heavy knocking. If it is severe, this will lead to engine damage. If your engine knocks... If you detect heavy knocking even when using if you hear steady knocking while holding a steady speed on level roads, consult your Toyota dealer. However, occasionally, you may notice light knocking for a short time while accel- erating or driving up hills. This is normal and there is no need for concern.

the recommended

fuel, or

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GASOLINE CONTAINING DETERGENT ADDITIVES Toyota recommends the use of gasoline that contains detergent additives to avoid build−up of engine deposits. However, all gasoline sold the U.S. contains detergent additives to keep clean and/or clean intake systems. QUALITY GASOLINE Automotive manufacturers in the U.S., Europe and Japan have developed a specification fuel named World−Wide Fuel Charter (WWFC) that is expected to be applied world wide. The WWFC consists of three categories that depend on required emission lev- els. In the U.S., category 3 has been adopted. The WWFC improves air quali- ty by providing for better emissions in vehicle fleets, and customer satisfaction through better vehicle performance.

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CLEANER BURNING GASOLINE Cleaner burning gasoline, including re- formulated gasoline that contains oxy- genates such as ethanol or MTBE is available in many areas. Toyota recommends the use of cleaner burning gasoline and appropriately blended reformulated gasoline. These types of gas- oline provide excellent vehicle perfor- mance, reduce vehicle emissions, and im- prove air quality. OXYGENATES IN GASOLINE Toyota allows the use of oxygenate blended gasoline where the oxygenate content is up to 10% ethanol or 15% MTBE. in your Toyota, be sure that it has an octane rating no lower than 87. Toyota does not recommend the use of gasoline containing methanol.

If you use gasohol

GASOLINE CONTAINING MMT Some gasoline contain an octane en- hancing additive called MMT (Methylcy- clopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl). Toyota does not recommend the use of gasoline that contains MMT. If fuel con- taining MMT is used, your emission con- trol system may be adversely affected. The Malfunction Indicator Lamp on the in- strument cluster may come on. If this hap- pens, contact your Toyota dealer for ser- vice. GASOLINE QUALITY In a very few cases, you may experience driveability problems caused by the partic- ular gasoline that you are using. If you continue to have unacceptable driveability, try changing gasoline brands. If this does not rectify your problem, then consult your Toyota dealer.

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z Do not use gasohol other

than stated above. It will cause fuel sys- tem damage or vehicle performance problems.

z If driveability problems are encoun- tered (poor hot starting, vaporizing, engine knock, etc.), discontinue the use.

z Take care not to spill gasohol dur- ing refueling. Gasohol may cause paint damage.

FUEL TANK CAPACITY

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

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Three−way catalytic converters

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

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CAUTION

D Keep people and combustible mate- rials away from the exhaust pipe while the engine is running. The exhaust gas is very hot.

D Do not drive, idle or park your ve- hicle over anything that may burn easily such as grass, leaves, paper or rags. D Do not

that may burn easily, such as paper or rags, in the engine compartment.

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NOTICE

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

z Do not allow the engine to run at idle speed for more than 20 min- utes.

z Avoid racing the engine. z Do not push−start or pull−start your

vehicle.

z Do not turn off the ignition while

the vehicle is moving.

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z Keep your engine in good running order. Malfunctions the engine electrical system, electronic ignition system/distributor ignition system or fuel system could cause an ex- tremely high three−way catalytic converter temperature.

z 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 catalytic converter sys- tem best.

z To ensure that the three−way cata- lytic converter and the entire emis- sion control system operate proper- ly, your vehicle must receive the periodic inspections required by the Toyota Maintenance Schedule. For scheduled maintenance information, refer to the “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supple- ment”.

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