1997 Toyota Celica Owners Manual

ST (Stereo reception) display Your radio automatically changes to re- ception when a stereo broadcast is re- ceived. “ST” appears on the display. If the signal becomes weak, the radio reduces the amount of channel separation to pre- vent the weak signal from creating noise. If the signal becomes extremely weak, the radio switches from stereo to mono recep- tion.

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TREB (Treble) This knob lets you adjust treble level. Push “BASS/TREB” so that it pops out of its retracted position. Pull out the knob. Turn the knob to adjust the treble. Push the knob back into its retracted position. TUNE Tuning Your Toyota has an electronic tuning radio (ETR). Push and release the “∧” (up) or “∨” (down) side of “TUNE” to step up or down the station band. If you hear a beep, you held the button too long and the radio will go into the seek mode. Seeking In the seak mode, the radio finds and plays the next station up or down the sta- tion band. To seek a station, push and hold the “∧” or “∨” side of “TUNE” until you hear a beep. Do this again to find another station.

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(cid:1)Type 2—1

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

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

(cid:1)Type 2—2

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(cid:1)Type 2—3

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

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1 2 3 4 5 6 (Press buttons) These buttons are used to preset and tune in radio stations. To preset a station to a button: Tune in the desired station (see “TUNE/SEEK” or “TUNE” button). Push and hold down the button until you hear a beep-this will set the station to the button. The button num- ber will appear on the display. To tune in to a preset station: Push the button for the station you want. The button number and station frequency will appear on the display. Type 2-1 and 2-2—These systems can store one AM and one FM station for each button. The preset station memory will be canceled out if thepower sourceis inter- rupted (battery disconnected or fuse blown). Type 2-3—These systems can store one AM and two FM stations for each button. (The display will show “AM”, “FM1”, or “FM2” when you push “AM⋅FM”.) To can- cel out the preset station memory, push “1”, “2”, and “3” at the same time and hold them in until you hear a beep.

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(Eject Button) Type 2-1 and 2-3
Push this button to eject a cassette. After you turn the ignition to “LOCK”, you will be able to eject a cassette but you will not be able to reinsert it. AM⋅FM Push “AM⋅FM” to switch between the AM and FM bands. Type 2-1 and 2-2—“AM” or “FM” will ap- pear on the display. Type 2-3—“AM”, “FM1”, or “FM2” will ap- pear on the display. If the audio system is off, you can turn on the radio by pushing “AM⋅FM”. Also, push “AM⋅FM” to switch from cassette opera- tion to radio operation.

APS (Automatic program selection) Type 2-3 only The automatic program selection (APS) feature allows you to program your cas- sette player to skip forwark or backward to locate the song you want to hear. You can skip up to nine tracks at a time. Push “APS”. “APS” and “1” will appear on the display. Next, push “APS” until the number on the display reaches the number of tracks you want to skip. If you push “APS” ten times, the APS feature will be turned off. (cid:4)

If you choose the number “1”, the play- er will rewind to the beginning of the current track.

(cid:4) When counting the number of tracks you want to rewind, remember to count the current track as well. For ex- ample, if you want to rewind to a song that is two before the song you are lis- tening to, push “APS” until “3” appears on the display.

Finally, push “REW” or “FF” to choose the direction you want to skip. The player will rewind or fast forward the selected num- ber of tracks and play.

The APS number you select can be higher than the number of tracks remaining on the current cassettte side. After the begin- ning or end of the tape is reached, the player will automatically reverse sides and rewind or fast forward the additional number of tracks. There must be at least 3 seconds of blank space between tracks in order for the APS feature to work correctly. In addition, the APS feature may not work well with some spoken word, live, or classical recordings. BAL (Balance) This knob lets you adjust the balance be- tween the right and left speakers. Types 2-1 and 2-3—Pull out “PWR/VOL/ BAL”. Turn the knob to adjust the balance. Push the knob back into its normal posi- tion. Type 2-2—Push “BAL/FADE” so that it pops out of its retracted position. Turn the knob to adjust the balance. Push the knob back into its retracted position. BASS This knob lets you adjust the bass level. Push “BASS/TREB” so that it pops out of its retracted position. Turn the knob to ad- just the bass. Push the knob back into its retracted position.

NR*

the button marked with

Dolby Type 2-1 and 2-2
If you are listening to a tape that was re- corded with Dolby Noise Reduction, push the double-D symbol. The double-D symbol will appear on the display. Push the button again to turn off Dolby NR. The Dolby NR mode reduces tape noise by about 10 dB. For best sound reproduc- tion, play your tapes with this button on or off according to the mode used for record- ing the tape. *: Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Lab- oratories Licensing Corporation. “DOLBY” and the double D symbol

are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

B ⋅ C NR*

Dolby  Type 2-3 only If you are listening to a tape that was re- cored with Dolby B or C Noise Reduc- tion, push the button marked with the double-D symbol until the appropriate symbol appears on the display. To turn off Dolby NR, push the button until the sym- bol disappears from the display.

The Dolby B NR mode reduces tape noise by about 10 dB. The Dolby C NR mode re- duces tape noise by another 10 dB, or about 20 dB total. For best sound repro- duction, select the same NR mode that was used to record the tape. *: Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Lab- oratories Licensing Corporation. “DOLBY” and the double D symbol

are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

EJECT Type 2-2 only Push “EJECT” to eject a cassette. After you turn the ignition to “LOCK”, you will be able to eject a cassette but you will not be able to reinsert it. FADE This knob lets you adjust the balance be- tween the front and rear speakers. Type 2-1 and 2-3—Move the “FADE” ring around “PWR/VOL” to adjust the balance between the front and rear speakers. Push the “BAL/FADE” knob so that it pops out of its retracted position. Pull out the knob. Turn the knob to adjust the front/ rear balance. Push the knob back into its retracted position.

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MTL (Metal) display Type 2-3 only If a metal or chrome equivalent cassette tape is put in the cassette player, the play- er will automatically adapt to it and “MTL” will appear on the display. PROG (Program) Push “PROG” to select the other side of a cassette tape. The display indicates which side is currently selected ( “∧” indi- cates top side, “∨” indicates bottom side). Auto-reverse feature—After the cassette player reaches the end of a tape side, it automatically reverses and begins to play the other side. This is true whether the cassette was playing or fast forwarding. PWR/VOL (Power/Volume) Types 2-1 and 2-3
Push “PWR/VOL” to turn the audio sys- tem on and off. Turn the “PWR/VOL” knob to adjust the volume. Pull out and then turn “PWR/VOL” to ad- just the balance between the right and left speakers. Move “FADE” around “PWR/ VOL” to adjust the front/rear balance.

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PWR/VOL (Power⋅Volume) Type 2-2 only Push “PWR⋅VOL” to turn the audio sys- tem on and off. Turn the “PWR⋅VOL” knob to adjust the volume. REW/FF (Rewind/Fast forward) Push the “FF” side of the button to fast for- ward a cassette tape. “FF” will appear on the display. Push the “REW” side to re- wind a tape. “REW” will appear on the dis- play. To stop the tape while it is fast forwarding, push “FF” or “TAPE”; to stop the tape while it is rewinding, push “REW” or “TAPE”. The tape will immediately begin to play. If a tape side rewinds completely, the cas- sette player will stop and then play that same side. If a tape fast forwards com- pletely, the cassette player will play the other side of the tape, using the auto-re- verse feature.

R⋅M (Radio monitor) Type 2-3 only The radio monitor feature allows your to listen to the radio while a cassette is being rewound or fast forwarded. Push “R⋅M”. “R⋅M” will appear on the dis- play. Any time you are rewinding or fast forwarding a cassette tape, the radio will play the station that was set most recent- ly. (You can not change the radio station unless you switch out of the cassette play- er function.) Push “R⋅M” again to turn off the R⋅M fea- ture. RPT (Repeat) Type 2-3 only The repeat feature automatically replays the current cassette. Push “RPT” while the track is playing. “RPT” will appear on the display. When the track ends, it will automatically be re- wound and replayed. This process will be continued until you push the button again to turn off the repeat feature. There must be at least 3 seconds of blank space between tracks in order for the re- peat feature to work correctly.

SCAN Types 2-1 and 2-3
Radio You can either scan all the frequencies on a band or scan only the preset stations for that band. To scan the preset stations: Quickly push and release “SCAN”. If you hear a beep, you held the button too long, and the radio will scan all the frequencies. The radio will tune in the next preset station up the band, stay there for a few seconds, and then move to the next preset station. To select a station, push “SCAN” a second time. To scan all the frequencies: Push “SCAN” until you hear a beep. The radio will find the next station up the station band, stay there for a few seconds, and then scan again. To select a station, push “SCAN” a second time. Cassette Player Type 2-3 only The cassette player scan feature is similar to the radio scan feature and uses the same button.

Push “SCAN”. “SCAN” will appear on the display. The player will fast forward to the next cassette track, play it for 12 seconds, and then scan again. To select a track, push “SCAN” a second time. If the player reaches the end of one side of a cassette tape, it will continue scanning on the other side. SKIP Type 2-3 only The skip feature allows you to fast forward past long stretches of blank tape. This is especially useful at the end of cassettes. Push “SKIP”. “SKIP” will appear on the display. The cassette player will keep track of how much blank space it plays. Any time it has played about 10 seconds of blank tape, it will automatically fast for- ward to the next track and begin to play. Push the button a second time to turn off the skip feature. ST (Stereo reception) display Your radio automatically changes to ste- reo reception when a stereo broadcast is received. “ST” appears on the display. If the signal becomes weak, the radio re- duces the amount of channel separation to prevent the weak signal from creating noise. If the signal becomes extremely weak, the radio switches from stereo to mono reception.

TAPE Push “Tape” to switch from radio opera- tion to cassette operation. If the audio system is off, you can turn on the cassette player by pushing “TAPE”. In both cases, a cassette must already be loaded in the player. TREB (Treble) This knob lets you adjust the treble level. Push “BASS/TREB” so that it pops out of its retracted position. Pull out the knob. Turn the knob to adjust the treble. Push the knob back into its retracted position. TUNE, TUNE/SEEK Tuning Your Toyota has an electronic tuning radio (ETR). Push and release the “∧” (up) or “∨” (down) side of “TUNE” or “TUNE/SEEK” to step up or down the station band. If you hear a beep, you held the button too long and the radio will go into the seek mode. Seeking In the seek mode, the radio finds and plays the next station up or down the sta- tion band. To seek a station, push and hold the “∧” or “∨” side of “TUNE” or “TUNE/SEEK” until you hear a beep. Do this again to find another station.

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Button display for radio/cassette tape player/compact disc player

Your audio system shows three different button displays that changes in accor- dance with the audio mode you have se- lected. Radio display (display 1) Cassette player display (display 2) Compact disc player display (display 3) Details of specific buttons, controls, and featrues are described in the alphabetical listing that follows.

1 2 3 4 5 6 (Preset buttons) These buttons are used to preset and tune in radio stations. To preset a station to a button: Tune in the desired station (see “TUNE” button). Push and hold down the button until you hear a beep—this will set the station to the button. The button number will appear on the display. To tune in to a preset station: Push the button for the station you want. The button number and station frequency will appear on the display. These systems can store one AM and two FM stations for each button. (The display will show “AM”, “FM1”, or “FM2” when you push “AM⋅FM”.) To cancel out the preset station memory, push “1”, “2”, and “3” at the same time and hold them in until you hear a beep.

(Eject button)

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

(cid:2)(cid:2)/(cid:1)(cid:1)(Track down/up button) By using this button, you can skip up or down to a different track. Cassette Player You can skip up to nine tracks at a time. Push the up or down side of the button. “1. FF” or “1. REW” will appear on the display. Next, push either side of the track button until the number on the display reaches the number of tracks you want to skip. If you push the button ten times, the skip feature will be turned off. When counting thenumber of tracks you want to rewind, remember to count the current track as well. For example, if you want to rewind to a song that is two before the song you are listening to, push on the down side of the button until “3. REW” ap- pears on the display. If you have pushed the track button more than you wanted to, push the other side of the button. The track number will be re- duced. The track number you select is not valid if it is higher than the number of tracks re- maining on the current cassette side.

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(cid:4) After the beginning of the tape is reached, the player will automatically start playing the same side.

(cid:4) After the end of the tape is reached, the player will automaticaally reverse sides and start playing the other side. There must be at least 3 seconds of blank space between tracks for the track button to work correctly. In addition, the feature may not work well with some spoken word, live, or classical recordings. Compact Disc Player Push either side of the track button until the number of the track you want to listen to appears on the display. If you want to return the beginning of the current track, push the down side of the button one time, quickly. (cid:2)(cid:2)/(cid:1)(cid:1)Reverse/Fast forward buttons) Cassette Player Push the fast forward button to fast for- ward a cassette tape. “FF” will appear on the display. Push the reverse button to re- wind a tape. “REW” will appear on the dis- play.

To stop the tape while it is fast forwarding, push on the up side of the track down/up button or “TAPE”; to stop the tape while it is rewinding, push on the down side of the track down/up button or “TAPE.” If a tape side rewinds completely, the cas- sette player will stop and then play that same side. If a tape fast forwards com- pletely, the cassette player will play the other side of the tape, using the auto-re- verse feature. Compact Disc Player If you want to fast forward or reverse through a compact disc track, push and hold in the fast forward or reverse button. When you release the button, the com- pact disc player will resume playing. AM⋅FM Push “AM⋅FM” to switch between the AM and FM bands. “AM”, “FM1”, or “FM2” will appear on the display. These systems al- low you to set twelve FM stations, two for each button. If the audio system is off, you can turn on the radio by pushing “AM⋅FM”. Also, push “AM⋅FM” to switch from cassette or com- pact disc operation to radio operation.

BAL (Balance) This knob lets you adjust the balance be- tween the right and left speakers. Push “MID/BAL” so that it pops out of its retracted position. Pull out the knob. Turn the knob to adjust the balance. Push the knob back into its retracted position. BASS This knob lets you adjust the bass level. Push “BASS” so that it pops out of its re- tracted position. Turn the knob to adjust the bass. Push the knob back into its re- tracted position. CD (Compact Disc) Push “CD” to switch from radio or cas- sette operation to compact disc operation. If the audio system is off, you can turn on the compact disc player by pushing “CD”. In both cases, a disc must already be loaded in the player. When the audio is set into compact disc operation, the display shows the track number currently being played. Pushing “CD” changes the display to show the length of the current program being played so far. By pushing the button once again, the display retruns to that of track number.

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 B ⋅ C NR*

Dolby  If you are listening to a tape that was re- cored with Dolby B or C Noise Reduc- tion, push the button marked with the double-D symbol until the appropriate symbol appears on the display. To turn off Dolby NR, push the button until the sym- bol disappears from the display. The Dolby B NR mode reduces tape noise by about 10 dB. The Dolby C NR mode re- duces tape noise by another 10 dB, or about 20 dB total. For best sound repro- duction, select the same NR mode that was used to record the tape. *: Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Lab- oratories Licensing Corporation. “DOLBY” and the double D symbol

are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

Five EQ settings

EQ (Equalizer) Your audio system can store five different EQ settings in its memory so that you will not need to readjust it every time you lis- ten to a different program. Five common settings are stored in the system’s memory when it is manufac- tured (see illustration). To use a preset EQ setting: Push “EQ”. The levers for the first setting and “EQ-1” will appear on the display. Push “EQ” until you reach the setting you want. The audio system will adjust the program you are hearing to the selected setting. To change a preset EQ setting: Push “EQ” until the setting you want to change ap- pears on the display. Adjust the bass, mid-range, and treble levels using the “BASS”, “MID/BAL”, and “TREB/FADE.” To save an EQ setting: After you have changed a setting, push “EQ” until you hear a beep. This will replace the original factory setting with your new one. To cancel one of the EQ settings you saved: With the setting on the display, push in and hold “EQ” until you have heard both the first “save” beep and a sec- ond beep that means the setting has been canceled. The original factory setting will appear on the display.

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To cancel all of the changed EQ setting: Push and hold in “EQ” until you hear a third beep. FADE This knob lets you adjust the balance be- tween the front and rear speakers. Push “TREB/FADE” so that it pops out of its retracted position. Pull out the knob. Turn the knob to adjust the front/rear bal- ance. Push the knob back into its re- tracted position. MID (Mid-range) This knob lets you adjust the mid-range level. Push “MID/BAL” knob so that it pops out of its retracted position. Turn the knob to adjust the mid-range level. Push the knob back into its retracted position. MTL (Metal) display If a metal or chrome equivalent cassette tape is put in the cassette player, the play- er will automatically adapt to it and “MTL” will appear on the display.

PROG (Program) Push “PROG” to select the other side of a cassette tape. The display indicates which side is currently selected (“∧” indi- cates top side, “v” indicates bottom side). Auto-reverse feature: After the cassette player reaches the end of a tape side, it automatically reverses and begins to play the other side. This is true whether the cassette was playing or fast forwarding. PWR/VOL (Power/Volume) Push “PWR/VOL” to turn the audio sys- tem on and off. Turn “PWR/VOL” to adjust the volume. RAND (Random) The random feature allows you to listen to the tracks on a compact disc in random or- der. When you push “RAND”, “RAND” will ap- pear on the display and the player will play the tracks in random order. Push the but- ton again to turn off the random feature.

RM (Radio Monitor) The radio monitor feature allows you to listen to the radio while a cassette is being rewound or fast forwarded. Push “RM”. “RM” will appear on the dis- play. Any time you are rewinding or fast forwarding a cassette tape, the radio will play the station that was set most recent- ly. (You can not change the radio station unless you switch out of the cassette play- er function.) Push “RM” again to turn off the RM fea- ture. RPT (Repeat) The repeat feature automatically replays the current cassette or compact disc track. Push “RPT” while the track is playing. “RPT” will appear on the display. When the track ends, it will automatically be re- wound and replayed. This process will be continued until you push the button again to turn off the repeat feature. Cassettes—There must be at least 3
seconds of blank space between tracks in order for the repeat feature to work correctly.

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SCAN Radio You can either scan all the frequencies on a band or scan only the preset stations for that band. To scan the preset stations: Quickly push and release “SCAN.” If you hear a beep, you held the button too long, and the radio will scan all the frequencies. The radio will tune in the next preset station up the band, stay there for a few seconds, and then move to the next preset station. To select a station, push “SCAN” a second time. To scan all the frequencies: Push “SCAN” until you hear a beep. The radio will find the next station up the station band, stay there for a few seconds, and then scan again. To select a station, push “SCAN” a second time. Cassette Player The cassette player scan feature is similar to the radio scan feature and uses the same button. Push “SCAN”. “SCAN” will appear on the display. The player will fast forward to the next cassette track, play it for 12 seconds, and then scan again. To select a track, push “SCAN” a second time. If the player reaches the end of one side of a cassette tape, it will continue scanning on the other side.

Compact disc player The compact disc player scan feature is similar to the radio scan feature. Push “SCAN”. “SCAN” will appear on the display. The compact disc player will play the next track for 10 seconds, then scan again. To select a track, push “SCAN” a second time. If the player reaches the end of the disc, it will continue scanning at track 1. SKIP The skip feature allows you to fast forward past long stretches of blank tape. This is especially useful at the end of cassettes. Push “SKIP”. “SKIP” will appear on the display. The cassette player will keep track of how much blank space it plays. Any time it has played about 10 seconds of blank tape, it will automatically fast for- ward to the next track and begin to play. Push the button a second time to turn off the skip feature. ST (Stereo reception) display Your radio automatically changes to ste- reo reception when a stereo broadcast is received. “ST” appears on the display. If the signal becomes weak, the radio re- duces the amount of channel separation to prevent the weak signal from creating noise. If the signal becomes extremely weak, the radio switches from stereo to mono reception.

TAPE Push “TAPE” to switch from radio or com- pact disc operation to cassette operation. If the audio system is off, you can turn on the cassette player by pushing “TAPE”. In both cases, a cassette must already be loaded in the player. TREB (Treble) This knob lets you adjust the treble level. Push “BASS/TREB” so that it pops out of its retracted position. Pull out the knob. Turn the knob to adjust the treble. Push the knob back into its retracted position. TUNE Tuning Your Toyota has an electronic tuning radio (ETR). Push and release the “∧” (up) or “v” (down) side of “TUNE” to step up or down the station band. (If you hear a beep, you held the button too long and the radio will go into the seek mode.) Seeking In the seek mode, the radio finds and plays the next station up or down the sta- tion band. To seek a station, push and hold the “∧” or “v” side of “TUNE” until you hear a beep. Do this again to find another station.

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—Anti-theft system (Type 2-2 and 3 only) The anti-theft system prevents the audio system from working after it has been dis- connected. To activate the system, you must set a three-digit security code. After the system is set, “SEC” will appear in the display each time the ignition is turned from “LOCK” or “ACC” or “ON”. Also, the anti-theft light flashes every few seconds while the ignition key is in the “LOCK” position. You will need to know your security code to reactivate your radio after electrical ser- vice is performed on your vehicle. Choose a security code that is easy to re- member and keep a copy of it (not in your Toyota).

NOTICE

If you pushed any wrong buttons on the anti-theft system, the following messages will appear on the display. (cid:6)“Err”—You have pushed wrong

buttons.

(cid:6)“1-9”—Indicates the number of errors you have made. You may make up to nine errors, but no more!

(cid:6)“HELP”—The number of error you can make was exceeded. The au- dio sytem is completely inoper- able. Contact you Toyota dealer.

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Setting a security code for the first time. 1. Turn off the audio system. Turn ignition key to “ACC”. Simultaneously push and hold in “1”, “6”, and “PWR/VOL” until “SEC” appears on the display.

2. While you are holding in the “∧” side of “TUNE”, push “1”. The display will read “- - -“. On some modes, “(cid:3)” and “(cid:5)” will also turn on.

Input the three digit code.

3. You have 10 seconds to enter each digit. For example, “209”: To set the first digit: Push “1” until the digit you want appears on the display. To set the second digit: Push “2” until the digit you want appears on the display. To set the third digit: Push “3” until the digit you want appears on the display.

4. The three-digit code should be on the display. Push and hold in “SCAN” until the display goes dark. (At first, “SEC” will appear on the display.)

If you pushed any wrong buttons, “Err” and the number of errors you have made will appear on the display before “SEC” does. Go back to step 2
and try again. If the display returns to “- - -” while you are entering the code, go back to step 3. To make sure the security code has been accepted, turn the ignition to “LOCK” and then back to “ACC.” “SEC” should appear on the display. Choose a security code that is easy to re- member and keep a copy of it (not in your Toyota).

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Changing the security code 1. Turn off the audio system. Turn the ignition key to “ACC”. Simultaneously push and hold in “1”, “6”, and “PWR/VOL” until “SEC” appears in the display.

2. While you are holding in the “∧” side of “TUNE” push “1”. The display will read “- - -”. On some models, “ (cid:3)” and “(cid:5)” will also turn on.

Input the existing three-digit code.

3. You have 10 seconds to enter each digit. For example, “209”: To set the first digit: Push “1” until the digit you want appears on the display. To set the second digit: Push “2” until the digit you want appears on the display. To set the third digit: Push “3” until the digit you want appears on the display.

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4. The three-digit code should be on the display. Push “SCAN”. The display will read “- - -”. 5. Repeat steps 2 and 3, this time enter- ing your new code. You can use digits “0” through “9”.

6. The new three-digit code should be on the display. Push and hold in “SCAN” until the display goes dark. (At first, “SEC” will appear on the display.)

If you pushed any wrong buttons, “Err” and the number of errors you have made will appear on the display before “SEC” does. Go back to step 2
and try again. If the display returns to “- - -“ while you are entering the code, go back to step 3. To make sure the security code has been accepted, turn the ignition to “LOCK” and then back to “ACC”. “SEC” should appear on the display.

NOTICE

A tenth error will activate the anti-theft system and “HELP” will appear on the display. The audio system will be completely inop- erable. At this time, the anti-theft light also comes on. If this occurs, contact your Toyota dealer.

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Cleaning the security code. 1. Turn off the audio system. Turn the ignition key to “ACC”. Simultaneously push and hold in “1”, “6”, and “PWR/VOL” until “SEC” appears on the display.

2. While you are holding in the “∧” side of “TUNE”, push “1”. The display will read “- - -“. On some models, “(cid:3)” and “(cid:5)” will also turn on.

Input the existing three-digit code.

3. You have 10 seconds to enter each digit. For example, “209”: To set the first digit: Push “1” until the digit you want appears on the display. To set the second digit: Push “2” until the digit you want appears on the display. To set the third digit: Push “3” until the digit you want appears on the display.

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If you pushed any wrong buttons, “Err” and the number of errors you have made will appear on the display before “SEC” does. Go back to step 2
and try again. If the display returns to “—” while you are entering the code, go back to step 3.

NOTICE

A tenth error will activate the anti-theft system and “HELP” will appear on the display. The audio system will be completely inop- erable. At this time, the anti-theft light also comes on. If this occurs, contact your Toyota dealer.

4. The three-digit code should be on the display. Push “SCAN”. The display will read “- - -”. 5. Wait for 10 seconds until the security system is deactivated and the display goes dark.

Reactivating a disabled audio system 1. Turn the ignition switch to “ACC”. 2. While you are holding in the “∧” side of

“TUNE”, push “1”.

The dispay will read “- - -”. On some models, “(cid:3)” and “(cid:5)” will also turn on.

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If you pushed any wrong buttons, “Err” and the number of errors you have made will appear on the display before “SEC” does. Go back to step 2
and try again. If the display returns to “- - -” while you are entering the code, go back to step 3. To make sure the security code has been accepted, turn the ignition to “LOCK” and then back to “ACC”. “SEC” should appear on the display.

NOTICE

A tenth error will activate the anti-theft system and “HELP” will appear on the display. The audio system will be completely inop- erable. At this time, the anti-theft light also comes on. If this occurs, contact your Toyota dealer.

Input the existing three-digit code.

3. You have 10 seconds to enter each digit. For example, “209”: To set the first digit: Push “1” until the digit you want appears on the display. To set the second digit: Push “2” until the digit you want appears on the display. To set the third digit: Push “3” until the digit you want appears on the display.

4. The three-digit code should be on the display. Push and hold in “SCAN” until the display goes dark. (At first, “SEC” will appear on the display.)

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—Car audio system operating hints

NOTICE

To ensure the correct audio system operation: (cid:6)Be careful not to spill beverages

over the audio system.

(cid:6)Do not put anything other than a cassette tape or Compact Disc into the slot.

ILLUMINATION CONTROL LOGIC On some audio-units, when the instru- ment panel lights are on, the letters on op- erable buttons of the mode in current use light up together with the mode selection and eject buttons. RADIO RECEPTION Usually, a problem with radio reception does not mean there is a problem with your radio-it is just the normal result of conditions outside the vehicle. For example, nearby buildings and terrain can interfere with FM reception. Power lines or telephone wires can interfere with AM signals. And of course, radio signals have a limited range, and the farther you are from a station, the weaker its signal will be. In addition, reception conditions change constantly as your vehicle moves.

Here are some common reception prob- lems that probably do not indicate a prob- lem with your radio: FM Fading and drifing stations—Generally, the effective range of FM is about 40 km (25 miles). Once outside this range, you may notice fading and drifting, which in- crease with the distance from the radio transmitter. They are often accompanied by distortion. Multi-path—FM signals are reflective, making it possible for two signals to reach your antenna at the same time. If this hap- pens, the signals will cancel each other out, causing a momentary flutter or loss of reception. Static and fluttering—These occur when signals are blocked by buildings, trees, or other large objects. Increasing the bass level may reduce static and fluttering. Station swapping—If the FM signal you are listening to is interrupted or weak- ened, and there is another strong station nearby on the FM band, your radio may tune in the second station until the original signal can be picked up again.

AM Fading—AM broadcasts are reflected by the upper atmosphere-especially at night. These reflected signals can inter- fere with those received directly from the radio station, causing the radio station to sound alternately strong and weak. Station interference—when a reflected signal and a signal received directly from a radio station are very nearly the same frequency, they can interfere with each other, making it difficult to hear the broad- cast. Static—AM is easily affected by external sources of electrical noise, such as high tension power lines, lightening, or electri- cal motors. This results in static. CARING FOR YOUR CASSETTE PLAY- ER AND TAPES For high performance from your cassette player and tapes: Clean the tape head and other parts regu- larly. (cid:4) A dirty tape head or tape path can de- crease sound quality and tangle your cassette tapes. The easiest way to clean them is by using a cleaning tape. (A wet tape is recommended.)

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Use high-quality cassettes. (cid:4) Low-quality cassette tapes can cause many problems, including poor sound, inconsistent playing speed, and constant auto-reversing. They can also get stuck or tangled in the cas- sette player.

(cid:4) Do not use a cassette if it has been damaged or tangled or if its label is peeling off.

(cid:4) Do not leave a cassette in the player if you are not listening to it, especially if it is hot outside.

(cid:4) Store cassettes in their cases and out

of direct sunlight.

(cid:4) Avoid using cassettes with a total play- ing time longer than 100 minutes (50
minutes per side). The tape used in these cassettes is thin and could get stuck or tangled in the cassette player.

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(cid:4)

If moisture gets into your compact disc player, you may not hear any sound even though your compact disc player appears to be working. Remove the disc from the player and wait until it dries.

(cid:4) Handle compact discs carefully, espe- cially when you are inserting them. Hold them on the edge and do not bend them. Avoid getting fingerprints on them, particularly on the shiny side. (cid:4) Dirt, scrapes, warping, pin holes, or other disc damage could cause the player to skip or to repeat a section of a track. (To see a pin hole, hold the disc up to the light.)

(cid:4) Remove discs from the compact disc player when you are not listening to them. Store them in their plastic cases away from moisture, heat, and direct sunlight.

To clean a compact disc: Wipe it with a soft, lint-free cloth that has been damp- ened with water. Wipe in a straight line from the center to the edge of the disc (not in circles). Dry it with another soft, lint- free cloth. Do not use a conventional re- cord cleaner or anti-static device.

CARING FOR YOUR COMPACT DISC PLAYER AND DISCS (cid:4) Use only compact discs labeled as

shown.

(cid:4) Extremely high

temperatures can keep your compact disc player from working. On hot days, use the air con- ditioning to cool the vehicle interior be- fore you listen to a disc.

(cid:4) Bumby roads or other vibrations may make your compact disc player skip.

CAUTION

Compact disc players use invisible laser beam which could cause haz- ardous radiation exposure if di- rected outside the unit. Be sure to operate the player correctly as instructed.

A new disc may have rough edges on its inner and outer perimeter. Remove the rough edges by pressing the side of a ball-point pen or pencil against the inner and outer perimeter of the disc as shown. If you continue to play a disc with rough edges, flakes will fall on to the signal side of the disc and cause sound skipping or other problems.

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Air conditioning system— —Controls

1. Air Flow Selector 2. Air Intake Selector 3. “A/C” Button (on some models) 4. Fan Speed Selector 5. Temperature Selector

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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.

For details about air flow selector settings, see the illustration after “A/C” button. Vehicles with “A/C” button— Pressing the windshield button turns on the defroster-linked air conditioning. At this time, the “A/C” button indicator comes on regardless of whether or not the “A/C” button is pressed in. This is to clean up the front view more quickly. When the “A/C” button is not pressed in, pressing another air flow button pressing and the turns off the air conditioning.

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Air flow selector Press one of the buttons to select the vents used for air flow. An indicator light will illuminate to show which air flow mode is being selected. 1 Panel—Air flows mainly from the in- strument panel vents. 2 Bi-level —Air flows from both the floor vents and the instrument panel vents. vents. Floor/Windshield —Air flows mainly from the floor vents and windshield vents. 5 Windshield—Air flows mainly from the windshield vents.

Floor—Air flows mainly from the floor

“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. An indicator light will illuminate to show which air intake mode is being selected. 1 Recirculate—Recirculates the air in- side the vehicle. system.

Fresh—Draws outside air into the

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—Air flow selector settings

—Operating tips (cid:1) 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 condi- tioning to cool the interior more quickly. (cid:1) Make sure the air intake grilles in front of the windshield are not blocked (by leaves or snow, for example).

(cid:1) 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.

(cid:1) Keep the area under the front seats clear to allow air to circulate through- out the vehicle.

(cid:1) On cold days, move the fan speed to “HI” for a minute to help clear the in- take ducts of snow or moisture. This can reduce the amount of fogging on the windows.

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Heating For best results, set controls to:

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

(red zone)

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

(cid:1) For quick heating, select recirculated air for a few minutes. To keep the win- dows from fogging, select fresh after the vehicle interior has been warmed. (cid:1) Press the “A/C” button on for dehumid-

ified heating.

(cid:1) Choose floor/windshield air flow to heat the vehicle interior while defrost- ing or defogging the windshield.

Air conditioning For best results, set controls to: Fan speed—Any setting except “OFF” Temperature— Towards COLD

(blue zone)

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

(cid:1) For quick cooling, move the air intake selector to recirculate for a few min- utes.

Ventilation For best results, set controls to: Fan speed—Any setting except “OFF” Temperature— Towards COLD

(blue zone)

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

Defogging and defrosting The inside of the windshield For best results, set controls to: 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

Vehicles with “A/C” button- Pressing the windshield button turns on the defroster-linked air conditioning. At this time, the “A/C” button indicator comes on regardless of whether or not the “A/C” button is pressed in. This is to clean up the front view more quickly. When the “A/C” button is not pressed in, pressing another airflow button turns off the air conditioning. (cid:1) 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.

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—Instrument panel vents

The outside of the windshield For best results, set controls to: Fan speed—Any setting except “OFF” Temperature— Towards WARM

(red zone)

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

Vehicles with “A/C” button— Turning the air flow control knob to wind- shield position turns on the defroster- linked air conditioning. At this time, the “A/C” button indicator comes on regard- less of whether or not the “A/C” button is pressed in. This is to clean up the front view more quickly. When the “A/C” button is not pressed in, moving the air flow control lever to anoth- er position turns off the air conditioning. (cid:1) To heat the vehicle interior while de- frosting the windshield, choose floor/ windshield air flow.

If air flow control is not satisfactory, check the instrument panel vents. The instru- ment panel vents may be opened or closed as shown.

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OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS—

Chapter 1-8
Other equipment (cid:1) Clock (cid:1) Cigarette lighter and ashtray (cid:1) Glovebox (cid:1) Auxiliary (cid:1) Cup holder (cid:1) Luggage cover (cid:1) Floor mat

Clock

Once the electrical power source has been disconnected from the clock, the time is automatically set to 1:00 (one o’clock). When the instrument panel lights are turned on, the brightness of the time indi- cation will be reduced.

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 quick adjustment to a full hour is de- sired, push the “:00” button. For example, if the “:00” button is de- pressed when is between 1:01—1:29, the time will change to 1:00. If the time is between 1:30—1:59, the time will change to 2:00.

time

the

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Cigarette lighter and ashtray

Glovebox

ASHTRAY To use the ashtray, open the cover. 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, close the ash- tray cover completely. To remove the ashtray, open the ashtray cover and pull it out.

CAUTION

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

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

CAUTION

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

CIGARETTE LIGHTER To use the cigarette lighter, press it in. When it becomes heated, it automati- cally pops out ready for use. If the engine is not running, the key must be in the ”ACC” position. Do not hold the cigarette lighter pressed in. Use a Toyota genuine cigarette lighter or equivalent for replacement.

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Auxiliary box

Cup holder

Luggage cover

CAUTION

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

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

in use.

To open the auxiliary box, press on the knob and pull out the box lid.

CAUTION

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

The cup holder is designed for holding cups or drink-cans fit snugly in its holes. To use the cup holder, pull it out. When the cup holder is pulled out to the first click, you can also use the ashtray.

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When you open the back door, the lug- gage cover tilts up for easy access to the luggage compartment. For additional luggage space, unhook the cords and lift the cover out of the retain- ers.

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Floor mat

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

CAUTION

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

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Part 2
INFORMATION BEFORE DRIVING YOUR TOYOTA (cid:1) Break-in period (cid:1) Fuel (cid:1) Operation in foreign countries (cid:1) Three-way catalytic converter (cid:1) Engine exhaust cautions (cid:1) Facts about engine oil consumption (cid:1) Brake system (cid:1) Brake pad wear limit indicators (cid:1) Luggage stowage precautions (cid:1) Your Toyota’s identification (cid:1) Theft prevention labels (cid:1) Suspension and chassis (cid:1) Types of tires

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

tween 2000 and 4000 rpm.

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

300 km (200 miles).

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

transmission in a high gear.

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

single speed, either fast or slow.

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

km (500 miles).

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

NOTICE

Do not use leaded gasoline. Use of leaded gasoline will cause the three-way catalytic converter to lose its effectiveness and the emis- sion control system to function im- properly. Also, this can increase maintenance costs. OCTANE NUMBER 7A-FE engine: Select Research Octane Number 91 (Octane Rating 87) or higher. 5S-FE engine: Select Research Octane Number 91 (Octane Rating 87) or high- er. For improved vehicle performance, the use of premium unleaded gasoline with a research Octane Number of 96
(Octane Rating 91) or higher is recom- mended.

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NOTICE

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

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

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

FUEL TANK CAPACITY 60 L (15.9 gal., 13.2 Imp. gal)

Use of unleaded fuel with an octane num- ber or rating lower than stated above will cause persistent heavy knocking. If se- vere, this will lead to engine damage. If your engine knocks... If you detect heavy knocking even when using the recommended fuel, or if you hear steady knocking while holding a steady speed on level roads, consult your Toyota dealer. However, now and then, you may notice light knocking for a short time while accel- erating or driving up hills. This is no cause for concern. GASOLINES CONTAINING DETER- GENT ADDITIVES Toyota recommends use of gasolines that contain detergent additives to avoid build-up of engine deposits. For further details, ask your Toyota dealer or a local gasoline retailer.

GASOLINES CONTAINING MTBE Gasolines that contain MTBE (Methyl Tertiary-Butyl Ether) are available in the market. If you use a gasoline mixed with MTBE, make certain that it does not contain more than 15% of MTBE. If the use of gasolines containing MTBE causes poor driveability and/or poor fuel economy, you should discontinue the use of fuels containing MTBE. GASOLINES CONTAINING ALCOHOL If you use gasohol in your Toyota, be sure that it is unleaded, has an octane rating no lower than 87 and does not contain more than 10% ethanol. Gasohol is a mixture of gasoline and etha- nol. Toyota does not recommend the use of gasolines containing methanol. If you use gasoline containing methanol, use only gasoline meeting the requirements above and also containing less than 5% metha- nol with cosolvents and corrosion inhibi- tors for methanol.

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Three-way catalytic converters

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

7A-FE engines

5S-FE engines

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

CAUTION

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

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

NOTICE

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

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

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

your vehicle.

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

the vehicle is moving.

(cid:2)Keep your engine in good running order. Malfunctions in the engine electrical system, electronic igni- tion system/distributor ignition system or fuel system could cause an extremely high three- way catalytic converter tempera- ture.

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

(cid:2)To ensure that the three-way cata- lytic converter and the entire emission control system operate properly, your vehicle must re- ceive the periodic inspections re- quired by the Toyota Maintenance Schedule. For scheduled mainte- nance information, refer to the separate “Owner’s Manual Sup- plement/Maintenance Schedule”. 118

Engine exhaust cautions

CAUTION

(cid:1) Avoid inhaling the engine ex- haust. It contains carbon monox- ide, which is a colorless and odor- less gas. It can cause uncon- sciousness or even death.

(cid:1) Make sure the exhaust system has no holes or loose connec- tions. The system should be checked from time to time. If you hit something, or notice a change in the sound of the exhaust, have the system checked immediately. (cid:1) Do not run the engine in a garage or enclosed area except for the time needed to drive the vehicle in or out. The exhaust gases cannot escape, making this a particularly dangerous situation.

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

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

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

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

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

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

The amount of engine oil consumed depends on the viscosity of the oil, the quality of the oil and the conditions the vehicle is driven under. More oil is consumed by high- speed driving and frequent acceleration and deceleration. A new engine consumes more oil, since its pistons, piston rings and cylinder walls have not become conditioned. When judging the amount of oil con- sumption, note that the oil may be- come diluted and make it difficult to judge the true level accurately. As an example, if a vehicle is used for re- peated short trips, and consumes a normal amount of oil, the dipstick may not show any drop in the oil level at all, even after 1000 km (600 miles) or more. This is be- cause the oil is gradually becoming diluted with the fuel or moisture, making it appear that the oil level has not changed. The diluting ingredients evaporate out when the vehicle is then driven at high speeds, as on an expressway, making it appear that oil is excessively consumed after driving as high speeds.

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

NOTICE

Failure to check the oil level regularly could lead to serious engine trouble due to insufficient oil.

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

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

CAUTION

Do not drive your vehicle with only a single brake system. Have your brakes fixed immediately. BRAKE BOOSTER The brake booster uses engine vacuum to power-assist the brakes. If the engine should quit while you are driving, you can bring the vehicle to a stop with normal pedal pressure. There is enough reserve vacuum for one or two stops - but no more!

CAUTION

(cid:1) Do not pump the brake pedal if the engine stalls. Each push on the pedal uses up your vacuum re- serve. 120

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

ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (with “ABS” warning light) The anti- lock brake system is designed to automatically help prevent lock- up of the wheels during sudden braking or braking on slippery road surfaces. This assists in pro- viding directional stability and steering per- formance of the vehicle under these cir- cumstances. The anti- lock brake system becomes op- erative after the vehicle has accelerated to a speed in excess of approximately 10 km/h (6 mph). It stops operating when the vehicle decelerates to a speed below approximate- ly 5 km/h (3 mph). You may hear a sound in the engine compartment for a few seconds when the engine is started or just after the vehicle is started. This means that the anti-lock brake system is in the self check mode, and does not indicate a malfunction.

Effective way to press the “ABS” brake pedal: When the anti-lock brake system function is in action, you may feel the brake pedal pulsating and hear a noise. In this situation, to let the anti-lock brake system work for you, just hold the brake pedal down more firmly. Do not pump the brake. This will result in reduced braking performance. The brake pedal pulsation caused by the anti-lock brake system may indicate haz- ardous road surface conditions. Although the anti-lock brake system assists in pro- viding vehicle control, it is still important to drive with all due care, because the anti- lock brake system cannot overcome the laws of physics that act on your vehicle: (cid:1) Braking capability is dependent on tire

friction with the road surface.

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

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

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

ered roads.

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

Type A

Type B

“ABS” warning light This light comes on when the ignition key is turned to the “ON” position. After about 3 seconds, the light will go off. If either of the following conditions occurs, this indicates a malfunction somewhere in the parts monitored by the warning light system. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle. (cid:1) The light does not come on as de-

scribed above, or remains on.

(cid:1) The light comes on while driving. Even if the anti-lock brake system should fail, the brake system will still operate con- ventionally. However, when the ‘ABS’’ warning light is on (and the brake system warning light is off), the anti-lock brake system is not assisting brake perfor- mance so that the wheels can lock-up during sudden braking or braking on slip- pery road surfaces. Have your vehicle checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

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Brake pad wear limit indicators

TYPE

PARKING

DRUM-IN-DISC BRAKE SYSTEM (with 5S-FE engine) Your vehicle has a drum-in-disc type parking brake system. This type brake system needs bedding-down of the brake shoes periodically or whenever the park- ing brake shoes and/or drums are re- placed. Have your Toyota dealer perform the bed- ding-down.

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

(cid:1) Be careful

to keep

the vehicle balanced. Locating the weight as far forward as possible helps maintain balance.

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

unneeded weight.

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

CAUTION

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

(cid:1) Never allow anyone to ride in the luggage compartment. It is not designed for passengers. They should ride in their seats with their seat belts properly fastened. Otherwise, they are much more likely suffer serious bodily injury, in the event of sudden braking or a collision.

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

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

NOTICE

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

Your Toyota’s identification- -V ehicle identification number

The vehicle identification number (VIN) is also on the Certification Label.

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

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

NOTICE

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

—Engine number

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

7A-FE engine

5S-FE engine

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Suspension and chassis

CAUTION

Do not modify the suspension/ chassis with lift kits, spacers, springs, etc. It can cause danger- ous handling characteristics, re- sulting in loss of control.

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

CAUTION

(cid:1) Do not mix summer and all season tires on your vehicle as this can cause dangerous handling charac- teristics, resulting in loss of con- trol.

(cid:1) Do not use tires other than the manufacturer’s designated tires, and do not mix tires or wheels of the sizes different the originals.

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Part 3
STARTING AND DRIVING (cid:1) Before starting the engine (cid:1) How to start the engine (cid:1) Tips for driving in various

conditions

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

vehicle last longer, too

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

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

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

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NOTICE

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

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

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

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

(cid:1) When parking on a hill, turn the front wheels until they touch the curb so that