1996 Toyota Corolla Owners Manual

Do not wash the vehicle floor with wa- ter, or allow water to get onto the floor when cleaning the vehicle interior or exterior. Water may get into audio components or other electrical com- ponents above or under the floor car- pet (or mat) and cause a malfunction; and it may cause body corrosion.

Vinyl interior The vinyl upholstery may be easily cleaned with a mild soap or detergent and water. First vacuum over the upholstery to remove loose dirt. Then, using a sponge or soft cloth, apply the soap solution to the vinyl. After allowing it to soak in for a few minutes to loosen the dirt, remove the dirt and wipe off the soap with a clean damp cloth. If all the dirt does not come off, repeat the procedure. Commercial foaming- type vinyl cleaners are also available which work well. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions.

NOTICE

Do not use solvent, thinner, gasoline or window cleaner on the interior.

Carpets Use a good foam-type shampoo to clean the carpets.

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(cid:2)If you use cleaners or polishing agents, make sure their ingredi- ents do not include the sub- stances mentioned above.

(cid:2)If you use a liquid car freshener, do not spill the liquid onto the ve- hicle’s interior surfaces. It may contain the ingredients mentioned above. Immediately clean any spill using the method mentioned above.

If you have any questions about the cleaning of your Toyota, your local Toyota dealer will be pleased to answer them.

Begin by vacuuming thoroughly to re- move as much dirt as possible. Several types of foam cleaners are available; some are in aerosol cans and others are powders or liquids which you mix with wa- ter to produce a foam. To shampoo the carpets, use a sponge or brush to apply the foam. Rub in overlapping circles. Do not apply water—the best results are obtained by keeping the carpet as dry as possible. Read the shampoo instructions and follow them closely. Seat belts The seat belts may be cleaned with mild soap and water or with lukewarm water. Use a cloth or sponge. As you are clean- ing, check the belts for excessive wear, fraying, or cuts.

NOTICE

Do not use dye or bleach on the belts—it may weaken them.

Built-in child restraint The built-in child restraint may be cleaned with mild soap and lukewarm water.

NOTICE

Do not use dye or bleach on the belts—it may weaken them.

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The built-in child restraint pad is at- tached to the child restraint cushion and seatback with fastener tapes. You can remove the pad, machine wash it in cold water and tumble dry it on a low heat setting.

NOTICE

Never bleach or iron the pad, and do not dry clean it. Windows The windows may be cleaned with any household window cleaner.

NOTICE

When cleaning the inside of the windows, be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires on the rear window.

Air conditioning control panel, car au- dio, instrument panel, console panel, and switches Use a soft damp cloth for cleaning. Soak a clean soft cloth in water or luke- warm water then lightly wipe off any dirt.

NOTICE

(cid:2)Do not use organic substances (solvents, kerosene, alcohol, gas- oline, etc.) or alkaline or acidic solutions. These chemicals can cause discoloring, staining or peeling of the surface.

Part 6
VEHICLE MAINTENANCE AND CARE

(cid:1) Maintenance requirements (cid:1) General maintenance (cid:1) Does your vehicle need

repairing?

For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to the separate “Owner’s Manual Supplement/Maintenance Schedule”.

Maintenance requirements Your Toyota vehicle has been designed for fewer maintenance requirements with longer service intervals to save both your time and money. However, each regular maintenance, as well as day-to-day care, is more important than ever before to ensure smooth, trouble-free, safe, and economical drivings. It is the owner’s responsibility to make sure the specified maintenance, including general maintenance service, is per- formed. Note that both the new vehicle and emission control system warranties specify that proper maintenance and care must be performed. See Owner’s Guide, Owner’s Manual Supplement or Warranty Booklet for complete warranty informa- tion. General maintenance General maintenance items are those day-to-day care practices that are impor- tant to your vehicle for proper operation. It is the owner’s responsibility to ensure that the general maintenance items are performed regularly. These checks or inspections can be done either by yourself or a qualified technician, or if you prefer, your Toyota dealer will be pleased to do them at a nominal cost. Scheduled maintenance The scheduled maintenance items listed in the “Owner’s Manual Supplement/ Maintenance Schedule” are those re- quired to be serviced at regular intervals.

control

For details of your maintenance schedule, read the separate “Owner’s Manual Sup- plement/Maintenance Schedule”. It is recommended that any replace- ment parts used for maintenance or for the repair of the emission control system be Toyota supplied. The owner may elect to use non-Toyo- ta supplied parts for replacement pur- poses without invalidating the emis- sion system warranty. However, use of replacement parts which are not of equivalent quality may impair the effectiveness of the emis- sion control systems. You may also elect to have mainte- nance, replacement, or repair of the emission control devices and system performed by any automotive repair establishment or individual without invalidating this warranty. See Own- er’s Guide, Owner’s Manual Supple- ment or Warranty Booklet for complete warranty information. Where to go for service? Toyota technicians are well-trained spe- cialists and are kept up to date with the lat- est service information through technical bulletins, service tips, and in-dealership training programs. They learn to work on Toyotas before they work on your vehicle, rather than while they are working on it.

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You can be confident that your Toyota dealer’s service department performs the best job to meet the maintenance require- ments on your vehicle—reliably and eco- nomically. Your copy of the repair order is proof that all required maintenance has been per- formed for warranty coverage. And if any problems should arise with your vehicle while under warranty, your Toyota dealer will promptly take care of it. Again, be sure to keep a copy of the repair order for any service performed on your Toyota. What about do- it- yourself mainte- nance? Many of the maintenance items are easy to do yourself if you have a little mechani- cal ability and a few basic automotive tools. Simple instructions for how to per- form them are presented in Part 7. If you are a skilled do-it-yourself me- chanic, the Toyota service manuals are recommended. Please be aware that do- it-yourself maintenance can affect your warranty coverage. See Owner’s Guide, Owner’s Manual Supplement or Warranty Booklet for the details.

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General maintenance Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be performed as fre- quently as specified. In addition to check- ing the items listed, if you notice any un- usual noise, smell or vibration, you should investigate the cause or take your vehicle to your Toyota dealer or a qualified service shop immediately. It is recommended that any problem you notice be brought to the attention of your dealer or the qualified service shop for their advice.

CAUTION

Make these checks only where adequate ventilation can be obtained if you run the engine.

OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE Items listed below should be per- formed from time to time, unless otherwise specified. Tire pressure Check the pressure with a gauge every two weeks, or at least once a month. See Chapter 7-2 for additional information. Tire surface and wheel nuts Check the tires carefully for cuts, damage or excessive wear. See Chapter 7-2 for additional information. When checking the tires, make sure no nuts are missing, and check the nuts for looseness. Tighten them if necessary.

Tire rotation Rotate the tires every 12000 km (7500
miles). See Chapter 7-2 for additional in- formation. Fluid leaks Check underneath for leaking fuel, oil, wa- ter or other fluid after the vehicle has been parked for a while. If you smell fuel fumes or notice any leak, have the cause found and corrected immediately. Doors and engine hood Check that all doors including trunk lid or back door operate smoothly and all latches lock securely. Make sure the en- gine hood secondary latch secures the hood from opening when the primary latch is released. INSIDE THE VEHICLE Items listed below should be checked regularly, e.g. while performing peri- odic services, cleaning the vehicle, etc. Lights Make sure the headlights, stop lights, tail lights, turn signal lights, and other lights are all working. Check headlight aim. Service reminder indicators and warn- ing buzzers Check that all service reminder indicators and warning buzzers function properly.

Steering wheel Be alert for changes in steering condition, such as hard steering or strange noise. Seats Check that all front seat controls such as seat adjusters, seatback recliner, etc. op- erate smoothly and that all latches lock securely in any position. Check that the head restraints move up and down smoothly and that the locks hold securely in any latched position. For folding-down rear seatbacks and swing-up rear seat cushion, check that the latches lock se- curely. Seat belts Check that the seat belt system such as buckles, retractors and anchors operate properly and smoothly. Make sure the belt webbing is not cut, frayed, worn or dam- aged. Accelerator pedal Check the pedal for smooth operation and uneven pedal effort or catching. Clutch pedal Check the pedal for smooth operation. Brake pedal Check the pedal for smooth operation and that the pedal has the proper clearance. Check the brake booster function.

Brakes At a safe place, check that the brakes do not pull to one side when applied. Parking brake Check that the lever has the proper travel and that, on a safe incline, your vehicle is held securely with only the parking brake applied. Automatic transmission “Park” mech- anism Check the lock release button of the se- lector lever for proper and smooth opera- tion. On a safe incline, check that your ve- hicle is held securely with the selector lever in “P” position and all brakes re- leased. IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT Items listed below should be checked from time to time , e.g. each time when refueling. Washer fluid Make sure there is sufficient fluid in the tank. See Chapter 7-3 for additional infor- mation. Engine coolant level Make sure the coolant level is between the “FULL” and “LOW” lines on the see- through reservoir when the engine is cold. See Chapter 7-2 for additional informa- tion.

Battery electrolyte level Make sure the electrolyte level of all bat- tery cells is between upper and lower level lines on the case. Add only distilled water when replenishing. See Chapter 7-3 for additional information. Brake fluid level Make sure the brake fluid level is correct. See Chapter 7-2 for additional informa- tion. Engine oil level Check the level on the dipstick with the en- gine turned off and the vehicle parked on a level spot. See Chapter 7-2 for addition- al information. Power steering fluid level Check the level on the dipstick. The level should be in the “HOT” or “COLD” range depending on the fluid temperature. See Chapter 7-2 for additional information. Exhaust system If you notice any change in the sound of the exhaust or smell exhaust fumes, have the cause located and corrected immedi- ately. (See engine exhaust cautions in Part 2.)

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If you notice any of these clues, take your vehicle to your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. It probably needs adjustment or repair.

CAUTION

Do not continue driving with the ve- hicle unchecked. It could result in serious vehicle damage and possi- bly personal injury.

Does your vehicle need repairing? Be on the alert for changes in perfor- mance, sounds, and visual tip-offs that in- dicate service is needed. Some important clues are as follows: (cid:1) Engine missing, stumbling, or pinging (cid:1) Appreciable loss of power (cid:1) Strange engine noises (cid:1) A leak under the vehicle (however, wa- ter dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal.)

(cid:1) Change in exhaust sound (This may indicate a dangerous carbon monox- ide leak. Drive with the windows open and have the exhaust system checked immediately.)

(cid:1) Flat-looking tire; excessive tire squeal

when cornering; uneven tire wear

(cid:1) Vehicle pulls to one side when driving

straight on a level road

(cid:1) Strange noises related to suspension

movement

(cid:1) Loss of brake effectiveness; spongy feeling brake or clutch pedal; pedal al- most touches floor; vehicle pulls to one side when braking

(cid:1) Engine coolant temperature continual-

ly higher than normal

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Part 7
DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE—

Chapter 7-1
Introduction

(cid:1) Engine compartment overview (cid:1) Fuse locations (cid:1) Do-it-yourself service

precautions

(cid:1) Parts and tools

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Fuse locations

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Do-it-yourself service precautions If you perform maintenance by your- self, be sure to follow the correct pro- cedure given in this part. You should be aware that improper or in- complete servicing may result in operat- ing problems. Performing do-it-yourself maintenance during the warranty period may affect your warranty coverage. Read the sepa- rate Toyota Warranty statement for details and suggestions. This part gives instructions only for those items that are relatively easy for an owner to perform. As explained in Part 6, there are still a number of items that must be done by a qualified technician with special tools. For information on tools and parts for do- it-yourself maintenance, see “Parts and tools”. Utmost care should be taken when work- ing on your vehicle to prevent accidental injury. Here are a few precautions that you should be especially careful to observe:

CAUTION

(cid:1) When the engine is running, keep hands, clothing, and tools away from the moving fan and engine drive belts. rings, watches, and ties is advisable.)

(Removing

(cid:1) Right after driving, the engine compartment—the engine, radia- tor, exhaust manifold, power steering fluid reservoir and spark plug boots, etc.—will be hot. So be careful not to touch them. Oil, fluids and spark plugs may also be hot.

(cid:1) If the engine is hot, do not remove the radiator cap or loosen the drain plugs to prevent burning yourself. (cid:1) Do not smoke, cause sparks or al- low open flames around fuel or the battery. Their fumes are flamable. (cid:1) Be extremely cautious when work- ing on the battery. It contains poi- sonous and corrosive sulfuric acid.

(cid:1) Do not get under your vehicle with just the body jack supporting it. Al- ways use automotive jack stands or other solid supports.

(cid:1) Be sure that the ignition is off if you work near the electric cooling fans or radiator grille. With the ignition on, the electric cooling fan may au- tomatically start to run if the air conditioning is on.

(cid:1) Use eye protection whenever you work on or under your vehicle where you may be exposed to fly- ing or falling material, fluid spray, etc.

(cid:1) Used engine oil contains poten- tially harmful contaminants which may cause skin disorders such as inflammation or skin cancer, so care should be taken to avoid pro- longed and repeated contact with it. To remove used engine oil from your skin, wash thoroughly with soap and water.

(cid:1) Do not leave used oil within the

reach of children.

(cid:1) Dispose of used oil and filter only in a safe and acceptable manner. Do not dispose of used oil and filter in household trash, in sewers or onto the ground. Call your dealer or a service station for information concerning recycling or disposal.

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(cid:2)Do not drive with the air cleaner fil- ter removed, or excessive engine wear could result. Also backfiring could cause a fire in the engine compartment.

(cid:2)Be careful not to scratch the glass

surface with the wiper frame.

(cid:2)When closing the engine hood, check to see that you have not for- gotten any tools, rags, etc.

Parts and tools Here is a list of parts and tools you will need on performing do-it-yourself main- tenance. Remember all Toyota parts are designed in metric sizes, so your tools must be metric. Checking the engine oil level

Parts (if level is low): (cid:1) Engine oil API SH, “Energy-Con- serving II” multigrade or ILSAC mul- tigrade having viscosity proper for your climate

Tools: (cid:1) Rag or paper towel (cid:1) Funnel (only for adding oil)

Checking the engine coolant level

Parts (if level is low): (cid:1) Ethylene-glycol antifreeze (cid:1) Demineralized or distilled water Tools: (cid:1) Funnel (only for adding coolant)

Checking brake fluid

Parts (if level is low): (cid:1) SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT

3 brake fluid

Tools: (cid:1) Rag or paper towel (cid:1) Funnel (only for adding fluid)

NOTICE

(cid:2)Remember that battery and igni- tion cables carry high currents or voltages. Be careful of accidentally causing a short circuit.

(cid:2)Add only demineralized or dis- tilled water to fill the radiator. And if you spill some of the coolant, be sure to wash it off with water to prevent it from damaging the parts or paint.

(cid:2)Do not allow dirt or anything else to fall through the spark plug holes.

(cid:2)Do not pry the outer electrode of a spark plug against the center elec- trode.

(cid:2)Use only spark plugs of the speci- fied type. Using other types will cause engine damage, loss of per- formance or radio noise.

(cid:2)Do not overfill automatic trans- mission fluid, or the transmission could be damaged.

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Checking power steering fluid

Checking and replacing fuses

Parts (if level is low): (cid:1) Automatic transmission fluid DEXRON-II or-III

Tools: (cid:1) Rag or paper towel (cid:1) Funnel (only for adding fluid)

Checking battery condition Non-maintenance batteries—

Tools: (cid:1) Warm water (cid:1) Baking soda (cid:1) Grease (cid:1) Conventional wrench (for terminal

clamp bolts)

Maintenance type batteries—

Parts (if level is low): (cid:1) Distilled water Tools: (cid:1) Warm water (cid:1) Baking soda (cid:1) Grease (cid:1) Conventional wrench (for terminal

clamp bolts)

(cid:1) Coin (for vent plugs) (cid:1) Funnel (only for adding distilled wa-

ter)

Parts (if replacement is necessary): (cid:1) Fuse with same amperage rating

as original

Adding washer fluid

Parts: (cid:1) Water (cid:1) Washer fluid containing antifreeze

(for winter use)

Tools: (cid:1) Funnel

Replacing light bulbs

Parts: (cid:1) Bulb with same number and wattage rating as original (See charts in “Re- placing light bulbs” in Chapter 7-3.)

Tools: (cid:1) Screwdriver (cid:1) Wrench

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DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE—

Chapter 7-2
Engine and Chassis

(cid:2) Checking the engine oil level (cid:2) Checking the engine coolant

level

(cid:2) Checking brake fluid (cid:2) Checking power steering fluid (cid:2) Checking tire pressure (cid:2) Checking and replacing tires (cid:2) Rotating tires (cid:2) Installing snow tires and chains (cid:2) Replacing wheels (cid:2) Aluminum wheel precautions

Checking the engine oil level

With the engine at operating tempera- ture and turned off, check the oil level on the dipstick. 1. To get a true reading, the vehicle should be on a level spot. After turning off the engine, wait a few minutes for the oil to drain back into the bottom of the en- gine. 2. Pull out the dipstick, and wipe it clean with a rag. 3. Reinsert the dipstickpush it in as far as it will go, or the reading will not be cor- rect. 4. Pull the dipstick out and look at the oil level on the end.

If the oil level is below or only slightly above the low level line, add engine oil of the same type as already in the en- gine. Remove the oil filter cap and add engine oil in small quantities at a time, checking the dipstick. The approximate quantity of oil needed to fill between the low level line and the full level line on the dipstick is indicated below for reference. When the level reaches within the correct range, install the filler cap hand-tight. Oil quantity, L (qt., Imp. qt.):

4A-FE engine 7A-FE engine

1.0 (1.1, 0.9) 1.2 (1.3, 1.1)

NOTICE

(cid:4)Avoid overfilling, or the engine

could be damaged.

(cid:4)Check the oil level on the dipstick

once again after adding the oil.

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ENGINE OIL SELECTION Use API SH, “Energy-Conserving II” mul- tigrade engine oil or ILSAC multigrade en- gine oil. Recommended viscosity (SAE):

SAE 5W-30 is the best choice for your vehicle, for good fuel economy, and good starting in cold weather. If you use SAE 10W-30 engine oil in extremely low temperatures, the en- gine may become difficult to start, so SAE 5W-30 engine oil is recom- mended.

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The ILSAC (International Lubricant Stan- dardization and Approval Committee) Cer- tification Mark is displayed on the front of the container.

Oil identification marks Either or both API registered marks are added to some oil containers to help you select the oil you should use. The API Service Symbol is located any- where on the outside of the container. The top portion of the label shows the oil quality by API (American Petroleum Insti- tute) designations such as SH. The center portion of the label shows the SAE viscos- ity grade such as SAE 5W-30. “Energy- Conserving II” shown in the lower portion, indicates that the oil has fuel-saving capa- bilities. Oils marked “Energy-Conserving II” will have higher fuel-saving capabilities than oil marked “Energy-Conserving”.

Checking the engine coolant level Look at the see-through coolant res- ervoir when the engine is cold. The coolant level is satisfactory if it is be- tween the “FULL” and “LOW” lines on the reservoir. If the level is low, add ethylene-glycol type coolant. The coolant level in the reservoir will vary with engine temperature. However, if the level is on or below the “LOW” line, add coolant. Bring the level up to the “FULL” line. Use only ethylene-glycol type coolant. See information in the next column. If the coolant level drops within a short time after replenishing, there may be a leak in the system. Visually check the ra- diator, hoses, radiator cap and drain cock and water pump. If you can find no leak, have your Toyota dealer test the cap pressure and check for leaks in the cooling system.

CAUTION

To prevent burning yourself, do not remove the radiator cap when the en- gine is hot.

Coolant type selection Your coolant must contain ethylene-gly- col antifreeze. In addition to preventing freezing and subsequent damage to the engine, this will also prevent corrosion. Further supplemental inhibitors or addi- tives are neither needed nor recom- mended. Read the antifreeze container for informa- tion on freeze protection. Follow the manufacturer’s directions for how much to mix with water. The total capacity of the cooling system is given in Part 8. We rec- ommend 50% solution be used for your Toyota, or a sufficient quantity to provide protection to about -35(cid:3)C (-31(cid:3)F).

NOTICE

Do not use alcohol type antifreeze or plain water alone.

Checking brake fluid

To check the fluid level, simply look at the see-through reservoir. The level should be between the “MAX” and “MIN” lines on the reservoir. It is normal for the brake fluid level to go down slightly as the brake pads wear. So be sure to keep the reservoir filled. If the reservoir needs frequent refilling, it may indicate a serious mechanical prob- lem.

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c. Reinstall the filler cap. d. Remove the filler cap again and look at the fluid level. If the fluid is cold, the level should be in the “COLD” range on the dip- stick. Similarly, if it is hot, the fluid level should be in the “HOT” range. If the level is at the low side of either range, add auto- matic transmission fluid DEXRON(cid:1)-II or -III to bring the level within the range. e. After replacing the filler cap, visually check the steering box case, vane pump and hose connections for leaks or damage.

CAUTION

The reservoir tank may be hot so be careful not to burn yourself.

NOTICE

Avoid overfilling, or the power steering could be damaged.

Checking power steering fluid

Check the fluid level on the dipstick. If necessary, add automatic transmis- sion fluid DEXRON-II or-III. If the vehicle has been driven around 80
km/h (50 mph) for 20 minutes (a little more in frigid temperatures), the fluid is hot (60(cid:3)C80(cid:3)C or 140(cid:3)F175(cid:3)F). You may also check the level when the fluid is cold temperature, 10(cid:3)C30(cid:3)C or 50(cid:3)F85(cid:3)F) if the engine has not been run for about five hours. a. Clean all dirt from outside of the reser- voir tank. b. Remove the filler cap by turning it counterclockwise and wipe the dipstick clean.

(about

room

If the level is low, add SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 brake fluid to the brake reservoir. Remove and replace the reservoir covers by hand. Fill the brake fluid to the dotted line. This brings the fluid to the correct lev- el when you put the cover back on. Use only newly opened brake fluid. Once opened, brake fluid absorbs moisture from the air, and excess moisture can cause a dangerous loss of braking.

CAUTION

Take care when filling the reservoir because brake fluid can harm your eyes and damage painted surfaces. If fluid gets in your eyes, flush your eyes with clean water.

NOTICE

If you spill the fluid, be sure to wash it off with water to prevent it from damaging the parts or paint.

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Checking tire pressure

Keep your tire pressures at the proper level. The recommended cold tire pressures, tire size and the vehicle capacity weight are also given in Part 8. They are also on the tire pressure label inside the glovebox. You should check the tire pressures every two weeks, or at least once a month. And don’t forget the spare! Incorrect tire pressure can reduce tire life and make your vehicle less safe to drive.

(cid:2) Take special care when adding air to the compact spare tire. The small- er tire size can gain pressure very quickly. Add compressed air in small quantities and check the pressure often until it reaches the specified pressure.

(cid:2) Do not bleed or reduce tire pres- sure after driving. It is normal for the tire pressure to be higher after driving. (cid:2) Never exceed the vehicle capacity weight. The passenger and luggage weight should be located so that the vehicle is balanced.

(cid:2) Be sure to reinstall the tire inflation valve caps. Without the valve caps, dirt or moisture could get into the valve core and cause air leakage. If the caps have been lost, have new ones put on as soon as possible.

Low tire pressure results in excessive wear, poor handling, reduced fuel econo- my, and the possibility of blowouts from overheated tires. Also, low tire pressure can cause poor sealing of the tread bead. If the tire pressure is excessively low, there is the possibility of wheel deforma- tion and/or tire separation. High tire pressure produces a harsh ride, handling problems, excessive wear at the center of the tire tread, and a greater pos- sibility of tire damage from road hazards. If a tire frequently needs refilling, have it checked by your Toyota dealer. The following instructions for check- ing tire pressure should be observed: (cid:2) The pressure should be checked only when the tires are cold. If your vehicle has been parked for at least 3
hours and has not been driven for more than 1.5 km or 1 mile since, you will get an accurate cold tire pressure reading.

(cid:2) Always use a tire pressure gauge. The appearance of a tire can be mis- leading. Besides, tire pressures that are even just a few pounds off can de- grade handling and ride.

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Check the tires regularly for damage such as cuts, splits and cracks. If any damage is found, consult with a tech- nician and have the tire repaired or re- placed. Even if the damage does not appear seri- ous, a qualified technician should ex- amine the damage. Objects which have penetrated the tire may have caused in- ternal damage. Any tires which are over six years old must be checked by a qualified techni- cian even if damage is not obvious. Tires deteriorate with age even if they have never or seldom been used. This also applies to the spare tire and tires stored for future use. REPLACING YOUR TIRES When replacing a tire, use only the same size and construction as origi- nally installed and with the same or greater load capacity. Using any other size or type of tire may se- riously affect handling, ride, speedome- ter/odometer calibration, ground clear- ance, and clearance between the body and tires or snow chains.

CAUTION

(cid:2) Do not mix radial, bias belted, or bias-ply tires on your vehicle. It can cause dangerous handling characteristics, resulting in loss of control.

(cid:2) Do not use tires or wheels other than the manufacturer’s recom- mended size.

Toyota recommends all four tires, or at least both of the front or rear tires be replaced at a time as a set. See “If you have a flat tire” in Part 4 for tire change procedure. When a tire is replaced, the wheel should always be balanced. An unbalanced wheel may affect vehicle handling and tire life. Wheels can get out of balance with regular use and should therefore be balanced occasionally. When replacing a tubeless tire, the air valve should also be replaced with a new one.

Checking and replacing tires

CHECKING YOUR TIRES Check the tire tread for the tread wear indicators. If the indicators show, re- place the tires. The tires on your Toyota have built-in tread wear indicators to help you know when the tires need replacement. When the tread depth wears to 1.6 mm (0.06 in.) or less, the indicators will appear. If you can see the indicators in two or more adja- cent grooves, the tire should be replaced. The lower the tread, the higher the risk of skidding. The effectiveness of snow tires is lost if the tread wears down below 4 mm (0.16 in.).

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Rotating tires

To equalize the wear and help extend tire life, Toyota recommends that you rotate your tires every 12000 km (7500
miles). However, the most appropriate timing for tire rotation may vary ac- cording to your driving habits and road surface conditions. See “If you have a flat tire” in Part 4 for tire change procedure. When rotating tires, check for uneven wear and damage. Abnormal wear is usu- ally caused by incorrect tire pressure, im- proper wheel alignment, out-of-balance wheels, or severe braking.

CAUTION

Do not include a compact spare tire when rotating the tires. It is designed for temporary use only.

Installing snow tires and chains WHEN TO USE SNOW TIRES OR CHAINS Snow tires or chains are recom- mended when driving on snow or ice. On wet or dry roads, conventional tires provide better traction than snow tires. SNOW TIRE SELECTION If you need snow tires, select the same size, construction and load capacity as the original tires on your Toyota. Do not use tires other than those men- tioned above. Do not install studded tires without first checking local regulations for possible restrictions. SNOW TIRE INSTALLATION Snow tires should be installed on all wheels. Installing snow tires on the front wheels only can lead to an excessive difference in road grip capability between the front and rear tires which would cause loss of vehicle control. When storing removed tires, you should store them in a cool dry place. Mark the direction of rotation and be sure to install them in the same direction when replacing.

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Replacing wheels WHEN TO REPLACE YOUR WHEELS If you have wheel damage such as bending, cracks or heavy corrosion, the wheel should be replaced. If you fail to replace damaged wheels, the tire may slip off the wheel or they may cause loss of handling control. WHEEL SELECTION When replacing wheels, care should be taken to ensure that the wheels are replaced by ones with the same load capacity, diameter, rim width, and off- set. This must be observed on compact spare tires, too. Correct replacement wheels are available at your Toyota dealer. A wheel of a different size or type may ad- versely affect handling, wheel and bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer/odometer calibration, stopping ability, headlight aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clearance, and tire or snow chain clearance to the body and chassis.

CAUTION

CAUTION

(cid:2) Do not exceed 50 km/h (30 mph) or the chain manufacturer’s recom- mended speed limit, whichever is lower.

(cid:2) Drive carefully avoiding bumps, holes, and sharp turns, which may cause the vehicle to bounce.

(cid:2) Avoid sharp turns or locked-wheel braking, as use of chains may ad- versely affect vehicle handling.

NOTICE

Do not attempt to use a tire chain on the compact spare tire, as it may result in damage to the vehicle as well as the tire.

(cid:2) Do not drive with the snow tires in-

correctly inflated.

(cid:2) Never drive over 120 km/h (75 mph)

with any type of snow tires.

TIRE CHAIN SELECTION Use the tire chains of correct size and type. Use SAE Class “S” type radial tire chains except radial cable chains or V-bar type chains. Regulations regarding the use of tire chains vary according to location or type of road, so always check them be- fore installing chains. CHAIN INSTALLATION Install the chains on the front tires as tightly as possible. Do not use tire chains on the rear tires. Retighten chains after driving 0.51.0 km (1/41/2 mile). When installing chains on your tires, care- fully follow the instructions of the chain manufacturer. If wheel covers are used, they will be scratched by the chain band, so remove the covers before putting on the chains.

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Replacement with used wheels is not rec- ommended as they may have been sub- jected to rough treatment or high mileage and could fail without warning. Also, bent wheels which have been straightened may have structural damage and there- fore should not be used. Never use an in- ner tube in a leaking wheel which is de- signed for a tubeless tire.

Aluminum wheel precautions (cid:2) After driving your vehicle the first 1600
km (1000 miles), check that the wheel nuts are tight. If you have rotated, repaired, or changed your tires, check that the wheel nuts are still tight after driving 1600 km (1000 miles).

(cid:2)

(cid:2) When using tire chains, be careful not

to damage the aluminum wheels.

(cid:2) Use only the Toyota wheel nuts and wrench designed for your aluminum wheels.

(cid:2) When balancing your wheels, use only Toyota balance weights or equivalent and a plastic or rubber hammer.

(cid:2) As with any wheel, periodically check your aluminum wheels for damage. If damaged, replace immediately.

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Part 7
DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE—

Chapter 7-3
Electrical components

(cid:1) Checking battery condition (cid:1) Battery recharging precautions (cid:1) Checking and replacing fuses (cid:1) Adding washer fluid (cid:1) Replacing light bulbs

Checking battery condition— —Precautions

CAUTION

BATTERY PRECAUTIONS

The battery produces flammable and explosive hydrogen gas. (cid:1) Do not cause a spark from the bat-

tery with tools.

(cid:1) Do not smoke or light a match near

the battery.

The electrolyte contains poisonous and corrosive sulfuric acid. (cid:1) Avoid contact with eyes, skin or

clothes.

(cid:1) Never ingest electrolyte. (cid:1) Wear protective safety glasses

when working near the battery.

(cid:1) Keep children away from the bat-

tery.

(cid:1) If electrolyte gets on your skin, thoroughly wash the contact area. If you feel pain or burning, get medical attention immediately.

(cid:1) If electrolyte gets on your clothes, there is a possibility of its soaking through to your skin, so immedi- ately take off the exposed clothing and follow the procedure above, if necessary.

(cid:1) If you happen to swallow electro- lyte, drink a large quantity of water or milk. Follow with milk of magne- sia, beaten raw egg or vegetable oil. Then go immediately for emer- gency help.

EMERGENCY MEASURES (cid:1) If electrolyte gets in your eyes, flush your eyes with clean water for at least 15 minutes and get im- mediate medical attention. If pos- sible, continue to apply water with a sponge or cloth while en route to the medical office.

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NOTICE

(cid:2)Be sure the engine and all acces- sories are off before performing maintenance.

(cid:2)When checking the battery, re- move the ground cable from the negative terminal (“-” mark) first and reinstall it last.

(cid:2)Be careful not to cause a short cir-

cuit with tools.

(cid:2)Take care no solution gets into the

battery when washing it.

—Checking battery fluid There are two types of batteries: main- tenance type and non-maintenance type. A non-maintenance battery has “MAIN- TENANCE FREE BATTERY” on its top. A maintenance type battery does not have such indication. Maintenance type battery— Check the fluid condition by the fluid level lines on the side of the battery. Or if the battery has a hydrometer on its top, you can also check the hydrometer. Non-maintenance battery— Check the battery condition by hydrometer on the top of the battery.

the

—Checking battery exterior

Check the battery for corroded or loose terminal connections, cracks, or loose hold-down clamp. a. If the battery is corroded, wash it off with a solution of warm water and baking soda. Coat the outside of the terminals with grease to prevent further corrosion. b. If the terminal connections are loose, tighten their clamp nuts—but do not over- tighten. c. Tighten the hold-down clamp only enough to keep the battery firmly in place. Overtightening may damage the battery case.

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CHECKING BY THE FLUID LEVEL LINES (MAINTENANCE TYPE BAT- TERY ONLY) The fluid (electrolyte) level must be between the upper and lower lines. When checking the fluid level, look at all six cells, not just one or two. If the level is lower than the lower line, add distilled water. (See “ADDING DISTILLED WATER”.)

CHECKING BY THE HYDROMETER Check the battery condition by the hydrometer color. Maintenance type battery

Hydrometer color

Type A

GREEN

Type B

BLUE

DARK

WHITE

Condition Condition

Good

Charging necessary. Have battery checked by your Toyota dealer.

CLEAR or LIGHT YELLOW *: See “ADDING DISTILLED WATER”.

Add distilled water*

RED

Non-maintenance battery

Hydrometer color

Type A

GREEN

Type B

BLUE

DARK

WHITE

Condition Condition

Good

Charging necessary. Have battery checked by your Toyota dealer.

CLEAR or LIGHT YELLOW

RED

Have battery checked by your Toyota dealer.

NOTICE

Do not refill the battery with water.

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Maintenance type batteries: Be sure to remove the vent plugs before re- charging.

NOTICE

Never recharge the battery while the engine is running. Also, be sure all accessories are turned off.

Battery recharging precautions During recharging, the battery is pro- ducing hydrogen gas. Therefore, before recharging: 1. Maintenance type batteries—Remove the vent plugs. 2. If recharging with the battery installed on the vehicle, be sure to disconnect the ground cable. 3. Be sure the power switch on the re- charger is off when connecting the char- ger cables to the battery and when dis- connecting them.

CAUTION

(cid:1) Always charge the battery in an unconfined area. Do not charge the battery in a garage or closed room where there is not sufficient ventilation.

(cid:1) Non-maintenance batteries: Only do a slow charge (5A or less). Charging at a quicker rate is dan- gerous. The battery may explode, causing personal injuries.

ADDING DISTILLED WATER (MAINTE- NANCE TYPE BATTERY ONLY) 1. Remove the vent plugs. 2. Add distilled water to cells needing fluid. If the side of your battery is covered, check the water level by looking down di- rectly above the cell as illustrated above. 3. Retighten the vent plugs securely.

NOTICE

Do not overfill the cells. Excess electrolyte could squirt out of the battery during heavy charging, causing corrosion or damage.

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Checking and replacing fuses

If you are not sure whether the fuse has blown, try replacing the suspected fuse with one that you know is good. If the fuse has blown, push a new fuse into the clip. Only install a fuse with the amperage rat- ing designated on the fuse box lid. If you do not have a spare fuse, in an emergency you can pull out the “CIG & RADIO”, “DOME” or “A/C” fuse, which may be dispensable for normal driving, and use it if its amperage rating is the same. If you cannot use one of the same amper- age, use one that is lower, but as close as possible to the rating. If the amperage is lower than that specified, the fuse might blow out again but this does not indicate anything wrong. Be sure to get the correct fuse as soon as possible and return the substitute to its original clip. It is a good idea to purchase a set of spare fuses and keep them in your vehicle for emergencies. If the new fuse immediately blows out, there is a problem with the electrical sys- tem. Have your Toyota dealer correct it as soon as possible.

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If the headlights or other electrical components do not work, check the fuses. If any of the fuses are blown, they must be replaced. See “Fuse locations” in Chapter 7-1 for locations of the fuses. Turn the ignition switch and inopera- tive component off. Pull a suspected fuse straight out and check it. Determine which fuse may be causing the problem. The lid of the fuse box shows the name of the circuit for each fuse. See Part 8 of this manual for the functions con- trolled by each circuit. Type A fuses can be pulled out by the pull- out tool.

CAUTION

Never use a fuse with a higher am- perage rating, or any other object, in place of a fuse. This may cause ex- tensive damage and possibly a fire.

Adding washer fluid If any washer does not work, the wash- er tank may be empty. Add washer fluid. You may use plain water as washer fluid. However, in cold areas where tempera- tures range below freezing point, use washer fluid containing antifreeze. This product is available at your Toyota dealer and most auto parts stores. Follow the manufacturer’s directions for how much to mix with water.

NOTICE

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

Replacing light bulbs— The following illustrations show how to gain access to the bulbs. When replacing a bulb, make sure the ignition switch and light switch are off. Use bulbs with the wattage ratings given in the table.

CAUTION

Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and require special han- dling. They can burst or shatter if scratched or dropped. Hold a bulb only by its plastic or metal case. Do not touch the glass part of a bulb with bare hands.

NOTICE

Only use a bulb of the listed type.

Light Bulbs

Headlight (inner bulb) Headlights (outer bulb) Parking and front side marker lights Front turn signal lights

Bulb No.

9005

9006

194

1156

W Type

65

55

3.8

27

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—Headlights

W Type

Light Bulbs

Rear turn signal lights Stop and tail lights Rear side marker, stop and tail lights Back-up lights High mounted stop light

Sedan Wagon*

License plate lights Interior light Personal light Luggage compartment light

Bulb No.

1156

27

1157

27/8

1157

27/8

1156

27

— — 1156

—

— —

—

18
21
27

10

1. Open the hood. LEFT SIDE HEADLIGHT: Remove the clip and take out the air cleaner duct.

3.8

194

Trunk light A: HB3 halogen bulbs B: HB4 halogen bulbs C: Single end bulbs D: Wedge base bulbs E: Double end bulbs *: You may use either a 21 W or 27 W bulb.

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—Parking and front side marker lights

2. Unplug the connector while de- pressing the lock release. If the connector is tight, wiggle it.

3. Turn the bulb and remove it. Install the new bulb and install the connector. To install a bulb, align the tabs of the bulb socket with the cutouts of the mounting hole. Aiming is not necessary after replacing the bulb. When aiming adjustment is nec- essary, contact your Toyota dealer.

Use a Phillips-head screwdriver.

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—Front turn signal lights

Use a Phillips-head screwdriver.

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—Rear turn signal, stop and tail, rear side marker, and back-up lights (sedan)

Use a wrench. Remove and install the cover clips as shown in the following illustrations.

Use a Phillips-head screwdriver.

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—Rear turn signal, stop and tail, rear side marker, and back-up lights (wagon)

a: Rear turn signal light b: Stop and tail light c: Rear side marker, stop and tail light d: Back-up light

Use a Phillips-head screwdriver.

a: Rear turn signal light b: Rear side marker, stop and tail light c: Back-up light

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—High mounted stoplight (sedan)

Remove and install the cover clips as shown in the following illustrations.

Remove the bolts.

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—High mounted stoplight (wagon)

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—License plate lights (sedan)

—License plate lights (wagon)

Use a Phillips-head screwdriver.

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Part 8
SPECIFICATIONS

(cid:1) Dimensions and weight (cid:1) Engine (cid:1) Fuel (cid:1) Service specifications (cid:1) Tires (cid:1) Fuses

Dimensions and weight

Overall length Overall width Overall height

Wheelbase Front tread Rear tread Vehicle capacity weight (occupants + luggage)

mm (in.) mm (in.) mm (in.) mm (in.) mm (in.) mm (in.) mm (in.)

Sedan 4370
1685
1360
1380
2465
1460
1450

(172.0) ( 66.3) ( 53.5)*1
( 54.3)*2
(97.0) ( 57.5) ( 57.1)

Wagon 4370
1685
1405
1425
2465
1460
1450

(172.0) ( 66.3) ( 55.3)*1
( 56.1)*2
(97.0) ( 57.5) ( 57.1)

kg (lb.)

385

(850)

385

(850)

*1: Unladen vehicle plus two occupants *2: Unladen vehicle

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Fuel Fuel type:

Unleaded fuel, Research Octane Num- ber 91 (Octane Rating 87) or higher

Fuel tank capacity, L (gal., Imp. gal.):

50 (13.2, 11.0)

Service specifications ENGINE Valve clearance (engine cold), mm (in.): 0.150.25 (0.0060.010) Intake Exhaust 0.250.35 (0.0100.014)

Spark plug type:

NIPPONDENSO NGK

Spark plug gap, mm (in.):

0.8 (0.031)

K16R-U BKR5EYA

Drive belt tension measured with Borroughs drive belt tension gauge No. BT- 33- 73F (used belt), Ibf:

Generator belt Air conditioning

compressor belt

Power steering

pump belt

115 ± 20

100 ± 20

80 ± 20

ENGINE LUBRICATION Oil capacity (drain and refill), L (qt., Imp. qt.):

4A-FE engine

With filter Without filter

3.0 (3.2, 2.6) 2.8 (3.0, 2.5)

7A-FE engine

With filter Without filter

3.7 (3.9, 3.3) 3.5 (3.7, 3.1)

Engine Model:

4A-FE and 7A-FE

Type:

4 cylinder in line, 4 cycle, gasoline

Bore and stroke, mm (in.):

4A-FE engine

81.0 x 77.0 (3.19 x 3.03)

7A-FE engine

81.0 x 85.5 (3.19 x 3.37)

Displacement, cm3 (cu. in.):

4A-FE engine 1587
7A-FE engine 1762

(96.8) (107.5)

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Oil grade:

API SH, “Energy-Conserving II” multi- grade engine oil or ILSAC multigrade engine oil is recommended.

Recommended oil viscosity (SAE):

COOLING SYSTEM Total capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.): 4A-FE engine

NIPPONDENSO RADIATOR Manual transmission 5.3 (5.6, 4.7) Automatic transmission 5.9 (6.2, 5.2) HARRISON RADIATOR Manual transmission 6.0 (6.3, 5.3) Automatic transmission 5.9 (6.2, 5.2)

7A-FE engine

NIPPONDENSO RADIATOR Manual transmission 5.5 (5.8, 4.8) Automatic transmission 6.2 (6.6, 5.5) HARRISON RADIATOR Manual transmission 6.2 (6.6, 5.5) Automatic transmission 6.1 (6.4, 5.4)

Coolant type:

With ethylene-glycol antifreeze (Do not use alcohol type.)

BATTERY —Maintenance type battery Specific gravity reading at 20°C (68°F):

1.260
1.160
1.060

Fully charged Half charged Discharged —Non-maintenance battery Open voltage* at 20°C (68°F):

12.7 V 12.3 V 11.9 V

Fully charged Half charged Discharged

*: Voltage that is checked 20 minutes after the key is removed with all the lights turned off Charging rates:

Non-maintenance battery

Maintenance type battery

5 A max

Quick charge Slow charge

15 A max 5 A max

CLUTCH Pedal freeplay, mm (in.):

515 (0.20.6)

Fluid type:

SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3

MANUAL TRANSAXLE Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.):

1.9 (2.0, 1.7)

Oil type:

Multipurpose gear oil API GL-4 or GL-5

Recommended oil viscosity:

SAE 75W-90

AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE (4-speed type) Fluid capacity (drain and refill), L (qt., Imp. qt.):

Up to 3.1 (3.3, 2.7)

Fluid type: Automatic transmission fluid DII or DEXRON III (DEXRON II) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSON (3-speed type) Fluid capacity (drain and refill), L (qt., Imp. qt.):

Up to 2.5 (2.6, 2.2)

Fluid type: Automatic transmission fluid D II or DEXRON III (DEXRON II)

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Wheel size:

T115/70D14
T135/70D15
Other tires

14 x 4T 15 x 4T 14 x 5.5J 14 x 5.5JJ Wheel nut torque, N⋅m (kgf⋅m, ft⋅lbf):

103 (10.5, 76)

Tires Tire size:

Spare tire

T115/70D14
T135/70D15
175/65R14 82S P175/65R14 81S 185/65R14 85S 185/65R14 86S P185/65R14 85S

Except spare tire 175/65R14 82S P175/65R14 81S 185/65R14 85S 185/65R14 86S P185/65R14 85S

Tire pressure, kPa (kgf/cm2 or bar, psi): 420 (4.2, 60) 420 (4.2, 60) 210 (2.1, 30) 210 (2.1, 30) 210 (2.1, 30) 210 (2.1, 30) 210 (2.1, 30)

T115/70D14
T115/70D15
175/65R14 82S P175/65R14 81S 185/65R14 85S 185/65R14 86S P185/65R14 85S

DIFFERENTIAL (3- speed type automatic transmission) Fluid capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.):

1.4 (1.5, 1.2)

Fluid type: Automatic transmission fluid DEX- RONII BRAKES Minimum pedal clearance when de- pressed, with the pressure of 490 N (50 kgf, 110 lbf) with the engine running, mm (in.):

70 (2.8)

Pedal freeplay, mm (in.):

1—6 (0.04—0.24)

Pad wear limit, mm (in.):

1.0 (0.04)

Lining wear limit, mm (in.):

1.0 (0.04)

Parking brake adjustment when pulled with the force of 196 N (20 kgf, 44 lbf):

4—7 clicks

Fluid type:

SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3

STEERING Wheel freeplay:

Less than 30 mm (1.2 in.)

Power steering fluid type:

Automatic transmission fluid DEX- RON-II or-III

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Fuses

Fuses (type A) 1. CIG & RADIO 20 A: Cigarette lighter, digital clock display, air conditioning sys- tem, radio, cassette tape player, power rear view mirrors, automatic transmission shift lock system, theft deterrent system, SRS airbags 2. TAIL 15 A: Tail lights, parking lights, li- cense plate lights, instrument panel lights, daytime running light system 3. IGN 10 A: Multiport fuel injection sys- tem/sequential multiport fuel injection system, discharge warning light, SRS air- bags 4. ECU-B 10 A: Daytime running light system, cruise control system

5. DEF-I/UP 7.5 A: Multiport fuel injec- tion system/sequential multiport fuel in- jection system 6. STOP 15 A: Stop lights, high mounted stoplight, cruise control system, automat- ic transmission shift lock system, anti- lock brake system 7. TURN 7.5 A: Turn signal lights 8. ECU-IG 15 A: Starting system, anti- lock brake system, automatic transmis- sion shift lock system

9. GAUGE 10 A: Gauges and meters, service reminder indicators (except dis- charge and open door warning lights), back-up light, air conditioning system, daytime running light system, electroni- cally controlled automatic transmission system 10. WIP 20 A: Windshield wipers and washer, rear window wiper and washer 11. A/C 15 A: Air conditioning system 12. DOME 20 A: Interior light, luggage compartment light, trunk light, clock, open door warning light, radio, cassette tape player, anti-lock brake system, theft de- terrent system, electric sun roof 13. HAZ-HORN 20 A: Emergency flash- ers, horns

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23. HEAD (LH-UPR) 10 A: Left-hand headlight (high beam) 24. HEAD (LH-LWR) 10 A: Left-hand headlight (low beam) 25. HEAD (RH-UPR) 10 A: Right-hand headlight (high beam) 26. HEAD (RH-LWR) 10 A: Right-hand headlight (low beam) 27. OBD 7.5 A: On-board diagnosis sys- tem 28. EFI 15 A: Multiport fuel injection sys- tem/sequential multiport fuel injection system, electronically controlled auto- matic transmission system

Fuses (type B) 29. POWER 30 A: Power windows, pow- er door lock system, electric sun roof 30. DEF 30 A: Rear window defogger 31. HEATER 40 A: Air conditioning sys- tem 32. AM 2 30 A: Starting system and “IGN” fuse 33. FAN 30 A: Electric cooling fan and “FAN-I/UP” fuse 34. CDS 30 A: Electric cooling fan

14. FAN-I/UP 7.5 A: Multiport fuel injec- tion system/sequential multiport fuel in- jection system 15. SPARE 7.5 A: Spare fuse 16. SPARE 15 A: Spare fuse 17. SPARE 20 A: Spare fuse 18. HEAD (RH) 15 A: Right-hand head- light 19. HEAD (LH) 15 A: Left-hand headlight 20. ALT-S 7.5 A: Charging system 21. EFI, F-HTR 15 A: Multiport fuel injec- tion system/sequential multiport fuel in- jection system, electronically controlled automatic transmission system 22. DRL 7.5 A: Daytime running light sys- tem

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Fuses (type C) 35. AM1 40 A: “CIG & RADIO”, “GAUGE”, “TURN”, “ECU-IG”, “WIP”, “DEF” and “OBD” fuses 36. ALT 100 A: Tail lights, “DEF”, “STOP”, “ECU-B” and “AM 1” fuses 37. ABS 50 A: Anti-lock brake system

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Part 9
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS FOR U.S. OWNERS AND UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING

(cid:1) Reporting safety defects for

U.S. owners

(cid:1) Uniform tire quality grading

Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the Na- tional Highway Traffic Safety Admin- istration (NHTSA) in addition to noti- fying Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. (Toll-free: 1-800-331-4331). If NHTSA receives similar com- plaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect ex- ists in a group of vehicles, it may or- der a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become in- volved in individual problems be- tween you, your dealer, or Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123
in Washington D.C. area) or write