1997 Toyota Corolla Owners Manual

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 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” until you hear a beep. Do this again to find another station.

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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”). 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 dis- play. To tune in to a preset station: Push the button for the station you wantl. The but- ton number and station frequency will ap- pear on the display. These systems can store one AM and one FM station for each button. The preset station memory will be canceled out if the power source is interrupted (battery dis- connected or fuse blown).

(Eject Button)

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.

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AM ⋅ FM Push “AM ⋅ FM” to switch between the AM and FM bands. “AM” or “FM” will appear on the display. If the audio system is off, you can turn on the radio by pushing “AM ⋅ FM”. Also, push the “AM ⋅ FM” button to switch from cassette operation to radio operation. BAL (Balance) This knob lets you adjust the balance be- tween the right and left speakers. Pull out “PWR/VOL/BAL”. Turn the knob to adjust the balance. Push the knob back into its normal 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. Dolby® 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 button marked with

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. FADE Move the “FADE” ring around “PWR/ VOL” to adjust the front/rear balance. 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) 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. Push the “REW” side to rewind a tape. “REW” will appear on the display. 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. SCAN 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. 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 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 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” until you hear a beep. Do this again to find another station.

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—Car audio system operating hints

NOTICE

To ensure the correct audio system operation: zBe careful not to spill beverages

over the audio system.

zDo not put anything other than a

cassette tape 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.

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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 perfirmance from your cassette player and tapes: Clean the tape head and other parts regu- larly. S 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.)

Use high−quality cassettes. S 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.

S Do not use a cassette if it has been damaged or tangled or if its label is peeling off.

S Do not leave a cassette in the player if you are not listening to it, especially if it is hot outside.

S Store cassettes in their cases and out

of direct sunlight.

S 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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Air conditioning system— —Controls

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

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Fan speed selector Move the lever to adjust the fan speed—to the right to increase, to the left to de- crease. Temperature selector Move the lever to adjust the tempera- ture—to the right to warm, to the left to cool.

For details about air flow selector settings, see the illustration after “A/C” button.

Air flow selector Move the lever to select the vents used for air flow. 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. 3. Floor—Air flows mainly from the floor

vents.

4. Floor/Windshield —Air flows mainly from the floor vents and windshield vents.

5. Windshield—Air flows mainly from

the windshield vents.

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

Air Intake selector Move the lever to select the air source. 1. Recirculate—Recirculates the air in-

side the vehicle.

2. Fresh—Draws outside air into the sys-

tem.

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—Air flow selector settings

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

S 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.

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

S 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:

Air conditioning 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

S 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. S Press the “A/C” button on for dehumid-

ified heating.

S Choose floor/windshield air flow to heat the vehicle interior while defrost- ing or defogging the windshield.

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

(blue zone)

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

S 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 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 Air conditioning—ON

S 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.

Defrosting 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 Air conditioning—OFF

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S To heat the vehicle interior while de- frosting the windshield, choose floor/ windshield air flow.

—Side vents

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

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Part 1
OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS—

Chapter 1−8
Other equipment S Clock S Cigarette lighter and ashtray S Glovebox S Cup holder S 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).

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

time

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Cigarette lighter and ashtray

Glove box

Use a Toyota genuine cigarette lighter or equivalent for replacement.

CAUTION

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

To operate the cigarette lighter, press it in. When it becomes heated, it auto- matically pops out ready for use. If the engine is not running, the key must be in the ”ACC” position. Do not hold the cigarette lighter pressed in. When finished with your cigarette, thor- oughly extinguish it in the ashtray to pre- vent other cigarette butts from catching fire. After using the ashtray, close the ash- tray cover completely. To remove the ashtray, open the ashtray cover and pull it out.

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To open the glovebox door, compress the lock release buttons.

CAUTION

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

Cup holder

Floor mat

To use the cup holder, push it and pull it out completely. The cup holder is designed for holding cups or drink−cans fit snugly in its holes.

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

S Do not place anything else on the cup holder, as such item may be thrown about in the compartment and possibly injure people in the vehicle during sudden braking or an accident.

S Keep the cup holder shut when not

in use.

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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INFORMATION BEFORE DRIVING YOUR TOYOTA S Break−in period S Fuel S Operation in foreign countries S Three−way catalytic converter S Engine exhaust cautions S Facts about engine oil

consumption S Brake system S Brake pad wear limit indicators S Luggage stowage precautions S Your Toyota’s idenitification S Theft prevention labels S Suspension and chassis S 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: S Do not drive over 88 km/h (55 mph). S Avoid overrevving. Maintain engine speed between 2000 and 4000 rpm.

S Avoid full−throttle starts. S Try to avoid hard stops during the first

300 km (200 miles).

S Do not drive slowly with the manual

transmission in a high gear.

S Do not drive for a long time at any

single speed, either fast or slow.

S 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 Select Research Octane Number 91
(Octane Rating 87) or higher. Use of unleaded fuel with an octane num- ber rating lower than stated above will cause persistent heavy knocking. If se- vere, this will lead to engine damage.

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FUEL TANK CAPACITY

50 L (13.2 gal., 11.0 imp. gal.)

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 buld−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.

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

NOTICE

zDo not use gasohol other than stated above. It will cause fuel system damage or vehicle perfor- mance problems.

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

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

Three−way catalytic converter

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).

CAUTION

S Keep people and combustible ma- terials away from the exhaust pipe while the engine is running. The exhaust gas is very hot.

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

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.

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NOTICE

the

into

A large amount of unburned gases flowing three−way catalytic converter may cause it to overheat and create a fire hazard. To prevent this and other damage, observe the following precautions: zUse only unleaded gasoline. zDo not drive with an extremely low fuel level; running out of fuel could cause the engine to mis- fire, creating an excessive load on the three−way catalytic con- verter.

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

zAvoid racing the engine. zDo not push−start or pull−start

your vehicle.

zDo not turn off the ignition while

the vehicle is moving.

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zKeep your engine in good running order. Malfunctions in the engine electrical system, electronic igni- tion system/distributor ignition system or fuel systems could cause an extremely high three− way catalytic converter tempera- ture.

zIf 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.

zTo ensure that the three−way cata- lytic converter and the engine 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”.

Engine exhaust cautions

CAUTION

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

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

S 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 paticularly dangerous situation.

S Do not remain for a long time in a parked vehicle with the engine run- ning. If it is unavoidable, however, do so only in an unconfined area and adjust the heating or cooling system to force outside air into the vehicle.

S Keep the trunk lid closed while driving. An open or unsealed trunk lid may cause exhaust gases to be drawn into the vehicle. If you must drive with the trunk lid open to ac- commodate a large object, close the windows, open all the instru- ment 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 in- take control lever set at the OUT- SIDE AIR position.

S 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.

S If you smell exhaust fumes in the vehicle, drive with the windows open and the trunk lid closed. Have the cause immediately located and corrected.

Facts about engine oil consumption FUNCTIONS OF ENGINE OIL Engine oil has the primary functions of lu- bricating and cooling the inside of the en- gine, and plays a major role in maintaining the engine in proper working order. ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION It is normal that an engine should con- sume some engine oil during normal engine operation. The causes of oil consumption in a normal engine are as follows. S 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.

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

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

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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

the oil

to check

level Failure 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

S Do not pump the brake pedal if the engine stalls. Each push on the pedal uses up your vacuum re- serve.

S 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 nor- mal. And your braking distance will be longer.

ANTI−LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (vehicles with “ABS” warning light) The anti−lock brake system is designed to automatically prevent lock−up of the wheels during sudden braking or braking on slippery road surfaces. This assists in providing directional stability and steering performance of the vehicle under these circumstances. The anti−lock brake system becomes op- erative after the vehicle has accelerated to a speed in excess of approximately 10
km/h (6 mph). It stops operating when the vehicle decelerates to a speed below approximately 5 km/h (3 mph).

You may hear a sound in the engine compartment for a few seconds when the engine is started or just after the vehicle is started. This means that the anti−lock brake system is in the self check mode, and does not indicate a malfunction.

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: S Braking capability is dependent on tire

friction with the road surface.

S 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.

S 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: S Driving on rough, gravel or snow−cov-

ered roads.

S Driving with tire chains installed. S Driving on roads where the road sur- face is pitted or has other differences in surface height.

“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. S The light does not come on as de-

scribed above, or remains on.

S The light comes on while driving.

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Brake pad wear limit indicators

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), anti−lock brake sys- tem is not assisting brake performance so that the wheel can lock−up during sudden braking or braking on slippery road sur- faces. Have your vehicle checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

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.

Luggage stowage precautions When stowing luggage or cargo in the ve- hicle, observe the following: S Put luggage in the trunk when at all possible. Be sure all items are secured in place.

S Be careful to keep the vehicle bal- anced. Locating the weight as far for− ward as possible helps maintain bal− ance.

S For better fuel economy, do not carry

unneeded weight.

CAUTION

S To prevent luggage or packages from sliding forward during brak- ing, do not stack anything in the enlarged trunk room. Keep lug- gage or packages low, as close to the floor as possible.

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

S Do not place anything on the filler panel behind the rear seatback, Such items may be thrown about and possibly injure people in the vehicle during sudden braking or an accident.

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

NOTICE

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

Your Toyota’s identification

The vehicle identification number (VIN) is the legal identifier for your ve- hicle. Its location is shown in the il- lustration. The vehicle indentification number (VIN) is also on the Certification Label or on the manufacturuer’s plate. This is the primary identification number for your Toyota. It is used in registering the ownership of your vehicle.

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Suspension and chassis

CAUTION

Do not modify the suspension/ chassis with lift kits, spacers, etc. It can cause dangerous handling characteristics, resulting in the loss of control.

Theft prevention labels (except for Canada) Your new vehicle carries theft preven- tion labels which are approximately 56
mm (2.20 inches) by 16 mm 0.63 inch). 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.

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

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CAUTION

S 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.

S Do not use tire other than the manufacturer’s designated tires, and never mix tires or wheels of the sizes different from the originals.

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.

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Part 3
STARTING AND DRIVING S Before starting the engine S How to start the engine S Tips for driving in various

conditions

S Winter driving tips S Trailer towing S 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 transmission into neutral. Hold the clutch pedal to the floor until the engine is started. A starter safety device will prevent the starter from operating if the clutch pedal is not fully depressed. Automatic transmission: Put the se- lector lever in “P”. If you need to restart the engine while the vehicle is moving, put the selector lever in “N”. A starter safety device 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 en- gine starts.

2. After the engine runs for about 10 sec-

onds, you are ready to drive.

If the weather is below freezing, let the en- gine warm up for a few minutes before driving. If the engine stalls... Simply restart it, using the correct proce- dure given in normal starting. If the engine will not start− See “If your vehicle will not start” in Part 4.

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NOTICE

zDo not crank for more than 30 sec- onds at a time. This may overheat the starter and wiring systems.

zDo not race a cold engine. zIf the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently, have the engine checked immediately.

Tips for driving in various conditions S Always slow down in gusty cross- winds. This will allow you much better control

S 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 server tire damage result- ing in tire bursts.

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

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

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CAUTION

S Before driving off, make sure that the parking brake if fully released and the parking brake reminder light is off.

S Do not leave your vehicle unat- tended while the engine is run- ning.

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

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

S Be careful when accelerating, up- shifting, down shifting or braking on a slippery surface. Sudden ac- celeration or engine braking, could cause the vehicle to spin or skid.

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

S Do not continue normal driving when the brakes are wet. If they are wet, your vehicle will require a longer stopping distance, and it may pull to one side when the brakes are applied. Also, the park- ing brake will not hold the vehicle securely.

Winter drivng tips Make sure you have ethylene−glycol antifreeze in the radiator.

NOTICE

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

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

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

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

NOTICE

Do not use engine antifreeze or any other substitute as washer fluid be- cause it may damage your vehicle’s paint.

Do not use your parking brake when there is a possibility it could freeze. When parking, put the transmission into “P” (automatic) or into first or reverse (manual) and block the rear wheels. Do not use the parking brake, or snow or wa- ter accumulated in and around the parking brake mechanism may freeze, making it hard to release. Keep ice and snow from accumulating under the fenders. Ice and snow built up under your fenders can make steering difficult. During bad winter driving, stop and check under the fenders occasionally. 126

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

CAUTION

S The total trailer weight (trailer weight plus its cargo load) must not exceed 680 kg (1500 lb.). Ex- ceeding this weight is dangerous. S The gross vehicle weight must not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) indicated on the Certification Label. The gross ve- hicle weight is the sum of weights of the unloaded vehicle, driver, passengers, luggage, hitch and trailer tongue load. It also includes the weight of any special equip- ment installed on your vehicle.

S The trailer cargo load should be distributed so that the tongue load is 9 to 11% of the total trailer weight, not exceeding 68 kg (150 lb.). Never load the trailer with more weight in the back than in the front. About 60% of the trailer load should be in the front half of the trailer and the remaining 40% in the rear.

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

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

CAUTION

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

S Never tap into your vehicle’s hy- draulic system as it would lower its braking effectiveness.

HITCHES S Use only a hitch which is recom- mended by the hitch manufacturer and conforms to the total trailer weight re- quirement.

S Follow the directions supplied by the hitch manufacturer, and bolt the hitch securely to the rear bumper. Lubricate the hitch ball with a light coat of grease. S Toyota recommends that the trailer hitch be removed when not towing to reduce the possibility of additional damage caused by the hitch if your ve- hicle is struck from behind. After re- moving the hitch, seal any mounting holes in the vehicle body to prevent entry of pollutants such as exhaust fumes, dirt, water, etc.

NOTICE

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

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

TIRES S Ensure that your vehicle’s tires are properly inflated. See Chapter 7−2 for instructions.

S The trailer tires should be inflated to the pressure recommended by the trailer manufacturer in respect to the total trailer weight.

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

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

MAINTENANCE

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

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

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

S Make sure the trailer cargo is securely

loaded so that it cannot shift.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

1. Apply the brakes and hold. 2. Have someone place wheel blocks un- der both the vehicle and trailer wheels. 3. When the wheel blocks are in place, release your brakes slowly until the blocks absorb the load.

4. Apply the parking brake frimly.

5. Shift into first or reverse (manual) or “P” (automatic) and turn off the engine. When restarting out after parking on a slope: 1. With the transmission in “P” position (automatic) or the clutch pedal de- pressed (manual), start the engine. (With an automatic transmission, be sure to keep the brake pedal de- pressed.)

2. Shift into gear. 3. Release the parking brake (also foot brake on automatic transmission ve- hicles) and slowly pull or back away from the wheels blocks. Stop and ap- ply your brakes.

4. Have someone retrieve the blocks.

CAUTION

S Do not exceed 72 km/h (45 mph) or the posted towing speed limit, whichever is lower. Because insta- bility (swaying) of a towing vehicle trailer combination usually in- creases as the speed increases, ex- ceeding 72 km/h (45 mph) may cause loss of control.

S Slow down and downshift before descending steep or long downhill grades. Do not make sudden down- shifts.

S Avoid holding the pedal down too long or too frequently. This could cause the brakes to overheat and result in reduced braking efficien- cy.

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

S Do not carry unneeded weight in your vehicle. Excess weight puts a heavier load on the engine, causing greater fuel consumption.

S Avoid

lenghty warm−up

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

S Accelerate slowly and smoothly. Avoid jackrabbit starts. Get into high gear as quickly as possible.

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

S Avoid engine lug or overrevving. Use a gear position suitable for the road on which you are travelling.

S Avoid continuous speeding up and slowing down. Stop−and−go driving wastes fuel.

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

S Avoid heavy traffic or traffic jams

whenever possible.

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

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

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

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S Keep the bottom of your vehicle free from mud, etc. This not only lessens weight but also helps prevent corrosion.

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

CAUTION

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

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Part 4
IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY S If your vehicle will not start S If your engine stalls while

driving

S If your vehicle overheats S If you have a flat tire S If your vehicle needs to be

2.

3.

towed

S If you cannot shift automatic

transmission selector lever

S If you lose your keys

If your vehicle will not start— (a) Simple checks Before making these checks, make sure you have followed the correct starting pro- cedure given in “How to start the engine” in Part 3 and that you have sufficient fuel. If the engine is not turning over or is turning over too slowly— 1. Check that the battery terminals are

tight and clean. If the battery terminals are O.K., switch on the interior light. If the light is out, dim or goes out when the starter is cranked, the battery is discharged. You may try jump starting. See “(c) Jump starting” for further in- structions.

If the engine turns over at its normal speed but will not start— 1. Check that all the push−on connectors are tight. (For example, connections at the spark plugs, ignition coil and/or dis- tributor) If the connectors are O.K., the engine may be flooded because of repeated cranking. See “(b) Starting a flooded engine” for further instructions.

2.

If the light is O.K., but the engine still will not start, it needs adjustment or repair. Call a Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop.

NOTICE

Do not pull− or push−start the vehicle. It may damage the vehicle or cause a collision when the engine starts. Also the three−way catalytic converter may overheat and become a fire hazard.

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

NOTICE

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

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

NOTICE

Do not crank for more than 30
seconds at a time. This may overheat the starter and wiring systems.

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

CAUTION

S Batteries contain sulfuric acid which is poisonous and corrosive. Wear protective safety glasses when jump starting, and avoid spilling acid on your skin, cloth- ing, or vehicle.

S If you should accidentally get acid on yourself or in you eyes, remove any contaminated clothing and flush the affected area with water immediately. Then get immediate medical attention. If possible, con- tinue to apply water with a sponge or cloth while en route to the medi- cal office.

JUMP STARTING PROCEDURE 1.

If the booster battery is installed in another vehicle, make sure the ve- hicles are not touching. Turn off all un- necessary lights and accessories. If required, remove all the vent plugs from the booster and discharged bat- teries. Lay a cloth over the open vents on the batteries. (This helps reduce the explosion hazard, personal injuries and burns.) If the engine in the vehicle with the booster battery is not running, start it and let it run for a few minutes. During jump starting, run the engine at about 2000 rpm with the accelerator pedal lightly depressed.

2.

3.

4. Make the cable connection in the order

a, b, c, d. a. Connect the clamp of the positive (red) jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal on the discharged battery. b. Connect the clamp at the other end of the positive (red) jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal on the booster battery.

c. Connect the clamp of the negative (black) cable to the negative (−) termi- nal on the booster battery. d. Connect the clamp at the other end of the negative (black) jumper cable to a solid, stationary, unpainted, metallic point of the vehicle with the discharged battery. The recommended connecting point is shown in the following illustration:

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5. Start your engine in the normal way. After starting, run it at about 2000 rpm for several minutes with the accelera- tor pedal lightly depressed.

6. Carefully disconnect the cables in the exact reverse order: the negative cable and then the positive cable.

7. Carefully dispose of the battery cover cloths—they may now contain sulfuric acid. If removed, replace all the battery vent plugs.

8.

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

If your engine stalls while driving If your engine stalls while driving… 1. Reduce your speed gradually, keeping a straight line. Move cautiously off the road to a safe place.

2. Turn on your emergency flashers. 3. Try starting the engine again. If the engine will not start, see “If your ve- hicle will not start”.

CAUTION

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

Do not connect it to or near any part that moves when is cranked.

the engine

CAUTION

When making the connections, to avoid serious injury, do not lean over the battery or accidentally let the jumper cables or clamps touch anything except the correct battery terminals or the ground.

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

2.

CAUTION

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

3. Visually check to see if the engine drive belt (water pump belt) is broken or loose. Look for obvious coolant leaks from the radiator, hoses, and un- der the vehicle. However, note that water draining from the air condition- ing is normal if it has been used.

CAUTION

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

4.

5.

If the engine drive belt is broken or the coolant is leaking, stop the engine im- mediately. Call a Toyota dealer for as- sistance. If the engine drive belt is O.K. and there are no obvious leaks, check the coolant reservoir. If it is dry, add cool- ant to the reservoir while the engine is running. Fill it about half full.

CAUTION

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

6. After the engine coolant temperature has cooled to normal, again check the coolant level in the reservoir. If neces- sary, bring it up to half full again. Seri- ous coolant loss indicates a leak in the system. You should have it checked as soon as possible at your Toyota deal- er.

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If you have a flat tire— 1. Reduce your speed gradually, keeping a straight line. Move cautiously off the road to a safe place well away from the traffic. Avoid stopping on the center di- vider of a highway. Park on a level spot with firm ground.

2. Stop the engine and turn on your

emergency flashers.

3. Firmly set the parking brake and put the transmission in “P” (automatic) or reverse (manual).

4. Have everyone get out of the vehicle

on the side away from traffic.

5. Read the following instructions thor-

oughly.

CAUTION

When jacking, be sure to observe the following to reduce the poss− ibility of personal injury: S Follow jacking instructions. S Do not start or run the engine while your vehicle is supported by the jack.

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S Stop the vehicle on a level place and chock the wheel diagonally opposite the one being changed. Otherwise, the vehicle will move and possibly cause un- expected accident.

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S Make sure to set the jack properly