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inside

loaded

If ”Err 2” appears on the display, indicates no disc magazine, insert a disc. If ”Err 3” or ”Err 4” on the display, it indicates there is a trouble inside the sys- tem. Eject the disc or magazine. Set the disc or magazine again. If ”OPEn” appears on the display, it indicates the compact disc auto changer lid is open. Close the compact disc auto changer lid. If the malfunction is not rectified, take your vehicle to your Toyota dealer. DISC (cid:2)(cid:1) Compact disc auto changer only— By using this button, you can select a disc you wish to listen to. Push either side of the button until the number of the disc you want to listen to appears on the display.

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RPT (Repeat) There are two repeat features—you can either replay a disc track or a whole com- pact disc. Repeating a track: Quickly push and release ”RPT” while the track is playing. ”RPT” will appear on the display. If you hear a beep, you held the button too long, and the player will repeat the whole disc. When the track ends, it will automatically be replayed. This pro- cess will be continued until you push the button again to turn off the repeat feature. Compact disc auto changer only— Repeating a disc: Push and hold ”RPT” until you hear a beep. ”D·RPT” will appear on the display. The player will repeat all the tracks on the disc you are listening to. When the disc ends, the player will automatically go back to the top track of the disc and replay. This process will be continued until you push the button again to turn off the re- peat feature.

SCAN Radio You can either scan all the frequencies on a band or scan only the preset stations for that band. To scan the preset stations: Push and hold ”SCAN” until you hear a beep. The radio will tune in the next pres- et 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: Quickly push and release ”SCAN”. If you hear a beep, you held the button too long, and the radio will scan the preset sta- tions. 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.

to

the

listen

PWR/VOL (Power/Volume) Push ”PWR/VOL” to turn the audio system on and off. Turn ”PWR/VOL” to adjust the volume. RAND (Random) There are two random features—you can either listen to the tracks on all the com- pact discs in the magazine in random or- der, or only tracks on a specific compact disc in random order. Random playing for the tracks on a disc: Quickly push and release ”RAND”. ”RAND” will appear on the display. The disc you are listening to will play in random order. If you hear a beep, you held the button too long, and the player will play all the tracks in the magazine in random order. To turn off the random feature, push the ”RAND” a second time. Compact disc auto changer only— Random playing for all the tracks in the magazine: Push and hold ”RAND” until you hear a beep. ”D·RAND” will appear on the display and the player will perform all the tracks on all the discs in the magazine in ran- dom order. To turn off the random feature, push ”RAND” a second time.

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Compact disc player There are two scan features—you can ei- ther scan the tracks on a specific disc or scan the first tracks of all the discs in the magazine. Scanning for the tracks on a disc: Quickly push and release ”SCAN”. ”SCAN” will appear on the display and the player will scan all the tracks on the disc you are listening to. If you hear a beep, you held the button too long, and the player will scan the first tracks of all the discs in the magazine. To select a track, push the ”SCAN” a second time. If the player scanned all the tracks on the disc, it will stop scanning. Compact disc auto changer only— Scanning the first discs in the magazine: Push and hold ”SCAN” until you hear a beep. ”D·SCAN” will appear on the display and the player will perform the first track of the next disc. To select a disc, push the ”SCAN” a second time. If the player has scanned all it will stop scanning.

tracks of all the

the discs,

for

ST (Stereo reception) display Your radio automatically changes to stereo reception when a stereo broadcast is re- ceived. ”ST” appears on the display. If the signal becomes weak, the radio reduces the amount of channel separation to prev- ent the weak signal from creating noise. If the signal becomes extremely weak, the radio switches from stereo to mono recep- tion. TRACK Compact disc player By using this button, you can skip up or down to a different track. Push either side of the track button until the number of the track you want to listen to appears on the display. If you want to return the current track, push the down side of the button one time, quickly.

the beginning of

up/down

button):

(Track

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TUNE (Tuning) Tuning Your Toyota has an electronic tuning radio (ETR). Push and release the ”(cid:1)” (up) or ”(cid:2)” (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 plays station band. To seek a station, push and hold the ”(cid:1)” or ”(cid:2)” side of ”TUNE” until you hear a beep. Do this again to find another sta- tion.

the radio finds and the next station up or down the

the seek mode,

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NOTICE

To ensure the correct audio system operation: (cid:1) Be careful not to spill beverages

over the audio system.

(cid:1) Do not put anything other than a cassette tape or Compact Disc into the slot.

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 drifting stations—Generally, the effective range of FM is about 40 km (25
miles). Once outside this range, you may notice fading and drifting, which increase with the distance from the radio transmit- ter. They are often accompanied by distor- tion. Multi- path—FM reflective, making it possible for two signals to reach your antenna at the same time. If this happens, the signals will cancel each oth- er 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. the FM signal you Station swapping—If are interrupted or weak- is ened, and there is another strong station nearby on the FM band, your radio may tune in the second station until the origi- nal signal can be picked up again.

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AM Fading—AM broadcasts are reflected by the upper atmosphere—especially at night. These reflected signals can interfere with those received directly from the radio sta- tion, causing the radio station to sound alternately strong and weak. Station interference—When a reflected sig- nal and a signal received directly from a radio station are very nearly the same frequency, 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 PLAYER AND TAPES For high performance from your cassette player and tapes: Clean the tape head and other parts regu- larly. (cid:2) A dirty

tape head or tape path can decrease sound quality and tangle your cassette to clean them is by using a cleaning tape. (A wet type is recommended.)

tapes. The easiest way

Use high- quality cassettes. (cid:2) Low- quality cassette tapes can cause many problems, including poor sound, inconsistent and constant auto- reversing. They can also get stuck or tangled in the cassette player.

playing

speed,

(cid:2) Do not use a cassette if it has been damaged or tangled or if its label is peeling off.

(cid:2) Do not leave a cassette in the player if you are not listening to it, especially if it is hot outside.

(cid:2) Store cassettes in their cases and out

of direct sunlight.

(cid:2) 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.

CARING FOR YOUR COMPACT DISC PLAYER AND DISCS (cid:2) Use only compact discs

labeled as

shown.

(cid:2) Extremely high temperatures can keep your compact disc player from working. On hot days, use the air conditioning to cool the vehicle interior before you listen to a disc.

(cid:2) Bumpy roads or other vibrations may

make your compact disc player skip.

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(cid:2) If moisture gets into your compact disc player, you may not hear any sound even though your compact disc player appears the disc from the player and wait until it dries.

to be working. Remove

inserting

(cid:2) Handle compact discs carefully, espe- them. cially when you are them on the edge and do not Hold bend them. Avoid getting fingerprints on them, particularly on the shiny side. (cid:2) Dirt, scrapes, warping, pin holes, or other disc damage could cause the player to skip or to repeat a section of a track. (To see a pin hole, hold the disc up to the light.)

(cid:2) Remove discs from the compact disc

them. Store

player when you are not listening to their plastic cases away from moisture, heat, and direct sunlight.

them

in

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

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CAUTION

Compact disc players use invisible la- ser beam which could cause hazard- ous if directed outside the unit. Be sure to operate the player correctly as instructed.

radiation exposure

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

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1. Temperature Selector

2. Air Intake Selector

3. Air Flow Selector

4. ”A/C” Button

5. Fan Speed Selector

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

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For details about air flow selector settings, see the illustration after ”A/C” button. Turning the air flow control knob to wind- shield position the defroster- linked air conditioning. At this time, the ”A/C” button indicator comes on regard- less of whether or not the ”A/C” button is pressed in. This is to clean up the front view more quickly. When the ”A/C” button is not pressed in, turning the air flow control knob to anoth- er position turns off the air conditioning.

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

flows mainly

from

the

instrument panel vents.

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

vents.

4. Floor/Windshield—Air

flows mainly floor vents and windshield

the

from 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 inside

the vehicle.

2. Fresh—Draws outside air into the sys-

tem.

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—Operating tips (cid:2) To cool off your Toyota after

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

(cid:2) Make sure the air intake grilles in front of the windshield are not blocked (by leaves or snow, for example).

(cid:2) On humid days, do not blow cold air on the windshield. The windshield could fog up because of the difference in air temperature on the inside and outside of the windshield.

(cid:2) Keep the area under the front seats clear to allow air to circulate through- out the vehicle.

(cid:2) 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 red zone Air intake—FRESH (outside air) Air flow—FLOOR Air conditioning—OFF

for a

(cid:2) For quick heating, select recirculated air the windows from fogging, select fresh af- ter interior has been warmed.

few minutes. To keep

the vehicle

(cid:2) Press the ”A/C” button on for dehumidi-

fied heating.

(cid:2) Choose floor/windshield air flow to heat the vehicle interior while defrosting or defogging the windshield.

Fan speed—Any setting except ”OFF” Temperature—Towards blue zone Air intake—FRESH (outside air) Air flow—PANEL Air conditioning—ON

(cid:2) 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 blue zone Air intake—FRESH (outside air) Air flow—PANEL Air conditioning—OFF

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

Fan speed—Any setting except ”OFF” Temperature—Towards red zone to heat;

blue zone to cool Air intake—FRESH (outside air) Air flow—WINDSHIELD

turns on

Turning the air flow control knob to wind- shield position the defroster- linked air conditioning. At this time, the ”A/C” button indicator comes on regard- less of whether or not the ”A/C” button is pressed in. This is to clean up the front view more quickly. When the ”A/C” button is not pressed in, turning the air flow control knob to anoth- er position turns off the air conditioning. (cid:2) On humid days, do not blow cold air on the windshield—the difference be- tween the outside and inside tempera- tures could make the fogging worse.

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—Instrument panel vents

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

Fan speed—Any setting except ”OFF” Temperature—Towards red zone Air intake—FRESH (outside air) Air flow—WINDSHIELD

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

turns on

Turning the air flow control knob to wind- shield position the defroster- linked air conditioning. At this time, the ”A/C” button indicator comes on regard- less of whether or not the ”A/C” button is pressed in. This is to clean up the front view more quickly. When the ”A/C” button is not pressed in, turning the air flow control knob to anoth- er position turns off the air conditioning. (cid:2) To heat the vehicle interior while de- choose

windshield,

frosting floor/windshield air flow.

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OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS—

Chapter 1- 8
Other equipment

(cid:1) Clock (cid:1) Cigarette lighter and ashtray (cid:1) Glove box (cid:1) Auxiliary boxes (cid:1) Cup holders (cid:1) Floor mat

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Clock

Cigarette lighter and ashtray

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

instrument panel

the

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

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Glove box

Auxiliary boxes

ASHTRAY To use the ashtray, open out. finished with your cigarette, thor- When oughly extinguish it in the ashtray to pre- vent other cigarette butts from catching fire. After using the ashtray, push it back in completely. To remove the ashtray, press down on the lock spring plate and pull out.

CAUTION

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

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To use the glove box, do this. To open: Pull the lever.

CAUTION

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

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Type A

Type B

Cup holders

Type C

Front

To use the box, do the following. Type A and type B: Pull on the handle. Type C: Open the center console box.

CAUTION

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The cup holder is designed for holding cups or drink- cans securely its holes. Front: To use the holders, push the lid

in

Rear:

and pull it out completely. To use the holder, pull it out.

CAUTION

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

(cid:1) To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or a sudden stop while driving, keep the cup holder closed when it is not in use.

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Floor mat

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

CAUTION

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

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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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1. Power steering fluid reservoir

2. Engine oil level dipstick

3. Engine oil filler cap

4. Brake fluid reservoir

5. Fuse blocks

6. Battery

7. Engine coolant reservoir

8. Electric cooling fans

9. Windshield washer fluid tank

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Fuse locations

Spar fuses

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(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 fans will automatically start to run if the engine coolant temperature is high and/or the air conditioning is on.

(cid:1) Use eye protection whenever you work on or under your vehicle where you may be exposed to flying or falling material, fluid spray, etc. (cid:1) Used engine oil contains potentially harmful contaminants which may cause skin disorders such as in- flammation or skin cancer, so care should be taken to avoid prolonged and repeated contact with it. To re- move used engine oil from your skin, wash thoroughly with soap and water.

(cid:1) Do not

leave used oil within the

reach of children.

Do- it- yourself service precautions If you perform maintenance by yourself, be sure to follow the correct procedure given in this part. You should be aware that improper or in- complete servicing may result in operating problems. Performing do- it- yourself maintenance during the warranty period may affect your warranty coverage. Read the separate 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 ob- serve:

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CAUTION

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

(Removing

belts.

(cid:1) Right after driving,

the engine compartment—the engine, radiator, exhaust manifold and spark plug boots, etc.—will be hot. So be care- ful 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 flammable. (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) Do not overfill automatic transmis- sion fluid, or the transmission could be damaged.

(cid:1) Do not drive with the air cleaner filter removed, or excessive engine wear could result. Also backfiring could cause a fire in the engine compartment.

(cid:1) Be careful not to scratch the glass

surface with the wiper frame.

(cid:1) When closing the engine hood, check to see that you have not for- gotten any tools, rags, etc.

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

for

NOTICE

(cid:1) Remember that battery and ignition cables carry high currents or volt- ages. Be careful of accidentally causing a short circuit.

(cid:1) Add only demineralized or distilled water to fill the radiator. And if you spill some of the coolant, be sure to wash off with water to prevent it from damaging the parts or paint.

(cid:1) Do not allow dirt or anything else to fall through the spark plugholes. (cid:1) Use only spark plugs of the speci- fied type. Using other types will cause engine damage, loss of per- formance or radio noise.

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Parts and tools Here is a list of parts and tools you will need on performing do- it- yourself mainte- nance. Remember all Toyota parts are de- signed in metric sizes, so your tools must be metric. Checking the engine oil level Parts (if level is low): (cid:1) Engine oil API grade SJ, ”Energy- Con- ILSAC multigrade having

serving” or 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) ”Toyota Long Life Coolant” or equiva-

lent See Chapter 7- 2 for details about cool- ant type selection.

(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)

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fluid

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

terminal

Checking power steering fluid Parts (if level is low): (cid:1) Automatic

transmission

DEXRONII or III

Tools: (cid:1) Rag or paper towel (cid:1) Funnel (only for adding fluid) Checking battery condition Tools: (cid:1) Warm water (cid:1) Baking soda (cid:1) Grease (cid:1) Conventional wrench

(for

clamp bolts)

Checking and replacing fuses Parts (if replacement is necessary): (cid:1) Genuine Toyota fuse or equivalent with

same amperage rating as original

Adding washer fluid Parts: (cid:1) Water (cid:1) Washer fluid containing antifreeze (for

winter use)

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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

Low level

Full level

Add oil

O.K.

Too full

With the engine at operating tempera- ture and turned off, check the oil level on the dipstick. 1. To get a

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 engine.

reading,

true

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 correct.

4. Pull the dipstick out and look at the oil

level on the end.

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If the oil level is below or only slightly above the low level, add engine oil of the same type as already in the engine. Remove the oil filler 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 and the full level on the dipstick is indicated below for ref- erence. When the level reaches within the correct range, install the filler cap hand- tight. Oil quantity, L (qt., lmp. qt.):

1.3 (1.4, 1.1)

NOTICE

(cid:1) Avoid overfilling, or the engine

could be damaged.

(cid:1) Check the oil level on the dipstick

once again after adding the oil.

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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 SJ. The center portion of the label shows the SAE viscos- ity grade such as SAE 5W- 30. ”Energy- Conserving” shown in the lower portion, indicates that the oil has fuel- saving ca- pabilities. The ILSAC (International Lubricant Stan- dardization and Approval Committee) Certi- fication Mark is displayed on the front of the container.

Engine oil selection Use API grade SJ, ”Energy- Conserving” or ILSAC multigrade engine oil. Recommended viscosity (SAE):

API service symbol

for good

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

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ILSAC certification mark

Checking the engine coolant level Look at the see- through coolant reser- voir when the engine is cold. The cool- ant level is satisfactory if it is between the ”FULL” and ”LOW” lines on the reservoir. If the level is low, add ethyl- ene- glycol type coolant for a proper corrosion protection of aluminum com- ponents. 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. Always use ethylene- glycol type coolant for a proper corrosion protection of alumi- num components. See information in the next column. If the coolant level drops within a short time after replenishing, there may be a leak the radiator, hoses, engine coolant filler cap, 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.

the system. Visually check

in

CAUTION

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

Coolant type selection Use of improper coolants may damage your engine cooling system. Your coolant must contain ethylene- glycol type coolant for a proper corrosion protection of your engine that contains aluminum components. Use ”Toyota Long Life Coolant” or equivalent. In addition to preventing freezing and sub- sequent damage to the engine, this will also prevent corrosion. Further supplemen- tal inhibitors or additives are neither need- ed nor recommended. Read the coolant container for information on freeze protection. Follow the manufac- turer’s directions to mix with plain water (preferably demineralized water or distilled water). The total capacity of the cooling system is given in Part 8.

for how much

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We recommend to use 50% solution for your Toyota, to provide protection down to about -35(cid:3)C (- 31(cid:3)F). When it is extreme- ly cold, to about -50°C (- 58°F), 60% solution is rec- ommended. Do not use more than 70% solution for better coolant performance.

to provide protection down

NOTICE

Do not use alcohol type antifreeze or plain water alone.

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reservoir. The

To check the fluid level, simply look at the see- through 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. 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 cover by hand.

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 some of the fluid, be sure to wash it off with water to prevent it from damaging the parts or paint.

Checking brake fluid

Type A

Type B

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Checking power steering fluid

Checking tire pressure

If hot O.K.

Close

Open

If cold O.K.

If cold add

If hot add

III.

II or

Check the fluid level through the reser- voir. If necessary, add automatic trans- mission fluid DEXRON(cid:4) 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 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.

(about

room

cold

Clean all dirt from outside of the reservoir tank and look at the fluid level. If the fluid is cold, the level should be in the ”COLD” range. 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 automatic fluid DEXRON(cid:4) II or III to bring the level within the range. To remove the filler cap, turn it counter- clockwise and lift up. To reinstall it, turn it clockwise. After filler cap,visually check the steering box case, vane pump and hose connections for leaks or damage.

transmission

replacing

the

CAUTION

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

NOTICE

Avoid overfilling, or the power steer- ing could be damaged.

Keep your tire pressures at the proper level. The recommended cold tire pressures, tire size and the vehicle capacity weight are given in Part 8. They are also on the tire pressure label as shown. 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.

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

(cid:2) Do not bleed or reduce tire pressure 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.

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Checking and replacing tires

Tread wear indicator

CHECKING YOUR TIRES Check the tires 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 adjacent grooves, the tire should be re- placed. 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.).

the

results

tire pressure

tire pressure

is excessively

Low 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 tire bead. If 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 possibility of tire damage from road haz- ards. If a tire frequently needs refilling, have it checked by your Toyota dealer. The following instructions for checking tire pressure should be observed: (cid:2) The pressure should be checked only when the tires are cold. If your ve- hicle 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, that are even just a few pounds off can degrade 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 techni- cian and have the tire repaired or re- placed. Even if the damage does not appear seri- ous, a qualified technician should examine the damage. Objects which have pene- trated the tire may have caused internal 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 have never or seldom been used. This applies also 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 original- ly installed and with the same or great- er load capacity. Using any other size or type of tire may seriously affect handling, ride, speedome- ter/odometer calibration, ground clearance, and clearance between the body and tires or snow chains.

they

if

CAUTION

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

(cid:2) Do not use tires or wheels other recom-

the manufacturer’s

than mended size.

tire

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 is replaced, 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.

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Rotating tires

Vehicles with compact spare tire

Vehicles without compact spare tire

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To equalize the wear and help extend tire life, Toyota recommends that you rotate your tires approximately every 12000 km (7500 miles). However, the most appropriate timing for tire rotation may vary according to your driving hab- its and road surface conditions. See ”If you have a flat tire” in Part 4 for tire change procedure. When 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.

tires, check

rotating

CAUTION

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

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Installing snow tires and chains WHEN TO USE SNOW TIRES OR CHAINS Snow tires or chains are recommended 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 could 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 replac- ing.

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CAUTION

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

incorrectly 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 before installing chains. CHAIN INSTALLATION Install the chains on the front tires as tightly as possible. Do not use tire tires. Retighten chains on chains after km (1/4—1/2 mile). When installing chains on your tires, care- fully follow the instructions of the chain manufacturer.

rear driving

0.5—1.0

the

If wheel covers are used, they will be scratched by the chain band,so remove the covers before putting on the chains.

CAUTION

(cid:2) Do not exceed 50 km/h (30 mph) or recom- is

the chain manufacturer’s mended speed lower.

limit, whichever

(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 re- sult in damage to the vehicle as well as the tire.

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 re- placed by ones with the same load ca- pacity, diameter, rim width, and offset. 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 adversely affect handling, wheel and bear- ing life, brake cooling, speedometer/odom- eter calibration, stopping ability, headlight aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clear- ance, and tire or snow chain clearance to the body and chassis.

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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 therefore should not be used. Never use an inner tube in a leaking wheel which is designed for a tubeless tire.

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

rotated, tires, check

that

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

to damage the aluminum wheels.

(cid:2) Use only the Toyota wheel nuts and for your aluminum

wrench designed 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.

EMERGENCY MEASURES (cid:1) If electrolyte gets

in your eyes, flush your eyes with clean water immediately immediate medical attention. If possible, con- tinue to apply water with a sponge or cloth while en route to the medi- cal office.

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

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

(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.

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—Checking battery exterior

Terminals Ground cable

NOTICE

(cid:1) Be sure the engine and all accesso- ries are off before performing main- tenance.

(cid:1) When checking the battery, remove the ground cable from the negative terminal (”-” mark) first and rein- stall it last.

(cid:1) Be careful not to cause a short cir-

cuit with tools.

(cid:1) Take care no solution gets into the

battery when washing it.

Hold- down clamp

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 bak- ing soda. Coat the outside of the termi- nals with grease to prevent further cor- rosion. If the terminal connections are loose, tighten their clamp nuts—but do not overtighten.

b.

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 battery fluid

Type A

Green

Dark

Clear or light yellow

Type B

Blue

White

Red

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

the

Hydrometer color Type B Type A GREEN 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.

Battery recharging precautions During recharging, the battery is pro- ducing hydrogen gas. Therefore, before recharging: 1. If recharging with the battery installed on the vehicle, be sure to disconnect the ground cable.

2. Be sure the power switch on the re- charger the charger cables to the battery and when disconnecting them.

is off when connecting

CAUTION

(cid:1) Always charge the battery in an un- confined area. Do not charge the battery in a garage or closed room where there is not sufficient ventila- tion.

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

NOTICE

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

Checking and replacing fuses

Type A

Type B

Type C

Good

Blown

Good

Blown

Good

Blown

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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 inoperative 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 controlled by each circuit.

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the new

If fuse immediately blows out, there is a problem with the electrical sys- tem. Have your Toyota dealer correct it as soon as possible.

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.

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

range below

NOTICE

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

Type A fuses can be pulled out by the pull- out tool. The location of the pull- out tool is shown in the illustration. 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 ”FOG” or ”S- HTR” fuse, which may be dispensable for normal driving, and use 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 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 ve- hicle for emergencies.

that specified,

lower

than

the

if

it

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following

illustrations show how

Replacing light bulbs— The 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 handling. 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.

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—Headlights

W Type

Light bulbs

Headlights

front side

Parking, marker and front turn signal lights

Rear side marker lights

Rear turn signal lights

Bulb No.

HB2

3157N

60/5

27/8

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3.8

3156

27

Stop and tail lights

3157

27/8

18

3.8

18

10

3.8

Back- up lights

License plate lights

High mounted stoplight

Personal light

Interior light

Trunk light

921

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—

—

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A: HB2 halogen bulbs B: Single end bulbs C: Wedge base bulbs D: Double end bulbs

1. Open the hood.

RIGHT- HAND HEADLIGHT: Remove the bolts and the relay block.

take out

the relay block

Put place other than on the engine.

in

the appropriate

NOTICE

Do not place the relay block on the engine.

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2. LEFT- HAND HEADLIGHT: Remove the clip and take out the air cleaner duct.

Removing clip: Use a flat- bladed screw- driver or equivalent

3. Unplug the connector. Remove the

rubber cover.

If the connector is tight, wiggle it.

Remove and shown in the following illustration.

install

the cover clip as