2007 Toyota Corolla Owners Manual

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2007

Pocket Reference Guide

MN 00452-PRG07-COR Printed in USA 6/06

2007 Corolla

Seat belts-Shoulder belt anchor

Squeeze lock release to lower or raise

This Pocket Reference Guide is a summary of basic vehicle operations. It contains brief descriptions of fundamental operations so you can locate and use the vehicle’s main equipment quickly and easily.

The Pocket Reference Guide is not intended as a substitute for the Owner’s Manual located in the vehicle’s glove box. We strongly encourage you to review the Owner’s Manual and supplementary manuals so you will have a better understanding of the vehicle’s capabilities and limitations.

Your dealership and the entire staff of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. wish you many years of satisfied driving in your new Corolla.

! A word about safe vehicle operations This Pocket Reference Guide is not a full description Corolla operations. Every Corolla owner should review the Owner’s Manual that accompanies this vehicle.

Pay special attention to the boxed information highlighted in yellow throughout the Owner’s Manual. Each box contains safe operating instructions to help you avoid injury or equipment malfunction.

All information in this Pocket Reference Guide is current at the time of printing. Toyota reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice.

Spare tire & tools Tool location

Wheel nut wrench

Removing the spare tire

Jack handle Tool holder

Jack

Spare tire

Raise the luggage compartment floor panel. Remove the tool holder and tools. Loosen and remove bolt with spacer.

Refer to the Owner’s Manual for tire changing and jack positioning procedures.

Trunk-Internal release

Pull

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INDEX

Item

Page no.

OVERVIEW

Engine maintenance Fuel tank door release and cap Hood release Indicator symbols Instrument cluster Instrument panel Keyless entry Trunk release

FEATURES/OPERATIONS

Air Conditioning/Heating Audio Auto lock functions1
Automatic Transmission Clock Cruise control Cup holders Door locks-Power Light control-Instrument panel Lights & turn signals Moonroof Parking brake Power outlets Seat adjustments-Front Seat adjustments-Rear Seats-Head restraints Tilt steering wheel Windows-Power Windshield wiper & washer

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2-3

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SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES

Doors-Child safety locks Seat belts Seat belts-Shoulder belt anchor Spare tire & tools Tire Pressure Warning System reset Trunk-Internal release

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1 Programmable by customer. Refer to the Owner’s

Manual for instructions and more information.

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Instrument panel

Headlight, turn signal and front fog light* controls Wiper and washer controls Emergency flasher switch Audio system Clock Front passenger occupant classification indicator/ Front passenger seat belt reminder light Rear window defogger switch Auxiliary boxes “TRAC OFF” (Traction Control “OFF”)* 12V DC Power outlet/Cigarette lighter* Air Conditioning*/Heater controls

Ignition switch Cruise control* Tilt steering lock release Instrument panel light control Power rear view mirror control Tire Pressure Warning System reset* Theft deterrent system*/Engine immobilizer indicator light

* If equipped

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Instrument cluster

CE/LE models

S model

Service indicator and reminder Tachometer Speedometer Engine coolant temperature Fuel gauge Trip meter reset knob Odometer and two trip meters

Indicator symbols

Brake system warning1
Driver seat belt reminder1
(alarm will sound if speed is over 9 mph) Front passenger seat belt reminder1
(alarm will sound if speed is over 9 mph) Charging system warning1

Malfunction/Check Engine indicator1

Low engine oil pressure warning1

Low fuel level warning1

Open door warning1

Airbag SRS warning1

Low Tire Pressure Warning1
Vehicle Stability Control/Traction Control warning1
Low windshield washer fluid level warning1

Engine oil replacement reminder1
Front passenger occupant classification indicator Turn signal indicator

Headlight low beam indicator

Headlight high beam indicator

Slip indicator

Overdrive-off indicator

Cruise control indicator2

Anti-lock Brake System warning1

When the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) 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 as this will result in reduced braking performance.

1 For details, refer to “Service reminder indicators and warning

2 If this light flashes, refer to “Cruise control,” Section 1-7, 2007

buzzers,” Section 1-6, 2007 Owner’s Manual.

Owner’s Manual.

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Fuel tank door release and cap

Hood release

Driver seat

Store

Pull up

Turn

Pull

Pull up latch and raise hood

NOTE: Tighten until one click is heard. If the cap is not tightened enough, Check Engine “ ” indicator may illuminate. Trunk release

Engine maintenance

Driver seat

Pull up

Keyless entry (if equipped) Locking operation Push

Unlocking operation Push ONCE: Driver door

TWICE: All doors

NOTE: After unlocking, if a door is not opened within thirty (30) seconds, all doors will relock for safety. Alarm operation Push and hold

Power steering fluid reservoir Engine oil level dipstick Engine coolant reservoir Engine oil filler cap Windshield washer fluid tank

Note: Regularly scheduled maintenance, including

oil changes, will help extend the life of your vehicle and maintain performance. Please refer to the “Owner’s Warranty Information Booklet,” “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement.”

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Auto lock functions Automatic Transmission only Automatic door locks can be programmed to operate in 4 different modes.

-Doors lock when shifting from “Park.” -Auto lock function cancelled. -Doors lock when shifting from “Park,” and unlock when shifting into “Park.” -Doors lock when shifting from Park, and unlock when the ignition switch is turned to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details. Automatic Transmission (if equipped)

Park1
Reverse Neutral Drive Second gear First gear

Overdrive switch

1 The ignition switch must be ON and the brake

pedal depressed to shift from “Park.”

Downshifting increases power going uphill, or provides engine braking downhill. For best fuel economy during normal driving conditions, always drive with the shift lever in the “D” position. Overdrive switch To turn “ON” or “OFF” Depress the overdrive switch to choose either three-speed (“OFF”) or four- speed (“ON”) operation. During normal driving conditions, always drive with overdrive “ON;” this allows the transmission to shift automatically into four-speed operation at higher speeds, increasing fuel economy. If the indicator light on the instrument cluster is illuminated, overdrive is “OFF.” Turning off the engine will cause overdrive to return to the default “ON” setting.

Parking brake Set

Pull

Release

(1) Pull slightly

(2) Push

(3) Lower

Seat adjustments-Front

Position Height crank (driver side only) Seatback angle

Seat adjustments-Rear

Lock release knob

Fold down

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Seats-Head restraints Front

Rear

Lights & turn signals Headlights

Headlights

Parking lights

Lock release button

Tilt steering wheel

High beam

Angle

Low beam

Lock release lever

Hold wheel, push lever down, set angle, then return lever. Note: Do not attempt to adjust while the vehicle

is in motion.

Cruise control (if equipped) Turning system ON/OFF

System ON/OFF

Functions

Cancel1

Resume2/Increase speed

Set/Decrease speed

1 The set speed may also be cancelled by depressing

the brake pedal or the clutch pedal.

2 The set speed may be resumed once vehicle speed

exceeds 25 mph. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.

High beam flasher

Daytime Running Light system (DRL) Automatically turns on the headlights at a reduced intensity. Turn signals

Right turn

Lane change

Lane change

Left turn

Front fog lights (if equipped)

Turn

Front fog lights come on only when the headlights are on low beam.

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Windshield wiper & washer

Door locks-Power (if equipped)

Adjust interval

Single wipe

Lock

Unlock

Pull to wash and wipe

Interval wipe

Slow

Fast

Windows-Power (if equipped) Driver side

Up

Down

Windows lock switch

Up Down

Brightness control

Light control-Instrument panel

Full intensity position

Window operation Automatic down operation (Driver side only) Push the switch completely down and release to fully open. To stop window mid-way, lightly pull up the switch. Window lock switch Deactivates all passenger windows. Driver’s window remains operable.

Moonroof (if equipped) Sliding operation

Tilting operation

Open

Close

Close

Tilt

Cup holders Front

Rear

Power outlets Shifter area (12V)

Center console box (12V)

Recommended driving position to minimize wind noise

Designed for 12V car accessories. Key must be in the “ACC” or “ON” position to be used.

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Audio Type 1

Preset buttons - button functions in other modes indicated above number.

Eject CD

Push to turn ON/OFF

Push to adjust tone & balance

Seek station/ CD track select

Mode

Station/CD track scan

Type 2 additional functions

Load CD(s)

Station/CD track scan

View radio and CD text

Traffic information

View genre with RDS system

RADIO To preset stations Tune in the desired station and press and hold a preset button (1-6) until you hear a beep. Push desired preset button (1-6) to select. To scan stations Push “SCAN.” Push and hold to scan preset stations. Push again to hold selection.

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RDS (Radio Data System-FM only)(Type 2 only) -Push TYPE “ ” or “ ” to view current program genre. Push again within 6 seconds to select new genre. -Push “SEEK/TRACK” or “SCAN” to find same genre programs. -Push “TEXT” to receive information transmitted from radio stations.

CD PLAYER To scan tracks on a disc Push either side of “SCAN.” Push again to hold selection.

CD Changer (Type 2 only) -To load one disc Push “LOAD” and insert one disc. -To load multiple discs Push and hold “LOAD” until you hear a beep. Insert one disc. Wait until the green indicator illuminates and shutter opens to insert next disc.

Clock

H-Hour set M-Minute set

Air Conditioning (if equipped)/Heating

Air Conditioning ON/OFF Fresh or recirculate cabin air Rear defogger Temperature Fan speed Air flow vent In “ ” or “ ” mode, use fresh air (“ ” indicator “OFF”) to reduce window fogging.

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SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES

Doors-Child safety locks

Rear door

Moving the lever to “LOCK” will allow the door to be opened only from the outside. Seat belts

Take up slack

Too high

Keep as low on hips as possible

If belt is fully extended, then retracted even slightly, it cannot be re-extended beyond that point, unless fully retracted again. This feature is used to help hold child restraint systems securely. To find more information about seat belts, and how to install a child restraint system, refer to the Owner’s Manual. Tire Pressure Warning System reset (if equipped)

If tire pressure becomes critically low on any of the tires (excluding compact spare), indicator comes on. Pushing “SET” button should not turn off the light. Correctly adjusting tire inflation will turn off the light after a few minutes. After replacing tire or wheels, push and hold “SET” button until the indicator blinks 3 times.

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2007 Corolla

Seat belts-Shoulder belt anchor

Squeeze lock release to lower or raise

This Pocket Reference Guide is a summary of basic vehicle operations. It contains brief descriptions of fundamental operations so you can locate and use the vehicle’s main equipment quickly and easily.

The Pocket Reference Guide is not intended as a substitute for the Owner’s Manual located in the vehicle’s glove box. We strongly encourage you to review the Owner’s Manual and supplementary manuals so you will have a better understanding of the vehicle’s capabilities and limitations.

Your dealership and the entire staff of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. wish you many years of satisfied driving in your new Corolla.

! A word about safe vehicle operations This Pocket Reference Guide is not a full description Corolla operations. Every Corolla owner should review the Owner’s Manual that accompanies this vehicle.

Pay special attention to the boxed information highlighted in yellow throughout the Owner’s Manual. Each box contains safe operating instructions to help you avoid injury or equipment malfunction.

All information in this Pocket Reference Guide is current at the time of printing. Toyota reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice.

Spare tire & tools Tool location

Wheel nut wrench

Removing the spare tire

Jack handle Tool holder

Jack

Spare tire

Raise the luggage compartment floor panel. Remove the tool holder and tools. Loosen and remove bolt with spacer.

Refer to the Owner’s Manual for tire changing and jack positioning procedures.

Trunk-Internal release

Pull

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SECTION 2

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

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Break−in period Drive gently and avoid high speeds. Your vehicle does not need an elaborate break−in. But following a few simple tips for the first 1600 km (1000 miles) can add to the future economy and long life of your vehicle: (cid:1) Avoid full

throttle acceleration when

starting and driving.

(cid:1) Avoid racing the engine. (cid:1) Try to avoid hard stops during the first

300 km (200 miles).

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

transmission in a high gear.

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

single speed, either fast or slow.

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

km (500 miles).

Fuel FUEL TYPE Your new vehicle must use only un- leaded gasoline. To help prevent gas station mix−ups, your Toyota has a smaller fuel tank opening. The special nozzle on pumps with un- leaded fuel will fit it, but the larger stan- dard nozzle on pumps with leaded gas will not. the gasoline you use At a minimum, should meet specifications of ASTM D4814 in the U.S.A. and CGSB 3.5−M93
in Canada.

NOTICE

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

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

the recommended

fuel, or

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GASOLINE CONTAINING DETERGENT ADDITIVES Toyota recommends the use of gasoline that contains detergent additives to avoid build−up of engine deposits. However, all gasoline sold the U.S. contains detergent additives to keep clean and/or clean intake systems. QUALITY GASOLINE Automotive manufacturers in the U.S., Europe and Japan have developed a specification fuel named World−Wide Fuel Charter (WWFC) that is expected to be applied world wide. The WWFC consists of four categories that depend on required emission lev- els. In the U.S., category 4 has been adopted. The WWFC improves air quali- ty by providing for better emissions in vehicle fleets, and customer satisfaction through better vehicle performance.

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

If you use gasohol

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

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NOTICE

(cid:1) Do not use gasohol other than stated above. It will cause fuel sys- tem damage or vehicle performance problems.

(cid:1) If driveability problems occur (poor hot starting, vaporizing, engine knock, etc.), discontinue the use.

(cid:1) Take care not to spill gasohol dur- ing refueling. Gasohol may cause paint damage.

FUEL TANK CAPACITY

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

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Fuel pump shut off system The fuel pump shut off system stops sup- plying fuel to the engine to minimize the risk of fuel leakage when the engine stalls or an airbag inflates upon collision. To restart the engine after the fuel pump shut off system activates, ignition switch to “ACC” or “LOCK” once and start it.

turn

the

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

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CAUTION

Inspect the ground under the vehicle before restarting the engine. If you leaked onto the find that fuel has ground, fuel system has been damaged and is in need of repair. In this case, do not restart the engine.

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Three−way catalytic converters

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

CAUTION

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

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

NOTICE

A large amount of unburned gases flowing into the three−way catalytic converter may cause it to overheat and create a fire hazard. To prevent this and other damage, observe the following precautions: (cid:1) Use only unleaded gasoline. (cid:1) Do not drive with an extremely low fuel level; running out of fuel could cause the engine to misfire, creat- ing an excessive load on the three− way catalytic converter.

(cid:1) Do not allow the engine to run at idle speed for more than 20 min- utes.

(cid:1) Avoid racing the engine. (cid:1) Do not push−start or pull−start your

vehicle.

(cid:1) Do not turn off the ignition while

the vehicle is moving.

(cid:1) Keep your engine in good running order. Malfunctions in the engine electrical system, electronic ignition system/distributor ignition system or fuel system could cause an ex- tremely high three−way catalytic converter temperature.

(cid:1) If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently, take your vehicle in for a check−up as soon as possible. Remember, your Toyota dealer knows your vehicle and its three−way catalytic converter sys- tem best.

(cid:1) To ensure that the three−way cata- lytic converter and the entire emis- sion control system operate proper- ly, your vehicle must receive the periodic inspections required by the Toyota Maintenance Schedule. For scheduled maintenance information, refer to the “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supple- ment”.

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(cid:1) Keep

the

trunk

lid closed while driving. An open or unsealed trunk lid may cause exhaust gases to be drawn into the vehicle.

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

(cid:1) If you smell exhaust fumes in the vehicle, open the windows and close the trunk lid to ensure plenty of fresh air enters the vehicle. If you can smell exhaust fumes even though there are no other vehicles in the surrounding area, have your vehicle checked by your Toyota dealer. Continued inhalation of ex- haust fumes can lead to death by gas poisoning.

Engine exhaust cautions

CAUTION

(cid:1) Avoid inhaling the engine exhaust. It contains carbon monoxide, which is a colorless and odorless gas. It can cause unconsciousness or even death.

(cid:1) Make sure the exhaust system has no holes or loose connections. The system should be checked from time to time. If you hit something, or notice a change in the sound of the the system exhaust, have checked immediately.

(cid:1) Do not run the engine in a garage or enclosed area except the time needed to drive the vehicle in or out. The exhaust gases cannot escape, making this a particularly dangerous situation.

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(cid:1) 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.

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Facts about engine oil consumption FUNCTIONS OF ENGINE OIL Engine oil has the primary functions of lubricating and cooling the inside of the engine, and plays a major role in main- taining the engine in proper working order. ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION It is normal that an engine should con- sume some engine oil during normal engine operation. The causes of oil consumption in a normal engine are as follows. (cid:1) Oil is used to lubricate pistons, piston rings and cylinders. A thin film of oil is left on the cylinder wall when a pis- ton 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 temperature combustion gases during the combustion process. (cid:1) Oil is also used to lubricate the stems of the intake valves. Some of this oil is sucked into the combustion chamber together with is burned along with the fuel. High tem- perature exhaust gases also burn the oil used to lubricate the exhaust valve stems.

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Iridium−tipped spark plugs

The amount of engine oil consumed de- pends 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. Oil consumption: Max. 1.0 L per 1000
km (1.1 qt./600 miles, 0.9 Imp. qt./600
miles) When judging the amount of oil con- sumption, note that the oil may become diluted and make it difficult to judge the true level accurately. As an example, if a vehicle is used for repeated 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 appear that the oil level has not changed.

The diluting ingredients evaporate out when the vehicle is then driven at high speeds, as on an express way, making it appear that oil is excessively consumed after driving at high speeds. IMPORTANCE OF ENGINE OIL LEVEL CHECK One of the most important points in prop- er vehicle maintenance is to keep the en- gine oil at the optimum level so that oil function will not be impaired. Therefore, it is essential that the oil level be checked regularly. Toyota recommends that the oil level be checked every time you refuel the vehicle.

Your engine is fitted with iridium−tipped spark plugs.

NOTICE

NOTICE

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

Use only iridium−tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust gaps for engine perfor- mance or smooth driveability.

For detailed information on oil level check, see “Checking level” on page 254 in Section 7−2.

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Brake system The tandem master cylinder brake system is a hydraulic system with two separate sub−systems. If either sub−system should fail, the other will still work. However, the pedal will be harder to press, and your stopping distance will increase. 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.

the brakes.

BRAKE BOOSTER The brake booster uses engine vacuum to power−assist the engine should quit while you are driving, you can bring the vehicle to a stop with normal pedal pressure. There is enough reserved vacuum two stops—but no more!

for one or

If

CAUTION

(cid:1) Do not pump the brake pedal if the engine stalls. Each push on the pedal uses up your reserved vacu- um.

lost,

(cid:1) Even if the power assist

is com- pletely the brakes will still work. But you will have to push the pedal hard, much harder than nor- mal. And your braking distance will increase.

(with

ANTI−LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM “ABS” warning light) The anti−lock brake system is designed to help prevent lock−up of the wheels during a sudden braking or braking on slippery road surfaces. This assists in providing directional stability and steer- ing performance of the vehicle under these circumstances.

this situation,

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 the anti−lock brake system work for you, just hold the brake pedal down more firmly. Do not pump the brake in a panic stop. This will result in reduced braking performan- ce.

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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). the brake pedal on slippery Depressing road surfaces such as on a manhole cov- er, a steel plate at a construction site, joints in a bridge, etc. on a rainy day tends to activate the anti−lock brake sys- tem.

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You may hear a click or motor sound in the engine compartment for a few seconds when the engine is started or just after the vehicle begins to move. This means that the anti−lock brake system is in the self−check mode, and does not indicate a malfunction. When the anti−lock brake system is ac- tivated, the following conditions may occur. They do not indicate a malfunc- tion of the system: (cid:1) You may hear the anti−lock brake sys- tem operating and feel the brake pedal pulsating and the vibrations of the ve- hicle body and steering wheel. You may also hear the motor sound in the engine compartment even after the ve- hicle is stopped.

(cid:1) At the end of the anti−lock brake sys- the brake pedal may

tem activation, move a little forward.

CAUTION

Do not overestimate the anti−lock brake system: Although the anti−lock brake system assists in providing ve- hicle control, it is still important to drive with all due care and maintain a moderate speed and safe distance from the vehicle in front of you, be- cause there are limits to the vehicle stability and effectiveness of steering wheel operation even with the anti− lock brake system on. If tire grip performance exceeds its capability, or if hydroplaning occurs during high speed driving in the rain, the anti−lock brake system does not provide vehicle control.

the vehicle

Anti−lock brake system is not de- signed to shorten the stopping dis- tance: Always drive at a moderate speed and maintain a safe distance from front of you. Compared with vehicles without an anti−lock brake system, your vehicle may require a longer stopping dis- tance in the following cases: (cid:1) Driving on rough, gravel or snow−

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covered roads.

(cid:1) Driving with tire chains installed. (cid:1) Driving over the steps such as the

joints on the road.

(cid:1) Driving on roads where the road surface is pitted or has other differ- ences in surface height.

Install all 4 tires of specified size at appropriate pressure: The anti−lock brake system detects vehicle speeds using the speed sensors for respec- tive wheels’ turning speeds. The use of tires other than specified may fail to detect the accurate turning speed resulting longer stopping dis- tance.

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“ABS” warning light (vehicles without vehicle stability control system) The light comes on when the ignition key is turned to the “ON” position. If the anti− lock brake system works properly, the light turns off after a few seconds. There- after, if the system malfunctions, the light comes on again. When the “ABS” warning light is on (and the brake system warning light is off), the anti−lock brake system does not operate, but the brake system still operates con- ventionally. When the “ABS” warning light is on (and the brake system warning light is off), the anti−lock brake system does not operate so that the wheels could lock up during a sudden braking or braking on slippery road surfaces. the following conditions If either of indicates a malfunction occurs, this the components moni- somewhere tored by the warning light system. Con- tact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle. (cid:1) The light does not come on when the ignition key is turned to the “ON” posi- tion, or remains on.

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few seconds. Thereafter,

A warning light turning on briefly during operation does not indicate a problem. “ABS” warning light (vehicles with ve- hicle stability control system) The light comes on when the ignition key is turned to the “ON” position. If the anti− lock brake system and the brake assist system work properly, the light turns off after a the system malfunctions, the light comes on again. When the “ABS” warning light is on (and the brake system warning light is off), the anti−lock brake system, the brake assist system, the traction control system and the vehicle stability control system do not operate, but the brake system still oper- ates conventionally. When the “ABS” warning light is on (and the brake system warning light is off), the anti−lock brake system does not operate so that the wheels could lock up during a sudden braking or braking on slippery road surfaces.

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Brake pad wear limit indicators

If either of the following conditions oc- curs, this indicates a malfunction some- where in the components monitored by the warning light system. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle. (cid:1) The light does not come on when the ignition key is turned to the “ON” posi- tion, or remains on.

(cid:1) The light comes on while you are driv-

ing.

A warning light turning on briefly during operation does not indicate a problem.

CAUTION

If the “ABS” warning light remains on together with the brake system warn- ing light, immediately stop your ve- hicle at a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer. In this case, not only the anti−lock brake system will fail but also the vehicle will become extremely unsta- ble during braking.

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the brakes on,

BRAKE ASSIST SYSTEM (vehicles with vehicle stability control system) the When you slam brake assist system judges as an emer- gency stop and provides more powerful braking for a driver who cannot hold down the brake pedal firmly. When you slam the brakes on, more pow- erful braking will be applied. At this time, you may hear a sound the engine compartment and feel the vibrations of the brake pedal. This does not indicate a mal- function. The brake assist system becomes opera- tive 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). For an explanation of this system’s warn- ing light, see “Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers” on page 102 in Sec- tion 1−6.

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.

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Your Toyota’s identification— —Vehicle identification number

—Engine number

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

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

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

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Suspension and chassis

CAUTION

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

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Theft prevention labels (except for Canada) Your new vehicle carries theft preven- tion labels which are approximately 47
mm (1.85 in.) by 12 mm (0.47 in.). The purpose of these labels is to reduce the incidence of vehicle thefts by facilitat- ing the tracing and recovery of parts from stolen vehicles. The label is designed so that once it is applied to a surface, any attempt to remove it will result in destroy- ing 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 vio- late certain state or federal laws.

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Tire information— —Tire symbols (standard tire)

This illustration indicates typical tire symbols. 1. Tire size—For details, see “—Tire

size” on page 188.

2. DOT and Tire

Identification Number (TIN)—For details, see “—DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN)” on page 187.

3. Uniform tire quality grading— For details, see “Uniform tire quali- ty grading” that follows.

4. The location of the tread wear indicators—For see “Checking and replacing tires” on page 261.

details,

5. Tire ply composition and mate- rials—Plies mean a layer of rub- ber−coated parallel cords. Cords mean the strands forming the plies in the tire.

6. Radial tire or bias−ply tires—A radial tire has “RADIAL” on the sidewall. The tire not marked with “RADIAL” is a bias−ply tire.

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“TUBE TYPE”—A tubeless tire does not have a tube inside the tire and air is directly filled in the tire. A tube type tire has a tube inside the tire and the tube maintains the air pressure.

8. Load limit at maximum cold tire inflation pressure—For details, see “Vehicle load limits” on page 194 and “Checking and replacing tires” on page 261.

9. Maximum cold

tire

tire

cold

inflation pressure—This means the pres- sure to which a tire may be in- flated. For details about recom- mended inflation pressure, see “Tires” on page 284. tire or all season tire—An all season tire has “M+S” on tire not marked with “M+S” is a summer tire. For details, see “Types of tires” on page 197.

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—Tire symbols (compact spare tire)

This illustration indicates typical tire symbols. 1. “TEMPORARY USE ONLY”—A compact spare tire is identified by the phrase “TEMPORARY USE ONLY” molded into its sidewall. This tire is designed for temporary emergency use only. For details,