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The air conditioning filter prevents dust from entering the vehicle through the air conditioning vent.

The air conditioning filter is behind the glove box.

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—Checking and replacing the air conditioning filter The air conditioning filter may clog af- ter long use. The filter may need to be replaced if the air flow of the air condi- tioning and heater experiences extreme reductions in operating efficiency, or if the windows begin to fog up easily in FRESH mode. To maintain the air conditioning efficiency, inspect and replace the air conditioning filter according to the maintenance sched- ule. (For scheduled maintenance informa- tion, please refer to the “Scheduled Main- tenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”.)

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1. Open

the glove box. Remove

the screw with a Phillips−head screw- driver and slide off the damper as shown.

2. Push in each side of the glove box

to disconnect the claws.

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3. Remove the filter cover while push-

ing in both ends of the cover.

4. Pull the filter out of the filter outlet.

Inspect the filter on the surface.

When inserting the filter in the filter outlet, keep the arrow pointing up.

If it is dirty, it should be replaced.

INFORMATION

The air filter should be installed prop- erly in position. The use of air condi- tioning with the air filter removed may cause deteriorated dustproof per- formance and then affect air condi- tioning performance.

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SECTION 7− 1

DO−IT−YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Introduction Engine compartment overview Fuse locations Do−it−yourself service precautions Positioning the jack Parts and tools

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Engine compartment overview

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1. Power steering fluid reservoir 2. Engine oil level dipstick 3. Engine coolant reservoir 4. Engine oil filler cap 5. Brake fluid reservoir 6. Fuse block 7. Battery 8. Radiator 9. Electric cooling fan 10. Condenser 11. Windshield washer fluid tank

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Fuse locations

Spare fuses

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Do−it−yourself service precautions If you perform maintenance by yourself, be sure to follow the correct procedure given in this Section. 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 Section gives for those items that are relatively easy for an owner to perform. As explained in Section 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” on page 250 in this Section. 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:

instructions only

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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

leave anything

that may burn easily, such as paper or rags, in the engine compartment.

(cid:1) Do not smoke, cause sparks or al- low open flames around fuel or the battery. Their fumes are flammable. (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.

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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.

(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

(cid:1) Be extremely cautious when work- ing on the battery. It contains poi- sonous and corrosive sulfuric acid.

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 “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or similar high quality eth- ylene glycol based non−silicate, non−amine, non−nitrite, and non−bo- rate coolant with long−life hybrid organic acid technology to fill the radiator. “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mixture of 50% cool- ant and 50% deionized water (for the U.S.A.) or 55% coolant and 45% deionized water (for Canada).

(cid:1) If you spill some of the coolant, be sure to wash it off with water to prevent it from damaging the parts or paint.

(cid:1) Do not allow dirt or anything else to fall through the spark plugholes.

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Positioning the jack

(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.

(cid:1) Do not reuse iridium−tipped spark

plugs by cleaning or regapping.

(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.

Front

Rear

When jacking up your vehicle with the jack, position jack correctly as shown in the illustrations.

the

CAUTION

When jacking, be sure to observe the following to reduce the possibility of personal injury: (cid:1) Follow jacking instructions. (cid:1) Do not put any part of your body under the vehicle supported by the jack. Personal injury may occur.

(cid:1) Do not start or run the engine while is supported by the

your vehicle jack.

(cid:1) Stop the vehicle on a

the transmission

level firm ground, firmly set the parking brake in “P” and put (automatic) or (manual). Block the wheels on the opposite side of the jack up point if neces- sary.

reverse

(cid:1) Make sure to set the jack properly in the jack point. Raising the ve- hicle with improperly posi- tioned will damage the vehicle or may allow the vehicle to fall off the jack and cause personal injury.

jack

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(cid:1) Never get under the vehicle when the vehicle is supported by the jack alone; use vehicle support stands. (cid:1) Do not raise the vehicle with some-

one in the vehicle.

(cid:1) When raising the vehicle, do not place any objects on top of or un- derneath the jack.

NOTICE

Make sure to place the jack correctly, or your vehicle may be damaged.

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Parts and tools Here is a list of parts and tools you will need to perform 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) “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equiva-

lent See page 254 in Section 7−2 for de- tails about engine oil selection.

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 Super Long Life Coolant” or similar high quality ethylene glycol based non−silicate, non−amine, non−ni- trite, and non−borate coolant with long− life hybrid organic acid technology. “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mixture of 50% coolant and 50% deion- ized water (for the U.S.A.) or 55% coolant and 45% deionized water (for Canada).

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) CHECKING POWER STEERING FLUID Parts (if level is low): (cid:1) Automatic

transmission

fluid

DEXRON(cid:2)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

terminal

clamp bolts)

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CHECKING AND REPLACING FUSES Parts (if replacement is necessary): (cid:1) Fuse with same amperage rating as

original

ADDING WASHER FLUID Parts: (cid:1) Water (cid:1) Washer fluid containing antifreeze (for

winter use)

Tools: (cid:1) Funnel REPLACING LIGHT BULBS Parts: (cid:1) Bulb with same number and wattage rating as original (See charts in “Re- placing in Section 7−3.)

light bulbs” on page 272

Tools: (cid:1) Screwdriver

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SECTION 7− 2

DO−IT−YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Engine and Chassis Checking the engine oil level Checking the engine coolant level Checking the radiator and condenser Checking brake fluid Checking power steering fluid Checking tire inflation pressure Checking and replacing tires Rotating tires Installing snow tires and chains Replacing wheels Aluminum wheel precautions

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Checking the engine oil level

Low level

Full level

NOTICE

Be careful not to drop engine oil on the vehicle components.

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 correct reading, the vehicle should be on level ground. After turning off the engine, wait a few minutes for the oil to drain back into the bottom of the engine.

2. Pull the dipstick out, hold a rag under

the end and wipe it clean.

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 the

level while holding a rag under 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. We recommend that you use a funnel when adding oil. The approximate quantity of oil needed to raise the level between low and full on the dipstick is indicated as follows: 1.5 L (1.6 qt., 1.3 Imp. qt.)

For the engine oil capacity, see “Service specifications” on page 281 in Section 8. When the level reaches within the correct range, install the filler cap hand−tight.

NOTICE

(cid:1) Be careful not to spill engine oil on

the vehicle components.

(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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ENGINE OIL SELECTION “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” in your Toyota vehicle. Use Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent to grade and viscosity. Oil grade:

following

is used

satisfy

the

ILSAC multigrade engine oil

Recommended viscosity:

SAE 5W−30

Outside temperature

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SAE 5W−30 is the best choice for good fuel economy, and good starting in cold weather. If SAE 5W−30 oil is not available, SAE 10W−30 oil may be used. However, it should be replaced with SAE 5W−30 at the next oil change.

Oil identification mark The ILSAC (International Lubricant Stan- dardization and Approval Committee) Certi- fication Mark is added to some oil con- tainers the oil you should use.

to help you select

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(For

the coolant

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 the coolant. type, see “Coolant type selection” described be- low.) 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. 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

is a

hybrid

organic

long−life

improper coolants may damage

Coolant type selection Use of your engine cooling system. Only use “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or similar high quality ethylene glycol based non−silicate, non−amine, non−nitrite, and non−borate coolant with long−life technology. (Coolant hybrid organic acid acid with technology low phosphates and organic acids.) For the U.S.A.—“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mixture of 50% coolant and 50% deionized water. This coolant pro- vides protection down to about −35(cid:2)C (−31(cid:2)F). For Canada—“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mixture of 55% coolant and 45% deionized water. This coolant pro- vides protection down to about −42(cid:2)C (−44(cid:2)F).

combination of

CAUTION

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

NOTICE

Do not use plain water alone.

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To ensure excellent lubrication perfor- mance for your engine, “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is available, which has been specifically for all Toyota engines. Please contact your Toyota dealer for fur- ther details about “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil”.

tested and approved

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Checking the radiator and condenser If any of the above parts are extremely dirty or you are not sure of their condi- tion, take your vehicle to a Toyota dealer.

CAUTION

To prevent burning yourself, be care- ful not to touch the radiator or con- denser when the engine is hot.

NOTICE

To prevent damage to the radiator and condenser, do not perform the work by yourself.

Checking brake fluid

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.

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Toyota recommends “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”, which has been tested to ensure that it will not cause corrosion nor result in malfunction of your engine coolant system with proper usage. “Toyota formulated Super Long Life Coolant” with acid technology and has been specifically designed to avoid engine cooling system malfunction on Toyota vehicles. Please contact your Toyota dealer further details.

is organic

long−life

hybrid

for

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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 cap by hand. Fill the brake fluid to the dotted line. This brings the fluid to the correct level when you put the cap back on. Use only newly opened brake fluid. Once opened, brake fluid absorbs moisture from the air, and excess moisture can cause a dangerous loss of braking.

Checking power steering fluid

If cold O.K.

Close

Open

If hot O.K.

If hot add

CAUTION

If cold add

III.

Check the fluid level through the reser- voir. If necessary, add automatic trans- mission fluid DEXRON(cid:3) II or 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:2)C—80(cid:2)C or 140(cid:2)F—175(cid:2)F). You may also check the level when the fluid is temperature, 10(cid:2)C—30(cid:2)C or 50(cid:2)F—85(cid:2)F) if the engine has not been run for about five hours.

(about

room

cold

Take care when filling the reservoir because brake fluid can harm your hands or eyes. If fluid gets on your hands or in your eyes, flush the af- fected area with clean water immedi- ately. If you still feel uncomfortable with your hands or eyes, go to the doctor.

NOTICE

If you spill some of the fluid, be sure to wipe it off to prevent it from dam- aging the parts or paintwork.

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Clean all dirt from the outside of the res- ervoir 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:3) II or III to bring the level within the range. To remove the reservoir cap, turn it coun- terclockwise and it, turn it clockwise. After replacing the reser- voir cap, visually check the steering box case, vane pump and hose connections for leaks or damage.

lift up. To reinstall

transmission

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.

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Checking tire inflation pressure

Keep your tire inflation pressures at the proper level. The recommended cold tire inflation pressures, tire sizes and the com- bined weight of occupants and cargo (vehicle capacity weight) are de- scribed on page 280 and 284. They are also on the tire and loading infor- mation label. You should check the tire inflation pressure every two weeks, or at least once a month. And do not forget the spare!

should

pressure

following

instructions

The for checking tire inflation pressure should be observed: (cid:1) The

be checked only when the tires are cold. If your vehicle has been parked for at least 3 hours and has not been driven for more than 1.5
km or 1 mile since, you will get an accurate cold tire inflation pres- sure reading.

(cid:1) Always use a tire pressure gauge. The appearance of a tire can be misleading. Besides, tire inflation pressures that are even just a few pounds off can degrade ride and handling.

(cid:1) Take special care when adding air to the compact spare tire. The smaller tire size can gain pressure very quickly. Add com- pressed air in small quantities and check the pressure often until it reaches the specified pressure.

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(cid:1) Do not bleed or reduce tire inflation pressure after driving. It is normal for the tire inflation pressure to be higher after driving. (cid:1) Never exceed the vehicle capac- ity weight. Passenger and lug- gage weight should be located so that the vehicle is balanced.

Tire pressure gauge

INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE 1. Remove the tire valve cap. 2. Press the tip of the tire pressure

gauge to the tire valve.

3. Read the pressure using the grad-

uations of the gauge.

4. In case the tire inflation pressure is not within the prescribed range, insert the compressed air from the valve. In case of applying too much air, press the center of the valve and release the air to adjust.

5. After completing the tire inflation pressure measurement and ad- justment, apply soapy water to the valve and check for leakage.

6. Install the tire valve cap. If a gauge and air pump are not avail- able, have your vehicle checked by your Toyota dealer.

CAUTION

Be sure to reinstall the tire 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 pos- sible.

Incorrect tire inflation pressure may waste fuel, reduce the comfort of driv- ing, reduce tire life and make your ve- hicle less safe to drive. If a tire frequently needs refilling, have it checked by your Toyota deal- er.

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CAUTION

Keep your tires properly inflated. Otherwise, the following condi- tions may occur and cause an ac- cident resulting in death or seri- ous injuries. Low tire pressure (underinfla- tion)— (cid:1) Excessive wear (cid:1) Uneven wear (cid:1) Poor handling (cid:1) Possibility of blowouts from an

overheated tire

(cid:1) Poor sealing of the tire bead (cid:1) Wheel deformation and/or tire

separation

(cid:1) A greater possibility of tire

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Checking and replacing tires

Tread wear indicator

High tire pressure (overinfla- tion)— (cid:1) Poor handling (cid:1) Excessive wear (cid:1) Uneven wear (cid:1) A greater possibility of tire

damage from road hazards

CHECKING YOUR TIRES Check the tire’s tread for tread wear indicators. If the indicators show, replace the tires. The loca- tion of tread wear indicators is shown by the “TWI” or “D ” marks, etc., molded on the sidewall of each tire.

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The tires on your Toyota have built−in tread wear indicators to help you know when the tires need replace- ment. When the tread depth wears to 1.6 mm (0.06 in.) or less, the indica- tors will appear. If you can see the indicators in two or more adjacent grooves, the tire should be replaced. The lower the tread, the higher the risk of skidding. The effectiveness of snow tires is lost if the tread wears down below 4 mm (0.16 in.). If you have tire damage such as cuts, splits, cracks deep enough to expose the fabric, or bulges indi- cating internal damage, the tire should be replaced. If a tire often goes flat or cannot be properly repaired due to the size or location of a cut or other damage, it should be replaced. If you are not sure, consult with your Toyota dealer. If air loss occurs while driving, do not continue driving. Driving even a short distance can damage a tire beyond repair.

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Any tires which are over 6 years old must be checked by a qualified technician even if damage is not obvious. Tires deteriorate with age even if they 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 a tire of the same size and construction, and the same or greater maximum load as the originally installed tires. Using any other size or type of tire may seriously affect handling, ride, speedometer/odometer calibration, ground clearance, and clearance be- tween the body and tires or snow chains. Check that the maximum load of the replaced tire is greater than 1/2 of the Gross Axle Weight Ratings (GAWR) of either the front axle or the rear axle, whichever is greater. As for the maximum load of the tire, see the load limit at maximum cold tire inflation pressure mentioned on the sidewall of the tire, and as for the Gross Axle Weight Ratings (GAWR), see the Cer- tification Label. For details about the side wall of the tire and the Certification Label, see pages 182 and 184.

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Rotating tires

CAUTION

Observe the following instruc- tions. Otherwise, an accident may occur resulting in death or serious injuries. (cid:1) Do not mix radial, bias belted, or bias−ply tires on your ve- hicle, as this may cause dan- gerous handling characteris- tics resulting in loss of control. (cid:1) Do not use tires other than the manufacturer’s recommended size, as this may cause danger- ous handling characteristics resulting in loss of control.

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” on page 217 for tire change procedure. When a tire is replaced, the wheel should always be balanced. An unbalanced wheel may affect ve- hicle 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. Initial adjustment of the tire pres- sure warning system is necessary after you have rotated your tires. See “Tire pressure warning sys- tem” on page 124 in Section 1−7.

To equalize the wear and help ex- tend tire life, Toyota recommends that you rotate your tires accord- ing to the maintenance schedule. (For scheduled maintenance infor- mation, please refer to the “Sched- uled Maintenance Guide” or “Own- er’s Supplement”.) However, the most appropriate tim- ing for tire rotation may vary ac- cording to your driving habits and road surface conditions. See “If you have a flat tire” on page 217 in Section 4 for tire change proce- dure.

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When rotating tires, check for uneven wear and damage. Abnormal wear is usually caused by incorrect tire pres- sure, improper wheel alignment, out− of−balance wheels, or severe braking.

CAUTION

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

Initial adjustment of the tire pres- sure warning system is necessary after you have rotated your tires. See “Tire pressure warning sys- tem” on page 124 in Section 1−7.

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 tires of the same size, construction and load capacity as the originally installed tires. Do not use tires other than those men- tioned above. Do not install studded tires without first checking local regulations for possible restrictions.

CAUTION

Do not use snow tires other than the manufacturer’s recommended size, as this may cause dangerous handling characteristics resulting loss of control. Otherwise, an accident may occur resulting in death or serious injuries.

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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.

CAUTION

(cid:1) Do not drive with the snow tires

incorrectly inflated.

(cid:1) Never drive over 120 km/h (75 mph)

with any type of snow tires.

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CAUTION

(cid:1) Do not exceed 50 km/h (30 mph) or recom- is

the chain manufacturer’s mended speed lower.

limit, whichever

(cid:1) Drive carefully avoiding bumps, holes, and sharp turns, which may cause the vehicle to bounce.

(cid:1) Avoid sharp turns or locked−wheel braking, as use of chains may ad- versely affect vehicle handling.

(cid:1) When driving with chains installed, to drive carefully. Slow be sure down before entering curves to avoid losing control of the vehicle. Otherwise an accident may occur.

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 a damaged wheel, the tire may slip off the wheel or 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 tire, 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.

CAUTION

Do not use wheels other than the manufacturer’s recommended size, as this may cause dangerous handling characteristics resulting loss of control. Otherwise, an accident may occur resulting in death or serious injuries.

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Initial adjustment of the tire pressure warning system is necessary after you have replaced your wheels. See “Tire pressure warning system” on page 124
in Section 1−7.

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Aluminum wheel precautions (cid:1) When aluminum wheels, check tight after driving your vehicle the first 1600
km (1000 miles).

the wheel nuts are

installing that

repaired, or (cid:1) If you have changed your the wheel nuts are still tight after driving 1600 km (1000 miles).

rotated, tires, check

that

(cid:1) When using tire chains, be careful not

to damage the aluminum wheels.

(cid:1) Use only Toyota wheel nuts and for your aluminum

wrench designed wheels.

(cid:1) When balancing your wheels, use only Toyota balance weights or equivalent and a plastic or rubber hammer.

(cid:1) As with any wheel, periodically check your aluminum wheels for damage. If damaged, replace immediately.

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SECTION 7− 3

DO−IT−YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Electrical components Checking battery condition Battery recharging precautions Checking and replacing fuses Adding washer fluid Replacing light bulbs

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Checking battery condition— —Precautions

CAUTION

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

tery with tools.

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

the battery.

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

clothes.

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

working near the battery.

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

tery.

(cid:1) If electrolyte gets on your skin, thoroughly wash the contact area. If you feel pain or burning, get 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 accidentally swallow electro- lyte, drink a large quantity of water or milk. Follow with milk of magne- sia, beaten raw egg or vegetable oil. Then go immediately for emer- gency help.

EMERGENCY MEASURES (cid:1) If electrolyte gets

in your eyes, flush your eyes with clean water 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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—Checking battery exterior

Terminals

Ground cable

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.

b. If the terminal connections are loose, their clamp nuts—but do not

tighten overtighten.

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 condition

NOTICE

Type A

(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.

Green

Dark

Clear or light yellow

Type B

Blue

White

Red

CHECKING BY INDICATOR Check the battery condition by the indi- cator color.

Indicator color

Type A

Type B

Green

Blue

Dark

White

Condition Condition

Good

Charging necessary. 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 (5 A or less). Charging at a quicker rate is dangerous. The battery may ex- plode, causing personal injuries.

NOTICE

Clear or

light yellow

Red

Have battery checked by your Toyota dealer.

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

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Checking and replacing fuses

Type A

Good

Blown

Type B

Good

Blown

Type C

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” on page 247 in Sec- tion 7−1 for locations of the fuses. Turn the ignition switch and inoperative component off. Pull the 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 page 284 in Section 8 for the functions controlled by each circuit.

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 “A/C” or “P/POINT” be dispensable for normal driving, and use it if its amperage rating is the same. If you cannot use one of the same amper- age, use one that is lower, but as close to the rating as possible. 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,

which

lower

fuse,

than

may

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Adding washer fluid

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.

You may use plain water as washer fluid. However, in cold areas where tempera- tures range below the freezing point, use washer fluid containing antifreeze. This product is available at your Toyota dealer and most auto parts stores. Follow the manufacturer’s directions for how much to mix with water.

NOTICE

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

level

For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.—If any washer does not work, the washer tank may be empty. Check the washer fluid level on the level gauge. If the washer fluid is at “LOW”, add washer fluid. For vehicles sold in Canada—If any washer does not work or the low wind- shield washer fluid level warning light comes on, the washer tank may be empty. Add washer fluid.

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The inside of the lens of exterior lights such as headlights may temporarily fog up when the lens becomes wet in the rain or in a car wash. This is not a problem because the is caused by fogging temperature difference between the outside and the windshield fogs up in the rain. However, if there large drop of water on the inside of the lens, or if there is water pooled light, contact your Toyota dealer.

inside of

inside

lens,

is a

just

like

the

the

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. Vehicles with spoiler—The high mounted stoplight consists of a number of LEDs. If any of the LEDs burn out, take your vehicle to your Toyota dealer to have the light replaced.

rear

CAUTION

(cid:1) To prevent burning yourself, do not replace the light bulbs while they are hot.

(cid:1) 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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Light bulbs

Headlights (high beam) Headlights (low beam) Parking/front side marker/front turn signal lights

W Type

Bulb No.

9005

9006

65

55

3157A 27/8

Front fog lights

9006

55

Rear side marker and stop/tail lights Rear turn signal lights Back−up lights

High mounted stoplight License plate lights

Interior light

3157

27/8

3157A 27/8

921

921

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—

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Bulb No.

W Type

Personal light (on the switch panel of the electric moon roof)

Personal lights (on the inside rear view mirror without compass)

Trunk light Type A* 1
Type B* 2

—

10

192

4.3

168
—

4.9
3.8

A: HB3 halogen bulbs B: HB4 halogen bulbs C: Wedge base bulbs (amber) D: Wedge base bulbs (clear) E: Double end bulbs F: Single end bulbs * 1: Except for ZZE130L−AEPDKA and * 2: For ZZE130L−AEPDKA and −AEPNKA

−AEPNKA models

models

The model code appears on the Certifica- tion Label with the heading “MODEL”. See “Your Toyota’s identification” on page 182
in Section 2 the Certification Label location.

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—Headlights

Removing clip

1. Open the hood.

LEFT−HAND HEADLIGHT: Remove the clip and move the air cleaner duct as shown in the illustration.

Remove and install the clip as shown in the following illustrations.

Installing clip

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High beam (inside)

Low beam (outside)

2. Turn the bulb base counterclockwise to the front of the vehicle as shown.

3. Unplug the connector. If the connector is tight, wiggle it.

4. Install a new bulb and connector

into the mounting hole.

Aiming is not necessary after replacing the bulb. When aiming adjustment is nec- essary, contact your Toyota dealer.

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—Parking/front side marker/front turn signal lights

—Front fog lights

1. Turn the bulb base counterclockwise

and remove it.

If the connector is tight, wiggle it.

2. Pull the bulb out of the base. Install

a new bulb.

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—Rear side marker, stop/tail and rear turn signal lights

3. Install the bulb base into the mount-

ing hole by turning it clockwise.

a: Rear side marker and stop/tail lights b: Rear turn signal light

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—Back−up lights

—High mounted stoplight

Use a flathead screwdriver or equivalent.

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—License plate lights If either of lights burns out, contact your Toyota dealer.

license plate

the

NOTICE

Do not try to replace the license plate light bulbs by yourself. You may dam- age the vehicle.

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SECTION 1− 10

OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Other equipment Clock Cigarette lighter and portable ashtray Power outlets Compass Glove box Auxiliary boxes Rear console box Cup holders Floor mat

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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160
161
162
166
166
167
168
168

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Clock

Cigarette lighter and portable ashtray

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

instrument panel

the

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

PORTABLE ASHTRAY The ashtray can be removed and used outside the vehicle. To use the ashtray, raise the lid. 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 lid completely. To detach the ashtray, raise the lid.

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CAUTION

To reduce the chance of in case of an accident or sudden stop while driving, always completely close the ashtray after use.

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Power outlets

Instrument panel

Rear console box

The power outlets are designed power supply for car accessories. The key must be in the “ACC” or “ON” position for the power outlet to be used.

for

NOTICE

(cid:1) To prevent the fuse from being blown, do not use the electricity over the total vehicle capacity of 12
V/120W.

(cid:1) To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not use the power outlets longer than necessary when the engine is not running.

(cid:1) Close the power outlet lids when the power outlets are not in use. Inserting anything other than an ap- propriate plug that fits the outlet, or allowing any liquid to get into the outlet may cause electrical fail- ure or short circuits.

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The direction is indicated on the inside rear view mirror. If the ignition switch was turned off with the system on, the system will automati- cally turn back on when the ignition switch is turned on. To turn on the compass, push and hold ” switch until the display turns the “ on. To turn off the compass, push and hold ” switch until the display turns the “ off.

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indicates

the vehicle

the direction The compass that the above case, it shows that the vehicle is heading north.

is heading.

In

Displays

NE SE SW NW

Directions

North

Northeast

East

Southeast

South

Southwest

West

Northwest

The compass may not show the correct direction in the following conditions: (cid:1) The vehicle is stopped immediately af-

ter turning.

(cid:1) The compass does not adjust while the

vehicle is stopped.

(cid:1) The ignition switch is turned off imme-

diately after turning.

(cid:1) The vehicle is on an inclined surface.

(cid:1) The vehicle is in a place where the earth’s magnetic field is subject to in- terference by artificial magnetic fields (underground parking, under a steel tower, between buildings, roof parking, near a crossing, near a large vehicle, etc.).

(cid:1) The vehicle is magnetized. (There is a magnet or a metal object on or near the inside rear view mirror.)