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cruise control is being used, even if you downshift the transmission by pushing and releasing the overdrive switch, engine braking will not be enabled because the cruise control is not cancelled. For ways to decrease the vehicle speed, see “Cruise control” on page 133 in this Section.

CAUTION

Be careful when downshifting on a slippery shifting could cause the vehicle to skid or spin.

surface. Abrupt

(e) Using “2” and “L” positions The “2” and “L” positions are used for strong engine braking as described pre- viously. With the selector lever in “2” or “L”, you can start the vehicle in motion as with the lever in “D”. With the selector lever in “2”, the vehicle will start in first gear and automatically shift to second gear. With the selector lever in “L”, the trans- mission is engaged in first gear.

NOTICE

(cid:1) Be careful not to over−rev the en- gine. Watch the tachometer to keep engine rpm from going into the red zone. The approximate maximum al- lowable speed for each position is given below for your reference:

“2” “L”

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

110 km/h (68 mph) 60 km/h (37 mph)

(cid:1) Do not continue hill climbing or hard towing for a long time in the “2” or “L” position. This may cause severe automatic transmission dam- age from overheating. To prevent such damage, “D” position should be used in hill climbing or hard towing.

(f) Backing up 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. 2. With the brake pedal held down with your foot, shift the selector lever to the “R” position.

NOTICE

Never shift into reverse while the ve- hicle is moving.

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Manual transmission

CAUTION

Always keep your foot on the brake pedal while stopped with the engine running. This prevents the vehicle from creeping.

NOTICE

Always use the brake pedal or the parking brake to hold the vehicle on an upgrade. Do not attempt to hold the vehicle using the accelerator ped- al, as this can cause the transmission to overheat.

(i)

If you cannot shift the selector le- ver out of “P” position

is depressed, use

If you cannot shift the selector lever from the “P” position even though the brake pedal lock override button. For instructions, see “If you cannot shift automatic transmission selector lever” on page 250 in Section 4.

the shift

(g) Parking 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. 2. With

the brake pedal pressed down, fully depress the parking brake pedal to apply the parking brake securely.

3. With

the brake pedal pressed down, shift the selector lever to the “P” posi- tion.

CAUTION

Never attempt to move the selector lever into “P” position under any cir- cumstances while the vehicle is mov- ing. Serious mechanical damage and loss of vehicle control may result.

(h) Good driving practice (cid:1) If the transmission repeatedly shifts up and down between third gear and over- drive when climbing a gentle slope, the overdrive should be turned off. Be sure to turn the switch on immediately after- ward.

(cid:1) When towing a trailer, in order to main- tain engine braking efficiency, do not use overdrive.

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The shift pattern is as shown above.

CAUTION

The shift lever knob can become ex- tremely hot after parking under the sun.

Press the clutch pedal down fully while shifting, and then release it slowly. Do not rest your foot on the pedal while driving, because it will cause clutch trouble. Do not use the vehicle when stopped on an uphill grade—use the parking brake.

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Recommended shifting speeds The transmission is fully synchronized and upshifting or downshifting is easy. For fuel economy and vehicle performance, you should upshift or downshift at the following speeds:

the best compromise between

Gear

1 to 2 or 2 to 1
2 to 3 or 3 to 2
3 to 4 or 4 to 3
4 to 5 or 5 to 4

km/h (mph) (15) (25) (40) (45)

24
40
64
72

Downshift to the appropriate gear if accel- eration is needed when you are cruising below the above downshifting speeds. Upshifting too too soon or downshifting late will cause lugging and, possibly, ping- ing. Regularly revving the engine to maxi- mum speed in each gear will cause ex- cessive engine wear and high fuel consumption.

Maximum allowable speeds To get on a highway or to pass slower traffic, maximum acceleration may be nec- essary. Make sure you observe the follow- ing maximum allowable speeds in each gear:

Gear

km/h (mph) (36) 58
(61) 98
142
(88) 180 (112)

NOTICE

Do not downshift if you are going faster than the maximum allowable speed for the next lower gear.

Good driving practice (cid:1) If it is difficult to shift into reverse, put the transmission in neutral, release the clutch pedal momentarily, and then try again.

(cid:1) When towing a trailer, in order to main- tain engine braking efficiency, do not use fifth gear.

CAUTION

Be careful when downshifting on a slippery shifting could cause the vehicle to skid or spin.

surface. Abrupt

NOTICE

(cid:1) Do not use any gears other than first gear when starting off and moving forward. Doing so may dam- age the clutch.

(cid:1) Make sure the vehicle is completely stopped before shifting into reverse.

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When the traction control system is oper- ating, the following conditions occur: (cid:1) The system controls the spinning of the front wheels. At this time, the slip indi- cator light/traction control system off indicator light blinks.

(cid:1) You may feel vibration or noise in your the is

vehicle, caused by operation of brakes. This functioning properly.

the system

indicates

The indicator light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition key is turned to “ON”. In the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer: (cid:1) The indicator light does not come on when the ignition key is turned “ON”. (cid:1) The indicator light remains on after the

ignition is turned on.

(cid:1) The indicator light comes on with the

normal driving mode while driving.

that

NORMAL DRIVING MODE Leave the system on during the ordi- nary driving so it can operate when needed. You may hear a sound the engine compartment for a few seconds when the engine is started or just after the vehicle begins to move. This means that the trac- tion control system is in the self−check mode, but does not indicate a malfunction.

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Traction control system The traction control system automatical- ly helps prevent the spinning of front wheels when the vehicle is started or accelerated on slippery road surfaces. When the ignition key is turned to “ON”, the system automatically turns on.

CAUTION

Under certain slippery road condi- tions, full traction of the vehicle and power against front wheels cannot be maintained, even though the traction control system is in operation. Do not drive the vehicle under any speed or maneuvering conditions which may cause traction control. In situations where the road surface is covered with ice or snow, your vehicle should be fitted with snow tire chains. Always drive at an appropriate and cautious speed the present road condi- tions.

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tires or

lose

for

to

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To turn on: Push “TRAC OFF” switch once again. The slip indicator light/traction control sys- tem off indicator light will go off. The indicator light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition key is turned to “ON”. It will come on again when you push the “TRAC OFF” switch to turn off the traction control system. In the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer: (cid:1) The indicator light does not come on when the ignition key is turned “ON”. (cid:1) The indicator light remains on after the

ignition is turned on.

(cid:1) The indicator light comes on with the

normal driving mode while driving.

TRACTION CONTROL OFF MODE When getting the vehicle out of mud or newly fallen snow, etc., turn off the traction control system. This system that controls engine performance inter- feres with the process of freeing front wheels. To turn off: Push “TRAC OFF” switch. The slip indicator light/traction control sys- tem off indicator light will come on. The vehicle stability control system is al- ways activated, even if the traction control system is turned off.

“VSC” warning light This light warns that there is a problem somewhere in the traction control system or the vehicle stability control system. The light will come on when the ignition key is turned to “ON” and will go off after a few seconds. If the light comes on while driving, the system does not work. However, as con- ventional braking operates when applied, there is no problem to continue your driv- ing.

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In the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer: (cid:1) The warning light does not come on after the ignition key is turned to “ON”. (cid:1) The warning light remains on after the

ignition key is turned to “ON”.

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

ing.

The slip indicator light/traction control sys- tem off indicator light will come on when the “VSC” warning light comes on even if the “TRAC OFF” switch is not pushed.

Vehicle stability control system The vehicle stability control system helps provide integrated control of the systems such as anti−lock brake sys- tem, traction control, engine control, etc. This system automatically controls the brakes and engine to help prevent the vehicle from skidding when corner- ing on a slippery road surface or oper- ating steering wheel abruptly. The vehicle stability control system is acti- vated when your vehicle speed reaches or exceeds 15 km/h (9 mph), and is deacti- vated when the vehicle speed reduces to below 15 km/h (9 mph). You may hear a sound the engine compartment for a few seconds when the engine is started or just after the vehicle begins to move. This means that the sys- tem is in the self−check mode, but does not indicate a malfunction.

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CAUTION

(cid:1) Do not rely excessively on the ve- hicle stability control system. Even if the vehicle stability control sys- tem is operating, you must always drive carefully and attentively to avoid serious injury. Reckless driv- ing will result in an unexpected ac- cident. light flashes, an alarm sounds, and spe- cial care should be taken while driving.

indicator

the slip

If

(cid:1) Only use tires of specified size. The size, manufacture, brand and tread pattern for all 4 tires should be the same. If you use the tires other than specified, or different type or size, the vehicle stability control system may not function correctly. When replacing the tires or wheels, contact your Toyota dealer. (See “Checking and replacing tires” on page 283 in Section 7−2.)

(cid:1) In situations where the road surface is covered with ice or snow, your vehicle should be fitted with snow tires or tire chains.

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In the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer: (cid:1) The indicator light does not come on when the ignition key is turned “ON”. (cid:1) The indicator light remains on after the

ignition is turned on.

(cid:1) The indicator light comes on with the

normal driving mode while driving.

If the vehicle is going to skid during driv- ing, the slip indicator light/traction control system off indicator light blinks and an alarm sounds intermittently. Special care should be taken while driving. The slip indicator light/traction control sys- tem off indicator light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition key is turned to “ON”. If you select the traction control off mode, the indicator light will come on again.

“VSC” warning light This light warns that there is a problem somewhere in the vehicle stability control system or the traction control system. The light will come on when the ignition key is turned to “ON” and will go off after a few seconds. If the light comes on while driving, the system does not work. However, as con- ventional braking operates when applied, there is no problem to continue your driv- ing.

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In the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer: (cid:1) The warning light does not come on after the ignition key is turned to “ON”. (cid:1) The warning light remains on after the

ignition key is turned to “ON”.

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

ing.

The slip indicator light/traction control sys- tem off indicator light will come on when the “VSC” warning light comes on even if the “TRAC OFF” switch is not pushed.

Tire pressure warning system The tire pressure warning system warns you that the tire inflation pressure is low. The tire pressure warning system is not a substitute for checking normal tire infla- tion pressure. Check inflation pressure with a tire pressure gauge regu- larly.

tire

the

CAUTION

The warning system may not activate immediately if blowout or sudden air loss should occur.

is

the

the

turned

ignition key

The tire pressure warning light comes on when to the “ON” position and goes off after a few seconds. This means tire pressure warning system is operating properly. If the tire inflation pressure becomes low, the light comes on again. In this case, adjusting inflation pressure will turn off the light after a few minutes. If the light comes on after blinking for 1
minute, the tire pressure warning system is not working properly.

tire

the

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status

ON

ON after blinking for 1 minute

Meanings

Do this

Tire inflation pressure is low

Tire pres- sure warn- ing system malfunction

Adjust the tire inflation pressure Have the system checked at your Toyota dealer

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CAUTION

the

tire pressure warning

If light comes on, be sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to do so could cause loss of vehicle control and result in death or serious injury. (cid:1) Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire inflation pressure immediately. (cid:1) If the tire pressure warning

light comes on even after tire inflation pressure adjustment, it is probable that you have a flat tire. Check the tires. If the tire is flat, change to the spare tire and have the flat tire repaired by the nearest Toyota deal- er.

(cid:1) Avoid abrupt maneuvering and bra- king. If the vehicle tires deteriorate, you could lose control of the steer- ing wheel or the brakes.

The tire pressure warning light may turn on due to natural causes such as natural air leaks or tire inflation pressure changes caused by temperature. In this case, ad- justing the tire inflation pressure will turn off the light after a few minutes.

Pushing the tire pressure warning reset switch should not turn off the tire pressure warning light. Adjusting the tire inflation pressure will turn off the light. The compact spare tire is not equipped with the tire pressure warning valve and transmitter. If a tire goes flat, the warning light will not turn off even though the flat tire is replaced with the spare tire. Re- place the spare tire with the repaired tire and adjust the proper tire inflation pressur- e. The tire pressure warning light will turn off after a few minutes.

CAUTION

Each tire, including the spare (if pro- vided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label (tire and load information label). (If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label (tire and load information label), you should determine the proper tire infla- tion pressure for those tires.)

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Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS (tire pressure warning system) malfunction indicator to indi- cate when the system is not operat- ing properly. The TPMS (tire pressure warning system) malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pres- sure (tire pressure warning telltale light). When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated. This sequence will continue upon subse- quent vehicle start−ups as long as the malfunction exists. When the mal- function indicator is illuminated, the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended.

from

TPMS (tire pressure warning system) malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS (tire pressure warning sys- tem) functioning properly. Al- ways check the TPMS (tire pressure warning system) malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS (tire pressure warning system) to continue to func- tion properly.

As an added safety feature, your ve- hicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS– tire pressure warning system) that il- luminates a low tire pressure telltale (low tire pressure warning light) when one or more of your tires is signifi- cantly under−inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale (low tire pressure warning light) illu- minates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly under−in- flated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under− inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping abili- ty. Please note that the TPMS (tire pres- sure warning system) is not a substi- tute for proper tire maintenance, and it to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under−inflation has not reached the level illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale (low tire pressure warning light).

the driver’s responsibility

trigger

to

is

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NOTICE

(cid:1) Do not use liquid sealants for a flat tire as tire pressure warning valve and transmitter will be damaged.

(cid:1) When the tires must be repaired or replaced, have them repaired or re- placed by the nearest Toyota dealer or authorized tire dealer. The tire pressure warning valves and trans- mitters will be affected by the installation or removal of tires.

IF THE TIRE PRESSURE WARNING LIGHT COMES ON AFTER BLINKING FOR 1 MINUTE... If the tire pressure warning light comes on after blinking for 1 minute when the ignition key is turned to the “ON” posi- tion, the tire pressure warning system is not working properly. The system will be disabled in the follow- ing conditions: (When the condition becomes normal, the system will work properly.) (cid:1) If tires not equipped with tire pressure transmitters are

warning valves and used.

(cid:1) If

the ID code on the

tire pressure warning valves and transmitters is not registered in the tire pressure warning ECU.

(cid:1) If

the tire inflation pressure is more than 500 kPa (5.1 kgf/cm2 or bar, 73
psi).

The system may be disabled in the follow- ing conditions: (When the condition becomes normal, the system will work properly.) (cid:1) If electronic devices or facilities using frequencies are

radio wave

similar nearby.

(cid:1) If a radio set at similar frequencies is

in use in the vehicle.

(cid:1) If a window tint that affects the radio

wave signals is installed.

(cid:1) If there is a lot of snow or ice on the vehicle, in particular around the wheels or wheel housings.

(cid:1) If non−genuine Toyota wheels are used. (cid:1) If tire chains are used.

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If the tire pressure warning light comes on after blinking for 1 minute frequently when the ignition key is turned to the “ON” posi- tion, have the system checked by your Toyota dealer. Pushing the tire pressure warning reset switch should not turn off the tire pressure warning light. Even if you use genuine wheels, the tire pressure warning system may not work properly with some types of tires. For vehicles sold in U.S.A.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interfer- ence interference that may cause undesired operation.

received,

including

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interference

NOTICE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protec- tion against harmful in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruc- tions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interfer- ence television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is en- couraged to try to correct the interfer- ence by one or more of the following measures: −Reorient or relocate the receiving an- tenna. −Increase equipment and receiver.

the separation between

to radio or

the

−Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. −Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. FCC WARNING: Changes or modifications not ex- pressly approved by the party respon- sible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equip- ment.

For vehicles sold in Canada

(1)

Operation is subject to the following two conditions: this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

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transmitters.

replacing a

ID codes on

REPLACING TIRES AND WHEELS When replacing the tires and wheels, be sure to install tire pressure warning valves and tire pressure warning valves and transmitters are registered in the tire pressure warning ECU. When tire pressure warning valve and transmitter, it is neces- sary to register the ID code of tire pres- sure warning valve and transmitter. Have the ID code registered by your Toyota dealer. If the ID code is not registered, the sys- tem will not work properly. After about 20
minutes, tire pressure warning light comes on after blinking for 1 minute to indicate a system malfunction.

the

NOTICE

When the tires or tire pressure warn- ing valves and transmitters must be replaced, have them replaced by your Toyota dealer. The tire pressure warn- ing valves and transmitters will be affected by the installation or removal of tires.

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To initialize the system, perform the fol- lowing: 1. Park the vehicle in a safe place and turn the ignition key to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position.

2. Adjust the pressure of all the installed tires to the specified cold tire inflation pressure level. (See “Tires” on page 308 in Section 8.)

3. Turn the ignition key to the “ON” posi-

tion.

tire

inflation pressure

TIRE PRESSURE WARNING SYSTEM RESET SWITCH When is the set changed, it is necessary to initialize the tire pressure warning system in the fol- lowing cases to compensate for changes in the set tire inflation pressure. When the tire pressure warning system reset switch is pressed, the present tire pressure is stored as the standard pres- sure. The tire pressure warning system detects decreases inflation pres- sure by comparing tire inflation pressures to the standard pressure.

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4. Push and hold the tire pressure warn- ing reset switch until the tire pressure warning light blinks slowly three times. 5. Wait for a few minutes with the ignition key in the “ON” position, and then turn the “ACC” or “LOCK” position.

ignition key

the

to

If you push the tire pressure reset switch while vehicle is moving, initialization is not performed. If you push the tire pressure reset switch accidentally and initialization is performed, adjust to the specified level and initialize the system again.

the tire inflation pressure

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Parking brake

CAUTION

Do not push the reset switch without adjusting the tire inflation pressure to the specified level. Otherwise, the tire pressure warning light may not come on even if the tire inflation pressure is low, or it may come on when the tire inflation pressure is actually nor- mal.

If the tire pressure warning light does not blink slowly three times when you push and hold the reset switch, initialization has failed and the tire pressure warning sys- tem may not work properly. In this case, initialize the system again. If initialization cannot be performed, have the system checked at your Toyota dealer.

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When parking, firmly apply the parking brake to avoid inadvertent creeping. To set: Pull up the lever. For better hold- ing power, first depress the brake pedal and hold the parking brake. To release: Pull up the lever slightly (1), press the lock release button (2), and low- er (3). To remind you that the parking brake is set, the parking brake reminder light in the instrument panel remains on until you release the parking brake.

CAUTION

Before driving, be sure the parking brake is fully released and the park- ing brake reminder light is off.

Cruise control The cruise control is designed to main- tain a set cruising speed without requir- ing the driver to operate the accelera- tor. Cruising speed can be set to any speed above 40 km/h (25 mph). Within the limits of the engine’s capabili- ties, cruising speed can be maintained up or down grades. However, changes in ve- hicle speed may occur on steeper grades.

CAUTION

(cid:1) To help maintain maximum control of your vehicle, do not use the cruise control when driving in heavy or varying traffic, or on slip- pery (rainy, icy or snow−covered) or winding roads.

If

(cid:1) Avoid vehicle speed increases when driving downhill. the vehicle speed is too fast in relation to the cruise control set speed, cancel the cruise control then downshift the transmission to use engine braking to slow down.

TURNING THE SYSTEM ON AND OFF To turn the cruise control on, press the “ON−OFF” button. The “CRUISE” indicator light on the instrument panel will come on to indicate that the cruise control is opera- tional. Pressing “ON−OFF” button again turns the system off. When the system is turned off, cruising speed must be reset when the cruise con- trol is turned on again.

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To avoid accidentally engaging the cruise control, turn the system off when it is not in use. Make sure the “CRUISE” indicator light is off.

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If you need acceleration—for example, when passing—depress the accelerator pedal enough for the vehicle to exceed the set speed. When you release it, the vehicle will return to the speed set prior to the acceleration.

CAUTION

For manual transmission: While driving with the cruise control on, do not shift to neutral without depressing the clutch pedal, as this may cause engine racing or overrev- ving.

CANCELLING THE CRUISE CONTROL The cruise control may be temporarily cancelled by the driver or by the system itself under certain circumstances. Tempo- rary cancellation allows the set cruising speed to remain in memory. The cruise control can be temporarily can- celled by doing the following: (cid:1) Pulling the lever in the “CANCEL” di-

rection and releasing it

(cid:1) Depressing the brake pedal (cid:1) Depressing

the clutch pedal (manual

transmission)

SETTING THE CRUISING SPEED On vehicles with automatic transmission, the transmission must be in “D” before you set the cruising speed. Bring your vehicle to the desired speed, push the lever down in the “− SET” direc- tion and release it. This sets the vehicle at that speed. If the speed is not satisfac- tory, tap the lever up for a faster speed, or tap it down for a slower speed. Each tap changes the set speed by 1.6 km/h (1.0 mph). You can now take your foot off the accelerator pedal.

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falls below 40

the cruise

km/h (25 mph)

(cid:1) When vehicle stability control is acti-

vated

sure

button. Make

is cancelled and

When vehicle speed drops 16 km/h (10
mph) below the set speed, the cruise con- trol the set speed is erased from memory. The “CRUISE” indicator light remains on to indicate that the system is still in op- eration. To turn the cruise control off, press the “ON−OFF” the “CRUISE” indicator light is off. If the cruise control automatically cancels out other than for the above cases, have your vehicle checked by your Toyota deal- er at the earliest opportunity. RESUMING THE CRUISE CONTROL If the cruise control is temporarily can- celled, the cruising speed can be resumed by pushing the lever up in the “+ RES” direction. Vehicle speed must be above 40 km/h (25
mph).

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the

light

indicator

“CRUISE”

CRUISE CONTROL FAILURE WARNING If flashes when using the cruise control, press the “ON−OFF” button to turn the system off and then press it again to turn it on. If any of the following conditions then oc- curs, there is some trouble in the cruise control system. (cid:1) The indicator light does not come on. (cid:1) The indicator light flashes again. (cid:1) The

light goes out after

indicator

it

comes on.

If this is the case, contact your Toyota dealer and have your vehicle inspected.

RESETTING TO A FASTER SPEED Push the lever up in the “+ RES” direction and hold it. Release the lever when the desired speed is attained. While the lever is held up, the vehicle will gradually gain speed. However, a faster way to reset is to ac- celerate the vehicle and then push the lever down in the “− SET” direction. RESETTING TO A SLOWER SPEED Push the lever down in the “− SET” direc- tion and hold it. Release the lever when the desired speed is attained. While the lever is held down, the vehicle speed will gradually decrease. However, a faster way to reset is to de- press the brake pedal and then push the lever down in the “− SET” direction. On vehicles with automatic transmission, even if you turn off the overdrive switch with the cruise control on, engine braking will not be applied because the cruise control is not cancelled. To decrease the vehicle speed, reset to a slower speed with the cruise control lever or depress the brake pedal. the brake pedal, cruise control is cancelled.

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OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Audio system Reference Using your audio system Audio system operating hints

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Type 1: AM·FM radio/compact disc player (with compact disc changer controller)

Type 2: AM·FM radio/compact disc player with changer

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Using your audio system— —Some basics This Section describes some of the basic features on Toyota audio systems. Some information may not pertain to your sys- tem. Your audio system works when the ignition key is in the “ACC” or “ON” position. TURNING THE SYSTEM ON AND OFF Push “PWR·VOL” to turn the audio system on and off. You can turn on compact disc player by inserting compact disc. The audio system will change to the radio mode when a compact disc is ejected dur- ing play. SWITCHING BETWEEN FUNCTIONS Push “AM”, “FM”, “FM1·2” or “DISC” if the system to switch from one function to another. TONE AND BALANCE For details about your system’s tone and balance controls, see the description of your own system.

is already on but you want

Tone How good an audio program sounds to you is largely determined by the mix of the treble, midrange (on some models of type 2) and bass levels. In fact, different kinds of music and vocal programs usually sound better with different mixes of treble, midrange and bass. Balance A good balance of the left and right stereo channels and of the front and rear sound levels is also important. Keep in mind that if you are listening to a stereo recording or broadcast, changing the right/left balance will increase the vol- ume of one group of sounds while de- creasing the volume of another. YOUR RADIO ANTENNA Your vehicle has a mast type antenna. To remove the antenna, carefully turn it counterclockwise.

NOTICE

To prevent damage to the antenna, make sure it is removed before driv- ing your Toyota through an automatic car wash.

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YOUR COMPACT DISC PLAYER (type 1) When you insert a disc, gently push it in with the label side up. The player will play from track 1 through to the end of the disc. Then it will play from track 1 again.

NOTICE

Never try to disassemble or oil any part of the compact disc player. Do not insert anything other than com- pact discs into the slot.

The player is intended for use with 12 cm (4.7 in.) discs only. YOUR COMPACT DISC PLAYER WITH CHANGER (type 2) When you insert a disc, push the “LOAD” button, wait for the load/eject status light to turn green, then gently push the disc in with the label side up. The player will play from track 1 through to the end of the disc. Then it will play from track 1 of the next disc. The player is intended for use with 12 cm (4.7 in.) discs only.

NOTICE

(cid:1) Do not stack up two discs for in- sertion, or it will cause damage to the compact disc player. Insert only one compact disc into slot at a time.

(cid:1) Never try to disassemble or oil any part of the compact disc player. Do not insert anything other than com- pact discs into the slot.

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—Controls and features (cid:1)Type 1

Details of specific buttons, controls and features are described in the alphabetical list that follows.

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to preset and

1 2 3 4 5 6 (Preset buttons) These buttons are used tune in radio stations. To preset a station to a button: Tune in the desired station. “TUNE” or “SEEK”.) Push and hold down the button until you hear a beep—this will set the station to the button. The preset button number will appear on the display. To recall a preset station: Push the button for the station you want. The preset but- ton number and station frequency will ap- pear on the display. These systems can store one AM and two FM stations for each button. (The display will show “AM”, “FM1” or “FM2” when you push “AM” or “FM” button.)

(Eject button)

the compact disc eject button

Push eject a compact disc.

to

(Reverse/Fast−forward button)

Push and hold “ ” (preset button 6) or “ ” (preset button 5) to fast forward or reverse within a compact disc. When you release the button, the compact disc play- er will resume playing.

the

the

you

turn

time

tone and balance,

AM Push the “AM” button to turn on the radio and select the AM band. “AM” will appear on the display. AUDIO CONTROL (Tone and sound bal- ance adjustment function) Each “AUDIO push CONTROL” knob, the mode changes. To adjust the knob. BAS: Adjusts low−pitched tones. The dis- play ranges from −5 to 5. TRE: Adjusts high−pitched tones. The dis- play ranges from −5 to 5. FAD: Adjusts the sound balance between the front and rear speakers. The display ranges from F7 to R7. BAL: Adjusts the sound balance between the right and left speakers. The display ranges from L7 to R7. DISC (Compact disc) Push the “DISC” button to play a compact disc. When the audio system is set into com- pact disc operation, the display shows the track, or track and disc number currently being played.

inserted

incorrectly

Error messages If the player malfunctions, your audio sys- tem will display following error messages. “WAIT”: The compact disc player unit may be too hot. Allow the player to cool down. “ERROR 1”: The disc may be dirty, dam- aged or (up−side down). Clean the disc and re−insert it. “NO DISC”: The compact disc changer of separate unit is empty. Insert a disc. “ERROR 3”: There is a problem inside the system. Eject the disc or magazine. Set the disc or magazine again. “ERROR 4”: Over−current. Ask your Toyota dealer to inspect. “CD OPEN”: The compact disc changer lid of separate unit is open. Close the compact disc changer lid. If the malfunction still exists, take your vehicle to your Toyota dealer.

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in random order, or

the player will perform

RAND (Random) There are two random features—you can either listen to the tracks on one compact to disc the listen tracks on all the compact discs in the magazine in random order. To play the tracks on one disc in random order: Quickly push and release “RAND” (preset button 1). “ ” will appear on the display and the tracks on the disc you are listening to in random order. To turn off the random fea- ture, push this button again. With compact disc changer only— To play all the tracks in the magazine in random order: Push and hold “RAND” (preset button 1) until you hear a beep. “ ” will ap- pear on the display and the player will perform all the tracks on all the discs in the magazine in random order. To turn off the this button again.

feature, push

random

(cid:2) DISC (cid:1) With compact disc changer only— Use these buttons to select a disc you want to listen to. Push “(cid:2)” (preset button 3) or “(cid:1)” (preset button 4) until the number of the disc you want to listen appears on the display. FM Push the “FM” button to turn on the radio and select the FM band. “FM1” or “FM2” will appear on the display. This system allows you to set twelve FM stations, two for each of the preset button. PWR·VOL (Power and Volume) Push “PWR·VOL” to turn the audio system on and off. Turn “PWR·VOL” to adjust the volume.

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track

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” (preset button 2) while is playing. ” will appear on the display. When “ the track ends, it will automatically replay. To turn off the repeat feature, push this button again. With compact disc changer only— Repeating a disc: Push and hold “RPT” (preset button 2) until you hear a beep. “ ” will ap- pear 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 first track on the disc and replay. To turn off the repeat feature, push this button again.

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SCAN Radio You can either scan all the frequencies on a band or scan only the preset stations for that band. To scan all the frequencies: Quickly push and release “(cid:1)” or “(cid:2)” side of the “SCAN” button. The radio will find the next station up the station band, stay there for 5 seconds, and then scan again to the next station. To stop scanning, push “(cid:1)” or “(cid:2)” side of this button again. To scan the preset stations: Push and hold “(cid:1)” or “(cid:2)” side of the “SCAN” button until you hear a beep. The radio will tune in the next preset station up or down the band, stay there for 5
seconds, and then move to the next pre- set station. To stop scanning, push “(cid:1)” or “(cid:2)” side of this button again.

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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 the tracks on a disc: Quickly push and release “(cid:1)” or “(cid:2)” side of the “SCAN” button. “SCAN” will appear on the display and the player will scan all the tracks on the disc you are listening to. To stop scanning, push “(cid:1)” or “(cid:2)” side of this button again. If the player scanned all it will stop scanning. With compact disc changer only— Scanning the first tracks of all the discs in the magazine: Push and hold “(cid:1)” or “(cid:2)” side of the “SCAN” button until you hear a beep. “ ·SCAN” will appear on the display and the player will scan the first track of the next disc. To stop scanning, push “(cid:1)” or “(cid:2)” side of this button again. If the player has scanned all it will stop scanning.

the tracks on the disc,

the discs,

the seek mode,

the radio finds and the next station up or down the

SEEK/TRACK (Seeking/Track up/down) Radio In plays station band. To seek the next station, quickly push and release “(cid:1)” or “(cid:2)” side of the “SEEK/ TRACK” button. Do this again to find the station after that. Compact disc player Use this button to skip up or down to a different track. the “SEEK/ Push “(cid:1)” or “(cid:2)” side of TRACK” button until the number of the track you want to listen to appears on the display. If you want to return to the begin- ning of the current track, quickly push the down side of the button one time. 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.

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to

to

title,

track

then back

TEXT This button is used to change the display for the compact disc that contains text data. To change the display, quickly push and release the “TEXT” button while the com- pact disc is playing. The display changes in the order from the elapsed time to disc title the elapsed time. If this button is pushed while a compact disc that does not contain text data is playing, “NO TITLE” will appear on the display. If the entire disc or track title does not appear on the display, push and hold the button until you hear a beep. The rest of the title will appear. TUNE (Tuning) Turn the “TUNE” knob clockwise to step up the frequency. Turn the knob counter- clockwise to step down the frequency.

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(cid:1)Type 2

Details of specific buttons, controls and features are described in the alphabetical list that follows.

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(See

to preset and

1 2 3 4 5 6 (Preset buttons) These buttons are used tune in radio stations. To preset a station to a button: Tune in the desired station. “TUNE” or “SEEK”.) Push and hold down the button until you hear a beep—this will set the station to the button. The preset button number will appear on the display. To recall a preset station: Push the button for the station you want. The preset but- ton number and station frequency will ap- pear on the display. This radio can store one AM and two FM stations for each button. (The display will show “AM”, “FM1” or “FM2” when you push “AM” or “FM” button.)

(Eject button)

This button is used to eject one or all compact discs. To eject the current compact disc, push and release the compact disc eject button. To eject a specific disc, push “(cid:2)” (preset button 3) or “(cid:1)” (preset button 4) until the number of the disc you want to eject is displayed. Push and release the eject but- ton.

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To eject all discs at a time, press and hold the eject button until you hear a beep. The last compact disc played before pushing the button will be ejected first. If the ejected disc is not removed for a long time, the eject function will be cancelled.

(Reverse/Fast−forward button)

Push and hold “ ” (preset button 6) or “ ” (preset button 5) to fast forward or reverse within a compact disc. When you release the button, the compact disc play- er will resume playing. AM Push the “AM” button to turn on the radio and select the AM band. “AM” will appear on the display. AUDIO CONTROL (Tone and sound bal- ance adjustment function) Each “AUDIO push CONTROL” knob, the mode changes. To adjust the knob. BAS: Adjusts low−pitched tones. The dis- play ranges from −5 to 5. MID (on some models): Adjusts mid− pitched tones. The display ranges from −5
to 5.

tone and balance,

time

turn

you

the

the

TRE: Adjusts high−pitched tones. The dis- play ranges from −5 to 5. FAD: Adjusts the sound balance between the front and rear speakers. The display ranges from F7 to R7. BAL: Adjusts the sound balance between the right and left speakers. The display ranges from L7 to R7. DISC (Compact disc) Push the “DISC” button to play a compact disc. When the audio system is set into com- pact disc operation, the display shows the track, or track and disc number currently being played. Error messages If the player malfunctions, your audio sys- tem will display following error messages. “WAIT”: The compact disc player unit may be too hot. Allow the player to cool down. “ERROR 1”: The disc may be dirty, dam- aged or (up−side down). Clean the disc and re−insert it. “NO DISC”: The compact disc changer of separate unit is empty. Insert a disc.

incorrectly

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“ERROR 3”: There is a problem inside the system. Eject the disc or magazine. Set the disc or magazine again. “ERROR 4”: Over−current. Ask your Toyota dealer to inspect. “CD OPEN”: The compact disc changer lid of separate unit is open. Close the compact disc changer lid. If the malfunction still exists, take your vehicle to your Toyota dealer. (cid:2) DISC (cid:1) Use these buttons to select a disc you want to listen to. Push “(cid:2)” (preset button 3) or “(cid:1)” (preset button 4) until the number of the disc you want to listen appears on the display. FM Push the “FM” button to turn on the radio and select the FM band. “FM1” or “FM2” will appear on the display. This system allows you to set twelve FM stations, two for each of the preset button.

in

LOAD This button is used to load the compact discs the compact disc player. This player can store up to six discs. To load one compact disc only, quickly push and release the button, then insert a compact disc. After the disc is loaded, the shutter of the slot will close. If no compact disc is inserted, the shutter will close after 15 seconds. To load multiple compact discs, push and hold the button (until you hear a beep when the audio system is on), then insert the first compact disc. After the disc is loaded, the shutter of the slot will close. After a few seconds, the shutter will auto- matically open again so the next disc can be inserted. The same process can be applied for loading the rest of the discs. If the player is full of discs, “DISC FULL” will appear on the display. If no compact disc is inserted, the shutter will close after 15 seconds. PWR·VOL (Power and Volume) Push “PWR·VOL” to turn the audio system on and off. Turn “PWR·VOL” to adjust the volume.

in random order, or

RDS (Radio Data System) display The radio will automatically switch to the RDS mode to receive an RDS station while turned to FM broadcasts. “RDS” will appear on the display. RAND (Random) There are two random features—you can either listen to the tracks on one compact to disc the listen tracks on all the compact discs in the magazine in random order. To play the tracks on one disc in random order: Quickly push and release “RAND” (preset button 1). “ ” will appear on the display and the tracks on the disc you are listening to in random order. To turn off the random fea- ture, push this button again. To play all the tracks in the magazine in random order: Push and hold “RAND” (preset button 1) ” will ap- until you hear a beep. “ pear on the display and the player will perform all the tracks on all the discs in the magazine in random order. To turn off the this button again.

the player will perform

feature, push

random

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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 the “SCAN” button until you hear a beep. The radio will tune in the next preset station up the band, stay there for 5 seconds, and then move to the next preset station. To stop scanning, push this button again. To scan all the frequencies: Quickly push and release the “SCAN” but- ton. The radio will find the next station up the station band, stay there for 5 seconds, and then scan again to the next station. To stop scanning, push this button again.

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 the tracks on a disc: Quickly push and release the “SCAN” but- ton. “SCAN” will appear on the display and the player will scan all the tracks on the disc you are to. To stop scanning, push this button again. If the player scanned all the tracks on the disc, it will stop scanning. Scanning the first tracks of all the discs in the magazine: Push the “SCAN” button until you hear a beep. “ ·SCAN” will appear on the dis- play and the first the player will scan track of the next disc. To stop scanning, push this button again. If the changer has scanned all the discs, it will stop scan- ning.

listening

the

track

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” (preset button 2) while is playing. “ ” will appear on the display. When the track ends, it will automatically replay. To turn off the repeat feature, push this button again. Repeating a disc: Push and hold “RPT” (preset button 2) until you hear a beep. “ ” will ap- pear 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 first track on the disc and replay. To turn off the repeat feature, push this button again.

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the seek mode,

the radio finds and the next station up or down the

SEEK/TRACK (Seeking/Track up/down) Radio In plays station band. To seek the next station, quickly push and release “(cid:1)” or “(cid:2)” side of the “SEEK/ TRACK” button. Do this again to find the station after that. Compact disc player Use this button to skip up or down to a different track. the “SEEK/ Push “(cid:1)” or “(cid:2)” side of TRACK” button until the number of the track you want to listen to appears on the display. If you want to return to the begin- ning of the current track, quickly push the down side of the button one time. 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.

in RDS

to change

transmits a

is operational only

TEXT Radio This button mode. When an RDS station text message, “MSG” will appear on the dis- played. To display the text message, first push the “TEXT” button the radio station display. Then push the “TEXT” but- ton once more to display, and the mes- sage will appear on the display. If the entire the message is not displayed, “ ” will appear on the display. To display the rest of the message, push and hold the “TEXT” button until you hear a beep. After the entire message has been dis- played, the message will disappear. The message display will be canceled if any button is pushed. If no messages are “NO MESSAGE” will appear on the display, and the display returns to the previous mode. The message display will be canceled if you activate any function that affects the display.

that affects

the display

received,

to

to

title,

track

then back

Compact disc player This button is used to change the display for the compact disc that contains text data. To change the display, quickly push and release the “TEXT” button while the com- pact disc is playing. The display changes in the order from the elapsed time to disc title the elapsed time. If this button is pushed while a compact disc that does not contain text data is playing, “NO TITLE” will appear on the display. If the entire disc or track title does not appear on the display, push and hold the button until you hear a beep. The rest of the title will appear. TRAF (Traffic) This button turns the traffic announcement (TA) feature on and off. This button is operational only in FM mode. By pushing “TRAF SEEK” will flash on the display and the radio will start seeking any traffic program station. When a traffic program station is found, “TRAF” will be displayed and you will hear a beep.

“TRAF” button,

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After the traffic announcement program is over, the display returns to the previous mode. If no traffic program station is found, “NO TRAF INFO” appears on the display, and the display returns to the previous mode and a beep sound. To cancel the traffic announcement, push this button again. TUNE (Tuning) Turn the “TUNE” knob clockwise to step up the frequency. Turn the knob counter- clockwise to step down the frequency. TYPE (Program Types) When you push “(cid:1)” or “(cid:2)” of the “TYPE” button while receiving an RDS station, the current program type will appear on the display. If the system is receiving a sta- tion that is not RDS, “NO PTY” will ap- pear. Repeat this operation within 6 seconds to display the program types in the following order: (cid:2) ROCK (cid:2) EASY LIS (Easy listening) (cid:2) CLS/JAZZ (Classical music and Jazz) (cid:2) R&B (Rhythm and Blues) (cid:2) INFORM (Information) 150

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(cid:2) RELIGION (cid:2) MISC (Miscellaneous) (cid:2) ALERT (Emergency message) To seek or scan for the same type of program, push “SEEK/TRACK” or “SCAN” button while the program type is displayed. If no program is found, “NOTHING” will appear on the display. The previous pro- gram information will resume. When the system is left untouched for 6
seconds, type display will change to the frequency display.

the program

Audio system operating hints

NOTICE

To ensure correct audio system op- erations: (cid:1) Be careful not to spill beverages

over the audio system.

(cid:1) Do not put anything other than

Compact Disc into the slot.

(cid:1) The use of a cellular phone inside or near the vehicle may cause a noise from the speakers of the au- dio system which you are listening to. However, this does not indicate a malfunction.

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. The farther you are from a station, the weaker its signal will be. 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