The needle moves when braking, acceler- ating or making turns. This is cause by the movement of the fuel in the tank. If the fuel level approaches “E” or the low fuel level warning light comes on, fill the fuel tank as soon as possible.
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The gauge indicates the engine coolant temperature when the ignition switch is on. The engine operating temperature will vary with changes in weather and engine load. If the needle moves to the “H” position, your engine is too hot. If your vehicle overheats, stop your vehicle and allow the engine to cool. Your vehicle may overheat during severe operating conditions, such as: (cid:1) Driving up a long hill on a hot day. (cid:1) Reducing speed or stopping after high
speed driving.
(cid:1) Idling for a long period with the air conditioning on in stop- and- go traffic.
If the engine coolant temperature gauge needle is not displayed, there may be a problem in the system. In this case, con- tact your Toyota dealer as soon as pos- sible.
NOTICE
(cid:1) Do not remove the thermostat in the engine cooling system as this may cause the engine to overheat. The thermostat is designed to con- trol the flow of coolant to keep the temperature of the engine within the specified operating range.
(cid:1) Do not continue driving with an overheated engine. See “If your vehicle overheats” in Section 4.
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The tachometer indicates engine speed in thousands of rpm (revolutions per minute). Use it while driving to select correct shift points and to prevent en- gine lugging and over- revving. Driving with the engine running too fast causes excessive engine wear and poor fuel economy. Remember, in most cases the slower the engine speed, the greater the fuel economy.
NOTICE
Do not let the indicator needle get into the red zone. This may cause severe engine damage.
This meter displays the odometer and two trip meters. 1. Odometer—Shows
total distance
the
the vehicle has been driven.
2. Two
trip meters—Show
two different distances independently driven since the last time each trip meter was set to zero. You can use one trip meter to calculate the to measure the distance on each trip. All trip meter data is cancelled if the elec- trical power source is disconnected.
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3. Trip meter reset knob—Resets the two trip meters to zero, and also change the meter display. To change the meter display, quickly push and release the knob. The meter display changes in the order from the odometer to trip meter A to trip meter then back B, the odometer each time you push. To reset the trip meter A to zero, dis- play then push and hold the knob until the meter is set to zero. The same process can be applied for resetting the trip meter B.
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If the indicator or buzzer comes on...
Do this.
If the indicator or buzzer comes on...
Do this.
(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)
(e)
(f)
If parking brake is off, stop
immediately
and contact Toyota dealer. Fasten driver’s seat belt.
Fasten passenger’s seat belt.
Stop and check.
(g)
(h)
(i)
(j)
(k)
Low fuel level warning light
Fill up tank.
Take vehicle to Toyota dealer.
Close both the doors
Take vehicle to Toyota dealer immediately.
Take vehicle to Toyota dealer.
Stop and check.
(l)
Key reminder buzzer
Remove key.
Take vehicle to Toyota dealer.
(m)
Light reminder buzzer
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(a) Brake System Warning Light This light comes on in the following cases when the ignition key is in the “ON” posi- tion. (cid:1) When the parking brake is applied... (cid:1) When the brake fluid level is low...
CAUTION
It is dangerous to continue driving normally when the brake fluid level is low.
Have your vehicle checked at your Toyota dealer in the following case: (cid:1) The light does not come on even if the parking brake is applied when the igni- tion key is in the “ON” position.
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If the light does not turn off even after the parking brake is released while the engine is running, immedi- ately stop your vehicle at a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer. In this case, the brakes may not work properly and your stopping distance will become longer. Depress the brake pedal firmly and bring the vehicle to an immediate stop.
(b) Driver’s Seat Belt Reminder Light
and Buzzer
to
remind you
light and buzzer
This buckle up the driver’s seat belt. Once the ignition key is turned to “ON” or “START”, the reminder light flashes and buzzer sounds if the driver’s seat belt is not fastened. Unless the driver fastens the belt, the buzzer stops after about 4 to 8 seconds.
flashing and
light keeps
the
(c) Passenger’s Seat Belt Reminder
Light
This light reminds you to buckle up the passenger’s seat belt. Once the ignition key is turned to “ON” or “START”, the reminder light flashes if a passenger sits in the passenger seat and does not fasten the seat belt. Unless the passenger fastens the belt, the light stays flashing. If luggage load is placed on the passen- ger seat, depending on its weight and how it is placed on the seat, built- in sensors in the seat cushion may detect the pres- sure, causing the reminder light to come on. (d) Discharge Warning Light This light warns that the battery is being discharged. If it comes on while you are driving, there is a problem somewhere in the charging system. The engine ignition will continue to oper- the battery ate, however, until is dis- charged. Turn off the air conditioning, blower, radio, etc., and drive directly to the nearest Toyota dealer or repair shop.
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NOTICE
Do not continue driving if the engine drive belt is broken or loose.
(e) Low Oil Pressure Warning Light This light warns that the engine oil pres- sure is too low. If it flickers or stays on while you are driving, pull off the road to a safe place and stop the engine immediately. Call a Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop for assistance. The flicker when the engine is idling or it may come on briefly after a hard stop. There is no cause for concern if it then goes out when the engine is accelerated slightly. The light may come on when the oil level is extremely is not designed to indicate low oil level, and the oil level must be checked using the level dipstick.
light may occasionally
low. It
NOTICE
Do not drive the vehicle with the warning light on—even for one block. It may ruin the engine.
in
following
tank cap”
lamp comes on
(f) Malfunction Indicator Lamp This the cases. a. The fuel tank is completely empty. (See “Fuel gauge” in this Section for instruc- tions.) b. The fuel tank cap is not tightened se- curely. (See “Fuel in Section 1- 2 for instructions.) c. There is a problem somewhere in your engine electrical system. If it comes on while you are driving in case c, have your vehicle checked/re- paired by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. (g) Low Fuel Level Warning Light This light comes on when the fuel level in the tank becomes nearly empty. Fill up the tank as soon as possible. On inclines or curves, due to the move- ment of fuel in the tank, the low fuel level warning light may come on earlier than usual.
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(h) “ABS” Warning Light The light comes on when the ignition key is turned to the “ON” position. If the anti- lock brake system works properly, the light turns off after a few seconds. There- after, if the system malfunctions, the light comes on again. When the “ABS” warning light is on (and the brake system warning light is off), the anti- lock brake system does not operate, but the brake system still operates con- ventionally. When the “ABS” warning light is on (and the brake system warning light is off), the anti- lock brake system does not operate so that the wheels could lock up during a sudden braking or braking on slippery road surfaces. the following conditions If either of occurs, indicates a malfunction this somewhere in the parts monitored by the warning light system. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle. (cid:1) The light does not come on when the ignition key is turned to the “ON” posi- tion, or remains on.
(cid:1) The light comes on while you are driv-
ing.
A warning light turning on briefly during operation does not indicate a problem. (i) Open Door Warning Light This light remains on until both the doors are completely closed. (j) SRS Warning Light This light will come on when the igni- tion key is turned to the “ON” position. After about 6 seconds, the light will go off. This means the systems of the air- bag and seat belt pretensioners are op- erating properly. The warning light system monitors the air- bag sensor assembly, front airbag sen- sors, seat belt pretensioner assemblies, inflators, warning light, interconnecting wir- ing and power sources. If either of the following conditions occurs, this indicates a malfunction somewhere in the parts monitored by the warning light system. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle. (cid:1) The light does not come on when the ignition key is turned to the “ON” posi- tion, or the light remains on.
(cid:1) The light comes on or flashes while
driving.
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Light
This light warns that there is a problem in your power steering system. If the light comes on while you are driv- ing, have your vehicle checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. (l) Key Reminder Buzzer This buzzer reminds you to remove the key when you open the driver’s door with the ignition key in the “ACC” or “LOCK” position. (m) Light reminder buzzer The buzzer will sound the headlight if switch is left on and the driver’s door is opened with the key removed from the ignition switch.
SERVICE
CHECKING REMINDER INDICATORS (except the low fuel level warning light) 1. Apply the parking brake. 2. Open either side door.
The open door warning come on.
light should
3. Close the door.
The open door warning light should go off.
4. Turn the ignition key to “ON”, but do
not start the engine. All the service reminder indicators ex- cept the open door warning light should come on. The “ABS” and power steer- ing system warning lights go off after a few seconds. The SRS warning light goes off after about 6 seconds.
If any service reminder indicator or warn- ing buzzer does not function as described above, either the bulb is burned out or the circuit it checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.
repair. Have
in need of
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OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Ignition switch, Transmission and Parking brake Ignition switch with steering lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Manual transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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immobiliser system”
You must push in the key to turn it from “ACC” to the “LOCK” position. Once you remove the key, the engine im- mobiliser system is automatically set. (See “Engine in Section 1- 2.) When starting the engine, the key may seem stuck at the “LOCK” position. To free it, first be sure the key is pushed all the way in, and then rock the steering wheel slightly while turning the key gently.
CAUTION
Never remove the key when the ve- hicle is moving, as this will lock the steering wheel and result in loss of steering control.
NOTICE
Do not leave the key in the “ON” position if the engine is not running. The battery will discharge and the ignition could be damaged.
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The shift pattern is as shown above. 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. And do not use the clutch to hold the vehicle when stopped on an uphill grade—use the parking brake. 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
Ignition switch with steering lock
SB16007
“START”—Starter motor on. The key
will return to the “ON” position when
released.
For starting tips, see Section 3.
“ON”—Engine on and all accessories
on.
This is the normal driving position.
“ACC”—Accessories such as the radio
operate, but the engine is off.
the “ACC” or
If you
“LOCK” position and open
the driver’s
door, a buzzer will remind you to remove
the key.
“LOCK”—Engine is off and the steering
wheel
is locked. The key can be re-
moved only at this position.
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the key
leave
in
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
mph (km/h) (24) (40) (64) (72)
15
25
40
45
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
mph (km/h)
(53)
33
55
(88)
75 (120)
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Do not downshift if you are going faster than the maximum allowable speed for the next lower gear.
Good driving practice If it is difficult to shift into reverse, put in neutral, release the the clutch pedal momentarily, and try again.
transmission
then
Parking brake
SB16008
CAUTION
Be careful when downshifting on a slippery shifting could cause the vehicle to spin or skid.
surface. Abrupt
NOTICE
Make sure the vehicle is completely stopped before shifting into reverse.
it while setting
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.
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CAUTION
Before driving, be sure the parking brake is fully released and the park- ing brake reminder light is off.
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OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Car audio system Reference Using your audio system Car audio system operating hints
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AM·FM ETR radio/cassette player/compact disc player (with compact disc auto changer controller)
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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. Push “AM”, “FM1·2”, “TAPE” or “CD” to turn on function without pushing “PWR·VOL”. You can turn on each player by inserting a cassette tape or compact disc. You can turn off each player by ejecting the cassette tape or compact disc. If the audio system was previously off, then the entire audio system will be turned off when you eject the cassette tape or com- pact disc. function was pre- viously playing, it will come on again. SWITCHING BETWEEN FUNCTIONS Push “AM”, “FM1·2”, “TAPE” or “CD” if the system to switch from one function to another.
is already on but you want
If another
that
TONE AND BALANCE For details about your system’s tone and balance controls, see the description of your own system. Tone How good an audio program sounds to you is largely determined by the mix of the treble, midrange, and bass levels. In fact, different kinds of music and vocal programs usually sound better with differ- ent 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.
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YOUR RADIO ANTENNA To remove the antenna, carefully turn it counterclockwise. On some models— To lower the power antenna, turn off the audio system by pushing “PWR·VOL”, or turn the ignition key to “LOCK”. YOUR CASSETTE PLAYER When you insert a cassette, the exposed tape should be to the right.
NOTICE
Do not oil any part of the player and do not insert anything other than cas- sette tapes into the slot, or the tape player may be damaged.
YOUR COMPACT DISC PLAYER When you insert a disc, gently push it in with the label side up. (The player will automatically eject a disc if the label side is down.) The compact disc player will play from track 1 through the end of the disc. Then it will play from track 1 again. On models with the compact disc auto changer, next disc will be played from track 1.
NOTICE
Never try to disassemble or oil any part of the compact disc player. Do not insert anything except a compact disc into the slot.
The player is intended for use with 12 cm (5 in.) discs only.
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—Controls and features
Details of specific buttons, controls, and features are described in the alphabetical listing that follows.
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(Program)
Push “ ” to select the other side of a cassette tape. The display indicates which ” indicates side is currently selected (“ top side, “ Auto- reverse the cassette player reaches the end of a tape side, it automatically reverses and begins to play the other side. This is true whether the cassette was playing or fast forwarding.
” indicates bottom side). feature: After
(Reverse/Fast forward buttons)
Cassette Player Push the fast forward button to fast for- ward a cassette tape. “FF” will appear on the display. Push the reverse button to rewind a tape. “REW” will appear on the display. To stop the tape while it is fast forward- ing, push forward button or “TAPE”; to stop the tape while it is re- winding, push reverse button or “TAPE”.
fast
the
the
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 (see “TUNE” knob or “SEEK” button). Push and hold down the button until you hear a beep—this will set the station to the button. The button num- ber will appear on the display. To tune in to a preset station: Push the button for the station you want. The 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” “FM1·2”).
(Eject button) the cassette
Push tape eject button to eject a cassette. Push the compact disc eject button to eject a compact disc. After you turn the ignition to “LOCK”, you will be able to eject a cassette or disc but you will not be able to reinsert it.
If a tape side rewinds completely, the cas- sette player will stop and then play that same side. If a tape fast forwards com- pletely, the cassette player will play the other side of the tape, using the auto- re- verse feature. Compact Disc Player If you want to fast forward or reverse through a compact disc track, push and hold in the fast forward or reverse button. When you release the button, the compact disc player will resume playing. AM Push “AM” to turn on the radio and select the AM band. “AM” will appear on the display. If the audio system is off, you can turn on the radio by pushing “AM”. Also, push “AM” to switch from cassette or compact disc operation to radio operation.
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the display. Then
For front/rear adjustment, push “CONTROL / MODE” repeatedly until “FAd” appears on turn to adjust the front/rear balance. The display will show the “FAd- F7” to “FAd- R7”.
the knob
range
from
NOTICE
Rear speaker has not been estab- lished on this vehicle, therefore, be sure to set the “front/rear adjust- ment” to the “FAd-F7”. When the “front/rear adjustment” is set to “FAd-F7”, the volume of the speaker becomes low. Also, setting it to “FAd-R7” may cause a bad effect such as no sound.
CD (Compact Disc) Push “CD” to switch from radio or cas- sette operation to compact disc operation. If the audio system is off, you can turn on the compact disc player by pushing “CD”. In both cases, a disc must already be loaded in the player. When the audio is set into compact disc operation, the display shows the track or, track and disc number currently being played. Each the system changes to the automatic changer. If the player malfunctions, your audio sys- tem will display one of the six following error messages.
time you push “CD”,
the display. Then
For left/right adjustment, push “CONTROL / MODE” repeatedly until “BAL” appears on turn to adjust the left/right balance. The display will show “BAL- L7” to “BAL- R7”.
the knob
range
from
the
tone
is used
low- pitch
to adjust
/ MODE”
CONTROL / MODE (Audio control and mode adjustment) Manual tone adjustment function— This knob the manually. tone adjustment, push For “CONTROL repeatedly until “BAS” appears on the display. Then turn the knob to suit your preference. The display will show “BAS -5” to “BAS 5”. tone adjustment, push For high- pitch “CONTROL repeatedly until “TRE” appears on the display. Then turn the knob to suit your preference. The display will show “TRE -5” to “TRE 5”. Sound balance adjustment function— This knob the sound balance between the front and rear, and the right and left speakers.
is also used
/ MODE”
to adjust
range
range
from
from
the
the
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inserted up- side down. Clean
If “WAIT” appears on the display, it indi- cates that the inside of the player unit may be too hot due to the very high ambi- ent temperature. Remove the disc or mag- azine from the player and allow the player to cool down. If “Err 1” appears on the display, it indicates the disc is dirty, damaged, or it was the disc or insert it correctly. If “Err 2” appears on the display, indicates no disc magazine. Insert a disc. If “Err 3” or “Err 4” appears on the display, it indicates there is a trouble in- side the system. Eject the disc or maga- zine. Set the disc or magazine again. If “OPEn” appears on the display, it indicates the compact disc auto changer lid is open. Close the compact disc auto changer lid. If the malfunction is not rectified, take your vehicle to your Toyota dealer.
loaded
inside
it the
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B NR*
DISC (cid:2)(cid:1)
Compact disc auto changer only—
By using this button, you can select a
disc you wish to listen to.
Push either side of the button until the
number of the disc you want to listen to
appears on the display.
Dolby(cid:2)
If you are listening to a tape that was
recorded with Dolby(cid:2) B Noise Reduction,
push the button marked with the double- D
symbol. The double- D symbol will appear
on the display. Push the button again to
turn off Dolby(cid:2) B NR.
The Dolby NR mode reduces tape noise
by about 10 dB. For best sound reproduc-
tion, play your tapes with this button on
or off according to the mode used for
recording the tape.
: Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from
Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. “DOLBY” and the
double D symbol
are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories
Licensing Corporation.
FM1·2
Push “FM1·2” 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 button.
If the audio system is off, you can turn on the radio by pushing “FM1·2”. Also, push “FM1·2” to switch from cassette or compact disc operation to radio operation. PWR·VOL (Power and Volume) Push “PWR·VOL” to turn the audio system on and off. Turn “PWR·VOL” to adjust the volume. RAND (Random) There are two random features—you can either listen to the tracks on all the com- pact discs in the magazine in random or- der, or only tracks on a specific compact disc in random order. To randomly play the tracks on a disc: Quickly push and release “ ” will appear on the display. The disc you are listening to will play in random order. If you hear a beep, you held the button too long, and the player will play all the tracks in the magazine in random order. To turn off the random feature, push this button again.
listen
the
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Compact disc auto changer only— To randomly play all the tracks magazine: Push and hold “ ” until you hear a ” will appear on the dis- beep. “ play and the player will perform all the tracks on all the discs in the magazine in random order. To turn off the random fea- ture, push this button again. RPT (Repeat) Cassette Player Push “ ” while the track is playing. ” will appear on the display. When “ the track ends, it will automatically be rewound and replayed. This process will be continued until you push the button again to turn off the repeat feature. There must be at least 3 seconds of blank space between tracks in order for the re- peat feature to work correctly.
Compact Disc Player 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 “ ” while the track is playing. “ ” will appear on the display. If you hear a beep, you held the button too long, and the player will repeat the whole disc. When the track ends, it will automatically be replayed. This pro- cess will be continued until you push the button again to turn off the repeat feature. Compact disc auto changer only— Repeating a disc: Push and hold “ ” until you hear a ” will appear on the display. beep. “ The player will repeat all the tracks on the disc you are listening to. When the disc ends, the player will automatically go back to the top track of the disc and replay. This process will be continued until you push the button again to turn off the re- peat feature.
SCAN
Radio
You can either scan all the frequencies on
a band or scan only the preset stations
for that band.
To scan the preset stations:
Push and hold “SCAN” until you hear a
beep. The radio will tune in the next pre-
set station up the band, stay there for 5
seconds, and then move to the next pre-
set station. To select a station, push
“SCAN” again.
To scan all the frequencies:
Quickly push and release “SCAN”. If you
hear a beep, you held the button too long,
and the radio will scan the preset sta-
tions. The radio will find the next station
up the station band, stay there for 5 sec-
onds, and then scan again. To select a
station, push “SCAN” again.
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the seek mode,
the radio finds and the next station up or down the
SEEK (Seeking) Radio In plays station band. To seek a station, quickly push and re- lease the “(cid:1)” or “(cid:2)” under the “SEEK”. Do this again to find another station. Cassette Player By using this button, you can skip up or down to a different track. You can skip up to nine tracks at a time. Push the up or down side of the button. “FF 1” or “REW 1” will appear on the display. Next, push either side of the track button until the number on the display reaches the number of tracks you want to skip. If you push the button ten times, the skip feature will be turned off. When counting the number of tracks you want to rewind, remember to count the current track as well. For example, if you want to rewind to a song that is two be- fore the song you are listening to, push on the down side of the button until “REW 3” appears on the display.
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 “SCAN”. “SCAN” will appear on the display and the player will scan all the tracks on the disc you are listening to. If you hear a beep, you held the button too long, and the player will scan the first track of all the discs in the magazine. To select a track, push “SCAN” again. If the player scanned all the tracks on the disc, it will stop scan- ning. Compact disc auto changer only— Scanning the first track of all the discs in the magazine: “SCAN” until you hear a beep. Push “ the display and the player will perform the first track of the next disc. To select a disc, push the the player has scanned all the discs, it will stop scan- ning.
·SCAN” will appear on
“SCAN” again.
If
If you have pushed the track button more than you wanted to, push the other side of the button. The track number will be reduced. The track number you select is not valid if it is higher than the number of tracks remaining on the current cassette side. (cid:1) After tape
the beginning of
is the player will automatically
reached, start playing the same side.
the
(cid:1) After the end of the tape is reached, the player will automatically reverse sides and start playing the other side. There must be at least 3 seconds of blank space between tracks for the track button to work correctly. In addition, the feature may not work well with some spoken word, live, or classical recordings. 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 pre- vent 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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TAPE Push “TAPE” to switch from radio or com- pact disc operation to cassette operation. If the audio system is off, you can turn on the cassette player by pushing “TAPE”. In both cases, a cassette must already be loaded in the player. TRACK (Track up/down button): Compact disc player By using this button, you can skip up or down to a different track. Push either side of the track button until the number of the track you want to listen to appears on the display. If you want to return the current track, push the down side of the button one time, quickly. TUNE (Tuning) Your Toyota has an electronic tuning radio (ETR). Turn the knob clockwise to step up the frequency. Turn the knob counterclock- wise to step down the frequency.
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NOTICE
To ensure the correct audio system operation: (cid:1) Be careful not to spill beverages
over the audio system.
(cid:1) Do not put anything other than a cassette tape or Compact Disc into the slot.
(cid:1) The use of cellular phone inside or near the vehicle may cause a noise from the speakers of the audio sys- tem 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.
In addition,
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Here are some common reception prob-
lems that probably do not indicate a prob-
lem with your radio:
FM
Fading and drifting stations—Generally, the
effective range of FM is about 40 km (25
miles). Once outside this range, you may
notice fading and drifting, which increase
with the distance from the radio transmit-
ter. They are often accompanied by distor-
tion.
Multi- path—FM
reflective,
making it possible for two signals to reach
your antenna at the same time.
If this
happens, the signals will cancel each oth-
er out, causing a momentary
flutter or
loss of reception.
Static and
fluttering—These occur when
signals are blocked by buildings, trees, or
other large objects. Increasing the bass
level may reduce static and fluttering.
the FM signal you
Station swapping—If
are
interrupted or weak-
is
ened, and there is another strong station
nearby on the FM band, your radio may
tune in the second station until the origi-
nal signal can be picked up again.
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AM Fading—AM broadcasts are reflected by the upper atmosphere—especially at night. These reflected signals can interfere with those received directly from the radio sta- tion, causing the radio station to sound alternately strong and weak. Station interference—When a reflected sig- nal and a signal received directly from a radio station are very nearly the same frequency, interfere with each other, making it difficult to hear the broad- cast. Static—AM is easily affected by external sources of electrical noise, such as high tension power lines, lightening, or electri- cal motors. This results in static. CARING FOR YOUR CASSETTE PLAYER AND TAPES For the best performance for your cas- sette player and tapes: Clean the tape head and other parts regu- larly. (cid:1) A dirty
tape head or tape path can decrease sound quality and tangle your cassette to clean them is by using a cleaning tape. (A wet type is recommended.)
tapes. The easiest way
Use high- quality cassettes. (cid:1) Low- quality cassette tapes can cause many problems, including poor sound, inconsistent and constant auto- reversing. They can also get stuck or tangled in the cassette player.
playing
speed,
(cid:1) Do not use a cassette if it has been damaged or tangled or if its label is peeling off.
(cid:1) Do not leave a cassette in the player if you are not listening to it, especially if it is hot outside.
(cid:1) Store cassettes in their cases and out
of direct sunlight.
(cid:1) Avoid using cassettes with a total play-
ing time longer than 100 minutes (50
minutes per side). The tape used in
these cassettes is thin and could get
stuck or tangled in the cassette player.
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CARING FOR YOUR COMPACT DISC PLAYER AND DISCS (cid:1) Use only compact discs
labeled as
shown.
(cid:1) Extremely high temperatures can keep your compact disc player from working. On hot days, use the air conditioning to cool the vehicle interior before you listen to a disc.
(cid:1) Bumpy roads or other vibrations may
make your compact disc player skip.
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(cid:1) If moisture gets into your compact disc player, you may not hear any sound even though your compact disc player appears the disc from the player and wait until it dries.
to be working. Remove
(cid:1) Your compact disc player cannot play special shaped or low- quality compact discs such as those shown here. Do not use them as the player could be damaged.
inserting
(cid:1) Handle compact discs carefully, espe- them. cially when you are them on the edge and do not Hold bend fingerprints them. Avoid getting on them, particularly on the shiny side. (cid:1) Dirt, scrapes, warping, pin holes, or other disc damage could cause the player to skip or to repeat a section of a track. (To see a pin hole, hold the disc up to the light.)
(cid:1) Remove discs from the compact disc
them. Store
player when you are not listening to their plastic cases away from moisture, heat, and direct sunlight.
them
in
To clean a compact disc: Wipe it with a soft, lint- free cloth that has been damp- ened with water. Wipe in a straight line from the center to the edge of the disc (not in circles). Dry it with another soft, lint- free cloth. Do not use a conventional record cleaner or anti- static device.
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CAUTION
Compact disc players use an invisible laser beam which could cause hazard- ous if directed outside the unit. Be sure to operate the player correctly.
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OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Air conditioning system Controls Air flow selector settings Operating tips Side vents
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1. Air Intake Selector 2. Air Flow Selector 3. “A/C” Button 4. Fan Speed Selector 5. Temperature Selector
Controls
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Fan speed selector Turn the knob to adjust the fan speed—to the right to increase, to the left to de- crease. Temperature selector Turn the knob to adjust the temperature— to the right to warm, to the left to cool.
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Air flow selector Turn the knob to select the vents used for air flow. 1. Panel—Air
flows mainly
the in-
from
strument panel vents.
2. Bi- level—Air flows from both the floor vents and the instrument panel vents. 3. Floor—Air flows mainly from the floor
vents.
the
4. Floor/Windshield—Air
flows mainly floor vents and windshield
from vents. Use with the air intake selector posi- tioned in Fresh.
5. Windshield—Air flows mainly from the
windshield vents. Use with the air intake selector posi- tioned in Fresh.
For details about air flow selector settings, see the illustration after “A/C” button. Turning the air flow control knob to wind- shield or floor/windshield position turns on the defroster- linked air conditioning. At this time, the “A/C” button indicator comes on regardless of whether or not the “A/C” button is pressed in. This is to clean up the front view more quickly. When the “A/C” button is not pressed in, turning the air flow control knob to anoth- er position turns off the air conditioning.
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“A/C” button To turn on the air conditioning, press the “A/C” button. The “A/C” button indicator will come on. To turn the air conditioning off, press the button again. If the “A/C” button indicator flashes, there is a problem in the air conditioning system and the air conditioning automatically shuts off. If this happens, take your ve- hicle to a Toyota dealer for service.
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Air intake selector Move the lever to select the air source. 1. Recirculate—Recirculates the air inside
the vehicle.
2. Fresh—Draws outside air into the sys-
tem.
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Air flow selector settings
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Operating tips (cid:1) To cool off your Toyota after
it has been parked in the hot sun, drive with the windows open for a few minutes. This vents the hot air, allowing the air conditioning to cool the interior more quickly.
(cid:1) Make sure the air intake grilles in front of the windshield are not blocked (by leaves or snow, for example).
(cid:1) On humid days, do not blow cold air on the windshield. The windshield could fog up because of the difference in air temperature on the inside and outside of the windshield.
(cid:1) Keep the area under the seats clear to allow air to circulate throughout the ve- hicle.
(cid:1) On cold days, turn the fan speed to “HI” for a minute to help clear the in- take ducts of snow or moisture. This can reduce the amount of fogging on the windows.
(cid:1) When driving on dusty roads, close all windows. If dust thrown up by the ve- hicle is still drawn into the vehicle after closing the windows, it is recommended that the air intake selector be set to FRESH and the fan speed selector to any setting except “OFF”.
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(cid:1) If following another vehicle on a dusty road, or driving in windy and dusty conditions, it is recommended that the air intake selector be temporarily set to RECIRCULATE, which will close off the outside passage and prevent outside air and dust from entering the vehicle interior.
Heating For best results, set controls to:
Air conditioning For best results, set controls to:
Fan speed—Any setting except “OFF” Temperature—Towards WARM
Fan speed—Any setting except “OFF” Temperature—Towards COLD
(red zone)
Air intake—FRESH (outside air) Air flow—FLOOR Air conditioning—OFF
(blue zone)
Air intake—FRESH (outside air) Air flow—PANEL Air conditioning—ON
for a
few minutes. To keep
(cid:1) For quick heating, select recirculated air the windows from fogging. select fresh af- ter interior has been warmed.
the vehicle
(cid:1) Press the “A/C” button on for dehumidi-
fied heating.
(cid:1) Choose floor/windshield air flow to heat the vehicle interior while defrosting or defogging the windshield.
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(cid:1) For quick cooling, move the air intake selector to recirculate for a few min- utes.
Ventilation For best results, set controls to:
Fan speed—Any setting except “OFF” Temperature—Towards COLD
(blue zone)
Air intake—FRESH (outside air) Air flow—PANEL Air conditioning—OFF
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Defogging The inside of the windshield For best results, set controls to:
Defrosting The outside of the windshield For best results, set controls to:
Fan speed—Any setting except “OFF” Temperature—Towards WARM
Fan speed—Any setting except “OFF” Temperature—Towards WARM
(red zone) to heat; COLD (blue zone) to cool
Air intake—FRESH (outside air) Air flow—WINDSHIELD
turns on
Turning the air flow control knob to wind- shield position the defroster- linked air conditioning. At this time, the “A/C” button indicator comes on regard- less of whether or not the “A/C” button is pressed in. This is to clean up the front view more quickly. When the “A/C” button is not pressed in, turning the air flow control knob to a posi- tion other than windshield or floor/wind- shield turns off the air conditioning. (cid:1) On humid days, do not blow cold air on the windshield—the difference be- tween the outside and inside tempera- tures could make the fogging worse.
(red zone)
Air intake—FRESH (outside air) Air flow—WINDSHIELD
turns on
Turning the air flow control knob to wind- shield position the defroster- linked air conditioning. At this time, the “A/C” button indicator comes on regard- less of whether or not the “A/C” button is pressed in. This is to clean up the front view more quickly. When the “A/C” button is not pressed in, turning the air flow control knob to a posi- tion other than windshield or floor/wind- shield turns off the air conditioning. (cid:1) To heat the vehicle interior while de- floor/
the windshield, choose
frosting windshield air flow.
Side vents
Open
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If air flow control is not satisfactory, check the side vents. The side vents may be opened or closed as shown.
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OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Other equipment Clock Cigarette lighter and ashtray Glove box Front box Auxiliary box Luggage space Cup holders Floor mat
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Clock
Cigarette lighter and ashtray
If the electrical power source has been disconnected from the clock, the time dis- play will automatically be set to 1:00 (one o’clock). When lights are turned on, the brightness of the time indi- cation will be reduced.
instrument panel
the
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The digital clock indicates the time. The key must be in the “ACC” or “ON” position. To reset the hour: Push the “H” button. To reset the minutes: Push the “M” button. If quick adjustment to a full hour is de- sired, push the “:00” button. if the “:00” button is de- For example, pressed when is between 1:01—1:29, the time will change to 1:00. If the time will change to 2:00.
is between 1:30—1:59,
time
time
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CIGARETTE LIGHTER To use the cigarette lighter, press it in. When it becomes heated, it automatical- ly pops out ready for use. If the engine is not running, the key must be in the “ACC” position. Do not hold the cigarette lighter pressed in. Use a Toyota genuine cigarette lighter or equivalent for replacement.
ASHTRAY To use the ashtray, pull out the lid. finished with your cigarette, thor- When oughly extinguish it in the ashtray to pre- vent other cigarette butts from catching fire. After using the ashtray, close the lid completely. To remove the ashtray, pull the lid and pull it out.
CAUTION
To reduce the chance of in case of an accident or sudden stop while driving, always close the lid completely after using.
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Front box
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To use the front box in the trunk, do this. 1. Open the trunk lid, and pull the lock
release lever.
To use the glove box, do this. To open: Compress the lock release but- tons. To lock: Insert the master key and turn it clockwise.
CAUTION
To reduce the chance of in case of an accident or a sudden stop, always keep the glove box door closed while driving.
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Auxiliary box
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Front of vehicle
DRAINAGE OF THE FRONT BOX In case that the water is pooled inside the front box, remove the grommet on the bottom of the box to drain the water.
Instrument panel
To use the box, open it as shown in the illustration.
NOTICE
CAUTION
Since the front box is not waterproof completely, it is possible for the things stored in the box to the drenched.
To reduce the chance of in case of an accident or a sudden stop, always keep the auxiliary box closed while driving.
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2. Fix the cover by hitching the inside clip
on the hood.
NOTICE
(cid:1) Do not place valuables in the front
box to prevent robbery.
(cid:1) Do not place anything which weighs
over 5 kg (11 lb.) in the front box.
If something weighs over 5 kg (11
lb.) is placed in the front box while
driving, the front box may be dam-
aged.
(cid:1) Be sure to lock the cover securely when you close the trunk lid. If the cover is not securely locked, it may cause damage to the trunk lid.
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Luggage space—
Folding board
NOTICE
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(cid:1) Do not place valuables in the lug-
gage space to prevent robbery.
(cid:1) Do not lower the soft top while placing a luggage which is higher than the bottom edge of the flare inside the luggage space. The luggage may be damaged by hitting the folding board or the im- properly folded soft top may flap in the wind and cause an accident.
flare
Lean the seatback forward to use the luggage space. To open: Pull the lever. To lock: Insert the master key and turn it clockwise.
CAUTION
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NOTICE
luggage
(cid:1) Do not place tapered things or a long luggage space. That may damage the water receiving bag installed behind the side trims.
into
the
(cid:1) Do not lower the soft top with a long luggage loaded. The luggage may touch the lower portion of the soft top side rails and may be dam- aged.
(cid:1) Never remove the side trims except when loading a long luggage. Other- wise, the luggage may move while driving and damage the water re- ceiving bag or the luggage may be damaged when is opened.
the soft
top
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When you load a long luggage Remove the side trims on the both sides in the luggage space when you need to load a tapered things) such as a golf bag. The side trims can be removed by pulling the clips (at two places).
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long
Removing clips
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Cup holders
Floor mat
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Front