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dealer as soon as possible: (cid:1) Any of the SRS side airbags and cur- tain shield airbags have been inflated. (cid:1) The portion of the doors (shaded in the illustration) was involved in an accident that was not severe enough to cause the SRS side airbags and curtain shield airbags to inflate.

(cid:1) The surface of the seats with the side airbag (shaded is scratched, cracked, or otherwise dam- aged.

illustration)

the

in

(cid:1) The portion of

roof side

the front pillars, rear pillars and rail garnishes (padding) containing the curtain shield airbags inside (shaded in the illustra- tion) is scratched, cracked, or other- wise damaged.

NOTICE

Do not disconnect the battery cables before contacting your Toyota dealer.

Child restraint— —Child restraint precautions Toyota strongly urges the use of ap- propriate child restraint systems for children. The laws of all 50 states in the U.S.A. and Canada now require the use of a child restraint system. Your vehicle conforms to SAEJ1819. If a child is too large for a child restraint system, the child should sit in the rear seat and must be restrained using the vehicle’s seat belt. See “Seat belts” on page 44 in this Section for details.

CAUTION

(cid:1) For effective protection in automo- bile accidents and sudden stops, a child must be properly restrained, using a seat belt or child restraint system depending on the age and size of the child. Holding a child in your arms is not a substitute for a child restraint system. In an acci- dent, the child can be crushed against the windshield, or between you and the vehicle’s interior.

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(cid:1) On vehicles with side airbags and curtain shield airbags, do not allow the child to lean his/her head or any part of his/her body against the door or the area of the seat, front or rear pillar or roof side rail from which the side airbags or curtain shield airbags deploy even if the child is seated in the child restraint system. It is dangerous if the side airbag and curtain shield airbag in- flate, and the impact could cause death or serious injury to the child. (cid:1) Do not use the seat belt extender when restraint system on the front or rear passen- ger seat. installing a child re- straint system with the seat belt extender connected to the seat belt, the seat belt will not securely hold the child restraint system, which could cause death or serious injury to the child or other passengers in the event of collision.

installing a child

If

(cid:1) Toyota strongly urges use of a proper child restraint system which conforms to the size of the child, installed on the rear seat. Accord- ing to accident statistics, the child is safer when properly restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat. (cid:1) Never install a rear- facing child re- straint system on the front passen- ger seat. In the event of an acci- dent, the force of the rapid inflation of the front passenger airbag can cause death or serious injury to the the rear- facing child re- child straint system is installed on the front passenger seat.

if

the

(cid:1) A forward- facing child restraint sys- to be tem should be allowed front passenger installed on seat only when it is unavoidable. Always move the seat as far back as possible, because the front pas- inflate with senger airbag could considerable speed and force. Otherwise, the child may be killed or seriously injured.

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(cid:1) Make sure you have complied with all installation instructions provided by the child restraint manufacturer and that the system is properly se- cured. If it is not secured properly, it may cause death or serious injury to the child in the event of a sud- den stop or accident.

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—Types of child restraint system Child restraint systems are classified into the following 3 types depending on the child’s age and size. (A) Infant seat (B) Convertible seat (C) Booster seat Install the child restraint system following the instructions provided by its manufac- turer. Your vehicle has anchor brackets for se- curing the top strap of a child restraint system. For instructions about how to use the an- chor bracket, see “—Using a top strap” on page 83 in this Section. The child restraint lower anchorages ap- proved for your vehicle may also be used. See “—Installation with child restraint low- er anchorages” on page 85 in this Sec- tion.

(A) Infant seat

—Child restraint system A child restraint system for a small child or baby must itself be properly restrained on the seat with the lap por- tion of the lap/shoulder belt. You must carefully consult the manufacturer’s instructions which accompany the child restraint system. To provide proper restraint, use a child restraint system following the manufactur- er’s instructions about the appropriate age and size of the child for the child restraint system. Install the child restraint system correctly following the instructions provided by its manufacturer. General directions are also provided under the following illustrations. restraint system should be The child installed on the rear seat. According to accident statistics, the child is safer when properly restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat. When not using the child restraint system, keep it secured with the seat belt or place it somewhere other the passenger compartment. This will prevent it from in- juring passengers in the event of a sud- den stop or accident.

than

(B) Convertible seat

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(C) Booster seat

(A) INFANT SEAT INSTALLATION An infant seat must be used in rear- facing position only.

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CAUTION

(cid:1) When installing a rear- facing child restraint system in the rear seat, move the rear seat to the rear- most lock position to prevent the child restraint system interfering with the front seat. Otherwise, the child restraint system may not be properly secured. In the event of an accident, this may cause death or serious injury.

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(cid:1) Never install a rear- facing child re- straint system on the front passen- ger seat. In the event of an acci- dent, the force of the rapid inflation of the front passenger airbag can cause death or serious injury to the the rear- facing child re- child straint system is installed on the front passenger seat.

if

the

lock mechanism of

(cid:1) Do not install a child restraint sys- tem on the rear seat if it interferes with the front seats. Otherwise, the child or front seat occupant(s) may be killed or seriously injured in case of sud- den braking or a collision.

(cid:1) If the driver’s seat position does not allow sufficient space for safe the child installation, install re- straint system on the rear right seat.

Same position

Same angle

(cid:1) When

installing a child restraint system on the rear center position, adjust both seat cushions to the same position and align both seat- backs at the same angle. Otherwise, the child restraint system cannot be securely restrained and this may cause death or serious injuries in a collision.

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CAUTION

(cid:1) After inserting the tab, make sure the tab and buckle are locked and that the lap and shoulder portions of the belt are not twisted.

(cid:1) Do not insert coins, clips, etc. in the buckle as this may prevent your child from properly latching the tab and buckle.

(cid:1) If the seat belt does not function it cannot protect your normally, child from death or serious injury. Contact your Toyota dealer immedi- ately. Do not the child restraint system on the seat until the seat belt is fixed.

install

1. Run the lap and shoulder belt through or around the infant seat following the instructions provided by its manufactur- er and insert the tab into the buckle taking care not to twist the belt. Keep the lap portion of the belt tight.

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2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it in the lock mode. When the belt is then retracted even slightly, it cannot be extended.

the

To hold infant seat securely, make sure the belt is in the lock mode before letting the belt retract.

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3. While pressing the infant seat

firmly against the seat cushion and seatback, let the shoulder belt retract as far as it will go to hold the infant seat secure- ly.

CAUTION

Push and pull the child restraint sys- tem in different directions to be sure it is secure. Follow all the installation instructions provided by its manufac- turer.

4. To remove the infant seat, press the buckle release button and allow the belt to retract completely. The belt will move to work for an adult or older child passen- ger.

freely again and be ready

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CAUTION

(cid:1) When installing a rear- facing child restraint system in the rear seat, move the rear seat to the rear- most lock position to prevent the child restraint system interfering with the front seat. Otherwise, the child restraint system may not be properly secured. In the event of an accident, this may cause death or serious injury.

from

(cid:1) Never install a rear- facing child re- straint system on the front passen- ger seat. In the event of an acci- dent, the force of the rapid inflation of the front passenger airbag can cause death or serious injury to the the rear- facing child re- child straint system is installed on the front passenger seat.

if

(B) CONVERTIBLE SEAT INSTALLATION A convertible seat must be used in for- ward- facing or rear- facing position de- pending on the age and size of the child. When the manufacturer’s instruction about the ap- plicable age and size of the child as well as directions the child restraint system.

installing,

installing

follow

for

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(cid:1) On vehicles with side airbags and curtain shield airbags, do not allow the child to lean his/her head or any part of his/her body against the door or the area of the seat, front or rear pillar or roof side rail from which the side airbags or curtain shield airbags deploy even if the child is seated in the child restraint system. It is dangerous if the side airbag and curtain shield airbag in- flate, and the impact could cause death or serious injury to the child.

the

lock mechanism of

(cid:1) Do not install a child restraint sys- tem on the rear seat if it interferes with the front seats. Otherwise, the child or front seat occupant(s) may be killed or seriously injured in case of sud- den braking or a collision.

(cid:1) If the driver’s seat position does not allow sufficient space for safe the child installation, install re- straint system on the rear right seat.

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Move seat fully back

the

(cid:1) A forward- facing child restraint sys- tem should be allowed to be installed on front passenger seat only when it is unavoidable. Always move the seat as far back as possible, because the front pas- inflate with senger airbag could considerable speed and force. Otherwise, the child may be killed or seriously injured.

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Same position

Same angle

(cid:1) When

installing a child restraint system on the rear center position, adjust both seat cushions to the same position and align both seat- backs at the same angle. Otherwise, the child restraint system cannot be securely restrained and this may cause death or serious injuries in a collision.

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1. Run the lap and shoulder belt through or around the convertible seat following its the instructions manufacturer and into the buckle taking care not to twist the belt. Keep the lap portion of the belt tight.

provided insert the

by tab

CAUTION

(cid:1) After inserting the tab, make sure the tab and buckle are locked and that the lap and shoulder portions of the belt are not twisted.

(cid:1) Do not insert coins, clips, etc. in the buckle as this may prevent your child from properly latching the tab and buckle.

(cid:1) If the seat belt does not function it cannot protect your normally, child from death or serious injury. Contact your Toyota dealer immedi- ately. Do not the child restraint system on the seat until the seat belt is fixed.

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2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it in the lock mode. When the belt is then retracted slightly, it cannot be ex- tended. To hold the convertible seat securely, make sure the belt is in the lock mode before letting the belt retract.

3. While pressing

the convertible seat firmly against the seat cushion and seatback, let the shoulder belt retract as far as it will go to hold the convert- ible seat securely.

CAUTION

Push and pull the child restraint sys- tem in different directions to be sure it is secure. Follow all the installation instructions provided by its manufac- turer.

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4. To remove the convertible seat, press the buckle release button and allow the belt to retract completely. The belt will move to work for an adult or older child passen- ger.

freely again and be ready

(C) BOOSTER SEAT INSTALLATION A booster seat must be used in for- ward- facing position only.

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Move seat fully back

CAUTION

the

(cid:1) A forward- facing child restraint sys- to be tem should be allowed front passenger installed on seat only when it is unavoidable. Always move the seat as far back as possible, because the front pas- senger airbag could inflate with considerable force. and speed Otherwise, the child may be killed or seriously injured.

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Same position

Same angle

(cid:1) On vehicles with side airbags and curtain shield airbags, do not allow the child to lean his/her head or any part of his/her body against the door or the area of the seat, front or rear pillar or roof side rail from which the side airbags or curtain shield airbags deploy even if the child is seated in the child restraint system. It is dangerous if the side airbag and curtain shield airbag in- flate, and the impact could cause death or serious injury to the child.

(cid:1) When

installing a child restraint system on the rear center position, adjust both seat cushions to the same position and align both seat- backs at the same angle. Otherwise, the child restraint system cannot be securely restrained and this may cause death or serious injuries in a collision.

1. Sit the child on a booster seat. Run the lap and shoulder belt through or around the booster seat and across the child following the instructions provided by its manufacturer and insert the tab into the buckle taking care not to twist the belt.

Make sure the shoulder belt is correctly across the child’s shoulder and that the lap belt is positioned as low as possible on the child’s hips. See “Seat belts” on page 44 in this Section for details.

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CAUTION

(cid:1) Always make sure the shoulder belt is positioned across the center of child’s shoulder. The belt should be kept away from child’s neck, but not falling off child’s shoulder. Otherwise, the child may be killed or seriously injured in case of sud- den braking or a collision.

(cid:1) If the seat belt does not function normally, it cannot protect your child from death or serious injury. Contact your Toyota dealer immedi- ately. Do not the child restraint system on the seat until the seat belt is fixed.

install

could

(cid:1) Both high- positioned lap belts and cause loose- fitting belts death or serious to sliding under the lap belt during a collision or other unintended event. Keep the lap belt positioned as low on a child’s hips as possible.

injuries due

(cid:1) For child’s safety, do not place the

shoulder belt under child’s arm.

(cid:1) After inserting the tab, make sure the tab and buckle are locked and that the lap and shoulder portions of the belt are not twisted.

(cid:1) Do not insert coins, clips, etc. in the buckle as this may prevent your child from properly latching the tab and buckle.

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2. To remove the child restraint system, the buckle release button and

press allow the belt to retract.

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—Using a top strap

Follow the procedure below for a child restraint system that requires the use of a top strap.

Outside position

U.S.A.

Anchor brackets

Anchor brackets

Center position (U.S.A. only)

Canada

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For U.S.A.— Use the anchor brackets behind the rear seatbacks and on the luggage compart- ment to attach the top strap. Anchor brackets are rear seating position. For Canada— Use the anchor brackets behind the rear seatbacks to attach the top strap. Anchor brackets are installed for both out- side rear seating positions.

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TO USE THE ANCHOR BRACKET: 1. Outside anchor brackets only—

Remove the head restraint.

Outside position

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Center position (U.S.A. only)

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—Installation with child restraint lower anchorages

2. Fix the child restraint system with

the seat belt. Center anchor bracket only— Run the top strap through between both seatbacks. Latch bracket and tighten the top strap.

the hook onto

the anchor

instructions

For the child re- straint system, see “Child restraint” on page 69 in this Section.

install

to

3. Outside anchor brackets only—

Replace the head restraint.

CAUTION

(cid:1) When you use the center anchor bracket, make sure the top strap runs through between both seat- backs and tighten it. The top strap on seatback could cause death or serious to abnormal moving of the child restraint system in case of sudden braking or a col- lision.

injury due

(cid:1) Make sure the top strap is securely latched, and check that the child restraint system is secure by push- ing and pulling it in different direc- tions. Follow all the installation in- structions provided by its manufac- turer.

specifications

Lower anchorages for the child restraint systems complying with the FMVSS225
or CMVSS210.2 are installed in the rear seat. The anchorages are installed in the clear- ance between the seat cushion and seat- back of both outside rear seats. Child restraint systems complying with the FMVSS225 or CMVSS210.2 specification can be fixed to these anchorages. In this case, it is not necessary to fix the child restraint system with a seat belt on the vehicle.

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RESTRAINT

For owners in Canada The symbol on a child restraint system indicates the presence of a lower connec- tor system. CHILD INSTALLATION Type A— 1. Widen

the seat cushion and seatback slightly and confirm the position of the lower an- chorages below the tag on the seat- back.

the gap between

SYSTEM

2. Latch the hooks of lower straps onto the anchorages and tighten the lower straps. Type B— 1. Widen

the seat cushion and seatback slightly and confirm the position of the lower an- chorages below the tag on the seat- back.

the gap between

Canada only

Canada only

Type A

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Type B

2. Latch the buckles onto the anchor-

ages.

it should be anchored. (For

If your child restraint system has a top strap, the installation of the top strap, see “—Using a top strap” on page 83 in this Section.)

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lock mechanism of

(cid:1) Do not install a child restraint sys- tem on the rear seat if it interferes with the front seats. Otherwise, the child or front seat occupant(s) may be killed or seriously injured in case of sud- den braking or a collision.

For installation details, refer to the instruc- tion manual equipped with each product.

CAUTION

(cid:1) When using the lower anchorages for the child restraint system, be sure that there are no irregular ob- jects around the anchorages or that the seat belt is not caught.

(cid:1) Push and pull the child restraint system in different directions to be sure is secure. Follow all the installation instructions provided by its manufacturer.

it

(cid:1) When using the lower anchorages for the child restraint system, en- sure that the seat is moved to the rear- most position, with the seat- back close to the child restraint system.

(cid:1) After securing

the child restraint system, never slide or recline the seat.

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SECTION 1- 4

OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Steering wheel and Mirrors Tilt steering wheel Outside rear view mirrors Anti- glare inside rear view mirror Auto anti- glare inside rear view mirror Sun visors

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

90
90
92
93
94

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Tilt steering wheel

Outside rear view mirrors—

CAUTION

(cid:1) Do not adjust the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving. Doing so may cause the driver to mishan- dle the vehicle and an accident may occur resulting in death or serious injuries.

(cid:1) After adjusting the steering wheel, try moving it up and down to make sure it is locked in position.

To change the steering wheel angle, hold the steering wheel, push down the lock the steering wheel to the desired angle and return the lever to its original position.

release

lever,

tilt

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Adjust the mirror so that you can just see the side of your vehicle in the mir- ror. Be careful when judging the size or dis- tance of any object seen in the outside rear view mirror on the passenger’s side because it is a convex mirror. Any object seen in a convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than when seen in a flat mirror. On some models, when you push the rear window defogger switch, the heater panels in the outside rear view mirrors will quick- ly clear the mirror surface. (See “Rear window and outside rear view mirror de- foggers” on page 104 in Section 1- 5.)

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—Power rear view mirror control

NOTICE

If ice should jam the mirror, do not operate the control or scrape the mir- ror face. Use a spray de-icer to free the mirror.

CAUTION

(cid:1) Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is moving. Doing so may cause the driver to mishandle the vehicle and an accident may occur resulting in death or serious inju- ries.

(cid:1) Since the mirror surfaces can get hot, do not touch them when the defogger switch is on.

To adjust a mirror, use the switches. 1. Master switch—To select the mirror to

be adjusted Push (right).

the switch to “L” (left) or “R”

2. Control switch—To move the mirror

Push the switch in the desired direc- tion.

Mirrors can be adjusted when the key is in the “ACC” or “ON” position.

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—Folding rear view mirrors

Anti- glare inside rear view mirror

CAUTION

Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is moving. Doing so may cause the driver to mishandle the ve- hicle and an accident may occur re- sulting in death or serious injuries.

The rear view mirrors can be folded backward for parking in compact areas. To fold the rear view mirror, push back- ward.

CAUTION

Do not drive with the mirrors folded backward. Both the driver and pas- senger side rear view mirrors must be extended and properly adjusted before driving.

Adjust the mirror so that you can just see the rear of your vehicle in the mir- ror. To reduce glare from the headlights of the vehicle behind you during night driving, operate the lever on the lower edge of the mirror. Daylight driving—Lever at position 1
The reflection in the mirror has greater clarity at this position. Night driving—Lever at position 2
Remember that by reducing glare you also lose some rear view clarity.

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Auto anti- glare inside rear view mirror

Adjust the mirror so that you can just see the rear of your vehicle in the mir- ror. This mirror is equipped with auto anti- glare function. The function is designed to reduce glare from the headlights of the vehicle behind you during night driving. When inserted and turned on, the inside rear view mirror al- ways turns on in the automatic function mode. The indicator illuminates to show you that the function is on.

ignition key

the

is

In automatic function mode, if the mirror detects light from the headlights of the the mirror surface vehicle behind you, darkens slightly the reflected light. To turn off the automatic function, push the “

to reduce

” switch.

To turn on the automatic function again, push the “

” switch.

Adjust it before driving so that the rear view is in the best condition. When the inside air temperature is low, it may take a little longer for the mirror to darken the detection of headlights.

in response

to

CAUTION

Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is moving. Doing so may cause the driver to mishandle the ve- hicle and an accident may occur re- sulting in death or serious injuries.

functioning of an To ensure correct anti- glare mirror sensors located on both sides of the mirror, do not touch or cover the sensors with your finger or a piece of cloth, etc.

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Sun visors—

—Vanity mirrors

To block out glare, move the sun visor. To block out glare from the front—Swing down the main sun visor (position 1). To block out glare from the side—Swing down the main sun visor, remove it from the hook and swing it to the lateral side (position 2). Type A—If glare comes from obliquely be- hind you, slide the visor backward (to position 3). Type B—If glare comes from obliquely be- hind you, extend the plate at the end of the visor (to position 3).

CAUTION

(cid:1) Type A—Slide the sun visor only when it is swung down to the later- al side. It can cover the anti- glare inside rear view mirror and obstruct the rear view.

(cid:1) Type B—Do not extend the plate at the end of the sun visor when the visor is in the position 1. It can cover rear view mirror and obstruct the rear view.

the anti- glare

inside

Type A

Type B

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Type B

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To use the vanity mirrors, swing down the main sun visor and slide the cover. Type A only— The vanity light comes on when you slide the cover.

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SECTION 1- 5

OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Lights, Wipers and Defogger Headlights and turn signals Emergency flashers Instrument panel light control Front fog lights Interior lights Personal light Ignition switch light Windshield wipers and washer Rear window wiper and washer Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers

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

98
99
100
100
100
101
102
102
103
104

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Headlights and turn signals

NOTICE

To prevent the battery from being dis- charged, do not leave the lights on for a long period when the engine is not running.

Daytime running light system (on some models) The headlights turn on at reduced intensi- ty when the parking brake is released with the engine started, even with light switch in the “OFF” position. They will not go off until the ignition switch is turned off. To turn on the other exterior lights and instrument panel lights, twist the knob to the position 1. Twist the knob to the position 2 to turn to full intensity for driving at night.

the

High- Low beams—For high beams, turn the headlights on and push the lever away from you (position 1). Pull the lever to- ward you (position 2) for low beams. The headlight high beam light indicator (blue light) on the instrument panel will tell you that the high beams are on. Flashing the high beam headlights (position 3)—Pull the way back. The high beam headlights turn off when you release the lever. You can flash the high beam headlights with the knob turned to “OFF”.

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tail,

license plate,

HEADLIGHTS To turn on the following lights: Twist the headlight/turn signal lever knob. Position 1—Parking, side marker and instrument panel lights Position 2—Headlights and all of above Light reminder buzzer A buzzer will remind you to turn the lights off when the driver’s door is opened if you remove the key with the headlight switch on.

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Emergency flashers

NOTICE

To prevent the battery from being dis- charged, do not leave the switch on longer than necessary when the en- gine is not running.

TURN SIGNALS To signal a turn, push the headlight/ turn signal lever up or down to position 1. The key must be in the “ON” position. The lever automatically returns after you make a turn, but you may have to return it by hand after you change lanes. To signal a lane change, move the lever up or down to the pressure point (position 2) and hold it. If the turn signal indicator lights (green lights) on the instrument panel flash faster than normal, a front or rear turn signal bulb is burned out. See “Replacing light bulbs” on page 304 in Section 7- 3.

flashers,

turn on

the emergency

To push the switch. All the turn signal lights will flash. To turn them off, push the switch once again. Turn on the emergency flashers to warn other drivers if your vehicle must be stopped where it might be a traffic hazard. Always pull as far off the road as pos- sible. The turn signal light switch will not work when the emergency flashers are operat- ing.

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Instrument panel light control

Front fog lights

Interior lights

To adjust the brightness of the instru- ment panel lights, turn the knob.

To turn on the front fog lights, twist the band of the headlight and turn sig- nal switch lever. They will come on only when the headlights are on low beam.

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To turn on the interior light, slide the switch. The interior light switch has the following positions: “ON”—Keeps the light on all the time. “OFF”—Turns the light off. “DOOR”—Turns the light on when any of the side doors and back door are opened. The light goes off when all the side doors and back door are closed.

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ILLUMINATED ENTRY SYSTEM (with the power door lock system) When the switch is in the “DOOR” posi- tion and any of the side doors and back door are opened, the lights will come on. After all the side doors and back door are closed, the lights remain on for about 15
seconds before fading out. However, in the following cases, the light fades out immediately: (cid:1) All the side doors and back door are in

ignition key

closed when “ACC” or “ON” position.

the

is

(cid:1) All the side doors and back door are

locked when the light is still on.

When all the side doors and back door are unlocked simultaneously using either the key or the wireless remote control transmitter, the interior lights will come on and remain on for about 15 seconds be- fore fading out. INTERIOR LIGHT CUT OFF OPERATION To prevent the battery being discharged, the light will automatically turn off when the ignition switch is in the “LOCK” posi- tion and the door is left opened with the switch at “DOOR” position for 20 minutes or more.

Personal light

With moon roof

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To turn on the personal light, push the switch. To turn the light off, push the switch once again.

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Ignition switch light

Windshield wipers and washer

To prevent the battery being discharged, the light will automatically turn off when the ignition switch is in the “LOCK” posi- tion and the door is left opened for 20
minutes or more.

For easy access to the ignition switch, the ignition switch light comes on when any of the doors are opened. Vehicles with the power door tem— (cid:1) The light remains on for about 15 sec-

lock sys-

onds after all the doors are closed.

(cid:1) When all the doors are locked, or when the ignition switch is turned to “ACC” or “ON” after all the doors are closed, the light fades out.

the key or

(cid:1) When any door is unlocked using ei- ther the wireless remote control key, the light will come on and remain on for about 15 seconds before fading out.

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To turn on the windshield wipers, move the lever to the desired setting. The key must be in the “ON” position.

Lever position

Speed setting

Position 1

Position 2

Position 3

Intermittent

Slow

Fast

For a single sweep of push the lever up and release it.

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The “INT TIME” band lets you adjust the wiping time interval when the wiper lever is in the intermittent position (position 1). Twist increase the time between sweeps, and downward to decrease it. To squirt washer fluid, pull the lever toward you. If the windshield wipers are off, they will operate a couple of times after the washer squirts. For instructions on adding washer fluid, see “Adding washer fluid” on page 303 in Section 7- 3. In freezing weather, warm the windshield with the defroster before using the washer. This will help prevent fluid from freezing on your windshield, which can block your vision.

the washer

NOTICE

Do not operate the wipers if the wind- shield is dry. It may scratch the glass.

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Rear window wiper and washer

NOTICE

Do not operate the rear wiper if the rear window is dry. It may scratch the glass.

To turn on the rear window wiper, twist the lever knob upward. The key must be in the “ON” position.

Lever position

Speed setting

Position 1

Position 2

Intermittent

Normal

To squirt washer fluid on the rear window, twist the knob upward or downward as far as it will go (position 3 or 4). The knob automatically returns from these positions after you release it. For instructions on adding washer fluid, see “Adding washer fluid” on page 303 in Section 7- 3.

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Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers

To defog or defrost the rear window, push the switch. The key must be in the “ON” position. The thin heater wires on the inside of the rear window will quickly clear the window surface. An indicator light will illuminate to indicate the defogger is operating. On some models, the heater panels in the outside rear view mirrors will also quickly clear the surfaces. Push the switch once again to turn the defoggers off. The system will automatically shut off af- ter the defoggers have operated about 15
minutes.

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CAUTION

Since the mirror surfaces can get hot, do not touch them when the switch is on.

turn

Make sure you the defoggers off when the surfaces are clear. Leaving the defoggers on for a long time could cause the battery to discharge, especially during stop- and- go driving. The defoggers are not designed for drying rain water or for melting snow. If the outside rear view mirrors are heavi- ly coated with ice, use a spray de- icer before operating the switch.

NOTICE

When cleaning the inside of the rear window, be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires or connec- tors.

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SECTION 1- 6

OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Gauges, Meters and Service reminder indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fuel gauge Engine coolant temperature gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tachometer Odometer and two trip meters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers

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Fuel gauge

Engine coolant temperature gauge

On inclines or curves, due to the move- ment of fuel in the tank, the fuel gauge needle may fluctuate or the low fuel level warning light may come on earlier than usual. If the fuel tank is completely empty, the malfunction indicator lamp comes on. Fill the fuel tank immediately. The indicator lamp goes off after driving several times. If the indicator lamp does not go off, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. It is not a malfunction even if the needle of the fuel gauge returns to “E” when the ignition switch is turned to the “START” position.

indicates

The gauge the approximate quantity of fuel remaining in the tank when the ignition switch is on. Nearly full—Needle at “F” Nearly empty—Needle at “E” It is a good idea to keep the tank over 1/4 full. The needle moves when braking, acceler- ating or making turns. This is caused 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 into the red zone, 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.

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(cid:1) Idling for a long period with the air conditioning on in stop- and- go traffic.

(cid:1) Towing a trailer. It is not a malfunction even if the needle of the engine coolant temperature gauge returns to “C” when the ignition switch is turned to the “START” position.

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 ve- hicle overheats” on page 244 in Section 4.

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Tachometer

NOTICE

Do not let the indicator needle get into the red zone. This may cause severe engine damage.

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. It is not a malfunction even if the needle of the tachometer returns to the bottom position when the ignition switch is turned to the “START” position.

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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 the meter A reading, 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.

to

Odometer and two trip meters

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.

fuel economy and

the other

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Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers

If the indicator or buzzer comes on...

Do this.

(a)

(b)

(c)

(d)

(e)

(f)

(g)

or

If parking brake is off, stop immediately and contact Toyota dealer.

(indicator and buzzer)

Fasten driver’s seat belt.

Fasten front passenger’s seat belt.

Stop and check.

Stop and check.

or

Take vehicle to Toyota dealer.

Fill up tank.

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If the indicator or buzzer comes on...

Do this.

(h)

(i)

(j)

(k)

(l)

(m)

(n)

(o)

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or

Take vehicle to Toyota dealer. If brake system warning light is also on, stop immediately and contact Toyota dealer.

Close all side doors and back door.

Take vehicle to Toyota dealer immediately.

Stop and check.

Take vehicle to Toyota dealer.

Adjust tire inflation pressure. If the light remains, contact Toyota dealer.

Add washer fluid.

Replace engine oil.

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If the indicator or buzzer comes on...

Do this.

(p)

(q)

Key reminder buzzer

Remove key.

Light reminder buzzer

Turn off lights.

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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... Vehicles with anti- lock brake system— This light comes on for a few seconds when to the “ON” position even after the parking brake is released. (cid:1) When the brake fluid level is low...

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turned

the

is

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 cases: (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.

Vehicles with anti- lock brake system— (cid:1) The light does not come on even if the ignition key is turned on with the park- ing brake released.

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

(b) Driver’s Seat Belt Reminder Light

and Buzzer

CAUTION

If either of the following conditions occurs, immediately stop your vehicle at a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer. (cid:1) The

light does not turn off even after the parking brake is released while the engine is running. In this case, the brakes may not work properly and your stopping distance will become longer. De- press the brake pedal firmly and bring the vehicle to an immediate stop.

Vehicles with anti- lock brake sys- tem— (cid:1) The brake system warning light re- mains on together with the “ABS” warning light. In this case, not only the anti- lock brake system will fail but also the vehicle will become extremely un- stable during braking.

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. (c) Front Passenger’s Seat Belt Re-

flashing and

light keeps

the

minder Light

This light reminds you to buckle up the front passenger’s seat belt. Once the ignition key is turned to “ON” or “START”, the reminder light flashes if a passenger sits in the front passenger seat and does not fasten the seat belt. Howev- er, if a front passenger uses an additional seat cushion, the light may not flash even when the seat belt is not buckled up. If luggage or other load is placed on the front passenger seat, depending on its weight and how it is placed on the seat, built- in sensors in the seat cushion may detect the pressure, causing the reminder light to keep flashing.

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(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.

NOTICE

Do not continue driving if the engine drive belt is broken or loose.

(e) Low Engine 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.

light may occasionally

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.

low. It

NOTICE

Do not drive the vehicle with the warning light on—even for one block. It may ruin the engine.

(f) Malfunction Indicator Lamp This lamp comes on when the ignition key is turned to the “ON” position and goes off after the engine starts. This means that the warning light system is operating properly. If the lamp remains on, or the lamp comes on while driving, first check the followings. (cid:1) Empty fuel tank

If the fuel tank is empty, refuel immedi- ately.

(cid:1) Loose fuel tank cap

If the fuel tank cap is loose, securely tighten it.

These cases are temporary malfunctions. The malfunction indicator lamp will go off after taking several driving trips. If the lamp does not go off even after several trips, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. If the fuel tank is not empty or the fuel tank cap is not loose... (cid:1) There is a problem somewhere in the engine, emission control system, elec- tronic throttle control system, automatic transmission electrical system or warn- ing light system itself.

Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle. If the engine speed does not increase with the accelerator pedal depressed down, there may be a problem somewhere in your electronic throttle control system. At this time, vibration may occur. Howev- er, if you depress the accelerator pedal more firmly and slowly, you can drive your vehicle at low speeds. Have your vehicle checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

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Even if the abnormality of the electronic throttle control system is corrected during low speed driving, the system may not be recovered until the engine is stopped and the to “ACC” or ignition key “LOCK” position.

turned

is

CAUTION

Be especially careful to prevent erro- neous pedal operation.

if

inspection

Emissions Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) programs Your vehicle may not pass a state emission the malfunction indicator lamp remains on. Contact your Toyota dealer to check your vehicle’s emission and OBD (On- Board Diagnostics) system before taking your vehicle for the inspection. For details, see “Emissions Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) programs” on page 274
in Section 6.

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(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. (h) “ABS” Warning Light Vehicles without vehicle stability control system— The light comes on when the ignition key is turned to the “ON” position. If the anti- lock brake system works properly, the light turns off after a few seconds. There- after, if the system malfunctions, the light comes on again. When the “ABS” warning light is on (and the brake system warning light is off), the anti- lock brake system does not operate, but the brake system still operates con- ventionally. When the “ABS” warning light is on (and the brake system warning light is off), the anti- lock brake system does not operate so that the wheels could lock up during a sudden braking or braking on slippery road surfaces.

in

the following conditions If either of indicates a malfunction occurs, this somewhere the components moni- tored by the warning light system. Con- tact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle. (cid:1) The light does not come on when the ignition key is turned to the “ON” posi- tion, or remains on.

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

ing.

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

CAUTION

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

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the systems malfunctions,

Vehicles with vehicle stability control system— The light comes on when the ignition key is turned to the “ON” position. If the anti- lock brake system and the brake assist system work properly, the light turns off after a few seconds. Thereafter, if either of light comes on again. When the “ABS” warning light is on (and the brake system warning light is off), the anti- lock brake system, the brake assist system, the traction control system and the vehicle stability control system do not operate, but the brake system still oper- ates conventionally. When the “ABS” warning light is on (and the brake system warning light is off), the anti- lock brake system does not operate so that the wheels could lock up during