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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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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.

Engine coolant temperature gauge

LS16002

The gauge indicates the engine coolant temperature when the engine 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:

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D Driving up a long hill on a hot day. D Reducing speed or stopping after high

speed driving.

D Idling for a long period with the air conditioning on in stop−and−go traffic.

D Towing a trailer.

NOTICE

z 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.

z Do not continue driving with an overheated engine. See “If your ve- hicle overheats” in Section 4.

Tachometer

Odometer and two trip meters

LS16003

LS16004

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.

fuel economy and

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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

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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)

(indicator and buzzer)

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

(indicator and buzzer)

Fasten driver’s seat belt.

(indicator and buzzer)

Fasten front passenger’s seat belt.

Stop immediately and contact Toyota dealer.

Stop and check.

Take vehicle to Toyota dealer.

Replace engine oil.

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If the indicator or buzzer comes on...

Do this.

(h)

(i)

(j)

(k)

(l)

(m)

(n)

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Low fuel level warning light

Fill up tank.

or

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

If the light flashes, take vehicle to Toyota dealer.

Close all doors.

Take vehicle to Toyota dealer immediately.

Adjust tire inflation pressure (including spare tire). If the warning light comes on after blinking for 1 minute, contact Toyota dealer.

Stop and check.

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If the indicator or buzzer comes on...

Do this.

Key reminder buzzer

Remove key.

Parking brake reminder buzzer

Release parking brake.

(o)

(p)

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(a) Brake System Warning Light and

buzzer

This light comes on in the following cases when the engine switch is in the “ON” position. D When the parking brake is applied... This light comes on for a few seconds when the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position even after the parking brake is released. D When the brake fluid level is low...

CAUTION

It is dangerous to continue driving normally when the brake fluid level is low.

D When

the hydraulic brake booster fails (with the vehicle stability con- trol system)...

If the hydraulic booster causes a problem resulting in poor braking performance, the warning light comes on and buzzer sounds continuously. Have your vehicle checked at your Toyota dealer in the following case:

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D The light does not come on even if the parking brake is applied when the en- gine switch is in the “ON” position.

D The light does not come on even if the the

turned on with

engine switch parking brake released.

is

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

CAUTION

Without the vehicle stability control system— If either of the following conditions occurs, immediately stop your vehicle at a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer. D 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.

D 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.

With the vehicle stability control sys- tem— If any of the following conditions oc- curs, immediately stop your vehicle at a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer. D The

light does not turn off even after the parking brake is released while the engine is running.

D The warning buzzer comes on to-

gether with the warning light. In either case, this can indicate that the brakes may not work properly and your stopping distance will be- come the brake pedal firmly and bring the vehicle to an immediate stop.

longer. Depress

D The brake system warning light re- mains on together with the “ABS” warning light.

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In this case, not only the anti−lock brake system will fail but also the vehicle will become extremely un- stable during braking.

With the vehicle stability control system— Any of the following conditions may oc- cur, but do not indicate the malfunc- tion: D The light may stay on for about 60
seconds after is turned to the “ON” position. It is nor- mal if it turns off after a while.

the engine switch

turn on

D Depressing the brake pedal repeatedly may light and buzzer. It is normal if the light turns off and the buzzer stops sounding after a few seconds.

the warning

D You may hear a small sound in the engine compartment after the engine is started or the brake pedal is depressed repeatedly. This is a pump pulsating sound of the brake system, and it is not a malfunction.

(b) Driver’s Seat Belt Reminder Light

and Buzzer

(c) Front Passenger’s Seat Belt Re-

minder Light and Buzzer

the

the

fastens

reminder

“START”,

the belt,

The light and buzzer act as a reminder to buckle up the driver’s seat belt. Once the engine switch is turned to the “ON” or light flashes and buzzer sounds if the driver’s seat belt is not fastened. Unless the driv- er light continues flashing and the buzzer stops after about 4 to 8 seconds. If the vehicle speed rises above 20 km/h (12 mph) with the seat belt unfastened, the buzzer will sound for about 10 sec- onds. Then, if the seat belt is still unfas- tened, the buzzer will sound in a different tone for 20 seconds. Even if the vehicle speed drops below 20 km/h (12 mph), the buzzer will continue to sound. To stop the buzzer, fasten the seat belt. If the buzzer still sounds, make sure the front passen- ger’s seat belt is fastened. The vehicle speed linked seat belt remind- er buzzer can be disabled. For details, contact your Toyota dealer. However, Toyota the seat belt reminder buzzer be operational to alert the driver and front passenger that the seat belts are not fastened.

recommends

that

The light and buzzer act as a reminder to have the front passenger buckle up the seat belt. Once the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position, the reminder light flashes if a passenger sits in the right front passen- ger seat and does not fasten the seat belt. If the vehicle speed rises above 20 km/h (12 mph) with the seat belt unfastened, the buzzer will sound for 10 seconds. Then, if the seat belt is still unfastened, the buzzer will sound in a different tone for 20 seconds. Even if the vehicle speed drops below 20 km/h (12 mph), the buzzer will continue to sound. To stop the buzzer, fasten the seat belt. If the buzzer still sounds, make sure the driver’s seat belt is fastened. If luggage or other load is placed on the its front passenger seat, depending on weight, flash and buzzer to sound. The vehicle speed linked seat belt remind- er buzzer can be disabled. For details, contact your Toyota dealer.

the reminder

light

to

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that

recommends

However, Toyota the seat belt reminder buzzer be operational to alert the driver and front passenger that the seat belts are not fastened. (d) Charging System Warning Light This warning the light comes on when engine switch is turned to the “ON” posi- tion, and goes off when is started. When there are problems in the charging system while the engine is running, the warning light comes on.

the engine

NOTICE

When the charging system warning light comes on while the engine is running, malfunctions such as the en- gine drive belt being broken may have occurred. If the warning light comes on, immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer.

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(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. 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

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

the vehicle with

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

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

D 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... D 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.

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Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle. If engine speed does not increase when the accelerator pedal is depressed, there may be a problem somewhere in the elec- tronic 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. 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 engine switch is turned to “ACC” or “LOCK” position.

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 to check your vehicle’s Toyota dealer emission and OBD (On−Board Diagnostics) system before taking your vehicle for the inspection. For details, see “Emissions Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) programs” in Section 6. (g) Engine Oil Replacement Reminder

system

control

Light (for vehicles sold in U.S.A.)

This light acts as a reminder to replace the engine oil. This light will come on when the engine switch is turned to “ON” and will go off after about a few seconds. When you drive for about 7200 km (4500
miles) after the engine oil replacement, this light illuminates for about 3 seconds and for about 12 seconds with the engine switch turned to the “ON” If you continue driving without position. replacing the distance driven exceeds 8000 km (5000
miles), the light will come on after the engine switch is turned to “ON” position. The light will remain on thereafter.

the engine oil, and

then flashes

if

If

the

If the light is flashing, we recommend that you replace the engine oil at an early opportunity depending on the driving and road conditions. light comes on, replace it as soon as possible. The system must be the engine oil replacement. Reset the system by the following procedure: 1. Turn the engine switch to the “OFF” position with reading shown. (For details, see “Odometer and two trip meters” on page 151 in this Section.)

the odometer

reset after

2. Turn

the engine switch

to

position while holding down meter reset knob.

the “ON” trip

the

for at

the knob

least 5
Hold down seconds. The odometer indicates “000000” and the light goes off. If the system fails to reset, the light will continue flashing. (h) 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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light comes on when

the vehicle stability control

(i) “ABS” Warning Light Without system— The the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position. If the anti−lock brake system works properly, the light turns off after a few seconds. Thereafter, 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 but the brake assist system still operates. In this case, 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.

D The light does not come on when the turned to the “ON”

engine switch is position, or the light remains on.

D 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.

With rear differential lock: However, it is a normal operation for the light to be on with rear differential locked. At this time, the anti−lock brake system does not oper- ate.

the

light comes on when

With the vehicle stability control sys- tem— the engine The switch is turned to the “ON” position. If the anti−lock brake system and the brake assist system work properly, light turns off after a few seconds. Thereafter, if either of the systems malfunctions, the light comes on again. When the “ABS” warning light is on (and the brake system warning light is off), the following systems do not operate, but the brake system still operates conventionally. D Anti−lock brake system D Brake assist system D Traction control system D “AUTO LSD” system D Vehicle stability control system D Downhill assist control system D Hill−start assist control system

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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 will lock up during a sudden braking or braking on slippery road surfaces. If either of the following conditions oc- curs, this indicates a malfunction some- where in the components monitored by the warning light system. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle. D The light does not come on when the turned to the “ON”

engine switch is position, or remains on.

D The light comes on while you are dri-

ving.

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.

Any of the following conditions may oc- cur, but do not indicate a malfunction: D The light may stay on for about 60
seconds after is turned to the “ON” position. It is nor- mal if it turns off after a while.

the engine switch

D Depressing the brake pedal repeatedly may turn on the light. It is normal if it turns off after a few seconds.

D With rear differential

lock: The

light comes on with rear differential locked. At this time, the anti−lock brake sys- tem, the brake assist system, the ve- hicle stability control system, the trac- tion control system, the downhill assist control system and the hill−start assist control system do not operate.

(j) “VSC OFF” warning light The light flashing warns that there is a problem somewhere in the following. D Vehicle stability control system D Traction control system D “AUTO LSD” system D Downhill assist control system D Hill−start assist control system The light will come on when the engine switch turned to “ON”, and will go off after a few seconds. It is not a malfunction that the light may stay on for 60 seconds after the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position. Depressing repeatedly may turn on the lights. It is normal if they go out after a few seconds.

the brake pedal

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If the light flashes on while driving, the above mentioned systems do not work. However, as conventional braking operates when applied, there is no problem to con- tinue your driving. In the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer: D The warning light does not come on to

the engine switch

turned

is

after “ON”.

D The warning light remains on after the

engine switch is turned to “ON”.

D The warning light flashes while driving. (k) Open Door Warning Light This light remains on until all the doors are completely closed.

light system monitors

(l) SRS Warning Light This light will come on when the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position. After about 6 seconds, the light will go off. This means the systems of the air- bag and front seat belt pretensioners are operating properly. This warning the airbag sensor assembly, front airbag sen- sors, side and curtain shield airbag sen- sors, curtain shield airbag sensors, driv- er’s seat position sensor, driver’s seat belt buckle switch, front passenger occupant classification system∗, passenger airbag off switch, passenger airbag on−off indica- tor light, seat belt pretensioner assem- blies, inflators, “RSCA OFF” indicator light, interconnecting wiring and power sources. ∗: The front passenger occupant classifica- tion system includes the front passenger occupant classification ECU, pressure sen- sor, load sensor, front passenger’s seat belt buckle switch, front passenger’s seat position sensor and belt tension sensor. 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.

D The light does not come on when the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position or remains on for more than 6 seconds.

D The light comes on while driving. (m) Tire Pressure Warning Light This light warns that the tire inflation pres- sure of one or more of your tires (includ- ing the spare tire) is low. The light comes on when the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position. It goes off after a few seconds. This indicates that the tire pres- sure warning system is functioning proper- ly. If the light comes on, stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible and check that the tire inflation pressure of all is as tires loading specified information tire inflation pressure” on page 376 in Section 7−2.) The few minutes after the tire pressure is adjusted. If the warning light comes on after blink- ing for 1 minute, the tire pressure warning system may be malfunctioning. Contact your Toyota dealer. For details, see “Tire pressure warning system” on page 194 in Section 1−7.

light should go off a

the spare the

tire (See

“Checking

(including

label.

tire)

and

on

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(n) Automatic Transmission Fluid Tem- perature Warning Light (four−wheel drive models only)

This light warns that the automatic trans- mission fluid temperature is too high. If this light comes on while you are driv- ing, slow down and pull off the road. Stop the vehicle at a safe place and put the selector lever in “P”. With the engine id- ling, wait until the light goes off. If the light goes off, you may start the vehicle again. If the light does not go off, call a Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop for assistance.

NOTICE

the warning Continued driving with light on may damage the automatic transmission.

(o) Key Reminder Buzzer This buzzer acts as a reminder to remove the key when you open the driver’s door with the engine switch in the “ACC” or “LOCK” position.

(p) Parking Brake Reminder Buzzer The buzzer acts once when the parking brake is not completely released at the vehicle speed of 5 km/h (3 mph) or more. Stop the vehicle and release the parking brake fully.

SERVICE

CHECKING REMINDER INDICATORS (except the low fuel level warning light) 1. Apply the parking brake. 2. Open one of the doors.

The open door warning come on.

light should

3. Close the door.

The open door warning light should go off.

4. Turn the engine switch to “ON”, but do

not start the engine. All the service reminder indicators ex- cept the open door warning light should come on. The following service reminder indica- tors go off after a few seconds:

D Engine oil replacement reminder light D “ABS” warning light D “RSCA OFF” indicator light D “VSC OFF” indicator/warning light D “AUTO LSD” indicator light D Tire pressure warning light D Slip indicator light D Downhill assist control system indicator

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The SRS warning light goes off after about 6 seconds. With the vehicle stability control sys- tem— There may be the case that the “ABS” (brake assist system warning warning light or “VSC OFF” indicator/warning light stays on for about 60 seconds after the en- gine switch is turned to the “ON” posi- tion. It is normal if they go out after a while.

light light), slip

indicator

If any service reminder indicator or warn- ing buzzer does not function as described above, have it checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

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SECTION 1− 7

OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Engine (ignition) switch, Transmission and Parking brake Engine (ignition) switch Automatic transmission Manual transmission Four−wheel drive system Traction control system “AUTO LSD” system Vehicle stability control system Downhill assist control system Hill−start assist control system Rear differential lock system Tire pressure warning system Parking brake Cruise control Clutch start cancel switch

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

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Engine (ignition) switch

LS17001a

“START”—Starter motor on. The engine switch will return to the “ON” position when released. For starting tips, see page 303 in 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. If you the “ACC” or “LOCK” position and open the driver’s door, a buzzer will remind you to remove the key.

the engine switch

leave

in

CAUTION

For manual transmission: 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 engine switch in the “ON” position is not running. The battery will discharge and the ignition could be damaged.

if the engine

“LOCK”—Engine is off and the steering wheel is locked. The key can be re- moved only at this position. You must push in the key to turn the key from “ACC” to the “LOCK” position. On vehicles with an automatic transmission, the selector lever must be put in the “P” position before pushing the key. Vehicles with engine immobilizer system— Once you remove the key, the engine im- mobilizer system is automatically set. (See “Engine immobilizer system” on page 15
in Section 1−2.) the engine When starting the engine, switch 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. Approximately five hours after the engine is turned off, you may hear sound coming from underneath the deck for several min- utes. This is normal operation and does not indicate a malfunction. “Leak detection pump” on page x.) It is not a malfunction if the needles on all meters and gauges move slightly when the engine switch is turned to the “ACC”, “ON” or “START” position.

(See

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Automatic transmission (5−speed)

LS17002

With the brake pedal depressed. (The engine switch must be in “ON” position.)

Shift normally.

Your automatic transmission has a shift lock system to minimize the possibility of incorrect operation. This means you can only shift out of “P” position when the brake pedal is depressed (with the engine switch in “ON” position). (a) Selector lever The shift position is also displayed on the instrument cluster. P: Parking, engine starting and key re-

moval

R: Reverse N: Neutral D: Normal driving (shifting into overdrive

possible)

4: Engine braking (shifting into overdrive

not possible)

3, 2: Stronger engine braking L: Maximum engine braking

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(b) Normal driving 1. Start the engine as instructed in “How to start the engine” in Section 3. The transmission must be in “P” or “N”.

When the front drive control switch knob is in “L4” (low−speed position, four−wheel drive), the driving pattern selector setting has no effect on gear shift timing. (See “Four−wheel drive system” on page 175 in this Section for information of the front drive control lever.) 2. With your foot holding down the brake

pedal, shift the selector lever to “D”.

When the lever is in the “D” position, the automatic transmission system will select the most suitable gear for running condi- tions such as normal cruising, hill climb- ing, hard towing, etc. Always use the “D” position for better fuel economy and quieter driving. If the engine coolant temperature is low or when the front drive control switch knob is in “L4” (low−speed position, four−wheel drive), the transmission will not shift into the over- drive gear even in the “D” position. (See “Four−wheel drive system” on page 175 in this Section for information of the front drive control.)

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CAUTION

Never put your foot on the accelera- tor pedal while shifting.

3. Release the parking brake and brake the accelerator pedal

pedal. Depress slowly for smooth starting.

(c) Using engine braking To use engine braking, you can downshift the transmission as follows: D Shift into the “4” position. The trans- fourth gear

mission will downshift and engine braking will be enabled.

to

D Shift into the “3” position. The trans- third gear mission will downshift when the vehicle speed drops down to or lower than the following speed, and stronger engine braking will be en- abled.

to

PreRunner

. . . . . .

133 km/h (82 mph)

Four−wheel drive models

Front drive control switch knob at “H2” or “H4” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 km/h (82 mph) Front drive control switch knob at “L4” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

51 km/h (31 mph) D Shift into the “2” position. The trans- mission will downshift to second gear when the vehicle speed drops down to or lower than the following speed, and stronger engine braking will be en- abled. PreRunner Four−wheel drive models

88 km/h (54 mph)

. . . . . . . . .

Front drive control switch knob at “H2” or “H4”

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

88 km/h (54 mph) Front drive control switch knob at “L4”

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

34 km/h (21 mph)

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D Shift into the “L” position. The trans- mission will downshift first gear when the vehicle speed drops down to or lower than the following speed, and maximum engine braking will be en- abled. PreRunner Four−wheel drive models

42 km/h (26 mph)

. . . . . . . . .

Front drive control switch knob at “H2” or “H4”

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

42 km/h (26 mph) Front drive control switch knob at “L4”

16 km/h

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

(9 mph) Vehicles with cruise control—When the cruise control is being used, even if you downshift from “D” to “4”, engine braking will not be enabled because the cruise control is not cancelled. For ways to decrease the vehicle speed, see “Cruise control” on page 201 in this Section.

CAUTION

NOTICE

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

surface. Abrupt

(d) Using “3”, “2” and “L” positions The “3”, “2” and “L” positions are used for strong engine braking as described pre- viously. With the selector lever in “3”, “2” or “L”, you can start the vehicle in motion as with the lever in “D”. With the selector lever in “3” or “2”, the vehicle will start in first gear and automat- ically shift to third gear or second gear. With the selector lever in “L”, the trans- mission is engaged in first gear.

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

“3” “2” “L”

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

138 km/h (86 mph) 95 km/h (59 mph) 55 km/h (34 mph)

Four−wheel drive models

“3” “2” “L”

Front drive control switch knob at “H2” or “H4”— . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

138 km/h (86 mph) 95 km/h (59 mph) 55 km/h (34 mph) Front drive control switch knob at “L4”— “3” “2” “L”

54 km/h (33 mph) 37 km/h (23 mph) 21 km/h (13 mph)

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

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z Do not continue hill climbing or hard towing for a long time in the “3”, “2” or “L” position. This may cause severe automatic transmis- sion damage from overheating. To prevent such damage, “4” position should be used in hill climbing or hard towing.

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

NOTICE

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

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

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

3. With

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

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CAUTION

NOTICE

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

(h) If you cannot shift the selector le-

ver out of “P” position

is depressed, use

If you cannot shift the selector lever from the “P” position even though the brake pedal lock override button. For instructions, see “If you cannot shift automatic transmission selector lever” on page 345 in Section 4.

the shift

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

(g) Good driving practice D If the transmission repeatedly shifts up and down between fourth gear and overdrive when climbing a gentle slope, shift the selector lever to the “4” posi- tion. Be sure to shift the selector lever to the “D” position immediately after- ward.

D When towing a trailer, in order to main- tain engine braking efficiency, do not use “D” position.

CAUTION

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

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Automatic transmission (4−speed)

LS17003

With pressed must be in “ON” position.)

the brake pedal de- (The engine switch

Shift normally.

Your automatic transmission has a shift lock system to minimize the possibility of incorrect operation. This means you can only shift out of “P” position when the brake pedal is depressed (with the engine switch in “ON” position). (a) Selector lever The shift position is also displayed on the instrument cluster. P: Parking, engine starting and key re-

moval

R: Reverse N: Neutral D: Normal driving (shifting into overdrive

possible)

3: Engine braking (shifting into overdrive

not possible)

2: Stronger engine braking L: Maximum engine braking

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(b) Normal driving 1. Start the engine as instructed in “How to start the engine” on page 304 in Section 3. The transmission must be in “P” or “N”.

2. With your foot holding down the brake

pedal, shift the selector lever to “D”.

When the lever is in the “D” position, the automatic transmission system will select the most suitable gear for running condi- tions such as normal cruising, hill climb- ing, hard towing, etc. Always use the “D” position for better fuel economy and quieter driving. If the engine coolant temperature is low, the transmis- sion will not shift into the overdrive gear even in the “D” position.

CAUTION

Never put your foot on the accelera- tor pedal while shifting.

3. Release the parking brake and brake the accelerator pedal

pedal. Depress slowly for smooth starting.

(c) Using engine braking To use engine braking, you can downshift the transmission as follows: 172

D Shift into the “3” position. The trans-

mission will downshift to third gear.

D Shift into the “2” position. The trans- mission will downshift to second gear when the vehicle speed drops down to or lower than 119 km/h (74 mph), and stronger engine braking will be en- abled.

D Shift into the “L” position. The trans- mission will downshift first gear when the vehicle speed drops down to or lower than 57 km/h (35 mph), and maximum engine braking will be en- abled.

to

from “D”

When the cruise control is being used, even if you downshift to “3”, engine braking will not be enabled be- cause the cruise control is not cancelled. For ways to decrease the vehicle speed, see “Cruise control” on page 201 in this Section.

CAUTION

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

surface. Abrupt

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

NOTICE

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

“2” “L”

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

120 km/h (74 mph) 65 km/h (40 mph)

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z Do not continue hill climbing or hard towing for a long time in the “2” or “L” position. This may cause severe automatic transmission dam- age from overheating. To prevent such damage, “D” or “3” position should be used in hill climbing or hard towing.

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

NOTICE

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

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

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

3. With

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

CAUTION

NOTICE

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

(h) If you cannot shift the selector le-

ver out of “P” position

is depressed, use

If you cannot shift the selector lever from the “P” position even though the brake pedal lock override button. For instructions, see “If you cannot shift automatic transmission selector lever” on page 345 in Section 4.

the shift

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

(g) Good driving practice D If the transmission repeatedly shifts up and down between third gear and over- drive when climbing a gentle slope, shift the selector lever to the “3” posi- tion. Be sure to shift the selector lever to the “D” position immediately after- ward.

D When towing a trailer, in order to main- tain engine braking efficiency, do not use “D” position. The selector lever must be in the “3” position.

CAUTION

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

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Manual transmission

LS17004

LS17005

5−speed

6−speed

174

to hold

the clutch

is conventional as

The shift pattern shown above. In case of driving your vehicle with 6−speed manual transmission, the buzzer will sound when you shift the gear into “R” (reverse). Press the clutch pedal down fully while shifting, and then release it slowly. Do not rest your foot on the pedal while driving, because it will cause clutch trouble. Do not use the vehicle when stopped on an uphill grade–use the parking brake. Upshifting too 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:

too soon or downshifting

Two−wheel drive models except PreRunner

5−speed models

gear

6−speed models

gear PreRunner

5−speed models

gear

6−speed models

gear

km/h (mph) (33) 53
(63) 101
146
(90) 209 (130)

km/h (mph) (32) 52
(61) 99
146
(91) 182 (113)

km/h (mph) (30) 48
(57) 92
133
(82) 190 (118)

km/h (mph) (30) 49
(58) 93
137
(85) 171 (106) 204 (127)

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Four−wheel drive models

5−speed models

gear

km/h (mph)

“H2” or “H4”

(30) 48
(57) 92
133
(82) 190 (118)

“L4”

18 (11) 36 (22) 51 (32) 74 (46)

6−speed models

gear

km/h (mph)

“H2” or “H4”

(30) 49
(58) 93
137
(85) 171 (106) 204 (127)

NOTICE

“L4”

19 (11) 36 (22) 53 (33) 66 (41) 79 (49)

Do not downshift faster speed for the next lower gear.

if you are going the maximum allowable

than

Four−wheel drive system (a) Front drive control

LS17006

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

D When towing a trailer, in order to main- tain engine braking efficiency, do not use (5−speed models) or sixth gear (6−speed models).

fifth gear

CAUTION

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

surface. Abrupt

NOTICE

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

z Make sure the vehicle is completely stopped before shifting into reverse.

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Use the front drive control switch knob to select the following transfer modes. “H2” (high speed position, two−wheel drive): Front drive control switch knob at “H2” Use this for normal driving on dry hard− surfaced roads. This position gives greater economy, quietest ride, least wear and better vehicle control. “H4” (high speed position, four−wheel drive): Front drive control switch knob at “H4” The four−wheel drive indicator light comes on when the “H4” mode is selected. Use than two− wheel drive. (When you experience a loss of power, such as wheel slipping.) This position provides greater than two−wheel drive. With control system—In this mode, the vehicle stability control system “Vehicle stability control system” on page 185 in this Section) “L4” (low speed position, four−wheel drive): Front drive control switch knob at “L4”

for greater

stability

traction

traction

is off.

vehicle

(See

this

the

(b) A.D.D. (automatic disconnecting differential) The A.D.D. can be engaged or disen- gaged by the shifting operations de- scribed in “(c) Shifting procedure”. You should drive in four−wheel drive for at least 16 km (10 miles) each month. This will assure that the front drive com- ponents are lubricated.

four−wheel drive)

“4LO” indicator

four−wheel drive and

(low The speed lights come on when the “L4” mode is selected. Use this for maximum power and traction. Use “L4” position for climbing or descend- ing steep hills, off−road driving, and hard pulling in sand, mud or deep snow. See “(c) Shifting procedure” for further in- structions. With control system—In this mode, the vehicle stability control system “Vehicle stability control system” on page 185 in this Section.)

stability

is off.

vehicle

(See

the

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the

turn

(c) Shifting procedure (with manual transmission) SHIFTING BETWEEN “H2” AND “H4” To shift from “H2” to “H4”, reduce the vehicle speed to less than 100 km/h (62
mph) and front drive control switch knob fully clockwise. If the four−wheel drive indicator light con- tinues to blink when you operate the front drive control switch knob from the “H2” to the “H4” position, this reminds you that the transfer mode is not securely in “H4” mode. Drive straight ahead while acceler- ating or decelerating. If the four−wheel drive indicator light con- tinues the buzzer sounds when you operate the front drive control switch knob from the “H2” to the “H4” position, this reminds you that the transfer mode is not in “H4” mode. Stop the ve- hicle or reduce the vehicle speed to less than 100 km/h (62 mph). Operate the switch knob again.

to blink and

CAUTION

Never operate the front drive control switch knob if the wheels are slip- ping. Stop the slipping or spinning before operating.

To shift from “H4” to “H2”, turn the front drive control switch knob fully coun- terclockwise. This can be done at any speed. You need not depress the clutch pedal. If the four−wheel drive indicator light con- tinues to blink when you operate the front drive control switch knob from the “H4” to the “H2” position, this reminds you that the transfer mode is not securely in “H2” mode. Drive straight ahead while acceler- ating or decelerating, or drive forward or backward in a short distance. to blink If even if doing so, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. There may be a trouble in the four−wheel drive system.

light continues

indicator

the

CAUTION

Never operate the front drive control switch knob if the wheels are slip- ping. Stop the slipping or spinning before operating.

SHIFTING BETWEEN “H4” AND “L4” To shift from “H4” to “L4”. (1) Stop the vehicle or reduce the vehicle

speed to less than 3 km/h (2 mph).

(2) Depress the clutch pedal all the way. (3) Push and turn the front drive control

switch knob fully clockwise. the

four−wheel drive

If flashes and the buzzer sounds, above steps again. To shift from “L4” to “H4”. (1) Stop the vehicle or reduce the vehicle

light try the

indicator

speed to less than 3 km/h (2 mph).

(2) Depress the clutch pedal all the way. (3) Turn front drive control switch

the

indicator

knob fully counterclockwise. the

four−wheel drive

light try the

If flashes and the buzzer sounds, above steps again. If the “4LO” (low speed four−wheel drive) indicator light continues to blink when you operate the front drive control switch knob to the “H4” or “L4” position, drive forward or backward in a short distance, then stop the vehicle completely, depress the clutch pedal and operate the switch knob again.

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If the indicator continues to blink even if doing so, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. There may be a trouble in the four−wheel drive system.

CAUTION

Never operate the front drive control switch knob if the wheels are slip- ping. Stop the slipping or spinning before operating.

the

turn

(c) Shifting procedure (with automatic transmission) SHIFTING BETWEEN “H2” AND “H4” To shift from “H2” to “H4”, reduce the vehicle speed to less than 100 km/h (62
mph) and front drive control switch knob fully clockwise. If the four−wheel drive indicator light con- tinues to blink when you operate the front drive control switch knob from the “H2” to the “H4” position, this reminds you that the transfer mode is not securely in “H4” mode. Drive straight ahead while acceler- ating or decelerating. If the four−wheel drive indicator light con- tinues the buzzer sounds when you operate the front drive control switch knob from the “H2” to the “H4” position, this reminds you that the transfer mode is not in “H4” mode. Stop the ve- hicle or reduce the vehicle speed to less than 100 km/h (62 mph). Operate the switch knob again.

to blink and