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In the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible: (cid:1) The front of the vehicle (shaded in the illustration) was involved in an accident that was not severe enough to cause the front seat belt pretensioners to op- erate.

(cid:1) Either front seat belt pretensioner as- sembly is scratched, cracked, or otherwise dam- aged.

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CAUTION

The driver or front passengers who are too close to the steering wheel or dashboard during airbag deployment can be killed or seriously injured. Toyota strongly recommends that: (cid:1) The driver sit as far back as pos- sible from the steering wheel while still maintaining control of the ve- hicle. (cid:1) The

far back as possible from the dash- board.

front passengers sit as

(cid:1) All vehicle occupants be properly restrained using the available seat belts.

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Indicator light

airbag

system

passenger

The is equipped with a manual on–off switch and indicator light. Turning the passen- ger airbag manual on–off switch clock- wise to the “ON” position makes the passenger airbag system operational. Turning the passenger airbag manual on–off switch counterclockwise to the “OFF” position disables the passenger airbag system. The indicator light on the passenger airbag manual on–off switch will come on when the passen- ger airbag system has been disabled. See switch” in this section for detail.

“Passenger airbag manual on–off

CAUTION

(cid:1) Make sure that the indicator light is

off.

(cid:1) Do not turn off the passenger air- bag manual on–off switch except when a member of a passenger risk group identified in TABLE 1 is oc- cupying the right front passenger seating position.

(cid:1) When the passenger airbag manual on–off switch is turned off, the pas- senger airbag will not inflate in a collision and turning off the pas- senger airbag can reduce the occu- pant protection which your vehicle safety systems can provide to you in certain accidents and increase the likelihood of serious personal injuries.

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TABLE 1: A PASSENGER RISK GROUP

Infant. An infant (less than 1 year old) who must ride in the front seat because: (cid:1) Vehicle has no rear seat; (cid:1) Vehicle has a rear seat too small to accommodate a rear–facing infant seat;

or

(cid:1) The infant has a medical condition which, according to the infant’s physician, makes it necessary for the infant to ride in the front seat so that the driver can constantly monitor the child’s condition.

Child age 1 to 12. A child age 1 to 12 must ride in the front seat because: (cid:1) Vehicle has no rear seat: (cid:1) Although children ages 1 to 12 ride in the rear seat(s) whenever possible, children ages 1 to 12 sometimes must ride in the front because no space is available in the rear seat(s) of vehicle; or

(cid:1) The child has a medical condition which, according to the child’s physician, makes it necessary for the child to ride in the front seat so that the driver can constantly monitor the child’s condition.

Medical condition. A passenger has a medical condition which according to his or her physician: (cid:1) Causes the passenger airbag to pose a special risk for the passenger: and (cid:1) Makes the potential harm from the passenger airbag in a crash greater than the potential harm from turning off the airbag and allowing the passenger, even if belted, to hit the dashboard, or windshield in a crash.

For more detailed information concerning about the passenger risk group, please contact NHTSA at 1–800–424–9393 or Transport Canada at 1–800–333–0371.

This indicator comes on when the igni- tion key is turned to the “ON” position. It goes off after about 6 seconds. This means the SRS airbags are operating properly. This warning the airbag sensor assembly, front airbag sen- sors, inflators, warning light, interconnect- ing wiring and power sources. (For details, see indicators and warning buzzers” in Section 1–5.)

light system monitors

reminder

“Service

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Collision from the rear

Hitting a curb, edge of pavement or hard material

Falling into or jumping over a deep hole

Collision from the side

Vehicle rollover

Landing hard or vehicle falling

The SRS airbags are generally not de- signed to inflate if the vehicle is in- volved in a side or rear collision, if it rolls over, or if it is involved in a low– speed frontal collision. But, whenever a collision of any type causes sufficient forward deceleration of the vehicle, de- ployment of the SRS airbags may oc- cur.

The SRS airbags may also deploy if a serious impact occurs to the underside of your vehicle. Some examples are shown in the illustration.

this

(usually

The SRS airbags are designed to deploy in severe frontal) collisions where the magnitude and duration of the forward deceleration of the vehicle exceeds the designed threshold level. The SRS airbags will deploy if the severi- ty of the impact is above the designed threshold level, comparable to an approxi- mate 25 km/h (15 mph) collision when the vehicle has the impact straight into a fixed barrier that does not move or deform. However, threshold velocity will be considerably higher if the vehicle strikes an object, such as a parked vehicle or sign pole, which can move or deform on impact, or if the vehicle is involved in an underride collision in which the front of the vehicle “underrides”, or goes under, the bed of a truck, etc.). It in some collisions where the forward deceleration of the ve- hicle is very close to the designed thresh- old level, the SRS airbags and front seat belt pretensioners may not activate togeth- er. Always wear your seat belts properly.

(e.g. a collision

is possible

that

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The airbag sensors constantly monitor the forward deceleration of the vehicle. If an impact results in a forward deceleration beyond the designed threshold level, the system triggers the airbag inflators. At this time a chemical reaction in the inflators very quickly fills the airbags with non–tox- ic gas to help restrain the forward motion of the occupants. The airbags then quickly deflate, so that there is no obstruction of the driver’s vision should it be necessary to continue driving. When the airbags inflate, they produce a loud noise and release some smoke and residue along with non–toxic gas. This does not indicate a fire. This smoke may remain inside the vehicle for some time, and may cause some minor irritation to the eyes, skin or breathing. Be sure to wash off any residue as soon as possible to prevent any potential skin irritation with soap and water. If you can physically and safely exit the vehicle after a collision, you should do so at the first opportunity.

The SRS airbag system mainly consists of the following components, and their loca- tions are shown in the illustration. 1. Front airbag sensors 2. SRS warning light 3. Airbag module for right front passenger

(airbag and inflator)

4. Passenger airbag manual on–off switch 5. Airbag sensor assembly 6. Airbag module for driver

(airbag and inflator)

The airbag sensor assembly consists of a safing sensor and airbag sensor.

injuries, especially

Deployment of the airbags happens in a fraction of a second, so the airbags must inflate with considerable force. While the system is designed to reduce serious inju- ries, primarily to the head and chest, it may also cause other, less severe injuries to the face, chest, arms and hands. These are usually in the nature of minor burns or abrasions and swelling, but the force of a deploying airbag can cause more seri- ous if an occupant’s hands, arms, chest or head are in close proximity to the airbag module at the time of deployment. This is why it is important for to: avoid placing any object or part of the body between the occupant and the airbag module; sit straight and well back into the seat; wear the available seat belt properly; and sit as far as possible from the airbag module, while still maintaining control of the ve- hicle. Parts of the airbag module (steering wheel hub, airbag cover and inflator) may be hot for several minutes after deployment, so do not inflate only once. The windshield may be damaged by absorbing some of the force of the inflat- ing airbag.

touch! The airbags

the occupant

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CAUTION

(cid:1) The SRS airbag system is designed only as a supplement to the prima- ry protection of the driver side and right front passenger side seat belt systems. The front seat occupants can be killed or seriously injured by the inflating airbags if they do not wear the available seat belts prop- erly. During sudden braking just be- fore a collision, an unrestrained driver or front passenger can move forward into direct contact with or close proximity to the airbag which may then deploy during the colli- sion. To ensure maximum protection in an accident, the driver and all passengers the vehicle must wear their seat belts properly. Wear- ing a seat belt properly during an the chances of accident reduces death or serious injury or being thrown out of the vehicle. For instructions and precautions con- cerning the seat belt system, see “Seat belts” in this section.

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CAUTION

A member of a passenger risk group should never sit or be occupied in the right front passenger seat with airbag manual on–off switch in the “ON” position. (For details, see “SRS driver airbag and front passenger air- bag” in this section.)

(cid:1) Improperly seated and/or restrained infants and children can be killed or seriously injured by the deploy- ing airbags. An infant or child who is too small to use a seat belt should be properly secured using a child restraint system. As to access cab models, Toyota recommends that all infants and children be placed in the rear seat of the ve- hicle and properly restrained. The rear seat is the safest for infants and children. For instructions con- cerning the installation of a child restraint system, see “Child re- straint” in this section.

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(cid:1) A forward–facing child restraint sys- tem which belongs to a passenger risk group should never be installed on the right front seat with the pas- senger airbag manual on–off switch in the “ON” position, because the force of the deploying airbag could cause death or serious injury to the child in forward seating position. For the installation of a child restraint sys- tem, see “Child restraint” in this section.

instructions concerning

CAUTION

(cid:1) Never install a rear–facing child re- straint system on the right front seat with the passenger airbag manual on–off switch in the “ON” position. 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 child.

inflate with

(cid:1) Do not sit on the edge of the seat or lean over the dashboard when the vehicle is in use, since the air- bags considerable speed and force. Otherwise, you may be killed or seriously injured. Sit up straight and well back in the seat, and always use your seat belt properly.

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(cid:1) Do not modify or remove any wir- ing. Do not modify, remove, strike or open any components such as the steering wheel pad, steering wheel, column cover, dashboard near front passenger airbag, front passenger airbag cover, front passenger airbag or airbag sensor assembly. Doing so may cause sud- den SRS airbag inflation or disable the system, which could result in death or serious injury. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious injury. Consult your Toyota dealer about any repairs and modifications.

(cid:1) Do not put objects or your pets on or in front of the dashboard or steering wheel pad that houses the airbag system. They might restrict inflation or cause death or serious injury as they are projected rear- ward by the force of the deploying airbags. Likewise, the driver and front passenger should not hold ob- jects their knees.

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(cid:1) Do not allow a child to stand up or to kneel on front passenger seat, since the airbag inflates with considerable force. Otherwise, the child may be killed or seriously injured.

speed

and

(cid:1) Do not hold a child on your lap or in your arms. Use a child restraint system in the rear seat. For instruc- tions concerning the installation of a child restraint system, see “Child restraint” in this section.

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NOTICE

Do not perform any of the following changes without consulting your Toyota dealer. Such changes can interfere with proper operation of the SRS airbag system in some cases. (cid:2) Installation of electronic devices such as a mobile two–way radio, cassette tape player or compact disc player

(cid:2) Modification of the suspension sys-

tem

(cid:2) Modification of the front end struc-

ture

(cid:2) Attachment of a grille guard (bull bar, kangaroo bar, etc.), snowplow, winches or any other equipment to the front end

(cid:2) Repairs made on or near the front fenders, front end structure, con- sole, steering column, steering wheel or dashboard near the front passenger airbag

This SRS airbag system has a service reminder indicator to inform the driver of operating problems. If either of the follow- ing conditions occurs, indicates a malfunction of the airbags. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle. (cid:1) The light does not come on when the ignition key is turned to the “ON” posi- tion, or the light remains on.

this

(cid:1) The light comes on or flashes while

driving.

In the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible: (cid:1) The SRS airbags have been inflated. (cid:1) The front of the vehicle (shaded in the illustration) was involved in an accident that was not severe enough to cause the SRS airbags to inflate.

front

(cid:1) The pad section of the steering wheel or cover (shaded in the illustration) is scratched, cracked, or otherwise damaged.

passenger

airbag

NOTICE

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

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CAUTION

(cid:1) Make sure that the indicator light is

off.

(cid:1) Do not turn off the passenger air- bag manual on–off switch except when a member of a passenger risk group identified in TABLE 1 (page 49) is occupying the right front pas- senger seating position.

(cid:1) When the passenger airbag manual on–off switch is turned off, the pas- senger airbag will not inflate in a collision and turning off the pas- senger airbag can reduce the occu- pant protection which your vehicle safety systems can provide to you in certain accidents and increase the likelihood of serious personal injuries.

For details, see “SRS driver airbag and front passenger airbag” in this section.

Child restraint— —Child restraint precautions Toyota strongly urges the use of child restraint systems for children small enough to use them. 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 seat and must be restrained using the vehicle’s seat belt. See “Seat belts” 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.

Passenger airbag manual on–off switch

Indicator light

This on–off switch is designed to dis- able the passenger airbag in order to allow usage, if necessary, of a member of a passenger risk group identified in TABLE 1 is occupying the right front passenger seating position. (For details, see “SRS driver airbag and front pas- senger airbag” in this section.) Operate on–off switch as follows: Insert key into the keyhole and turn it. To turn passenger airbag on: Turn the key clockwise to the “ON” position. To turn passenger airbag off: Turn the key counterclockwise to the “OFF” position. The passenger airbag system is off.

light comes on when the

indicator

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(cid:1) STANDARD CAB MODELS—

Toyota strongly urges use of a proper child restraint system which conforms to the size of the child. ACCESS CAB MODELS— 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 put infant or child age 1 to 12 in a passenger risk group on the right front seat with the passenger airbag manual on–off switch in the “ON” position. In the event of an accident, the rapid inflation of the passenger airbag can cause death or serious injury to the child. If you must put infant or child age 1 to 12 in a passenger risk group on the right front seat, make sure the passenger airbag manual on–off switch is in the “OFF” position and that the indicator light is on. (For details, see “SRS driver airbag and front passenger airbag” in this sec- tion.)

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(cid:1) Make sure that you have complied with all installation instructions pro- vided restraint manufacturer and that the system is properly secured.

child

the

by

the manufacturer’s

—Child restraint system A child restraint system for a small child or baby must itself be properly restrained on the seat with either the lap belt or the lap portion of the lap/ shoulder belt. You must carefully con- sult 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. The child restraint system should be installed on the rear seat if your vehicle is equipped with rear seats. According to accident statistics, the child is safer when properly restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat.

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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

—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 on how to use the anchor bracket, see “—Using a top strap” 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” in this section.

CAUTION

the

force of

(cid:1) Never put infant or child age 1 to 12 in a passenger risk group on the right front seat with the passenger airbag manual on–off switch in the “ON” position. In the event of an accident, the rapid inflation of the passenger airbag can cause death or serious injury to the child. If you must put infant or child age 1 to 12 in a passenger risk group on the right front seat, make sure the passenger airbag manual on–off switch is in the “OFF” position and that the indicator light is on. (For details, see “SRS driver airbag and front passenger airbag” in this sec- tion.) (cid:1) After

installing the child restraint system, make sure it is secured in place according to the manufactur- er’s instructions. is not re- strained securely, it may cause death or serious injury to the child in the event of a sudden stop or accident.

it

If

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—Installation with 2–point type seat belt

(A) Infant seat

(C) Booster seat

(A) INFANT SEAT INSTALLATION An infant seat is used in rear–facing position only.

(B) Convertible seat

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With the child restraint system installed, check that your driving position is satis- factory and that the child restraint system does not interfere with your driving. If your driving position is not satisfactory, or interferes with your driving, install it at another posi- tion.

the child restraint system

CAUTION

Ignoring the above instructions may result in a serious injury in case of an accident.

CAUTION

Never install a rear–facing child re- straint system on the front seat with the passenger airbag manual on–off switch in the “ON” position. In the event of an accident, the force of the rapid inflation of the front passenger airbag can cause death or serious in- jury to the child.

When you put a rear–facing child re- straint system on the front seat, turn the passenger airbag manual on–off switch counterclockwise to the “OFF” position. (For details, see “SRS driver airbag and front passenger airbag” in this section.) The indicator system is off.

light comes on when the

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CAUTION

If you must install a rear–facing child restraint system on the front seat, make sure the passenger airbag manual on–off switch is in the “OFF” position and that the indicator light is on.

1. Run

the

lap belt

the center

infant seat

through or around the instructions provided by its manufactur- er and insert the tab into the buckle taking care not to twist the lap belt.

following

CAUTION

(cid:1) Do not install a child restraint sys- tem on the rear seat if the child restraint system interferes with the front seat lock mechanism or with your proper driving position. This can cause death or serious injury to the child and front passenger in case of sudden braking or a colli- sion.

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

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CAUTION

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

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

(cid:1) If the seat belt does not function it cannot protect your normally, injury. Contact your child Toyota dealer immediately. Do not use the child restraint system until the seat belt is fixed.

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2. While pressing the infant seat

firmly against the seat cushion and seatback, tighten the lap belt by pulling its free end to hold the infant 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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CAUTION

Ignoring the above instructions may result in a serious injury in case of an accident.

3. To remove the infant seat, press the

buckle–release button.

(B) CONVERTIBLE SEAT INSTALLATION A convertible seat is used in forward– facing or rear–facing position depend- ing on the child’s age and size. When installing, follow the manufacturer’s in- struction about the applicable child’s age and size as well as directions for installing the child restraint system. With the child restraint system installed, check that your driving position is satis- factory and that the child restraint system does not interfere with your driving. If your driving position is not satisfactory, or interferes with your driving, install it at another posi- tion.

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CAUTION

If you must install a rear–facing child restraint system on the front seat, make sure the passenger airbag manual on–off switch is in the “OFF” position and that the indicator light is on.

CAUTION

Rear–facing child restraint system: Never install a rear–facing child re- straint system on the front seat with the passenger airbag manual on–off switch in the “ON” position. In the event of an accident, the force of the rapid inflation of the front passenger airbag can cause death or serious in- jury to the child.

When you put a rear–facing child re- straint system on the front seat, turn the passenger airbag manual on–off switch counterclockwise to the “OFF” position. (For details, see “SRS driver airbag and front passenger airbag” in this section.) The indicator system is off.

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CAUTION

Forward–facing child restraint system: A forward–facing child restraint sys- tem should never be installed on the front passenger seat with the passen- ger airbag manual on–off switch in the “ON” position, because the force of the deploying airbag could cause death or serious injury to the child in forward seating position.

CAUTION

(cid:1) Do not install a child restraint sys- tem on the rear seat if the child restraint system interferes with the front seat lock mechanism or with your proper driving position. This can cause death or serious injury to the child and front passenger in case of sudden braking or a colli- sion.

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

1. Run

lap belt

the center

through or following around its by the instructions tab into manufacturer and the buckle taking care not to twist the lap belt.

the convertible seat provided insert the

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CAUTION

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

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

(cid:1) If the seat belt does not function it cannot protect your normally, injury. Contact your child Toyota dealer immediately. Do not use the child restraint system until the seat belt is fixed.

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2. While pressing

the convertible seat firmly against the seat cushion and seatback, tighten the lap belt by pulling its free end to hold the convertible 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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—Installation with 3–point type seat belt

3. To remove the convertible seat, press

the buckle–release button.

(A) INFANT SEAT INSTALLATION An infant seat is used in rear–facing position only.

CAUTION

Never install a rear–facing child re- straint system on the right front seat with the passenger airbag manual on– off switch in the “ON” position. In the event of an accident, the force of the rapid inflation of the front pas- senger airbag can cause death or se- rious injury to the child.

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CAUTION

If you must install a rear–facing child restraint system on the right front seat, make sure the passenger airbag manual on–off switch is in the “OFF” position and that the indicator light is on.

When you install a rear–facing child re- straint system which belongs to a pas- senger risk group on the right front seat, turn the passenger airbag manual on–off switch counterclockwise to the “OFF” position. (For details, see “SRS driver airbag and front passenger air- bag” in this section.) The indicator system is off.

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CAUTION

(cid:1) Do not install a child restraint sys- tem on the rear seat if the child restraint system interferes with the front seat lock mechanism or with your proper driving position. This can cause death or serious injury to the child and front passenger in case of sudden braking or a colli- sion.

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

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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 you from properly latching the tab and buckle.

(cid:1) If the seat belt does not function it cannot protect your normally, child injury. Contact your Toyota dealer immediately. Do not use the child restraint system until the seat belt is fixed.

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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.

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.

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(B) CONVERTIBLE SEAT INSTALLATION A convertible seat is used in forward– facing or rear–facing position depend- ing on the child’s age and size. When installing, the manufacturer’s instruction about the applicable child’s age and size as well as directions for installing the child restraint system.

follow

CAUTION

Rear–facing child restraint system: Never install a rear–facing child re- straint system on the right front seat with the passenger airbag manual on– off switch in the “ON” position. In the event of an accident, the force of the rapid inflation of the front pas- senger airbag can cause death or se- rious injury to the child.

When you install a rear–facing child re- straint system which belongs to a pas- senger risk group on the right front seat, turn the passenger airbag manual on–off switch counterclockwise to the “OFF” position. (For details, see “SRS driver airbag and front passenger air- bag” in this section.) The indicator system is off.

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CAUTION

CAUTION

If you must install a rear–facing child restraint system on the right front seat, make sure the passenger airbag manual on–off switch is in the “OFF” position and that the indicator light is on.

Forward–facing child restraint system: A forward–facing child restraint sys- tem which belongs to a passenger risk group should never be installed on the right front seat with the pas- senger airbag manual on–off switch in the “ON” position, because the force of the deploying airbag could cause death or serious injury to the child in forward seating position. (For details, see “SRS driver airbag and front passenger airbag” in this sec- tion.)

CAUTION

(cid:1) Do not install a child restraint sys- tem on the rear seat if the child restraint system interferes with the front seat lock mechanism or with your proper driving position. This can cause death or serious injury to the child and front passenger in case of sudden braking or a colli- sion.

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

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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 you from properly latching the tab and buckle.

(cid:1) If the seat belt does not function it cannot protect your normally, child injury. Contact your Toyota dealer immediately. Do not use the child restraint system 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.

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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.

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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.

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

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CAUTION

A forward–facing child restraint sys- tem which belongs to a passenger risk group should never be installed on the right front seat with the pas- senger airbag manual on–off switch in the “ON” position, because the force of the deploying airbag could cause death or serious injury to the child in forward seating position. (For details, see “SRS driver airbag and front passenger airbag” in this sec- tion.)

(C) BOOSTER SEAT INSTALLATION A booster seat is used in forward–fac- ing position only.

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

insert

the

tab

Make sure the shoulder belt is correctly across the child’s shoulder and that the lap belt is positioned as low as possible on child’s hips. See “Seat belts” for de- tails.

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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. Fail- ure the amount of protection in an accident and cause serious injuries in a col- lision.

to do so could reduce

(cid:1) Both high–positioned lap belts and loose–fitting belts could cause seri- ous injuries due to sliding under the lap belt during a collision or other unintended result. Keep the lap belt positioned as low on a child’s hips as possible.

(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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(cid:1) If the seat belt does not function normally, it cannot protect your child injury. Contact your Toyota dealer immediately. Do not use the child restraint system until the seat belt is fixed.

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2. To remove the child restraint system, press the buckle–release button and al- low the belt to retract.

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—Using a top strap (standard cab models)

Symbol

Anchor brackets

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

Use the anchor bracket on the back panel to attach the top strap. Anchor brackets are installed for (each) passenger seating position. This symbol the user ready anchor brackets.

locations of

indicates

TO USE THE ANCHOR BRACKET: 1. Remove

the passenger head

re-

straint.

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2. Lightly push down on the top sur- face of the anchor bracket cover, then pull it forward to remove.

3. Fix the child restraint system with

the seat belt. Latch bracket and tighten the top strap.

the hook onto

the anchor

instructions

For the child re- straint system, see “Child restraint” in this section.

install

to

4. Replace

straint.

the passenger head

re-

Store any removed covers in a safe place such as the glove box. Be sure to replace all covers when the anchor bracket is not in use.

CAUTION

Make sure the top strap is securely latched, and check that the child re- straint system is secure by pushing and pulling it in different directions. Follow all the installation instructions provided by its manufacturer.

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—Using a top strap (access cab models)

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

Symbol

Routing devices

Anchor brackets

Outside position

Center position

Use the routing device on the rear of the seat back and the anchor bracket on the side floor to attach the top strap. Anchor brackets are rear seating position. This symbol the user ready anchor brackets.

locations of

indicates

for each

installed

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Routing device

2. Route

the

top strap

the routing device as shown in the il- lustration.

through

CAUTION

Make sure twisted.

the

top strap

is not

3. Fix the child restraint system with

the seat belt. Latch the anchor bracket on the side floor and tighten the top strap.

the hook onto

instructions

For the child re- straint system, see “Child restraint” in this section.

install

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TO USE THE ANCHOR BRACKET: Outside position 1. Remove the head restraint.

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CAUTION

Make sure the top strap is securely latched, and check that the child re- straint system is secure by pushing and pulling it in different directions. Follow all the installation instructions provided by its manufacturer.

4. Replace the head restraint.

Center position 1. Fold down the cup holder, unfasten the Velcro that attaches the anchor bracket cover, and lift the cover.

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—Installation with child restraint lower anchorages (standard cab models)

2. Route the top strap through the slot on top of the seat, pass the strap through the seat, then latch the hook onto the anchor bracket. Close the cover and return the cup holder to the original position.

Non–split bench seat

3. Move the child restraint system to

the correct position. Then fix the child restraint system with the seat belt and tighten the top strap.

CAUTION

Make sure the top strap is securely latched, and check that the child re- straint system is secure by pushing and pulling it in different directions. Follow all the installation instructions provided by its manufacturer.

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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 the seat as shown in the illustration. 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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Canada only

Canada only

Type A

Type B

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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 the clearance between seat cushion and seatback a little and confirm the position of the low- er anchorages near the tag on the seat cushion (non–split bench seat) or seatback (split bench seat).

SYSTEM

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

the the clearance between seat cushion and seatback a little and confirm the position of the low- er anchorages near the tag on the seat cushion (non–split bench seat) or seatback (split bench seat).

2. Latch the buckles onto the anchor-

ages.

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—Installation with child restraint lower anchorages (access cab models)

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” in this section.) For to the instruction manual equipped with each product.

the installation details, refer

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) After securing

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

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 the outsides of the rear seat as shown in the illustration. 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 the clearance between seat cushion and seatback a little and confirm the position of the low- er anchorages near the tag on the seatback.

SYSTEM

Canada only

Canada only

Type A

Type B

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

the the clearance between seat cushion and seatback a little and confirm the position of the low- er anchorages near the tag on the seatback.

2. Latch the buckles onto the anchor-

ages.

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Tilt steering wheel

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” in this section.) For to the instruction manual equipped with each product.

the installation details, refer

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) After securing

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

To change the steering wheel angle, hold the steering wheel, pull the lock release lever toward you, tilt the steer- ing wheel to the desired angle and re- lease the lever. When the steering wheel is in a low posi- tion, it will spring up as you release the lock release lever.

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.

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. This can cause death or serious injury to the child and front passenger in case of sudden brak- ing or a collision.

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Outside rear view mirrors—

—Power rear view mirror control

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) On some models, since the mirror surfaces can get hot, do not touch them when the outside rear view mirror heater switch is on.

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.

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

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.

for parking

The rear view mirrors can be folded backward restricted areas. To fold the rear view mirror, push back- ward.

in

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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Sun visors—

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.

To block out glare, move the sun visor. To block out glare from the front—Swing down the sun visor (position 1). To block out glare from the side—Swing down the sun visor, remove it from the hook and swing it to the lateral side (posi- tion 2). If glare comes from obliquely behind you, extend the plate at the end of the visor (to position 3).

To block the glare from the front when the main sun visor is swung to the lateral side (position 2), swing down the sub vi- sor.

CAUTION

Do not extend the plate at the end of the sun visor when the visor is in the position 1. It can cover the anti–glare inside rear view mirror and obstruct the rear view.

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—Vanity mirrors (with light)

To use the vanity mirrors, swing down the sun visor and open the cover. The vanity light comes on when you open the cover.

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SECTION 1– 4

OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Lights and Wipers Headlights and turn signals Emergency flashers Instrument panel light control Front fog lights Interior light Personal lights Ignition switch and step lights Cargo lamp Windshield wipers and washer Outside rear view mirror heaters

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

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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.

the

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 the headlights to full intensity for driving at night.

Headlights and turn signals

HEADLIGHTS To turn on the following lights: Twist the headlight/turn signal lever knob. Position 1—Parking, tail, license plate and instrument panel lights Position 2—Headlights and all of above The lights automatically turn off when the driver’s door is opened with the ignition turned off. To turn them on again, turn the key to the “ON” position or actuate the headlight switch. If you are going to park for over one week, make sure the head- light switch is off.

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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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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.