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Chock the tires.

Flat tire

Front

Rear

Left- hand side

Right- hand side

Left- hand side

Right- hand side

Wheel chock positions Behind the rear right- hand side tire Behind the rear left- hand side tire In front of the front right-hand side tire In front of the front left-hand side tire

Vehicles with a steel wheel: Remove the wheel ornament using the wrench.

To protect the wheel ornament, place a rag between the wrench and the wheel ornament, as shown in the illustration.

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Slightly loosen the wheel nuts (one turn).

Turn the jack portion “A” by hand until the notch of the jack is in contact with the jack point.

Raise the vehicle until the tire is slightly raised off the ground.

Remove all the wheel nuts and the tire.

When resting the tire on the ground, place the tire so that the wheel design faces up to avoid scratching the wheel surface.

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Installing the tire

Remove any dirt or foreign mat- ter from the wheel contact sur- face.

If foreign matter is on the wheel contact surface, the wheel nuts may loosen while the vehicle is in motion, and the tire may come off the vehicle.

Install the tire and loosely tighten each wheel nut by hand by approximately the same amount.

Replacing a steel wheel

Tapered portion

Tighten the nuts until the tapered portion comes into loose contact with the disc wheel sheet.

Tighten the nuts until the tapered portion comes into loose contact with the disc wheel sheet.

Disc wheel sheet

Replacing an aluminum wheel Tapered portion

Disc wheel sheet

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Lower the vehicle.

Firmly tighten each nut two or three times in the order shown in the illustration.

Tightening torque: 76 ft·lbf (103 N·m, 10.5 kgf·m)

Vehicles with an aluminum wheels: Remove the center wheel ornament by pushing from the reverse side.

Be careful not to lose the wheel ornament.

Position the tools as shown in the illustration. Fold the tool bag over.

Stow the flat tire, jack and all tools.

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n If you have a flat front tire on a road covered with snow or ice

Install the compact spare tire on the rear of the vehicle. Perform the fol- lowing steps and fit tire chains to the front tires.

Replace a rear tire with the compact spare tire. Replace the flat front tire with the tire removed from the rear of the vehicle. Fit tire chains to the front tires.

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CAUTION

n Using the jack

Improper use of the jack may lead to death or serious injuries due to the vehicle suddenly falling off the jack. l Do not use the jack for any purpose other than replacing tires or install-

ing and removing tire chains.

l Only use the jack that comes with this vehicle for replacing a flat tire.

Do not use it on other vehicles, and do not use other jacks for replac- ing tires on this vehicle.

l Always check that the jack is securely set to the jack point. l Do not put any part of your body under the vehicle supported by a jack. l Do not start or run the engine while your vehicle is supported by the

jack.

l Do not raise the vehicle while someone is in it. l When raising the vehicle, do not put an object on or under the jack. l Do not raise the vehicle to a height greater than that required to

replace the tire.

l Use a jack stand if it is necessary to get under the vehicle. Take particular care when lowering the vehicle to ensure that no one working on or near the vehicle will be injured.

n Replacing a flat tire

Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of death or serious injury. l Never use oil or grease on the wheel bolts or wheel nuts.

Oil and grease may cause the wheel nuts to be excessively tightened, leading to bolt or disc wheel damage. In addition, the oil or grease can cause the wheel nuts to loosen and the wheel may fall off, causing a serious accident. Remove any oil or grease from the wheel bolts or wheel nuts.

l Have the wheel nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 76 ft·lbf (103

N·m, 10.5 kgf·m) as soon as possible after changing wheels. Failure to follow these precautions could cause the nuts to loosen and the wheel may fall off, which could lead to an accident causing death or serious injury.

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CAUTION

n When using the compact spare tire

l Remember that your compact spare tire is specifically designed for use with your vehicle. Do not use your compact spare tire on another vehicle.

l Do not use two compact spare tires simultaneously. l Replace the compact spare tire with a standard tire as soon as possi-

ble.

l Avoid sudden acceleration, deceleration and braking, as well as sharp

cornering.

n Speed limit when using the compact spare tire

Do not drive at speeds in excess of 50 mph (80 km/h) when a compact spare tire is installed on the vehicle. The compact spare tire is not designed for driving at high speeds. Failing to observe this precaution may lead to an accident causing death or seri- ous injury.

n When the spare tire is attached

The vehicle speed may not be correctly detected, and the following systems may not operate correctly: l ABS & Brake assist (if equipped) l VSC (if equipped) l TRAC (if equipped) l Cruise control (if equipped)

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NOTICE

n Do not drive the vehicle with a flat tire

Do not continue driving with a flat tire. Driving even a short distance with a flat tire can damage the tire and the wheel beyond repair.

n Be careful when driving over bumps with the compact spare tire

installed on the vehicle The vehicle becomes lower when driving with the compact spare tire compared to when driving with standard tires. Be careful when driving over uneven road surfaces.

n Driving with tire chains and the compact spare tire

Do not fit tire chains to the compact spare tire. Tire chains may damage the vehicle body and adversely affect driving performance.

n When replacing the tires (vehicles with a tire pressure warning sys-

tem) l When removing or fitting the wheels, tires or the tire pressure warning valve and transmitter, contact your Toyota dealer as the tire pressure warning valve and transmitter may be damaged if not handled cor- rectly.

l Replace the grommets for the tire pressure warning valves and trans-

mitters as well.

n To avoid damaging the tire pressure warning valves and transmit-

ters (vehicles with a tire pressure warning system) Do not use liquid sealants on flat tires.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If the engine will not start

If the engine still does not start after following the correct starting procedure (→P. 112) or releasing the steering lock (→P. 112), confirm the following points. n The engine will not start even when the starter motor oper-

ates normally. One of the following may be the cause of the problem. l There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.

Refuel the vehicle.

l The engine may be flooded.

Try to restart the engine once more following correct starting procedures.

l Vehicles with engine immobilizer system: There may be a

malfunction in the engine immobilizer system. (→P. 63)

n The starter motor turns over slowly, the interior lights and headlights are dim, or the horn does not sound or sounds at a low volume. One of the following may be the cause of the problem. l The battery may be discharged. (→P. 326) l The battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.

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n The starter motor does not turn over, the interior lights and

headlights do not turn on, or the horn does not sound. One of the following may be the cause of the problem. l One or both of the battery terminals may be disconnected. l The battery may be discharged. (→P. 326)

Contact your Toyota dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if repair procedures are unknown.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P (vehicles with an automatic transmission)

If the shift lever cannot be shifted with your foot on the brake, there may be a problem with the shift lock system (a system to prevent accidental operation of the shift lever). Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately. The following steps may be used as an emergency measure to ensure that the shift lever can be shifted.

Set the parking brake. Turn the engine switch to the ACC or ON position. Depress the brake pedal.

Pry the cover up with a flathead screwdriver or equivalent.

Press the shift lock override button.

The shift lever can be shifted while the button is pressed.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If you lose your keys

New genuine Toyota keys can be made by your Toyota dealer using the key number stamped on your key number plate. Vehicles with engine immobilizer system, the dealer will also need the master key. (→P. 25)

n If you lose all your master keys. (vehicles with engine immobilizer sys-

tem) You cannot make new keys, the whole engine immobilizer system must be replaced.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If the vehicle battery is discharged

The following procedures may be used to start the engine if the vehicle’s battery is discharged. You can call your Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop. If you have a set of jumper (or booster) cables and a second vehi- cle with a 12-volt battery, you can jump start your Toyota following the steps below.

Connecting the jumper cables

Positive (+) battery terminal on your vehicle Positive (+) battery terminal on the second vehicle Negative (-) battery terminal on the second vehicle Connect the jumper cable to ground on your vehicle as shown in the illustration.

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Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the engine speed slightly and maintain at that level for approximately 5
minutes to recharge the battery of your vehicle. Maintain the engine speed of the second vehicle and start the vehicle’s engine. Once the vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper cables in the exact reverse order in which they were con- nected.

Once the engine starts, have the vehicle checked at your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

n Starting the engine when the battery is discharged (vehicles with an

automatic transmission) The engine cannot be started by push-starting.

n Avoiding a discharged battery

l Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the engine is turned

off.

l Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is run- ning at a low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic, etc.

CAUTION

n Avoiding battery fires or explosions

Observe the following precautions to prevent accidentally igniting the flam- mable gas that may be emitted from the battery. l Make sure the jumper cable is connected to the correct terminal and that it is not unintentionally in contact with any part other than the intended termi- nal.

l Do not allow the jumper cables to come into contact with the “+” and “-” ter-

minals.

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CAUTION

n Avoiding battery fires or explosions

l Do not smoke, use matches, cigarette lighters or allow open flame near

the battery.

n Battery precautions

The battery contains poisonous and corrosive acidic electrolyte, while related parts contain lead and lead compounds. Observe the following pre- cautions when handling the battery. l When working with the battery, always wear safety glasses and take care not to allow any battery fluids (acid) to come into contact with skin, clothing or the vehicle body.

l Do not lean over the battery.

In the event that battery fluid comes into contact with the skin or eyes, immediately wash the affected area with water and seek medical attention. Place a wet sponge or cloth over the affected area until medical attention can be received.

l Always wash your hands after handling the battery support, terminals, and

other battery-related parts.

l Do not allow children near the battery.

NOTICE

n To prevent damaging the vehicle (vehicles with a manual transmission) Do not pull- or push-start the vehicle, because the three-way catalytic con- verter may overheat and become a fire hazard.

n When handling jumper cables

Be careful that the jumper cables do not become tangled in the cooling fan or any of the belts when connecting or disconnecting them.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If your vehicle overheats

If your engine overheats:

Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air condi- tioning system. Check to see if steam is coming out from under the hood. If you see steam:

Stop the engine. Carefully lift the hood after the steam subsides and then restart the engine.

If you do not see steam:

Leave the engine running and carefully lift the hood.

Check to see if the cooling fan is operating. If the fan is operating:

Wait until the high engine coolant temperature warning light goes off and then stop the engine.

If the fan is not operating:

Stop the engine immediately and call your local Toyota dealer.

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The engine has cooled down sufficiently. Low engine coolant temperature indicator comes on. Check the engine coolant level. Look for obvious coolant leaks from the radiator, hoses and under the vehicle. Note that water draining from the air conditioning is normal if it has been used.

Add engine coolant if required. Water can be used in an emer- gency is unavailable. (→P. 343)

if engine coolant

Have the vehicle checked at your nearest Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

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n Overheating

If you observe the following, your vehicle may be overheating. l The high engine coolant temperature warning light flashes or comes on

or a loss of power is experienced.

l Steam is coming from under the hood.

CAUTION

n To prevent an accident or injury when inspecting under the hood of

your vehicle

If steam is seen coming from under the hood, do not open the hood until the steam has subsided. The engine compartment may be very hot, caus- ing serious injury such as burns.

l Keep hands and clothing away from the fan and other belts while the

engine is running.

l Do not loosen the radiator cap while the engine and radiator are hot.

Serious injury, such as burns, may result from hot coolant and steam released under pressure.

NOTICE

n When adding engine coolant

Wait until the engine has cooled down before adding engine coolant. When adding coolant, do so slowly. Adding cool coolant to a hot engine too quickly can cause damage to the engine.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If the vehicle becomes stuck

Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle becomes stuck in mud, dirt, or snow.

Stop the engine. Set the parking brake and put the shift lever in P (vehicles with an automatic transmission) or N (vehicles with a manual transmission). Remove the mud, snow, or sand from around the stuck tire. Place wood, stones or some other material to help provide traction under the tires. Restart the engine. If equipped, turn off the VSC (→P. 142) Shift the shift lever to D or R (automatic transmission) or 1
or R (manual transmission) and carefully apply the acceler- ator to free the vehicle.

n Emergency hook

When your vehicle becomes stuck and cannot move, the emergency hook is used for another vehicle to pull your vehi- cle out in an emergency. Your vehicle is not designed to tow another vehicle.

Do not use the left rear hook. It is not designed for towing.

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CAUTION

n When attempting to free a stuck vehicle

If you choose to rock the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the sur- rounding area is clear, to avoid striking other vehicles, objects or persons. The vehicle may also lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes free. Use extreme caution.

n When shifting the shift lever

Vehicles with automatic transmission: Be careful not to shift the shift lever with the accelerator pedal depressed. This may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle that may cause an accident and result in death or serious injury.

NOTICE

n To avoid damaging the transmission and other components

l Avoid spinning the wheels and do not rev the engine.

If the vehicle remains stuck after trying these procedures, the vehicle may require towing to be freed.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency

Only in an emergency, such as if it becomes impossible to stop the vehicle in the normal way, stop the vehicle using the following pro- cedure:

Steadily step on the brake pedal with both feet and firmly depress it. Do not pump the brake pedal repeatedly as this will increase the effort required to slow the vehicle. Shift the shift lever to N.

If the shift lever is shifted to N

After slowing down, stop the vehicle in a safe place by the road. Stop the engine.

If the shift lever cannot be shifted to N

Keep depressing the brake pedal with both feet to reduce vehicle speed as much as possible.

Stop the engine by turning the engine switch the ACC position.

to

Stop the vehicle in a safe place by the road.

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CAUTION

n If the engine has to be turned off while driving

l Power assist for the brakes and steering wheel will be lost, making the brake pedal harder to depress and the steering wheel heavier to turn. Decelerate as much as possible before turning off the engine.

l Never attempt to remove the key, as doing so will lock the steering wheel.

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6-1. Specifications Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)

Dimensions and weight

Overall length Overall width Overall height Wheelbase

Tread

Front

Rear

Vehicle capacity weight (Occupants + luggage) Towing capacity*3
(Trailer weight + cargo)

*1: P175/65R14 tires *2: P185/60R15 tires *3: Canada only

169.3 in. (4300 mm) 66.5 in. (1690 mm) 57.5 in. (1460 mm) 100.4 in. (2550 mm) 58.3 in. (1480 mm)*1
57.9 in. (1470 mm)*2
57.9 in. (1470 mm)*1
57.5 in. (1460 mm)*2

845 lb. (383 kg)

700 lb. (318 kg)

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Vehicle identification

n Vehicle identification number The vehicle identification number (VIN) is the legal identifier for your vehicle. This is the primary identification number for your Toyota. It is used in registering the ownership of your vehicle.

This number is stamped on the top left of the instrument panel.

This number is stamped under the front passenger seat.

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This number is also on the Certi- fication Label.

n Engine number The engine number is stamped on the engine block as shown.

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Engine

Model Type Bore and stroke Displacement

1NZ-FE 4-cylinder in line, 4-cycle, gasoline 2.95 × 3.33 in. (75.0 × 84.7 mm) 91.3 cu.in. (1497 cm3) 68 — 90 lbf (300 — 400 N, 31 — 41 kgf)*

Drive belt tension

Crankshaft

Generator

Water pump

Air conditioning compressor

Fuel

Fuel type Octane rating Fuel tank capacity (Reference)

*: Drive belt tension measured with Boroughs drive belt tension gauge No. BT-33-73F when the engine is cold (used belt)

Unleaded gasoline only 87 (Research octane number 91) or higher

11.1 gal. (42.0 L, 9.2 lmp.gal.)

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Lubrication system

Oil capacity (Drain and refill -reference) With filter Without filter

3.9 qt. (3.7 L, 3.3 Imp.qt.) 3.6 qt. (3.4 L, 3.0 Imp.qt.)

n Engine oil selection “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in your Toyota vehicle. Use Toy- ota approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent to satisfy the following grade and viscosity. Oil grade: ILSAC multigrade engine oil Recommended viscosity :SAE 5W-30

SAE 5W-30 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good starting in cold weather. If SAE 5W-30 is not available, SAE 10W-30 oil may be used. However, it should be replaced with SAE 5W-30 at the next oil change.

Outside temperature

The 5W portion of the oil viscosity rating indicates the characteristic of the oil which allows cold startability. Oils with a lower value before the W allow for easier starting of the engine in cold weather. The 30 in 5W-30 indicates the oil viscosity when the oil is at its operating temperature. An oil with a higher viscosity may be better suited if the vehi- cle is operated at high speeds, or under extreme load conditions.

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How to read oil container label: The ILSAC (International Lubricant Standardization and Approval Committee) Certification Mark is added to some oil containers to help you select the oil you should use.

Cooling system

Capacity

Coolant type

Vehicles with an automatic transmission 5.0 qt. (4.7 L, 4.1 Imp.qt.) Vehicles with a manual transmission 5.1 qt. (4.8 L, 4.2 Imp.qt.) Use either of the following. • “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” • Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid technology Do not use plain water alone.

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Ignition system

Spark plug Make

Gap

DENSO NGK

SK16R11
IFR5A11
0.043 in. (1.1 mm)

NOTICE

n Iridium-tipped spark plugs

Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust gap when tuning engine.

12.6 ⎯ 12.8 V Fully charged 12.2 ⎯ 12.4 V Half charged 11.8 ⎯ 12.0 V Discharged (Voltage checked 20 minutes after the key is removed with all the lights turned off) 5 A max.

Electrical system

Battery Open voltage at 68°F (20°C):

Charging rates

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Automatic transaxle

Fluid capacity* Fluid type

6.8 qt. (6.4 L, 5.6 Imp.qt.) Toyota Genuine ATF WS

*: The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference.

If replacement is necessary, contact your Toyota dealer.

NOTICE

n Automatic transmission fluid type

Using automatic transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of your transmission accompanied by vibration, and ultimately damage the automatic transmis- sion of your vehicle.

Manual transaxle

Gear oil capacity (Reference) Gear oil type Recommended gear oil viscosity

2.0 qt. (1.9 L, 1.7 Imp.qt.) Gear oil API GL-4 or GL-5

SAE 75W-90

Clutch

Clutch free play Fluid type

0.2 ⎯ 0.6 in. (5 ⎯ 15 mm) FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703

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Brakes

Pedal clearance *1

Vehicle without the VSC

Without the ABS 2.8 in. (70 mm) Min. With the ABS 2.9 in. (73 mm) Min.

Vehicle with the VSC

3.0 in. (76 mm) Min.

Pedal free play Brake pad wear limit Brake lining wear limit Parking brake lever travel *2
Fluid type *1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with the pressure of 67.4 lbf

0.04 ⎯ 0.24 in. (1 ⎯ 6 mm) 0.04 in. (1.0 mm) 0.04 in. (1.0 mm) 6 — 9 clicks FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703

(300 N, 31 kgf) with the engine running.

*2: Parking brake adjustment when pulled with the force of 44 lbf (196 N, 20

kgf).

Steering

Free play

Less than 1.2 in. (30 mm)

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Tires and wheels

Tire size

Tire inflation pressure (Recommended cold tire inflation pressure)

Wheel size Wheel nut torque

Spare

Tire size Tire inflation pressure Wheel size Wheel nut torque

P175/65R14 81S, P185/60R15 84T Driving under normal conditions Front tires: 32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm2 or bar) Rear tires: 32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm2 or bar) Driving at high speeds above 100 mph (160 km/h) (in countries where such speeds are permitted by law) Add 3 psi (20 kPa, 0.2 kgf/cm2 or bar) to the front tires and rear tires. Never exceed the maximum cold tire inflation pressure indicated on the tire sidewall. 14 × 5 J, 15 × 5 1/2 J 76 ft·lbf (103 N·m, 10.5 kgf·m)

T125/70D15 95M 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm2 or bar) 15 × 4T 76 ft·lbf (103 N·m, 10.5 kgf·m)

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Light bulbs

Light Bulbs

Bulb No

Type

Headlights and day- time running lights (if equipped) Front fog lights (if equipped) Front side marker lights Front turn signal/park- ing lights Rear turn signal lights Stop/tail and rear side marker lights Back-up lights License plate lights High mounted stop- light (vehicles without a rear spoiler) Interior light Personal lights Trunk light

—

—

—

—

—

—

— —

—

— — —

60/55

55

21/5

21

21/5

18

18

3.8

Exterior

Interior

A: HB2 halogen bulbs B: H11 halogen bulbs C: Wedge base bulbs D: Wedge base bulbs (amber) E: Double end bulbs

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6-1. Specifications Fuel information

Your vehicle must use only unleaded gasoline. Select octane rating 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher. Use of unleaded gasoline with an octane rating lower than 87 may result in engine knocking. Persistent knocking can lead to engine damage. At minimum, the gasoline you use should meet the specifications of ASTM D4814 in the U.S.A. and CGSB3.5-M93 in Canada.

n Fuel tank opening for unleaded gasoline

To help prevent incorrect fueling, your Toyota has a fuel tank opening that only accommodates the special nozzle on unleaded fuel pumps.

n If your engine knocks

l Consult your Toyota dealer. l You may occasionally notice light knocking for a short time while acceler-

ating or driving uphill. This is normal and there is no need for concern.

n Gasoline quality

In very few cases, driveability problems may be caused by the brand of gas- oline you are using. If driveability problems persist, try changing the brand of gasoline. If this does not correct the problem, consult your Toyota dealer.

n Gasoline quality standards

l Automotive manufacturers in the US, Europe and Japan have developed a specification for fuel quality called World-Wide Fuel Charter (WWFC) that is expected to be applied worldwide.

l The WWFC consists of four categories that are based on required emis-

sion levels. In the US, category 4 has been adopted.

l The WWFC improves air quality by lowering emissions in vehicle fleets,

and customer satisfaction through better performance.

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n Toyota recommends the use of gasoline containing detergent additives l Toyota recommends the use of gasoline that contains detergent additives

to avoid build-up of engine deposits.

l All gasoline sold in the US contains detergent additives to clean and/or

keep clean intake systems.

n Toyota recommends the use of cleaner burning gasoline

Cleaner burning gasoline, including reformulated gasoline that contains oxy- genates such as ethanol or MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether) is available in many areas. Toyota recommends the use of cleaner burning gasoline and appropriately blended reformulated gasoline. These types of gasoline provide excellent vehicle performance, reduce vehicle emissions and improve air quality.

n Toyota does not recommend blended gasoline

l Toyota allows the use of oxygenate blended gasoline where the oxygen-

ate content is up to 10% ethanol or 15% MTBE. If you use gasohol in your Toyota, be sure that it has an octane rating no lower than 87.

l Toyota does not recommend the use of gasoline containing methanol.

n Toyota does not recommend gasoline containing MMT

Some gasoline contains octane enhancing additive called MMT (Methylcy- clopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl). Toyota does not recommend the use of gasoline that contains MMT. If fuel containing MMT is used, your emission control system may be adversely affected. The malfunction indicator lamp on the instrument cluster may come on. If this happens, contact your Toyota dealer for service.

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NOTICE

n Notice on fuel quality

l Do not use improper fuels. If improper fuels are used the engine will be

damaged.

l Do not use leaded gasoline.

Leaded gasoline can cause damage to your vehicle’s three-way catalytic converters causing the emission control system to malfunction.

l Do not use gasohol other than that stated here.

Other gasohol may cause fuel system damage or vehicle performance problems.

l Use of unleaded gasoline with an octane rating lower than 87 may result in engine knocking. Persistent knocking can lead to engine damage and should be corrected by refueling with higher octane unleaded gasoline.

n Fuel-related poor driveability

If after using a different type of fuel, poor driveability is encountered (poor hot starting, vaporization, engine knocking, etc.), discontinue the use of that type of fuel.

n When refueling with gasohol Take care not to spill gasohol. It can damage your vehicle’s paint.

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6-1. Specifications Tire information

Typical tire symbols

Standard tire

(→P. 356) (→P. 355) (→P. 357)

Tire size DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN) Location of treadwear indicators Tire ply composition and materials Plies are layers of rubber-coated parallel cords. Cords are the strands which form the plies in a tire. Uniform tire quality grading For details, see “Uniform Tire Quality Grading” that follows. Load limit at maximum cold tire inflation pressure Maximum cold tire inflation pressure This means the pressure to which a tire may be inflalted. TUBELESS or TUBE TYPE A tubeless tire does not have a tube and air is directly filled in the tire. A tube type tire has a tube inside the tire and the tube main- tains the air pressure.

(→P. 359) (→P. 359)

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Radial tires or bias-ply tires A radial tire has RADIAL on the sidewall. A tire not marked RADIAL is a bias-ply tire. Summer tire or all season tire (→P. 357) An all season tire has M+S on the sidewall. A tire not marked M+S is a summer tire.

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Compact spare tire

TEMPORARY USE ONLY (→P. 313) A compact spare tire is identified by the phrase TEMPORARY USE ONLY molded into its sidewall. This tire is designed for temporary emergency use only. Tire size DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN) Location of treadwear indicators Load limit at maximum cold tire inflation pressure Maximum cold tire inflation pressure This means the pressure to which a tire may be inflated. Tire ply composition and materials Plies are layers of rubber-coated parallel cords. Cords are the strands which form the plies in a tire. TUBELESS or TUBE TYPE A tubeless tire does not have a tube and air is directly filled in the tire. A tube type tire has a tube inside the tire and the tube main- tains the air pressure.

(→P. 356) (→P. 355) (→P. 357) (→P. 359) (→P. 359)

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Radial tires or bias-ply tires A radial tire has RADIAL on the sidewall. A tire not marked RADIAL is a bias-ply tire.

Typical DOT and tire identification number (TIN)

Identification Number

DOT symbol* Tire (TIN) Tire manufacturer’s identifica- tion mark Tire size code Manufacturer’s optional type code (3 or 4 letters) Manufacturing week Manufacturing year *:The DOT symbol certifies that the tire conforms to applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.

tire

355

The illustration indicates typical tire size.

Tire use (P = Passenger car, T = Temporary use) Section width (millimeters) Aspect ratio (tire height to section width) Tire construction code (R = Radial, D = Diagonal) Wheel diameter (inches) Load index (2 digits or 3 digits) Speed symbol (alphabet with one letter)

Section width Tire height Wheel diameter

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Tire size

n Typical tire size information

n Tire dimensions

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Tire section names

Bead Sidewall Shoulder Tread Belt Inner liner Reinforcing rubber Carcass Rim lines Bead wires Chafer

Uniform Tire Quality Grading

This information has been prepared in accordance with regulations issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration of the U.S.A. Department of Transportation. It provides the purchasers and/or prospective purchasers of Toyota vehicles with information on uniform tire quality grading.

Your Toyota dealer will help answer any questions you may have as you read this information.

n DOT quality grades

All passenger vehicle tires must conform to Federal Safety Requirements in addition to these grades. Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A

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n Treadwear

The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a speci- fied government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half (1 - 1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate.

n Traction AA, A, B, C

The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B and C, and they represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance. Warning: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on braking (straight ahead) traction tests and does not include cornering (turn- ing) traction.

n Temperature A, B, C

The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, represent- ing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a speci- fied indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passen- ger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Stan- dard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the labo- ratory test wheel than the minimum required by law.

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Warning: The temperature grades for this tire are established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either sepa- rately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire fail- ure.

Glossary of tire terminology

Tire related term

Meaning

Cold tire inflation pres- sure

Maximum inflation pressure

Recommended infla- tion pressure

Accessory weight

Curb weight

Maximum loaded vehi- cle weight

Normal occupant weight

Tire pressure when the vehicle has been parked for three hours or more, or has not been driven more than 1 mile or 1.5 km under that condition The maximum cold inflated pressure to which a tire may be inflated, shown on the sidewall of the tire Cold tire inflation pressure recommended by a manufacturer The combined weight (in excess of those stan- dard items which may be replaced) of trans- mission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, radio and heater, to the extent that these items are available as factory- installed equipment (whether installed or not) The weight of a motor vehicle with standard equipment, including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil and coolant, and if so equipped, air conditioning and additional weight optional engine The sum of: (a) Curb weight (b) Accessory weight (c) Vehicle capacity weight (d) Production options weight 150 lb. (68 kg) times the number of occupants specified in the second column of Table 1* that follows

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Tire related term

Occupant distribution

Production options weight

Rim

Rim diameter (Wheel diameter) Rim size designation

Rim type designation

Rim width Vehicle capacity weight (Total load capacity)

Vehicle maximum load on the tire

Vehicle normal load on the tire

Weather side

Meaning

Distribution of occupants in a vehicle as speci- fied in the third column of Table 1* below The combined weight of installed regular pro- duction options weighing over 5 lb. (2.3 kg) in excess of the standard items which they replace, not previously considered in curb weight or accessory weight, including heavy duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, heavy duty battery, and special trim A metal support for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upon which the tire beads are seated

Nominal diameter of the bead seat

Rim diameter and width The industry manufacturer’s designation for a rim by style or code Nominal distance between rim flanges The rated cargo and luggage load plus 150 lb. (68 kg) times the vehicle’s designated seating capacity The load on an individual tire that is determined by distributing to each axle its share of the maximum loaded vehicle weight, and dividing by two The load on an individual tire that is determined by distributing to each axle its share of curb weight, accessory weight, and normal occu- pant weight (distributed in accordance with Table 1* below), and dividing by two The surface area of the rim not covered by the inflated tire

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Tire related term

Meaning

Bead

Bead separation

Bias ply tire

Carcass

Chunking

Cord

Cord separation

Cracking

CT

Extra load tire

Groove

Innerliner

Innerliner separation

The part of the tire that is made of steel wires, wrapped or reinforced by ply cords and that is shaped to fit the rim A breakdown of the bond between components in the bead A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that extend to the beads are laid at alternate angles substantially less than 90 degrees to the cen- terline of the tread The tire structure, except tread and sidewall rubber which, when inflated, bears the load The breaking away of pieces of the tread or sidewall The strands forming the plies in the tire The parting of cords from adjacent rubber com- pounds Any parting within the tread, sidewall, or inner- liner of the tire extending to cord material A pneumatic tire with an inverted flange tire and rim system in which the rim is designed with rim flanges pointed radially inward and the tire is designed to fit on the underside of the rim in a manner that encloses the rim flanges inside the air cavity of the tire A tire designed to operate at higher loads and at higher inflation pressures than the corre- sponding standard tire The space between two adjacent tread ribs The layer(s) forming the inside surface of a tubeless tire that contains the inflating medium within the tire The parting of the innerliner from cord material in the carcass

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Tire related term

Meaning

(a)The sidewall that contains a whitewall, bears

white lettering, or bears manufacturer, brand, and/or model name molding that is higher or deeper than the same molding on the other sidewall of the tire, or

(b)The outward facing sidewall of asymmetrical

tire that has a particular side that must always face outward when mounted on a vehicle

A tire designated by its manufacturer as prima- rily intended for use on lightweight trucks or multipurpose passenger vehicles The maximum load that a tire is rated to carry for a given inflation pressure The load rating for a tire at the maximum per- missible inflation pressure for that tire The maximum cold inflation pressure to which a tire may be inflated The rim on which a tire is fitted for physical dimension requirements Any parting at any junction of tread, sidewall, or innerliner that extends to cord material The overall diameter of an inflated new tire The linear distance between the exteriors of the sidewalls of an inflated tire, including eleva- tions due to labeling, decorations, or protective bands or ribs A tire intended for use on passenger cars, mul- tipurpose passenger vehicles, and trucks, that have a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 10,000 lb. or less A layer of rubber-coated parallel cords

Intended outboard sidewall

Light truck (LT) tire

Load rating

Maximum load rating

Maximum permissible inflation pressure

Measuring rim

Open splice

Outer diameter

Overall width

Passenger car tire

Ply

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Ply separation

Pneumatic tire

Radial ply tire

Reinforced tire

Section width

Sidewall

Sidewall separation

Snow tire

Test rim

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Meaning

A parting of rubber compound between adja- cent plies A mechanical device made of rubber, chemi- cals, fabric and steel or other materials, that, when mounted on an automotive wheel, pro- vides the traction and contains the gas or fluid that sustains the load A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that extend to the beads are laid at substantially 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread A tire designed to operate at higher loads and at higher inflation pressures than the corre- sponding standard tire The linear distance between the exteriors of the sidewalls of an inflated tire, excluding ele- vations due to labeling, decoration, or protec- tive bands That portion of a tire between the tread and bead The parting of the rubber compound from the cord material in the sidewall A tire that attains a traction index equal to or greater than 110, compared to the ASTM E- 1136 Standard Reference Test Tire, when using the snow traction test as described in ASTM F-1805-00, Standard Test Method for Single Wheel Driving Traction in a Straight Line on Snow-and Ice-Covered Surfaces, and which is marked with an Alpine Symbol ( ) on at least one sidewall The rim on which a tire is fitted for testing, and may be any rim listed as appropriate for use with that tire

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Tire related term

Meaning

Tread

Tread rib

Tread separation

Treadwear indicators (TWI)

That portion of a tire that comes into contact with the road A tread section running circumferentially around a tire Pulling away of the tread from the tire carcass The projections within the principal grooves designed to give a visual indication of the degrees of wear of the tread The fixture used to hold the wheel and tire assembly securely during testing

Wheel-holding fixture *:Table 1 ⎯ Occupant loading and distribution for vehicle normal load

for various designated seating capacities

Designated seating capacity, Number of

occupants 2 through 4

5 through 10

11 through 15

16 through 20

Vehicle normal load,