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STARTING AND DRIVING
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Security check before
driving
It is a good idea to check the vehicle before driving. A
few minutes to carry out the inspection will help ensure
a safe and pleasant drive.
Brakes. Make sure the pedal has enough play.
In the engine compartment
All you need is a basic knowledge of the vehicle and a
keen eye! If you wish, any authorized Toyota dealer or
workshop, or other properly qualified and equipped
professional, will carry out such an inspection for you
for a small fee.
Replacement fuses. Make sure you have spare fuses.
These should cover all the current ranges marked on
the fuse box cover.
Coolant level. Make sure the coolant level is in the
correct range. (See page 375 in Chapter 7-2.)
WARNING
Battery and cables. All battery cells should be filled
with distilled water to the correct level. Check for loose
and corroded pole attachments or cracked housing.
Check that cables and connections are in good
condition.
If you are checking in a closed garage, make sure
the area is well ventilated. Exhaust gases are
poisonous.
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
Vehicle from the outside
Wiring. Check for damage, loose or disconnected wires.
Tires. Check the pressure with a pressure gauge and
carefully inspect the tires for cuts, damage or excessive
wear.
Fuel line. Check the lines for fuel leaks or loose
connections.
Wheel nut Make sure none are missing and that they
AFTER STARTING THE ENGINE
are tight.
Fluid leakage. After parking the vehicle, wait a while
and then check under the vehicle for fuel, oil, water or
fluid leaks.
Exhaust system. Check for leaks by listening. Have
any leaks repaired immediately. (See "Exhaust Gas
Warning" on page 288 in Chapter 2).
(Water dripping from the air conditioner after use is
normal.)
Engine oil level. Switch off the engine and check the
engine oil level with the dipstick while the car is
stationary. (See page 372 in Chapter 7-2).
Lights. Check that the headlights, brake, tail, direction
and other lights are on.
Check the headlight tilt adjustment.
Inside the vehicle
WHILE DRIVING
Spare wheel, jack and wheel nut wrench.
Check the tire pressure and make sure you have a jack
and a wheel nut wrench.
Devices. Make sure the speedometer and other gauges
are working.
Seat belts. Check that the buckles can be fastened
Brakes. In a safe place, check that the brakes do not
securely. Make sure the belts are not worn or chafed.
pull to the side when braking.
Something unusual? Check for component looseness
Instruments and controls. In particular, check that the
service lights, instrument lights and defroster are
working.
and leaks. Pay attention to unusual sounds.
If everything is in order, you will feel good and enjoy
driving!
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