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—Blocking the wheel

—Loosening wheel nuts

When storing the spare tire, put it in

place with the outer side of the wheel

facing up. Then secure the tire by re-

peating the above removal steps in

reverse order to prevent it from flying

forward during a collision or sudden

braking.

The compact tire storage area is de-

signed only for a compact spare tire.

Standard size tire cannot be stored

in this storage area.

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SY41012

2. Block the wheel diagonally op-

posite the flat tire to keep the

vehicle from rolling when it is

jacked up.

When blocking the wheel, place a

wheel block in front of one of the front

wheels or behind one of the rear

wheels.

3. Loosen all the wheel nuts.

Always loosen the wheel nuts before

raising the vehicle.

The nuts turn counterclockwise to

loosen. To get maximum leverage, fit

the wrench to the nut so that the han-

dle is on the right side, as shown

above. Grasp the wrench near the

end of the handle and pull up on the

handle. Be careful that the wrench

does not slip off the nut.

Do not remove the nuts yet—just un-

screw them about one−half turn.

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—Positioning the jack

—Raising your vehicle

CAUTION

Never use oil or grease on the

bolts or nuts. The nuts may loos-

en and the wheels may fall off,

which could cause a serious ac-

cident.

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SU41126

4. Position the jack at the correct

jack point as shown.

Make sure the jack is positioned on

a level and solid place.

5. After making sure that no one

is in the vehicle, raise it high

enough so that the spare tire

can be installed.

Remember you will need more ground

clearance when putting on the spare

tire than when removing the flat tire.

To raise the vehicle, insert the jack

handle into the jack (it is a loose fit)

and turn it clockwise. As the jack

touches the vehicle and begins to lift,

double−check that it is properly posi-

tioned.

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—Changing wheels

CAUTION

Never get under the vehicle when

the vehicle is supported by the

jack alone.

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SY41015

6. Remove the wheel nuts and

change tires.

Lift the flat tire straight off and put it

aside.

Roll the spare wheel into position and

align the holes in the wheel with the

bolts. Then lift up the wheel and get

at least the top bolt started through

its hole. Wiggle the tire and press it

back over the other bolts.

Before putting on wheels, remove any

corrosion on the mounting surfaces

with a wire brush or such. Installation

of wheels without good metal−to−met-

al contact at the mounting surface can

cause wheel nuts to loosen and

eventually cause a wheel to come off

while driving.

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—Reinstalling wheel nuts

—Lowering your vehicle

CAUTION

Never use oil or grease on the

bolts or nuts. Doing so may lead

to overtightening the nuts and

damaging the bolts. The nuts

may loosen and the wheels may

fall off, which could cause a seri-

ous accident. If there is oil or

grease on any bolt or nut, clean

it.

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SU41127

7. Reinstall all the wheel nuts fin-

ger tight.

8. Lower the vehicle completely

and tighten the wheel nuts.

Reinstall the wheel nuts (tapered end

inward) and tighten them as much as

you can by hand. Press back on the

tire and see if you can tighten them

more.

Turn the jack handle counterclock-

wise to lower the vehicle.

Use only the wheel nut wrench to

tighten the nuts. Do not use other

tools or any additional leverage other

than your hands, such as a hammer,

pipe or your foot. Make sure the

wrench is securely engaged over the

nut.

Tighten each nut a little at a time in

the order shown. Repeat the process

until all the nuts are tight.

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—Stowing flat tire

9. Restow all the tools and jack se-

curely. Then secure the flat tire

and the spare tire cover with the

tire tie−down belts and the ISO-

FIX bar in the luggage compart-

ment as follows.

CAUTION

D When lowering the vehicle,

make sure all portions of your

body and all other persons

around will not be injured as

the vehicle is lowered to the

ground.

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CAUTION

D Have the wheel nuts tightened

with torque wrench to 103 N·m

(10.5 kgf·m, 76 ft·lbf), as soon

as possible after changing

wheels. Otherwise, the nuts

may loosen and the wheels

may fall off, which could cause

a serious accident.

Before driving, make sure all the

tools, jack and flat tire are se-

curely in place in their storage

location to reduce the possibility

of personal injury during a colli-

sion or sudden braking.

Aluminum wheels—Before stowing

the flat tire, remove the center wheel

ornament.

Be careful not to lose the wheel orna-

ment.

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SU41117a

SU41118b

Put the belt on the ISOFIX bar.

Place a flat tire against the seatback

with the tire in an upright position.

Pass one of the belt hooks through

the center hole located on the wheel

of the flat tire.

Put the spare tire cover against the

flat tire, and then pass the rest of the

belt hooks thorough the hole in the

cover.

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—After changing wheels

10.Check the air pressure of the re-

placed tire.

Adjust the air pressure to the specifi-

cation designated on page 217 in

Section 8. If the pressure is lower,

drive slowly to the nearest service

station and fill to the correct pressure.

Do not forget to reinstall the tire valve

cap as dirt and moisture could get into

the valve core and possibly cause air

leakage. If the cap is missing, have

a new one put on as soon as possible.

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SU41120a

As soon after changing wheels as

possible, tighten the wheel nuts to the

torque specified on page 217 in Sec-

tion 8 with a torque wrench. And have

a technician repair the flat tire.

Tie the tire and board together with

the belt, and then draw the buckle on

the belt toward yourself.

Hold the buckle and pull the belt. Se-

curely tie the tire and spare tire cover.

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If your vehicle needs to be

towed—

If your vehicle becomes stuck

If your vehicle becomes stuck in snow,

mud, sand, etc., then you may attempt

to rock the vehicle free by moving it

forward and backward.

(a) Towing with wheel lift type truck—

—From front

NOTICE

If you rock your vehicle, observe the

following precautions to prevent dam-

age to the transmission and other

parts.

CAUTION

z Do not depress the accelerator ped-

al while shifting the selector lever

or before the transmission is com-

pletely shifted to forward or reverse

gear.

Do not attempt to rock the vehicle

free by moving it forward and back-

ward if people or objects are any

where near the vehicle. During the

rocking operation the vehicle may

suddenly move forward or backward

as it becomes unstuck, causing injury

or damage to nearby people or ob-

jects.

—From rear

z Do not race the engine and avoid

spinning the wheels.

z If your vehicle remains stuck after

rocking the vehicle several times,

consider other ways such as tow-

ing.

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(b) Using flat bed truck

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If towing is necessary, we recommend

you to have it done by your Toyota

dealer or a commercial tow truck ser-

vice. In consultation with them, have

your vehicle towed using either (a) or

(b).

(a) Towing with wheel lift type truck

D Automatic transmission:

From front—Release the parking brake.

Use

a

towing dolly under the front

wheels.

NOTICE

When lifting wheels, take care to en-

sure adequate ground clearance for

towing at the opposite end of the

raised vehicle. Otherwise, the bumper

and/or underbody of the towed vehicle

will be damaged during towing.

Never tow a vehicle with an automatic

transmission from the rear with the

front wheels on the ground, as this

may cause serious damage to the

transmission.

Only when you cannot receive a towing

service from a Toyota dealer or com-

mercial tow truck service, tow your ve-

hicle carefully in accordance with the

instructions given in “—Emergency

towing” in this Section.

(b) Using flat bed truck

From rear—

Proper equipment will help ensure that

your vehicle is not damaged while being

towed. Commercial operators are generally

aware of the state/provincial and local

laws pertaining to towing.

D Manual transmission:

We recommend using

a

towing dolly

under the front wheels. If you do not

use a towing dolly, place the ignition

key in the “ACC” position and put the

transmission in neutral.

Your vehicle can be damaged if it is

towed incorrectly. Although most operators

know the correct procedure, it is possible

to make a mistake. To avoid damage to

your vehicle, make sure the following few

precautions are observed. If necessary,

show this page to the tow truck driver.

NOTICE

Do not tow with the key removed or

in the “LOCK” position when towing

from the rear without a towing dolly.

The steering lock mechanism is not

strong enough to hold the front

wheels straight.

TOWING PRECAUTIONS:

Use a safety chain system for all towing,

and abide by the state/provincial and local

laws. The wheels and axle on the ground

must be in good condition. If they are

damaged, use a towing dolly.

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—Emergency towing

If towing is necessary, we recommend

you to have it done by your Toyota

dealer or a commercial tow truck ser-

vice.

(c) Towing with sliding type

truck

If a towing service is not available in

an emergency, your vehicle may be

temporarily towed by a cable or chain

secured to either the emergency towing

eyelet on the front of the vehicle or to

the right emergency towing eyelet un-

der the rear of the vehicle. Use extreme

caution when towing vehicles.

SY41021

SU41122

Vehicles with an automatic transmis-

sion, use only the front towing eyelet

when towing your vehicle.

Front

(c) Towing with sling type truck

NOTICE

To install the front towing eyelet, see

“—Installing front towing eyelet” on page

159 in this Section.

Do not tow with sling type truck, ei-

ther from the front or rear. This may

cause body damage.

NOTICE

z Only use specified towing eyelet;

otherwise your vehicle may be dam-

aged.

SU41123

z Vehicles with an automatic trans-

mission, never tow a vehicle from

the rear with four wheels on the

ground. This may cause serious

damage to the transmission.

Rear

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—Installing front towing eyelet

A driver must be in the vehicle to steer

it and operate the brakes.

NOTICE

z Use only a cable or chain specifi-

cally intended for use in towing ve-

hicles. Securely fasten the cable or

chain to the towing eyelet provided.

Towing in this manner may be done only

on hard−surfaced roads for a short dis-

tance and at low speeds. Also, the

wheels, axles, drive train, steering and

brakes must all be in good condition.

SU41113b

z Do not use the left rear eyelet. It is

not designed for towing.

CAUTION

Before towing, release the parking brake

and put the transmission in neutral (manu-

al) or “N” (automatic). The key must be

in “ACC” (engine off) or “ON” (engine run-

ning).

D Use extreme caution when towing

vehicles. Avoid sudden starts or er-

ratic

driving

maneuvers

which

would place excessive stress on the

emergency towing eyelets and tow-

ing cable or chain. The eyelets and

towing cable or chain may break

and cause serious injury or dam-

age.

1. Remove and turn over the spare tire

cover. Remove the front towing eyelet.

CAUTION

If the engine is not running, the pow-

er assist for the brakes and steering

will not work so steering and braking

will be much harder than usual.

D In case of installing the front eyelet

on the vehicle, be sure to tighten

the front eyelet securely. If the eye-

let is loose, it may come off when

towing and result in death or seri-

ous injury to the passenger in the

front vehicle or damage to that ve-

hicle.

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SU41124

SZ41022

2. Remove the front towing eyelet cover

on the front bumper, using flat−

3. Secure the front towing eyelet to the

hole on the bumper by turning clock-

wise.

4. Tighten the front towing eyelet securely

by a wheel nut wrench.

a

bladed screwdriver which is wrapped

with a cloth.

CAUTION

When installing the eyelet on the ve-

hicle, be sure to tighten the front

eyelet securely. If the eyelet is loose,

it may come off when being towed

and result in death or serious injury.

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If you cannot shift automatic

transmission selector lever

If you lose your keys

You can purchase a new key at your

Toyota dealer if you can give them the

key number.

See the suggestion given in “Keys” in

Section 1−2.

If your keys are locked in the vehicle and

you cannot get a duplicate, many Toyota

dealers can still open the door for you,

using their special tools. If you must

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SU41053

break

a

window to get in, we suggest

breaking the smallest side window be-

cause it is the least expensive to replace.

Be extremely cautious to avoid cuts from

the glass.

If you cannot shift the selector lever

out of “P” position to other positions

even though the brake pedal is de-

pressed, use the shift lock override but-

ton as follows:

3. Insert your finger into the hole to

push down the shift lock override

button. You can shift out of “P”

position only while pushing the but-

ton.

1. Turn the ignition key to “LOCK”

position. Make sure the parking

brake is applied.

4. Shift into “N” position.

5. Insert the cover.

6. Start the engine. For your safety,

keep the brake pedal depressed.

2. Pry up the cover with a flat−bladed

screwdriver or equivalent.

Be sure to have the system checked by

your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

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CORROSION PREVENTION AND

5

APPEARANCE CARE

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Washing and waxing your Toyota . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165

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Protecting your Toyota from

corrosion

Toyota, through its diligent research, de-

sign and use of the most advanced

technology available, helps prevent corro-

sion and provides you with the finest qual-

ity vehicle construction. Now, it is up to

you. Proper care of your Toyota can help

ensure long−term corrosion prevention.

D Wetness or dampness to certain parts

of your vehicle for an extended period

of time, may cause corrosion even

though other parts of the vehicle may

be dry.

D High pressure water or steam is effec-

tive for cleaning the vehicle’s underside

and wheel housings. Pay particular

attention to these areas as it is difficult

to see all the mud and dirt. It will do

more harm than good to simply wet the

mud and debris without removing. The

lower edge of doors, rocker panels and

frame members have drain holes which

should not be allowed to clog with dirt

as trapped water in these areas can

cause corrosion.

D High temperatures will cause corrosion

to those components of the vehicle

which do not dry quickly due to lack

of proper ventilation.

The most common causes of corrosion

to your vehicle are:

D The accumulation of road salt, dirt and

moisture in hard−to−reach areas under

the vehicle.

The above signifies the necessity to keep

your vehicle, particularly the underside, as

clean as possible and to repair any dam-

age to paint or protective coatings as

soon as possible.

D Wash the underside of the vehicle thor-

D Chipping of paint, or undercoating

caused by minor accidents or by

stones and gravel.

oughly when winter is over.

See “Washing and waxing your Toyota” for

more tips.

To help prevent corrosion on your

Toyota, follow these guidelines:

Care is especially important if you live

in particular areas or operate your ve-

hicle under certain environmental condi-

tions:

Check the condition of your vehicle’s

paint and trim. If you find any chips or

scratches in the paint, touch them up im-

mediately to prevent corrosion from start-

ing. If the chips or scratches have gone

through the bare metal, have a qualified

body shop make the repair.

Wash your vehicle frequently. It is, of

course, necessary to keep your vehicle

clean by regular washing, but to prevent

corrosion, the following points should be

observed:

D Road salt or dust control chemicals will

accelerate corrosion, as will the pres-

ence of salt in the air near the sea−

coast or in areas of industrial pollution.

D If you drive on salted roads in the

winter or if you live near the ocean,

you should hose off the undercarriage

at least once a month to minimize cor-

rosion.

D High humidity accelerates corrosion es-

pecially when temperatures range just

above the freezing point.

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Washing and waxing your

Toyota

Check the interior of your vehicle. Wa-

ter and dirt can accumulate under the

floor mats and could cause corrosion. Oc-

casionally check under the mats to make

sure the area is dry. Be particularly care-

ful when transporting chemicals, cleans-

ers, fertilizers, salt, etc.; these should be

transported in proper containers. If a spill

or leak should occur, immediately clean

and dry the area.

Washing your Toyota

1. Rinse off loose dirt with a hose. Re-

move any mud or road salt from the

underside of the vehicle or in the

wheel wells.

Keep your vehicle clean by regular

washing.

The following cases may cause weakness

to the paint or corrosion to the body and

parts. Wash your vehicle as soon as pos-

sible.

2. Wash with

a

mild car−wash soap,

mixed according to the manufacturer’s

instructions. Use a soft cotton mitt and

keep it wet by dipping it frequently into

the wash water. Do not rub hard—let

the soap and water remove the dirt.

D When driving in a coastal area

D When driving on a road sprinkled with

Use mud shields on your wheels. If you

drive on salted or gravel roads, mud

shields help protect your vehicle. Full−size

shields, which come as near to the ground

as possible, are the best. We recommend

that the fittings and the area where the

shields are installed be treated to resist

corrosion. Your Toyota dealer will be

happy to assist in supplying and installing

the shields if they are recommended for

your area.

antifreeze

Fuel filler door: Do not apply water (high−

pressure car wash, for example) at or

near the fuel tank inlet with the fuel filler

door opened. If the water enters the air

vent, you may experience trouble with re-

fueling or rough engine idling.

D When exposed to coal tar, tree sap,

bird droppings and carcass of an insect

D When driving in areas where there is

a lot of smoke, soot, dust, iron dust or

chemical substances

Plastic wheel ornaments: The plastic

wheel ornaments are damaged easily by

organic substances. If any organic sub-

stance splashes an ornament, be sure to

wash it off with water and check if the

ornament is damaged.

D When the vehicle becomes remarkably

dirty with dust and mud

Hand−washing your Toyota

Work in the shade and wait until the

vehicle body is not hot to the touch.

Keep your vehicle in a well ventilated

garage or a roofed place. Do not park

your vehicle in a damp, poorly venti-

lated garage. If you wash your vehicle in

the garage, or if you drive it covered with

water or snow, your garage may be so

damp as to cause corrosion. Even if your

garage is heated, a wet vehicle can cor-

rode if the ventilation is poor.

CAUTION

When cleaning under floor or chassis,

be careful not to injure your hands.

Do not attach the heavily damaged

plastic wheel ornament. It may fly off

the wheel and cause accidents while

the vehicle is moving.

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Aluminum wheels: Use only a mild soap

or neutral detergent.

Automatic car wash

Waxing your Toyota

Your vehicle may be washed in an auto-

matic car wash, but remember that the

paint can be scratched by some types of

brushes, unfiltered washing water, or the

washing process itself. Scratching reduces

paint durability and gloss, especially on

darker colors. The manager of the car

wash should be able to advise you wheth-

er the process is safe for the paint on

your vehicle.

Polishing and waxing is recommended

to maintain the original beauty of your

Toyota’s finish.

Plastic bumpers: Wash carefully. Do not

scrub with abrasive cleaners. The bumper

faces are soft.

Apply wax once a month or if the vehicle

surface does not repel water well.

Road tar: Remove with turpentine or

cleaners that are marked safe for painted

surfaces.

1. Always wash and dry the vehicle be-

fore you begin waxing, even if you are

using a combined cleaner and wax.

NOTICE

2. Use a good quality polish and wax. If

the finish has become extremely weath-

Do not use organic substances (gaso-

line, kerosene, benzine or strong sol-

vents), which may be toxic or cause

damage.

NOTICE

ered, use

a

car−cleaning polish, fol-

lowed by a separate wax. Carefully fol-

low the manufacturer’s instructions and

precautions. Be sure to polish and wax

the chrome trim as well as the paint.

To prevent damage to the antenna,

make sure to remove it before driving

your Toyota through an automatic car

wash.

3. Rinse

thoroughly—dried

soap

can

cause streaking. In hot weather you

may need to rinse each section right

after you wash it.

3. Wax the vehicle again when water

does not bead but remains on the sur-

face in large patches.

To remove the antenna, carefully turn it

counterclockwise.

4. To prevent water spots, dry the vehicle

using a clean soft cotton towel. Do not

rub or press hard—you might scratch

the paint.

NOTICE

Always remove the plastic bumpers if

your vehicle is re−painted and placed

in a high heat paint waxing booth.

High temperatures could damage the

bumpers.

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Cleaning the interior

Vinyl interior

Carpets

Use good foam−type shampoo to

clean the carpets.

CAUTION

The vinyl upholstery may be easily

cleaned with a mild soap or detergent

and water.

a

Do not wash the vehicle floor with

water, or allow water to get onto the

floor when cleaning the vehicle interi-

or or exterior. Water may get into

audio components or other electrical

components above or under the floor

carpet (or mat) and cause a malfunc-

tion; and it may cause body corro-

sion.

Begin by vacuuming thoroughly to remove

as much dirt as possible. Several types of

foam cleaners are available; some are in

aerosol cans and others are powders or

liquids which you mix with water to pro-

duce a foam. To shampoo the carpets,

use a sponge or brush to apply the foam.

Rub in overlapping circles.

First vacuum over the upholstery to re-

move loose dirt. Then, using a sponge or

soft cloth, apply the soap solution to the

vinyl. After allowing it to soak in for a few

minutes to loosen the dirt, remove the dirt

and wipe off the soap with a clean damp

cloth. If all the dirt do not come off, re-

peat the procedure. Commercial foaming−

type vinyl cleaners are also available

which work well. Follow the manufacturer’s

instructions.

Do not apply water—the best results are

obtained by keeping the carpet as dry as

possible. Read the shampoo instructions

and follow them closely.

Seat belts

NOTICE

The seat belts may be cleaned with

mild soap and water or with lukewarm

water.

Do not use solvent, thinner, gasoline

or window cleaner on the interior.

Use a cloth or sponge. As you are clean-

ing, check the belts for excessive wear,

fraying, or cuts.

NOTICE

z Do not use dye or bleach on the

belts—it may weaken them.

z Do not use the belts until they be-

come dry.

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Windows

Leather Interior

NOTICE

The leather upholstery may be cleaned

with neutral detergent for wool.

The windows may be cleaned with any

household window cleaner.

z Do not use organic substances (sol-

vents, kerosene, alcohol, gasoline,

etc.) or alkaline or acidic solutions.

These chemicals can cause discol-

oring, staining or peeling of the

surface.

Remove dirt using a soft cloth dampened

with 5% solution of neutral detergent for

wool. Then thoroughly wipe off all traces

of detergent with a clean damp cloth.

NOTICE

When cleaning the inside of the win-

dows, be careful not to scratch or

damage the heater wires on the rear

window.

After cleaning or whenever any part of the

leather gets wet, dry with a soft clean

cloth. Allow the leather to dry in a venti-

lated shaded area.

z If you use cleaners or polishing

agents, make sure their ingredients

do not include the substances men-

tioned above.

Air conditioning control panel, car au-

dio, instrument panel, console panel,

and switches

NOTICE

z If you use a liquid car freshener, do

not spill the liquid onto the ve-

hicle’s interior surfaces. It may con-

ingredients mentioned

above. Immediately clean any spill

using the method mentioned above.

z If a stain should fail to come out

Use a soft damp cloth for cleaning.

with

a

neutral detergent, apply

a

Soak a clean soft cloth in water or luke-

warm water then lightly wipe off dirt.

tain

the

cleaner that does not contain an

organic solvent.

z Never use organic substances such

as benzine, alcohol or gasoline, or

alkaline or acid solutions for clean-

ing the leather as these could

cause discoloring.

z Use of a nylon brush or synthetic

fiber cloth, etc. may scratch the

fine grained surface of the leather.

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z Mildew may develop on soiled leath-

er upholstery. Be especially careful

to avoid oil spots. Try to keep your

upholstery always clean.

z Long exposure to direct sunlight

may cause the leather surface to

harden and shrink. Keep your ve-

hicle in a shaded area, especially in

the summer.

z The interior of your vehicle is apt

to heat up on hot summer days, so

avoid placing on the upholstery

items made of vinyl or plastic or

containing wax as these tend to

stick to leather when warm.

z Improper cleaning of the leather up-

holstery could result in discolor-

ation or staining.

If you have any questions about the

cleaning of your Toyota, your local

Toyota dealer will be pleased to answer

them.

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SECTION

VEHICLE MAINTENANCE AND CARE

6

Maintenance requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172

General maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173

Does your vehicle need repairing? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175

Emissions inspection and maintenance (I/M) programs . . . . . . . . . 176

For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to the

“Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”.

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Maintenance requirements

Your Toyota vehicle has been designed for

fewer maintenance requirements with long-

er service intervals to save both your time

and money. However, each regular mainte-

nance, as well as day−to−day care, is

more important than ever before to ensure

smooth, trouble−free, safe, and economical

drivings.

Scheduled maintenance

Where to go for service?

The scheduled maintenance items listed in

the “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or

“Owner’s Manual Supplement” are those

required to be serviced at regular inter-

vals.

Toyota technicians are well−trained spe-

cialists and are kept up to date with the

latest service information through technical

bulletins, service tips, and in−dealership

training programs. They learn to work on

Toyotas before they work on your vehicle,

rather than while they are working on it.

For details of your maintenance schedule,

read the “Scheduled Maintenance Guide”

or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”.

It is the owner’s responsibility to make

sure the specified maintenance, including

general maintenance service, is performed.

Note that both the new vehicle and emis-

sion control system warranties specify that

proper maintenance and care must be per-

formed. See “Owner’s Warranty Informa-

tion Booklet” or “Owner’s Manual Supple-

ment” for complete warranty information.

You can be confident that your Toyota

dealer’s service department performs the

best job to meet the maintenance require-

ments on your vehicle—reliably and eco-

nomically.

It is recommended that any replacement

parts used for maintenance or for the

repair of the emission control system

be Toyota supplied.

Your copy of the repair order is proof that

all required maintenance has been per-

formed for warranty coverage. If any prob-

lems should arise with your vehicle while

under warranty, your Toyota dealer will

promptly take care of it. Again, be sure

to keep a copy of the repair order for any

service performed on your Toyota.

The owner may elect to use non−Toyota

supplied parts for replacement pur-

poses without invalidating the emission

control system warranty. However, use

of replacement parts which are not of

equivalent quality may impair the effec-

tiveness of the emission control sys-

tems.

General maintenance

General maintenance items are those day−

to−day care practices that are important to

your vehicle for proper operation. It is the

owner’s responsibility to insure that the

general maintenance items are performed

regularly.

What about do−it−yourself maintenance?

You

may

also

elect

to

have

maintenance, replacement, or repair of

the emission control devices and

system performed by any automotive

Many of the maintenance items are easy

to do yourself if you have a little mechani-

These checks or inspections can be done

either by yourself or a qualified technician,

or if you prefer, your Toyota dealer will be

pleased to do them at a nominal cost.

cal ability and

a

few basic automotive

repair

establishment

or

individual

tools. Simple instructions for how to per-

form them are presented in Section 7.

without invalidating this warranty. See

“Owner’s Warranty Information Booklet”

or “Owner’s Manual Supplement” for

complete warranty information.

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General maintenance

If you are

a

skilled do−it−yourself

Listed below are the general maintenance

items that should be performed as fre-

quently as specified. In addition to check-

ing the items listed, if you notice any

unusual noise, smell or vibration, you

should investigate the cause or take your

vehicle to your Toyota dealer or a quali-

fied service shop immediately. It is recom-

mended that any problem you notice be

brought to the attention of your dealer or

the qualified service shop for their advice.

Engine coolant level

mechanic, the Toyota service manuals are

recommended. Please be aware that

do−it−yourself maintenance can affect your

warranty coverage. See “Owner’s Warranty

Information Booklet” or “Owner’s Manual

Supplement” for the details.

Make sure the coolant level is between

the “FULL” and “LOW” lines on the see−

through reservoir when the engine is cold.

See Section 7−2 for additional information.

Radiator, condenser and hoses

Check that the front of the radiator and

condenser are clean and not blocked with

leaves, dirt or insects. See Section 7−2

for additional information.

Battery condition

Check the battery condition by the indica-

tor color. See page 201 in Section 7−3 for

additional information.

CAUTION

Make these checks only with ade-

quate ventilation if you run the en-

gine.

Brake fluid level

Make sure the brake fluid level is correct.

See Section 7−2 for additional information.

Engine oil level

IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT

Check the level on the dipstick with the

engine turned off and the vehicle parked

on a level ground. See Section 7−2 for

additional information.

Items listed below should be checked

from time to time, e.g. each time when

refueling.

Washer fluid

Power steering fluid level

Make sure there is sufficient fluid in the

tank. See Section 7−3 for additional in-

formation.

Check the level through the reservoir. The

level should be in the “HOT” or “COLD”

range depending on the fluid temperature.

See Section 7−2 for additional information.

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Exhaust system

Seats

Parking brake

If you notice any change in the sound of

the exhaust or smell exhaust fumes, have

the cause located and corrected immedi-

ately. (See “Engine exhaust cautions” in

Section 2.)

Check that all front seat controls such as

seat adjusters, seatback recliner, etc. op-

erate smoothly and that all latches lock

securely in any position. Check that the

head restraint move up and down smooth-

ly and that the locks hold securely in any

latched position. For folding−down rear

seatbacks, check that the latches lock se-

curely.

Check that the lever has the proper travel

and that, on a safe incline, your vehicle

is held securely with only the parking

brake applied.

Automatic transmission “Park” mecha-

nism

INSIDE THE VEHICLE

Check the lock release button of the se-

lector lever for proper and smooth opera-

tion. On a safe incline, check that your

vehicle is held securely with the selector

lever in “P” position and all brakes re-

leased.

Items listed below should be checked

regularly, e.g. while performing periodic

services, cleaning the vehicle, etc.

Seat belts

Lights

Check that the seat belt system such as

buckles, retractors and anchors operate

properly and smoothly. Make sure the belt

webbing is not cut, frayed, worn or dam-

aged.

Make sure the headlights, stop lights, tail

lights, turn signal lights, and other lights

are all working. Check headlight aim.

OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE

Items listed below should be performed

from time to time, unless otherwise

specified.

Service reminder indicators and warning

buzzers

Check that all service reminder indicators

Accelerator pedal

Check the pedal for smooth operation and

uneven pedal effort or catching.

and warning buzzers function properly.

Fluid leaks

Check underneath for leaking fuel, oil, water

or other fluid after the vehicle has been

parked for a while. If you smell fuel fumes

or notice any leak, have the cause found and

corrected immediately.

Steering wheel

Be alert for changes in steering condition,

such as hard steering or strange noise.

Clutch pedal

Check the pedal for smooth operation.

Brake pedal

Check the pedal for smooth operation and

that the pedal has the proper clearance.

Check the brake booster function.

Doors and engine hood

Check that all doors and back door oper-

ate smoothly and all latches lock securely.

Make sure the engine hood secondary

latch secures the hood from opening when

the primary latch is released.

Brakes

In a safe place, check that the brakes do

not pull to one side when applied.

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Does your vehicle need

repairing?

Be on the alert for changes in perfor-

mance, sounds, and visual tip−offs that

indicate service is needed. Some impor-

tant clues are as follows:

If you notice any of these clues, take your

vehicle to your Toyota dealer as soon as

possible. It probably needs adjustment or

repair.

Tire pressure

Check the pressure with a gauge ev-

ery two weeks, or at least once a

month. See Section 7−2 for additional

information.

D Engine missing, stumbling, or pinging

D Appreciable loss of power

D Strange engine noises

CAUTION

Tire surface and wheel nuts

Check the tires carefully for cuts,

damage or excessive wear. See Sec-

tion 7−2 for additional information.

When checking the tires, make sure

no nuts are missing, and check the

nuts for looseness. Tighten them if

necessary.

Do not continue driving with the ve-

hicle unchecked. It could result in se-

rious vehicle damage and possibly

personal injury.

D A leak under the vehicle (however, wa-

ter dripping from the air conditioning

after use is normal.)

D Change in exhaust sound (This may

indicate a dangerous carbon monoxide

leak. Drive with the windows open and

have the exhaust system checked im-

mediately.)

Tire rotation

Rotate the tries according to the

maintenance

schedule.

(For

D Flat−looking tire; excessive tire squeal

when cornering; uneven tire wear

scheduled maintenance information,

please refer to the “Scheduled

Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s

Manual Supplement”.) See Section

7−2 for additional information.

D Vehicle pulls to one side when driving

straight on a level road

D Strange noises related to suspension

movement

D Loss of brake effectiveness; spongy

feeling brake or clutch pedal; pedal al-

most touches floor; vehicle pulls to one

side when braking

D Engine coolant temperature continually

higher than normal

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Emissions

inspection

and

maintenance (I/M) programs

Some states have vehicle emission in-

spection programs which include OBD

(On−Board Diagnostics) checks.

The malfunction indicator lamp will go off

after taking several driving trips, but the

error code in the OBD system will not be

cleared unless about 40 trips or more are

taken.

The OBD system monitors the operation

of the emission control system. When the

OBD system determines that a problem

exists somewhere in the emission control

system, the malfunction indicator lamp

comes on. In this case, your vehicle may

not pass the I/M test and need to be

repaired. Contact your Toyota dealer to

service the vehicle.

If your vehicle does not pass the I/M test

even the malfunction indicator lamp does

not come on, contact your Toyota dealer

to prepare the vehicle for re−testing.

Even if the malfunction indicator lamp

does not come on, your vehicle may not

pass the I/M test as readiness codes

have not been set in the OBD system.

Readiness codes are automatically set

during ordinary driving. However, when the

battery is disconnected or run down, the

codes are erased. Also, depending on

your driving habits, the codes may not be

completely set.

Also, if the malfunction indicator lamp had

come on recently due to temporary mal-

function such as a loose fuel tank cap,

your vehicle may not pass the I/M test.

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SECTION 7− 1

DO−IT−YOURSELF MAINTENANCE

Introduction

Engine compartment overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178

Fuse locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179

Do−it−yourself service precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179

Parts and tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181

Positioning the jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182

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Engine compartment overview

1. Windshield washer fluid tank

2. Engine oil filler cap

3. Power steering fluid reservoir

4. Brake fluid reservoir

5. Battery

6. Fuse blocks

7. Engine coolant reservoir

8. Radiator

9. Condenser

10. Electric cooling fan

11. Engine oil level dipstick

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Do−it−yourself service

precautions

Fuse locations

If you perform maintenance by yourself,

be sure to follow the correct procedure

given in this Section.

Spare fuses

You should be aware that improper or in-

complete servicing may result in operating

problems.

SU71006a

Performing

do−it−yourself

maintenance

during the warranty period may affect your

warranty coverage. Read the separate

Toyota Warranty statement for details and

suggestions.

This section gives instructions only for

those items that are relatively easy for an

owner to perform. As explained in Section

6, there are still a number of items that

must be done by a qualified technician

with special tools.

SU71009c

For information on tools and parts for do−

it−yourself maintenance, see “Parts and

tools”.

Utmost care should be taken when work-

ing on your vehicle to prevent accidental

SU71010

injury. Here are

a

few precautions that

you should be especially careful to ob-

serve:

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D Do not get under your vehicle with

just the body jack supporting it. Al-

ways use automotive jack stands or

other solid supports.

D Dispose of used oil and filter only

in a safe and acceptable manner.

Do not dispose of used oil and fil-

ter in household trash, in sewers or

onto the ground. Call your dealer or

CAUTION

D When the engine is running, keep

hands, clothing, and tools away

from the moving fan and engine

D Be sure that the ignition is off if

you work near the electric cooling

fans or radiator grille. With the

ignition on, the electric cooling fans

will automatically start to run if the

engine coolant temperature is high

and/or the air conditioning is on.

drive

belts.

(Removing

rings,

a

service station for information

concerning recycling or disposal.

watches, and ties is advisable.)

D Right after driving, the engine

compartment—the engine, radiator,

exhaust manifold and spark plug

boots, etc.—will be hot. So be care-

ful not to touch them. Oil, fluids

and spark plugs may also be hot.

D Take care when filling the brake and

clutch fluid reservoirs because

brake fluid can harm your eyes and

damage painted surfaces. If fluid

gets in your eyes, flush your eyes

with clean water immediately. If you

still feel uncomfortable with your

eyes, go to the doctor.

D Use eye protection whenever you

work on or under your vehicle

where you may be exposed to flying

or falling material, fluid spray, etc.

D If the engine is hot, do not remove

the radiator cap or loosen the drain

plugs to prevent burning yourself.

D Used engine oil contains potentially

harmful contaminants which may

cause skin disorders such as in-

flammation or skin cancer, so care

should be taken to avoid prolonged

and repeated contact with it. To re-

move used engine oil from your

skin, wash thoroughly with soap

and water.

D Do not leave anything that may

burn easily, such as paper or rags,

in the engine compartment.

D Do not smoke, cause sparks or al-

low open flames around fuel or the

battery. Their fumes are flammable.

D Be extremely cautious when work-

ing on the battery. It contains poi-

sonous and corrosive sulfuric acid.

D Do not leave used oil within the

reach of children.

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Parts and tools

Here is a list of parts and tools you will

need to perform do−it−yourself mainte-

nance. Remember all Toyota parts are de-

signed in metric sizes, so your tools must

be metric.

NOTICE

z Do not drive with the air cleaner

filter removed, or excessive engine

wear could result. Also backfiring

z Remember that battery and ignition

cables carry high currents or volt-

ages. Be careful of accidentally

causing a short circuit.

could cause

compartment.

a

fire in the engine

CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL LEVEL

z Be careful not to scratch the glass

surface with the wiper frame.

z Add only “Toyota Super Long Life

Coolant” or similar high quality eth-

ylene glycol based non−silicate,

non−amine, non−nitrite, and non−bo-

rate coolant with long−life hybrid

organic acid technology to fill the

radiator. “Toyota Super Long Life

Coolant” is a mixture of 55% cool-

ant and 45% deionized water.

Parts (if level is low):

D Engine

oil

API

grade

or

SL

ILSAC

z When closing the engine hood,

check to see that you have not for-

gotten any tools, rags, etc.

“Energy−Conserving”

multigrade having viscosity proper for

your climate

Tools:

D Rag or paper towel

D Funnel (only for adding oil)

CHECKING THE ENGINE COOLANT

LEVEL

z If you spill some of the coolant, be

sure to wash it off with water to

prevent it from damaging the parts

or paint.

Parts (if level is low):

D “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or

similar high quality ethylene glycol

based non−silicate, non−amine, non−ni-

trite, and non−borate coolant with long−

life hybrid organic acid technology.

z Do not allow dirt or anything else

to fall through the spark plugholes.

z Use only spark plugs of the speci-

fied type. Using other types will

cause engine damage, loss of per-

formance or radio noise.

“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a

mixture of 55% coolant and 45% deion-

ized water.

z Do not overfill automatic transmis-

sion fluid, or the transmission

could be damaged.

Tools:

D Funnel (only for adding coolant)

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Positioning the jack

CHECKING BRAKE FLUID

ADDING WASHER FLUID

Do not jack up

Parts (if level is low):

D SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3

brake fluid

Parts:

D Water

D Washer fluid containing antifreeze (for

winter use)

Tools:

D Rag or paper towel

Tools:

SH71009

Lower back outer

panel (protrusion)

D Funnel (only for adding fluid)

D Funnel

CHECKING POWER STEERING FLUID

Parts (if level is low):

REPLACING LIGHT BULBS

Parts:

D Automatic

transmission

DEXRON II or III

fluid

D Bulb with same number and wattage

rating as original (See charts in

“Replacing light bulbs” in Section 7−3.)

Attachment

®

Tools:

When jacking up your vehicle with the

jack, position the jack correctly as

shown in the illustration.

D Rag or paper towel

D Funnel (only for adding fluid)

CHECKING BATTERY CONDITION

Jack position . . . . . . . . . .

Tools:

D Warm water

D Baking soda

D Grease

Front—Front suspension member

Rear—Lower back outer panel

Support position for

Pantograph jack . . . . . .

D Conventional

wrench

(for

terminal

clamp bolts)

CHECKING AND REPLACING FUSES

Parts (if replacement is necessary):

D Fuse with same amperage rating as

original

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D Do not raise the vehicle with some-

CAUTION

one in the vehicle.

When jacking, be sure to observe the

following to reduce the possibility of

personal injury:

D When raising the vehicle, do not

place any objects on top of or un-

derneath the jack.

D Follow jacking instructions.

D Do not put any part of your body

under the vehicle supported by a

jack. Personal injury may occur.

NOTICE

Make sure to place the jack correctly,

or your vehicle may be damaged.

D Do not start or run the engine while

your vehicle is supported by the

jack.

D Stop the vehicle on

a

level firm

ground, firmly set the parking brake

and put the transmission in “P”

(automatic) or reverse (manual).

D Make sure to set the jack properly

in the jack point. Raising the ve-

hicle with jack improperly posi-

tioned will damage the vehicle or

may allow the vehicle to fall off the

jack and cause personal injury.

D Never get under the vehicle when

the vehicle is supported by the jack

alone; use vehicle support stands.

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SECTION 7− 2

DO−IT−YOURSELF MAINTENANCE

Engine and Chassis

Checking the engine oil level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186

Checking the engine coolant level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188

Checking the radiator and condenser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189

Checking brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189

Checking power steering fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190

Checking tire inflation pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191

Checking and replacing tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194

Rotating tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196

Installing snow tires and chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196

Replacing wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198

Aluminum wheel precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198

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Checking the engine oil level

NOTICE

CAUTION

Full level

Low level

z Be careful not to spill engine oil on

the vehicle components.

Be careful not to touch the hot ex-

haust manifold.

z Avoid overfilling, or the engine

could be damaged.

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NOTICE

z Check the oil level on the dipstick

once again after adding the oil.

Be careful not to drop engine oil on

the vehicle components.

Too

full

Add

oil

O.K.

Engine oil selection

“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in

your Toyota vehicle. Use Toyota approved

“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent

to satisfy the following grade and viscos-

ity.

If the oil level is below or only slightly

above the low level, add engine oil of

the same type as already in the engine.

With the engine at operating tempera-

ture and turned off, check the oil level

on the dipstick.

Remove the oil filler cap and add engine

oil in small quantities at a time, checking

the dipstick. We recommend that you use

a funnel when adding oil.

Oil grade:

1. To get a correct reading, the vehicle

should be on level ground. After turning

off the engine, wait a few minutes for

the oil to drain back into the bottom of

the engine.

API grade SL “Energy−Conserving” or

ILSAC multigrade engine oil.

The approximate quantity of oil needed to

raise the level between low and full on the

dipstick is indicated below for reference.

When the level reaches within the correct

range, install the filler cap hand−tight.

2. Pull the dipstick out, hold a rag under

the end and wipe it clean.

Oil quantity, L (qt., lmp. qt.):

1.5 (1.6, 1.3)

3. Reinsert the dipstick—Push it in as far

as it will go, or the reading will not be

correct.

4. Pull the dipstick out and look at the oil

level while holding

end.

a

rag under the

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Recommended viscosity:

Oil identification marks

SAE 5W−30

Either or both API registered marks are

added to some oil containers to help

you select the oil you should use.

The API Service Symbol is located any-

where on the outside of the container.

SOIL13

The top portion of the label shows the oil

quality by API (American Petroleum Insti-

tute) designations such as SL. The center

portion of the label shows the SAE viscos-

ity grade such as SAE 5W−30. “Energy−

Conserving” shown in the lower portion,

indicates that the oil has fuel−saving ca-

pabilities.

OIL008

Outside temperature

API service symbol

The ILSAC (International Lubricant Stan-

dardization and Approval Committee) Certi-

fication Mark is displayed on the front of

the container.

SAE 5W−30 is the best choice for good

fuel economy, and good starting in cold

weather.

If SAE 5W−30 oil is not available, SAE

10W−30 oil may be used. However, it

should be replaced with SAE 5W−30 at

the next oil change.

API02

ILSAC certification mark

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Checking the engine coolant

level

Look at the see−through coolant reser-

voir when the engine is cold. The cool-

ant level is satisfactory if it is between

the “FULL” and “LOW” lines on the

reservoir. If the level is low, add the

coolant. (For the coolant type, see

“Coolant type selection” described be-

low.)

CAUTION

To prevent burning yourself, do not

remove the radiator cap when the en-

gine is hot.

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Coolant type selection

The coolant level in the reservoir will vary

with engine temperature. However, if the

level is on or below the “LOW” line, add

coolant. Bring the level up to the “FULL”

line.

Use of improper coolants may damage

your engine cooling system.

Only use “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”

or similar high quality ethylene glycol

based non−silicate, non−amine, non−nitrite,

and non−borate coolant with long−life hy-

brid organic acid technology. (Coolant with

long−life hybrid organic acid technology is

a combination of low phosphates and or-

ganic acids.)

If the coolant level drops within a short

time after replenishing, there may be a

leak in the system. Visually check the

radiator, hoses, engine coolant filler cap,

radiator cap and drain cock and water

pump.

To ensure excellent lubrication perfor-

mance for your engine, “Toyota Genuine

Motor Oil” is available, which has been

specifically tested and approved for all

Toyota engines.

Please contact your Toyota dealer for fur-

ther details about “Toyota Genuine Motor

Oil”.

“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mix-

ture of 55% coolant and 45% deionized

water. This coolant provides protection

down to about −42_C (−44_F).

If you can find no leak, have your Toyota

dealer test the cap pressure and check

for leaks in the cooling system.

NOTICE

Do not use plain water alone.

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Checking the radiator and

condenser

Checking brake fluid

If any of the above parts are extremely

dirty or you are not sure of their condi-

tion, take your vehicle to a Toyota dealer.

CAUTION

To prevent burning yourself, be care-

ful not to touch the radiator or con-

denser when the engine is hot.

Z72109

SU72002

NOTICE

To prevent damage to the radiator

and condenser, do not perform the

work by yourself.

Toyota recommends “Toyota Super Long

Life Coolant”, which has been tested to

ensure that it will not cause corrosion nor

result in malfunction of your engine

coolant system with proper usage. “Toyota

Super Long Life Coolant” is formulated

To check the fluid level, simply look at

the see−through reservoir. The level

should be between the “MAX” and

“MIN” lines on the reservoir.

It is normal for the brake fluid level to go

down slightly as the brake pads wear. So

be sure to keep the reservoir filled.

with

long−life

hybrid

organic

acid

technology and has been specifically

designed to avoid engine cooling system

malfunction on Toyota vehicles.

If the reservoir needs frequent refilling, it

may indicate a serious mechanical prob-

lem.

Please contact your Toyota dealer for

further details.

If the level is low, add SAE J1703 or

FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 brake fluid to the

brake reservoir.

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Checking power steering fluid

Remove and replace the reservoir cap by

hand. Fill the brake fluid to the dotted

line. This brings the fluid to the correct

level when you put the cap back on.

Check the fluid level through the reser-

voir. If necessary, add automatic trans-

mission fluid DEXRONrII or III.

If the vehicle has been driven around 80

km/h (50 mph) for 20 minutes (a little

more in frigid temperatures), the fluid is

hot (60_C—80_C or 140_F—175_F). You

may also check the level when the fluid

Use only newly opened brake fluid. Once

opened, brake fluid absorbs moisture from

the air, and excess moisture can cause a

dangerous loss of braking.

is

cold

(about

room

temperature,

10_C—30_C or 50_F—85_F) if the engine

CAUTION

has not been run for about five hours.

Take care when filling the reservoir

because brake fluid can harm your

eyes and damage painted surfaces. If

fluid gets in your eyes, flush your

eyes with clean water immediately. If

you still feel uncomfortable with your

eyes, go to the doctor.

SU72009

Open

Close

NOTICE

If you spill some of the fluid, be sure

to wash it off with water to prevent

it from damaging the parts or paint.

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Checking tire inflation

pressure

f. After replacing the reservoir cap and

rubber cap, visually check the steering

box case, vane pump and hose con-

nections for leaks or damage.

If cold add

If cold O.K.

CAUTION

SU72010

The reservoir tank may be hot so be

careful not to burn yourself.

If hot add

If hot O.K.

NOTICE

Avoid overfilling, or the power steer-

ing could be damaged.

a. Clean all dirt from outside of the reser-

voir tank.

SU72010b

b. Remove the rubber cap.

c. Remove the reservoir cap by turning it

counterclockwise and wipe the dipstick

clean.

d. Reinstall the reservoir cap.

e. Remove the reservoir cap again and

look at the fluid level. If the fluid is

cold, the lever should be in the “COLD”

range on the dipstick. Similarly, if it is

hot, the fluid level should be in the

“HOT” range. If the level is at the low

side of either range, add automatic

transmission fluid DEXRONrII or III to

bring the level within the range.

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Keep your tire inflation pressures

at the proper level.

D Always use a tire pressure

gauge. The appearance of a tire

can be misleading. Besides, tire

inflation pressures that are even

just a few pounds off can degrade

ride and handling.

D Take special care when adding

air to the compact spare tire.

The smaller tire size can gain

pressure very quickly. Add com-

pressed air in small quantities and

check the pressure often until it

reaches the specified pressure.

D Do not bleed or reduce tire

inflation pressure after driving.

It is normal for the tire inflation

pressure to be higher after driving.

D Never exceed the vehicle capac-

ity weight. Passenger and lug-

gage weight should be located so

that the vehicle is balanced.

Tire pressure gauge

The recommended cold tire inflation

pressures, tire sizes and the com-

bined weight of occupants and cargo

(vehicle capacity weight) are de-

scribed on page 214 and 217. They

are also described on the tire and

loading information label as shown.

You should check the tire inflation

pressures every two weeks, or at

least once a month. And do not forget

the spare!

INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT

PROCEDURE

1. Remove the tire valve cap.

2. Press the tip of the tire pressure

gauge to the tire valve.

3. Read the pressure using the grad-

uations of the gauge.

4. In case the tire inflation pressure

is not within the prescribed range,

insert the compressed air from the

valve. In case of applying too

much air, press the center of the

valve and release the air to adjust.

The following instructions for

checking tire inflation pressure

should be observed:

D The

pressure

should

be

checked only when the tires are

cold. If your vehicle has been

parked for at least 3 hours and has

not been driven for more than 1.5

km or 1 mile since, you will get

an accurate cold tire inflation pres-

sure reading.

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5. After completing the tire inflation

pressure measurement and ad-

justment, apply soapy water to the

valve and check for leakage.

CAUTION

High tire pressure (overinfla-

tion)—

Keep your tires properly inflated.

Otherwise, the following condi-

tions may occur and cause an ac-

cident resulting in death or seri-

ous injuries.

Low tire pressure (underinfla-

tion)—

D Poor handling

D Excessive wear

D Uneven wear

6. Install the tire valve cap.

If a gauge and air pump are not avail-

able, have your vehicle checked by

your Toyota dealer.

D A greater possibility of tire

damage from road hazards

CAUTION

D Excessive wear

D Uneven wear

D Poor handling

Be sure to reinstall the tire valve

caps. Without the valve caps, dirt

or moisture could get into the

valve core and cause air leakage.

If the caps have been lost, have

new ones put on as soon as pos-

sible.

D Possibility of blowouts from an

overheated tire

D Poor sealing of the tire bead

D Wheel deformation and/or tire

separation

Incorrect tire inflation pressure may

waste fuel, reduce the comfort of driv-

ing, reduce tire life and make your ve-

hicle less safe to drive.

D A greater possibility of tire

damage from road hazards

If a tire frequently needs refilling,

have it checked by your Toyota deal-

er.

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Checking and replacing tires

The tires on your Toyota have built−in

tread wear indicators to help you

know when the tires need replace-

ment. When the tread depth wears to

1.6 mm (0.06 in.) or less, the indica-

tors will appear. If you can see the

indicators in two or more adjacent

grooves, the tire should be replaced.

The lower the tread, the higher the

risk of skidding.

The effectiveness of snow tires is

lost if the tread wears down below

4 mm (0.16 in.).

If you have tire damage such as

cuts, splits, cracks deep enough to

expose the fabric, or bulges indi-

cating internal damage, the tire

should be replaced.

If air loss occurs while driving, do not

continue driving. Driving even a short

distance can damage a tire beyond

repair.

Any tires which are over 6 years

old must be checked by a qualified

technician even if damage is not

obvious.

Tires deteriorate with age even if they

have never or seldom been used.

This applies also to the spare tire and

tires stored for future use.

Tread wear indicator

CHECKING YOUR TIRES

REPLACING YOUR TIRES

Check the tire’s tread for tread

wear indicators. If the indicators

show, replace the tires. The loca-

tion of tread wear indicators is

shown by the “TWI” or “∆” marks,

etc., molded on the sidewall of

each tire.

When replacing a tire, use a tire of

the same size and construction,

and the same or greater maximum

load as the originally installed

tires.

Using any other size or type of tire

may seriously affect handling, ride,

speedometer/odometer calibration,

ground clearance, and clearance be-

tween the body and tires or snow

chains.

If a tire often goes flat or cannot be

properly repaired due to the size or

location of a cut or other damage, it

should be replaced. If you are not

sure, consult with your Toyota dealer.

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Check that the maximum load of the

replaced tire is greater than 1/2 of the

Gross Axle Weight Ratings (GAWR)

of either the front axle or the rear

axle, whichever is greater. As for the

maximum load of the tire, see the load

limit at maximum cold tire inflation

pressure mentioned on the sidewall

of the tire, and as for the Gross Axle

Weight Ratings (GAWR), see the Cer-

tification Label. For details about the

sidewall of the tire and the Certifica-

tion Label, see pages 108 and 106.

An unbalanced wheel may affect ve-

hicle handling and tire life. Wheels

can get out of balance with regular

use and should therefore be balanced

occasionally.

When replacing a tubeless tire, the

air valve should also be replaced

with a new one.

CAUTION

Observe the following instruc-

tions. Otherwise, an accident

may occur resulting in death or

serious injuries.

D Do not mix radial, bias belted,

or bias−ply tires on your ve-

hicle, as this may cause dan-

gerous handling characteris-

tics resulting in loss of control.

D Do not use tires other than the

manufacturer’s recommended

size, as this may cause danger-

ous handling characteristics

resulting in loss of control.

Toyota recommends all four tires,

or at least both of the front or rear

tires be replaced at a time as a set.

See “If you have a flat tire” in Section

4 for tire change procedure.

When a tire is replaced, the wheel

should always be balanced.

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Installing snow tires and

chains

Rotating tires

WHEN TO USE SNOW TIRES OR

CHAINS

When rotating tires, check for uneven

wear and damage. Abnormal wear is

usually caused by incorrect tire pres-

sure, improper wheel alignment, out−

of−balance wheels, or severe braking.

Snow tires or chains are recommended

when driving on snow or ice.

On wet or dry roads, conventional tires

provide better traction than snow tires.

SH72001

CAUTION

SNOW TIRE SELECTION

If you need snow tires, select tires of

the same size, construction and load

capacity as the originally installed tires.

Do not include a compact spare

tire when rotating the tires. It is

designed for temporary use only.

Do not use tires other than those men-

tioned above. Do not install studded tires

without first checking local regulations for

possible restrictions.

To equalize the wear and help ex-

tend tire life, Toyota recommends

that you rotate your tires accord-

ing to the maintenance schedule.

(For scheduled maintenance infor-

mation, please refer to the “Sched-

uled Maintenance Guide” or “Own-

CAUTION

Observe the following instructions.

Otherwise, an accident may occur re-

sulting in death or serious injuries.

er’s

Manual

Supplement”.).

Do not use snow tires other than the

manufacturer’s recommended size, as

this may cause dangerous handling

characteristics resulting in loss of

control.

However, the most appropriate tim-

ing for tire rotation may vary ac-

cording to your driving habits and

road surface conditions.

See “If you have a flat tire” in Section

4 for tire change procedure.

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SNOW TIRE INSTALLATION

TIRE CHAIN SELECTION

CAUTION

Snow tires should be installed on all

wheels.

Use the tire chains of correct size and

type.

D Do not exceed 50 km/h (30 mph) or

the chain manufacturer’s recom-

mended speed limit, whichever is

lower.

Installing snow tires on the front wheels

only can lead to an excessive difference

in road grip capability between the front

and rear tires which could cause loss of

vehicle control.

Use SAE Class “S” type radial tire chains

except radial cable chains or V−bar type

chains.

Regulations regarding the use of tire

chains vary according to location or

type of road, so always check local reg-

ulations before installing chains.

D Drive carefully avoiding bumps,

holes, and sharp turns, which may

cause the vehicle to bounce.

When storing removed tires you should

store them in a cool dry place.

D Avoid sharp turns or locked−wheel

braking, as use of chains may ad-

versely affect vehicle handling.

Mark the direction of rotation and be sure

to install them in the same direction when

replacing.

CHAIN INSTALLATION

Install the chains on the front tires as

tightly as possible. Do not use tire

chains on the rear tires. Retighten

D When driving with chains installed,

be sure to drive carefully. Slow

down before entering curves to

avoid losing control of the vehicle.

Otherwise an accident may occurs.

CAUTION

chains

after

driving

0.5—1.0

km

(1/4—1/2 mile).

D Do not drive with the snow tires

When installing chains on your tires, care-

fully follow the instructions of the chain

manufacturer.

incorrectly inflated.

D Never drive over 120 km/h (75 mph)

NOTICE

with any type of snow tires.

If wheel covers are used, they will be

scratched by the chain band, so remove

the covers before putting on the chains.

Do not attempt to use a tire chain on

the compact spare tire, as it may re-

sult in damage to the vehicle as well

as the tire.

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Replacing wheels

Aluminum wheel precautions

WHEN TO REPLACE YOUR WHEELS

Replacement with used wheels is not rec-

ommended as they may have been sub-

jected to rough treatment or high mileage

and could fail without warning. Also, bent

wheels which have been straightened may

have structural damage and therefore

should not be used. Never use an inner

tube in a leaking wheel which is designed

for a tubeless tire.

D When installing aluminum wheels,

check that the wheel nuts are tight

after driving your vehicle the first 1600

km (1000 miles).

If you have wheel damage such as

bending, cracks or heavy corrosion, the

wheel should be replaced.

D If you have rotated, repaired, or

changed your tires, check that the

wheel nuts are still tight after driving

1600 km (1000 miles).

If you fail to replace a damaged wheel,

the tire may slip off the wheel or they

may cause loss of handling control.

WHEEL SELECTION

D When using tire chains, be careful not

When replacing wheels, care should be

taken to ensure that the wheels are re-

placed by ones with the same load ca-

pacity, diameter, rim width, and offset.

to damage the aluminum wheels.

CAUTION

D Use only Toyota wheel nuts and

wrench designed for your aluminum

wheels.

Observe the following instructions.

Otherwise, an accident may occur re-

sulting in death or serious injuries.

This must be observed on compact spare

tires, too.

D When balancing your wheels, use only

Toyota balance weights or equivalent

and a plastic or rubber hammer.

Do not use wheels other than the

manufacturer’s recommended size, as

this may cause dangerous handling

characteristics resulting in loss of

control.

Correct replacement wheels are available

at your Toyota dealer.

D As with any wheel, periodically check

your aluminum wheels for damage. If

damaged, replace immediately.

A wheel of a different size or type may

adversely affect handling, wheel and bear-

ing life, brake cooling, speedometer/odom-

eter calibration, stopping ability, headlight

aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clear-

ance, and tire or snow chain clearance to

the body and chassis.

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