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Owner’s Warranty Information
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Tab le of Contents
Introduction
Satisfaction Down the Road 2
Transportation Assistance 3
If You Need Assistance 4
Warranty Coverages at a Glance 6
Your Warranties in Detail
General Warranty Provisions 7
New Vehicle Limited Warranty 9
Federal Emission Control Warranty 14
California Emission Control Warranty 20
Tire Limited Warranty 26
Your Responsibilities
Operation and Maintenance 27
Obtaining Warranty Service 29
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tToyota, our top priority is always our customers. We know your Toyota is an important part of your life and something you depend on every day. That’s why we’re dedicated to building
products of the highest quality and reliability.
Our excellent warranty coverage is evidence that we stand behind the quality of our vehicles. We’re confident
— as you should be — that your
Toyota will provide you with many years of enjoyable driving.
To further demonstrate our commitment to our customers’ satisfaction, occasionally we may establish a special policy adjustment to pay for spe­cific repairs that are no longer covered by warranty. When we establish such a policy adjustment, we mail details to all applicable owners we have on record. That’s why it’s important to send in the card at the back of this booklet if you change your address or if you’ve purchased this vehicle from a previous owner.
To provide you with added protection against unexpected service costs, we offer Toyota Extra Care vehicle service agreements and Toyota Auto Care pre-paid maintenance programs. Both offer plans to meet a wide
variety of needs. Your dealership can help you select the plan that’s best for you.
Our goal is for every Toyota customer to enjoy outstanding quality, dependability and peace of mind throughout their ownership experi­ence. We want you to be a satisfied member of the Toyota family for many miles to come.
This booklet describes the terms of Toyota warranty coverage as well as general owner responsibilities. A separate publication found in your glove box, the Scheduled Maintenance Guide, describes your vehicle’s maintenance requirements. Be sure to review this publication carefully, since proper maintenance is required to ensure that warranty coverage remains intact.
All information in this booklet is the latest available at the time of pub­lication and, with the exception of the emission control warranties, is subject to change without notice.
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Introduction
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Satisfaction Down the Road
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e realize that your confidence in the quality and reliability of our products was a key factor in your decision to buy a
Toyota. We also know how disruptive the loss of transportation can be to your daily routine. That’s why we’re pleased to offer you the benefits of our Transportation Assistance Policy.
Under this policy, you are eligible for transportation assistance if your Toyota must be kept overnight for warranty-covered repairs. The policy applies when your vehicle must be kept overnight for any of the follow­ing reasons:
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The warranty repairs will take longer than one day to complete.
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The warrantable condition requires extensive diagnosis.
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The parts needed for the warranty repairs are not readily available and your vehicle is inoperative or unsafe to drive.
The policy does not apply when warranty repairs can be completed in one day but the vehicle must be kept overnight due to dealer or owner scheduling conflicts.
The Transportation Assistance Policy applies for the duration of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The policy applies to all 2003 model-year Toyotas sold and serviced by authorized Toyota dealerships in the mainland United States and Alaska.
For further details, please consult your Toyota dealer.
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Transportation Assistance
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Both Toyota and your Toyota dealer are dedicated to serving your automotive needs. Your complete satisfaction is our first priority. Should you have a problem or concern — either during or after the warranty period — please take the following steps to ensure the quickest possible response:
Step 1
Discuss the situation with a dealership manager, such as the service manager or customer relations manager. In most cases, a satisfactory solution can be reached at this step.
Step 2
If the dealership does not address your concern to your satisfaction, call the Toyota Customer Assistance Center at (800)331–4331. If you are hearing- or speech-impaired, call (800)443-4999 (TDD).
Please have the following information ready when you call:
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Your Toyota’s vehicle identification number (located on the driver’s side corner of the dashboard, under the window)
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Current mileage on your vehicle
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Name of your Toyota dealership
AToyota customer relations representative will assist you in working with the dealership to find a satisfactory solution.
Step 3
If your concern has still not been resolved to your satisfaction, Toyota offers additional assistance through the Dispute Settlement Program, a dispute resolution program administered by the National Center for Dispute Settlement. The purpose of the Dispute Settlement Program is to resolve disputes through arbitration — a process by which two parties authorize an independent third party to hear and resolve a dis­pute. The program is informal and free of charge. To request that your
If You Need Assistance
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case be reviewed through the program, complete the customer claim form in the Owner's Warranty Rights Notification booklet (found in your glove box) and mail it to:
National Center for Dispute Settlement P.O. Box 561109 Dallas, TX 75356-1109
If you would like to request a customer claim form, call the Toyota Customer Assistance Center at (800)331-4331. When you call, please have your vehicle identification number, the current mileage on your Toyota and the names of your selling and servicing dealerships.
Important: You must use the Dispute Settlement Program before seeking remedies through a court action pursuant to the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act. You may also be required to use the Dispute Settlement Program before seeking remedies under the “Lemon Laws” of your state. Please check the appropriate page of the Owner’s Warranty Rights Notification booklet for the requirements applicable to your state.
This information about the Dispute Settlement Program is correct as of the date of printing. However, the program may be changed without notice. For the most current information about the Dispute Settlement Program, call the Toyota Customer Assistance Center at (800)331-4331.
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If You Need Assistance
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10 months
months
20 30 40 50 60 70 80
10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80
36 months / 36,000 miles
60 months / 60,000 miles
60 months / 60,000 miles
60 months / Unlimited miles
Basic
Powertrain
Restraint Systems
Corrosion Perforation
New Vehicle Limited Warranty
Emission Control Warranty
24 months / 24,000 miles
1
Specific components may have longer coverage under terms of the Powertrain Warranty.
36 months / 36,000 miles
1
96 months / 80,000 miles
96 months / 80,000 miles
36 months / 50,000 miles
36 months / 50,000 miles
1
84 months / 70,000 miles
Performance
Specific Components
Defect
Specific Components
Performance
Short-Term Defect
Long-Term Defect
FederalCalifornia
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Also applies to Massachusetts and Vermont vehicles equipped with a California Certified Emission Control System.
Vehicles covered by this warranty are also covered by the Federal Emission Control Warranty.
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For 4-cylinder Camry models certified as partial zero-emission vehicles (PZEV),
if any, coverage is 15 years or 150,000 miles, whichever occurs first.
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Warranty Coverages at a Glance
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Who Is the Warrantor
The warrantor for these limited warranties is Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. (“Toyota”), 19001 South Western Avenue, Torrance, California 90509-2991, a California corporation.
Which Vehicles Are Covered
These warranties apply to all 2003 model-year vehicles registered and normally operated in the United States, U.S. territories and Canada. Warranty coverage is automatically transferred at no cost to subsequent vehicle owners.
Multiple Warranty Conditions
This booklet contains warranty terms and conditions that may vary depending on the part covered. A warranty for specific parts or systems, such as the Powertrain Warranty or Emission Performance Warranty, is governed by the coverage set forth in that warranty as well as the General Warranty Provisions.
When Warranty Begins
The warranty period begins on the vehicle’s in-service date, which is the first date the vehicle is either delivered to an ultimate purchaser, leased, or used as a company car or demonstrator.
Repairs Made at No Charge
Repairs and adjustments covered by these warranties are made at no charge forparts and labor.
Parts Replacement
Any needed parts replacement will be made using new or remanufac­tured parts. The decision whether a part should be repaired or replaced will be made by the servicing Toyota dealership and/or Toyota. Parts scheduled to be replaced as required maintenance are warranted until their first replacement only.
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General Warranty Provisions
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Limitations
The performance of necessary repairs and adjustments is the exclusive remedy under these warranties or any implied warranties. Toyota does not authorize any person to create foritany other obligation or liability in connection with this vehicle.
Any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is limited to the duration of these written warranties.
Some states do not allow restrictions on how long an implied warranty lasts, so this limitation may not apply to you.
Your Rights Under State Law
These warranties give you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights that vary from state to state.
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General Warranty Provisions
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Basic Warranty
This warranty covers repairs and adjustments needed to correct defects in materials or workmanship of any part supplied by Toyota, subject to the exceptions indicated under “What Is Not Covered” on pages 11–12.
Coverage is for 36 months or 36,000 miles, whichever occurs first, with the exception of wheel alignment and wheel balancing, which are cov­ered for 12 months or 20,000 miles, whichever occurs first.
Powertrain Warranty
This warranty covers repairs needed to correct defects in materials or workmanship of any component listed in the next column and supplied by Toyota, subject to the exceptions indicated under “What Is Not Covered” on pages 11–12.
Coverage is for 60 months or 60,000 miles, whichever occurs first.
Engine
Cylinder block and head and all internal parts, intake manifold, timing gears and gaskets, timing chain/belt and cover, flywheel, valve covers, oil pan, oil pump, engine mounts, turbocharger housing and all internal parts, supercharger housing and all internal parts, engine control com­puter, water pump, fuel pump, seals and gaskets.
Transmission and Transaxle
Case and all internal parts, torque converter, clutch cover, transmission mounts, transfer case and all internal parts, engine control computer, seals and gaskets.
Front-Wheel-Drive System
Final drive housing and all internal parts, axle shafts, drive shafts, constant velocity joints, front hub and bearings, seals and gaskets.
Rear-Wheel-Drive System
Axle housing and all internal parts, propeller shafts, U-joints, axle shafts, drive shafts, bearings, supports, seals and gaskets.
WHAT IS COVERED AND HOW LONG
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New Vehicle Limited Warranty
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Corrosion Perforation Warranty
This warranty covers repair or replacement of any original body panel that develops perforation from corrosion (rust-through), subject to the exceptions indicated under “What Is Not Covered” on pages 11–12.
Coverage is for 60 months, regardless of mileage.
For information on how to protect yourvehicle from corrosion, see the section entitled “Corrosion Prevention and Appearance Care” in the Owner’s Manual.
Restraint Systems Warranty
This warranty covers repairs needed to correct defects in materials or workmanship of any seatbelt or airbag system supplied by Toyota, subject to the exceptions indicated under “What Is Not Covered” on pages 11–12.
Coverage is for 60 months or 60,000 miles, whichever occurs first.
For vehicles sold and registered in the state of Kansas, the warranty for seatbelts and related components is 10 years, regardless of mileage.
Towing
When your vehicle is inoperable due to failure of a warranted part, towing service to the nearest authorized Toyota dealership is covered.
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New Vehicle Limited Warranty
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This warranty does not cover damage or failures resulting directly or indirectly from any of the following:
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Fire, accidents or theft
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Abuse or negligence
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Misuse — for example, racing or overloading
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Improper repairs
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Alteration or tampering, including installation of non-Genuine Toyota Accessories
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Lack of or improper maintenance, including use of fluids other than those specified in the Owner’s Manual
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Installation of non-Genuine Toyota Parts
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Airborne chemicals, tree sap, road debris (including stone chips), rail dust, salt, hail, floods, wind storms, lightning and other environmental conditions
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Water contamination
This warranty also does not cover the following:
Tires
Tires are covered by a separate warranty provided by the tire manufac­turer. See page 26.
Normal Wear and Tear
Noise, vibration, cosmetic conditions and other deterioration caused by normal wear and tear.
Maintenance Expense
Normal maintenance services such as:
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Engine tune-ups
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Replacement of fluids and filters
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Lubrication
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Cleaning and polishing
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Replacement of spark plugs and fuses
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Replacement of worn wiper blades, brake pads/linings and clutch linings
WHAT IS NOT COVERED
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New Vehicle Limited Warranty
Maintenance Expense
Normal maintenance services such as:
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Engine tune-ups
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Replacement of fluids and filters
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Lubrication
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Cleaning and polishing
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Replacement of spark plugs and fuses
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Replacement of worn wiper blades, brake pads/linings and clutch linings
Noise, vibration, cosmetic conditions and other deterioration caused by normal wear and tear.
Normal Wear and Tear
Tires are covered by a separate warranty provided by the tire manufac­turer. See page 26.
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Vehicles With Altered Odometer
Failure of a vehicle on which the odometer has been altered so that actual vehicle mileage cannot be readily determined.
Salvage or Total-Loss Vehicles
Any vehicle that has ever been issued a “salvage” title or similar title under any state’s law; or has ever been declared a “total loss” or equiva­lent by a financial institution or insurer, such as by payment for a claim in lieu of repairs because the cost of repairs exceeded the cash value of the vehicle. This exclusion does not apply to the emission control warranties.
Incidental Damages
Incidental or consequential damages associated with a vehicle failure. Such damages include but are not limited to inconvenience; the cost of transportation, telephone calls and lodging; the loss of personal or com­mercial property; and the loss of pay or revenue.
Disclaimer of Extra Expenses and Damages
The performance of necessary repairs and adjustments is the exclu­sive remedy under this warranty or any implied warranty. Toyota does not authorize any person to create foritany other obligation or liability in connection with this vehicle. Toyota shall not be liable forincidental or consequential damages resulting from breach of this written warranty or any implied warranty. Any implied war­ranty of merchantability or fitness fora particular purpose is limited to the duration of this written warranty, except in states where this limitation is not allowed.
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New Vehicle Limited Warranty
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If a dispute arises regarding your warranty coverage, please follow the steps described under “If You Need Assistance” on pages 4–5. Please note that you must use the Dispute Settlement Program before seeking remedies through a court action pursuant to the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act. You may also be required to use the Dispute Settlement Program before seeking remedies under the “Lemon Laws” of your state. Please check the appropriate page of the Owner’s Warranty Rights Notification booklet (located in your glove box) for the requirements applicable to your state.
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New Vehicle Limited Warranty
DISPUTE RESOLUTION
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Emission Defect Warranty
Toyota warrants that your vehicle:
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Was designed, built and equipped to conform at the time of sale with applicable federal emissions standards.
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Is free from defects in materials and workmanship that may cause the vehicle to fail to meet these standards.
Federal regulations require that this warranty be in effect for two years or 24,000 miles from the vehicle’s in-service date, whichever occurs first. However, under the terms of the Basic Warranty, Toyota provides coverage of three years or 36,000 miles, whichever occurs first. Speci­fic components may have longer coverage under the terms of the Powertrain Warranty. Additionally, components marked “8/80” in the parts list on pages 15–16 have coverage of eight years or 80,000 miles, whichever occurs first.
Emission Performance Warranty
Some states and localities have established vehicle inspection and main­tenance (I/M) programs to encourage proper vehicle maintenance. If an EPA-approved I/M program is in force in your area, you are eligible for Emission Performance Warranty coverage.
Under the terms of the Emission Performance Warranty and federal regulations, Toyota will make all necessary repairs if both of the following occur:
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Your vehicle fails to meet applicable emissions standards as determined by an EPA-approved emissions test.
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This failure results or will result in some penalty to you — such as a fine or denial of the right to use your vehicle
— under local,
state or federal law.
This warranty is in effect for two years or 24,000 miles from the vehicle’s in-service date, whichever occurs first. Additionally, components marked “8/80” in the parts list on pages 15–16 have coverage of eight years or 80,000 miles, whichever occurs first.
WHAT IS COVERED AND HOW LONG
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Federal Emission Control Warranty
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These warranty obligations do not apply to failures or non-compliance caused by:
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The use of replacement parts not certified in accordance with aftermarket parts certification regulations.
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The use of replacement parts not equivalent in quality or design to original equipment parts.
Provisions under the “What Is Not Covered” section of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty also apply to this warranty.
Air/Fuel Metering System
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Air/fuel ratio feedback control system
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Cold-start enrichment system
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Deceleration control system
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Electronic fuel injection system components —Airflow sensor — Engine control module (8/80) —Throttle body —Other components
Air Induction System
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Intake manifold and intake air surge tank
Catalyst System
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Catalytic converter and protector (8/80)
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Constricted fuel filler neck
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Exhaust manifold
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Exhaust pipe (manifold to catalyst and/or catalyst to catalyst)
WHAT IS NOT COVERED WARRANTY PARTS LIST
8/80 = Covered for eight years or 80,000 miles, whichever occurs first.
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Federal Emission Control Warranty
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Evaporative Control System
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Charcoal canister
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Diaphragm valve
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Fuel filler cap
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Fuel tank
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Vapor liquid separator
Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) System
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EGR gas temperature sensor
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EGR valve
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Associated parts
Ignition System
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Distributor and internal parts
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Ignition coil and ignitor
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Ignition wires
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Spark plugs*
Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) System
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Oil filler cap
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PCV valve or orifice
Other Parts Used in Above Systems
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Data link connector (8/80)
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Hoses, clamps, fittings, tubing and mounting hardware
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Malfunction indicator light and bulb (8/80)
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Pulleys, belts and idlers
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Sealing gaskets and devices
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Sensors, switches and valves
Warranted until first required maintenance under terms of the California Emission Control Warranty.
8/80 = Covered for eight years or 80,000 miles, whichever occurs first.
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Federal Emission Control Warranty
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You are responsible for performance of the required maintenance indi­cated in the Owner’s Manual and the Scheduled Maintenance Guide. Toyota will not deny a warranty claim solely because you do not have records to show that you maintained your vehicle. However, any failure or noncompliance caused by lack of maintenance is not covered by this warranty.
When maintenance and repairs are paid for by you, these services may be performed by you or by any automotive service provider you choose. Toyota will not deny a warranty claim simply because you used a service provider other than a Toyota dealership for mainte­nance and repairs. However, any failure or non-compliance caused by
improper maintenance or repairs is not covered by this warranty.
To ensure optimum performance and maintain the quality built into your vehicle’s emission control systems, Toyota recommends the use of Genuine Toyota Parts when servicing or repairing the systems.
Warranty coverage is not dependentupon the use of any particular brand of replacement parts and you may elect to use non–Genuine Toyota Parts for maintenance and repairs. However, use of replace­ment parts that are not equivalent in quality to Genuine Toyota Parts may impair the effectiveness of the emission control systems.
If you use replacement parts that have maintenance or replacement schedules different from those of Genuine Toyota Parts, you must follow the maintenance and replacement schedules for the parts you are using. In addition, you should ensure that such parts are warranted by their manufacturers to be equivalent to Genuine Toyota Parts.
MAINTENANCE REPLACEMENT PARTS
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Federal Emission Control Warranty
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If your vehicle fails an EPA-approved emissions test, you may make a claim under the Emission Performance Warranty. To do so, take your vehicle to an authorized Toyota dealership and present a copy of the emissions test report. Also, take your maintenance records in case they are needed.
If your claim qualifies for coverage, the dealership will repair your vehi­cle within 30 days (unless a shorter period is required by law). If your claim is denied, Toyota will notify you in writing of the reason within the same period. If we fail to do so, we will repair your vehicle free of charge. The only exceptions allowed are when you request or agree to a delay, or a delay is caused by factors beyond the control of Toyota or the dealership.
For information on how to obtain service under the Emission Defect Warranty, see page 29, “Obtaining Warranty Service.”
If you have questions or concerns about your vehicle’s federal emission warranty coverage, please follow the steps described under “If You Need Assistance” on pages 4–5. In the case of the Emission Performance Warranty, you may also request information from or report complaints to:
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Vehicle Programs & Compliance Division (6405J) Attn: Warranty Complaints 401 M Street SW Washington, D.C. 20460
Vehicles equipped with a California Certified Emission Control System that are registered and operated in California or any state that adopts California emission warranty provisions are also covered by the California Emission Control Warranty (see page 20). Currently, Massachusetts and Vermont are the only other states to which the California Emission Control Warranty applies.
IF YOUR VEHICLE FAILS AN EMISSIONS TEST IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS
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Federal Emission Control Warranty
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We (the dealership) want you to know that at the time your new Toyota vehicle is being delivered:
1) On the basis of written notification furnished by Toyota, we have
knowledge that the vehicle is covered by an EPA Certificate of Conformity.
2) We have visually inspected those emission control devices or portions
thereof that are visible without removing or adjusting any compo­nents or systems, emissions-related or otherwise. On the basis of this inspection, there are no apparent deficiencies in the installation of emission control devices by Toyota. (For purposes of this certificate, “emission control devices” is limited to devices installed on a vehicle forthe sole or primary purpose of controlling emissions and which were not in general use before 1968.)
3) We have performed all emission control system preparations required
by Toyota prior to the sale of the vehicle as set forth in Toyota’s cur­rent pre-delivery service manual.
4) Except as may be provided in Paragraph 5, if this vehicle fails an
EPA-approved emissions test within three months or 4,000 miles (whichever comes first) of delivery to the ultimate purchaser, and the vehicle has been maintained and used in accordance with the writ­ten instructions for proper maintenance and use, Toyota will remedy
the non-conformity free of charge under the terms of the Emission Performance Warranty.
5) If vehicle was used as a company car or demonstrator, check box and complete the following:
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The vehicle with which this statement is delivered was placed into service as a company car or demonstrator prior to delivery. The Emission Performance Warranty period commenced on the date the vehicle was first placed into service, which was:
Month Day Year
Note: The dealership makes no representation or warranty that the emission control system or any part thereof is without defect or that the system will perform properly. The Emission Performance Warranty referred to in Paragraph 4 and furnished with the vehicle is solely that of the manufacturer.
This statement is required by section 207 of the Clean Air Act (42 U.S.C.
7541) and the EPA regulations issued thereunder.
Dealership Name
DEALER CERTIFICATE
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The California Air Resources Board (CARB) and Toyota are pleased to explain the emission control system warranty for your 2003 vehicle. In California, new motor vehicles must be designed, built and equipped to meet the state’s stringent anti-smog standards. CARB regulations require that Toyota must warrant the emission control system on your vehicle for the time periods indicated on this page, provided there has been no abuse, neglect or improper maintenance of your vehicle.
Your emission control system may include parts such as the fuel injection system, ignition system, catalytic converter and engine computer. Also included may be hoses, belts, connectors and other emissions-related assemblies.
Where a warrantable condition exists, Toyota will repair your vehicle at no cost to you, including diagnosis, parts and labor.
1) For three years or 50,000 miles, whichever occurs first:
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If your vehicle fails a smog-check test, all necessary repairs and adjustments will be made by Toyota to ensure that your vehicle passes the test. This is your Emission Control System PERFORMANCE WARRANTY.
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If any emissions-related part on your vehicle is defective, the part will be repaired or replaced by Toyota. This is your SHORT-TERM Emission Control System DEFECT WARRANTY. Covered parts are listed on pages 15–16. Specific components may have longer coverage under the terms of the Powertrain Warranty.
2) For seven years or 70,000 miles, whichever occurs first:
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If an emissions-related part listed on pages 22—23 is defective, the part will be repaired or replaced by Toyota. This is your LONG-TERM Emission Control System DEFECT WARRANTY.
YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS
MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY COVERAGE
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California Emission Control Warranty
*For 4-cylinder Camry models certified as partial zero-emission vehicles (PZEV),
if any, coverage is 15 years or 150,000 miles, whichever occurs first.
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You are responsible for performance of the required maintenance indi­cated in the Owner’s Manual and the Scheduled Maintenance Guide. Toyota recommends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your vehicle, but Toyota cannot deny warranty coverage solely for the lack of receipts or your failure to ensure the performance of all scheduled maintenance.
You are responsible for presenting your vehicle to a Toyota dealership as soon as a problem exists. The warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time, not to exceed 30 days.
You should also be aware that Toyota may deny you warranty coverage if your vehicle or a part has failed due to abuse, neglect, improper main­tenance or unapproved modifications.
If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsi­bilities, you should contact the Toyota Customer Assistance Center at (800)331-4331 or the California Air Resources Board, Mobile Source Control Division, at 9528 Telstar Avenue, P.O. Box 8001, El Monte, CA 91734-8001.
These warranty obligations do not apply to failures or noncompliance caused by:
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The use of replacement parts not certified in accordance with aftermarket parts certification regulations.
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The use of replacement parts not equivalent in quality or design to original equipment parts.
Provisions under the “What Is Not Covered” section of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty also apply to this warranty.
OWNER’S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES WHAT IS NOT COVERED
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California Emission Control Warranty
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The parts listed here are covered for seven years or 70,000 miles from the vehicle’s in-service date, whichever occurs first.
Air/Fuel Metering System
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Air-fuel ratio sensor on Highlander
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Engine control computer (engine control module)
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Fuel pump on Sienna
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Mass air flow sensor on Tacoma equipped with 2RZ-FE and 3RZ-FE
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Throttle body
Air Induction System
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Intake manifold and intake air surge tank
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Intake manifold gasket on MR2 Spyder
Catalyst System
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Catalytic converter (warm-up three-way catalyst)
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Exhaust center pipe on Avalon, Corolla Matrix 4WD, Highlander equipped with 1MZ-FE, Tacoma and Tundra equipped with 5VZ-FE
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Exhaust front pipe on Avalon, Camry, Camry Solara, Celica, Corolla, Corolla Matrix 2WD, ECHO, Highlander equipped with 1MZ-FE, Land Cruiser, MR2 Spyder, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma, Tundra and 4Runner
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Exhaust manifold on Avalon, Camry, Camry Solara, Highlander, Land Cruiser, MR2 Spyder, RAV4, Sequoia, Sienna, Tundra equipped with 2UZ-FE and 4Runner
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Exhaust manifold gasket on Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Tundra equipped with 2UZ-FE and 4Runner
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Right exhaust manifold gasket on Sienna and on Avalon, Camry, Camry Solara and Highlander models equipped with 1MZ-FE
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California Emission Control Warranty
PARTS LIST: LONG-TERM EMISSION DEFECT WARRANTY
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Evaporative Control System
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Charcoal canister on Highlander, Land Cruiser and 4Runner
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Fuel tank
Ignition System
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Knock sensor on Land Cruiser, MR2 Spyder, Sequoia, Tacoma equipped with 5VZ-FE, Tundra and 4Runner
You are responsible for performance of the required maintenance indi­cated in the Owner’s Manual and the Scheduled Maintenance Guide. Toyota will not deny a warranty claim solely because you do not have records to show that you maintained your vehicle. However, any failure or noncompliance caused by lack of maintenance is not covered by this warranty.
When maintenance and repairs are paid for by you, these services may be performed by you or by any automotive service provider you choose. Toyota will not deny a warranty claim simply because you used a service provider other than a Toyota dealership for mainte­nance and repairs. However, any failure or non-compliance caused by
improper maintenance or repairs is not covered by this warranty.
MAINTENANCE
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California Emission Control Warranty
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To ensure optimum performance and maintain the quality built into your vehicle’s emission control systems, Toyota recommends the use of Genuine Toyota Parts when servicing or repairing the systems.
Warranty coverage is not dependentupon the use of any particular brand of replacement parts and you may elect to use non-Genuine Toyota Parts for maintenance and repairs. However, use of replace– ment parts that are not equivalent in quality to Genuine Toyota Parts may impair the effectiveness of the emission control systems.
If you use replacement parts that have maintenance or replacement schedules different from those of Genuine Toyota Parts, you must follow the maintenance and replacement schedules for the parts you are using. In addition, you should ensure that such parts are warranted by their manufacturers to be equivalent to Genuine Toyota Parts.
If your vehicle fails a smog-check test, you may make a claim under the Emission Performance Warranty. To do so, take your vehicle to an autho­rized Toyota dealership and present a copy of the smog-check test report. Also, take your maintenance records in case they are needed.
If your claim qualifies for coverage, the dealership will repair your vehi­cle within 30 days (unless a shorter period is required by law). If your claim is denied, Toyota will notify you in writing of the reason within the same period. If we fail to do so, we will repair your vehicle free of charge. The only exceptions allowed are when you request or agree to a delay, or a delay is caused by factors beyond the control of Toyota or the dealership.
For information on how to obtain service under the Emission Defect Warranty, see page 29, “Obtaining Warranty Service.”
REPLACEMENT PARTS IF YOUR VEHICLE FAILS A SMOG-CHECK TEST
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California Emission Control Warranty
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If a Toyota dealership is unable to complete repairs on your vehicle within 30 days, you may have the repairs made under Toyota’s provisions for emergency warranty repairs. See page 29 for details.
If you have questions or concerns about your vehicle’s California emis­sion warranty coverage, please follow the steps described under “If You Need Assistance” on pages 4–5. You may also request information from or report complaints to:
California Air Resources Board Mobile Source Control Division 9528 Telstar Avenue P.O. Box 8001 El Monte, CA 91734-8001 (800)242-4450
Vehicles equipped with a California Certified Emission Control System that are registered and operated in California or any state that adopts California emission warranty provisions are covered by this warranty. Currently, Massachusetts and Vermont are the only other states to which this warranty applies. Vehicles covered by this warranty are also covered by the Federal Emission Control Warranty (see page 14).
REPAIR DELAYS IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS
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OBTAINING WARRANTY SERVICE ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT TIRE MANUFACTURERS
The tires that come as original equipment on your vehicle are warranted by their manufacturer and not Toyota. A separate warranty statement for the tires is in your glove box.
To obtain service for a tire defect, take the tire to an authorized dealer of the tire manufacturer. (Refer to your local phone directory for dealer locations.) Your Toyota dealer may also be able to assist you in obtaining warranty service from the manufacturer.
For additional warranty information or service assistance, contact the tire manufacturer directly.
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Tire Limited Warranty
Bridgestone/Firestone
One Bridgestone Park Nashville, TN 37214 (800)847-3272
Continental General Tire
1800 Continental Blvd. Charlotte, NC 28273 (800)847-3349
Goodyear Dunlop Tires North America, Ltd.
P.O. Box 1109 Buffalo, NY 14240 (800)548-4714
Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co.
1144 East Market Street Akron, OH 44316 (800)321-2136
Michelin/BFGoodrich
P.O. Box 19001 Greenville, SC 29602 (800)847-3435
Toyo Tire (U.S.A.) Corporation
6261 Katella Ave., Ste. 2B Cypress, CA 90630 (800)442-8696
Yokohama Tire Corporation
601 South Acacia Avenue Fullerton, CA 92831 (800)722-9888
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You are responsible for ensuring that your Toyota is operated and main­tained according to the instructions in the Owner’s Manual and the Scheduled Maintenance Guide.
You should keep detailed records of vehicle maintenance, since under some circumstances they may be required for warranty coverage. These records should include date of service, mileage at time of service and a description of service performed and/or parts installed. For your conve­nience, a maintenance log is included in the Scheduled Maintenance Guide. If you sell your vehicle, you should give your maintenance records to the newowner.
Toyota will not deny a warranty claim solely because you do not have records to show that you maintained your vehicle. However, damage or failures caused by lack of proper maintenance are not covered under warranty.
You may have maintenance performed on your vehicle by any qualified person or facility. However, Toyota recommends having maintenance performed by an authorized Toyota dealership.
Toyota dealership technicians are specially trained to maintain and repair Toyota vehicles. They stay current on the latest service information through Toyota technical bulletins, service publications and training courses. Many are also certified through the Toyota Certification Program, which involves a series of rigorous written examinations. Feel free to ask any Toyota dealership to show you its technicians’ credentials.
You can be confident you’re getting the best possible service for your vehicle when you take it to a Toyota dealership. Plus, a Toyota dealer­ship will always use Genuine Toyota Parts designed specifically for your vehicle.
GENERAL INFORMATION WHERE TO GO FOR MAINTENANCE
Your Responsibilities
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Operation and Maintenance
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Warranty coverage is not dependent upon the use of any particular brand of replacement parts. However, Toyota recommends using only Genuine Toyota Parts when you need to replace a part on your vehicle. Like all Toyota products, Genuine Toyota Parts are built to the highest standards of quality, durability and performance. They are also designed to fit your vehicle’s exact specifications.
Your Toyota dealership maintains an extensive inventory of Genuine Toyota Parts to meet your vehicle service needs. And because it is linked electronically to Toyota’s Parts Distribution Centers, the dealership has quickaccess to any parts it may not have in stock.
Genuine Toyota Parts are covered by their own warranty (see your dealer fordetails) or the remainder of any applicable New Vehicle Limited Warranty, whichever is longer. Non–Genuine Toyota Parts, or any
damage or failures resulting from their use, are not covered by any Toyota warranty.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
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In the United States, U.S. Territories and Canada
To obtain warranty service in the United States, U.S. territories or Canada, take your vehicle to an authorized Toyota dealership. If your vehicle cannot be driven, contact your nearest Toyota dealership for towing assistance. You do not have to pay for towing to the nearest Toyota deal­ership if your vehicle is inoperable due to failure of a warranted part.
Outside the United States, U.S. Territories and Canada
If you are using your vehicle outside the United States, U.S. territories and Canada and need warranty service, contact a local Toyota dealer­ship. Please note, however, that your vehicle may not be repaired free of charge because the local Toyota distributor may have no obligation to provide warranty service for your vehicle, and/or your vehicle may not comply with local regulatory or environmental requirements.
If your vehicle is inoperable or unsafe to drive and there is no Toyota dealership reasonably available to make repairs, you may perform the repairs yourself or have them performed by another automotive service provider. Toyota will reimburse you for any of the repairs that are cov­ered by warranty. To receive reimbursement, present to an authorized Toyota dealership your paid repair invoices and any parts that were removed from the vehicle. You will be reimbursed for warranted parts at the manufacturer’s suggested retail price and warranted labor at a geographically appropriate hourly rate multiplied by Toyota’s recom­mended time allowance for the repair.
If your vehicle requires emergency repair, Toyota assumes no liability forsubsequent failures caused by improper repairs or the use of non­Genuine Toyota Parts unless you have the vehicle properly repaired in a timely manner. To ensure that warranty coverage remains intact, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Toyota dealership as soon as possible after an emergency repair.
Obtaining Warranty Service
Your Responsibilities
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BY GEOGRAPHIC REGION EMERGENCY REPAIRS
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Check one: ■■ Same owner, name and/or address has changed ■■ New owner, purchased vehicle used
■■ Same owner, additional driver who should receive product/safety updates
■■ Mr. ■■ Mrs. ■■ Ms. ■■ Miss ■■ Dr.
Owner Information Change Form
EVV
First name M.I. Last name
Company name
Street address or P.O. Box Apt. or suite number
City State Zip code
Home phone number Work phone number Extension
Vehicle Identification Number (required to process change)
Mo. Day Year
–
–– ––
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//
Check here if address below is for company
■■
This information is obtained solely for the use of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. Toyota occasionally sends special promotional offers to registered owners. Check here if you prefer not to receive these offers.
■■
/
Effective date of this information
Social Security Number (optional; for Toyota customer reference only)
If your name
or address has
changed or you
purchased your
Toyota as a used
vehicle, please
complete and
mail the attached
card, even if your
warranty coverage
has expired. This
will enable Toyota
to contact you
with important
product or safety
updates concern-
ing your vehicle.
If the card is no
longer attached,
please call the
Toyota Customer
Assistance Center at
(800) 331-4331.
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OPERATION OF INSTRUM ENTS AND CONTROLS
Overview of instruments and controls
Instrument panel overview 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Instrument cluster overview 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Indicator symbols on the instrument panelel 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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1. Side defros ter outlets
2. Side vents
3. Instr ument cluster
4. Center vents
5. Electr ic moon roof switches
6. Personal li ghts
7. Power door lock swit ches
8. Power window swit ches
9. Glove box
10. Portable a shtray
11. Rear console box
12. Cup holders
13. Power outlet
14. Parking b rake lever
15. Automatic transmission s elector lever or manual transmi ssion gear shift lev er
16. Hood lock rel ease lever
17. Window lock switch
Instrument panel overview
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1. Headlight and tur n signal switch and front fog light swit ch
2. Wiper and washer s witches
3. Emergency fl asher switch
4. Car audio
5. Clock
6. Front pass enger’s seat belt remi nder light
7. Rear window defogger swi tch
8. Auxiliary boxes
9. Power outlet or cigarette lighter
10. Air conditi oning controls
11. Ignition switc h
12. Cruise c ontrol switch
13. Tilt steeri ng l ock release lever
14. Interi or/instrument panel light control dial
15. Power rear view mirr or control swit ches
16. Toyota vehicle intr usion protection system indicator light
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1. Servic e reminder indic ators and indicator l ights
2. Tachometer
3. Speedometer
4. Engine coolant t emperature gauge
5. Fuel gauge
6. Trip m eter res et knob
7. Odometer, two trip meters and outs ide temperature d isplay
Instrument cluster overview
Ty pe A
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1. Servic e reminder indic ators and indicator l ights
2. Tachometer
3. Speedometer
4. Engine coolant t emperature gauge
5. Fuel gauge
6. Trip m eter res et knob
7. Odometer, two trip meters and outs ide temperature d isplay
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Brake system warning light
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1
Driver’s seat belt reminder light
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1
Discharge warning light
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1
Low fuel level warning light
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or
Low engine oil pressure warning light
∗
1
Anti–lock brake system warning light
∗
1
Open door warning light
∗
1
SRS warning light
∗
1
Low windshield washer fluid level warning light
∗
1
Turn signal indicator lights
Headlight high beam indicator light
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light
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1
Malfunction indicator lamp
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1
or
Indicator symbols on the instrument panel
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Overdrive–off indicator light
Cruise control indicator light
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2
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1
: For details, see “Service reminder indicators and warning
buzzers ” on page 85 in Section 1–5.
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2
: If this light flashes, see “Cruise control” on page 99 in Sec-
tion 1–6.
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OPERATION OF INSTRUM ENTS AND CONTROLS
Keys and Doors
Keys 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Side doors 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power windows 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Trunk lid 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Toyota vehicle intrusion protection system (TVIP) 20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hood 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel tank cap 23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electric moon roof 25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Your vehicle is supplied with two kinds of keys.
1. Master key—This key works in every lock.
2. Sub key—This key will not work in the trunk.
To protect items locked in the trunk when using valet parking, leave the sub key with the attendant.
Since all the doors and trunk lid can be locked without a key, you should always carry a spare master key in case you accidentally lock your keys inside the ve­hicle.
KEY NUMBER PLATE Your key number is shown on the plate.
Keep the plate in a safe place such as your wallet, not in the vehicle.
If you should lose your keys or if you need additional keys, duplicates can be made by a Toyota dealer using the key number.
We recommend writing down the key num­ber and storing it in a safe place.
LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH KEY Insert the key into the keyhole and turn
it.
To lock: Turn the key forward. To unlock: Turn the key backward.
Vehicles with power door lock system— All the doors lock and unlock simulta-
neously with either front door. In the driv­er’s door lock, turning the key once will unlock the driver’s door and twice in suc­cession will unlock all the doors simulta­neously.
Keys Side doors—
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When the interior light dial is in the DOOR position, and all doors are un­locked simultaneously using either the key or the wireless remote control transmitter, the interior light will come on and remain on for about 15 seconds before fading out. (For further information, see “Interior/ instrument panel light control” on page 77 in Section 1–4.)
LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH INSIDE LOCK KNOB
Move the lock knob.
To lock: Push the knob forward. To unlock: Pull the knob backward.
The front doors can be opened by pulling the inside handle even if the lock knobs are in the locked position.
CAUTION
Do not pull the inside handle of the front doors while driving. The doors will open and an accident may occur. Toyota strongly recommends that all children be placed in the rear seat of the vehicle.
Closing the door with the lock knob in the lock position will also lock the door. Be careful not to lock your keys in the ve­hicle.
Vehicles with power door lock system— Doors cannot be locked when either front door is open and the key is in the igni­tion.
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Driver’s side
Passenger’s side
LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH
Push the switch.
To lock: Push the switch down on the front side. To unlock: Push the switch down on the rear side.
Operating the switch simultaneously locks or unlocks all the doors.
If you do either of the following, no door can be unlocked with the power door lock switch.
Lock all the doors with the key or wire-
less remote control transmitter when all the doors are closed.
Open the driver’s door or front passen-
ger’s door and move the inside lock knobs of both front doors to the lock position, then close the front doors.
The power door lock switch can be reset in the following ways.
Turn the ignition key to “ON”.Unlock all the doors with the key or
wireless remote control transmitter.
Unlock the driver’s door or front pas-
senger’s door with the inside lock knob, and then unlock all the doors with the power door lock switch.
REAR DOOR CHILD–PROTECTORS Move the lock lever to the “LOCK”
position as shown on the label.
This feature allows you to lock a rear door so it can be opened from the outside only, not from inside. We recommend us­ing this feature whenever small children are in the vehicle.
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CAUTION
Before driving, be sure that the doors are closed and locked, especially when small children are in the ve­hicle. Along with the proper use of seat belts, locking the doors helps prevent the driver and passengers from being thrown out from the ve­hicle during an accident. It also helps prevent the doors from being opened unintentionally.
Locking operation
Unlocking operation
The wireless remote control system is designed to lock or unlock all the doors or activate the “PANIC” mode from a distance within approximately 1 m (3 ft.) of the vehicle.
LOCKING AND UNLOCKING THE DOORS
To lock and unlock all the doors, push the switches of the transmitter slowly and securely.
To lock: Push the “LOCK” switch. All the doors are locked simultaneously. At this time the turn signal lights will flash once.
Check to see that the doors are securely locked.
If any door is not securely closed, locking cannot be performed by the “LOCK” switch.
To unlock: Push the “UNLOCK” switch once to unlock the driver’s door alone. Pushing the switch twice within 3 seconds unlocks all the doors simultaneously. Each time the “UNLOCK” switch is pushed, the turn signal lights will flash twice.
—Wireless remote control
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When the “UNLOCK” switch is pressed, the interior light comes on. The light re­mains on for about 15 seconds u nless any door is opened and closed. (For further information, see “Interior/instrument panel light control” on page 77 in Section 1–4.)
You have 30 s econds to open a door a fter using the wireless remote unlock feature. If a door is not opened by then, all the doors will be automatically locked again.
If the “LOCK” or “UNLOCK” switch is kept pressed in, the locking or unlocking opera­tion is not repeated. Release the button and then push again.
“PANIC” SWITCH Pushing the “PANIC” switch blows the
horn intermittently and flashes the headlights, tail lights, turn signal lights and interior light.
The “PANIC” switch is used to deter ve­hicle theft when you witness anyone at­tempting to break into or damage your vehicle.
The alarm will last for one minute. To stop the alarm midway, push any switch on the transmitter or turn the ignition key from the “LOCK” to “ON” position.
The “PANIC” mode does not work when the ignition key is in the “ON” position.
WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER
The wireless remote control transmitter is an electronic component. Observe the fol­lowing instructions in order not to cause damage to the transmitter.
Do not leave the transmitter on places
where the temperature becomes high such as on the dashboard.
Do not disassemble it.Avoid knocking it hard against other
objects or dropping it.
Avoid putting it in water.
You can use up to 4 wireless remote con­trol transmitters for the same vehicle. Contact your Toyota dealer for detailed information.
If the wireless remote control transmitter does not actuate the doors or alarm, or operate from a normal distance:
Check for closeness to a radio trans-
mitter such as a radio station or an airport which can interfere with normal operation of the transmitter.
The battery may have been consumed.
Check the battery in the transmitter. To replace the battery, see “REPLACING TRANSMITTER BATTERY”.
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If you lose your transmitter, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to avoid the possibility of theft, or an acci­dent. (See “If you lose your wireless re­mote control transmitter” on page 186 in Section 4.)
MODEL/FCC ID: GQ43VT27R CAN: 1470 104 105A MADE IN U.S.A.
This complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the follow­ing two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, includ­ing interference that may cause unde­sired operation.
REPLACING TRANSMITTER BATTERY
For replacement, use a CR2032 lithium battery or equivalent.
CAUTION
Special care should be taken that small children do not swallow the re­moved transmitter battery or compo­nents.
NOTICE
When replacing the transmitter bat­tery, be caref ul not to lose the com­ponents.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by a Toyota dealer.
Dispose of used batteries according to the local laws.
Replace the transmitter battery by the fol­lowing procedures:
1. Using a coin or equivalent, open the transmitter case.
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2. Remove the discharged transmitter bat­tery.
NOTICE
Do not bend the terminals.
3. Put a new transmitter battery with pos i­tive (+) side up.
Close the transmitter case securely.
NOTICE
Make sure the positive side and negative side of the transmitter bat­tery should be faced correctly.
Do not replace the battery with wet hands. Water may cause unexpected rust.
Do not touch or move any compo­nents inside of the transmitter, or it may interfere with proper opera­tion.
Be careful not to bend the electrode of the transmitter battery insertion and that dust or oils do not adhere to the transmitter case.
Close the transmitter case securely.
After replacing battery, check that the transmitter operates properly. If the trans­mitter still does not operate properly, con­tact your Toyota dealer.
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The windows can be operated with the switch on each door.
The power windows work when the igniti on switch is in the “ON” position.
OPERATING THE DRIVER’S WINDOW Use the switch on the driver’s door. Normal operation: The window moves as
long as you hold the switch. To open: Lightly push down the switch.
To close: Pull up the switch.
Automatic operation (to open only):
Push the switch completely down and then release it. The window will fully open. To stop the window partway, lightly pull the switch up and then release it.
Window lock switch
OPERATING THE PASSENGERS’ WINDOWS
Use the switches on the passengers’ doors. The driver’s door also has switches that control the passengers’ windows.
The window moves as long as you hold the switch.
To open: Push down the switch. To close: Pull up the switch.
If you push in the window lock switch on the driver ’s door, the passengers’ windows cannot be operated.
Power windows
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CAUTION
To avoid serious personal injury, you must do the following.
Always make sure the heads, hands
and other parts of the bodies of all occupants are kept completely in­side the vehicle before you close the power windows. If someone’s neck, head or hands get caught in a closing window, it could result in a serious injury. When anyone closes the power windows, make sure that he/she operates the win­dows safely.
When small children are in the ve-
hicle, never let them use the power window switches without supervi­sion. Use the window lock switch to prevent them from making unex­pected use of the switches.
Never leave small children alone in
the vehicle, especially with the igni­tion key still inserted. They could use the power window switches and get trapped in a window. Unat­tended children can be involved in serious accidents.
To open the trunk lid from the outside, insert the master key and turn it clock­wise.
See “Luggage stowage precautions” on page 153 in Section 2 for precautions in loading luggage.
To close the trunk lid, lower it and press down on it. After closing the trunk lid, try pulling it up to make sure it is securely closed.
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CAUTION
Keep the trunk lid closed while driv­ing. This not only keeps the luggage from being thrown out but also pre­vents exhaust gases from entering the vehicle.
To open the trunk lid from the driver’s seat, pull up on the lock release lever.
After closing the trunk lid, insert the master key and turn it counterclockwise to deactivate the lock release lever.
After closing the trunk lid, try pulling it up to make sure it is securely locked.
—Lock release lever
—Lock release lever cancelling system
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If a person is locked in the trunk, he or she can pull down the phosphores­cent handle on the inside of trunk lid to open the trunk lid.
The phosphorescent (glow–in–the–dark) handle will continue to glow for a time after the trunk lid is closed. Exposing the handle to stronger light will cause it to glow longer.
CAUTION
Always lock the trunk lid and all
doors, and keep away the vehicle keys out of children’s reaches.
Never leave children unattended in
the vehicle. Unsupervised children may lock themselves in the vehicle or trunk and suffer serious injuries or death.
TVIP is a theft deterrent system. If someone attempts to damage or break into your vehicle, the system sounds the alarm while flashing the lights.
—Internal trunk release handle
Toyota vehicle intrusion protection system (TVIP)
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SETTING THE SYSTEM
You can set the system as follows.
1. Remove the key from the ignition switch.
2. Have all passengers get out of the vehicle.
3. Close all the doors and trunk lid secu­rely.
4. Lock all the doors with the key or wire­less remote control transmitter. At this time, the TVIP indicator light comes on.
The system will be set in 30 seconds. When the system is set, the indicator light will start to flash.
5. Make sure that the indicator light flashes. Then you may leave the ve­hicle.
Never leave anyone in the vehicle when you set the system because unlocking from the inside activates the alarm.
Activating the alarm If the system detects a threat to the
vehicle, it sounds the alarm for one minute while flashing headlights and turn signal lights. Also, the interior light turns on when the interior light dial is in the DOOR position.
The system detects a threat under any of the following conditions:
Either of the front doors is unlocked by
means other than the key or wireless remote control transmitter.
If the key is not in the ignition switch, all the doors will be automatically locked again.
Any of the doors or trunk lid are forci-
bly opened. The alarm will activate when the trunk
lid is opened with a key. Cancel the system before opening the trunk lid.
The side windows are tapped or bro-
ken.
The battery terminal is disconnected
and then reconnected.
The ignition is hotwired.
After one minute, the alarm automatically stops and the indicator light starts flashing again.
Reactivating the alarm
Once set, until you cancel the system, the system automatically resets the alarm af­ter the alarm has stopped.
The alarm will activate again under the same circumstances described in “Activat­ing the alarm”.
Stopping the alarm
You can stop the alarm in either of the following ways:
Unlock any of the doors with the key
or wireless remote control transmitter.
Place the ignition switch in the “ON”
position.
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CANCELLING THE SYSTEM
You can cancel the system as described in “Stopping the alarm”.
If you cancel the system by unlocking any of the doors but no door is opened within 30 seconds, all the doors lock automati­cally and the system will be set again.
TESTING THE SYSTEM
You can check the system operation as follows.
1. Open all the windows.
2. Set the system as described in “SETTING THE SYSTEM”.
3. Unlock the driver’s door with the inside lock knob. The system should activate and the alarm should sound.
4. Stop the alarm as described in “Stop­ping the alarm”.
5. Repeat steps 2 to 4 for the other doors. (For rear doors, unlock and then open the doors as descri bed i n step 3.)
If the system does not work properly, have it checked by your Toyota dealer.
To open the hood:
1. Pull the hood lock release lever. The hood will spring up slightly.
CAUTION
Before driving, be sure that the hood is closed and securely locked. Other­wise, the hood may open unexpected­ly while driving and an accident may occur.
2. In front of the vehicle, pull up the auxiliary catch lever and lift the hood.
Hood
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3. Hold the hood open by inserting the support rod into the slot.
To insert the support rod into the slot, move it straight up. If it is moved to the side or toward the inside of the vehicle, it may become detached.
Before closing the hood, check to see that you have not forgotten any tools, rags, etc. and return the support rod to its clip—this prevents rattles. Then lower the hood and make sure it locks into place. If necessary, press down gently on the front edge to lock it.
CAUTION
After inserting the support rod into the slot, make sure the rod supports the hood securely from falling down on to your head or body.
NOTICE
Be sure to return the support rod to its clip before closing the hood. Clos­ing the hood with the support rod up could cause the hood to bend.
This indicates that the fuel filler door is on the left side of your vehicle.
Fuel tank cap
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1. To open the fuel filler door, pull the lever up.
When refueling, turn off the engine.
CAUTION
Do not smoke, cause sparks or al-
low open flames when refueling. The fumes are flammable.
When opening the cap, do not re-
move the cap quickly. In hot weath­er, fuel under pressure could cause injury by spraying out of the filler neck if the cap is suddenly re­moved.
2. To remove the fuel tank cap, turn the cap slowly counterclockwise, then pause slightly before removing it. After removing the cap, hang it on the cap hanger.
It is not unusual to hear a slight swoosh when the cap is opened. When installing, turn the cap clockwise till you hear a click.
If the cap is not tightened securely, the malfunction indicator lamp comes on. Make sure the cap is tightened securely.
The indicator lamp goes off after driving several times. If the indicator lamp does not go off, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.
CAUTION
Make sure the cap is tightened se-
curely to prevent fuel spillage in case of an accident.
Use only a genuine Toyota fuel tank
cap for replacement. It is designed to regulate fuel tank pressure.
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Sliding operation
Tilting operation
To operate the moon roof, use the switches beside the personal light.
The moon roof works when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position.
Sun shade operation— The sun shade can be opened or closed
by hand. Sliding operation— To open: Push the switch on the rear
side. The sun shade will be opened together
with the roof. To close: Push the switch on the front
side. As a precaution when closing, the roof
stops at the half closed position before fully closing. Therefore, release the switch and then push it again to close it com­pletely.
Tilting operation— To tilt up: Push the switch on the “UP”
side. To lower: Pus h the switch on the opposite side of the “UP” side.
You may stop the moon roof at any de­sired position. The roof will move while the switch is being pushed and stop when released.
CAUTION
To avoid serious personal injury, you must do the following.
While the vehicle is moving, always
keep the heads, hands and other parts of the bodies of all occupants away from the roof opening. Other­wise, they could be seriously in­jured if the vehicle stops suddenly or if the vehicle is involved in an accident.
Electric moon roof
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Always make sure nobody places
his/her head, hands and other parts of the body in the roof opening be­fore you close the roof. If some­one’s neck, head or hands get caught in the closing roof, it could result in a serious injury. When anyone closes the roof, first make sure it is safe to do so.
Never leave small children alone in
the vehicle, especially with the igni­tion key still inserted. They could use the moon roof switches and get trapped in the roof opening. Unat­tended children can be involved in serious accidents.
Never sit on top of the vehicle
around the roof opening.
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OPERATION OF INSTRUM ENTS AND CONTROLS
Seats, Seat belts, Steering wheel and Mirrors
Seats 28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front seats 28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fold–down rear s eat 30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Head restrai nts 31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat belts 32. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SRS driver airbag and front passenger airbag 40. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SRS side airbags 47. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Child restraint 53. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tilt steering wheel 68. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Outside rear view mirrors 69. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Anti–glare i nside rear view mirroror 70. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Auto anti–glare inside rear view m irror 71. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vanity mirrors 72. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SECTION 1–
3
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While the vehicle is being driven, all ve­hicle occupants should have the seatback upright, sit well back in the seat and prop­erly wear the seat belts provided.
CAUTION
Do not drive the vehicle unless the
occupants are properly seated. Do not allow sitting on top of a folded–down seatback, or in the luggage compartment or cargo area. Persons not properly seated and/or properly restrained by seat belts can be severely injured in the event of emergency braking or a collision.
During driving, do not allow pas-
sengers to stand up or move around between seats. Severe inju­ries can occur in the event of emer­gency braking or a collision.
CAUTION
The SRS side airbags are installed in the driver and front passenger seats. Observe the following precautions.
Do not lean against the front door
when the vehicle is in use, since the side airbag inflates with consid­erable speed and force. Otherwise, you may be killed or seriously in­jured.
Do not use seat accessories which
cover the parts where the side air­bags inflate. Such accessories may prevent the side airbags from acti­vating correctly, causing death or serious injury.
Do not modify or replace the seats
or upholstery of the front seats with the side airbags. Such changes may disable the system or cause the side airbags to inflate acciden­tally, resulting in death or serious injury. Consult your Toyota dealer if you insist on modifications of this kind.
Adjust the driver’s seat so that the foot pedals, steering wheel and instrument panel controls are within easy reach of the driver.
CAUTION
Adjustments should not be made
while the vehicle is moving, as the seat may unexpectedly move and cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
When adjusting the seat, be careful
that the seat does not hi t a passen­ger or luggage.
After adjusting the seat position,
try sliding it forward and backward to make sure it is locked in posi­tion.
After adjusting the seatback, push
back your body to make sure it is locked in position.
Do not put objects under the seats.
Otherwise, the objects may interfere with the seat–lock mechanism or unexpectedly push up the seat posi­tion adjusting lever and the seat may suddenly move, causing the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
Seats
Front seats— —Front seat precautions
(on vehicles with SRS side airbags) —Seat adjustment precau tio ns
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While adjusting the seat, do not put
your hands under the seat or near the moving parts. Otherwise, you may catch and injure your hands or fingers.
1. SEAT POSITION ADJUSTING LEVER
Hold the center of the lever and pull it up. Then slide the seat to the desired position with slight body pressure and release the lever.
2. SEAT HEIGHT ADJUSTING KNOB
Turn the knob either way.
3. SEATBACK ANGLE ADJUSTING LEVER
Lean forward and pull the lever up. Then lean back to the desired angle and release the lever.
—Adjusting front seats
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CAUTION
To reduce the risk of sliding under the lap belt during a collision, avoid reclining the seatback any more than needed. The seat belts provide maxi­mum protection in a frontal or rear collision when the driver and the pas­senger are sitting up straight and well back in the seats. If you are reclined, the lap belt may slide past your hips and apply restraint forces directly to the abdomen. In the event of a frontal collision, the more the seat is reclined, the greater the risk of personal injury.
FOLDING DOWN REAR SEAT
1. To unlock the seatback, pull the le­ver in the trunk.
2. Fold down the seatback.
Each seatback can be folded separately. This will enlarge the trunk as far as the
seatbacks. See “Luggage stowage precau­tions” on page 153 in Section 2 for pre­cautions in loading luggage.
NOTICE
Make sure the luggage loaded in the enlarged trunk will not damage the webbing of the rear center seat belt when the right seatback is folded down.
Fold–down rear seat
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BEFORE RETURNING REAR SEAT Make sure the shoulder belt pass
through the guide when returning the seatback up.
CAUTION
When returning the seatback to the upright position, observe the follow­ing precautions in order to prevent personal injury in a collision or sud­den stop:
Make sure the seatback is securely
locked by pushing for ward and rear­ward on the top of the seatback. Failure to do so will prevent the seat belt from operating properly.
Make sure the seat belts are not
twisted or caught in the seatback and are arranged in the proper position and are ready to use.
Front
Rear
Head restraints
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For your safety and comfort, adjust the head restraint before driving.
To raise: Pull it up. To lower: Push it down while pressing the lock release button.
The head restraint is most effective when it is close to your head. Therefore, using a cushion on the seatback is not recom­mended.
CAUTION
Adjust the center of the head re-
straint so that it is closest to the top of your ears.
After adjusting the head restraint,
make sure it is locked in position.
Do not drive with the head re-
straints removed.
Toyota strongly urges that the driver and passengers in the vehicle be properly re­strained at all times with the seat belts provided. Failure to do so could increase the chance of injury and/or the severity of injury in accidents.
Child. Use a child restraint system ap­propriate for the child until the child be­comes large enough to properly wear the vehicle’s seat belts. See “Child restraint” on page 53 for details.
If a child is too large for a child restraint system, the child should sit in the rear seat and must be restrained using the vehicle’s seat belt. According to accident statistics, the child is safer when properly restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat.
If a child must sit in the front seat, the seat belts should be worn properly. If an accident oc curs and the seat belts are not worn properly, the force of the rapid infla­tion of the airbag may cause death or serious injury to the child.
Do not allow the child to stand up or kneel on either rear or front seats. An unrestrained child could suffer serious in­jury o r death during emergenc y brak ing or a collision. Also, do not let the child sit on your lap. It does not provide sufficient restraint.
Pregnant woman. Toyota recommends the use of a seat belt. Ask your doctor for specific recommendations. The lap belt should be worn securely and as low as possible over the hips and not on the waist.
Injured person. Toyota recommends the use of a seat belt. Depending on the inju­ry, first check with your doctor for specific recommendations.
CAUTION
Persons should ride in their seats properly wearing their seat belts whenever the vehicle is moving. Otherwise, they are much more likely to suffer serious bodily injury or death in the event of sudden braking or a collision.
Seat belts— —Seat belt precautions
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When using the seat belts, observe the following:
Use the belt for only one person at
a time. Do not use a single belt for two or more people—even children.
Avoid reclining the seatbacks too
much. The seat belts provide maxi­mum protection when the seatbacks are in the upright position. (Refer to the seat adjustment instructions.)
Be careful not to damage the belt
webbing or hardware. Take care that they do not get caught or pinched in the seat or doors.
Inspect the belt system periodically.
Check for cuts, fraying, and loose parts. Damaged parts should be re­placed. Do not disassemble or modify the system.
Keep the belts clean and dry. If
they need cleaning, u se a mild soap solution or lukewarm water. Never use bleach, dye, or abrasive clean­ers—they may severely weaken the belts. (See “Cleaning the interior” on page 191 in Section 5.)
Replace the belt assembly (includ-
ing bolts) if it has been used in a severe impact. The entire assembly should be replaced even if damage is not obvious.
Adjust the seat as needed (front seats only) and sit up straight and well back in the seat. To fasten your belt, pull it out of the retractor and insert the tab into the buckle.
You will hear a click when the tab locks into the buckle.
The seat belt length automatically adjusts to your size and the seat position.
The retractor will lock the belt during a sudden stop or on impact. It also may lock if you lean forward too quickly. A slow, easy motion will allow the belt to extend, and you can move around freely.
—Front and rear seat belts
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If the seat belt cannot be pulled out of the retractor, firmly pull the belt and release it. You will then be able to smoothly pull the belt out of the retractor.
When a passenger’s shoulder belt is com­pletely extended and is then retracted even slightly, the belt is locked in that position and c annot be extended. Thi s fea­ture is used to hold the child restraint system securely. (For details, see “Child restraint” on page 53 in this section.) To free the belt again, fully retract the belt and then pull the belt out once more.
CAUTION
After inserting the tab, make sure
that the tab and buckle are locked, and the belt is not twisted.
Do not insert coins, clips, etc. in
the buckle as this may prevent you from properly latching the tab and buckle.
If the seat belt does not function
normally, immediately contact your Toyota dealer. Do not use the seat until the seat belt is fixed. It cannot protect an adult occupant or your child from injury.
Seat belts with an adjustable shoulder anchor—
Adjust the shoulder anchor position to your size.
To raise: Slide the anchor up. To lower: Push in the lock release button and slide the anchor down.
After adjustment make sure the anchor is locked in position.
CAUTION
Always make sure the shoulder belt is positioned across the center of your shoulder. The belt should be kept away from your neck, but not falling off your shoulder. Failure to do so could reduce the amount of protection in an accident and cause serious injuries in a collision.
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Ta ke u p slack
To o h i g h
Keep as low on hips as possible
Adjust the position of the lap and shoulder belts.
Position the lap belt as low as possible on your hips—not on your waist, then ad­just it to a snug fit by pulling the shoulder portion upward through the latch plate.
CAUTION
Both high–positioned lap belts and
loose–fitting belts could cause seri­ous injuries due to sliding under the lap belt during a collision or other unintended result. Keep the lap belt positioned as low on hips as possible.
For your safety, do not place the
shoulder belt under your arm.
To release the belt , p ress the buckle–re­lease button and allow the belt to re­tract.
If the belt does not retract smoothly, pull it out and check for kinks or twists. Then make sure it remains untwisted as it re­tracts.
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Make sure the shoulder belt pass through the guide when using the seat belt for rear outside seat.
If your seat belts cannot be fastened se­curely because they are not long enough, a personalized seat belt extender is avail­able from your Toyota dealer free of charge.
Please contact your local Toyota dealer so that the dealer can order the proper re­quired length for the extender. Bring the heaviest coat you expect to wear for prop­er measurement and selection of length. Additional ordering information is available at your Toyota dealer.
CAUTION
When using the seat belt extender, observe the following precautions. Failure to follow these instructions could reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt restraint system in case of vehicle accident, increasing the chance of personal injury.
Never use the seat belt extender if
you can fasten the seat belt wit hout it.
Remember that the extender pro-
vided for you may not be safe when used on a different vehicle, for another person, or at a different seating position than the one origi­nally intended.
—Seat belt extender
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To connect the extender to the seat belt, insert the tab into the seat belt buckle so that the “PRESS” signs on the buckle–release buttons of the ex­tender and the seat belt are both facing outward as shown.
You will hear a click when the tab locks into the buckle.
When releasing the seat belt, press on the buckl e–release button on the extender, not on the seat belt. This helps prevent damage to the vehicle interior and extend­er itself.
When not in use, remove the extender and store in the vehicle for future use.
CAUTION
After inserting the tab, make sure
that the tab and buckle are locked, and the seat belt extender is not twisted.
Do not insert coins, clips, etc. in
the buckle as this may prevent you from properly latching the tab and buckle.
If the seat belt does not function
normally, immediately contact your Toyota dealer. Do not use the seat until the seat belt is fixed. It cannot protect an adult occupant or your child from injury.
The driver and front passenger’s seat belt pretensioners are designed to be activated in response to a severe fron­tal impact.
When the airbag sensor detects the shock of a severe frontal impact, the front seat belts are quickly drawn back in by the retractors so that the belts snugly restrain the front seat occupants.
The front seat belt pretensioners are acti­vated even with no passenger in the front seat.
—Front seat belt pretensioners
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This indicator comes on when the igni­tion key is turned to the “ON” position. It goes off after about 6 seconds. This means the front seat belt pretensioners are operating properly.
This warning light system monitors the airbag sensor assembly, front airbag sen­sors, side airbag sensors, driver’s seat position sensor, driver’s seat belt buckle switch, front seat belt pretensioner assem­blies, inflators, warning light, interconnect­ing wiring and power sources. (For details, see “Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers” on page 85 in Section 1–5.)
The front seat belt pretensioner system mainly consists of the following compo­nents and their locations are shown in the illustration.
1. Front airbag sensors
2. Front seat belt pretensioner assemblies
3. Airbag sensor assembly
4. SRS warning light
The front seat belt pretensioners are con­trolled by the airbag sensor assembly. The airbag sensor assembly consists of a saf­ing sensor and airbag sensor.
When the front seat belt pretensioners are activated, an operating noise may be heard and a small amount of smoke–like gas may be released. This gas is harm­less and does not indicate that a fire is occurring.
Once the front seat belt pretensioners have been activated, the seat belt retrac­tors remain locked.
CAUTION
Do not modify, remove, strike or open the front seat belt pretensioner as­semblies, airbag sensor or surround­ing area or wiring. Doing so may cause sudden operation of the front seat belt pretensioners or disable the system, which could result in death or serious injury.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious inju­ries. Consult your Toyota dealer about any repairs and modifications.
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NOTICE
Do not perform any of the following changes without consulting your Toyota dealer. Such changes can interfere with proper operation of the front seat belt pretensioners in some cases.
Installation of electronic devices such as a mobile two–way radio, cassette tape player or compact disc player
Repairs on or near the front seat belt retractor assemblies
Modification of the suspension sys­tem
Modification of the front end struc­ture
Attachment of a grille guard (bull bar, kangaroo bar, etc.), snowplow, winches or any other equipment to the front end
Repairs made on or near the front fenders, front end structure or con­sole
This front seat belt pretensioner system has a service reminder indicator to inform the driver of operating problems. If any of the following conditions occurs, this indicates a malfunction of the airbags or pretensioners. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle.
The light does not come on when the
ignition key is turned to the “ON” posi­tion, or the light remains on.
The light comes on or flashes while
driving.
If either front seat belt does not retract
or cannot be pulled out due to a mal­function or activation of the relevant front seat belt pretensioner.
In the following cases, contac t your Toy ota dealer as soon as possible:
The front of the vehicle (shaded in the
illustration) was involved in an acci dent that was not severe enough to cause the front seat belt pretensioners to op­erate.
Either front seat belt pretensioner as-
sembly or surrounding area is scratched, cracked, or otherwise dam­aged.
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The SRS (Supplemental Restraint Sys­tem) front airbags are designed to pro­vide further protection for the driver and front passenger in addition to the primary safety protection provided by the seat belts.
In response to a severe frontal impact, the SRS front airbags work together with the seat belts to help reduce injury by inflating. The SRS front airbags help to reduce injuries mainly to the driver’s or front pass enger’s head or chest caused by directly hitting the steering wheel or dash­board. The front passenger airbag is acti­vated even with no passenger in the front seat.
Be sure to wear your seat belt properly.
Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module, which will record the use of the seat belt restraint system by the driver and front passenger when the SRS airbags are inflated.
CAUTION
The driver or front passenger who is too close to the steering wheel or dashboard during airbag deployment can be killed or seriously injured. Toyota strongly recommends that:
The driver sit as far back as pos-
sible from the steering wheel while still maintaining control of the ve­hicle.
The front passenger sit as far back
as possible from the dashboard.
All vehicle occupants be properly
restrained using the available seat belts.
This indicator comes on when the igni­tion key is turned to the “ON” position. It goes off after about 6 seconds. This means the SRS front airbags are oper­ating properly.
This warning light system monitors the airbag sensor assembly, front airbag sen­sors, side airbag sensors, driver’s seat position sensor, driver’s seat belt buckle switch, front seat belt pretensioner assem­blies, inflators, warning light, interconnect­ing wiring and power sources. (For details, see “Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers” on page 85 in Section 1–5.)
SRS driver airbag and front passenger airbag
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The SRS front airbag system is de­signed to activate in response to a se­vere frontal impact within the shaded area between the arrows in the illustra­tion.
The SRS front airbags will deploy if the severity of the impact is above the de­signed threshold level, comparable to an approximate 25 km/h (15 mph) collision when impacting s traight into a fixed barr ier that does not move or deform.
If the severity of the impact is below the above threshold level, the SRS front air­bags may not deploy.
However, this threshold velocity will be considerably higher if the vehicle strikes an object, such as a parked vehicle or sign pole, which can move or deform on impact, or if it is involved in an underride collision (e.g. a collision in which the nose of the vehicle “underrides”, or goes under, the bed of a truck, etc.).
For the safety of all occupants, always wear your seat belts properly.
Collision from the rear
Collision from the side
Vehicle rollover
The SRS front airbags are not designed to inflate if the vehicle is involved in a side or rear collision, if it rolls over, or if it is involved in a low–speed frontal collision.
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Hitting a curb, edge of pavement or hard material
Falling into or jumping over a deep hole
Landing hard or vehicle falling
The SRS front airbags may deploy if a serious impact occurs to the underside of your vehicle. Some examples are shown in the illustration.
The SRS airbag system consists mainly of the following components, and their loca­tions are shown in the illustration.
1. Front airbag sensors
2. Airbag module for front passenger (airbag and inflator)
3. Driver’s seat belt buckle switch
4. Driver’s seat position sensor
5. Airbag sensor assembly
6. Airbag module for driver (airbag and inflator)
7. SRS warning light
The airbag sensor assembly consists of a safing sensor and airbag sensor.
In a severe frontal impact, the sensor de­tects deceleration and the system triggers the airbag inflators. At this time a chemi­cal reaction in the inflators quickly fills the airbags with non–toxic gas t o help restr ain the forward motion of the occupants.
When the airbags inflate, they produce a fairly loud noise and release some smoke and residue along with non–toxic gas. This does not indicate a fire. This gas is nor­mally harmless; however, for those who have delicate skin, it may cause a minor skin irritation. Be sure to wash off any residue as soon as possible to prevent any potential skin irritation.
Deployment of the airbags happens in a fraction of a second, so the airbags must inflate with considerable force. While the system is designed to reduce serious inju­ries, it may also cause minor burns or abrasions and swelling.
Parts of the ai rbag module (steering wheel hub, dashboard) may be hot for several minutes, but the airbags themselves will not be hot. The airbags are designed to inflate only once.
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A crash severe enough to inflate the air­bags may break the windshield as the vehicle buckles. In vehicles with a pas­senger airbag the windshield may also be damaged by absorbing some of the force of the inflating airbag.
CAUTION
The SRS airbag system is designed
only as a supplement to the prima­ry protection of the driver side and front passenger side seat belt sys­tems. The front seat occupants can be killed or seriously injured by the inflating airbags if they do not wear the available seat belts properly. During sudden braking just before a collision, an unrestrained driver or front passenger can move for­ward into direct contact with or close proximity to the airbag which may then deploy during the colli­sion. To ensure maximum protection in an accident, the driver and all passengers in the vehicle must wear their seat belts properly. Wear­ing a seat belt properly during an accident reduces the chances of death or serious injury or being thrown out of the vehicle. For in­structions and precautions concern­ing the seat belt system, see “Seat belts” on page 32 in this section.
Improperly seated and/or restrained
infants and children can be killed or seriously injured by the deploy­ing front airbags. An infant or child who is too small to use a seat belt should be properly secured using a child restraint system. Toyota strongly recommends that all in­fants and children be placed in the rear seat of the vehicle and proper­ly restrained. The rear seat is the safest for infants and children. For instructions concerning the installa­tion of a child restraint system, see “Child restraint” on page 53 in this section.
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Never install a rear–facing child re-
straint system on the front passen­ger seat because the force of the rapid inflation of the front passen­ger airbag can cause death or seri­ous injury to the child.
Move seat fully back
A for ward–facing child rest raint sys-
tem should be allowed to be installed on the front passenger seat only when it is unavoidable. Always move the seat as far back as possible, because the force of the deploying front passenger air­bag could cause death or serious injury to the child.
On vehicles with side airbags, do
not allow the child to lean against the front door or around the front door even if the child is seated in the child restraint system. It is dan­gerous if the side airbags inflate, because the impact could cause death or serious injury to the child.
For instructions concerning the
installation of a child restraint sys­tem, see “Child restraint” on page 53 in this section.
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Do not sit on the edge of the seat
or lean over the dashboard when the vehicle is in use, since the front airbags inflate with consider­able speed and force. Otherwise, you may be killed or seriously in­jured. Sit up straight and well back in the seat, and always use your seat belt properly.
Do not allow a child to stand up or
to kneel on the front passenger seat, since the front airbag inflates with considerable speed and force. Otherwise, the child may be killed or seriously injured.
Do not hold a child on your lap or
in your arms. Use a child restraint system in the rear seat. F or instruc­tions concerning the installation of a child restraint system, see “Child restraint” on page 53 in this sec­tion.
Do not put objects or your pets on
or in front of the dashboard or steering wheel pad that houses the front airbag system. They might re­strict inflation or cause death or serious injury as they are projected rearward by the force of deploying airbags. Likewise, the driver and front passenger should not hold ob­jects in their arms or on their knees.
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Do not modify or remove any wir-
ing. Do not modify, remove, strike or open any components such as the steering wheel pad, steering wheel, column cover, front passen­ger airbag cover, front passenger airbag or airbag sensor assembly. Doing so may cause sudden SRS front airbag inflation or disable the system, which could result in death or serious injury.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious injury. Consult your Toyota dealer about any repairs and modifications.
NOTICE
Do not perform any of the following changes without consulting your Toyota dealer. Such changes can interfere with proper operation of the SRS front airbag system in some cases.
Installation of electronic devices such as a mobile two–way radio, cassette tape player or compact disc player
Modification of the suspension sys­tem
Modification of the front end struc­ture
Attachment of a grille guard (bull bar, kangaroo bar, etc.), snowplow, winches or any other equipment to the front end
Repairs made on or near the front fenders, front end structure, con­sole, steering column, steering wheel or dashboard near the front passenger airbag
This SRS front airbag system has a ser­vice reminder indicator to inform the driver of operating problems. If either of the fol­lowing conditions occurs, this indicates a malfunction of the airbags. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to ser­vice the vehicle.
The light does not come on when the
ignition key is turned to the “ON” posi­tion, or the light remains on.
The light comes on while driving.
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In the following cases, contac t your Toy ota dealer as soon as possible:
The SRS front airbags have been in-
flated.
The front of the vehicle (shaded in the
illustration) was involved in an acci dent that was not severe enough to cause the SRS front airbags to inflate.
The pad section of the steering wheel
or front passenger airbag cover (shaded in the illustration) is scratc hed, cracked, or otherwise damaged.
NOTICE
Do not disconnect the battery cables before contacting your Toyota dealer.
The SRS (Supplemental Restraint Sys­tem) side airbags are designed to pro­vide further protection for the driver and front passenger in addition to the primary safety protection provided by the seat belts.
In response to a severe side impact, the SRS side airbags work together with the seat belts to help reduce injury by inflat­ing. The SRS side airbags help to reduce injuries mainly to the driver’s or front pas­senger’s chest. The SRS side airbag on the passenger seat is activated even with no passenger in the front seat.
Be sure to wear your seat belt properly.
SRS side airbags
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Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module, which will record the use of the seat belt restraint system by the driver and front passenger when the SRS side airbags are inflated.
CAUTION
SRS side airbags inflate with consid­erable force. To avoid potential death or serious injury when they inflate, the driver and front passenger must:
Wear their seat belts properly.Remain properly seated with their
back upr ight and against the seat at all times.
This indicator comes on when the igni­tion key is turned to the “ON” position. It goes off after about 6 seconds. This means the SRS side airbags are operat­ing properly.
This warning light system monitors the airbag sensor assembly, front airbag sen­sors, side airbag sensors, driver’s seat position sensor, driver’s seat belt buckle switch, front seat belt pretensioner assem­blies, inflators, warning light, interconnect­ing wiring and power sources. (For details, see “Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers” on page 85 in Section 1–5.)
The SRS side airbag system may not activate if the vehicle is subjected to a collision from the side at certain angles, or a collision to the side of the vehicle body other than the passenger compartment as shown in the illustra­tion.
The SRS side airbags are designed to inflate when the passenger compartment area suffers a severe impact from the side.
For the safety of all occupants, always wear your seat belts properly.
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Collision from the rear
Collision from the front
Vehicle rollover
The SRS side airbags are not designed to inflate if the vehicle is involved in a front or rear collision, if it rolls over, or if it is involved in a low–speed side collision.
The SRS side airbag system consists mainly of the following components, and their locations are shown in the illustra­tion.
1. SRS warning light
2. Side airbag modules (airbag and inflator)
3. Side airbag sensors
4. Airbag sensor assembly
The SRS side airbag system is controlled by the airbag sensor assembly. The airbag sensor assembly consists of a safing sen­sor and airbag sensor.
In a severe side impact, the side airbag sensor triggers the side airbag inflators. At this time a chemical reaction in the inflators quickly fills the airbags with non– toxic gas to help restrain the lateral mo­tion of the occupants.
When the airbags inflate, they produce a fairly loud noise and release some smoke and residue along with non–toxic gas. This does not indicate a fire. This gas is nor­mally harmless; however, for those who have delicate skin, it may cause a minor skin irritation. Be sure to wash off any residue as soon as possible to prevent any potential skin irritation.
Deployment of the airbags happens in a fraction of a second, so the airbags must inflate with considerable force. While the system is designed to reduce serious inju­ries, it may also cause minor burns or abrasions and swelling.
Front seats may be hot for several min­utes, but the airbags themselves will not be hot. The airbags are designed to inf late only once.
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CAUTION
The SRS side airbag system is de-
signed only as a supplement to the primary protection of the driver side and front passenger side seat belt systems. To ensure maximum protection in an accident, the driver and all passengers in the vehicle must wear their seat belts properly. Wearing a seat belt properly during an accident reduces the chances of death or serious injury or being thrown out of the vehicle. For instructions and precautions con­cerning the seat belt system, see “Seat belts” on page 32 in this sec­tion.
Improperly seated and/or restrained
infants and children can be killed or seriously injured by the deploy­ing airbags. An infant or child who is too small to use a seat belt should be properly secured using a child restraint system. Toyota strongly recommends that all in­fants and children be placed in the rear seat of the vehicle and proper­ly restrained. The rear seat is the safest for infants and children. For instructions concerning the installa­tion of a child restraint system, see “Child restraint” on page 53 in this section.
Do not allow a child to lean his/her
head or any part of his/her body against the front door or the area of the seat from which the side air­bag deploys even if he/she is seated in the child restraint system. It is dangerous if the side airbag inflates, and the impact could cause death or serious injury to the child. For instructions concerning the installation of a child restraint sys­tem, see “Child restraint” on page 53 in this section.
Do not lean against the front door
when the vehicle is in use, since the side airbag inflates with consid­erable speed and force. Otherwise, you may be killed or be seriously injured. Spacial care should be tak­en especially when you have a small child in the vehicle.
Sit up straight and well back in the
seat, distr ibuting your weight evenly in the seat. Do not apply excessive weight to the outer side of the front seats on vehicles with side airbags.
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Do not attach a cup holder or any
other device or object on or around the door. When the side airbag in­flates, the cup holder or any other device or object will be thrown with great force or the side airbag may not activate correctly, resulting in death or serious injury. Likewise, the driver and front passenger should not hold objects in their arms or on their knees.
Do not use seat accessories which
cover the parts where the side air­bags inflate. Such accessories may prevent the side airbags from acti­vating correctly, causing death or serious injury.
Do not modify or replace the seats
or upholstery of front seats with side airbags. Such changes may disable the system or cause the side airbags to inflate accidentally, resulting in death or serious injury.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious injury. Consult your Toyota dealer about any repairs and modifications.
NOTICE
Do not perform any of the following changes without consulting your Toyota dealer. Such changes can interfere with proper operation of the SRS side airbag system in some cases.
Installation of electronic devices such as a mobile two–way radio, cassette tape player or compact disc player
Modification of the suspension sys­tem
Modification of the side structure of the passenger compartment
Repairs made on or near the con­sole or front seat
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This SRS side airbag system has a service reminder indicator to inform the driver of operating problems. If either of the following conditions occurs, this indicates a malfunction of the airbags. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle.
The light does not come on when the
ignition key is turned to the “ON” posi­tion, or the light remains on.
The light comes on or flashes while
driving.
In the following cases, contac t your Toy ota dealer as soon as possible:
The SRS side airbags have been in-
flated.
The porti on of the doors (s haded in the
illustration) was involved in an acci dent that was not severe enough to cause the SRS side airbags to inflate.
The surface of the seats with the side
airbag (shaded in the illustration) is scratched, cracked, or otherwise dam­aged.
NOTICE
Do not disconnect the battery cables before contacting your Toyota dealer.
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Toyota strongly urges the use of child restraint systems for children small enough to use them.
The laws of all 50 states in the U.S.A. and Canada now require the use of a child restraint system.
Your vehicle conforms to SAE J1819. If a child is too large for a child restraint
system, the child should sit in the rear seat and must be restrained using the vehicle’s seat belt. See “Seat belts” on page 32 for details.
CAUTION
For effective protection in automo-
bile accidents and sudden stops, a child must be properly restrained, using a seat belt or child restraint system depending on the age and size of the child. Holding a child in your arms is not a substitute for a child restraint system. In an acci­dent, the child can be crushed against the windshield, or between you and the vehicle’s interior.
Toyota strongly urges use of a
proper child restraint system which conforms to the size of the child, installed on the rear seat. Accord­ing to accident statistics, the child is safer when properly restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat.
Never install a rear–facing child re-
straint system on the front seat. In the event of an accident, the force of the rapid inflation of the airbag can cause death or serious injury if a rear–facing child restraint system is installed on the front seat.
Unless it is unavoidable, do not
install a forward–facing child re­straint system on the front seat.
A for ward–facing child rest raint sys-
tem should be allowed to be installed on the front passenger seat only when it is unavoidable. Always move the seat as far back as possible, because the force of the deploying front passenger air­bag could cause death or serious injury to the child.
On vehicles with side airbags, do
not allow the child to lean against the front door or around the front door even if the child is seated in the child restraint system. It is dan­gerous if the side airbags inflate, because the impact could cause death or serious injury to the child.
Make sure that you have complied
with all installation instructions pro­vided by the child restraint manufacturer and t hat the system is properly secured.
Child restraint— —Child restraint precautions
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A child restraint system for a small child or baby must itself be properly restrained on the seat with the lap por­tion of the lap/shoulder belt. You must carefully consult the manufacturer’s instructions which accompany the child restraint system.
To provide proper restraint, use a child restraint system following the manufactur­er’s instructions about the appropriate age and size of the child for the child restraint system.
Install the child restraint system correctly following the instructions provided by its manufacturer. General directions are also provided under the following illustrations.
The child restraint system should be installed on the rear seat. According to accident statistics, the child is safer when properly restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat.
CAUTION
Never install a rear–facing child re-
straint system on the front seat. In the event of an accident, the force of the rapid inflation of the airbag can cause death or serious injury if a rear–facing child restraint system is installed on the front seat.
Unless it is unavoidable, do not
install a forward–facing child re­straint system on the front seat.
A for ward–facing child rest raint sys-
tem should be allowed to be installed on the front passenger seat only when it is unavoidable. Always move the seat as far back as possible, because the force of the deploying front passenger air­bag could cause death or serious injury to the child.
On vehicles with side airbags, do
not allow the child to lean against the front door or around the front door even if the child is seated in the child restraint system. It is dan­gerous if the side airbags inflate, because the impact could cause death or serious injury to the child.
After installing the child restraint
system, make sure it is secured in place following the manufacturer’s instructions. If it is not restrained securely, it may cause death or se­rious injury to the child in the event of a sudden stop or accident.
When not using the child restraint system, keep it secured with the seat belt or place it in the trunk or somewhere other than the passenger compartment. This will pre­vent it from injuring passengers in the event of a sudden stop or accident.
—Child restraint system
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Child restraint systems are classified into the following 3 types depending on the child’s age and size.
(A) Infant seat (B) Convertible seat (C) Boos ter seat
Install the child restraint system following the instructions provided by its manufac­turer.
Your vehicle has anchor brackets for se­curing the top strap of a child restraint system.
For instructions about how to use the an­chor bracket, see “—Using a top strap” on page 65 in this section.
The child restraint lower anchorages ap­proved for your vehicle may also be used. See “—Installation with child restraint low­er anchorages” o n p age 67 in this section.
(A) Infant seat
(B) Convertible seat
(C) Booster seat
—Types of child restraint system
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(A) I NFANT SEAT INSTALLATION An infant seat is used in rear–facing
position only.
CAUTION
Never install a rear–facing child re-
straint system on the front passen­ger seat because the force of the rapid inflation of the front passen­ger airbag can cause death or seri­ous injury to the child.
Do not install a child restraint sys-
tem on the rear seat if it interferes with the lock mechanism of the front seats. This can cause death or serious injury to a child and front passenger in case of a sudden braking or collision.
If the driver’s seat position does
not allow sufficient space for safe installation, install the child re­straint system on the rear right seat.
—Installation with 3–point type seat belt
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1. Run the lap and shoulder belt through or around the infant seat following the instructions provided by its manufactur­er and insert the tab into the buckle taking care not to twist the belt. Keep the lap portion of the belt tight.
CAUTION
After inserting the tab, make sure
that the tab and buckle are locked, and the lap and shoulder portions of the belt are not twisted.
Do not insert coins, clips, etc. in
the buckle as this may prevent you from properly latching the tab and buckle.
If the seat belt does not function
normally, it cannot protect your child from injury. Contact your Toyota dealer immediately. Do not use the child restraint system until the seat belt is fixed.
2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it in the lock mode. When the belt is then retracted even slightly, it cannot be extended.
To hold the infant seat securely, make sure the belt is in the lock mode before letting the belt retract.
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3. While pressing the infant seat firmly against the seat cushion and seatback, let the shoulder belt retract as far as it will go to hold the infant seat secure­ly.
CAUTION
Push and pull the child restraint sys­tem in different directions to make sure it is secure. Follow all the installation instructions provided by its manufacturer.
4. To remove the infant seat, press the buckle–release button and allow the belt to retract completely. The belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or older child passen­ger.
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(B) CONVERTI BLE SEAT INSTALLATION A convertible seat is used in forward–
facing or rear–facing position depend­ing on the child’s age and size. When installing, follow the manufacturer’s in­structions about the applicable child’s age and size as well as directions for installing the child restraint system.
CAUTION
Never install a rear–facing child re-
straint system on the front passen­ger seat because the force of the rapid inflation of the front passen­ger airbag can cause death or seri­ous injury to the child.
Move seat fully back
A for ward–facing child rest raint sys-
tem should be allowed to be installed on the front passenger seat only when it is unavoidable. Always move the seat as far back as possible, because the force of the deploying front passenger air­bag could cause death or serious injury to the child.
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On vehicles with side airbags, do
not allow the child to lean against the front door or around the front door even if the child is seated in the child restraint system. It is dan­gerous if the side airbags inflate, because the impact could cause death or serious injury to the child.
Do not install a child restraint sys-
tem on the rear seat if it interferes with the lock mechanism of the front seats. This can cause death or serious injury to a child and front passenger in case of a sudden braking or collision.
If the driver’s seat position does
not allow sufficient space for safe installation, install the child re­straint system on the rear right seat.
1. Run the lap and shoulder belt through or around the convertible seat following the instructions provided by its manufacturer and insert the tab into the buckle taking care not to twist the belt. Keep the lap portion of the belt tight.
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CAUTION
After inserting the tab, make sure
that the tab and buckle are locked, and the lap and shoulder portions of the belt are not twisted.
Do not insert coins, clips, etc. in
the buckle as this may prevent you from properly latching the tab and buckle.
If the seat belt does not function
normally, it cannot protect your child from injury. Contact your Toyota dealer immediately. Do not use the child restraint system until the seat belt is fixed.
2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it in the lock mode. When the belt is then retracted even slightly, it cannot be extended.
To hold the convertible seat securely, make sure the belt is in the lock mode before letting the belt retract.
3. While pressing the convertible seat firmly against the seat cushion and seatback, let the shoulder belt retract as far as it will go to hold the convert­ible seat securely.
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CAUTION
Push and pull the child restraint sys­tem in different directions to make sure it is secure. Follow all the installation instructions provided by its manufacturer.
4. To remove the convertible seat, press the buckle–release button and allow the belt to retract completely. The belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or older child passen­ger.
(C) BOOSTER SEAT INSTALLATION A booster seat is used in forward–fac-
ing position only.
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Move seat fully back
CAUTION
A for ward–facing child rest raint sys-
tem should be allowed to be installed on the front passenger seat only when it is unavoidable. Always move the seat as far back as possible, because the force of the deploying front passenger air­bag could cause death or serious injury to the child.
On vehicles with side airbags, do
not allow the child to lean against the front door or around the front door even if the child is seated in the child restraint system. It is dan­gerous if the side airbags inflate, because the impact could cause death or serious injury to the child.
1. Sit the child on a booster seat. Run the lap and shoulder belt through or around the booster seat and child fol­lowing the instructions provided by its manufacturer and insert the tab into the buckle taking care not to twist the belt.
Make sure the shoulder belt is correctly across the child’s shoulder and that the lap belt is positioned as low as possible on child’s hips. See “Seat belts” on page 32 for details.
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CAUTION
Always make sure the shoulder belt
is positioned across the center of child’s shoulder. The belt should be kept away from child’s neck, but not falling off child’s shoulder. Fail­ure to do so could reduce the amount of protection in an accident and cause serious injuries in a col­lision.
Both high–positioned lap belts and
loose–fitting belts could cause seri­ous injuries due to sliding under the lap belt during a collision or other unintended result. Keep the lap belt positioned as low on a child’s hips as possible.
For child’s safety, do not place the
shoulder belt under child’s arm.
After inserting the tab, make sure
that the tab and buckle are locked, and the lap and shoulder portions of the belt are not twisted.
Do not insert coins, clips, etc. in
the buckle as this may prevent your child from properly latching the tab and buckle.
If the seat belt does not function
normally, it cannot protect your child from injury. Contact your Toyota dealer immediately. Do not use the child restraint system until the seat belt is fixed.
2. To remove the booster seat, press the buckle–release button and allow the belt to retract.
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Follow the procedure below for a child restraint system that requires the use of a top strap.
Anchor brackets
Symbol
Use the anchor bracket on the package tray behind the rear seat to attach the top strap.
Anchor brackets are installed for each rear seating position.
This symbol indicates the location of the anchor brackets.
TO USE THE ANCHOR BRACKET:
1. Outside anchor brackets only— Remove the head restraint.
—Using a top strap
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