Toyota Celica 1997 Owner's Manual

Foreword

Welcome to the growing group of value-conscious people who drive Toyotas. We are proud of the advanced engineering and quality construction of each vehicle we build.

This Owner’s Manual explains the features of your new Toyota. Please read it and follow the instructions carefully so that you can enjoy many years of safe motoring.

When it comes to service, remember that your Toyota dealer knows your vehicle best and is interested in your complete satisfaction. He will provide quality maintenance and any other assistance you may require.

Please leave this Owner’s Manual in this vehicle at the time of resale. The next owner will need this information also.

All information and specifications in this manual are current at the time of printing. However, because of Toyota’s policy of continual product improvement, we reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice.

Please note that this manual applies to all models and explains all equipment, including options. Therefore, you may find some explanations for equipment not installed on your vehicle.

TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION

part, without the written permission of Toyota Motor Corporation.

New vehicle warranty

Your new vehicle is covered by the following Toyota limited warranties:

 New vehicle warranty  Emission control systems warranty  Others

For further information, please refer to the separate “Owner’s Guide”, “Owner ’s Manual Supplement” or “Warranty Booklet”.

Your responsibility for maintenance

It is the owner’s responsibility to make sure that the specified maintenance is performed. Part 6 gives details of these maintenance requirements. Also included in Part 6 is general maintenance. For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to the separate “Owner’s Manual Supplement/Maintenance Schedule”.

Accessories, spare parts and

modification of your Toyota

A wide variety of non genuine spare parts and accessories for Toyota vehicles are currently available in the market. You should know that Toyota does not warrant these products and is not responsible either for their performance, repair or replacement, or for any damage they may cause to, or adverse effect they may have on, your Toyota vehicle.

This vehicle should not be modified with non genuine Toyota products. Modification with non genuine Toyota products could affect its performance, safe t y o r durability, and may even violate governmental regulations. In addition, damage or performance problems resulting from the modification may not be covered under warranty.

Spark ignition system of your Toyota

The spark ignition system in your T oyota meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Standard.

Installation of a mobile

two-way radio system

As the installation of a mobile two-way radio system in your vehicle could affect electronic systems such as multiport fuel injection systems/sequential multiport fuel injection system, cruise control system, antilock brake system and SRS airbag system, be sure to check with your Toyota dealer for precautionary measures or special instructions regarding installation.

Scrapping of your Toyota

The SRS airbag device in your Toyota contains explosive chemicals. If the vehicle is scrapped with the airbags left as they are, it may cause an accident such as a fire. Be sure to have the SRS airbag system removed and disposed of by a qualified service shop or by your Toyota dealer before you dispose of your vehicle.

Quick index

 If a service reminder indicator or warning buzzer comes on 61. . . . .

 If your vehicle will not start 137. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

 If your engine stalls while driving 140. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

 If your vehicle overheats 140, 141. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

 If you have a flat tire 142. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

 If your vehicle needs to be towed 149. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

 Tips for driving during break- in period 115. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

 How to start the engine 127. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

 General maintenance 164. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

 Complete index 213. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Gas station information

Fuel type:

7A- FE engine—UNLEA DED gas oline, R esearc h Oc tane Number 91 (Oct ane Rating 87) or higher.

5S- FE engine—UNLEA DED gas oline, R esearc h Oc tane Number 91 (Oct ane Rating 87) or higher. For improved vehicle perf ormance, t he use of premium unleaded gasoline with a Research Octane Number of 96 (Octane Rating

91) or higher is recommended. See page 115 for detailed information.

Fuel tank capacity:

60 L (15.9 gal., 13.2 lmp. gal.)

Engine oil:

API SH, ’’Energy - Conservi ng II’’ multigrade engine oil or ILSA C m ultigrade engine oil is recommended.

See page 178 for detailed information.

Tire information: See pages 181 through 186. Tire pressure: See page 208.

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Part 1

OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS—

Chapter 1-1 Overview of instruments and controls

 Instrument panel overview  Instrument cluster overview  Indicator symbols on the

instrument panel

Instrument panel overview

1. Side vent

2. Side defroster outlet

3. Instrument cluster

4. Personal lights

5. Electric moon roof switches and interior lights

6. Glovebox

7. Power window switch and power door lock switch

8. Ashtray

9. Cup holder

10. Parking brake lever

11. Manual transmission gear shift lever or automatic transmission

selector lever

12. Lower vent

13. Hood lock release lever

14. Power window switches and power door lock switch

15. Power rear view mirror control switch (with power windows)

1. Headlight and turn signal switch

2. Wiper and washer switches

3. Emergency flasher switch

4. Clock

5. Center vents

6. Car audio

7. Miscellany box

8. Air conditioning controls

9. Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers switch

10. Coupe and liftback— Power rear view mirror control switch (without power windows) Convertible— Convertible top control switch and quarter window control switches

11. Cigarette lighter

12. Ignition switch

13. Cruise control switch

14. Tilt steering lock release lever

15. Instrument panel light control knob

Instrument cluster overview

1. Service reminder indicators or indicator lights

2. Tachometer

3. Odometer and two trip meters

4. Engine coolant temperature gauge

5. Fuel gauge

6. Trip meter

7. Trip meter reset knob

8. Speedometer

Indicator symbols on the instrument panel

Brake system warning light *

Seat belt reminder light*

Discharge warning light*

Low oil pressure warning light*

Malfunction indicator light*

Low fuel level warning light *

Anti-lock brake system warning light *

Open door warning light*

SRS airbag warning light*

Turn signal indicator lights

Headlight high beam indicator light

Over-drive indicator light

Cruise control indicator light*

*1: For details, see “Service reminder indicators and warning

buzzers” in Chapter 1-5.

*2: If this light flashes, see “Cruise control” in Chapter 1-6.

Part 1

OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS—

Chapter 1-2 Keys and Doors

 Keys  Side doors  Power windows  Trunk lid/Back door  Hood  Fuel tank cap  Electric moon roof  Convertible top

Keys

Your vehicle is supplied with two kinds of key.

1 Master key—This key works in every lock.

2 Subkey—This key is for side doors. To protect things locked in the glovebox,

trunk or luggage compartment when you have your vehicle parked, leave the subkey with the attendant.

Since the side doors, trunk lid and back door 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 of if you need additional keys, duplicates can be made by a Toyota dealer using the key number.

You should also put a copy of the key number with your important papers.

Side doors

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. Both side doors lock and unlock simulta-

neously with either side door. In the driver’s door lock, turning the key once will unlock the driver’s door and twice in succession will unlock both side doors simultaneously.

LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH INSIDE LOCK KNOB

Move the lock knob.

To lock: Push the knob forward. To unlock: Pull the knob backward. Closing the side door with the lock knob in

the lock position will also lock the side door. Be careful not to lock your keys in the vehicle.

Vehicles with power door lock system— The side door cannot be locked if you leave the key in the ignition switch.

Driver’s side

Passenger’s side

LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH

Push the switch.

To lock: Push the switch on the front side. To unlock: Push the switch on the rear

side Both doors lock or unlock simultaneously.

CAUTION

Before driving, be sure that the side doors are closed and locked, especially when small children are in the vehicle. Along with the proper use of seat belts, locking the side doors helps prevent the driver and passengers from being thrown out from the vehicle during an accident. It also helps prevent the side doors from being opened unintentionally.

Power windows— —Power window precautions —Side windows

CAUTION

To avoid serious personal injury, you must do the following.  Always make sure the head, hands

and other parts of the body of all occupants are kept completely inside the vehicle before you close the power windows. If someone’s neck, head or hands gets caught in a closing window, it could result in serious in a serious injury. When anyone closes the power windows, be sure that they operate 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 button 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 become involved in serious accidents.

The windows can be operated with the switch on each side door.

The power windows work when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. However, if both side doors are closed, they work for 60 seconds even after the ignition switch is turned off. They stop working when either side door is opened.

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 pull down the switch. To close: Push up the switch.

Automatic operation (to open only):

Pull the switch completely down and then release it. The window will fully open. To stop the window partway, lightly push the switch up and then release it.

OPERATING THE PASSENGERS’ WINDOWS

Use the switch on each passenger’s door. The driver’s door also has a switch that controls the passengers’ window.

The window moves as long as you hold the switch.

To open: Pull down the switch. To close: Push up the switch. If you push in the window lock button on

the driver’s door, the passenger’s window cannot be operated.

Convertible models—The windows lock button also locks the quarter windows.

For front passenger’s use

For driver’s use

—Quarter windows (convertible)

Trunk li d ( c oupe and convertible)/ Back door (liftback)—

—Lock release lever

The windows can be operated with switches on the center console.

The windows move as long as you hold the switch.

To open: Push on the lower side of the switch.

To close: Push on the upper side of the switch.

To open the trunk lid or back door from the outside, insert the master key and turn it clockwise.

See “Luggage stowage precautions” in Part 2 for precautions to observe in loading luggage. To close the trunk lid or back door, lower it and press down on it. After closing the trunk lid or back door, try pulling it up to make sure it is securely closed.

CAUTION

Keep the trunk lid or back door 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 or back door from the driver’s seat, pull up on the lock release lever.

—Luggage security system Hood

This system deactivates the lock release lever so that things locked in the trunk or luggage compartment can be protected.

1. (Except convertible) Push down the security lock levers to lock the rear seatbacks.

After locking the rear seatbacks, try folding them down to make sure they are securely locked—otherwise, someone could get into the trunk or luggage compartment by folding down a rear seat.

2. After closing the trunk lid or back door, insert the master key and turn it counterclockwise to deactivate the lock release lever.

After closing the trunk lid or back door, try pulling it up to make sure it is securely locked.

To open the hood, do the following.

1. Pull the hood lock release lever. The hood will spring up slightly.

Fuel tank cap

2. In front of the vehicle, pull up on the auxiliary catch lever and lift the hood.

3. Hold the hood open by inserting the support rod into the slot.

Before closing the hood, check to see that you have not forgotten any tools, rags, etc. and return the support rod to its clipthis 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 security.

1. To open the fuel filler door, pull the lever up.

CAUTION

 Do not smoke, cause sparks or al-

low open flames when refuelling. 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.

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 has a builtin check valve to reduce fuel tank vacuum.

Electric moon roof

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.

Sliding operation

Tilting operation

To operate the moon roof, use the switches beside the interior light.

The moon roof works when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. However, if both side doors are closed, it works for 60 seconds even after the ignition switch is turned off. It stops working when either side door is opened. Sun shade operation— The sun shade can be opened or closed by hand. Sliding operation— To open: Push the switch on the “SLIDE” side. The sun shade will be opened together with the roof. To close: Push the switch on the opposite side of the “SLIDE” side. As a precaution when closing, the roof stops at the three-quarters 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: Push the switch on the ”opposite of the “UP” side. You may st op 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.  When the vehicle is moving, always

keep the head, hands and other parts of the body of all occupants away from the roof opening. Otherwise, you could be seriously injured if the vehicle stops suddenly or if the vehicle is involved in an accident.

 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 gets caught in the closing roof, it could result in a se r i ous 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 become involved in serious accidents.

 Never sit on top of the vehicle

around the roof opening.

Convertible top— —Convertible top precautions

CAUTION

 When raising or lowering the con-

vertible top, keep hands clear from the hinges of the top side rails and any part of the top linkage.

 The vehicle should never be driv-

en with the convertible top partially lowered. Make sure the top has been either fully latched to the windshield frame or fully lowered before driving.

NOTICE



Make sure there are no items or packages between the rear seatback and the convertible top storage area when raising or lowering the convertible top. Even small items may interfere with convertible top operation and can cause damage.



Do not sit or place excessive weight on the convertible top; when the top is up or down, damage to the top may result.



Do not raise or lower the convertible top when the temperature is below 5C (41 F), or damage to the top material or rear window may result. If necessary to do so, warm the vehicle in a heated garage prior to operating the convertible top mechanism.



Do not lower the convertible top if the top is damp or wet. Possible interior water damage, water stains or mildew of the top material may result.



When the convertible top is completely lowered, keep the rear window defogger turned off to avoid damage to the convertible top.

—Lowering the convertible top

LOWERING THE CONVERTIBLE TOP

The ignition switch must be in the “ON” position to operate the convertible top.

1. Lower all the side windows, quarter windows, and sun visors. Then pull the latch handles fully backward.

Before operating, make sure the manual control switch is not in the “MANUAL” position. (See “If the convertible top does not raise or lower” in Part 4.)

2. Push and hold the convertible top control switch on the “OPEN” side until the convertible top is completely lowered. Raise the sun visor.

INSTALLING THE TOP BOOT

The top boot is used to cover and conceal the completely lowered convertible top. It is in the trunk, and is stored in a plastic bag.

3. Place the top boot over the lowered convertible top. Then tuck its outer edge under the body moldings.

4. Secure the top boot snaps to the ones on the quarter trim.

5. Attach the fastener tape on the top boot to that on the rear seatback.

—Raising the convertible top

REMOVING THE TOP BOOT

1. Push the top boot backward to separate its f a s t ener tape from the tape behind the rear seatback.

2. Release the top boot snaps from the quarter trim.

3. Pull out the outer edge of the top boot from under the body moldings.

Put the removed top boot in the plastic bag and store it in the trunk.

RAISING THE CONVERTIBLE TOP

The ignition switch must be in the “ON” position to operate the convertible top.

4. Lower the sun visors. Check that all the side windows and quarter windows are lowered. Then push and hold the convertible top control switch on the “CLOSE” side until the top touches the windshield frame.

5. Push the latch handles fully forward till they are hooked.

Visually check that the latch handles are fully seated in the strikers. Also, pull on the convertible top side rails to make sure the top is securely hooked.

6. Raise all the side windows, quarter windows, and sun visors.

Part 1

OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS—

Chapter 1-3 Seats, Seat belts, Steering wheel and Mirrors

 Seats  Front seats  Fold-down rear seat  Head restraints  Seat belts  SRS airbags  Child restraint  Tilt steering wheel  Outside rear view mirrors  Anti-glare inside rear view

mirror

Seats

While the vehicle is being driven, all vehicle occupants should have the seatback upright, sit wel l back in the seat and properly wear the seat belt provided.

CAUTION

 Do not drive the vehicle unless the

occupants are properly seated. Do not allow sitting on top of a foldeddown seatback, or in the luggage compartment. Persons not properly seated and not 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.

Front seats— —Seat adjustment precautions

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

not to hit the seat against 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, exert

body pressure to make sure it is locked in position.

 Do not put objects under the seats

as they may interfere with the seatlock mechanism or unexpectedly push up the seat position adjusting lever; the seat may suddenly move, causing the driver to lose control of the vehicle.

 While adjusting the seat, do not put

your hands under the seat or near the moving parts. You may catch and injure your hands or fingers.

—Adjusting front seats

1. SEAT POSITION ADJUSTING LEVER

Pull the lever up. Then slide the seat to the desired position with slight body pressure and release the lever.

2. SEATBACK ANGLE ADJUSTING LEVER

Lean forward and pull the lever up. Then lean back to the desired angle and release the lever.

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. Therefore, in the event of a frontal collision, the risk of personal injury may increase with increasing recline of the seatback.

3. DRIVER’S SEAT CUSHION ANGLE ADJUSTING KNOB

Turn the knob either way.

—Moving passenger’s seat for rear seat entry

For easy access to the rear seat, do this.

1. Lift the seatback angle adjusting lever or press the pedal behind the seatback.

The seat will slide forward slightly.

2. Move the seat to the front-most position.

After passengers are in, lift up the seatback and return the seat until it locks.

Fold-down rear seat

CAUTION

 After putting back the seat, try

pushing the seat forward and rearward to make sure it is secured in place.

 Never allow anyone to rest their

foot on the release pedal while the vehicle is moving.

1. Pull up the seatback security lock lever 1 to the unlock position.

2. Pull up the lock release button 2.

3. Fold down the seatback.

Each seatback may be folded separately . This will enlarge the trunk room (coupe) or

luggage compartment (liftback) as far as the front seatbacks. See “Luggage stowage precautions” in Part 2 for precautions to observe in loading luggage.

CAUTION

When returning the seatback to the upright position:  Make sure the seat belts are not

twisted or caught in the seatback and are arranged in the proper position for ready to use.

 Make sure the seatback is securely

locked by pushing forward and rearward on the top of the seatback.

Head restraints

For your safety, adjust the head restraint before driving.

To raise: Pull it up. To lower: Push it down while pressing the

lock release button. On some models, you can also move the

head restraint forward or backward. If such adjustment is desired, pull or push the head restraint.

The head restraining is most effective when it is close to your head. Therefore, using a cu s h i o n o n t h e s e a t b a c k i s not recommended.

CAUTION

 Adjust the top o f t h e head restraint

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 restraints re-

moved.

Seat belts— —Seat belt precautions

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” 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 occurs and the seat belts are not worn properly, the force of the rapid inflation of the airbag may cause 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 during emergency braking or a collision. Also, do not let the child sit on your lap. It does not provide sufficient restraint.

Head restraints

For your safety, adjust the head restraint before driving.

To raise: Pull it up. To lower: Push it down while pressing the

lock release button. On some models, you can also move the

head restraint forward or backward. If such adjustment is desired, pull or push the head restraint.

The head restraining is most effective when it is close to your head. Therefore, using a cu s h i o n o n t h e s e a t b a c k i s not recommended.

CAUTION

 Adjust the top o f t h e head restraint

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 restraints re-

moved.

Seat belts— —Seat belt precautions

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” for details.

If the shoulder belt falls across the child’s neck or face, have the child sit slightly closer to the center of the vehicle so that the belt lays across the shoulder.

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 in the event of sudden braking or a collision.

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. (See 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 periodical-

ly. 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, use a mild soap solution or lukewarm water. Never use bleach, dye, or abrasive cleaners—they may severely weaken the belts.

 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.

 Front passenger’s seat only—Re-

place the belt if the warning label under the sleeve can be seen. The warning label, “REPLACE BELT”, will appear if the belt receives a severe impact or other force.

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Toyota Celica 1997 Owner's Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Foreword

Quick index