Toyota Corolla 2001 Owners Manual

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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.

©2000 TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION

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New vehicle warranty

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

D New vehicle warranty

D Emission control systems warranty

D Others

For further information, please refer to the Owner’s Warranty Information Booklet" or Owner’s Manual Supplement".

Your responsibility for maintenance

It is the owner’s responsibility to make sure that the specified maintenance is performed. Section 6 gives details of these maintenance requirements. Also included in Section 6 is general maintenance. For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide" or Owner’s Manual Supplement".

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 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, safety or durability, and may even violate governmental regulations. In addition, damage or performance problems resulting from the modification may not be covered under warranty.

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Spark ignition system of

your Toyota

The spark ignition system in your Toyota 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 system/sequential multiport fuel injection system, cruise control system, anti−lock brake system, SRS airbag system and seat belt pretensioner system, be sure to check with your Toyota dealer for precautionary measures or special instructions regarding installation.

Scrapping of your Toyota

The SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner devices in your Toyota contain explosive chemicals. If the vehicle is scrapped with the airbags and pretensioners left as they are, this may cause an accident such as fire. Be sure to have the systems of the SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner removed and disposed of by a qualified service shop or by your Toyota dealer before you dispose of your vehicle.

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Important information about this manual

Safety and vehicle damage warnings

In this manual, you will see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings. These are used in the following ways:

CAUTION

This is a warning against something which may cause injury to people if the warning is ignored. You are informed what you must or must not do in order to avoid or reduce the risk to yourself and other people.

NOTICE

This is a warning against something which may cause damage to the vehicle or its equipment if the warning is ignored. You are informed what you must or must not do in order to avoid or reduce the risk of damage to your vehicle and its equipment.

Safety symbol

In this manual, you will also see a circle with a slash through it. This means Do not", Do not do this", or Do not let this happen".

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SECTION 1− 1

OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS

Overview of instruments and controls

Instrument panel overview 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Instrument cluster overview 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Indicator symbols on the instrument pane 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Instrument panel overview

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1. Rear view mirror remote control levers

2. Side vents

3. Instrument cluster

4. Center vents

5. Electric moon roof switches

6. Personal light (with electric moon roof)

7. Personal lights (without electric moon roof)

8. Power door lock switches (without power windows)

9. Glove box

10. Power door lock switches (with power windows)

11. Power window switches

12. Automatic transmission selector lever or manual transmission gear shift lever

13. Parking brake lever

14. Cup holder

15. Power outlet

16. Hood lock release lever

17. Window lock switch

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1. Power rear view mirror control switch

2. Headlight, turn signal and front fog light switches

3. Wiper and washer switches

4. Emergency flasher switch

5. Clock

6. Car audio

7. Rear window defogger switch

8. Air conditioning controls

9. Auxiliary boxes

10. Cup holder

11. Cigarette lighter

12. Ashtray

13. Ignition switch

14. Cruise control switch

15. Tilt steering lock release lever

16. Instrument panel light control knob

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Instrument cluster overview

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1. Service reminder indicators and indicator lights

2. Engine coolant temperature gauge

3. Fuel gauge

4. Speedometer

5. Trip meter reset knob

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6. Odometer and two trip meters

"Type B

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1. Service reminder indicators and indicator lights

2. Tachometer

3. Speedometer

4. Fuel gauge

5. Trip meter reset knob

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6. Odometer and two trip meters

7. Outside temperature display

8. Engine coolant temperature gauge

"Type C

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1. Service reminder indicators and indicator lights

2. Tachometer

3. Speedometer

4. Fuel gauge

5. Trip meter reset knob

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6. Odometer and two trip meters

7. Outside temperature display

8. Engine coolant temperature gauge

Indicator symbols on the instrument panel

Brake system warning light

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Open door warning light

SRS warning light

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Seat belt reminder light

Discharge warning light

Malfunction indicator lamp

Low fuel level warning light

Low oil pressure warning light

Anti−lock brake system warning light

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: For details, see Service reminder indicators and warning

buzzers" in Section 1−5.

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: If this light flashes, see Cruise control" in Section 1−6.

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Low windshield washer fluid level warning

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light

Headlight high beam indicator light

Turn signal indicator lights

Overdrive−off indicator light

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Cruise control indicator light

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SECTION 1− 2

OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS

Keys and Doors

Keys 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Side doors 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Power windows 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Trunk lid 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Hood 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fuel tank cap 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Electric moon roof 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Keys

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 things locked in the trunk when you have your vehicle parked, leave the sub key with the attendant.

Since 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 you to write down the key number and keep it in safe place.

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.

Vehicles with power door lock systemAll the doors lock and unlock simultaneously 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.

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LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH INSIDE LOCK BUTTON

Move the lock button.

To lock: Push the button down. To unlock: Pull the button up.

Closing the door with the lock button 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The door cannot be locked if you leave the key in the ignition switch.

With power windows (driver’s side)

With power windows (passenger’s side)

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Without power windows

LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH

Push the switch.

Vehicles with power windows

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

Vehicles without power windows

To lock: Push the switch on the LOCK" side. To unlock: Push the switch on the opposite side of the LOCK" side.

All the doors lock or unlock simultaneously.

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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.

Power windows

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.

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

The power windows work when the ignition 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.

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Window lock 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.

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.

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CAUTION

To avoid serious personal injury, you must do the following.

D 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 a serious injury. When anyone closes the power windows, be sure that they operate the windows safely.

D 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.

D 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.

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

See Luggage stowage precautions" 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.

CAUTION

D 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.

D Always lock the trunk lid and all

doors, and keep away the vehicle keys out of children’s reaches.

D Never leave children unattended in

the vehicle. Unsupervised children may lock themselves in the vehicle or trunk and suffer serious injuries or death.

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Lock release lever

To open the trunk lid from the driver’s seat, pull up on the lock release lever.

Lock release lever cancelling system

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.

Internal trunk release handle

If a person is locked in the trunk, pull down the phosphorescent handle lever on the inside of trunk lid in case of emergency to open the trunk lid.

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Hood

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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.

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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 clipthis prevents rattles. Then lower the hood 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 from falling down on to your head or body.

Fuel tank cap

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This indicates that the fuel filler door is on the left side of your vehicle.

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

When refueling, turn off the engine.

CAUTION

D Do not smoke, cause sparks or al-

low open flames when refueling. The fumes are flammable.

D 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.

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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

D Make sure the cap is tightened se-

curely to prevent fuel spillage in case of an accident.

D Use only a genuine Toyota fuel tank

cap for replacement. It is designed to regulate fuel tank pressure.

Electric moon roof

Sliding operation

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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

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Tilting operation

To tilt up: Push the switch on the UP" side. To lower: Push 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 except to slide open.

CAUTION

To avoid serious personal injury, you must do the following.

D While 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.

D 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 serious injury. When anyone closes the roof, first make sure it is safe to do so.

D 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.

D Never sit on top of the vehicle

around the roof opening.

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SECTION 1− 3

OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS

Seats, Seat belts, Steering wheel and Mirrors

Seats 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Front seats 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fold−down rear seat 24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Head restraints 26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Seat belts 27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SRS driver and front passenger airbags 36. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SRS side airbags 43. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Child restraint 48. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tilt steering wheel 70. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Outside rear view mirrors 71. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Anti−glare inside rear view mirro 72. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Vanity mirror 73. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Seats

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

D 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. Persons not properly seated and/or properly restrained by seat belts can be severely injured in the event of emergency braking or a collision.

D 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.

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Front seats Front seat precautions (with SRS side airbags)

CAUTION

The SRS side airbags are installed in the driver and front passenger seats. Observe the following precautions.

D Do not lean against the front door

when the vehicle is in use. The side airbag inflates with considerable speed and force; you may be killed or seriously injured.

D Do not modify or replace the seats

or surface of the front seats with the side airbags. Such changes may disable the system or cause the side airbags to inflate, resulting in death or serious injury. Consult your Toyota dealer.

D Do not use accessories for the

seats which cover the parts where the side airbags should inflate. Such accessories may prevent the side airbags from activating correctly, causing death or serious injury.

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

D 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.

D When adjusting the seat, be careful

not to hit the seat against a passenger or luggage.

D After adjusting the seat position,

try sliding it forward and backward to make sure it is locked in position.

D After adjusting the seatback, exert

body pressure to make sure it is locked in position.

D Do not put objects under the seats.

The objects may interfere with the seat−lock mechanism or unexpectedly push up the seat position adjusting lever; the seat may suddenly move, causing the driver to lose control of the vehicle.

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D 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.

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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.

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Fold−down rear seat

(A) FOLDING DOWN REAR SEAT

1. To unlock the seatback, pull the lever in the trunk.

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2. Fold down the seatback.

Each seatback may be folded separately. On vehicles with built−in child restraint system, only the left seatback can be folded down.

This will enlarge the trunk as far as the seatbacks. See Luggage stowage precautions" in Section 2 for precautions in loading luggage.

CAUTION

When returning the seatback to the upright position:

D 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.

D Make sure the seatback is securely

locked by pushing forward and rearward on the top of the seatback. Failure to do so will prevent seat belt from operating properly.

NOTICE

Make sure the luggage loaded in the enlarged trunk will not damage the webbing of the rear center seat belt when the left seatback is folded down.

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CAUTION

Disconnect the rear center seat belt only under the above mentioned circumstances; do not disconnect it in other circumstances.

(B) PREVENTING DAMAGE TO REAR

CENTER SEAT BELT WEBBING

When folding down the left seatback, if the luggage loaded in the enlarged trunk will damage the webbing of the rear center seat belt, disconnect the rear center seat belt to prevent damage.

Insert the key into the hole (light gray) on the buckle to release tab 1 (light gray), and allow the belt to retract.

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Make sure the shoulder belt pass through the guide when returning the seatback up.

Before returning the seatback to the upright position, make sure to correctly connect the center seat belt for ready use.

Insert tab 1 (light gray) into the buckle with light gray buckle−release button.

You will hear a click when the tab locks into the buckle.

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CAUTION

D Be careful not to mix up the proper

match of tab and buckle. Do not insert tab 1 (light gray) into other buckle than the one with light gray buckle release button. (See Seat belts" in this section for proper matching of the buckles and tabs.)

D After inserting the tab, make sure

the tab and buckle are locked.

D Do not insert coins, clips, etc. in

the buckle as this may prevent you from properly latching the tab and buckle.

D Make sure the belt is not twisted or

caught in the seatback and that it is arranged in the proper position for ready use.

D If the seat belt does not function

normally, immediately contact your Toyota dealer.

Head restraints

Front

Rear

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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

D Adjust the center of the head re-

straint so that it is closest to the top of your ears.

D After adjusting the head restraint,

make sure it is locked in position.

D Do not drive with the head re-

straints removed.

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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 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 or death during emergency braking 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.

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Front and rear seat belts

When using the seat belts, observe the following:

D Use the belt for only one person at

a time. Do not use a single belt for two or more peopleeven children.

D 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.)

D 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.

D Inspect the belt system periodically.

Check for cuts, fraying, and loose parts. Damaged parts should be replaced. Do not disassemble or modify the system.

D 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. (See Cleaning the interior" in Section 5.)

D 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.

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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 cannot be extended. This feature is used to hold the child restraint system securely. (For details, see Child restraint" in this section.) To free the belt again, fully retract the belt and then pull the belt out once more.

CAUTION

D After inserting the tab, make sure

the tab and buckle are locked and that the belt is not twisted.

D Do not insert coins, clips, etc. in

the buckle as this may prevent you from properly latching the tab and buckle.

D 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.

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 injures in a collision.

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.

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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

D High−positioned lap belts and

loose−fitting belts both 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.

D For your safety, do not place the

shoulder belt under your arm.

To release the belt, press 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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CAUTION

Make sure the both buckles are correctly located and securely latched. Failure to properly match the buckle and tab may cause severe injury in case of an accident or a collision.

REAR CENTER SEAT BELT (WITH FOLD−DOWN SEAT)

The rear center seat belt is a 3−point type restraint with 2 buckles. Both seat belt buckles must be correctly located and securely latched for proper operation.

Make sure the buckle 1 (with light gray buckle−release button) is securely latched for ready use of the center seat belt.

The buckle 1 should be separated only when the rear left seatback is folded down, if the luggage loaded in the enlarged trunk will damage the webbing of the rear center seat belt. (See Fold−down rear seat" in this section for the instruction of how to correctly connect the seat belt.)

Two buckles and tabs for rear center seat belt

The two buckles for the rear center seat belt are distinguished with colors of the buckle release button. Also the two tabs have different shape for its end so that the belt is not buckled in the wrong place.

Buckle 1Properly matches with light

gray tab

Buckle 2Properly matches with interi-

or color tab

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CAUTION

Do not use the rear center seat belt with either buckle released. Fastening only the shoulder belt or lap belt may cause severe personal injury in case of sudden braking or a collision.

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Seat belt extender

If your seat belt cannot be fastened securely because it is 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. Failure to follow these instructions could result in less effectiveness of the seat belt restraint system in case of vehicle accident, increasing the chance of personal injury.

D Never use the seat belt extender if

you can fasten the seat belt without it.

D Remember that the extender pro-

vided for you may not be safe when used on a different vehicle, or for another person or at a different seating position than the one originally intended for.

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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 buckle−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.

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CAUTION

D After inserting the tab, make sure

the tab and buckle are locked and that the seat belt extender is not twisted.

D Do not insert coins, clips, etc. in

the buckle as this may prevent you from properly latching the tab and buckle.

D If the seat belt does not function

normally, immediately contact your Toyota dealer.

Front seat belt pretensioners

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 belt is quickly drawn back in by the retractor so that the belt snugly restrains the front seat occupants.

The seat belt pretensioners are activated even with no passenger in the front seat.

Collisions occurring at certain speeds and angles may cause the seat belt pretensioners and SRS airbags not to operate all together.

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This indicator comes on when the ignition key is turned to the ACC" or 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, seat belt pretensioner assemblies, warning light, interconnecting wiring and power sources. (For details, see Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers" in Section 1−5.)

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The seat belt pretensioner system mainly consists of the following components and their locations are shown in the illustration.

1. Front airbag sensors

2. SRS warning light

3. Seat belt pretensioner assemblies

4. Airbag sensor assembly

The seat belt pretensioner is controlled by the airbag sensor assembly. The airbag sensor assembly consists of a safing sensor and airbag sensor.

When a seat belt pretensioner is 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 seat belt pretensioner has been activated, the seat belt retractor remains locked.

CAUTION

Do not modify, remove, strike or open the front seat belt pretensioner assemblies, airbag sensor or surrounding area or wiring. Doing any of these may cause sudden operation of the front seat belt pretensioners or disable the system, which could result in serious injury.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious injuries.

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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 seat belt pretensioners in some cases.

z Installation of electronic devices

such as a mobile two−way radio, cassette tape player or compact disc player

z Repairs on or near the front seat

belt retractor assemblies

z Modification of the suspension sys-

tem

z Modification of the front end struc-

ture

z Attachment of a grille guard (bull

bar, kangaroo bar, etc.), snowplow, winches or any other equipment to the front end

z Repairs made on or near the front

fenders, front end structure or console

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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.

D The light does not come on when the

ignition key is turned to the ACC" or ON" position, or the light remains on.

D The light comes on or flashes while

driving.

D If either front seat belt does not retract

or can not be pulled out due to a malfunction or activation of the pretensioner.

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In the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible:

D The front seat belt pretensioner assem-

bly or surrounding area has been damaged.

D The front part of the vehicle (shaded

in the illustration) was involved in an accident that was not severe enough to cause the SRS airbags to inflate.

D The front seat belt pretensioner assem-

bly is scratched, cracked, or otherwise damaged.

SRS driver and front passenger airbags

The SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) 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 airbags work together with the seat belts to help reduce injury by inflating. The SRS airbags help to reduce injuries mainly to the driver’s or front passenger’s head or chest directly hitting the steering wheel or dashboard. The passenger airbag is activated even with no passenger in the front seat.

Be sure to wear your seat belt.

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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 when the SRS airbags inflated.

CAUTION

A driver or front passenger too close to the steering wheel or dashboard during airbag deployment can be killed or seriously injured. Toyota strongly recommends that:

D The driver sit as far back as pos-

sible from the steering wheel while still maintaining control of the vehicle.

D The front passenger sit as far back

as possible from the dashboard.

D All vehicle occupants be properly

restrained using the available seat belts.

This indicator comes on when the ignition key is turned to the ACC" or ON" position. It goes off after about 6 seconds. This means the SRS airbags are operating properly.

This warning light system monitors the airbag sensor assembly, front airbag sensors, inflators, warning light, interconnecting wiring and power sources. (For details, see Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers" in Section 1−5.)

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The SRS 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 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 straight into a fixed barrier that does not move or deform.

If the severity of the impact is below the above threshold level, the SRS airbags may not deploy.

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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.).

It is possible that in some collisions at the lower zone of airbag sensor detection and activation the SRS airbags and seat belt pretensioners will not operate all together.

For the safety of all occupants, always wear your seat belts.

Collision from the rear

Collision from the side

Vehicle rollover

The SRS 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

Landing hard or vehicle falling

The SRS airbags may deploy if a serious impact occurs to the underside of your vehicle. Some examples are shown in the illustration.

Falling into or jumping over a deep hole

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The SRS airbag system consists mainly of the following components, and their locations are shown in the illustration.

1. Front airbag sensors

2. SRS warning light

3. Airbag module for passenger (airbag and inflator)

4. Airbag sensor assembly

5. Airbag module for driver (airbag and inflator)

The airbag sensor assembly consists of a safing sensor and airbag sensor.

In a severe frontal impact, sensors detect deceleration and the system triggers the airbag inflators. Then a chemical reaction in the inflators quickly fills the airbags with non−toxic gas to help restrain 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 airbag 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

D 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 an inflating airbag if they do not wear the available seat belts. 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. Wearing a seat belt 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" in this section.

D Improperly seated and/or restrained

infants and children can be killed or seriously injured by a deploying airbag. 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" in this section.

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For instructions concerning the installation of a child restraint system, see Child restraint" in this section.

D Never put a rear−facing child re-

straint system on the front seat because the force of the rapid inflation of the passenger airbag can cause death or serious injury to the child.

D A forward−facing child restraint sys-

tem should be allowed to be put on the front seat only when it is unavoidable. Always move the seat as far back as possible, because the force of a deploying 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 airbag inflates, and the impact could cause death or serious injury to the child.

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D Do not sit on the edge of the seat

or lean over the dashboard when the vehicle is in use. The airbags inflate with considerable speed and force; you may be killed or seriously injured. Sit up straight and well back in the seat, and always use your seat belt.

D Do not allow a child to stand up,

or to kneel on the front passenger seat. The airbag inflates with considerable speed and force; the child may be killed or seriously injured.

D Do not hold a child on your lap or

in your arms. Use a child restraint system in the rear seat. For instructions concerning the installation of a child restraint system, see Child restraint" in this section.

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D Do not put objects or your pets on

or in front of the dashboard or steering wheel pad that houses the 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 things in their arms or on their knees.

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D 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 any of these may cause sudden SRS 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.

NOTICE

Do not perform any of the following changes without consulting your Toyota dealer. Such changes can interfere with proper operation of the SRS airbag system in some cases.

z Installation of electronic devices

such as a mobile two−way radio, cassette tape player or compact disc player

z Modification of the suspension sys-

tem

z Modification of the front end struc-

ture

z Attachment of a grille guard (bull

bar, kangaroo bar, etc.), snowplow, winches or any other equipment to the front end

z Repairs made on or near the front

fenders, front end structure, console, steering column, steering wheel or dashboard near the front passenger’s airbag

This SRS 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.

D The light does not come on when the

ignition key is turned to the ACC" or ON" position, or the light remains on.

D The light comes on while driving.

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In the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible:

D The SRS airbags have been inflated. D The front part of the vehicle (shaded

in the illustration) was involved in an accident that was not severe enough to cause the SRS airbags to inflate.

D The pad section of the steering wheel

or front passenger airbag cover (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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SRS side airbags

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.

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 when the SRS side airbags 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:

D Wear their seat belts. D Remain properly seated with their

back upright and against the seat at all times.

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Collision from the rear

Collision from the front

Vehicle rollover

This indicator comes on when the ignition key is turned to the ACC" or 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, side airbag sensor assemblies, inflators, warning light, interconnecting wiring and power sources. (For details, see Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers" in Section 1−5.)

The SRS side airbag system may not inflate 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.

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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.

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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 sensor assemblies

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. Then a chemical reaction in the inflators quickly fills the airbags with non−toxic gas to help restrain the lateral motion of the occupants.

Front seats may be hot for several minutes, but the airbags themselves will not be hot. The airbags are designed to inflate only once.

CAUTION

D 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. Wearing a seat belt 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" in this section.

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D Improperly seated and/or restrained

D 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" in this section.

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D Do not lean against the front door

when the vehicle is in use. The side airbag inflates with considerable speed and force; you may be killed or be seriously injured.

D Do not apply excessive weight to

the outer side of the front seats on vehicles with side airbags.

D 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 things in their arms or on their knees.

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D Do not use accessories for the

seats which cover the parts where the side airbags inflate. Such accessories may prevent the side airbags from activating correctly, causing death or serious injury.

D 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 consider modifications of this kind.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious injury.

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.

z Installation of electronic devices

such as a mobile two−way radio, cassette tape player or compact disc player

z Modification of the suspension sys-

tem

z Modification of the side structure of

the passenger compartment

z Repairs made on or near the con-

sole or front seat

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.

D The light does not come on when the

ignition key is turned to the ACC" or ON" position, or the light remains on.

D The light comes on or flashes while

driving.

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NOTICE

Do not disconnect the battery cables before contacting your Toyota dealer.

Child restraint Child restraint precautions

Toyota strongly urges the use of child restraint systems for children small enough to use them.

The laws of all fifty 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" for details.

In the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible:

D The SRS side airbags have been in-

flated.

D The portion of the doors (shaded in the

illustration) were involved in an accident that was not severe enough to cause the SRS side airbags to inflate.

D The surface of the seats with the side

airbag (shaded in the illustration) is scratched, cracked, or otherwise damaged.

CAUTION

D For effective protection in automo-

bile accidents and sudden stops, children 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.

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D Toyota strongly urges use of a

proper child restraint system which conforms to the size of the child, and is put on the rear seat. According to accident statistics, the child is safer when properly restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat.

D Never put 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 put on the front seat.

D Unless it is unavoidable, do not put

a forward−facing child restraint system on the front seat.

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D A forward−facing child restraint sys-

D Make sure that you have complied

with all installation instructions provided by the child restraint manufacturer and that the system is properly secured.

Child restraint system

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 of the system. 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.

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CAUTION

D Never put a rear−facing child re-

D Unless it is unavoidable, do not put

a forward−facing child restraint system on the front seat.

D A forward−facing child restraint sys-

D 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.

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Built−in child restraint

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The built−in child restraint system mainly consists of a child seat integrated in the rear seat and 5−point seat belts. Refer to the illustration to become familiar with the parts of the system. This child restraint system conforms to U.S. Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No.213 and Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No.213.4.

1. Head restraint lock release button

2. Shoulder pads

3. Shoulder belts

4. Head restraint

5. Maximum shoulder height indicator label

6. Removable pad

7. Seat belt buckle

8. Seat belt release strap (black)

9. Seat belt adjustment strap (gray tab)

10. Child seat cushion

11. Seat belt buckle release button

12. Seat belt tabs

13. Owner’s manual supplement

14. Shoulder belt clip

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This child restraint is designed for use only by children who weigh between 10 and 30 kg (22.1 and 66.1 pounds), and whose height is between 85 and 127 cm (33.5 and 50.0 inches).

The child should be at least one year old and must be capable of sitting upright alone and whose shoulder height is at or below the maximum shoulder height indicator.

It is important to use a rear−facing child restraint until the child is about a year old. A rear−facing restraint gives the child’s head, neck and body the support they would need in a crash. See Child restraint system" for more information.

If your child’s shoulders are above the indicator position, do not use the built− in child restraint. Your child should use the vehicle’s seat belts.

According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat.

CAUTION

Make sure the child is securely restrained with the built−in child restraint. WARNING! Failure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions on the use of this child restraint system can result in your child striking the vehicle’s interior during a sudden stop or crash. Snugly adjust the belts provided with this child restraint around your child.

When using the built−in child restraint, observe the following:

D Use the belts for only one child at

a time. Do not use the belts for two or more children.

D Be careful not to damage the belt

webbing or hardware. Take care that they do not get caught or pinched in the seatback.

D Inspect the belt system periodically.

Check for cuts, fraying, and loose parts. Damaged parts should be replaced. Do not disassemble or modify the child restraint belt system.

D 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.

D Replace the built−in child restraint

assembly if it has been used in a severe impact. The entire assembly should be replaced even if damage is not obvious.

D Do not use a separate child re-

straint system over the opened built−in child restraint.

D When the built−in child restraint is

in use, do not use the adult lap and shoulder belt instead of the built−in child restraint seat belt as it can cause severe injury to the child in a sudden stop or crash.

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1. Separate the fastener tapes under the right rear seatback and fold the separated part of the seatback down while lowering it.

2. Unlock and remove the head restraint, then reinstall it facing backward.

CAUTION

When using the built−in child restraint, the head restraint must be stored in reverse.

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3. While pulling the seat belt release strap (black), pull both shoulder belts together.

Pull the seat belt release strap from above at about 45_angle to the child seat cushion.

If the shoulder belts cannot be pulled out, return the child seat cushion to an almost closed position, firmly pull the seat belt release strap and at the same time pull both shoulder belts, then lower the child seat cushion again.

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4. Compress the shoulder belt clip to separate the right and left shoulder belts.

5. Pull down the seatback part of the removable pad. Make sure the child’s shoulders are at or below the maximum shoulder height indicator label.

The removable pad is attached by fastener tapes.

CAUTION

If your child’s shoulders are above the maximum shoulder height indicator label, do not use the built−in child restraint. Your child should use the adult lap and shoulder belt.

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6. Press the removable pad against the fastener tapes and install the pad to the seatback. Make sure the belts go through the slots in the pad.

CAUTION

If you have removed the removable pad for cleaning etc., do not use the built−in child restraint without the pad.

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D Do not insert coins, clips, etc. in

the buckle as this may prevent you from properly latching the tabs and buckle.

D If the seat belt does not function

normally, it cannot protect your child from injury. Contact your Toyota dealer immediately. Do not use the built−in child restraint until the seat belt is fixed.

7. Sit the child on the child seat. Place a shoulder belt over each shoulder. Insert the tabs into the buckle.

CAUTION

D When the built−in child restraint is

in use, do not use the adult lap and shoulder belt instead of the built−in child restraint seat belt as it can cause severe injury to the child in a sudden stop or crash.

D After inserting the tabs, make sure

the tabs and buckle are locked and that the shoulder belts and buckle strap are not twisted.

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8. Adjust the shoulder pads.

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9. Fasten the shoulder belt clip.

The purpose of the clip is to keep the shoulder belts positioned correctly on the shoulders.

CAUTION

An unfastened shoulder belt clip will not help keep the belts on the child’s shoulders. In a sudden stop or crash, the child may go too far forward and be seriously injured. Make sure the belt clip is fastened at all times.

10. Pull the seat belt adjustment strap (gray tab) firmly until the shoulder belts are snugly adjusted around the child’s shoulders.

You should not be able to put more than two fingers between a shoulder belt and the child’s chest.

After adjusting the shoulder belt tightness, move the shoulder belt clip 5 to 8 cm (2 to 3 in.) below the child’s chin. On each belt, the shoulder part should be centered on the child’s shoulder. The belts should be away from the child’s face and neck, but not falling off the child’s shoulders.

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11. To release the child from the seat belts, separate the shoulder belts then press the buckle release button.

Move both belts off the child’s shoulders.

12. To store the built−in child restraint, fasten the shoulder belt clip and return the seat belt buckle using the fastener tapes. Fold up the seat belt adjustment strap (gray tab) in the seat so that the edge of the strap does not come out the raised child restraint cushion. Raise the child restraint cushion and reinstall the head restraint correctly by inserting the posts into the holes.

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CAUTION

Before using the vehicle’s seat belt, make sure the head restraint is reinstalled to its normal position. Do not occupy this position unless the head restraint is reinstalled as serious injury may result.

Types of child restraint system

Child restraint systems are classified into the following 3 types depending on the child’s age and size.

(A) Infant seat

(B) Convertible 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" in this section.

The child restraint lower anchorages approved for your vehicle may also be used. See Installation with the child restraint lower anchorages" in this section.

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Installation with 3−point type seat belt

(A) Infant seat

(B) Convertible seat

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(A) INFANT SEAT INSTALLATION

An infant seat is used in rear−facing position only.

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CAUTION

D Never put a rear−facing child re-

straint system on the front seat because the force of the rapid inflation of the passenger airbag can cause death or serious injury to the child.

D Do not put a rear−facing child re-

straint system on the rear seat if it interferes with the lock mechanism of the front seats. This can cause severe injury to the child and front passenger in case of sudden braking or a collision.

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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

D After inserting the tab, make sure

the tab and buckle are locked and that the lap and shoulder portions of the belt are not twisted.

D Do not insert coins, clips, etc. in

the buckle as this may prevent you from properly latching the tab and buckle.

D If the seat belt does not function

normally, it cannot protect your child from injury. Contact your Toyota dealer immediately. Do not use the seat until the seat belt is fixed.

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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.

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.

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CAUTION

Push and pull the child restraint system in different directions to be 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) CONVERTIBLE SEAT INSTALLATION

A convertible seat is used in forward− facing and 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 a child restraint system.

Move seat fully back

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CAUTION

D Never put a rear−facing child re-

straint system on the front seat because the force of the rapid inflation of the passenger airbag can cause death or serious injury to the child.

D A forward−facing child restraint sys-

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D Do not put a rear−facing child re-

straint system on the rear seat if it interferes with the lock mechanism of the front seats. This can cause severe injury to the child and front passenger in case of sudden braking or a collision.

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

D After inserting the tab, make sure

the tab and buckle are locked and that the lap and shoulder portions of the belt are not twisted.

D Do not insert coins, clips, etc. in

the buckle as this may prevent you from properly latching the tab and buckle.

D If the seat belt does not function

normally, it cannot protect your child from injury. Contact your Toyota dealer immediately. Do not use the seat 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.

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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.

CAUTION

Push and pull the child restraint system in different directions to be sure it is secure. Follow all the installation instructions provided by its manufacturer.

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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.

A booster seat is used in forward−facing position only.

Move seat fully back

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CAUTION

A forward−facing child restraint system should be allowed to be put on the front seat only when it is unavoidable. Always move the seat as far back as possible, because the force of a deploying 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 airbag inflates, and the impact could cause death or serious injury to the child.

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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" for details.

CAUTION

D 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.

D 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 as low on hips as possible.

D For child’s safety, do not place the

shoulder belt under child’s arm.

D After inserting the tab, make sure

the tab and buckle are locked and that the lap and shoulder portions of the belt are not twisted.

D Do not insert coins, clips, etc. in

the buckle as this may prevent you from properly latching the tab and buckle.

D If the seat belt does not function

normally, it cannot protect your child from injury. Contact your Toyota dealer immediately. Do not use the seat until the seat belt is fixed.

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Using a top st rap

Anchor brackets

2. To remove the child restraint system, press the buckle−release button and allow the belt to retract.

Follow the procedure below for a child restraint system that requires the use of a top strap.

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Use the anchor bracket on the package tray behind the rear seat to attach the top strap.

Anchor brackets are installed for each rear seat.

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TO USE THE ANCHOR BRACKET:

1. Outside anchor brackets only Remove the head restraint.

2. Fix the child restraint system with the seat belt.

Latch the hook onto the anchor bracket and tighten the top strap.

For instructions to install the child restraint system, see "Child restraint" in this section.

CAUTION

Make sure the top strap is securely latched, and check that the child restraint system is secure by pushing and pulling it in different directions.

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3. Outside anchor brackets only Replace the head restraint.

Installation with child restraint lower anchorages

The lower anchorages for the child restraint system interfaced with the FMVSS225 specification are installed in the rear seat.

The anchorages are installed in the clearance between the seat cushion and seatback of both outside rear seats. On vehicles with a built−in child restraint system, the anchorages are installed in the left rear seat only.

Child restraint system interfaced with the FMVSS225 specification can be fixed with these anchorages. In this case, it is not necessary to fix the child restraint system with a seat belt on the vehicle.

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CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM INSTALLATION

Type A 

1. Widen the clearance between the seat cushion and seatback a little and confirm the position of the lower anchorages below the tag in the seatback.

2. Latch the hooks of lower straps onto the anchorages and tighten the lower straps.

Type B 

1. Widen the clearance between the seat cushion and seatback a little and confirm the position of the lower anchorages below the tag in the seatback.

2. Latch the buckles onto the anchorages.

If your child restraint system has a top strap, it should be anchored. (For the installation of the top strap, see Using a top strap" in this section.)

For the installation details, refer to the instruction manual equipped with each product.

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CAUTION

D When using the lower anchorages

for the child restraint system, be sure that there are no irregular objects around the anchorages or that the seat belt is not caught.

D Push and pull the child restraint

system in different directions to be sure it is secure. Follow all the installation instructions provided by its manufacturer.

D Do not put a child restraint system

on the rear seat if it interferes with the lock mechanism of the front seats. This can cause severe injury to the child and front passenger in case of sudden braking or a collision.

Tilt steering wheel

To change the steering wheel angle, hold the steering wheel, push down the lock release lever, tilt the steering wheel to the desired angle and return the lever to its original position.

When the steering wheel is in a low position, it will spring up as you release the lock release lever.

CAUTION

D Do not adjust the steering wheel

while the vehicle is moving.

D After adjusting the steering wheel,

try moving it up and down to make sure it is locked in position.

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Outside rear view mirrors

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Rear view mirror remote control

CAUTION

Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is moving. It may cause the driver to mishandle the vehicle and an accident may occur resulting in personal injuries.

Adjust the mirror so that you can see the side of your vehicle in the mirror.

Be careful when judging the size or distance of any object seen in the outside rear view mirror on the passenger’s side. It is a convex mirror with a curved surface. Any object seen in a convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than when seen in a flat mirror.

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To adjust the rear view mirror, simply operate the control lever.

NOTICE

If ice should jam the mirror, do not operate the control or scrape the mirror face. Use a spray de−icer to free the mirror.

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Power rear view mirror control

To adjust a mirror, use the switches.

1. Master switchTo select the mirror to be adjusted Place the switch at L" (left) or R" (right).

2. Control switchTo move the mirror

P ush the switch in the desired

direction.

Mirror can be adjusted when key is in the ACC" or ON" position.

Anti−glare inside rear view mirror

NOTICE

If ice should jam the mirror, do not operate the control or scrape the mirror face. Use a spray de−icer to free the mirror.

Adjust the mirror so that you can just see the rear of your vehicle in the mirror.

To reduce glare from the headlights of the vehicle behind you during night driving, operate the lever on the lower edge of the mirror.

Daylight drivingLever at position 1

The reflection in the mirror has greater clarity at this position.

Night drivingLever at position 2

Remember that by reducing glare you also lose some rear view clarity.

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CAUTION

Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is moving. It may cause the driver to mishandle the vehicle and an accident may occur resulting in personal injuries.

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Vanity mirror

To use the vanity mirror for the driver, swing down the sun visor and slide the cover.

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SECTION 1− 4

OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS

Lights, Wipers and Defogger

Headlights and turn signals 76. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Emergency flashers 77. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Instrument panel light control 78. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Front fog lights 78. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Interior light 79. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Ignition switch light 79. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Personal light 79. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Windshield wipers and washer 80. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Rear window defogger 81. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Headlights and turn signals

HEADLIGHTS

To turn on the following lights: Twist the headlight/turn signal lever knob.

Position 1Parking, tail, license plate, side marker and instrument panel lights

Position 2Headlights and all of the above

Light reminder buzzer

A buzzer will remind you to turn the lights off when the driver’s door is opened if you remove the key with the headlights left on.

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NOTICE

To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not leave the lights on for a long period when the engine is not running.

Daytime running light system

The headlights turn on at reduced intensity when the parking brake is released with the engine started, even with the light switch in the OFF" position. They will not go off until the ignition switch is turned off.

To turn on the other exterior lights and instrument panel lights, twist the knob to the position 1.

Twist the knob to the position 2 to turn the headlights to full intensity for driving at night.

Vehicles for the U.S.A.: The headlights automatically turn to full intensity in the twilight even with the light switch in the OFF" position.

The daytime running light control sensor is on the top of the driver’s side instrument panel.

Do not place anything on the instrument panel, and/or do not affix anything on the windshield to block this sensor.

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Emergency flashers

High−Low beamsFor high beams, turn

the headlights on and push the lever away from you (position 1). Pull the lever toward you (position 2) for low beams.

The headlight high beam indicator light (blue light) on the instrument panel will tell you that the high beams are on.

Flashing the high beam headlights

(position 3)Pull the lever all the way back. The high beam headlights turn off when you release the lever.

You can flash the high beam headlights with the knob turned to OFF".

TURN SIGNALS

To signal a turn, push the headlight/ turn signal lever up or down to position

The key must be in the ON" position.

The lever automatically returns after you make a turn, but you may have to return it by hand after you change lanes.

To signal a lane change, move the lever up or down to the pressure point (position

2) and hold it.

If the turn signal indicator lights (green lights) on the instrument panel flash faster than normal, a front or rear turn signal bulb is burned out.

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To turn on the emergency flashers, push the switch.

All the turn signal lights will flash. To turn them off, push the switch once again.

Turn on the emergency flashers to warn other drivers if your vehicle must be stopped where it might be a traffic hazard.

Always pull as far off the road as possible.

The turn signal light switch will not work when the emergency flashers are operating.

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NOTICE

To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not leave the switch on longer than necessary when the engine is not running.

Instrument panel light control

To adjust the brightness of the instrument panel lights, turn the knob.

Front fog lights

To turn on the front fog lights, twist the band of the headlight and turn signal switch lever. They will come on only when the headlights are on low beam.

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Interior light

To turn on the interior light, slide the switch.

The interior light switch has the following positions:

ON"Keeps the light on all the time.

OFF"Turns the light off.

DOOR"Turns the light on when any of the door is opened. The light remains on for a certain time after all the doors are closed. When all the doors are locked or the ignition switch is turned to ACC" or ON" after all the doors are closed, the light goes off.

Ignition switch light

For easy access to the ignition switch, the ignition switch light comes on when any of the doors are opened.

The light remains on for a certain time after all the doors are closed. When all the doors are locked or the ignition switch is turned to ACC" or ON" after all the doors are closed, the light goes off.

Personal lights

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Without electric moon roof

To turn on the personal light, push the switch. To turn it off, push the switch once again.

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Windshield wipers and washer

To turn on the windshield wipers, move the lever to the desired setting.

The key must be in the ON" position.

Type A

Type A

Type B

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Lever position

Position 1 Slow

Position 2 Fast

For a single sweep of the windshield, push the lever up and release it.

Type B

Lever position Speed setting

Position 1 Intermittent

Position 2 Slow

Position 3 Fast

With interval adjuster: The INT TIME" band lets you adjust the wiping time interval when the wiper lever is in the intermittent position (position 1). Twist the band upward to increase the time between sweeps, and downward to decrease it.

Speed setting

To squirt washer fluid, pull the lever toward you.

With interval adjuster: If the windshield wipers are off, they will operate a couple of times after the washer squirts.

For instructions on adding washer fluid, see Adding washer fluid" in Section 7−3.

In freezing weather, warm the windshield with the defroster before using the washer. This will help prevent the washer fluid from freezing on your windshield, which can block your vision.

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Rear window defogger

Make sure you turn the defogger off when the window is clear. Leaving the defogger on for a long time could cause the battery to discharge, especially during stop−and− go driving. The defogger is not designed for drying rain water or for melting snow.

NOTICE

When cleaning the inside of the rear window, be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires.

NOTICE

Do not operate the wipers if the windshield is dry. It may scratch the glass.

To defog or defrost the rear window, push the switch.

The key must be in the ON" position.

The thin heater wires on the inside of the rear window will quickly clear the surfaces. An indicator light will illuminate to indicate the defogger is operating.

Push the switch once again to turn the defogger off.

The system will automatically shut off after the defogger has operated about 15 minutes.

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SECTION 1− 5

OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS

Gauges, Meters and Service reminder indicators

Fuel gauge 84. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Engine coolant temperature gaug 84. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tachometer 85. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Odometer and two trip meters 86. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Service reminder indicators and warning buzzer 86. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Fuel gauge

With tachometer

Without tachometer

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The gauge works when the ignition switch is on and indicates the approximate quantity of fuel remaining in the tank.

Nearly fullNeedle at F" Nearly emptyNeedle at E"

It is a good idea to keep the tank over 1/4 full.

This fuel gauge has a non−return type needle which remains at the last indicated position when the ignition switch is turned off.

If the fuel level approaches E" or the low fuel level warning light comes on, fill the fuel tank as soon as possible.

On inclines or curves, due to the movement of fuel in the tank, the fuel gauge needle may fluctuate or the low fuel level warning light may come on earlier than usual.

If the fuel tank is completely empty, the malfunction indicator lamp comes on. Fill the fuel tank immediately.

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.

Engine coolant temperature gauge

With tachometer

Without tachometer

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The gauge indicates the engine coolant temperature when the ignition switch is on. The engine operating temperature will vary with changes in weather and engine load.

If the needle moves into the red zone, your engine is too hot. If your vehicle overheats, stop your vehicle and allow the engine to cool.

Your vehicle may overheat during severe operating conditions, such as:

D Driving up a long hill on a hot day. D Reducing speed or stopping after high

speed driving.

D Idling for a long period with the air

conditioning on in stop−and−go traffic.

D Towing a trailer.

NOTICE

z Do not remove the thermostat in

the engine cooling system as this may cause the engine to overheat. The thermostat is designed to control the flow of coolant to keep the temperature of the engine within the specified operating range.

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Tachometer

z Do not continue driving with an

overheated engine. See If your vehicle overheats" in Section 4.

The tachometer indicates engine speed in thousands of rpm (revolutions per minute). Use it while driving to select correct shift points and to prevent engine lugging and over−revving.

Driving with the engine running too fast causes excessive engine wear and poor fuel economy. Remember, in most cases the slower the engine speed, the greater the fuel economy.

NOTICE

Do not let the indicator needle get into the red zone. This may cause severe engine damage.

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Odometer and two trip meters

This meter displays the odometer and two trip meters.

1. OdometerShows the total distance the vehicle has been driven.

2. Two trip metersShow two different distances independently driven since the last time each trip meter was set to zero.

You can use one trip meter to calculate the fuel economy and the other to measure the distance on each trip. All trip meter data is cancelled if the electrical power source is disconnected.

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3. Trip meter reset knobResets the two trip meters to zero, and also change the meter display.

To change the meter display, quickly push and release the knob. The meter display changes in the order from the odometer to trip meter A to trip meter B, then back to the odometer each time you push.

To reset the trip meter A to zero, display the meter A reading, then push and hold the knob until the meter is set to zero. The same process can be applied for resetting the trip meter B.

Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers

If the indicator or buzzer comes on...

(a) If parking brake

(b) Fasten seat belt.

(indicator and buzzer)

(d) Take vehicle to

(e) Fill up tank.

Do this.

is off, stop immediately and contact Toyota dealer.

Toyota dealer.

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If the indicator or buzzer comes on...

(f) Stop and check.

(g) Take vehicle to

(h) Close all doors.

(i) Take vehicle to

(j) Add washer fluid.

Do this.

Toyota dealer.

Toyota dealer immediately.

If the indicator or buzzer comes on...

(k) Remove key.Key reminder

buzzer

(l) Turn off lights.Light reminder

buzzer

Do this.

(a) Brake System Warning Light

This light comes on in the following cases when the ignition key is in the ON" position.

D When the parking brake is applied... D When the brake fluid level is low...

CAUTION

It is dangerous to continue driving normally when the brake fluid level is low.

Have your vehicle checked at your Toyota dealer in the following case:

D The light does not come on even if the

parking brake is applied when the ignition key is in the ON" position.

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CAUTION

If the light does not turn off even after the parking brake is released while the engine is running, immediately stop your vehicle at a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer. In this case, the brakes may not work properly and your stopping distance will become longer. Depress the brake pedal firmly and bring the vehicle to an immediate stop.

(b) Seat Belt Reminder Light and

Buzzer

This light and buzzer remind you to buckle up the driver’s seat belt.

Once the ignition key is turned to ON" or START", the reminder light flashes and buzzer sounds if the driver’s seat belt is not fastened. Unless the driver fastens the belt out of the retractor, the light keeps flashing and the buzzer stops after about 4 to 8 seconds.

This light warns that the battery is being discharged.

If it comes on while you are driving, there is a problem somewhere in the charging system.

The engine ignition will continue to operate, however, until the battery is discharged. Turn off the air conditioning, blower, radio, etc., and drive directly to the nearest Toyota dealer or repair shop.

NOTICE

Do not continue driving if the engine drive belt is broken or loose.

(d) Malfunction Indicator Lamp

This lamp comes on in the following cases.

a. The fuel tank is completely empty.

(See Fuel gauge" in this section for instructions.)

b. The fuel tank cap is not tightened se-

curely. (See Fuel tank cap" in Section 1−2 for instructions.)

c. There is a problem somewhere in your

engine or automatic transmission electrical system.

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If it comes on while you are driving in case c, have your vehicle checked/repaired by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

(e) Low Fuel Level Warning Light

This light comes on when the fuel level in the tank becomes nearly empty. Fill up the tank as soon as possible.

On inclines or curves, due to the movement of fuel in the tank, the low fuel level warning light may come on earlier than usual.

(f) Low Oil Pressure Warning Light

This light warns that the engine oil pressure is too low.

If it flickers or stays on while you are driving, pull off the road to a safe place and stop the engine immediately. Call a Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop for assistance.

The light may occasionally flicker when the engine is idling or it may come on briefly after a hard stop. There is no cause for concern if it then goes out when the engine is accelerated slightly.

The light may come on when the oil level is extremely low. It is not designed to indicate low oil level, and the oil level must be checked using the level dipstick.

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NOTICE

Do not drive the vehicle with the warning light oneven for one block. It may ruin the engine.

(g) ABS" Warning Light

The light comes on when the ignition key is turned to the ON" position. If the anti− lock brake system works properly, the light turns off after a few seconds. Thereafter, if the system malfunctions, the light comes on again.

When the ABS" warning light is on (and the brake system warning light is off), the anti−lock brake system does not operate, but the brake system still operates conventionally.

When the ABS" warning light is on (and the brake system warning light is off), the anti−lock brake system does not operate so that the wheels could lock up during a sudden braking or braking on slippery road surfaces.

If either of the following conditions occurs, this indicates a malfunction somewhere in the parts monitored by the warning light system. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle.

D The light does not come on when the

ignition key is turned to the ON" position, or remains on.

D The light comes on while you are dri-

ving.

A warning light turning on briefly during operation does not indicate a problem.

(h) Open Door Warning Light

This light remains on until all the doors are completely closed.

(i) SRS Warning Light

This light will come on when the ignition key is turned to the ACC" or ON" position. After about 6 seconds, the light will go off. This means the system of the airbag and front seat belt pretensioners are operating properly.

The warning light system monitors the airbag sensor assemblies, front airbag sensors, seat belt pretensioner assemblies, inflators, warning light, interconnecting wiring and power sources.

D The light does not come on when the

ignition key is turned to the ACC" or ON" position or remains on.

D The light comes on or flashes while

driving.

(j) Low Windshield Washer Fluid Level

Warning Light

The light warns that the windshield washer fluid level is too low. Add washer fluid at your earliest opportunity. (For instructions, see Adding washer fluid" in Section 7−3.)

(k) Key Reminder Buzzer

This buzzer reminds you to remove the key when you open the driver’s door with the ignition key in the ACC" or LOCK" position.

(l) Light Reminder Buzzer

This buzzer will sound if the head light switch is left on and the driver’s door is opened with the key removed from the ignition switch.

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CHECKING SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS (except the low fuel level warning light and low windshield washer fluid level warning light)

1. Apply the parking brake.

2. Open one of the doors. The open door warning light should come on.

3. Close the door. The open door warning light should go off.

4. Turn the ignition key to ACC". The SRS warning light should come on. It goes off after about 6 seconds.

5. Turn the ignition key to ON", but do not start the engine. All the service reminder indicators except the open door warning light and SRS warning light should come on. The ABS" warning light goes off after a few seconds.

If any service reminder indicator or warning buzzer does not function as described above, have it checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. 

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SECTION 1− 6

OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS

Ignition switch, Transmission and Parking brake

Ignition switch with steering lock 92. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Automatic transmission 93. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Manual transmission 100. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Parking brake 101. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Cruise control 102. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Ignition switch with steering lock

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You must push in the key to turn the key from ACC" to the LOCK" position. On vehicles with an automatic transmission, the selector lever must be put in the P" position before pushing the key.

When starting the engine, the key may seem stuck at the LOCK" position. To free it, first be sure the key is pushed all the way in, and then rock the steering wheel slightly while turning the key gently.

CAUTION

START"Starter motor on. The key will return to the ON" position when released.

For starting tips, see Section 3.

ON"Engine on and all accessories on.

This is the normal driving position.

ACC"Accessories such as the radio operate, but the engine is off.

If you leave the key in the ACC" or LOCK" position and open the driver’s door, a buzzer will remind you to remove the key.

LOCK"Engine is off and the steering wheel is locked. The key can be removed only at this position.

For manual transmission:

Never remove the key when the vehicle is moving, as this will lock the steering wheel and result in loss of steering control.

NOTICE

Do not leave the key in the ON" position if the engine is not running. The battery will discharge and the ignition could be damaged.

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Automatic transmission

"3−speed

Lock release button To prevent misshifting

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Selector lever

Your automatic transmission has a shift lock system to minimize the possibility of incorrect operation. This means you can only shift out of P" position when the brake pedal is depressed (with the ignition switch in ON" position and the lock release button depressed).

(a) Selector lever

P: Parking, engine starting and

key removal

R: Reverse

N: Neutral

D: Normal driving

2: Stronger engine braking

L: Maximum engine braking

With the brake pedal depressed, shift while holding the lock release button in. (The ignition switch must be in ON" position.)

Shift while holding the lock release button in.

Shift normally.

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(b) Normal driving

1. Start the engine as instructed in How to start the engine" in Section 3. The transmission must be in P" or N".

2. With your foot holding down the brake pedal, shift the selector lever to D".

When the lever is in the D" position, the automatic transmission system will select the most suitable gear for running conditions such as normal cruising, hill climbing, hard towing, etc.

CAUTION

Never put your foot on the accelerator pedal while shifting.

3. Release the parking brake and brake pedal. Depress the accelerator pedal slowly for smooth starting

To use engine braking, you can downshift the transmission as follows:

D Shift into the 2" position when the

vehicle speed is lower than 103 km/h (64 mph). The transmission will downshift to second gear and stronger engine braking will be enabled.

D Shift into the L" position when the

vehicle speed is lower than 49 km/h (30 mph). The transmission will downshift to first gear and maximum engine braking will be enabled.

CAUTION

Be careful when downshifting on a slippery surface. Abrupt shifting could cause the vehicle to spin or skid.

(d) Using 2" and L" position

The 2" and L" positions are used for strong engine braking as described previously.

With the selector lever in 2" or L", you can start the vehicle in motion as with the lever in D".

With the selector lever in 2", the vehicle will start in first gear and automatically shift to second gear.

With the selector lever in L", the transmission is engaged in first gear.

NOTICE

z Be careful not to over−rev the en-

gine. Watch the tachometer to keep engine rpm from going into the red zone. The approximate maximum allowable speed for each position is given below for your reference:

2" 131km/h(81mph). . . . . . . . . . .

L" 72km/h(44mph). . . . . . . . . . .

z Do not continue hill climbing or

hard towing for a long time in the 2" or L" position. This may cause severe automatic transmission damage from overheating. To prevent such damage, D" position should be used in hill climbing or hard towing.

(e) Backing up

1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop.

2. With the brake pedal held down with your foot, shift the selector lever to the R" position.

NOTICE

Never shift into reverse while the vehicle is moving.

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(f) Parking

1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop.

2. Pull the parking brake lever up fully to securely apply the parking brake.

3. With the brake pedal pressed down, shift the selector lever to the P" position.

CAUTION

Never attempt to move the selector lever into P" position under any circumstances while the vehicle is moving. Serious mechanical damage and loss of vehicle control may result.

(g) Good driving practice

CAUTION

Always keep your foot on the brake pedal while stopped with the engine running. This prevents the vehicle from creeping.

NOTICE

Do not hold the vehicle on an upgrade with the accelerator pedal. It can cause the transmission to overheat. Always use the brake pedal or parking brake.

(h) Rocking your vehicle if stuck

CAUTION

If your vehicle becomes stuck in snow, mud, sand, etc., then you may attempt to rock the vehicle free by moving it forward and backward. Do not attempt this procedure if people or objects are anywhere near the vehicle. During the rocking operation the vehicle may suddenly move forward or backward as it becomes unstuck, causing injury or damage to nearby people or objects.

NOTICE

If your rock your vehicle, observe the following precautions to prevent damage to the transmission and other parts.

z Do not depress the accelerator ped-

al while shifting the selector lever or before the transmission is completely shifted to forward or reverse gear.

z Do not race the engine and avoid

spinning the wheels.

z If your vehicle remains stuck after

rocking the vehicle several times, consider other ways such as towing.

(i) If you cannot shift the selector le-

ver out of P" position

If you cannot shift the selector lever from P" position even though the brake pedal is depressed, use the shift lock override button. For instructions, see If you cannot shift automatic transmission selector lever" in Section 4.

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"4−speed

Lock release button To prevent misshifting

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Selector lever

(a) Selector lever

P: Parking, engine starting and

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R: Reverse

N: Neutral

D: Normal driving (with overdrive on)

2: Stronger engine braking

L: Maximum engine braking

With the brake pedal depressed, shift while holding the lock release button in. (The ignition switch must be in ON" position.)

Shift while holding the lock release button in.

Shift normally.

Overdrive switch

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