Toyota ECHO 2001 Owner Manual

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SECTION 1–

OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS

Overview of instruments and controls

Instrument panel o verview 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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

Indicator symbols on the instrument panel 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Instrument panel overview

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1. Side vents

2. Instrument cluster

3. Center vents

4. Rear view mirror remote control levers

5. Auxiliary box

6. Power door lock switches (with power windows)

7. Power window switches

8. Glove box

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

10. Parking brake lever

11. Power door lock switch (without power windows)

12. Hood lock release lever

13. Window lock switch

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1. Headlight and turn signal switch

2. Wiper and washer switches

3. Rear window defogger switch

4. Emergency flasher switch

5. Clock

6. Air conditioning controls

7. Security indicator light/Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light

8. Car audio

9. Cigarette lighter/Power outlet

10. Ashtray/Coin box

11. Ignition switch

12. Tilt steering lock release lever

13. Instrument panel light control knob

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Instrument cluster overview

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1. Service reminder indicators and indicator lights

2. Speedometer

3. Fuel gauge

4. Odometer and two trip meters

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5. Trip m eter res et knob

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Indicator symbols on the instrument panel

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SRS warning light

Brake system warning light

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Low fuel level warning light

Driver’s seat belt reminder light

Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light

Discharge warning light

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Malfunction indicator lamp

Low oil pressure warning light

Anti-lock brake system warning light

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Low windshield washer fluid level warning light

Turn signal indicator lights

Headlight high beam indicator light

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: For details, see “Service reminder indicators and warning

Overdrive–off indicator light

Low engine coolant temperature indicator light (in blue)

High engine coolant temperature warning light (in red)

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buzzers” in Section 1–5.

Open door warning light

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SECTION 1–

OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS

Keys and Doors

Keys 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Side doors 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Power windows 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Trunk lid 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Hood 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Theft deterrent s ystem 20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fuel tank cap 21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Keys (type A)

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This key works in every lock.

Since the doors and trunk lid can be locked without a key, you should always carry a spare key in case you accidentally lock your keys inside the vehicle.

Keys (type B)

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Your vehicle is supplied with two kinds of key.

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.

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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.

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Side doors—

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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 knob down. To unlock: Pull the knob up.

Closing the door with the lock knob in the lock position will also lock the door. Be careful not to lock your keys in the vehicle.

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

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Vehicles with power windows (driver’s side)

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Vehicles with power windows (passenger’s side)

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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.

Vehicles 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.

REAR DOOR CHILD–PROTECTORS (4–door models only)

Move the lock lever to the “LOCK” position as shown on the label.

This feature allows you to lock a rear door so it can be opened from the outside only, not from inside. We recommend using this feature whenever small children are in the vehicle.

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—Wireless remote control

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Locking operation

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Your vehicle has a wireless remote control system that can lock or unlock all the doors, or activate the theft deterrent system from a distance within approximately 1 m (3 ft.) of the vehicle.

LOCKING AND UNLOCKING THE DOORS

To lock and unlock all the doors, push the switches of the transmitter slowly and securely.

To lock: Push the “LOCK” switch. All the doors are locked simultaneously. At this time, parking lights, side marker lights and tail lights flash.

Check to see that the doors are securely locked.

If any of the doors is not securely closed, or if the key is in the ignition switch, locking cannot be performed by the “LOCK” switch.

To unlock: Push the “UNLOCK” switch once to unlock the driver’s door alone. Pushing the switch twice within 3 seconds unlocks all the doors simultaneously. At this time, parking lights, side marker lights and tail lights flash twice.

You have 30 seconds to open a door after using the wireless remote unlock feature. If a door is not opened by then, all the doors will be automatically locked again.

If the “LOCK” or “UNLOCK” switch is kept pressed in, the locking or unlocking operation is not repeated. Release the button and then push again.

Unlocking operation

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“PANIC” SWITCH Pushing the “PANIC” switch blows the

horn intermittently and flashes the headlight and tail lights.

The “PANIC” switch is used to deter the vehicle theft when you witness anyone attempting to brake into or damage your vehicle.

The alarm will last for one minute. To stop this in the midway, push the “PANIC” switch once again, unlock any door with the key or transmitter, open the trunk with the key or turn the ignition key or turn the ignition key from the “LOCK” to “ON” position.

To cancel the “PANIC” mode, unlock any door with the key or wireless remote control transmitter, open the trunk with the key from the “LOCK” to “ON” position.

The “PANIC” mode does not work when the key is inserted in the ignition switch.

WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER

The wireless remote control transmitter is an electronic component. Observe the following instruction in order not to cause damage on the transmitter.

 Do not leave the transmitter on the

places where the temperature becomes high such as on the dashboard.

 Do not disassemble it.  Avoid knocking it hard against other

objects or dropping it.

 Avoid putting it in water.

You can use up to 2 wireless remote control transmitters for the same vehicle. Contact your Toyota dealer for detailed information.

If the wireless remote control transmitter does not actuate the doors or alarm, or operate from a normal distance.

 Check for closeness to a radio trans-

mitter such as a radio station or an airport which can interfere with normal operation of the transmitter.

 The batteries may have been con-

sumed. Check the batteries in the transmitter. To replace the batteries, see “Replacing transmitter batteries”.

Replacing transmitter batteries

For replacement, use a CR2016 lithium battery or equivalent.

CAUTION

Special care should be taken that small children do not swallow the removed transmitter battery or components.

NOTICE

When replacing the transmitter battery, be careful not to lose the components.

Replace the transmitter battery by the following procedures:

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1. Using a coin or equivalent, open the transmitter case.

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2. Remove the discharged transmitter battery.

NOTICE

Do not bend the terminals.

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3. Put a new transmitter battery with positive (+) side up.

Close the transmitter case securely.

NOTICE

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Make sure the positive side and negative side of the transmitter battery should be faced correctly.

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Be careful not to bend the electrode of the transmitter battery insertion and that dust or oils do not adhere to the transmitter case.

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Close the transmitter case securely.

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After replacing battery, check that the transmitter operates properly. if the transmitter still does not operate properly, contact your Toyota dealer.

If you lose your transmitter, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to avoid the possibility of theft, or an accident. (See “If you lose your wireless remote control transmitter” in Section 4.)

For vehicles sold in U.S.A.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

NOTICE: This equipment has been tested and

found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

 Reorient or relocate the receiving an-

tenna.

 Increase the separation between the

equipment and receiver.

 Connect the equipment into an outlet

on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

 Consult the dealer or an experienced

radio / TV technician for help.

FCC WARNING: Changes or modifications not ex-

pressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

For vehicles sold in Canada

Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

CAUTION

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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Power windows

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Window lock switch

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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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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.

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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.

 Always make sure the heads, hands

and other parts of the bodies of all occupants are kept completely inside the vehicle before you close the power windows. If someone’s neck, head or hands gets caught in a closing window, it could result in a serious injury. When anyone closes the power windows, make sure that he/she operates the windows safely.

 When small children are in the ve-

hicle, never let them use the power window switches without supervision. Use the window lock switch to prevent them from making unexpected use of the switches.

 Never leave small children alone in

the vehicle, especially with the ignition key still inserted. They could use the power window switches and get trapped in a window. Unattended children can be involved in serious accidents.

Trunk lid—

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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 to observe for loading luggage.

To close the trunk lid, lower it and press down on it. After closing the trunk lid, try pulling it up to make sure it is securely closed.

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CAUTION

 Keep the trunk lid closed while

driving. This not only keeps the luggage from being thrown out but also prevents exhaust gases from entering the vehicle.

 Always lock the trunk lid and all

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

 Never leave children unattended in

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

—Lock release lever

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

—Internal trunk release handle

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If a person is locked in the trunk, pull down the phosphorescent handle (illuminated for a while) on the inside of trunk lid in case of emergency to open the trunk lid.

The handle illuminating time depends on the intensity of the light thrown on the handle.

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—Luggage security system

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

1. Push down the security lock levers to lock the rear seatbacks.

On vehicles with built–in child restraint, only the left seatback has a lock lever and can be lowered. The right seatback cannot be folded down.

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

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2. 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.

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.

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NOTICE

Be sure to return the support rod to its clip before closing the hood. Closing the hood with the support rod up could cause the hood to bend.

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

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

Before closing the hood, check to see that you have not forgotten any tools, rags, etc. and return the support rod to its clip– this prevents rattles. Then lower the hood and make sure it locks into place. If necessary, press down gently on the front edge to lock it.

CAUTION

After inserting the support rod into the slot, make sure the rod supports the hood security from falling down on to your head or body.

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Theft deterrent system

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To deter the vehicle theft, the system is designed to give an alarm if any of the doors, trunk or hood is forcibly unlocked or the battery terminal is disconnected and then reconnected when the vehicle is locked.

The alarm blows the horn intermittently and flashes the headlights and tail lights.

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SETTING THE SYSTEM

1. Turn the ignition key to the “LOCK” position and remove it.

The indicator light will start flashing when the key is removed from the ignition switch.

2. Have all passengers get out of the vehicle.

3. Close and lock all the doors, trunk and hood.

The indicator light will come on when all the doors, trunk and hood are closed and locked.

The system will automatically be set after 30 seconds. When the system is set, the indicator light will start flashing again.

4. After making sure the indicator light starts flashing, you may leave the vehicle.

Never leave anyone in the vehicle when you set the system, because unlocking from the inside will activate the system.

WHEN THE SYSTEM IS SET Activating the system

The system will give the alarm under the following conditions:

 If any of the doors is unlocked or if

the trunk or hood is forcibly opened without the key

 If the battery terminal is disconnected

and then reconnected

The indicator light will come on when the system is activating.

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If any of the doors are unlocked without the key and the key is not in the ignition switch, all the doors will be automatically locked again.

After one minute, the alarm will automatically stop and the indicator light will starts flashing again.

Reactivating the alarm

Once set, the system automatically resets the alarm after the alarm stops.

The alarm will activate again under the same circumstances described in “Activating the system”.

Stopping the alarm

The alarm will be stopped by the following three ways:

 Turn the ignition key from the “LOCK”

to “ON” position.

 Unlock any of the doors with the key.  Open the trunk with the key.

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CANCELLING THE SYSTEM

The system will be cancelled by the above mentioned 3 ways.

If the tail lights come on for 2 seconds, the theft deterrent system has been alarmed. Check to see if there is any abnormality on your vehicle.

TESTING THE SYSTEM

1. Open all the windows.

2. Set the system as described above. The doors should be locked with the key. Be sure to wait until the indicator light goes off or starts flashing.

3. Unlock any door from the inside. The system should activate the alarm.

4. Stopping the alarm as described above.

5. Repeat this operation for the other doors, trunk and hood. When testing on the hood, also check that the system is activated when the battery terminal is disconnected and then reconnected.

If the system does not work properly, have it checked by your Toyota dealer.

Fuel tank cap

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

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The indicator lamp goes off after driving several times. If the indicator lamp does not go off, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

CAUTION

 Make sure the cap is tightened se-

curely to prevent fuel spillage in case of an accident.

 Use only a genuine Toyota fuel tank

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

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

When refueling, turn off the engine.

CAUTION

 Do not smoke, cause sparks or al-

low open flames when refueling. The fumes are flammable.

 When opening the cap, do not re-

move the cap quickly. In hot weather, fuel under pressure could cause injury by spraying out of the filler neck if the cap is suddenly removed.

2. To remove the fuel tank cap, turn the cap slowly counterclockwise, then pause slightly before removing it. After removing the cap, hang it on the cap hanger.

It is not unusual to hear a slight swoosh when the cap is opened. When installing, turn the cap clockwise till you hear a click.

If the cap is not tightened securely, the malfunction indicator lamp comes on. Make sure the cap is tightened securely.

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SECTION 1–

OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS

Seats, Seat belts, Steering wheel and Mirrors

Seats 24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Front seat s 24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fold–down rear seat 27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Head rest raints 29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Seat belts 30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SRS dri ver and front passenger airbags 38. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SRS side airbags 46. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Child restraint 51. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tilt steering wheel 67. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Outside rear view mirrors 68. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Anti–glare inside rear view mirror 69. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Vanity mirror 70. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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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

 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.

 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

(on vehicles with SRS side airbags)

CAUTION

When the SRS side airbags are installed in the driver and front passenger seats, observe the following precautions.

 Do not lean against the front door

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

 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.

 Do not modify or replace the seats

or upholstery of the front seats with the side airbags. Such changes may disable the system or cause the side airbags to inflate accidentally, resulting in death or serious injury. Consult your Toyota dealer if you insist on modifications of this kind.

—Seat adjustment precautions

Adjust the driver’s seat so that the foot pedals, steering wheel and instrument panel controls are within easy reach of the driver.

CAUTION

 Adjustments should not be made

while the vehicle is moving, as the seat may unexpectedly move and cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.

 When adjusting the seat, be careful

not to hit the seat against a passenger or luggage.

 After adjusting the seat position,

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

 After adjusting the seatback, exert

body pressure to make sure it is locked in position.

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 Do not put objects under the seats

except putting in the auxiliary box. 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.

 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

Hold the center of the lever and pull it up. Then slide the seat to the desired position with slight body pressure and release the lever.

2. SEATBACK ANGLE ADJUSTING LEVER

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

CAUTION

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—Tilting driver’s seatback for rear seat entry (2–door models)

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Lift the seatback release lever—the seatback will tilt forward.

This allows passengers to get into or out of the rear seat easily. After passengers are in, lift up on the seatback.

CAUTION

After putting back the seatback, try pushing the seatback forward and rearward to make sure it is secured in place.

—Moving passenger’s seat for rear seat entry (2–door models)

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For easy access to the rear seat, do this.

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

The seat will slide forward.

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

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

CAUTION

 After putting back the seat, try

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

 Never allow anyone to rest their

foot on the release pedal while the vehicle is moving.

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Fold–down rear seat

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(A) FOLDI NG DOWN REAR SEAT

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

2. Pull up the lock release button 2.

3. Fold down the seatback.

Each seatback may be folded separately.

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This will enlarge the trunk as far as the seatbacks. See “Luggage stowage precautions” in Section 2 for precautions to observe for loading luggage.

NOTICE

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

CAUTION

When returning the seatback to the upright position:

 Make sure the seat belts are not

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

 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.

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CAUTION

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

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(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.

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

Insert tab 2 into the buckle 3. You will hear a click when the tab locks

into the buckle.

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CAUTION

 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.)

 After inserting the tab, make sure

the tab and buckle are locked.

 Do not insert coins, clips, etc. in

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

 Make sure the belt is not twisted or

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

 If the seat belt does not function

normally, immediately contact your Toyota dealer.

Head restraints

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Front seat

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For your safety and comfort, adjust the head restraint before driving.

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

The head restraint is most effective when it is close to your head. Therefore, using a cushion on the seatback is not recommended.

CAUTION

 Adjust the center of the head re-

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

 After adjusting the head restraint,

make sure it is locked in position.

 Do not drive with the head re-

straints removed.

Rear seat

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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.

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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.

When using the seat belts, observe the following:

 Use the belt for only one person at

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

 Avoid reclining the seatbacks too

much. The seat belts provide maximum protection when the seatbacks are in the upright position. (Refer to the seat adjustment instructions.)

 Be careful not to damage the belt

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

 Inspect the belt system periodically.

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

 Keep the belts clean and dry. If

they need cleaning, 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.)

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 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.

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—Front and rear seat belts

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If the seat belt cannot be pulled out of the retractor, firmly pull the belt and release it. You will then be able to smoothly pull the belt out of the retractor.

When a passenger’s shoulder belt is completely extended and is then retracted even slightly, the belt is locked in that position and 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.

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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CAUTION

 After inserting the tab, make sure

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

 Do not insert coins, clips, etc. in

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

 If the seat belt does not function

normally, immediately contact your Toyota dealer. Do not use the seat until the seat belt is fixed. It cannot protect an adult occupant or your child from injury.

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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.

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Keep as low on hips as possible

Take up

slack

To o h i g h

Seat belts with an adjustable shoulder anchor (4–door models)—

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.

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.

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CAUTION

 High–positioned lap belts and

loose–fitting belts both could increase the chance of injury due to sliding under the lap belt during an accident or other unintended result. Keep the lap belt as low on your hips as possible.

 For your safety, do not place the

shoulder belt under your arm.

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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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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.)

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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.

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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 interior color tab

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.

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 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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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.

 Never use the seat belt extender if

you can fasten the seat belt without it.

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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

 After inserting the tab, make sure

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

 Do not insert coins, clips, etc. in

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

 If the seat belt does not function

normally, immediately contact your Toyota dealer. Do not use the seat until the seat belt is fixed. It cannot protect an adult occupant or your child from injury.

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—Front seat belt pretensioners

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The driver and front passenger’s seat belt pretensioners are designed to be activated in response to a severe frontal impact.

When the airbag sensor detects the shock of a severe frontal impact, the front seat belts are quickly drawn back in by the retractors so that the belts snugly restrain the front seat occupants.

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

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 “ON” position. It goes off after about 6 seconds. This means the front seat belt pretensioners are operating properly.

This warning light system monitors the airbag sensor assembly, front airbag sensors, side airbag sensors, door side airbag sensors, front seat belt pretensioner assemblies, inflators, warning light, interconnecting wiring and power sources. (For details, see “Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers” on page 80 in Section 1–5.)

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

1. Front airbag sensors

2. SRS warning light

3. Airbag sensor assembly

4. Front seat belt pretensioner assemblies

The front seat belt pretensioners are controlled by the airbag sensor assembly. The airbag sensor assembly consists of a safing sensor and airbag sensor.

When the front seat belt pretensioners are activated, an operating noise may be heard and a small amount of smoke–like gas may be released. This gas is harmless and does not indicate that a fire is occurring.

Once the front seat belt pretensioners have been activated, the seat belt retractors remain locked.

CAUTION

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

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

NOTICE

Do not perform any of the following changes without consulting your Toyota dealer. Such changes can interfere with proper operation of the front seat belt pretensioners in some cases.



Installation of electronic devices such as a mobile two–way radio, cassette tape player or compact disc player



Repairs on or near the front seat belt retractor assemblies



Modification of the suspension system



Modification of the front end structure



Attachment of a grille guard (bull bar, kangaroo bar, etc.), snowplow, winches or any other equipment to the front end



Repairs made on or near the front fenders, front end structure or console

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SRS driver and front passenger airbags

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This front seat belt pretensioner 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 or pretensioners. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle.

 The light does not come on when the

ignition key is turned to the “ON” position, or the light remains on.

 The light comes on or flashes while

driving.

 If either front seat belt does not retract

or can not be pulled out due to a malfunction or activation of the relevant front seat belt pretensioner.

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

 The front part of the vehicle (shaded

in the illustration) was involved in an accident that was not severe enough to cause the front seat belt pretensioners to operate.

 Either front seat belt pretensioner as-

sembly or surrounding area is scratched, cracked, or otherwise damaged.

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The SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) front airbags are designed to provide further protection for the driver and front passenger in addition to the primary safety protection provided by the seat belts.

In response to a severe frontal impact, the SRS front airbags work together with the seat belts to help reduce injury by inflating. The SRS front airbags help to reduce injuries mainly to the driver’s or front passenger’s head or chest caused by directly hitting the steering wheel or dashboard. The front passenger airbag is activated even with no passenger in the front seat.

Be sure to wear your seat belt properly.

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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:

 The driver sit as far back as pos-

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

 The front passenger sit as far back

as possible from the dashboard.

 All vehicle occupants be properly

restrained using the available seat belts.

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This indicator comes on when the ignition key is turned to the “ON” position. It goes off after about 6 seconds. This means the SRS front airbags are operating properly.

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The SRS front airbag system is designed to activate in response to a severe frontal impact within the shaded area between the arrows in the illustration.

The SRS front airbags will deploy if the severity of the impact is above the designed threshold level, comparable to an approximate 25 km/h (15 mph) collision in the U.S.A. and 30 km/h (18 mph) collision in Canada 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 front 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 properly.

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Collision from the rear

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Collision from the side

Vehicle rollover

The SRS front airbags are not designed to inflate if the vehicle is involved in a side or rear collision, if it rolls over, or if it is involved in a low–speed frontal collision.

Hitting a curb, edge of pavement or hard material

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Landing hard or vehicle falling

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

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 driver (airbag and inflator)

4. Airbag module for front passenger (airbag and inflator)

5. Airbag sensor assembly

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

In a severe frontal impact, the 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.

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.

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CAUTION

 The SRS airbag system is designed

only as a supplement to the primary protection of the driver side and front passenger side seat belt systems. The front seat occupants can be killed or seriously injured by the inflating airbags if they do not wear the available seat belts properly. During sudden braking just before a collision, an unrestrained driver or front passenger can move forward into direct contact with or close proximity to the airbag which may then deploy during the collision. To ensure maximum protection in an accident, the driver and all passengers in the vehicle must wear their seat belts properly. Wearing a seat belt properly during an accident reduces the chances of death or serious injury or being thrown out of the vehicle. For instructions and precautions concerning the seat belt system, see “Seat belts” in this section.

 Improperly seated and/or restrained

infants and children can be killed or seriously injured by the deploying front airbags. An infant or child who is too small to use a seat belt should be properly secured using a child restraint system. Toyota strongly recommends that all infants and children be placed in the rear seat of the vehicle and properly restrained. The rear seat is the safest for infants and children. For instructions concerning the installation of a child restraint system, see “Child restraint” in this section.

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 Never put a rear–facing child re-

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

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Move seat fully back

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 On vehicles with side airbags, do

not allow the child to lean against the front door or around the front door even if the child is seated in the child restraint system. It is dangerous if the side 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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 A forward–facing child restraint sys-

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

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 Do not sit on the edge of the seat

or lean over the dashboard when the vehicle is in use. The front 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 properly.

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 Do not modify or remove any wir-

ing. Do not modify, remove, strike or open any components such as the steering wheel pad, steering wheel, column cover or front passenger airbag cover, front passenger airbag or airbag sensor assembly. Doing any of these may cause sudden SRS front airbag inflation or disable the system, which could result in death or serious injury.

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

 Do not allow a child to stand up,

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

 Do not hold a child on your lap or

in your arms. Use a child restraint system in the rear seat. For instructions concerning the installation of a child restraint system, see “Child restraint” on page 51 in this section.

 Do not put objects or your pets on

or in front of the dashboard or steering wheel pad that houses the front airbag system. They might restrict inflation or cause death or serious injury as they are projected rearward by the force of deploying airbags. Likewise, the driver and front passenger should not hold things in their arms or on their knees.

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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 SRS front airbag system in some cases.



Installation of electronic devices such as a mobile two–way radio, cassette tape player or compact disc player



Modification of the suspension system



Modification of the front end structure



Attachment of a grille guard (bull bar, kangaroo bar, etc.), snowplow, winches or any other equipment to the front end



Repairs made on or near the front fenders, front end structure, console, steering column, steering wheel or dashboard near the front passenger airbag

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This SRS front airbag system has a service reminder indicator to inform the driver of operating problems. If either of the following conditions occurs, this indicates a malfunction of the airbags. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle.

 The light does not come on when the

ignition key is turned to the “ON” position, or the light remains on.

 The light comes on or flashes while

driving.

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

 The SRS front airbags have been in-

flated.

 The front part of the vehicle (shaded

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

 The pad part of the steering wheel or

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

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SRS side airbags

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NOTICE

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

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The SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) side airbags are designed to provide further protection for the driver and front passenger in addition to the primary safety protection provided by the seat belts.

In response to a severe side impact, the SRS side airbags work together with the seat belts to help reduce injury by inflating. The SRS side airbags help to reduce injuries mainly to the driver’s or front passenger’s chest. The SRS side airbag on the passenger seat is activated even with no passenger in the front seat.

Be sure to wear your seat belt properly.

CAUTION

SRS side airbags inflate with considerable force. To avoid potential death or serious injury when they inflate, the driver and front passenger must:

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

back upright and against the seat at all times.

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Collision from the rear

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This indicator comes on when the ignition key is turned to the “ON” position. It goes off after about 6 seconds. This means the SRS side airbags are operating properly.

The SRS side airbag system may not activate if the vehicle is subjected to a collision from the side at certain angles, or a collision to the side of the vehicle body other than the passenger compartment as shown in the illustration.

The SRS side airbags are designed to inflate when the passenger compartment area suffers a severe impact from the side.

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

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Collision from the front

Vehicle rollover

The SRS side airbags are not designed to inflate if the vehicle is involved in a front or rear collision, if it rolls over, or if it is involved in a low–speed side collision.

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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 sensors

4. Airbag sensor assembly

5. Door side airbag sensor (only for 2–door models)

The SRS side airbag system is controlled by the airbag sensor assembly. The side airbag sensors consist 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

 The SRS side airbag system is de-

signed only as a supplement to the primary protection of the driver side and front passenger side seat belt systems. To ensure maximum protection in an accident, the driver and all passengers in the vehicle must wear their seat belts properly. Wearing a seat belt properly during an accident reduces the chances of death or serious injury or being thrown out of the vehicle. For instructions and precautions concerning the seat belt system, see “Seat belts—” on page 30 in this section.

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 Improperly seated and/or restrained

infants and children can be killed or seriously injured by the deploying airbags. An infant or child who is too small to use a seat belt should be properly secured using a child restraint system. Toyota strongly recommends that all infants and children be placed in the rear seat of the vehicle and properly restrained. The rear seat is the safest for infants and children. For instructions concerning the installation of a child restraint system, see “Child restraint—” on page 51 in this section.

 Do not allow a child to lean his/her

head or any part of his/her body against the front door or the area of the seat from which the side airbag deploys even if he/she is seated in the child restraint system. It is dangerous if the side airbag inflates, and the impact could cause death or serious injury to the child. For instructors concerning the installation of a child restraint system, see “Child restraint” in this section.

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 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.

 Do not apply excessive weight to

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

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 Do not attach a cup holder or any

other device or object on or around the door. When the side airbag inflates, the cup holder or any other device or object will be thrown with great force or the side airbag may not activate correctly, resulting in death or serious injury. Likewise, the driver and front passenger should not hold things in their arms or on their knees.

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 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.

 Do not modify or replace the seats

or upholstery of the front seats with the side airbags. Such changes may disable the system or cause the side airbags to inflate accidentally resulting in death or serious injury. Consult your Toyota dealer if you insist on modifications of this kind.

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.



Installation of electronic devices such as a mobile two–way radio, cassette tape player or compact disc player



Modification of the suspension system



Modification of the side structure of the passenger compartment



Repairs made on or near the console or front seat

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This SRS side airbag system has a service reminder indicator to inform the driver of operating problems. If either of the following conditions occurs, this indicates a malfunction of the airbags. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle.

 The light does not come on when the

ignition key is turned to the “ON” position, or the light remains on.

 The light comes on or flashes while

driving.

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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:

 The SRS side airbags have been in-

flated.

 The portion of the doors (shaded in the

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

 The surface of the seats with the side

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

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CAUTION

 For effective protection in automo-

bile accidents and sudden stops, child must be properly restrained using a seat belt or child restraint system depending on the age and size of the child. Holding a child in your arms is not a substitute for a child restraint system. In an accident, the child can be crushed against the windshield, or between you and the vehicle’s interior.

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 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.

 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.

 Unless it is unavoidable, do not put

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

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 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 the deploying airbag could cause death or serious injury to the child.

 On vehicles with side airbags, do

 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 your child restraint system.

To provide proper restraint, use a child restraint system following the manufacturer’s instructions about the appropriate age and size of the child for the child restraint system.

Install the child restraint system correctly following the instructions provided by its manufacturer. General directions are also provided under the following illustrations.

The child restraint system should be installed on the rear seat. According to accident statistics, the child is safer when properly restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat.

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CAUTION

 Never put a rear–facing child re-

 Unless it is unavoidable, do not put

a child restraint system on the front seat.

 A forward–facing child restraint sys-

 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.

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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.

—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) Convert ible seat (C) Booster seat Install the child restraint system following

the instructions provided by its manufacturer.

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—Installation with 3–point type seat belt

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(A) Infant seat

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(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

 Never put a rear–facing child re-

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

SU13036

 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 death or serious injury to the child and front passenger in case of sudden braking or a collision.

 If your driving position is not satis-

factory, install the child restraint system on the other seat than the rear left seat.

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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.

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CAUTION

 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.

 Do not insert coins, clips, etc. in

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

 If the seat belt does not function

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

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3. While pressing the infant seat firmly against the seat cushion and seatback, let the shoulder belt retract as far as it will go to hold the infant seat securely.

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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.

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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 or rear–facing position depending on the child’s age and size. When installing, follow the manufacturer’s instructions about the applicable child’s age and size as well as directions for installing the child restraint system.

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CAUTION

 Never put a rear–facing child re-

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

SU13044

Move seat fully back

 A forward–facing child restraint sys-

 On vehicles with side airbags, do

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 Do not put a rear–facing child re-

 If your driving position is not satis-

factory, install the child restraint system on the other seat than left rear seat.

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1. Run the lap and shoulder belt through or around the convertible seat following the instructions provided by its manufacturer and insert the tab into the buckle taking care not to twist the belt. Keep the lap portion of the belt tight.

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CAUTION

 After inserting the tab, make sure

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

 Do not insert coins, clips, etc. in

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

 If the seat belt does not function

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

SU13047

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.

SU13049

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.

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Move seat fully back

 On vehicles with side airbags, do

ing position only.

CAUTION

 A forward–facing child restraint sys-

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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

 Always make sure the shoulder belt

is positioned across the center of child’s shoulder. The belt should be kept away from child’s neck, but not falling off child’s shoulder. Failure to do so could reduce the amount of protection in an accident and cause serious injuries in a collision.

 Both high–positioned lap belts and

loose–fitting belts could cause serious injuries due to sliding under the lap belt during a collision or other unintended result. Keep the lap belt positioned as low on a child’s hips as possible.

 For child’s safety, do not place the

shoulder belt under child’s arm.

 After inserting the tab, make sure

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

 Do not insert coins, clips, etc. in

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

 If the seat belt does not function

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

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—Using a top strap

SU13054

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

SU13101

Follow the procedure below for a child restraint system that use of a top strap to secure the system. Follow all the installation instructions provided by its manufacturer.

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Anchor brack ets

Use the anchor bracket on the back panel to attach the top strap.

Anchor brackets are installed for each rear seating position.

This symbol indicates the location of user ready anchor brackets.

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TO USE THE ANCHOR BRACKET:

1. Remove the head restraint.

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2. Open the anchor bracket cover with the mark shown in the illustration.

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3. Securely fasten 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.

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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.

 Follow all the installation instruc-

tions provided by its manufacturer.

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—Installation with child restraint lower anchorages

SU13129

4. Replace the head restraint.

Be sure to replace all covers when the anchor bracket is not in use.

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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.

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 on 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.

Type A

Type B

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CAUTION

 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.

 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.

 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.

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SU13137

On the vehicle with non–separate non– foldable fixed type seatback, a seat belt for the rear center seat is prepared in the front of a lower anchor. Therefore, in case of fixing the child restraint system to the rear left seat, slide the seat belt for the rear center seat as shown in the illustration and fix it to the lower anchor.

Tilt steering wheel

SU13111

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.

CAUTION

When installing the child restraint system, pay attention not to catch a seat belt and other irregular objects. Otherwise, this can cause severe injury to the child in case of a sudden braking or collision.

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Outside rear view mirrors—

CAUTION

 Do not adjust the steering wheel

while the vehicle is moving. It may cause the driver to mishandle the vehicle and an accident may occur resulting in death or serious injuries.

 After adjusting the steering wheel,

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

SU13058

Adjust the mirror so that you can just 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.

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 death or serious injuries.

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—Rear view mirror remote control

SY13077a

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.

Anti–glare inside rear view mirror

SP13503

Adjust the mirror so 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.

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

SU13061

To use the vanity mirrors, swing down the sun visor and open the cover.

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SECTION 1–

OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS

Lights, Wipers and Defogger

Headlights a nd turn signals 72. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Emergency flashers 73. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Instrument panel light cont rol 74. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Interior light 74. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Windshield wipers and washer 74. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Rear window defogger 75. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Headlights and turn signals

SP14001

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 and tail lights 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.

SP14014

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”.

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Emergency flashers

NOTICE

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

SU14014

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.

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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Instrument panel light control

Interior light

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Windshield wipers and washer

SU14006

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

SU14007

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 fades out.

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Type A

SU14016

Type B

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

The key must be in the “ON” position. Type A—

Lever position

Positi on 1 Slow Positi on 2 Fast

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

Type B—

Lever position

Positi on 1 Intermittent Positi on 2 Slow Positi on 3 Fast

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

Speed setting

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To squirt washer fluid, pull the lever toward you.

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.

NOTICE

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

Rear window defogger

SU14013

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.

On some models, the system will automatically shut off after the defogger has operated about 15 minutes.

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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



To prevent the battery from being discharged, turn the switch on when the engine is running.



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

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SECTION 1–

OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS

Gauges, Meters and Service reminder indicators

Fuel gauge 78. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Engine coolant temperature indicator and warning l ight 78. . . . . . . . . .

Odometer and two trip meters 79. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Service reminder indi cators and w arning buzzers 80. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Fuel gauge

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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 indicator and warning light

High engine coolant temperature warning light in red

SU15005

Low engine coolant temperature indicator light in blue

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.

If the fuel level approaches “E” or the low fuel level warning light flashes, 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.

The indicator and warning lights indicate the engine coolant temperature when the ignition switch is on. The engine operating temperature will vary with changes in weather and engine load.

The high engine coolant temperature warning light will come on when the ignition key is turned to the “ON” position. After a few seconds, the light will go off.

If your engine coolant temperature is cool with the ignition switch on, the low engine coolant temperature indicator light comes on. If it keeps lighting on with the engine fully warmed, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle.

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If the high engine coolant temperature warning light flashes, 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:

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

speed driving.

 Idling for a long period with the air

conditioning on in stop–and–go traffic.

NOTICE



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.



Do not continue driving with an overheated engine. See “If your vehicle overheats” in Section 4.

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Odometer and two trip meters

SU15003

This meter displays the odometer and two trip meters.

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

2. Two trip meters—Shows 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.

3. Trip meter reset knob—It can reset 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.

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Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers

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If the indicator or buzzer comes on...

(a) If parking brake

(b) Fas ten driver ’s

(Indicator and buzzer)

(d) Stop and check.

(e) Take vehicle to

(f) Fill up tank.

Do this.

is off, stop immediately and

contact Toyota dealer.

seat belt.

passenger’s seat belt.

Toy ota dealer.

If the indicator or buzzer comes on...

(g) Stop and check.

(h) Take vehicle to

(i) Close all doors.

(j) Take vehicle to

(k) Add washer fluid.

(l) Stop and check.

(in red)

Do this.

Toy ota dealer.

Toy ota dealer immediately.

If the indicator or buzzer comes on...

Key reminder

(m) Remove key.

buzzer

(n) Turn off lights.Light reminder

buzzer

Do this.

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(a) Brake System Warning Light

This light comes on in the following cases when the ignition key is in the “ON” position.

 When the parking brake is applied...  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 cases:

The light does not come on even if the parking brake is applied when the ignition key is in the “ON” position.

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) Driver’s 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 and buzzer come on if the driver’s seat belt is not fastened. Unless the driver fastens the belt, the light stays on and the buzzer stops after about 4 to 8 seconds.

Reminder Light

This light reminds you to buckle up the front passenger’s seat belt.

Once the ignition key is turned to “ON” or “START”, the reminder light comes on if a passenger sits in the front passenger seat and does not fasten the seat belt. Unless the front passenger fastens the belt, the light stays on. This light reminds you to buckle up, the front passenger’s seat belt.

If luggage load is placed on the front passenger seat, depending on its weight and how it is placed on the seat, built–in sensors in the seat cushion may detect the pressure, causing the reminder light to come on.

(d) Discharge Warning Light

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.

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(e) 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.

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

(f) 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.

(g) 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.

NOTICE

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

(h) “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.

 The light does not come on when the

ignition key is turned to the “ON” position, or remains on.

 The light comes on while you are driv-

ing.

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

(i) Open Door Warning Light

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

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(j) SRS Warning Light This light will come on when the igni-

tion key is turned to the “ON” position. After about 6 seconds, the light will go off. This means the system of the airbags 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.

 The light does not come on when the

ignition key is turned to the “ON” position or remains on.

 The light comes on or flashes while

driving.

(k) 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.)

The light operates to warn that the engine is almost overheating.

(l) High Engine Coolant Temperature

Warning Light

The light operates to warn that the engine is almost overheating.

The light will come on when the ignition key is turned to the “ON” position. After a few seconds, the light will go off.

If it flashes while you are driving, stop the vehicle and check your engine. For detailed instructions, see “If your vehicle overheats” in Section 4.

NOTICE

Continued driving with the light on could result in engine overheating.

(m) 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.

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(n) 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 side doors or back door. 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 “ON”. 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, either the bulb is burned out or the circuit is in need of repair. Have it checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

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SECTION 1–

OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS

Ignition switch, Transmission and Parking brake

Ignition switch with steering lock 86. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Automatic transmission 87. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Manual transmission 91. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Parking brake 92. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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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 ve-

hicle 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

Lock release button To prev ent misshifting

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

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Selector lever

Overdriv e switch

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

The shift position is displayed on the instrument cluster.

P: Parking, engine starting and

key removal

R: Reverse N: Neutral D: Normal driving (with overdrive on) 2: Stronger engine braking L: Maximum engine braking

Shift while holding the lock release button in

Shift normally

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(b) Overdrive switch

You can select either third gear(with overdrive off) or forth gear (with overdrive on) by pushing this switch.

To turn the overdrive off, push the switch. The “O/D OFF” indicator light should come on. To turn the overdrive again, push the switch again. The “O/D OFF” indicator light should go off.

Always drive your vehicle with the overdrive on for better fuel economy and quieter driving.

If the engine is turned off when the overdrive is off and restarted, the overdrive will automatically be on.

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.

Always turn the overdrive switch on for better fuel economy and quieter driving. If the engine coolant temperature is low, the transmission will not shift into overdrive gear even with the overdrive switch on.

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.

(d) Using engine braking

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

 Push the overdrive switch. The “O/D

OFF” indicator light will come on and the transmission will downshift to third gear.

 Shift into the “2” position. The trans-

mission will downshift to second gear when the vehicle speed drops down to or lower than 96 km/h (59 mph), and more powerful engine braking will be enabled.

 Shift into the “L” position. The trans-

mission will downshift to first gear when the vehicle speed drops down to or lower than 48 km/h (29 mph), and maximum engine braking will be enabled.

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CAUTION

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

(e) Using “2” and “L” positions

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



Be careful not to overrev the engine. The approximate maximum allowable speed for each position is given below for your reference:

.................

“2”

..................

“L”



Do not continue hill climbing or

111 km/h (69 mph)

60 km/h (37 mph)

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.

(f) 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.

(g) 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

While the vehicle is moving, never attempt to move the selector lever into “P” position under any circumstances. Serious mechanical damage and loss of vehicle control may result.

(h) Good driving practice

 If the transmission repeatedly shifts up

and down between the third gear and overdrive when climbing a gentle slope, the overdrive switch should be turned off. Be sure to turn the switch on immediately afterward.

 When towing a trailer, in order to main-

tain engine braking efficiency, do not use overdrive.

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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.

(i) 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 you rock your vehicle, observe the following precautions to prevent damage to the transmission and other parts.



Do not depress the accelerator pedal while shifting the selector lever or before the transmission is completely shifted to forward or reverse gear.



Do not race the engine and avoid spinning the wheels.



If your vehicle remains stuck after rocking the vehicle several times, consider other ways such as towing.

(j) 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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Manual transmission

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The shift pattern is conventional as shown above.

Press the clutch pedal down fully while shifting, and then release it slowly. Do not rest your foot on the pedal while driving, because it will cause clutch trouble. And do not use the clutch to hold the vehicle when stopped on an uphill grade—use the parking brake.

Recommended shifting speeds

The transmission is fully synchronized and upshifting or downshifting is easy.

For the best compromise between fuel economy and vehicle performance, you should upshift or downshift at the following speeds:

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Low altitude —1219 m (4000 ft.) or lower

gear km/h (mph) 1 to 2 or 2 to 1 24 (15) 2 to 3 or 3 to 2 40 (25) 3 to 4 or 4 to 3 64 (40) 4 to 5 / 5 to 4 72/64 (45/40)

High altitude —Higher than 1219 m (4000 ft.)

Upshifting

gear km/h (mph) 1 to 2 24 (15) 2 to 3 57 (36) 3 to 4 72 (45) 4 to 5 85 (53)

Downshifting

gear km/h (mph) 2 to 1 24 (15) 3 to 2 40 (25) 4 to 3 64 (40) 5 to 4 64 (40)

Downshift to the appropriate gear if acceleration is needed when you are cruising below the above downshifting speeds.

Upshifting too soon or downshifting too late will cause lugging, and possibly pinging. Regularly revving the engine to maximum speed in each gear will cause excessive engine wear and high fuel consumption.

Maximum allowable speeds

To get on a highway or to pass slower traffic, maximum acceleration may be necessary. Make sure you observe the following maximum allowable speeds in each gear:

gear km/h (mph)

1 54 (33) 2 100 (62) 3 146 (91)

NOTICE

Do not downshift if you are going faster than the maximum allowable speed for the next lower gear.

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Good driving practice

 If it is difficult to shift into reverse, put

the transmission in neutral, release the clutch pedal momentarily, and then try again.

 When towing a trailer, in order to main-

tain engine braking efficiency, do not use the fifth gear.

CAUTION

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

NOTICE

Make sure the vehicle is completely stopped before shifting into reverse.

Parking brake

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When parking, firmly apply the parking brake to avoid inadvertent creeping.

To set: Pull up the lever. For better holding power, first depress the brake pedal and hold it while setting the parking brake. To release: Pull up the lever slightly (1), press the thumb button (2), and lower (3).

To remind you that the parking brake is set, the parking brake reminder light in the instrument panel remains on until you release the parking brake.

CAUTION

Before driving, be sure the parking brake is fully released and the parking brake reminder light is off.

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Type B

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OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS

Car audio system

Reference 94. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Using your audio system 94. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Car audio system operating hints 114. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Reference

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Type 1: AM·FM ETR radio (with cassette and compact disc auto changer controller)

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Type 2: AM·FM ETR radio/cassette player (with compact disc auto changer controller)

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Type 3: AM·FM ETR radio/cassette player/ compact disc player (with compact disc auto changer controller)

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Using your audio system— —Some basics

This section describes some of the basic features on Toyota audio systems. Some information may not pertain to your system.

Your audio system works when the ignition key is in the “ACC” or “ON” position.

TURNING THE SYSTEM ON AND OFF

Push “PWR/VOL” or “PWR·VOL” to turn the audio system on and off.

Push “AM”, “FM1·2”, “TAPE”, “CD” or “AUX” to turn on that function without pushing “PWR/VOL” or “PWR·VOL”.

You can turn on each player by inserting a cassette tape or compact disc.

You can turn off each player by ejecting the cassette tape or compact disc. If the audio system was previously off, then the entire audio system will be turned off when you eject the cassette tape or compact disc. If another function was previously playing, it will come on again.

SWITCHING BETWEEN FUNCTIONS

Push “AM”, “FM1·2”, “TAPE”, “CD” or “AUX” if the system is already on but you want to switch from one function to another.

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TONE AND BALANCE

For details about your system’s tone and balance controls, see the description of your own system.

Tone

How good an audio program sounds to you is largely determined by the mix of the treble, midrange, and bass levels. In fact, different kinds of music and vocal programs usually sound better with different mixes of treble, midrange and bass.

Balance

A good balance of the left and right stereo channels and of the front and rear sound levels is also important.

Keep in mind that if you are listening to a stereo recording or broadcast, changing the right/left balance will increase the volume of one group of sounds while decreasing the volume of another.

YOUR RADIO ANTENNA

To lower a manual antenna, carefully push it down.

NOTICE

To prevent damage to the antenna, make sure it is retracted before driving your Toyota through an automatic car wash.

YOUR CASSETTE PLAYER

When you insert a cassette, the exposed tape should be to the right.

NOTICE

Do not oil any part of the player and do not insert anything other than cassette tapes into the slot, or the tape player may be damaged.

YOUR COMPACT DISC PLAYER

When you insert a disc, gently push it in with the label side up. (The player will automatically eject a disc if the label side is down.) The compact disc player will play from track 1 through the end of the disc. Then it will play from track 1 again.

NOTICE

Never try to disassemble or oil any part of the compact disc player. Do not insert anything except a compact disc into the slot.

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—Controls and features

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Details of specific buttons, controls, and features are described in the alphabetical listing that follows.

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1 2 3 4 5 6 (Preset buttons)

These buttons are used to preset and tune in radio stations.

To preset a station to a button: Tune in the desired station (see “TUNE” knob or “SEEK” button). Push and hold down the button until you hear a beep—this will set the station to the button. The button number will appear on the display.

To tune in to a preset station: Push the button for the station you want. The button number and station frequency will appear on the display.

These systems can store one AM and two FM stations for each button (The display will show “AM”, “FM1” or “FM2” when you push “AM” “FM1·2”).

(Program)

Push “ cassette tape. The display indicates which side is currently selected (“

top side, “ Auto–reverse feature: After the cassette

player reaches the end of a tape side, it automatically reverses and begins to play the other side. This is true whether the cassette was playing or fast forwarding.

” to select the other side of a

” indicates

” indicates bottom side).

(Reverse/Fast forward buttons)

Cassette Player

Push the fast forward button to fast forward a cassette tape. “FF” will appear on the display. Push the reverse button to rewind a tape. “REW” will appear on the display.

To stop the tape while it is fast forwarding, push the fast forward button or “TAPE”; to stop the tape while it is rewinding, push the reverse button or “TAPE”.

If a tape side rewinds completely, the cassette player will stop and then play that same side. If a tape fast forwards completely, the cassette player will play the other side of the tape, using the auto–reverse feature.

Compact Disc Player

If you want to fast forward or reverse through a compact disc track, push and hold in the fast forward or reverse button. When you release the button, the compact disc player will resume playing.

Push “AM” to turn on the radio and select the AM band. “AM” will appear on the display.

If the audio system is off, you can turn on the radio by pushing “AM”. Also, push “AM” to switch from cassette or compact disc operation to radio operation.

CTRL / MODE (Audio control and mode adjustment)

Manual tone adjustment function—

This knob is used to adjust the tone manually.

For low–pitch tone adjustment, push “CTRL / MODE” repeatedly until “BAS” appears on the display. Then turn the knob to suit your preference.

The display will show the range from “BAS –5” to “BAS 5”.

For high–pitch tone adjustment, push “CTRL / MODE” repeatedly until “TRE” appears on the display. Then turn the knob to suit your preference.

The display will show the range from “TRE –5” to “TRE 5”.

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Sound balance adjustment function—

This knob is also used to adjust the sound balance between the front and rear, and the right and left speakers.

For front/rear adjustment, push “CTRL / MODE” repeatedly until “FAd” appears on the display. Then turn the knob to adjust the front/rear balance.

The display will show the range from “FAd–F7” to “FAd–R7”.

For left/right adjustment, push “CTRL / MODE” repeatedly until “BAL” appears on the display. Then turn the knob to adjust the left/right balance.

The display will show the range from “BAL–L7” to “BAL–R7”.

AUX (Auxiliary button)

This button is used to operate each player when a cassette tape player, compact disc player or compact disc auto changer is equipped with this radio player.

With cassette tape player

Push “AUX” to switch from radio to cassette operation. If the audio system is off, you can turn on the cassette player by pushing “AUX”. In both cases, a cassette must already be loaded in the player.

With compact disc player or compact disc auto changer

Push “AUX” to switch from radio to compact disc operation. If the audio system is off, you can turn on the compact disc player by pushing “AUX”. In both cases, a disc must already be loaded in the player.

When the audio is set into compact disc operation, the display shows the track or, track and disc number currently being played. Each time you push “AUX”, the system changes to the automatic changer.

If the player malfunctions, your audio system will display one of the six following error messages.

If “WAIT” appears on the display, it indicates that the inside of the player unit may be too hot due to the very high ambient temperature. Remove the disc or magazine from the player and allow the player to cool down.

If “Err 1” appears on the display, it indicates the disc is dirty, damaged, or it was inserted up–side down. Clean the disc or insert it correctly.

If “Err 2” appears on the display, it indicates no disc is loaded inside the magazine. Insert a disc.

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If “Err 3” or “Err 4” appears on the display, it indicates there is a trouble in-

side the system. Eject the disc or magazine. Set the disc or magazine again.

If “OPEn” appears on the display, it indicates the compact disc auto changer lid is open. Close the compact disc auto changer lid.

If the malfunction is not rectified, take your vehicle to your Toyota dealer.

DISC 

Compact disc auto changer only— By using this button, you can select a

disc you wish to listen to. Push either side of the button until the

number of the disc you want to listen to appears on the display.

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Dolby

If you are listening to a tape that was recorded with Dolby B Noise Reduction, push the button marked with the double–D symbol. The double–D symbol will appear on the display. Push the button again to turn off Dolby B NR.

The Dolby NR mode reduces tape noise by about 10 dB. For best sound reproduction, play your tapes with this button on or off according to the mode used for recording the tape.

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: Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. “DOLBY” and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

FM1·2

Push “FM1·2” to turn on the radio and select the FM band. “FM1” or “FM2” will appear on the display. This system allows you to set twelve FM stations, two for each button.

If the audio system is off, you can turn on the radio by pushing “FM1·2”. Also, push “FM1·2” to switch from cassette or compact disc operation to radio operation.

PWR/VOL (Power/Volume)

Push “PWR/VOL” to turn the audio system on and off. Turn “PWR/VOL” to adjust the volume.

RAND (Random)

There are two random features—you can either listen to the tracks on all the compact discs in the magazine in random order, or only listen to the tracks on a specific compact disc in random order.

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Random playing for the tracks on a disc: Quickly push and release “RAND”. “RAND” will appear on the display. The disc you are listening to will play in random order. If you hear a beep, you held the button too long, and the player will play all the tracks in the magazine in random order. To turn off the random feature, push “RAND” again.

Compact disc auto changer only— Random playing for all the tracks in the

magazine: Push and hold “RAND” until you hear a

beep. “ play and the player will perform all the

tracks on all the discs in the magazine in random order. To turn off the random feature, push “RAND” again.

RPT (Repeat) Cassette Player

Push “RPT” while the track is playing. “RPT” will appear on the display. When the track ends, it will automatically be rewound and replayed. This process will be continued until you push the button again to turn off the repeat feature.

There must be at least 3 seconds of blank space between tracks in order for the repeat feature to work correctly.

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Compact Disc Player

There are two repeat features—you can either replay a disc track or a whole compact disc.

Repeating a track: Quickly push and release “RPT” while the track is playing. “RPT” will appear on the display. If you hear a beep, you held the button too long, and the player will repeat the whole disc. When the track ends, it will automatically be replayed. This process will be continued until you push the button again to turn off the repeat feature.

Compact disc auto changer only— Repeating a disc:

Push and hold “RPT” until you hear a beep. “

·RPT” will appear on the dis-

play. The player will repeat all the tracks on the disc you are listening to. When the disc ends, the player will automatically go back to the top track of the disc and replay. This process will be continued until you push the button again to turn off the repeat feature.

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SCAN Radio

You can either scan all the frequencies on a band or scan only the preset stations for that band.

To scan the preset stations: Push and hold “SCAN” until you hear a beep. The radio will tune in the next preset station up the band, stay there for 5 seconds, and then move to the next preset station. To select a station, push “SCAN” again.

To scan all the frequencies: Quickly push and release “SCAN”. If you hear a beep, you held the button too long, and the radio will scan the preset stations. The radio will find the next station up the station band, stay there for 5 seconds, and then scan again. To select a station, push “SCAN” again.

Compact disc player

There are two scan features—you can either scan the tracks on a specific disc or scan the first tracks of all the discs in the magazine.

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Scanning the tracks on a disc: Quickly push and release “SCAN”. “SCAN” will appear on the display and the player will scan all the tracks on the disc you are listening to. If you hear a beep, you held the button too long, and the player will scan the first track of all the discs in the magazine. To select a track, push “SCAN” again. If the player scanned all the tracks on the disc, it will stop scanning.

Compact disc auto changer only— Scanning the first track of all the discs in

the magazine: Push “SCAN” until you hear a beep.

·SCAN” will appear on the display

“ and the player will perform the first track

of the next disc. To select a disc, push the “SCAN” again. If the player has scanned all the discs, it will stop scanning.

SEEK (Seeking) Radio

In the seek mode, the radio finds and plays the next station up or down the station band.

To seek a station, quickly push and release the “” or “” under the “SEEK”. Do this again to find another station.

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Cassette Player

By using this button, you can skip up or down to a different track.

You can skip up to nine tracks at a time. Push the up or down side of the button.

“FF 1” or “REW 1” will appear on the display.

Next, push either side of the track button until the number on the display reaches the number of tracks you want to skip. If you push the button ten times, the skip feature will be turned off.

When counting the number of tracks you want to rewind, remember to count the current track as well. For example, if you want to rewind to a song that is two before the song you are listening to, push on the down side of the button until “REW 3” appears on the display.

If you have pushed the track button more than you wanted to, push the other side of the button. The track number will be reduced.

The track number you select is not valid if it is higher than the number of tracks remaining on the current cassette side.

 After the beginning of the tape is

reached, the player will automatically start playing the same side.