Toyota SOLARA 2004 Owner Manual
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SECTION 1-
OPERATIO N OF INSTRUMENTS AND
CONTROLS
Overview of instruments and controls
Instrument panel overview 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Instrument cluster overview 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Indicator symbols on the i nstrument panel 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Instrument panel overview
Coupe
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1. Side defroster outlets
2. Side vents
3. Instrument cluster
4. Center vents
5. Personal lights
6. Electric moon roof switch
7. Garage door opener
8. Auxiliary box
9. Power door lock switches
10. Power window switches
11 . G lo ve b ox
12. Portable ashtray
13. Power outlet
14. Cup holder
15. Parking b rake lever
16. Automatic transmission selector lever
or manual transmission gear shift lever
17. Theft deterrent system/engine
immobilizer system indicator light
18. Power rear view mirror control switches
19. Hood lock release lever
20. Window lock switch
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1. Side defroster outlets
2. Side vents
3. Instrument cluster
4. Garage door opener
5. Convertible top latch handles
6. Center vents
7. Personal lights
8. Power door lock switches
9. Power window switches
10. Glove box
11. Portable ashtray
12. Power outlet
13. Cup holder
14. Parking b rake lever
15. Automatic transmission selector lever
16. Theft deterrent system/engine
immobilizer system indicator light
17. All window control switch
18. Convertible top control switch
19. Power rear view mirror control switches
20. Hood lock release lever
21. Window lock switch
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1. Headlight, turn signal and front fog
light switches
2. Audio remote control switches
3. Multi- information display control switch
4. Wiper and washer switches
5. Multi- information displays
6. Front passenger’s occupant
classification indicator light/front
passenger seat belt reminder light
7. Emergency flasher switch
8. Car audio
9. Air conditioning controls
10. Rear window defogger switch
11. Auxiliary box
12. Power outlet
13. Ignition switch
14. Cruise control switch
15. Tilt steering lock release lever
16. Telescopic steering lock release lever
17. Tire pressure warning system reset
switch
18. “TRAC OFF” (traction control system
off) switch
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1. Headlight, turn signal and front fog
light switches
2. Audio remote control switches
3. Multi- information display control switch
4. Wiper and washer switches
5. Multi- information displays
6. Front passenger’s occupant
classification indicator light/front
passenger seat belt reminder light
7. Emergency flasher switch
8. Car audio
9. Air conditioning controls
10. Rear window and outside rear view
mirror defogger switch
11. Auxiliary box
12. Power outlet
13. Seat heater switches
14. Ignition switch
15. Cruise control switch
16. Tilt steering lock release lever
17. Telescopic steering lock release lever
18. Tire pressure warning system reset
switch
19. “TRAC OFF” (traction control system
off) switch
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Instrument cluster overview
2AZ- FE engine
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1. Tachometer
2. Service reminder indicators and
indicator lights
3. Speedometer
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4. Engine coolant temperature gauge
5. Fuel gauge
6. Automatic transmission shift position
indicator lights
7. Odometer and two trip meters
8. Trip meter reset knob/ins trument panel
light control knob
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1. Tachometer
2. Service reminder indicators and
indicator lights
3. Speedometer
4. Engine coolant temperature gauge
5. Fuel gauge
6. Automatic transmission shift range
position display
7. Automatic transmission shift position
indicator lights
8. Odometer and two trip meters
9. Trip meter reset knob/ins trument panel
light control knob
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Indicator symbols on the instrument panel
or
Brake system warning light
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Low fuel level warning light
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1
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Driver’s seat belt reminder light
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Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light
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Discharge warning light
Malfunction indicator lamp
Low engine oil pressure warning light
1
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1
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1
or
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1
Anti- lock brake system warning light
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Open door warning light
SRS warning light
1
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1
Low tire pressure warning light
Vehicle stability control system/traction control
system warning light
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1
Low windshield washer fluid level warning light
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1
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1
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Engine oil replacement reminder light
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Front passenger occupant classification indicator
light
Turn signal indicator lights
Headlight high beam indicator light
Slip indicator light
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: For details, see “Service reminder indicators and warning
buzzers” on page 129 in Section 1- 6.
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: If this light flashes, see “Cruise control” on page 155 in Sec-
tion 1- 7.
Traction control system off indicator light
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Cruise control indicator light
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SECTION 1-
OPERATIO N OF INSTRUMENTS AND
CONTROLS
Keys and Doors
Keys 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine immobilizer system 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wireless remote control 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Side doors 20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power windows 23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Trunk lid 26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hood 28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Theft deterrent system 29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel tank cap 31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electric moon roof 33. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Convertible top 35. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Keys
Your vehicle is supplied with two kinds
of keys.
1. Master keys (black)—
These keys work in every lock. Your
Toyota dealer will need one of them to
make a new key with a built- in transponder chip.
Since the doors 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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2. Sub key (gray)—
This key will not work in the trunk lid
lock release lever and glove box.
To protect items locked in the trunk or
glove box when using valet parking,
leave the sub key with the attendant.
A transponder chip for engine immobilizer
system has been placed in the head of
the master and sub keys. These chips are
needed to enable the system to function
correctly, so be careful not to lose these
keys. If you make your own duplicate key,
you will not be able to cancel the system
or start the engine.
NOTICE
When using a key containing a transponder chip, observe the following
precautions:
When starting the engine, do not
use the key with a key ring resting
on the key grip and do not press
the key ring against the key grip.
Otherwise the engine may not start,
or may stop soon after it starts.
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When starting the engine, do not
use the key with other transponder
keys around (including keys of other vehicles) and do not press other
key plates against the key grip.
Otherwise the engine may not start,
or may stop soon after it starts. If
this happens, remove the key once
and then insert it again after removing other transponder keys (including keys of other vehicles) from the
ring or while gripping or covering
them with your hand to start the
engine.
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Do not bend the key grip.
Do not cover the key grip with any
material that cuts off electromagnetic waves.
Do not knock the key hard against
other objects.
Do not leave the key exposed to
high temperatures for a long period,
such as on the dashboard and hood
under direct sunlight.
Do not put the key in water or
wash it in an ultrasonic washer.
Do not use the key with electromagnetic materials.
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Engine immobilizer system
KEY NUMBER PLATE
Your key number is shown on the plate.
Keep the plate in a safe place such as
your wallet, not in the vehicle.
If you should lose your keys or if you
need additional keys, duplicates can be
made by a Toyota dealer using the key
number.
We recommend writing down the key number and storing it in a safe place.
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The engine immobilizer system is a
theft prevention system. When you insert the key in the ignition switch, the
transponder chip in the key’s head
transmits an electronic code to the vehicle. The engine will start only when
the electronic code in the chip corresponds to the registered ID code for
the vehicle.
The system is automatically set when the
key is removed from the ignition switch.
The indicator light will start flashing to
show the system is set.
If any of the following indicator conditions
occurs, contact your Toyota dealer.
The indicator light stays on except
when the theft deterrent system is setting or activating. (See “Theft deterrent
system” on page 29 in this Section.)
The indicator light does not start flash-
ing when the key is removed from the
ignition switch.
The indicator light flashes inconsistent-
ly.
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Inserting the registered key in the ignition
switch automatically cancels the system,
which enables the engine to start. The
indicator light will go off.
For your Toyota dealer to make you a
new key with built- in transponder chip,
your dealer will need your key number
and master key. However, there is a limit
to the number of additional keys your
Toyota dealer can make for you.
If you make your own duplicate key,
you will not be able to cancel the system or start the engine.
NOTICE
Do not modify, remove or disassemble the engine immobilizer system. If any unauthorized changes or
modifications are made, proper operation of the system cannot be guaranteed.
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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.
CAUTION
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
For vehicles sold in Canada
This device complies with RSS-210 of
Industry 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.
Wireless remote control
1. Lock switch
2. Unlock switch
3. Alarm switch
4. Trunk lid open switch
The wireless remote control system is
designed to lock or unlock both doors,
open the trunk lid or activate the alarm
from a distance within approximately 1
m (3 ft.) of the vehicle.
When you operate any switch, push it
slowly and securely.
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The wireless remote control transmitter is
an electronic component. Observe the following instructions in order not to cause
damage to the transmitter.
Do not leave the transmitter in places
where the temperature becomes high
such as on the dashboard.
Do not disassemble it.
Avoid knocking it hard against other
objects or dropping it.
Avoid putting it in water.
You can use up to 4 wireless remote control transmitters for the same vehicle.
Contact your Toyota dealer for detailed
information.
If the wireless remote control transmitter
does not actuate the doors or alarm, or
operate from a normal distance:
Check for closeness to a radio trans-
mitter such as a radio station or an
airport which can interfere with normal
operation of the transmitter.
The battery may have been consumed.
Check the battery in the transmitter. To
replace the battery, see “—Replacing
battery” on page 18.
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If you lose your transmitter, contact your
Toyota dealer as soon as possible to
avoid the possibility of theft, or an accident. (See “If you lose your wireless remote control transmitter” on page 275 in
Section 4.)
This complies with Part 15 of the FCC
rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
—Locking and unlocking
doors
Locking operation
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Unlocking operation
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To lock and unlock both doors, push
the switches of the transmitter slowly
and securely.
To lock: Push the “
doors are locked simultaneously. At this
time one beep will be heard, and the turn
signal lights will flash once.
Check to see that the doors are securely
locked.
If either door is not securely closed, locking cannot be performed by the “
switch and a beep will sound continuously
for 10 seconds. However, if the key is in
the ignition, a beep will not sound.
To stop the beep, close both doors securely or push the “
To unlock: Push the “
unlock the driver’s door alone. Pushing
the switch twice within 3 seconds unlocks
passenger’s door simultaneously. Each
time the “
beeps will be heard, and the turn signal
lights will flash twice.
” (lock) switch. Both
” (unlock) switch.
” switch once to
” switch is pushed, two
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Coupe—When unlocking a door when both
doors are locked, the interior light and
ignition switch light come on. The lights
remain on for about 15 seconds unless
either door is opened and closed. (For
further information, see “Interior light” on
page 120 and “Ignition switch light and
quarter trim courtesy light” on page 120
in Section 1-5.)
Convertible—When unlocking a door when
both doors are locked, the ignition switch
light, quarter trim courtesy light and per-
”
sonal lights come on. The lights remain
on for about 15 seconds unless either
door is opened and closed. (For further
information, see “Ignition switch light and
quarter trim courtesy light” on page 120
and “Personal lights” on page 121 in Section 1- 5.)
You have 30 seconds to open a door after
using the wireless remote unlock feature.
If a door is not opened by then, both
doors will be automatically locked again
and one beep will be heard.
If the “
in, the locking or unlocking operation is
not repeated. Release the switch and then
push again.
” or “ ” switch is kept pushed
—Opening trunk lid
To open the trunk lid, push the “ ”
(trunk lid open) switch of the transmitter for 1 second.
If the key is in the ignition, the trunk lid
cannot be opened by the “
” switch.
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—Activating alarm —Switching beep sound —Replacing battery
Pushing the “ ” (alarm) switch blows
the horn intermittently and flashes the
headlights, tail lights, turn signal lights,
and interior light (coupe) or personal
lights (convertible).
The “ ” switch is used to deter vehicle
theft when you witness anyone attempting
to break into or damage your vehicle.
The alarm will last for one minute. To stop
alarm midway, push the “
again, unlock a door with transmitter, or
turn the ignition key from the “LOCK” to
“ON” position.
The alarm does not work when the ignition
key is in the “ON” position.
” switch once
You can switch the beep on and off. (The
beep is on initially and after battery replacement.)
To switch the beep on and off:
With the driver’s door opened—
1. Insert the ignition key and remove it.
2. Within 5 seconds, insert the ignition
key again and turn it to the “ON” position.
3. After 10 seconds, push the same “
“
”, “ ” or “ ” switch twice
within 10 seconds. Two beep sounds
inform you that the program has been
switched on or off.
If this procedure is not followed exactly,
the beep will not operate as expected.
Check the beep ON/OFF operation by
pushing the transmitter switch after you
finish this procedure. If the beep does not
operate as expected, repeat this procedure from step 1.
For replacement, use a CR2032 lithium
battery or equivalent.
CAUTION
Special care should be taken to prevent small children from swallowing
the removed transmitter battery or
components.
”,
When replacing the transmitter bat-
NOTICE
tery, be careful not to lose the components.
Replace only with the same or
equivalent type recommended by a
Toyota dealer.
Dispose of used batteries according
to the local laws.
Replace the transmitter battery by following these procedures:
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1. Using a coin or equivalent, open the
transmitter case.
2. Remove the circuit board, then remove
the discharged transmitter battery.
NOTICE
Take care not to damage the circuit
board.
Do not bend the terminals.
3. Put in a new transmitter battery with
positive (+) side up. Install the circuit
board into the transmitter case.
Close the transmitter case securely.
NOTICE
Make sure the positive side and
negative side of the transmitter battery are faced correctly.
Do not replace the battery with wet
hands. Water may cause unexpected
rust.
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Do not touch or move any components inside the transmitter, or it
may interfere with proper operation.
Be careful not to bend the electrode
when inserting the transmitter battery and that dust or oils do not
adhere to the transmitter case.
Close the transmitter case securely.
After replacing the battery, check that the
transmitter operates properly. If the transmitter still does not operate properly, contact your Toyota dealer.
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Side doors—
LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH KEY
Insert the key into the keyhole and turn
it.
To lock: Turn the key forward.
To unlock: Turn the key backward.
Passenger’s door locks simultaneously
with the driver’s door. Turning the key
once will unlock the driver’s door and
twice in succession will unlock passenger’s door.
Coupe—When unlocking a door when both
doors are locked, the interior light and
ignition switch light will come on and remain on for about 15 seconds before fading out. (For further information, see “Interior light” on page 120 and “Ignition switch
light and quarter trim courtesy light” on
page 120 in Section 1-5.)
Convertible—When unlocking a door when
both doors are locked, the ignition switch
light, quarter trim courtesy light and personal lights will come on and remain on
for about 15 seconds before fading out.
(For further information, see “Ignition
switch light and quarter trim courtesy
light” on page 120 and “Personal lights”
on page 121 in Section 1- 5.)
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LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH
INSIDE LOCK KNOB
Move the lock knob.
To lock: Push the knob forward.
To unlock: Pull the knob backward.
The doors can be opened by pulling the
inside handle even if the lock knobs are
in the locked position.
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CAUTION
Do not pull the inside handle of the
doors while driving. The doors will
open and an accident may occur.
Toyota strongly recommends that all
children be placed in the rear seat of
the vehicle.
Closing the door with the lock knob in the
lock position will also lock the door. Be
careful not to lock your keys in the vehicle.
The door cannot be locked when either
door is open and the key is in the ignition.
Driver’s side
Passenger’s side
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LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH
POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH
Push the switch.
To lock: Push the switch down on the
front side.
To unlock: Push the switch down on the
rear side.
Operating the switch simultaneously locks
or unlocks both doors.
If you do either of the following, no door
can be unlocked with the power door lock
switch.
Lock both doors with the key or wire-
less remote control transmitter when
both doors are closed.
Open the driver’s door or passenger’s
door and move the inside lock knobs
of both doors to the lock position, then
close the doors.
The power door lock switch can be reset
in the following ways.
Turn the ignition key to “ON”.
Unlock both doors with the key or wire-
less remote control transmitter.
Unlock the driver’s door or passenger’s
door with the inside lock knob, and
then unlock both doors with the power
door lock switch.
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—Automatic door locking and
unlocking functions
You can set the following auto door
locking and unlocking functions.
(a) Locking linked with the shift posi-
tion (with automatic transmission
only)
Both doors are locked automatically when
the selector lever is moved out of the “P”
position with the engine running.
This function is the default setting for new
vehicles.
(b) Unlocking linked with the shift posi-
tion (with automatic transmission
only)
Both doors are unlocked automatically
when the selector lever is moved to the
“P” position with the ignition switch in the
“ON” position.
(c) Unlocking linked with opening the
driver’s door
Both doors are unlocked automatically
when the driver’s door is opened within 10
seconds after the ignition switch is turned
from “ON” to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position.
Setting the functions
1. Close both doors.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON”
position.
3. Within 10 seconds after the ignition
switch is turned to the “ON” position;
To set function (a)
Push and hold the front of the power
door lock switch for 5 seconds with the
selector lever in the “P” position.
To set function (b)
Push and hold the rear of the power
door lock switch for 5 seconds with the
selector lever in the “P” position.
To set function (c)
Push and hold the rear of the power
door lock switch for 5 seconds with the
selector lever in any position except
“P”.
Both doors automatically lock and unlock
when you release the power door lock
switch. This indicates that the function is
set. If both doors do not lock and unlock,
the time the switch was held may have
been too short or too long. Perform the
procedure over again starting from step 1.
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If you want to cancel a function, repeat
the procedure. Each time you perform the
procedure, the function is set or cancelled.
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Power windows
The windows can be operated with the
switch on each door.
The power windows work when the ignition
switch is in the “ON” position.
Key off operation: Both windows work for
43 seconds even after the ignition switch
is turned off. They stop working when either door is opened.
OPERATING THE DRIVER’S WINDOW
Use the switch on the driver’s door.
Normal operation: The window moves as
long as you hold the switch.
To open: Lightly push down the switch.
To close: Lightly pull up the switch.
Coupe
Convertible
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Automatic operation:
Coupe—Push the switch completely down
or pull it completely up, and then release
it. The window will fully open or close. To
stop the window partway, lightly move the
switch in the opposite direction and then
release it.
Convertible—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.
Jam protection function (coupe):
During automatic closing operation or key
off closing operation, the window stops
and opens half way if something gets
caught between the window and body.
If the window receives a strong impact,
this function may work even if nothing is
caught.
CAUTION
Never try jamming any part of your
body to activate the jam protection
function intentionally.
The jam protection function may
not work if something gets caught
just before the window is fully
closed.
Window
lock switch
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OPERATING THE PASSENGER’S
WINDOW
Use the switch on the passenger’s
door. The driver’s door also has a
switch that controls the passenger’s
window.
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 passenger’s window
cannot be operated.
OPERATING THE ALL WINDOW
CONTROL SWITCH (convertible)
Both side windows and quarter windows can be operated simultaneously
with the all window control switch.
The windows move as long as you hold
the switch.
To open: Push on the lower side of the
switch
To close: Push on the upper side of the
switch. The side windows will open slightly
before closing if they are not fully opened.
If the side windows stop partway, release
the switch and push it again after a moment, or operate the side power window
switches on the doors.
NORMALIZATION OF THE DRIVER’S
POWER WINDOW (coupe)
If the battery is disconnected or run down,
the driver’s power window may not operate automatically and the jam protection
function will not function correctly after
you reconnect, replace or recharge the
battery. At this time, the “AUTO” indicator
light on the switch will flash. In any of
these cases, you should normalize the
power window.
To normalize the power window
1. Push down the power window switch
and lower the window halfway.
2. Pull up the switch until the window
closes and hold the switch for at least
one second.
Make sure that the window opens and
closes automatically. If the power window
cannot be operated properly, have it
checked by your Toyota dealer.
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Trunk lid—
CAUTION
To avoid serious personal injury, you
must do the following.
Before you close the power win-
dows, always make sure there is
nobody around the power windows.
You must also make sure the
heads, hands and other parts of the
bodies of all occupants are kept
completely inside the vehicle. If
someone’s neck, head or hands get
caught in a closing window, it
could result in a serious injury.
When anyone closes the power windows, make sure he or 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.
Be sure to remove the ignition key
when you leave your vehicle.
Never leave anyone (particularly a
small child) alone in your vehicle,
especially with the ignition key still
inserted. Otherwise, he/she could
use the power window switches and
get trapped in a window. Unattended person (particularly a small
child) can be involved in a serious
accident.
To open the trunk lid, pull up on the
lock release lever.
See “—Stowage precautions” on page 243
in Section 2 for precautions when 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.
To deactivate this lock release lever from
opening the trunk lid, see “—Luggage security system” described below.
The trunk lid can be opened with the wireless remote control transmitter, see “Wireless remote control” on page 15 in this
Section.
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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.
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—Luggage security system
This system prevents someone (with
the sub key) from gaining access to the
trunk by folding down a rear seat or
using the trunk lid lock release lever.
To protect valuables stored in the
trunk, do the following procedure.
1. Coupe—Open the trunk lid and push
down the security lock levers to lock
the rear seatbacks.
After locking the rear seatbacks, try folding them down to make sure they are
securely locked, otherwise someone could
get into the trunk by folding down a rear
seat.
2. Close the trunk lid. Insert the master
key into the keyhole and turn it to
the “LOCK” direction to deactivate
the trunk lid lock release lever.
After the operation, try pulling up the
trunk lid lock release lever to make sure
it is locked.
NOTICE
Implement the above steps to maximize security of the luggage in the
trunk whenever the vehicle is unattended.
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—Intern al trunk release handle Hood
CAUTION
Always lock the trunk lid and all
doors, and keep away the vehicle
keys out of children’s reach.
Never leave children unattended in
the vehicle. Unsupervised children
may lock themselves in the vehicle
or trunk and suffer serious injuries
or death.
If a person is locked in the trunk,
he/she can pull down the phosphorescent handle on the inside of trunk lid
to open the trunk lid.
The phosphorescent (glow- in- the- dark)
handle will continue to glow for a time
after the trunk lid is closed. Exposing the
handle to stronger light will cause it to
glow longer.
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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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Theft deterrent system
2. In front of the vehicle, pull up the
auxiliary catch lever and lift the
hood.
Before closing the hood, check to see that
you have not forgotten any tools, rags,
etc. Then lower the hood and make sure
it locks into place. If necessary, press
down gently on the front edge to lock it.
To deter vehicle theft, the system is
designed to sound 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, tail lights and
turn signal lights, and turns on the interior
light.
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. (See “Engine immobilizer system”
on page 14 for details.)
2. Have all passengers get out of the
vehicle.
3. Close and lock both doors, trunk and
hood.
The indicator light will remain on when
both door s, trunk and hood are closed and
locked.
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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.
CANCELLING THE SYSTEM
The system will be cancelled by the following ways.
Any of the doors are unlocked with the
key or wireless remote control.
The trunk is opened with the wireless
remote control transmitter.
Turn the ignition key to the “ON” posi-
tion.
If the tail lights come on for 2 seconds,
the theft deterrent system has been
alarmed. Check to see if there is any
abnormality with your vehicle.
WHEN THE SYSTEM IS SET
Activating the system
The system will sound the alarm under
the following conditions:
If any of the doors are forcibly un-
locked or opened, or if the trunk or
hood is forcibly opened without the key
or wireless remote control transmitter
If the battery terminal is disconnected
and then reconnected
If the ignition is hotwired
The indicator light will come on when the
system is activated.
If any of the door is unlocked without the
key or wireless remote control transmitter
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
or wireless remote control transmitter.
Open the trunk with the wireless re-
mote control transmitter.
These ways cancel the system at the
same time.
If the battery becomes discharged due
to the vehicle being unused for a long
time, etc., when the battery is recharged
or replaced, the system will give the
alarm. If this happens, immediately unlock
any of the doors with the key or the wireless remote control transmitter, and the
alarm will stop.
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