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Summary of Contents for 1996 Celica

Page 1: ...er s Manual in this vehicle at the time of resale The next owner will need this information also All information and specifications in this manual are current at the time of printing However because o...

Page 2: ...ld know that Toyota does not war rant these products and is not responsible either for their performance repair or replacement or for any damage they may cause to or adverse effect they may have on yo...

Page 3: ...sures or special instructions regarding installation The SRS airbag device in your Toyota contains explo sive chemicals If the vehicle is scrapped with the air bags left as they are it may cause an ac...

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Page 5: ...ine UNLEADED gasoline Research Octane Number 91 Octane Rating 87 or higher 5S FE engine UNLEADED gasoline Research Octane Number 91 Octane Rating 87 or higher For improved vehicle performance the use...

Page 6: ...NTS AND CONTROLS Chapter 1 1 Overview of instruments and controls Instrument panel overview Instrument cluster overview Indicator symbols on the instrument panel http www carownersmanual net carowners...

Page 7: ...witch 8 Ashtray 9 Cup holder 10 Parking brake lever 11 Manual transmission gear shift lever or automatic transmission selector lever 12 Lower vent 13 Hood lock release lever 14 Power window switches a...

Page 8: ...s switch 9 Coupe and liftback Power rear view mirror control switch without power windows Convertible Convertible top control switch and quarter window control switches 10 Cigarette lighter 11 Ignitio...

Page 9: ...ndicator lights 2 Tachometer 3 Odometer 4 Engine coolant temperature gauge 5 Fuel gauge 6 Trip meter 7 Trip meter reset knob 8 Speedometer Instrument cluster overview http www carownersmanual net caro...

Page 10: ...1 Low fuel level warning light 1 Open door warning light 1 SRS airbag warning light 1 Turn signal indicator lights Headlight high beam indicator light Overdrive of f indicator light Cruise control in...

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Page 12: ...rked leave the sub key with the attendant Since the side doors trunk lid and back door can be locked without a key you should always carry a spare master key in case you accidentally lock your keys in...

Page 13: ...both side doors si multaneously LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH IN SIDE LOCK KNOB Move the lock knob To lock Push the knob forward To unlock Pull the knob backward Closing the side door with the lock knob...

Page 14: ...windows be sure that they operate the windows safely When small children are in the ve hicle never let them use the power window switches without supervi sion Use the window lock button to prevent th...

Page 15: ...he driver s door also has a switch that controls the passengers window The window moves as long as you hold the switch To open Pull down the switch To close Push up the switch If you push in the windo...

Page 16: ...o close the trunk lid or back door lower it and press down on it After closing the trunk lid or back door try pulling it up to make sure it is securely closed Keep the trunk lid or back door closed wh...

Page 17: ...se someone could get into the trunk or luggage compartment by folding down a rear seat 2 After closing the trunk lid or back door insert the master key and turn it counterclockwise to deactivate the l...

Page 18: ...s sary press down gently on the front edge to lock it After inserting the support rod into the slot make sure the rod supports the hood securely CAUTION 1 To open the fuel filler door pull the lever u...

Page 19: ...doors are closed it works for 60 seconds even after the ignition switch is turned off It stops working when either side door is opened Sun shade operation The sun shade can be opened or closed by hand...

Page 20: ...art of the top linkage The vehicle should never be driv en with the convertible top partial ly lowered Make sure the top has been either fully latched to the windshield frame or fully lowered before d...

Page 21: ...es not raise or lower in Part 4 2 Push and hold the convertible top control switch on the OPEN side un til the convertible top is completely lowered Raise the sun visors INSTALLING THE TOP BOOT The to...

Page 22: ...astener tape on the top boot to that on the rear seatback REMOVING THE TOP BOOT 1 Push the top boot backward to sep arate its fastener tape from the tape be hind the rear seatback Raising the converti...

Page 23: ...he trunk RAISING THE CONVERTIBLE TOP The ignition switch must be in the ON position to operate the convertible top 4 Lower the sun visors Check that all the side windows and quarter win dows are lower...

Page 24: ...heck that the latch handles are fully seated in the strikers Also pull on the convertible top side rails to make sure the top is securely hooked 6 Raise all the side windows quarter windows and sun vi...

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Page 26: ...y and severe injuries can oc cur in the event of emergency braking or a collision Adjust the driver s seat so that the foot pedals steering wheel and instrument panel controls are within easy reach of...

Page 27: ...abdomen Therefore in the event of a frontal collision the risk of personal injury may increase with increasing recline of the seat back 3 DRIVER S SEAT CUSHION ANGLE ADJUSTING KNOB Turn the knob eithe...

Page 28: ...he seatback and are arranged in their proper position for ready use Make sure the seatback is securely locked by pushing forward and rearward on the top of the seat back For your safety adjust the hea...

Page 29: ...ulder 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 wais...

Page 30: ...ant 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 p...

Page 31: ...LT will appear if the belt receives a severe impact or other force 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 retra...

Page 32: ...rly latching the tab and buckle If the seat belt does not function normally immediately contact your Toyota dealer Adjust the position of the lap and shoulder belts Position the lap belt as low as pos...

Page 33: ...on a different vehicle or for another person or at a differ ent seating position than the one originally intended for To connect the extender to the seat belt insert the tab into the seat belt buckle...

Page 34: ...to the ACC or ON position It goes off after about 6 seconds This means the SRS airbags are operating properly The SRS airbag warning light system monitors the front airbag sensors center airbag sensor...

Page 35: ...the safety of all occupants be sure to always wear seat belts The SRS airbags are not designed to inflate if the vehicle is subjected to a side or rear impact if it rolls over or if it is involved in...

Page 36: ...ger airbag the windshield may also be damaged by absorbing some of the force of the inflating airbag CAUTION The SRS airbag system is de signed only as a supplement to the primary protection of the se...

Page 37: ...le speed and force you may be severely in jured Sit up straight and well back in the seat and always use the seat belts Do not allow a child to stand up or to kneel on the front passenger seat The air...

Page 38: ...S airbag system in some cases Installation of electronic items such as a mobile two way radio cassette tape player or compact disc player Modification of the suspension system Modification of the fron...

Page 39: ...by must itself be properly restrained on the seat with either the lap belt or the lap portion of the lap shoulder belt The child restraint system should conform to the size of the child and properly f...

Page 40: ...by must itself be properly restrained on the seat with either the lap belt or the lap portion of the lap shoulder belt The child restraint system should conform to the size of the child and properly f...

Page 41: ...1 22012 contains 1 bolt 3 types of spacers and 1 locking clip Bolt Part No 91511 60830 A INSTALLATION ON REAR SEAT When installing a rear facing child re straint system follow the same procedure as wh...

Page 42: ...system securely let the shoulder belt retract as far as it will go while firmly pushing down the child re straint system 4 Coupe and liftback only If your child re straint system requires the use of a...

Page 43: ...nt system is secure by pushing and pulling the child restraint sys tem in different directions 5 To remove the child restraint system press the buckle release button and al low the belt to retract Unh...

Page 44: ...s vehicles sold in Cana da are provided with a bracket set in the glovebox designed for use with any of the 2 anchor locations shown in the illustra tion Liftback right seat On the luggage compartment...

Page 45: ...s sold in Cana da are provided with a bracket set in the glovebox C INSTALLATION ON FRONT SEAT Do not use a child restraint system which requires use of a top strap in the front seat A child restraint...

Page 46: ...lap portion of the belt tight CAUTION 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 ta...

Page 47: ...far as it will go while firmly pushing down the child re straint system CAUTION Make sure the seat belt is securely locked and that the child restraint system is secure by pushing and pulling it in di...

Page 48: ...it up and down to make sure it is locked in position Adjust the mirror so you can see the side of your vehicle in the mirror Be careful when judging the size or dis tance of any object seen in the out...

Page 49: ...TICE The rear view mirrors can be folded backward for parking in restricted areas To fold the rear view mirror push back ward To reduce glare from the headlights of the vehicle behind you during night...

Page 50: ...d off To turn them on again turn the key to the ON position or actuate the headlight switch If you are going to park for over one week make sure the head light switch is off NOTICE To prevent the batt...

Page 51: ...tomatically 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...

Page 52: ...To adjust the brightness of the instru ment panel lights turn the knob To turn on the front fog lights twist the band of the headlight and turn signal switch lever They will come on when the tail lig...

Page 53: ...n your side To turn the light off push the switch once again The center switch has the following posi tions DOOR Turn both lights on when either side door or the back door is opened The lights remain...

Page 54: ...ver The key must be in the ON position There are three speed settings Intermittent With the lever at the posi tion 1 Slow With the lever at the position 2 Fast With the lever at the position 3 With in...

Page 55: ...e glass To turn on the rear window wiper twist the lever knob upward The key must be in the ON position There are two speed settings Intermittent With the lever at the posi tion 1 Normal With the leve...

Page 56: ...ndow 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...

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Page 58: ...E It is a good idea to keep the tank over 1 4 full This fuel gauge has a non return type needle which remains at the last indicated position when the ignition switch is turned off If the level approac...

Page 59: ...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...

Page 60: ...riv en since the last time it was set to zero The black digits on white indicate tenths of kilometers or miles 3 Trip meter reset knob It resets the trip meter to zero To reset the trip meter push the...

Page 61: ...ght stays on and the buzzer stops af ter about 4 to 8 seconds c Discharge Warning Light This light warns that the battery is being discharged If it comes on while you are driving there is a problem so...

Page 62: ...r assembly inflators warning light inter connecting wiring and power sources If either of the following conditions occurs this indicates a malfunction somewhere in the parts monitored by the warning l...

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Page 64: ...f and the steer ing wheel is locked The key can be re moved only at this position You must push in the key to turn the key from ACC to the LOCK position On vehicles with an automatic transmission the...

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Page 66: ...downshift to the third gear Shift into the 2 position The trans mission will downshift to the second gear when the vehicle speed drops down to or lower than the maximum al lowable speed for second gea...

Page 67: ...E 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 f If you cannot shift the selector lever out of...

Page 68: ...ll cause exces sive engine wear and high fuel consump tion Maximum allowable speeds To get on a highway or to pass slower traf fic maximum acceleration may be neces sary Make sure you observe the foll...

Page 69: ...Your cruising speed can be maintained up or down grades within the limits of engine performance although a slight speed change may occur when driving up or down the grades On steeper hills a greater s...

Page 70: ...accelerator pedal If you need acceleration for example when passing depress the accelerator pedal enough for the vehicle to exceed the set speed When you release it the ve hicle will return to the sp...

Page 71: ...reset speed is cancelled by pulling the control lever or by depressing the brake pedal or clutch pedal pushing the lever up in the RES ACC direction will restore the speed set prior to cancellation Ho...

Page 72: ...ng your audio system controls and features Anti theft system Car audio system operating hints Air conditioning system Controls Operating tips Instrument panel vents Type 1 AM FM ETR radio Type 2 1 AM...

Page 73: ...ed by the mix of the treble midrange and bass levels In fact different kinds of music and vocal pro grams usually sound better with different mixes of treble mid range and bass Balance A good balance...

Page 74: ...t anything except a compact disc into the slot 8 cm 3 in compact disc singles Your compact disc player does not need an adaptor to play compact disc singles Compact disc singles are about 8 cm 3 in in...

Page 75: ...pecific buttons controls and features are described in the alphabetical listing that follows Using your audio system controls and features Type 1 http www carownersmanual net carownersmanual net carow...

Page 76: ...h the knob back into its retracted position BASS This knob lets you adjust the bass level Push BASS TREB so that it pops out of its retracted position Turn the knob to ad just the bass Push the knob b...

Page 77: ...ng radio ETR Push and release the up or down side of TUNE to step up or down the station band If you hear a beep you held the button too long and the radio will go into the seek mode Seeking In the se...

Page 78: ...71 Details of specific buttons controls and features are described in the alphabetical listing that follows Type 2 1 http www carownersmanual net carownersmanual net carownersmanual net...

Page 79: ...72 Details of specific buttons controls and features are described in the alphabetical listing that follows Type 2 2 http www carownersmanual net carownersmanual net carownersmanual net...

Page 80: ...AM FM to switch between the AM and FM bands Type 2 1 AM or FM will appear on the display Type 2 2 AM FM1 or FM2 will ap pear on the display If the audio system is off you can turn on the radio by pus...

Page 81: ...ries Licensing Corporation DOLBY and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Dolby B C If you are listening to a tape that was re corded with Dolby B or C Noise...

Page 82: ...on that was set most recent ly You can not change the radio station unless you switch out of the cassette play er function Push R M again to turn off the R M fea ture RPT Repeat Type 2 2 only The repe...

Page 83: ...appears on the display If the signal becomes weak the radio re duces the amount of channel separation to prevent the weak signal from creating noise If the signal becomes extremely weak the radio swit...

Page 84: ...77 Button display for radio cassette tape player compact disc player Type 3 http www carownersmanual net carownersmanual net carownersmanual net...

Page 85: ...the cassette tape eject button to eject a cassette Push the compact disc eject button to eject a compact disc After you turn the ignition to LOCK you will be able to eject a cassette but you will not...

Page 86: ...o 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 com pact disc player will resume playing AM FM Push AM FM to...

Page 87: ...time you lis ten to a different program Five common settings are stored in the system s memory when it is manufac tured see illustration To use a preset EQ setting Push EQ The levers for the first se...

Page 88: ...WR VOL Power Volume Push PWR VOL to turn the audio sys tem on and off Turn PWR VOL to adjust the volume RAND Random The random feature allows you to listen to the tracks on a compact disc in random or...

Page 89: ...f blank tape This is especially useful at the end of cassettes Push SKIP SKIP will appear on the display The cassette player will keep track of how much blank space it plays Any time it has played abo...

Page 90: ...n your Toyota NOTICE If you pushed any wrong buttons on the anti theft system the following messages will appear on the display Err You have pushed wrong buttons 1 9 Indicates the number of errors you...

Page 91: ...SCAN until the display goes dark At first SEC will appear on the display If you pushed any wrong buttons Err and the number of errors you have made will appear on the display before SEC does Go back...

Page 92: ...ad On some models and will also turn on 3 Input the existing three digit code You have 10 seconds to enter each digit For example 209 To set the first digit Push 1 until the digit you want appears on...

Page 93: ...ade will appear on the display before SEC does Go back to step 2 and try again If the display returns to while you are entering the code go back to step 3 To make sure the security code has been accep...

Page 94: ...ad On some models and will also turn on 3 Input the existing three digit code You have 10 seconds to enter each digit For example 209 To set the first digit Push 1 until the digit you want appears on...

Page 95: ...turns to while you are entering the code go back to step 3 NOTICE A tenth error will activate the anti theft system and HELP will appear on the display The audio system will be completely inop erable...

Page 96: ...display If you pushed any wrong buttons Err and the number of errors you have made will appear on the display before SEC does Go back to step 2 and try again If the display returns to while you are en...

Page 97: ...other large objects Increasing the bass level may reduce static and fluttering Station swapping If the FM signal you are listening to is interrupted or weak ened and there is another strong station ne...

Page 98: ...isc player you may not hear any sound even though your compact disc player appears to be working Remove the disc from the player and wait until it dries Handle compact discs carefully espe cially when...

Page 99: ...n If you continue to play a disc with rough edges flakes will fall on to the signal side of the disc and cause sound skipping or other problems Compact disc players use invisible laser beam which coul...

Page 100: ...Flow Selector 2 Air Intake Selector 3 A C Button on some models 4 Fan Speed Selector 5 Temperature Selector Air conditioning system Controls http www carownersmanual net carownersmanual net carownersm...

Page 101: ...s 3 Floor Air flows mainly from the floor vents 4 Floor Windshield Air flows mainly from the floor vents and windshield vents 5 Windshield Air flows mainly from the windshield vents For details about...

Page 102: ...sys tem A C button To turn on the air conditioning press the A C button The A C button indicator will come on To turn the air conditioning off press the button again If the A C button indicator flash...

Page 103: ...On humid days do not blow cold air on the windshield The windshield could fog up because of the difference in air temperature on the inside and outside of the windshield Keep the area under the front...

Page 104: ...r best results set controls to Fan speed Any setting except OFF Temperature Towards COLD blue zone Air intake FRESH outside air Air flow PANEL Air conditioning OFF Defogging and defrosting The inside...

Page 105: ...utton is pressed the air condition ing and A C button indicator always come on regardless of whether or not the A C button is pressed in Pressing another button turns off the air conditioning To heat...

Page 106: ...ick adjustment to a full hour is de sired push the 00 button For example if the 00 button is de pressed when the time is between 1 01 1 29 the time will change to 1 00 If the time is between 1 30 1 59...

Page 107: ...ashtray to pre vent other cigarette butts from catching fire After using the ashtray close the ash tray cover completely To remove the ashtray open the ashtray cover and pull it out To use the glovebo...

Page 108: ...king or an accident Keep the cup holder shut when not in use CAUTION When you open the back door the lug gage cover tilts up for easy access to the luggage compartment For additional luggage space unh...

Page 109: ...is properly placed on the floor carpet If the floor mat slips and interferes with the movement of the pedals during driving it may cause an accident CAUTION http www carownersmanual net carownersmanu...

Page 110: ...r Do not drive for a long time at any single speed either fast or slow Do not tow a trailer during the first 800 km 500 miles FUEL TYPE Your new vehicle must use only un leaded gasoline To help preven...

Page 111: ...t does not contain more than 15 of MTBE If the use of gasolines containing MTBE causes poor driveability and or poor fuel economy you should discontinue the use of fuels containing MTBE GASOLINES CONT...

Page 112: ...ing The exhaust gas is very hot Do not drive idle or park your ve hicle over anything that might burn easily such as grass leaves paper or rags A large amount of unburned gases flowing into the three...

Page 113: ...d from time to time If you hit something or notice a change in the sound of the exhaust have the system checked immediately Do not run the engine in a garage or enclosed area except for the time neede...

Page 114: ...and frequent acceleration and decel eration A new engine consumes more oil since its pistons piston rings and cylinder walls have not become conditioned When judging the amount of oil con sumption not...

Page 115: ...h 3 mph You may hear a sound in the engine compartment for a few seconds when the engine is started or just after the vehicle is started This means that the anti lock brake system is in the self chec...

Page 116: ...dealer as soon as possible DRUM IN DISC TYPE PARKING BRAKE SYSTEM with 5S FE engine Your vehicle has a drum in disc type parking brake system This type brake system needs bedding down of the brake sh...

Page 117: ...a collision Do not place anything on the filler panel behind the rear seatback or luggage cover Such items may be thrown about and possibly injure people in the vehicle during sud den braking or an ac...

Page 118: ...fication number VIN is also on the Certification Label 7A FE engine 5S FE engine The engine number is stamped on the engine block as shown Engine number http www carownersmanual net carownersmanual ne...

Page 119: ...tions Since summer tires do not have the same traction performance as snow tires sum mer tires are inadequate for driving on snow covered or icy roads For driving on snow covered or icy roads we recom...

Page 120: ...ly 2 Turn off unnecessary lights and acces sories 3 Manual transmission Press the clutch pedal to the floor and shift the trans mission into neutral Hold the clutch pedal to the floor until the engine...

Page 121: ...ls frequently have the engine checked immediately Always slow down in gusty cross winds This will allow you much better control Drive slowly onto curbs and if pos sible at a right angle Avoid driving...

Page 122: ...at such speeds Do not continue normal driving when the brakes are wet If they are wet your vehicle will require a lon ger stopping distance and it may pull to one side when the brakes are applied Also...

Page 123: ...salt flares small shovel jump er cables etc Your vehicle is designed primarily as a passenger carrying vehicle Towing a trailer will have an adverse effect on han dling performance braking durability...

Page 124: ...out 60 of the trailer load should be in the front half of the trailer and the remaining 40 in the rear HITCHES Use only a hitch which is recom mended by the hitch manufacturer and conforms to the tota...

Page 125: ...ehicle dealer or rental agency for the correct type of wiring and relays for your trail er Check for correct operation of the turn signals and stop lights each time you hitch up Direct splicing may da...

Page 126: ...l This is especially true on wet or slippery surfaces Avoid jerky starts or sudden accelera tion If your vehicle has manual trans mission prevent excessive clutch slip page by keeping engine rpm low a...

Page 127: ...eone retrieve the blocks Do not exceed 72 km h 45 mph or the posted towing speed limit whichever is lower Because insta bility swaying of a towing vehicle trailer combination usually in creases as the...

Page 128: ...only causes faster tire wear but also puts an extra load on the engine which in turn wastes fuel Keep the bottom of your vehicle free from mud etc This not only lessens weight but also helps prevent...

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Page 130: ...the interior light 3 If the light is out dim or goes out when the starter is cranked the battery is dis charged You may try jump starting See c Jump starting for further instructions If the light is O...

Page 131: ...ged electronic components these instruc tions must be followed precisely If you are unsure about how to follow this procedure we strongly recommend that you seek the help of a competent me chanic or t...

Page 132: ...you first connect the positive cable to the discharged battery and then to the booster battery Next connect the nega tive cable to the booster battery and then to a solid stationary unpainted metallic...

Page 133: ...p the hood closed until there is no steam Escaping steam or coolant is a sign of very high pressure CAUTION 3 Visually check to see if the engine drive belt water pump belt is broken or loose Look for...

Page 134: ...reservoir If it is dry add coolant to the reservoir while the engine is running Fill it about half full Do not attempt to remove the radiator cap when the engine and radiator are hot Serious injury c...

Page 135: ...ace in your luggage compartment and its lighter weight helps to improve fuel economy and permits easier installation in case of a flat tire The compact spare tire can be used many times if necessary I...

Page 136: ...ay get caught resulting in damage With a compact spare tire Without a compact spare tire 1 Get the required tools and spare tire 1 Jack handle 2 Jack 3 Tool bag Canada 4 Spare tire 5 Wheel nut wrench...

Page 137: ...e the spare tire out of the vehicle When storing the spare tire put it in place with the outer side of the wheel facing up Then secure the tire by repeating the above removal steps in reverse order to...

Page 138: ...n To get maximum leverage fit the wrench to the nut so that the handle is on the right side as shown above Grab the wrench near the end of the handle and pull up on the handle Be careful that the wren...

Page 139: ...res Lift the flat tire straight off and put it aside Roll the spare wheel into position and align the holes in the wheel with the bolts Then lift up the wheel and get at least the top bolt started thr...

Page 140: ...rage oth er than your hands such as a hammer pipe or your foot Make sure the wrench is securely engaged over the nut Tighten each nut a little at a time in the or der shown Repeat the process until al...

Page 141: ...collision or sudden braking CAUTION If towing is necessary we recommend you to have it done by your Toyota dealer or a commercial tow truck ser vice Proper equipment will help ensure that your vehicle...

Page 142: ...is may cause serious damage to the transmission c Towing with sling type truck NOTICE Do not tow with sling type truck either from the front or rear This may cause body damage If towing service is not...

Page 143: ...sure the parking brake is set 2 Pry up the cover with a flat bladed screwdriver or equivalent 3 Insert the screwdriver or equivalent into the hole to push down the shift lock override button You can s...

Page 144: ...sun visors Check that all the side windows and quarter win dows are lowered If the battery is discharged and the win dows cannot be lowered open both side doors 3 From the rear seat place one hand on...

Page 145: ...rails to make sure the top is securely hooked 6 Return the manual control switch to the opposite side of the MANUAL position attach the cover and close the trunk Raise all the side windows quarter win...

Page 146: ...r palms under either front convertible top side rail around its center and lower the convertible top all the way down Raise the sun visors To prevent personal injury do not grasp the convertible top s...

Page 147: ...u cannot get a duplicate many Toyota dealers can still open the door for you us ing their special tools If you must break a window to get in we suggest breaking the smallest side window because it is...

Page 148: ...ehicle for an extended period of time may cause corrosion even though other parts of the vehicle may be dry High temperatures will cause corro sion to those components of the ve hicle which are preven...

Page 149: ...hields help protect your vehicle Full size shields which come as near to the ground as possible are the best We rec ommend that the fittings and the area where the shields are installed be treated to...

Page 150: ...in an automatic car wash but re member that the paint can be scratched by some type of brushes unfiltered wash ing water or the washing process itself Scratching reduces paint durability and gloss es...

Page 151: ...come off re peat the procedure Commercial foam ing type vinyl cleaners are also available which work well Follow the manufactur er s instructions NOTICE Do not use solvent thinner gasoline or window...

Page 152: ...uld fail to come out with a neutral detergent apply a cleaner that does not contain an organic solvent Never use organic substances such as benzine alcohol or gaso line or alkaline or acid solutions f...

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Page 154: ...ure that the general maintenance items are performed regularly These checks or inspections can be done either by yourself or a qualified technician or if you prefer your Toyota dealer will be pleased...

Page 155: ...e instructions for how to per form them are presented in Part 7 If you are a skilled do it yourself me chanic the Toyota service manuals are recommended Please be aware that do it yourself maintenance...

Page 156: ...or strange noise Seats Check that all front seat controls such as seat adjusters seatback recliner etc op erate smoothly and that all latches lock securely in any position Check that the head restrai...

Page 157: ...fluid temperature See Chapter 7 2 for additional information Exhaust system If you notice any change in the sound of the exhaust or smell exhaust fumes have the cause located and corrected immedi ate...

Page 158: ...a dealer as soon as possible It probably needs adjustment or repair Do not continue driving with the ve hicle unchecked It could result in serious vehicle damage and possi bly personal injury CAUTION...

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Page 160: ...IT YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Chapter 7 1 Introduction Engine compartment overview Fuse locations Do it yourself service precautions Parts and tools http www carownersmanual net carownersmanual net carowne...

Page 161: ...fluid reservoir 4 Fuse blocks 5 Battery 6 Engine coolant reservoir 7 Electric cooling fans 8 Engine oil filler cap 9 Windshield and rear window washer fluid tank Engine compartment overview 7A FE eng...

Page 162: ...id reservoir 4 Fuse blocks 5 Battery 6 Engine coolant reservoir 7 Electric cooling fans 8 Engine oil level dipstick 9 Windshield and rear window washer fluid tank Engine compartment overview 5S FE eng...

Page 163: ...56 1 Passenger s side kick panel 2 Instrument panel 3 Engine compartment left 4 Engine compartment front Canada only Fuse locations http www carownersmanual net carownersmanual net carownersmanual net...

Page 164: ...tor cap or loosen the drain plugs to prevent burning yourself Do not smoke cause sparks or al low open flames around fuel or the battery Their fumes are flam mable Be extremely cautious when work ing...

Page 165: ...ine wear could result Also backfiring could cause a fire in the engine compartment Be careful not to scratch the glass surface with the wiper frame When closing the engine hood check to see that you h...

Page 166: ...tional wrench for terminal clamp bolts Coin for vent plugs Funnel only for adding distilled water Checking and replacing fuses Parts if replacement is necessary Fuse with the same amperage rating as o...

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Page 168: ...h it in as far as it will go or the reading will not be cor rect 4 Pull the dipstick out and look at the oil level on the end CAUTION Be careful not to touch the hot ex haust manifold If the oil level...

Page 169: ...E OIL SELECTION 7A FE engine Use API SH Energy Conserving II multigrade engine oil or IL SAC multigrade engine oil Recommended oil viscosity SAE Temperaturerange anticipated before next oil change 600...

Page 170: ...or below the LOW line add coolant Bring the level up to the FULL line Use only ethylene glycol type coolant See information in the next column If the coolant level drops within a short time after rep...

Page 171: ...ON Take care when filling the reservoir because brake fluid can harm your eyes and damage painted surfaces If fluid gets in your eyes flush your eyes with clean water If you spill the fluid be sure to...

Page 172: ...rigid temperatures the fluid is hot 60 C 80 C or 140 F 175 F You may also check the level when the fluid is cold about room temperature 10 C 30 C or 50 F 85 F if the engine has not been run for about...

Page 173: ...e pressure should be observed The pressure should be checked only when the tires are cold If your vehicle has been parked for at least 3 hours and has not been driven for more than 1 5 km or 1 mile si...

Page 174: ...iorate with age even if they have never or seldom been used This also applies to the spare tire and tires stored for future use REPLACING YOUR TIRES When replacing a tire use only the same size and co...

Page 175: ...n driving on snow or ice On wet or dry roads conventional tires provide better traction than snow tires SNOW TIRE SELECTION If you need snow tires select tires of the same size construction and load c...

Page 176: ...harp turns which may cause the vehicle to bounce Avoid sharp turns or locked wheel braking as use of chains may ad versely affect vehicle handling CAUTION Do not attempt to use a tire chain on the com...

Page 177: ...k that the wheel nuts are tight If you have rotated repaired or changed your tires check that the wheel nuts are still tight after driving 1600 km 1000 miles When using tire chains be careful not to d...

Page 178: ...children away from the bat tery EMERGENCY MEASURES If electrolyte gets in your eyes flush your eyes with clean water immediately and get immediate medical attention If possible con tinue to apply wate...

Page 179: ...the ground cable from the negative terminal mark first and reinstall it last Be careful not to cause a short cir cuit with tools Take care no solution gets into the battery when washing it There are...

Page 180: ...aintenance type battery Hydrometer color Condition Type A Type B Condition GREEN BLUE Good DARK WHITE Charging necessary Have battery checked by your Toyota dealer CLEAR or LIGHT YELLOW RED Add distil...

Page 181: ...ery installed on the vehicle be sure to disconnect the ground cable 3 Be sure the power switch on the re charger is off when connecting the char ger cables to the battery and when dis connecting them...

Page 182: ...h a new fuse into the clip Only install a fuse with the amperage rat ing designated on the fuse box lid If you do not have a spare fuse in an emergency you can pull out the CIG RAD DOME or HTR fuse wh...

Page 183: ...ufacturer s directions for how much to mix with water NOTICE Do not use engine antifreeze or any other substitute because it may damage your vehicle s paint The headlights have the beam angle gauges t...

Page 184: ...lbs with the wattage ratings given in the table Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and require special han dling They can burst or shatter if scratched or dropped Hold a bulb only by its plasti...

Page 185: ...0 C Interior lights without moon roof 8 C Personal lights 5 E Glovebox light 1 2 D Door courtesy lights 3 8 D Luggage compartment light 5 E Trunk light 3 8 D A HB4 halogen bulbs B HB3 halogen bulbs C...

Page 186: ...essary after replacing the bulb When aiming adjustment is nec essary contact your Toyota dealer 1 Loosen the retainer screw and take out the beam unit 2 Turn the cover counterclockwise and remove it F...

Page 187: ...To install the bulb align the cutouts of the bulb with the protrusions of the mounting hole 5 Connect the cords install the cover and turn it clockwise so that two triangle marks are aligned Plug the...

Page 188: ...181 Use a Phillips head screwdriver Use a Phillips head screwdriver Parking and front turn signal lights Front side marker lights http www carownersmanual net carownersmanual net carownersmanual net...

Page 189: ...ear side marker stop and tail light c Stop and tail light d Back up light Rear side marker rear turn signal stop and tail and back up lights coupe and convertible http www carownersmanual net carowner...

Page 190: ...al light c Stop and tail light d Back up light Use a Phillips head screwdriver Rear side marker rear turn signal stop and tail and back up lights liftback License plate lights http www carownersmanual...

Page 191: ...184 High mounted stoplight coupe High mounted stoplight liftback http www carownersmanual net carownersmanual net carownersmanual net...

Page 192: ...185 http www carownersmanual net carownersmanual net carownersmanual net...

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Page 194: ...Part 8 187 SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions and weight Engine Fuel Service specifications Tires Fuses http www carownersmanual net carownersmanual net carownersmanual net...

Page 195: ...0 1 1310 51 6 2 2538 99 9 1515 59 6 1495 58 9 327 725 4425 174 2 1750 68 9 1290 50 8 1 1305 51 4 2 2538 99 9 1515 59 6 1495 58 9 329 725 4495 177 0 1750 68 9 1310 51 6 1 1325 52 2 2 2538 99 9 1515 59...

Page 196: ...performance the use of premium unleaded gasoline with a Research Octane Number of 96 Octane Rating 91 or higher is recommended Fuel tank capacity L gal Imp gal 60 15 9 13 2 ENGINE Valve clearance engi...

Page 197: ...nded oil viscosity SAE 5S FE engine Temperaturerange anticipated before next oil change 80040 L02U 7A FE engine Temperaturerange anticipated before next oil change 80040 L03U COOLING SYSTEM Total capa...

Page 198: ...2 7 5S FE engine Automatic transmission Fluid capacity drain and refill L qt Imp qt Up to 2 5 2 6 2 2 Differential Fluid capacity L qt lmp qt 1 6 1 7 1 4 Fluid type Automatic transmission fluid DII o...

Page 199: ...5R15 87V Tire pressure kPa kgf cm2 or bar psi 185 70R14 88S and P185 70R14 87S Front 200 2 0 29 Rear 200 2 0 29 205 55R15 87V and P205 55R15 87V Front 230 2 3 33 Rear 230 2 3 33 T125 70D16 420 4 2 60...

Page 200: ...LH 15 A Left hand headlight 8 HEAD RH 15 A Right hand head light 9 SPARE Spare fuse 10 SPARE Spare fuse 11 SPARE Spare fuse 12 ALT S 7 5 A Charging system 13 SRS WRN 7 5 A SRS airbag warning light 14...

Page 201: ...equential multiport fuel injection system 29 TURN 10 A Turn signal lights emer gency flashers 30 TAIL 15 A Tail lights parking lights front side marker lights rear side marker lights license plate lig...

Page 202: ...800 331 4331 If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open a investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA...

Page 203: ...esent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified govern ment test surfaces of asphalt and con crete A tire marked C may have poor trac tion perform...

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