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INFORMATION BEFORE DRIVING

YOUR TOYOTA

Off- road vehicle precautions

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Break- in period

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Fuel

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Fuel pump shut off system

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Operation in foreign countries

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Three- way catalytic converter

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Engine exhaust cautions

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Facts about engine oil consumption

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Iridium- tipped spark plugs

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Brake system

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Brake pad wear limit indicators

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Rear step bumper

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Limited- slip differential

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Your Toyota’s identification

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Theft prevention labels

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Suspension and chassis

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Tire information

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Vehicle load limits

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Cargo and luggage

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Types of tires

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Summary of Contents for 2006 Land Cruiser

Page 1: ...all the following number U S OWNERS When traveling in the U S mainland or Canada Toyota Customer Experience Center Toll free 1 800 331 4331 Hawaii Servco Automotive Customer Services Toll free 1 888 272 5515 Please leave this Owner s Manual in this vehicle at the time of resale The next owner will need this information also All information and specifications in this manual are current at the time ...

Page 2: ...gainst anything which may cause injury to people if the warning is ignored You are informed about what you must or must not do in order to reduce the risk of injury to yourself and others NOTICE This is a warning against anything which may cause damage to the vehicle or its equipment if the warning is ignored You are informed about what you must or must not do in order to avoid or re duce the risk...

Page 3: ...ovide when used together That is why it is important for you and your family to understand the purpose and proper use of each of these systems and how they relate to each other The purpose of all occupant restraint systems is to help reduce the possibility of death or serious injury in the event of a collision None of these systems either indi vidually or together can ensure that there is no injur...

Page 4: ...fully and refer to them as needed during your time of ownership of this vehicle Event data recorder Your vehicle has computers that monitor and control certain aspects of your vehicle These computers assist in driving and maintaining optimal vehicle performance Besides storing data useful for troubleshooting there is a system to record data in a crash or a near car crash event This is called an Ev...

Page 5: ...nformation above is intended to be used for the purpose of improving vehicle safety performance Unlike general data recorders the EDR does not record sound data such as conversation between passengers Toyota will not disclose the data recorded in an EDR to a third party except when An agreement from the vehicle s owner or the leas ing company for a leased vehicle is obtained Officially requested b...

Page 6: ... Owner s Manual Supplement Important health and safety information about your Toyota CAUTION WARNING Engine exhaust some of its constitu ents and a wide variety of automobile compo nents contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth de fects and other reproductive harm In addition oils fuels and fluids contained in vehicles as well as waste produced by compon...

Page 7: ...ili ty and may even violate governmental regulations In addition damage or performance problems resulting from the modification may not be covered under warranty Installation of a mobile two way radio system As the installation of a mobile two way radio system in your vehicle could affect electronic systems such as multiport fuel injection system sequential multiport fuel injection system electron...

Page 8: ...s Manual For details about tire infla tion pressure and load limits see pages 320 and 246 Scrapping of your Toyota The SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner devices in your Toyota contain explosive chemicals If the vehicle is scrapped with the airbags and pretensioners left as they are this may cause an accident such as fire Be sure to have the systems of the SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner ...

Page 9: ...ver rate than other types of vehicles This vehicle will handle and maneuver differently from an ordinary passenger car be cause it is designed for off road use also In addition this vehicle has a higher ground clearance and center of gravity than that of an ordinary passenger car This vehicle design feature causes this type of vehicle to be more likely to rollover Failure to operate this vehicle c...

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Page 11: ...LY CARE ABOUT YOU PLEASE BUCKLE UP Toyota has made a special effort to encourage use of seat belts Toyota belts are Comfortable Easy to use Convenient We encourage you to use your belts every time you drive U ...

Page 12: ...eneral maintenance 303 Complete index NO TAG Gas station information Fuel type UNLEADED gasoline Octane Rating 87 Research Octane Number 91 or higher For improved vehicle performance the use of premium unleaded gasoline with an Octane Rating of 91 Research Octane Number 96 or higher is recommended See page 225 for detailed information Fuel tank capacity 96 L 25 4 gal 21 1 lmp gal Engine oil API gr...

Page 13: ...aintain your vehicle and enables you to correctly perform your own maintenance The best way to keep your new vehicle in top running order is to maintain it properly from the moment you drive it off the showroom floor The Toyota authorized Repair Manual is packed with literally everything you need to know to perform your own maintenance in virtually every area of your new vehicle ...

Page 14: ... procedures for the engine chassis body electrical system and more are clearly explained and illustrated Periodic maintenance and tune up Periodic maintenance and tune up helps to pre vent smallproblems fromgrowing intolarger oneslat er on The repair manual outlines exactly what main tenance is required and clearly explains how to do the work yourself step by step Areas covered include such things...

Page 15: ...1 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Overview of instruments and controls Instrument panel overview 2 Instrument cluster overview 6 Indicator symbols on the instrument panel 7 SECTION 1 1 ...

Page 16: ...es 10 Automatic transmission selector lever 11 Seat heater switches 12 Rear seat audio system 13 Cup holder 14 Parking brake lever 15 Second start mode selector button and driving pattern selector button 16 Four wheel drive control lever 17 Active height control suspension and skyhook TEMS switches 18 Lower vent 19 Hood lock release lever 20 Fuel filler door opener 21 Window lock switch Instrument...

Page 17: ... 9 Audio system 10 Outside rear view mirror heater switch 11 Rear air conditioning switch 12 Rear window defogger switch 13 Center differential lock switch 14 Power antenna switch 15 Power tilt and telescopic steering switch 16 Instrument panel light control dial 17 Power rear view mirror control switches 18 Tire pressure warning system reset switch 19 Power quarter window switch left hand side 20...

Page 18: ...view mirror heater switch 11 Rear air conditioning switch 12 Rear window defogger switch 13 Center differential lock switch 14 Power antenna switch 15 Power tilt and telescopic steering switch 16 Instrument panel light control dial 17 Power rear view mirror control switches 18 Tire pressure warning system reset switch 19 Power quarter window switch left hand side 20 Power quarter window switch rig...

Page 19: ...5 1 Ashtray 2 Cigarette lighter 3 Power outlet Lower part of center cluster panel ...

Page 20: ...eter 2 Speedometer 3 Service reminder indicators and indicator lights 4 Tachometer 5 Height control indicator light 6 Engine oil pressure gauge 7 Engine coolant temperature gauge 8 Odometer and two trip meters 9 Trip meter reset knob 10 Fuel gauge ...

Page 21: ... 1 Open door warning light 1 SRS warning light 1 Low fuel level warning light 1 Automatic transmission fluid temperature warning light 1 Unengaged Park warning light 1 Charging system warning light 1 Engine oil replacement reminder light Center differential lock indicator light Driving pattern POWER mode indicator light Automatic transmission second start indicator light Cruise control indicator l...

Page 22: ...nsing of curtain shield airbags off switch on page 68 Vehicle stability control system off indicator light 1 Vehicle stability control system and active traction control system warning light 1 Active traction control system indicator light Slip indicator light Roll sensing of curtain shield airbags off indicator light 3 Automatic transmission indicator lights ...

Page 23: ...ROLS Keys and Doors Keys 10 Engine immobilizer system 12 Wireless remote control 13 Side doors 18 Power windows 22 Power quarter windows 25 Back door 25 Hood 28 Theft deterrent system 28 Fuel tank cap 30 Electric moon roof 31 SECTION 1 2 ...

Page 24: ... 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 To protect items locked in the glove box when using valet parking leave the sub key with the attendant Since the side doors can be locked with out a key you should always carry a spare master key in case you acc...

Page 25: ...ransponder keys includ ing keys of other vehicles from the ring or while gripping or covering them with your hand to start the engine Do not bend the key grip Do not cover the key grip with any material that cuts off electromagnet ic 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 dire...

Page 26: ... in the key s head transmits an electronic code to the ve hicle The engine will start only when the electronic code in the chip corre sponds 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 Toyot...

Page 27: ...t cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received includ ing interference that may cause unde sired operation CAUTION Changes or modifications not ex pressly approved by the party respon sible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equip ment Wireless remote control 12c520 1 LOCK switch 2 Indicator light 3 PANIC switch 4 UNLOCK switch The w...

Page 28: ...eless remote control key does not actuate the doors or operate from a normal distance or the indicator light on the key is dimmed or does not come on Check for closeness to a radio trans mitter such as a radio station or an airport which can interfere with normal operation of the key The battery may have been consumed Check the battery in the key To replace the battery see following Replacing batt...

Page 29: ...ivation of unlocking the interior light comes on for 15 seconds if the interior light switch is in DOOR position However this function does not work when the ignition key is in the ACC or ON position For detailed information see Interior lights on page 113 You have 30 seconds to open a door after using the wireless remote unlock fea ture If a door is not opened by then all the side doors and back ...

Page 30: ... and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruc tions 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 interfer ence to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on th...

Page 31: ...ed battery or components NOTICE When replacing the battery be care ful not to lose the components Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by a Toyota dealer Dispose of used battery according to the local laws Replace the battery by following these procedures 1 Remove the screw and then the cover 11C522x 2 Remove the module from the key frame Replacing battery ...

Page 32: ...ith proper operation Be careful not to bend the electrode when inserting the battery and that dust or oils do not adhere to the case Take care not to lose the screws After replacing the battery check that the key operates properly If the key still does not operate properly contact your Toyota dealer Side doors LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH KEY Insert the key into the keyhole and turn it To lock Turn ...

Page 33: ...ors cannot be locked when either front side door is open and the key is in the ignition l12093a Driver s side l12046a Passenger s side 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 All the side doors and back door lock or unlock simultaneously When the front doors are locked from the ...

Page 34: ...of seat belts locking the doors helps prevent the driver and passengers from being thrown out from the ve hicle in an accident It also helps pre vent the doors from being opened unintentionally AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCKING You can select the following functions Locking linked with the shift posi tion All doors are automatically locked when the selector lever is moved out of P position This function is t...

Page 35: ...vehicle speed 1 Close all doors and turn the ignition switch to the ON position 2 Shift the selector lever from P to the N position 3 Within 10 seconds of turning the igni tion switch to the ON position press and hold the driver s side power door lock switch in the lock position for 5 seconds and then release The doors will be locked and unlocked to indicate that the function is set To cancel the ...

Page 36: ...on switch to the ON position 2 Shift the selector lever to the P posi tion 3 Within 10 seconds of turning the igni tion switch to the ON position press and hold the driver s side power door lock switch in the unlock position for 5 seconds and then release The doors will be locked and unlocked to indicate that the function is set To cancel the function do the above op eration again Power windows 12...

Page 37: ...trol each passenger s win dow 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 If you push in the window lock switch on the driver s door the passengers windows cannot be operated The indicator lights on the switch tell you which of the switches can be operated 12C007b Automatic operation Push the switch compl...

Page 38: ... ve hicle never let them use the power window switches without supervi sion Use the window lock switch to prevent them from making unex pected 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 or she could use the power window switches an...

Page 39: ...result in a serious injury When anyone closes the power quarter windows make sure he or she operates the win dows safely 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 or she could use the power quarter win dow switches and get trapped in a window Unatten...

Page 40: ... LOCKING AND UNLOCKING FROM IN SIDE To lock Push the knob To unlock Pull the knob Operating the power door lock switch si multaneously locks or unlocks all the side doors and the back door See Side doors on page 18 Push the handle and push down the lower side of the back door When closing the back door make sure it is fully closed See Cargo and luggage on page 247 for precautions when loading lugg...

Page 41: ...K DOOR CHILD PROTECTOR Move the lock lever to the LOCK position as shown on the label When the child protector is locked you cannot open the back door by the inside door handle We recommend using this feature whenever small children are in the vehicle CAUTION Before driving be sure that the back door is closed and locked especially when small children are in the ve hicle Along with the proper use ...

Page 42: ...ing 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 Theft deterrent system To deter vehicle theft the system is designed to sound an alarm if any of the side doors back door or hood is forcibly unlocked or opened or the bat tery terminal is disconnected and then re...

Page 43: ...owing conditions If any of the side doors is unlocked or opened without the key or wireless re mote control key or if the back door or hood is forcibly opened If the battery terminal is disconnected and then reconnected The indicator light will come on when the system is activated If any of the side door or back door is unlocked without the key or wireless re mote control key and the key is not in...

Page 44: ... ing the hood also check that the sys tem is activated when the battery ter minal is disconnected and then reconnected If the system does not work properly have it checked by your Toyota dealer Fuel tank cap 12C503 This indicates that the fuel filler door is on the left side of your vehicle 1 To open the fuel filler door pull the lever When refueling turn off the engine CAUTION Do not smoke cause ...

Page 45: ...en 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 CAUTION Make sure the cap is installed se curely to prevent fuel spillage in the event of an accident Use only a genuine Toyota fuel tank cap for replacement It is designed to regulate fuel tank pressure Electric moon roof S...

Page 46: ... push the same switch or tilt switch Tilting operation To tilt up Push the TILT switch on the UP side The roof will tilt up fully To stop the roof partway push the same switch or slide switch To lower Push the TILT switch on the opposite side of the UP side The roof will fully close To stop the roof partway push the same switch or slide switch Jam protection function closing opera tion only If som...

Page 47: ...caught in the closing roof it could result in death or serious injury When anyone closes the moon roof first make sure it is safe to do so 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 or she could use the moon roof switches and get trapped in the roof o...

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Page 49: ...t systems Seats 36 Front seats 36 Armrest 39 Rear seats 39 Head restraints 48 Seat heaters 49 Seat belts 50 SRS driver airbag and front passenger airbag 60 SRS side airbags and curtain shield airbags with roll sensing function 67 Child restraint 78 SECTION 1 3 ...

Page 50: ...r airbag is the first 50 75 mm 2 3 in of inflation placing yourself 250 mm 10 in from your driver airbag provides you with a clear margin of safety This distance is measured from the center of the steering wheel to your breastbone If you sit less than 250 mm 10 in away now you can change your driving position in sever al ways Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching the pe...

Page 51: ...lled or severely in jured Do not use seat accessories which cover the area where the side air bags inflate Such accessories may prevent the side airbags from acti vating correctly causing death or serious injury Do not modify or replace the seats or upholstery of the seats equipped with side airbags Such change may prevent the side airbag system from activating correctly disable the sys tem or cau...

Page 52: ...he seatback any more than needed The seat belts pro vide maximum protection in a frontal or rear collision when the driver and the front passenger are sitting up straight and well back in the seats If you are reclined the lap belt may slide past your hips and apply re straint forces directly to the abdomen or your neck may contact the shoul der belt In the event of a frontal collision the more the...

Page 53: ...sition observe the following in order to prevent personal injury in a collision or sudden stop Make sure the seat is securely locked by pushing forward and rear ward on the top of the seatback and by trying to pull up the edge of the bottom cushion Failure to do so will prevent seat belt from operating properly Make sure the seat belts are not twisted or caught under the seat and are arranged in t...

Page 54: ...ectly to the abdomen or your neck may contact the shoulder belt In the event of a frontal collision the more the seat is reclined the greater the risk of death or personal injury Do not adjust the seat while the vehicle is moving After adjusting the seatback push your body back against the seat to make sure the seat is locked in position For easy access to the third seat 1 Lower the head restraint...

Page 55: ...tow the second seat belt buckles as shown in the illustration This prevents the seat belt buckles from falling out when you tumble the second seat NOTICE The seat belt buckles must be stowed before you tumble the second seat I13340a 2 Make sure the shoulder belt passes through the hanger when folding the second seat This prevents the shoulder belt from being damaged CAUTION The seat belt must be r...

Page 56: ... seat back and fold it down Tumbling the rear seats will enlarge the luggage compartment See Cargo and luggage on page 247 for precautions when loading luggage 2 Unlock the seat cushion Swing the whole seat up and forward 3 Hook the strap When returning the second seat to its original position put the holding strap into the hole ...

Page 57: ... the lock of the seat belt in the following way Push in the lower front edge of the seatback cush ion to slacken the seat belt 1 and let the seat belt retract a little 2 CAUTION When returning seats to their original position observe the following pre cautions in order to prevent personal injury in a collision or sudden stop Make sure the seat is securely locked by pushing forward and rear ward on...

Page 58: ...int forces directly to the abdo men or your neck may contact the shoulder belt In the event of a frontal collision the more the seat is reclined the greater the risk of death or personal injury Do not adjust the seat while the vehicle is moving After adjusting the seatback push your body back against the seat to make sure the seat is locked in position Tumbling third seats I13377b BEFORE TUMBLING ...

Page 59: ...om the hanger when the seat belt is in use TUMBLING THIRD SEAT 1 Lower the head restraint to the low est position Unlock the seatback and fold it down Tumbling the third seats will enlarge the luggage compartment See Cargo and luggage on page 247 for precautions when loading luggage 2 Unlock the seat cushion and slide the whole seat to the rear most position while pulling up the handle ...

Page 60: ... 13c559 5 Remove the seat hook covers from the back of the seat cushion and install them over the seat hooks CAUTION Be sure to apply the covers on the seat hooks or you may get burned when they become hot When returning the third seat to its origi nal position remove the seat hook covers from the floor and install them in the back of the seat cushion ...

Page 61: ...eat and are arranged in their proper position and are ready to use Removing third seats After tumbling the third seat open the cover hold the whole seat and pull it up while pulling the handle toward you Removing the third seat will enlarge the luggage compartment See Cargo and luggage on page 247 for precautions when loading luggage Remove the seat hook covers from the back of the seat cushion an...

Page 62: ...l injury in a colli sion or sudden stop Do not sit on or place anything on the folded seatback while driving Do not leave the removed seat loose in the vehicle Do not try to sit on or place any thing on the removed seat When reinstalling the seat be care ful not to hit the seat against you or inside of the vehicle Install each seat in the same posi tion from which it was removed Failure to do so w...

Page 63: ...ts removed Seat heaters Left side front seat Right side front seat To turn on the seat heater push the switch to HI high heating tempera ture or LO low heating temperature At this time the indicator light on ei ther side will illuminate to indicate the seat heater is operating To turn off the seat heater push the switch lightly on the opposite side The ignition key must be in the ON posi tion to o...

Page 64: ... 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 infla...

Page 65: ...hey 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 re placed 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 clean ers or allow them to come into contact with the belt they may s...

Page 66: ... 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 because it cannot protect an adult occupant or your child from death or serious injury Take up slack Keep as low on hips as possible Too high Adjust the position of the la...

Page 67: ...ake 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 injuries in a collision 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 an...

Page 68: ...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 because it cannot protect an adult occupant or your child from injury Too high Adjust to a snug fit Keep as low on hips as possible Remove excess length of the belt and adjust the belt position To shorten the belt pull the free end of the belt Posit...

Page 69: ...bserve the following precautions Failure to follow these instructions could reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt restraint system in case of an accident increasing the chance of personal injury Remember that the extender pro vided for you may not be safe when used on a different vehicle for another person or at a different seating position than the one origi nally intended If the seat belt ex...

Page 70: ...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 extend er itself When not in use remove the extender and store in the vehicle for future use CAUTION After inserting the tab make sure the tab and buckle a...

Page 71: ...rbags off indicator light The seat belt pretensioners will not oper ate in a vehicle rollover if the roll sensing of curtain shield airbags off indicator light is on For details see Roll sensing of curtain shield airbags off switch on page 68 CAUTION Make sure the roll sensing of cur tain shield airbags off indicator light is not on When the roll sensing of curtain shield airbags off switch is tur...

Page 72: ...llow these instructions may pre vent the seat belt pretensioners from activating correctly cause sud den operation of the system or dis able the system which could result in death or serious injury Do not use tires or wheels other than the manufacturer s recom mended size Such a use may cause the curtain shield airbags and seat belt pretensioners to inflate acci dentally resulting in death or seri...

Page 73: ...m monitors the airbag sensor assembly front airbag sen sors side and curtain shield airbag sensor assemblies curtain shield airbag sensor assemblies driver s seat position sensor driver s seat belt buckle switch seat belt pretensioner assemblies inflators roll sensing of curtain shield airbags off indi cator light interconnecting wiring and pow er sources For details see Service re minder indicato...

Page 74: ...The front passenger airbag is activated even with no passenger in the front seat Always wear your seat belt properly CAUTION The SRS front airbag system is de signed only as a supplement to the primary protection of the driver and front passenger seat belt systems The driver and front passenger can be killed or seriously injured by the inflating airbags if they do not wear the available seat belts...

Page 75: ... collision when the vehicle has the impact straight into a fixed barrier that does not move or deform 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 the vehicle is involved in an underride collision e g a collision in which the front of the vehicle underrides or goes under t...

Page 76: ...rs constantly moni tor the forward deceleration of the vehicle If an impact results in a forward decelera tion beyond the designed threshold level the system triggers the airbag inflators At this time a chemical reaction in the inflat ors very quickly fills the airbags with non toxic gas to help restrain the forward mo tion of the occupants The front airbags then quickly deflate so that there is n...

Page 77: ... for several minutes after deployment so do not touch The airbags inflate only once The windshield may be damaged by absorbing some of the force of the inflat ing airbag CAUTION The driver or front passenger who is 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...

Page 78: ...t belt properly Toyota strongly recommends that all infants and children be placed in the rear seat of the vehicle and be properly restrained Do not allow a child to stand up or kneel on the front passenger seat since the front passenger airbag could inflate with considerable speed and force Otherwise the child may be killed or seriously in jured Do not hold a child on your lap or in your arms Use...

Page 79: ...ctly cause sudden activation of the system or disable the system resulting in death or serious injury Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious injury Consult your Toyota dealer about any repair and modification 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 ...

Page 80: ... on page 124 If any of the following conditions occurs this indicates a malfunction of the airbags or seat belt pretensioners Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible The light does not come on when the ignition key is turned to the ON posi tion or remains on for more than 6 seconds or flashes The light comes on or starts flashing while driving In the following cases contact your Toyota deal...

Page 81: ... with the seat belts to help reduce injury by inflating The SRS curtain shield air bags help reduce injuries mainly to the driver s front passenger s or second seat passenger s head and can help the driver front passenger and second seat passen gers to retain inside the vehicle The SRS side airbag and curtain shield airbag on the passenger side are activated even with no passenger in the front sea...

Page 82: ...and children For instructions concerning the installation of a child restraint sys tem see Child restraint on page 78 Roll sensing of curtain shield airbags off switch The roll sensing of curtain shield air bags off switch can turn off the curtain shield airbags in a vehicle rollover This switch should only be used in a situa tion where the inflation is not desired such as extreme off road driving...

Page 83: ...he like lihood of death or serious injuries The SRS side airbags 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 Always wear...

Page 84: ...icle rollover Always wear your seat belts properly The angle of vehicle tip up is marginal Skidding vehicle hitting a curb stone The curtain shield airbags may inflate if the angle of vehicle tip up is margin al or if the skidding vehicle s tires hit a curb stone laterally as shown in the illustration Collision from the front Collision from the rear Pitch end over end The curtain shield airbags ar...

Page 85: ... shield airbag sensors 6 Airbag sensor assembly The SRS side airbag and curtain shield airbag system is controlled by the airbag sensor assembly The airbag sensor as sembly consists of a safing sensor and airbag sensor In a severe side impact the side and curtain shield airbag sensor and or the curtain shield airbag sensor trigger s the side airbag inflators and or the curtain shield airbag inflat...

Page 86: ...lling Front seats as well as parts of the front and rear pillar front center and rear gar nish and roof interior may be hot for sev eral minutes but the airbags themselves will not be hot The airbags are designed to inflate only once CAUTION SRS side airbags and curtain shield airbags inflate with considerable force To reduce the possibility of death or serious injury when they in flate the driver...

Page 87: ...e the vehicle Make sure the roll sensing of cur tain shield airbags off indicator is not on The curtain shield airbags will not inflate in a vehicle rollover if this indicator light is on and you may be killed or seriously injured 13c563 Do not allow anyone to get his her head close to the area where the side airbag and curtain shield air bag inflate since these airbags could inflate with consider...

Page 88: ... since the curtain shield airbags could inflate with considerable speed and force Otherwise he she may be killed or seriously injured Special care should be taken espe cially when you have a small child in the vehicle Do not attach a cup holder or any other device or object on or around the door When the side airbag in flates the cup holder or any other device or object will be thrown with great f...

Page 89: ...r bags inflate Such accessories may prevent the side airbags from acti vating correctly causing death or serious injury Do not modify or replace the seats or upholstery of the seats with side airbags Such changes may prevent the side airbag system from activat ing correctly disable the system or cause the side airbags to inflate ac cidentally resulting in death or seri ous injury Do not disassembl...

Page 90: ...mobile two way radio cassette tape player or compact disc player Modification of the side structure of the passenger compartment Repairs made on or near the con sole or front seat The indicator comes on when the igni tion key is turned to the ON position It goes off after about 6 seconds This means the SRS side airbags and curtain shield airbags are operating properly This warning light system mon...

Page 91: ... the SRS side airbags and cur tain shield airbags have been inflated The portion of the doors shaded in the illustration was involved in an accident that was not severe enough to cause the SRS side airbags and curtain shield airbags to inflate The surface of the seats with the side airbag shaded in the illustration is scratched cracked or otherwise dam aged The portion of the front center and rear...

Page 92: ...ont passenger airbag can cause death or serious injury to the child if the rear facing child re straint system is installed on the front passenger seat A forward facing child restraint sys tem should be allowed to be installed on the front passenger seat only when it is unavoidable Always move the seat as far back as possible because the front pas senger airbag could inflate with considerable spee...

Page 93: ...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 When not using the child restraint system keep it secured with the seat belt or place it somewhere other than the passenger compartment This will prevent it from in juring pass...

Page 94: ...80 A Infant seat B Convertible seat C Booster seat A INFANT SEAT INSTALLATION An infant seat must be used in rear facing position only Installation with 2 point type seat belt ...

Page 95: ...by its manufactur er and insert the tab into the buckle taking care not to twist the lap belt CAUTION After inserting the tab make sure the tab and buckle are locked and that the lap portion of 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 it cannot protect your child...

Page 96: ... lap belt by pulling its free end to hold the infant seat securely CAUTION Push and pull the child restraint sys tem in different directions to be sure it is secure Follow all the installation instruction provided by its manufac turer 3 To remove the infant seat press the buckle release button ...

Page 97: ... installing the child restraint system CAUTION Do not install a child restraint system on the third seat if it interferes with the lock mechanism of the second seats Otherwise the child or second seat occupant s may be killed or se riously injured in case of sudden braking or a collision 1 Run the center lap belt through or around the convertible seat following the instructions provided by its man...

Page 98: ...t your child from death or serious injury Contact your Toyota dealer immediately Do not install the child restraint system on the seat until the seat belt is fixed 2 While pressing the convertible seat firmly against the seat cushion and seatback tighten the lap belt by pulling its free end to hold the convertible seat securely CAUTION Push and pull the child restraint sys tem in different directi...

Page 99: ...13c565 CAUTION Never install a rear facing child re straint system on the front passen ger seat In the event of an acci dents the force of the rapid infla tion of the front passenger airbag can cause death or serious injury to the child if the rear facing child restraint system is installed on the front passenger seat Installation with 3 point type seat belt ...

Page 100: ...t seat following the instructions provided by its manufactur er and insert the tab into the buckle taking care not to twist the belt Keep the lap portion of the belt tight 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 your child from properly ...

Page 101: ... is in the lock mode before letting the belt retract 3 While pressing the infant seat firmly against the seat cushion and seatback let the shoulder belt retract as far as it will go to hold the infant seat secure ly CAUTION Push and pull the child restraint sys tem in different directions to be sure it is secure Follow all the installation instructions provided by its manufac turer ...

Page 102: ...g on the age and size of the child When installing follow the manufacturer s instructions about the appropriate age and size of the child as well as directions for installing the child restraint system 13c567 CAUTION Never install a rear facing child re straint system on the front passen ger seat In the event of an acci dent the force of the rapid inflation of the front passenger airbag can cause ...

Page 103: ...at front or rear pillar front center or rear garnish or roof interior from which the side airbags or curtain shield airbags deploy even if the child is seated in a child restraint system It is dangerous if the side airbag and curtain shield airbag inflate and the impact could cause death or serious injury to the child 13c501b Do not install a child restraint sys tem on the third seat if it interfe...

Page 104: ...ted 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 death or serious injury Contact your Toyota dealer immediately Do not install the child restraint system on the seat until the seat belt is fixed 2 Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it in the lock mode Wh...

Page 105: ...urely CAUTION Push and pull the child restraint sys tem in different directions to be sure it is secure Follow all the installation instructions provided by its manufac turer 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 passen ger ...

Page 106: ...onsiderable speed and force Otherwise the child may be killed or seriously injured On vehicle with side airbags and curtain shield airbags do not allow the child to lean his her head or any part of his her body against the door or the area of the seat front or rear pillar front center or rear garnish or roof interior from which the side airbags or curtain shield airbags deploy even if the child is...

Page 107: ...ed or seriously injured in case of sud den braking or a collision Both high positioned lap belts and loose fitting belts could cause death or serious injuries due to sliding under the lap belt during a collision or other unintended event Keep the lap belt positioned as low on child s hips as possible For child s safety do not place the shoulder belt under child s arm After inserting the tab make s...

Page 108: ...low the procedure below for a child restraint system that requires the use of a top strap Symbol Anchor brackets Use the anchor bracket located behind the second seat on the floor to attach the top strap Anchor brackets are installed for each second seating position This symbol indicates the locations of the anchor bracket ...

Page 109: ...bracket and tighten the top strap For instructions to install the child re straint system see Child restraint on page 78 CAUTION Make sure the top strap is securely latched and check that the child re straint system is secure by pushing and pulling it in different directions Follow all installation instructions provided by its manufacturer 13C005 4 Replace the head restraint ...

Page 110: ...213 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 13c571 Most upright position CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM INSTALLA TION 1 Fold down the seatback and back to the most upright position until it locks into place 13C532f 2 Take off the cover between the seat cushion and seatback and confirm the position o...

Page 111: ...ch product CAUTION When using the lower anchorages for the child restraint system be sure that there are no irregular ob jects 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 install a child restraint sys tem on the rear sea...

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Page 113: ...OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Steering wheel and Mirrors Power tilt and telescopic steering wheel 100 Outside rear view mirrors 101 Anti glare inside rear view mirror 102 Sun visors 107 SECTION 1 4 ...

Page 114: ...h push the control switch forward or backward to set the steering wheel to the desired position When the ignition key is removed the steering column moves forward away from the driver and also tilts up for easy exit and entry When the key is inserted into the ignition switch the steering column returns to the previously set position This feature can be set inoperative Ask your Toyota dealer CAUTIO...

Page 115: ...mirrors will quickly clear the mirror surface See Outside rear view mirror heaters on page 117 CAUTION Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is moving Doing so may cause the driver to mishandle the vehicle and an accident may occur resulting in death or serious inju ries Since the mirror surfaces can get hot do not touch them when the mirror heater switch is on To adjust a mirror use the swit...

Page 116: ...Both the driver and pas senger side rear view mirrors must be extended and properly adjusted before driving 13C010b Adjust the mirror so that you can just see the rear of your vehicle in the mir ror Pushing the switch changes the mode between AUTO and DAY The indicator comes on when the AUTO mode is selected DAY mode The mirror surface is nor mal AUTO mode If the mirror detects light from the head...

Page 117: ... hicle and an accident may occur re sulting in death or serious injuries 13c570b To ensure correct functioning of anti glare mirror sensors located on both sides of the mirror do not touch or cover the sen sors with your finger or a piece of cloth etc 13c013 The compass indicates the direction in which the vehicle is heading The illustra tion shown above indicates the vehicle is heading north Disp...

Page 118: ...r The battery has been disconnected Any door is open If the deviation is small the compass works to calibrate the direction automati cally while the vehicle is in motion For obtaining additional precision or for complete calibrating see Calibrating the compass below NOTICE Do not put magnets or a metal object near the inside rear view mirror Do ing this may cause malfunction of the compass sensor ...

Page 119: ...several sec onds after adjustment the calibration is finished CAUTION Do not adjust the display while the vehicle is moving Be sure to adjust the display only when the vehicle is stopped 13C015b Zone number Hawaii is included in zone 6 ...

Page 120: ...ecause of the magnetized vehicle etc take your vehicle to Toyota dealer Do not perform circling calibration of the compass in a place where the earth s magnetic field is subject to in terference by artificial magnetic fields underground parking under a steel tower between buildings roof parking near a crossing near a large vehicle etc During calibration do not operate elec tric systems moon roof p...

Page 121: ... You can adjust its position as shown To block the glare from the front when the main sun visor is swung down swing down the second sun visor CAUTION Slide the main sun visor only when it is swung down to the lateral side It can cover the anti glare inside rear view mirror and obstruct the rear view Vanity mirror To use the vanity mirror swing down the main sun visor and open the cover The vanity ...

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Page 123: ...nals 110 Emergency flashers 112 Instrument panel light control 112 Front fog lights 113 Interior lights 113 Personal lights 114 Ignition switch light 115 Windshield wipers and washer 115 Rear window wiper and washer 116 Rear window defogger 117 Outside rear view mirror heaters 117 SECTION 1 5 ...

Page 124: ...hts if they are need ed immediately when entering a dark tun nel parking structure etc NOTE The operating condition or sensi tivity can be changed Ask your Toyota dealer for details The automatic light control sensor is on the top of the passenger s side instrument panel Do not place anything on the instrument panel and or do not affix anything on the windshield to block this sensor When the headl...

Page 125: ...t night High Low beams For high beams turn the headlights on and push the lever away from you position 1 Pull the lever to ward 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...

Page 126: ...st be stopped where it might be a traffic hazard Always pull your vehicle as far off the road as possible The turn signal light switch will not work when the emergency flashers are operat ing NOTICE To prevent the battery from being dis charged do not leave the switch on longer than necessary when the en gine is not running Instrument panel light control To adjust the brightness of the instru ment...

Page 127: ...low beam Interior lights Center Rear 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 Center Turn the light on when any of side doors and back door are opened Rear Turn the light on when any of the rear side doors and back door are opened ...

Page 128: ...ill on One front door will be closed with the lock knob pushed forward while the other doors are locked NOTE The interior lights can be set not to come on or the duration of lighting can be changed Ask your Toyota dealer for details INTERIOR LIGHTS CUT OFF OPERATION When the ignition switch is OFF and any interior lights in the vehicle stay lighting on the lights will cut off automatically after 3...

Page 129: ...ss remote control key Ignition switch light For easy access to the ignition switch the ignition switch light comes on when any door is opened The light remains on for a certain time after all the doors are closed It goes off immediately when the ignition switch is turned to the ACC position or when all the doors are locked Windshield wipers and washer To turn on the windshield wipers move the leve...

Page 130: ...locked If a nozzle becomes blocked contact your Toyota dealer to have the vehicle serviced NOTICE If a nozzle becomes blocked do not try to clear it with a pin or other object The nozzle will be damaged Rear window wiper and washer To turn on the rear window wiper twist the lever knob upward The key must be in the ON position There are 2 settings 1 LO position Intermittent operation 2 HI position ...

Page 131: ...lly during stop and go driving The defogger is not designed for drying rain water or for melt ing snow NOTICE When cleaning the inside of the rear window be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires or connectors To prevent the battery from being discharged turn the switch off when the engine is not running Outside rear view mirror heaters To defog or defrost the outside rear view mirrors ...

Page 132: ... heaters on for a long time could cause the battery to discharge especially during stop and go driving The mirror heaters are not designed for drying rain water or for melting snow If the outside rear view mirrors are heavi ly coated with ice use a spray de icer before operating the switch NOTICE To prevent the battery from being dis charged turn the switch off when the engine is not running ...

Page 133: ...ervice reminder indicators Fuel gauge 120 Engine coolant temperature gauge 120 Engine oil pressure gauge 121 Voltmeter 122 Tachometer 122 Odometer and two trip meters 123 Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers 124 Trip information display 132 SECTION 1 6 ...

Page 134: ...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 The gauge indicates the engine coolant temperature when the ignition switch is on The engine operating temperature will vary with changes in weather and engine load If the needle points to the...

Page 135: ...essure when the ignition switch is on Check it while driving to make sure the needle is in the proper range If the engine oil pressure should stay be low the normal range pull off the road to a safe place and stop the engine immedi ately Call a Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop for assistance Engine oil pressure may not build up when the engine oil level is too low The engine oil pressure gau...

Page 136: ...However it is normal for the needle to drop below the normal range during en gine starting Tachometer The tachometer indicates engine speed in thousands of rpm revolutions per minute Use it while driving to prevent engine over revving Driving with the engine running too fast causes excessive engine wear and poor fuel economy Remember in most cases the slower the engine speed the greater the fuel e...

Page 137: ...on each trip All trip meter data is cancelled if the elec trical power source is disconnected 3 Trip meter reset knob Resets the two trip meters to zero and also change the meter display To change the meter display quickly push and release the knob The meter display changes in the order from the odometer to trip meter A to trip meter B then back to the odometer each time you push To reset the trip...

Page 138: ... comes on Do this a indicators and buzzer If parking brake is off stop immediately and contact Toyota dealer b indicators and buzzer Fasten driver s seat belt c Fasten front passenger s seat belt d Stop and check e Replace engine oil f Take vehicle to Toyota dealer g Fill up tank ...

Page 139: ... system warning light is also on stop immedi ately and contact Toyota dealer j Close all side doors and back door k Adjust tire inflation pressure including spare tire If light remains on contract Toyota dealer l Shift four wheel drive control out of N m Stop and check n Take vehicle to Toyota dealer o Key reminder buzzer Remove key ...

Page 140: ...iately stop your vehicle at a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer The light does not turn off even after the parking brake is released while the engine is running The warning buzzer comes on to gether with the warning light In either case this can indicate that the brakes may not work properly and your stopping distance will become longer Depress the brake pedal firmly and bring the vehicle ...

Page 141: ...s running malfunctions such as the en gine drive belt being broken may have occurred If the warning light comes on immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer e Engine Oil Replacement Reminder Light This light acts as a reminder to replace the engine oil This light will come on when the ignition switch is turned to ON and will go off after about a few seconds When y...

Page 142: ...aler as soon as possible to service the vehicle If engine speed does not increase when the accelerator pedal is depressed there may be a problem somewhere in the elec tronic throttle control system At this time vibration may occur Howev er if you depress the accelerator pedal more firmly and slowly you can drive your vehicle at low speeds Have your vehicle checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as ...

Page 143: ... when the ignition key is turned to the ON position If the anti lock brake system and the brake assist system work properly the light turns off after a few seconds Thereafter if either of the systems mal functions 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 the brake assist system the vehicle stability control sys t...

Page 144: ...alizing the system If initialization is completed the light blinks three times When the system malfunctions If the system malfunctions the light blinks Although it is no problem to continue driving have your vehicle checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as pos sible l Unengaged Park Warning Light This light warns that the transmission Park mechanism is not engaged If the four wheel drive control i...

Page 145: ...in ue to drive o Key Reminder Buzzer This buzzer acts as a reminder to remove the key when you open the driver s door with the ignition key in the ACC or LOCK position CHECKING SERVICE REMINDER INDICA TORS except the low fuel 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 ligh...

Page 146: ...g condition and may not always reflect precise and actual conditions Average vehicle speed The average vehicle speed is calculated and displayed based on the total driv ing distance and the total driving time with the engine running The displayed value is updated every 10 seconds To begin recalculating push the RESET button for about 1 second Driving distance after engine starting The driving dist...

Page 147: ...ce and the total fuel consumption after refuel ing The value is updated every 10 seconds When refueling be sure to stop your ve hicle and turn the ignition key off Current fuel consumption The current fuel consumption is calcu lated and displayed based on the driv ing distance and the fuel consumption per 2 second interval with the engine running The value is updated every 2 seconds If you are dri...

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Page 149: ...utomatic transmission 137 Four wheel drive system 141 Active traction control system 144 Vehicle stability control system 146 Tire pressure warning system 148 Parking brake 155 Cruise control 155 Active height control suspension AHC 158 Skyhook TEMS Skyhook Toyota electronic modulated suspension 166 SECTION 1 7 ...

Page 150: ...gine im mobilizer system is automatically set See Engine immobilizer system on page 12 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 It is not a malfunction if the needles on all meters and gauges more slightly when the key is turned to the ACC or ...

Page 151: ...r general driving condition PWR power mode for powerful acceleration This indicator lights on the instrument panel Second start mode selector button for selecting either second start mode or normal driving mode Second start mode This indicator lights on the instrument panel in the second start mode L Position for maximum engine braking Shift while pressing the brake pedal Ignition switch must be i...

Page 152: ...l downshift to fourth gear and engine braking will be enabled Shift into the 3 position The trans mission will downshift to third gear when the vehicle speed drops down to or lower than following speed for third gear and more powerful engine braking will be enabled Four wheel drive control lever in H 129 km h 80 mph Four wheel drive control lever in L 51 km h 32 mph Shift into the 2 position The t...

Page 153: ...o keep engine rpm from going into the red zone The approximate maximum al lowable speed for each position is given below for your reference km h mph Transmission Transfer H L 4 178 111 72 45 3 127 79 52 32 2 87 54 36 22 L 51 32 20 12 Do not continue hill climbing or hard towing for a long time in the 3 2 or L position This may cause severe automatic transmis sion damage from overheating To prevent...

Page 154: ...ncy do not use overdrive CAUTION Always keep your foot on the brake pedal while stopped with the engine running This prevents the vehicle from creeping NOTICE Always use the brake pedal or the parking brake to hold the vehicle on an upgrade Do not attempt to hold the vehicle using the accelerator ped al as this can cause the transmission to overheat g Driving in PWR Power mode In the PWR mode the ...

Page 155: ...se the center differential lock system if your wheels get stuck in a ditch or when you are driving on a slippery or bumpy surface When the center differential is locked the vehicle stability control system is automatically turned off and the center differential lock and VSC OFF indicator lights come on because the function that controls engine performance interferes with the process of freeing you...

Page 156: ...ing in situations the vehicle cannot negotiate even in the L low speed position center differential un locked mode Also using this mode when driving down steep off road inclines will help contribute to increased vehicle stabil ity The indicator light tells when the differen tial lock is engaged Note that the differ ential is not still locked as long as the indicator light remains off When the oper...

Page 157: ...e 137 b Shifting procedure SHIFTING BETWEEN H UNLOCKED AND H LOCKED To shift between unlock and lock modes in H push the center differential lock button SHIFTING BETWEEN L UNLOCKED AND L LOCKED To shift between unlock and lock modes in L push the center differential lock button SHIFTING BETWEEN H AND L Stop the vehicle put the transmission into N and move the four wheel drive control lever CAUTION...

Page 158: ...r a sound in the engine compartment for a few seconds when the engine is started or just after the vehicle begins to move This means that the ac tive traction control system is in the self check mode and does not indicate mal function When the active traction control system is operating you may feel vibra tion or hear noise of your vehicle caused by operation of the brakes This indicates the syste...

Page 159: ...ol system is not operating The VSC TRAC warning light will come on when the ignition key is turned ON and will go off after a few seconds The VSC TRAC warning light may stay on for 60 seconds after the ignition key is turned to ON position It is normal if it goes off after a few seconds Depressing the brake pedal repeatedly may turn on the VSC TRAC warning light It is normal if it goes off after a...

Page 160: ...e system are electron ic systems designed to help the driver maintain control under ad verse conditions They are not a substitute for safe driving practices Factors including speed road con ditions and driver steering input can all affect whether active trac tion control system vehicle stability control system and anti lock brake system will be effective in prevent ing a loss of control Always kee...

Page 161: ...the center differential lock indicator light For details see Four wheel drive system a Four wheel drive control on page 141 Vehicle stability control system failure warning These lights warn when there is a prob lem somewhere in the vehicle stability control system or active traction control system If the VSC TRAC warning light and VSC OFF indicator light come on have your vehicle checked by your ...

Page 162: ...ck switch 16C521a Low tire pressure warning light The light warns you that the tire infla tion pressure is low The low tire pressure warning light comes on when the ignition key is turned to the ON position and goes off after a few seconds This means the low tire pres sure warning light is operating properly If the tire inflation pressure becomes low the light comes on again If the low tire pressu...

Page 163: ...the brakes causing death or serious in jury The warning system may not acti vate immediately if bursts or sud den air leakage should occur Each tire including the spare if pro vided should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacture on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label If your vehicle has tires of a different size th...

Page 164: ...ires must be repaired or replaced have them repaired or re placed by the nearest Toyota dealer or authorized tire dealer The tire pressure sensors will be affected by the installation or removal of tires The tire pressure warning system is not to be used as a substitute for regular inspections Be sure to check the air pressure in the tires on a regular basis When the tires must be replaced replace...

Page 165: ...res other than origi nally installed with genuine wheels may also cause the malfunction of the system 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 interfer ence received including interference that may cause undesired operation NOTICE This equipment has been...

Page 166: ...sor Up to 2 sets of codes can be registered As one ID for the originally installed sensor is registered at MAIN of the selector switch use the 2nd position to register an ID for the new sensor You do not need to re register the ID code for any other replacements For the use of the originally installed tires put the selector switch at MAIN and for the use of tires set purchased later put the switch...

Page 167: ...page 344 3 Start the engine 4 Push and hold the reset switch until the low tire pressure warning light blinks three times Do not turn the engine off for about 20 minutes until initialization is complete 16C522a When initializing the system make sure the low tire pressure warning light blinks three times If the warning light does not blink three times initialization failed and the tire pressure war...

Page 168: ... pres sure warning system it is necessary to register the ID code of the sensor on the selector switch in the vehicle 2 sets of ID codes can be registered The code of the tires originally installed on the vehicle is registered on the switch at MAIN Have a new tires set with new tire pressure sensors registered at 2nd by Toyota dealer ID codes should be registered by Toyota dealer Once registered c...

Page 169: ...sure the parking brake is fully released and the park ing brake reminder light is off Cruise control The cruise control allows you to cruise the vehicle at a desired speed over about 40 km h 25 mph even with your foot off the accelerator pedal Your cruising speed can be maintained within the limits of engine performance although a slight speed change may occur when driving up or down the grades On...

Page 170: ...ator light in the instrument panel shows that you can now set the vehicle at a desired cruising speed Anoth er push on the switch will turn the system completely off CAUTION To avoid accidental cruise control en gagement keep the ON OFF switch off when not using the cruise control SETTING AT A DESIRED SPEED The transmission must be in D or 4 before you set the cruise control speed Bring your vehic...

Page 171: ...tained While the lever is held down the vehicle speed will gradually decrease However a faster way to reset is to de press the brake pedal and then push the control lever down in the SET direc tion Even if you downshift the transmission from the D position to 4 with the cruise control on engine braking will not be ap plied because the cruise control is not cancelled To decrease the vehicle speed r...

Page 172: ...nter of gravity is higher in this setting the vehicle may become unstable when turning abruptly re sulting in an accident When the four wheel drive control lever is put at L this mode may change to the extra high mode automatically in accor dance with the driving condition When the vehicle exceeds the specified vehicle speed the vehicle height changes to the following With the four wheel drive con...

Page 173: ...ch N normal mode The vehicle height in this mode is stan dard This mode is suitable for ordinary driving LO low mode The vehicle height is about 50 mm 2 0 in lower at front and about 40 mm 1 6 in lower at rear than the normal mode height This mode allows you easy access to the vehicle getting in and out and easy load ing and unloading operation This mode is available when the vehicle is stopped Wh...

Page 174: ...control suspension does not operate even if the above conditions are all met The brake pedal has been depressed for longer than about 5 seconds with the vehicle stopped The suspension fluid temperature is lower than 30 C 22 F If the en gine is warmed up the suspension fluid temperature will be raised as the inside of the engine compartment be comes warmer Then the active height control system beco...

Page 175: ...nd the height control indicator indicates LO this is be cause the vehicle is loaded too heavily Under these conditions drive your vehicle with due care If the vehicle height cannot be raised even after unloading push the height se lect switch on the side and then on the side If this does not work turn off the ignition once and then turn on Operate the select switch again If the vehicle height is a...

Page 176: ...e height control OFF indicator light goes out and the active height control suspension is turned on CAUTION If you drive through deep water over about 500 mm 20 in in depth put the vehicle height in the HI High mode with the active height select switch and then turn off the active height control suspension by pushing the height control switch Drive your vehicle at 30 km h 19 mph or lower speed NOT...

Page 177: ... indicator lights 1 Height control indicator lights 2 Height control OFF indicator light When the ignition switch is turned on all the indicator lights come on The indicator light showing the present mode only remains on and all other lights go off after a few seconds This means the system operates correctly If you change the vehicle height mode the indicator lights change as follows When changing...

Page 178: ... the vehicle height cannot be lowered with the height select switch The height control indicator lights change as follows 1 The present mode indicator light goes off and the selected mode indicator light blinks 2 The selected mode indicator light goes off The vehicle height does not change The present mode indicator light comes on again Height control OFF indicator light When the ignition switch i...

Page 179: ... parking make sure there is nothing that will be in con tact with the underbody of the vehicle When you start the engine the vehicle returns to the previous height If you park the vehicle for a long time the vehicle height may be gradually low ered When parking for a long time make sure there is nothing that will be in con tact with the underbody of the vehicle When you start the engine the vehicl...

Page 180: ...driving such as on winding mountain roads and high speed driving We recommend you to select the mode 2 for ordinary driving The damping effect will be changed automatically to provide good riding comfort When your vehicle is loaded heavily or you are driving in an unpaved road the mode 3 or 4 will be recommended To provide good vehicle stability the damping effect will be harder than for ordinary ...

Page 181: ...erence 168 Using your audio system 168 Audio system operating hints 181 Rear seat audio system 186 Audio remote controls steering switches 187 For vehicle equipped with Navigation system please refer to the separate Navigation System Owner s Manual SECTION 1 8 ...

Page 182: ...e audio system will be turned off when you eject the cassette tape or com pact disc If the another function was pre viously playing it will come on again Use of satellite radio requires XM tuner and service Contact your Toyota dealer for details SWITCHING BETWEEN FUNCTIONS Push AM SAT FM TAPE or DISC if the system is already on but you want to switch from one function to another Use of satellite r...

Page 183: ...on March 10 2003 and April 15 2003 as proof of compatibility with the services offered by the XM satel lite radio Displaying the radio ID Each XM tuner is identified with a unique radio ID You will need the radio ID when activating XM service or when reporting a problem If you select the CH 000 using the AUDIO TUNE knob the ID code of 8 alphanumeric characters appears If you select another channel...

Page 184: ...structures such as a garage or an automatic car wash Failure to do so may damage the antenna The antenna mast has to be ex tended higher than 100 mm 3 94 in length when the audio is on Extend the antenna mast when the radio signal is weak Putting a window tint especially conductive or metallic type on the right hand rear quarter window may affect the reception of radio or mo bile telephone For the...

Page 185: ...ith disc number 1 The disc number of the disc currently be ing played the track number and the time from the beginning of the program appear on the display When play of one disc ends the first track of the following disc starts When play of the final disc ends play of the first disc starts again The player will skip any empty disc num ber NOTICE Do not stack up two discs for in sertion or it will ...

Page 186: ...172 Controls and features Details of specific buttons controls and features are described in the alphabetical list that follows 17c517d ...

Page 187: ... AM SAT button Use of satellite radio requires XM tuner and service Contact your Toyota dealer for details Eject button Cassette tape Push the cassette tape eject button to eject a cassette Compact disc To eject one compact disc only Push and release the compact disc eject button If you hold the button too long if the audio system is on at this time you hear a beep the mechanism will change to the...

Page 188: ...ust the tone and balance or to tune the station manually on the radio mode Tone and sound balance adjustment func tion Each time you push the AUDIO TUNE knob the display changes as in the fol lowing To adjust the tone and balance or turn on or off the automatic sound leveliz er turn the knob BAS Adjusts low pitched tones MID Adjusts mid pitched tones TRE Adjusts high pitched tones BAL Adjusts the ...

Page 189: ...oise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation DOLBY and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation FM button Push FM to turn on the radio and select the FM band FM1 or FM2 will appear on the display This system allows you to set six stations in FM1 and six stations in FM2 If the audio system is off you can turn on the ra...

Page 190: ... randomly play for the tracks on a disc Quickly push and release 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 player in random order To turn off the random feature push this but ton again To randomly play for all the tracks in the player Push and hold until you hear ...

Page 191: ...connected Check whether the XM antenna cable is attached securely A short circuit occurs in the antenna or the surrounding antenna cable See a Toyota certified dealer UPDATING You have not subscribed to the XM satellite radio The radio is being up dated with the latest encryption code Contact the XM satellite radio for sub scription information When a contact is canceled you can choose the CH000 a...

Page 192: ... to the next preset channel To stop scanning push this button again To scan the currently selected channel category Quickly push and release the SCAN but ton SCAN appears on the display The radio will find the next channel in the same channel category up the band stay there for 5 seconds and then scan again To stop scanning push this button again Use of satellite radio requires XM tuner and servic...

Page 193: ...e 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 After the end of the tape is reached the player will automatically reverse sides and start playing the other side There must be at least 3 seconds of blank space betwe...

Page 194: ... fully displayed The message display will be canceled if any button that affects the display is pushed If there is no song program title or artist name feature associated with the channel at that time will appear on the display This XM tuner supports Audio Services Music and Talk of only XM satellite radio and Text Information 2 linked to the re spective audio services 1 Use of satellite radio req...

Page 195: ...el the current channel category ap pears on the display When the channel category appears push either or side of the TYPE but ton to switch to the next or previous cate gory Use of satellite radio requires XM tuner and service Contact your Toyota dealer for details NOTICE To ensure correct audio system op erations Be careful not to spill beverages over the audio system Do not put anything other th...

Page 196: ...s can interfere with those received directly from the radio sta tion causing the radio station to sound alternately strong and weak Station interference When a reflected sig nal and a signal received directly from a radio station are very nearly the same frequency they can interfere with each other making it difficult to hear the broad cast Static AM is easily affected by external sources of elect...

Page 197: ...FOR YOUR CASSETTE PLAYER AND TAPES For the best performance for your cas sette player and tapes Clean the tape head and other parts regu larly A dirty tape head or tape path can decrease sound quality and tangle your cassette tapes The easiest way to clean them is by using a cleaning tape A wet type is recommended Use high quality cassettes Low quality cassette tapes can cause many problems includ...

Page 198: ...r compact disc 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 CAUTION Compact disc players use an invisible laser beam which could cause hazard ous radiation exposure if directed outside the unit Be sure to operate the player correctly Use only compact discs marked as shown above The following pro...

Page 199: ...ct discs carefully espe cially when you are inserting them Hold them on the edge and do not bend them Avoid getting fingerprints on them particularly on the shiny side Dirt scratches warping pin holes or other disc damage could cause the player to skip or to repeat a section of a track To see a pin hole hold the disc up to the light Remove discs from the compact disc player when you are not listen...

Page 200: ...the mode changes by pushing this button OFF button Use this button to turn off the system Volume adjusting knob Use this knob to adjust the volume b When the radio mode is selected CH button Push this button to select a preset station on the preset but ton of the front audio system Each push of the button changes to the station with higher numbered preset button TUNE button Push this button for ma...

Page 201: ... on the front seats side Vehicles with navigation system only When the XM satellite radio is se lected in the front seat the CD or DVD mode cannot be selected in the rear seat When the CD or DVD mode is se lected in the rear seat selecting the XM satellite radio in the front seat will automatically change the CD or DVD to AM mode in the rear seat CAUTION This system is not designed for a driver So...

Page 202: ...ound Use of satellite radio requires XM tuner and service Contact your Toyota dealer for details b When the TAPE mode is selected or switch Push this switch to fast forward or rewind the tape or for automatic program selection Push this switch until you hear a beep to fast forward or rewind the tape To stop fast forwarding or rewinding push the same side on the switch until you hear a beep Push th...

Page 203: ...g system Controls 190 Air flow selector settings 194 Operating tips 195 Instrument panel vents 197 Rear air conditioning system Controls 198 Air flow selector settings 200 For vehicle equipped with Navigation system please refer to the separate Navigation System Owner s Manual SECTION 1 9 ...

Page 204: ...UTO button 3 Temperature display 4 Fan speed display 5 Air flow display 6 MODE button 7 A C button 8 Windshield air flow button 9 Fan speed control button 10 Air intake control button 11 OFF button Front air conditioning system Controls ...

Page 205: ...eed unless you desire another fan speed mode Temperature selector knob To increase the temperature turn the knob to right side to decrease it turn the knob to left side MAX COLD appears when you adjust to maximum cooling and MAX HOT ap pears when you adjust to maximum warm ing OFF button Push the button to turn off the air condi tioning system MODE button Push the button to select the vents used f...

Page 206: ...ton once again returns the air flow mode to the last one used Pressing the windshield air flow button turns on the defroster linked air condition ing At this time the A C button indicator comes on when the air intake control is in recirculate mode regardless of whether or not the A C button is pressed in This is to clean up the front view more quickly To turn off the air conditioning alone press t...

Page 207: ...icle 2 Fresh Draws outside air into the 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 flashes there is a problem in the air conditioning system and the air conditioning automatically shuts off If this happens take your ve hicle to a Toyota dealer for s...

Page 208: ...194 Air flow selector settings See Instrument panel vents described below 17C001a ...

Page 209: ... If dust thrown up by the ve hicle is still drawn into the vehicle after closing the windows it is recommended that the air intake control button be set to FRESH and the fan speed control button to any setting except OFF If following another vehicle on a dusty road or driving in windy and dusty conditions it is recommended that the air intake control button be temporarily set to RECIRCULATE which ...

Page 210: ... air intake selects Fresh auto matically This is to clean up the front view more quickly Press the A C button for dehumidified heating or cooling This setting clears the front view more quickly On humid days do not blow cold air on the windshield the difference be tween the outside and inside tempera tures could make the fogging worse Defrosting The outside of the windshield For best results set c...

Page 211: ... flow control is not satisfactory check the instrument panel vents The instrument panel vents may be opened or closed as shown For removing frost or fog it is recom mended that you close the lower vent when you use the Floor the Floor Wind shield or the Windshield mode ...

Page 212: ...198 1 Rear air conditioning on off switch 2 AUTO button 3 Air flow selector 4 Fan speed selector 5 Temperature selector 6 OFF button Rear air conditioning system Controls 18c507b ...

Page 213: ...just the fan speed In automatic operation you do not have to adjust the fan speed unless you desire another fan speed mode Temperature selector Move the lever to adjust the tempera ture to the right to warm to the left to cool OFF button Push the button to turn off the rear air conditioning system Air flow selector Press one of the buttons to select the vents used for air flow An indicator light w...

Page 214: ...200 Air flow selector settings 18c508a Warm air Cool air ...

Page 215: ... 203 Cigarette lighter and ashtray 206 Power outlets 207 Roll sensing of curtain shield airbags off switch 208 Rear console box 209 Glove box 209 Garage door opener 209 Auxiliary boxes 214 Cup holders 215 Card holder 217 Tie down hooks 217 Cargo net hooks 218 Roof luggage carrier 218 Floor mat 220 Coat hooks 221 SECTION 1 10 ...

Page 216: ...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 the time will change to 2 00 If the electrical power source has been disconnected from the clock the time dis play will automatically be set to 1 00 When the instrument panel lights are turned on the brightness of the time in dication will be reduced Outside temperature d...

Page 217: ...he rear view monitor system is a supple ment device intended to assist back up When backing up be sure to check be hind and all around the vehicle visually CAUTION Never depend on the rear view monitor system entirely when back ing up Always make sure your in tended path is clear Use caution just as you would when backing up any vehicle Never back up while looking only at the screen The image on t...

Page 218: ...he lens rinse with water and wipe with a soft cloth If the lens is extremely dirty wash it with a mild cleanser and rinse Use your own eyes to confirm the vehicle s surroundings as the dis played image may become faint or dark and moving images will be distorted or not entirely visible when the outside temperature is low When backing up be sure to check behind and all around the ve hicle visually ...

Page 219: ...e back door as shown in the illustration The camera uses a special lens The distance of the image that ap pears on the screen differs from the actu al distance In the following cases it may become difficult to see the images on the screen even when the system is functioning In the dark for example at night When the temperature near the lens is extremely high or low When water droplets are adhering...

Page 220: ...ess it in After it finishes heating up it automati cally pops out ready for use If the engine is not running the key must be in the ACC position to use the light er Do not hold the cigarette lighter pressed in Use a Toyota genuine cigarette lighter or equivalent for replacement ASHTRAY To use the ashtray pull it out When finished with your cigarette thor oughly extinguish it in the ashtray to pre ...

Page 221: ...all the outlets together To prevent the battery from being discharged do not use the power outlets longer than necessary when the engine is not running Close the power outlet lids when the power outlets are not in use Inserting anything other than an ap propriate plug that fits the outlet or allowing any liquid to get into the outlet may cause electrical fail ure or short circuits Instrument panel...

Page 222: ...rned off If the ignition switch is turned to ACC or LOCK with the roll sensing function off and then the ignition switch is turned back to ON the roll sensing function will be back on automatically For details Seat belt pretensioners on page 57 or SRS side airbags and curtain shield airbags with roll sensing function on page 67 CAUTION Make sure the roll sensing of cur tain shield airbags off indi...

Page 223: ...accident or a sudden stop always keep the glove box door closed while driving Garage door opener Indicator light Buttons The garage door opener HomeLink Universal Transceiver is manufactured un der license from HomeLink and can be programmed to operate garage doors gates entry doors door locks home light ing systems and security systems etc a Programming the HomeLink The HomeLink in your vehicle h...

Page 224: ...the selected channel begins to flash 19C514 HomeLink 25 to 75 mm 1 to 3 in Hand held garage transmitter 2 Place your hand held garage transmit ter 25 to 75 mm 1 to 3 in away from the surface of the HomeLink Keep the indicator light on the HomeLink in view while programming 19C515 3 Simultaneously press and hold the hand held garage transmitter button along with the selected HomeLink but ton Do not...

Page 225: ...efore proceeding with the steps listed below 1 Locate the training button on the ceil ing mounted garage door opener motor The exact location and color of the button may vary by brand of garage door opener Refer to the owner s guide supplied by the garage door opener manufacturer for the location of this training button 2 Press the training button on the ceil ing mounted garage door opener motor F...

Page 226: ...eat steps 1 through 6 for each re maining HomeLink button to program another device Programming other devices To program other devices such as home security systems home door locks or lighting contact your authorized Toyota dealer for assistance Reprogramming a button Individual HomeLink buttons cannot be erased however to reprogram a single button follow the procedure Programming the HomeLink b O...

Page 227: ...s any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1 1982 A garage door open er which cannot detect an object signaling the door to stop and re verse does not meet current feder al safety standards Using a garage door opener without these features increases risk of serious injury or death This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with RSS 210 of the IC Rules Operation is subject...

Page 228: ...open as shown in the following illustrations CAUTION To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or a sudden stop always keep the auxiliary box closed while driving Type A luggage compartment Type B luggage compartment Type C rear console ...

Page 229: ...as an original equipment this auxiliary box can be used to store the warning reflector Hold the warning reflector kit with a band Make sure the warning reflector is secure ly held Cup holders The cup holder is designed for holding cups or drink cans securely To use them observe the following illustra tions CAUTION Do not place anything else other than cups or drink cans in the cup holder as such i...

Page 230: ... use a cup holder in the console box 1 Open the console box lid Pull down the knob so that the cup holder swings down 2 While holding the console box lid with your hand push down the cup holder to be secured NOTICE When you use the cup holder in the console box make sure it is se curely locked Do not rest your arm on the cup holder in the console box Wipe up spilt drink at once For second seats Fo...

Page 231: ...e a card in the slot as shown in the illustration Tie down hooks To secure your luggage use the tie down hooks as shown above See Cargo and luggage on page 247 for precautions when loading luggage NOTICE Do not use the seat anchors instead of the tie down hooks ...

Page 232: ...l equipment these hooks can be used to hang the cargo net NOTICE To prevent damage to the hook avoid hanging things other than a cargo net on it Roof luggage carrier Roof rails Cross rails The roof luggage carrier consists of roof rails and sliding cross rails Side knobs Upper knob ADJUSTING THE POSITION OF CROSS RAILS 1 Turn the upper and side knobs coun terclockwise to loosen the cross rails ...

Page 233: ...in the event of emergency braking or a collision Follow the manufacture s instructions and precautions when installing the attach ments or their equivalent CAUTION When you load cargo on the roof lug gage carrier observe the following Place the cargo so that its weight is distributed evenly between the front and rear axles If loading long or wide cargo never exceed the vehicle overall length or wi...

Page 234: ...uggages be careful not to scratch the surface of the moon roof Floor mat Use a floor mat of the correct size If the floor carpet and floor mat have a hole then it is designed for use with a locking clip Fix the floor mat with locking clip into the hole in the floor carpet CAUTION Make sure the floor mat is properly placed on the floor carpet If the floor mat slips and interferes with the movement ...

Page 235: ...ot hook a hanger heavy or sharp pointed object on the coat hook If the curtain shield airbags inflate those items will be hurled away with great force or the curtain shield air bags may not active correctly When you hang clothes hang them on the coat hook directly ...

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Page 237: ...verter 228 Engine exhaust cautions 229 Facts about engine oil consumption 230 Iridium tipped spark plugs 231 Brake system 231 Brake pad wear limit indicators 235 Rear step bumper 235 Limited slip differential 236 Your Toyota s identification 236 Theft prevention labels 237 Suspension and chassis 237 Tire information 238 Vehicle load limits 246 Cargo and luggage 247 Types of tires 250 SECTION 2 ...

Page 238: ...slung sports cars designed to perform satisfactorily under off road conditions Therefore sharp turns at excessive speeds may cause rollover CAUTION Always observe the following precau tions to help minimize the risk of se rious personal injury or damage to your vehicle In a rollover crash an unbelted per son is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt Therefore the driver...

Page 239: ...wing a few simple tips for the first 1600 km 1000 miles can add to the future economy and long life of your vehicle Avoid full throttle acceleration when starting and driving Avoid racing the engine Try to avoid hard stops during the first 300 km 200 miles 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 FUEL TYPE Your...

Page 240: ...is expected to be applied world wide The WWFC consists of four categories that depend on required emission lev els In the U S category 3 has been adopted The WWFC improves air quali ty by providing for better emissions in vehicle fleets and customer satisfaction through better vehicle performance CLEANER BURNING GASOLINE Cleaner burning gasoline including re formulated gasoline that contains oxy g...

Page 241: ...amage FUEL TANK CAPACITY 96 L 25 4 gal 21 1 Imp gal Fuel pump shut off system The fuel pump shut off system stops sup plying fuel to the engine when the engine stalls or an airbag inflates upon collision To restart the engine after the fuel pump shut off system activates turn the ignition switch to ACC or LOCK once and start it CAUTION Inspect the ground under the vehicle before restarting the eng...

Page 242: ...owing precautions Use only unleaded gasoline Do not drive with an extremely low fuel level running out of fuel could cause the engine to misfire creat ing an excessive load on the three way catalytic converter Do not allow the engine to run at idle speed for more than 20 min utes Avoid racing the engine Do not push start or pull start your vehicle Do not turn off the ignition while the vehicle is ...

Page 243: ...hecked immediately Do not run the engine in a garage or enclosed area except for the time needed to drive the vehicle in or out The exhaust gases cannot escape making this a particularly dangerous situation Do not remain for a long time in a parked vehicle with the engine run ning If it is unavoidable however do so only in an unconfined area and adjust the heating or cooling system to force outsid...

Page 244: ...der More oil is consumed by high speed driv ing and frequent acceleration and decel eration A new engine consumes more oil since its pistons piston rings and cylinder walls have not become conditioned Oil consumption Max 1 0 L per 1000 km 1 1 qt 600 miles 0 9 Imp qt 600 miles When judging the amount of oil con sumption note that the oil may become diluted and make it difficult to judge the true le...

Page 245: ... press and your stopping distance will increase Also the brake system warning light may come on CAUTION Do not drive your vehicle with only a single brake system Have your brakes fixed immediately BRAKE BOOSTER The brake booster uses brake fluid pres surized by the pump to power assist the brakes If the brake booster fails during driving the brake system warning light comes on and buzzer sound con...

Page 246: ...e system function is in action you may feel the brake pedal pulsating and hear a noise In this situation to let the anti lock brake system work for you just hold the brake pedal down more firmly Do not pump the brake in a panic stop This will result in reduced braking perfor mance The anti lock brake system becomes op erative after the vehicle has accelerated to a speed in excess of approximately ...

Page 247: ...of you Compared with vehicles without an anti lock brake system your vehicle may require a longer stopping dis tance in the following cases Driving on rough gravel or snow covered roads Driving with tire chains installed Driving over the steps such as the joints on the road Driving on roads where the road surface is pitted or has other differ ences in surface height Install all 4 tires of specifie...

Page 248: ... brake system will fail but also the vehicle will become extremely unsta ble during braking Either of the following conditions may occur but do not indicate a malfunc tion The light may stay on for about 60 seconds after the ignition key is turned to ON position It is normal if it turns off after a while Depressing the brake pedal repeatedly may turn on the light It is normal if it turns off after...

Page 249: ...If you hear a squealing or scraping noise while driving have the brake pads checked and replaced by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible Expensive ro tor damage can result if the pads are not replaced when necessary Rear step bumper The rear step bumper is for rear end protection and easier step up loading To get on the rear step bumper use the shaded area between the arrows in the illustration ...

Page 250: ...se a danger or re sult in serious injury NOTICE Use only a spare tire of the same size construction and load capacity as the original tires on your Toyota because damage to the limited slip differential could possibly occur with another tire type The vehicle identification number VIN is the legal identifier for your vehicle This number is on the left top of the instrument panel and can be seen thr...

Page 251: ...m stolen vehicles The label is designed so that once it is applied to a surface any attempt to remove it will result in destroy ing the integrity of the label Transferring these labels intact from one part to anoth er will be impossible NOTICE You should not attempt to remove the theft prevention labels as it may vio late certain state or federal laws Suspension and chassis CAUTION Do not modify t...

Page 252: ...parallel cords Cords mean the strands forming the plies in the tire 4 Location of tread wear indica tors For details see Checking and replacing tires on page 323 5 Summer tire or all season tire An all season tire has M S on the sidewall The tire not marked with M S is a summer tire For details see Types of tires on page 250 6 Radial tires or bias ply tires A radial tire has RADIAL on the sidewall...

Page 253: ...age 323 10 Maximum cold tire inflation pressure This means the pres sure to which a tire may be in flated For recommended cold tire inflation pressure see Tires on page 344 21A009a This illustration indicates typical DOT and Tire Identification Number TIN 1 DOT symbol 2 Tire Identification Number TIN 3 Tire manufacturer s identification mark 4 Tire size code 5 Manufacturer s optional tire type cod...

Page 254: ...dth 4 Tire construction code R Radial D Diagonal 5 Wheel diameter in inch 6 Load index 2 digits or 3 digits 7 Speed symbol alphabet with one letter 21A007a 1 Section width 2 Tire height 3 Wheel diameter 21A006a 1 Bead 2 Sidewall 3 Shoulder 4 Tread 5 Belt 6 Inner liner 7 Reinforcing rubber 8 Carcass 9 Rim lines 10 Bead wires 11 Chafer Tire size Name of each section of tire ...

Page 255: ... is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested un der controlled conditions on a speci fied government test course For ex ample a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 1 2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may depart significantly from the norm due ...

Page 256: ... temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C cor responds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of per formance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law Warning The temperature grades for this tire are established for a tire that is properly inf...

Page 257: ...transmission power steering power brakes power windows pow er seats radio and heater to the extent that these items are available as factory installed equipment whether installed or not Curb weight the weight of a motor vehicle with standard equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel oil and coolant and if so equipped air conditioning and addi tional weight optional engine the sum of the sum...

Page 258: ...he other sidewall of the tire or Intended outboard sidewall than the same molding on the other sidewall of the tire or B the outward facing sidewall of an asymmetrical tire that has a particular side that must always face outward when mounted on a vehicle Occupant distribution distribution of occupants in a vehicle as specified in the third column of Table 1 that follows Rim a metal support for a ...

Page 259: ...ce with Table 1 that follows and dividing by two Weather side the surface area of the rim not covered by the inflated tire Table 1 Occupant loading and distribution for vehicle normal load for various designated seating capacities Designated seating capacity number of occupants Vehicle normal load number of occu pants Occupant distribution in a normally loaded vehicle 2 through 4 2 2 in front 5 th...

Page 260: ...esti mated average weight is 68 kg 150 lb per person Depending on the weight of each person the seating ca pacity given may exceed the total load capacity NOTICE Even if the number of occupants are within the seating capacity do not exceed the total load ca pacity Towing capacity 2948 kg 6500 lb Towing capacity means the maximum gross trailer weight trailer weight plus its cargo weight that your v...

Page 261: ...ggage compartment It is not designed for passengers They should ride in their seats with their seat belts properly fastened Otherwise they are much more likely to suffer seri ous bodily injury in the event of sudden braking or a colli sion Do not place anything on the luggage cover Such items may be thrown about and possibly injure people in the vehicle during sudden braking or an accident Secure ...

Page 262: ...150 650 lbs 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calcu lated in Step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trail er load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of you...

Page 263: ...oad capacity see Vehicle load limits on page 246 CAUTION Even if the total load of occu pant s weight and the cargo load is less than the total load capac ity do not apply the load uneven ly That may cause not only dam age to the tire but also deteriora tion to the steering ability due to unbalance of the vehicle causing an accident Cargo capacity Weight of removed third seat SEATING CONFIGURATION...

Page 264: ...ving in most winter conditions as well as for use all year round All season tires however do not have adequate traction performance compared with snow tires in heavy or loose snow Also all season tires fall short in acceleration and handling performance compared with summer tires in highway driving The details about how to distinguish summer tires from all season tires are described on page 238 CA...

Page 265: ... enginee 252 How to start the engine 252 Tips for driving in various conditions 253 Off road driving precautions 254 Winter driving tips 256 Dinghy towing 257 Trailer towing 257 How to save fuel and make your vehicle last longer too 266 SECTION 3 ...

Page 266: ...5 seconds maximum if the engine has not started yet When you crank the engine again wait a few sec onds and restart it If you hold the key in START position the function will keep cranking for about 30 seconds maximum b Before cranking 1 Apply the parking brake firmly 2 Turn off unnecessary lights and acces sories 3 Put the selector lever in P If you need to restart the engine while the vehicle is...

Page 267: ...Always slow down in gusty crosswinds This will allow you much better control Drive slowly onto curbs and if pos sible at a right angle Avoid driving onto high sharp edged objects and other road hazards Failure to do so can lead to severe tire damage such as a tire burst Drive slowly when passing over bumps or travelling on a bumpy road Other wise the impact could cause severe damage to the tires a...

Page 268: ...hicle are high speed capability tires or not before driving at such speeds Do not continue normal driving when the brakes are wet If they are wet your vehicle will require a longer stopping distance and it may pull to one side when the brakes are applied Also the park ing brake will not hold the vehicle securely Off road driving precautions When driving your vehicle off road please observe the fol...

Page 269: ...e than a person wearing a seat belt Therefore the driver and all passengers should fasten their seat belts whenever the vehicle is mov ing When driving off road or in rugged terrain do not drive at excessive speeds jump make sharp turns strike objects etc This may cause loss of control or vehicle rollover causing death or serious injury You are also risking expensive dam age to your vehicle s susp...

Page 270: ...Life Coolant is a mix ture of 50 coolant and 50 deionized water This coolant provides protection down to about 35 C 31 F NOTICE Do not use plain water alone Check the condition of the battery and cables Cold temperatures reduce the capacity of any battery so it must be in top shape to provide enough power for winter start ing It tells you how to visually inspect the battery on page 330 Your Toyota...

Page 271: ... designed to be dinghy towed with four wheels on the ground behind a motorhome NOTICE Do not tow your vehicle with four wheels on the ground This may cause serious damage to your vehicle Trailer towing Your vehicle is designed primarily as a passenger and load carrying vehicle Tow ing a trailer will have an adverse effect on handling performance braking durability and driving economy fuel consumpt...

Page 272: ... The combination of the gross trailer weight added to the total weight of the vehicle occu pants and vehicle cargo must never exceed a total of 5625 kg 12400 lb Exceeding the maximum weight of the trailer the vehicle or the vehicle and trailer combination can cause an accident resulting in serious personal injuries Trailer hitch assemblies have differ ent weight capacities established by the hitch...

Page 273: ...front or rear axle resulting from distribution of the gross vehicle weight on both axles must not exceed the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR listed on the Certification Label Total trailer weight Tongue load Tongue load Total trailer weight 100 9 to 11 1 or 15 2 The trailer cargo load should be distributed so that the tongue load is 9 to 11 for weight carrying hitch 1 or 15 for weight distrib uting ...

Page 274: ... ing to the hitch manufacturer s instruc tions The hitch ball and king pin should have a light coat of grease Toyota recommends removing the trail er hitch whenever you are not towing a trailer to reduce the possibility of additional damage caused by the hitch if your vehicle is struck from behind After removing the hitch seal any mounting holes in the vehicle body to prevent entry of pollutants s...

Page 275: ... will most likely find stamped on the coupler are Trailer Class Typical Trailer Ball Size III 2 in II 2 in I 1 7 8 in 2 Select the appropriate trailer ball to match or exceed the gross trailer weight rating of the trailer The trailer ball load rating should be printed on the top of the ball 3 When mounted in the ball mount the threaded ball shank must protrude be yond the bottom of the lock washer...

Page 276: ...ety chain procedures follow the hitch or trailer manufacturer s recommenda tions CAUTION If the total trailer weight exceeds 453 kg 1000 lb trailer brakes are required Never tap into your vehicle s hy draulic system as it would lower its braking effectiveness Never tow a trailer without using a safety chain securely attached to both the trailer and the vehicle If damage occurs to the coupling unit...

Page 277: ... bracket after approximately 1000 km 600 miles of trailer driving CONNECTING A TRAILER models with active height control suspension only Stop your vehicle and a trailer in line and perform the following 1 Put the active height control suspen sion in the LO low mode Turn the ignition switch off or push the height control switch to turn off the active height control suspension 2 Connect a trailer 3 ...

Page 278: ...all vehicle trailer connec tions After driving a short distance stop and recheck the lights and con nections Before actually towing a trail er practice turning stopping and back ing with a trailer in an area away from traffic until you learn the feel Because stopping distance may be in creased vehicle to vehicle distance should be increased when towing a trailer For each 16 km h 10 mph of speed al...

Page 279: ...res over 30 C 85 F when going up a long or steep grade with a trailer If the engine coolant temperature gauge indicates overheating immediately turn off the air conditioning if in use pull off the road and stop in a safe spot Refer to If your vehicle overheats on page 274 Always place wheel blocks under both the vehicle and trailer wheels when parking Apply the parking brake firmly Put the transmi...

Page 280: ...is running smoothly begin driving but gently Remember howev er that on cold winter days this may take a little longer Accelerate slowly and smoothly Avoid jackrabbit starts Avoid long engine idling If you have a long wait and you are not in traffic it is better to turn off the engine and start again later Avoid engine over revving Use a gear position suitable for the road on which you are travelli...

Page 281: ...oil and grease brakes not adjusted etc all lower engine performance and con tribute to poor fuel economy For longer life of all parts and lower operating costs keep all maintenance work on schedule and if you often drive under severe conditions see that your vehicle receives more frequent maintenance For scheduled maintenance informa tion please refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide or Owner s ...

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Page 283: ... while driving 274 If you cannot increase engine speed 274 If your vehicle overheats 274 If you have a flat tire 275 If your vehicle becomes stuck 286 If your vehicle needs to be towed 287 If you cannot shift automatic transmission selector lever 290 If you lose your keys 291 SECTION 4 ...

Page 284: ...e light is out dim or goes out when the starter is cranked the battery is discharged You may try jump start ing See c Jump starting for further instructions If the light is O K but the engine still will not start it needs adjustment or repair Call a Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop NOTICE Do not pull or push start the ve hicle It may damage the vehicle or cause a collision when the engine st...

Page 285: ...omponents these instructions 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 towing service CAUTION Batteries contain sulfuric acid which is poisonous and corrosive Wear protective safety glasses when jump starting and avoid spilling acid on your skin clothing or ve hicle If you should accident...

Page 286: ...ing jump starting run the engine at about 2000 rpm with the accelerator pedal lightly depressed Discharged battery Positive terminal mark Jumper cable Booster battery Positive terminal mark 4 Make the cable connections in the or der a b c d a Connect the clamp of the positive red jumper cable to the positive terminal on the discharged bat tery b Connect the clamp at the other end of the positive r...

Page 287: ...n it at about 2000 rpm for several minutes with the accelerator pedal lightly depressed 7 Carefully disconnect the cables in the exact reverse order the negative cable and then the positive cable 8 Carefully dispose of the battery cover cloths they may now contain sulfuric acid 9 If removed replace all the battery vent plugs If the cause of your battery discharging is not apparent for example ligh...

Page 288: ...ota dealer for assistance CAUTION The above method of moving the vehicle is for emergency Use it only for moving minimum distances to a safe place Be especially careful to prevent er roneous pedal operation If your vehicle overheats If your engine coolant temperature gauge indicates overheating if you ex perience a loss of power or if you hear a loud knocking or pinging noise the engine has probab...

Page 289: ... it about half full For the coolant type see Coolant type selection on page 317 CAUTION Do not attempt to remove the radiator cap when the engine and radiator are hot Serious injury could result from scalding hot fluid and steam blown out under pressure 7 After the engine coolant temperature has cooled to normal again check the coolant level in the reservoir If neces sary bring it up to half full ...

Page 290: ...vehicle or may allow the ve hicle to fall off the jack and cause personal injury Never get under the vehicle when the vehicle is supported by the jack alone Use the jack only for lifting your vehicle during wheel changing Do not raise the vehicle with someone in the vehicle When raising the vehicle do not place any objects on top of or underneath the jack Raise the vehicle only high enough to remo...

Page 291: ...g Turn the jack joint by hand To remove Turn the joint in direction 1 until the jack is free To store Turn the joint in direction 2 until the jack is firmly secured to pre vent it flying forward during a collision or sudden braking To remove the spare tire under the luggage compartment 1 Put a jack handle jack handle ex tensions and jack handle end to gether as shown in the illustration 1 Jack han...

Page 292: ...ets the bolt on every joint when you tighten the bolts NOTICE Tighten all the joints securely Otherwise the extension may come off and it may damage the paint or vehicle body 2 Remove the access hole cover on the rear bumper with a flathead screwdriver To protect the paint place several sheets of paper over the paintwork 3 Insert the jack handle end into the lowering screw through the access hole ...

Page 293: ...ecure the tire taking care that the tire goes straight up without catching on any other part to prevent it from moving during a collision or sudden braking Check the tire from the side to see that the tire is stored horizontally Blocking the wheel 2 Block the wheel diagonally op posite the flat tire to keep the vehicle from rolling when it is jacked up When blocking the wheel place a wheel block i...

Page 294: ...loosen the wheel nuts before raising the vehicle Turn the wheel nuts counterclockwise to loosen 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 han dle Be careful that the wrench does not slip off the nut Do not remove the nuts yet just un screw them about one half turn CAUTION Ne...

Page 295: ...ear axle housing Right rear Under the bracket on the rear axle housing Make sure the jack is positioned on a level and solid place Put a jack handle jack handle exten sions and jack handle end together as shown in the illustration 1 Jack handle end 2 Jack handle extensions 3 Jack handle CAUTION Make sure they are each securely fixed with screws ...

Page 296: ...jack handle securely Make sure the hollow meets the bolt on any joint when you tighten the bolts NOTICE Tighten all the joints securely Otherwise the extension may come off and it may damage the paint or vehicle body Raising your vehicle 6 After making sure no one is in the vehicle raise it high enough so that the spare tire can be installed Remember you will need more ground clearance when puttin...

Page 297: ...e Changing wheels 7 Remove the wheel nuts and change tires 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 through its hole Wiggle the tire and press it back over the other bolts Before putting on wheels remove any corrosion on the mounting surfaces with ...

Page 298: ...may fall off which could cause a seri ous accident If there is oil or grease on any bolt or nut clean it Lowering your vehicle 9 Lower the vehicle completely and tighten the wheel nuts Turn the jack handle extension coun terclockwise with handle to lower the vehicle making sure the handle re mains firmly fitted onto the jack han dle extension Use only the wheel nut wrench and turn it clockwise to ...

Page 299: ...e side of wheel ornament and then firmly tap the other side around the edge of wheel ornament with the heel of your hand to snap into place CAUTION Take due care in handling the or nament to avoid unexpected per sonal injury After changing wheels 11 Check the air pressure of the re placed tire Adjust the air pressure to the specifi cation designated on page 344 If the pressure is lower drive slowl...

Page 300: ... on page 146 CAUTION Do not attempt to rock the vehicle free by moving it forward and back ward if people or objects are any where 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 ob jects NOTICE If you rock your vehicle observe the following precautions to prevent dam age to the trans...

Page 301: ...know the correct procedure it is possible to make a mistake To avoid damage to your vehicle make sure the following pre cautions are observed If necessary show this page to the tow truck driver TOWING PRECAUTIONS Use a safety chain system for all towing and abide by the state provincial and local laws The wheels and axle on the ground must be in good condition If they are damaged use a towing doll...

Page 302: ... low speeds Also the wheels axles drive train steering and brakes must all be in good condition CAUTION Use extreme caution when towing ve hicle Avoid sudden starts or erratic driving maneuvers which would place excessive stress on the emergency towing hook and towing cable or chain The hook and towing cable or chain may break and cause serious injury or damage NOTICE Do not use front and rear eye...

Page 303: ...ys pull straight ahead CAUTION If the emergency towing hook is used to get out when your vehicle becomes struck in mud sand or other condi tion from which the vehicle cannot be driven out under its own power make sure to observe the precautions men tioned below Otherwise excessive stress will be put on the hook and the towing cable or chain may break causing serious injury or damage If the towing ...

Page 304: ...lever out of P position to other positions even though the brake pedal is de pressed use the shift lock override but ton as follows 1 Turn the ignition key to LOCK position Make sure the parking brake is applied 2 Pry up the cover with a flathead screwdriver or equivalent 3 Insert your finger into the hole to push down the shift lock override button You can shift out of P position only while pushi...

Page 305: ...t be replaced See the suggestion given in Keys on page 10 You can use the wireless remote control system with the new key Contact your Toyota dealer for detailed information If your keys are locked in the vehicle and you cannot get a duplicate many Toyota dealers can still open the door for you using their special tools If you must break a window to get in we suggest breaking the smallest side win...

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Page 307: ...293 CORROSION PREVENTION AND APPEARANCE CARE Protecting your Toyota from corrosionn 294 Washing and waxing your Toyota 295 Cleaning the interior 297 SECTION 5 ...

Page 308: ...e necessity to keep your vehicle particularly the underside as clean as possible and to repair any dam age to paint or protective coatings as soon as possible To help prevent corrosion on your Toyota follow these guidelines Wash your vehicle frequently It is of course necessary to keep your vehicle clean by regular washing but to prevent corrosion the following points should be observed If you dri...

Page 309: ...h your vehicle as soon as pos sible When driving in a coastal area When driving on a road sprinkled with antifreeze When exposed to coal tar tree sap bird droppings and carcass of an insect When driving in areas where there is a lot of smoke soot dust iron dust or chemical substances When the vehicle becomes remarkably dirty with dust and mud Hand washing your Toyota Work in the shade and wait unt...

Page 310: ...oss especially on darker colors The manager of the car wash should be able to advise you wheth er the process is safe for the paint on your vehicle NOTICE To prevent damage to the antenna make sure it is retracted before driv ing your Toyota through an automatic car wash Waxing your Toyota Polishing and waxing is recommended to maintain the original beauty of your Toyota s finish Apply wax once a ...

Page 311: ... not wash the vehicle floor with water or allow water to get onto the floor when cleaning the vehicle interior or exterior Water may get into audio components or other electrical components above or un der the floor carpet or mat and cause a malfunction and it may cause body corrosion Vinyl interior The vinyl upholstery may be easily cleaned with a mild soap or detergent and water First vacuum ove...

Page 312: ...aken them Do not use the belts until they be come dry Windows The windows may be cleaned with any household window cleaner NOTICE When cleaning the inside of the rear window be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires or connec tors Air conditioning control panel audio system instrument panel console pan el and switches Use a soft damp cloth for cleaning Soak a clean soft cloth in water o...

Page 313: ...ng the leather as these could cause discoloring Use of a nylon brush or synthetic fiber cloth etc may scratch the fine grained surface of the leather Mildew may develop on soiled leath er upholstery Be especially careful to avoid oil spots Try to keep your upholstery always clean Long exposure to direct sunlight may cause the leather surface to harden and shrink Keep your ve hicle in a shaded area...

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Page 315: ...rementss 302 General maintenance 303 Does your vehicle need repairing 305 Emissions inspection and maintenance I M programs 306 For scheduled maintenance information please refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide or Owner s Manual Supplement SECTION 6 ...

Page 316: ...epair of the emission con trol system The owner may elect to use non Toyota supplied parts for replacement pur poses without invalidating the emission control system warranty However use of replacement parts which are not of equivalent quality may impair the effec tiveness of the emission control sys tems You may also elect to have mainte nance replacement or repair of the emission control devices...

Page 317: ...ling Washer fluid Make sure there is sufficient fluid in the tank See page 333 for additional informa tion Engine coolant level Make sure the coolant level is between the FULL and LOW lines on the see through reservoir when the engine is cold See page 316 for additional information Radiator condenser and hoses Check that the front of the radiator and condenser are clean and not blocked with leaves...

Page 318: ...tors and anchors operate properly and smoothly Make sure the belt webbing is not cut frayed worn or dam aged Accelerator pedal Check the pedal for smooth operation and uneven pedal effort or catching Brake pedal Check the pedal for smooth operation and that the pedal has the proper clearance Check the brake booster function Brakes In a safe place check that the brakes do not pull to one side when ...

Page 319: ...ss of power Strange engine noises A fluid leak under the vehicle however water dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal Change in exhaust sound This may indicate a dangerous carbon monoxide leak Drive with the windows open and have the exhaust system checked im mediately Flat looking tire excessive tire squeal when cornering uneven tire wear Vehicle pulls to one side when driving str...

Page 320: ... the OBD system Readiness codes are automatically set during ordinary driving However when the battery is disconnected or run down the codes are erased Also depending on your driving habits the codes may not be completely set Also if the malfunction indicator lamp had come on recently due to temporary mal function such as a loose fuel tank cap your vehicle may not pass the I M test The malfunction...

Page 321: ...307 DO IT YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Introduction Engine compartment overview 308 Fuse locations 309 Do it yourself service precautions 310 Parts and tools 311 SECTION 7 1 ...

Page 322: ...d reservoir 2 Engine oil filler cap 3 Brake fluid reservoir 4 Fuse block 5 Battery 6 Windshield and rear window washer fluid tank 7 Engine oil level dipstick 8 Condenser 9 Radiator 10 Engine coolant reservoir 11 Power steering fluid reservoir 71C004f ...

Page 323: ...309 Fuse locations i71002d Spare fuses 1 Spare fuses 71C510a ...

Page 324: ...rk plug boots etc will be hot So be care ful not to touch them Oil fluids and spark plugs may also be hot If the engine is hot do not remove the radiator cap or loosen the drain plugs to prevent burning yourself Do not leave anything that may burn easily such as paper or rags in the engine compartment Do not smoke cause sparks or al low open flames around fuel or the battery Their fumes are flamma...

Page 325: ...adio noise Do not reuse iridium tipped spark plugs by cleaning or regapping Do not overfill automatic transmis sion fluid transfer oil and power steering fluid or the transmission transfer and power steering could be damaged Do not drive with the air cleaner filter removed or excessive engine wear could result Also backfiring could cause a fire in the engine compartment Be careful not to scratch t...

Page 326: ...aper towel Funnel only for adding fluid CHECKING BATTERY CONDITION Tools Warm water Baking soda Grease Conventional wrench for terminal clamp bolts CHECKING AND REPLACING FUSES Parts if replacement is necessary Fuse with same amperage rating as original ADDING WASHER FLUID Parts Water Washer fluid containing antifreeze for winter use Tools Funnel REPLACING LIGHT BULBS Parts Bulb with same number a...

Page 327: ... Checking the radiator and condenser 317 Checking suspension fluid AHC 318 Checking brake fluid 318 Checking power steering fluid 319 Checking tire inflation pressure 320 Checking and replacing tires 323 Rotating tires 325 Installing snow tires and chains 325 Replacing wheels 327 Aluminum wheel precautions 328 SECTION 7 2 ...

Page 328: ... under the end CAUTION Be careful not to touch the hot ex haust manifold NOTICE Be careful not to drop engine oil on the vehicle components If the oil level is below or only slightly above the low level add engine oil of the same type as already in the engine Remove the oil filler cap and add engine oil in small quantities at a time checking the dipstick We recommend that you use a funnel when add...

Page 329: ...ty Oil grade API grade SL Energy Conserving or ILSAC multigrade engine oil Recommended viscosity SAE 5W 30 Outside temperature SAE 5W 30 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good starting in cold weather If SAE 5W 30 oil is not available SAE 10W 30 oil may be used However it should be replaced with SAE 5W 30 at the next oil change API service symbol ILSAC certification mark ...

Page 330: ...y tested and approved for all Toyota engines Please contact your Toyota dealer for fur ther details about Toyota Genuine Motor Oil Look at the see through coolant reser voir when the engine is cold The cool ant level is satisfactory if it is between the FULL and LOW lines on the reservoir If the level is low add the coolant For the coolant type see Coolant type selection described be low The coola...

Page 331: ...ds Toyota Super Long Life Coolant which has been tested to ensure that it will not cause corrosion nor result in malfunction of your engine cool ant system with proper usage Toyota Su per Long Life Coolant is formulated with long life hybrid organic acid technology and has been specifically designed to avoid engine cooling system malfunction on Toyota vehicles Please contact your Toyota dealer for...

Page 332: ...e Suspension fluid AHC for the active height control suspen sion If you fill other fluids such as brake fluid automatic transmission fluid power steering fluid engine oil etc the active height control suspen sion could be damaged Checking brake fluid To check the fluid level simply look at the see through reservoir The level should be between the MAX and MIN lines on the reservoir It is normal for...

Page 333: ...r eyes If fluid gets on your hands or in your eyes flush the affected area with clean water im mediately If you still feel uncomfort able with your hands or eyes go to the doctor NOTICE If you spill some of the fluid be sure to wipe it off to prevent it from dam aging the parts or paintwork Checking power steering fluid Open Close If cold O K If cold add If hot O K If hot add Check the fluid level...

Page 334: ...transmission fluid DEXRON II or III to bring the level within the range To remove the reservoir cap turn it coun terclockwise and lift up To reinstall it turn it clockwise After replacing the filler cap visually check the steering box case vane pump and hose connections for leaks or damage CAUTION The reservoir tank may be hot so be careful not to burn yourself NOTICE Avoid overfilling or the powe...

Page 335: ... inflation pres sure reading Always use a tire inflation pres sure gauge The appearance of a tire can be misleading Besides tire inflation pressures that are even just a few pounds off can de grade ride and handling Do not bleed or reduce tire inflation pressure after driving It is normal for the tire inflation pressure to be higher after driving Never exceed the vehicle capac ity weight The passe...

Page 336: ...waste fuel reduce the comfort of driv ing reduce tire life and make your ve hicle less safe to drive If a tire frequently needs refilling have it checked by your Toyota deal er CAUTION Keep your tires properly inflated Otherwise the following condi tions may occur and cause an ac cident resulting in death or seri ous injuries Low tire pressure underinfla tion Excessive wear Uneven wear Poor handli...

Page 337: ...age such as cuts splits cracks deep enough to expose the fabric or bulges indi cating internal damage the tire should be replaced If a tire often goes flat or cannot be properly repaired due to the size or location of a cut or other damage it should be replaced If you are not sure consult with your Toyota dealer If air loss occurs while driving do not continue driving Driving even a short distance...

Page 338: ...ng in death or serious injuries Do not mix radial bias belted or bias ply tires on your ve hicle as this may cause dan gerous handling characteris tics resulting in loss of control Do not use tires other than the manufacturer s recommended size as this may cause danger ous handling characteristics resulting in loss of control Do not use tires of different brands sizes construction or tread pattern...

Page 339: ...mage Abnormal wear is usually caused by incorrect tire infla tion pressure improper wheel align ment out of balance wheels or se vere braking WHEN TO USE SNOW TIRES OR CHAINS Snow tires or chains are recommended when 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 construc...

Page 340: ...xcessive difference in road grip capability between the front and rear tires which could cause loss of vehicle control When storing removed tires you should store them in a cool dry space Mark the direction of rotation and be sure to install them in the same direction when replacing CAUTION Do not drive with the snow tires incorrectly inflated Never drive over 105 km h 65 mph with any type of snow...

Page 341: ...ains may ad versely affect vehicle handling When driving with chains installed be sure to drive carefully Slow down before entering curves to avoid losing control of the vehicle Otherwise an accident may occur Replacing wheels WHEN TO REPLACE YOUR WHEELS If you have wheel damage such as bending cracks or heavy corrosion the wheel should be replaced If you fail to replace a damaged wheel the tire m...

Page 342: ...ting in loss of control Do not use wheels of different brands sizes and types as this may cause dangerous handling characteristics resulting in loss of control Aluminum wheel precautions When installing aluminum wheels check that the wheel nuts are tight after driving your vehicle the first 1600 km 1000 miles If you have rotated repaired or changed your tires check that the wheel nuts are still ti...

Page 343: ... IT YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Electrical components Checking battery condition 330 Battery recharging precautions 331 Checking and replacing fuses 332 Adding washer fluid 333 Replacing light bulbs 333 SECTION 7 3 ...

Page 344: ...ntion immediately If electrolyte gets on your clothes there is a possibility of its soaking through to your skin so immediate ly take off the exposed clothing and follow the procedure above if nec essary If you accidentally swallow electro lyte drink a large quantity of water or milk Follow with milk of magne sia beaten raw egg or vegetable oil Then go immediately for emer gency help Checking batt...

Page 345: ...CKING BY INDICATOR Check the battery condition by the indi cator color Indicator 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 Have battery checked by your Toyota dealer Battery recharging precautions During recharging the battery is pro ducing hydrogen gas Therefore before recharging 1 If ...

Page 346: ... sure whether the fuse has blown try replacing the suspected fuse with one that you know is good If the fuse has blown push 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 RADIO DOME or RR A C fuse which may be dispensable for normal driving and use it if its amperage rating i...

Page 347: ...t use engine antifreeze or any other substitute because it may damage your vehicle s paint Do not fill washer fluid over the NORMAL level Replacing light bulbs The following illustrations show how to gain access to the bulbs When replacing a bulb make sure the ignition switch and light switch are off Use bulbs with the wattage ratings given in the table The tail lights and stop lights consist of a...

Page 348: ... signal front side marker and parking lights 1157NA 27 8 C Front fog lights 9006 51 B Tail lights 0 5 G Stop tail lights 4 3 0 3 G Light bulbs Bulb No W Type Rear turn signal lights 7440 21 D Back up lights 921 18 D Hight mounted stoplight 2 2 G License plate lights 5 D Interior lights 8 E Personal lights Type A Type B 5 8 F E Glove box light 1 4 D Door courtesy lights 3 D Vanity lights 1 5 E A HB...

Page 349: ...ulb base If the connector is tight wiggle it 4 Left hand headlight and right hand headlight high beam Install the bulb base by turning it clockwise to the front of the vehicle Right hand headlight low beam Install the bulb base by turning it counterclockwise to the front of the vehicle Left hand haedlight Remove the washer inlet Aiming is not necessary after replacing the bulb When aiming adjustme...

Page 350: ...vehicle as shown 2 Pull the bulb out of the bulb base If the connector is tight wiggle it 3 Install a new bulb base by turning it clockwise to the front of the vehicle Aiming is not necessary after replacing the bulb When aiming adjustment is nec essary contact your Toyota dealer ...

Page 351: ...your Toyota dealer NOTICE Do not try to replace the front turn signal and front side marker light bulbs by your self You may damage the vehicle Use a flathead screwdriver a b a Rear turn signal light b Back up light Front turn signal and front side marker lights Rear turn signal and back up lights ...

Page 352: ...338 License plate lights ...

Page 353: ...339 SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions and weightss 340 Engine 340 Fuel 340 Service specifications 341 Tires 344 Fuses 345 SECTION 8 ...

Page 354: ...o weight kg lb 2948 6500 1 Unladen vehicle 2 With active height control suspension Engine Model 4 7L V8 2UZ FE Type 8 cylinder V type 4 cycle gasoline Bore and stroke mm in 94 0 84 0 3 70 3 30 Displacement cm3 cu in 4664 284 6 Fuel Fuel type Unleaded gasoline Octane Rating 87 Research Octane Number 91 or higher For improved vehicle performance the use of premium unleaded gasoline with an Octane Ra...

Page 355: ...r details COOLING SYSTEM Total capacity L qt Imp qt Without rear heater 14 7 15 5 12 9 With rear heater 15 4 16 3 13 6 Coolant type Toyota Super Long Life Coolant is used in your Toyota vehicle at factory fill In order to avoid technical problems only use Toyota Super Long Life Coolant or similar high quality ethylene glycol based non sili cate non amine non nitrite and non bo rate coolant with lo...

Page 356: ...WS may cause deterioration in shift quality locking up of your transmis sion accompanied by vibration and ultimately damage the automatic transmission of your vehicle TRANSFER Oil capacity L qt Imp qt 1 3 1 4 1 1 Oil type Gear oil API GL 4 or GL 5 Recommended oil viscosity SAE 75W 90 DIFFERENTIAL Oil capacity L qt Imp qt Front 1 6 1 7 1 4 Rear 3 3 3 5 2 9 Oil type Hypoid gear oil API GL 5 Recommen...

Page 357: ...e play mm in 1 6 0 04 0 24 Pad wear limit mm in 1 0 0 04 Lining wear limit mm in 1 0 0 04 Parking brake adjustment when pulled with the force of 196 N 20 kgf 44 lbf 4 6 clicks Fluid type SAE J1703 or FMVSS No 116 DOT 3 STEERING Wheel free play Less than 40 mm 1 6 in Power steering fluid type Automatic transmission fluid DEXRON II or III ...

Page 358: ...ing Normal driving Trailer towing Wheel size P275 60R18 111H 200 29 220 32 220 32 240 35 18 8JJ Wheel nut torque N m kgf m ft lbf 131 13 4 96 6 NOTE For a complete information on tires e g replacing tires or replacing wheels see Checking tire inflation pressure on page 320 through Aluminum wheel precautions on page 328 ...

Page 359: ... A Fog lights 12 TOWING BRK 30A Trailer lights 13 HEAD CLNER 20 A Headlight cleaner 14 FR IG 10 A Charging system 15 PANEL 7 5 A Instrument panel light 16 TOWING TAIL 30 A Trailer lights 17 TAIL 15 A Parking lights Tail lights Right side kick panel 18 BAT 30 A All components in ECU B2 19 TEL 7 5 A No circuit 20 AMP 30 A Audio system 21 EFI or ECD No 1 25 A Multiport fuel injection system Sequentia...

Page 360: ...43 A C 15 A Air conditioning system 44 STOP 15 A Stop lights 45 OBD 2 7 5 A On board diagnosis sys tem 46 IDEL UP 7 5 A Idle up system 47 LH SEAT 30 A Power seat system 48 DOOR 25 A Power door lock system Power windows 49 SUN ROOF 25 A Electronic moon roof 50 RR WIPER 15 A Rear wiper system 51 ECU B2 10 A Power door lock system Power window 52 DIFF 20 A Four wheel drive system 53 WASHER 15 A Winds...

Page 361: ...ditioning system 71 RH SEAT 30 A Power seat system 72 AIR PUMP 50A Multiport fuel injection system Sequential multiport fuel injec tion system 73 A F HTR 15A Multiport fuel injection system Sequential multiport fuel injec tion system ...

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Page 363: ...349 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS FOR U S OWNERS AND UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING Reporting safety defects for U S ownerss 350 SECTION 9 ...

Page 364: ...and if it finds that a safety de fect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual prob lems between you your dealer or Toyota Motor Sales U S A Inc To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in Washington D C area or write to NHTSA U S Department of Transportatio...

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