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Summary of Contents for 2007 Land Cruiser

Page 1: ...umber 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 of printing However...

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: ...r 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 compo...

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 330 and 256 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: ...rollover 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 vehi...

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Page 11: ... the engine 262 General maintenance 313 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 235 for detailed information Fuel tank capacity 96 L 25 4 gal 21 1 lmp gal ...

Page 12: ...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 13: ... 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 14: ...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 15: ...w switches 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 In...

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

Page 17: ...tioning controls 11 Outside rear view mirror heater switch 12 Rear air conditioning switch 13 Rear window defogger switch 14 Center differential lock switch 15 Power antenna switch 16 Power tilt and telescopic steering switch 17 Instrument panel light control dial 18 Power rear view mirror control switches 19 Tire pressure warning reset switch 20 Power quarter window switch left hand side 21 Power...

Page 18: ...5 1 Ashtray 2 Cigarette lighter 3 Power outlet Lower part of center cluster panel ...

Page 19: ...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 20: ...ht 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...

Page 21: ...nsing of curtain shield airbags off switch on page 70 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 22: ...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 23: ... 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 24: ...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 25: ... 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 26: ...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 27: ...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 28: ...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 121 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 29: ... 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 30: ...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 11C522a 2 Remove the module from the key frame Replacing battery ...

Page 31: ...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 32: ...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 33: ... Along with the proper use 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 position All doors are automatically locked when the selector lever is moved out of P p...

Page 34: ...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 35: ...tch 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 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 36: ...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 37: ...er 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 and get trapped...

Page 38: ...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 39: ... 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 257 for precautions when loading lugg...

Page 40: ...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 41: ...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 42: ...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 43: ... 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 44: ...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 45: ... 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 46: ...g 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 open ing Unattended p...

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Page 48: ...ERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Occupant restraint systems Seats 36 Front seats 36 Armrest 39 Rear seats 39 Head restraints 48 Seat heaters 49 Seat belts 50 SRS airbags 61 Child restraint 83 SECTION 1 3 ...

Page 49: ...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 50: ...Observe the following precautions Do not lean against the front door when the vehicle is in use since the side airbag inflates with consid erable speed and force Otherwise you may be killed 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 ...

Page 51: ...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 52: ...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 53: ...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 54: ...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 55: ... seat back and fold it down Tumbling the rear seats will enlarge the luggage compartment See Cargo and luggage on page 257 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 56: ... 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 57: ...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 58: ...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 257 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 59: ... 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 60: ...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 257 for precautions when loading luggage Remove the seat hook covers from the back of the seat cushion an...

Page 61: ...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 62: ...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 63: ... 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 64: ...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 belts they may ...

Page 65: ...ns 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 lap an...

Page 66: ...ure 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 death or serious injuries in a colli sion To release the belt press the buckle release button and allow the belt to retract If the belt does not retract smoothly pull it o...

Page 67: ...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 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 ...

Page 68: ...ve 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 death or serious 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 bel...

Page 69: ... if it is not absolutely necessary Do not use the seat belt extender when installing a child restraint system on the front or rear passen ger seat If installing a child re straint system with the seat belt extender connected to the seat belt the seat belt will not securely hold the child restraint system which could cause death or serious injury to the child or other passengers in the event of col...

Page 70: ... not twisted Do not insert coins clips etc in the buckle as this may prevent you from properly latching the tab and buckle If the seat belt does not function normally immediately contact your Toyota dealer Do not use the seat until the seat belt is fixed because it cannot protect an adult occupant or your child from death or serious injury Seat belt pretensioners The driver and front passenger sea...

Page 71: ...gs 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 70 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 turned...

Page 72: ...bag sensor or sur rounding area or wiring Failure to follow 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 pretension...

Page 73: ... structure or con sole This indicator comes on when the igni tion key is turned to the ON position It goes off after about 6 seconds This means the seat belt pretensioners are operating properly This warning light system 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 dr...

Page 74: ...llowing cases contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible The front of the vehicle shaded in the illustration was involved in an accident that was not severe enough to cause the seat belt pretensioners to operate The seat belt pretensioner assembly or surrounding area is scratched cracked or otherwise damaged 13c560 The SRS Supplemental Restraint Sys tem front airbags are designed to pro vide f...

Page 75: ...bags if they do not wear the available seat belts properly During sudden braking just before a collision an unrestrained driver or front passenger can move for ward into direct contact with or close proximity to the airbag which may then deploy during the colli sion To ensure maximum protection in an accident the driver and all passengers in the vehicle must wear their seat belts properly Wear ing...

Page 76: ...goes under the bed of a truck etc It is possible that in some collisions where the forward deceleration of the ve hicle is very close to the designed thresh old level the SRS front airbags and the seat belt pretensioners may not activate together Always wear your seat belts properly Collision from the rear Collision from the side Vehicle rollover The SRS front airbags are not generally designed to...

Page 77: ...ot indicate a fire This smoke may remain inside the vehicle for some time and may cause some minor irritation to the eyes skin or breathing Be sure to wash off any residue as soon as possible to prevent any potential skin irritation with soap and water If you can safely exit from the vehicle you should do so imme diately Deployment of the airbags happens in a fraction of a second so the airbags mu...

Page 78: ...ender in the driver s seat the SRS driver s air bag system will judge that the driv er wears the seat belt even if not wearing it In this case the driver s airbag may not activate correctly causing death or serious injury in the event of collision Be sure to wear the seat belt with the seat belt extender For instructions and precautions con cerning the seating position see Front seat precautions o...

Page 79: ...modify or remove any wir ing Do not modify remove strike or open any components such as the steering wheel pad steering wheel column cover dashboard near the front passenger airbag front passenger airbag or airbag sensor assembly Doing so may pre vent the front airbag system from activating correctly cause sudden activation of the system or disable the system which could result in death or serious...

Page 80: ...ating properly This warning light system 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 front pas senger occupant classification system and indicator light front passenger s seat belt buckle switch seat belt pretensioner as semblies infl...

Page 81: ...sponse to a severe side impact the SRS side airbags and curtain shield air bags on impacted side work with the seat belts to help reduce injury by inflating The SRS side airbags help reduce injuries mainly to the driver s or front passenger s chest and the SRS curtain shield airbags help reduce injuries mainly to the driver s front passenger s or second seat passen ger s head and can help the driv...

Page 82: ...o the airbag which may then deploy during the colli sion To ensure maximum protection in an accident the driver and all passengers in the vehicle must wear their seat belts properly Wearing a seat belt properly during an accident reduces the chances of death or serious injury or being thrown out of the vehicle For instructions and precautions con cerning the seat belt system see Seat belts on page...

Page 83: ... severe side impact the curtain shield airbag on impacted side will inflate even if the roll sensing function is turned 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 CAUTION Make sure the roll sensing of cur tain shield airbags off indicator light is no...

Page 84: ...when the passenger compartment area suffers a severe impact from the side or vehicle rollover Always wear your seat belts properly Collision from the rear Collision from the front Vehicle rollover The SRS side airbags are not generally designed to inflate if the vehicle is in volved in a front or rear collision if it rolls over or if it is involved in a low speed side collision The angle of vehicl...

Page 85: ...e SRS side airbags and curtain shield airbags may deploy if a severe impact occurs to the underside of your vehicle Some examples are shown in the il lustration 13c538d The SRS side airbag and curtain shield airbag system consists mainly of the fol lowing components and their locations are shown in the illustration 1 SRS warning light 2 Front passenger occupant classification indicator light 3 Cur...

Page 86: ...d residue along with non toxic gas This does not indicate a fire This smoke may remain inside the vehicle for some time and may cause some minor irritation to the eyes skin or breathing Be sure to wash off any residue as soon as possible to prevent any potential skin irritation with soap and water If you can safely exit from the vehicle you should do so imme diately Deployment of the airbags happe...

Page 87: ...n the seat distributing your weight evenly in the seat Do not apply excessive weight to the outer side of the seats with a side airbag and to the front and rear pillar front center and rear garnish and roof interior with the curtain shield airbag Improper sitting and wearing of the seat belts may not retain you inside the vehicle Make sure the roll sensing of cur tain shield airbags off indicator ...

Page 88: ...e passenger seat facing the pas senger s side door since the side airbag and curtain shield airbag 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 allow anyone to get his her head or hands out of windows since the curtain shield airbags could inflate with c...

Page 89: ...will be thrown away with great force or the curtain shield airbag may not activate correctly resulting in death or serious injury Do not hook a hanger heavy or sharp pointed objects on the coat hook If the curtain shield airbags inflate those items will be thrown away with great force or the curtain shield airbags may not activate cor rectly resulting in death or serious injury When you hang cloth...

Page 90: ...uch luggage may cause the curtain shield airbags to inflate ac cidentally resulting in death or seri ous injury For details see Roof luggage carrier on page 228 Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious injury Consult your Toyota dealer about any repair and modification If you wish to modify your vehicle for a person with a physical disability consult your Toyota dealer I...

Page 91: ...lt pretensioner as semblies inflators roll sensing of curtain shield airbags off indicator light intercon necting wiring and power sources For details see Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers on page 132 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 o...

Page 92: ...and based on these conditions activates or deactivates the following systems Front passenger airbag Side airbag on the front passenger seat Front passenger s seat belt pretension er The system monitors the weight and load on the front passenger seat and the seat belt buckle switch to determine conditions 1 through 4 In order for the system to detect the conditions correctly do not do any of the fo...

Page 93: ...nger seat If the OFF indica tor is illuminated ask the passenger to sit up straight well back in the seat and with the seat belt worn correctly If the OFF indicator still remains illuminated either ask the passenger to move to the rear seat or if that is not possible move the front passenger seat fully rearward The front passenger occupant classifi cation indicator light will indicate ON and OFF w...

Page 94: ...tion in the system OFF On Off Deactivated Activated 1 The system judges a person of adult size as an adult When a smaller adult sits in the front passenger seat the system may recognize him her as a child depending on his her physique and posture 2 When a larger child who has outgrown a child restraint system sits in the front passenger seat the system may recognize him her as an adult depending o...

Page 95: ... seat Keep the front passenger seatback as upright as possible when the ve hicle is moving Reclining the seat back excessively may lessen the ef fectiveness of the seat belt system If an adult sits in the front passen ger seat the occupant classification indicator light should indicate ON If the OFF indicator is illumi nated ask the passenger to sit up straight well back in the seat feet on the fl...

Page 96: ...U S A now require the use of a child restraint system Your vehicle conforms to SAEJ1819 If a child is too large for a child restraint system the child should sit in the rear seat and must be restrained using the vehicle s seat belt See Seat belts on page 50 for details CAUTION For effective protection in automo bile accidents and sudden stops a child must be properly restrained using a seat belt o...

Page 97: ...ause death or serious injury to the child or other passengers in the event of collision Make sure you have complied with all installation instructions provided by the child restraint manufacturer and that the system is properly se cured It is not secured properly it may cause death or serious injury to the child in the event of a stop or accident Child restraint system A child restraint system for...

Page 98: ...ed by its manufac turer Your vehicle has anchor brackets for se curing the top strap of a child restraint system For instructions about how to use the an chor bracket see Using a top strap on page 101 Child restraint lower anchorages approved for your vehicle may also be used See Installation with child restraint lower an chorages on page 103 A Infant seat B Convertible seat C Booster seat Types o...

Page 99: ... child or second seat occupant s may be killed or seriously injured in case of sudden braking or a collision Child restraint systems installed on the third seat should not contact the second seatbacks 1 Run the center lap belt through or around the infant seat following the instructions provided by its manufactur er and insert the tab into the buckle taking care not to twist the lap belt Installat...

Page 100: ...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 While pressing the infant seat firmly against the seat cushion and seatback tighten the 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 ...

Page 101: ...ructions about the applicable age and size of the child as well as directions for installing the child restraint system CAUTION Do not install a child restraint sys tem on the third seat if it interferes with the lock mechanism of the sec ond seats Otherwise the child or second seat occupant s may be killed or seriously injured in case of sudden braking or a collision Child restraint systems insta...

Page 102: ...not twisted Do not insert coins clips etc in the buckle as this may prevent you from properly latching the tab and buckle If the seat belt does not function normally it cannot protect your child from 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 t...

Page 103: ...sure it is secure Follow all the installation instructions provided by its manufac turer 3 To remove the convertible seat press the buckle release button 13c564 A INFANT SEAT INSTALLATION An infant seat must be used in rear facing position only Installation with 3 point type seat belt ...

Page 104: ...t system is installed on the front passenger seat Do not install a child restraint sys tem on the second or third seat if it interferes with the lock mecha nism of the front or second seats Otherwise the child or front or second seat occupant s may be killed or seriously injured in case of sudden braking or a collision If the driver s seat position does not allow sufficient space for safe installa...

Page 105: ...sted 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 W...

Page 106: ...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 4 To remove the infant seat press the buckle release button and allow the belt to retract completely The belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or older child passen ger ...

Page 107: ... passenger seat to the rearward position 3 Put the child restraint system on the front passenger seat without putting your weight on the front passenger seat 4 Insert the seat belt tab into the seat belt buckle 5 Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it in the lock mode When the belt is then retracted even slightly it cannot be extended To hold the seat securely make sure the belt is in the lock m...

Page 108: ...ng child re straint system on the front passenger seat A forward facing child restraint system should only be installed on the front passenger seat when un avoidable If you must install the child restraint system on the front passenger seat put the seat in its most rearward position and install the forward facing child restraint sys tem in the proper order Otherwise the front passenger occupant cl...

Page 109: ... 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 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 t...

Page 110: ...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 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...

Page 111: ... in the lock mode before letting the belt retract 3 While pressing the convertible seat firmly against the seat cushion and seatback let the shoulder belt retract as far as it will go to hold the convert ible seat securely 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 112: ...n for ward facing position only 13c570 Move seat fully back CAUTION 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 even if the front pas senger occupant classification indi cator light indicates OFF because the front passenger airbag could in flate with considerable spee...

Page 113: ...rrectly across the child s shoulder and that the lap belt is positioned as low as possible on the child s hips See Seat belts on page 50 for details CAUTION Always make sure the shoulder belt is positioned across the center of child s shoulder The belt should be kept away from child s neck but not falling off child s shoulder Otherwise the child may be killed or seriously injured in case of sud de...

Page 114: ...r Toyota dealer immediately Do not install the child restraint system on the seat until the seat belt is fixed 2 To remove the booster seat press the buckle release button and allow the belt to retract Using a top strap 13C001 Follow the procedure below for a child restraint system that requires the use of a top strap ...

Page 115: ...emove the head restraint 13C004 2 Fix the child restraint system with the seat belt 3 Take off the cover latch the hook onto the anchor bracket and tighten the top strap For instructions to install the child re straint system see Child restraint on page 83 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...

Page 116: ...and center second seats Child restraint system interfaced with the FMVSS213 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 Make sure the seatbac...

Page 117: ...008 b Type B 3 Type A Latch the hooks of lower straps onto the anchorages and tighten the lower straps Type B Latch the buckles onto the anchorages If your child restraint system has a top strap it should be anchored For the installation of the top strap see Using a top strap on page 101 For installation details refer to the instruc tion manual equipped with each product ...

Page 118: ...n different directions to be sure it is secure Follow all the installation instructions provided by its manufacturer After securing the child restraint system never recline the seat Do not install a child restraint sys tem on the rear seat if it interferes with the lock mechanism of the front seats Otherwise the child or front seat occupant s may be killed or seriously injured in case of sud den b...

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Page 120: ...OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Steering wheel and Mirrors Power tilt and telescopic steering wheel 108 Outside rear view mirrors 109 Anti glare inside rear view mirror 110 Sun visors 115 SECTION 1 4 ...

Page 121: ...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 122: ...mirrors will quickly clear the mirror surface See Outside rear view mirror heaters on page 125 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 123: ...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 124: ... 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 125: ...rror 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 sens...

Page 126: ...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 127: ...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 128: ... 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 130: ...nals 118 Emergency flashers 120 Instrument panel light control 120 Front fog lights 121 Interior lights 121 Personal lights 122 Ignition switch light 123 Windshield wipers and washer 123 Rear window wiper and washer 124 Rear window defogger 125 Outside rear view mirror heaters 125 SECTION 1 5 ...

Page 131: ...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 132: ...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 133: ...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 134: ...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 135: ...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 136: ...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 137: ...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 138: ...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 139: ... 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 140: ...ervice reminder indicators Fuel gauge 128 Engine coolant temperature gauge 128 Engine oil pressure gauge 129 Voltmeter 130 Tachometer 130 Odometer and two trip meters 131 Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers 132 Trip information display 140 SECTION 1 6 ...

Page 141: ...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 142: ...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 143: ...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 144: ...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 145: ...his 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 immediately and contact Toyota dealer e Replace engine oil f Take vehicle to Toyota dealer g Fill up tank ...

Page 146: ... 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 contact 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 147: ...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 148: ...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 you...

Page 149: ...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 150: ...ght comes on 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 c...

Page 151: ...izing 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 is ...

Page 152: ...r 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 light should go off 4 Place the ...

Page 153: ...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 154: ...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 156: ...utomatic transmission 145 Four wheel drive system 149 Active traction control system 152 Vehicle stability control system 154 Tire pressure warning system 156 Parking brake 163 Cruise control 164 Active height control suspension AHC 167 Skyhook TEMS Skyhook Toyota electronic modulated suspension 175 SECTION 1 7 ...

Page 157: ... 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 START p...

Page 158: ...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 159: ...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 160: ...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 161: ...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 162: ...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 163: ...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 164: ...e 145 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 165: ...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 166: ...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 167: ... anti lock brake 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 con...

Page 168: ...the center differential lock indicator light For details see Four wheel drive system a Four wheel drive control on page 149 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 169: ...ion key is turned ON The VSC TRAC warning light and VSC OFF indicator light remain on af ter the ignition key is turned ON The VSC OFF indicator light comes on while driving without pushing the center differential lock switch The tire pressure warning system warns you that the tire inflation pressure is low The tire pressure warning system is not a substitute for checking normal tire infla tion pr...

Page 170: ...s caused by temperature In this case ad justing the tire inflation pressure will turn off the light Pushing the tire pressure warning reset switch should not turn off the tire pressure warning light Adjusting the tire inflation pressure will turn off the light The spare tire is also equipped with the tire pressure warning valve and transmit ter The tire pressure warning light will turn on if the t...

Page 171: ...e pressure warning light Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS tire pressure warning system malfunction indicator to indi cate when the system is not operat ing properly The TPMS tire pressure warning system malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pres sure telltale tire pressure warning light When the system detects a malfunction the telltale will flash for approximately one...

Page 172: ...ressure warning valves and transmitters are used If the ID code on the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters is not registered If electronic devices or facilities using similar radio wave frequencies are nearby If a radio set at similar frequencies is in use in the vehicle If a window tint that affects the radio wave signals is installed If the tire pressure warning select switch is set to...

Page 173: ...pment generates uses 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 equ...

Page 174: ...n the tires or tire pressure warn ing valves and transmitters must be replaced have them replaced by your Toyota dealer The tire pressure warn ing valves and transmitters will be affected by the installation or removal of tires 16c523 Tire pressure warning reset switch When initializing the system the present tire inflation pressure is stored as stan dard The tire pressure warning system determine...

Page 175: ...erformed If you push the tire pressure reset switch accidentally and initialization is performed adjust the tire inflation pressure to the specified level and initialize the system again 16c522a If the tire pressure warning light does not blink slowly three times when you push and hold the reset switch initialization has failed and the tire pressure warning sys tem may not work properly In this ca...

Page 176: ...ters from your Toyota dealer and have the new ID code registered by your Toyota dealer If the tire pressure select switch is set to the wrong tire setting the system will not work properly After about 1 hour the tire pressure warning light blinks to indicate a system malfunction Parking brake When parking firmly apply the parking brake to avoid inadvertent creeping To set Pull up the lever For bet...

Page 177: ...n ve hicle speed may occur on steeper grades When the cruise control is on the driving pattern of the automatic transmission is fixed in the normal position regardless of the position of the driving pattern selector switch CAUTION To help maintain maximum control of your vehicle do not use the cruise control when driving in heavy or varying traffic or on slip pery rainy icy or snow covered or wind...

Page 178: ...To avoid accidentally engaging the cruise control turn the system off when it is not in use Make sure the CRUISE indicator light is off SETTING THE CRUISING SPEED The transmission must be in D or 4 before you set the cruising speed Bring your vehicle to the desired speed push the lever down in the SET direc tion and release it This sets the vehicle at that speed If the speed is not satisfactory ta...

Page 179: ...l is temporarily can celled the cruising speed can be resumed by pushing the lever up in the RES direction Vehicle speed must be above 40 km h 25 mph RESETTING TO A FASTER SPEED Push the lever up in the RES direction and hold it Release the lever when the desired speed is attained While the lever is held up the vehicle will gradually gain speed However a faster way to reset is to ac celerate the v...

Page 180: ...bout 50 mm 2 0 in higher at rear than the normal mode height This mode is suitable when driving on the bumpy roads and through water This mode is available when the vehicle speed is under about 30 km h 19 mph CAUTION The HI high or Extra high mode should be used for severe off road driving condition only Because the vehicle s center of gravity is higher in this setting the vehicle may become unsta...

Page 181: ...ode height In the following cases the extra high mode changes to the high mode automati cally When your vehicle is no longer stuck When the four wheel drive control lever is put in a position other than L When you push the height select switch on the side in the extra high mode the normal mode is selected Since the extra high mode is automatically selected you cannot select this mode on purpose wi...

Page 182: ...it Refer to the follow ing table Yes The mode can be selected No The mode cannot be selected Low mode Normal mode High mode At vehicle stoppage Yes Yes Yes Under about 30 km h 19 mph No Yes Yes About 30 km h 19 mph or over No Yes No In the following cases the active height control suspension does not operate even if the above conditions are all met The brake pedal has been depressed for longer tha...

Page 183: ...e overhead height is re stricted The vehicle height cannot be raised if the vehicle load exceeds the following limits Up to 4 occupants plus about 280 kg 617 lb in the normal mode Up to 4 occupants plus about 150 kg 331 lb in the high mode About 75 kg 165 lb for a person If the above load capacity is exceeded the desired vehicle height may not be ob tained even if the height select switch is pushe...

Page 184: ... switch twice To change the normal mode to low push the switch once NOTICE Do not select the low mode in the bumpy roads If the underbody of the vehicle touches the rugged road sur face the vehicle may be damaged Even if the engine is stopped while the vehicle height is being lowered the op eration continues for up to 12 seconds e Turning off the active height control suspension To turn off the ac...

Page 185: ...ension Otherwise the vehicle height may change because of the automatic leveling function resulting in an accident If your vehicle gets ditched turn off the active height control suspension with the height control switch Otherwise the vehicle height may change because of the automatic leveling function resulting in an ac cident Even after the active height control suspension is turned off with the...

Page 186: ...s on and at the same time the ready mode indicator light blinks 2 When the active height control suspen sion is turned on the present mode indicator light goes off and the ready mode indicator light blinks The vehicle height changes 3 After the vehicle height has changed completely the changed mode indicator light stays on If the vehicle is loaded heavily the ve hicle height cannot be raised even ...

Page 187: ... suspension fluid tem perature being raised within normal operat ing limits The vehicle changes to the se lected height when the vehicle height control is in the ready mode When the suspension fluid temperature is around 30 C 22 F the vehicle height cannot be raised even within the available load capacity After warming up the en gine push the control switch on the side once and then on the side to...

Page 188: ...MS adjusts the damp ing effect on the shock absorbers with the damping mode select switch Select one of the 4 modes which is suited to the driving conditions with the damping mode select switch to provide good rid ing comfort and stability 1 For driving on a bumpy road 2 For ordinary driving such as in the city traffic 3 For moderate high speed driving 4 For sporty type driving such as on winding ...

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Page 190: ...erence 178 Using your audio system 178 Audio system operating hints 191 Rear seat audio system 196 Audio remote controls steering switches 197 For vehicle equipped with Navigation system please refer to the separate Navigation System Owner s Manual SECTION 1 8 ...

Page 191: ...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 192: ...ellite Radio Inc as proof of compatibility with the services offered by the XM sat ellite 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 display of the ID...

Page 193: ...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 194: ...isc 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 cause...

Page 195: ...182 Controls and features Details of specific buttons controls and features are described in the alphabetical list that follows 17c517d ...

Page 196: ... 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 197: ...to adjust 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 Adjust...

Page 198: ...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 199: ... 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 200: ...ected 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 and a...

Page 201: ... 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 202: ...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 203: ...e 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 respective audio services 1 Use of satellite radio req...

Page 204: ...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 205: ...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 206: ...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 207: ...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 208: ...use damage to the player or changer Correct Wrong Handle compact 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 Rem...

Page 209: ...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 210: ... 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 211: ...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 212: ...g system Controls 200 Air flow selector settings 204 Operating tips 204 Instrument panel vents 206 Rear air conditioning system Controls 208 Air flow selector settings 210 For vehicle equipped with Navigation system please refer to the separate Navigation System Owner s Manual SECTION 1 9 ...

Page 213: ...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 214: ...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 215: ...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 216: ...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 217: ...d The windshield could fog up because of the difference in air temperature on the inside and outside of the windshield Keep the area under the front seats clear to allow air to circulate through out the vehicle On cold days set the fan speed to high for a minute to help clear the intake ducts of snow or moisture This can reduce the amount of fogging on the windows When driving on dusty roads close...

Page 218: ...g select recirculated air for a few minutes To keep the windows from fogging select fresh af ter the vehicle interior has been war med Press the A C button on for dehumidi fied heating Choose floor windshield air flow to heat the vehicle interior while defrosting or defogging the windshield Air conditioning For best results set controls to Fan speed AUTO Temperature To the desired temperature Air ...

Page 219: ...w 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 controls to Temperature Towards high temperature Air intake FRESH outside air Air flow WINDSHIELD Lower vent CLOSED When pressing the windshield air flow but ton the air intake selects Fresh auto matically This is to cl...

Page 220: ...tisfactory 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 221: ...208 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 222: ...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 223: ...210 Air flow selector settings 18c508a Warm air Cool air ...

Page 224: ... 213 Cigarette lighter and ashtray 216 Power outlets 217 Roll sensing of curtain shield airbags off switch 218 Rear console box 219 Glove box 219 Garage door opener 219 Auxiliary boxes 224 Cup holders 225 Card holder 227 Tie down hooks 227 Cargo net hooks 228 Roof luggage carrier 228 Floor mat 230 Coat hooks 231 SECTION 1 10 ...

Page 225: ...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 226: ...another screen The 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 scree...

Page 227: ...the 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 228: ...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 229: ...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 230: ...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 231: ...unction is turned 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 cur tain shield airbags on page 68 CAUTION Make sure the roll sensing of cur tain shield airbags off indicator light i...

Page 232: ...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 233: ...he 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 234: ...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 235: ...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 236: ...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 237: ...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 238: ...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 239: ... 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 240: ...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 257 for precautions when loading luggage NOTICE Do not use the seat anchors instead of the tie down hooks ...

Page 241: ...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 242: ...n the event of emergency braking or a collision Follow the manufacturer 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 243: ...t to scratch the surface of the moon roof Floor mat Use a floor mat of the correct size If the vehicle carpet and floor mat have a hole then it is designed for use with a locking clip Attach the floor mat to the vehicle carpet using the clip Lock the clip into the hole in the vehicle carpet CAUTION Make sure the floor mat is properly placed on the vehicle carpet If the floor mat slips and interfer...

Page 244: ...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 246: ...e way catalytic converter 238 Engine exhaust cautions 239 Facts about engine oil consumption 240 Iridium tipped spark plugs 241 Brake system 241 Brake pad wear limit indicators 245 Rear step bumper 245 Limited slip differential 246 Your Toyota s identification 246 Theft prevention labels 247 Suspension and chassis 247 Tire information 248 Vehicle load limits 256 Cargo and luggage 257 Types of tire...

Page 247: ...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 248: ...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 249: ...hat depend on required emission lev els In the U S category 4 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 genates such as ethanol or MTBE is available in many areas Toyota recommends...

Page 250: ...aint damage 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 t...

Page 251: ...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 252: ...hicle 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 outside air into the vehicle Keep the back door and quarter windows closed while driving An open or unsealed back door...

Page 253: ...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 254: ...our 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 continuously In...

Page 255: ...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 256: ...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 257: ... 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 258: ...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 259: ...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 260: ...very of parts from 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 CAUTIO...

Page 261: ...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 333 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 260 6 Radial tires or bias ply tires A radial tire has RADIAL on the sidewall...

Page 262: ...age 333 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 354 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 263: ...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 264: ... 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 265: ... 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 266: ...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 267: ...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 268: ...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 269: ...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 270: ...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 271: ...50 650 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 calculated in Step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer 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 your v...

Page 272: ...oad capacity see Vehicle load limits on page 256 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 273: ...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 248 CA...

Page 274: ...arting the enginee 262 How to start the engine 262 Tips for driving in various conditions 263 Off road driving precautions 264 Winter driving tips 266 Dinghy towing 267 Trailer towing 267 How to save fuel and make your vehicle last longer too 276 SECTION 3 ...

Page 275: ...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 276: ...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 277: ...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 278: ...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 279: ...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 340 Your Toyota...

Page 280: ... 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 281: ... 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 282: ...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 283: ... 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 284: ... 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 285: ...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 286: ... 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 287: ...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 288: ...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 284 Always place wheel blocks under both the vehicle and trailer wheels when parking Apply the parking brake firmly Put the transmi...

Page 289: ...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 290: ...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 292: ...ngine stalls while driving 284 If you cannot increase engine speed 284 If your vehicle overheats 284 If you have a flat tire 285 If your vehicle becomes stuck 296 If your vehicle needs to be towed 297 If you cannot shift automatic transmission selector lever 300 If you lose your keys 301 SECTION 4 ...

Page 293: ...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 294: ...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 295: ...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 296: ...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 297: ...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 298: ... it about half full For the coolant type see Coolant type selection on page 326 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 299: ...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 300: ...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 301: ...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 302: ...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 303: ...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 304: ...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 305: ...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 306: ...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 307: ...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 308: ... ing wheels Otherwise the nuts may loosen and the wheels may fall off which could cause a serious acci dent Reinstalling wheel ornament 10 Reinstall the wheel ornament Put the wheel ornament into position And press hand firmly on one 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 han...

Page 309: ...rotating your tires CAUTION Before driving make sure all the tools jack and flat tire are se curely in place in their storage location to reduce the possibility of personal injury during a colli sion or sudden braking If your vehicle becomes stuck in snow mud sand etc then you may attempt to rock the vehicle free by moving it forward and backward If your vehicle is equipped with the trac tion cont...

Page 310: ... when you cannot receive a towing service from a Toyota dealer or com mercial tow truck service tow your ve hicle carefully in accordance with the instructions given in Emergency tow ing on page 298 Proper equipment will help ensure that your vehicle is not damaged while being towed Commercial operators are generally aware of the state provincial and local laws pertaining to towing Your vehicle ca...

Page 311: ...ing type truck c Towing with sling type truck NOTICE Do not tow with sling type truck ei ther from the front or rear This may cause body damage Emergency towing If towing is necessary we recommend you to have it done by your Toyota dealer or a commercial tow truck ser vice If towing service is not available in an emergency your vehicle may be tempo rarily towed by a cable or chain se cured to fron...

Page 312: ...els on the ground This may cause serious damage to the transmission Before towing release the parking brake and put the transmission in N Unlock the center differential The key must be in ACC engine off or ON engine run ning CAUTION If the engine is not running the pow er assist for the brakes and steering will not work so steering and braking will be much harder than usual Before emergency towing...

Page 313: ...ng towing Tips for towing a stuck vehicle The following methods are effective to use when your vehicle is stuck in the mud sand or other condition from which the vehicle cannot be driven out under its own power Use extreme cau tion when towing the vehicles In addi tion keep away from the vehicles and towing cable or chain when towing Remove the sand soil in the front and the back of the tires Plac...

Page 314: ... you lose only one key contact your Toyota dealer to make a new key If you lose all your master keys you cannot make new keys the whole engine immobi lizer system must 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 ...

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Page 316: ...303 CORROSION PREVENTION AND APPEARANCE CARE Corrosion prevention and appearance care Protecting your Toyota from corrosionn 304 Washing and waxing your Toyota 305 Cleaning the interior 307 SECTION 5 ...

Page 317: ...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 318: ...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 until the vehicle body is ...

Page 319: ...er or the washing process itself Scratching reduces paint durability and gloss 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 recommende...

Page 320: ...eaning the vehicle interior or exterior Water may get into audio components or other electrical components above or un der the vehicle carpet or floor 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 over the upholstery to re move loose dirt Then using a sponge or soft cloth ap...

Page 321: ...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 322: ...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 324: ...ntenance requirementss 312 General maintenance 313 Does your vehicle need repairing 315 Emissions inspection and maintenance I M programs 316 For scheduled maintenance information please refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide or Owner s Manual Supplement SECTION 6 ...

Page 325: ...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 326: ...ling Washer fluid Make sure there is sufficient fluid in the tank See page 343 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 326 for additional information Radiator condenser and hoses Check that the front of the radiator and condenser are clean and not blocked with leaves...

Page 327: ...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 328: ...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 329: ... 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 330: ...317 DO IT YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Introduction Engine compartment overview 318 Fuse locations 319 Do it yourself service precautions 320 Parts and tools 321 SECTION 7 1 ...

Page 331: ...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 332: ...319 Fuse locations i71002d Spare fuses 1 Spare fuses 71C510a ...

Page 333: ...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 334: ...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 335: ...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 336: ... Checking the radiator and condenser 327 Checking suspension fluid AHC 327 Checking brake fluid 328 Checking power steering fluid 329 Checking tire inflation pressure 330 Checking and replacing tires 333 Rotating tires 335 Installing snow tires and chains 335 Replacing wheels 337 Aluminum wheel precautions 338 SECTION 7 2 ...

Page 337: ... 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 338: ...osity 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 Oil identification mark The ILSAC International Lubricant Stan dardization and Approval Committee Certi fication Mark is added to some oil con tainers...

Page 339: ...time after replenishing there may be a leak in the system Visually check the radiator hoses radiator cap and drain cock and water pump If you can find no leak have your Toyota dealer test the cap pressure and check for leaks in the cooling system CAUTION To prevent burning yourself do not remove the radiator cap when the en gine is hot Coolant type selection Use of improper coolants may damage you...

Page 340: ...tion take your vehicle to a Toyota dealer CAUTION To prevent burning yourself be care ful not to touch the radiator or con denser when the engine is hot NOTICE To prevent damage to the radiator and condenser do not perform the work by yourself Under the unloaded condition check the suspension fluid AHC in the follow ing way 1 Start the engine and put the vehicle height in the LO Low mode and then ...

Page 341: ... indicate a serious mechanical prob lem If the level is low add SAE J1703 or FMVSS No 116 DOT 3 brake fluid to the brake reservoir Refilling brake fluid 1 Turn the ignition switch off 2 Depress the brake pedal more than 40 times 3 Remove the reservoir cap by hand Add brake fluid up to the MAX line If you do not follow the procedure above the reservoir may overflow Use only newly opened brake fluid...

Page 342: ...el when the fluid is cold about room temperature 10 C 30 C or 50 F 85 F if the engine has not been run for about five hours Clean all dirt from outside of the reservoir tank and look at the fluid level If the fluid is cold the level should be in the COLD range Similarly if it is hot the fluid level should be in the HOT range If the level is at the low side of either range add automatic transmissio...

Page 343: ...330 CAUTION The reservoir may be hot so be care ful not to burn yourself NOTICE Avoid overfilling or the power steer ing could be damaged 72c502b Type A Type B Checking tire inflation pres sure ...

Page 344: ... 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 345: ...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 346: ...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 347: ...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 348: ...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 349: ...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 350: ...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 351: ...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 352: ... IT YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Electrical components Checking battery condition 340 Battery recharging precautions 341 Checking and replacing fuses 342 Adding washer fluid 343 Replacing light bulbs 343 SECTION 7 3 ...

Page 353: ...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 354: ...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 355: ... 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 356: ...ct is available at your Toyota dealer and most auto parts stores Follow the manufacturer s directions for how much to mix with water NOTICE Do not use engine antifreeze or any other substitute because it may damage your vehicle s paint 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 sur...

Page 357: ...just like the wind shield fogs up in the rain However if there is a large drop of water on the inside of the lens or if there is water pooled inside the light contact your Toyota dealer Light bulbs Bulb No W Type Headlights high 9005 60 A Headlights low 9006 51 B Front turn 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...

Page 358: ...evel Do not place the washer inlet on the en gine or battery 2 Left hand headlight and right hand head light high beam Turn the bulb base counterclockwise to the front of the vehicle Right hand headlight low beam Turn the bulb base clockwise to the front of the vehicle 3 Pull the bulb out of the bulb base If the connector is tight wiggle it ...

Page 359: ...ase by turning it counterclockwise to the front of the vehicle Left hand headlight Remove the washer inlet Aiming is not necessary after replacing the bulb When aiming adjustment is nec essary contact your Toyota dealer Front fog lights 1 Turn the bulb base counterclockwise to the front of the vehicle as shown 2 Pull the bulb out of the bulb base If the connector is tight wiggle it ...

Page 360: ...ry contact your Toyota dealer If the left or right front turn signal and front side marker light burn out con tact your Toyota dealer NOTICE Do not try to replace the front turn signal and front side marker light bulbs by yourself You may damage the vehicle Use a flathead screwdriver Front turn signal and front side marker lights Rear turn signal and back up lights ...

Page 361: ...348 a b a Rear turn signal light b Back up light License plate lights ...

Page 362: ...349 SPECIFICATIONS Specifications Dimensions and weightss 350 Engine 350 Fuel 350 Service specifications 351 Tires 354 Fuses 355 SECTION 8 ...

Page 363: ... weight occupants luggage kg lb 545 1200 Towing capacity trailer weight cargo 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 Fuel tank c...

Page 364: ... 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 long life hybrid or...

Page 365: ...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 366: ...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 SUSPENSION Fluid type Suspension fluid AHC ...

Page 367: ...owing Normal driving Trailer towing Wheel size P275 60R18 111H 200 29 220 32 220 32 240 35 220 32 240 35 18 8JJ Wheel nut torque N m kgf m ft lbf 131 13 4 96 6 NOTE For complete information on tires e g replacing tires or replacing wheels see Checking tire inflation pressure on page 330 through Aluminum wheel precautions on page 338 ...

Page 368: ... 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 369: ...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 370: ...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 372: ...59 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS FOR U S OWNERS AND UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING Reporting safety defects for U S owners and uniform tire quality grading Reporting safety defects for U S ownerss 360 SECTION 9 ...

Page 373: ... 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 1 888 327 4236 or 366 0123 in Washington DC area or write to NHTSA U S Department of Transportatio...

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