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Overdrive- off indicator light

Cruise control indicator light

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Automatic transmission indicator lights

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: For details, see ”Service reminder indicators and warning

buzzers” in Chapter 1- 5.

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: If this light flashes, see ”Cruise control” in Chapter 1- 6.

Headlight high beam indicator light

Turn signal indicator lights

Traction control system off indicator/warning
light

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Slip indicator light

Summary of Contents for CAMRY 1999

Page 1: ...WW MANUALS WS 99camry U 1 Part 1 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Chapter 1 1 Overview of instruments and controls Instrument panel overview Instrument cluster overview Indicator symbols on the i...

Page 2: ...r 5 Center vents 6 Glove box 7 Electric moon roof switch and personal light 8 Garage door opener box or miscellaneous box 9 Power door lock switches 10 Power window switches 11 Cup holders 12 Cup hold...

Page 3: ...4 Clock 5 Emergency flasher switch 6 Car audio 7 Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers switch 8 Air conditioning controls 9 Front ashtray 10 Power outlet 11 Cigarette lighter 12 Ignition...

Page 4: ...gine coolant temperature gauge 2 Service reminder indicators and indicator lights 3 Fuel gauge 4 Speedometer 5 Odometer and two trip meters 6 Theft deterrent system Engine immobiliser system indicator...

Page 5: ...t belt reminder light 1 Discharge warning light 1 Malfunction indicator lamp 1 Low oil pressure warning light 1 Anti lock brake system warning light 1 type A type B Open door warning light 1 Rear ligh...

Page 6: ...ic transmission indicator lights 1 For details see Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers in Chapter 1 5 2 If this light flashes see Cruise control in Chapter 1 6 Headlight high beam indicato...

Page 7: ...n the glove box or trunk when you have your vehicle parked leave the sub key with the atten dant Since the doors and trunk lid can be locked without a key you should always carry a spare master key in...

Page 8: ...ur own duplicate key you will not be able to cancel the system or start the engine To protect things locked in the trunk when you have your vehicle parked leave the sub key with the attendant Since th...

Page 9: ...aking off other transporter keys including 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...

Page 10: ...e transporter chip 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...

Page 11: ...D MOZ RI 4ATY MADE IN JAPAN This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device m...

Page 12: ...ck turning the key once will unlock the driver s door and twice in succession will unlock all the doors simultaneously LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH IN SIDE LOCK BUTTON Move the lock button To lock Push...

Page 13: ...abel This feature allows you to lock a rear door so it can be opened from the outside only not from inside We recommend us ing this feature whenever small children are in the vehicle CAUTION Before dr...

Page 14: ...s and tail lights flash Check to see that the doors are securely locked If any of the doors is not securely closed or if the key is in the ignition switch locking cannot be performed by the LOCK switc...

Page 15: ...on the dashboard Do not disassemble it Avoid knocking it hard against other objects or dropping it Avoid putting it in water You can use up to 2 wireless remote con trol transmitters for the same vehi...

Page 16: ...ls 3 Put new transmitter batteries with neg ative side up Close the transmitter case securely NOTICE Make sure the positive side and negative side of the transmitter bat teries should be faced correct...

Page 17: ...e received includ ing interference that may cause unde sired operation Power windows The windows can be operated with the switch on each door The power windows work when the ignition switch is in the...

Page 18: ...ther parts of the body of all occupants are kept completely in side the vehicle before you close the power windows If someone s neck head or hands gets caught in a closing window it could result in a...

Page 19: ...load ing luggage To close the trunk lid lower it and press down on it After closing the trunk lid try pulling it up to make sure it is securely closed CAUTION Keep the trunk lid closed while driv ing...

Page 20: ...ar seatbacks try fold ing them down to make sure they are securely locked otherwise someone could get into the trunk by folding down a rear seat 2 After closing the trunk lid insert the master key and...

Page 21: ...make sure it locks into place If necessary press down gently on the front edge to lock it CAUTION After inserting the support rod into the slot make sure the rod supports the hood securely from falli...

Page 22: ...e alarm under the following conditions If any of the doors is unlocked or if the trunk or hood is forcibly opened without the key or wireless remote con trol transmitter If the battery terminal is dis...

Page 23: ...y have it checked by your Toyota dealer Fuel tank cap 1 To open the fuel filler door pull the lever up When refueling turn off the engine CAUTION Do not smoke cause sparks or al low open flames when r...

Page 24: ...f works when the ignition switch is in the ON position However if all the doors are closed it works for 45 seconds even after the ignition switch is turned off It stops working when any of the doors i...

Page 25: ...Other wise you could be seriously injured if the vehicle stops suddenly or if the vehicle is involved in an acci dent Always make sure nobody places his her head hands and other parts of the body in t...

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Page 27: ...n During driving do not allow pas sengers to stand up or move around between seats Severe inju ries can occur in the event of emer gency braking or a collision Adjust the driver s seat so that the foo...

Page 28: ...lever up Then lean back to the desired angle and release the lever CAUTION To reduce the risk of sliding under the lap belt during a collision avoid reclining the seatback any more than needed The sea...

Page 29: ...traint only You can also move the head restraint forward or back ward If such adjustment is desired pull or push on the top of the head restraint The head restraint is most effective when it is close...

Page 30: ...r a collision Also do not let the child sit on your lap It does not provide sufficient restraint Pregnant woman Toyota recommends the use of a seat belt Ask your doctor for specific recommendations Th...

Page 31: ...ll allow the belt to extend and you can move around freely If the seat belt cannot be pulled out of the retractor firmly pull the belt and release it You will then be able to smoothly pull the belt ou...

Page 32: ...lder 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 ac...

Page 33: ...der your arm To release the belt press the buckle re lease button and allow the belt to re tract If the belt does not retract smoothly pull it out and check for kinks or twists Then make sure it remai...

Page 34: ...not protect an adult occupant or your child from injury Too high Adjust to a snug fit Keep as low on hips as possible Remove excess length of the belt and adjust the belt position To shorten the belt...

Page 35: ...t belt re straint system in case of vehicle acci dent increasing the chance of per sonal injury Never use the seat belt extender if you can fasten the seat belt without it Remember that the extender p...

Page 36: ...d to be activated in response to a severe fron tal impact When the airbag sensor detects the shock of a severe frontal impact the front seat belt is quickly drawn back in by the re tractor so that the...

Page 37: ...open the front seat belt pretensioner as semblies airbag sensor or surround ing area or wiring Doing any of these may cause sudden operation of the front seat belt pretensioners or disable the system...

Page 38: ...ing area has been dam aged The front part of the vehicle shaded in the illustration was involved in an accident that did not cause the seat belt pretensioners to operate The front seat belt pretension...

Page 39: ...airbags are operating properly This warning light system monitors the airbag sensor assembly front airbag sen sors inflators warning light interconnect ing wiring and power sources For details see Ser...

Page 40: ...y at the marginal level of airbag sensor detection and activation that only one of your ve hicle s two airbags will deploy For the safety of all occupants be sure to always wear seat belts Collision f...

Page 41: ...ease some smoke and residue along with non toxic gas This does not indicate a fire This gas is nor mally harmless however for those who have delicate skin it may cause minor skin irritation Be sure to...

Page 42: ...nt reduces the chances of death or serious injuries or being thrown out of the vehicle For instructions and precautions concerning the seat belt system see Seat belts in this chapter Improperly seated...

Page 43: ...on the edge of the seat or lean over the dashboard when the vehicle is in use The airbags inflate with considerable speed and force you may be killed or serious ly injured Sit up straight and well ba...

Page 44: ...cause sud den SRS airbag inflation or disable the system which could result in death or serious injury Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious inju ries NOTICE Do not perf...

Page 45: ...d to the ACC or ON position or remains on The light comes on while driving In the following cases contact your autho rized Toyota CNG dealer as soon as pos sible The SRS airbags have been inflated The...

Page 46: ...ior Toyota strongly urges use of a proper child restraint system which conforms to the size of the child and is put on the rear seat Accord ing to accident statistics the child is safer when properly...

Page 47: ...seat CAUTION Never put a rear facing child re straint system on the front seat In the event of an accident the force of the rapid inflation of the airbag can cause death or serious injury if a rear fa...

Page 48: ...he following 3 types depending on the child s age and size A Infant seat B Convertible seat C Booster seat Install the child restraint system following the instructions provided by its manufac turer A...

Page 49: ...t interferes with the lock mechanism of the front seats This can cause severe injury to the child and front passen ger in case of sudden braking or a collision 1 Run the center lap belt through or aro...

Page 50: ...ion normally it cannot protect your child from injury Contact your authorized Toyota CNG dealer im mediately Do not use the seat until the seat belt is fixed 2 While pressing the infant seat firmly ag...

Page 51: ...ild s age and size When installing follow the manufacturer s instructions about the applicable child s age and size as well as directions for installing a child restraint system CAUTION Do not put a r...

Page 52: ...nd that the lap belt is not twisted Do not insert coins clips etc in the buckle as this may prevent you from properly latching the tab and buckle If the seat belt does not function normally it cannot...

Page 53: ...nt directions to be 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 A INFANT SEAT INSTALLATION...

Page 54: ...cing child re straint system on the rear seat if it interferes with the lock mechanism of the front seats This can cause severe injury to the child and front passenger in case of sudden brak ing or a...

Page 55: ...ot protect your child from injury Contact your authorized Toyota CNG dealer im mediately Do not use the seat until the seat belt is fixed 2 Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it in the lock mode Wh...

Page 56: ...elease 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 B CONVERTIBLE SEAT INSTALLATION A convertible seat is...

Page 57: ...child restraint sys tem should be allowed to put on the front seat only when it is un avoidable Always move the seat as far back as possible because the force of a deploying airbag could cause death o...

Page 58: ...ortions 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...

Page 59: ...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 4 To remove...

Page 60: ...sible because the force of a deploying airbag could cause death or serious injury to the child 1 Sit the child on a booster seat Run the lap and shoulder belt through or around the booster seat and ch...

Page 61: ...unintended result Keep the lap belt positioned as low on hips as possible For child s safety do not place the shoulder belt under child s arm After inserting the tab make sure the tab and buckle are l...

Page 62: ...ering wheel try moving it up and down to make sure it is locked in position Outside rear view mirrors Adjust the mirror so that you can just see the side of your vehicle in the mir ror Be careful when...

Page 63: ...em when the defogger switch is on To adjust a mirror use the switches 1 Master switch To select the mirror to be adjusted Place the switch at L left or R right 2 Control switch To move the mir ror P u...

Page 64: ...reducing glare you also lose some rear view clarity CAUTION Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is moving It may cause the driver to mishandle the vehicle and an accident may occur resulting i...

Page 65: ...t extend the plate at the end of the sun visor when the visor is in the position 1 It can cover the anti glare inside rear view mirror and obstruct the rear view Vanity mirrors To use the vanity mirro...

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Page 67: ...being driven all ve hicle occupants should have the seatback upright sit well back in the seat and prop erly wear the seat belts provided CAUTION Do not drive the vehicle unless the occupants are prop...

Page 68: ...the foot pedals steering wheel and instrument panel controls are within easy reach of the driver CAUTION Adjustments should not be made while the vehicle is moving as the seat may unexpectedly move an...

Page 69: ...g the seatback any more than needed The seat belts provide maxi mum protection in a frontal or rear collision when the driver and the pas senger are sitting up straight and well back in the seats If y...

Page 70: ...osition CAUTION To reduce the risk of sliding under the lap belt during a collision avoid reclining the seatback any more than needed The seat belts provide maxi mum protection in a frontal or rear co...

Page 71: ...as the seatbacks See Luggage stowage precau tions in Part 2 for precautions to observe for loading luggage NOTICE Make sure the luggage loaded in the enlarged trunk will not damage the webbing of the...

Page 72: ...gly urges that the driver and passengers in the vehicle be properly re strained at all times with the seat belts provided Failure to do so could increase the chance of injury and or the severity of in...

Page 73: ...or death in the event of sudden braking or a collision When using the seat belts observe the following Use the belt for only one person at a time Do not use a single belt for two or more people even c...

Page 74: ...then retracted even slightly the belt is locked in that position and cannot be extended This fea ture is used to hold the child restraint system securely For details see Child restraint in this chapte...

Page 75: ...high Keep as low on hips as possible Adjust the position of the lap and shoulder belts Position the lap belt as low as possible on your hips not on your waist then ad just it to a snug fit by pulling...

Page 76: ...the proper re quired length for the extender Bring the heaviest coat you expect to wear for prop er measurement and selection of length Additional ordering information is available at your Toyota deal...

Page 77: ...and buckle are locked and that the seat belt extender is not twisted Do not insert coins clips etc in the buckle as this may prevent you from properly latching the tab and buckle If the seat belt does...

Page 78: ...ing light 3 Seat belt pretensioner assemblies 4 Airbag sensor assembly The seat belt pretensioner is controlled by the airbag sensor assembly The airbag sensor assembly consists of a safing sen sor an...

Page 79: ...seat belt pretensioner system has a service reminder indicator to inform the driver of operating problems If either of the following conditions occurs this indicates a malfunction of the airbags or p...

Page 80: ...enger too close to the steering wheel or dashboard during airbag deployment can be killed or seriously injured Toyota strongly recommends that The driver sit as far back as pos sible from the steering...

Page 81: ...he above threshold level the SRS airbags may not deploy However this threshold velocity will be considerably higher if the vehicle strikes an object such as a parked vehicle or sign pole which can mov...

Page 82: ...ystem triggers the airbag inflators Then a chemical reaction in the inflators momentarily fills the air bags with non toxic gas to help restrain the forward motion of the occupants When the airbags in...

Page 83: ...airbag which may then deploy during the collision To obtain maxi mum protection in an accident the driver and all passengers in the ve hicle must wear their seat belts Wearing a seat belt during an ac...

Page 84: ...it is un avoidable Always move the seat as far back as possible because the force of a deploying airbag could cause death or serious injury to the child On vehicles with side airbags do not allow the...

Page 85: ...e speed and force the child may be killed or seriously injured Do not hold a child on your lap or in your arms Use a child restraint system in the rear seat For instruc tions concerning the installati...

Page 86: ...llation of electronic items such as a mobile two way radio cassette tape player or compact disc player Modification of the suspension sys tem Modification of the front end struc ture Attachment of a g...

Page 87: ...not disconnect the battery cables before contacting your Toyota dealer SRS side airbags The SRS Supplemental Restraint Sys tem side airbags are designed to pro vide further protection for the driver a...

Page 88: ...ACC or ON position It goes off after about 6 seconds This means the SRS side airbags are operating properly The warning light system monitors the air bag sensor assembly inflators warning light inter...

Page 89: ...ear Collision from the front Vehicle rollover The SRS side airbags are not designed to inflate if the vehicle is subjected to a front or rear impact if it rolls over or if it is involved in a low spee...

Page 90: ...available seat belts During sudden braking just before a collision an unrestrained driver or front passenger can move sideward into direct contact with or close proximity to the airbag which may then...

Page 91: ...her device will be thrown with great force or the side airbag may not activate cor rectly resulting in death or serious injury Likewise the driver and front passenger should not hold things in their a...

Page 92: ...reminder indicator to inform the driver of operating problems If either of the following conditions occurs this indicates a malfunction of the airbags Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to...

Page 93: ...hild restraint system depending on the age and size of the child Holding a child in your arms is not a sub stitute for a child restraint system In an accident the child can be crushed against the wind...

Page 94: ...about the appropriate age and size of the child for the restraint sys tem Install the child restraint system correctly following the instructions provided by its manufacturer of the system General di...

Page 95: ...hild restraint system The anchor nuts are welded beneath the sheet metal to permit installation of an anchor bracket for a child restraint system To install an anchor bracket use an 8 mm 30 mm 1 25 mm...

Page 96: ...r Vehicle Safety Standard No 213 and Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 213 4 1 Shoulder belts 2 Head restraint lock release button 3 Storage bag for the head restraint and upper pad 4 Head restr...

Page 97: ...ild restraint system can result in your child striking the ve hicle s interior during a sudden stop or crash Snugly adjust the belts pro vided with this child restraint around your child When using th...

Page 98: ...in child restraint with the head restraint and upper pad installed When using the built in child restraint the head restraint and upper pad should be stored in the trunk 3 While pulling the seat belt...

Page 99: ...e pad is attached by fasten er tapes CAUTION If your child s shoulders are above the maximum shoulder height indica tor label do not use the built in child restraint Your child should use the adult la...

Page 100: ...are not twisted Do not insert coins clips etc in the buckle as this may prevent you from properly latching the tabs and buckle If the seat belt does not function normally it cannot protect your child...

Page 101: ...e belts should be away from the child s face and neck but not falling off the child s shoulders 10 To release the child from the seat belts separate the shoulder belts then press the buckle release bu...

Page 102: ...e head restraint and upper pad is reinstalled as seri ous injury may result Types of child restraint system Child restraint systems are classified into the following 3 types depending on the child s a...

Page 103: ...N An infant seat is used in rear facing position only CAUTION Never put a rear facing child re straint system on the front seat be cause the force of the rapid infla tion of the passenger airbag can c...

Page 104: ...ns provided by its manufactur er and insert the tab into the buckle taking care not to twist the belt Keep the lap portion of the belt tight CAUTION After inserting the tab make sure the tab and buckl...

Page 105: ...make sure the belt is in the lock mode before letting the belt retract 3 While pressing the infant seat firmly against the seat cushion and seatback let the shoulder belt retract as far as it will go...

Page 106: ...ATION A convertible seat is used in forward facing and rear facing position depend ing on the child s age and size When installing follow the manufacturer s in structions about the applicable child s...

Page 107: ...seated in the child restraint system It is dangerous if the side airbag inflates and the impact could cause death or serious injury to the child Do not put a rear facing child re straint system on th...

Page 108: ...t cannot protect your child from injury Contact your Toyota dealer immediately Do not use the seat until the seat belt is fixed 2 Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it in the lock mode When the bel...

Page 109: ...all the installation instructions provided by its manufac turer 4 To remove the convertible seat press the buckle release button and allow the belt to retract completely The belt will move freely aga...

Page 110: ...elt Make sure the shoulder belt is correctly across the child s shoulder and that the lap belt is positioned as low as possible on child s hips See Seat belts for de tails CAUTION Always make sure the...

Page 111: ...not use the seat until the seat belt is fixed 2 To remove the child restraint system press the buckle release button and al low the belt to retract If your child restraint system requires the use of...

Page 112: ...Outside anchors a Remove the cap as shown in the il lustration b Insert a 15 mm 0 6 in spacer and tighten down the anchor bracket for your child restraint system with a bolt Torque the bolt to 16 5 2...

Page 113: ...racket and make sure the hook does not make contact with the filler panel To comply with Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards this model sold in Can ada is provided with a bracket set in the gloveb...

Page 114: ...rear view mirror on the passenger s side It is a convex mirror with a curved sur face Any object seen in a convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than when seen in a flat mirror On some mode...

Page 115: ...mirror use the switches 1 Master switch To select the mirror to be adjusted Place the switch at L left or R right 2 Control switch To move the mir ror P ush the switch in the desired direction Mirror...

Page 116: ...at by reducing glare you also lose some rear view clarity CAUTION Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is moving It may cause the driver to mishandle the vehicle and an accident may occur result...

Page 117: ...d of the sun visor when the visor is in the position 1 It can cover the anti glare inside rear view mirror and obstruct the rear view Vanity mirrors To use the vanity mirrors swing down the sun visor...

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Page 119: ...rn type needle which remains at the last indicated position when the ignition switch is turned off This gauge indicates the amount of fuel remaining in the tank is calculated from the pressure of the...

Page 120: ...the thermostat in the engine cooling system as this may cause the engine to overheat The thermostat is designed to con trol the flow of coolant to keep the temperature of the engine within the specif...

Page 121: ...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 met...

Page 122: ...that the parking brake is fully released If the brake fluid level is low At a safe place test your brakes by start ing and stopping If you judge that the brakes still work adequately drive cautiously...

Page 123: ...warns that the engine oil pres sure is too low If it flickers or stays on while you are driving pull off the road to a safe place and stop the engine immediately Call your authorized Toyota CNG deale...

Page 124: ...remains on The light comes on or flashes while driving k Low Windshield Washer Fluid Level Warning Light The light warns that the windshield washer fluid level is too low Add washer fluid at your earl...

Page 125: ...r LOCK position and open the driver s door a buzzer will remind you to remove the key LOCK Engine is off and the steering wheel is locked The key can be re moved only at this position You must push in...

Page 126: ...or four speed transmission ON position Shifting into overdrive possible OFF position Shifting into overdrive not possible O D OFF indicator light shows the overdrive switch is in OFF position With th...

Page 127: ...ransmission as follows Turn off the overdrive switch The O D OFF indicator light will come on and the transmission will downshift to the third gear Shift into the 2 position The trans mission will dow...

Page 128: ...stop 2 Pull the parking brake lever up fully to securely apply the parking brake 3 With the brake pedal pressed down shift the selector lever to the P posi tion CAUTION While the vehicle is moving nev...

Page 129: ...ward or reverse gear Do not race the engine and avoid spinning the wheels If your vehicle remains stuck after rocking the vehicle several times consider other ways such as tow ing h If you cannot shif...

Page 130: ...p 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 winding roads Avoid vehicle speed increas...

Page 131: ...ed by your authorized Toyota CNG dealer at the earliest opportu nity RESETTING TO A FASTER SPEED Push the lever up in the RES ACC direc tion and hold it Release the lever when the desired speed is att...

Page 132: ...F button to turn the system off and then press it again to turn it on If any of the following conditions then oc curs there is some trouble in the cruise control system The indicator light does not co...

Page 133: ...N AND OFF Push VOL PWR to turn the audio system on and off Push AM FM TAPE or CD to turn on that function without pushing VOL PWR You can turn on each player by inserting a cassette tape or compact di...

Page 134: ...of the front and rear sound levels is also important Keep in mind that if you are listening to a stereo recording or broadcast changing the right left balance will increase the vol ume of one group of...

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Page 136: ...fast forward button or TAPE to stop the tape while it is re winding push the reverse button or TAPE If a tape side rewinds completely the cas sette player will stop and then play that same side If a t...

Page 137: ...he disc or magazine from the player and allow the player to cool down If Err 1 appears on the display it indicates the disc is dirty damaged or it was inserted up side down Clean the disc or insert it...

Page 138: ...the button too long and the player will play all the tracks in the magazine in random order To turn off the random feature push the RAND a second time Compact disc auto changer only Random playing fo...

Page 139: ...ush the SCAN a second time If the player scanned all the tracks on the disc it will stop scanning Compact disc auto changer only Scanning for the first tracks of all the discs in the magazine Push and...

Page 140: ...earby buildings and terrain can interfere with FM reception Power lines or telephone wires can interfere with AM signals And of course radio signals have a limited range and the farther you are from a...

Page 141: ...from your cassette 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 the...

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Page 143: ...turned off To turn them on again turn the key to the ON position or actuate the headlight switch If you are going to park for over one week make sure the head light switch is off NOTICE To prevent the...

Page 144: ...gh beams are on Flashing the high beam headlights position 3 Pull the lever all the way back The high beam headlights turn off when you release the lever You can flash the high beam headlights with th...

Page 145: ...rivers if your vehicle must be stopped where it might be a traffic hazard Always pull as far off the road as pos sible The turn signal light switch will not work when the emergency flashers are operat...

Page 146: ...s the light remains on for some time after all of the doors are closed Ignition switch light For easy access to the ignition switch the ignition switch light comes on when any of the doors are opened...

Page 147: ...asher fluid in Chapter 7 3 In freezing weather warm the windshield with the defroster before using the washer This will help prevent the washer fluid from freezing on your windshield which can block y...

Page 148: ...ear Leaving the defoggers on for a long time could cause the battery to discharge especially during stop and go driving The defoggers are not designed for drying rain water or for melting snow If the...

Page 149: ...idea to keep the tank over 1 4 full This fuel gauge has a non return type needle which remains at the last indicated position when the ignition switch is turned off If the fuel level approaches E or...

Page 150: ...emove the thermostat in the engine cooling system as this may cause the engine to overheat The thermostat is designed to con trol the flow of coolant to keep the temperature of the engine within the s...

Page 151: ...can reset the two trip meters to zero and also change the meter display To change the meter display quickly push and release the knob The meter display changes in the order from the odometer to trip m...

Page 152: ...rake fluid level warning If this light comes on and stays on while you are driving slow down and pull off the road Then stop the vehicle carefully Remember that stopping distance and ped al effort may...

Page 153: ...tank cap is not tightened se curely See Fuel tank cap in Chapter 1 2 for instructions c There is a problem somewhere in your engine or automatic transmission electrical system If it comes on while yo...

Page 154: ...he light will go off This means the systems of the airbag and front seat belt pretensioner are operating properly The warning light system monitors the front airbag sensors airbag sensor as sembly sea...

Page 155: ...pen door warning light should go off 4 Turn the ignition key to ACC The SRS airbag warning light should come on It goes off after about 6 se conds 5 Turn the ignition key to ON but do not start the en...

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Page 157: ...e is off and the steering wheel is locked The key can be re moved only at this position You must push in the key to turn the key from ACC to the LOCK position On vehicles with an automatic transmissio...

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Page 159: ...speed or four speed transmission ON position Shifting into overdrive possible OFF position Shifting into overdrive not possible O D OFF indicator light shows the overdrive switch is in OFF position Wi...

Page 160: ...cator light will come on and the transmission will downshift to the third gear Shift into the 2 position The trans mission will downshift to the second gear when the vehicle speed drops down to or low...

Page 161: ...stop 2 Pull the parking brake lever up fully to securely apply the parking brake 3 With the brake pedal pressed down shift the selector lever to the P posi tion CAUTION While the vehicle is moving nev...

Page 162: ...ng the wheels If your vehicle remains stuck after rocking the vehicle several times consider other ways such as tow ing h If you cannot shift the selector le ver out of P position If you cannot shift...

Page 163: ...traffic maximum acceleration may be nec essary Make sure you observe the follow ing maximum allowable speeds in each gear gear km h mph 1 52 32 2 93 57 3 147 91 NOTICE Do not downshift if you are goi...

Page 164: ...gine performance although a slight speed change may occur when driving up or down the grades On steeper hills a greater speed change will occur so it is better to drive without the cruise control CAUT...

Page 165: ...set speed by a Pulling the lever in the CANCEL direction and releasing it b Depressing the brake pedal c Depressing the clutch pedal manual transmission If the vehicle speed falls below about 40 km h...

Page 166: ...clutch pedal pushing the lever up in the RES ACC direction will restore the speed set prior to cancellation However once the vehicle speed falls be low about 40 km h 25 mph the preset speed will not b...

Page 167: ...system operating hints Air conditioning system Controls Air flow selector settings Operating tips Side vents Type 1 AM FM ETR radio cassette player compact disc auto changer controller Type 2 AM FM E...

Page 168: ...off when you eject the cassette tape or com pact disc If the another function was pre viously playing it will come on again SWITCHING BETWEEN FUNCTIONS Push AM FM AM FM TAPE or CD if the system is alr...

Page 169: ...tomatically eject a disc if the label side is down The compact disc player will play from track 1 through the end of the disc Then it will play from track 1 again NOTICE Never try to disassemble or oi...

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Page 171: ...h the fast forward button or TAPE to stop the tape while it is re winding push the reverse button or TAPE If a tape side rewinds completely the cas sette player will stop and then play that same side...

Page 172: ...h CD the system changes between single disc play er and automatic changer If the player malfunctions your audio sys tem will display one of the six following error messages If WAIT appears on the disp...

Page 173: ...of a cassette tape The display indicates which side is currently selected indi cates top side indicates bottom side Auto reverse feature After the cassette player reaches the end of a tape side it aut...

Page 174: ...there for a few seconds and then move to the next preset station To select a station push SCAN a second time To scan all the frequencies Quickly push and release SCAN If you hear a beep you held the...

Page 175: ...n Compact disc player By using this button you can skip up or down to a different track Push either side of the track button until the number of the track you want to listen to appears on the display...

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Page 177: ...or reverse button When you release the button the compact disc player will resume playing AM FM Push AM FM to switch between the AM and FM bands AM FM1 or FM2 will appear on the display These systems...

Page 178: ...d automatic changer If the player malfunctions your audio sys tem will display one of the six following error messages If WAIT appears on the display it indi cates inside the player unit may be too ho...

Page 179: ...the display If you hear a beep you held the button too long and the player will repeat the whole disc When the track ends it will automatically be replayed This pro cess will be continued until you p...

Page 180: ...ning ST Stereo reception display Your radio automatically changes to stereo reception when a stereo broadcast is re ceived ST appears on the display If the signal becomes weak the radio reduces the am...

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Page 182: ...push the fast forward button or TAPE to stop the tape while it is re winding push the reverse button or TAPE If a tape side rewinds completely the cas sette player will stop and then play that same si...

Page 183: ...ion the display shows the track or track and disc number currently being played Each time you push CD the system changes between single disc play er and automatic changer If the player malfunctions yo...

Page 184: ...it and MTL will appear on the display PROG Program Push PROG to select the other side of a cassette tape The display indicates which side is currently selected indi cates top side indicates bottom sid...

Page 185: ...the disc and replay This process will be continued until you push the button again to turn off the re peat feature SCAN Radio You can either scan all the frequencies on a band or scan only the preset...

Page 186: ...rent track as well For example if you want to rewind to a song that is two be fore the song you are listening to push on the down side of the button until REW 3 appears on the display If you have push...

Page 187: ...r by pushing TAPE In both cases a cassette must already be loaded in the player TRACK Track up down button Compact disc player By using this button you can skip up or down to a different track Push ei...

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Page 189: ...t forward button or TAPE to stop the tape while it is re winding push the reverse button or TAPE If a tape side rewinds completely the cas sette player will stop and then play that same side If a tape...

Page 190: ...the display shows the track or track and disc number currently being played Each time you push CD the system changes between built in single disc player and automatic changer If the player malfunction...

Page 191: ...ying or fast forwarding PWR VOL Power Volume Push PWR VOL to turn the audio system on and off Turn PWR VOL to adjust the volume RAND Random There are two random features you can either listen to the t...

Page 192: ...band stay there for a few seconds and then move to the next preset station To select a station push SCAN a second time To scan all the frequencies Quickly push and release SCAN If you hear a beep you...

Page 193: ...alid 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...

Page 194: ...By using this button you can skip up or down to a different track Push either side of the track button until the number of the track you want to listen to appears on the display If you want to return...

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Page 196: ...st forward button or TAPE to stop the tape while it is re winding push the reverse button or TAPE If a tape side rewinds completely the cas sette player will stop and then play that same side If a tap...

Page 197: ...the system changes between built in single disc player and automatic changer If the player malfunctions your audio sys tem will display one of the six following error messages If WAIT appears on the...

Page 198: ...ying or fast forwarding PWR VOL Power Volume Push PWR VOL to turn the audio system on and off Turn PWR VOL to adjust the volume RAND Random There are two random features you can either listen to the t...

Page 199: ...band stay there for a few seconds and then move to the next preset station To select a station push SCAN a second time To scan all the frequencies Quickly push and release SCAN If you hear a beep you...

Page 200: ...alid 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...

Page 201: ...of conditions outside the vehicle For example nearby buildings and terrain can interfere with FM reception Power lines or telephone wires can interfere with AM signals And of course radio signals have...

Page 202: ...assette 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 including poor sound inc...

Page 203: ...their plastic cases away from moisture heat and direct sunlight To clean a compact disc Wipe it with a soft lint free cloth that has been damp ened with water Wipe in a straight line from the center...

Page 204: ...WWW MANUALS WS WWW MANUALS WS 99camry U 140 1 A C Button 2 Air Intake Selector 3 Air Flow Selector 4 Temperature Selector 5 Fan Speed Selector Air conditioning system Controls...

Page 205: ...flow 1 Panel Air flows mainly from the instrument panel vents 2 Bi level Air flows from both the floor vents and the instrument panel vents 3 Floor Air flows mainly from the floor vents 4 Floor Winds...

Page 206: ...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 ind...

Page 207: ...take grilles in front of the windshield are not blocked by leaves or snow for example On humid days do not blow cold air on the windshield The windshield could fog up because of the difference in air...

Page 208: ...r flow PANEL Air conditioning ON For quick cooling move the air intake selector to recirculate for a few min utes Ventilation For best results set controls to Fan speed Any setting except OFF Temperat...

Page 209: ...HIELD Turning the Air Flow Selector to wind shield position turns on the defroster to clear the front view more quickly Press the A C button for dehumidified heating This setting clears the front view...

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Page 211: ...ng the first 300 km 200 miles Do not drive slowly with the manual transmission in a high gear Do not drive for a long time at any single speed either fast or slow Do not tow a trailer during the first...

Page 212: ...ined by your authorized Toyota CNG dealer Fuel tank The fuel tank on your vehicle conforms to ANSI AGA NGV 2 NFPA 52 and DOT NHTSA FMVSS 304 safety standards Removal servicing discharge of fuel and di...

Page 213: ...k is intended for use with compressed natural gas the fuel for this vehicle Do not use it for any other purpose SERVICE PRESSURE 24800 kPa 3600 psig Equivalent gasoline capacity 43 L 11 4 gal 9 5 lmp...

Page 214: ...nozzles Three way catalytic converter The three way catalytic converter is an emission control device installed in the exhaust system The purpose is to reduce pollutants in the exhaust gas CAUTION Kee...

Page 215: ...r your autho rized Toyota CNG dealer knows your vehicle and its three way cata lytic converter system best To ensure that the three way cata lytic converter and the entire emis sion control system ope...

Page 216: ...combustion chamber This oil as well as some part of the oil film left on the cylinder wall is burned by the high temperature combustion gases during the combustion process Oil is also used to lubrica...

Page 217: ...win ground electrode platinum tipped spark plugs NOTICE For your engine performance use only twin ground electrode platinum tipped spark plugs specially designed for CNG vehicles Spark plugs for gasol...

Page 218: ...ction 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 pan...

Page 219: ...till operate conventionally However when the ABS warning light is on and the brake system warning light is off the anti lock brake system is not assisting brake performance so that the wheels can lock...

Page 220: ...n braking or an accident Do not drive with objects left on top of the instrument panel They may interfere with the driver s field of view Or they may move during sharp vehicle acceleration or turn ing...

Page 221: ...trument panel and can be seen through the windshield from outside This is the primary identification number for your Toyota It is used in registering the ownership of your vehicle The vehicle identifi...

Page 222: ...e dangerous vehicle handling characteristics resulting in loss of control Types of tires Determine what kind of tires your ve hicle is originally equipped with 1 Summer tires Summer tires are high spe...

Page 223: ...on tires on your vehicle as this can cause dangerous handling charac teristics resulting in loss of con trol Do not use tires other than the manufacturer s designated tires and never mix tires or whee...

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Page 225: ...ngle head restraint height and steering wheel angle 3 Adjust inside and outside rear view mirrors 4 Lock all doors 5 Fasten seat belts 1 Apply the parking brake firmly 2 Turn off unnecessary lights an...

Page 226: ...ot crank for more than 30 se conds at a time This may overheat the starter and wiring systems Do not race a cold engine If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently have the engine ch...

Page 227: ...ur vehicle 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 dista...

Page 228: ...ice and snow from accumulating under the fenders Ice and snow built up under your fenders can make steering difficult During bad winter driving stop and check under the fenders occasionally Depending...

Page 229: ...ied for the trailer hitch Exceeding the maximum weight rating set by the trailer hitch manufacturer can cause an accident resulting in seri ous personal injuries The gross vehicle weight must not exce...

Page 230: ...itches as they can cause damage to the axle housing wheel bearings wheels or tires Also never install a hitch which may interfere with the normal function of an Energy Absorbing Bumper if so equipped...

Page 231: ...to the additional load For this information please refer to the scheduled maintenance information in the Owner s Manual Supplement Retighten all fixing bolts of the towing ball and bracket after appro...

Page 232: ...inside of the turn Therefore compensate for this by making a larger than normal turning radius with your vehicle Crosswinds and rough roads will ad versely affect handling of your vehicle and trailer...

Page 233: ...before descending steep or long downhill grades Do not make sudden down shifts Avoid holding the brake pedal down too long or too frequently This could cause the brakes to overheat and result in redu...

Page 234: ...he front wheels in proper alignment Avoid hitting the curb and slow down on rough roads Improper alignment not only causes faster tire wear but also puts an extra load on the engine which in turn wast...

Page 235: ...charged 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 your authorized Toyota CNG de...

Page 236: ...ery explosion acid burns electrical burns or damaged electronic components these instructions must be followed precisely If you are unsure about how to follow this procedure we strongly recommend that...

Page 237: ...l lightly depressed Discharged battery Booster battery Positive terminal mark Positive terminal mark Jumper cable 4 Make the cable connections in the or der a b c d a Connect the clamp of the positive...

Page 238: ...n the positive cable 7 Carefully dispose of the battery cover cloths they may now contain sulfuric acid 8 If removed replace all the battery vent plugs If the cause of your battery discharging is not...

Page 239: ...very high pressure 3 Look for obvious coolant leaks from the radiator hoses and under the vehicle However note that water draining from the air conditioning is normal if it has been used CAUTION When...

Page 240: ...njury may occur Do not start or run the engine while your vehicle is supported by the jack Stop the vehicle on a level firm ground firmly set the parking brake and put the transmission in P Block the...

Page 241: ...imes if necessary It has tread life of up to 4800 km 3000 miles depending on road conditions and your driving habits When tread wear indicators appear on the tire replace the tire See also the tire se...

Page 242: ...ee To store Turn the joint in direction 2 until the jack is firmly secured to prevent it flying forward during a collision or sudden braking To remove the spare tire 1 Remove the spare tire cover 2 Lo...

Page 243: ...l nut wrench as shown CAUTION Do not try to pull off the ornament by hand Take due care in handling the ornament to avoid unexpected person al injury Loosening wheel nuts 4 Loosen all the wheel nuts A...

Page 244: ...se it high enough so that the spare tire can be installed Remember you will need more ground clearance when putting on the spare tire than when removing the flat tire To raise the vehicle insert the j...

Page 245: ...utting on wheels remove any cor rosion on the mounting surfaces with a wire brush or such Installation of wheels without good metal to metal contact at the mounting surface can cause wheel nuts to loo...

Page 246: ...hten each nut a little at a time in the order shown Repeat the process until all the nuts are tight CAUTION When lowering the vehicle make sure all portions of your body and all oth er persons around...

Page 247: ...k From rear From front If towing is necessary we recommend you to have it done by your authorized Toyota CNG dealer or a commercial tow truck service In consultation with them have your vehicle towed...

Page 248: ...g with sling 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 reco...

Page 249: ...provided Before towing release the parking brake and put the transmission in N The key must be in ACC engine off or ON engine running CAUTION If the engine is not running the pow er assist for the bra...

Page 250: ...on as possible If you lose your keys Your authorized Toyota CNG dealer can make a new key if you can give them the key number See the suggestion given in Keys in Chapter 1 2 If your keys are locked in...

Page 251: ...the fuel system may be dam aged close the manual shut off value and contact your authorized Toyota CNG dealer to have the fuel system checked for fuel leakage CAUTION If you smell or hear fuel leakin...

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Page 253: ...position To reset the hour Push the H button To reset the minutes Push the M button If the electrical power source has been disconnected from the clock the time dis play will automatically be set to...

Page 254: ...h it in the ashtray to pre vent other cigarette butts from catching fire After using the ashtray push it back in completely To remove the ashtray press down on the lock spring plate and pull out CAUTI...

Page 255: ...its Glove box To use the glove box do this To open Pull the lever With the instrument panel lights on the glove box light will come on when the glove box is open To lock Insert the master key and turn...

Page 256: ...and adhere loop to back side of the transmitter near cen ter Please note if transmitter has wire clip for sun visor this clip must be removed prior to adhesion of the Velcro Place the transmitter wit...

Page 257: ...stalled you can operate the transmitter by pushing the center panel of the cover If the center panel does not contact with your garage door opener transmitter Check to see if spacer is on correct pin...

Page 258: ...y from children The miscellaneous box and garage door opener box stored in the glove box are interchangeable Removing the cover Half open the cover Pinch each hinge and pull it out of its pivot one by...

Page 259: ...the miscellaneous box closed while driving NOTICE In hot weather inside of the vehicle becomes very hot Do not leave any thing flammable or deformable such as a lighter the glasses etc inside Auxiliar...

Page 260: ...front wheels which may occur when ac celerating on slippery road surfaces thus assisting driver to control the driv ing power of the front wheels When you turn the ignition switch on the traction con...

Page 261: ...on control system and the TRAC OFF indicator warning light will go off CAUTION Under certain slippery road condi tions full traction of the vehicles and power to the front wheels may not be maintained...

Page 262: ...r mat have a hole then it is designed for use with a locking clip Fix the floor mat with locking clip into the hole in the floor carpet CAUTION Make sure the floor mat is properly placed on the floor...

Page 263: ...ate speed be tween 2000 and 4000 rpm Avoid full throttle starts Try to avoid hard stops during the first 300 km 200 miles Do not drive slowly with the manual transmission in a high gear Do not drive f...

Page 264: ...on of improved gasolines The AAMA specification offers optimal fuel information for better vehicle perfor mance and better protection of your en gine Toyota recommends the use of gasolines that meet t...

Page 265: ...above It will cause fuel sys tem damage or vehicle performance problems If driveability problems are encoun tered poor hot starting vaporizing engine knock etc discontinue the use Take care not to spi...

Page 266: ...rass leaves paper or rags NOTICE A large amount of unburned gases flowing into the three way catalytic converter may cause it to overheat and create a fire hazard To prevent this and other damage obse...

Page 267: ...colorless and odorless gas It can cause unconsciousness or even death Make sure the exhaust system has no holes or loose connections The system should be checked from time to time If you hit something...

Page 268: ...driven under 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 c...

Page 269: ...ing the vehicle to a stop with normal pedal pressure There is enough reserve vacuum for one or two stops but no more CAUTION Do not pump the brake pedal if the engine stalls Each push on the pedal use...

Page 270: ...apability is dependent on tire friction with the road surface Even though the anti lock brake sys tem is operating a driver cannot main tain full control on certain slippery road surfaces when corneri...

Page 271: ...ing down Brake pad wear limit indicators The brake pad wear limit indicators on your disc brakes give a warning noise when the brake pads are worn to where replacement is required If you hear a squeal...

Page 272: ...ment panel They may interfere with the driver s field of view Or they may move during sharp vehicle acceleration or turn ing and impair the driver s control of the vehicle In an accident they may inju...

Page 273: ...purpose of these labels is to reduce the incidence of vehicle thefts by facilitat ing the tracing and recovery of parts from stolen vehicles The label is designed so that once it is applied to a surfa...

Page 274: ...ds we recom mend using snow tires If installing snow tires be sure to replace all four tires 2 All season tires All season tires are designed to provide better traction in snow and to be adequate for...

Page 275: ...Pull out the dipstick and wipe it clean with a rag 3 Reinsert the dipstick push it in as far as it will go or the reading will not be correct 4 Pull the dipstick out and look at the oil level on the e...

Page 276: ...l identification marks Either or both API registered marks are added to some oil containers to help you select the oil you should use The API Service Symbol is located any where on the outside of the...

Page 277: ...yourself do not remove the radiator cap when the en gine is hot Coolant type selection Use of improper coolants may damage your engine cooling system Your coolant must contain ethylene glycol type co...

Page 278: ...s moisture can cause a dangerous loss of braking CAUTION Take care when filling the reservoir because brake fluid can harm your eyes and damage painted surfaces If fluid gets in your eyes flush your e...

Page 279: ...ry two weeks or at least once a month And don t forget the spare Incorrect tire pressure can reduce tire life and make your vehicle less safe to drive Low tire pressure results in excessive wear poor...

Page 280: ...depth wears to 1 6 mm 0 06 in or less the indicators will appear If you can see the indicators in two or more adjacent grooves the tire should be re placed The lower the tread the higher the risk of s...

Page 281: ...balance with regular use and should therefore be balanced occasionally When replacing a tubeless tire the air valve should also be replaced with a new one Rotating tires To equalize the wear and help...

Page 282: ...120 km h 75 mph with any type of snow tires TIRE CHAIN SELECTION Use the tire chains of correct size and type Use SAE Class S type radial tire chains except radial cable chains or V bar type chains R...

Page 283: ...e tires too Correct replacement wheels are available at your authorized Toyota CNG dealer A wheel of a different size or type may adversely affect handling wheel and bear ing life brake cooling speedo...

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Page 285: ...brake firmly 2 Turn off unnecessary lights and acces sories 3 Manual transmission Press the clutch pedal to the floor and shift the trans mission into neutral Hold the clutch pedal to the floor until...

Page 286: ...ems Do not race a cold engine If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently have the engine checked immediately Always slow down in gusty crosswinds This will allow you much better con...

Page 287: ...tires on your vehicle 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 st...

Page 288: ...und the parking brake mechanism may freeze making it hard to release Keep ice and snow from accumulating under the fenders Ice and snow built up under your fenders can make steering difficult During b...

Page 289: ...capacities established by the hitch manufacturer Even though the vehicle may be physically capa ble of towing a higher weight the operator must determine the maxi mum weight rating of the particular...

Page 290: ...emaining 40 in the rear HITCHES Use only a hitch which is recom mended by the hitch manufacturer and conforms to the total trailer weight re quirement Follow the directions supplied by the hitch manuf...

Page 291: ...engine Front 210 2 1 30 Rear 210 2 1 30 1MZ FE engine Front 220 2 2 32 Rear 220 2 2 32 The trailer tires should be inflated to the pressure recommended by the trail er manufacturer in respect to the...

Page 292: ...someone guide you when backing to reduce the risk of an acci dent Because stopping distance may be in creased vehicle to vehicle distance should be increased when towing a trailer For each 16 km h 10...

Page 293: ...heels 3 When the wheel blocks are in place release your brakes slowly until the blocks absorb the load 4 Apply the parking brake firmly 5 Shift into first or reverse manual or P automatic and turn off...

Page 294: ...ssible or take advantage of through streets to avoid traffic lights Keep a proper dis tance from other vehicles to avoid sud den braking This will also reduce wear on your brakes Avoid heavy traffic o...

Page 295: ...amry U 179 CAUTION Never turn off the engine to coast down hills Your power steering and brake booster will not function with out the engine running Also the emission control system operates properly...

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Page 297: ...Keep children away from the bat tery EMERGENCY MEASURES If electrolyte gets in your eyes flush your eyes with clean water immediately and get immediate medical attention If possible con tinue to appl...

Page 298: ...ay damage the battery case NOTICE Be sure the engine and all accesso ries are off before performing main tenance When checking the battery remove the ground cable from the negative terminal mark first...

Page 299: ...s Charging at a quicker rate is dangerous The battery may ex plode causing personal injuries NOTICE Never recharge the battery while the engine is running Also be sure all accessories are turned off C...

Page 300: ...as soon as possible and return the substitute to its original clip It is a good idea to purchase a set of spare fuses and keep them in your ve hicle for emergencies If the new fuse immediately blows o...

Page 301: ...e glass part of a bulb with bare hands NOTICE Only use a bulb of the listed type Light bulbs Bulb No W Type Headlights HB2 60 55 A Parking front side marker and front turn signal lights 27 8 B Rear si...

Page 302: ...TOP mark upward and snuggle on the boss Insert the connector Then install the plastic cover Make sure the rubber cover fits snugly on the connector and the headlight body Aiming is not necessary after...

Page 303: ...WWW MANUALS WS WWW MANUALS WS 179 Removing cover clips Installing cover clips Use a flat bladed screw driver To protect the surface place several sheets of paper over the surface...

Page 304: ...e marker light b Rear turn signal light c Stop and tail light Back up and tail lights Use a flat bladed screwdriver Remove and install the cover clips as shown in the following illustrations Rear side...

Page 305: ...ANUALS WS 181 Removing the cover clips Installing the cover clips a Back up light b Tail light Use a flat bladed screwdriver Remove and install the cover clips as shown in the following illustrations...

Page 306: ...WWW MANUALS WS WWW MANUALS WS 182 Removing cover clips Installing cover clips High mounted stoplight...

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Page 309: ...will the pres ence of salt in the air near the sea coast or in areas of industrial pollution High humidity accelerates corrosion es pecially when temperatures range just above the freezing point Wetn...

Page 310: ...on your wheels If you drive on salted or gravel roads mud shields help protect your vehicle Full size shields which come as near to the ground as possible are the best We recommend that the fittings...

Page 311: ...h Your vehicle may be washed in an auto matic car wash but remember that the paint can be scratched by some type of brushes unfiltered washing water or the washing process itself Scratching reduces pa...

Page 312: ...ng type vinyl cleaners are also available which work well Follow the manufacturer s instructions NOTICE Do not use solvent thinner gasoline or window cleaner on the interior Carpets Use a good foam ty...

Page 313: ...After cleaning or whenever any part of the leather gets wet dry with a soft clean cloth Allow the leather to dry in a venti lated shaded area NOTICE If a stain should fail to come out with a neutral d...

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Page 315: ...1 2 If the engine is not turning over or is turning over too slowly 1 Check that the battery terminals are tight and clean 2 If the battery terminals are O K switch on the interior light 3 If the ligh...

Page 316: ...xplosion acid burns electrical burns or damaged electronic components these instructions must be followed precisely If you are unsure about how to follow this procedure we strongly recommend that you...

Page 317: ...pedal lightly depressed Discharged battery Booster battery Positive terminal mark Positive terminal mark Jumper cable 4 Make the cable connections in the or der a b c d a Connect the clamp of the posi...

Page 318: ...in the exact reverse order the negative cable and then the positive cable 7 Carefully dispose of the battery cover cloths they may now contain sulfuric acid 8 If removed replace all the battery vent...

Page 319: ...aping steam or coolant is a sign of very high pressure 3 Look for obvious coolant leaks from the radiator hoses and under the vehicle However note that water draining from the air conditioning is norm...

Page 320: ...ne while your vehicle is supported by the jack Stop the vehicle on a level firm ground firmly set the parking brake and put the transmission in P automatic or reverse manual Block the wheel diagonally...

Page 321: ...e Turn the joint in direction 2 until the jack is firmly secured to prevent it flying forward during a collision or sudden braking To remove the spare tire 1 Loosen the nut and remove it 2 Remove the...

Page 322: ...eel place a wheel block from the front for the front wheels or from the rear for the rear wheels Removing wheel ornament Steel wheels Aluminium wheels 3 Remove the wheel ornament Pry off the wheel orn...

Page 323: ...emove the nuts yet just unscrew them about one half turn Positioning the jack 5 Position the jack at the correct jack point as shown Make sure the jack is positioned on a level and solid place Raising...

Page 324: ...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 cor rosion on th...

Page 325: ...uts Turn the jack handle counterclockwise to lower the vehicle Use only the wheel nut wrench to tighten the nuts Do not use other tools or any additional leverage other than your hands such as a hamme...

Page 326: ...igned in Part 8 If the pressure is low er drive slowly to the nearest service sta tion and fill to the correct pressure Do not forget to reinstall the tire inflation valve cap as dirt and moisture cou...

Page 327: ...ge to your vehicle make sure the following few precautions are observed If necessary show this page to the tow truck driver TOWING PRECAUTIONS Use a safety chain system for all towing and abide by the...

Page 328: ...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 em...

Page 329: ...efore towing release the parking brake and put the transmission in neutral manu al or N automatic The key must be in ACC engine off or ON engine run ning CAUTION If the engine is not running the pow e...

Page 330: ...Chapter 1 2 If your keys are locked in the vehicle and you cannot get a duplicate many Toyota dealers can still open the door for you using their special tools If you must break a window to get in we...

Page 331: ...83 188 3 Overall width mm in 1780 70 1 Overall height mm in 1419 55 9 Wheelbase mm in 2670 105 1 Front tread mm in 1547 61 0 Rear tread mm in 1520 59 8 Vehicle capacity weight occupants luggage kg lb...

Page 332: ...plug type DENSO PK20TR8 G Spark plug gap mm in 0 8 0 031 Drive belt tension measured with Bor roughs drive belt tension gauge No BT 33 73F used belt Ibf With air conditioning Generator belt 130 10 Pow...

Page 333: ...transmission Fluid capacity drain and refill L qt Imp qt Up to 2 5 2 6 2 2 Fluid type Automatic transmission fluid D ll or DEXRON IIl DEXRON II Differential Fluid capacity L qt Imp qt 1 6 1 7 1 4 Flui...

Page 334: ...speeds above 160 km h 100 mph in countries where such speeds are permitted by law inflate the front and rear tires to 240 kPa 2 4 kgf cm2 or bar 35 psi provided that it dose not exceed the maximum co...

Page 335: ...ight personal light trunk light interior light power door lock system 15 ECU B 10 A Anti lock brake system SRS airbag system seat belt preten sioners 16 A F HTR 25 A No circuit 17 SEAT HEATER 20 A No...

Page 336: ...ghter glove box light clock instrument panel light con trol service reminder indicators air conditioning control panel lights ash tray light emergency flasher rear win dow defogger electronically cont...

Page 337: ...the owner s responsibility to insure that the general maintenance items are performed regularly These checks or inspections can be done either by yourself or a qualified technician or if you prefer yo...

Page 338: ...al ability and a few basic automotive tools Simple instructions for how to per form them are presented in Part 7 If you are a skilled do it yourself mechan ic the Toyota service manuals are recom mend...

Page 339: ...zzers function properly Steering wheel Be alert for changes in steering condition such as hard steering or strange noise Seats Check that all front seat controls such as seat adjusters seatback reclin...

Page 340: ...ir The level should be in the HOT or COLD range depending on the fluid temperature See Chapter 7 2 for additional information Exhaust system If you notice any change in the sound of the exhaust or sme...

Page 341: ...ice any of these clues take your vehicle to your Toyota dealer as soon as possible It probably needs adjustment or repair CAUTION Do not continue driving with the ve hicle unchecked It could result in...

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Page 344: ...r steering fluid reservoir 2 Engine coolant reservoir 3 Engine oil filler cap 4 Engine oil level dipstick 5 Brake fluid reservoir 6 Fuse blocks 7 Battery 8 Electric cooling fans 9 Windshield washer fl...

Page 345: ...y U 211 1 Power steering fluid reservoir 2 Engine coolant reservoir 3 Engine oil level dipstick 4 Engine oil filler cap 5 Brake fluid reservoir 6 Fuse blocks 7 Battery 8 Electric cooling fans 9 Windsh...

Page 346: ...WWW MANUALS WS WWW MANUALS WS 99camry U 212 Fuse locations Spare fuses With daytime running light system only Type A Type B...

Page 347: ...ing on your vehicle to prevent accidental injury Here are a few precautions that you should be especially careful to ob serve CAUTION When the engine is running keep hands clothing and tools away from...

Page 348: ...ash in sewers or onto the ground Call your dealer or a service station for information concerning recycling or disposal NOTICE Remember that battery and ignition cables carry high currents or volt age...

Page 349: ...Funnel only for adding coolant Checking brake fluid Parts if level is low SAE J1703 or FMVSS No 116 DOT 3 brake fluid Tools Rag or paper towel Funnel only for adding fluid Checking power steering flui...

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Page 351: ...ine 2 Pull out the dipstick and wipe it clean with a rag 3 Reinsert the dipstick push it in as far as it will go or the reading will not be correct 4 Pull the dipstick out and look at the oil level on...

Page 352: ...rk Oil identification marks Either or both API registered marks are added to some oil containers to help you select the oil you should use The API Service Symbol is located any where on the outside of...

Page 353: ...t burning yourself do not remove the radiator cap when the en gine is hot Coolant type selection Use of improper coolants may damage your engine cooling system Your coolant must contain ethylene glyco...

Page 354: ...excess moisture can cause a dangerous loss of braking CAUTION Take care when filling the reservoir because brake fluid can harm your eyes and damage painted surfaces If fluid gets in your eyes flush y...

Page 355: ...pressures every two weeks or at least once a month And don t forget the spare Incorrect tire pressure can reduce tire life and make your vehicle less safe to drive Low tire pressure results in excessi...

Page 356: ...ead depth wears to 1 6 mm 0 06 in or less the indicators will appear If you can see the indicators in two or more adjacent grooves the tire should be re placed The lower the tread the higher the risk...

Page 357: ...its and road surface conditions See If you have a flat tire in Part 4 for tire change procedure When rotating tires check for uneven wear and damage Abnormal wear is usu ally caused by incorrect tire...

Page 358: ...km h 30 mph or the chain manufacturer s recom mended speed limit whichever is lower Drive carefully avoiding bumps holes and sharp turns which may cause the vehicle to bounce Avoid sharp turns or lock...

Page 359: ...m wheel precautions After driving your vehicle the first 1600 km 1000 miles check that the wheel nuts are tight If you have rotated repaired or changed your tires check that the wheel nuts are still t...

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Page 361: ...ttery Keep children away from the bat tery EMERGENCY MEASURES If electrolyte gets in your eyes flush your eyes with clean water immediately and get immediate medical attention If possible con tinue to...

Page 362: ...ace Overtightening may damage the battery case NOTICE Be sure the engine and all accesso ries are off before performing main tenance When checking the battery remove the ground cable from the negative...

Page 363: ...r less Charging at a quicker rate is dangerous The battery may ex plode causing personal injuries NOTICE Never recharge the battery while the engine is running Also be sure all accessories are turned...

Page 364: ...get the correct fuse as soon as possible and return the substitute to its original clip It is a good idea to purchase a set of spare fuses and keep them in your ve hicle for emergencies If the new fus...

Page 365: ...ts plastic or metal case Do not touch the glass part of a bulb with bare hands NOTICE Only use a bulb of the listed type Light bulbs Bulb No W Type Headlights HB2 60 55 A Parking front side marker and...

Page 366: ...d the bulb retaining spring To install a bulb align the tabs of the bulb with the cutouts of the mounting hole 3 Install the rubber cover with the TOP mark upward and snuggle on the boss Insert the co...

Page 367: ...Remove and install the cover clips as shown in the following illustrations Removing cover clips Installing cover clips Use a flat bladed screw driver To protect the surface place several sheets of pap...

Page 368: ...WWW MANUALS WS WWW MANUALS WS 99camry U 234 a Rear side marker light b Rear turn signal light c Stop and tail light Rear side maker rear turn signal stop and tail lights...

Page 369: ...ANUALS WS 99camry U 235 a Back up light b Tail light Use a flat bladed screwdriver Remove and install the cover clips as shown in the following illustrations Back up and tail lights type A Back up and...

Page 370: ...S WS 99camry U 236 Removing the cover clips Installing the cover clips a Back up light b Tail light Use a flat bladed screwdriver Remove and install the cover clips as shown in the following illustrat...

Page 371: ...WWW MANUALS WS WWW MANUALS WS 99camry U 237 Removing cover clips Installing cover clips High mounted stoplight...

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Page 373: ...ght P205 65R15 tire P195 70R14 tire Overall length mm in 4783 188 3 4783 188 3 Overall width mm in 1780 70 1 1780 70 1 Overall height mm in 1416 55 7 2670 105 1 1419 55 9 2670 105 1 Wheelbase mm in Fr...

Page 374: ...performance the use of premium unleaded gasoline with an Octane Rating of 91 Research Oc tane Number 96 or higher is recom mended Fuel tank capacity L gal Imp gal 70 18 5 15 4 Service specifications E...

Page 375: ...oper corrosion protection of aluminum components Do not use alcohol type antifreeze or plain water alone BATTERY Open voltage at 20 C 68 F 12 6 12 8V Fully charged 12 2 12 4V Half charged 11 8 12 0V D...

Page 376: ...d D II or DEXRON III DEXRON II BRAKES Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with the pressure of 490 N 50 kgf 110 lbf with the engine running mm in 70 2 8 Pedal freeplay mm in 1 6 0 04 0 24 Pad wear...

Page 377: ...2 32 200 2 0 29 200 2 0 29 15 6JJ Trailer driving kPa kgf cm2 or bar psi Tire size Front Rear P195 70R14 90S 210 2 1 30 210 2 1 30 P205 65R15 92H 220 2 2 32 220 2 2 32 When driving under the above veh...

Page 378: ...t hand headlight 7 EFI 15 A Multiport fuel injection sys tem sequential multiport fuel injection system Engine compartment type A 8 HORN 10 A Horn theft deterrent sys tem 9 HAZARD 10 A Emergency flash...

Page 379: ...conditioning system rear window defogger starting system 22 GAUGE 10 A Gauges and meters back up lights cruise control system charging system traction control sys tem daytime running light system powe...

Page 380: ...light clock instrument panel light con trol service reminder indicators air conditioning control panel lights ash tray light emergency flasher seat heat er control system daytime running light system...

Page 381: ...Toll free 1 800 331 4331 If NHTSA receives similar com plaints it may open an investiga tion and if it finds that a safety de fect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campai...

Page 382: ...ction AA A B C The traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C and they represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as mea sured under controlled conditions on spe cified governme...

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Page 384: ...engine 117 General maintenance 152 Complete index 193 Gas station information Fuel type Compressed natural gas See page 103 for detailed information Service pressure 24800 kPa 3600 psig Equivalent gas...

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