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INSTALLING THE TOP BOOT
The top boot is used to cover and conceal
the completely lowered convertible top. It
is in the trunk, and is stored in a plastic
bag.
3. Place the top boot over the lowered
convertible top. Then tuck its outer
edge under the body moldings.4. Secure the top boot snaps to the
ones on the quarter trim.5. Attach the fastener tape on the top
boot to that on the rear seatback.
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REMOVING THE TOP BOOT
1. Push the top boot backward to sep-
arate its fastener tape from the tape be-
hind the rear seatback.2. Release the top boot snaps from the
quarter trim.3. Pull out the outer edge of the top
boot from under the body moldings.
Put the removed top boot in the plastic
bag and store it in the trunk.
ÐRaising the convertible top
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Convertible models: Spray water on the
side windows or top seals from above, at
a 455 angle to the ground.
NOTICE
(convertible models): Do not spray water at side windowsand top seals in a way which maycause water to enter the vehicle.
2. Wash with a mild car-wash soap,
mixed according to the manufacturer's in-
structions. Use a soft cotton mitt and keep
it wet by dipping it frequently into the wash
water. Do not rub hard-let the soap and
water remove the dirt. Aluminum
wheels: Use only a mild soap or
neutral detergent.
Plastic bumpers: Wash carefully. Do not
scrub w ith abrasive cleaners. The bumper
faces are soft.
Road tar: Remove with turpentine or
cleaners that are marked safe for painted
surfaces.
NOTICE
Do not use gasoline or strong solvents, which may be toxic or
cause damage.
3. Rinse thoroughly Ð dried soap can
cause streaking. In hot weather you may
need to rinse each section right after you
wash it.
4. To prevent water spots, dry the ve-
hicle using a clean soft cotton towel. Do
not rub or press hard Ð you might scratch
the paint.
Automatic car wash
Coupe and liftback models may be
washed in an automatic car wash, but re-
member that the paint can be scratched
by some type of brushes, unfiltered wash-
ing water, or the washing process itself.
Scratching reduces paint durability and
gloss, especially on darker colors. The
manager of the car wash should be able
to advise you whether the process is safe
for the paint on your vehicle.
NOTICE
(convertible models): Do not run convertible modelsthrough automatic car washer orpossible damage to the convertible
top may result.
Waxing your Toyota
Polishing and waxing is recommend-
ed to maintain the original beauty of
your Toyota's finish.
1. Always wash and dry the vehicle be-
fore you begin waxing, even if you are us-
ing a combined cleaner and wax.
2. Use a good quality polish and wax. If
the finish has become extremely weath-
ered, use a car-cleaning polish, followed
by a separate wax. Carefully follow the
manufacturer 's instructions and precau-
tions. Be sure to polish and wax the
chrome trim as well as the paint.
3. Wax the vehicle again when water
does not bead but remains on the surface
in large patches.
NOTICE
Always remove the plastic bumpers if your vehicle is re-painted and
placed in a high heat paint waxingbooth. High temperatures could
damage the bumpers.
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If you perform maintenance by your-
self, be sure to follow the correct pro-
cedure given in this part.
You should be aware that improper or in-
complete servicing may result in operat-
ing problems.
Performing do-it-yourself maintenance
during the warranty period may affect
your warranty coverage. Read the sepa-
rate Toyota Warranty statement for details
and suggestions.
This part gives instructions only for those
items that are relatively easy for an owner
to perform. As explained in Part 6, there
are still a number of items that must be
done by a qualified technician with special
tools.
For information on tools and parts for do-
it-yourself maintenance, see Parts and
toolsº.
Utmost care should be taken when work-
ing on your vehicle to prevent accidental
injury. Here are a few precautions that
you should be especially careful to ob-
serve:
 When the engine is running, keep
hands, clothing, and tools away
from the moving fan and engine
drive belts. (Removing rings,
watches, and ties is advisable.)
 Right after driving, the engine
compartmentÐthe engine, radia-
tor, exhaust manifold, power
steering fluid reservoir and spark
plug boots, etc.Ðwill be hot. So
be careful 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 smoke, cause sparks or al-
low open flames around fuel or the
battery. Their fumes are flam-
mable.
 Be extremely cautious when work-
ing on the battery. It contains poi-
sonous and corrosive sulfuric
acid.
 Do not get under your vehicle with
just the body jack supporting it.
Always use automotive jack
stands or other solid supports. CAUTION
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Be sure that the ignition is off if you
work near the electric cooling fans
or radiator grille. With the ignition
on, the electric cooling fans will au-
tomatically start to run if the engine
coolant temperature is high and/or
the air conditioning is on.
 Use eye protection whenever you
work on or under you vehicle
where you may be exposed to fly-
ing or falling material, fluid spray,
etc.
 Used engine oil contains potential-
ly harmful contaminants which
may cause skin disorders such as
inflammation or skin cancer, so
care should be taken to avoid pro-
longed and repeated contact with
it. To remove used engine oil from
your skin, wash thoroughly with
soap and water.
 Do not leave used oil within the
reach of children.
 Dispose of used oil and filter only
in a safe and acceptable manner.
Do not dispose of used oil and filter
in household trash, in sewers or
onto the ground. Call your dealer
or a service station for information
concerning recycling or disposal.
Do-it-yourself service
precautions
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