197
IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT
Items listed below should be checked
from time to time, e.g. each time when
refueling.
Washer fluid
Make sure there is sufficient fluid in the
tank. See Chapter 7−3 for additional in-
formation.
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 Chapter 7−2 for additional information.
Battery electrolyte level
Make sure the electrolyte level of all bat-
tery cells is between upper and lower lev-
el lines on the case. Add only distilled
water when replenishing. See Chapter 7−3
for additional information.
Brake fluid level
Make sure the brake fluid level is correct.
See Chapter 7−2 for additional information.
Engine oil level
Check the level on the dipstick with the
engine turned off and the vehicle parked
on a level spot. See Chapter 7−2 for addi-
tional information.Power steering fluid level
Check the level through the reservoir. 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 smell exhaust fumes, have
the cause located and corrected immedi-
ately. (See engine exhaust cautions in
Part 2.)Be on the alert for changes in perfor-
mance, sounds, and visual tip−offs that
indicate service is needed. Some impor-
tant clues are as follows:
Engine missing, stumbling, or pinging
Appreciable loss of power
Strange engine noises
A leak under the vehicle (however, wa-
ter 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
straight on a level road
Strange noises related to suspension
movement
Loss of brake effectiveness; spongy
feeling brake or clutch pedal;pedal al-
most touches floor; vehicle pulls to one
side when braking
Engine coolant temperature continually
higher than normal
Does your vehicle need
repairing?
ProCarManuals.com
233
ENGINE LUBRICATION
Oil capacity (drain and refill), L (qt., Imp.
qt.):
5S−FE engine
With filter 3.6 (3.8, 3.2)
Without filter 3.4 (3.6, 3.0)
1MZ−FE engine
With filter 4.7 (5.0, 4.1)
Without filter 4.5 (4.8, 4.0)
Oil grade:
API grade SH, ”Energy−Conserving II” or
SJ, ”Energy−Conserving” multigrade en-
gine oil or ILSAC multigrade engine oil is
recommended.
Recommended oil viscosity (SAE):COOLING SYSTEM
Total capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.):
5S−FE engine 6.9 (7.3, 6.1)
1MZ−FE engine 9.1 (9.6, 8.4)
Coolant type:
With ethylene−glycol antifreeze
(Do not use alcohol type.)
BATTERY
Open voltage
∗ at 20C (68F):
11.8—12.0V Fully charged
12.2—12.4V Half charged
12.6—12.8V Discharged
∗: Voltage that is checked 20 minutes after
the key is removed with all the lights
turned off
Charging rates:
5 A max.CLUTCH
Pedal freeplay, mm (in.):
5—15 (0.2—0.6)
Fluid type:
SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3
MANUAL TRANSAXLE
Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.):
5S−FE engine 2.2 (2.3, 1.9)
1MZ−FE engine 4.2 (4.9, 4.0)
Oil type:
Gear oil API GL−4 or GL−5
Recommended oil viscosity:
SAE 75W−90
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE
Automatic transmission
Fluid capacity (drain and refill),
L (qt., Imp. qt.):
5S−FE engine Up to 2.5 (2.6, 2.2)
1MZ−FE engine Up to 3.5 (3.7, 3.1)
Fluid type:
Automatic transmission fluid D−ll or
DEXRONIIl (DEXRONII)
ProCarManuals.com
