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Tire surface and wheel nuts
Check the tires carefully for cuts, damage
or excessive wear. See Chapter 7- 2 for
additional information. When checking the
tires, make sure no nuts are missing, and
check the nuts for looseness. Tighten
them if necessary.
Fluid leaks
Check underneath for leaking fuel, oil, wa-
ter or other fluid after the vehicle has
been parked for a while. If you smell fuel
fumes or notice any leak, have the cause
found and corrected immediately.
Doors and engine hood
Check that all doors including back door
operate smoothly and all latches lock se-
curely. Make sure the engine hood sec-
ondary latch secures the hood from open-
ing when the primary latch is released.
INSIDE THE VEHICLE
Items listed below should be checked
regularly, e.g. while performing periodic
services, cleaning the vehicle, etc.
Lights
Make sure the headlights, stop lights, tail
lights, turn signal lights, and other lights
are all working. Check headlight aim.
Service reminder indicators and warning
buzzers
Check that all service reminder indicators
and warning buzzers 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 recliner, etc. op-
erate smoothly and that all latches lock
securely in any position. For folding- down
rear seatback, check that the latches lock
securely. Make sure the front headrests
are firmly secured.
Seat belts
Check that the seat belt system such as
buckles, retractors 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.
Clutch pedal
Check the pedal for smooth operation.
Brake pedal
Check the pedal for smooth operation and
that the pedal has the proper clearance.
Check the brake booster function.Brakes
At a safe place, check that the brakes do
not pull to one side when applied.
Parking brake
Check that the lever has the proper travel
and that, on a safe incline, your vehicle
is held securely with only the parking
brake applied.
Automatic transmission ºParkº mecha-
nism
Check the lock release button of the se-
lector lever for proper and smooth opera-
tion. On a safe incline, check that your
vehicle is held securely with the selector
lever in ºPº position and all brakes re-
leased.
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 ºFULLº and ºLOWº lines on the see-
through reservoir when the engine is cold.
See Chapter 7- 2 for additional information.

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Checking brake fluid
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To check the fluid level, simply look at
the see- through reservoir. The level
should be between the ºMAXº and
ºMINº lines on the reservoir.
It is normal for the brake fluid level to go
down slightly as the brake pads wear. So
be sure to keep the reservoir filled.
If the reservoir needs frequent ref illing, it
may 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. Remove and replace the reservoir cover
by hand. Fill the brake fluid to the dotted
line. This brings the fluid to the correct
level when you put the cover back on.
Use only newly opened brake fluid. Once
opened, brake fluid absorbs moisture from
the air, and excess moisture can cause a
dangerous loss of braking.
CAUTION
Take care when filling the r
eservoir
because brake fluid can harm your
eyes and damage painted surfaces. If
fluid gets in your eyes, flush your
eyes with clean water.
NOTICE
If you spill the fluid, be sure to wash
it off with water to prevent it fromdamaging the parts or paint.
Checking power steering fluid
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Check the fluid level on the dipstick. If
necessary, add automatic transmission
fluid DEXRON II or III.
If the vehicle has been driven around 80
km/h (50 mph) for 20 minutes (a little
more in frigid temperatures), the fluid is
hot (60 CÐ80 C or 140 FÐ175 F). You
may also check the level when the fluid
is cold (about room temperature,10 CÐ30 C or 50 FÐ85 F) if the engine
has not been run for about five hours.
a. Clean all dirt from outside of the reser-
voir tank.
b. Remove the filler cap by turning it
counterclockwise and wipe the dipstick
clean.

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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 the same
size, construction and load capacity as
the original tires on your Toyota.
Do not use tires other than those men-
tioned above. Do not install studded tires
without first checking local regulations for
possible restrictions.
SNOW TIRE INSTALLATION
Snow tires should be installed on all
wheels.
Installing snow tires on the rear w
heels
only can lead to an excessive difference
in road grip capab ility 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 place.
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 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 ºSº type radial tire chains
except radial cable chains or V- bar type
chains.
Regulations regarding the use of tire
chains vary according to location or
type of road, so always check them
before installing chains.
NOTICE
Do not install tire chains on the
255/40ZR17 tires, as this could dam-age the vehicle body.
CHAIN INSTALLATION
Install the chains on the rear tires as
tightly as possible. Do not use tire
chains on the front tires. Retighten
chains after driving 0.5Ð1.0 km
(1/4Ð1/2 mile).
When installing chains on your tires, care-
fully follow the instructions of the chain
manufacturer.
If wheel covers are used, they will be
scratched by the chain band, so remove
the covers before putting on the chains.
CAUTION
Do not exceed 50 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 locked- wheel
braking, as use of chains may ad-
versely affect vehicle handling.
Installing snow tires and
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ÐHeadlights (low beam)
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1. Open the hood.
RIGHT SIDE HEADLIGHT: Release the
clips of the air cleaner and remove the
air cleaner cover.60463F39
2. Unplug the connector while depress- ing the lock release.
If the connector is tight, wiggle it.60473F05
3. Turn the bulb clockwise and remove it. Install a new bulb, turn it counter-
clockwise, then plug in the connec-
tor.
To install a bulb, align the tab of the bulb
socket with the cutouts of the mounting
hole.
RIGHT SIDE HEADLIGHT: Install the air
cleaner cover securely.
Aiming is not necessary after replacing
the bulb. When aiming adjustment is nec-
essary, contact your Toyota dealer.

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ÐHeadlights (high beam)
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1. Open the hood.
RIGHT SIDE HEADLIGHT: Release the
clips of the air cleaner and remove the
air cleaner cover.60463F59
2. Unplug the connector while depress- ing the lock release.
If the connector is tight, wiggle it.60463F42
3. Turn the bulb counterclockwise and remove it. Install a new bulb, turn it
clockwise, then plug in the connec-
tor.
To install a bulb, align the tab of the bulb
socket with the cutouts of the mounting
hole.
RIGHT SIDE HEADLIGHT: Install the air
cleaner cover securely.
Aiming is not necessary after replacing
the bulb. When aiming adjustment is nec-
essary, contact your Toyota dealer.

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ÐFront fog lights
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1. Open the hood.
RIGHT SIDE HEADLIGHT: Release the
clips of the air cleaner and remove the
air cleaner cover.60463F43
2. Turn the cover counterclockwise and remove it.60463F44
3. Disconnect the cords.

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4. Release the bulb retaining spring and remove the bulb. Install a new
bulb and the bulb retaining spring.
To install the bulb, align the cutouts of the
bulb with the protrusions of the mounting
hole. 60463F46
5. Connect the cords and install the cover by turning it clockwise.
RIGHT SIDE HEADLIGHT: Install the air
cleaner cover securely. ÐParking lights60473F01
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24. CIG 15 A:
Cigarette lighter, air condi-
tioning system, SRS airbag system,
theft deterrent system, shift lock con-
trol system
25. RAD NO.2 7.5 A: Radio, cassette tape
player, power antenna
26. TAIL 10 A: Tail lights, parking lights,
front side marker lights, rear side
marker lights, licence plate lights
27. ECU- IG 10 A: Cruise control system,
anti- lock brake system, power steering,
power antenna, theft deterrent system,
shift lock control system, traction con-
trol system
28. GAUGE 10 A: Gauges and meters, ser-
vice reminder indicators and warning
buzzers (except discharge and open
door warning lights), rear window de-
fogger, charging system, cruise control
system, electronically controlled auto-
matic transmission system, traction
control system
29. ECU- B 10 A: Air conditioning system,
cruise control system, anti- lock brake
system, SRS airbag system, traction
control system
30. OBD - II 7.5A: On- board diagnosis sys-
tem Fuses (type B)
31. DOOR 30 A: Power window, power
door lock system, theft deterrent sys-
tem
32. DEFOG 30 A: Rear window defogger
Fuses (type C)
33. ALT 120 A: Charging system
34. MAIN 50 A: Starter system, headlights
35. HTR 50 A: Air conditioning system
36. FAN 30 A: Electric cooling fans
37. ABS NO.1 60 A: Anti- lock brake sys-
tem, traction control system
38. AM1 50 A: Electronic ignition system/
distributor ignition system
39. POWER 60 A: ºPANELº, ºSTOPº,
ºTAILº, ºECU- Bº, ºDEFOGº and
ºDOORº fuses