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3. Look for obvious coolant leaks from theradiator, hoses, and under the vehicle.
However, note that water draining from
the air conditioning is normal if it has
been used.
CAUTION
When the engine is running, keep
hands and clothing away from the
moving fan and engine drive belts.
4. If the coolant is leaking, stop the en-gine immediately. Call a Toyota dealer
for assistance.
5. If there are no obvious leaks, check the coolant reservoir. If it is dry, add
coolant to the reservoir while the en-
gine is running. Fill it about half full.
CAUTION
Do not attempt to remove the radiator
cap when the engine and radiator are
hot. Serious injury could result from
scalding hot fluid and steam blown
out under pressure.
6. After the engine coolant temperaturehas cooled to normal, again check the
coolant level in the reservoir. If neces-
sary, bring it up to half full again. Seri-
ous coolant loss indicates a leak in the
system. You s hould have it checked as
soon as possible at your Toyota dealer.
If you have a flat tire—
1. Reduce your speed gradually, keeping a straight line. Move cautiously off the
road to a safe place well away from
the traffic. Avoid stopping on the center
divider of a highway. Park on a level
spot with firm ground.
2. Stop the engine and turn on your emergency flashers.
3. Firmly set the parking brake and put the transmission in “P” (automatic) or
reverse (manual).
4. Have everyone get out of the vehicle on the side away from traffic.
5. Read the following instructions thor- oughly.
CAUTION
When jacking, be sure to observe the
following to reduce the possibility of
personal injury:
Follow jacking instructions.
Do not put any part of your body
under the vehicle supported by the
jack. Personal injury may occur.
Do not start or run the engine while
your vehicle is supported by the
jack.

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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. Check that the
head restraints move up and down
smoothly and that the locks hold securely
in any latched position. For foldingdown
rear seatbacks, check that the latches
lock securely.
Seat belts
Check that the seat belt system such as
buckles, retractors and anchors operate
properly and smoothly. Make sure that the
belt webbings are not cut, frayed, worn or
damaged.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 “Park” 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 “P” 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 Section 73 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 Section 72 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 Section 73
for additional information.
Brake fluid level
Make sure the brake fluid level is correct.
See Section 72 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 Section 72 for addi-
tional information.

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Do not allow dirt or anything else
to fall through the spark plugholes.
 Use only spark plugs of the speci-
fied type. Using other types will
cause engine damage, loss of per-
formance or radio noise.
 Do not overfill automatic transmis-
sion fluid, or the transmission
could be damaged.
 Do not drive with the air cleaner
filter removed, or excessive engine
wear could result. Also backfiring
could cause a fire in the engine
compartment.
 Be careful not to scratch the glass
surface with the wiper frame.
 When closing the engine hood,
check to see that you have not for-
gotten any tools, rags, etc.
Parts and tools
Here is a list of parts and tools you will
need on performing doityourself mainte-
nance. Remember all Toyota parts are de-
signed in metric sizes, so your tools must
be metric.
CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL LEVEL
Parts (if level is low):
Engine oil API grade SJ
“EnergyConserving”, SL
“EnergyConserving” or ILSAC
multigrade having viscosity proper for
your climate
Tools:
Rag or paper towel
Funnel (only for adding oil)
CHECKING THE ENGINE COOLANT
LEVEL
Parts (if level is low):
“TOYOTA Long Life Coolant” or equiva-
lent
See Section 72 for details about cool-
ant type selection.
Demineralized or distilled water
Tools:
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 FLUID
Parts (if level is low):
Automatic transmission fluid
DEXRON®II or III
Tools:
Rag or paper towel
Funnel (only for adding fluid)
CHECKING BATTERY CONDITION
Tools:
Warm water
Baking soda
Grease
Conventional wrench (for terminal
clamp bolts)
CHECKING AND REPLACING FUSES
Parts (if replacement is necessary):
Genuine Toyota fuse or equivalent with
same amperage rating as original
ADDING WASHER FLUID
Parts:
Water
Washer fluid containing antifreeze (for
winter use)

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Checking power steering fluid
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Close
Check the fluid level through the reser-
voir. If necessary, add automatic trans-
mission 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 C—80 C or 140 F—175 F). You
may also check the level when the fluid
is cold (about room temperature,
10 C—30 C or 50 F—85 F) if the engine
has not been run for about five hours.
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If cold O.K.
If cold add
If hot O.K.
If hot add
a. Clean all dirt from outside of the reser-
voir tank.
b. Remove the rubber cap. c. Remove the reservoir cap by turning it counterclockwise and wipe the dipstick
clean.
d. Reinstall the reservoir cap.
e. Remove the reservoir cap again and look at the fluid level. If the fluid is
cold, the lever should be in the “COLD”
range on the dipstick. Similarly, if it is
hot, the fluid level should be in the
“HOT” range. If the level is at the low
side of either range, add automatic
transmission fluid DEXRON II or III to
bring the level within the range.

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Adding washer fluid209
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Adjustment
Front seats 26
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Seat belt 32
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Air conditioning system 120
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Airbags 40
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Aluminum wheel precautions 203 . . . . . . . .
Antiglare inside rear view mirror 71 . . . . .
Antilock brake system warning light 82
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Antitheft steering column lock 88 . . . . . . .
Appearance care Cleaning the interior 177
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Protecting your Toyota from
corrosion 174
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Washing and waxing 175
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Automatic transmission
Driving with a automatic transmission 89
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Shift pattern 89
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Shift speed 89
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Auxiliary box 130
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Auxiliary catch, Engine hood 19
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Battery
Checking battery condition 206 . . . . . . . .
Gas caution 206 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Handling safety 206 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Recharging precautions 207 . . . . . . . . . . .
Winter driving tips 150 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Before starting the engine 148
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Brake pad wear indicators 142 . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake system 139 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake system warning light 82 . . . . . . . . . .
Brakes Fluid level 194 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pad wear indicators 142 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parking 94 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Breakin tips 134 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brightness control 76 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
C
Car audio system 95
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Carbon monoxide caution 138
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Checking and replacing fuses 208 . . . . . . . .
Checking brake fluid 197
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Checking the engine oil level 194 . . . . . . . .
Checking the radiator 197
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Child restraint Child restraint system 54
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Installation 56
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Precautions 53
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Types of child restraint system 55 . . . . . .
Cigarette lighter and ashtray 128
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Cleaning the interior 177
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Clock 128
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Cold weather Operation 150
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Controls, Instrument panel 2,4
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Cooling system
Coolant level 196
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Engine overheating 159
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Radiator and reservoir 196
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159
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Winter driving tips 150
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Corrosion prevention 174
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Cup holders 131
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Defogger, Rear window 77
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Dimmer switch, Headlight 74
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Dinghy towing 151
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Directional signals 74
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Discharge warning light 82
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Doityourself maintenance
Parts and tools 189
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Service precautions 187
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Does your vehicle need repairing? 183 . . .
Driving Automatic transmission 89
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Driving tips 149,150
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Manual transmission 93
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Driving tips
Driving tips in various conditions 149
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Driving with a
automatic transmission 89
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Driving with a manual transmission 93
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Economical driving 153
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Good driving practice 89,93
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Winter driving tips 150
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During Breakin 134
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Economical drivingSaving money on both fuel
and repairs 153 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electrical system Battery 206,207 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuse locations 187 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuses 208 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Emergency flasher switch 75 . . . . . . . . . . . .
Emergency, In case of Blown fuse 208 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Emergency flasher switch 75 . . . . . . . . . .
Flat tire 160 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If you cannot shift automatic transmission selector lever 171 . . . . . .
If you lose your keys 172 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If your engine stalls while driving 159 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If your vehicle needs to be towed 168 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If your vehicle will not start 156 . . . . . . . .
Jump starting 157 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Overheating 159 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Towing 168 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Emissions inspection and maintenance (I/M) programs 184 . . . . . . .
Engine Before starting the engine 148 . . . . . . . . .
Checking the coolant level 196 . . . . . . . .
Emission control device 136 . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine compartment 186 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Exhaust gas caution 138 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hood release 19
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Oil consumption 138 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Oil level 194 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Overheating 159 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting procedure 147 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Threeway catalytic converter 136 . . . . .
Engine coolant
Temperature gauge 80 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Winter driving tips 150 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine coolant temperature gauge 80 . . . .
Engine oil Winter driving tips 150 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Exhaust gas caution 138 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Facts about engine oil
consumption 138 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Flasher, Headlight 74 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Flat tire After changing wheels 167 . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing tires 165 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If you have a flat tire 160 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Jack point 164 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Jacking precautions 160 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Jacking up 164 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Loosening wheel nuts 164 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lowering vehicle 166 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reinstalling w heel ornament 167 . . . . . . .
Removing wheel ornament 164 . . . . . . . .
Wheel block 163 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wheel nuts 166 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Floor mat 131 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fluid level
Brake 197 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power steering 198 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Washer fluid 209 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Folddown rear seat 29 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Foreign countries, Operation in 136 . . . . . .
Front passenger ’s seat 28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front seats 26,27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel Filler door o pener 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel economy 153 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel information 134 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gauge 80 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operation in foreign countries 136 . . . . .
Tank cap 22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuse locations 187 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuses Fuse box 208 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Gauge
Engine coolant temperature 80 . . . . . . . .
Fuel 80 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Glove box 130 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Good driving practice Automatic transmission 89 . . . . . . . . . . . .
Manual transmission 93 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Hazard switch 75
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Head restraints 31
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Headlight switch 74
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