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When rotating tires, check for uneven
wear and damage. Abnormal wear is usu-
ally caused by incorrect tire pressure, im-
proper wheel alignment, out of balance
wheels, or severe braking. 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.
NOTICE
Four wheel drive models:
Do not use tires of different brands,
sizes and constructions. This may
damage the drive system.
SNOW TIRE INSTALLATION
Snow tires should be installed on all
wheels.
Installing snow tires on the front w
heels
only can lead to an excessive difference
in road grip capability 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.
Installing snow tires and
chains
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WHEN TO REPLACE YOUR WHEELS
If you have wheel damage such as
bending, cracks or heavy corrosion, the
wheel should be replaced.
If you fail to replace damaged wheels, the
tire may slip off the wheel or cause loss
of handling control.
WHEEL SELECTION
When replacing wheels, care should be
taken to ensure that the wheels are re-
placed by ones with the same load ca-
pacity, diameter, rim width, and offset.
Correct replacement wheels are available
at your Toyota dealer.
A wheel of a different size or type may
adversely affect handling, wheel and bear-
ing life, brake cooling, speedometer/odom-
eter calibration, stopping ab ility, headlight
aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clear-
ance, and tire or snow chain clearance to
the body and chassis. Replacement with used wheels is not rec-
ommended as they may have been sub-
jected to rough treatment or high mileage
and could fail without warning. Also, bent
wheels which have been straightened may
have structural damage and therefore
should not be used. Never use an inner
tube in a leaking wheel which is designed
for a tubeless tire.
NOTICE
Four wheel drive models:
Do not use wheels of different
brands, sizes and types. This may
damage the drive system.
When installing aluminum w
heels,
check that the wheel nuts are tight
after driving your vehicle the first 1600
km (1000 miles).
If you have rotated, repaired, or
changed your tires, check that the
wheel nuts are still tight after driving
1600 km (1000 miles).
When using tire chains, be careful not
to damage the aluminum wheels.
Use only the Toyota wheel nuts and
wrench designed for your aluminum
wheels.
When balancing your wheels, use only
Toyota balance weights or equivalent
and a plastic or rubber hammer.
As with any wheel, periodically check
your aluminum wheels for damage. If
damaged, replace immediately.
Replacing wheels Aluminum wheel precautions
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Model:
2AZ FE and 1MZ FE
Type: 2AZ FE engine4 cylinder in line, 4 cycle, gasoline
1MZ FE engine 6 cylinder V type 4 cycle, gasoline
Bore and stroke, mm (in.): 2AZ FE engine88.5 96.0 (3.48 3.78)
1MZ FE engine 87.5 83.0 (3.44 3.27)
Displacement, cm
3 (cu. in.):
2AZ FE engine 2362 (144.1)
1MZ FE engine 2995 (182.8)
Dimensions and weight
Overall length mm (in.)
Overall width mm (in.)
Overall height mm (in.)
Wheelbase mm (in.)
Front tread mm (in.)
Rear tread mm (in.)
Vehicle capacity
weight (occupants
+ luggage) kg (lb.) Two wheel drive models Four wheel drive models
4685 (184.4)4685 (184.4)
1825 (71.9) 1825 (71.9)
1690 (66.5)
∗ 1
1745 (68.7)∗2
2715 (106.9) 2715 (106.9)
1580 (62.2) 1575 (62.0)
1565 (61.6) 1555 (61.2)
420 (925) 420 (925)
∗
1: Unladen vehicle (without roof rails)∗2: Unladen vehicle (with roof rails) 1680 (66.1)
∗
1
1735 (68.3)∗2
Engine
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COOLING SYSTEM
Total capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.):
2AZ FE engine 6.4 (6.8, 5.6)
1MZ FE engine 9.4 (9.9, 8.2)
Coolant type:
“TOYOTA Long Life Coolant” or equiva-
lent
With ethylene glycol type coolant for a
proper 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 Discharged
∗: Voltage that is checked 20 minutes af-
ter the key is removed with all the lights
turned off
Charging rates: 5 A max. AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE
Fluid capacity (drain and ref
ill), L (qt.,
Imp. qt.):
Two wheel drive modelsUp to 3.3 (3.5, 2.9)
Four wheel drive models Up to 3.9 (4.1, 3.4)
Fluid type: Automatic transmission fluid Type T IV
Change automatic transmission fluid only
as necessary.
Generally, it is necessary to change
automatic transmission fluid only if your
vehicle is driven under one of the Special
Operating Conditions listed in your
“Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or
“Owner ’s Manual Supplement”. When
changing the automatic transmission fluid,
use only Toyota Genuine ATF Type T IV
(ATF JWS3309 or NWS6500) to aid in
assuring optimum transaxle performance.
Notice: Using automatic transmission
fluid other than Toyota Genuine ATF
Type T IV may cause deterioration in
shift quality, locking up of your trans-
mission accompanied by vibration, and
ultimately damage the automatic trans-
mission of your vehicle. TRANSFER
(four wheel drive models)
Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.):
0.9 (1.0, 0.8)
Oil type: Hypoid gear oil API GL 5
Recommended oil viscosity: Above 18 C (0 F)
SAE 90
Below 18 C (0 F)
SAE 80W or 80W 90
REAR DIFFERENTIAL
(four wheel drive models)
Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.): 0.9 (1.0, 0.8)
Oil type: Hypoid gear oil API GL 5
Recommended oil viscosity: Above 18 C (0 F)
SAE 90
Below 18 C (0 F)
SAE 80W or 80W 90
