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Sequential manual transmissiondriving tips
(Models equipped with Sequential Manual
Transmission only)
The sequential manual transmission is a 5speed forward/
reverse transmission. With the basics of the traditional
manual transmission, the clutch operation and transmission
shifting is controlled electronically. Unlike automatic trans-
missions, this system does not upshift automatically at the
time of acceleration.
To understand the unique system and operation method of
the sequential manual transmission, read Section 16 on
page 77 thoroughly before driving. For starting procedures,
see “How to start the engine— ” on page 138 in Section 3.
Please refer to the “Important Information For Your
Sequential Manual Transmission” equipped in your vehicle
as well.


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1 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLSPage
1 Overview of instruments and controls
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2 Keys and Doors7
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3 Seats, Seat belts, Steering wheel and Mirrors27
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4 Lights, Wipers and Defogger61
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5 Gauges, Meters and Service reminder indicators67
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6 Ignition switch, Transmission and Parking brake75
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7 Car audio system93
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8 Air conditioning system107
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9 Other equipment11 5
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2 INFORMATION BEFORE DRIVING YOUR TOYOTA 123 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3 STARTING AND DRIVING 137 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY 145 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5 CORROSION PREVENTION AND APPE ARANCE CARE 165. . . . .
6 VEHICLE MAINTENANCE AND CARE 173 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7 DOITYOURSELF MAINTENANCE
1 Introduction179
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2 Engine and Chassis187
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3 Electrical components199
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8 SPECIFICATIONS 213 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
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9 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS FOR U.S. OWNERS AND
UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING 223 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10 INDEX 227 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
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Instrument panel overview
1. Side vents
2. Instrument cluster
3. Center vents
4. Interior light
5. Glove box
6. Manual transmission gear shift lever orsequential manual transmission selector
lever
7. Parking brake lever
8. Power window switches
9. Power rear view mirror control switches
10. Instrument panel light control switch 11. Power door lock switch
12. Power window lock switch
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1. Headlight and turn signal switch
2. Transmission shift switches (with sequential manual transmission,
on some models)
3. Wiper and washer switches
4. Clock
5. Rear window defogger switch
6. Emergency flasher switch
7. Auxiliary box
8. Engine immobiliser system indicator light
9. Air conditioning controls
10. Car audio
11. Cup holders
12. Ashtray
13. Cigarette lighter
14. Cruise control switch (sequential manual transmission)
15. Ignition switch
16. Tilt steering lock release lever
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Instrument cluster overview
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1. Speedometer
2. Service reminder indicators and indica-tor lights
3. Gear position indicators (sequential manual transmission) 4. Engine coolant temperature gauge
5. Low fuel level warning light
6. Fuel gauge
7. Tachometer
8. Trip meter reset knob
9. Odometer and two trip meters


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Indicator symbols on the instrument panel
SRS warning light∗1Brake system warning light∗1
Discharge warning light∗1
Low engine oil pressure warning light∗1
Malfunction indicator lamp∗1
Antilock brake system warning light∗1
Driver ’s seat belt reminder light∗1
Headlight high beam indicator light
Turn signal indicator lights
Power steering system warning light∗1
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: For details, see “Service reminder indicators and warning
buzzers” on page 70 in Section 15.
∗2: If this light flashes, see “Sequential manual transmission” on
page 77 in Section 16.
∗3: If this light flashes, see “Cruise control” on page 90 in Sec-
tion 16.
Passenger ’s seat belt reminder light∗1Sequential manual transmission warning light∗1
Cruise control indicator light∗3
Open door warning light∗1
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Sequential manual transmission: Before
raising or lowering the soft top, lower both
side windows, apply the parking brake, put
the selector lever in the “S(1)” position
and stop the engine.
Manual transmission: Before raising or
lowering the soft top, lower both side win-
dows, apply the parking brake, stop the
engine and put the transmission lever in
the first position.
CAUTION
When raising or lowering the soft
top, keep hands off from the hinges
of the top side rails and any part
of the top linkage.
To prevent personal injury, do not
raise or lower the soft top when the
wind is strong.
The vehicle should never be driven
with the soft top partially lowered.
Make sure the top has been either
fully latched to the windshield
frame or fully lowered before driv-
ing.
NOTICE
 Make sure there are no items or
packages in the folding board when
lowering in the soft top. Even small
items may interfere with the soft
top operation and can cause dam-
age.
 Do not sit or place excessive
weight on the soft top when the top
is up or down. Damage to the top
may occur.
 Do not raise or lower the soft top
when the temperature is below 5 C
(41 F). Damage to the top or rear
window may result. If necessary to
do so, warm the vehicle in a heated
garage prior to operating the soft
top mechanism.
 Do not lower the soft top if the top
is damp or wet. Possible interior
water damage, water stains or mil-
dew on the top material may result.
When the soft top is completely
lowered, keep the rear window de-
fogger turned off to avoid damage
to the top.
 It may be hard to fix the soft top
when raising it after having kept it
open for a long time.
Soft top—
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If the indicator Do this.
or buzzer
comes on...
(o)
See “Sequential
manual
transmission” on
page 77 in Section
16.Warning
function of the
sequential
manual
transmission
(n)
Turn off lights.
Light reminder-
buzzer (a) Brake System Warning Light
This light comes on in the following cases
when the ignition key is in the “ON” posi-
tion.
When the parking brake is applied...
When the brake fluid level is low...
CAUTION
It is dangerous to continue driving
normally when the brake fluid level is
low.
Have your vehicle checked at your
Toyota dealer in the following case:
The light does not come on even if the
parking brake is applied when the igni-
tion key is in the “ON” position.
CAUTION
If the light does not turn off even
after the parking brake is released
while the engine is running, immedi-
ately stop your vehicle at a safe
place and contact your Toyota dealer.
In this case, the brakes may not work
properly and your stopping distance
will become longer. Depress the brake
pedal firmly and bring the vehicle to
an immediate stop.
(b) Driver’s Seat Belt Reminder Light
and Buzzer
This light and buzzer remind you to
buckle up the driver’s seat belt.
Once the ignition key is turned to “ON” or
“START”, the reminder light flashes and
buzzer sounds if the driver ’s seat belt is
not fastened. Unless the driver fastens the
belt, the light keeps flashing and the
buzzer stops after about 4 to 8 seconds.