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CAUTION
Push and pull the child restraint sys-
tem in different directions to make
sure it is secure. Follow all the
installation instructions provided by
its manufacturer.
4. To remove the infant seat, press thebucklerelease button and allow the
belt to retract completely. The belt will
move freely again and be ready to
work for an adult or older child passen-
ger.(B) CONVERTIBLE SEAT INSTALLATION
A convertible seat is used in forward
facing or rearfacing position depend-
ing on the child’s age and size. When
installing, follow the manufacturer’s in-
struction about the applicable child’s
age and size as well as directions for
installing the child restraint system.

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2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put itin the lock mode. When the belt is
then retracted slightly, it cannot be ex-
tended.
To hold the convertible seat securely,
make sure the belt is in the lock mode
before letting the belt retract.3. While pressing the convertible seat firmly against the seat cushion and
seatback, let the shoulder belt retract
as far as it will go to hold the convert-
ible seat securely.CAUTION
Push and pull the child restraint sys-
tem in different directions to make
sure it is secure. Follow all the
installation instructions provided by
its manufacturer.

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3. Securely fasten the child restraintsystem with the seat belt.
Latch the hook onto the anchor
bracket and tighten the top strap.
For instructions to install the child re-
straint system, see “Child restraint” on
page 53 in this section.
CAUTION
Make sure the top strap is securely
latched, and check that the child re-
straint system is secure by pushing
and pulling it in different directions.
Follow all the installation instructions
provided by its manufacturer.
4. Outside anchor brackets only— Replace the head restraint.Lower anchorages for the child restraint
systems complying with the FMVSS225
specifications are installed in the rear
seat.
The anchorages are installed in the clear-
ance between the seat cushion and seat-
back of both outside rear seats.
Child restraint systems complying with the
FMVSS225 specification can be fixed to
these anchorages. In this case, it is not
necessary to fix the child restraint system
with a seat belt on the vehicle.
—Installation with child
restraint lower anchorages

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CAUTION
When using the lower anchorages
for the child restraint system, be
sure that there are no irregular ob-
jects around the anchorages and
that the seat belt is not caught.
Push and pull the child restraint
system in different directions to
make sure it is secure. Follow all
the installation instructions pro-
vided by its manufacturer.
Do not install a child restraint sys-
tem on the rear seat if it interferes
with the lock mechanism of the
front seats. This can cause death or
serious injury to a child and front
passenger in case of a sudden
braking or a collision.To change the steering wheel angle,
hold the steering wheel, push down the
lock release lever, tilt the steering
wheel to the desired angle and return
the lever to its original position.
CAUTION
Do not adjust the steering wheel
while the vehicle is moving. It may
cause the driver to mishandle the
vehicle and an accident may occur
resulting in death or serious inju-
ries.
After adjusting the steering wheel,
try moving it up and down to make
sure it is locked in position.
Tilt steering wheel

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The light may occasionally flicker when
the engine is idling or it may come on
briefly after a hard stop. There is no
cause for concern if it then goes out when
the engine is accelerated slightly.
The light may come on when the oil level
is extremely low. It is not designed to
indicate low oil level, and the oil level
must be checked using the level dipstick.
NOTICE
Do not drive the vehicle with the
warning light on—even for one block.
It may ruin the engine.
(f) Malfunction Indicator Lamp
This lamp comes on when the ignition
key is turned to the “ON” position and
goes off after the engine starts. This
means that the warning light system is
operating properly.
If the lamp remains on, or the lamp
comes on while driving, first check the
followings.
Empty fuel tank
If the fuel tank is empty, refuel immedi-
ately.
Loose fuel tank cap
If the fuel tank cap is loose, securely
tighten it.
These cases are temporary malfunctions.
The malfunction indicator lamp will go off
after taking several driving trips.
If the lamp will not go off even after the
several trips, contact your Toyota dealer
as soon as possible.
If the fuel tank is not empty or the fuel
tank cap is not loose...
There is a problem somewhere in the
engine, emission control system, auto-
matic transmission electrical system or
warning light system itself.
Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as
possible to service the vehicle.
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance
(I/M) programs
Your vehicle may not pass a state
emission inspection if the malfunction
indicator lamp remains on. Contact your
Toyota dealer to check your vehicle’s
emission control system and OBD
(OnBoard Diagnostics) system before
taking your vehicle for the inspection.
For details, see “Emissions Inspection and
Maintenance (I/M) programs” on page 232
in Section 6. (g) Low Fuel Level Warning Light
This light comes on when the fuel level
in the tank becomes nearly empty. Fill up
the tank as soon as possible.
On inclines or curves, due to the move-
ment of fuel in the tank, the low fuel level
warning light may come on earlier than
usual.
(h) “ABS” Warning Light
The light comes on with the ignition key
turned to the “ON” position. If the anti
lock brake system works properly, the
light turns off after a few seconds. There-
after, if the system malfunctions, the light
comes on again.
When the “ABS” warning light is on (and
the brake system warning light is off), the
antilock brake system does not operate,
but the brake system still operates con-
ventionally.
When the “ABS” warning light is on (and
the brake system warning light is off), the
antilock brake system does not operate
so that the wheels could lock up during
a sudden braking or braking on slippery
road surfaces.

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(g) Parking1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop.
2. With the brake pedal pressed down, fully depress the parking brake pedal
to apply the parking brake securely.
3. With the brake pedal pressed down, shift the selector lever to the “P” posi-
tion.
CAUTION
Never attempt to move the selector
lever into “P” position under any cir-
cumstances while the vehicle is mov-
ing. Serious mechanical damage and
loss of vehicle control may result.
(h) Good driving practice
If the transmission repeatedly shifts up
and down between third gear and over-
drive when climbing a gentle slope, the
overdrive should be turned off. Be sure
to turn the switch on immediately after-
ward.
When towing a trailer, in order to main-
tain engine braking efficiency, do not
use overdrive.
CAUTION
Always keep your foot on the brake
pedal while stopped with the engine
running. This prevents the vehicle
from creeping.
NOTICE
Always use the brake pedal or the
parking brake to hold the vehicle on
an upgrade. Do not attempt to hold
the vehicle using the accelerator ped-
al, as this can cause the transmission
to overheat.
(i) Rocking your vehicle if stuck
CAUTION
If your vehicle becomes stuck in
snow, mud, sand, etc., then you may
attempt to rock the vehicle free by
moving it forward and backward. Do
not attempt this procedure if people
or objects are anywhere near the ve-
hicle. During the rocking operation
the vehicle may suddenly move for-
ward or backward as it becomes un-
stuck, causing injury or damage to
nearby people or objects.
NOTICE
If you rock your vehicle, observe the
following precautions to prevent dam-
age to the transmission and other
parts.
Do not depress the accelerator ped-
al while shifting the selector lever
or before the transmission is com-
pletely shifted to forward or reverse
gear.

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INFO (Information)
When an RDS radio station transmits a
text message, “INFO” will be displayed. At
this time, push the “INFO” button to view
the text message. If the whole message
does not appear on the display, part of
the message will appear every three sec-
onds until the message is completed. To
scroll through the message at your own
speed, push the “INFO” button consecu-
tively. When the whole message has been
displayed, the message will disappear.
The message display will be canceled if
any button that affects the display is
pushed. To view the message again, push
the “INFO” button again.
The RDS audio system saves a message
until a new message is received.
If the text message is not available when
you push “INFO” button, “NO INFO” will
appear on the display.PROG TYPE (Program Types)
To turn on the PTY mode, push the
“PROG TYPE” button while receiving an
RDS station. The current program type will
appear on the display.
You can select one of the following pro-
grams by turning the tune knob while the
PTY mode is on.
Any Type
News
Inform (Information)
Sports
Ta l k
Rock
Cls Rock (Classic rock)
Adlt Hit (Adult Hits)
Soft Rck
To p 4 0
Country
Oldies
Soft
Nostalga (Nostalgia)
Jazz
classicl (Classical)
R & B
Soft R & B
Language
Rel Musc (Religious Music)
Rel Talk (Religious Talk)
Persnlty (Personality)
Public
College
Weather
Interrupt function
If the radio in on the compact disc mode,
the radio will switch to the FM band with
the previous interrupt volume. The pro-
gram type and “Int” will appear. If the
radio in on the FM mode, the volume will
be adjusted to the previous interrupt vol-
ume. To cancel the interrupt function,
press “PROG TYPE” or the selected mode
button.
If the radio in on the PTY mode, program
types, except Any Type, may be selected
as interrupts. To set a program type as an
interrupt, push and hold “PROG TYPE”
while a program type is displayed until
you hear a beep. The asterisk will appear
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“PLAYER ERROR”: There is trouble in-
side the system. Eject the disc. Set the
disc again.
If malfunction is not rectified, take your
vehicle to your Toyota dealer.
Dolby 
B NR∗
If you are listening to a tape that was
recorded with Dolby  B Noise Reduction,
push “
”. “DOLBY NR ON” will appear
on the display. Push the button again to
turn off Dolby  B NR. “DOLBY NR OFF”
will appear on the display.
The Dolby NR mode reduces tape noise
by about 10 dB. For best sound reproduc-
tion, play your tapes with this button on
or off according to the mode used for
recording the tape.
∗: Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from
Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. “DOLBY” and the
double D symbol
are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories
Licensing Corporation.
EQ (Equalizer)
Your audio system can store five different
EQ settings so that you will not need to
readjust it every time you listen to a dif-
ferent program.
To use a preset setting:
Push the “EQ” button repeatedly until the
EQ number you want to use appears on
the display.
To change a preset EQ setting:
1. Use the “TONE” button and the “TUNE/ SELECT” knob to select the desired
equalization. (For details, see “TONE”.)
2. Push and hold the “EQ” button until “SELECT EQ #” appears on the dis-
play.
3. Push the “EQ” button repeatedly or turn the “TUNE/SELECT” knob to select
the desired preset EQ number.
4. Push and hold the “EQ” button until “EQ SAVED” appears on the display
and you hear a beep. This EQ setting
is saved to that number. HR/MIN (Hours/minutes adjustment)
These buttons are used to adjust the
clock time. (For details, see “Clock” on
page 150 in Section 19.)
INFO (Information)
When an RDS radio station transmits a
text message, “INFO” will be displayed. At
this time, push the “INFO” button to view
the text message. If the whole message
does not appear on the display, part of
the message will appear every three sec-
onds until the message is completed. To
scroll through the message at your own
speed, push the “INFO” button consecu-
tively. When the whole message has been
displayed, the message will disappear.
The message display will be canceled if
any button that affects the display is
pushed. To view the message again, push
the “INFO” button again.
The RDS audio system saves a message
until a new message is received.
If the text message is not available when
you push “INFO” button, “NO INFO” will
appear on the display.