2003 TOYOTA SOLARA Owners Manual (in English)

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SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions and weight 278
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Engine 278
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Fuel 279
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Service specifications 279
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Tires 282
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Fuses 283
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SECTION 8

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Model:
2AZFE and 1MZFE
Type: 2AZFE engine4 cylinder in line, 4 cycle, gasoline
1MZFE engine 6 cylinder V type 4 cycle, gasoline
Bore and stroke, mm (in.): 2AZFE engine88.5 96.0 (3.48 3.78)
1MZFE engine 87.5 83.0 (3.44 3.27)
Displacement, cm
3 (cu. in.):
2AZFE engine 2362 (144.1)
1MZFE engine 2995 (182.8)
Dimensions and weight
4865 (191.5)
1805 (71.1)
1425 (56.1)
∗
1520 (59.8)
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.)2670 (105.1)
1545 (60.8)
340 (750)
∗: Unladen vehicle
4865 (191.5)
1805 (71.1)
1400 (55.1)
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1520 (59.8) 2670 (105.1)
1545 (60.8)410 (900)
Coupe Convertible
Engine

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Fuel type:
2AZFE engineUnleaded gasoline, Octane Rating 87
(Research Octane Number 91) or
higher
1MZFE engine Unleaded gasoline, Octane Rating 87
(Research Octane Number 91) or
higher
For improved vehicle performance, the
use of premium unleaded gasoline
with an Octane Rating of 91 (Re-
search Octane Number 96) or higher
is recommended.
Fuel tank capacity, L (gal., Imp. gal.): 70 (18.5, 15.4) ENGINE
Valve clearance (engine cold), mm (in.):
2AZFE engine
Intake 0.19—0.29 (0.007—0.011)
Exhaust 0.30—0.40 (0.012—0.016)
1MZFE engine Intake 0.15—0.25 (0.006—0.010)
Exhaust 0.25—0.35 (0.010—0.014)
Spark plug type: 2AZFE engineDENSO SK20R11
NGK IFR6A11
1MZFE engine DENSO PK20TR11
NGK BKR6EKPB11
Spark plug gap, mm (in.): 1.1 (0.043)
Drive belt tension measured with Bor-
roughs drive belt tension gauge No.
BT3373F (used belt), Ibf: 1MZFE engine 115 20 ENGINE LUBRICATION
Oil capacity (drain and ref
ill),
L (qt., Imp. qt.):
2AZFE engineWith filter 3.8 (4.0, 3.3)
Without filter 3.6 (3.8, 3.2)
1MZFE engine With filter 4.7 (5.0, 4.1)
Without filter 4.5 (4.8, 4.0)
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is f illed in
your Toyota vehicle. Use Toyota approved
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent
to satisfy the following grade and
viscosity.
Oil grade:
API grade SL “EnergyConserving” or
ILSAC multigrade engine oil
Fuel Service specifications

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Recommended oil viscosity:
SAE 5W30
Outside temperature
Please contact your Toyota dealer for fur-
ther details. COOLING SYSTEM
Total capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.):
2AZFE engine 6.2 (6.5, 5.4)
1MZFE engine 9.2 (9.7, 8.1)
Coolant type:
“Toyota Genuine Long Life Coolant” is
filled in your Toyota vehicle. In order to
avoid technical problems, we strongly
recommend using “Toyota Genuine Long
Life Coolant” or equivalent.
With ethyleneglycol type coolant for a
proper corrosion protection of aluminum
components
Do not use alcohol type antifreeze or
plain water alone.
Please contact your Toyota dealer for
further details.
BATTERY
Open voltage
∗ at 20 C (68 F):
12.6—12.8 V Fully charged
12.2—12.4 V Half charged
11.8—12.0 V Discharged
∗: Voltage that is checked 20 minutes af- ter the key is removed with all the
lights turned off
Charging rates: 5 A max. CLUTCH
Pedal free play, mm (in.):
5—15 (0.2—0.6)
Fluid type: SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3
MANUAL TRANSAXLE
Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.): 2.5 (2.6, 2.2)
Oil type: Gear oil API GL4 or GL5
Recommended oil viscosity: SAE 75W90
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE
Automatic transmission
Fluid capacity (drain and ref ill),
L (qt., Imp. qt.):
2AZFE engine Up to 3.9 (4.1, 3.4)
1MZFE engine Up to 4.75 (5.0, 4.2)
Fluid type:
2AZFE engine— Toyota Genuine ATF Type TIV
Change automatic transmission fluid only
as necessary.

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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 TIV”
(ATF JWS3309 or NWS6500) to aid in
assuring optimum transaxle performance.
Notice: Using automatic transmission
fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF
Type TIV” 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.
Please contact your Toyota dealer for fur-
ther details.
1MZFE engine—
Toyota Genuine ATF DII or
DEXRON III (DEXRON II)
Please contact your Toyota dealer for fur-
ther details. BRAKES
Minimum pedal clearance when depressed
with the force of 490 N (50 kgf, 110 lbf)
with the engine running, mm (in.):
60 (2.4)
Pedal free play, mm (in.): 1—6 (0.04—0.23)
Pad wear limit, mm (in.): 1.0 (0.04)
Lining wear limit, mm (in.): 1.0 (0.04)
Parking brake adjustment when pulled with
the force of 196 N (20 kgf, 44 lbf): 5—8 clicks
Fluid type: SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3
STEERING
Wheel free play: Less than 30 mm (1.2 in.)
Power steering fluid type: Automatic transmission fluid DEXRON II
or III

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Tire size and pressure:
kPa (kgf/cm
2 or bar, psi)
Tire sizeFrontRearWheel size
CoupeP205/65R15 92H200 (2.0, 29)200 (2.0, 29)156JJ
P205/60R16 91H220 (2.2, 32)220 (2.2, 32)16 6JJ
ConvertibleP205/65R15 92H220 (2.2, 32)220 (2.2, 32)15 6JJ
P205/60R16 91H230 (2.3, 33)230 (2.3, 33)16 6JJ
When driving under the above vehicle load conditions at sustained high speeds above 160 km/h (100 mph), in countries where such
speeds are permitted bylaw, inflate the front and rear tires to 240 kPa (2.4 kgf/cm2
or bar, 35 psi) provided that it does not exceed the
maximum cold tire pressure molded on the tire sidewall.
Wheel nut torque, N·m (kgf·m, ft·lbf): 103 (10.5, 76)
NOTE: For a complete information on tires (e.g. replacing tires or replacing wheels), see “Checking tire pressure” through “Alum inum
wheel precautions” in Section 72.
Tires

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Engine compartment
Engine compartment (vehicles with
daytime running light system and 1MZFE
engine)
Fuses (type A)
1. A/F HTR 25 A: A/F sensor
2. ETCS 10 A (2AZFE engine): Multiport
fuel injection system/sequential multi-
port fuel injection system
3. A/C 10 A: Air conditioning system
4. SPARE 10 A: Spare fuse
5. SPARE 15 A: Spare fuse
6. SPARE 30 A: Spare fuse
7. ALTS 5 A: Charging system
8. HEAD RH(UPR) 20 A: Righthand
headlight (high beam)
Engine compartment (type A)
9. EFI 15 A (1MZFE engine) or EFI 20 A (2AZFE engine): Multiport fuel in-
jection system/sequential multiport fuel
injection system
10. HORN 10 A: Horn, theft deterrent sys-
tem
11. HAZARD 15 A: Emergency flasher
12. AM2 30 A: Gauge and meter, SRS
airbag system, seat belt pretensioners,
Multiport fuel injection system/sequen-
tial multiport fuel injection system,
“IGN” and “ST” fuses
13. TEL 5 A: No circuit
Fuses

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Engine compartment (type B)
14. HEAD LH(UPR) 20 A: Lefthand head-
light (high beam)
15. RADIO NO.1 20 A: Audio system
16. DOME 7.5 A: Theft deterrent system,
daytime running light system, clock,
locking with wireless remote control
system, ignition switch light, personal
light, trunk light, electric moon roof,
interior light, vanity mirror light, door
courtesy light, power door lock system,
quarter trim courtesy light
17. ECUB 10 A: Cruise control system,
antilock brake system, SRS airbag
system, seat belt pretensi oners
Instrument panel
18. DRL NO.2 5 A: Daytime running light
system
19. HLP LH(LWR) 10 A: Lefthand head-
light (low beam)
20. HLP RH(LWR) 10 A: Righthand
headlight (low beam)
21. SEATHEATER 20 A: Seat heaters
22. HEATER 10 A: Air conditioning system,
rear window defogger, starting system 23. GAUGE 10 A:
Gauges and meters,
backup lights, cruise control system,
charging system, traction control sys-
tem, daytime running light system,
power windows, service reminder indi-
cators and warning buzzers
24. WIPER 25 A: Windshield wipers and
washer
25. MIRRORHEATER 10 A: Outside rear
view mirror defogger
26. ECUIG 15 A: Cruise control system,
antilock brake system, SRS airbag
system, seat belt pretensi oners, theft
deterrent system, shift lock control sys-
tem, traction control system, daytime
running light system, locking with wire-
less remote control system, multiport
fuel injection system/sequential multi-
port fuel injection system
27. IGN 5 A: Gauges and meters, charging
system, SRS airbag system, seat belt
pretensioners, multiport fuel injection
system/s equential multiport fuel injec-
tion system
28. STOP 15 A: Stop lights, cruise control
system, highm ounted stoplight, anti
lock brake system, shift lock control
system, multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection sys-
tem