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Coolant type selection
Use of improper coolants may damage
your engine cooling system. Your coolant
must contain ethylene−glycol type coolant
for proper corrosion protection of your en-
gine that contains aluminum components.
We have used “Toyota Genuine Long Life
Coolant” in your Toyota vehicle. In order
to avoid technical problems, we strongly
recommend using “Toyota Genuine Long
Life Coolant” or equivalent.
In addition to preventing freezing and
subsequent damage to the engine, this
type of coolant will also prevent corrosion.
Further supplemental inhibitors or additives
are neither needed nor recommended.
Read the coolant container for information
on freeze protection. Follow the manufac-
turer’s directions for how much to mix
with plain water (preferably demineralized
water or distilled water). The total c apacity
of the cooling system is given in Section
8.
We recommend a 50% solution for your
Toyota, to provide protection down to
about −35 C ( −31 F). When it is extreme-
ly cold, to provide protection down to
about −50 C ( −58 F), a 60% solution is
recommended. Do not use more than 70%
solution for better coolant performance.NOTICE
Do not use alcohol type antifreeze or
plain water alone.
The engine cooling system is integral to
maximizing performance of your Toyota
vehicle. In line with this, it is strongly
recommended that you use “Toyota
Genuine Long Life Coolant” for protecting
the system, as it is an ethylene −glycol
based premium antifreeze coolant with
excellent corrosion protection properties
that has been specifically formulated for
use in Toyota vehicles.
Please contact your Toyota dealer for fur-
ther details about “Toyota Genuine Long
Life Coolant”.

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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 a damaged wheel,
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 ability, 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.
CAUTION
Observe the following instructions.
Otherwise, an accident may occur re-
sulting in death or serious injuries.
Do not use wheels other than the
manufacturer ’s recommended size,
as this may cause dangerous han-
dling characteristics resulting in
loss of control.
Fourwheel drive models:
Do not use wheels of different
brands, sizes and types, as this
may cause dangerous handling
characteristics resulting in loss of
control.
When installing aluminum wheels,
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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ENGINE LUBRICATION
Oil capacity (drain and refill), L (qt., Imp.
qt.):
5VZ− FE engine
With filter 5.2 (5.5, 4.6)
Without filter 4.9 (5.2, 4.3)
2UZ− FE engine
With filter 6.2 (6.5, 5.5)
Without filter 5.7 (6.0, 5.0)
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is filled 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 “Energy −Conserving” or
ILSAC multigrade engine oil Recommended oil viscosity:
SAE 5W −30
Outside temperature
Please contact your Toyota dealer for fur-
ther details.
COOLING SYSTEM
Total capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.):
With manual transmission 10.0 (10.6, 8.8)
With automatic transmission 5VZ− FE engine 9.9 (10.5, 8.7)
2UZ− FE engine 11.6 (12.3, 10.2) 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 ethylene− glycol 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.

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Access doors 14
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Adding washer fluid 299
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Adjustment
Front seats 32,33
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Seat belt 38
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Air conditioning system 158
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Airbags 47
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Aluminum wheel precautions 294
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Anti −glare inside rear view mirror 88 . . . . . . .
Anti −lock brake system warning
light 104
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Anti −theft steering column lock 112 . . . . . . . .
Appearance care
Cleaning the interior 262
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Protecting your Toyota from corrosion 260
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Washing and waxing 261
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Armrest 35
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Ashtray 166
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Audio remote controls 150
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Automatic transmission
Driving with an automatic transmission 113
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Shift pattern 113
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Shifting speed 113
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Automatic transmission fluid temperature warning light 104
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Auxiliary boxes 171
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Auxiliary catch, Engine hood 23
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B
Battery
Checking battery condition 296 . . . . . . . . . .
Gas caution 296 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Handling safety 296 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Recharging precautions 297 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Winter driving tips 218 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Before starting the engine 214 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake pad wear limit indicators 196 . . . . . . . .
Brake system 193 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake system warning light 104 . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brakes
Fluid level 284 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pad wear limit indicators 196 . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parking 123
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Break −in tips 187
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Brightness control 94
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C
Car audio system 128
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Carbon monoxide caution 191
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Cargo and luggage
Capacity 208
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Capacity and distribution 209
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Stowage precautions 209
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Cargo lamp 95
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Cassette player 128
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Cassette tape holder 179
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Certification regulation label 197
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Checking and replacing fuses 298
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Checking brake fluid 284
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Checking the engine oil level 280
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condenser 284
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Child restraint
Child restraint system 57
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Installation 59,67
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Installation with child restraint lower anchorages 82,84
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Precautions 56
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Types of child restraint system 58 . . . . . . . .
Using a top strap 77,79
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Cigarette lighter 166
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Cleaning the interior 262
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Clock 166
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Clutch start cancel switch 126
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Coin holder 175,177
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Cold weather
Operation 218
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Compact disc and cassette tape holder
Cassette tape holder 177,178
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Compact disc holder 177,178
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Compact disc changer 128
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Compact disc changer controller 128 . . . . . . .
Compact disc player 128
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Condenser
Checking the condenser 284
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Console box
Rear 173,174
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Controls, Instrument panel 2,6
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Cooling system
Coolant level 282
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Engine overheating 238
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Radiator and reservoir 282
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Radiator cap 238
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Winter driving tips 218
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Corrosion prevention 260
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