Explanation of Maintenance Items
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The following descriptions are provided to give you a better understanding of
the maintenance items that should be performed on your vehicle. The scheduled
maintenance log indicates at which mileage/time intervals each item should be
performed. Please note that many maintenance items should be performed only
by a qualified technician.
For further information on maintenance items you can perform yourself,
see the “Vehicle Maintenance and Care” and “Do-It-Yourself Maintenance”
sections of yourOwner’s Manual.
Automatic Transmission Fluid or Manual Transmission Oil
Inspect or replace at specified intervals. When performing inspections, check each
component for signs of leakage. If you discover any leakage, have it repaired by a
qualified technician immediately.
Ball Joints and Dust Covers
Check the suspension and steering linkage ball joints for looseness and damage.
Check all dust covers for deterioration and damage. Replace any deteriorated or
damaged parts. A qualified technician should perform these operations.
Brake Lines and Hoses
Visually inspect for proper installation. Check for chafing, cracks, deterioration
and signs of leakage. Replace any deteriorated or damaged parts. A qualified
technician should perform these operations.
Brake Linings/Drums and Brake Pads/Discs
Check the brake linings (shoes) and drums for scoring, burning, fluid leakage,
broken parts and excessive wear. Check the pads for excessive wear and the
discs for runout, excessive wear and fluid leakage. Replace any deteriorated
or damaged parts. A qualified technician should perform these operations.
Cabin Air Filter
Replace at specified intervals. Driving in heavy traffic, on dirt roads or in urban,
desert or dusty areas may shorten filter’s life. More frequent replacement may
be necessary.
Charcoal Canister (CA, MA and NY vehicles)
Check for internal damage and clogging. If necessary, clean with compressed air
or replace. A qualified technician should perform these operations.
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Toyota Service Manuals
If you’ll be doing some of your own maintenance and repair work on your vehi-
cle, a Toyota service manual will be one of your most valuable tools. Toyota offers
three types of manuals to assist do-it-yourselfers. To order any of the following
manuals, call Toyota’s service publications department at (800) 622-2033.
Vehicle Repair Manual
This is the same manual used by professional technicians in Toyota dealerships
throughout the United States. It is fully illustrated and includes maintenance and
repair procedures for all vehicle mechanical systems. It also includes instructions
for vehicle tune-ups.
Electrical Systems Manual
This manual provides detailed wiring diagrams for each electrical system in your
vehicle, along with troubleshooting tips and repair procedures.
Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Repair Manual
This manual includes complete procedures for overhauling the automatic trans-
mission/transaxle of your vehicle.
For information on basic do-it-yourself maintenance items, see the “Vehicle
Maintenance and Care” and “Do-It-Yourself Maintenance” sections of your
Owner’s Manual.
