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Be sure that the ignition is off if
you work near the electric cool-
ing fan or radiator grille. With
the ignition on, the electric cool-
ing fan will automatically start to
run if the air conditioning is on.
Use eye protection whenever you
work on or under your vehicle
where you may be exposed to
flying or falling material, fluid
spray, etc.
Used engine oil contains poten-
tially harmful contaminants which
may cause skin disorders such
as inflammation or skin cancer,
so care should be taken to avoid
prolonged and repeated contact
with it. To remove used engine
oil from your skin, wash thor-
oughly with soap and water.
Do not leave used oil within the
reach of children.
Dispose of used oil and filter
only in a safe and acceptable
manner. Do not dispose of used
oil and filter in household trash,
in sewers or onto the ground.
Call your dealer or a service sta-
tion for information concerning
recycling or disposal.
NOTICE
Remember that battery and ignition
cables carry high currents or volt-
ages. Be careful of accidentally
causing a short circuit.
Add only “Toyota Super Long Life
Coolant” or similar high quality eth-
ylene glycol based non silicate,
non amine, non nitrite and non bo-
rate coolant with long life hybrid
organic acid technology to fill the
radiator. And if you spill some of
the coolant, be sure to wash it off
with water to prevent it from dam-
aging the parts or paint.
Do not allow dirt or anything else
to fall through the plug holes.
Do not pry the outer electrode of a
spark plug against the center elec-
trode.
Use only spark plugs of the speci-
fied type. Using other types will
cause engine damage, loss of per-
formance or radio noise.
Do not reuse iridium tipped spark
plugs by cleaning or regapping.
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NOTICE
Be careful not to spill the engine
oil on the vehicle components.
Avoid overfilling, or the engine
could be damaged.
Check the oil level on the dipstick
once again after adding the oil.
ENGINE OIL SELECTION
“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 viscos-
ity.
Oil grade:
API grade, SL “Energy −Conserving” or
ILSAC multigrade engine oil
Recommended viscosity:
Temperature range anticipated before
next oil change
SAE 5W
−30
SAE 5W 30 is the best choice for
good fuel economy, and good starting
in cold weather.
If SAE 5W 30 oil is not available,
SAE 10W 30 oil may be used. Howev-
er, it should be replaced with SAE
5W 30 at the next oil change.
API service symbol
ILSAC certification mark
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Oil identification marks
Either or both API registered marks are
added to some oil containers to help
you select the oil you should use.
The API Service Symbol is located any-
where on the outside of the container.
The top portion of the label shows the oil
quality by API (American Petroleum Insti-
tute) designations such as SL. The center
portion of the label shows the SAE viscos-
ity grade such as SAE 5W−30. “Energy −
Conserving” shown in the lower portion,
indicates that the oil has fuel −saving ca-
pabilities.
The ILSAC (International Lubricant Stan-
dardization and Approval Committee) Certi-
fication Mark is displayed on the front of
the container.
To ensure excellent lubrication perfor-
mance for your engine, “Toyota Genuine
Motor Oil” is available, which has been
specifically tested and approved for all
Toyota engines.
Please contact your Toyota dealer for fur-
ther details about “Toyota Genuine Motor
Oil”. Look at the see through coolant reser-
voir when the engine is cold. The cool-
ant level is satisfactory if it is between
the “FULL” and “LOW” lines on the
reservoir. If the level is low, add the
coolant. (For the coolant type, see
“Coolant type selection” described be-
low.)
The coolant level in the reservoir will vary
with engine temperature. However, if the
level is on or below the “LOW” line, add
coolant. Bring the level up to the “FULL”
line.
If the coolant level drops within a short
time after replenishing, there may be a
leak in the system. Visually check the
radiator, hoses, radiator cap and drain
cock and water pump.
If you can find no leak, have your Toyota
dealer test the cap pressure and check
for leaks in the cooling system.
CAUTION
To prevent burning yourself, do not
remove the radiator cap when the en-
gine is hot.
Checking the engine coolant
level
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SPECIFICATIONS
Specifications
Dimensions and weightss322
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Engine 322
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Fuel 322
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Service specifications 323
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Tires 326
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Fuses 327
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Service specifications
ENGINE
Valve clearance (engine cold), mm (in.):Intake 0.15—0.25 (0.006—0.010)
Exhaust 0.25—0.35 (0.010—0.014)
Spark plug type: DENSO SK20R11
NGK IFR6A11
Spark plug gap, mm (in.): 1.1 (0.043)
ENGINE LUBRICATION
Oil capacity (drain and ref ill), L (qt., Imp.
qt.) With filter 6.8 (7.2, 6.0)
Without filter 6.4 (6.8, 5.6)
Oil grade:
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is filled in
your Toyota vehicle. Use Toyota ap-
proved “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
Temperature range anticipated before
next oil change
Please contact your Toyota dealer for fur-
ther details. COOLING SYSTEM
Total capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.)
Without rear heater 14.7 (15.5, 12.9)
With rear heater 15.4 (16.3, 13.6)
Coolant type:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is filled
in your Toyota vehicle at factory fill. In
order to avoid technical problems, only use
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or similar
high quality ethylene glycol based non −sili-
cate, non −amine, non− nitrite, and non− bo-
rate coolant with long −life hybrid organic
acid technology.
Do not use plain water alone.
Please contact your Toyota dealer for fur-
ther 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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Publication No. OM60A04U
Part No. 01999-60A04
Printed in Japan 01−0307 −00
Quick index
If a service reminder indicator or warning buzzer comes on 126 . . . .
If your vehicle will not start 251 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If your engine stalls while driving 254 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If your vehicle overheats 255 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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If you have a flat tire 256 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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If your vehicle needs to be towed 267 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tips for driving during break-in period 207 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
How to start the engine 235 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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General maintenance 282 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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Complete index NO TAG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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Gas station information
Fuel type:
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 (Research Octane Number 96) or
higher is recommended.
See page 207 for detailed information.
Fuel tank capacity: 96 L (25.4 gal., 21.1 lmp. gal.)
Engine oil:
API grade, SL “Energy −Conserving” or ILSAC multigrade engine oil
is recommended.
See page 295 for detailed information.
Automatic transmission fluid: Toyota Genuine ATF WS
Tire information: See pages 299 through 307.
Tire inflation pressure: See page 326.
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