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Error messages
If the player malfunctions, your audio sys-
tem will display the following error mes-
sages.
“TIGHT TAPE”: This message is dis-
played when the tape is tight and the
player cannot turn the tape hubs. Remove
the tape. Hold the tape with the open end
down and try to turn the right hub coun-
terclockwise with a pencil. Turn the tape
over and repeat. If the hubs do not turn
easily, your tape may be damaged and
should not be used in the player. Try a
new tape to make sure your player is
working properly.
“BROKEN TAPE”: This message is dis-
played when the tape is broken. Try a
new tape.
“CLEAN PLAYER”: This message is dis-
played when the cassette tape player
need to be cleaned. It will still play tapes,
but you should clean it as soon as pos-
sible to prevent damage to the tapes and
player. After cleaning the player, push and
hold the cassette tape eject button until
you hear a beep. “CLEANED” will appear
on the display. “WRAPPED TAPE”:
This message is dis-
played when the tape is wrapped around
the tape head. Attempt to get the cassette
out. Try a new tape.
If malfunction is not rectified, take your
vehicle to your Toyota dealer.
Cut tape bypass function
When you use the endless type tape
(head cleaner tape etc.), you must deacti-
vate the tape bypass feature.
To deactivate this feature:
1. Turn the ignition key to the “ACC” or “ON” position, and the audio is off.
2. Push and hold the “TAPE/CD” button for more than two seconds. “READY”
will appear on the display.
3. Insert the endless type tape.
The tape bypass feature will stay deacti-
vated until the cassette tape eject button
is pushed. TONE (Manual tone adjustment function)
Push the “TONE” button to select the
bass, midrange or treble tone control posi-
tion. (”BASS”, “MID”, “TREB” will appear
on the display.) To adjust the tone, turn
“TUNE/SELECT” knob.
“BASS”: Adjusts low
−pitched tones. The
display ranges from −6 to +6.
“MID”: Adjusts mid −pithed tones. The dis-
play ranges from −6 to +6.
“TREB”: Adjusts high −pitched tones. The
display ranges from −6 to +6.
To adjusts all of the tone controls to the
middle position, push and hold the “TONE”
button for more than two seconds. “FLAT”
will appear on the display.

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“NO CD”: The compact disc player is
empty. Insert a disc.
If the disc is not playing correctly, for any
other reason, try a known good disc.
If the malfunction still exists, take your
vehicle to your Toyota dealer.
H/M (Hours/minutes adjustment)
These buttons are used to adjust the
clock time. For details, see “Clock” on
page 154 in Section 1 −10.
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.
LOAD
This button is used to load the compact
discs in the compact disc player which is
integrated with the radio. This compact
disc player can store up to 6 discs.
The key must be in the “ACC” or “ON”
position for the load function.
Loading one compact disc only—
To load one compact disc only, quickly
push and release the button. If you hold
the button too long, the mechanism will
change to the mode for loading multiple
compact discs. After pushing the button,
wait for the load/eject status light to turn
green then, insert a compact disc. After
the disc is loaded, the shutter of the slot
will close.
If no compact disc is inserted, the shutter
will close after 8 seconds.
If you push this button when the player is
full, three beeps will sound.
Loading multiple compact di
scs—
To load multiple compact discs, push and
hold the button until you hear two beeps.
When the load/eject status light turns
green, insert a disc. Wait for the load/
eject status light to turn green before in-
serting the next disc.
If no compact disc is inserted, the shutter
will close after 8 seconds.
If you push this button when the player is
full, three beeps will sound.
PWR/VOL (Power/Volume)
Push “PWR/VOL” to turn the audio system
on and off. Turn “PWR/VOL” to adjust the
volume.
P·TYPE (Program Types)
To turn on the PTY mode, push the
“P·TYPE” button while receiving an RDS
station. The current program type will ap-
pear on the display.
You can select one of the following pro-
grams by turning the tune (P·TYPE) knob
while the PTY mode is on.
Any Type
News
Inform (Information)
Sports

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Ty p e A
Ty p e B
The digital clock indicates the time
when the key is in the “ACC” or “ON”
position. Even when the ignition switch
is off, you can turn on the clock dis-
play for a few seconds by pushing the
“RCL” button.
Type A—To set the time, push and hold
the “HR” or “MIN” button until the “:”
starts flashing. Then set the time by push-
ing the “HR” (hour) and the “MIN” (minute)
buttons. If the time is before 12 noon,
“AM” appears on the display when the
time being set.
Type B—To set the time, push and hold
the “H” or “M” button until the “:” starts
flashing. Then set the time by pushing the
“H” (hour) and the “M” (minute) buttons.
When the time is being set, “AM” or “PM”
appears on the display.
RDS CLOCK UPDATE FUNCTION
You can update the clock with RDS
(Radio Data System) data. Push and hold
the “HR” and “MIN” (type A) or “H” and
“M” (type B) buttons at least 2 seconds
while receiving an RDS station. “TIME
UPDATED” will appear on the display with
a beep and the clock will be updated. If
setting could not be completed
successfully, “NO UPDATED” will appear
on the display.
CIGARETTE LIGHTER
To use the cigarette lighter, press it in.
After it finishes heating up, it automati-
cally pops out ready for use.
If the engine is not running, the key must
be in the “ACC” position.
Do not hold the cigarette lighter pressed
in.
Use a Toyota genuine cigarette lighter or
equivalent for replacement.
ClockCigarette lighter and portable
ashtray

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The power outlets are designed for
power supply for car accessories.
The key must be in the “ACC” or “ON”
position for the power outlets to be used.
NOTICE
To prevent the fuse from being
blown, do not use the electricity
over the total vehicle capacity of 12
V/120W (instrument panel and rear
console box outlets together).
 To prevent the battery from being
discharged, do not use the power
outlets longer than necessary when
the engine is not running.
 Close the power outlet lids when
the power outlets are not in use.
Inserting a foreign object other than
the appropriate plug that fits the
outlet, or allowing any liquid into
the outlet may cause electrical fail-
ure or short circuits.
This power outlet is designed for use
as a power supply for electric ap-
pliances in the vehicle.
The key must be in the “ON” position for
the power outlet to be used.
The maximum capacity for this power out-
let is 115 VAC/100W. If you attempt to
use an appliance that requires more than
115 VAC or 100W, the protection circuit
will activate and cut the power supply.
The power supply will restart automatically
when you use an appliance that operates
within the 115 VAC/100W limits.To use the power outlet, push the main
switch on the instrument panel.
An indicator light will illuminate to indicate
that the power outlet is ready for use.
Push the main switch once again to turn
the power outlet off. When the power out-
let is not in use, make sure that the main
switch is turned off.
NOTICE
To prevent the battery from being
discharged, do not use the power
outlet longer than necessary when
the engine is not running.
Power outlet (115 VAC)

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Driving with tire chains installed.
Driving over the steps such as the
joints on the road.
Driving on roads where the road
surface is pitted or has other differ-
ences in surface height.
Install all 4 tires of specified size at
appropriate pressure: The antilock
brake system detects vehicle speeds
using the speed sensors for respec-
tive wheels’ turning speeds. The use
of tires other than specified may fail
to detect the accurate turning speed
resulting in a longer stopping dis-
tance.
Ty p e A
Ty p e B
“ABS” warning light
The light comes on when the ignition key
is 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
anti −lock 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
anti −lock 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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If either of the following conditions oc-
curs, this indicates a malfunction some-
where in the components monitored by
the warning light system. Contact your
Toyota dealer as soon as possible to
service the vehicle.
The light does not come on when the
ignition key is turned to the “ON” posi-
tion, or remains on.
The light comes on while you are driv-
ing.
A warning light turning on briefly during
operation does not indicate a problem.
CAUTION
If the “ABS” warning light remains on
together with the brake system warn-
ing light, immediately stop your ve-
hicle at a safe place and contact your
Toyota dealer.
In this case, not only the antilock
brake system will fail but also the
vehicle will become extremely unsta-
ble during braking.
DRUMINDISC TYPE PARKING BRAKE
SYSTEM (with 2ZZGE engine)
Your vehicle has a drum −in −disc type
parking brake system. This type of brake
system n eeds bedding −down of the brake
shoes periodically or whenever the parking
brake shoes and/or drums are replaced.
Have your Toyota dealer perform the bed-
ding− down.
The brake pad wear limit indicators on
your disc brakes give a warning noise
when the brake pads are worn to where
replacement is required.
If you hear a squealing or scraping noise
while driving, have the brake pads
checked and replaced by your Toyota
dealer as soon as possible. Expensive ro-
tor damage can result if the pads are not
replaced when necessary.
Brake pad wear limit
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1. Check the area around the vehicle be-fore entering it.
2. Adjust seat position, seatback angle, seat cushion height, head restraint
height and steering wheel angle.
3. Adjust the inside and outside rear view mirrors.
4. Lock all the side doors and back door. Close the glass hatch.
5. Fasten seat belts. 1. Apply the parking brake firmly.
2. Turn off unnecessary lights and acces-
sories.
3. Manual transmission: Press the clutch
pedal to the floor and shift the trans-
mission into neutral. Hold the clutch
pedal to the floor until the engine is
started. A starter safety device will pre-
vent the starter from operating if the
clutch pedal is not fully depressed.
Automatic transmission: Put the se-
lector lever in “P”. If you need to re-
start the engine while the vehicle is
moving, put the selector lever in “N”.
A starter safety device will prevent the
starter from operating if the selector
lever is in any drive position.
4. Automatic transmission only: De-
press the brake pedal and hold it to
the floor until driving off. Before starting the engine, be sure to fol-
low the instructions in “(a) Before crank-
ing”.
Normal starting procedure
The multiport fuel injection system/sequen-
tial multiport fuel injection system in your
engine automatically controls the proper
air
−fuel mixture for starting. You can start
a cold or hot engine as follows:
With your foot off the accelerator pedal,
crank the engine by turning the key to
“START”. Release it when the engine
starts.
Engine should be warmed up by driving,
not in idle. For warming up, drive with
smoothly turning engine until engine cool-
ant temperature is within normal range.
If the engine stalls...
Simply restart it, using the correct proce-
dure given in normal starting.
If the engine will not start...
See “If your vehicle will not start” on page
212 in Section 4.
Before starting the engine How to start the engine—
(a) Before cranking
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Make sure your coolant is properly pro-
tected against freezing.
Your coolant must contain ethylene−glycol
type coolant for a proper corrosion
protection of aluminum components. Use
“Toyota Genuine Long Life Coolant” or
equivalent.
See page 260 in Section 7 −2 for details
about coolant type selection.
NOTICE
Do not use alcohol type antifreeze or
plain water alone.
When it is extremely cold, we recommend
to use 60% solution for your Toyota, to
provide protection down to about −50 C
( − 58 F). Do not use more than 70% solu-
tion for better coolant performance.
Check the condition of the battery and
cables.
Cold temperatures reduce the capacity of
any battery, so it must be in top shape
to provide enough power for winter start-
ing. Section 7 −3 tells you how to visually
inspect the battery. Your Toyota dealer
and most service stations will be pleased
to check the level of charge. Make sure the engine oil viscosity is
suitable for the cold weather.
See page 258 in Sec t i on 7
−2 for recom-
mended viscosity. Leaving a heavy sum-
mer oil in your vehicle during winter
months may cause harder starting. If you
are not sure about which oil to use, call
your Toyota dealer–he will be pleased to
help.
Keep the door locks from freezing.
Squirt lock de −icer or glycerine into the
locks to keep them from freezing. To open
a frozen lock, try heating the key before
inserting it.
Use a washer fluid containing an anti-
freeze solution.
This product is available at your Toyota
dealer and most auto parts stores. Follow
the manufacturer ’s directions for how
much to mix with water.
NOTICE
Do not use engine antifreeze or any
other substitute because it may dam-
age your vehicle’s paint.
Do not use your parking brake when
there is a possibility it could freeze.
When parking, put the transmission into
“P” (automatic) or into first or reverse
(manual) and block the rear wheels. Do
not use the parking brake, or snow or
water accumulated in and around the
parking brake mechanism may freeze,
making it hard to release.
Keep ice and snow from accumulating
under the fenders.
Ice and snow built up under your fenders
can make steering difficult. During bad
winter driving, stop and check under the
fenders occasionally.
Depending on where you are driving,
we recommend you carry some emer-
gency equipment.
Some of the things you might put in the
vehicle are tire chains, window scraper,
bag of sand or salt, flares, small shovel,
jumper cables, etc.
NOTICE
Do not use window scraper or deicer
when the plastic resin moon roof is
heavily coated with frost or ice. The
plastic resin moon roof is easily dam-
aged.
Winter driving tips