2004 TOYOTA MR2 SPYDER brake

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When leaving the vehicle, stop the
engine and park the vehicle with
the gear engaged. In case you need
to leave the vehicle with the engine
running, apply the parking brakes
firmly, and shift the selector lever
in the “N” position. When the driv-
er’s door is opened with the selec-
tor lever in the “S” position while
stopping with the engine running,
warning buzzer (long pulse sound)
will sound. 10 seconds later, the
“N” indicator in the instrument
cluster will also flash, and the sys-
tem will automatically shift the
transmission gear to the neutral
gear position. If this happens on a
hill when starting off the vehicle,
the vehicle may move unexpectedly
and cause an accident.NOTICE
Do not hold or stop the vehicle on
a hill with the accelerator pedal ap-
plied. Otherwise, the warning buzz-
er (long pulse sound) will sound,
and in some cases the engine will
stall. It will also cause excessive
damage to the clutch.
 If the selector lever is operated
more than necessary, the system
may not allow operation of the se-
lector lever for a certain period of
time, and the gear may not be
shifted appropriately. Therefore, do
not operate the selector lever if not
necessary.
(i) Parking
Unlike the automatic transmission, the se-
quential manual transmission does not
have a parking position. The vehicle can
be parked with the selector lever in any
position. Apply the parking brake firmly,
and while depressing the brake pedal,
shift the selector lever into the “R” posi-
tion on a level or downhill, and into the
“S(1)” position on an uphill.
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1: Uphill
2: Level or downhill
To stop the engine:
Check the transmission gear position by
the gear position indicator, then turn the
ignition switch off to stop the engine. Re-
lease the brake pedal after a few sec-
onds. The selector lever will be locked in
the position just before the ignition switch
was turned off.
You can check the gear position by the
gear position indicator within 5 seconds
after turning the ignition switch off.

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CAUTION
In case the gear shift is not com-
pleted before the ignition switch is
turned off, the gear may not be en-
gaged properly preventing the vehicle
from parking with gear. When park-
ing, always confirm the gear position
by the gear position indicator. On a
level surface or a downhill, the gear
should be put in reverse, and in the
1st on an uphill. Otherwise, the ve-
hicle may move, and cause an unex-
pected accident. If the gear is left in
the neutral gear position, the vehicle
can not be parked with the gear en-
gaged.
(j) Cancel from parking with gear
Depress the brake pedal, and turn the
ignition switch to the “ON” position. The
selector lever lock will be released.
Then, shift the selector lever to the “N”
position. The gear will be disengaged.
(k) Warning Functions
A warning buzzer will sound or the indica-
tor will flash under the following condi-
tions:Warning buzzer (long pulse sound)
It may sound when the selector lever
is shifted to the “S” or “R” position
while racing the engine.
The clutch is heated with excessive
load.
The ignition switch is turned to the
“OFF” position with the gear in 2nd or
either 3rd, 4th, 5th or 6th.
In this case, turn the ignition switch to the
“ON” position once and shift the selector
lever to the “S” or “R” position, then turn
the ignition switch to “OFF” position.
During a stop, the driver ’s door is
opened with the selector lever in the
“S” position while the engine is run-
ning.
Warning buzzer (short pulse sound)
The transmission is shifted down to a
gear where the engine is over −revving.
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“N” indicator flashing
The selector lever is shifted to the “R”
position while the vehicle speed is over
3 km/h (2 mph).
The selector lever is shifted to the “S”
from “R” position while backing up with
the vehicle speed over 8 km/h (5 mph).
The selector lever is operated exces-
sively and continuously, then shifted to
the “S” or “R” position.
In this case, shift the selector lever to the
“N” position once, and wait for a few sec-
onds, shift the selector lever again to the
“S” or “R” position.

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The selector lever is shifted from the
“N” position to the “S” or “R” position
soon after starting the engine.
In this case, shift the selector lever to the
“N” position once, and after a few sec-
onds, shift the selector lever again to the
“S” or “R” position.
When the selector lever is shifted to
the “S” position while starting the en-
gine, the selector lever position and
the gear position do not match.
In this case, shift the selector lever to the
“N” position once and confirm that the
engine has started. Then, shift the selec-
tor lever to the “S” or “R” position.
At the same time when turning the igni-
tion switch to the “ON” position and
shifting the selector lever from the “N”
position to the “S” or “R” position.
In this case, shift the selector lever to the
“N” position once, then shift the selector
lever again to the “S” or “R” position.
At the same time when turning the igni-
tion switch to the “OFF” position and
shifting the selector lever from the “N”
to the “S” or “R” position. In this case, turn the ignition “ON” before
operate the shift lever. Shift the selector
lever to the “N” position once, then shift
the selector lever again to the “S” or “R”
position.
“N” indicator flashing and warning
buzzer (long pulse sound) beeping.
The system is re
−trying shift operation
from the “N” to “S” or “R” position due
to shift failure.
Stopping for more than 90 seconds
without depressing the brake pedal,
while the engine is running with the
selector lever in the “S” position.
10 seconds after the driver ’s door is
opened with the selector lever in the
“S” position while the engine is run-
ning.
Turn the ignition switch to the “OFF”
position and shift the selector lever
from the “N” to “S” position at the
same time.
If this condition lasts for a long time, shift
the selector lever to the “N” position once
and shift the selector lever again to the
“S” or “R” position.
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“1st” indicator blinking
At the same time when turning the igni-
tion switch to the “ON” position and
shifting the selector lever from the “S”
position to the “N” or “R” position.
At the same time when turning the igni-
tion switch to the “OFF” position and
shifting the selector lever from the “S”
to “N” position.
In this case, shift the selector lever to the
“S” position once, then shift the selector
lever again to the “N” position.

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“R” indicator blinking
At the same time when turning the igni-
tion switch to the “ON” position and
shifting the selector lever from the “R”
position to the “N” or “S” position.
At the same time when turning the igni-
tion switch to the “OFF” position and
shifting the selector lever from the “R”
to “N” position.
In this case, shift the selector lever to the
“R” position once, then shift the selector
lever again to the “N” position.
Manual transmission
SB16017c
The shift pattern is as shown above.
Press the clutch pedal down fully while
shifting, and then release it slowly. Do not
rest your foot on the pedal while driving,
because it will cause clutch trouble. Do
not use the clutch to hold the vehicle
when stopped on an uphill grade—use the
parking brake.
Recommended shifting speeds
The transmission is fully synchronized and
upshifting or downshifting is easy.
For the best compromise between fuel
economy and vehicle performance, you
should upshift or downshift at the following
speeds: gear
km/h (mph)
1 to 2 or 2 to 1 24 (15)
2 to 3 or 3 to 2 40 (25)
3 to 4 or 4 to 3 64 (40)
4 to 5 or 5 to 4 72 (45)
Downshift to the appropriate gear if accel-
eration is needed when you are cruising
below the above downshifting speeds.
Upshifting too soon or downshifting too
late will cause lugging, and possibly ping-
ing. Regularly revving the engine to maxi-
mum speed in each gear will cause ex-
cessive engine wear and high fuel
consumption.
Maximum allowable speeds
To get on a highway or to pass slower
traffic, maximum acceleration may be nec-
essary. Make sure you observe the follow-
ing maximum allowable speeds in each
gear: gear km/h (mph)
1 53 (33)
2 88 (55)
3 120 (75)
4 163 (101)

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NOTICE
Do not downshift if you are going
faster than the maximum allowable
speed for the next lower gear.
Good driving practice
If it is difficult to shift into reverse, put
the transmission in neutral, release the
clutch pedal momentarily, and then try
again.
CAUTION
Be careful when downshifting on a
slippery surface. Abrupt shifting
could cause the vehicle to spin or
skid.
NOTICE
Make sure the vehicle is completely
stopped before shifting into reverse.
Parking brake
SB16008
When parking, firmly apply the parking
brake to avoid inadvertent creeping.
To set: Pull up the lever. For better hold-
ing power, first depress the brake pedal
and hold it while setting the parking
brake.
To release: Pull up the lever slightly (1),
press the lock release button (2), and low-
er (3).
To remind you that the parking brake is
set, the parking brake reminder light in
the instrument panel remains on until you
release the parking brake.
CAUTION
Before driving, be sure the parking
brake is fully released and the park-
ing brake reminder light is off.

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If you need acceleration—for example,
when passing—depress the accelerator
pedal enough for the vehicle to exceed
the set speed. When you release it, the
vehicle will return to the speed set prior
to the acceleration.
CAUTION
While driving with the cruise control
on, do not shift to the “N” position,
as this may cause engine racing or
overrevving.
CANCELLING THE PRESET SPEED
You can cancel the preset speed by:a. Pulling the lever in the “CANCEL” direction and releasing it.
b. Depressing the brake pedal.
c. Shifting upward or downward.
d. Pushing “CRUISE ON −OFF” switch.
If the vehicle speed falls below about 40
km/h (25 mph), the preset speed will auto-
matically cancel out.
If the vehicle speed drops 16 km/h (10
mph) below the preset speed, the preset
speed will also automatically cancel out. If the preset speed automatically cancels
out other than for the above cases, have
your vehicle checked by your Toyota deal-
er at the earliest opportunity.
RESETTING TO A FASTER SPEED
Push the lever up in the “RES/ACC” direc-
tion and hold it. Release the lever when
the desired speed is attained. While the
lever is held upward, the vehicle will grad-
ually gain speed.
However, a faster way to reset is to ac-
celerate the vehicle and then push the
lever down in the “SET/COAST” direction.
RESETTING TO A SLOWER SPEED
Push the lever down in the “SET/COAST”
direction and hold it. Release the lever
when the desired speed is attained. While
the lever is held down, the vehicle speed
will gradually decrease.
However, a faster way to reset is to de-
press the brake pedal and then push the
lever down in the “SET/COAST” direction.
RESUMING THE PRESET SPEED
If the preset speed is cancelled by pulling
the control lever, by depressing the brake
pedal, or by shifting upward or downward
the selector lever, pushing the lever up in
the “RES/ACC” direction will restore the
speed set prior to cancellation.
However, once the vehicle speed falls be-
low about 40 km/h (25 mph), the preset
speed will not be resumed.
CRUISE CONTROL FAILURE WARNING
If the “CRUISE” indicator light in the
instrument cluster flashes when using the
cruise control, press the “CRUISE ON
−
OFF” button to turn the system off and
then press it again to turn it on.
If any of the following conditions then oc-
curs, there is some trouble in the cruise
control system.
The indicator light does not come on.
The indicator light flashes again.
The indicator light goes out after it
comes on.
If this is the case, contact your Toyota
dealer and have your vehicle inspected.

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INFORMATION BEFORE DRIVING YOUR
TOYOTA
Information before driving your Toyota
Break−in period 130
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Fuel 130
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Fuel pump shut off system 132
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Operation in foreign countries 132
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Three −way catalytic converter 132
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Engine exhaust cautions 133
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Facts about engine oil consumption 134
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Iridium −tipped spark plugs 135
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Brake system 135
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Brake pad wear limit indicators 138
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Limited −slip differential 139
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Your Toyota’s identification 139
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Theft prevention labels 140
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Suspension and chassis 140
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Tire information 141
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Vehicle load limits 149
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Cargo and luggage 149
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Types of tires 152
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SECTION 2

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IMPORTANCE OF ENGINE OIL LEVEL
CHECK
One of the most important points in prop-
er vehicle maintenance is to keep the en-
gine oil at the optimum level so that oil
function will not be impaired. Therefore, it
is essential that the oil level be checked
regularly. Toyota recommends that the oil
level be checked every time you refuel
the vehicle.
NOTICE
Failure to check the oil level regularly
could lead to serious engine trouble
due to insufficient oil.
For detailed information on oil level check,
see “Checking the engine oil level” on
page 208 in Section 7−2.
Iridiumtipped spark plugs
SB21011
Your engine is fitted with iridiumtipped
spark plugs.
NOTICE
Use only iridiumtipped spark plugs
and do not adjust gaps for your en-
gine performance and smooth drive-
ability.
Brake system
The tandem master cylinder brake system
is a hydraulic system with two separate
sub −systems. If either sub −system s hould
fail, the other will still work. However, the
pedal will be harder to press, and your
stopping distance will increase. Also, the
brake system warning light may come on.
CAUTION
Do not drive your vehicle with only a
single brake system. Have your
brakes fixed immediately.
BRAKE BOOSTER
The brake booster uses engine vacuum to
power −assist the brakes. If the engine
should quit while you are driving, you can
bring the vehicle to a stop with normal
pedal pressure. There is enough reserved
vacuum for one or two stops but no more!