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Exhaust system
If you notice any change in the sound of
the exhaust or smell exhaust fumes, have
the cause located and corrected immedi-
ately. (See “Engine exhaust cautions” on
page 178 in Section 2.)
INSIDE THE VEHICLE
Items listed below should be checked
regularly, e.g. while performing periodic
services, cleaning the vehicle, etc.
Lights
Make sure the headlights, stop lights, tail
lights, turn signal lights, and other lights
are all working. Check headlight aim.
Service reminder indicators and warning
buzzers
Check that all service reminder indicators
and warning buzzers function properly.
Steering wheel
Be alert for changes in steering condition,
such as hard steering or strange noise.Seats
Check that all front seat controls such as
seat adjusters, seatback recliner, etc. op-
erate smoothly and that all latches lock
securely in any position. Check that the
head restraints move up and down
smoothly and that the locks hold securely
in any latched position. For folding
−down
rear seatbacks, check that the latches
lock securely.
Seat belts
Check that the seat belt system such as
buckles, retractors and anchors operate
properly and smoothly. Make sure that the
belt webbings are not cut, frayed, worn or
damaged.
Accelerator pedal
Check the pedal for smooth operation and
uneven pedal effort or catching.
Clutch pedal
Check the pedal for smooth operation.
Brake pedal
Check the pedal for smooth operation and
that the pedal has the proper clearance.
Check the brake booster function.
Brakes
In a safe place, check that the brakes do
not pull to one side when applied. Parking brake
Check that the lever has the proper travel
and that, on a safe incline, your vehicle
is held securely with only the parking
brake applied.
Automatic transmission “Park” mecha-
nism
Check the lock release button of the se-
lector lever for proper and smooth opera-
tion. On a safe incline, check that your
vehicle is held securely with the selector
lever in “P” position and all brakes re-
leased.
OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE
Items listed below should be performed
from time to time, unless otherwise
specified.
Fluid leaks
Check underneath for leaking fuel, oil, wa-
ter or other fluid after the vehicle has
been parked for a while. If you smell fuel
fumes or notice any leak, have the cause
found and corrected immediately.
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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.
This must be observed on compact spare
tire, too.
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
Do not use wheels other than the
manufacturer ’s recommended size, as
this may cause dangerous handling
characteristics resulting in loss of
control. Otherwise, an accident may
occur resulting in death or serious
injuries.
Initial adjustment of the tire pressure
warning system is necessary after you
have replaced your wheels. See “Tire
pressure warning system” on page 126
in Section 1 7.
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 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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If the new fuse immediately blows out,
there is a problem with the electrical sys-
tem. Have your Toyota dealer correct it as
soon as possible.
CAUTION
Never use a fuse with a higher am-
perage rating, or any other object, in
place of a fuse. This may cause ex-
tensive damage and possibly a fire.
For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.—If any
washer does not work, the washer tank
may be empty. Check the washer fluid
level on the level gauge. If the washer
fluid level is at “LOW”, add washer
fluid.
For vehicles sold in Canada—If any
washer does not work or the low wind-
shield washer fluid level warning light
comes on, the washer tank may be
empty. Add washer fluid.You may use plain water as washer fluid.
However, in cold areas where tempera-
tures range below the freezing point, use
washer fluid containing antifreeze. 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.
Adding washer fluid
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Instrument panel
Fuses (type A)1. FOG 15 A: Front fog lights
2. HEAD LH UPR 10 A: Left−hand head-
light (high beam)
3. HEAD RH UPR 10 A: Right−hand
headlight (high beam), high beam indi-
cator light
4. SPARE 30 A: Spare fuse
5. SPARE 15 A: Spare fuse
6. SPARE 10 A: Spare fuse
7. ETCS 10 A (1ZZ FE engine): Electron-
ic throttle control system
8. AMP 30 A: Car audio system 9. MAIN 30 A:
Starting system, “AM2”
fuse
10. DOME 15 A: Car audio system, clock,
personal lights, interior light, trunk light,
open door warning light, wireless re-
mote control system
11. HORN 10 A: Horn
12. HAZARD 10 A: Emergency flashers ,
turn signal lights
13. EFI 20 A (1ZZ FE engine) or EFI 15 A (2ZZ GE engine): Multiport fuel in-
jection system/sequential multiport fuel
injection system, emission control sys-
tem, “EFI2” fuse
14. ALT S 5 A: Charging system
15. HEAD LH LWR 10 A: Left−hand head-
light (low beam)
16. HEAD RH LWR 10 A: Right−hand
headlight (low beam)
17. EFI2 15 A (1ZZ FE engine): Multiport
fuel injection system/ sequential multi-
port fuel injection system, emission
control system
18. TAIL 15 A: Tail lights, license plate
lights, instrument panel lights , instru-
ment cluster lights
19. OBD 7.5 A: On−board diagnosis sys-
tem 20. P/W 30 A:
No circuit
21. WIPER 25 A: Windshield wipers
22. AM2 15 A: Charging system, multiport
fuel injection system/sequential multi-
port fuel injection system, starting sys-
tem, SRS airbag system
23. STOP 15 A: Stop lights, high mounted
stoplight, anti −lock brake system, shift
lock control system, multiport fuel in-
jection system/sequential multiport fuel
injection system, cruise control system
24. DOOR 25 A: Power door lock system
25. AM1 25 A: “CIG” fuse
26. ECU IG 10 A: Electric cooling fan,
anti −lock brake system, vehicle stability
control system, traction control system,
brake assist system, shift lock control
system, cruise control system
27. RR WIPER 15 A: No circuit
28. A/C 10 A: Air conditioning system
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9. INV 15 A: No circuit
30. P/POINT 15 A: Power outlet (in the
rear console box)
31. ECU B 10 A: Daytime running light
system