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11. Check the air pressure of the re-placed tire.
Adjust the air pressu re to the specifi-
cation designed on page 332 in Sec-
tion 8. If the pre ssure is lower, drive
slowly to the nearest service station
and fill to the correct pressure.
Do not forget to reinstall the tire infla-
tion valve cap as dirt and moisture
could get into th e valve core and
possibly cause air leakage. If the cap
is missing, have a new one put on as
soon as possible.
12.Restow all the tools, jack and flat tire securely.
As soon after changing wheels as
possible, tighten the wheel nuts to the
torque specified on page 332 in Sec-
tion 8 with a torque wrench. Have a
technician repair the flat tire and re-
place the spare tire with it.
Initial adjustment of the tire pres-
sure warning system is necessary
after you have rotated your tires.
See “Tire pressure warning sys-
tem” on page 151 in Section 1 7.CAUTION
Before driving, make sure all the
tools, jack and flat tire are se-
curely in place in their storage
location to reduce the possibility
of personal injury during a colli-
sion or sudden braking.
If your vehicle becomes stuck in snow,
mud, sand, etc., then you may attempt
to rock the vehicle free by moving it
forward and backward.
Vehicles with traction control system—
Turn off the traction control system to
become unstuck to allow the tires to
spin enough to remove the vehicle from
the obstruction. (For details, see “Trac-
tion control system” on page 147 in
Section 1 7.)
CAUTION
Do not attempt to rock the vehicle
free by moving it forward and back-
ward if people or objects are any-
where near the vehicle. During the
rocking operation the vehicle may
suddenly move forward or backward
as it becomes unstuck, causing injury
or damage to nearby people or ob-
jects.
—After changing wheels If your vehicle becomes stuck
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Towing eyelet (on some models)
If towing is necessary, we recommend
you to have it done by your Toyota
dealer or a commercial tow truck ser-
vice.
Manual transmission models with tow-
ing eyelet—
If towing service is not available in an
emergency, your vehicle may be tempo-
rarily towed by a cable or chain se-
cured to one of the emergency towing
eyelets under the vehicle. Use extreme
caution when towing vehicles.
NOTICE
Only use specified towing eyelet;
otherwise your vehicle may be dam-
aged.
Vehicles with an automatic trans-
mission, never tow a vehicle from
the rear with four wheels on the
ground. This may cause serious
damage to the transmission.
A driver must be in the vehicle to steer
it and operate the brakes.
Towing in this manner may be done only
on hard− surfaced roads for a short dis-
tance and at low speeds. Also, the
wheels, axles, drive train, steering and
brakes must all be in good condition.
CAUTION
Use extreme caution when towing ve-
hicles. Avoid sudden starts or erratic
driving maneuvers which would place
excessive stress on the emergency
towing eyelets and towing cable or
chain. The eyelets and towing cable
or chain may break and cause serious
injury or damage.
NOTICE
Use only a cable or chain specifically
intended for use in towing vehicles.
Securely fasten the cable or chain to
the towing eyelets provided.
Before towing, release the parking brake
and put the transmission in neutral. The
key must be in “ACC” (engine off) or “ON”
(engine running).
CAUTION
If the engine is not running, the pow-
er assist for the brakes and steering
will not work so steering and braking
will be much harder than usual.
—Emergency towing
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3. From the rear seat, place one handon top of the rear seat head re-
straint. With the other hand, grasp
the edge of the convertible top at
the center and slowly raise the top
halfway.4. Move to the front seat, and graspthe handle underneath the convert-
ible top. Pull the top forward. Hold-
ing the convertible top against the
windshield frame, push the latch
handles fully forward until they are
hooked.
Visually check that the latch handles are
fully seated in the strikers. Also, pull on
the convertible top side rails to make sure
the top is securely hooked. You can purchase a new key at your
Toyota dealer if you can give them the
key number. If your vehicle is equipped
with the engine immobilizer system, the
dealer will also need your master key.
Even if you lose only one key, contact
your Toyota dealer to make a new key. If
you lose all your master keys, you cannot
make new keys; the whole engine immobi-
lizer system must be replaced.
See the suggestion given in “Keys” on
page 12 in Section 1
−2.
If your keys are locked in the vehicle and
you cannot get a duplicate, many Toyota
dealers can still open the door for you,
using their special tools. If you must
break a window to get in, we suggest
breaking the smallest side window be-
cause it is the least expensive to replace.
Be extremely cautious to avoid cuts from
the glass.
If you lose your keys
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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 226 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 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.
Doors and engine hood
Check that all doors including trunk lid
operate smoothly and all latches lock se-
curely. Make sure the engine hood sec-
ondary latch secures the hood from open-
ing when the primary latch is released.
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Instrument panel
Fuses (type A)1. HEAD LH LWR 15 A: Left−hand head-
light (low beam)
2. HEAD RH LWR 15 A: Right−hand
headlight (low beam)
3. DRL 5 A: Daytime running light system
4. A/C 10 A: Air conditioning system
5. SPARE 10 A: Spare fuse
6. SPARE 15 A: Spare fuse
7. SPARE 5 A: Spare fuse
8. AM2 30 A: Starting system, “IGN” and
“IG2” fuses 9. HEAD LH UPR 10 A:
Left−hand head-
light (high beam)
10. HEAD RH UPR 10 A: Right−hand
headlight (high beam)
11. ALT S 5 A: Charging system
12. IGN 15 A: Ignition system, multi −infor-
mation display
13. IG2 10 A: Multiport fuel injection sys-
tem/sequential multiport fuel injection
system, SRS airbag system, cruise
control system, gauges and meters,
front passenger occupant classification
system
14. DOOR1 25 A: Multiplex communication
system (power door lock system, auto −
door locking system, wireless remote
control system)
15. EFI 20 A: Multiport fuel injection sys-
tem/sequential multiport fuel injection
system, emission control system
16. HORN 10 A: Horns
17. D.C.C 30 A: “ECU−B”, “RAD1” and
“DOME” fuses
18. A/F 25 A: Multiport fuel injection sys-
tem/sequential multiport fuel injection
system 19. ABS No.2 25 A:
Anti−lock brake sys-
tem, vehicle stability control system,
traction control system, brake assist
system
20. ETCS 10 A: Multiport fuel injection
system/s equential multiport fuel injec-
tion system
21. HAZ 15 A: Emergency flashers
Fuses (type B)
22. P/W No.2 7.5 A (convertible): Side power windows
23. FOG 10 A: Front fog lights
24. OBD 7.5 A: On−board diagnosis sys-
tem
25. AMP 25 A: Audio system
26. STOP 15 A: Stop lights, high mounted
stoplight, anti −lock brake system, shift
lock control system, vehicle stability
control system, multiport fuel injection
system/s equential multiport fuel injec-
tion system
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7. AM1 7.5 A: Starting system
28. P/W 25 A: Power windows
29. S/ROOF 25 A: Electric moon roof
30. TAIL 10 A: Tail lights, parking lights,
license plate lights, front fog lights,
multiport fuel injection system/sequen-
tial multiport fuel injection system