2008 TOYOTA SOLARA back up lights

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LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH KEY
Insert the key into the keyhole and turn
it.
To lock: Turn the key forward.
To unlock: Turn the key backward.
Passenger ’s door locks simultaneously
with the driver ’s door. Turning the key
once will unlock the driver’s door and
twice in succession will unlock passen-
ger ’s door.Coupe—When unlocking a door when both
doors are locked, the interior light and
engine switch light will come on and re-
main on for about 15 seconds before fad-
ing out. (For further information, see “Inte-
rior light” on page 123 and “Engine
(ignition) switch light and quarter trim
courtesy light” on page 124 in Section
1
−5.)
Convertible—When unlocking a door when
both doors are locked, the engine switch
light, quarter trim courtesy light and per-
sonal lights will come on and remain on
for about 15 seconds before fading out.
(For further information, see “Engine (igni-
tion) switch light and quarter trim courtesy
light” on page 124 and “Personal lights”
on page 125 in Section 1 −5.)LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH
INSIDE LOCK KNOB
Move the lock knob.
To lock: Push the knob forward.
To unlock: Pull the knob backward.
The doors can be opened by pulling the
inside handle even if the lock knobs are
in the locked position.
Side doors—

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HighLow beams—For high beams, turn
the headlights on and push the lever away
from you (position 1). Pull the lever to-
ward you (position 2) for low beams.
The headlight high beam indicator light
(blue light) on the instrument panel will
tell you that the high beams are on.
Flashing the high beam headlights
(position 3)—Pull the lever all the way
back. The high beam headlights turn off
when you release the lever.
You can flash the high beam headlights
even when the headlights are off.TURN SIGNALS
To signal a turn, push the headlight/
turn signal lever up or down to position
1.
The engine switch must be in the “ON”
position.
The lever automatically returns after you
make a turn, but you may have to return
it by hand after you change lanes.
To signal a lane change, move the lever
up or down to the pressure point (position
2) and hold it. If the turn signal indicator lights (green
lights) on the instrument panel flash faster
than normal, a front or rear turn signal
bulb is burned out. See “Replacing light
bulbs” on page 364 in Section 7
−3.

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Position 2 or position 3 with the head-
lights on—
The lights automatically turn off after 30
seconds when any of the doors or trunk
lid is opened and closed with the engine
switch in the “ACC” or “LOCK” position.
If you want to turn off the lights immedi-
ately, push the lock button on the wireless
remote control transmitter twice. The lights
also can be turned off immediately by
pushing the lock button on the wireless
remote control transmitter with all the
doors locked and the trunk lid closed.
If any of the doors or trunk lid is kept
open, the lights automatically turn off after
20 minutes.
To turn on the lights again, turn the en-
gine switch to the “ON” position or actuate
the headlight switch. If you are going to
park for over one week, make sure the
headlight switch is off.
NOTICE
To prevent the battery from becoming
discharged, do not leave the lights on
for a long period when the engine is
not running.
Daytime running light (DRL) system
The Daytime Running Light (DRL) system
can make it easier for others to see the
front of your vehicle during the day. The
DRL system can be helpful in many differ-
ent driving conditions, but they can be
especially helpful in the short periods after
dawn and before sunset.
The DRL system will make your headlights
come on at a reduced brightness when:
The ignition is on with the engine run-
ning.
The headlight switch is off.
The parking brake is released.
To turn on the other exterior lights and
instrument panel lights, twist the knob to
the position 1.
Twist the knob to the position 2 to turn
the headlights to full intensity for night
driving.HighLow beams— For high beams, turn
the headlights on and push the lever away
from you (position 1). Pull the lever to-
ward you (position 2) for low beams.
The headlight high beam indicator light
(blue light) on the instrument panel will
tell you that the high beams are on.
Flashing the high beam headlights
(position 3)—Pull the lever all the way
back. The high beam headlights turn off
when you release the lever.
You can flash the high beam headlights
with the knob turned to “OFF”.

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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 and
length.
3. Adjust the inside and outside rear view mirrors.
4. Lock all doors.
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 engine
switch 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
300 in Section 4.
Before starting the engine H o w to st art th e en g in e—
(a) Before cranking
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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 262 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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Light bulbsBulbNo.WTy p e
Headlights (low) With discharge
headlights
Without
discharge
headlights
—
35
55A
B
Headlights
(high beam)—65C
Front fog lights—55B
Parking, front
side marker and
front turn signal
lights
3457NA30/8E
Rear turn signal
lightsT20NA21E
Back −up lights92116D
License plate
lights1943.8D
High mounted
stoplight (coupe)92117.9D
Personal lights
(coupe)—5D
Light bulbsBulb
No.WTy p e
Personal lights
(convertible)—8F
Interior light—8G
Vanity lights
(coupe)—1.4G
Vanity lights
(convertible)—1.5F
Glove box light—1.2D
Quarter trim
courtesy light1943.8F
Trunk light
(coupe)28255D
Trunk light
(convertible)—3.8D
A: D4S discharge bulbs
B: H11 halogen bulbs
C: HIR1 halogen bulbs
D: Wedge base bulbs (clear)
E: Wedge base bulb (amber)
F: Single end bulbs
G: Double end bulbs
1. Open the hood. Turn the bulb cover counterclockwise and remove it.
—Low beam headlights
(except discharge headlights)

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If either the left or right front fog, park-
ing, front side marker, front turn signal
and backup lights burns out, contact
your Toyota dealer.
NOTICE
Do not try to replace the front fog,
parking, front side marker and front
turn signal light bulbs by yourself.
You may damage the vehicle.
—Front fog, parking, front
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32. TAIL 10 A: Tail lights, parking lights,
license plate lights, front fog lights,
multiport fuel injection system/sequen-
tial multiport fuel injection system
33. PANEL 10 A: Glove box light, multi −in-
formation display, instrument cluster
lights, instrument panel lights
34. ECUIG 10 A: SRS airbag system,
anti −lock brake system, vehicle stability
control system, traction control system,
brake assist system, compass, anti −
glare inside rear view mirror, electric
moon roof, power windows, multiplex
communication system
35. HTR 10 A: Air conditioning system,
rear window defogger, outside rear
view mirror defoggers
36. WASH 15 A: Windshield washer
37. S/HTR 20 A: Seat heaters
38. GAUGE1 10 A: Gauges and meters,
multi −information display, shift lock con-
trol system, turn signal lights, back −up
lights, cruise control system, charging
system, theft deterrent system, auto-
matic transmission
39. WIP 25 A: Windshield wipers
40. RAD1 20 A: Audio system 41. ECUB 10 A:
Multiplex communication
system (power door lock system, secu-
rity system, auto −door locking system,
automatic light control system, head-
light delay off system, tail light auto
cut system, illuminated entry system,
daytime running light system, wireless
remote control system), air conditioning
system, front passenger occupant clas-
sification system, gauges and meters,
vehicle stability control system
42. DOME 7.5 A: Engine switch light, inte-
rior light, personal lights, trunk light,
vanity lights, wireless remote control
system, multi −information display
43. ECU ACC 7.5 A: Power rear view mir-
rors, multi −information display, gauges
and meters, automatic transmission,
multiplex communication system
44. CIG 15 A: Power outlet
45. P/POINT 15 A: Power outlet
46. RAD2 10 A: Audio system
47. MIR HTR 10 A: Outside rear view mir-
ror defoggers, multiport fuel injection
system/se quential multiport fuel injec-
tion system Fuses (type C)
48. MAIN 40 A: Headlights, daytime run-
ning light system, multiport fuel injec-
tion system/sequential multiport fuel in-
jection system, “HEAD LH LWR”,
“HEAD RH LWR”, “HEAD LH UPR”,
“HEAD RH UPR” and “DRL” fuses
49. ABS No.1 50 A: Anti−lock brake sys-
tem, vehicle stability control system,
traction control system, brake assist
system
50. CDS 30 A: Electric cooling fan
51. RDI 30 A: Electric cooling fan
52. HTR 50 A: Air conditioning system
53. TSK 30 A (convertible): Convertible
top control system, quarter windows
54. PWR 30 A: Side power windows
55. P/SEAT 30 A: Power
seats
Fuses (type D)
56. ALT 120 A: “HEAD LH LWR”, “HEAD
RH LWR”, “DRL”, “A/C”, “AM2”, “HEAD
LH UPR”, “HEAD RH UPR”, “ALT −S”,
“IGN”, “IG2”, “DOOR1”, “EFI”, “HORN”,
“D.C.C”, “A/F”, “ABS No.2”, “ETCS”,
“HAZ”, “DEF”, “MAIN”, “ABS No.1”,
“CDS”, “RDI” and “HTR (50 A)” fuses
57. DEF 40 A: Rear window defogger, out-
side rear view mirror defoggers