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Ti r e relat ed ter mMeaning
Cold tire inflation pressure
tire inflation pressure when the vehicle has been parked for at least 3
hours or more, or it has not been driven more than 1.5 km or 1 mile
under that condition
Maximum inflation pressurethe maximum cold inflation pressure to which a tire may be inflated and it
is shown on the sidewall of the tire
Recommended inflation pressurecold tire inflation pressure recommended by a manufacturer
Accessory weight
the combined weight (in excess of those standard items which may be
replaced) of automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power
windows, power seats, radio, and heater, to the extent that these items
are available as factory −installed equipment (whether installed or not)
Curb weight
the weight of a motor vehicle wi th standard equipment including the
maximum capacity of fuel, oil, and coolant, and, if so equipped, air
conditioning and additional weight optional engine
Maximum loaded vehicle weight
t he sum of —
(a) curb weight;
(b) accessory weight;
(c) vehicle capacity weight; and
(d) production options weight
Normal occupant weight68 kg (150 lb.) times the number of occupants specified in the second
column of Table 1 that follows
Occupant distributiondistribution of occupants in a vehicle as specified in the third column of Table
1 that follows
—Glossary of tire terminology
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Improving fuel economy is easy—just take
it easy. It will help make your vehicle last
longer, too. Here are some specific tips
on how to save money on both fuel and
repairs:
Keep your tires inflated at the cor-
rect pressure. Underinflation causes
tire wear and wastes fuel. See page
349 in Section 7 −2 for instructions.
Do not carry unneeded weight in
your vehicle. Excess weight puts a
heavier load on the engine, causing
greater fuel consumption.
Avoid lengthy warm up idling. Once
the engine is running smoothly, begin
driving—but gently. Remember, howev-
er, that on cold winter days this may
take a little longer.
Put the selector lever into the “D”
when engine brake is not required.
Driving without the “D” position will re-
duce the fuel economy. (For details,
see “Automatic transmission” on page
146 in Section 1 −7.)
Accelerate slowly and smoothly.
Avoid jackrabbit starts. Get into high
gear as quickly as possible.
Avoid long engine idling. If you have
a long wait and you are not in traffic,
it is better to turn off the engine and
start again later.
Avoid engine lugging or over rev-
ving. Use a gear position suitable for
the road on which you are traveling.
Avoid continuous speeding up and
slowing down. Stop−and− go driving
wastes fuel.
Avoid unnecessary stopping and
braking. Maintain a steady pace. Try
to time the traffic signals so you only
need to stop as little as possible or
take advantage of through streets to
avoid traffic lights. Keep a proper dis-
tance from other vehicles to avoid sud-
den braking. This will also reduce wear
on your brakes.
Avoid heavy traffic or traffic jams
whenever possible.
Do not rest your foot on the clutch
or brake pedal. This causes premature
wear, overheating and poor fuel econo-
my.
Maintain a moderate speed on high-
ways. The faster you drive, the greater
the fuel consumption. By reducing your
speed, you will cut down on fuel con-
sumption.
Keep the front wheels in proper
alignment. Avoid hitting the curb and
slow down on rough roads. Improper
alignment not only causes faster tire
wear but also puts an extra load on
the engine, which, in turn, wastes fuel.
Keep the bottom of your vehicle free
from mud, etc. This not only lessens
weight but also helps prevent corro-
sion.
Keep your vehicle tuned up and in
top shape. A dirty air cleaner, improp-
er valve clearance, dirty plugs, dirty oil
and grease, brakes not adjusted, etc.
all lower engine performance and con-
tribute to poor fuel economy. For longer
life of all parts and lower operating
costs, keep all maintenance work on
schedule, and if you often drive under
severe conditions, see that your vehicle
receives more frequent maintenance.
(For scheduled maintenance informa-
tion, please refer to the “Scheduled
Maintenance Guide” or “Owner ’s Manu-
al Supplement”.)
How to save fuel and make
your vehicle last longer
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Convertible—Spray water on the side win-
dows or top seals from above, at a 45
angle to the ground.
NOTICE
Convertible—Do not spray water at
side windows and top seals in a way
which may cause water to enter the
vehicle.
2. Wash with a mild car −wash soap,
mixed according to the manufacturer’s
instructions. Use a soft cotton mitt and
keep it wet by dipping it frequently into
the wash water. Do not rub hard—let
the soap and water remove the dirt.
Fuel filler door: Do not apply water (high −
pressure car wash, for example) at or
near the fuel tank inlet with the fuel filler
door opened. If the water enters the air
vent, you may experience trouble with re-
fueling or rough engine idling.
Plastic wheel ornaments: The plastic
wheel ornaments are damaged easily by
organic substances. If any organic sub-
stances splash an ornament, be sure to
wash them off with water and check if the
ornament is damaged.
Aluminum wheels: Use only a mild soap
or neutral detergent.NOTICE
Do not use corrosive chemical
based cleaners on your wheels.
(Example: hydrofluoric acid)
Do not use steam cleaners or the
chemicals therein to clean your
wheels.
Do not use scouring pads, wire
brushes, or coarse abrasives to
clean your wheels.
Do not use alcohol, solvents, gaso-
line, or other non neutral deter-
gents, because they may alter the
wheel’s appearance and resistance
to corrosion.
Plastic bumpers: Wash carefully. Do not
scrub with abrasive cleaners. The bumper
faces are soft.
Exterior lights: Wash carefully. Do not use
organic substances or scrub them with a
hard brush. This may damage the sur-
faces of the lights.
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5. After completing the tire inflationpressure measurement and ad-
justment, apply soapy water to the
valve and check for leakage.
6. Install the tire valve cap.
If a gauge and air pump are not avail-
able, have your vehicle checked by
your Toyota dealer.
CAUTION
Be sure to reinstall the tire valve
caps. Without the valve caps, dirt
or moisture could get into the
valve core and cause air leakage.
If the caps have been lost, have
new ones put on as soon as pos-
sible.
Incorrect tire infl ation pressure may
waste fuel, reduce the comfort of driv-
ing, reduce tire life and make your ve-
hicle less safe to drive.
If a tire frequently needs refilling,
have it checked by your Toyota deal-
er.
CAUTION
Keep your tires properly inflated.
Otherwise, the following condi-
tions may occur and cause an ac-
cident resulting in death or seri-
ous injuries.
Low tire pressure ( underinfla-
tion)—
Excessive wear
Uneven wear
Poor handling
Possibility of blowouts from an
overheated tire
Poor sealing of the tire bead
Wheel deformation and/or tire
separation
A greater possibility of tire
damage from road hazards
High tire pressure (overinfla-
tion)—
Poor handling
Excessive wear
Uneven wear
A greater possibility of tire
damage from road hazards
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JackLocation 307 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Jack, Audio
AUX 181 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Jump starting 301 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
K
Key reminder buzzer 133
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Keys 12,320
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Light bulbs
Back −up light 370 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front fog light 370 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front side marker light 370 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front turn signal light 370 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Headlight 365,367 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
High mounted stoplight 369 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
License plate lights 369 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parking light 370 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear turn signal light 368 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Light bulbs, Replacing 364 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Light, Interior
Ignition switch light 124 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Interior light 123 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Personal light 125 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Quarter trim courtesy light 124 . . . . . . . . . . .
Load capacity 284 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lock
Internal trunk release handle 29 . . . . . . . . .
Side doors 21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Steering column 144 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Trunk lid 28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Low engine oil pressure
warning light 133 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Low fuel level warning light 133 . . . . . . . . . . . .
Low tire pressure warning light 155 . . . . . . . . .
Low windshield washer fluid level
warning light 133 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Luggage security system 28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Maintenance
Do −it−yourself maintenance 338 . . . . . . . . .
Does your vehicle need repairing? 333 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General maintenance 331 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance requirements 330 . . . . . . . . . .
Parts and tools 341 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Where to go for service 330 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Malfunction indicator lamp 334 . . . . . . . . . . . .
Malfunction indicator lamp
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) programs 133 . . . . . . .
Service reminder indicator 133 . . . . . . . . . .
Manual air conditioning system 220 . . . . . . . .
Manual transmission
Driving with a manual transmission 150 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shift pattern 150 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shifting speed 150 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Maximum allowable speed
Automatic transmission 146 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Manual transmission 150 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mirror
Anti −glare inside rear view 110
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Auto anti −glare inside rear view 111 . . . . . .
Mirrors
Outside rear view 109
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Power rear view 110
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Vanity 113
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Moon roof 34
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Multi −information displays 238
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New vehicle break −in 258 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Odometer 131
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Oil
Consumption 263
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Power steering 348
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Viscosity and grade 344
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Oil consumption 263
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Open door warning light 133
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Operation in foreign countries 260
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Outside temperature display 241
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Overheating, Engine 304
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Overheating, Engine coolant 130
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Overview
Engine compartment 336
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Part No. 01999-33810
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Quick index
If a service reminder indicator or warning buzzer comes on 133 . . . . . . . . . . .
If your vehicle will not start 300 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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If your engine stalls while driving 303 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If your vehicle overheats 304 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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If you have a flat tire 305 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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If your vehicle needs to be towed 315 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tips for driving during break −in period 258 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
How to start the engine 290 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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General maintenance 331 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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Gas station information
Fuel type:
UNLEADED gasoline, Octane Rating 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or
higher
See page 258 for detailed information.
Fuel tank capacity:
70 L (18.5 gal., 15.4 Imp. gal.)
Engine oil:
ILSAC multigrade engine oil is recommended.
See page 345 for detailed information.
Tire information: See pages 349 through 358.
Tire inflation pressure: See page 377.
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