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Before making these checks, make sure
you have followed the correct starting pro-
cedure given in “How to start the engine”
on page 290 in Section 3 and that you
have sufficient fuel. Also, check whether
the other keys will start the engine. If
they work, your key may be broken. Have
the key checked at your Toyota dealer. If
none of your keys work, there may be a
malfunction in the immobilizer system. Call
your Toyota dealer. (See “Keys” on page
12 in Section 1−2.)
If the engine is not turning over or is
turning over too slowly— 1. Check that the battery terminals are tight and clean.
2. If the battery terminals are O.K., switch on the interior light.
3. If the light is out, dim or goes out when the starter is cranked, the battery
is discharged. You may try jump start-
ing. See “(c) Jump starting” on page
301 for further instructions.
If the light is O.K., but the engine still will
not start, it needs adjustment or repair.
Call a Toyota dealer or qualified repair
shop.NOTICE
Do not pull or pushstart the ve-
hicle. It may damage the vehicle or
cause a collision when the engine
starts. Also the threeway catalytic
converter may overheat and become a
fire hazard.
If the engine turns over at its normal
speed but will not start—
1. Turn the engine switch to “ACC” or “LOCK” and try starting the engine
again.
2. If the engine will not start, the engine may be flooded because of repeated
cranking. See “(b) Starting a flooded
engine” on page 300 for further instruc-
tions.
3. If the engine still will not start, it needs adjustment or repair. Call a Toyota
dealer or qualified repair shop. If the engine will not start, your engine
may be flooded because of repeated
cranking.
If this happens, turn the engine switch to
“START” with the accelerator pedal fully
depressed. Keep the key and accelerator
pedal in these positions for 15 seconds
and release them. Then try starting the
engine with your foot off the accelerator
pedal.
If the engine does not start after 15 se-
conds of cranking, release the key, wait
a few minutes and try again.
If the engine still will not start, it needs
adjustment or repair. Call a Toyota dealer
or qualified repair shop for assistance.
NOTICE
Do not crank for more than 30 se-
conds at a time. This may overheat
the starter and wiring systems.
If your vehicle will not start—
(a) Simple checks
(b) Starting a flooded engine

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To avoid serious personal injury and
damage to your vehicle which might re-
sult from battery explosion, acid burns,
electrical burns, or damaged electronic
components, these instructions must be
followed precisely.
If you are unsure about how to follow this
procedure, we strongly recommend that
you seek the help of a competent me-
chanic or towing service.
CAUTION
Batteries contain sulfuric acid
which is poisonous and corrosive.
Wear protective safety glasses when
jump starting, and avoid spilling
acid on your skin, clothing, or ve-
hicle.
If you should accidentally get acid
on yourself or in your eyes, remove
any contaminated clothing and flush
the affected area with water imme-
diately. Then get immediate medical
attention. If possible, continue to
apply water with a sponge or cloth
while enroute to the medical office.
The gas normally produced by a
battery will explode if a flame or
spark is brought near. Use only
standardized jumper cables and do
not smoke or light a match while
jump starting.
NOTICE
The battery used for boosting must
be 12 V. Do not jump start unless you
are sure that the booster battery is
correct.
JUMP STARTING PROCEDURE1. If the booster battery is installed in another vehicle, make sure the vehicles
are not touching. Turn off all unneces-
sary lights and accessories.
When boosting, use the battery of
matching or higher quality. Any other
battery may be difficult to jump start
with.
If jump starting is difficult, charge the
battery for several minutes.
2. If required, remove all the vent plugs from the booster and discharged batter-
ies. Lay a cloth over the open vents
on the batteries. (This helps reduce the
explosion hazard, personal injuries and
burns.)
3. If the engine in the vehicle with the booster battery is not running, start it
and let it run for a few minutes. During
jump starting run the engine at about
2000 rpm with the accelerator pedal
lightly depressed.
(c) Jump starting

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Do not connect it to or near any part
that moves when the engine is
cranked.
CAUTION
When making the connections, to
avoid serious injury, do not lean over
the battery or accidentally let the
jumper cables or clamps touch any-
thing except the correct battery termi-
nals or the ground.
5. Start your engine in the normal way.After starting, run it at about 2000 rpm
for several minutes with the accelerator
pedal lightly depressed.
6. Carefully disconnect the cables in the exact reverse order: the negative cable
and then the positive cable.
7. Carefully dispose of the battery cover cloths—they may now contain sulfuric
acid.
8. If removed, replace all the battery vent plugs.
If the cause of your battery discharging is
not apparent (for example, lights left on),
you should have it checked at your Toyota
dealer. If the first start attempt is not success-
ful...
Check that the clamp on the jumper
cables are tight. Recharge the discharged
battery with the jumper cables connected
for several minutes and restart your en-
gine in the normal way.
If the another attempt is not successful,
the battery may be depleted. Have it ch-
ecked at your Toyota dealer.
If your engine stalls while driving...
1. Reduce your speed gradually, keeping a straight line. Move cautiously off the
road to a safe place.
2. Turn on your emergency flashers.
3. Turn the engine switch to “ACC” or “LOCK”, and try starting the engine
again.
If the engine will not start, see “If your
vehicle will not start” on page 300 in this
Section.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.
If your engine stalls while
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Console boxRear 253 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Controls, Instrument panel 2,7 . . . . . . . . . . . .
Controls, steering switches 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Convertible top
Convertible top 36 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If the convertible top does not rise or lower 319 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cooling system
Coolant level 346 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine overheating 304 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Radiator and reservoir 346 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Radiator cap 304 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Winter driving tips 293 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Corrosion prevention 322 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cruise control 163 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cruise information display 239 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cup holders 254 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
D
Defogger
Outside rear view mirror 127 . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear window 127
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Dimmer switch, Headlight 116,119
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Dinghy towing 294
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Directional signals 116,119
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Do −it−yourself maintenance
Parts and tools 341
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Service precautions 338
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Does your vehicle need repairing? 333 . . . . .
Doors
Side doors 21
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Driver ’s seat belt reminder buzzer 133 . . . . . .
Driver ’s seat belt reminder light 133 . . . . . . . . Driving
Automatic transmission 146
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Driving tips 290
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Manual transmission 150
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Driving in the rain 292
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Driving tips
Driving in the rain 292
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Driving tips in various conditions 291 . . . . .
Driving with a manual transmission 150
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Driving with an automatic transmission 146
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Economical driving 296
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Good driving practice 146,150
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Winter driving tips 293
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During
Break −in 258
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Economical driving
Saving money on both fuel and repairs 296 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electric moon roof 34 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electrical system
Battery 360,361 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuse locations 338 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuses 362 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Emergency flasher switch 122 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Emergency, In case of
Blown fuse 362 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Emergency flasher switch 122 . . . . . . . . . . .
Flat tire 305 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . If the convertible top does not rise
or lower 319 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If you cannot increase engine speed 304 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If you cannot shift automatic transmission selector lever 318 . . . . . . . .
If you lose your keys 320 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If you lose your wireless remote control transmitter 320 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If your engine stalls while driving 303 . . . . .
If your vehicle becomes stuck 315 . . . . . . .
If your vehicle needs to be towed 315 . . . . .
If your vehicle will not start 300 . . . . . . . . . .
Jump starting 301 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Overheating 304 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Towing 315 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Emissions Inspection and
Maintenance (I/M) programs 334 . . . . . . . . .
Engine
Before starting the engine 290 . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking the coolant level 346 . . . . . . . . . .
Emission control device 261 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine compartment 336 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Exhaust gas caution 262 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hood release 30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Identification number 269 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Oil consumption 263 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Oil level 344 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Overheating 304 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting procedure 290 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Three −way catalytic converter 261 . . . . . . .
Engine coolant
Temperature gauge 130 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Winter driving tips 293 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
M
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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N
New vehicle break −in 258 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
O
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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Parking brakeOperation 162 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reminder light 162 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Polishing 323 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Positioning a floor jack 340 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power outlet 246 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power rear view mirror control 110 . . . . . . . . .
Power steering
Fluid level 348 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power window switches 24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preloaders
(seat belt pretensioners) 58 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pretensioners (seat belt pretensioners) 58 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Protecting your Toyota from corrosion 322 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Q
Quarter trim courtesy light 124
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Quarter windows 24
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Radiator
Checking the radiator 347 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Coolant, Engine 346 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Radio 168 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear console box 253 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear seat
Fold −down 49 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rear view mirror
Anti −glare inside 110 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear view mirror, auto anti −glare
i n s i d e 111 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear view mirrors
Outside 109 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power 110 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear window and outside rear view
mirror defogger switch 127 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reporting safety defects for U.S.
owners 382 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Satellite radio controller 168
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Seat adjustment precautions
Front seats 45
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Seat belt extender 56
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Seat belts
Cleaning 327
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Fastening 52
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Seat belt precautions 52
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Seat belt pretensioners 58
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Seat heater switches 50
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Seating capacity 284
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Seats 44
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Service and maintenance 330
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Side door locks 21
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Side door locks
Automatic locking and unlocking functions 23
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Side doors 21
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Side doors
Automatic locking and unlocking functions 23
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233
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Side windows 24
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Spare fuse 362
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Spare tire 307
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Spark plugs
Iridium −tipped spark plugs 264
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Specifications 372
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SRS driver airbag and front
passenger airbag 61
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SRS side airbags 67
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SRS side airbags and curtain shield airbags 73
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SRS warning light 133
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Starting
Cold weather 290
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Engine 290
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Jump starting 301
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Steering
Adjusting steering wheel 108
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Steering switches overview 6
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Steering switches, Audio remote
control 180
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Storage box 255
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Sun visors 112
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Suspension and chassis 270
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Switch
Emergency flasher 122
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Engine 144
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Headlight, dimmer and turn signal 116,119
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Ignition 144
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Outside rear view mirror defogger 127
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Rear window defogger 127
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Windshield wiper and washer 126 . . . . . . . .