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Before towing, release the parking brake
and put the transmission in neutral (manu-
al) or “N” (automatic). The key must be
in “ACC” (engine off) or “ON” (engine run-
ning).
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.
1. Remove the towing eyelet as shown inthe illustration.2. Remove the towing eyelet cover on thebumper using a flathead screwdriver
which is wrapped with a cloth.
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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 157.)
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
Check that it has specified free play. 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 the belt
webbing is not cut, frayed, worn or dam-
aged.
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
On a safe incline, check that your vehicle
is held securely with the selector lever in
“P” position and all brakes released.
OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE
Items listed below should be performed
from time to time, unless otherwise
specified.
Fluid leaks
Check underneath for leaking fuel, oil, water
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 the side doors and back
door operate smoothly and all latches lock
securely. Make sure the engine hood sec-
ondary latch secures the hood from open-
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CLUTCH
Pedal free play, mm (in.):5 – 15 (0.2 – 0.6)
Fluid type: SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3
MANUAL TRANSAXLE
Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp.qt.): 2.5 (2.6, 2.2)
Oil type: Gear oil API GL −4 or GL −5
Recommended oil viscosity: SAE 75W −90
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE
Fluid capacity (drain and refill),
L (qt., Imp.qt.): 3.5 (3.7, 3.1)
Fluid type: Toyota Genuine ATF WS
Change automatic transmission fluid only
as necessary. Generally, it is necessary to change
automatic transmission fluid only if your
vehicle is driven under one of the Special
Operating Conditions listed in your
“Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or
“Owner ’s Manual Supplement”. When
changing the automatic transmission fluid,
use only “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” (ATF
JWS3324 or NWS9638) to aid in assuring
optimum transaxle performance.
Notice: Using automatic transmission
fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF
WS” may cause deterioration in shift
quality, locking up of your transmission
accompanied by vibration, and ultimate-
ly damage the automatic transmission
of your vehicle.
BRAKES
Minimum pedal clearance when depressed
with the pressure of 294 N (30 kgf, 60
lbf) with the engine running, mm (in.):
87 (3.4)
Pedal free play, mm (in.): 1 – 6 (0.04 – 0.24)
Pad wear limit, mm (in.): 1.0 (0.04)
Parking brake adjustment when pulled with
the force of 196 N (20 kgf, 44 lbf): 6 – 9 clicks
Fluid type: SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3
STEERING
Wheel free play: Less than 30 mm (1.2 in.)

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26. HLP MAIN 50 A: “H−LP LH LO”, “H −
LP RH LO”, “H −LP LH HI” and “H −LP
RH HI” fuses
27. P/I 50 A: “EFI MAIN”, “HORN” and
“IG2” fuses
28. EPS 60 A: Electric power steering sys-
tem
29. ALT 120 A: “RDI FAN”, “CDS FAN”,
“ABS NO.1”, “ABS NO.3”, “HTR”,
“AM1”, “DOOR”, “STOP”, “FR DOOR”,
“RR DOOR”, “RL DOOR”, “OBD”,
“ACC −B”, “DEF”, ”TAIL” and “PANEL”
fuses
30. POWER 30 A: Power windows
31. DEF 30 A: Rear window defogger
32. PWR SEAT 30 A: No circuit
33. TAIL 10 A: Parking lights, tail lights,
side maker lights, gauges and meter,
licence plate light and multiport fuel
injection system/ sequential multiport
fuel injection system
34. PANEL 7.5 A: Instrument cluster lights,
instrument panel lights, gauges and
meters
35. FR DOOR 20 A: Power windows
36. RL DOOR 20 A: Power windows
37. RR DOOR 20 A: Power windows
38. SUNROOF 20 A: Electric moon roof
39. CIG 15 A: Cigarette lighter 40. ACC 7.5 A:
Power rear view mirrors,
shift lock control system and audio
system
41. MIR HTR 10 A: Multiport fuel injection
system/ s equential multiport fuel injec-
tion system
42. IGN 7.5 A: Multiport fuel injection sys-
tem/ sequential multiport fuel injection
system, SRS airbag system and steer-
ing lock system
43. METER 7.5 A: Gauges and meters
44. HTRIG 10 A: Air conditioning system
45. WIPER 25 A: Front windshield wiper
46. RR WIPER 15 A: Rear windshield wip-
er
47. WASHER 15 A: Washer
48. ECUIG NO.1 10 A: Multiport fuel in-
jection system/ sequential multiport fuel
injection system, electric power steer-
ing, electric cooling fan, anti −lock brake
system, vehicle stability control system,
shift lock control system and audio
system
49. ECU IG NO.2 10 A: Back−up light,
emergency flasher, starting system, air
conditioning system and rear window
defogger
50. OBD 7.5 A: On−board diagnosis sys-
tem 51. STOP 10 A:
Stop lights, high mounted
stoplight, multiport fuel injection sys-
tem/ sequential multiport fuel injection
system and anti −lock brake assist sys-
tem
52. DOOR 25 A: Power door lock system
53. ACCB 25 A: “CIG” and “ACC” fuses
54. FR FOG 15 A: Front fog lights
55. AM1 7.5 A: Starting system and shift
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