5
When trouble arises
317
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If you have a flat tire
Remove the flat tire and replace it with the spare provided.
nBefore jacking up the vehicle
lS
top the vehicle on a hard, flat surface.
lSe
t the parking brake.
lSh
ift the shift lever to P (automatic transmission) or R (manual
transmission).
l S
top the engine.
lT
urn on the emergency flashers.
n Location of th
e spare tire, jack and tools
Spare tire
Jack
Jack handle
Tie-down belt
Tool bag
(including towing
eyelet)
336 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
CAUTION
nBattery precautions
The battery contains poisonous and corrosive acidic electrolyte, while
related parts contain lead and lead compounds. Observe the following pre-
cautions when handling the battery.
lWhen working with the battery, always wear safety glasses and take care
not to allow any battery fluids (acid) to come into contact with skin, clothing
or the vehicle body.
l Do not lean over the battery.
l In the event that battery fluid comes into contact with the skin or eyes,
immediately wash the affected area with water and seek medical attention.
Place a wet sponge or cloth over the affected area until medical attention
can be received.
l Always wash your hands after handling the battery support, terminals, and
other battery-related parts.
l Do not allow children near the battery.
NOTICE
nTo prevent damaging the vehicle ( vehicles with a manual transmission)
Do not pull- or push-start the vehicle, because the three-way catalytic con-
verter may overheat and become a fire hazard.
n When handling jumper cables
Be careful that the jumper cables do not become tangled in the cooling fan
or any of the belts when connecting or disconnecting them.
340
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the vehicle becomes stuck
nEmergency hook
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle
becomes stuck in mud, dirt, or snow.
Stop the engine. Set the parking brake and put the shift
lever in P (vehicles with an automatic transmission) or N
(
vehicles with a manual transmission).
Remove the mud, snow, or sand from around the stuck tire.
Place wood, stones or some other material to help provide
traction under the tires.
Restart the engine.
Shift the shift lever to D or R (automatic transmission) or 1
or R (manual transmission) and carefully apply the acceler -
ator to free the vehicle.
When your vehicle becomes stuck and
cannot move, the emergency hook is
used for another vehicle to pull your vehi-
cle out in an emergency.
Your vehicle is not designed to tow
another vehicle.
Do not use the left rear hook. It is not
designed for towing.
348 6-1. Specifications
Cooling system
Ignition system
CapacityVehicles with an automatic transmission
5.0 qt. (4.7 L, 4.1 Imp.qt.)
Vehicles with a manual transmission
5.1 qt. (4.8 L, 4.2 Imp. qt.)
Coolant type Use either of the following.
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
• Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite and
non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid
organic acid technology
Do not use plain water alone.
Spark plug
Make DENSO NGK SK16R11
IFR5A11
Gap
0.043 in. (1.1 mm)
NOTICE
nIridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust gap when tuning engine.
349
6-1. Specifications
6
Vehicle specifications
Electrical system
Automatic transaxle
Manual transaxle
Battery
Open voltage at
68°
F (20 °C): 12.6 ⎯ 12.8 V Fully charged
12.2 ⎯ 12.4 V Half charged
11 . 8 ⎯ 12.0 V Discharged
(Voltage checked 20 minutes after
the key is removed with all the lights
turned off)
Charging rates 5 A max.
Fluid capacity
(Drain and refill) 2.6 qt. (2.5 L, 2.2 Imp.qt.)
Fluid type
Toyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
nAutomatic transmission fluid type
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 ultimately damage the automatic transmis-
sion of your vehicle.
Gear oil capacity (Reference) 2.0 qt. (1.9 L, 1.7 Imp.qt.)
Gear oil type Gear oil API GL-4 or GL-5
Recommended gear oil
viscosity SAE 75W-90
385
Alphabetical index
Luggage compartment features
Auxiliary boxes ..................... 225
Luggage cover...................... 226
Luggage compartment light Wattage ................................ 352
Maintenance Do-it-yourself
maintenance ...................... 239
Emission inspection and
maintenance (I/M)
programs ............................ 238
General maintenance ........... 235
Maintenance data ................. 344
Maintenance requirements ... 233
Vehicle exterior..................... 228
Vehicle interior...................... 230
Manual transmission Manual transmission ............ 130
Oil ......................................... 349
Meter Instrument panel light
control ................................ 139
Meters .................................. 135
Mirrors
Inside rear view mirror ............ 63
Side mirror heaters ............... 185
Side mirrors ............................ 64
Vanity mirrors ....................... 220
MP3 disc................................... 200
Odometer ................................. 138
Oil
Engine oil.............................. 246
Manual transmission ............ 349
Warning light ................ 308, 310
Opener Fuel door ................................ 70
Fuel filler door......................... 70
Hood ..................................... 242Outside rear view mirrors
Adjusting ................................. 64
Folding .................................... 65
Overheating, Engine ................ 337
Parking brake ........................... 132
Parking lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 286
Switch.................................... 145
Wattage ................................. 352
Personal lights Switch.................................... 211
Wattage ................................. 352
Power outlet ............................. 223
Power windows .......................... 67
Radiator .................................... 252
Radio ......................................... 189
Rear seat Folding down ........................... 43
Rear side marker lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 286
Switch.................................... 145
Wattage ................................. 352
Rear turn signal lights Indicator ................................ 131
Lever ..................................... 131
Replacing light bulbs ............. 286
Switch.................................... 131
Wattage ................................. 352
Rear window defogger ............ 185
Rear window wiper .................. 151
Replacing
Key battery ............................ 273
Fuses .................................... 275
Light bulbs ............................. 286
Tires .............................. 258, 317
Reporting safety defects
for U.S. owners ......................374
M
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P
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386 Alphabetical index
Seat beltsAdjustment .............................. 53
ALR ......................................... 57
Automatic Locking Retractor ... 57
Child restraint system
installation .....................98, 102
Cleaning and maintaining...... 231
Comfort guide.......................... 55
ELR ......................................... 57
Emergency Locking
Retractor .............................. 57
How to wear your seat belt...... 52
How your child should wear
the seat belt ..........................58
Pregnant women, proper seat
belt use .................................58
Reminder light ....................... 310
Seat belt extenders ................. 58
Seat belt pretensioners ........... 57
Seats
Adjustment .............................. 38
Adjustment precautions........... 40
Child seats/child restraint
system installation ........98, 102
Cleaning ................................ 230
Folding down the rear seat...... 43
Folding down the rear seat
precautions ...........................47
Front seat adjustment ............. 38
Front seat adjustment
precautions ...........................40
Head restraint.......................... 48
Properly sitting in the seat ....... 79
Service reminder
indicators .............................. 141
Shift lever Automatic transmission ......... 128
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P...................... 331
Manual transmission ............. 130
Shift lock system ...
..................331
Side airbags................................ 81Side marker lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 286
Switch ................................... 145
Wattage................................. 352
Side mirror
Adjusting ................................. 64
Defogger ............................... 185
Folding .................................... 65
Spare tire Identification number............. 356
Inflation pressure .......... 264, 351
Information ............................ 356
Replacing .............................. 317
Size ....................................... 351
Storage location .................... 317
Spark plug ................................ 348
Specifications .......................... 344
Speedometer ............................ 135
Steering wheel Adjustment .............................. 62
Column lock release ............. 126
Electric power steering.......... 155
EPS ....................................... 155
Specification.......................... 350
Warning light ......................... 308
Stop lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 286
Wattage................................. 352
Storage features
Auxiliary boxes .............. 212, 217
Bottle holders ................ 212, 215
Cup holders................... 212, 214
Glove boxes .......................... 212
Storage precautions ................ 159
Stuck
If the vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 340
Sun visors ................................ 219
Switch Cruise control ........................ 152
Emergency flashers
switch.................................. 296
Engine switch ........................ 125
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TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
2
1-1. Key informationKeys ..................................... 26
1-2. Opening, closing and
locking the doors
Wireless remote control ....... 28
Side doors ............................ 31
Back door ............................. 36
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering
wheel)
Front seats ........................... 38
Rear seats ............................ 41
Head restraints ..................... 48
Seat belts ............................. 52
Steering wheel ..................... 62
Anti-glare inside rear view
mirror .................................. 63
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 64
1-4. Opening and closing the
windows
Power windows .................... 67
1-5. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap .... 70
1-6. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system ................................ 74
Alarm (Puerto Rico).............. 76
Theft prevention labels
(except Canada) ................ 78 1-7. Safety information
Correct driving posture ......... 79
SRS airbags ......................... 81
Front passenger occupant
classification system ........... 93
Child restraint systems ......... 98
Installing child restraints ..... 102
2-1. Driving procedures Driving the vehicle .............. 116
Engine (ignition) switch....... 125
Automatic
Transmission...... 128
Manual Transmission ......... 130
Turn signal lever ................. 131
Parking brake ..................... 132
Horn .................................... 134
2-2. Instrument cluster Gauges and meters ............ 135
Indicators and warning
lights ................................. 141
2-3. Operating the lights and
wipers
Headlight switch ................. 145
Fog light switch ................... 147
Windshield wipers and
washer .............................. 148
Rear window wiper and
washer .............................. 151
1Before driving
2When driving