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OVERVIEW
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
2For details, refer to “If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer sounds,” Section
5-2, 2009 Owner’s Manual.
3For details, refer to “If your vehicle overheats,” Section 5-2, 2009 Owner’s Manual.
Charging system warning1,2
Low engine oil pressure warning1,2
Anti-lock Brake System warning1,2
Malfunction/Check Engine indicator1,2
Open door warning2
Low windshield washer fluid level warning2
Engine oil replacement reminder1,2
AIR BAG ON indicator
AIR BAG OFF indicator
Headlight low beam indicator
Turn signal indicator
Low fuel level warning2
Headlight high beam indicator
High engine coolant temperature warning
1,2
Airbag SRS warning1,2
Electric power steering system warning1,2
Low engine coolant temperature indicator3
Front fog light indicator
Low Tire Pressure Warning1,2
Cruise control SET indicator
Cruise control main indicator
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For your information
Main Owners Manual
Please note that this manual applies to all models explains and all equip-
ment, including options. Therefore, you may find some explanations for
equipment n
ot installed on your vehicle.
All specifications provided in this manual are current at the time of printing.
However
, because of the Toyota policy of continual product improvement, we
reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice.
Depending on specifications, the vehicle shown in the illustrations may differ
from your vehicle in terms of equ
ipment.
Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Toyota
A wide variety of non-genuine spare parts and accessories for Toyota
vehicles are currently available in the market. You should know that Toyota
does not warrant these products and is not responsible for their
performance, repair, or replacement, or for any damage they may cause to,
or adverse effect they may have on, your Toyota vehicle.
This vehicle should not be modified with non-genuine Toyota products.
Modification with non-genu
ine Toyota products could affect its performance,
safety or durability, and may even violate governmental regulations. In
addition, damage or performance problems resulting from the modification
may not be covered under warranty.
Installation of a mobile two-way radio system
As the installation of a mobile two-way radio system in your vehicle could
affect electronic systems such as the multiport fuel injection system/sequen-
tial multiport fuel injection system, anti-lock brake system, SRS airbag sys -
tem and seat belt pretensioner system, be sure to check with your Toyota
dealer for
precautionary measures or special instructions regarding installa -
tion.
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Scrapping your Toyota
The SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner devices in your Toyota contain
explosive chemicals. If the vehicle is scrapped with the airbags and seat belt
pretensioners left as they are, this may cause an accident such as fire. Be
sure to have the systems of the SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner
removed and disposed of by a qualified service shop or by your Toyota
dealer before you scrap your vehicle.
Perchlorate Material
Special handling may apply,
See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
Your vehicle has components that may contain perchlorate. These compo -
nents may include airbag, seat belt pretensioners, and wireless remote con -
trol batteries.
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Pictorial indexInterior
Seat belts P. 52SRS driver airbag P. 81
Head restraints P. 48
Front seats P. 38
SRS side airbags∗ P. 81
Floor mats P. 224
SRS front
passenger
airbag
P. 81
Security indicator∗
P. 74, 76
3-door models
Rear seats P. 41
Seat belts P. 52
Horn P. 134
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Seat belts P. 52
SRS driver airbag P. 81
Head restraints P. 48
Front seats P. 38
SRS side airbags∗ P. 81
Floor mats P. 224
SRS front passenger
airbag
P. 81
Security indicator∗
P. 74, 76
Power window
switches
∗ P. 67
5-door models
Rear seats P. 41
∗: If equipped
Horn P. 134
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Pictorial indexInterior
Anti-glare inside
rear view mirror
P. 63
Interior light P. 211
Vanity mirrors P. 220
Personal lights P. 211
Sun visors P. 219
SRS curtain shield airbags∗ P. 81
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Before driving
1-7. Safety information
Correct driving posture
Drive in a good posture as follows:
Sit upright and well back in
the seat. (→P. 3 8 )
Adjust the position of the
seat forward or backward to
e
nsure the pedals can be
reached and easily
depressed to the extent
required. ( →P. 3 8 )
Adjust the seatback so that
the controls are easily oper -
able.
Adjust the tilt positions of
the steering wheel down -
ward so the airbag is facing
your
chest. ( →P. 6 2 )
Lock the head restraint in
place with the center of the
h
ead restraint closest to the
top of your ears. ( →P. 4 8 )
Wear the seat belt correctly.
( → P. 5 2 )
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1-7. Safety information
Before driving
SRS airbags
The SRS airbags inflate when the vehicle is subjected to certain
types of severe impacts that may cause significant injury to the
occupants. They work together with the seat belts to help reduce the
risk of death or serious injury.
Front airbags
Driver airbag/front passenger airbag
Can help protect the head and ches t o
f the driver and front pas-
senger from impact with interior components.
Side and curtain shield airbags
Side airbags (if equipped)
Can help protect the torso of
the front seat occupants.
Curtain shield airbags (if equipped)
Can help protect primarily the head of outside occupants.