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General maintenance
Engine compartment
ItemsCheck points
Battery Check the connections.
(P. 509)
Brake fluid Is the brake fluid at the correct
level? (
P. 505)
Engine coolant Is the engine coolant at the
correct level? (
P. 503)
Engine oil Is the engine oil at the correct
level? (
P. 498)
Exhaust system There should not be any fumes or
strange sounds.
Power steering fluid Is the power steering fluid at the
correct level? (
P. 507)
Radiator/condenser The radiator and condenser
should be free from foreign
objects. (
P. 504)
Washer fluid Is there sufficient washer fluid?
(P. 512)
Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be per-
formed at the intervals specified in the “Owner's Warranty Informa-
tion Booklet” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement/Scheduled
Maintenance Guide”. It is recommended that any problem you notice
should be brought to the attention of your Toyota dealer or qualified
service shop for advice.
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ItemsParts and tools
Fuses(P. 531)• Fuse with same amperage rating
as original
Light bulbs (P. 541)
• Bulb with same number and watt-
age rating as original
• Phillips-head screwdriver
• Flathead screwdriver
• Wrench
Power steering fluid level (P. 507)
• Automatic transmission fluid
DEXRON® II or III
• Rag or paper towel
• Clean funnel
Radiator and condenser (P. 504)
Tire inflation pressure ( P. 520)• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Washer fluid (P. 512)
• Water or washer fluid containing
antifreeze (for winter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding water or washer fluid)
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Maintenance and care
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Engine compar tment
2.7 L 4-cylinder (2TR-FE) engine
Washer fluid tank (P. 512)
Engine coolant reservoir ( P. 503)
Engine oil filler cap ( P. 498)
Power steering fluid reservoir ( P. 507)
Engine oil level dipstick ( P. 498)Brake fluid reservoir
( P. 505)
Fuse box ( P. 531)
Battery ( P. 509)
Condenser ( P. 504)
Radiator ( P. 504)
CTH43AS137
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4.0 L V6 (1GR-FE) engine
Washer fluid tank (P. 512)
Power steering fluid reservoir ( P. 507)
Engine oil level dipstick ( P. 498)
Engine coolant reservoir ( P. 503)
Engine oil filler cap ( P. 498)Brake fluid reservoir
( P. 505)
Fuse box ( P. 531)
Battery ( P. 509)
Condenser ( P. 504)
Radiator ( P. 504)
CTH43AS117
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Power steering fluid
■ Fluid level
The fluid level should be within the appropriate range.
2.7 L 4-cylinder (2TR-FE) engine
Full (when cold)
Add fluid (when cold)
Full (when hot)
Add fluid (when hot)
4.0 L V6 (1GR-FE) engine Full (when cold)
Add fluid (when cold)
Full (when hot)
Add fluid (when hot)
Hot: Vehicle has been driven around 50 mph (80 km/h) for 20 minutes, or slightly longer in frigid temperatures. (Fluid tem-
perature, 140°F - 175°F [60°C - 80°C]).
Cold: Engine has not been run for about 5 hours. (Room tempera- ture, 50°F - 85°F [10°C - 30°C]).
CTH43AS130
CTH43AS016
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Checking the fluid level
Make sure to check the fluid type and prepare the necessary items.
Clean all dirt off the reservoir.
Remove the cap by turning it counterclockwise.
Wipe the dipstick clean.
Reinstall the cap and remove it again.
Check the fluid level.
Fluid typeAutomatic transmission fluid DEXRON® II or III
ItemsRag or paper, clean funnel (only for adding fluid)
CAUTION
■When checking the reservoir
Take care as the reservoir may be hot.
NOTICE
■When adding fluid
Avoid overfilling, or the power steering may be damaged.
■ After replacing the reservoir cap
Check the steering box case, vane pump and hose connections for leaks or
damage.
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
STEP 5
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Chassis lubrication
Steering
Propeller shafts
Spider
Slide yokeLithium base chassis grease, NLGI No.2
Molybdenum-disulfide lithium base chas-
sis grease, NLGI No.2 or lithium base mul-
tipurpose grease, NLGI No.2
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)
Power steering fluid typeAutomatic transmission fluid DEXRON® II
or III
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670 Alphabetical index
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Floor mat...................................449
FluidBrake .....................................505
Power steering ......................507
Washer .................................. 512
Fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 541
Switch.................................... 204
Wattage .................................624
Four-wheel drive system ............................ 223, 226
Front passenger occupant
classification system ............130
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light .................568
Front seats Adjustment .............................. 61
Front side marker light
Replacing light bulbs ............. 541
Switch.................................... 198
Wattage .................................624
Front turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 541
Switch.................................... 179
Wattage .................................624
Fuel Capacity ................................615
Fuel gauge ............................ 182
Fuel pump shut off system ....562
Gas station information .........680
Information ............................ 625
Refueling ............................... 102
Type ......................................615
Fuel door...................................102
Fuel filler door .......................... 102
Fuel pump shut off system .................................... 562
Fuses......................................... 531 Garage door opener ................ 462
Gas station information .......... 680
Gauges...................................... 182
Glove box ................................. 417
Grocery bag hooks .................. 459
Hands-free system
(for cellular phone) ................ 380
Hazard lights Switch ................................... 554
Head restraints
Adjusting ................................. 76
Headlights Replacing light bulbs ............. 541
Switch ................................... 198
Wattage................................. 624
Heaters
Seat heaters.......................... 446
Side mirrors........................... 310
Hill-start assist control ............ 253
Hood.......................................... 494
Hooks Cargo hook ........................... 456
Cargo net hooks.................... 457
Grocery bag hooks................ 459
Horn .......................................... 181FG
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