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CAUTION
nWhen driving the vehicle
lDo not shift the shift lever to N while the vehicle is moving.
Doing so may cause the engine brake to not operate properly and lead to
an accident.
l Do not turn the engine off while driving.
The power steering and brake booster systems will not operate properly if
the engine is not running.
l Use engine braking (downshift) to maintain a safe speed when driving
down a steep hill.
Using the brakes continuously may cause the brakes to overheat and lose
effectiveness. ( →P. 133,135)
l When stopped on an inclined surface, use the brake pedal and parking
brake to prevent the vehicle from rolling backward or forward and causing
an accident.
l Do not adjust the position of the steering wheel, the seat, or the inside or
outside rear view mirrors while driving.
Doing so may result in a loss of vehicle control that can cause accidents
that may result in death or serious injury.
l Always check that all passengers’ arms, heads or other parts of their bod-
ies are not outside the vehicle, as this may result in death or serious injury.
l Do not drive in excess of the speed limit. Even if the legal speed limit per-
mits it, do not drive over 85 mph (140 km/h) unless your vehicle has high-
speed capability tires. Driving over 85 mph (140 km/h) may result in tire
failure, loss of control and possible injury. Be sure to consult a tire dealer
to determine whether the tires on your vehicle are high-speed capability
tires or not before driving at such speeds.
n When driving on slippery road surfaces
lSudden braking, acceleration and steering may cause tire slippage and
reduce your ability to control the vehicle, resulting in an accident.
l Sudden changes in engine speed, such as engine braking caused by up-
shifting or down-shifting, may cause the vehicle to skid, resulting in an
accident.
l After driving through a puddle, lightly depress the brake pedal to make
sure that the brakes are functioning properly. Wet brake pads may prevent
the brakes from functioning properly. If the brakes on only one side are wet
and not functioning properly, steering control may be affected, resulting in
an accident.
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2-5. Driving information
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When driving
Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving
the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropri-
ate to the prevailing weather conditions.
n Pre-winter preparations
lUse fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tem-
peratures.
• Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
l Have a service technician inspect the level and specific grav-
ity of battery electrolyte.
l Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set
of tire chains for the front tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand, and that chains
match the size of the tires.
nBefore driving the vehicle
Perform the following according to the driving conditions.
lDo not try to forcibly open a window, scrape an outside rear
view mirror surface or move a wiper or outside rear view mir-
ror that is frozen. Pour warm water over the frozen area to
melt the ice. Wipe away the water immediately to prevent it
from freezing.
l To ensure proper operation of th e climate control system fan,
remove any snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents
in front of the windshield.
l Remove any ice that has accumu lated on the vehicle chassis.
l Periodically check for and remove any excess ice or snow
that may have accumulated in the wheel well or on the
brakes.
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2-5. Driving information
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When driving
n
Before towing
Check that the following conditions are met:
lEnsure that your vehicle’s tires are properly inflated. ( →P. 365)
l Trailer tires should be inflated according to the trailer manufacturer’s rec-
ommendation.
l All trailer lights work to be legal.
l Confirm all lights work each time you connect them.
l The trailer ball is set up at the proper height for the coupler on the t\
railer.
l Check that your vehicle remains level when a loaded or unloaded trailer
is hitched. Do not drive if the vehicle is not level, and check for improper
tongue load, overloading, worn suspension, or other possible causes.
l Make sure the trailer cargo is securely loaded.
l Check that your rear view mirrors c onform to any federal, state/provincial
or local regulations. If they do not, inst all rear view mirrors appropriate for
towing purposes.
n Break-in schedule
lToyota recommends that you do not use a new vehicle or a vehicle with
any new power train components (engine, transmission, differential,
wheel bearings, etc.) to tow a trailer for the first 500 miles (800 km) of
driving.
n Maintenance
lIf you tow a trailer, your vehicle will require more frequent maintenance
due to the additional load. (See “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or
“Owner’s Manual Supplement”.)
l Retighten the fixing bolts of the towing ball and bracket after approxi-
mately 600 miles (1000 km).
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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Interior features
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers∗
∗: If equipped
nThe rear window and outside rear vi ew mirror defoggers can be oper-
ated when
The engine switch is in the ON position.
n Outside rear view mirror defoggers (vehicles with outside rear view
mirror defoggers)
Turning the rear window defogger on will turn the outside rear view mirror
defoggers on.
CAUTION
n When the outside rear view mirror defoggers are on (vehicles with out-
side rear view mirror defoggers)
Do not touch the rear view mirror surfaces, as they can become very hot and
burn you.
These features are used to defog the rear window, and to remove
raindrops, dew and frost from the outside rear view mirrors.
On/off
Press the button to turn on the
rear window defogger. The
indicator light will come on.
Pressing the button again also
turns the defoggers off.
Vehicles with timer: The defog-
gers will automatically turn off
after approximately 15 min-
utes.
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Interior features
3-5. Other interior features
Sun visors
CAUTION
nWhen the sun visor is in the forward position
Do not extend the side extender. It can cover the anti-glare inside rear view
mirror and obstruct the rear view.
Forward position:
Flip down.
Side position:
Flip down, unhook, and
swing to the side.
Side extender:
Place in side position then
slide backwards.
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nUnder the instrument panel (type B)
FuseAmpereCircuit
1 TAIL 10 A Side marker lights, parking lights,
tail lights, license plate lights, multi-
port fuel injection system/sequen-
tial multiport fuel injection system
2 PANEL 1 7.5 A Illuminations, instrument panel light
control, meter and gauge
3 A/C 7.5 A Rear window defogger, air condi-
tioning system
4 D DOOR 20 A No circuit
5 RL DOOR 20 A Rear passenger’s power window
(left side)
6 RR DOOR 20 A Rear passenger’s power window
(right side)
7 CIG 15 A Power outlet
8 ACC 7.5 A Door lock system, outside rear
view mirrors, audio system
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Maintenance and care
9 ID/UP/MIR HTR 10 A
Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system, outside rear view mirror
control, outside rear view mirror
heaters
10 IGN 7.5 A Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system, SRS airbag system, front
passenger occupant classification
system
11 MET 7.5 A Meter and gauge
12 WIP 25 A Windshield wiper
13 RR WIP 15 A Rear wiper
14 WSH 15 A Windshield washer
15 ECU-IG 10 A Daytime running light system, anti-
lock brake system, electric power
steering system, power windows,
door lock system, theft deterrent
system, electric cooling fan
16 GAUGE 10 A Charging system, turn signal lights,
emergency flashers, back-up
lights, instrument panel light con-
trol, shift lock system, rear window
defogger, air conditioning system,
automatic transmission system
17 OBD2 7.5 A On-board diagnosis system
18 STOP 10 A Stop lights, high mounted stop-
light, multiport fuel injection sys-
tem/sequential multiport fuel
injection system, shift lock system,
anti-lock brake system
19 D/L 25 A Door lock system
20 FR FOG 15 A Front fog lights
FuseAmpereCircuit
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406 Alphabetical index
Floor mat................................... 232
FluidAutomatic transmission ......... 363
Brake ..................................... 263
Clutch .................................... 364
Warning light ................. 319, 322
Washer .................................. 267
Fog lights
Indicator ................................ 152
Replacing light bulbs ............. 297
Switch.................................... 152
Wattage ................................. 366
Front fog lights Indicator ................................ 152
Replacing light bulbs ............. 297
Switch.................................... 152
Wattage ................................. 366
Front passenger's seat belt reminder light......................... 322
Front seats
Adjustment ..............................39
Front side marker lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 297
Switch.................................... 150
Wattage ................................. 366
Front turn signal lights
Indicator ................................ 136
Lever ..................................... 136
Replacing light bulbs ............. 297
Switch.................................... 136
Wattage ................................. 366
Fuel
Capacity ................................ 360
Fuel pump shut off system .... 316
Gas station information ......... 416
Gauge ................................... 140
Indicator ................................ 148
Information ............................ 367
Refueling .................................74
Type ...................................... 360 Fuel door .................................... 74
Fuel filler door ............................ 74
Fuel gauge ................................ 140
Fuel pump shut off system ..... 316
Fuses ........................................ 286
Gas station information .......... 416
Gauges...................................... 140
Glove boxes ............................. 221
Hazard lights
Switch ................................... 308
Head restraints Adjusting ................................ 49
Headlights
Indicator ................................ 150
Replacing light bulbs ............. 297
Switch ................................... 150
Wattage................................. 366
Hood.......................................... 253
Horn .......................................... 139
I/M test ...................................... 249
Identification Engine ................................... 359
Tire ........................................ 370
Vehicle .................................. 359
Ignition switch.......................... 130
Illuminated entry system......... 218
Immobilizer system ................... 78
Indicator lights ......................... 146
Initialization Items to initialize ................... 385
Inside rear view mirror .............. 66
Interior light Switch ................................... 219
Wattage................................. 366F
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