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STARTING AND DRIVING147
DMaintain a moderate speed on high-
ways.The faster you drive, the greater
the fuel consumption. By reducing your
speed, you will cut down on fuel con-
sumption.
DKeep the front wheels in proper
alignment.Avoid hitting the curb and
slow down on rough roads. Improper
alignment not only causes faster tire
wear but also puts an extra load on
the engine, which, in turn, wastes fuel.
DKeep the bottom of your vehicle free
from mud, etc.This not only lessens
weight but also helps prevent corro-
sion.
DKeep your vehicle tuned−up and in
top shape.A dirty air cleaner, carbure-
tor out of adjustment, improper valve
clearance, dirty plugs, dirty oil and
grease, brakes not adjusted, etc. all
lower engine performance and contrib-
ute to poor fuel economy. For longer
life of all parts and lower operating
costs, keep all maintenance work on
schedule, and if you often drive under
severe conditions, see that your vehicle
receives more frequent maintenance.
CAUTION
Never turn off the engine to coast
down hills. Your power steering and
brake booster will not function with-
out the engine running. Also, the
emission control system operates
properly only when the engine is run-
ning.
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If your engine stalls while driving...
1. Reduce your speed gradually, keeping
a straight line. Move cautiously off the
road to a safe place.
2. Turn on your emergency flashers.
3. Try starting the engine again.
If the engine will not start, see “If your
vehicle will not start” on page 150.
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.
If engine speed does not increase when
the accelerator pedal is depressed, there
may be a problem somewhere in the elec-
tronic engine controlsystem. Stop the ve-
hicle and contact any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly quali-
fied and equipped professional, or take
your vehicle carefully, since the vehicle
performance will be lower than normal, to
any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer,
or another duly qualified and equipped
professional, as soon as possible.
Even if the abnormality in the electronic
engine controlsystem is corrected during
low speed driving, thesystem may not
recover until the engine is stopped and
the engine switch is turned to the “ACC”
or “LOCK” position.
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If your engine stalls while
drivingIf you cannot increase engine
speed

IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY171
(a) Towing with wheel lift type truck—
—From front
—From rear
(b) Using flat bed truck
If towing is necessary, we recommend
you to have it done by any authorized
Toyota dealer or repairer, or qualified
professional, such as a commercial tow
truck service. In consultation with them,
have your vehicle towed using either (a)
or (b).
Only when you cannot receive a towing
service from any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or qualified profes-
sional, such as a commercial tow truck
service, tow your vehicle carefully in
accordance with the instructions given
in “—Emergency towing” on page 172
in this Section.Proper equipment will help ensure that
your vehicle is not damaged while being
towed. Commercial operators are generally
aware of the state/provincial and local
laws pertaining to towing.
Your vehicle can be damaged if it is
towed incorrectly. Although most operators
know the correct procedure, it is possible
to make a mistake. To avoid damage to
your vehicle, make sure the following pre-
cautions are observed. If necessary, show
this page to the tow truck driver.
TOWING PRECAUTIONS:
Use a safety chain system for all towing,
and abide by the state/provincial and local
laws. The wheels and axle on the ground
must be in good condition. If they are
damaged, use a towing dolly.
(a) Towing with wheel lift type truck
From front—We recommend using a tow-
ing dolly under the rear wheels. If you do
not use a towing dolly, release the parking
brake and put the transmission in neutral.
From rear—Place the engine switch in the
“ACC” position.NOTICE
zWhen lifting wheels, take care to
ensure adequate ground clearance
for towing at the opposite end of
the raised vehicle. Otherwise, the
bumper and/or underbody of the
towed vehicle will be damaged dur-
ing towing.
zDo not tow with the key removed or
in the “LOCK” position, as the
steering lock mechanism is not
strong enough to hold the front
wheels straight while towing.
(b) Using flat bed truck
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If your vehicle needs to be
towed—

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If towing is necessary, we recommend
you to have it done by any authorized
Toyota dealer or repairer, or qualified
professional, such as a commercial tow
truck service.
If towing service is not available in an
emergency, your vehicle may be tempo-
rarily towed by a cable or chain se-
cured to one of the following parts:
Front: Front emergency towing hook
Rear: Rear emergency towing eyelet
Use extreme caution when towing the
vehicle.
NOTICE
Only use specified towing hook or
eyelet; otherwise your vehicle may be
damaged.
A driver must be in the vehicle to steer
it and operate the brakes.
Towing in this manner may be done only
on hard−surfaced roads for a short dis-
tance and at low speeds. Also, the
wheels, axles, drive train, steering and
brakes must all be in good condition.
CAUTION
Use extreme caution when towing the
vehicle. Avoid sudden starts or errat-
ic driving maneuvers which would
place excessive stress on the emer-
gency towing hook or eyelet and tow-
ing cable or chain. The hook or eye-
let and towing cable or chain may
break and cause serious injury or
damage.
NOTICE
Use only a cable or chain specifically
intended for use in towing vehicles.
Securely fasten the cable or chain to
the towing hook or eyelet provided.
Before towing, release the parking brake
and put the transmission in neutral. The
engine switch must be in “ACC” (engine
off) or “ON” (engine running) position.
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.
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Only in an emergency, such as if it
becomes impossible to stop the vehicle
in the normal way, stop the vehicle us-
ing the following procedure:
1. Steadily step on the brake pedal with
both feet and firmly depress it. Do not
pump the brake pedal repeatedly as
this will increase the effort required to
slow the vehicle.
2. Shift the shift lever to neutral.
If the shift lever is shifted to neutral:
3. After slowing down, stop the vehicle in
a safe place by the road.
4. Stop the engine.
If the shift lever cannot be shifted to
neutral:
3. Keep depressing the brake pedal with
both feet to reduce vehicle speed as
much as possible.
4. Stop the engine by turning the engine
switch to the “ACC” position.
5. Stop the vehicle in a safe place by the
road.
CAUTION
If the engine has to be turned off
while driving:
DPower assist for the brakes and
steering wheel will be lost, making
the brake pedal harder to depress
and the steering wheel heavier to
turn. Decelerate as much as pos-
sible before turning off the engine.
DNever attempt to remove the key, as
doing so will lock the steering
wheel.
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If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency

194DO−IT−YOURSELF MAINTENANCE: Introduction
NOTICE
zRemember that battery cables carry
high currents. Be careful of acci-
dentally causing a short circuit.
zAdd only “Toyota Super Long Life
Coolant” or similar high quality eth-
ylene glycol based non−silicate,
non−amine, non−nitrite, and non−bo-
rate coolant with long−life hybrid
organic acid technology to fill the
radiator. “Toyota Super Long Life
Coolant” is a mixture of 50% cool-
ant and 50% deionized water.
zIf you spill some of the coolant, be
sure to wash it off with water to
prevent it from damaging the parts
or paint.
zDo not overfill power steering fluid,
or the power steering could be
damaged.
zIf you spill brake fluid, be sure to
wash it off with water to prevent it
from damaging the parts or paint.
zDo not drive with the air cleaner
filter removed, or excessive engine
wear could result.
zBe careful not to scratch the glass
surface with the wiper frame.
zWhen closing the engine access
hole cover or lowering the cab,
check to see that you have not for-
gotten any tools, rags, etc.
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SPECIFICATIONS225
MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.):
Dyna 100

2.6 (2.7, 2.3)
Dyna 150
2.4 (2.5, 2.1)
Oil type:
Gear oil API GL−4orGL−5
Recommended oil viscosity:
SAE 75W−90

: See “Model code” on page vi in the
beginning of this manual if you are not
sure of your vehicle model.
DIFFERENTIAL
Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.):
Dyna 100

2.30 (2.43, 2.02)
Dyna 150
3.45 (3.65, 3.04)
Your Toyota vehicle is filled with “Toyota
Genuine Differential Gear Oil” at the
factory. Toyota recommends the use of
approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil”.
Another motor oil of matching quality can
also be used.
Oil type:
Standard differential
Hypoid gear oil API GL−5
Limited slip differential
Hypoid gear oil LSD API GL−5
Recommended oil viscosity:
Above−18_C(0_F)
SAE 90
Below−18_C(0_F)
SAE 80W or 80W−90

: See “Model code” on page vi in the
beginning of this manual if you are not
sure of your vehicle model.
Please contact any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly quali-
fied and equipped professional, for further
details.CHASSIS LUBRICATION
Wheel bearings:
Lithium base wheel bearing grease,
NLGI No.2
Ball joints:
Molybdenum−disulfide lithium base chas-
sis grease, NLGI No.1 or No.2
Propeller shafts:
Lithium base chassis grease, NLGI No.2
BRAKES
Minimum pedal clearance when depressed
with the force of 490 N (50 kgf, 110 lbf)
with the engine running, mm (in.):
Dyna 100

59 (2.3)
Dyna 150
51 (2.0)
Pedal free play, mm (in.):
1—6 (0.04—0.24)
Parking brake adjustment when pulled with
the force of 245 N (25 kgf, 55 lbf):
Dyna 100

4—6 clicks
Dyna 150
6—8 clicks
Fluid type:
SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3

: See “Model code” on page vi in the
beginning of this manual if you are not
sure of your vehicle model.
STEERING
Wheel free play:
Less than 40 mm (1.6 in.)
Power steering fluid type:
Automatic transmission fluid DEXRONrII
or III
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230INDEX
A
Adding washer fluid 212..................
Adjustment
Driver ’s seat 25.......................
Seat belt 28...........................
Air bleeding 150.........................
Air conditioning filter 101.................
Air conditioningsystem 92...............
Airbag 38...............................
Anti−lock brake system
warning light 73.......................
Anti−theft steering column lock 80........
Appearance care
Cleaning the interior 181...............
Protecting your Toyota from
corrosion 178.......................
Washing and waxing 179...............
Audio system 84........................
Audio systemoperating tips 89...........
Auxiliary box 110........................
B
Battery
Access 190...........................
Checking battery condition 208.........
Gas caution 208.......................
Handling safety 208...................
Recharging precautions 210............
Winter driving tips 137.................
Before starting the engine 132............
Brake pad wear indicators 127............
Brake system 124.......................
Brake system warning light 73............
Brakes
Pad wear indicators 127................
Parking 82............................
Break−in tips 116........................
C
Carbon monoxide caution 122............
Card holder 112.........................
Center console box 111..................
Charging system warning light 73.........
Checking and replacing fuses 211........
Checking the engine oil level 196.........
Checking the radiator, condenser and
intercooler 200........................Child restraint
Child restraint system 45...............
Installation 48,51......................
Precautions 44........................
Types of child restraint system 46.......
Cigarette lighter and ashtrays 108........
Cleaning the interior 181.................
Cold weather
Operation 137.........................
Condenser
Checking the condenser 200...........
Controls, Instrument panel 2,6...........
Cooling system
Coolant level 198......................
Engine overheating 156................
Radiator and reservoir 198.............
Radiator cap 156......................
Winter driving tips 137.................
Corrosion prevention 178................
Cup holder 110..........................
D
Diesel particulate filter system 118........
Differential, Limited slip 128..............
Dimmer switch, Headlight 62.............
Directional signals 62....................
Do−it−yourself maintenance
Service precautions 193...............
Does your vehicle need repairing? 185....
Doors
Side doors 13.........................
DPF system 118.........................
Driver ’s seat 25.........................
Driving
Driving tips 132........................
Manual transmission 81................
Driving in the rain 136....................
Driving tips
Driving in the rain 136..................
Driving tips in various conditions 135....
Driving with a manual
transmission 81.....................
Economical driving 146................
Good driving practice 81...............
Pre−trip safety check 134..............
Winter driving tips 137.................
During
Break−in 116..........................
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