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The driver ’s seat belt pretensioner is
designed to be activated in response to
a severe frontal impact.
When the airbag sensor detects the shock
of a severe frontal impact, the driver ’s
seat belt is quickly drawn back in by the
retractor so that the belt snugly restrains
the driver.
Collisionsoccurring at certain speeds and
angles may cause the seat belt preten-
sioner and SRS airbag not to operate all
together.This indicator comes on when the en-
gine switch is turned to the “ON” posi-
tion. It goes off after about 6 seconds.
This means the driver ’s seat belt pre-
tensioner is operating properly.
This warning light system monitors the
airbag sensor assembly, airbag sensor,
driver ’s seat belt pretensioner assembly,
inflator, interconnecting wiring and power
sources. (For details, see “Service remind-
er indicators and warning buzzer” on page
73 in Section 1−5.)
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—Driver’s seat belt
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This indicator comes on when the en-
gine switch is turned to the “ON” posi-
tion. It goes off after about 6 seconds.
This means the SRS airbag is operating
properly.
This warning light system monitors the
airbag sensor assembly, airbag sensor,
driver ’s seat belt pretensioner assembly,
inflator, interconnecting wiring and power
sources. (For details, see “Service
reminder indicators and warning buzzer”
on page 73 in Section 1−5.)The SRS airbag system is designed to
activate in response to a severe frontal
impact within the shaded area between
the arrows in the illustration.
The SRS airbag will deploy in the event
of an impact that exceeds the set thresh-
old level (the level of force corresponding
to an approximately 20−30 km/h [12−18
mph] frontal collision with a fixed wall that
does not move or deform).
If the severity of the impact is below the
above threshold level, the SRS airbag
may not deploy.
However, this threshold velocity will be
considerably higher if the vehicle strikes
an object, such as a parked vehicle or
sign pole, which can move or deform on
impact, or if it is involved in an underride
collision (e.g. a collision in which the nose
of the vehicle “underrides”, or goes under,
the bed of a truck, etc.).
It is possible that in some collisions at the
lower zone of airbag sensor detection and
activation the SRS airbag and seat belt
pretensioner will not operate all together.
For the safety of all occupants, always
wear your seat belts properly.
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The SRS airbag system consists mainly of
the following components, and their loca-
tions are shown in the illustration.
1. SRS warning light
2. Airbag module for driver
(airbag and inflator)
3. Airbag sensor
4. Airbag sensor assembly
The airbag sensor assembly consists of a
safing sensor and airbag sensor.
In a severe frontal impact, the sensor de-
tects deceleration and the system triggers
the airbag inflator. At this time a chemical
reaction in the inflator quickly fills the air-
bag with non−toxic gas to help restrain
the forward motion of the driver.
When the airbag inflates, it produces a
fairly loud noise and releases some
smoke and residue along with non−toxic
gas. This does not indicate a fire. This
gas is normally harmless; however, for
those who have delicate skin, it may
cause a minor skin irritation. Be sure to
wash off any residue as soon as possible
to prevent any potential skin irritation.
Deployment of the airbag happens in a
fraction of a second, so the airbag must
inflate with considerable force. While the
system is designed to reduce serious inju-
ries, it may also cause minor burns or
abrasions and swelling.The steering wheel hub may be hot for
several minutes, but the airbag itself will
not be hot. The airbag is designed to
inflate only once.
CAUTION
The SRS airbag system is designed
only as a supplement to the primary
protection of the driver side seat belt
system. The driver can be killed or
seriously injured by the inflating air-
bag if he/she does not wear the avail-
able seat belt properly. During sudden
braking just before a collision, an un-
restrained driver can move forward
into direct contact with or close prox-
imity to the airbag which may then
deploy during the collision. To ensure
maximum protection in an accident,
the driver and all passengers in the
vehicle must wear their seat belts
properly. Wearing a seat belt properly
during an accident reduces the
chances of death or serious injury or
being thrown out of the vehicle. For
instructions and precautions concern-
ing the seat belt system, see “Seat
belts” on page 28 in this Section.
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(g) “ABS” Warning Light
The light comes on when the engine
switch is turned to the “ON” position. If
the anti−lock brake system works properly,
the light turns off after a few seconds.
Thereafter, if the system malfunctions, the
light comes on again.
When the “ABS” warning light is on (and
the brake system warning light is off), the
anti−lock brake systemdoes not operate,
but the brake system stilloperates con-
ventionally.
When the “ABS” warning light is on (and
the brake system warning light is off), the
anti−lock brake systemdoes not operate
so that the wheels could lock up during
a sudden braking or braking on slippery
road surfaces.
If either of the following conditions oc-
curs, this indicates a malfunction some-
where in the components monitored by
the warning light system. Contact any
authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and equipped
professional, as soon as possible to
service the vehicle.
DThe light does not come on when the
engine switch is turned to the “ON”
position, or the light remains on.
DThe light comes on while you are driv-
ing.
A warning light turning on briefly during
operation does not indicate a problem.
(h) SRS Warning Light
This light will come on when the engine
switch is turned to the “ON” position.
After about 6 seconds, the light will go
off. This means the systems of the air-
bag and driver ’s seat belt pretensioner
are operating properly.
This warning light system monitors the
airbag sensor assembly, airbag sensor,
driver ’s seat belt pretensioner assembly,
inflator, interconnecting wiring and power
sources.If either of the following conditions occurs,
this indicates a malfunction somewhere in
the parts monitored by the warning light
system. Contact any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly quali-
fied and equipped professional, as soon
as possible to service the vehicle.
DThe light does not come on when the
engine switch is turned to the “ON”
position or remains on for more than
6 seconds or flashes.
DThe light comes on or starts flashing
while driving.
(i) DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) Sys-
tem Indicator Light
If the deposit builds up in the filter, the
indicator light on the instrument cluster
will come on when the engine switch is
turned on. The deposit built up in the filter
needs to be regenerated. For details, see
“DPF system” onpage 118 in Section 2.
If you do not perform regeneration and
continue to drive for a while with the indi-
cator light on, the light will begin to flash.
CAUTION
Continuing to drive with the light
flashing will cause the malfunction in-
dicator light to come on. In this
event, damage may be caused to the
vehicle or an accident may occur. If
the malfunction indicator light comes
on, have your vehicle checked by any
authorized Toyota dealer or repairer,
or another duly qualified and
equipped professional immediately.
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INDEX233
N
New vehicle break−in 116................
O
Odometer 70............................
Oil
Consumption 123......................
Oil maintenance management
system 70..........................
Viscosity and grade 196................
Oil consumption 123.....................
OMMS 70...............................
Operation in foreign countries 118........
Overheating, Engine 156.................
Overheating, Engine coolant 68..........
Overview
Engine compartment 188...............
P
Parking brake
Operation 82..........................
Reminder light 82.....................
Parking brake reminder light 73...........
Polishing 179...........................
Power window switches 14...............
Pre−trip safety check 134................
Precautions for turning off an engine
with turbocharger 134..................
Preloader (seat belt pretensioner) 35.....
Pretensioner
(seat belt pretensioner) 35.............
Protecting your Toyota from
corrosion 178.........................
R
Radiator
Checking the radiator 200..............
Coolant, Engine 198...................
Radio 84................................
Rear fog light switch 64..................
Rear heatersystem 100..................
Rear seat 26............................
Rear view mirrors
Folding 59............................
Outside 59............................
S
Safety check, Pre−trip 134...............
Seat belts
Cleaning 181..........................
Fastening 28..........................
Seat belt precautions 28...............
Seat belt pretensioner 35..............
Seats 24................................
Service and maintenance 184............
Service reminder indicator 73............
Side door locks 13.......................
Side doors 13...........................
Side gate 16............................
Side vents 99...........................
Spare fuse 211..........................
Spare tire 158...........................
Specifications 220.......................
SRS driver airbag 38....................
SRS warning light 73....................
Starting
Cold weather 132......................
Engine 132............................
Jump starting 151.....................
Steering
Adjusting steering wheel 58............
Storage precautions 109.................
Suspension and chassis 130.............
Switch
Emergency flasher 64.................
Engine 80.............................
Headlight, dimmer and
turn signal 62.......................
Heater idle up 101.....................
Ignition 80............................
Rear fog light 64.......................
Windshield wiper and washer 65........
T
Tachometer 69..........................
Tailgate 16..............................
Telescopic steering wheel 58.............
Tilt cab 18..............................
Tilt steering wheel 58....................
Timing belt replacement
warning light 73.......................
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