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508 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
L/C200_EE (OM60G38E)
CAUTION
Used engine oil
Used engine oil contains potentially harmful contaminants which may
cause skin disorders such as inflammation or skin cancer, so care should
be taken to avoid prolonged and repeated contact. To remove used engine
oil from your skin, wash thoroughly with soap and water.
Dispose of used oil and filters only in a safe and acceptable manner. Do
not dispose of used oil and filters in household trash, in sewers or onto the
ground. Call any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped professional, service station or auto parts store for
information concerning recycling or disposal.
Do not leave used engine oil within the reach of children.
NOTICE
To prevent serious engine damage
Check the oil level on regular basis.
When replacing the engine oil
Be careful not to spill engine oil on the vehicle components.
Avoid overfilling, as the engine could be damaged.
Check the oil level on the dipstick every time you refill the vehicle.
Be sure the engine oil filler cap is properly tightened.
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527 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
L/C200_EE (OM60G38E)
Checking interval
Inspect, clean and replace the air conditioning filter according to the mainte-
nance schedule. In dusty areas or areas with heavy traffic flow, more fre-
quent cleaning or early replacement may be required. (For scheduled
maintenance information, please refer to the “Toyota Service Booklet” or
“Toyota Warranty Booklet”.)
If air flow from the vents decreases dramatically
The filter may be clogged. Check the filter and replace if necessary.
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the system
When using the air conditioning system, make sure that a filter is always
installed.
When cleaning the filter, do not clean the filter with water.
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565
5-1. Essential information
When trouble arises
L/C200_EE (OM60G38E)
If your vehicle needs to be towed
Before towing
The following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact
any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional, before towing.
The engine is running, but the vehicle will not move.
The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle towed by
any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional or a commercial towing service, using a
lift-type truck or a flat bed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by all state/pro-
vincial and local laws.
Use a towing dolly or flat bed truck.
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Vehicle specifications
L/C200_EE (OM60G38E)How to read oil container labels:
Either or both API registered marks are added to some oil containers
to help you select the oil you should use.
API Service Symbol
Top portion: The oil quality desig-
nation by API (American Petro-
leum Institute) (SN)
Center portion: The SAE viscosity
grade (SAE 0W-20)
Lower portion: “Resource-Con-
serving” means that the oil has
fuel-saving and environmental
protection capabilities.
ILSAC Certification Mark
The ILSAC (International Lubri-
cant Standardization and
Approval Committee) Certification
Mark is displayed on the front of
the container.
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685 Alphabetical index
L/C200_EE (OM60G38E)
Seat belts
Adjusting the seat belt............. 95
Child restraint system
installation........................... 160
Cleaning and maintaining
the seat belts ...................... 492
Emergency Locking
Retractor ............................... 97
How to wear your seat belt ..... 95
How your child should wear
the seat belt .......................... 98
Pregnant women, proper seat
belt use ................................. 97
Reminder light ....................... 576
Seat belt pretensioners ........... 96
Seat heaters ............................. 476
Seats
Adjustment
precautions ........................... 77
Child seats/child restraint
system installation .............. 160
Cleaning ................................ 491
Driver’s seat position
memory................................. 86
Front seat adjustment ............. 75
Head restraint ......................... 91
Properly sitting in the seat..... 135
Rear seat adjustment .............. 78
Seat heaters.......................... 476
Service reminder
indicators .............................. 207
Shift lever
Automatic transmission ......... 194
If the shift lever cannot
be shifted from “P” .............. 625
Side airbags ............................. 137
Side mirror
Adjusting and folding............. 106
Mirror position memory ........... 86Side turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs............. 559
Smart entry & start system
Entry function .......................... 40
Starting the engine................ 190
Spare tire
Inflation pressure .................. 659
Storage location .................... 596
Spark plug ................................ 655
Specifications .......................... 644
Speech command switch
*..... 424
Speedometer ............................ 203
Steering
Column lock release ............. 192
Steering wheel
Adjustment ............................ 101
Audio switches ...................... 399
Heated steering wheel .......... 474
Steering wheel position
memory ................................ 86
Stop lights
Wattage ................................ 661
Storage compartment ............. 484
Storage feature ........................ 452
Storage precautions ................ 318
Stuck
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 638
Sun visors ................................ 463
Sunshade
Roof ...................................... 114
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*: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the
“Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.