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3-4. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list .................. 438
• Personal lights .................. 439
• Interior light ....................... 439
3-5. Using the storage features
List of storage features ....... 440
• Glove box ......................... 442
• Console box...................... 443
• Cup holders ...................... 444
• Bottle holders.................... 446
• Auxiliary boxes ................. 447
3-6. Other interior features
Sun visors ........................... 449
Vanity mirror ....................... 450
Clock ................................... 451
Ashtray................................ 452
Cigarette lighter .................. 453
Power outlet ........................ 454
Seat heaters ....................... 455
Floor mat............................. 457
Compass............................. 459
Deck hooks ......................... 4654-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior ........... 468
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior ............ 472
4-2. Maintenance
Maintenance
requirements .................... 476
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions ...................... 480
Hood................................... 484
Engine compartment .......... 486
Tires ................................... 503
Tire inflation pressure......... 507
Wheels ............................... 509
Air conditioning filter ........... 511
Wireless remote control
battery .............................. 513
Checking and replacing
fuses ................................ 516
Light bulbs .......................... 532
4Maintenance and care
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5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers ............ 548
If your vehicle needs
to be towed ....................... 549
If you think something is
wrong ................................ 555
Fuel pump shut off
system .............................. 556
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning light turns
on or a warning
buzzer sounds .................. 557
If you have a flat tire ........... 565
If the engine will not start .... 584
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ................... 585
If you lose your keys ........... 586
If the vehicle battery is
discharged ........................ 587
If your vehicle overheats ..... 592
If you run out of fuel and
the engine stalls................ 595
If the vehicle becomes
stuck ................................. 596
If your vehicle has
to be stopped in
an emergency ................... 5986-1. Specifications
Maintenance data
(fuel, oil level, etc.) ........... 602
Fuel information ................. 623
6-2. Initialization
Items to initialize................. 625
Abbreviation list ............... 628
Alphabetical index ........... 629
What to do if... ................. 639
5When trouble arises6Vehicle specifications
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49 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
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Operation signals
The emergency flashers flash to indicate that the doors have been locked/
unlocked. (Locked: once; Unlocked: twice)
Security feature
If a door is not opened within approximately 30 seconds after the vehicle is
unlocked, the security feature automatically locks the vehicle again.
Conditions affecting operation
The wireless remote control function may not operate normally in the follow-
ing situations:
Near a TV tower, radio station, electric power plant, airport or other facil-
ity that generates strong radio waves
When carrying a portable radio, cellular phone or other wireless commu-
nication devices
When multiple wireless keys are in the vicinity
When the wireless key is in contact with, or is covered by a metallic
object
When a wireless key (that emits radio waves) is being used nearby
When the wireless key has been left near an electrical appliance such as
a personal computer
Key battery depletion
If the wireless remote control function does not operate, the battery may be
depleted. Replace the battery when necessary. (P. 513)
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92 1-4. Opening and closing the windows
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Window lock switch
Press the switch down to lock
the passenger window switches.
Use this switch to prevent chil-
dren from accidentally opening or
closing a passenger window.
The power windows can be operated when
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
Jam protection function (type B)
If an object becomes caught between the window and the window frame,
window travel is stopped and the window is opened slightly.
If the battery is disconnected (driver’s window only) (type B)
The power windows must be initialized in order to ensure proper operation.
Open the window halfway.
Fully close the window by pulling the switch up and continue hold-
ing the switch for 1 second.
The indicator on the switch changes from a flashing pattern to being on
when initial settings are complete.
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165 2-1. Driving procedures
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When driving
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CAUTION
When starting the engine
Always start the engine while sitting in the driver’s seat. Do not depress the
accelerator pedal while starting the engine under any circumstances.
Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
Caution when driving
Do not turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position while driving.
If in an emergency, you must turn the engine off while the vehicle is moving,
turn the engine switch only to the “ACC” position to stop the engine. An acci-
dent may result if the engine is stopped while driving.
NOTICE
To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the engine switch in the “ACC” or “ON” position for long periods
of time without the engine running.
When starting the engine
Do not crank the engine for more than 30 seconds at a time. This may
overheat the starter and wiring system.
Do not race a cold engine.
If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently, have the engine
checked immediately.
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179 2-2. Instrument cluster
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When driving
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The meters illuminate when
Vehicles without optitron type meter
The front position lights is turned on.
Vehicles with optitron type meter
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
The odometer and trip meter display illuminate when
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
The brightness of the instrument panel lights
When the headlight switch is turned to on, the brightness will be reduced
slightly unless the control dial is turned fully clockwise.
When disconnecting and reconnecting battery terminals
The trip meter data will be reset.
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the engine and its components
Do not let the indicator needle of the tachometer enter the red zone, which
indicates the maximum engine speed.
The engine may be overheating if the engine coolant temperature gauge is
in the red zone (H). In this case, immediately stop the vehicle in a safe
place, and check the engine after it has cooled completely. (P. 592)
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190 2-2. Instrument cluster
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Outside temperature display
In the following situations, the correct outside temperature may not be dis-
played, or the display may take longer than normal to change:
When the vehicle is stopped, or moving at low speeds (less than 20 km/h
[12 mph])
When the outside temperature has changed suddenly (at the entrance/
exit of a garage, tunnel, etc.)
When “--” is displayed
The system may be malfunctioning. Take your vehicle to any authorized
Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped profes-
sional.
When disconnecting and reconnecting battery terminals
The following information data and settings will be reset:
Average fuel consumption
Average vehicle speed
Elapsed time
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194 2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
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NOTICE
To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the lights on longer than necessary when the engine is not run-
ning.