8OVERVIEW OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
Brake system warning light
Charging system warning light
Low engine oil pressure warning light
Low engine oil level warning light
Malfunction indicator lamp
Low fuel level warning light
Anti−lock brake system warning light
SRS warning light
DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) system indicator
light
Timing belt replacement warning light
Fuel filter warning light
Engine oil change reminder light
Headlight high beam indicator light
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Indicator symbols on the instrument panel
KEYS AND DOORS21
1. To unlock the fuel tank cap, insert
the key and turn it counterclockwise.
When refueling, turn off the engine.
CAUTION
DDo not smoke, cause sparks or al-
low open flames when refueling.
The fumes are flammable.
DWhen opening the cap, do not re-
move the cap quickly. In hot weath-
er, fuel under pressure could cause
injury by spraying out of the filler
neck if the cap is suddenly re-
moved.
2. To remove the fuel tank cap, turn
the cap slowly counterclockwise,
then pause slightly before removing
it.
It is not unusual to hear a slight swoosh
when the cap is opened.When installing,
make sure the tabs in the cap are proper-
ly aligned with the cutouts in the tank
opening. Then lock the cap by turning the
key clockwise.
CAUTION
DMake sure the cap is tightened se-
curely to prevent fuel spillage in
the event of an accident.
DDue to the regulation of fuel tank
pressure that these caps provide,
Toyota recommends to use a genu-
ine Toyota fuel tank cap. Another
fuel tank cap of matching quality
can also be used.
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Fuel tank cap
INFORMATION BEFORE DRIVING YOUR TOYOTA11 5
FUNCTIONS OF ENGINE OIL
Engine oil has the primary functions of
lubricating and cooling the inside of the
engine, and plays a major role in main-
taining the engine in proper working order.
ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION
It is normal that an engine should con-
sume some engine oil during normal
engine operation. The causes of oil
consumption in a normal engine are as
follows.
DOil is used to lubricate pistons, piston
rings and cylinders. A thin film of oil
is left on the cylinder wall when a pis-
ton moves downwards in the cylinder.
High negative pressure generated when
the vehicle is decelerating sucks some
of this oil into the combustion chamber.
This oil as well as some part of the oil
film left on the cylinder wall is burned
by the high temperature combustion
gases during the combustion process.
DOil is also used to lubricate the stems
of the intake valves. Some of this oil
is sucked into the combustion chamber
together with the intake air and is
burned along with the fuel. High tem-
perature exhaust gases also burn the
oil used to lubricate the exhaust valve
stems.
The amount of engine oil consumed de-
pends on the viscosity of the oil, the
quality of the oil and the conditions the
vehicle is driven under.
More oil is consumed by high−speed driv-
ing and frequent acceleration and decel-
eration.
A new engine consumes more oil, since
its pistons, piston rings and cylinder walls
have not become conditioned.
Oil consumption:Max. 1.0 L per 1000
km (1.1 qt./600 miles, 0.9 Imp. qt./600
miles)When judging the amount of oil con-
sumption, note that the oil may become
diluted and make it difficult to judge
the true level accurately.
As an example, if a vehicle is used for
repeated short trips, and consumes a nor-
mal amount of oil, the dipstick may not
show any drop in the oil level at all, even
after 1000 km (600 miles) or more. This
is because the oil is gradually becoming
diluted with fuel or moisture, making it
appear that the oil level has not changed.
The diluting ingredients evaporate out
when the vehicle is then driven at high
speeds, as on an expressway, making it
appear that oil is excessively consumed
after driving at high speeds.
IMPORTANCE OF ENGINE OIL LEVEL
CHECK
One of the most important points in prop-
er vehicle maintenance is to keep the en-
gine oil at the optimum level so that oil
function will not be impaired. Therefore, it
is essential that the oil level be checked
regularly. Toyota recommends that the oil
level be checked every time you refuel
the vehicle.
NOTICE
Failure to check the oil level regularly
could lead to serious engine trouble
due to insufficient oil.
For detailed information on oil level check,
see “Checking the engine oil level” on
page 188 in Section 7−2.
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Facts about engine oil
consumption
138STARTING AND DRIVING
CAUTION
DObserve the legal maximum speeds
for trailer towing.
DSlow down and downshift before
descending steep or long downhill
grades. Do not make sudden down-
shifts while descending steep or
long downhill grades.
DAvoid holding the brake pedal down
too long or too frequently. This
could cause the brakes to overheat
and result in reduced braking effi-
ciency.
Improving fuel economy is easy—just take
it easy. It will help make your vehicle last
longer, too. Here are some specific tips
on how to save money on both fuel and
repairs:
DKeep your tires inflated at the cor-
rect pressure.Underinflation causes
tire wear and wastes fuel. See page
193 in Section 7−2 for instructions.
DDo not carry unneeded weight in
your vehicle.Excess weight puts a
heavier load on the engine, causing
greater fuel consumption.
DAvoid lengthy warm−up idling.Once
the engine is running smoothly, begin
driving—but gently. Remember, howev-
er, that on cold winter days this may
take a little longer.
DAccelerate slowly and smoothly.
Avoid jackrabbit starts. Get into high
gear as quickly as possible.
DAvoid long engine idling.If you have
a long wait and you are not in traffic,
it is better to turn off the engine and
start again later.
DAvoid engine lugging or over−rev-
ving.Use a gear position suitable for
the road on which you are travelling.
DAvoid continuous speeding up and
slowing down.Stop−and−go driving
wastes fuel.
DAvoid unnecessary stopping and
braking.Maintain a steady pace. Try
to time the traffic signals so you only
need to stop as little as possible or
take advantage of through streets to
avoid traffic lights. Keep a proper dis-
tance from other vehicles to avoid sud-
den braking. This will also reduce wear
on your brakes.
DAvoid heavy traffic or traffic jams
whenever possible.
DDo not rest your foot on the clutch
or brake pedal.This causes premature
wear, overheating and poor fuel econo-
my.
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How to save fuel and make
your vehicle last longer
DO−IT−YOURSELF MAINTENANCE: Engine and Chassis187
Section 7−2
DO−IT−YOURSELF MAINTENANCE
Engine and Chassis
DChecking the engine oil level 188........................
DChecking the engine coolant level 190...................
DChecking the radiator, condenser and intercooler 192.....
DDraining fuel filter water 192............................
DChecking tire inflation pressure 193.....................
DChecking and replacing tires 194........................
DRotating tires 195......................................
DInstalling snow tires and chains 196.....................
DReplacing wheels 197..................................
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DO−IT−YOURSELF MAINTENANCE: Engine and Chassis193
Keep your tire inflation pressures at the
proper level.
The recommended cold tire inflation pres-
sures and tire sizes are given on page
218 in Section 8.
You should check the tire inflation pres-
sure every two weeks, or at least once a
month. And do not forget the spare!
Incorrect tire inflation pressure may waste
fuel, reduce the comfort of driving, reduce
tire life and make your vehicle less safe
to drive.
If a tire frequently needsrefilling,have it
checked by any authorized Toyota dealer
or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
The following instructions for checking
tire inflation pressure should be ob-
served:
DThe pressure should be checked only
when the tires are cold.If your ve-
hicle has been parked for at least 3
hours and has not been driven for
more than 1.5 km or 1 mile since, you
will get an accurate cold tire inflation
pressure reading.
DAlways use a tire pressure gauge.
The appearance of a tire can be mis-
leading. Besides, tire inflation pressur-
es that are even just a few pounds off
can degrade ride and handling.
DDo not bleed or reduce tire inflation
pressure after driving.It is normal for
the tire inflation pressure to be higher
after driving.
DBe sure to reinstall the tire valve
caps.Without the valve caps, dirt or
moisture could get into the valve core
and cause air leakage. If the caps
have been lost, have new ones put on
as soon as possible.
CAUTION
Keep your tires properly inflated.
Otherwise, the following conditions
may occur and cause an accident re-
sulting in death or serious injuries.
Low tire pressure (underinflation)—
DExcessive wear
DUneven wear
DPoor handling
DPossibility of blowouts from an
overheated tire
DPoor sealing of the tire bead
DWheel deformation and/or tire sepa-
ration
DA greater possibility of tire damage
from road hazards
High tire pressure (overinflation)—
DPoor handling
DExcessive wear
DUneven wear
DA greater possibility of tire damage
from road hazards
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Checking tire inflation
pressure
224INDEX
G
Gauge
Engine coolant temperature 68.........
Fuel 68...............................
Glove box 101...........................
Good driving practice 81.................
H
Hazard switch 64........................
Head restraints 27.......................
Headlight beam level control dial 63.......
Headlight switch 62......................
Heater idle up switch 93..................
High speed operation
During break−in 108...................
How to start the engine 124...............
I
Identification
Engine 122............................
Vehicle 120...........................
Ignition switch 80........................
Indicator symbols 8.....................
Instrument panel
Cigarette lighter and ashtrays 100......
Fuel gauge 68.........................
Indicator symbols 8....................
Odometer 70..........................
Tachometer 69........................
Trip meter 70..........................
Instrument panel overview 2,6...........
Intercooler
Checking the intercooler 192...........
J
Jack
Location 150..........................
Jump starting 143.......................
K
Keys 12,166............................
L
Light bulbs
Back−up lights 209....................
Front position lights 208................
Front turn signal lights 208.............
Headlights 206........................
License plate lights 210................
Rear fog light 210......................
Rear turn signal lights 209..............
Side turn signal lights 208..............
Stop/tail lights 209.....................
Light bulbs, Replacing 205...............
Light reminder buzzer 73.................
Light, Interior
Interior light 65........................
Limited slip differential 120...............
Lock
Side doors 13.........................
Side gate 16..........................
Steering column 80....................
Tailgate 16............................
Low brake fluid level warning light 73......
Low engine oil level warning light 73......
Low engine oil pressure
warning light 73.......................
Low fuel level warning light 73............
Low vacuum warning light 73.............
Luggage stowage precautions 119........
M
Maintenance
Do−it−yourself maintenance 185........
Does your vehicle need
repairing? 177.......................
Maintenance facts 176.................
Where to go for service 176............
Malfunction indicator lamp 73............
Manual regeneration switch,
Diesel particulate filter system 110......
Manual transmission
Driving with a manual
transmission 81.....................
Shift pattern 81........................
Maximum allowable speed
Manual transmission 81................
Mirrors
Folding rear view 59...................
Outside rear view 59...................
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