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Instruments and controls.Especially
make sure the service reminder indicators,
instrument lights, and defroster are work-
ing.
Brakes.Make sure the pedal has enough
clearance.
Spare fuses.Make sure you have spare
fuses. They should cover all the amperage
ratings designated on the fuse box lid.
In the engine compartment
Coolant level.Make sure the coolant lev-
el is correct. (See page 190 in Section
7−2 for instructions.)
Wiring.Look for damaged, loose, or dis-
connected wires.
Fuel lines.Check the lines for leaks or
loose connections.
AFTER STARTING THE ENGINE
Exhaust system.If you notice any
change in the sound of the exhaust or
smell exhaust fumes, have the cause lo-
cated and corrected immediately. (See
“Engine exhaust cautions” on page 114 in
Section 2.)
Engine oil level.Stop the engine and
check the dipstick with the vehicle parked
on a level spot. (See page 188 in Section
7−2 for instructions.)
WHILE DRIVING
Instruments.Make sure the speedometer
and gauges are working.
Brakes.In a safe place, check that the
brakes do not pull to one side when ap-
plied.
Anything unusual?Look for loose parts
and leaks. Listen for abnormal noises.
If everything looks O.K., set your mind at
ease and enjoy your trip!DAlways slow down in gusty crosswinds.
This will allow you much better control.
DDrive slowly onto curbs and, if pos-
sible, at a right angle. Avoid driving
onto high, sharp−edged objects and
other road hazards. Failure to do so
can lead to severe tire damage such
as a tire burst.
Drive slowly when passing over bumps
or travelling on abumpy road. Other-
wise, the impact could cause severe
damage to the tires and/or wheels.
DWhen parking on a hill, turn the front
wheels until they touch the curb so
that the vehicle will not roll. Apply the
parking brake, and place the transmis-
sion in first or reverse. If necessary,
block the wheels.
DWashing your vehicle or driving through
deep water may get the brakes wet. To
see whether they are wet, check that
there is no traffic near you, and then
press the pedal lightly. If you do not
feel a normal braking force, the brakes
are probably wet. To dry them, drive
the vehicle cautiously while lightly
pressing the brake pedal with the park-
ing brake applied. If they still do not
work safely, pull to the side of the road
and call any authorized Toyota dealer
or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional, for assis-
tance.
CAUTION
DBefore driving off, make sure the
parking brake is fully released and
the parking brake reminder light is
off.
DDo not leave your vehicle unat-
tended while the engine is running.
DDo not rest your foot on the brake
pedal while driving. It can cause
dangerous overheating, needless
wear, and poor fuel economy.
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conditions
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Ty p e A
Good Blown
Ty p e B
Good Blown
Ty p e C
Good Blown
Instrument panel
If the headlights or other electrical
components do not work, check the
fuses. If any of the fuses are blown,
they must be replaced.
See “Fuse locations” on page 182 in Sec-
tion 7−1 for locations of the fuses.
Turn the engine switch and inoperative
component off. Pull the suspected fuse
straight out and check it.
Determine which fuse may be causing the
problem. The lid of the fuse box shows
the name of the circuit for each fuse. See
page 219 in Section 8 for the functions
controlled by each circuit.
Type A fuses can be pulled out by the
pull−out tool. The location of the pull−out
tool is shown in the illustration.
If you are not sure whether the fuse has
blown, try replacing the suspected fuse
with one that you know is good.
If the fuse has blown, push a new fuse
into the clip.
Only install a fuse with the amperage rat-
ing designated on the fuse box lid.
If you do not have a spare fuse, in an
emergency you can pull out the “CIG”,
“DOME” or “A/C” fuse, which may be dis-
pensable for normal driving, and use it if
its amperage rating is the same.
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222INDEX
A
Adding washer fluid 204..................
Adjustment
Driver ’s seat 25.......................
Seat belt 28...........................
Air bleeding 142.........................
Air conditioning filter 93..................
Air conditioningsystem 84...............
Airbag 38...............................
Anti−lock brake system
warning light 73.......................
Anti−theft steering column lock 80........
Appearance care
Cleaning the interior 173...............
Protecting your Toyota from
corrosion 170.......................
Washing and waxing 171...............
Auxiliary box 102........................
B
Battery
Access 182...........................
Checking battery condition 200.........
Gas caution 200.......................
Handling safety 200...................
Recharging precautions 202............
Winter driving tips 129.................
Before starting the engine 124............
Brake pad wear indicators 119............
Brake system 116.......................
Brake system warning light 73............
Brakes
Pad wear indicators 119................
Parking 82............................
Break−in tips 108........................
C
Carbon monoxide caution 114............
Card holder 104.........................
Center console box 103..................
Charging system warning light 73.........
Checking and replacing fuses 203........
Checking the engine oil level 188.........
Checking the radiator, condenser and
intercooler 192........................Child restraint
Child restraint system 45...............
Installation 48,51......................
Precautions 44........................
Types of child restraint system 46.......
Cigarette lighter and ashtrays 100........
Cleaning the interior 173.................
Cold weather
Operation 129.........................
Condenser
Checking the condenser 192...........
Controls, Instrument panel 2,6...........
Cooling system
Coolant level 190......................
Engine overheating 148................
Radiator and reservoir 190.............
Radiator cap 148......................
Winter driving tips 129.................
Corrosion prevention 170................
Cup holder 102..........................
D
Diesel particulate filter system 110........
Differential, Limited slip 120..............
Dimmer switch, Headlight 62.............
Directional signals 62....................
Do−it−yourself maintenance
Service precautions 185...............
Does your vehicle need repairing? 177....
Doors
Side doors 13.........................
DPF system 110.........................
Driver ’s seat 25.........................
Driving
Driving tips 124........................
Manual transmission 81................
Driving in the rain 128....................
Driving tips
Driving in the rain 128..................
Driving tips in various conditions 127....
Driving with a manual
transmission 81.....................
Economical driving 138................
Good driving practice 81...............
Pre−trip safety check 126..............
Winter driving tips 129.................
During
Break−in 108..........................
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E
Economical driving
Saving money on both fuel and
repairs 138..........................
Electrical system
Access to the battery 182..............
Battery 200,202.......................
Fuse locations 182....................
Fuses 203............................
Emergency flasher switch 64.............
Emergency, In case of
Bleeding the fuelsystem 142...........
Blown fuse 203........................
Emergency flasher switch 64...........
Flat tire 149...........................
If you cannot increase engine
speed 147..........................
If you lose your keys 166...............
If your engine stalls while
driving 147..........................
If your vehicle becomes stuck 162......
If your vehicle has to be stopped in
an emergency 167...................
If your vehicle needs to be
towed 163...........................
If your vehicle will not start 142.........
Jump starting 143.....................
Overheating 148.......................
Towing 163............................
Engine
Access hole cover 17..................
Before starting the engine 124..........
Checking the coolant level 190.........
Engine compartment 180...............
Exhaust gas caution 114...............
Identification number 122..............
Oil consumption 115...................
Oil level 188...........................
Overheating 148.......................
Starting procedure 124.................
Turning off an engine with
turbocharger 126....................
Engine coolant
Temperature gauge 68.................
Winter driving tips 129.................
Engine coolant temperature gauge 68.....Engine oil
Oil maintenance management
system 70..........................
Winter driving tips 129.................
Engine oil change reminder light 73.......
Engine switch 80........................
Exhaust gas caution 114.................
F
Facts about engine oil
consumption 115......................
Flasher, Headlight 62....................
Flat tire
After changing wheels 162.............
If you have a flat tire 149...............
Installing wheel 159....................
Jack point 157.........................
Jacking precautions 149...............
Jacking up 157........................
Loosening wheel nuts 155..............
Lowering vehicle 160..................
Reinstalling wheel ornament 161........
Removing wheel ornament 155.........
Replacing inner rear wheel 158.........
Wheel block 154.......................
Floor mat 104...........................
Fluid level
Washer fluid 204......................
Fog light switch, Rear 64.................
Foreign countries, Operation in 110.......
Fuel
Bleeding the fuelsystem 142...........
Draining fuel filter water 192............
Fuel economy 138.....................
Gauge 68.............................
Operation in foreign countries 110......
Tank cap 21...........................
Fuel filter
Draining fuel filter water 192............
Fuel filter warning light 73................
Fuel information 108.....................
Fuse
Fuse box 203..........................
Fuse locations 182......................
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