2014 TOYOTA GT86 Owners Manual (in English)

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself ser vice precautions
If you perform maintenance yourself, be sure to follow the correct
procedures as given in these s

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CAUTION
The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may
move suddenly, become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death
or s

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CAUTION
When working near the electric cooling fans or radiator grille
Vehicles without a smart entry & start system: Be sure the

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Hood
Release the lock from the inside of the vehicle to open the hood.
Pull the hood release lever.
The hood will pop up slightly.
Push the auxiliary catch

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Pre-driving check
Check that the hood is fully closed and locked. 
If the hood is not locked properly it may open while th

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Positioning a floor jack
When raising your vehicle with a floor jack, position the jack cor-
rectly. Improper placement may damage your vehicle or cause inj

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CAUTION
When raising your vehicle
Make sure to observe the following precautions to reduce the possibility of
death or serious inj

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Engine compartment
*: For right-hand drive vehicles: This is located on the opposite side of the
engine compartment.
Battery* (P.  3 1 1 )
Engine oil lev