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For left-hand second seat
For right-hand second seat
High heating temperature
Low heating temperature
To turn on the seat heater, press
“HI” or “LO”.
Off
■The seat heaters can be used when
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
Second outboard seat heaters (if equipped)
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5-4. Using the other interior features
Other interior features
While the engine is running, the cool box, which is cooled by t he air
conditioning , can be used.
Lift the lid while pulling up the
lower lever to release the lock.
Turns the cool box on/off
When on, the indicator light comes
on.
If the front air conditioning system
is not in use, the front air condition-
ing system is automatically turned
on when the cool box is turned on.
■ While the cool box is on
The front air conditioning system cannot be turned off.
■ When the outside temperature is 32 F (0 C) or below
The cool box may not operate.
Cool box (if equipped)
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6Maintenance and care
6-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior .......... 444
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ........... 447
6-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ................... 450
General maintenance........ 453
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs......................... 456
6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ..................... 457
Hood ................................. 459
Engine compartment ......... 460
Tires .................................. 473
Tire inflation pressure ....... 482
Wheels .............................. 485
Air conditioning filter.......... 487
Electronic key battery........ 489
Checking and replacing fuses ............................... 491
Headlight aim .................... 495
Light bulbs......................... 497
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6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Air conditioning filter
Turn the engine switch IGNITION ON mode and switch to recircu-
lated air mode, then turn the engine switch off.
Open the glove box and remo ve the separate tray. (P. 4 1 1 )
Remove the filter cover.
Remove the filter case.
If the filter is dirty, clean by blow-
ing compressed air through the fil-
ter from the downward side.
Hold the air gun 2 in. (5 cm) from
the filter and blow for approxi-
mately 2 minutes at 72 psi
(500 kPa, 5.0 kgf/cm
2 or bar).
If it is not available, have the filter
cleaned by your Toyota dealer.
The air conditioning filter must be cleaned or changed regularly
to maintain air condi tioning efficiency.
Removal method
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6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Remove the air conditioning filter
and replace it with a new one.
The “UP” marks shown on the fil-
ter should be pointing up.
■ Checking interval
Inspect, clean and replace the air conditioning filter according to the
maintenance schedule. In dusty areas or areas with heavy traffic flow, more
frequent cleaning or early replacement may be required.
(For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to the “Ow ner’s
Manual Supplement” or “Scheduled Maintenance”.)
■ If air flow from the ven ts decreases dramatically
The filter may be clogged. Check the filter and replace if nece ssary.
Replacement method
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UP
UP
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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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When trouble arises
7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If you think something is wrong
●Fluid leaks un der the vehicle
(Water dripping from the air conditioning a fter use is normal.)
● Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
● Engine coolant temperature gauge needle continually points high er
than normal
● Engine oil pressure gauge contin ually points lower than normal.
● Voltmeter continually points higher or lower than normal.
● Changes in exhaust sound
● Excessive tire squeal when cornering
● Strange noises related to the suspension system
● Pinging or other noises related to the engine
● Engine missing, stumb ling or running roughly
● Appreciable loss of power
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one s ide when driving on a level road
● Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling, pedal almost touch es
the floor
If you notice any of the followi ng symptoms, your vehicle proba -
bly needs adjustment or repair. Contact your Toyota dealer as
soon as possible.
Visible symptoms
Audible symptoms
Operational symptoms
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When trouble arises
7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If your vehicle overheats
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air conditioning sys-
tem, and then stop the engine.
If you see steam:
Carefully lift the hood after the steam subsides.
If you do not see steam:
Carefully lift the hood.
After the engine has cooled down sufficiently, inspect the hoses and
radiator core (radiat or) for any leaks.
Radiator
Cooling fans
If a large amount of coolant
leaks, immediately contact your
Toyota dealer.
The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating.
● The needle of the engine c oolant temperature gauge (P. 93)
enters the red zone or a loss of engine power is experienced. ( For
example, the vehicle s peed does not increase.)
● Steam is coming from under the hood.
Correction procedures
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The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the “F” and “L” lines
on the reservoir.
Reservoir
“F”
“L”
Radiator cap
Add coolant if necessary.
Water can be used in an emer-
gency if coolant is unavailable.
Start the engine and turn the ai r conditioning system on to check
that the air conditioning condenser cooling fans operate and to
check for coolant l eaks from the radiator or hoses.
The fans operate when the air conditioning system is turned on immedi-
ately after a cold start. Confirm that the fans are operating b y checking the
fan sound and air flow. If it is difficult to check these, turn the air condition-
ing system on and off repeatedly.
(The fans may not operate in freezing temperatures.)
If the fans are not operating:
Stop the engine immediately and contact your Toyota dealer.
If the fans are operating:
Have the vehicle ins pected at the nearest Toyota dealer.
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