manual transmission TOYOTA GT86 2012 Owner's Guide

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401 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
FT86_EEVehicles with a manual transmission
Ensure that the shift lever is in N and depress the clutch
pedal.
Touch the Toyota emblem side of
the electronic key to the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch.
When the electronic key is
detected, a buzzer sounds and
the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch will turn to IGNITION ON
mode.
When the smart entry & start sys-
tem is deactivated in customiza-
tion setting, the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch will turn to ACCES-
SORY mode.
Firmly depress the clutch pedal and check that the smart
entry & start system indicator light (green) turns on.
Press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch.
In the event that the “ENGINE START STOP” switch still cannot be
operated, contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another
duly qualified and equipped professional.
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4

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Stopping the engine
Vehicles with an automatic transmission: Shift the shift lever to P and press
the “ENGINE START STOP” switch as you normally do when stopping the
engine.
Vehicles with a manual transmission: Shift the shift lever to N and press the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch as you normally do when stopping the
engine.
Replacing the key battery
As the above procedure is a temporary measure, it is recommended that the
electronic key battery be replaced immediately when the battery depletes.
(P. 320)
Changing “ENGINE START STOP” switch modes (if the smart entry &
start system has been deactivated in a customized setting)
Vehicles with an automatic transmission
Release the brake pedal and press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch in
above.The engine does not start and modes will be changed each
time the switch is pressed. (P. 168)
Vehicles with a manual transmission
Release the clutch pedal and press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch in
above.The engine does not start and modes will be changed each
time the switch is pressed. (P. 168)
If the doors cannot be locked or unlocked by the smart entry & start
system
Lock and unlock the doors by the mechanical key or wireless remote control.
STEP 3
STEP 3

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
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If the vehicle becomes stuck
When it is difficult to free the vehicle
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle
becomes stuck in mud, dirt, or snow:
Stop the engine. Set the parking brake and shift the shift
lever to P (vehicles with an automatic transmission) or N
(vehicles with a manual transmission).
Remove the mud, snow or sand from around the rear
wheels.
Place wood, stones or some other material under the rear
wheels to help provide traction.
Restart the engine.
Shift the shift lever to the D or R position (vehicles with an
automatic transmission) or 1 or R position (vehicles with a
manual transmission) and release the parking brake. Then,
while exercising caution, depress the accelerator pedal.STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
STEP 5
Press to turn off TRC.

423 6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
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Cooling system
Ignition system
CapacityVehicles with an automatic transmission
7.5 L (7.9 qt., 6.6 Imp. qt.)
Vehicles with a manual transmission
7.2 L (7.6 qt., 6.3 Imp. qt.)
Coolant typeUse either of the following.
• “TOYOTA Genuine 50/50 Pre-mixed Super Long
Life Coolant BLUE”
• Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-
silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-borate
coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid technol-
ogy
Do not use plain water alone.
Spark plug
Make
GapDENSO ZXE27HBR8
0.8 mm (0.031 in.)
NOTICE
Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust gap when tuning engine.

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Vehicle specifications
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Automatic transmission
*: The fluid capacity is provided as a reference.
If replacement is necessary, contact any authorized Toyota dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
Manual transmission
Fluid capacity* 7.5 L (7.9 qt., 6.6 Imp. qt.)
Fluid type TOYOTA Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
Using automatic transmission fluid other than “TOYOTA Genuine ATF WS”
may cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of your transmission accom-
panied by vibration, and ultimately damage the automatic transmission of your
vehicle.
Gear oil capacity (Reference) 2.2 L (2.3 qt., 1.9 Imp. qt.)
Gear oil type and viscosityUse either of the following:
• “TOYOTA Genuine MG Gear Oil special
II”
• Other gear oil that meets API GL-3 and
SAE 75W-90 specifications
NOTICE
Manual transmission gear oil
Using a manual transmission gear oil other than “TOYOTA Genuine MG
Gear Oil special II” may cause occurrences of rattling noises while idling and
poor fuel consumption.

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C..................................... 236, 244
ABS ........................................... 222
Air conditioning filter .............. 318
Air conditioning system
Air conditioning filter.............. 318
Automatic air conditioning
system ................................ 244
Manual air conditioning
system ................................ 236
Airbags
Airbag manual on/off
system ................................ 148
Airbag operating
conditions ................... 105, 111
Airbag precautions for
your child ............................ 117
Airbag warning light .............. 363
Curtain shield airbag
operating conditions ........... 111
Curtain shield airbag
precautions ......................... 117
General airbag precautions... 117
Locations of airbags ................ 96
Modification and
disposal of airbags.............. 121
Proper driving posture..... 94, 117
Side airbag operating
conditions ........................... 111
Side airbag precautions ........ 117
Side and curtain shield
airbags operating
conditions ........................... 111
Side and curtain shield
airbags precautions ............ 117
SRS airbags ............................ 96Antenna .................................... 281
Anti-lock brake system ........... 222
Ashtray ..................................... 266
Audio input............................... 254
Audio system
Antenna ................................ 281
Audio input ............................ 254
AUX port ............................... 254
Portable music player ........... 254
USB port ............................... 254
Automatic air conditioning
system .................................... 244
Automatic headlight
leveling system ..................... 209
Automatic light
control system....................... 205
Automatic transmission
Automatic transmission......... 177
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ..................... 397
Manual mode ........................ 180
Mode select switch ............... 179
AUX port ................................... 254
Auxiliary box ............................ 274A

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Keyless entry ............................. 47
Keys
Electronic key.......................... 28
Engine switch ................ 165, 174
If you lose your keys ............. 398
If your electronic key
battery is discharged .......... 399
Key number............................. 28
Keyless entry .......................... 47
Keys ........................................ 28
Mechanical key ....................... 29
Wireless remote control key.... 47
License plate lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 332
Wattage................................. 427
Light bulbs
Replacing .............................. 332
Wattage................................. 427
Lights
Door courtesy lights .............. 255
Emergency flasher switch ..... 352
Engine switch light ................ 255
Fog light switch ..................... 212
Hazard light switch ................ 352
Headlights switch .................. 205
Interior light switch ................ 256
Replacing light bulbs ............. 332
Turn signal lever ................... 187
Vanity lights........................... 263
Wattage................................. 427Maintenance
Do-it-yourself maintenance ... 291
Maintenance data ................. 416
Maintenance requirements ... 288
Manual air conditioning
system .................................... 236
Manual transmission ............... 184
Meter
Instrument panel
light control ......................... 193
Meters ................................... 190
Mirrors
Inside rear view mirror ............ 74
Side mirror heater ................. 252
Side mirrors ............................ 75
Vanity mirrors........................ 263
Multi-information display ........ 200
Odometer.................................. 190
Oil
Engine oil .............................. 299
Opener
Fuel filler door ......................... 81
Hood ..................................... 294
Trunk....................................... 53
Outside rear view mirrors
Adjusting and folding .............. 75
Outside temperature
display .................................... 265
Overheating, Engine................ 408K
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Seats
Adjustment .............................. 58
Adjustment precautions .......... 61
Child seats/child restraint
system installation .............. 133
Cleaning ................................ 282
Head restraint ......................... 64
Properly sitting in the seat....... 94
Seat heaters.......................... 269
Service reminder
indicators .............................. 195
Shift lever
Automatic transmission ......... 177
If the shift lever cannot
be shifted from P ................ 397
Manual transmission ............. 184
Shift lock system ..................... 397
Side airbags .............................. 96
Side mirror
Adjusting and folding............... 75
Side turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 332
Switch ................................... 187
Wattage................................. 427
Smart entry & start system
Antenna location ..................... 33
Entry function .......................... 31
Starting the engine ................ 165Spare tire
Inflation pressure .................. 426
Storage location .................... 371
Spark plug ................................ 423
Specifications .......................... 416
Speedometer
Speedometer ........................ 190
Steering
Column lock release ............... 73
Steering wheel
Adjustment .............................. 73
Storage feature ........................ 257
Stuck
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 411
Sun visors ................................ 262
Switch
Airbag manual on/off............. 148
Driving mode selector
switch ................................. 179
Emergency flasher switch ..... 352
Engine switch................ 165, 174
Fog light switch ..................... 212
Hazard light switch................ 352
Ignition switch ............... 165, 174
Light switches ....................... 205
“ODO/TRIP” switch ............... 192
Power door lock switch ........... 51
Power window switch.............. 78
Transmission shift
switches...................... 180, 182
Window lock switch................. 78
Wiper and washer switch ...... 214