maintenance TOYOTA GT86 2014 Owners Manual (in English)

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1Before DrivingAdjusting and operating features such as door locks,
mirrors, and steering column.
2When DrivingDriving, stopping and safe-driving information.
3Interior FeaturesAir conditioning and audio systems, as well as other in-
terior features for a comfortable driving experience.
4Maintenance and
careCleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it-
yourself maintenance, and maintenance information.
5When trouble
arisesWhat to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat
tire, or is involved in an accident.
6Vehicle Specifi-
cationsDetailed vehicle information.
IndexAlphabetical listing of information contained in this man-
ual.

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4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior ........... 284
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior ............ 288
Cleaning and protecting
the Alcantara
® area .......... 292
4-2. Maintenance
Maintenance
requirements..................... 294
4-3. Do-it-yourself
maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions ....................... 297
Hood ................................... 300
Positioning a floor jack ........ 302
Engine compartment........... 304
Tires .................................... 317
Tire inflation pressure ......... 320
Wheels ................................ 322
Air conditioning filter ........... 324
Wireless remote control/
electronic key battery........ 326
Checking and replacing
fuses ................................. 330
Light bulbs .......................... 3385-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers ........... 358
If your vehicle needs to
be towed .......................... 359
If you think something
is wrong............................ 366
Fuel pump shut off
system.............................. 367
5-2. Steps to take in an
emergency
If a warning light turns
on or a warning buzzer
sounds... ......................... 368
If you have a flat tire
(vehicles with a
spare tire) ......................... 377
If you have a flat tire
(vehicles with an
emergency tire puncture
repair kit) .......................... 385
If the engine will not
start .................................. 400
If the shift lever cannot
be shifted from P .............. 403
If you lose your keys .......... 404
If the electronic key does
not operate properly ......... 405
4Maintenance and care5When trouble arises

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If the battery is
discharged ........................ 409
If your vehicle overheats ..... 414
If the vehicle becomes
stuck ................................. 417
If your vehicle has to
be stopped in an
emergency ........................ 419
6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data
(fuel, oil level, etc.)............ 422
Fuel information .................. 435
6-2. Customization
Customizable features ........ 437
Abbreviation list ........................ 440
Alphabetical index..................... 441
What to do if... ........................... 450
6Vehicle Specifications
Index

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When the vehicle cannot be started with the registered key (vehicles
without a smart entry & start system)
Remove the key and try again.
System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type engine immobilizer system.
Conditions that may cause the system to malfunction
If the key is in contact with a metallic object
If the key is in close proximity to or touching a key to the security system
(key with a built-in transponder chip) of another vehicle
Vehicles with a smart entry
& start system
The indicator light flashes after
the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch has been turned off to
indicate that the system is
operating.
The indicator light stops flash-
ing after the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch has been turned
to ACCESSORY or IGNITION
ON mode to indicate that the
system has been canceled.

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4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior ......... 284
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior .......... 288
Cleaning and protecting
the Alcantara
® area ........ 292
4-2. Maintenance
Maintenance
requirements................... 294
4-3. Do-it-yourself
maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions ..................... 297
Hood ................................. 300
Positioning a floor jack ...... 302
Engine compartment......... 304
Tires .................................. 317
Tire inflation pressure ....... 320
Wheels .............................. 322
Air conditioning filter ......... 324
Wireless remote control/
electronic key battery...... 326
Checking and replacing
fuses ............................... 330
Light bulbs ........................ 338

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Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior
Handling the antenna
Before washing the vehicle, the antenna can be removed.
Removal
Installation
Perform the following to protect the vehicle and maintain it in prime
condition.
Working from top to bottom, liberally apply water to the vehicle
body, wheel wells and underside of the vehicle to remove any
dirt and dust.
Wash the vehicle body using a sponge or soft cloth, such as a
chamois.
For hard-to-remove marks, use car wash soap and rinse thor-
oughly with water.
Wipe away any water.
Wax the vehicle when the waterproof coating deteriorates.
If water does not bead on a clean surface, apply wax when the vehicle
body is cool.

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Automatic car washes
Fold the mirrors and remove the antenna before washing the vehicle.
Start washing from the front of the vehicle. Make sure to re-install the
antenna and extend the mirrors before driving.
Brushes used in automatic car washes may scratch the vehicle surface
and harm your vehicle’s paint.
Vehicles with a rear spoiler: In certain automatic car washes, the rear
spoiler may interfere with machine operation. This may prevent the vehi-
cle from being cleaned properly or result in damage to the rear spoiler.
High pressure car washes
Do not allow the nozzles of the car wash to come within close proximity
of the windows.
Before car wash, check that the fuel filler door on your vehicle is closed
properly.
Aluminum wheels
Remove any dirt immediately by using a neutral detergent. Do not use
hard brushes or abrasive cleaners. Do not use strong or harsh chemical
cleaners. Use the same mild detergent and wax as used on the paint.
Do not use detergent on the wheels when they are hot, for example after
driving for long distance in the hot weather.
Wash detergent from the wheels immediately after use.
Parts containing resin such as the bumper
Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners.

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CAUTION
When washing the vehicle
Do not apply water to the inside of the engine compartment. Doing so may
cause the electrical components etc. to catch fire.
Precautions regarding the exhaust pipes
Exhaust gasses cause the exhaust pipes and rear bumper diffusers to
become quite hot.
When washing the vehicle, be careful not to touch the pipes and diffusers
until they have cooled sufficiently, as touching hot exhaust pipes and rear
bumper diffusers can cause burns.
NOTICE
To prevent paint deterioration and corrosion on the body and compo-
nents (aluminum wheels etc.)
Wash the vehicle immediately in the following cases:
• After driving near the sea coast
• After driving on salted roads
• If you see coal tar or tree sap on the paint surface
• If you see dead insects, insect droppings or bird droppings on the paint
• After driving in an area contaminated with soot, oily smoke, mine dust,
iron powder or chemical substances
• If the vehicle becomes heavily soiled in dust or mud
• If liquids such as benzene and gasoline are spilled on the paint surface
If the paint is chipped or scratched, have it repaired immediately.
To prevent the wheels from corroding, remove any dirt and store in a place
with low humidity when storing the wheels.
Protective film for side sill plates (if equipped)
Make sure to remove the protective film. Failure to do so may cause rust,
depending on conditions.

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NOTICE
Cleaning the exterior lights
Wash carefully. Do not use organic substances or scrub with a hard brush.
This may damage the surfaces of the lights.
Do not apply wax on the surfaces of the lights.
Wax may cause damage to the lenses.
Antenna installation and removal precautions
Before driving, ensure that the antenna is installed.
When the antenna is removed, such as before entering an automatic car
wash, make sure to store it in a suitable place so as not to lose it. Also,
before driving, make sure to reinstall the antenna in its original position.
To prevent damage to the windshield wiper arms
When lifting the wiper arms away from the windshield, pull the driver side
wiper arm upward first, and repeat for the passenger side. When returning
the wipers to their original position, do so from the passenger side first.
To prevent damage to the antenna
Remove the antenna in the following situations:
When the antenna will touch the ceiling of a garage or other such places
When a car cover is to be used to cover the vehicle
When using an automatic car wash

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Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior
The following procedures will help protect your vehicle's interior and
keep it in top condition:
Protecting the vehicle interior
Remove dirt and dust using a vacuum cleaner. Wipe dirty sur-
faces with a cloth dampened with lukewarm water.
When the interior is extremely dirty, wipe away the dirt using a
soft cloth slightly dampened with diluted neutral detergent.
Cleaning the leather areas
Remove dirt and dust using a vacuum cleaner.
Wipe any excess dirt and dust with a soft cloth dampened with
diluted detergent.
Use a diluted water solution of approximately 5% neutral wool
detergent.
Wring out any excess water from the cloth and thoroughly
wipe off all remaining traces of detergent.
Wipe the surface with a dry, soft cloth to remove any remain-
ing moisture. Allow the leather to dry in a shaded ventilated
area.
Synthetic leather areas
Remove loose dirt using a vacuum cleaner.
Apply a mild soap solution to the synthetic leather.
Allow the solution to soak in for a few minutes. Remove the
dirt and wipe off the solution with a clean, damp cloth.