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Exhaust system
If you notice any change in the sound of
the exhaust or smell exhaust fumes, have
the cause located and corrected immedi-
ately. (See “Engine exhaust cautions” on
page 213.)
INSIDE THE VEHICLE
Items listed below should be checked
regularly, e.g. while performing periodic
services, cleaning the vehicle, etc.
Lights
Make sure the headlights, stop lights, tail
lights, turn signal lights, and other lights
are all working. Check headlight aim.
Service reminder indicators and warning
buzzers
Check that all service reminder indicators
and warning buzzers function properly.
Steering wheel
Be alert for changes in steering condition,
such as hard steering or strange noise.Seats
Check that all front seat controls such as
seat adjusters, seatback recliner, etc. op-
erate smoothly and that all latches lock
securely in any position. Check that the
head restraint move up and down smooth-
ly and that the locks hold securely in any
latched position. For folding
−down rear
seatbacks, swing −up rear seat cushions
and detachable third seats, check that the
latches lock securely.
Seat belts
Check that the seat belt system such as
buckles, retractors and anchors operate
properly and smoothly. Make sure the belt
webbing is not cut, frayed, worn or dam-
aged.
Accelerator pedal
Check the pedal for smooth operation and
uneven pedal effort or catching.
Brake pedal
Check the pedal for smooth operation and
that the pedal has the proper clearance.
Check the brake booster function.
Brakes
In a safe place, check that the brakes do
not pull to one side when applied. Parking brake
Check that the lever has the proper travel
and that, on a safe incline, your vehicle
is held securely with only the parking
brake applied.
Automatic transmission “Park” mecha-
nism
Check the lock release button of the se-
lector lever for proper and smooth opera-
tion. On a safe incline, check that your
vehicle is held securely with the selector
lever in “P” position and all brakes re-
leased.
OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE
Items listed below should be performed
from time to time, unless otherwise
specified.
Fluid leaks
Check underneath for leaking fuel, oil, wa-
ter or other fluid after the vehicle has
been parked for a while. If you smell fuel
fumes or notice any leak, have the cause
found and corrected immediately.
Doors and engine hood
Check that all doors and back door oper-
ate smoothly and all latches lock securely.
Make sure the engine hood secondary
latch secures the hood from opening when
the primary latch is released.

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BRAKES
Minimum pedal clearance when depressed
with the force of 490 N (50 kgf, 110 lbf)
with the engine running, mm (in.): 116 (4.6)
Pedal free play, mm (in.): 1 – 6 (0.04 – 0.24)
Pad wear limit, mm (in.): 1.0 (0.04)
Lining wear limit, mm (in.): 1.0 (0.04)
Parking brake adjustment when pulled with
the force of 196 N (20 kgf, 44 lbf): 4 – 6 clicks
Fluid type: SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3
STEERING
Wheel free play: Less than 40 mm (1.6 in.)
Power steering fluid type: Automatic transmission fluid DEXRON
\bII
or III

334 A
Adding washer fluid315
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Adjustment
Front seats 36
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Seat belt 48
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Second seat 37
38
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Third seat 42 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Air conditioning system 176 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Airbags 58 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Aluminum wheel precautions 309 . . . . . . . . . .
Anti −theft steering column lock 134 . . . . . . . .
Appearance care
Cleaning the interior 279 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Protecting your Toyota from corrosion 276 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Washing and waxing 277 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Armrest 37 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Automatic transmission
Driving with an automatic transmission 135 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shift lock override button 272 . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shift pattern 135 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shifting speed 135 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Auxiliary box 198 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Auxiliary catch, Engine hood 27 . . . . . . . . . . .
B
Back door 25
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Back door lock 25
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Checking battery condition 312
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Gas caution 312
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Handling safety 312
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Recharging precautions 313
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Winter driving tips 240
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Before starting the engine 236
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Brake pad wear limit indicators 219 . . . . . . . .
Brake system 215
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Brakes
Fluid level 300
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Pad wear limit indicators 219
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Parking 142
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Break −in tips 209
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Brightness control 110
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Car audio system 152
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Carbon monoxide caution 213
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Cargo and luggage
Capacity 230
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Distribution 231
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Stowage precautions 230
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Cassette player 152
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Checking and replacing fuses 314
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Checking and replacing tires 304
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Checking brake fluid 300
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Checking the engine oil level 296
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Checking the radiator and condenser 299
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Child restraint
Child restraint system 77
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Installation 78, 83
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76
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Types of child restraint system 77 . . . . . . . .
Using a top strap 92
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Cigarette lighter and ashtray 192
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Cleaning the interior 279
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Clock 188
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Coat hooks 205
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Cold weather
Operation 240
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Compact disc auto changer
controller 152
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Compact disc player 152
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Controls, Instrument panel 2, 6
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Cooling system
Coolant level 298
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Radiator and reservoir 298
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Winter driving tips 240
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Corrosion prevention 276
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Cruise control 142
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Cup holder 199
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D
Defogger, Rear window 115
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Differential, Limited slip 220
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Dimmer switch, Headlight 108
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Directional signals 108
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