hood release TOYOTA MR2 SPYDER 2002 W30 / 3.G Owners Manual

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—Luggage security system
SB12091
If you do not want to activate the trunk
lid lock release lever, insert the master
key to the glove box, and turn it clock-
wise.
Engine hood
SB12086
To open the engine hood:1. Pull the engine hood lock release lever. The engine hood will spring up
slightly.
The engine hood lock release lever can
be locked by the key.
CAUTION
Before driving, be sure that the en-
gine hood is closed and securely
locked. Otherwise, the engine hood
may open unexpectedly while driving
and an accident may occur.
SB12044
2. In rear of the vehicle, lift the engine hood.
CAUTION
Be careful not to touch the engine
hood, the support rod, or surrounding
area which could be hot after driving,
to prevent burning yourself.

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3. Hold the engine hood open byinserting the support rod into the
slot.
Before closing the engine hood, check to
see that you have not forgotten any tools,
rags, etc. and return the support rod to its
clip—this prevents rattles. Then lower the
engine hood and make sure it locks into
place. If necessary, press down gently on
the rear edge to lock it.
CAUTION
After inserting the support rod into
the slot, make sure the rod supports
the engine hood securely from falling
down on to your head or body.
NOTICE
Be sure to return the support rod to
its clip before closing the engine
hood. Closing the engine hood with
the support rod up could cause the
engine hood to bend.
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LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH
ENGINE HOOD
To lock: Turn the key clockwise.
The engine hood lock release lever can
be locked by the key.
When leaving the vehicle with the soft top
lowered, make sure to lock the engine
hood lock release lever with the key.
The fuel filler door o pener lever is locked
at the same time.

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SC12051
2. To remove the fuel tank cap, turnthe cap slowly counterclockwise,
then pause slightly before removing
it. After removing the cap, hang the
tether as shown in the illustration.
It is not unusual to hear a slight swoosh
when the cap is opened. When insta lling,
turn the cap clockwise till you hear a
click.
If the cap is not tightened securely, the
malfunction indicator lamp comes on.
Make sure the cap is tightened securely.
The indicator lamp goes off after driving
several times. If the indicator lamp does
not go off, contact your Toyota dealer as
soon as possible.
CAUTION
Make sure the cap is tightened se-
curely to prevent fuel sp illage in
case of an accident.
Use only a genuine Toyota fuel tank
cap for replacement. It is designed
to regulate fuel tank pressure.SB12087
LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH FUEL
TANK CAP
To lock: Turn the key clockwise.
The fuel filler door o pener lever can be
locked by the key.
When leaving the vehicle with the soft top
lowered, make sure to lock the fuel filler
door opener lever with the key.
The engine hood lock release lever is
locked at the same time.

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If your vehicle overheats
If your engine coolant temperature
gauge indicates overheating, if you ex-
perience a loss of power, or if you hear
a loud knocking or pinging noise, the
engine has probably overheated. You
should follow this procedure...1. Pull safely off the road, stop the ve- hicle and turn on your emergency
flashers. Put the transmission in “N”
(sequential manual transmission) or in
neutral (manual transmission) and ap-
ply the parking brake. Turn off the air
conditioning if it is being used.
2. If coolant or steam is boiling out of the radiator or reservoir, stop the engine.
Wait until the steam subsides before
opening the hood. If there is no coolant
boiling over or steam, leave the engine
running and make sure the electric
cooling fan is operating. If it is not,
turn the ignition off.
CAUTION
To help avoid personal injury, keep
the hood closed until there is no
steam. Escaping steam or coolant is
a sign of very high pressure.
3. Look for obvious coolant leaks from theradiator, hoses, and under the vehicle.
However, note that water draining from
the air conditioning is normal if it has
been used.
CAUTION
When the engine is running, keep
hands and clothing away from the
moving fan and engine drive belts.
4. If the coolant is leaking, stop the en-gine immediately. Call a Toyota dealer
for assistance.
5. If there are no obvious leaks, check the coolant reservoir. If it is dry, add
coolant to the reservoir while the en-
gine is running. Fill it about half full.
CAUTION
Do not attempt to remove the coolant
reservoir cap or air release valve
when the engine and radiator are hot.
Serious injury could result from
scalding hot fluid and steam blown
out under pressure.
6. After the engine coolant temperaturehas cooled to normal, again check the
coolant level in the reservoir. If neces-
sary, bring it up to half full again. Seri-
ous coolant loss indicates a leak in the
system. You s hould have it checked as
soon as possible at your Toyota dealer.

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Economical drivingSaving money on both fuel
and repairs 142 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electrical system Battery 200,201 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuse locations 182 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuses 202 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Emergency flasher switch 63 . . . . . . . . . . . .
Emergency, In case of Blown fuse 202 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Emergency flasher switch 63 . . . . . . . . . .
Flat tire 151 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If you cannot increase the engine speed 149 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If you cannot shift the sequential manual transmission
selector lever 164 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If you lose your keys 164 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If your engine stalls while driving 149 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If your vehicle needs to be towed 160 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If your vehicle will not start 146 . . . . . . . .
Jump starting 147 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Overheating 150 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Towing 160 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) programs 178 . . . . . . .
Engine Before starting the engine 138 . . . . . . . . .
Checking the coolant level 189 . . . . . . . . Emission control device 126
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Engine compartment 180 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Exhaust gas caution 127 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hood release 16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Oil consumption 128 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Oil level 188 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Overheating 150 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting procedure 137 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Threeway catalytic converter 126 . . . . .
Engine coolant
Temperature gauge 68 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Winter driving tips 140 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine coolant temperature gauge 68 . . . .
Engine immobiliser system 10 . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine oil Winter driving tips 140 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Exhaust gas cautions 127 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
F
Facts about engine oil
consumption 128 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Flasher, Headlight 62 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Flat tire
After changing wheels 158 . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing tire 157 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If you have a flat tire 151 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Jack point 156 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Jacking precautions 151 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Jacking up 156 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Loosening wheel nuts 155 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lowering vehicle 158 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wheel block 155 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wheel nuts 157
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Floor mat 121 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fluid level Brake 191 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power steering 191 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Washer fluid 203 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Foreign countries, Operation in 126 . . . . . .
Front box 117 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel Filler door o pener 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel economy 142 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel pump shut off system 126 . . . . . . . . .
Gauge 68 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operation in foreign countries 126 . . . . .
Tank cap 18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel information 124 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel pump shut off system 126 . . . . . . . . . .
Fuses Fuse box 202 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuse locations 182 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
G
Gauge
Engine temperature 68 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel 68 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General maintenance 175 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Glove box 117 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Good driving practice Manual transmission 88 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


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Hazard switch63
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Headlight switch 62
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High speed operation During breakin 124
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Hood release, Engine 16
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How to start the engine 138
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Identification
Engine 133 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vehicle 133 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ignition switch 76 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Indicator symbols 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Instrument panel Cigarette lighter and ashtray 116 . . . . . . .
Clock 116 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Indicator symbols 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Odometer 69 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tachometer 69 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Trip meter 69 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Instrument panel light control 64 . . . . . . . . .
Instrument panel overview 2 . . . . . . . . . . . .
Iridiumtipped spark plugs 129 . . . . . . . . . .
J
Jack
Location 153 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Positioning the jack 186 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Jump starting 147 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
K
Key reminder buzzer 74
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Keys 8,164
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L
Light bulbs
Backup lights 209 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front turn signal lights 208 . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front side marker lights 208 . . . . . . . . . . .
Headlights 206 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
License plate lights 210 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parking lights 207 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear turn signal lights 209 . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear turn signal, stop/tail, stop and backup lights 209 . . . . . . . . .
Light bulbs, replacing 204 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Light reminder buzzer 70 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Limitedslip differential 133 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lock
Side doors 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Steering column 76 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Low fuel level warning light 70 . . . . . . . . . . .
Low engine oil pressure warning light 70 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Luggage space 119 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Luggage stowage precautions 132 . . . . . . .
M
Maintenance
Doityourself maintenance 183 . . . . . . .
Does your vehicle need repairing? 177 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General maintenance 175 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance requirements 174 . . . . . . . .
Parts and tools 184 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Where to go for service 174 . . . . . . . . . . .
Malfunction indicator lamp 70 . . . . . . . . . . .
Manual transmission Driving with a
manual transmission 88 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shift pattern 88 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shifting speed 88 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maximum allowable speed Manual transmission 88 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sequential manual transmission 77 . . . .
Mirror Antiglare inside rear view 59 . . . . . . . . .
Mirrors
Folding rear view 58 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Outside rear view 58 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power rear view 58 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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New vehicle breakin 124
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