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Clock
■For quicker adjustment of the clock
Hold down the M or H button continuously. This allows faster advancement
of the minutes and hours.
■ The clock is displayed when
The engine switch is in the ACC or ON position.
■ When disconnecting and reco nnecting battery terminals
The time display will automatically be set to 1:00.
Adjusts the hours.
Adjusts the minutes.

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Outside temperature display (if equipped)
■When – –°C or – –°F is displayed
The system may be malfunctioning. Take your vehicle to your Toyota dealer.
■ The outside air temperature is displayed when
The engine switch is in the ON position.
■ When disconnecting and reco nnecting battery terminals
The display will automatically be set to the initial mode.
Displays the outside air
temperature.
The temperature range that
can be displayed is from -40°F
(-40°C) to 122°F (50°C).
Switches the outside air
temperature display
between °C (Celsius) and
°F (Fahrenheit). (if
equipped)
Vehicles without multi-informa-
tion display:
Push the SETUP US/M button
until the desired unit of mea-
surement is displayed.
Vehicles with multi-information
display:
With the customized unit-
change operation for the multi-
information display, the unit of
measurement can be changed.
( P. 172)

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■The power outlet can be used when
12V
The engine switch is in the ACC or ON position.
115V AC
The engine switch is in the ON position.
NOTICE
■To avoid damaging the power outlet
Close the power outlet lid when the power outlet is not in use.
Foreign objects or liquids that enter the power outlet may cause a short cir-
cuit.
■ To prevent the fuse from being blown
12V
Do not use an accessory that uses more than 12 V 10 A.
115V AC
Do not use a 115V AC appliance that requires more than 100 W.
If a 115V AC appliance that consumes more than 100 W is used, the pro-
tection circuit will cut the power supply.
■ To prevent the battery from being discharged
Do not use the power outlet longer than necessary when the engine is
stopped.
■ Appliances that may not ope rate properly (115V AC)
The following 115V AC appliances may not operate properly even if their
power consumption is under 100 W.
● Appliances with high initial peak wattage
● Measuring devices that process precise data
● Other appliances that require an extremely stable power supply

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■
The seat heaters can be used when
The engine switch is in the ON position.
■ When not in use
Front seat: Turn the dial fully downward. The indicator turns off.
Rear seat (vehicles with rear console box): Push lightly on the opposite side.
The indicator turns off.
CAUTION
■Burns
●Use caution when seating the following persons in a seat with the seat
heater on to avoid the possibility of burns:
• Babies, small children, the elderly, the sick and the disabled
• Persons with sensitive skin
• Persons who are fatigued
• Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep (sleeping
drugs, cold remedies, etc.)
● Do not cover the seat with anything when using the seat heater.
Using the seat heater with a blanket or cushion increases the temperature
of the seat and may lead to overheating.
NOTICE
■To prevent seat heater damage
Do not put unevenly weighted objects on the seat and do not stick sharp
objects (needles, nails, etc.) into the seat.
■ To prevent battery discharge
Turn the switches off when the engine is not running.

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CAUTION
■
Burns
●Use caution when seating the following persons in a seat with the seat
heater on to avoid the possibility of burns:
• Babies, small children, the elderly, the sick and the disabled
• Persons with sensitive skin
• Persons who are fatigued
• Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep (sleeping
drugs, cold remedies, etc.)
● Do not cover the seat with anything when using the seat heater.
Using the seat heater with a blanket or cushion increases the temperature
of the seat and may lead to overheating.
NOTICE
■To prevent seat heater damage
Do not put unevenly weighted objects on the seat and do not stick sharp
objects (needles, nails, etc.) into the seat.
■ To prevent battery discharge
Turn the switches off when the engine is not running.

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■
Before programming
●Install a new battery in the remote control transmitter.
● The battery side of the remote control transmitter must be pointed away
from the HomeLink
®.
■ Certification for the garage door opener
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of the
IC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not
cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
WARNING: This transmitter has been tested and complies with FCC and IC
rules. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party respon-
sible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the device.
CAUTION
■When programming a garage door or other remote control device
The garage door may operate, so ensure that people and objects are out of
danger to prevent potential harm.
■ Conforming to federal safety standards
Do not use the HomeLink
® Compatible Transceiver with any garage door
opener or device that lacks safety stop and reverse features as required by
federal safety standards.
This includes any garage door that cannot detect an obstruction object. A
door or device without these features increases the risk of death or serious
injury.

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■Circling calibration
When “CAL” appears on the dis-
play, drive the vehicle at 5 mph
(8 km/h) or less in a circle until a
direction is displayed.
If there is not enough space to
drive in a circle, drive around the
block until the direction is dis-
played.
■Conditions unfavorable to correct operation
The compass may not show the correct direction in the following conditions:
●The vehicle is stopped immediately after turning.
● The vehicle is on an inclined surface.
● The vehicle is in a place where the earth's magnetic field is subject to
interference by artificial magnetic fields (underground car park/parking
lot, under a steel tower, between buildings, roof car park/parking lot, near
an intersection, near a large vehicle, etc.).
● The vehicle has become magnetized.
(There is a magnet or metal object near the inside rear view mirror.)
● The battery has been disconnected.
● A door is open.
CAUTION
■While driving the vehicle
Do not adjust the display. Be sure to adjust the display only when the vehicle
is stopped.
■ When doing the circling calibration
Be sure to secure a wide space, and watch out for people and vehicles in the
neighborhood. Do not violate any local traffic rules while performing circling
calibration.

Maintenance and care4
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4-1. Maintenance and care ... 422Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior......... 422
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior.......... 424
4-2. Maintenance ................... 427 Maintenance requirements .................. 427
General maintenance....... 429
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs........................ 432 4-3. Do-it-yourself
maintenance ................. 433
Do-it-yourself service precautions .................... 433
Hood ................................ 437
Engine compartment ........ 438
Tires ................................. 454
Tire inflation pressure ...... 461
Wheels ............................. 465
Air conditioning filter......... 467
Wireless remote control battery ............................ 470
Checking and replacing fuses .............................. 472
Light bulbs........................ 483

428 4-2. Maintenance
■Allow inspection and repairs to be performed by a Toyota dealer
●Toyota technicians are well-trained specialists and are kept up to date
with the latest service information. They are well informed about the
operations of all systems on your vehicle.
● Keep a copy of the repair order. It proves that the maintenance that has
been performed is under warranty coverage. If any problem should arise
while your vehicle is under warranty, your Toyota dealer will promptly
take care of it.
CAUTION
■Warning in handling of battery
●Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and a wide variety of automobile
components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects and other reproductive harm. Work in a
well ventilated area.
● Oils, fuels and fluids contained in vehicles as well as waste produced by
component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of Califor-
nia to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Avoid
exposure and wash any affected area immediately.
● Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds which are known to cause brain damage. Wash your hands
after handling. ( P. 449)

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Maintenance and care
General maintenance
Engine compartment
ItemsCheck points
Battery Maintenance-free. ( P. 449)
Brake fluid At the correct level? ( P. 446)
Engine coolant At the correct level? ( P. 445)
Engine oil At the correct level? ( P. 440)
Exhaust system No fumes or strange sounds?
Power steering fluid At the correct level? ( P. 448)
Radiator/condenser/hoses Not blocked with foreign matter?
(
P. 446)
Washer fluid At the correct level? ( P. 452)
Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be per-
formed at the intervals specified in the “Scheduled Maintenance
Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supp lement”. It is recommended that
any problem you notice should be brought to the attention of your
Toyota dealer or qualified service shop for advice.