TOYOTA SOLARA 2000 Warranties & Maintenance Guides (in English)

Insist on Genuine Toyota Quality
If you’re involved in a collision, you want your vehicle to be
returned to its pre- accident condition when repaired. To main-
tain your Toyota’s value, it’s important to make sure it’s repaired
with Genuine Toyota Parts. Some repair shops and insurance
companies may suggest using imitation or used salvage parts
to save money. However, these parts do not meet Toyota’s high
standards for quality, fit and corrosion resistance. In addition,
imitation and used salvage parts are not covered by any Toyota
warranty (see box at right).
To maintain the appearance, performance and safety of your
Toyota, make sure only Genuine Toyota Parts are used for
collision repairs. Protect your investment — insist on Genuine
Toyota quality.Toyota warranty coverage remains intact when vehicle
repairs are completed with Genuine Toyota Parts. Toyota
warranties do not cover imitation or used salvage parts or
any damage or failures caused by the use of such parts.
In Case of Accident, Be an Informed Owner
Toyota believes customers have the right to choose the types of
parts used in the repair of their vehicles. That’s why Toyota sup-
ports full disclosure by repair shops and insurance companies
regarding parts used for collision repair. The following informa-
tion is provided to help you understand the differences in the
types of parts that could be used in the repair of your vehicle.
General Information
“Collision repair parts” or “replacement crash parts” are the parts
typically replaced during the repair of a vehicle that has been
damaged in a collision. These parts include exterior sheet metal
such as fenders, hoods, doors and related components; and plas-
tic components such as bumper covers and lamp assemblies.
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Warranty Coverage
Warranties for collision repair parts are provided by the manu-
facturer or distributor of the parts. Warranty coverage varies.
Your insurance company or collision repair facility should pro-
vide you with written warranty statements for all parts used in
the repair of your vehicle.
Types of Collision Repair Parts
New Original-Equipment Manufacturer (OEM)
Parts that are made by the vehicle manufacturer or one of its
licensees and distributed through its normal channels. These
parts maintain the manufacturer’s vehicle warranty.
Aftermarket or Imitation
Parts that are made by companies other than the vehicle manu-
facturer or its licensees.
Recycled or Used Salvage
Used parts and assemblies that have been removed from anoth-
er vehicle. There are no systems in place to regulate the quality
or safety of these parts.
Remanufactured
Parts that have been returned to like- new condition through
repair, refurbishing or rebuilding.
Due to the critical nature of Supplemental Restraint
Systems (also known as air bags), Toyota does not support
the use of imitation or used parts for their repair. Only new
Genuine Toyota Parts should be used to repair/replace
Supplemental Restraint Systems.
Collision Repair Parts
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When it’s time to replace key wear items on your vehicle, don’ t
settle for less than Genuine Toyota Parts. Available exclusively
through Toyota dealerships, Genuine Toyota Parts meet the
highest standards of quality and performance and are built to
exact factory specifications. Here are a few of your vehicle’s
components that are particularly subject to wear and some
benefits of replacing them with Genuine Toyota Parts.
Genuine Toyota Platinum Spark Plugs*
•Designed to last at least 60,000 miles.
•Provide the maximum spark required by Toyota’s high-
compression engines.
•Resist fouling and misfires for more efficient combustion
and better fuel economy.
Genuine Toyota Brake Pads
•Friction materials selected for optimum performance when
matched with Toyota brake drums or rotors.
•Precision- machined backing plates allow pads to move freely
within the calipers for smooth, efficient braking.
Genuine Toyota Wiper Inserts
•Cut to match the exact length and shape of your vehicle’s
wiper blades for a proper and secure fit.
•Constructed of compression- molded natural rubber — not
synthetic — for superior wiping performance.
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* Available for selected models. See your dealer for details.

Genuine Toyota Chemicals
Toyota offers a complete line of products to help you keep
your Toyota looking and running like new. To safeguard your
vehicle’s appearance, you’ ll find everything from fabric spot
remover and glass cleaner to liquid car wash and touch- up paint.
When it’s time to get under the hood (or under the car), products
such as fuel injector cleaner, brake fluid and silicone spray will
help you get the job done. All of these products are formulated
specifically for use with Toyota vehicles, so you can be confident
you’re giving your vehicle the best care possible, inside and out.
Genuine Toyota Antifreeze Coolant
Genuine Toyota Long Life Antifreeze Coolant is the same
high quality, factory- fill product found in all new Toyotas. You’ ll
know it by its distinctive red color. It provides maximum protec-
tion and durability without the use of harmful silicates. And
because it’s compatible with non- metallic materials, it helps
extend the life of water- pump seals. Don’ t trust your engine
to anything less than the best: Genuine Toyota Long Life
Antifreeze Coolant.
Genuine Toyota Motor Oil
Your Toyota’s engine features highly advanced technology
to ensure superior performance, reliability and fuel economy.
Genuine Toyota Motor Oil is formulated with a special combi-
nation of lube- base stocks and an additive blend to maximize
the benefits of this technology. Make sure you’re getting the
most out of your engine by always putting the best into it:
Genuine Toyota Motor Oil.
Do-It-Yourself Products
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If you plan to perform your own maintenance or repairs on your
Toyota, be sure to check out your nearby Toyota Parts Center
(TPC). More than 500 Toyota dealerships now have a TPC,
which is an in- dealership parts store offering a wide selection
of automotive products. All TPCs feature a complete line of
Genuine Toyota maintenance parts and car- care products for
“do- it- yourselfers.”
In addition to Toyota maintenance and repair products, TPCs
offer free technical advice to Toyota owners who want to service
their own vehicles. You’ ll also find model- specific parts applica-
tion guides and how- to brochures covering most common
maintenance jobs. Both are provided to customers free of charge.
Toyota Parts Centers are open during regular dealership hours;
many also have extended evening and weekend hours. If you’re
a do- it- yourselfer, stop by and experience the service, selection
and value offered by your local TPC.
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If you’ ll be doing some of your own maintenance and repair work
on your vehicle, a Toyota service manual will be one of your most
valuable tools. Toyota offers three types of manuals to assist
do- it- yourselfers. To order any of the following manuals, call
Toyota’s service publications department at (800) 622- 2033.
Vehicle Repair Manual
This is the same manual used by professional technicians in Toyota
dealerships throughout the United States. It is fully illustrated and
includes maintenance and repair procedures for all vehicle mechan-
ical systems. It also includes instructions for vehicle tune- ups.
Electrical Systems Manual
This manual provides detailed wiring diagrams for each electri-
cal system in your vehicle, along with troubleshooting tips and
repair procedures.
Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Repair Manual
This manual includes complete procedures for overhauling the
automatic transmission/transaxle of your vehicle.For information on basic do- it- yourself maintenance items,
see the “Vehicle Maintenance and Care” and “Do- It-
Yourself Maintenance” sections of your
Owner’s Manual.
Toyota Service Manuals
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Extended Service Coverage
A Toyota Motor Insurance Services (TMIS) vehicle service
agreement provides protection against unexpected repairs for
mechanical breakdown beyond the factory warranty. It also
protects you from increases in the cost of covered repairs. In
addition, many TMIS plans include benefits such as towing,
substitute transportation and travel protection with lodging
and meals.
Because they are factory- backed, TMIS service agreements are
accepted at all Toyota dealerships in the United States and
Canada. That means repairs are made only by factory- trained
technicians using Genuine Toyota Parts.
TMIS offers several levels of service agreement coverage, each
with a variety of time and mileage options. Your Toyota dealer
can help you select the coverage that best meets your needs.
Pre-Paid Maintenance
An excellent way to make sure your Toyota receives the recom-
mended maintenance — and to protect yourself from increases
in vehicle service costs — is to pay for maintenance services in
advance.
Toyota Auto Care pre- paid maintenance plans are available
for both new and used vehicles. Benefits include oil- and- filter
changes, lubrication of key chassis parts and a 19- point vehicle
inspection at each service interval. In addition, you receive
24- hour roadside assistance, timed service reminders and a
computerized history of each service visit. The Premium Plan
(available for new vehicles) also includes tire rotations and
factory- recommended maintenance at service intervals of
15,000, 30,000 and 45,000 miles.
Toyota Auto Care plans offer two coverage levels as well as
several options for service intervals, time and mileage. Ask your
Toyota dealer to help you select the options that are best for you.
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Toyota Financial Services is a servicemark used by Toyota Motor Insurance Services, Inc.

Determining the Proper
Maintenance Interval
Depending on your circumstances, you should obtain mainte-
nance for your Toyota every 5, 000 miles or every 7, 500 miles.
Follow these guidelines to determine which interval to use.
5,000-Mile Intervals
Use 5, 000- mile intervals if you primarily operate your vehicle
under any of the following conditions:
•Driving on unpaved or dusty roads.
•Towing a trailer or using a camper or car- top carrier.
•Repeated trips of less than five miles in temperatures
below freezing.
7,500-Mile Intervals
Use 7, 500- mile intervals if you primarily operate your vehicle
under conditions other than those listed above.
Following the Maintenance Log Charts
The Scheduled Maintenance Log identifies the maintenance
required at each mileage interval and corresponding time interval
based on mileage of 1, 250 miles per month. If you drive more than
1, 250 miles per month, you should obtain maintenance at the indi-
cated mileage interval rather than the indicated time interval.
If you choose 5,000- mile intervals, follow the maintenance
instructions shown below non- shaded headings such as this one:
5,000 Miles or 4 Months
If you choose 7, 500- mile intervals, follow the maintenance
instructions shown below shaded headings such as this one:
7, 500 Miles or 6 Months
At 15,000- mile increments, the 5,000- mile and 7, 500- mile
intervals coincide. Therefore, shaded and non- shaded headings
appear together, as in this example:
15,000 Miles or 12 Months
15,000 Miles or 12 Months
Determining Your Vehicle’s Maintenance Needs
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Determining Your Vehicle’s Maintenance Needs
Special Operating Conditions
In addition to standard maintenance items, the Scheduled
Maintenance Log indicates services that should be performed
on vehicles that are driven under especially demanding condi-
tions. Specific conditions require specific services, as indicated
below. The Scheduled Maintenance Log indicates at which
mileage/time intervals each service should be performed.
You should perform these additional maintenance services if
you drive
primarilyunder any of the conditions noted. If you
drive only occasionally under these conditions, it is not neces-
sary to perform the additional services.
Driving on Rough, Muddy or Snow-Melted Roads
•Rotate tires
•Inspect ball joints and dust cover
•Inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
•Inspect drive shaft boots
•Inspect nuts and bolts on chassis and body
•Inspect steering linkage
•Re- torque drive shaft bolt*
•Lubricate propeller shaft and re- torque bolt*
Driving on Salt-Covered Roads
•Lubricate propeller shaft and re- torque bolt*
Driving on Unpaved or Dusty Roads
•Inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
•Inspect or change engine air filter
•Lubricate propeller shaft and re- torque bolt*
Extensive Idling or Low-Speed Driving
for Long Distances
•Inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
* Applies to selected models. See the Scheduled Maintenance Log for details.

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or Car-Top Carrier
•Inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
•Inspect nuts and bolts on chassis and body
•Replace differential oil
•Replace transmission fluid or oil
•Replace transfer oil *
•Lubricate propeller shaft and re- torque bolt*
Off-Road Maintenance
If you own a Land Cruiser or a four- wheel drive RAV4,
Tacoma, Tundra or 4Runner, you should check the following
items daily whenever you drive off- road through deep sand,
mud or water:
•Brake lines and hoses
•Brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
•Engine air filter
•Differential oil
•Steering wheel, linkage and boots
•Transfer oil
•Transmission fluid or oil
•Wheel bearings
For all four- wheel drive vehicles except RAV4, you should
also lubricate the propeller shafts daily.
DeterminingYour Vehicle’s Maintenance Needs