ignition TOYOTA SOLARA 2003 (in English) User Guide

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Sliding operation
Tilting operation
To operate the moon roof, use the
switch beside the personal light.
The moon roof works when the ignition
switch is in the “ON” position. However, if
all the doors are closed, it works for 43
seconds even after the ignition switch is
turned off. It stops working when any of
the doors are opened.
Sun shade operation—
The sun shade can be opened or closed
by hand.
Sliding operation—
To open: Push the switch on the “SLIDE
OPEN” side.
The roof will fully open. To stop the roof
partway, push the switch on either the
“SLIDE OPEN” or “TILT UP” side briefly.
The sun shade will be opened together
with the roof.
To close: Push the switch on the “TILT
UP” side.
The roof will fully close. To stop the roof
partway, push the switch on either the
“TILT UP” or “SLIDE OPEN” side briefly. Tilting operation—
To tilt up: Push the switch on the “TILT
UP” side.
The roof will tilt up fully. To stop the roof
partway, push the switch on either the
“TILT UP” or “SLIDE OPEN” side briefly.
To lower: Push the switch on the “SLIDE
OPEN” side.
The roof will fully close. To stop the roof
partway, push the switch on either the
“SLIDE OPEN” or “TILT UP” side briefly.
Jam protection function (closing opera-
tion only):
During closing operation, the
moon roof stops and opens half way if
something gets caught between the moon
roof and frame.
If the moon roof receives a strong impact,
this function may work even if nothing is
caught.
Electric moon roof

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To prevent from damaging the con-
vertible top material, do not raise
or lower the convertible top when
the temperature is below 0 C (32 F)
or the convertible top is frozen. If
necessary to do so, warm the ve-
hicle in a heated garage prior to
operating the convertible top mech-
anism.
 Do not lower the convertible top if
the top is damp or wet. Possible
interior water damage, water stains
or mildew of the top material may
result.
 When the convertible top is com-
pletely lowered, keep the rear win-
dow defogger turned off to avoid
damage to the convertible top.
LOWERING THE CONVERTIBLE TOP
The ignition switch must be in the “ON”
position to operate the convertible top.
1. Lower the sun visors and pull the latch handles fully backward.
Visually check that the hooks of latch
handles are not hooked.2. Push the convertible top control switch on the “OPEN” side until the
convertible top and windshield frame
are disengaged. Then retract the
latch handles.
3. Push and hold the convertible top control switch on the “OPEN” side
until the convertible top is complete-
ly lowered. Raise the sun visors.
The side windows and quarter windows
will go completely down when the convert-
ible top control switch is operated on the
“OPEN” side.
If the convertible top does not lower, see
“If the convertible top does not raise or
lower” in Section 4 for instructions.
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5. Pull out the top boot retainer from
the inside of the body molding.
Elastic hoops
FOLDING UP THE TOP BOOT
6. Turn over the top boot. Then fold up the ends of the top boot and secure
them with the elastic hoops.
Store the folded top boot in the trunk.RAISING THE CONVERTIBLE TOP
The ignition switch must be in the “ON”
position to operate the convertible top. 7. Lower the sun visors. Push the con- vertible top control switch on the
“CLOSE” side and release the switch
before the convertible top touches
the windshield frame. Then release
the latch handles.
8. Push the convertible top control switch on the “CLOSE” side until
the top touches the windshield
frame.

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This front seat belt pretensioner system
has a service reminder indicator to inform
the driver of operating problems. If any of
the following conditions occurs, this
indicates a malfunction of the airbags or
pretensioners. Contact your Toyota dealer
as soon as possible to service the
vehicle.
The light does not come on when the
ignition key is turned to the “ACC” or
“ON” position, or the light remains on.
The light comes on or flashes while
driving.
If either front seat belt does not retract
or can not be pulled out due to a
malfunction or activation of the relevant
front seat belt pretensioner.
In the following cases, contact your Toyota
dealer as soon as possible:
The front of the vehicle (shaded in the
illustration) was involved in an acci dent
that was not severe enough to cause
the front seat belt pretensioners to op-
erate.
Either front seat belt pretensioner as-
sembly or surrounding area is
scratched, cracked, or otherwise dam-
aged.
The SRS (Supplemental Restraint Sys-
tem) front airbags are designed to pro-
vide further protection for the driver
and front passenger in addition to the
primary safety protection provided by
the seat belts.
In response to a severe frontal impact,
the SRS front airbags work together with
the seat belts to help reduce injury by
inflating. The SRS front airbags help to
reduce injuries mainly to the driver ’s or
front passenger ’s head or chest caused by
directly hitting the steering wheel or dash-
board. The front passenger airbag is acti-
vated even with no passenger in the front
seat.
Be sure to wear your seat belt properly.
SRS driver airbag and front
passenger airbag

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NOTICE
Do not perform any of the following
changes without consulting your
Toyota dealer. Such changes can
interfere with proper operation of the
SRS front airbag system in some
cases.
Installation of electronic devices
such as a mobile twoway radio,
cassette tape player or compact
disc player
 Modification of the suspension sys-
tem
 Modification of the front end struc-
ture
 Attachment of a grille guard (bull
bar, kangaroo bar, etc.), snowplow,
winches or any other equipment to
the front end
 Repairs made on or near the front
fenders front end structure, con-
sole, steering column, steering
wheel or dashboard near the front
passenger ’s airbag
This SRS front airbag system has a
service reminder indicator to inform the
driver of operating problems. If either of
the following conditions occurs, this
indicates a malfunction of the airbags.
Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as
possible to service the vehicle.
The light does not come on when the
ignition key is turned to the “ACC” or
“ON” position, or the light remains on.
The light comes on while driving.
In the following cases, contact your Toyota
dealer as soon as possible:
The SRS front airbags have been in-
flated.
The front of the vehicle (shaded in the
illustration) was involved in an acci dent
that was not severe enough to cause
the SRS front airbags to inflate.
The pad section of the steering wheel
or front passenger airbag cover
(shaded in the illustration) is scratched,
cracked, or otherwise damaged.

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Do not use seat accessories which
cover the parts where the side air-
bags inflate. Such accessories may
prevent the side airbags from acti-
vating correctly, causing death or
serious injury.
Do not modify or replace the seats
or upholstery of front seats with
side airbags. Such changes may
disable the system or cause the
side airbags to inflate accidentally,
resulting in death or serious injury.
Failure to follow these instructions
can result in death or serious injury.
Consult your Toyota dealer about any
repairs and modifications.
NOTICE
Do not perform any of the following
changes without consulting your
Toyota dealer. Such changes can
interfere with proper operation of the
SRS side airbag system in some
cases.
 Installation of electronic devices
such as a mobile twoway radio,
cassette tape player or compact
disc player
 Modification of the suspension sys-
tem
 Modification of the side structure of
the passenger compartment
 Repairs made on or near the con-
sole or front seat
This SRS side airbag system has a
service reminder indicator to inform the
driver of operating problems. If either of
the following conditions occurs, this
indicates a malfunction of the airbags.
Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as
possible to service the vehicle.
The light does not come on when the
ignition key is turned to the “ACC” or
“ON” position, or the light remains on.
The light comes on or flashes while
driving.

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CAUTION
Do not adjust the mirror while the
vehicle is moving. Doing so may
cause the driver to mishandle the ve-
hicle and an accident may occur re-
sulting in death or serious injuries.
Adjust the mirror so that you can just
see the rear of your vehicle in the mir-
ror.
This mirror is equipped with auto anti
glare function. The function is designed
to reduce glare from the headlights of
the vehicle behind you during night
driving.
When the ignition key is inserted and
turned on, the inside rear view mirror al-
ways turns on in the “AUTO” mode.
The “AUTO” indicator illuminates to show
you that the function is on. In the “AUTO” mode, if the mirror detects
light from the headlights of the vehicle
behind you, the mirror surface darkens
slightly to reduce the reflected light.
To turn off the automatic function, press
the switch on the “OFF” side.
To turn on the automatic function again,
press the switch on the “AUTO” side.
Adjust it before driving so that the rear
view is in the best condition.
When the outside air temperature is low,
it may take little longer for the mirror to
darken in response to the detection of
headlights.
CAUTION
Do not adjust the mirror while the
vehicle is moving. Doing so may
cause the driver to mishandle the ve-
hicle and an accident may occur re-
sulting in death or serious personal
injuries.
Auto antiglare inside rear
view mirror

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OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND
CONTROLS
Lights, Wipers and Defogger
Headlights and turn signals 94
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Emergency flashers 97
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Instrument panel light control 98
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Front fog lights 98
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Interior light 99
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Ignition switch light 99
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Personal lights 100
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Windshield wipers and washer 101
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Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers 101
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SECTION 1 4

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HEADLIGHTS
To turn on the following lights: Twist
the headlight/turn signal lever knob.
Position 1—Parking, tail, license plate,
side marker and instrument panel lights
Position 2—Headlights and all of the
above
Automatic light cut off system
The lights automatically turn off when the
driver ’s door is opened with the ignition
turned off.
To turn the lights on again, turn the key
to the “ON” position or actuate the head-
light switch. If you are going to park for
over one week, make sure the headlight
switch is off.
NOTICE
To prevent the battery from being dis-
charged, do not leave the lights on
for a long period when the engine is
not running.
Daytime running light (DRL) system
Daytime Running Light System (DRL) can
make it easier for others to see the front
of your vehicle during the day. The DRL
system can be helpful in many different
driving conditions, but they can be espe-
cially helpful in the short periods after
dawn and before sunset.
The DRL system will make your headlights
come on at a reduced brightness when:
The light switch is in “DRL” position.
The ignition is on with the engine run-
ning.
The headlight switch is off.
The parking brake is released.
To turn on the other exterior lights and
instrument panel lights, twist the knob to
the position 1.
Twist the knob to the position 2 to turn
the headlights to full intensity for night
driving. To turn off the DRL system, twist the knob
to the position 3 (“DRL OFF”) or turn the
switch off.
Headlights and turn signals
( f o r th e U.S.A .)

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The automatic light control sensor is on
the top of the passenger ’s side instrument
panel.
Do not place anything on the instrument
panel, and/or do not affix anything on the
windshield to block this sensor. Automatic light cut off system
The lights automatically turn off when the
driver ’s door is opened with the ignition
key turned off.
To turn the lights on again, turn the key
to the “ON” position or actuate the head-
light switch. If you are going to park for
over one week, make sure the headlight
switch is off.
NOTICE
To prevent the battery from being dis-
charged, do not leave the lights on
for a long period when the engine is
not running.
Daytime running light (DRL) system
Daytime Running Light System (DRL) can
make it easier for others to see the front
of your vehicle during the day. The DRL
system can be helpful in many different
driving conditions, but they can be espe-
cially helpful in the short periods after
dawn and before sunset.
The DRL system will make your headlights
come on at a reduced brightness when:
The ignition is on with the engine run-
ning.
The headlight switch is off.
The parking brake is released.
To turn on the other exterior lights and
instrument panel lights, twist the knob to
the position 1.
Twist the knob to the position 2 to turn
the headlights to full intensity for driving
at night.