brake TOYOTA SOLARA 2006 Owners Manual (in English)

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OVERVIEW
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
INDEX
ItemPage no.
OVERVIEW
Engine maintenance8
Fuel tank door opener and cap6
Hood release7
Indicator symbols4-5
Instrument cluster 4
Instrument panel2-3
Keyless entry-Programmable17
T runk release lever 6
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Air conditioning/Heating 18
Audio16-17
Auto lock functions-Programmable19
Automatic transmission 9
Clock17
Cruise control14
Convertible top operation15
Cup holders11
Door locks15
Garage door opener (HomeLink®)319
Light control-Instrument panel11
Lights & turn signals-Programmable212
Moonroof14
Parking brake 9
Power outlets19
Seat adjustments-Front10
Seat adjustments-Rear10
Seats-Head restraints11
Tilt and telescopic steering wheel 11
Windows13
W indshield wiper & washer 13
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
Seat belt hangers 20
Seat belts20
Spare tire & tools21
Tire Pressure Warning System20
Trunk-Internal release 21
1Programmable by consumer. Refer to the Owner’s
Manual for instructions and more information.
2Auto light sensitivity is programmable. Visit yourToyota dealer for information on customizing
this feature.
3HomeLink®is a r egister ed trademark of Johnson Controls, Inc.

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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
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OVERVIEW
Driver seat belt reminder1
Front passenger seat belt reminder1
Brake system warning1
Battery warning1
Low engine oil pressure warning1
Low fuel level warning1
Anti-lock Brake System warning1
Malfunction/Check Engine indicator1
1
For details, refer to “Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers,” Section 1-6, 2006 Owner’ s Manual.2If this light flashes, refer to “Cruise control,” Section 1-7, 2006
Owner’s Manual.
When the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) function is in
action, you may feel the brake pedal pulsating and
hear a noise. In this situation, to let the Anti-lock
Brake System work for you, just hold the brake pedal
down more firmly. Do not pump the brake as this will
result in reduced braking performance.
Indicator symbols
Open door warning1
Engine oil replacement reminder1
Front passenger occupant classification
indicator
Turn signal indicator
Headlight high beam indicator
Cruise control indicator
2
Traction Control “OFF” indicator Slip indicator
Airbag SRS warning
1
Low Tire Pressure Warning1
V ehicle Stability Control/Traction Control
warning1
Tachometer
Service reminder and indicator
Speedometer
Engine coolant temperature
Fuel
Automatic transmission shift range position
Automatic transmission shift position
Odometer and two trip meters
Trip meter reset knob/Dimmer control knob
Instrument cluster
Low windshield washer fluid level warning1

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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
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OVERVIEWFEATURES/OPERATIONS
Engine maintenance
4cylinder (2AZ-FE) engine
6 cylinder (3MZ-FE) engine
Power steering fluid reservoir
Engine oil filler cap
Engine oil level dipstick
Windshield washer fluid tank
Engine coolant reservoir
Note: Regularly scheduled maintenance, including oil changes, will help extend the life of
your vehicle and maintain performance.
Please refer to the “Owner’ s Warranty
Information Booklet,” “Scheduled
Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual
Supplement.”
Auto lock functions (if equipped)
Automatic door locks can be programmed to operate
in 3 different modes.
-Doors lock when shifting from Park.
-Doors unlock when shifting into Park.
-Doors unlock when the ignition key is turned to the
“ACC” or “LOCK” position and driver ’s door is
opened.
Automatic transmission (if equipped)
5-speed models
Park1
Reverse
Neutral
Drive
P
R
N
D
“S” mode
“S” position:
+:Upshift (Push and release)
-: Downshift (Pull and release)
“S” (Sequential) mode
Downshifting increases power going uphill, or
provides engine braking downhill. For best fuel
economy during normal driving conditions, always
drive with the shift lever in the “D” position. Push to shift lever to the left from “D” position.
1The ignition switch must be ON, and the brake
pedal depressed.
Parking brake
Pull
(2) Push (1) Pull slightly
(3) Lower
Set
Release

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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Moonroof (if equipped)
Sliding operationTilting operation
Push briefly to fully open/close. To stop moonroof
midway, lightly push the switch in the opposite
direction.
NOTE:If battery is disconnected, the moonroof
needs to be reinitialized. Refer to the Owner’s
Maual for more details.
Open
CloseTilt
Close
Lowering the convertible top
Convertible top operation (if equipped)
Lower the sun visors and pull the latch release
handles fully backward.
Push and hold the switch on the “OPEN” side
until the convertible top is completely
lowered.
Raising the convertible top
Lower the sun visors. Push the switch on the
“CLOSE” side until the top stops mov ing.
Pull down the convertible top and push the
latch handles fully forward until they are
hooked.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
Latch handles
Cruise control
1The set speed may also be cancelled by depressing
the brake pedal.
2If vehicle speed falls below 25 mph, the set speed will not be resumed.
T urning system ON/OFF
Functions
Push
Resume
2/Increase speed
Set/Decrease speedCancel1
Lock
Unlock
Door locks