TOYOTA SUPRA 2022 Owners Manual

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Driving precautions ........... 280
Saving fuel ........................ 286

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This chapter describes all standard,
country-specific and special equip-
ment available for the model series.
It may therefore describe equip-
ment and functions which are not
installed in your vehicle, for exam-
ple on account of the special equip-
ment selected or the country
specification. This also applies to
safety-relevant functions and sys-
tems. Please comply with the rele-
vant laws and regulations when
using the corresponding functions
and systems.
Moving parts must adapt to one
another.
The following notes will help to
maximise the vehicle's lifetime and
efficiency.
Do not use Launch Control, see
page 159, when running in.
Do not exceed the maximum
engine revs and speed:
 With petrol engines, 4500 rpm
and 160 km/h, approximately
100 mph.
Generally avoid kick-down and driv-
ing under full load.
Engine and road speeds can be
gradually increased.
Due to the manufacturing process,
new tyres do not provide maximum
grip immediately.
Drive moderately for the first 300
km, 200 miles.
Driving precautions
Vehicle equipment
Running in
General
Safety note
WA R N I N G
New parts and components can
cause safety and Driver Assistance Systems to respond with a delay.
There is a danger of accidents. After
new parts have been installed or if the vehicle is new, drive moderately and
intervene at an early stage if neces-
sary. Please comply with running-in
procedures for the corresponding parts and components.
Engine, gearbox and differ-
ential
Up to 2000 km, 1200 miles
From 2000 km, 1200 miles
onwards
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Brake discs and pads only achieve
their full effectiveness after approxi-
mately 500 km, 300 miles. Drive
moderately during this running-in
period.
Please comply with the running-in
procedures again if the compo-
nents previously referred to are
renewed.
The exhaust gas particle filter col-
lects soot particles. The soot parti-
cles are burned at high
Brake system
After fitting new parts
General driving information
Closing the boot lid
Safety note
WA R N I N G
When open, the boot lid protrudes above the vehicle, and in the event of
an accident, braking or evasive
manoeuvres, it can endanger vehicle occupants and other road users, or
damage the vehicle. Exhaust fumes
may also enter the passenger com- partment. There is a danger of injury
or damage to property. Do not drive
with the boot lid open.
Ice on the windows
NOTICE
The window lowers a little when the
door handle is pulled. If there is frost, the window may freeze up and cannot
then be lowered. There is a risk of
material damage. Make sure that the window lowers when the door handle
is pulled. Remove any snow or ice
from the window. Do not open the
door by force.
Hot exhaust system
WA R N I N G
High temperatures can be generated
under the body during driving, for example because of the exhaust sys-
tem. Contact with the exhaust system
can lead to burns. There is a risk of injury. Do not touch the hot exhaust
system, including th e exhaust pipe.
WA R N I N G
If flammable materials, for example leaves or grass, come into contact
with hot parts of the exhaust system,
these materials can catch fire. There is a risk of fire and injury. Never
remove the heat shields fitted here or
apply underbody protection to them. Make sure that when driving, idling or
parking, no flammable materials can
come into contact with hot vehicle parts.
Exhaust gas particle filter
Principle

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temperatures to clean the exhaust
gas particle filter as necessary.
The cleaning process takes a few
minutes, during which the following
may occur:
 Engine temporarily runs a bit
roughly.
 A slightly higher engine speed is
required to achieve the usual
power output.
 A small amount of smoke from
the exhaust, even after stopping
the engine.
 Noise, for example from radiator
fan operation, may be heard,
even some minutes after stop-
ping the engine.
It is normal for the radiator fan to
keep running for several minutes,
even after short trips.
The self-cleaning function of the
exhaust particle filter is an auto-
matic process that is supported by
different measures, for example
additional heating.
General
Cleaning the exhaust gas
particle filter while driving
Radio signals
WA R N I N G
Certain vehicle functions may be
affected by interference from high-fre- quency radio signals. Such signals
are output from a series of transmis-
sion systems, for example from air traffic beacons or relay stations for
mobile telecommunications.
We recommend you consult any
authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer should you experience any
difficulties in this regard.
Mobile communication in the
vehicle
WA R N I N G
There is a possibility of reciprocal
interference between the vehicle elec- tronics and mobile radio devices.
Radiation is generated when mobile
radio devices are transmitting. There
is a danger of injury or damage to property. If possible, only use mobile
radio devices, for example mobile
telephones, in the interior if they are connected directly to an external
antenna in order to eliminate recipro-
cal interference and to dissipate the radiation from vehicle's interior.

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When visibility is poor due to fog,
even if it is daytime, turn the low
beam headlights on to make your
vehicle more visible to other vehi-
cles, etc. Drive with caution at a low
speed, using the centerline, guard-
rails, taillights of a preceding vehi-
cle, etc., as guide.
When the vehicle is being blown by
crosswinds, drive at a lower speed
and grip the steering wheel
stronger than normal.
The vehicle is especially suscepti-
ble to crosswinds when exiting a
tunnel or underpass, when driving
on a bridge or embankment, or
when passing or being passed by a
truck or other large vehicle.
 During a rain storm or when the
road surface is wet, the road sur-
face may be slippery and visibil-
ity may be reduced. In this case,
turn the low beam headlights on
to make your vehicle more visi-
ble to other vehicles, etc.
Increase the distance between
your vehicle and preceding vehi-
cles and drive safely at a lower
speed than normal, avoiding
sudden acceleration, braking or
steering operations.
 Use the rear defroster and air
conditioning system to prevent
the windows from fogging up.
 Hydroplaning is more likely to
occur when driving on ruts or
through large puddles.
On wet or slushy roads, a wedge of
water can form between the tyres
and the road.
Driving in inclement weather
When visibility is poor due to fog
During strong wind
When it is raining
Aquaplaning

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This situation, known as aquaplan-
ing, means that the tyre can actu-
ally lose contact completely with
the road surface and the vehicle
can neither be steered, nor the
brakes properly applied.
Please comply with the following
when driving through water:
 Deactivate the Automatic
Start/Stop function.
 Only drive through still water.
 Only drive through water up to a
max. depth of 25 cm, 9.8 in.
 Drive through water at a walking
speed of no more than 5 km/h, 3
mph.
The vehicle is equipped with the
Anti-lock Brake System ABS as
standard.
Perform full brakin g in situations
that require it.
The vehicle remains steerable. Any
obstacles can be avoided by steer-
ing as smoothly as possible.
A pulsing of the brake pedal and
hydraulic regulating sounds indi-
cate that the anti-lock brake system
ABS is functioning.
In certain braking situations, the
perforated brake discs can cause
functional noise. However, func-
tional noises have no effect on the
efficiency and operational safety of
the brakes.
In wet weather, on gritted roads and
in heavy rain, apply the brakes
lightly every few kilometres/miles.
Driving through water
General
Safety note
NOTICE
Driving through excessively deep water too fast can result in water
entering the engine compartment,
electrical system or transmission. There is a danger of damage to prop-
erty. When driving through water, do
not exceed the maximum water depth and speed specified above.
Safe braking
General
Objects in the range of movement
of the pedals
WA R N I N G
Objects in the driver's footwell can
restrict the pedal travel or block a
pedal that has been pressed. There is a risk of accident. Ensure that items in
the vehicle are stowed securely and
cannot get into the driver's footwell. Only use floor mats that are suitable
for the vehicle and can be securely
fastened to the floor. Do not use loose floor mats, and do not place several
floor mats on top of one another.
Make sure that there is sufficient space for the pedals. Ensure that floor
mats are securely reattached after
removal, for example for cleaning.
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Ensure that you do not obstruct
other road users when doing so.
The heat generated by braking
dries the brake discs and brake
pads and protects them against
corrosion.
This way, brake power is available
immediately, whenever it is needed.
■General
When driving on long or steep
downhill stretches, use the gear in
which the least braking is required.
Otherwise the brake system can
overheat and the braking effect is
reduced.
Engine braking effect can be addi-
tionally increased by manually shift-
ing down, even into first gear, if
applicable.
■Safety notes
Corrosion of the brake discs and
contamination of the brake pads
increase in the following circum-
stances:
 Low mileage.
 Extended periods when the vehi-
cle is not used.
 Infrequent use of the brakes.
 Aggressive, acidic or alkaline
cleaning agents.
During braking, corroded brake
discs may cause brake judder
which usually cannot be eliminated.
When the automatic air condition-
ing is in operation, condensation
develops and exits underneath the
vehicle.
The higher mechanical and thermal
loads involved in driving on racing
tracks lead to increased wear. This
wear is not covered by the war-
ranty. The vehicle is not conceived
for use in motor sports competi-
tions.
Before and after driving on a racing
track, have the vehicle checked at
any authorized Toyota retailer or
Toyota authorized repairer, or any
reliable repairer.
Downhill gradients
WA R N I N G
Even slight continuous pressure on the brake pedal can cause overheat-
ing, brake pad wear or even brake
system failure. There is a danger of accidents. Avoid excessive loads on
the brake.
WA R N I N G
When idling or with the engine switched off, safety-relevant func-
tions, for example engine braking
effect or steering and braking force assistance, are either restricted or not
available at all. There is a risk of acci-
dent. Do not drive at idle speed or with the engine switched off.
Corrosion of the brake discs
Condensation when vehicle
is parked
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This chapter describes all standard,
country-specific and special equip-
ment available for the model series.
It may therefore describe equip-
ment and functions which are not
installed in your vehicle, for exam-
ple on account of the special equip-
ment selected or the country
specification. This also applies to
safety-relevant functions and sys-
tems. Please comply with the rele-
vant laws and regulations when
using the corresponding functions
and systems.
The vehicle has a wide range of
technologies for reducing con-
sumption and emissions.
The fuel consumption depends on
various factors, for example driving
style, road conditions, service or
environmental factors.
A number of measures, such as a
moderate driving style and regular
maintenance, can influence fuel
consumption and reduce the bur-
den on the environment.
Extra weight increases fuel con-
sumption.
Add-on parts on the vehicle can
adversely affect its aerodynamic
performance and increase fuel con-
sumption.
Open windows increase drag and
consequently fuel consumption.
Tyres can have diff ering effects on
fuel consumption figures. The tyre
size, for example, can influence
how much fuel a vehicle uses.
Check and, if necessary, correct the
tyre inflation pressures at least
twice a month and before setting off
on a longer journey.
Insufficient tyre inflation pressure
increases rolling resistance and
consequently fuel consumption and
tyre wear.
Do not warm up the engine with the
vehicle at a stands till, but instead
Saving fuel
Vehicle equipment
Reducing fuel consumption
General
Remove unnecessary loads
Remove add-on parts after
use
Close windows
Ty r e s
General
Checking tyre inflation pressure
regularly
Drive off immediately

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set off straight away, driving at
moderate engine speeds.
This brings the cold engine up to
operating temperature as quickly as
possible.
Anticipating the road situation and
adopting a smooth driving style will
reduce fuel consumption.
Avoid accelerating and braking
unnecessarily.
Keep an appropriate distance from
the vehicle ahead.
Driving at low engine speeds
reduces fuel consumption and
wear.
Pay attention to the shift position
indicator, see page 171, in the vehi-
cle, if fitted.
When approaching a red traffic
light, take your foot off the accelera-
tor and allow the vehicle to coast to
a stop.
On downward stretc hes, take your
foot off the accelerator and allow
the vehicle to roll.
The fuel supply is interrupted in
overrun mode.
When you stop the vehicle for
longer periods, for example at traf-
fic lights, railway crossings or in
traffic jams, switch off the engine.
The Auto Start/Stop of the vehicle
shuts off the engine automatically
during a stop.
Switching the engine off and on
again reduces fuel consumption
and emissions compared with a
permanently running engine. Sav-
ings can be made just by shutting
down the engine for a few seconds.
Functions such as seat heating or
rear window heating require a great
deal of energy and increase fuel
consumption, especially in city traf-
fic and stop-and-go traffic.
Switch these functions off if they
are not required.
Have the vehicle serviced regularly
to achieve optimal economy and
lifetime. Toyota recommends hav-
ing maintenance work carried out
Think ahead
Avoid high engine speeds
Make use of overrun mode
Switch off the engine if stop-
ping for longer periods
Stopping the engine
Auto Start/Stop
Switch off functions which
are not currently required
Have maintenance work car-
ried out

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