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Spark ignition system of your
To y o t a
The spark ignition system in your Toyota meets all re-
quirements of the Canadian Interference- Causing Equip-
ment Standard.
Installation of a mobiletwo- way radio system
As the installation of a mobile two- way radio system in
your vehicle could affect electronic systems such as
multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel
injection system, cruise control system, anti- lock brake
system and SRS airbag system, be sure to check with
your Toyota dealer for precautionary measures or special
instructions regarding installation.
Scrapping of your Toyota
The SRS airbag devices in your Toyota contains explo-
sive chemicals. If the vehicle is scrapped with the air-
bags left as they are, it may cause an accident such as
a fire. Be sure to have the SRS airbag system removed
and disposed of by a qualified service shop or by your
Toyota dealer before you dispose of your vehicle.
On- pavement and off- road driving tips
(four-wheel drive models only)
This vehicle will handle and maneuver differently from an
ordinary passenger car because it is also designed for
off- road use. As with other vehicles of this type, failure
to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of
control or an accident. Be sure to read ºOff- road vehicle
precautionsº in Part 2 and ºOff- road driving precautionsº
in Part 3.

Publication No. OM35729U
Part No. 01999-35729
Printed in Japan 01-9801-00
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Quick index
If a service reminder indicator or warning buzzer comes on 70 . . . . . . . .
If your vehicle will not start 164
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If your engine stalls while driving 167
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If your vehicle overheats 168
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If you have a flat tire 169
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If your vehicle needs to be towed 177
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Tips for driving during break-in period 138 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
How to start the engine 151
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General maintenance 193
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Complete index NO TAG
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Gas station information
Fuel type: UNLEADED gasoline, Octane Rating 87 (Research Octane Number 91)
or higher
See page 138 for detailed information.
Fuel tank capacity: Two-wheel drive models except Pre Runner
57 L (15.1 gal., 12.5 lmp. gal.)
Four-wheel drive models and Pre Runner
68 L (18.0 gal., 15.0 lmp. gal.)
Engine oil:
API grade SH, ºEnergy- Conserving IIº or SJ, Energy- Conservingº
multigrade engine oil or ILSAC multigrade engine oil is recommended.
See page 207 for detailed information.
Tire information: See pages 210 through 214.
Tire pressure: See page 232. f
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