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Calibrating the compass

The direction display deviates from the true direction determined by
the earth’s magnetic field. The amount of deviation varies according
to the geographic position of the vehicle.

If you cross over a map boundary shown in the illustration, the compass
will deviate.
To obtain higher precision or perfect calibration, refer to the following.

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Deviation calibration

Stop the vehicle.

Press and hold “AUTO” for 6
seconds.

A number (1 to 15) appears on
the compass display.

Press “AUTO” and, referring to the map above, select the
number of the zone where you are.

If the direction is displayed several seconds after adjustment, the
calibration is complete.

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Circling calibration

Stop the vehicle in a place where it is safe to drive in a circle.

Press and hold “AUTO” for 9
seconds.

C appears on the compass dis-
play.

Drive the vehicle at 5 mph (8
km/h) or less in a circle until a
direction is displayed.

If there is not enough space to
drive in a circle, drive around the
block until the direction is dis-
played.

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Conditions unfavorable for correct operation

The compass may not show the correct direction in the following situations:

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The vehicle is stopped immediately after turning.

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The vehicle is on an inclined surface.

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The vehicle is in a place where the earth's magnetic field is subject to
interference by artificial magnetic fields (underground car park/parking
lot, under a steel tower, between buildings, roof car park/parking lot, near
an intersection, near a large vehicle, etc.).

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The vehicle has become magnetized.
(There is a magnet or metal object near the anti-glare inside rear view
mirror.)

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The battery has been disconnected.

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A door is open.

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CAUTION

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While driving the vehicle

Do not adjust the display. Be sure to adjust the display only when the vehicle
is stopped.

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When doing the circling calibration

Be sure to secure a wide space, and watch out for people and vehicles in the
neighborhood. Do not violate any local traffic rules while performing circling
calibration.

NOTICE

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To avoid compass malfunctions

Do not place magnets or any metal objects near the anti-glare inside rear
view mirror.
Doing this may cause a malfunction of the compass sensor.

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To ensure normal operation of the compass

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Do not perform circling calibration of the compass in a place where the
earth's magnetic field is subject to interference by artificial magnetic fields.

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During calibration, do not operate electric systems (moon roof, power win-
dows, etc.) as they may interfere with the calibration.

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4-1. Maintenance and care

Cleaning and protecting

the vehicle exterior......... 314

Cleaning and protecting

the vehicle interior.......... 317

4-2. Maintenance

Maintenance

requirements.................. 320

General maintenance....... 322
Emission inspection and

maintenance (I/M)
programs........................ 325

4-3. Do-it-yourself

maintenance

Do-it-yourself service

precautions .................... 326

Hood ................................  330
Positioning a floor jack .....  332
Engine compartment........  335
Tires .................................  349
Tire inflation pressure ......  358
Wheels .............................  362
Air conditioning filter.........  365
Key battery.......................  367
Checking and replacing

fuses .............................. 369

Light bulbs........................ 378

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Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior

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Automatic car washes

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Before washing the vehicle, do the following.

• Fold the mirrors back.
• Remove the antenna.

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Brushes used in automatic car washes may scratch the vehicle surface
and harm your vehicle's paint.

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High pressure car washes

●

Do not allow the nozzles of the car wash to come within close proximity
of the windows.

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Before car wash, check that the fuel filler door on your vehicle is closed
properly.

Perform the following to protect the vehicle and maintain it in prime
condition.

● Working from top to bottom, liberally apply water to the vehicle

body, wheel wells and underside of the vehicle to remove any
dirt and dust.
Wash the vehicle body using a sponge or soft cloth, such as a
chamois.

● For hard-to-remove marks, use car wash soap and rinse thor-

oughly with water.

● Wipe away any water.
● Wax the vehicle when the waterproof coating deteriorates.

If water does not bead on a clean surface, apply wax when the vehicle
body is cool.

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Aluminum wheels

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Remove any dirt immediately by using a neutral detergent. Do not use
hard brushes or abrasive cleaners. Do not use strong or harsh chemical
cleaners.
Use the same mild detergent and wax as used on the paint.

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Do not use detergent on the wheels when they are hot, for example after
driving for long distance in the hot weather.

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Wash detergent from the wheels immediately after use.

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Bumpers

Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners.

CAUTION

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Caution about the exhaust pipe

Exhaust gasses cause the exhaust pipe to become quite hot.

When washing the vehicle, be careful not to touch the pipe until it has cooled
sufficiently, as touching a hot exhaust pipe can cause burns.

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NOTICE

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To prevent paint deterioration and corrosion on the body and compo-
nents (aluminum wheels etc.)

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Wash the vehicle immediately in the following cases:

• After driving near the sea coast
• After driving on salted roads
• If you see coal tar or tree sap on the paint surface
• If you see dead insects or insect droppings on the paint
• After driving in an area contaminated with soot, oily smoke, mine dust,

iron powder or chemical substances

• If the vehicle becomes heavily soiled in dust or mud
• If liquids such as benzene and gasoline are spilled on the paint surface

●

If the paint is chipped or scratched, have it repaired immediately.

●

To prevent the wheels from corroding, remove any dirt and store in a place
with low humidity when storing the wheels.

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If the windshield washer nozzle become blocked

Contact your Toyota dealer. Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object.
This may damage the nozzle.

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Cleaning the exterior lights

●

Wash carefully. Do not use organic substances or scrub with a hard brush.
This may damage the surfaces of the lights.

●

Do not apply wax on the surfaces of the lights.
Wax may cause damage to the lenses.

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Antenna installation and removal precautions

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Before driving, ensure that the antenna is installed.

●

When the antenna is removed, such as before entering an automatic car
wash, make sure to store it in a suitable place so as not to lose it. Also,
before driving, make sure to reinstall the antenna in its original position.

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Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior

The following procedures will help protect your vehicle's interior and
keep it in top condition:

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Protecting the vehicle interior
Remove dirt and dust using a vacuum cleaner. Wipe dirty sur-
faces with a cloth dampened with lukewarm water.

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Cleaning the leather areas
● Remove dirt and dust using a vacuum cleaner.
● Wipe any excess dirt and dust with a soft cloth dampened with

diluted detergent.

Use a diluted water solution of approximately 5% neutral wool deter-
gent.

● Wring out any excess water from the cloth and thoroughly

wipe off all remaining traces of detergent.

● Wipe the surface with a dry, soft cloth to remove any remain-

ing moisture. Allow the leather to dry in a shaded ventilated
area.

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Synthetic leather areas
● Remove loose dirt using a vacuum cleaner.
● Apply a mild soap solution to the synthetic leather using a

sponge or soft cloth.

● Allow the solution to soak in for a few minutes. Remove the

dirt and wipe off the solution with a clean, damp cloth.

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Caring for leather areas

Toyota recommends cleaning the interior of the vehicle at least twice a year
to maintain the quality of the vehicle's interior.

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Shampooing the carpets

There are several commercial foaming-type cleaners available. Use a
sponge or brush to apply the foam. Rub in overlapping circles. Do not apply
water. Excellent results are obtained by keeping the carpet as dry as possi-
ble.

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Seat belts

Clean with mild soap and lukewarm water using a cloth or sponge. Also
check the belts periodically for excessive wear, fraying or cuts.

CAUTION

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Water in the vehicle

●

Do not splash or spill liquid in the vehicle. Doing so may cause electrical
components etc. to malfunction or catch fire.

●

Do not get any of the SRS components or wiring in the vehicle interior wet.
(

→P. 74)

Electrical malfunction may cause the airbags to deploy or not function
properly, resulting in death or severe injury.

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Cleaning the interior (especially instrument panel)

Do not use polish wax or polish cleaner. The instrument panel may reflect off
the windshield, obstructing the driver's view and leading to an accident,
resulting in death or serious injury.

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NOTICE

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Cleaning detergents

●

Do not use organic substances such as benzene or gasoline, acidic or
alkaline solutions, dye, bleach or other detergent. Doing so may discolor
the vehicle interior or cause streaks or damage to painted surfaces.

●

Do not use polish wax or polish cleaner. The instrument panel's or other
interior part's painted surface may be damaged.

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Preventing damage to leather surfaces

Observe the following precautions to avoid damage to and deterioration of
leather surfaces.

●

Remove any dust or dirt on leather surfaces immediately.

●

Do not expose the vehicle to direct sunlight for extended periods of time.
Park the vehicle in the shade, especially during summer.

●

Do not place items made of vinyl, plastic, or that contain wax, on the
upholstery, as they may stick to the leather surface if the vehicle interior
heats up significantly.

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Water on the floor

Do not wash the vehicle floor with water.
Vehicle systems such as the audio system may be damaged if water comes
into contact with electrical components under the floor of the vehicle, and
may also cause the body to rust.

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Cleaning the inside of the rear window

●

Do not use glass cleaner to clean the rear window, as this may cause
damage to the rear window defogger heater wires. Use a cloth dampened
with lukewarm water to gently wipe the window clean. Wipe the window in
strokes running parallel to the heater wires.

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Be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires.

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Maintenance requirements

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Repair and replacement

It is recommended that genuine Toyota parts be used for repair to ensure
performance of each system. If non-Toyota parts are used in replacement or
if a repair shop other than a Toyota dealer performs repairs, confirm the war-
ranty coverage.

To ensure safe and economical driving, day-to-day care and regular
maintenance is essential. It is the owner’s responsibility to perform
regular checks. Toyota recommends the following maintenance.

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General maintenance
Should be performed on a daily basis. This can be done by your-
self or by a Toyota dealer.

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Scheduled maintenance
Should be performed at specified intervals according to the
maintenance schedule.

For details about maintenance items and schedules, refer to the
“Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”.

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Do-it-yourself maintenance
You can perform some maintenance procedures yourself.
Please be aware that do-it-yourself maintenance may affect war-
ranty coverage.

The use of Toyota Repair Manuals is recommended.

For details about warranty coverage, see the separate “Owner’s War-
ranty Information Booklet” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”.

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Reset the maintenance data (U.S.A. only)

After the required maintenance is performed according to the maintenance
schedule, please reset the maintenance data.
To reset the data, follow the procedures described below:

Turn the engine switch OFF with the trip meter A reading shown.

While pressing the trip meter reset button (

→P. 132), turn the

engine switch to the “ON” position.

Continue to press and hold the button until the trip meter displays
000000.

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Allow inspection and repairs to be performed by a Toyota dealer

●

Toyota technicians are well-trained specialists and are kept up to date
with the latest service information. They are well informed about the
operations of all systems on your vehicle.

●

Keep a copy of the repair order. It proves that the maintenance that has
been performed is under warranty coverage. If any problem should arise
while your vehicle is under warranty, your Toyota dealer will promptly
take care of it.

CAUTION

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Warning in handling of battery

●

Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and a wide variety of automobile
components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects and other reproductive harm. Work in a
well ventilated area.

●

Oils, fuels and fluids contained in vehicles as well as waste produced by
component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Avoid exposure and wash any affected area immediately.

●

Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds which are known to cause brain damage. Wash your hands
after handling. (

→P. 345)

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General maintenance

Engine compartment

Items

Check points

Battery

Check the connections.

(

→P. 345)

Brake fluid

At the correct level? (

→P. 343)

Engine coolant

At the correct level? (

→P. 341)

Engine oil

At the correct level? (

→P. 337)

Exhaust system

No fumes or strange sounds?

Radiator/condenser/hoses

Not blocked with foreign matter?

(

→P. 342)

Washer fluid

At the correct level? (

→P. 347)

Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be per-
formed at the intervals specified in the “Owner's Warranty Informa-
tion Booklet” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement/Scheduled
Maintenance Guide”. It is recommended that any problem you notice
should be brought to the attention of your Toyota dealer or qualified
service shop for advice.

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Vehicle interior

Items

Check points

Accelerator pedal

• Moves smoothly (without uneven

pedal effort or catching)?

Automatic transmission “Park”
mechanism

• Can the vehicle be held securely

on an incline with the shift lever in
P?

Brake pedal

• Moves smoothly?
• Does it have appropriate clear-

ance and correct amount of free
play?

Brakes

• Not pull to one side when

applied?

• Loss of brake effectiveness?
• Spongy feeling brake pedal?
• Pedal almost touches floor?

Clutch pedal

• Moves smoothly?

Head restraints

• Move smoothly and lock

securely?

Indicators/buzzers

• Function properly?

Lights

• Do all the lights come on?

Parking brake

• Moves smoothly?
• Can hold the vehicle securely on

an incline?

Seat belts

• Does the seat belt system oper-

ate smoothly?

• Are the belts undamaged?

Seats

• Do the seat controls operate

properly?

Steering wheel

• Moves smoothly?
• Has correct free play?
• No strange noises?

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Vehicle exterior

Items

Check points

Doors

• Operate smoothly?

Engine hood

• The lock system works properly?

Fluid leaks

• Is there any leakage after park-

ing?

Tires

• Inflation pressure is correct?
• Tire surfaces not worn or dam-

aged?

• Tires rotated according to the

maintenance schedule?

• Wheel nuts are not loose?

Windshield wipers/rear window
wiper

• The wiper blades should not

show any signs of cracking,
splitting, wear, contamination or
deformation.

• The wiper blades should clear

the windshield/rear window
without streaking or skipping.

CAUTION

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If the engine is running

Turn the engine off and ensure that there is adequate ventilation before per-
forming maintenance checks.

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Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M) programs

Some states have vehicle emission inspection programs which
include OBD (On Board Diagnostics) checks. The OBD system moni-
tors the operation of the emission control system.

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If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on
The OBD system determines that a problem exists somewhere
in the emission control system. Your vehicle may not pass the I/
M test and may need to be repaired. Contact your Toyota dealer
to service the vehicle.

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Your vehicle may not pass the I/M test:
● When the battery is disconnected or discharged

Readiness codes that are set during ordinary driving are
erased.
Also, depending on your driving habits, the readiness codes
may not be completely set.

● When the fuel tank cap is loose

The malfunction indicator lamp comes on as a temporary mal-
function and your vehicle may not pass the I/M test.

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When the malfunction indicator lamp goes off after several
driving trips
The error code in the OBD system will not be cleared unless the
vehicle is driven 40 or more times.

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If your vehicle does not pass the I/M test
Contact your Toyota dealer to prepare the vehicle for re-testing.

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