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4-2. Maintenance
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Allow inspection and repairs to be performed by a Toyota dealer
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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.
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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
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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.
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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.
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Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds which are known to cause brain damage. Wash your hands after handling. (
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4-2. Maintenance
General maintenance
Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be performed at the intervals specified in the “Scheduled Maintenance
Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”. It is recommended that any problem you notice should be brought to the attention of your
Toyota dealer or qualified service shop for advice.
Engine compartment
Items
Battery
Brake fluid
Engine coolant
Engine oil
Exhaust system
Power steering fluid
Radiator/condenser/hoses
Washer fluid
Check points
Maintenance-free.
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At the correct level? (
At the correct level?
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At the correct level?
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No fumes or strange sounds?
At the correct level?
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Not blocked with foreign matter?
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At the correct level?
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Vehicle interior
Items
Accelerator pedal
Automatic transmission “Park” mechanism
Brake pedal
Brakes
Head restraints
Indicators/buzzers
Lights
Parking brake
Seat belts
Seats
Steering wheel
Check points
• Moves smoothly (without uneven pedal effort or catching)?
• Can the vehicle be held securely on an incline with the shift lever in
P?
• Moves smoothly?
• Does it have appropriate clearance and correct amount of free play?
• Not pull to one side when applied?
• Loss of brake effectiveness?
• Spongy feeling brake pedal?
• Pedal almost touches floor?
• Move smoothly and lock securely?
• Function properly?
• Do all the lights come on?
• Headlights aimed correctly?
• Moves smoothly?
• Can hold the vehicle securely on an incline?
• Does the seat belt system operate smoothly?
• Are the belts undamaged?
• Do the seat controls operate properly?
• Moves smoothly?
• Has correct free play?
• No strange noises?
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