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’06
Solara_U
(L/O
0502)
277
2006 SOLARA from Feb. ’05
Prod. (OM33667U)
CORROSION
PREVENTION
AND
APPEARANCE
CARE
Cor
rosion
prevent
ion
and
appearance
care
Protect
ing your
T
oyota f
rom c
orrosion
278
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wa
shing an
d waxing
your T
oyota
279
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cleaning
the inter
ior
282
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SECTION
5
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Table of Contents
Operation of Instruments and Controls
2
Instrument Panel Overview
3
Instrument Cluster Overview
8
Indicator Symbols on the Instrument Panel
9
Table of Contents
12
Keys
13
Master Keys
13
Sub Key
13
When Starting the Engine
14
Key Number Plate
15
Engine Immobilizer System
15
Wireless Remote Control
17
Locking Operation
18
Unlocking Operation
18
Switching Beep Sound
19
Activating Alarm
19
Opening Trunk Lid
19
Replacing Battery
20
Locking and Unlocking with Key
21
Side Doors
21
Locking and Unlocking with Inside Lock Konb
22
Locking and Unlocking with Power Door Lock Switch
23
Driver’s Side
23
Passenger’s Side
23
Automatic Door Locking
24
Automatic Door Unlocking
24
To Select the Unlocking Linked with the Shift Position
25
Coupe
25
Convertible
25
Power Windows
25
Jam Protection Function (Coupe)
26
Automatic Operation
26
Operating the All Window Control Switch
27
Initialization of the Driver's Power Window
27
Operating the Passenger's Window
27
Trunk Lid
28
Luggage Security System
29
Internal Trunk Release Handle
30
To Open the Hood
30
Hood
30
Setting the System
31
Theft Deterrent System
31
When the System Is Set
32
Stopping the Alarm
32
Reactivating the Alarm
32
Cancelling the System
32
Testing the System
33
Fuel Tank Cap
33
Sliding Operation
35
Tilting Operation
35
Electric Moon Roof
35
Convertible Top Precautions
37
Convertible Top
37
Before Operating the Convertible Top
38
Lowering the Convertible Top
38
Raising the Convertible Top
39
Using the Top Boot
40
Occupant Restraint Systems
44
Driver Seat
45
Front Seat Precautions
45
Front Passenger Seat
46
Front Seats (with SRS Side Airbags)
46
Seat Adjustment Precautions
46
Adjusting Front Seats
47
Seat Position Adjusting Lever
47
Moving Front Seats for Rear Seat Entry
49
Fold- down Rear Seat (Coupe)
50
From the Driver’s Side
50
From the Front Passenger’s Side
50
Seat Heaters
51
Head Restraints
52
Seat Belt Precautions
53
Fastening Front and Rear Seat Belts
54
Using Front Seat Belt Hangers
54
Seat Belt Extender
57
Seat Belt Pretensioners
59
SRS Airbags
62
Landing Hard or Vehicle Falling
64
Child Restraint
86
Types of Child Restraint System
88
Infant Seat Installation
89
Installation with Seat Belt
89
Convertible Seat Installation
92
Using a Top Strap
101
Child Restraint System Installation
105
Steering Wheel and Mirrors
108
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel
109
Outside Rear View Mirrors
110
Anti- Glare Inside Rear View Mirror
111
Power Rear View Mirror Control
111
Auto Anti- Glare Inside Rear View Mirror
112
Sun Visors
113
Vanity Mirrors
114
Lights, Wipers and Defoggers
116
Headlights and Turn Signals
117
Manual Operation
117
Automatic Light Cut off System
118
Daytime Running Light (DRL) System
118
Turn Signals
119
Emergency Flashers
121
Front Fog Lights
122
Instrument Panel Light Control
122
Ignition Switch Light and Quarter Trim Courtesy Light
123
Illuminated Entry System
123
Interior Light
123
Personal Lights
124
Windshield Wipers and Washer
125
Rear Window and Outside Rear View Mirror Defoggers
126
With Automatic Air Conditioning Controls
126
With Manual Air Conditioning Controls
126
Gauges, Meters and Service Reminder Indicators
128
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
129
Fuel Gauge
129
Odometer and Two Trip Meters
130
Tachometer
130
Service Reminder Indicators and Warning Buzzers
132
Brake System Warning Light
134
Driver’s Seat Belt Reminder Light
134
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) Programs
135
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
135
Low Fuel Level Warning Light
136
“ABS” Warning Light
136
Open Door Warning Light
137
Low Tire Pressure Warning Light
138
Low Windshield Washer Fluid Level Warning Light
138
“VSC” Warning Light
138
Engine Oil Replacement Reminder Light (for Vehicles Sold in U.S.A.)
139
Key Reminder Buzzer
139
Ignition Switch, Transmission and Parking Brake
140
Ignition Switch
141
Automatic Transmission
142
Driving in “S” Mode
143
Normal Driving
143
Maximum Allowable Speeds
144
Shift Range Positions
144
Using Engine Braking
144
Backing up
145
Good Driving Practice
145
Parking
145
Manual Transmission
146
Recommended Shifting Speeds
146
Normal Driving Mode
147
Traction Control System
147
Traction Control off Mode
148
Vehicle Stability Control System
149
Tire Pressure Warning System
151
If the Warning Light Blinks Once Every Second
152
If the Warning Light Comes on
152
Cruise Control
155
Parking Brake
155
Cancelling the Preset Speed
156
Setting a Desired Speed
156
Turning the System on
156
Cruise Control Failure Warning
157
Resetting to a Slower Speed
157
Resuming the Preset Speed
157
Audio System
158
Reference
159
Using Your Audio System
159
Displaying the Radio ID
160
How to Subscribe to an XM Satellite Radio
160
Satellite Tuner Technology Notice
160
Switching between Functions
160
Sound Adjusting Function
161
Tone and Balance
161
Your Cassette Player
161
Your Radio Antenna
161
Your Compact Disc Player with Changer
162
Controls and Features
163
Am
164
Audio Control
164
Bas
164
Error Messages
164
Disc
165
Fm1 Fm2
165
RAND (Random)
165
RPT (Repeat)
165
Compact Disc Player
166
Radio
166
Scan
166
To Scan All the Frequencies
166
Text
167
TUNE (Tuning)
167
Atype 2
168
Cassette Player
169
Push
169
XM Satellite Radio
169
Load
171
RDS (Radio Data System) Display
171
Repeating a Disc
172
Repeating a Track
172
ST (Stereo Reception) Display
175
Audio Remote Controls
177
Audio System Operating Hints
179
Radio Reception
179
Caring for Your Cassette Player and Tapes
180
Caring for Your Compact Disc Player and Discs
181
Labeled Discs
182
Low Quality Discs
182
Special Shaped Discs
182
Transparent/Translucent Discs
182
Air Conditioning System
184
Controls
185
Manual Air Conditioning System
185
Air Flow Selector Settings
186
Fan Speed Selector
186
Temperature Selector
186
Windshield
186
Air Intake Selector
187
“A/C” Button
187
Air Flow Selector Settings
188
Operating Tips
188
Air Conditioning
189
Heating
189
Ventilation
189
Defogging
190
Defrosting
190
Automatic Air Conditioning System Controls
191
“AUTO” Button
192
“MODE” Button (Air Flow Selector)
192
“OFF” Button
192
Windshield Air Flow Button
193
Air Flow Selector Settings
195
Operating Tips
195
Defogging and Defrosting
197
Air Conditioning Filter
198
Side Vents
198
Checking and Replacing the Air Conditioning Filter
199
Information before Driving Your Toyota
202
Break- in Period
203
Fuel
203
Fuel Type
203
Octane Rating
203
Cleaner Burning Gasoline
204
Gasoline Containing Mmt
204
Oxygenates in Gasoline
204
Quality Gasoline
204
Fuel Pump Shut off System
205
Fuel Tank Capacity
205
Operation in Foreign Countries
205
2AZ- FE Engine
206
3MZ- FE Engine
206
Three- Way Catalytic Converters
206
Engine Exhaust Cautions
207
Engine Oil Consumption
208
Facts about Engine Oil Consumption
208
Functions of Engine Oil
208
Importance of Engine Oil Level Check
208
Brake Booster
209
Brake System
209
Iridium- Tipped Spark Plugs
209
Anti- Lock Brake System
210
Brake Assist System
212
Drum- In- Disc Type Parking Brake System
212
Brake Pad Wear Limit Indicators
213
Your Toyota's Identification
213
Engine Number
214
Suspension and Chassis
215
Theft Prevention Labels
215
Tire Information
216
Tire Symbols
216
Tire Symbols (Compact Spare Tire)
218
DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN)
219
Name of each Section of Tire
220
Tire Size
220
Traction AA, A, B, C
221
Treadwear
221
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
221
Temperature A, B, C
222
Glossary of Tire Terminology
223
Seating Capacity
226
Total Load Capacity
226
Towing Capacity
226
Vehicle Load Limits
226
Capacity and Distribution
227
Cargo and Luggage
227
Towage Precautions
227
Example on Your Vehicle
228
Types of Tires
229
Starting and Driving
230
Before Cranking
231
Before Starting the Engine
231
How to Start the Engine
231
Tips for Driving in Various Conditions
232
Check the Condition of the Battery and Cables
233
Winter Driving Tips
233
Dinghy Towing
234
Dinghy Towing Tips
235
Trailer Towing
235
How to Save Fuel and Make Your Vehicle Last Longer
236
In Case of an Emergency
238
If Your Vehicle will Not Start
239
Simple Checks
239
Starting a Flooded Engine
239
Jump Starting
240
Jump Starting Procedure
240
Connecting Point for 2AZ- FE Engine
241
Connecting Point for 3MZ- FE Engine
241
If Your Engine Stalls While Driving
242
If You Cannot Increase Engine Speed
243
If Your Vehicle Overheats
243
If You Have a Flat Tire
244
Compact Spare Tire
245
Required Tools and Spare Tire
246
To Remove the Spare Tire
247
Blocking the Wheel
248
Loosening Wheel Nuts
248
Removing Wheel Ornament
248
Positioning the Jack
249
Raising Your Vehicle
249
Changing Wheels
250
Lowering Your Vehicle
251
Reinstalling Wheel Nuts
251
Reinstalling Wheel Ornament
252
After Changing Wheels
253
If Your Vehicle Becomes Stuck
253
If Your Vehicle Needs to be Towed
254
From Rear
255
Towing Precautions
255
Towing with Sling Type Truck
255
Emergency Towing
256
Towing Eyelet (on some Models)
256
If the Convertible Top Does Not Rise or Lower
257
If You Cannot Shift Automatic Transmission Selector Lever
257
Raising the Convertible Top Manually
257
If You Lose Your Keys
258
If You Lose Your Wireless Remote Control Transmitter
259
Corrosion Prevention and Appearance Care
260
Protecting Your Toyota from Corrosion
261
Hand- Washing Your Toyota
262
Washing and Waxing Your Toyota
262
Automatic Car Wash
264
Washing Convertible Top
264
Waxing Your Toyota
264
Windshield Washer Nozzles
264
Cleaning the Interior
265
Vinyl Interior
265
Carpets
266
Seat Belts
266
Windows
266
Leather Interior
267
Vehicle Maintenance and Care
268
General Maintenance
269
Maintenance Requirements
269
Scheduled Maintenance
269
Where to Go for Service?
269
Battery Condition
270
Engine Coolant Level
270
Engine Oil Level
270
Radiator, Condenser and Hoses
270
Exhaust System
271
Inside the Vehicle
271
Lights
271
Outside the Vehicle
271
Does Your Vehicle Need Repairing?
272
Tire Inflation Pressure
272
Tire Rotation
272
Tire Surface and Wheel Nuts
272
Do- It- Yourself Maintenance
274
A2AZ- FE Engine
275
Engine Compartment Overview
275
A3MZ- FE Engine
276
Do- It- Yourself Service Precautions
277
Fuse Locations
277
Positioning the Jack
279
Parts and Tools
280
Adding Washer Fluid
281
Checking and Replacing Fuses
281
Replacing Light Bulbs
281
Engine and Chassis
282
Checking the Engine Oil Level
283
API Service Symbol
284
Engine Oil Selection
284
Oil Grade
284
Recommended Viscosity
284
Checking the Engine Coolant Level
285
Oil Identification Marks
285
Checking the Radiator and Condenser
286
Coolant Type Selection
286
Toyota Recommends
286
Checking Brake Fluid
287
Checking Power Steering Fluid
287
Checking Tire Inflation Pressure
288
Inspection and Adjustment
289
High Tire Pressure
290
Low Tire Pressure
290
Checking and Replacing Tires
291
Checking Your Tires
291
Replacing Your Tires
292
Rotating Tires
293
Installing Snow Tires and Chains
294
Snow Tire Installation
294
Chain Installation
295
Tire Chain Selection
295
Aluminum Wheel Precautions
296
Replacing Wheels
296
Wheel Selection
296
When to Replace Your Wheels
296
Electrical Components
298
Battery Precautions
299
Checking Battery Condition
299
Checking Battery Exterior
299
Emergency Measures
299
Battery Recharging Precautions
300
Checking by Indicator
300
Checking and Replacing Fuses
301
Adding Washer Fluid
302
Replacing Light Bulbs
303
High Mounted Stoplight
306
License Plate Lights
306
Specifications
308
Dimensions and Weight
309
Engine
309
Engine Lubrication
310
Fuel
310
Service Specifications
310
Valve Clearance
310
Charging Rates
311
Coolant Type
311
Recommended Oil Viscosity
311
Total Capacity
311
Automatic Transaxle
312
Brakes
312
Fuses
313
Tires
313
Reporting Safety Defects for U.S. Owners
316
Gas Station Information
318
Quick Index
318
Important Information about this Manual
319
Safety and Vehicle Damage Warnings
319
Safety Symbol
319
Occupant Restraint Systems
320
Event Data Recorder
321
Important Health and Safety Information about Your Toyota
323
Accessories, Spare Parts and Modification of Your Toyota
324
Installation of a Mobile Two- Way Radio System
324
Scrapping of Your Toyota
325
Tires and Loading on Your Toyota
325
Periodic Maintenance and Tune−Up
327
Basic Functions
330
Basic Information before Operation
330
Display Operation
331
Touch Switch Operation
331
Inputting Letters and Numbers
332
To Display the List
332
To Input Letters
332
To Input Numerals and Symbols
332
List Screen Operation
333
Current Position Display
334
Screen Scroll Operation
334
Memory Point Information
337
Heading-Up Screen
338
Map Scale
338
North-Up Screen
338
Orientation of the Map
338
Limitations of the Navigation System
339
Map Database Information and Updates
341
Government End Users
343
Warnings
343
Basic Functions in Frequent Use
352
Destination Input and Route Guidance
352
Destination Input and Route Guidance
353
Selecting the Search Area
353
Destination Input by Quick Access
355
Inputting a House Number and a Street Name
356
Selecting a City to Search
357
Inputting the City Name
358
Selecting from the Last 5 Cities
358
Selecting from the Nearest 5 Cities
358
Destination Input by "POI Name
359
Destination Input by "POI Category
362
Selecting the POI Category
363
Setting a Search Point
363
Setting the Current Position as the Search Point
364
Setting the Search Point Via the Map Screen
364
Destination Input by "Emergency
365
Setting the Search Point from the Destinations
365
Destination Input by "Memory
366
Destination Input by "Map
367
Destination Input by "Previous
367
Destination Input by "Intersection
368
Destination Input by "Freeway Ent./Exit
369
Destination Input by "Coordinates
370
Destination Input by "Phone
370
Entering Destination
371
Starting Route Guidance
371
3 Routes Selection
372
Route Preference
372
Route Guidance Screen
373
Typical Voice Guidance Prompts
373
Adding Destinations
375
Setting and Deleting Destination
375
Reordering Destinations
376
Adding Preferred Road
377
Deleting Destination
377
Setting and Deleting Route
377
Deleting Preferred Road
378
Search Condition
379
Detour Setting
380
Starting Route from Adjacent Road
381
Show POI Icons
382
To Set a POI as a Destination
383
Route Overview
384
Route Preview
385
Screen Configuration
386
Single Map
386
Compass Mode
387
Dual Map
387
Arrow Screen
388
Freeway Information Screen
388
Turn List Screen
388
Guidance Screen on Freeway
389
Intersection Guidance
389
Intersection Guidance Screen
389
Distance and Time to Destination
390
Foot Print Map
391
To Delete the Foot Print Map Display
391
To Display Building Information
391
To Switch to the Foot Print Map
391
Advanced Functions
394
Descriptions of Functions for more Effective Use
394
Advanced Functions
395
Suspending and Resuming Guidance
395
To Resume Guidance
395
To Suspend Guidance
395
User Selection
396
Volume
396
To Register
397
To Change User
398
To Delete User
398
My Places
399
Registering Memory Points
399
Editing Memory Points
401
Touch the Desired Icon
402
Touch the Desired Sound Icon
402
To Change “Attribute”
403
To Change “Location”
404
To Change “Name”
404
Deleting Memory Points
405
To Change “Phone #”
405
Area to Avoid
406
Registering Area to Avoid
406
Editing Area to Avoid
407
Deleting Area to Avoid
409
Current Position Calibration
410
Setup
410
Position/Direction Calibration
411
Tire Change Calibration
411
Distance Unit
412
Estimated Travel Time
412
Adjusting Time Zone
414
Auto Reroute
414
Auto Voice Guidance
415
Voice Guidance in All Modes
416
Notifying Traffic Restriction
417
Intersection Guidance
418
Guidance Screen on Freeway
419
Street Name on Scroll Map
420
Display of Building Shape
421
Screen Layout Function ( Function)
422
POI Category Change (Show POI Icons)
423
Delete Previous Point
424
Map Color
425
Screen Animation
426
Other Functions
428
Maintenance Information
429
Information Items
430
Register Dealer
431
Edit Dealer
432
Delete Dealer
434
Set as Destination
434
Calendar with Memo
434
Inputting a Memo
435
Mark Color
437
Date Color
437
Adding a Memo
438
Deleting a Memo
438
Editing a Memo
439
Memo List
439
Screen Adjustment
441
Contrast and Brightness Adjustment
441
Strengthens the Contrast of the Screen
441
Weakens the Contrast of the Screen
441
Automatic Transition
442
Screen Setting
442
Background Colo
443
Quick Reference
445
Function Switch Display Screen
445
“TUNE” Knob
445
“AM·SAT” Button
445
Turning the System on and off
446
Radio Operation
449
Listening to the Radio
449
Your Compact Disc Player
449
Presetting a Station
450
Selecting a Station
450
Radio Data System
450
“TYPE SEEK” Switch
451
“MSG” (MESSAGE) Switch
451
“TRAF” Switch
452
Traffic Announcement
452
Listening to Satellite Radio
453
Channel Category
454
Presetting a Channel
454
Selecting a Channel
455
Displaying the Title and Name
455
If the Satellite Radio Tuner Malfunctions
456
Compact Disc Player Operation
458
Inserting a Compact Disc
458
Ejecting a Compact Disc
459
Playing a Compact Disc
459
Selecting a Desired Track
460
Searching for a Desired Track
460
Other Compact Disc Player Functions
460
“Destination” Screen
471
Home Switch
472
“Map” Switch
472
“Freeway Ent./Exit” Switch
472
“Intersection” Switch
472
“Menu” Screen
473
2006 Solara 5,000 Miles - 6 Months
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Driving While Towing
474
Driving in Desert or on Dirt Roads
474
2006 Solara 10,000 Miles - 12 Months
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2006 Solara 15,000 Miles - 18 Months
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2006 Solara 20,000 Miles - 24 Months
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2006 Solara 25,000 Miles - 30 Months
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2006 Solara 30,000 Miles - 36 Months
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2006 Solara 35,000 Miles - 42 Months
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2006 Solara 40,000 Miles - 48 Months
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2006 Solara 45,000 Miles - 54 Months
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2006 Solara 50,000 Miles - 60 Months
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2006 Solara 55,000 Miles - 66 Months
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2006 Solara 60,000 Miles - 72 Months
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2006 Solara 65,000 Miles - 78 Months
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2006 Solara 70,000 Miles - 84 Months
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2006 Solara 75,000 Miles - 90 Months
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2006 Solara 80,000 Miles - 96 Months
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2006 Solara 85,000 Miles - 102 Months
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2006 Solara 90,000 Miles - 108 Months
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2006 Solara 95,000 Miles - 114 Months
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2006 Solara 100,000 Miles - 120 Months
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2006 Solara 105,000 Miles - 126 Months
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2006 Solara 110,000 Miles - 132 Months
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2006 Solara 115,000 Miles - 138 Months
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2006 Solara 120,000 Miles - 144 Months
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Brand
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Model
Solara
Category
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Language
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