Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M) programs

Some states have vehicle emission inspection programs which include OBD (On Board Diagnostics) checks. The OBD system monitors the operation of the emission control system. ■ If the malfunc ...

Do-it-yourself service precautions

If you perform maintenance by yourself, be sure to follow the correct procedures as given in these sections. CAUTION The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may move su ...

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If your vehicle becomes stuck
If your vehicle becomes stuck in snow, mud, sand, etc., then you may attempt to rock the vehicle free by moving it forward and backward. CAUTION. Do not attempt to rock the vehicle free by movin ...

Tire information
Typical tire symbols Full-size tire Compact spare tire Tire size DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN) Location of treadwear indicators Tire ply composition and materials Plies are ...

Precautions for repairing body structure panels
1. HEAT REPAIR FOR BODY STRUCTURE PANELS Toyota prohibits the use of the heat repair method on body structure panels when repairing a vehicle damaged in a collision. Panels that have high streng ...