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Foreword
Welcome to the growing group of value- conscious people who drive Toyotas. We
are proud of the advanced engineering and quality construction of each vehicle we
build.
This Owner's Manual explains the features of your new Toyota. Please read it and
follow the instructions carefully so that you can enjoy many years of safe motoring.
When it comes to service, remember that your Toyota dealer knows your vehicle
best and is interested in your complete satisfaction. He will provide quality mainte-
nance and any other assistance you may require.
Please leave this Owner's Manual in this vehicle at the time of resale. The next
owner will need this information also.
All information and specifications in this manual are current at the time of
printing. However, because of Toyota's policy of continual product improve-
ment, we reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice.
Please note that this manual applies to all models and explains all equipment,
including options. Therefore, you may find some explanations for equipment
not installed on your vehicle.
1999 TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION
All rights reserved. This material may not be reproduced or copied, in whole or in
part, without the written permission of Toyota Motor Corporation.
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  • Page 1 This Owner’s Manual explains the features of your new Toyota. Please read it and follow the instructions carefully so that you can enjoy many years of safe motoring.
  • Page 2 MR2 U New vehicle warranty Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Toyota Your new vehicle is covered by the following Toyota limited warranties: A wide variety of non- genuine spare parts and accesso- D New vehicle warranty ries for Toyota vehicles are currently available in the D Emission control systems warranty market.
  • Page 3 SRS airbag system and seat belt pretensioner system, be sure to check with your Toyota dealer for precautionary measures or special instructions regarding installation. Scrapping of your Toyota The SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner devices in your Toyota contain explosive chemicals.
  • Page 4 00U- 1 Quick index D If a service reminder indicator or warning buzzer comes on ... D If your vehicle will not start ........D If your engine stalls while driving .
  • Page 5 MR2 U SECTION OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Overview of instruments and controls Instrument panel overview ........Instrument cluster overview .

  • Page 6: Instrument Panel Overview

    MR2 U Instrument panel overview 1. Side vents 2. Instrument cluster 3. Center vents 4. Interior light 5. Glove box 6. Manual transmission gear shift lever 7. Parking brake lever 8. Power window switches 9. Power rear view mirror control switch 10.

  • Page 7: Controls

    MR2 U 1. Headlight and turn signal switch 2. Wiper and washer switches 3. Clock 4. Rear window defogger switch 5. Emergency flasher switch 6. Auxiliary box 7. Engine immobiliser system indicator light 8. Air conditioning controls 9. Car audio 10.

  • Page 8: Instrument Cluster Overview

    MR2 U Instrument cluster overview SB11016 1. Speedometer 4. Low fuel level warning light 7. Trip meter reset knob 2. Service reminder indicators and 5. Fuel gauge 8. Odometer and two trip meters indicator lights 6. Tachometer 3. Engine coolant temperature gauge 2000 MR2 (OM17475U)

  • Page 9: Indicator Symbols On The Instrument Panel

    MR2 U Indicator symbols on the instrument panel ∗ ∗ Brake system warning light Open door warning light ∗ ∗ Driver’s seat belt reminder light SRS warning light ∗ Power steering system warning light ∗ Passenger’s seat belt reminder light ∗...
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  • Page 11: Table Of Contents

    MR2 U SECTION OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Keys and Doors Keys ............Engine immobiliser system .

  • Page 12: Keys

    When using a key containing a trans- 1. Master key (black)—This key works in ponder chip, observe the following every lock. Your Toyota dealer will precautions: need it to make you a new key with built- in transponder chip.
  • Page 13 MR2 U z Do not cover the key grip with any material that cuts off electromagnet- ic waves. z Do not knock the key hard against other objects. SY12002a SY12003 z Do not leave the key exposed to high temperatures for a long period, such as on the dashboard and hood under the direct sunlight.

  • Page 14: Engine Immobiliser System

    Toyota dealer. made by a Toyota dealer using the key sponds to the registered ID code for number. The indicator light stays on.

  • Page 15: Side Doors

    MR2 U Side doors— For your Toyota dealer to make you a For vehicles sold in U.S.A. new key with built- in transponder chip, your dealer will need your key number FCC ID: MOZ RI- 8FTY and master key. However, there is a limit MADE IN.
  • Page 16 MR2 U CAUTION Before driving, be sure that the doors closed locked, especially when small children are in the ve- SB12035 SB12080 hicle. Along with the proper use of seat belts, locking the doors helps prevent the driver and passengers from being thrown out from the ve- hicle during an accident.

  • Page 17: Power Windows

    MR2 U Power windows SB12049 SB12050 SB12051 The windows can be operated with the Automatic operation open only): OPERATING PASSENGER’S switch on the center console. Push the switch completely down and then WINDOW release it. The window will fully open. To The power windows work when the ignition Use the switch on the passenger’s side stop the window partway, lightly pull the...

  • Page 18: Trunk Lid

    MR2 U Trunk lid CAUTION To avoid serious personal injury, you must do the following. Always make sure the head, hands SB12081 SB12043 and other parts of the body of all occupants are kept completely in- side the vehicle before you close the power windows.
  • Page 19 MR2 U CAUTION After inserting the support rod into the slot, make sure the rod sup- ports the trunk lid securely from SB12037 SB12068 falling down on to your head or body. Before closing the trunk lid, lock the front box cover securely. This prevents the front box from being damaged.

  • Page 20: Engine Hood

    MR2 U Engine hood SB12069 SB12044 SB12038 To open the engine hood: 2. In rear of the vehicle, lift the engine 3. Hold the engine hood open by in- hood. serting the support rod into the slot. 1. Pull the engine hood lock release Before closing the engine hood, check to lever.

  • Page 21: Fuel Tank Cap

    MR2 U Fuel tank cap NOTICE Be sure to return the support rod to its clip before closing the engine hood. Closing the engine hood with the support rod up could cause the SB12053 SB12070 engine hood to bend. LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH EN- 1.
  • Page 22 If the cap is not tightened securely, the malfunction indicator lamp comes Make sure the cap is tightened securely. The indicator lamp goes off after driving several times. If the indicator lamp does not go off, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. 2000 MR2 (OM17475U)

  • Page 23: Soft Top

    MR2 U Soft top— —Soft top precautions Before raising or lowering the soft top, NOTICE lower both side windows, apply the park- ing brake, stop the engine and put the z Make sure there are no items or transmission lever in the first position. packages in the folding board when lowering in the soft top.
  • Page 24 MR2 U —Lowering the soft top z When the soft top is completely lowered, keep the rear window de- fogger turned off to avoid damage to the top. z It may be hard to fix the soft top SB12077 SB12071 when raising it after having kept it open for a long time.
  • Page 25 MR2 U SB12072 SB12082 SB12079 3. Lower the soft top backward press- 4. Fold the soft top slowly and house CAUTION ing the rear window glass down soft- it completely. Press down the soft top toward the front To prevent personal injury, do not from the rear and lock it.
  • Page 26 MR2 U —Air deflector —Raising the soft top Folding board SB12059 SB12060 SB12061 Flare The air deflector will reduce the wind 1. Lower both side windows and sun NOTICE from the rear of the vehicle when the visors. Then pull down the lock re- vehicle is running with the soft top lease lever towards the front of the z Do not lower the soft top while...
  • Page 27 MR2 U SB12074 SB12082 SB12083 2. Stand outside of the vehicle and pull 3. Be seated in the seat and hold the CAUTION the soft top out slowly holding the handle on the center of the front part shown in dark color in the il- soft top frame.
  • Page 28 MR2 U Hook on body side Hook on body side SB12078 SB12076 Lock 4. Keep pressing the soft top against If the lock is not hung easily, give your the frame of the front window glass hand to the lock for helping to hang it and fix the soft top by pushing up on the hook on the body side.
  • Page 29 MR2 U SECTION OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Seats, Seat belts, Steering wheel and Mirrors Seats ............Seat belts .

  • Page 30: Seats

    MR2 U —Seat adjustment precautions Seats— Adjust the driver’s seat so that the foot While the vehicle is being driven, all ve- While adjusting the seat, do not put pedals, steering wheel instrument hicle occupants should have the seatback your hands under the seat or near panel controls are within easy reach of upright, sit well back in the seat and prop- the moving parts.
  • Page 31 MR2 U —Adjusting seats 1. SEAT POSITION ADJUSTING LEVER 3. SEAT CUSHION ANGLE ADJUSTING KNOB (driver’s seat only) Pull the lever up. Then slide the seat to the desired position with slight body Turn the knob either way. pressure and release the lever. 2.

  • Page 32: Seat Belts

    MR2 U Seat belts— —Seat belt precautions Toyota strongly urges that the driver and Pregnant woman. Toyota recommends the Avoid reclining the seatbacks too passenger in the vehicle be properly re- use of a seat belt. Ask your doctor for much.
  • Page 33 It also may normally, immediately contact your lock if you lean forward too quickly. A Toyota dealer. Do not use the seat slow, easy motion will allow the belt to until the seat belt is fixed. It cannot extend, and you can move around freely.
  • Page 34 Please contact your local Toyota dealer to SB13070 the lap belt during a collision or order the proper required length for the other unintended result. Keep the extender.
  • Page 35 If the seat belt does not function normally, immediately contact your Toyota dealer. Do not use the seat To connect the extender to the seat until the seat belt is fixed. It cannot belt, insert the tab into the seat belt protect an adult occupant or your buckle so that the “PRESS”...
  • Page 36 MR2 U —Seat belt pretensioners SB13089 SB13102 SB13091 The driver and passenger’s seat belt This indicator comes on when the igni- The seat belt pretensioner system mainly pretensioners are designed to be acti- tion key is turned to the “ON” position. consists of the following components and vated in response to a severe frontal It goes off after about 6 seconds.
  • Page 37 Modification of the front end struc- which could result in death or serious indicates a malfunction of the airbags or ture injury. pretensioners. Contact your Toyota dealer z Attachment of a grille guard (bull soon possible service Failure to follow these instructions bar, kangaroo bar, etc.), snowplow,...

  • Page 38: Srs Driver And Passenger Airbags

    Toyota strongly recommends that: The driver sit as far back as pos- In the following cases, contact your Toyota The SRS (Supplemental Restraint Sys- sible from the steering wheel while tem) airbags are designed to provide...
  • Page 39 MR2 U CAUTION Indicator light Make sure that the indicator light is off. Do not turn off the passenger air- SB13013 bag manual on- off switch except when a member of a passenger risk group identified in TABLE 1 is oc- cupying the passenger seating posi- tion.
  • Page 40 MR2 U TABLE 1: A PASSENGER RISK GROUP Infant. An infant (less than 1 year old) who must ride in the front seat because: Vehicle has no rear seat; Vehicle has a rear seat too small to accommodate a rear- facing infant seat; or SB13102 The infant has a medical condition which, according to the infant’s physician, makes it necessary for the infant to ride in the front seat so that the driver can...
  • Page 41 MR2 U However, this threshold velocity will be considerably higher if the vehicle strikes an object, such as a parked vehicle or sign pole, which can move or deform on impact, or if it is involved in an underride collision (e.g. a collision in which the nose Collision from the rear SB13046 SC13014...
  • Page 42 MR2 U In a severe frontal impact, the sensors detect deceleration and the system trig- gers the airbag inflators. Then a chemical reaction in the inflators quickly fills the airbags with non- toxic gas to help restrain Hitting a curb, edge Falling into or of pavement or hard jumping...
  • Page 43 MR2 U A crash severe enough to inflate the air- CAUTION Improperly seated and/or restrained bags may break the windshield as the infants and children can be killed vehicle buckles. In vehicles with a pas- The SRS airbag system is designed or seriously injured by the deploy- senger airbag the windshield may also be only as a supplement to the prima-...
  • Page 44 MR2 U A forward- facing child restraint sys- tem which belongs to a passenger risk group should never be put on the passenger seat with the passen- ger airbag manual on- off switch in SB13101 SB13053 “ON” position, because force of a deploying airbag could cause death or serious injury to the child in forward seating position.
  • Page 45 MR2 U Do not modify or remove any wir- ing. Do not modify, remove, strike or open any components such as the steering wheel pad, steering wheel, column cover, passenger air- SB13054 SB13055 bag cover, passenger airbag or air- bag sensor assembly. Doing any of these may cause sudden SRS air- bag inflation or disable the system, which could result in death or seri-...
  • Page 46 Modification of the suspension sys- This SRS airbag system has a service In the following cases, contact your Toyota z Modification of the front end struc- reminder indicator to inform the driver of dealer as soon as possible:...

  • Page 47: Passenger Airbag Manual On- Off Switch

    MR2 U Passenger airbag manual on- off switch The indicator comes on when the passen- CAUTION ger airbag system is off. Indicator light To check the airbag cut- off system status, Make sure that the indicator light is turn the ignition switch to the “ON” posi- off.

  • Page 48: Child Restraint

    MR2 U Child restraint— —Child restraint precautions —Child restraint system Toyota strongly urges the use of child A child restraint system for a small Never put infant or child age 1 to child or baby must be properly re- restraint...
  • Page 49 MR2 U —Types of child restraint sys- When not using the child restraint system, Child restraint systems are divided into CAUTION keep it secured with the seat belt or place the following 3 types according to the child’s age and size. it in somewhere other than the passenger Never put infant or child age 1 to compartment.
  • Page 50 MR2 U —Installation with seat belt SB13056 SB13048 SB13081 (A) Infant seat (C) Booster seat (A) INFANT SEAT INSTALLATION An infant seat is used in rear- facing position only. SB13080 (B) Convertible seat 2000 MR2 (OM17475U)
  • Page 51 MR2 U CAUTION If you must put a rear- facing child restraint system on the passenger seat, make sure the passenger airbag SB13101 SB13082 manual on- off switch is in the “OFF” position and that the indicator light is When you put a rear- facing child re- CAUTION straint system which belongs to a pas- senger risk group on the passenger...
  • Page 52 1. Run the lap and shoulder belt through 2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it Toyota dealer immediately. Do not or around the infant seat following the in the lock mode. When the belt is use the seat until the seat belt is...
  • Page 53 MR2 U SB13059 SB13060 SB13095 3. While pressing the infant seat firmly 4. To remove the infant seat, press the CAUTION against the seat cushion and seatback, buckle- release button and allow the let the shoulder belt retract as far as belt to retract completely.
  • Page 54 MR2 U SB13062 SB13101 SB13082 (B) CONVERTIBLE SEAT INSTALLATION When you put a forward- facing or a CAUTION rear- facing child restraint system which A convertible seat is used in forward- belongs to a passenger risk group on facing or rear- facing position depend- Rear- facing child restraint...
  • Page 55 MR2 U CAUTION CAUTION If you must put a rear- facing child Forward- facing child restraint system: restraint system on the passenger A forward- facing child restraint sys- seat, make sure the passenger airbag tem which belongs to a passenger SB13083 manual on- off switch is in the “OFF”...
  • Page 56 2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it 3. While pressing convertible seat Toyota dealer immediately. Do not in the lock mode. When the belt is firmly against the seat cushion and use the seat until the seat belt is...
  • Page 57 MR2 U SB13086 SB13096 SB13087 4. To remove the convertible seat, press (C) BOOSTER SEAT INSTALLATION CAUTION the buckle- release button and allow the A booster seat is used in forward- fac- belt to retract completely. The belt will ing position only. Push and pull the child restraint sys- move freely again and be ready to tem in different directions to be sure...
  • Page 58 MR2 U CAUTION A forward- facing child restraint sys- tem which belongs to a passenger risk group should never be put on SB13082 SB13064 the passenger seat with the passen- ger airbag manual on- off switch in the “ON” position, because the force of a deploying airbag could cause death or serious injury to the child in forward seating position.
  • Page 59 Contact your is positioned across the center of Toyota dealer immediately. Do not child’s shoulder. The belt should be use the seat until the seat belt is SB13097 kept away from child’s neck, but fixed. not falling off child’s shoulder. Fail-...

  • Page 60: Tilt Steering Wheel

    MR2 U Tilt steering wheel Outside rear view mirrors— —Power rear view mirror control SB13049 SB13050 SB13099 To change the steering wheel angle, Adjust the mirror so that you can see To adjust a mirror, use the switches. hold the steering wheel, push the lock the side of your vehicle in the mirror.

  • Page 61: Anti- Glare Inside Rear View Mirror

    MR2 U Anti- glare inside rear view mirror —Folding rear view mirrors CAUTION Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is moving. It may cause the driver to mishandle the vehicle and SB13051 SB13088 an accident may occur resulting in personal death or injuries.
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  • Page 63 MR2 U SECTION OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Lights, Wipers and Defogger Headlights and turn signals ........Emergency flashers .

  • Page 64: Headlights And Turn Signals

    MR2 U Headlights and turn signals NOTICE To prevent the battery from being dis- charged, do not leave the lights on for a long period when the engine is not running. SB14009 SB14019 Daytime running light system The headlights turn on at reduced intensi- ty when the parking brake is released with the engine started, even with the light switch in the “OFF”...

  • Page 65: Emergency Flashers

    MR2 U Emergency flashers NOTICE To prevent the battery from being dis- charged, do not leave the switch on longer than necessary when the en- gine is not running. SB14011 SB14012 TURN SIGNALS To turn on the emergency flashers, push the switch. To signal a turn, push the headlight/ turn signal lever up or down to position All the turn signal lights will flash.

  • Page 66: Instrument Panel Light Control

    MR2 U Interior light Instrument panel light control Windshield wipers and washer SB14015 SB14016 SB14018 To adjust the brightness of the instru- To turn on the interior light, slide the To turn on the windshield wipers, move ment panel lights, turn the switch. the lever to the desired setting.

  • Page 67: Rear Window Defogger

    MR2 U Rear window defogger The “INT TIME” band lets you adjust the Make sure you turn the defogger off when wiping time interval when the wiper lever the window is clear. Leaving the defogger on for a long time could cause the battery is in the intermittent position (position 1).
  • Page 68 MR2 U 2000 MR2 (OM17475U)
  • Page 69 MR2 U SECTION OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Gauges, Meters and Service reminder indicators Fuel gauge ..........Engine coolant temperature gauge .

  • Page 70: Fuel Gauge

    The indicator lamp goes off after driving several times. If the indicator lamp does Low fuel level not go off, contact your Toyota dealer as warning light soon as possible. The gauge works when the ignition...

  • Page 71: Tachometer

    Tachometer Odometer and two trip meters If the engine coolant temperature gauge needle is not displayed, there may be a problem in the system. In this case, con- tact your Toyota dealer as soon as pos- sible. SB15008 SB15005 NOTICE...

  • Page 72: Service Reminder Indicators And Warning Buzzers

    B, then back to the odometer each time you push. Take vehicle to and contact To reset the trip meter A to zero, dis- Toyota dealer. Toyota dealer. play the trip meter A reading, then Fasten driver’s push and hold the knob until the meter Close both seat belt.
  • Page 73 4 to 8 seconds. The engine ignition will continue to oper- ate, however, until the battery is dis- charged. Turn off the air conditioning, blower, radio, etc., and drive directly to the nearest Toyota dealer or repair shop. 2000 MR2 (OM17475U)
  • Page 74 The light may occasionally flicker when paired by your Toyota dealer as soon as anti- lock brake system does not operate the engine is idling or it may come on possible.
  • Page 75 Have it soon as possible to service the vehicle. checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as The light does not come on when the possible. ignition key is turned to the “ON” posi- tion, or the light remains on.
  • Page 76 MR2 U 2000 MR2 (OM17475U)
  • Page 77 MR2 U SECTION OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Ignition switch, Transmission and Parking brake Ignition switch with steering lock ....... Manual transmission .
  • Page 78 MR2 U Ignition switch with steering lock Manual transmission You must push in the key to turn it from “ACC” to the “LOCK” position. Once you remove the key, the engine im- mobiliser system is automatically set. (See “Engine immobiliser system” in Section 1- 2.) SB16007 SB16006...
  • Page 79 MR2 U Parking brake gear mph (km/h) NOTICE 1 to 2 or 2 to 1 (24) 2 to 3 or 3 to 2 (40) Do not downshift if you are going 3 to 4 or 4 to 3 (64) faster than the maximum allowable 4 to 5 or 5 to 4 (72) speed for the next lower gear.
  • Page 80 MR2 U CAUTION Before driving, be sure the parking brake is fully released and the park- ing brake reminder light is off. 2000 MR2 (OM17475U)
  • Page 81 MR2 U SECTION OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Car audio system Reference ..........Using your audio system .
  • Page 82 —Some basics Reference This section describes some of the basic TONE AND BALANCE features on Toyota audio systems. Some For details about your system’s tone and information may not pertain to your sys- balance controls, see the description of tem.
  • Page 83 MR2 U YOUR RADIO ANTENNA YOUR COMPACT DISC PLAYER To remove the antenna, carefully turn it When you insert a disc, gently push it in counterclockwise. with the label side up. (The player will automatically eject a disc if the label side On some models—...
  • Page 84 MR2 U —Controls and features Details of specific buttons, controls, and features are described in the alphabetical listing that follows. SB17003 2000 MR2 (OM17475U)
  • Page 85 MR2 U 1 2 3 4 5 6 (Preset buttons) If a tape side rewinds completely, the cas- (Program) sette player will stop and then play that These buttons are used to preset and Push “ ” to select the other side of a same side.
  • Page 86 MR2 U CONTROL / MODE (Audio control and For front/rear adjustment, push “CONTROL CD (Compact Disc) mode adjustment) / MODE” repeatedly until “FAd” appears Push “CD” to switch from radio or cas- on the display. Then turn the knob to Manual tone adjustment function—...
  • Page 87 D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories To turn off the random feature, push this Licensing Corporation. your vehicle to your Toyota dealer. button again. FM1·2 Push “FM1·2” to turn on the radio and select the FM band. “FM1” or “FM2” will appear on the display.
  • Page 88 MR2 U Compact disc auto changer only— Compact Disc Player SCAN To randomly play all the tracks in the There are two repeat features—You can Radio magazine: either replay a disc track or a whole com- You can either scan all the frequencies on Push and hold “...
  • Page 89 MR2 U Compact disc player SEEK (Seeking) If you have pushed the track button more than you wanted to, push the other side There are two scan features—you can ei- Radio of the button. The track number will be ther scan the tracks on a specific disc or In the seek mode, the radio finds and reduced.
  • Page 90 Usually, a problem with radio reception signals are blocked by buildings, trees, or does not mean there is a problem with Your Toyota has an electronic tuning radio other large objects. Increasing the bass your radio—it is just the normal result of (ETR).

  • Page 91: Recommended

    MR2 U Use high- quality cassettes. Fading—AM broadcasts are reflected by Low- quality cassette tapes can cause the upper atmosphere—especially at night. many problems, including poor sound, These reflected signals can interfere with inconsistent playing speed, those received directly from the radio sta- constant auto- reversing.
  • Page 92 MR2 U If moisture gets into your compact disc Your compact disc player cannot play player, you may not hear any sound special shaped or low- quality compact even though your compact disc player discs such as those shown here. Do appears to be working.
  • Page 93 MR2 U CAUTION Compact disc players use an invisible laser beam which could cause hazard- radiation exposure directed outside the unit. Be sure to operate the player correctly. 2000 MR2 (OM17475U)
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  • Page 95 MR2 U SECTION OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Air conditioning system Controls ........... . Air flow selector settings .

  • Page 96: Controls

    MR2 U Controls 1. Air Intake Selector 2. Air Flow Selector 3. “A/C” Button 4. Fan Speed Selector 5. Temperature Selector SB18006 2000 MR2 (OM17475U)
  • Page 97 MR2 U Fan speed selector 4. Floor/Windshield—Air flows mainly from the floor vents and windshield Turn the knob to adjust the fan speed—to vents. the right to increase, to the left to de- crease. Use with the air intake selector posi- tioned in Fresh.
  • Page 98 If this happens, take your ve- hicle to a Toyota dealer for service. Air intake selector Move the lever to select the air source. 1. Recirculate—Recirculates the air inside the vehicle.

  • Page 99: Air Flow Selector Settings

    MR2 U Air flow selector settings Operating tips To cool off your Toyota after it has been parked in the hot sun, drive with the windows open for a few minutes. This vents the hot air, allowing the air conditioning to cool the interior more quickly.

  • Page 100: Recommended

    MR2 U If following another vehicle on a dusty Heating Air conditioning road, or driving in windy and dusty For best results, set controls to: For best results, set controls to: conditions, it is recommended that the air intake selector be temporarily set to Fan speed—Any setting except “OFF”...

  • Page 101: Side Vents

    MR2 U Side vents Defogging Defrosting The inside of the windshield The outside of the windshield Open For best results, set controls to: For best results, set controls to: Fan speed—Any setting except “OFF” Fan speed—Any setting except “OFF” Temperature—Towards WARM Temperature—Towards WARM SB18005 (red zone) to heat;...
  • Page 102 MR2 U 2000 MR2 (OM17475U)
  • Page 103 MR2 U SECTION OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Other equipment Clock ............Cigarette lighter and ashtray .

  • Page 104: Clock

    For example, if the “:00” button is de- pressed when time between Use a Toyota genuine cigarette lighter or 1:01—1:29, the time will change to 1:00. equivalent for replacement. If the time is between 1:30—1:59, the time will change to 2:00.

  • Page 105: Glove Box

    MR2 U Glove box Front box ASHTRAY To use the ashtray, pull out the lid. When finished with your cigarette, thor- oughly extinguish it in the ashtray to pre- vent other cigarette butts from catching SB19026 SB41047 fire. After using the ashtray, close the lid completely.

  • Page 106: Auxiliary Box

    MR2 U Auxiliary box SC18004 SB19018 SB19019 Front of vehicle Instrument panel 2. Fix the cover by hitching the inside clip DRAINAGE OF THE FRONT BOX on the hood. In case that the water is pooled inside the To use the box, open it as shown in front box, remove the grommet on the NOTICE the illustration.

  • Page 107: Luggage Space

    MR2 U Luggage space— NOTICE Folding board z Do not place valuables in the lug- gage space to prevent robbery. z Do not lower the soft top while placing a luggage which is higher SB19027 SB12059 than the bottom edge of the flare inside the luggage space.
  • Page 108 MR2 U NOTICE z Do not place tapered things or a long luggage into luggage space. That may damage the water receiving bag installed behind the SB19021 SC18005 side trims. z Do not lower the soft top with a long luggage loaded. The luggage may touch the lower portion of the soft top side rails and may be dam-...

  • Page 109: Cup Holders

    MR2 U Cup holders Floor mat The cup holders are designed for hold- ing cups or drink- cans securely in its holes. Front: To use the cup holders, pull them out. SB19013 SB19023 CAUTION Do not place anything else other than cups or drink- cans on the cup holders, as such...
  • Page 110 MR2 U SB19022 CAUTION Make sure the floor mat is properly placed on the floor carpet. If the floor slips and interferes with movement of the pedals during driv- ing, it may cause an accident. 2000 MR2 (OM17475U)

  • Page 111: Engine Oil

    ........Your Toyota’s identification .

  • Page 112: Break- In Period

    To help prevent gas station mix- ups, your to the future economy and long life of steady speed on level roads, consult your Toyota has a smaller fuel tank opening. your vehicle: Toyota dealer. The special nozzle on pumps with un- Do not drive over 88 km/h (55 mph).
  • Page 113 Manganese Tricarbonyl). Fuel Charter (WWFC) that is expected to MTBE. If you use gasohol in your Toyo- Toyota does not recommend the use of be applied world wide. The WWFC con- ta, be sure that it has an octane rating gasoline that contains MMT.

  • Page 114: Fuel Pump Shut Off System

    MR2 U Fuel pump shut off system Operation in foreign countries The fuel pump shut off system stops sup- If you plan to drive your Toyota in NOTICE plying fuel to the engine to minimize the another country... risk of fuel leakage when the engine stalls...

  • Page 115: Three- Way Catalytic Converter

    A large amount of unburned gases vehicle in for a check- up as soon flowing into the three- way catalytic as possible. Remember, your Toyota converter may cause it to overheat dealer knows your vehicle and its and create a fire hazard. To prevent...

  • Page 116: Engine Exhaust Cautions

    MR2 U Facts about engine oil consumption Engine exhaust cautions FUNCTIONS OF ENGINE OIL CAUTION To allow proper operation of your Engine oil has the primary functions of vehicle’s ventilation system, keep lubricating and cooling the inside of the Avoid inhaling the engine exhaust. the inlet grilles in front of the wind- engine, and plays a major role in main- It contains carbon monoxide, which...

  • Page 117: Iridium- Tipped Spark Plugs

    Therefore, it SB21011 eration. is essential that the oil level be checked regularly. Toyota recommends that the oil A new engine consumes more oil, since level be checked every time you refuel its pistons, piston rings and cylinder walls the vehicle.

  • Page 118: Brake System

    MR2 U Brake system The tandem master cylinder brake system Effective way to press the ABS brake CAUTION is a hydraulic system with two separate pedal: sub- systems. If either sub- system should When anti- lock brake system Do not pump the brake pedal if the fail, the other will still work.
  • Page 119 MR2 U When the anti- lock brake system is ac- If tires grip performance exceeds its Install all 4 tires of specified size at tivated, the following conditions may capability, or if hydroplaning occurs appropriate pressure: The anti- lock occur. They do not indicate a malfunc- during high speed driving in the rain, brake system detects vehicle speeds tion of the system:...

  • Page 120: Brake Pad Wear Limit Indicators

    Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle. The light does not come on when the ignition key is turned to the “ON” posi- “ABS”...

  • Page 121: Luggage Stowage Precautions

    Locating the weight as far for- of the vehicle. In an accident they you can ask your Toyota dealer. ward as possible helps maintain bal- may injure the vehicle occupants. ance.

  • Page 122: Your Toyota's Identification

    This number is on the left top of the instrument panel, and can be seen through the windshield from outside. This is the primary identification number for your Toyota. It is used in registering the ownership of your vehicle. 2000 MR2 (OM17475U)

  • Page 123: Theft Prevention Labels

    MR2 U Theft prevention labels Suspension and chassis Types of tires Your new vehicle carries theft preven- Determine what kind of tires your ve- CAUTION tion labels which are approximately 56 hicle is originally equipped with. mm (2.20 in.) by 16 mm (0.63 in.). Summer tires Do not modify the suspension/chassis The purpose of these labels is to reduce...
  • Page 124 MR2 U 2000 MR2 (OM17475U)
  • Page 125 MR2 U SECTION STARTING AND DRIVING Before starting the engine ........How to start the engine .

  • Page 126: Before Starting The Engine

    MR2 U How to start the engine— (a) Before cranking Before starting the engine (b) Starting the engine 1. Check the area around the vehicle be- 1. Apply the parking brake firmly. Before starting the engine, be sure to fore entering it. follow instructions “(a)

  • Page 127: Tips For Driving In Various Conditions

    If they still do not work safely, pull to the side of the road and call a Toyota dealer for assistance. 2000 MR2 (OM17475U)

  • Page 128: Winter Driving Tips

    If you are not sure about “TOYOTA Long Life Coolant” or equivalent. Driving over 140 km/h (85 mph) may which oil to use, call your Toyota dealer— See Section 7- 2 for details about coolant result in tire failure, loss of control he will be pleased to help.

  • Page 129: Trailer Towing

    Toyota does not recommend towing a trail- Depending on where you are driving, Avoid lengthy warm- up idling. Once er with your MR2. It is not designed for...
  • Page 130 MR2 U Avoid continuous speeding up and Keep the bottom of your vehicle free slowing down. Stop- and- go driving from mud, etc. This not only lessens wastes fuel. weight but also helps prevent corro- sion. Avoid unnecessary stopping braking. Maintain a steady pace. Try Keep your vehicle tuned- up and in to time the traffic signals so you only top shape.
  • Page 131 MR2 U SECTION IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY If your vehicle will not start ........If your engine stalls while driving .

  • Page 132: If Your Vehicle Will Not Start

    Keep the key and accelerator pedal in work, your key may be broken. Have the converter may overheat and become a these positions for 15 seconds and re- key checked at your Toyota dealer. If fire hazard. lease them. Then try starting the engine none of...
  • Page 133 MR2 U (c) Jump starting 3. If the engine in the vehicle with the To avoid serious personal injury and The gas normally produced by a booster battery is not running, start it damage to your vehicle which might re- battery will explode if a flame or and let it run for a few minutes.

  • Page 134: Recommended

    MR2 U Discharged battery Booster Jumper battery cable SB41055 SB41056 SB41040 Discharged battery Positive Booster battery terminal Jump- Negative termi- Positive termi- ( “+” nal ( “- ” mark) mark) cable ( “+” mark) Connecting point 4. Make the cable connections in the or- c.

  • Page 135: If Your Engine Stalls While Driving

    MR2 U If your engine stalls while driving If your vehicle overheats 5. Start your engine in the normal way. If your engine stalls while driving... your engine coolant temperature After starting, run it at about 2000 rpm gauge indicates overheating, if you ex- 1.

  • Page 136: If You Have A Flat Tire

    Park on a level system. You should have it checked as spot with firm ground. soon as possible at your Toyota dealer. CAUTION 2. Stop the engine and turn on your emergency flashers.
  • Page 137 MR2 U NOTICE Stop the vehicle on a level firm ground, firmly set the parking brake Do not continue driving with a de- and put the transmission in reverse. flated tire. Driving even a short dis- Block the wheel diagonally opposite tance can damage a tire and wheel to the one being changed if neces- beyond repair.
  • Page 138 CAUTION The compact spare tire was de- signed especially for your Toyota. Compact spare tire Do not use it on any other vehicle. Do not exceed 80 km/h (50 mph)
  • Page 139 MR2 U 1. Get the tool bag and compact spare tire. You will find a jack in the tool bag. To prepare yourself for an emergency, you should familiarize yourself with the use of SB41047 SB41048 the jack, each of the tools and their stor- age locations.
  • Page 140 MR2 U —Blocking the wheel SB41049 SC41004 SB41035 3. Loosen the bolt and remove it. When you store the replaced flat ground 2. Block the wheel diagonally opposite tire in the place where the compact spare the flat tire to keep the vehicle from Then take the compact spare tire out of tire was loaded, install the spare wheel rolling when it is jacked up.
  • Page 141 MR2 U —Loosening wheel nuts —Positioning the jack —Raising your vehicle SB41027 SB41036 SB41029 3. Loosen all the wheel nuts. 4. Position the jack at the correct jack 5. After making sure that no one is in point as shown. the vehicle, raise it high enough so Always loosen the wheel nuts before rais- that the compact spare tire can be...
  • Page 142 MR2 U —Changing wheels CAUTION Never get under the vehicle when the vehicle supported jack alone. SB41028 SB41044 6. Remove the wheel nuts and change Before putting wheels on, remove any cor- tires. rosion on the mounting surfaces with a wire brush or such.
  • Page 143 MR2 U —Reinstalling wheel nuts —Lowering your vehicle CAUTION When lowering the vehicle, make sure all portions of your body and all oth- er persons around will not be injured SB41030 SB41031 the vehicle is lowered to the ground. 7. Reinstall all the wheel nuts with fin- 8.
  • Page 144 MR2 U —After changing wheels 9. Check the air pressure of the re- CAUTION placed tire. Adjust the air pressure to the specification Before driving, make sure all designated in Section 8. If the pressure is tools, jack and flat tire are securely lower, drive slowly to the nearest service in place in their storage location to station and fill to the correct pressure.

  • Page 145: If Your Vehicle Needs To Be Towed

    MR2 U If your vehicle needs to be towed— If towing is necessary, we recommend you to have it done by your Toyota (a) Towing with wheel lift type truck— dealer or a commercial tow truck ser- —From front vice. In consultation with them, have your vehicle towed using either (a) or (b).
  • Page 146 MR2 U —Emergency towing (a) Towing with wheel lift type truck (c) Towing with sling type truck From front—We recommend using a tow- ing dolly under the rear wheels. If you do not use a towing dolly, release the parking brake and put the transmission in neutral.
  • Page 147 MR2 U ∗ If towing is necessary, we recommend : Eyelet you to have it done by your Toyota The eyelet is stored in the luggage space dealer or a commercial tow truck ser- with the jack handle. vice. To install: Remove the cover of eyelet and If a towing service is not available in firmly install it as shown in the illustration.

  • Page 148: If You Lose Your Keys

    Use extreme caution when towing a (engine running). Even if you lose only one key, contact vehicle. Avoid sudden starts or er- your Toyota dealer to make a new key. If ratic driving maneuvers which...
  • Page 149 MR2 U SECTION IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY If your vehicle will not start ........If your engine stalls while driving .

  • Page 150: If Your Vehicle Will Not Start

    Keep the key and accelerator pedal in work, your key may be broken. Have the converter may overheat and become a these positions for 15 seconds and re- key checked at your Toyota dealer. If fire hazard. lease them. Then try starting the engine none of...
  • Page 151 MR2 U (c) Jump starting 3. If the engine in the vehicle with the To avoid serious personal injury and The gas normally produced by a booster battery is not running, start it damage to your vehicle which might re- battery will explode if a flame or and let it run for a few minutes.

  • Page 152: Recommended

    MR2 U Discharged battery Booster Jumper battery cable SB41055 SB41056 SB41040 Discharged battery Positive Booster battery terminal Jump- Negative termi- Positive termi- ( “+” nal ( “- ” mark) mark) cable ( “+” mark) Connecting point 4. Make the cable connections in the or- c.

  • Page 153: If Your Engine Stalls While Driving

    MR2 U If your engine stalls while driving If your vehicle overheats 5. Start your engine in the normal way. If your engine stalls while driving... your engine coolant temperature After starting, run it at about 2000 rpm gauge indicates overheating, if you ex- 1.

  • Page 154: If You Have A Flat Tire

    Park on a level system. You should have it checked as spot with firm ground. soon as possible at your Toyota dealer. CAUTION 2. Stop the engine and turn on your emergency flashers.
  • Page 155 MR2 U NOTICE Stop the vehicle on a level firm ground, firmly set the parking brake Do not continue driving with a de- and put the transmission in reverse. flated tire. Driving even a short dis- Block the wheel diagonally opposite tance can damage a tire and wheel to the one being changed if neces- beyond repair.
  • Page 156 CAUTION The compact spare tire was de- signed especially for your Toyota. Compact spare tire Do not use it on any other vehicle. Do not exceed 80 km/h (50 mph)
  • Page 157 MR2 U 1. Get the tool bag and compact spare tire. You will find a jack in the tool bag. To prepare yourself for an emergency, you should familiarize yourself with the use of SB41047 SB41048 the jack, each of the tools and their stor- age locations.
  • Page 158 MR2 U —Blocking the wheel SB41049 SC41004 SB41035 3. Loosen the bolt and remove it. When you store the replaced flat ground 2. Block the wheel diagonally opposite tire in the place where the compact spare the flat tire to keep the vehicle from Then take the compact spare tire out of tire was loaded, install the spare wheel rolling when it is jacked up.
  • Page 159 MR2 U —Loosening wheel nuts —Positioning the jack —Raising your vehicle SB41027 SB41036 SB41029 3. Loosen all the wheel nuts. 4. Position the jack at the correct jack 5. After making sure that no one is in point as shown. the vehicle, raise it high enough so Always loosen the wheel nuts before rais- that the compact spare tire can be...
  • Page 160 MR2 U —Changing wheels CAUTION Never get under the vehicle when the vehicle supported jack alone. SB41028 SB41044 6. Remove the wheel nuts and change Before putting wheels on, remove any cor- tires. rosion on the mounting surfaces with a wire brush or such.
  • Page 161 MR2 U —Reinstalling wheel nuts —Lowering your vehicle CAUTION When lowering the vehicle, make sure all portions of your body and all oth- er persons around will not be injured SB41030 SB41031 the vehicle is lowered to the ground. 7. Reinstall all the wheel nuts with fin- 8.
  • Page 162 MR2 U —After changing wheels 9. Check the air pressure of the re- CAUTION placed tire. Adjust the air pressure to the specification Before driving, make sure all designated in Section 8. If the pressure is tools, jack and flat tire are securely lower, drive slowly to the nearest service in place in their storage location to station and fill to the correct pressure.

  • Page 163: If Your Vehicle Needs To Be Towed

    MR2 U If your vehicle needs to be towed— If towing is necessary, we recommend you to have it done by your Toyota (a) Towing with wheel lift type truck— dealer or a commercial tow truck ser- —From front vice. In consultation with them, have your vehicle towed using either (a) or (b).
  • Page 164 MR2 U —Emergency towing (a) Towing with wheel lift type truck (c) Towing with sling type truck From front—We recommend using a tow- ing dolly under the rear wheels. If you do not use a towing dolly, release the parking brake and put the transmission in neutral.
  • Page 165 MR2 U ∗ If towing is necessary, we recommend : Eyelet you to have it done by your Toyota The eyelet is stored in the luggage space dealer or a commercial tow truck ser- with the jack handle. vice. To install: Remove the cover of eyelet and If a towing service is not available in firmly install it as shown in the illustration.

  • Page 166: If You Lose Your Keys

    Use extreme caution when towing a (engine running). Even if you lose only one key, contact vehicle. Avoid sudden starts or er- your Toyota dealer to make a new key. If ratic driving maneuvers which...
  • Page 167 ......Washing and waxing your Toyota ......
  • Page 168 Now, it is up to you. Proper High ambient temperatures can cause mud and debris without removing them. care of your Toyota can help ensure long- corrosion to those components of the The lower edge of doors, rocker panels term corrosion prevention.

  • Page 169: Recommended

    Hand- washing your Toyota Keep your vehicle in a well ventilated garage or a roofed place. Do not park Work in the shade and wait until the your vehicle in a damp, poorly venti- vehicle body is not hot to the touch.
  • Page 170 Aluminum wheels: Use only a mild soap NOTICE or neutral detergent. cause water to enter the vehicle. Do not run your Toyota through auto- Plastic bumpers: Wash carefully. Do not matic car washes or possible damage scrub with abrasive cleaners. The bumper to the soft top may result.

  • Page 171: Recommended

    MR2 U Waxing your Toyota Touch- up paint If further cleaning is required after using soap and water, a mild foaming cleaner Polishing and waxing is recommended Touch- up paint may be used to cover can be used. First, rinse the top, then use to maintain the original beauty of your small chips or scratches.
  • Page 172 MR2 U Cleaning the interior NOTICE NOTICE CAUTION Do not use solvent, thinner, gasoline z Do not use dye or bleach on the Do not wash the vehicle floor with or window cleaner on the interior. belts—it may weaken them. water, or allow water to get onto the z Do not use the belts until they be- floor when cleaning the vehicle interi-...
  • Page 173 It may con- tain ingredients mentioned above. Immediately clean any spill using the method mentioned above. If you have any questions about the cleaning of your Toyota, your local Toyota dealer will be pleased to answer them. 2000 MR2 (OM17475U)
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  • Page 175 MR2 U SECTION VEHICLE MAINTENANCE AND CARE Maintenance requirements ........General maintenance .
  • Page 176 Simple instructions for how to per- or if you prefer, your Toyota dealer will be dating this warranty. See “Owner’s War- form them are presented in Section 7.
  • Page 177 Booklet” or “Owner’s Manual Supple- should investigate the cause or take your check the nuts for looseness. Tighten ment” for the details. vehicle to your Toyota dealer or a quali- them if necessary. fied service shop immediately. It is recom- Fluid leaks...

  • Page 178: Engine Oil

    MR2 U INSIDE THE VEHICLE Accelerator pedal IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT Check the pedal for smooth operation and Items listed below should be checked Items listed below should be checked uneven pedal effort or catching. regularly, e.g. while performing periodic from time to time, e.g.
  • Page 179 If you notice any of these clues, take your Check the level through the reservoir. The mance, sounds, and visual tip- offs that vehicle to your Toyota dealer as soon as level should be in the “HOT” or “COLD” indicate service is needed. Some impor- possible.
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  • Page 181 MR2 U SECTION DO- IT- YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Introduction Engine compartment overview ....... Trunk room overview .

  • Page 182: Engine Compartment Overview

    MR2 U Engine compartment overview 1. Fuse block 2. Battery 3. Engine oil filler cap 4. Engine oil level dipstick 5. Engine coolant reservoir SC71003 2000 MR2 (OM17475U)

  • Page 183: Trunk Room Overview

    MR2 U Trunk room overview 1. Brake fluid reservoir 2. Fuse block 3. Power steering fluid reservoir 4. Windshield washer fluid tank SB71100 2000 MR2 (OM17475U)

  • Page 184: Fuse Locations

    MR2 U Fuse locations SB71011 SB71013 SB71010 SB71017 SB71014 2000 MR2 (OM17475U)

  • Page 185: Do- It- Yourself Service Precautions

    Read separate compartment and trunk room—the will automatically start to run if the Toyota Warranty statement for details and engine coolant temperature is high engine, radiator, exhaust manifold, suggestions. power steering fluid reservoir and and/or the air conditioning is on.

  • Page 186: Parts And Tools

    Remember all Toyota parts are de- Do not dispose of used oil and fil- z Do not pry the outer electrode of a...

  • Page 187: Vehicle Jack Up And Support Locations

    Checking power steering fluid Parts: Parts (if level is low): Bulb with same number and wattage SB71008 rating original (See charts Toyota P.S fluid EH or equivalent “Replacing light bulbs—” in Section Tools: 7- 3.) Rag or paper towel Tools:...
  • Page 188 MR2 U CAUTION Use the jack only for lifting your vehicle during wheel changing. When jacking, be sure to observe the Do not raise the vehicle with some- following to reduce the possibility of one in the vehicle. personal injury: When raising the vehicle, do not Follow jacking instructions.

  • Page 189: Engine Oil

    MR2 U SECTION DO- IT- YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Engine and Chassis Checking the engine oil level ....... . . Checking the engine coolant level .

  • Page 190: Checking The Engine Oil Level

    MR2 U Checking the engine oil level ENGINE OIL SELECTION CAUTION Use API grade SJ, “Energy- Conserving” Low level Full level or ILSAC multigrade engine oil. Be careful not to touch the hot ex- Recommended viscosity (SAE): haust manifold. SB72010 If the oil level is below or only slightly above the low level, add engine oil of the same type as already in the engine.

  • Page 191: Checking The Engine Coolant Level

    Visually check the radiator, hoses, drain cock and water pump. If you can find no leak, have your Toyota dealer test the cap pressure and check for leaks in the cooling system. ILSAC certification mark...

  • Page 192: Checking Brake Fluid

    MR2 U Checking brake fluid We recommend to use 50% solution for CAUTION your Toyota, to provide protection down to about -35_C (- 31_F). When it is extreme- To prevent burning yourself, do not ly cold, to provide protection down to...

  • Page 193: Checking Power Steering Fluid

    This brings the fluid to the correct SB72002 Toyota P.S fluid EH or equivalent to bring level when you put the cap back on. the level within the range. Use only newly opened brake fluid. Once...

  • Page 194: Checking Tire Pressure

    If a tire frequently needs refilling, have it weight should be located so that the size and the vehicle capacity weight are checked by your Toyota dealer. vehicle is balanced. given in Section 8. They are also on the The following instructions for checking Be sure to reinstall the tire inflation tire pressure label as shown.

  • Page 195: Checking And Replacing Tires

    When a tire is replaced, the wheel REPLACING YOUR TIRES The tires on your Toyota have built- in should always be balanced. tread wear indicators to help you know When replacing a tire, use only the An unbalanced wheel may affect vehicle when the tires need replacement.

  • Page 196: Rotating Tires

    185/55R15 snow tires for front and the 205/50R15 snow tires for rear, construc- tion and load capacity as the original tires on your Toyota. Turning direction indicator (type A) Do not use tires other than those men- Do not perform rotation of the tires, tioned above.
  • Page 197 Use the tire chains which are the cor- chain manufacturer’s recom- rect size for your rear tires. mended speed limit, whichever is For 205/50R15 tires, use genuine Toyota lower. tire chains or equivalent for use on the Drive carefully avoiding bumps, MR2.

  • Page 198: Replacing Wheels

    When replacing wheels, care should be to damage the aluminum wheels. taken to ensure that the wheels are re- placed by ones with the same load ca- Use only the Toyota wheel nuts and pacity, diameter, rim width, and offset. wrench designed for your aluminum wheels.
  • Page 199 MR2 U SECTION DO- IT- YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Electrical components Checking battery condition ........Battery recharging precautions .

  • Page 200: Checking Battery Condition

    MR2 U Checking battery condition— —Precautions —Checking battery exterior CAUTION If electrolyte gets on your skin, Hold- down clamp thoroughly wash the contact area. If BATTERY PRECAUTIONS you feel pain or burning, get medi- cal attention immediately. The battery produces flammable and explosive hydrogen gas.

  • Page 201: Battery Recharging Precautions

    Good dangerous. The battery may explode Charging causing personal injuries. necessary. Have DARK WHITE battery checked by your Toyota NOTICE dealer. Never recharge the battery while the Have battery engine is running. Also, be sure all CLEAR checked by accessories are turned off.

  • Page 202: Checking And Replacing Fuses

    MR2 U Checking and replacing fuses SB73035 SB73037 SB73042 Good Blown Good Blown Type A Type C the headlights or other electrical components do not work, check the fuses. If any of the fuses are blown, they must be replaced. See “Fuse locations”...

  • Page 203: Adding Washer Fluid

    Follow the If the new fuse immediately blows out, manufacturer’s directions for how much to there is a problem with the electrical sys- mix with water. tem. Have your Toyota dealer correct it as soon as possible. 2000 MR2 (OM17475U)

  • Page 204: Replacing Light Bulbs

    MR2 U Replacing light bulbs— The following illustrations show how to Bulb NOTICE Light bulbs Type gain access to the bulbs. When replacing a bulb, make sure the ignition switch and Do not use engine antifreeze or any — Headlights 60/55 light switch are off.
  • Page 205 MR2 U BEFORE REPLACING LIGHT BULBS Replacing headlights, parking lights and front turn signal lights. 1. Remove the front box cover. Use a philips- head screwdriver. SC73006 SB73064 2. Remove the cover in the trunk. Remove and install the cover clips as shown in the following illustrations.
  • Page 206 MR2 U —Headlights SC18005 SB73043 SB73044 Removing clips 1. Unplug the connector. Remove the 2. Release the bulb retaining spring rubber cover. and remove the bulb. Install a new bulb and the bulb retaining spring. If the connector is tight, wiggle it. To install a bulb, align the tabs of the bulb with the cutouts of the mounting hole.
  • Page 207 Insert the connector. Make sure the rubber cover fits snugly on the connector and the headlight body. Aiming is not necessary after replacing the bulb. When aiming adjustment is nec- SB73047 SB73049 essary, contact your Toyota dealer. 2000 MR2 (OM17475U)
  • Page 208 MR2 U —Front side marker lights SB73045 SB73033 SB73013 Removing clips Phillips- head screw: Use a phillips- head screwdriver. Cover clip: Remove and install the cover clips as shown in the following illustra- tions. SB73034 SB73014 Installing clips 2000 MR2 (OM17475U)
  • Page 209 MR2 U —Rear turn signal, stop/tail, stop and back- up lights —License plate lights SB73019 SB73065 SB73021 a: Back- up light b: Rear turn signal light c: Stop/tail light d: Stop light CAUTION Be careful when you work in the area SB73022 around the engine after driving in or- der to prevent burning yourself.
  • Page 210 MR2 U —High mounted stop light SB73023 SB73062 SB73060 SB73052 SB73057 2000 MR2 (OM17475U)
  • Page 211 MR2 U CAUTION Be careful when you work in the area around the engine after driving in or- der to prevent burning yourself. The SB73058 engine hood, the support rod, or sur- rounding area could be hot after driv- ing. SB73059 2000 MR2 (OM17475U)
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  • Page 213 MR2 U SECTION SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions and weight ........Engine .

  • Page 214: Dimensions And Weight

    MR2 U Dimensions and weight Engine Fuel Overall length mm (in.) 3885 (153.0) Model: Fuel type: 1ZZ- FE Unleaded gasoline, Octane Rating Overall width mm (in.) 1695 (66.7) Type: 87 (Research Octane Number 91) ∗ Overall height mm (in.) 1240 (48.8) 4 cylinder in line, 4 cycle, gasoline or higher...

  • Page 215: Service Specifications

    With filter 3.7 (3.9, 3.3) Exhaust 0.25—0.35 (0.010—0.014) Coolant type: Without filter 3.5 (3.7, 3.1) Spark plug type: “TOYOTA Long Life Coolant” or equiva- DENSO SK16R11 Oil grade: lent IFR5A11 API grade SJ, “Energy- Conserving” or With ethylene- glycol type coolant for a ILSAC multigrade engine oil is recom- Spark plug gap, mm (in.):...
  • Page 216 (in.): Fluid type: Power steering fluid type: 85 (3.4) SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 Toyota P.S fluid EH or equivalent Pedal free play, mm (in.): MANUAL TRANSAXLE 1—6 (0.04—0.24) Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.): Pad wear limit, mm (in.):...

  • Page 217: Tires

    MR2 U Tires Tire size and pressure: Except compact spare tire Tire pressure Tire ressure Tire size Tire size Wheel size Wheel size kPa (kgf/cm or bar, psi) Front 185/55R15 81V 180 (1.8, 26) Rear 205/50R15 85V 220 (2.2, 32) 6 1/2JJ Compact spare tire Tire size...

  • Page 218: Fuses

    MR2 U Fuses SB73024 SB73025 SB73026 Trunk room Trunk room Instrument panel Fuses (type A) 7. HEAD LH UPR 10 A: Left- hand head- 13. WIPER 20 A: Windshield wiper and light (high beam) washer 1. 30 A: Spare fuse 8.
  • Page 219 MR2 U 29. DOME 10 A: Clock 44. DRL NO.2 20 A: “HEAD LH LWR” “HEAD RH LWR” “HEAD LH UPR” 30. ECU- B 10 A: Daytime running light “HEAD RH UPR” fuses system, gauges and meters 45. EFI2 7.5 A: Multiport fuel injection sys- 31.
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  • Page 221 MR2 U SECTION REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS FOR U.S. OWNERS AND UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ..... . Uniform tire quality grading .
  • Page 222 (Toll- free: 1- 800- 331- 4331). quality grading. tor vehicle safety from the Hotline. Your Toyota dealer will help answer any If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it questions you may have as you read this may open an investigation, and if it finds information.
  • Page 223 MR2 U Treadwear—The treadwear grade Temperature A, B, C—The temperature comparative rating based on the wear rate grades are A (the highest), B, and C, of the tire when tested under controlled representing the tire’s resistance to the conditions on a specified government test generation of heat and its ability to dissi- course.
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