Toyota 2000 MR2 Spyder User manual

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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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New vehicle warranty
Your new vehicle is covered by the following Toyota
limited warranties:
!New vehicle warranty
!Emission control systems warranty
!Others
For further information, please refer to the “Owner’s
Warranty Information Booklet” or “Owner’s Manual
Supplement”.
Your responsibility for maintenance
It is the owner’s responsibility to make sure that the
specified maintenance is performed. Section 6 gives de-
tails of these maintenance requirements. Also included
in Section 6 is general maintenance. For scheduled
maintenance information, please refer to the “Scheduled
Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”.
Accessories, spare parts and
modification of your Toyota
A wide variety of non- genuine spare parts and accesso-
ries for Toyota vehicles are currently available in the
market. You should know that Toyota does not warrant
these products and is not responsible for their perfor-
mance, repair, or replacement, or for any damage they
may cause to, or adverse effect they may have on,
your Toyota vehicle.
This vehicle should not be modified with non- genuine
To y ot a p r o du c t s . M o di f i c a t i o n w i t h n o n - g en u i n e To y o t a
products could affect its performance, safety or durabili-
ty, and may even violate governmental regulations. In
addition, damage or performance problems resulting from
the modification may not be covered under warranty.

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Installation of a mobile
two- way radio system
As the installation of a mobile two- way radio system in
your vehicle could affect electronic systems such as
multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel
injection system, cruise control system, anti- lock brake
system, 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. If the vehicle
is scrapped with the airbags and pretensioners left as
they are, this may cause an accident such as fire. Be
sure to have the systems of the SRS airbag and seat
belt pretensioner removed and disposed of by a qualified
service shop or by your Toyota dealer before you dis-
pose of your vehicle.

2000 MR2 (OM17475U)
Publication No. OM17475U
Part No. 01999-17475
Printed in Japan 01- 9912- 00 C
MR2(00U)
Quick index
!If a service reminder indicator or warning buzzer comes on 68. . . . . . . . . . .
!If your vehicle will not start 128. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
!If your engine stalls while driving 131. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
!If your vehicle overheats 131. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
!If you have a flat tire 132. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
!If your vehicle needs to be towed 141. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
!Tips for driving during break- in period 108. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
!How to start the engine 122. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
!General maintenance 173. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
!Complete index NO TAG. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gas station information
Fuel type:
1ZZ- FE engine: UNLEADED gasoline, Octane Rating 87
(Research Octane Number 91) or higher
See page 108 for detailed information.
Fuel tank capacity:
48 L (12.7 gal., 10.6 lmp. gal.)
Engine oil:
API grade SJ, “Energy- Conserving” or ILSAC multigrade engine oil is
recommended.
See page 186 for detailed information.
Tire information: See pages 190 through 194.
Tire pressure: See page 213.
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OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND
CONTROLS
Overview of instruments and controls
Instrument panel overview 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Instrument cluster overview 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Indicator symbols on the instrument panel 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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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. Instrument panel light control switch
11. Power door lock switch
12. Power window lock switch
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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. Cup holders
11. A s h t r ay
12. Cigarette lighter
13. Ignition switch
14. Tilt steering lock release lever
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Instrument cluster overview
SB11016
1. Speedometer
2. Service reminder indicators and
indicator lights
3. Engine coolant temperature gauge
4. Low fuel level warning light
5. Fuel gauge
6. Tachometer
7. Trip meter reset knob
8. Odometer and two trip meters

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Indicator symbols on the instrument panel
SRS warning light∗
Open door warning light∗ Brake system warning light∗
Discharge warning light∗
Low oil pressure warning light∗
Malfunction indicator lamp∗
Anti- lock brake system warning light∗
Driver’s seat belt reminder light∗
Headlight high beam indicator light
Turn signal indicator lights
Power steering system warning light∗
∗: For details, see “Service reminder indicators and warning
buzzers” in Section 1- 5.
Passenger’s seat belt reminder light∗

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OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND
CONTROLS
Keys and Doors
Keys 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine immobiliser system 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Side doors 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power windows 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Trunk lid 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine hood 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel tank cap 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Soft top 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Keys
SB12039
Your vehicle is supplied with two kinds
of keys.
1. Master key (black)—This key works in
every lock. Your Toyota dealer will
need it to make you a new key with
built- in transponder chip.
2. Sub key (gray)—This key will not work
in the glove box and luggage space.
A transponder chip for engine immobiliser
system has been filled in the head of the
master and sub keys. These chips are
needed to enable the system to function
correctly, so be careful not to lose these
keys. If you make your own duplicate key,
you will not be able to cancel the system
or start the engine.
To protect things locked in the glove box
or luggage space when you have your
vehicle parked, leave the sub key with the
attendant.
Since the doors can be locked without a
key, you should always carry a spare
master key in case you accidentally lock
your keys inside the vehicle.
SY12001
NOTICE
When using a key containing a trans-
ponder chip, observe the following
precautions:
! When starting the engine, do not
use the key with a key ring resting
on the key grip and do not press
the key ring against the key grip.
Otherwise the engine may not start,
or may stop soon after it starts.

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SY12002a
! When starting the engine, do not
use the key with other transponder
keys around (including keys of oth-
er vehicles) and do not press other
key plates against the key grip.
Otherwise the engine may not start,
or may stop soon after it starts. If
this happens, remove the key once
and then insert it again after taking
off other transponder keys (includ-
ing keys of other vehicles) from the
ring or while gripping or covering
them with your hand to start the
engine.
SY12003
! Do not bend the key grip.
! Do not cover the key grip with any
material that cuts off electromagnet-
ic waves.
! Do not knock the key hard against
other objects.
! Do not leave the key exposed to
high temperatures for a long period,
such as on the dashboard and hood
under the direct sunlight.
! Do not put the key in water or
wash it in an ultrasonic washer.
! Do not use the key with electromag-
netic materials.

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KEY NUMBER PLATE
Your key number is shown on the plate.
Keep the plate in a safe place such as
your wallet, not in the vehicle.
If you should lose your keys or if you
need additional keys, duplicates can be
made by a Toyota dealer using the key
number.
We recommend to write down the key
number and keep it in safe place.
Engine immobiliser system
SB12047
The engine immobiliser system is a
theft prevention system. When you in-
sert the key in the ignition switch, the
transponder chip in the key’s head
transmits an electronic code to the ve-
hicle. The engine will start, only when
the electronic code in the chip corre-
sponds to the registered ID code for
the vehicle.
SB12065
The system is automatically set when the
key is removed from the ignition switch.
The indicator light will start flashing about
every 1 second to show the system is
set.
If either of the following indicator condi-
tions occurs, contact your Toyota dealer.
!The indicator light stays on.
!The indicator light does not start flash-
ing when the key is removed from the
ignition switch.
!The indicator light flashes unsteady.
Inserting the registered key in the ignition
switch automatically cancels the system,
which enables the engine to start. The
indicator light will go off.

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For your Toyota dealer to make you a
new key with built- in transponder chip,
your dealer will need your key number
and master key. However, there is a limit
to the number of additional keys your To-
yota dealer can make for you.
If you make your own duplicate key,
you will not be able to cancel the sys-
tem or start the engine.
NOTICE
Do not modify, remove or disas-
semble the engine immobiliser sys-
tem. If any unauthorized changes or
modifications are made, the proper
operation of the system cannot be
guaranteed.
For vehicles sold in U.S.A.
FCC ID: MOZ RI- 8FTY
MADE IN. JAPAN
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, includ-
ing interference that may cause unde-
sired operation.
CAUTION
Changes or modifications not ex-
pressly approved by the party respon-
sible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equip-
ment.
Side doors—
SB12041
LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH KEY
Insert the key into the keyhole and turn
it.
To lock: Turn the key forward.
To unlock: Turn the key backward.
Both the doors lock and unlock simulta-
neously with either side door. In the driv-
er’s door lock, turning the key once will
unlock the driver’s door and twice in suc-
cession will unlock both the doors simulta-
neously.

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LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH
INSIDE LOCK KNOB
Move the lock knob.
To lock: Push the knob forward.
To unlock: Pull the knob backward.
Closing the door with the lock knob in the
lock position will also lock the door. Be
careful not to lock your keys in the ve-
hicle.
The doors cannot be locked if you leave
the key in the ignition switch.
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LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH
POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH
Push the switch.
To lock: Push the switch on the “LOCK”
side.
To unlock: Push the switch on the “UN-
LOCK” side.
Both the doors lock or unlock simulta-
neously.
CAUTION
Before driving, be sure that the doors
are closed and locked, especially
when small children are in the ve-
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. It also helps
prevent the doors from being opened
unintentionally.

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Power windows
SB12049
The windows can be operated with the
switch on the center console.
The power windows work when the ignition
switch is in the “ON” position.
OPERATING THE DRIVER’S WINDOW
Use the switch on the driver’s side of
the center console.
Normal operation: The window moves as
long as you hold the switch.
To open: Lightly push down the switch.
To close: Pull up the switch.
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Automatic operation (to open only):
Push the switch completely down and then
release it. The window will fully open. To
stop the window partway, lightly pull the
switch up and then release it.
SB12051
OPERATING THE PASSENGER’S
WINDOW
Use the switch on the passenger’s side
of the center console.
The window moves as long as you hold
the switch.
To open: Push down the switch.
To close: Pull up the switch.

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SB12081
If you push in the window lock switch on
the instrument panel, the passenger’s win-
dow cannot be operated.
CAUTION
To avoid serious personal injury, you
must do the following.
!Always make sure the head, hands
and other parts of the body of all
occupants are kept completely in-
side the vehicle before you close
the power windows. If someone’s
neck, head or hands gets caught in
a closing window, it could result in
a serious injury. When anyone
closes the power windows, be sure
that they operate the windows safe-
ly.
!When small children are in the ve-
hicle, never let them use the power
window switches without supervi-
sion. Use the window lock switch to
prevent them from making unex-
pected use of the switches.
!Never leave small children alone in
the vehicle, especially with the igni-
tion key still inserted. They could
use the power window switches and
get trapped in a window. Unat-
tended children can become in-
volved in serious accidents.
Trunk lid
SB12043
To open the trunk lid:
1. Open the glove box door, and then
pull the trunk lid lock release lever.
The trunk lid will spring up slightly.
The glove box can be locked. For details,
see “Glove box” on page 101 in Section
1- 9.
CAUTION
Before driving, be sure that the trunk
lid is closed and securely locked.
Otherwise, the trunk lid may open un-
expectedly while driving and an acci-
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2. In front of the vehicle, pull up the
auxiliary catch lever and lift the
trunk lid.
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Front box cover
3. Hold the trunk lid open by inserting
the support rod into the slot.
Before closing the trunk lid, return the
support rod to its clip—this prevents
rattles. Then lower the trunk lid and make
sure it locks into place. If necessary,
press down gently on the front edge to
lock it.
CAUTION
!After inserting the support rod into
the slot, make sure the rod sup-
ports the trunk lid securely from
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.
!Keep the trunk lid closed while
driving. This keeps the luggage
from being thrown out.
NOTICE
Be sure to return the support rod to
its clip before closing the trunk lid.
Closing the trunk lid with the support
rod up could cause the trunk lid to
bend.

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Engine hood
SB12069
To open the engine hood:
1. Pull the engine hood lock release
lever. The engine hood will spring up
slightly.
The engine hood lock release lever can
be locked by the key.
CAUTION
Before driving, be sure that the en-
gine hood is closed and securely
locked. Otherwise, the engine hood
may open unexpectedly while driving
and an accident may occur.
SB12044
2. In rear of the vehicle, lift the engine
hood.
CAUTION
Be careful not to touch the engine
hood, the support rod, or surrounding
area which could be hot after driving,
to prevent burning yourself.
SB12038
3. Hold the engine hood open by in-
serting the support rod into the slot.
Before closing the engine hood, check to
see that you have not forgotten any tools,
rags, etc. and return the support rod to its
clip—this prevents rattles. Then lower the
engine hood and make sure it locks into
place. If necessary, press down gently on
the rear edge to lock it.
CAUTION
After inserting the support rod into
the slot, make sure the rod supports
the engine hood securely from falling
down on to your head or body.