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Toyota MR2 Spyder (2005 year). Manual - part 13

—Positioning the jack

—Raising your vehicle

CAUTION

Never use oil or grease on the

bolts or nuts. The nuts may loos-

en and the wheels may fall off,

which could cause a serious ac-

cident.

4. Position the jack at the correct

5. After making sure that no one

jack point as shown.

is in the vehicle, raise it high

enough so that the compact

Make sure the jack is positioned on

spare tire can be installed.

a level and solid place.

Remember you will need more ground

clearance when putting on the com-

pact spare tire than when removing

the flat tire.

To raise the vehicle, insert the jack

handle into the jack (it is a loose fit)

and turn it clockwise. As the jack

touches the vehicle and begins to lift,

double−check that it is properly posi-

tioned.

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—Changing wheels

CAUTION

Never get under the vehicle when

the vehicle is supported by the

jack alone.

6. Remove the wheel nuts and

Before putting wheels on, remove any

change tires.

corrosion on the mounting surfaces

with a wire brush or such. Installation

Lift the flat tire straight off and put it

of wheels without good metal−to−met-

aside.

al contact at the mounting surface can

Roll the spare wheel into position and

cause wheel nuts to loosen and even-

align the holes in the wheel with the

tually cause a wheel to come off while

bolts. Then lift up the wheel and get

driving.

at least the top bolt started through

its hole. Wiggle the tire and press it

back over the other bolts.

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—Reinstalling wheel nuts

—Lowering your vehicle

CAUTION

Never use oil or grease on the

bolts or nuts. Doing so may lead

to overtightening the nuts and

damaging the bolts. The nuts

may loosen and the wheels may

fall off, which could cause a seri-

ous accident. If there is oil or

grease on any bolt or nut, clean

it.

7. Reinstall all the wheel nuts with

8. Lower the vehicle completely

finger tight.

and tighten the wheel nuts.

Reinstall the wheel nuts (tapered end

Turn the jack handle counterclock-

inward) and tighten them as much as

wise to lower the vehicle.

you can by finger. Press back on the

Use only the wheel nut wrench and

tire back and see if you can tighten

turn it clockwise to tighten the nuts.

them more.

Do not use other tools or any addition-

al leverage other than your hands,

such as a hammer, pipe or your foot.

Make sure the wrench is securely en-

gaged over the nut.

Tighten each nut a little at a time in

the order shown. Repeat the process

until all the nuts are tight.

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—After changing wheels

9. Check the air pressure of the re-

CAUTION

CAUTION

placed tire.

Adjust the air pressure to the specifi-

D When lowering the vehicle,

Before driving, make sure all the

cation designated on page

244 in

make sure all portions of your

tools, jack and flat tire are se-

Section 8. If the pressure is lower,

body and all other persons

curely in place in their storage

drive slowly to the nearest service

around will not be injured as

location to reduce the possibility

station and fill to the correct pressure.

the vehicle is lowered to the

of personal injury during a colli-

ground.

Do not forget to reinstall the tire valve

sion or sudden braking.

cap as dirt and moisture could get into

D Have the wheel nuts tightened

the valve core and possibly cause air

with torque wrench to 103 N·m

leakage. If the cap is missing, have

(10.5 kgf·m, 76 ft·lbf), as soon

a new one put on as soon as possible.

as possible after changing

wheels. Otherwise, the nuts

10.Restow all the tools, jack and

may loosen and the wheels

flat tire securely.

may fall off, which could cause

As soon as possible after changing

a serious accident.

wheels, tighten the wheel nuts to the

torque specified on page 244 in Sec-

tion 8 with a torque wrench. Have a

technician repair the flat tire and re-

place the spare tire with it.

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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 moving it forward and back-

ward if people or objects are any-

where near the vehicle. During the

rocking operation the vehicle may

suddenly move forward or backward

as it becomes unstuck, causing injury

or damage to nearby people or ob-

Remove the wheel ornament from the

NOTICE

jects.

flat tire before restowing the flat tire.

The size of the front wheel and

the rear wheel is different. In

order to prevent the wrong

installation, there is a pin on

the assembly surface inside the

rear wheel as shown above.

Therefore, the rear wheels can-

not be installed on the front.

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If your vehicle needs to be

towed—

If towing is necessary, we recommend

NOTICE

(a) Towing with wheel lift type truck—

you to have it done by your Toyota

If you rock your vehicle, observe the

dealer or a commercial tow truck ser-

—From front

following precautions to prevent dam-

vice. In consultation with them, have

age to the transmission and other

your vehicle towed using either

(a) or

parts.

(b).

z Do not depress the accelerator ped-

Only when you cannot receive a towing

al while shifting the selector lever

service from a Toyota dealer or com-

or before the transmission is com-

mercial tow truck service, tow your ve-

pletely shifted to forward or reverse

hicle carefully in accordance with the

gear.

instructions given in

“—Emergency

—From rear

towing” on page 179 in this Section.

z Do not race the engine and avoid

spinning the wheels.

Proper equipment will help ensure that

your vehicle is not damaged while being

z If your vehicle remains stuck after

towed. Commercial operators are generally

rocking the vehicle several times,

aware of the state/provincial and local

consider other ways such as tow-

ing.

laws pertaining to towing.

Your vehicle can be damaged if it is

(b) Using flat bed truck

towed incorrectly. Although most operators

know the correct procedure, it is possible

to make a mistake. To avoid damage to

your vehicle, make sure the following pre-

cautions are observed. If necessary, show

this page to the tow truck driver.

TOWING PRECAUTIONS:

Use a safety chain system for all towing,

and abide by the state/provincial and local

laws. The wheels and axle on the ground

must be in good condition. If they are

damaged, use a towing dolly.

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(a) Towing with wheel lift type truck

CAUTION

(c) Towing with sling type truck

From front—We recommend using a tow-

ing dolly under the rear wheels. If you do

Do not tow without a towing dolly

not use a towing dolly, release the parking

when the ignition switch is in the

brake and put the transmission in “N” (se-

“ON” position and/or when the trans-

quential manual transmission) or in neutral

mission is not in the neutral gear

(manual transmission). The key must be

position. Otherwise, you may be in-

in

“ACC” (sequential manual transmission).

volved in an unexpected accident.

Sequential manual transmission only:

After shifting the selector lever to the

“N”

position, always make sure that the gear

NOTICE

is actually disengaged and is in neutral by

z When lifting wheels, take care to

pushing the vehicle by hand or other

ensure adequate ground clearance

means. In case the gear can not be put

(c) Towing with sling type truck

for towing at the opposite end of

in neutral, turn the ignition switch from the

the raised vehicle. Otherwise, the

“OFF” to

“ON” position, and operate the

NOTICE

bumper and/or underbody of the

selector lever once from “N” to “S” or “R”,

then back to

“N” again. Then turn the

towed vehicle will be damaged dur-

Do not tow with sling type truck, ei-

ing towing.

ignition switch from the

“ON” to

“OFF”

ther from the front or rear. This may

position. These procedures may help put

z Do not tow with the key removed or

cause body damage.

the gear in neutral. If the gear still can

in the

“LOCK” position, as the

not be put in neutral, you can not tow

steering lock mechanism is not

without a towing dolly.

strong enough to hold the front

wheels straight while towing.

From rear—Place the ignition key in the

“ACC” position.

(b) Using flat bed truck

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—Emergency towing

If towing is necessary, we recommend

you to have it done by your Toyota

CAUTION

dealer or a commercial tow truck ser-

D Use extreme caution when towing a

vice.

vehicle. Avoid sudden starts or er-

If a towing service is not available in

ratic

driving maneuvers which

an emergency, your vehicle may be

would place excessive stress on the

temporarily towed by a cable or chain

emergency towing eyelets and tow-

secured to either the emergency towing

ing cable or chain. The eyelets and

eyelet on the front of the vehicle or the

towing cable or chain may break

right emergency towing eyelet on the

and cause serious injury or dam-

rear of the vehicle. Use extreme caution

age.

when towing vehicles.

D In case of installing the eyelet on

To install the towing eyelet, see

the vehicle, be sure to tighten the

Front

“—Installing towing eyelet” on page 180 in

eyelet securely. If the eyelet is

this Section.

loose, it may come off when towing

and result in death or serious injury

NOTICE

to the passenger in the front ve-

Only use specified towing eyelet;

hicle or damage to that vehicle.

otherwise your vehicle may be dam-

aged.

NOTICE

A driver must be in the vehicle to steer

z Use only a cable or chain specifi-

it and operate the brakes.

cally intended for use in towing ve-

Towing in this manner may be done only

hicles. Securely fasten the cable or

on hard−surfaced roads for a short dis-

chain to the towing eyelets pro-

tance and at low speeds. Also, the

vided.

wheels, axles, drive train, steering and

z Do not use the left rear eyelet. It is

brakes must all be in good condition.

not designed for towing.

Rear

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—Installing towing eyelet

Before towing, release the parking brake

and put the transmission in “N” (sequential

CAUTION

manual transmission) or in neutral (manual

D If the engine is not running, the

transmission).

power assist for the brakes and

Sequential manual transmission: The

steering will not work so steering

key must be in “ACC”.

and braking will be much harder

Manual transmission: The key must be

than usual.

in

“ACC” (engine off) or “ON” (engine run-

D Do not tow with a cable or chain

ning).

when the ignition switch is in the

Sequential manual transmission only:

“ON” position and/or when the

After shifting the selector lever to the

“N”

transmission is not in the neutral

position, always make sure that the gear

gear position. Otherwise, you may

is actually disengaged and is in neutral by

be involved in an unexpected acci-

pushing the vehicle by hand or other

dent.

1.

Remove the towing eyelet cover on the

means. In case the gear can not be put

bumper, using a flat−bladed screwdriver

in neutral, turn the ignition switch from the

which is wrapped with a cloth.

“OFF” to

“ON” position, and operate the

selector lever once from “N” to “S” or “R”,

then back to

“N” again. Then turn the

ignition switch from the

”ON” to

“OFF”

position. These procedures may help put

the gear in neutral. If the gear still can

not be put in neutral, you can not tow

with cables or chains.

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If you cannot shift the

sequential manual

transmission selector lever

2. Use the towing eyelet in the tool bag.

3. Tighten the towing eyelet securely by

In case the selector lever lock is not

Secure it to the hole on the bumper by

a wheel nut wrench.

released and the selector lever cannot

turning clockwise.

(For the tool bag

be moved even though the ignition

storage location, see

“—Required tools

CAUTION

switch is turned to the

”ON” position,

and spare tire” on page

169 in this

follow the procedures below:

Section.)

When installing the eyelet on the ve-

1. Turn the ignition key to the ”LOCK”

hicle, be sure to tighten the eyelet

or

“ACC” position. Make sure the

securely. If the eyelet is loose, it may

parking brake is applied.

come off when being towed and re-

2. Pry up the cover with a flat−bladed

sult in death or serious injury.

screwdriver or equivalent.

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If you lose your keys

You can purchase a new key at your

Toyota dealer if you can give them the

key number and master key.

Even if you lose only one key, contact

your Toyota dealer to make a new key. If

you lose all your master keys, you cannot

make new keys; the whole engine immobi-

lizer system must be replaced.

See the suggestion given in

“Keys” on

page 8 in Section 1−2.

If your keys are locked in the vehicle and

you cannot get a duplicate, many Toyota

dealers can still open the door for you,

3.

To push the link, insert a key or

using their special tools. If you must

screwdriver to the hole. The lever

break a window to get in, we suggest

can be operated while the link is

breaking the side window because it is

being pushed.

the least expensive to replace. Be ex-

tremely cautious to avoid cuts from the

4.

Shift into the

”N” position.

glass.

5.

Re−insert the cover.

6.

Start the engine while depressing the

brake pedal.

Be sure to have the system checked by

your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

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Washing and waxing your

Toyota

Check the interior of your vehicle. Wa-

Washing your Toyota

For washing instructions for soft top, see

ter and dirt can accumulate under the

“Soft top” on page

187.

Keep your vehicle clean by regular

floor mats and could cause corrosion. Oc-

washing.

1.

Rinse off loose dirt with a hose. Re-

casionally check under the mats to make

move any mud or road salt from the

sure the area is dry. Be particularly care-

The following cases may cause weakness

underside of the vehicle or in the

ful when transporting chemicals, cleans-

to the paint or corrosion to the body and

wheel wells.

ers, fertilizers, salt, etc.; these should be

parts. Wash your vehicle as soon as pos-

transported in proper containers. If a spill

sible.

or leak should occur, immediately clean

D When driving in a coastal area

and dry the area.

D When driving on a road sprinkled with

Use mud shields on your wheels. If you

antifreeze

drive on salted or gravel roads, mud

shields help protect your vehicle. Full−size

D When exposed to coal tar, tree sap,

shields, which come as near to the ground

bird droppings and carcass of an insect

as possible, are the best. We recommend

D When driving in areas where there is

that the fittings and the area where the

a lot of smoke, soot, dust, iron dust or

shields are installed be treated to resist

chemical substances

corrosion. Your Toyota dealer will be

D When the vehicle becomes remarkably

happy to assist in supplying and installing

the shields if they are recommended for

dirty with dust and mud

your area.

Hand−washing your Toyota

Keep your vehicle in a well ventilated

Work in the shade and wait until the

garage or a roofed place. Do not park

vehicle body is not hot to the touch.

your vehicle in a damp, poorly venti-

lated garage. If you wash your vehicle in

CAUTION

the garage, or if you drive it covered with

water or snow, your garage may be so

When cleaning under floor or chassis,

damp as to cause corrosion. Even if your

be careful not to injure your hands.

garage is heated, a wet vehicle can cor-

rode if the ventilation is poor.

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2. Wash with a mild car−wash soap,

Road tar: Remove with turpentine or

mixed according to the manufacturer’s

cleaners that are marked safe for painted

instructions. Use a soft cotton mitt and

surfaces.

keep it wet by dipping it frequently into

the wash water. Do not rub hard—let

NOTICE

the soap and water remove the dirt.

Do not use organic substances (gaso-

Plastic wheel ornaments: The plastic

line, kerosene, benzine or strong sol-

wheel ornaments are damaged easily by

vents) which may be toxic or cause

organic substances. If any organic sub-

damage.

stances splashes an ornament, be sure to

wash it off with water and check if the

3. Rinse thoroughly—dried soap can

ornament is damaged.

cause streaking. In hot weather you

may need to rinse each section right

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after you wash it.

Spray water on the side windows or top

seals from above, at a

45_ angle to the

4. To prevent water spots, dry the vehicle

Do not attach the heavily damaged

ground.

plastic wheel ornament. It may fly off

using a clean soft cotton towel. Do not

rub or press hard—you might scratch

the wheel and cause accidents while

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the paint.

the vehicle is moving.

Automatic car wash

Do not spray water at side windows

and top seals in a way which may

Aluminum wheels: Use only a mild soap

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cause water to enter the vehicle.

or neutral detergent.

Do not run your Toyota through auto-

Plastic bumpers: Wash carefully. Do not

scrub with abrasive cleaners. The bumper

matic car washes or possible damage

faces are soft.

to the soft top may result.

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