1998 Toyota Supra Owners Manual
1998 Toyota Supra Manual
1998 Toyota Supra manual content summary:
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SUPRA (U) Part 1 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS- Chapter 1- 1 Overview of instruments and controls D Instrument panel overview D Instrument cluster overview D Indicator symbols on the instrument panel 1 - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 2
SUPRA (U) Instrument panel overview 2 - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 3
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SUPRA (U) Instrument cluster overview 4 - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 5
SUPRA (U) Indicator symbols on the instrument panel Master warning light∗1 Brake system warning light∗1 Seat belt reminder light∗1 Discharge warning light∗1 Malfunction indicator lamp∗1 Low oil pressure warnig light∗1 Low engine oil level warning light∗1 Anti-lock brake system warning light∗1 Open - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 6
SUPRA (U) Turn signal indicator lights Headlight high beam indicator light Overdrive- off indicator light Automatic transmisson manual mode indicator light∗2 Automatic transmisson indicator lights Cruise control indicator light∗3 ∗1 : ∗2 : ∗3 : For details, see "Service reminder indicators and - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 7
SUPRA (U) Part 1 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS- Chapter 1- 2 Keys and Doors D Keys D Side doors D Power windows D Back door D Hood D Theft deterrent system D Fuel tank cap D Sport roof Keys The master key works in every lock. The subkey will not work in the glovebox. To protect things - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 8
SUPRA (U) Side doors LOCKING WITH KEY Turn the key toward the front of the vehicle to lock and towards the back to the vehicle.The door cannot be locked if you leave the key in the ignition switch. LOCKING WITH POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH To lock both of the doors simultaneously, push the power door - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 9
either side door is opened. OPERATING THE DRIVER'S WINDOW Use the switch on the driver's door. Normal operation: The window moves as long as you hold the switch. To open: Lightly pull down the switch. To close: Push up the switch. Automatic operation (to open only): Pull the switch completely down - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 10
SUPRA (U) OPERATING THE PASSENGER 's DOW WIN- CAUTION To avoid serious personal injury, you must do the following. Use the switch on sure the head, hands and other parts of the body of all occupants are kept completely inside the vehicle before you close the power windows. If someone's neck, head - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 11
from being thrown out but also prevents exhaust gases from entering the vehicle. -Lock release lever To open the back door from the outside, insert the key and turn it clockwise. See "Luggage stowage precautions" in Part 2 for precautions to observe in loading luggage. To close the back door - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 12
SUPRA (U) Hood To open the hood, do the following. 1. Pull the hood lock release lever. The hood will spring up slightly. 2. In front of the vehicle, pull up on the a uxilialy catch lever and lift the hood. 3. Hold the hood open by inserting the support rod into the slot. Before closing the hood - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 13
the side doors, back door or hood is forcibly unlocked or the battery terminal is disconnected and then reconnected when the vehicle is locked. The alarm blows the horn intermittently and flashes the headlights, tail lights and other exterior lights. The engine cannot be started because the starter - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 14
SUPRA (U) Be careful not to use the key when opening any side door. This will cancel the system. 4. After making sure the indicator light starts flashing, you may leave the vehicle. The system will automatically be set after the preparation time passes. The indicator light door or hood is opened - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 15
indicator light starts automatically be set when the time comes. The side doors, back door and hood may be opened without a key. OFF-The system is inactive. You may open any of the side doors, back door and hood. 1. To open the fuel filler door, pull the lever up. When refueling, turn off the engine - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 16
SUPRA (U) Sport roof- -Detaching from vehicle CAUTION D Make sure the cap is tightened securely to prevent fuel spillage in case of an accident. D Use only a genuine Toyota fuel tank cap for replacement. It has a builtin check valve to reduce fuel tank vacuum. 2. To remove the fuel tank cap, - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 17
SUPRA (U) 1. Get the tool bag out of the console box. In the tool bag, you will find a special kit consisting of: D Wrench and handle -For turning the center lock and the front and rear bolts D Caps -For covering the front bolts D Plugs -For stopping up the rear holes 2. Face the "LOOSEN" side - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 18
SUPRA (U) NOTICE Take care not to hit the sport roof against the vehicle body to avoid damage to the roof when detaching the roof. 4. Loosen the bolts in the order shown by turning the wrench counterclockwise. Then lift up the front edge of the sport roof and lift off the roof forward. 5. After - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 19
edge fully forward against the front holders. CAUTION 1. Open the back door and set up the rear holders as shown above. Before stowing the roof in the luggage compartment, be sure to remove the luggage cover. (See "Luggage cover" in Chapter 1- 8.) To minimize the risk of personal injury, make sure - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 20
SUPRA (U) -Reinstalling on vehicle 1. Lift up the rear edge while pushing the roof fully forward, then pull the front edge out of the holders. Remove the roof from the right side as shown. After removing the roof, put back the rear holders by pulling - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 21
sport roof. 2. Place the rear edge on first and then the front edge. Before installation, be sure to take the caps and plugs off. 3. Tighten the bolts and lock the center lock in the order shown. (See "-Detaching from vehicle" for details.) Note that all five connections need to be tight to - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 22
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SUPRA (U) Part 1 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS- Chapter 1- 3 Seats, Seat belts, Steering wheel and Mirrors D Seats D Front seats D Fold- down rear seat D Seat belts D SRS driver and front braking or a collision. D Adjustments should not be made while the vehicle , exert body pressure to - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 24
-Adjusting front seat (manual seat) D While adjusting the seat, do not put your hands under the seat or near the moving parts. You may catch and injure your hands or fingers. ADJUSTING SEAT POSITION Pull the lock release lever up. Then slide the seat to the desired position with slight body pressure - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 25
SUPRA (U) -Adjusting front seat (power seat) ADJUSTING SEAT POSITION Move the control switch to the desired direction. Releasing the switch will stop the move in that position. Do not place anything under the front seats. It might interfere with the seat movement. ADJUSTING SEATBACK ANGLE Move the - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 26
SUPRA (U) allow anyone to rest their foot on the release pedal while the vehicle is moving. Lift the seatback lock release lever-the seatback will tilt pedal. The seat will slide forward slightly. 2. Move the seat to the front- most position. After passengers are in, lift up the seatback and return - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 27
Toyota strongly urges that the driver and passengers in the vehicle be properly restrained at all times with the seat belts provided. Failure to do so could increase the chance of injury and/or the severity of injury in accidents. Child. Use front seatbacks. See "Luggage stowage precautions" in Part - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 28
or kneel on either rear or front seats. An unrestrained child could suffer serious injury or death during emergency braking or a collision. Also, do not let the child sit on your lap. It does not provide sufficient restraint. Pregnant woman. Toyota recommends the use of a seat belt. Ask your doctor - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 29
SUPRA (U) If the seat belt cannot be pulled out of the retractor, firmly portion upward through the latch D If the seat belt does not function normally, immediately contact your Toyota dealer. Do not use the seat until the seat belt is fixed. It cannot protect an adult occupant or your child from - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 30
SUPRA (U) -Seat belt extender If your seat belt cannot be fastened securely because it is not long enough, a personalized seat belt extender is available from your Toyota dealer free of charge. Please contact your local Toyota dealer so that the dealer can order the proper required length for the - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 31
SUPRA (U) D Remember that the extender provided for you may not be safe when used on a different vehicle, or for another vehicle interior and extender itself. When not in use, remove the extender and store in the vehicle for future use. normally, immediately contact your Toyota dealer. Do not use - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 32
in the front seat. Be sure to wear your seat belt. as possible from the dashboard. D All vehicle occupants be properly restrained using the available . The SRS airbag warning light system monitors the airbag sensor assembly, inflators, warning light, interconnecting wiring and power sources. 32 - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 33
SUPRA (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 of the vehicle "underrides", or goes - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 34
momentarily fills the airbags with non- toxic gas to help restrain the forward motion of the occupants. Parts of the airbag module (steering the available seat belts. During sudden braking just before a collision, an unrestrained driver or front passenger can move forward into direct contact - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 35
use a seat belt should be properly secured using a child restraint system. Toyota strongly recommends that all infants and children be placed in the rear seat of the vehicle - facing child restraint system should be allowed to put on the front seat only when it is unavoidable. Always move the seat as - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 36
cause death or serious injury as they are projected rearward by the force of deploying airbags. Likewise, the driver and front passenger should not hold things in their arms or on their knees. D Do not hold a child on your lap or in your arms. Use a child restraint system in the rear seat. For - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 37
driver of operating problems. If either of the following conditions occurs, this indicates a malfunction of the airbags. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle. on or near the front console, steering colwheel or dashboard passenger airbag D The light does not come - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 38
SUPRA (U) Child restraint- -Child restraint precautions Toyota strongly urges the use of child restraint systems for children small enough to use them. The laws of all fifty states in the U.S.A. and Canada now require the use of a child restraint system. Your vehicle conforms to SAEJ1819. If a - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 39
, make sure it is secured in place following the manufacturer's instruction. If it is not restrained securely, it may cause death or serious injury to the child in the event of a sudden stop or accident. CRS installation kit (Part No.04731- 22012)-contains 1 bolt, 3 types of spacers and 1 locking - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 40
SUPRA (U) -Types of child restraint system Child restraint systems are classified into the following 3 types depending on the child's age and size. (A) Infant seat (B) Convertible seat (C) Booster seat Install the child restraint system following the instructions provided by its manufacturer. 40 - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 41
An infant seat is used in rear- facing position only. CAUTION D Do not put a rear- facing child restraint system in the rear seat if it interferes with the lock mechanism of the front seats. This can cause severe injury to the child and front passenger in case of sudden braking or a collision - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 42
SUPRA (U) CAUTION D After inserting the tab, make sure the tab and buckle the lap portion of the belt tight. normally, it cannot protect your child from injury. Contact your Toyota dealer immediately. Do not use the seat until the seat belt is fixed. 2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it in - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 43
SUPRA (U) 3. While pressing against the seat let the shoulder it will go to pull the child restraint system in different direction to be sure it is secure. Follow all the installation instructions provided by its manufacturer. 4. To remove the infant seat, press the buckle- release button and - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 44
size. When installing, follow the manufacturer's instruction about the applicable child's age and size as well as directions for installing a child restraint system. CAUTION D A forward- facing child restraint system should be allowed to put on the front seat only when it is unavoidable. Always - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 45
seats. This can cause severe injury to the child and front passenger in case of sudden braking or a collision. 1. Run the lap and shoulder belt through or around the convertible seat following the instructions provided by its manufacturer and insert the tab into the buckle taking care not to twist - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 46
SUPRA (U) 2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it in the lock mode. When the belt is then retracted slightly, it cannot . CAUTION Push and pull the child restraint system in different direction to be sure it is secure. Follow all the installation instructions provided by its manufacturer. 46 - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 47
work for an adult or older child passenger. (C) BOOSTER SEAT INSTALLATION A booster seat is used in forward- facing position only. CAUTION A forward- facing child restraint system should be allowed to put on the front seat only when it is unavoidable. Always move the seat as far back as possible - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 48
SUPRA (U) CAUTION D If the seat belt does not function normally, it cannot protect your child from injury. Contact your Toyota dealer immediately. Do not use the seat until the seat belt is fixed. D Always make sure the shoulder belt is positioned across the center of child's shoulder. The belt - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 49
and allow the belt to retract. If your child restraint system requires the use of a top strap, latch the hook onto the anchor bracket and tighten the top strap. Twist the top strap half a turn: make a twist at front top of the rear seatback, not behind it. Then pass the top strap - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 50
SUPRA (U) Tilt steering wheel Outside rear view mirrors- d. After installing the anchor, put the carpet back in place. If your child restraint system does not provide any of the necessary parts, ask your Toyota dealer. (See "-Child restraint system".) To change your vehicle On some models, when - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 51
SUPRA (U) -Power rear view mirror control CAUTION -Folding rear view mirrors D Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is moving. It may cause the driver to mishandle the vehicle and an accident may occur resulting in personal injuries. D Since the mirror surfaces can get hot, keep your hands - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 52
SUPRA (U) Anti- glare inside rear view mirror Pull the lever toward you to reduce glare from the headlights of the vehicle behind you during night driving. Before adjusting the mirror to the position with most clarity, push the day- night change lever away from you (daylight driving position). - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 53
SUPRA (U) Part 1 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS- Chapter 1- 4 Lights, Wipers and Defogger D Headlights and turn signals D Emergency flashers D Instrument panel light control D Front fog lights D Interior lights D Ignition switch light D Luggage compartment light D Windshield wipers and - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 54
may have to cancel it by hand. You can also signal a lane change by moving the turn signal lever partway and holding it there. If the green light in the instrument panel flashes faster than normal, it indicates that the front or rear turn signal bulb has burned out. To turn on the push - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 55
, do not leave the switch on for a long period when the engine is not running. Front fog lights To adjust the brightness of the instrument panel lights, turn the knob. To turn on the front fog lights, twist the knob of the headlight and turn signal switch lever. They will come on when the - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 56
SUPRA (U) Interior lights Ignition switch light Luggage compartment light To turn on the interior light, push the switch. With the central switch pushed on the "DOOR" side, both lights come on when either of the side doors is opened. The lights remain on for a certain time after both doors are - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 57
SUPRA (U) Windshield wipers and washer If the washer does not work, check to see whether the washer tank is empty. For information on adding washer fluid, see "Adding washer fluid" in Chapter 7- 3. In cold weather, warm the windshield with the defroster before using will automatically return from - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 58
switch. The key must be in the "ON" position. The thin heater wires on the inside of the rear window will quickly clear the window surface. An indicator light will illuminate to indicate the defogger is operating. On some models, the heater panels in the outside rear view mirrors will also quickly - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 59
SUPRA (U) Part 1 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS- Chapter 1- 5 Gauges, Meters and Service reminder indicators D Fuel gauge D Engine coolant temperature gauge D Tachometer D Odometer and two trip meters D Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers Fuel gauge On inclines or curves, due to - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 60
. z Do not continue driving with an overheated engine. See "If your vehicle overheats" in Part 4. The gauge indicates the engine coolant temperature when the ignition switch is on. The engine operating temperature will vary with changes in weather and engine load. If the needle points to the red - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 61
and check. (b) If parking brake is off, stop and check. This meter displays the odometer and two trip meters. To change the odometer display to the the vehicle has been driven. The trip meters can record two different distances independently. You can use one trip meter to calculate the fuel - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 62
has the following functions: Parking brake reminder Fill up tank. Take vehicle to Toyota dealer immediately. Take vehicle to Toyota dealer. Remove key. (g) Stop and check. (m) (h) Add engine oil. (n) Key reminder buzzer (i) Take vehicle to Toyota dealer. If this light is on, make sure the - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 63
instructions.) c. There is a problem somewhere in your engine or automatic transmission electrical system. If it comes on while you are driving in case c, have your vehicle checked/repaired by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. (f) Low Fuel Level Warning Light This light comes on when the fuel - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 64
wiring and power sources. If either of the following conditions occurs, this indicates a malfunction somewhere in the parts monitored by the warning light system. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle. NOTICE Continued engine operation with low engine oil - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 65
. If one of the following conditions occurs, this indicates a malfunction somewhere in the parts monitored by the warning light system. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle. D The light remains on more than 3 seconds after the ignition switch is turned on. D The - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 66
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SUPRA (U) Part 1 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS- Chapter 1- 6 Ignition switch, Transmission and Parking brake D Ignition switch with steering lock D Automatic transmission D Manual transmission D Parking brake D Cruise control Ignition switch with steering lock You must push in the key to - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 68
SUPRA (U) Automatic transmission When the cruise control is being used, even if you downshift the transmission by turning off the overdrive switch, engine braking will not be applied because the cruise control is not cancelled. For ways to decrease the vehicle speed, see "Cruise control" in this - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 69
depressed). (a) Normal driving 1. Start the engine as instructed in "How to start the engine" in Part 3. The transmission must be in "P" or "N". 2. With your foot holding down the brake pedal, shift the selector lever to "D". In "D" position, the automatic transmission system will select the most - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 70
may cause severe automatic transmission damage from overheating. To prevent such damage, "D" position should be used in hill climbing or hard towing. NOTICE Do not hold the vehicle on an upgrade with the accelerator pedal. It can cause the transmission to overheat. Always use the brake pedal or - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 71
manual mode, the transmission system stops automatic gear shifting. Use this mode when starting your vehicle on a snowy or slippery road, when driving up steep inclines, and down with engine braking. To set the manual mode, push the "MANU" button. In the manual mode, the "MANU" mode indicator light - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 72
clutch trouble. And do not use the clutch to hold the vehicle when stopped on an uphill grade-use the parking brake. Recommended shifting speeds The transmission is fully synchronized and upshifting or downshifting is easy. For the best compromise between fuel economy and vehicle performance, you - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 73
the parking brake. The cruise control allows you to cruise the vehicle at a desired speed over 40 km/h (25 mph) even with your foot off the accelerator pedal. Your cruising speed can be maintained up or down grades within the limits of engine performance, although a slight speed change may occur - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 74
slippery (rainy, icy or snow- covered) or winding roads. D Avoid vehicle speed increases when driving downhill. If the vehicle speed is too fast in relation to the cruise control set speed, cancel the cruise control then downshift the transmission to use engine braking to slow down. TURNING ON THE - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 75
lever or by depressing the brake pedal or clutch pedal, pushing trouble in the cruise control system. D The indicator light does not come on. D The indicator light flashes again. D The indicator light goes out after it comes on. If this is the case, contact your Toyota dealer and have your vehicle - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 76
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SUPRA (U) Part 1 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS- Chapter 1- 7 Car audio system and Air conditioning system Car audio system D Reference D Using your audio system: some basics D Using your audio system: controls and features D Car Type 1: AM F M ETR radio/compact disc player/compact disc auto - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 78
your Toyota through an automatic car wash. YOUR CASSETTE PLAYER When you insert a cassette, the exposed tape should be to the right. NOTICE Do not oil any part of the player and do not insert anything other than cassette tapes into the slot, or the tape player may be damaged. NOTICE Do not use an - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 79
SUPRA (U) -Using your audio system: controls and features "Type 1 Details of specific buttons, controls and features are described in the alphabetical listing that follows. 79 - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 80
Push the button for the station you want. The button number and station frequency will appear on the display. These systems can from compact disc operation to radio operation. AUDIO CONTROL / MODE Manual tone adjustment function- This knob is used to adjust the tone manually. For low- pitch tone - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 81
number currently being played. Each time you push "CD", the system changes between built- in single disc player and automatic on the display, it indicates there is a trouble inside the system. Eject the disc or magazine vehicle to your Toyota dealer. DISC ∨∧ Compact disc auto changer only- By using - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 82
SUPRA hear a beep. "D·RAND" will appear on the display and the player will perform all the tracks on all the discs in the magazine in random order. To player will repeat the whole disc. When the track ends, it will automatically be replayed. This process will be continued until you push the button - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 83
on the display and the player will perform the first track of the next disc. To select a disc, push the "SCAN" a second time. If the player has scanned all the discs, it will stop scanning. ST (Stereo reception) display Your radio automatically changes to stereo reception when a stereo broadcast is - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 84
SUPRA (U) "Type 2 Details of specific buttons, controls, and features are described in the alphabetical listing that follows. 84 - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 85
: Push the button for the station you want. The button number and station frequency will appear on the display. These systems can or compact disc operation to radio operation. AUDIO CONTROL / MODE Manual tone adjustment function- This knob is used to adjust the tone manually. For low- pitch tone - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 86
front and rear, and the right and left speakers. For front number currently being played. Each time you push "CD", the system changes between built- in single disc player and automatic there is a trouble inside the system vehicle to your Toyota dealer. DISC ∨∧ Compact disc auto changer only- By using - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 87
SUPRA (U) Dolbyr it automatically reverses and begins to play the other side. This is true whether the cassette was playing or fast forwarding. PWR·VOL (Power·Volume beep. "D·RAND" will appear on the display and the player will perform all the tracks on all the discs in the magazine in random order - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 88
SUPRA (U) player will repeat the whole disc. When the track ends, it will automatically be replayed. This process will be continued until you push the button hear a beep. "D·SCAN" will appear on the display and the player will perform the first track of the next disc. To select a disc, push the " - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 89
SUPRA (U) SEEK (Seeking) Radio In the seek mode, the radio finds and plays the next station up or down the station band. To seek a station, push and hold the "∧" or "∨" side of "SEEK" until you hear a beep. Do this again to find another station. Cassette Player By using this button, you can skip up - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 90
. Power lines or telephone wires can interfere with AM signals. And of course, radio signals have a limited range, and the farther you are from a station, the weaker its signal will be. In addition, reception conditions change constantly as your vehicle moves. Here are some common reception problems - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 91
of electrical noise, such as high tension power lines, lightening, or electrical motors. This results in static. CARING FOR YOUR CASSETTE PLAYER AND TAPES For high performance from your cassette player and tapes: Clean the tape head and other parts regularly. D A dirty tape head or tape path - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 92
SUPRA (U) D If moisture gets into your compact disc player, you may not hear any sound even though your compact disc player appears to be working. Remove the disc from the player and wait until it dries. CAUTION Compact disc players use up to the light.) A new disc may have or other problems. D - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 93
SUPRA (U) Air conditioning system- -Controls 1. "OFF" Button 2. "AUTO" Button 3. Air Intake Selector 4. Temperature Selector 5. Fan Speed Selector 6. "A/C" Button 7. Windshield Air Flow Button 8. Air Flow Selector 93 - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 94
"AUTO" button. An indicator light will illuminate to show that the automatic operation mode has been selected. In the automatic operation mode, the air conditioning selects the most suitable air intake, fan speed and air flow according to the temperature. You may use manual controls if you want to - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 95
button again. If the "A/C" button indicator flashes, there is a problem in the air conditioning system and the air conditioning automatically shuts off. If this happens, take your vehicle to a Toyota dealer for service. Air intake selector Press the button to select the air source. 1. Recirculate - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 96
Operating tips D 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. D Make sure the air intake grilles in front of the windshield are not blocked (by - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 97
SUPRA (U) Heating For best results, set controls to: For automatic operation Press in the " AUTO" button. Temperature To the desired temperature Air conditioning OFF For manual operation Fan speed To the desired fan speed Temperature To the desired temperature Air intake FRESH (outside - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 98
SUPRA (U) -Instrument panel vents Defogging and defrosting The inside of the windshield For best results, set controls to: Temperature Towards high temperature to heat; low temperature to cool Air intake to clean up front view more quickly. D To heat the vehicle interior while defrosting the - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 99
SUPRA (U) If air flow control is not satisfactory, check the instrument panel vents. The instrument panel vents may be opened or closed as shown. 99 - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 100
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Part 1 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS- Chapter 1- 8 Other equipment D Clock D Cigarette lighter and ashtray D Glovebox D Auxiliary box D Luggage cover D Traction control system D Floor mat Clock Once the electrical power source has been disconnected from the clock, the time is automatically - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 102
cover completely after using. Glovebox To operate the cigarette lighter, press it in. When it becomes heated, it automatically pops out ready for use. If the engine using the ashtray, close the ashtray cover completely. To remove the ashtray, open the ashtray cover and pull it out. Use a Toyota - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 103
surfaces, thus assisting driver control the driving power of the rear wheels. When you turn the ignition switch on, the traction control system always turns on automatically, and the slip indicator light and "SNOW" indicator light will come on. The indicator lights will go off after about 3 seconds - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 104
. When getting the vehicle out of mud or new snow, etc. the traction control system will help operate to prevent the wheels from spinning. MANUAL SNOW OPERATION You can select the snow mode by pushing the "SNOW" switch. The "SNOW" indicator light will come on. To select the automatic mode, push the - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 105
speed or maneuvering conditions which will cause the vehicle to lose traction. In situations where the road surface is covered with ice or snow, your vehicle should be fitted with snow tires or tire chains. Always drive at an appropriate and cautions pace. Use a floor mat of the correct size. If - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 106
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SUPRA (U) Part 2 INFORMATION BEFORE DRIVING YOUR TOYOTA D Break- in period D Fuel D Operation in foreign countries D Three- way catalytic converters D Engine exhaust cautions D Facts about engine oil consumption D Twin ground electrode platinum- tipped spark plugs D Brake system D Brake pad wear - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 108
gasoline retailer. IMPROVED GASOLINES The American Automobile Manufacturers Association (AAMA) has developed a specification of improved gasolines. The AAMA specification offers optimal fuel information for better vehicle performance and better protection of your engine. Toyota recommends the use of - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 109
SUPRA (U) Operation in foreign countries NOTICE z Do not use gasohol other than stated above. It will cause fuel system damage or vehicle performance problems. z If driveability problems occur (poor hot starting, vaporizing, engine knock, etc.), discontinue the use. z Take care not to spill gasohol - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 110
gas is very hot. z To ensure that the three- way catalytic converter and the entire emission control system operate properly, your vehicle must receive the periodic inspections required by the Toyota Maintenance Schedule. For scheduled maintenance information, refer to the separate "Owner's Manual - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 111
SUPRA (U) Engine exhaust cautions CAUTION Facts about engine oil consumption D Keep the back door closed while driving. An open or unsealed back door may cause exhaust gases to be drawn into the vehicle. If you must drive with the back door open to accommodate a large object, close the windows, - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 112
together with the intake air and is burned along with the fuel. High temperature exhaust gases also burn the oil used to lubricate the exhaust valve stems. The amount of engine oil consumed depends on the viscosity of the oil, the quality of the oil and the conditions the vehicle is driven under - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 113
longer. Also, the brake system warning light may come on. D Do not pump the brake pedal if the engine stalls. Each push on the pedal uses up your vacuum reserve. You may hear a sound in the engine compartment for a few seconds when the engine is started or just after the vehicle is started. This - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 114
a malfunction somewhere in the parts monitored by the warning light system. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle. Your vehicle has a drum- in- disc type parking brake system. This type of brake system needs bedding- down of the brake shoes periodically or whenever - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 115
sliding forward during braking, do not stack anything in the luggage compartment higher than the seatbacks. Keep luggage or packages low, as close to the floor as possible. NOTICE z Do not load the vehicle beyond the vehicle capacity weight specified in Part 8. z If using a roof luggage carrier - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 116
equipped with one, you can ask your Toyota dealer. Your Toyota's identification CAUTION Do not start or run the engine while your vehicle is supported by a jack. The vehicle could be driven off the jack and could pose a danger or result in serious injury. NOTICE Use only a spare tire of the same - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 117
SUPRA (U) Theft prevention labels Your new vehicle carries theft prevention labels which are approximately 56 mm (2.20 in.) by 16 mm (0.63 in.). The purpose of these labels is to reduce the incidence of vehicle thefts by facilitating the tracing and recovery of parts from stolen vehicles. The label - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 118
under dry conditions. Since summer tires do not have the same traction performance as snow tires, summer tires are inadequate for driving on snow- covered or icy roads. For driving on snow- covered or icy roads, we recommend using snow tires. If installing snow tires, be sure to replace all four - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 119
in "P". If you need to restart the engine while the vehicle is moving, put the selector lever in "N". A starter safety device will prevent the starter from operating if the selector lever is in any drive position. 4. Automatic transmission only: Depress the brake pedal and hold it to the floor until - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 120
SUPRA (U) (b) Starting the engine Before starting the engine, be sure to follow the instructions in "(a) Before cranking". Normal starting procedure The multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system in your engine automatically controls the proper air- fuel mixture for - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 121
light is off. D Do not leave your vehicle unattended while the engine is running. D When parking on a hill, turn the front wheels until they touch the curb so that the vehicle will not roll. Apply the parking brake, and place the transmission in "P" (automatic) or in first or reverse (manual - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 122
use engine antifreeze or any other substitute as washer fluid because it may damage your vehicle's paint. Do not use your parking brake when there is a possibility it could freeze. When parking, put the transmission into "P" (automatic) or into first or reverse (manual) and block the front wheels - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 123
pressure. Underinflation causes tire wear and wastes fuel. See Chapter 7- 2 for instructions. D Do not carry unneeded weight in your vehicle. Excess weight puts a heavier load on the engine, causing greater fuel consumption. unnecessary stopping and braking. Maintain a steady pace. Try to time the - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 124
lessens weight but also helps prevent corrosion. D Keep your vehicle tuned- up and in top shape. A dirty air cleaner, improper valve clearance, dirty plugs, dirty oil and grease, brakes not adjusted, etc. all lower engine performance and contribute to poor fuel economy. For longer life of all parts - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 125
cannot shift automatic transmission selector lever D If you lose your keys If your vehicle will not start- (a) Simple checks Before making these you have followed the cedure given in "How in Part 3 and that you checks, make sure correct starting proto start the engine" have sufficient fuel. If the - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 126
of a competent mechanic or towing service. D The gas normally produced by a battery will explode if a flame or spark is brought near. Use only standardized cables designed for jump starting and do not smoke or light a match while jump starting. NOTICE The battery used for boosting must be 12 V. Do - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 127
engine in the vehicle with the booster battery is not running, start it and let it run for a few minutes. During jump starting, run the engine at about 2000 rpm with the accelerator pedal lightly Connect the clamp of the negative (black) jumper cable to the negative (-) terminal on the booster battery - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 128
the battery vent plugs. If the cause of your battery discharging is not apparent (for example, lights left on), you should have it checked. CAUTION If the engine is not running, the power assist for the brakes and steering will not work so steering and braking will be much harder than usual. 128 - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 129
road, stop the vehicle and turn on your emergency flashers. Put the transmission in "P" (automatic) or neutral (manual) and apply the parking brake. Turn off the air conditioning if it is being used. 2. If coolant or steam is boiling out of the radiator or reservoir, stop the engine. Wait until the - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 130
tire beyond repair. 3. Firmly set the parking brake and put the transmission in "P" (automatic) or reverse (manual). 4. Have everyone get out of the vehicle on the side away from traffic. 5. Read the following instructions thoroughly. D Never get under the vehicle when the vehicle is supported by - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 131
go through an automatic car wash as the vehicle may get caught, resulting in damage. Compact spare tire The compact spare tire is designed for temporary emergency use only. The compact spare tire is identified by the distinctive wheel design and color and special wording "TEMPORARY USE ONLY" molded - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 132
SUPRA (U) -Required tools and spare tire 1. Get the wheel nut wrench, jack, jack handle and spare tire. To prepare yourself for an emergency, you should familiarize yourself with the use a collision or sudden braking. To remove the spare tire: 1. Remove the spare tire cover. 2. Loosen the bolt - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 133
opposite the flat tire to keep the vehicle from rolling when it is jacked up. When blocking the wheel, place a wheel block from the front for the front wheels or from the rear for the rear wheels. 3. Remove the wheel ornament. Pry off the wheel ornament, using the beveled end of the wheel nut - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 134
SUPRA (U) -Positioning the jack -Raising your vehicle CAUTION Never get under the vehicle when the vehicle is supported by the jack alone. 5. Position the jack at the correct jack point as shown. Make sure the jack is positioned on a level and solid place. 6. - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 135
SUPRA (U) -Changing wheels -Reinstalling wheel nuts 7. Remove the wheel nuts and change tires. Lift the flat tire other bolts. Before putting on wheels, remove any corrosion on the mounting surfaces with a wire brush or such. Installation of wheels without good metal- to- metal contact at the - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 136
all portions of your body and all other persons around will not be injured as the vehicle is lowered to the ground. -Reinstalling wheel ornament 9. Lower the vehicle completely and tighten the wheel nuts. Turn the jack handle counterclockwise to lower the vehicle. Use only the wheel nut wrench - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 137
the in Part 8 with a torque technician repair the flat the spare tire with it. If your vehicle needs to be towed- If towing is necessary, we recommend you to have it done by your Toyota dealer or a commercial tow truck service. In consultation with them, have your vehicle towed using either (a) or - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 138
, the bumper and/or underbody of the towed vehicle will be damaged during towing. z Do not tow with the key removed or in the "LOCK" position, as the steering lock mechanism is not strong enough to hold the front wheels straight while towing. (b) Using flat bed truck D Automatic transmission: Use - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 139
in good condition. Before towing, release the parking brake and put the transmission in neutral (manual) or "N" (automatic). The key must be in "ACC" (engine off) or "ON" (engine running). CAUTION Use extreme caution when towing vehicles. Avoid sudden starts or erratic driving maneuvers which would - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 140
you cannot shift automatic transmission selector lever If you lose your keys Many Toyota dealers can make a new key if you can give them the key number. See the suggestion given in "Keys" in Chapter 1- 2. If your keys are locked in the vehicle and you cannot get a duplicate, many Toyota dealers can - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 141
SUPRA (U) Part 5 CORROSION PREVENTION AND APPEARANCE CARE D Protecting your Toyota from corrosion D Washing and waxing your Toyota D Cleaning the interior Protecting your Toyota from corrosion Toyota, through its diligent research, design and use of the most advanced technology available, has done - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 142
cause corrosion. Check the interior of your vehicle. Water and dirt can vehicle can corrode if the ventilation is poor. Washing your Toyota Keep your washing. vehicle clean by regular The following cases may cause weakness to the paint or corrosion to the body and parts. Wash your vehicle - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 143
on darker colors. Also, automatic car wash equipment may interfere with and damage the rear spoiler if your vehicle is equipped with one. The manager of the car wash should be able to advise you whether the process is safe for the paint on your vehicle or the vehicle body itself. Waxing your Toyota - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 144
When cleaning the inside of the windows, be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires on the rear window. Air conditioning control panel, car audio, instrument panel, console panel, and switches Use a soft damp cloth for cleaning. Soak a clean soft cloth in water or lukewarm water then - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 145
use cleaners or polishing agents, make sure their ingredients do not include the substances mentioned above. z If you use a liquid car freshener, do not spill the liquid onto the vehicle's interior leather upholstery. Be especially careful to avoid oil spots. Try to keep your upholstery always clean - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 146
SUPRA (U) z Improper cleaning of the leather upholstery could result in discoloration or staining. If you have any questions about the cleaning of your Toyota, your local Toyota dealer will be pleased to answer them. 146 - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 147
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Schedule, read the separate "Owner's Manual Supplement/Maintenance Schedule". It is recommended that any replacement parts used for maintenance or for the repair of the emission control system be Toyota supplied. The owner may elect to use non- Toyota supplied parts for replacement purposes without - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 149
tools. Simple instructions for how to perform them are presented in Part 7. If you are a skilled do- it- yourself mechanic, the Toyota service manuals are recommended. Please be aware that do- it- yourself maintenance can affect your warranty coverage. See Owner's Guide, Owner's Manual Supplement or - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 150
the engine hood secondary latch secures the hood from opening when the primary latch is released. INSIDE THE VEHICLE Items listed below should be checked regularly, e.g. while performing periodic services, cleaning the vehicle, etc. Lights Make sure the headlights, stop lights, tail lights, turn - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 151
that indicate service is needed. Some important clues are as follows: If you notice any of these clues, take your vehicle to your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. It probably needs adjustment or repair. D D D D Engine missing, stumbling, or pinging Appreciable loss of power Strange engine noises - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 152
SUPRA (U) Part 7 DO- IT- YOURSELF MAINTENANCE- Chapter 7- 1 Introduction D Engine compartment overview D Fuse locations D Do- it- yourself service precautions D Parts and tools 153 - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 153
SUPRA (U) Engine compartment overview (2JZ- GE engine) 60010F46 154 - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 154
SUPRA (U) Engine compartment overview (2JZ- GTE engine) 60010F45 155 - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 155
may affect your warranty coverage. Read the separate Toyota Warranty statement for details and suggestions. 60190F16 This part gives instructions only for those items that are relatively easy for an owner to perform. As explained in Part 6, there are still a number of items that must be done by - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 156
the parts or paint. z Do not overfill automatic transmission fluid, or the transmission could be damaged. z Do not drive with the air cleaner filter removed, or excessive engine wear could result. also backfiring could cause s fire in the engine compartment. D Used engine oil contains potentially - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 157
Funnel (only for adding fluid) Checking power steering fluid Parts (if level is low): D Automatic Tools: D Engine oil API grade SH, "Energy- Conserving II" or SJ, "Energy- Conserving" multigrade or ILSAC multigrade having viscosity proper for your climate transmission RONr II or III fluid DEX - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 158
SUPRA (U) Adding washer fluid Parts: D Water D Washer fluid containing antifreeze (for winter use) Tools: D Funnel Replacing light bulbs Parts: D Bulb with same number and wattage rating as original (See charts in "Replacing light bulbs" in Chapter 7- 3.) Tools: D Screwdriver 159 - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 159
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SUPRA (U) Part 7 DO- IT- YOURSELF MAINTENANCE- Chapter 7- 2 Engine and Chassis D Checking the engine oil level D Checking the engine coolant level D Checking brake fluid D Checking power steering fluid D Checking tire pressure D Checking and replacing tires D Rotating tires D Installing snow tires - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 161
in the lower portion, indicates that the oil has fuel- saving capabilities. SAE 5W- 30 is the best choice for your vehicle, for good fuel economy, and good starting in cold weather. If you use SAE 10W- 30 engine oil in extremely low temperatures, the engine may become difficult to start, so SAE - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 162
's directions for how much to mix with water. The total capacity of the cooling system is given in Part 8. We recommend 50% solution be used for your Toyota, or a sufficient quantity to provide protection to about -35°C (- 31°F). The ILSAC (International Lubricant Standardization and Approval - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 163
filling the reservoir because brake fluid can harm your eyes and damage painted surfaces. If fluid gets in your eyes, flush your eyes with clean water. 60240F08 Check the fluid level on the dipstick. If necessary, add automatic transmission fluid DEXRONr II or III. If the vehicle has been driven - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 164
, have it checked by your Toyota dealer. The following instructions for checking tire pressure should be observed: 70020F11 Keep your tire pressures at the proper level. The recommended cold tire pressures, tire sizes and the vehicle capacity weight are given in Part 8. They are also on the - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 165
. The passenger and luggage weight should be located so that the vehicle is balanced. 70040F01 CHECKING YOUR TIRES Check the tire tread for the tread wear indicators. If the indicators show, replace the tires. The tires on your Toyota have built- in tread wear indicators to help you know when the - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 166
one. 70030F08 Do not perform rotation of the tires, from front to rear or from left to right, or using the compact spare tire. Performing such tire rotation may result in the tires interfering with the body or in uneven wear of the tires, so that steerability of the vehicle is impaired. Tires with - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 167
Do not install tire chains on the 255/40ZR17 tires, as this could damage the vehicle body. D Drive carefully avoiding bumps, holes, and sharp turns, which may cause the vehicle to bounce. braking, as use of chains may adversely affect vehicle handling. D Avoid sharp turns or locked- wheel 168 - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 168
may adversely affect handling, wheel and bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer/odometer calibration, stopping ability, headlight aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clearance, and tire or snow chain clearance to the body and chassis. Replacement with used wheels is not recommended as they may have - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 169
vehicle the first 1600 km (1000 miles), check that the wheel nuts are tight. D If you have repaired or changed your tires, check that the wheel nuts are still tight after driving 1600 km (1000 miles). D When using tire chains, be careful not to damage the aluminum wheels. D Use only the Toyota - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 170
SUPRA (U) Part 7 DO- IT- YOURSELF MAINTENANCE- Chapter 7- 3 Electrical components D Checking battery condition D Battery recharging precautions D Checking and replacing fuses D Adding washer fluid D Checking the headlight aim D Replacing light beaten raw egg or vegetable oil. Then go immediately for - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 171
60170L25 CHECKING BY THE HYDROMETER Check the battery hydrometer color. Hydrometer color Type A GREEN DARK CLEAR or LIGHT YELLOW Type B BLUE WHITE Condition Good Charging necessary. Have battery checked by your Toyota dealer. Have battery checked by your Toyota dealer. condition by the RED 172 - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 172
SUPRA (U) Battery recharging precautions During recharging, the battery is producing hydrogen gas. Therefore, before recharging: 1. If recharging with the battery installed on the vehicle, be sure to disconnect the ground cable. 2. Be sure the power switch on the recharger is off when connecting - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 173
vehicle for emergencies. If the new fuse immediately blows out, there is a problem with the electrical system. Have your Toyota dealer correct it as soon as possible. CAUTION Never use the problem. The lid of the fuse box shows the name of the circuit for each fuse. See Part 8 of this manual for - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 174
antifreeze. This product is available at your Toyota dealer and most auto parts stores. Follow the manufacturer's directions for how much to mix with water. Checking the headlight aim NOTICE Do not use engine antifreeze or any other substitute because it may damage your vehicle's paint. 60500F11 - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 175
on either side of the gauge. If the error is over the value specified above, take the vehicle to your Toyota dealer to adjust the headlight aim. NOTICE Only use a bulb of the listed type. Interior lights Glovebox light Luggage compartment light A: B: C: D: E: F: HB4 halogen bulbs HB3 halogen - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 176
SUPRA (U) -Headlights (low beam) 60463F38 1. Open the hood. RIGHT SIDE HEADLIGHT: Release the clips of the air cleaner and remove the air cleaner cover. 60463F39 2. Unplug the connector while depressing the lock release. If the connector is tight, wiggle it. 60473F05 3. Turn the bulb clockwise - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 177
SUPRA (U) -Headlights (high beam) 60463F38 1. Open the hood. RIGHT SIDE HEADLIGHT: Release the clips of the air cleaner and remove the air cleaner cover. 60463F59 2. Unplug the connector while depressing the lock release. If the connector is tight, wiggle it. 60463F42 3. Turn the bulb - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 178
SUPRA (U) -Front fog lights 60463F38 1. Open the hood. RIGHT SIDE HEADLIGHT: Release the clips of the air cleaner and remove the air cleaner cover. 60463F43 2. Turn the cover counterclockwise and remove it. 3. Disconnect the cords. 60463F44 179 - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 179
bulb. Install a new bulb and the bulb retaining spring. To install the bulb, align the cutouts of the bulb with the protrusions of the mounting hole. 60463F46 5. Connect the cords and install the cover by turning it clockwise. RIGHT SIDE HEADLIGHT: Install the air cleaner cover securely. 60473F01 - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 180
SUPRA (U) -Front turn signal lights -Front side marker lights 60473F03 60463F51 Use a Phillips- head screwdriver. 60463F53 60473F04 60463F52 181 - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 181
SUPRA (U) -Rear side marker lights -Rear turn signal, stop and tail, and back- up lights 60473F09 Use a Phillips- head screwdriver. 60473F11 60473F10 60473F14 Use a Phillips- head screwdriver. 182 - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 182
SUPRA (U) a: Rear turn signal light b: Stop and tail light c: Back- up light 60473F15 60473F13 183 - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 183
SUPRA (U) -License plate lights 60463F36 Use a Phillips- head screwdriver. 60463F37 184 - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 184
SUPRA (U) Part 8 SPECIFICATIONS D Dimensions and weight D Engine D Fuel D Service specifications D Tires D Fuses Dimensions and weight Overall length Overall width Overall height Wheelbase Front tread Rear tread mm (in.) 4515 (177.7) mm (in.) 1810 ( 71.3) mm (in.) 1275 ( 50.2)∗ mm (in.) 2550 (100 - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 185
cannot be obtained, you may temporarily use unleaded gasoline with an Octane Rating as low as 87 (Research Octane Number 91). Fuel tank capacity, L (gal., Imp. gal.): 70 (18.5, 15.4) Service specifications ENGINE Valve clearance (engine cold), mm (in.): Intake 0.15-0.25 (0.006-0.010) Exhaust 0.25 - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 186
SUPRA (U) COOLING SYSTEM Total capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.): 2JZ- GE engine 8.0 (8.5, 7.0) 2JZ- GTE engine With manual transmission 8.9 (9.4, 7.8) With automatic transmission 8.8 (9.3, 7.7) Coolant type: With ethylene- glycol antifreeze (Do not use alcohol type.) BATTERY Open voltage∗ at 20_C (68_F - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 187
than 30 mm (1.2 in.) Power steering fluid type: Automatic transmission fluid DEXRONr II or III Tire size: Spare tire T145/70 R 17 Except spare tire 2JZ- GE engine 225/50R 16 92V (for front use only) 245/45R 16 94V (for rear use only) 2JZ- GTE engine 235/45ZR 17 (for front use only) 255/40ZR 17 (for - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 188
SUPRA (U) 9. DOME 7.5 A: Interior lights, personal lights, door courtesy lights, luggage compartment light, ignition switch light, open door warning light, theft deterrent system 10. RAD NO.1 20 A: Radio cassette tape player 11. HEAD (RH) 15 A: Right- hand headlight 12. HEAD (LH) 15 A: Left- hand - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 189
lights, front side marker lights, rear side marker lights, licence plate lights 27. ECU- IG 10 A: Cruise control system, anti- lock brake system, power steering, power antenna, theft deterrent system, shift lock control system, traction control system 28. GAUGE 10 A: Gauges and meters, service - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 190
safety defects for U.S. owners If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. (Toll- free - 1998 Toyota Supra | Owners Manual - Page 191
lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No.109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law. Warning