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Toyota GT86 (2016 year). Instruction - part 23

4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance

■ Adding engine oil

If the oil level is below or near

the low level mark, add engine

oil of the same type as already in

the engine.

Make sure to check the oil type and prepare the items needed before

adding oil.

Engine oil

→P. 476

selection

Oil quantity

1.0 L (1.1 qt., 0.9 Imp. qt.)

(Low → Full)

Items

Clean funnel

STEP

1

Remove the oil filler cap by turning it counterclockwise.

STEP

2

Add engine oil slowly, checking the dipstick.

STEP

3

Install the oil filler cap by turning it clockwise.

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NOTICE

■ To prevent serious engine damage

Check the oil level on a regular basis.

■ When replacing the engine oil

●Be careful not to spill engine oil on the vehicle components.

● Avoid overfilling, or the engine could be damaged.

●Check the oil level on the dipstick every time you refill the vehicle.

● Be sure the engine oil filler cap is properly tightened.

Engine coolant

The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the “FULL” and “LOW”

lines on the reservoir when the engine is cold.

Reservoir cap

“FULL”

“LOW”

If the level is on or below the

“LOW” line, add coolant up to the

“FULL” line.

■ If the coolant level drops within a short time after replenishing

Visually check the radiator, hoses, engine coolant filler cap, radiator cap,

drain cock and water pump.

If you cannot find a leak, have any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or

another duly qualified and equipped professional pressure test the cap and

check for leaks in the cooling system.

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■ Coolant selection

Only use “TOYOTA Genuine 50/50 Pre-mixed Super Long Life Coolant

BLUE” or similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-amine,

non-nitrite, and non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid technol-

ogy.

“TOYOTA Genuine 50/50 Pre-mixed Super Long Life Coolant BLUE” is a

mixture of 50% coolant and 50% deionized water. (Enabled: -35°C [-31°F])

For more details about engine coolant, contact any authorized Toyota dealer

or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.

WARNING

■ When the engine is hot

Do not remove the radiator cap.

The cooling system may be under pressure and may spray hot coolant if the

cap is removed, causing serious injuries, such as burns.

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NOTICE

■ When adding engine coolant

Coolant is neither plain water nor straight antifreeze. The correct mixture of

water and antifreeze must be used to provide proper lubrication, corrosion

protection and cooling. Be sure to read the antifreeze or coolant label.

■ If you spill coolant

Be sure to wash it off with water to prevent it from damaging parts or paint.

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Radiator and condenser

Check the radiator and condenser and clear away any foreign

objects.

If either of the above parts are extremely dirty or you are not sure of

their condition, have your vehicle checked by any authorized Toyota

dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped profes-

sional.

WARNING

■ When the engine is hot

Do not touch the radiator or condenser as they may be hot and cause seri-

ous injuries, such as burns.

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Battery

Check the battery as follows.

■ Caution symbols

The meanings of each caution symbol on the top of the battery are as

follows:

No smoking, no naked

Battery acid

flames, no sparks

Note operating

Shield eyes

instructions

Keep away from chil-

Explosive gas

dren

■ Battery exterior

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Make sure that the battery terminals are not corroded and that

there are no loose connections, cracks, or loose clamps.

Hold-down clamp

Terminals

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■ Checking battery fluid

Check that the level is between

“UPPER LEVEL” and “LOWER

LEVEL”.

“UPPER LEVEL”

“LOWER LEVEL”

If the fluid level is at or below

“LOWER LEVEL”, add distilled

water.

■ Adding distilled water

Low

O.K.

STEP

1

Remove the vent plug.

STEP

2

Add distilled water.

If the “UPPER LEVEL” line cannot be seen, check the fluid level by

looking directly at the cell.

Put the vent plug back on and close securely.

STEP

3

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■ Before recharging

When recharging, the battery produces hydrogen gas which is flammable

and explosive. Therefore, before recharging:

● If recharging with the battery installed on the vehicle, be sure to discon-

nect the ground cable.

● Make sure the power switch on the charger is off when connecting and

disconnecting the charger cables to the battery.

■ After recharging/reconnecting the battery (vehicles with a smart entry

& start system)

●Unlocking the doors using the smart entry & start system may not be

possible immediately after reconnecting the battery. If this happens, use

the wireless remote control or the mechanical key to lock/unlock the

doors.

● Start the engine with the “ENGINE START STOP” switch in ACCES-

SORY mode. The engine may not start with the “ENGINE START STOP”

switch turned off. However, the engine will operate normally from the sec-

ond attempt.

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●The “ENGINE START STOP” switch mode is recorded by the vehicle. If

the battery is reconnected, the vehicle will return the “ENGINE START

STOP” switch mode to the status it was in before the battery was discon-

nected. Make sure to turn off the engine before disconnect the battery.

Take extra care when connecting the battery if the “ENGINE START

STOP” switch mode prior to discharge is unknown.

If the engine will not start even after multiple attempts, contact any

authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped

professional.

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WARNING

■ Chemicals in the battery

A battery contains poisonous and corrosive sulfuric acid and may produce

hydrogen gas which is flammable and explosive. To reduce the risk of death

or serious injury, take the following precautions while working on or near the

battery:

●Do not cause sparks by touching the battery terminals with tools.

●Do not smoke or light a match near the battery.

● Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothes.

●Never inhale or swallow electrolyte.

● Wear protective safety glasses when working near the battery.

● Keep children away from the battery.

■ Where to safely charge the battery

Always charge the battery in an open area. Do not charge the battery in a

garage or closed room where there is not sufficient ventilation.

■ Emergency measures regarding electrolyte

●If electrolyte gets in your eyes

Flush your eyes with clean water for at least 15 minutes and get immedi-

ate medical attention. If possible, continue to apply water with a sponge or

cloth while traveling to the nearest medical facility.

●If electrolyte gets on your skin

Wash the affected area thoroughly. If you feel pain or burning, get medical

attention immediately.

● If electrolyte gets on your clothes

It can soak through clothing on to your skin. Immediately take off the cloth-

ing and follow the procedure above if necessary.

● If you accidentally swallow electrolyte

Drink a large quantity of water or milk. Get emergency medical attention

immediately.

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NOTICE

■ When recharging the battery

Never recharge the battery while the engine is running. Also, be sure all

accessories are turned off.

■ When adding distilled water

Avoid overfilling. Water spilled during battery recharging may cause corro-

sion.

Washer fluid

If the washer fluid level is at

“LOW”, add washer fluid.

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■ Using the gauge

The washer fluid level can be checked by

observing the position of the level on the

liquid-covered holes in the gauge.

Current

If the level falls below the second hole

fluid level

from the bottom

(the

“LOW” position),

refill the washer fluid.

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WARNING

■ When adding washer fluid

Do not add washer fluid when the engine is hot or running, as washer fluid

contains alcohol and may catch fire if spilled on the engine etc.

NOTICE

■ Washer fluid

Do not use soapy water or engine antifreeze instead of washer fluid.

Doing so may cause streaking on the vehicle’s painted surfaces.

■ Diluting washer fluid

Dilute washer fluid with water as necessary.

Refer to the freezing temperatures listed on the label of the washer fluid bot-

tle.

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Tires

Replace or rotate tires in accordance with maintenance schedules

and treadwear.

■ Checking tires

Check if the treadwear indicators are showing on the tires. Also

check the tires for uneven wear, such as excessive wear on one

side of the tread.

Check the spare tire condition and pressure if not rotated.

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New tread

Worn tread

Treadwear indicator

The location of treadwear indicators is shown by a “TWI” or “∆” mark,

etc., molded into the sidewall of each tire.

Replace the tires if the treadwear indicators are showing on a tire.

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■ Tire rotation

Vehicles with a compact spare tire or an emergency tire punc-

ture repair kit

Rotate the tires in the order

shown.

To equalize tire wear and help

extend tire life, Toyota recom-

mends that tire rotation is car-

Front

ried out approximately every

10000 km (6000 miles).

Vehicles with a spare tire of the same wheel type as the

installed tires

Rotate the tires in the order

shown.

To equalize tire wear and help

extend tire life, Toyota recom-

Front

mends that tire rotation is car-

ried out approximately every

10000 km (6000 miles).

■ Tire pressure warning system

Your Toyota is equipped with a tire pressure warning system that

uses tire pressure warning valves and transmitters to detect low

tire inflation pressure before serious problems arise. (→P. 399)

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Installing tire pressure warning valves and transmitters

When replacing tires or wheels, tire pressure warning valves and

transmitters must also be installed.

When new tire pressure warning valves and transmitters are

installed, new tire pressure warning valve and transmitter ID codes

must be registered in the tire pressure warning computer and tire

pressure warning system must be initialized. Have tire pressure

warning valve and transmitter ID codes registered by any authorized

Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped pro-

fessional. (→P. 345)

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■ How to initialize the tire pressure warning system

Park the vehicle in a safe place and turn the “ENGINE START

STEP

1

STOP” switch (vehicles with a smart entry & start system) or

the engine switch (vehicles without a smart entry & start sys-

tem) off.

Initialization cannot be performed while the vehicle is moving.

STEP

2

Adjust the tire inflation pressure to the specified cold tire infla-

tion pressure level. (→P. 483)

Make sure to adjust the tire pressure to the specified cold tire infla-

tion pressure level. The tire pressure warning system will operate

based on this pressure level.

STEP

3

Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to IGNITION ON

mode (vehicles with a smart entry & start system) or engine

switch to the “ON” position (vehicles without a smart entry &

start system).

STEP

4

Press and hold the tire pressure

warning reset switch until the tire

pressure warning light blinks

slowly 3 times.

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