Toyota GT86 (2016 year). Instruction — part 22

4-1. Maintenance and care

NOTICE

■ Cleaning the inside of the rear window

● Be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires.

●Do not use glass cleaner to clean the rear window, as this may cause

damage to the rear window defogger heater wires. Use a cloth dampened

with lukewarm water to gently wipe the window clean. Wipe the window in

strokes running parallel to the heater wires.

■ When cleaning the instrument panel

When small grains of sand and so forth have gotten into instrument panel’s

surface and cannot be wiped away using a cloth, use a clay bar without add-

ing water. Forcibly trying to wipe the surface clean with a brush or sponge

may scratch the surface or fragments of the cloth may be left in the surface.

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Cleaning and protecting the Alcantara® area∗

The following procedures will protect and keep your vehicle’s

Alcantara® upholstery in top condition:

■ Day-to-day cleaning

Perform the following procedures regularly (approximately once

a month).

STEP

Wipe the entire Alcantara® area with a soft cloth that has

been dampened with lukewarm water (approximately 40°C

[104°F]) and squeezed out.

Do not wipe too hard. Doing so may make the Alcantara® uphol-

stery surface become uneven. Also, only use a clean cloth.

STEP

Once dry, brush the area with a soft brush.

■ Liquid stains

● If liquid is spilled, lightly pat the area with a tissue paper or

similar to soak up the liquid.

● When mud, coffee, etc., has dried on the Alcantara® uphol-

stery, remove it by lightly brushing the area with a soft brush

or similar.

We recommend using a vacuum cleaner to clean up the area after

the above has been performed.

When a stain cannot be removed using the above procedures,

remove it by performing the following:

Lightly wipe the stained area from the outside to the inside

STEP

from multiple angles with a soft cloth that has been damp-

ened with lukewarm water (approximately 40°C [104°F])

and squeezed out.

Do not wipe the area so strongly that it causes the Alcantara®

upholstery surface to become uneven. Also, prepare a clean

cloth, and always use a clean area of the cloth.

∗: If equipped

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STEP

If the Alcantara® upholstery surface becomes uneven,

lightly brush it with a soft brush.

STEP

Allow the surface to dry completely.

■ Oil stains

You will need the following items:

● A cloth that has been dampened with benzene

● A dry cloth

STEP

Using a dry cloth or tissue paper, wipe away as much of the

oil as possible to prevent the stained area from expanding.

STEP

After patting the area from the outside to the inside from

multiple angles using the cloth dampened with benzene,

soak up the oil and benzene that floats up by patting the

area with a dry cloth.

STEP

If the Alcantara® upholstery surface becomes uneven,

lightly brush it with a soft brush.

■ When removing dirt or dust from the Alcantara® areas

Remove dirt or dust from the Alcantara® areas by lighting brushing with a

soft brush. If this does not remove the dirt or dust, remove it using adhesive

tape.

NOTICE

■ When soaking up spilled liquids

Do not press down too firmly with the cloth, tissue paper etc., as doing so

may cause the liquid to further penetrate the material, making soaking up

the liquid more difficult.

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4-2. Maintenance

Maintenance requirements

To ensure safe and economical driving, day-to-day care and regular

maintenance is essential. Toyota recommends the following mainte-

nance.

■ Scheduled maintenance

Scheduled maintenance should be performed at specified inter-

vals according to the maintenance schedule.

For full details of your maintenance schedule, read the “Toyota Ser-

vice Booklet” or “Toyota Warranty Booklet”.

■ Do-it-yourself maintenance

What about do-it-yourself maintenance?

Many maintenance items are easy to do yourself if you have a little

mechanical ability and a few basic automotive tools.

Note, however, that some maintenance tasks require special tools

and skills. These are best performed by qualified technicians. Even if

you're an experienced do-it-yourself mechanic, we recommend that

repairs and maintenance be conducted by any authorized Toyota

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

sional. Any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer will keep a record of

maintenance, which could be useful should you ever require Warranty

Service. Should you choose to select a qualified and equipped profes-

sional other than an authorized Toyota repairer to service or maintain

your vehicle, we recommend that you request that a record of mainte-

nance be kept.

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■ Where to go for maintenance service?

In order to maintain your vehicle in the highest possible condition, Toyota

recommends that all repairs and service operations be carried out by autho-

rized Toyota dealers or repairers or other duly qualified and equipped profes-

sionals. For repairs and services covered by your warranty, please visit an

authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, who will use genuine Toyota parts in

repairing any difficulties you may encounter. There can also be advantages

in utilizing authorized Toyota dealers or repairers for non-warranty repairs

and services, as members of the Toyota network will be able to expertly

assist you with any difficulties you may encounter.

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

fessional service department will perform all of the scheduled maintenance

on your vehicle - reliably and economically due to their experience with

Toyota vehicles.

■ Does your vehicle need repairs?

Be on the alert for changes in performance and sounds, and visual tip-offs

that indicate service is needed. Some important clues are:

●Engine missing, stumbling or pinging

●Appreciable loss of power

● Strange engine noises

●A fluid leak under the vehicle (However, water dripping from the air condi-

tioning system after use is normal.)

●Change in exhaust sound (This may indicate a dangerous carbon mon-

oxide leak. Drive with the windows open and have the exhaust system

checked immediately.)

●Flat-looking tires, excessive tire squeal when cornering, uneven tire wear

● Vehicle pulls to one side when driven straight on a level road

● Strange noises related to suspension movement

●Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling brake pedal or clutch pedal,

pedal almost touches the floor, vehicle pulls to one side when braking

● Engine coolant temperature continually higher than normal

If you notice any of these clues, take your vehicle to any authorized Toyota

dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional as

soon as possible. Your vehicle may need adjustment or repair.

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4-2. Maintenance

WARNING

■ If your vehicle is not properly maintained

It could result in serious damage to the vehicle and possible serious injury or

death.

■ Warning in handling of the battery

Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead com-

pounds which are known to cause brain damage. Wash your hands after

handling. (→P. 335)

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance

Do-it-yourself service precautions

If you perform maintenance yourself, be sure to follow the correct

procedures as given in these sections.

Items

Parts and tools

• Warm water

• Baking soda

• Grease

Battery condition

(→P. 335)

• Conventional wrench

(for terminal clamp bolts)

• Distilled water

• “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

Engine coolant level

(→P. 332)

technology. “TOYOTA Genuine

50/50 Pre-mixed Super Long Life

Coolant BLUE” is pre-mixed with

50% coolant and 50% deionized

water.

• Funnel (used only for adding cool-

ant)

• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or

equivalent

Engine oil level

(→P. 329)

• Rag or paper towel, funnel

(used only for adding engine oil)

• Fuse with same amperage rating

Fuses

(→P. 364)

as original

• Bulb with same number and watt-

age rating as original

Light bulbs

(→P. 372)

• Phillips-head screwdriver

• Flathead screwdriver

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Items

Parts and tools

Radiator and condenser



(→P. 334)

• Tire pressure gauge

Tire inflation pressure

(→P. 352)

• Compressed air source

• Water washer fluid containing

Washer fluid

(→P. 339)

antifreeze (for winter use)

• Funnel

WARNING

The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may

move suddenly, become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death

or serious injury, observe the following precautions.

■ When working on the engine compartment

● Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from the moving fan and engine

drive belt.

● Be careful not to touch the engine, radiator, exhaust manifold, etc. right

after driving as they may be hot. Oil and other fluids may also be hot.

●Do not leave anything that may burn easily, such as paper or rags, in the

engine compartment.

●Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel or the bat-

tery. Fuel and battery fumes are flammable.

● Be extremely cautious when working on the battery. It contains poisonous

and corrosive sulfuric acid.

● Take care because brake fluid can harm your hands or eyes and damage

painted surfaces.

If fluid gets on your hands or in your eyes, flush the affected area with

clean water immediately.

If you still experience discomfort, see a doctor.

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance

WARNING

■ When working near the electric cooling fans or radiator grille

Vehicles without a smart entry & start system: Be sure the engine switch is

off. With the engine switch in the “ON” position, the electric cooling fans may

automatically start to run if the air conditioning is on and/or the coolant tem-

perature is high. (→P. 334)

Vehicles with a smart entry & start system: Be sure the “ENGINE START

STOP” switch is off. With the “ENGINE START STOP” switch in IGNITION

ON mode, the electric cooling fans may automatically start to run if the air

conditioning is on and/or the coolant temperature is high. (→P. 334)

■ Safety glasses

Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or falling material, fluid spray, etc. from

getting in the eyes.

NOTICE

■ If you remove the air cleaner filter

Driving with the air cleaner filter removed may cause excessive engine wear

due to dirt in the air.

■ If the fluid level is low or high

It is normal for the brake fluid level to go down slightly as the brake pads

wear or when the fluid level in the accumulator is high.

If the reservoir needs frequent refilling, it may indicate a serious problem.

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance

Hood

Release the lock from the inside of the vehicle to open the hood.

STEP

Pull the hood release lever.

The hood will pop up slightly.

STEP

Push the auxiliary catch lever

to the left and lift the hood.

STEP

Hold the hood open by insert-

ing the supporting rod into the

slot.

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WARNING

■ Pre-driving check

Check that the hood is fully closed and locked.

If the hood is not locked properly it may open while the vehicle is in motion

and cause an accident, which may result in death or serious injury.

NOTICE

■ When opening the hood

●Do not lift up or operate the wipers. Doing so may cause the hood and wip-

ers to contact, scratching the hood.

●Use caution when opening the engine hood in windy weather as it may

close suddenly in strong wind.

●Do not attach any accessories other than genuine Toyota products to the

engine hood. Such additional weight on the engine hood may cause it to

be too heavy to be supported by the supporting rod when opened.

■ When closing the hood

Do not apply excessive weight or force when closing the hood as doing so

may result in damage.

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance

Positioning a floor jack

When raising your vehicle with a floor jack, position the jack cor-

rectly. Improper placement may damage your vehicle or cause injury.

■ Front

■ Rear

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WARNING

■ When raising your vehicle

Make sure to observe the following precautions to reduce the possibility of

death or serious injury:

● Lift up the vehicle using a floor jack

such as the one shown in the illustra-

tion.

●When using a floor jack, follow the instructions of the manual provided with

the jack.

●Do not use the jack that was supplied with your vehicle.

●Do not put any part of your body underneath the vehicle when it is sup-

ported only by the floor jack.

●Always use floor jack and/or automotive jack stands on a solid, flat, level

surface.

●Do not start the engine while the vehicle is supported by the floor jack.

● Stop the vehicle on level, firm ground, firmly set the parking brake and shift

the shift lever to P (vehicles with an automatic transmission) or R (vehicles

with a manual transmission).

● Make sure to set the floor jack properly at the jack point.

Raising the vehicle with an improperly positioned floor jack will damage

the vehicle and may cause the vehicle to fall off the floor jack.

●Do not raise the vehicle while someone is in the vehicle.

● When raising the vehicle, do not place any object on top of or underneath

the floor jack.

●When raising the vehicle, ensure that there is sufficient surrounding space.

The vehicle’s position may change slightly when lowered.

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Engine compartment

Battery*

(→P. 335)

Electric cooling fans

Engine oil level dipstick

Condenser (if equipped)

(→P. 329)

(→P. 334)

Engine oil filler cap

Radiator

(→P. 334)

(→P. 330)

Engine coolant reservoir

Washer fluid tank

(→P. 339)

(→P. 332)

Fuse box

(→P. 364)

*: For right-hand drive vehicles: This is located on the opposite side of the

engine compartment.

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Engine oil

With the engine at operating temperature and turned off, check the oil

level on the dipstick.

■ Checking the engine oil

STEP

Park the vehicle on level ground. After warming up the engine

and turning it off, wait more than five minutes for the oil to

drain back into the bottom of the engine.

STEP

Hold a rag under the end and

pull the dipstick out.

STEP

Wipe the dipstick clean.

STEP

Reinsert the dipstick fully.

STEP

Holding a rag under the end, pull the dipstick out and check

the oil level.

When checking the oil, look at both sides of the dipstick and use the

lower measurement to determine the level of oil.

STEP

Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it fully.

Low

Full

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