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3. Look  for  obvious  coolant  leaks  from  the
radiator,  hoses,  and  under  the  vehicle.
However,  note  that  water  draining  from
the  air  conditioning  is  normal  if  it  has
been  used.
CAUTION
When  the  engine  is  running,  keep
hands  and  clothing  away  from  the
moving  fan  and  engine  drive  belts.
4. If  the  coolant  is  leaking,  stop  the  en-
gine  immediately.  Call  a  Toyota  dealer
for  assistance.
5. If  there  are  no  obvious  leaks,  check
the  coolant  reservoir.  If  it  is  dry,  add
coolant  to  the  reservoir  while  the  en-
gine  is  running.  Fill  it  about  half  full.
For  the  coolant  type,  see  “Coolant  type
selection”  on  page  261  in  Section  7−2.
CAUTION
Do  not  attempt  to  remove  the  radiator
cap  when  the  engine  and  radiator  are
hot.  Serious  injury  could  result  from
scalding  hot  fluid  and  steam  blown
out  under  pressure.
6. After  the  engine  coolant  temperature
has  cooled  to  normal,  again  check  the
coolant  level  in  the  reservoir.  If  neces-
sary,  bring  it  up  to  half  full  again.  Seri-
ous  coolant  loss  indicates  a  leak  in  the
system.  You  should  have  it  checked  as
soon  as  possible  at  your  Toyota  dealer.
1. Reduce  your  speed  gradually
while  driving  in  a  straight  line.
Move cautiously off the road to a
safe place well away from the traf-
fic.  Avoid  stopping  on  the  center
divider of a highway. Park on a lev-
el  spot  with  firm  ground.
2. Stop  the engine  and turn on your
emergency  flashers.
3. Firmly  set  the parking  brake and
put the transmission in “P” (auto-
matic)  or  reverse  (manual).
4. Have everyone get out  of  the  ve-
hicle on the side away from traffic.
5. Read  the  following  instructions
thoroughly.
If  you  have  a  flat  tire—