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’99 Tacoma (U)

1. Headlight and turn signal switch

2. Wiper and washer switches

3. Emergency flasher switch

4. Passenger airbag manual on- off switch

5. Air conditioning controls

6. Car audio

7. Ashtray

8. Cigarette lighter

9. Power outlets

10. Clock

11. Parking brake lever

12. Ignition switch

13. Cruise control switch

14. Rear differential lock button

15. Instrument panel light control knob

16. Clutch start cancel switch (manual

transmission) or driving pattern selector
button (automatic transmission)

Summary of Contents for Tacoma 1999

Page 1: ...9 Tacoma U 1 Part 1 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Chapter 1 1 Overview of instruments and controls Instrument panel overview Instrument cluster overview Indicator symbols on the instrument pan...

Page 2: ...lights or interior light 5 Side vents 6 Glove box 7 Power door lock switches 8 Power window switches 9 Manual transmission gear shift lever or automatic transmission selector lever floor shift 10 Cup...

Page 3: ...h 5 Air conditioning controls 6 Car audio 7 Ashtray 8 Cigarette lighter 9 Power outlets 10 Clock 11 Parking brake lever 12 Ignition switch 13 Cruise control switch 14 Rear differential lock button 15...

Page 4: ...ine coolant temperature gauge 2 Tachometer 3 Service reminder indicators and indicator lights 4 Speedometer 5 Fuel gauge 6 Trip meter reset knob 7 Odometer and two trip meters Instrument cluster overv...

Page 5: ...99 Tacoma U 5 1 Engine coolant temperature gauge 2 Service reminder indicators and indicator lights 3 Speedometer 4 Odometer 5 Fuel gauge Without tachometer...

Page 6: ...1 Anti lock brake system warning light 1 SRS airbag warning light 1 type A type B Automatic transmission fluid temperature warning light 1 Unengaged Park warning light 1 Low windshield washer fluid le...

Page 7: ...7 1 For details see Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers in Chapter 1 5 2 If this light flashes see Cruise control in Chapter 1 6 Cruise control indicator light 2 Rear differential lock ind...

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Page 9: ...e the doors can be locked without a key you should always carry a spare key in case you accidentally lock your key inside the vehicle KEY NUMBER PLATE Your key number is shown on the plate Keep the pl...

Page 10: ...unlock the driv er s door and twice in succession will un lock the driver s door and passenger s door simultaneously LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH INSIDE LOCK BUTTON Move the lock button To lock Push th...

Page 11: ...being opened unintentionally Power windows The windows can be operated with the switch on each door The power windows work when the ignition switch is in the ON position Key off operation If both fron...

Page 12: ...f all occupants are kept completely in side the vehicle before you close the power windows If someone s neck head or hands gets caught in a closing window it could result in a serious injury When anyo...

Page 13: ...engage the right end from the catch When closing the window make sure it is completely closed Tailgate To open the tailgate pull the handle up The support cables will hold the tailgate horizontal See...

Page 14: ...rackets before closing the tailgate Hood To open the hood 1 Pull the hood lock release lever The hood will spring up slightly CAUTION Before driving be sure that the hood is securely closed and locked...

Page 15: ...Fuel tank cap 1 To open the fuel filler door insert the key and turn it counterclockwise When refueling turn off the engine CAUTION Do not smoke cause sparks or al low open flames when refueling The...

Page 16: ...e only a genuine Toyota fuel tank cap for replacement It has a built in check valve to reduce fuel tank vacuum CAUTION To avoid serious personal injury you must do the following While the vehicle is m...

Page 17: ...handle is securely in place When closing the moon roof slowly pull down the handle while supporting the roof with your hand Close and lock the moon roof by pushing the handle Be sure to use your palm...

Page 18: ...g 1 Insert the flat hinges of the moon roof panel into the cutouts on the body Then slowly lower it while holding the roof with your hands Make sure both flat hinges are inserted into the cutouts 2 Pr...

Page 19: ...and while you unlock the sun shade by turning the knob counter clockwise To install Hang the two hinges of the sun shade panel onto the hooks pro vided Then push up the sun shade panel while turning t...

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Page 21: ...ven all ve hicle occupants should have the seatback upright sit well back in the seat and prop erly wear the seat belts provided CAUTION Do not drive the vehicle unless the occupants are properly seat...

Page 22: ...the seat position try sliding it forward and backward to make sure it is locked in position After adjusting the seatback exert body pressure to make sure it is locked in position Do not put objects un...

Page 23: ...ack in the seats If you are reclined the lap belt may slide past your hips and apply restraint forces directly to the abdomen Therefore in the event of a frontal collision the risk of personal injury...

Page 24: ...tion Make sure the seat belts are not twisted or caught in the seatback and are arranged in their proper position and are ready use Make sure the seatback is securely locked by pushing forward and rea...

Page 25: ...push the head restraint The head restraint is most effective when it is close to your head Therefore using a cushion on the seatback is not recom mended CAUTION Adjust the center of the head re strai...

Page 26: ...ot provide sufficient restraint Small framed person or youth in a 3 point type seat belt On models with a bench seat have a small framed person or youth sit slightly closer to the center of the vehicl...

Page 27: ...l allow the belt to extend and you can move around freely If the seat belt cannot be pulled out of the retractor firmly pull the belt and release it You will then be able to smoothly pull the belt out...

Page 28: ...is positioned across the center of your shoulder The belt should be kept away from your neck but not falling off your shoulder Failure to do so could reduce the amount of protection in an accident an...

Page 29: ...arm To release the belt press the buckle re lease button and allow the belt to re tract If the belt does not retract smoothly pull it out and check for kinks or twists Then make sure it remains untwis...

Page 30: ...dult occupant or your child from injury Too high Keep as low on hips as possible Adjust to a snug fit Remove excess length of the belt and adjust the belt position To shorten the belt pull the free en...

Page 31: ...or the extender Bring the heaviest coat you expect to wear for prop er measurement and selection of length Additional ordering information is available at your Toyota dealer CAUTION When using the sea...

Page 32: ...e locked and that the seat belt extender is not twisted Do not insert coins clips etc in the buckle as this may prevent you from properly latching the tab and buckle If the seat belt does not function...

Page 33: ...bly 4 Airbag sensor assembly The seat belt pretensioner is controlled by the airbag sensor assembly The airbag sensor assembly consists of a safing sen sor and airbag sensor When a seat belt pretensio...

Page 34: ...pretensioner system has a service reminder indicator to inform the driver of operating problems If either of the following conditions occurs this indicates a malfunction of the airbags or pretensione...

Page 35: ...heel or dashboard during airbag deployment can be killed or seriously injured Toyota strongly recommends that The driver sit as far back as pos sible from the steering wheel while still maintaining co...

Page 36: ...de in the front seat so that the driver can constantly monitor the child s condition Child age 1 to 12 A child age 1 to 12 must ride in the front seat because Vehicle has no rear seat Although childre...

Page 37: ...ould not get serious injury The SRS airbags will deploy if the severi ty of the impact is above the designed threshold level comparable to an approxi mate 25 km h 15 mph collision when impacting strai...

Page 38: ...ng over a deep hole The SRS airbags may deploy if a seri ous impact occurs to the underside of your vehicle Some examples are shown in the illustration The SRS airbag system mainly consists of the fol...

Page 39: ...bags themselves will not be hot The airbags are designed to inflate only once A crash severe enough to inflate the air bags may break the windshield as the vehicle buckles In vehicles with a pas senge...

Page 40: ...ildren For instructions concerning the installation of a child restraint sys tem see Child restraint in this chapter CAUTION A member of a passenger risk group should never sit or be occupied in the r...

Page 41: ...r Do not sit on the edge of the seat or lean over the dashboard when the vehicle is in use The airbags inflate with considerable speed and force you may be killed or serious ly injured Sit up straight...

Page 42: ...n SRS airbag inflation or disable the system which could result in death or serious injury Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious inju ries NOTICE Do not perform any of th...

Page 43: ...e illustration was involved in an accident not of the extent to cause the SRS airbags to inflate The pad section of the steering wheel or front passenger airbag cover shaded in the illustration is scr...

Page 44: ...n stops children must be properly re strained using a seat belt or child restraint system depending on the age and size of the child Holding a child in your arms is not a sub stitute for a child restr...

Page 45: ...ild restraint system should be installed on the rear seat if your vehicle is equipped with rear seats According to accident statistics the child is safer when properly restrained in the rear seat than...

Page 46: ...of a sudden stop or accident 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...

Page 47: ...her posi tion Split bench seat Adjust the passenger s seat forward and rearward travel as well as seatback posi tion so that the child restraint system is securely restrained CAUTION Ignoring the abov...

Page 48: ...The indicator comes on when the system is off CAUTION If you must put a rear facing child restraint system on the front seat make sure the passenger airbag manual on off switch is in the OFF position...

Page 49: ...ion 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 While pressing the infant seat firmly against the seat c...

Page 50: ...int system With the child restraint system installed check that your driving position is satis factory and that the child restraint system does not interfere with your driving If your driving position...

Page 51: ...se death or serious injury to the child When you put a rear facing child re straint system on the front seat turn the passenger airbag manual on off switch to the OFF position For de tails see SRS dri...

Page 52: ...ough or around the convertible seat following the instructions provided by its manufacturer and insert the tab into the buckle taking care not to twist the lap belt CAUTION After inserting the tab mak...

Page 53: ...he lap belt by pulling its free end to hold the convertible seat securely CAUTION Push and pull the child restraint sys tem in different directions to be sure it is secure Follow all the installation...

Page 54: ...to stand the table see Cup holder Xtra cab models in Chapter 1 8 A INFANT SEAT INSTALLATION An infant seat is used in rear facing position only CAUTION Never put a rear facing child restraint system o...

Page 55: ...g child restraint system on the right front seat make sure the passenger airbag manual on off switch is in the OFF position and that the indicator light is on CAUTION Do not put a rear facing child re...

Page 56: ...ortions of the belt are not twisted Do not insert coins clips etc in the buckle as this may prevent you from properly latching the tab and buckle If the seat belt does not function normally it cannot...

Page 57: ...ecure ly CAUTION Push and pull the child restraint sys tem in different directions to be sure it is secure Follow all the installation instructions provided by its manufac turer 4 To remove the infant...

Page 58: ...put a rear facing child restraint system on the right front seat with the passenger airbag manual on off switch in the ON position In the event of an accident the force of the rapid inflation of the p...

Page 59: ...on off switch in the ON position because the force of a deploying airbag could cause death or serious injury to the child in forward seating position For details see SRS driver and front passenger ai...

Page 60: ...portions of the belt are not twisted Do not insert coins clips etc in the buckle as this may prevent you from properly latching the tab and buckle If the seat belt does not function normally it cannot...

Page 61: ...t securely CAUTION Push and pull the child restraint sys tem in different directions to be sure it is secure Follow all the installation instructions provided by its manufac turer 4 To remove the conv...

Page 62: ...cause death or serious injury to the child in forward seating position For details see SRS driver and front passenger airbags in this chapter 1 Sit the child on a booster seat Run the lap and shoulde...

Page 63: ...nintended result Keep the lap belt positioned as low on hips as possible For child s safety do not place the shoulder belt under child s arm After inserting the tab make sure the tab and buckle are lo...

Page 64: ...t will spring up as you release the lock release lever CAUTION Do not adjust the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving After adjusting the steering wheel try moving it up and down to make sure it...

Page 65: ...e the switches 1 Master switch To select the mirror to be adjusted Place the switch at L left or R right 2 Control switch To move the mirror Push the switch in the desired direc tion Mirror can be adj...

Page 66: ...ar of your vehicle in the mir ror To reduce glare from the headlights of the vehicle behind you during night driving operate the lever on the lower edge of the mirror Daylight driving Lever at positio...

Page 67: ...ion switch to the LOCK position with the headlights left on a buzzer reminds you to turn the lights off when you open the driver s door NOTICE To prevent the battery from being dis charged do not leav...

Page 68: ...must be in the ON position The lever automatically returns after you make a turn but you may have to return it by hand after you change lanes To signal a lane change move the lever up or down to the...

Page 69: ...ing dis charged do not leave the switch on longer than necessary when the en gine is not running Instrument panel light control To adjust the brightness of the instru ment panel lights turn the knob I...

Page 70: ...with each outer switch To turn on the light push the switch on your side To turn the light off push the switch once again The center switch has the following posi tions Position 1 Turns both lights on...

Page 71: ...adding washer fluid see Adding washer fluid in Chapter 7 3 In freezing weather warm the windshield with the defroster before using the washer This will help prevent the washer fluid from freezing on...

Page 72: ...he windshield with the defroster before using the washer This will help prevent the washer fluid from freezing on your windshield which can block your vision NOTICE Do not operate the wipers if the wi...

Page 73: ...eep the tank over 1 4 full This fuel gauge has a non return type needle which remains at the last indicated position when the ignition switch is turned off If the fuel level approaches E or the low fu...

Page 74: ...severe operating conditions such as Driving up a long hill on a hot day Reducing speed or stopping after high speed driving Idling for a long period with the air conditioning on in stop and go traffi...

Page 75: ...as been driven 2 Two trip meters They show two differ ent distances independently driven since the last time each trip meter was set to zero You can use one trip meter to calculate the fuel economy an...

Page 76: ...uzzer comes on Do this h Take vehicle to Toyota dealer immediately g Take vehicle to Toyota dealer i Shift front drive control lever out of N j Stop and check k Add washer fluid If the indicator or bu...

Page 77: ...at Belt Reminder Light and Buzz er Once the ignition key is turned to ON or START the reminder light flashes and buzzer comes on if the driver s seat belt is not fastened Unless the driver fastens the...

Page 78: ...ition key is turned to the ON position After a few seconds the light will go off When the ABS warning light is on and the brake system warning light is off the brake system operates conventionally but...

Page 79: ...her fluid level is too low Add washer fluid at your earliest opportunity For instructions see Adding washer fluid in Chapter 7 3 l Light Reminder Buzzer This buzzer will sound if the driver s door is...

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Page 81: ...pen the driver s door a buzzer will remind you to remove the key LOCK Engine is off and the steering wheel is locked The key can be re moved only at this position You must push in the key to turn the...

Page 82: ...e overdrive switch is in OFF position Position for stronger engine braking than that in 2 position With the brake pedal depressed shift while pulling the selector lever lever toward you The ignition s...

Page 83: ...n downshift the transmission as follows Turn off the overdrive switch The O D OFF indicator light will come on and the transmission will downshift to the third gear Shift into the 2 position when the...

Page 84: ...while the ve hicle is moving e Parking 1 Bring the vehicle to a complete stop 2 Pull the parking brake lever fully to securely apply the parking brake 3 With the brake pedal pressed down shift the se...

Page 85: ...following precautions to prevent dam age to the transmission and other parts Do not depress the accelerator ped al while shifting the selector lever or before the transmission is com pletely shifted t...

Page 86: ...nsmission OFF position Shifting into overdrive not possible ON position Shifting into overdrive possible O D OFF indicator light Shows the overdrive switch is in OFF position NORMAL Normal mode for ge...

Page 87: ...s Turn off the overdrive switch The O D OFF indicator light will come on and the transmission will downshift to the third gear Shift into the 2 position The trans mission will downshift to the second...

Page 88: ...pt to move the selector lever into P position under any circum stances Serious mechanical damage and loss of vehicle control may re sult f Good driving practice If the transmission is repeatedly up sh...

Page 89: ...following precautions to prevent dam age to the transmission and other parts Do not depress the accelerator ped al while shifting the selector lever or before the transmission is com pletely shifted t...

Page 90: ...verdrive not possible On position Shifting into overdrive possible Lock release button To prevent misshifting O D OFF indicator light Shows the overdrive switch is in off position NORMAL Normal mode f...

Page 91: ...ot shift into the overdrive gear even with the overdrive switch on See Four wheel drive system in this chapter for information of the front drive control lever CAUTION Never put your foot on the accel...

Page 92: ...TICE Be careful not to overrev the en gine Watch the tachometer to keep engine rpm from going into the red zone The approximate maximum al lowable speed for each position is given below for your refer...

Page 93: ...th the engine running This prevents the vehicle from creeping NOTICE Do not hold the vehicle on an up grade with the accelerator pedal It can cause the transmission to over heat Always use the brake p...

Page 94: ...The shift pattern is as shown above Press the clutch pedal down fully while shifting and then release it slowly Do not rest your foot on the pedal while driving because it will cause clutch trouble A...

Page 95: ...larly revving the engine to maxi mum speed in each gear will cause ex cessive engine wear and high fuel consumption Maximum allowable speeds To get on a highway or to pass slower traffic maximum accel...

Page 96: ...se this for normal driving on dry hard surfaced roads This position gives greater economy quietest ride and least wear H4 high speed position four wheel drive Lever at H4 Use this for normal driving o...

Page 97: ...power and traction Use L4 for climbing or descending steep hills off road driving and hard pulling in sand mud or deep snow The four wheel drive indicator light comes on when the H4 N or L4 mode is s...

Page 98: ...oving straight ahead at speeds of 40 km h 25 mph or less You need not depress the clutch pedal If you have trouble shifting depress or release the accelerator pedal momentarily while pushing the front...

Page 99: ...H4 to L4 stop the vehicle or reduce your speed to less than 8 km h 5 mph With your foot off the accelerator pedal depress the clutch ped al and move the front drive control lever To shift from L4 to H...

Page 100: ...stop the vehicle and put the transmission in N With your foot holding down the brake pedal move the front drive control lever SHIFTING BETWEEN H2 AND H4 To shift from H2 to H4 reduce your speed to le...

Page 101: ...the buzz er sounds when you push in the 4WD button reduce your speed or stop the vehicle and reset CAUTION Never push the 4WD button if wheels are slipping Stop the slipping or spinning before shifti...

Page 102: ...ystem CAUTION Do not use the rear differential lock in the conditions other than above Large steering effort and careful cor nering control will be required To lock the rear differential push the swit...

Page 103: ...d the indicator light will go out Except for Pre Runner models The differential will also unlock if you shift the front drive control lever out of L4 Never forget to turn off the switch after using th...

Page 104: ...in maximum control of your vehicle do not use the cruise control when driving in heavy or varying traffic or on slip pery rainy icy or snow covered or winding roads Avoid vehicle speed increases when...

Page 105: ...a Pulling the lever in the CANCEL direction and releasing it b Depressing the brake pedal c Depressing the clutch pedal manual transmission If the vehicle speed falls below about 40 km h 25 mph the pr...

Page 106: ...control press the CRUISE ON OFF button to turn the system off and then press it again to turn it on If any of the following conditions then oc curs there is some trouble in the cruise control system T...

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Page 109: ...Car audio system Reference Using your audio system some basics Using your audio system controls and features Car audio system operating hints Air conditioning system Controls Air flow selector setting...

Page 110: ...tem will be turned off when you eject the cassette tape or com pact disc If the another function was pre viously playing it will come on again SWITCHING BETWEEN FUNCTIONS Push AM FM AM FM TAPE or CD i...

Page 111: ...a disc gently push it in with the label side up The player will automatically eject a disc if the label side is down The compact disc player will play from track 1 through the end of the disc Then it...

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Page 113: ...knob with pulling to adjust the balance between the right and left speakers PWR VOL Power Volume Push PWR VOL to turn the audio system on and off Turn PWR VOL to adjust the volume ST Stereo reception...

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Page 115: ...tte tape To stop the tape while it is fast forward ing lightly push the REW If a tape fast forwards completely the cassette player will play the other side of the tape using the auto reverse feature P...

Page 116: ...held the button too long and the radio will go into the seek mode Seeking 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 o...

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Page 118: ...ward button or TAPE to stop the tape while it is re winding push the reverse button or TAPE If a tape side rewinds completely the cas sette player will stop and then play that same side If a tape fast...

Page 119: ...em changes between single disc play er and automatic changer If the player malfunctions your audio sys tem will display one of the six following error messages If WAIT appears on the display it indi c...

Page 120: ...tape The display indicates which side is currently selected indicates top side indicates bottom side Auto reverse feature After the cassette player reaches the end of a tape side it automatically rev...

Page 121: ...few seconds and then move to the next preset station To select a station push SCAN a second time To scan all the frequencies Quickly push and release SCAN If you hear a beep you held the button too lo...

Page 122: ...c player By using this button you can skip up or down to a different track Push either side of the track button until the number of the track you want to listen to appears on the display If you want t...

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Page 124: ...e display These systems al low you to set twelve FM stations two for each button If the audio system is off you can turn on the radio by pushing AM F M Also push AM F M to switch from compact disc ope...

Page 125: ...ppears on the display it indicates the compact disc auto changer lid is open Close the compact disc auto changer lid If the malfunction is not rectified take your vehicle to your Toyota dealer DISC Co...

Page 126: ...few seconds and then move to the next preset station To select a station push SCAN a second time To scan all the frequencies Quickly push and release SCAN If you hear a beep you held the button too lo...

Page 127: ...ld the button too long and the radio will go into the seek mode Seeking 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 s...

Page 128: ...nterference When a reflected sig nal and a signal received directly from a radio station are very nearly the same frequency they can interfere with each other making it difficult to hear the broad cas...

Page 129: ...warping pin holes or other disc damage could cause the player to skip or to repeat a section of a track To see a pin hole hold the disc up to the light Remove discs from the compact disc player when y...

Page 130: ...99 Tacoma U 130 CAUTION Compact disc players use invisible la ser beam which could cause hazard ous radiation exposure if directed outside the unit Be sure to operate the player correctly as instructe...

Page 131: ...99 Tacoma U 131 1 Air Intake Selector 2 Temperature Selector 3 Air Flow Selector 4 Fan Speed Selector 5 A C Button on some models Air conditioning system Controls...

Page 132: ...s and the instrument panel vents 3 Floor Air flows mainly from the floor vents 4 Floor Windshield Air flows mainly from the floor vents and windshield vents 5 Windshield Air flows mainly from the wind...

Page 133: ...sys tem A C button To turn on the air conditioning press the A C button The A C button indicator will come on To turn the air conditioning off press the button again If the A C button indicator flashe...

Page 134: ...n front of the windshield are not blocked by leaves or snow for example On humid days do not blow cold air on the windshield The windshield could fog up because of the difference in air temperature on...

Page 135: ...the air intake selector to recirculate for a few min utes Ventilation For best results set controls to Fan speed Any setting except OFF Temperature Towards COLD blue zone Air intake FRESH outside air...

Page 136: ...nob to wind shield position turns on the defroster linked air conditioning This is to clear up the front view more quickly When the A C button is not pressed in turning the air flow control knob to an...

Page 137: ...the minutes Push the M button If quick adjustment to a full hour is de sired push the 00 button For example if the 00 button is de pressed when the time is between 1 01 1 29 the time will change to 1...

Page 138: ...utts from catching fire After using the ashtray push it back in completely To remove the ashtray press down on the lock spring plate and pull out CAUTION To reduce the chance of injury in case of an a...

Page 139: ...ve box is open with the instrument panel lights on CAUTION To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or a sudden stop always keep the glove box door closed while driving Cup holder The cup...

Page 140: ...may interfere with the sec ond cup holder and the spilled drink may cause a malfunction on the elec trical components Cup holder Xtra cab models The cup holder is designed for holding cups fit secure...

Page 141: ...hole then it is designed for use with a locking clip Fix the floor mat with locking clip into the hole in the floor carpet CAUTION Make sure the floor mat is properly placed on the floor carpet If the...

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Page 143: ...ot designed for cornering at the same speeds as conventional two wheel drive vehicles any more than low slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfactorily under off road conditions CAUTION Alway...

Page 144: ...eed either fast or slow Do not tow a trailer during the first 800 km 500 miles Four wheel drive models with free wheeling hubs only For the first 500 km 300 miles We recommend that you use high range...

Page 145: ...n control system GASOLINES CONTAINING MTBE Gasolines that contain MTBE Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether are available in the market If you use a gasoline mixed with MTBE make certain that it does not conta...

Page 146: ...0 Imp gal Operation in foreign countries If you plan to drive your Toyota in another country First comply with the vehicle registration laws Second confirm the availability of the cor rect fuel unlea...

Page 147: ...knows your vehicle and its three way catalytic converter sys tem best To ensure that the three way cata lytic converter and the entire emis sion control system operate proper ly your vehicle must rec...

Page 148: ...inder wall when a pis ton moves downwards in the cylinder High negative pressure generated when the vehicle is decelerating sucks some of this oil into the combustion chamber This oil as well as some...

Page 149: ...ed with twin ground electrode spark plugs NOTICE Use only twin ground electrode spark plugs for your engine performance Brake system TANDEM MASTER CYLINDER BRAKE SYSTEM The tandem master cylinder brak...

Page 150: ...distance longer The brake pedal pulsation caused by the anti lock brake system may indicate haz ardous road surface conditions Although the anti lock brake system assists in pro viding vehicle control...

Page 151: ...driving Vehicles with rear differential lock system The light comes on while driving with the rear differential unlocked The light does not comes on with the rear differential locked The system comes...

Page 152: ...al ance For better fuel economy do not carry unneeded weight CAUTION To prevent luggage or packages from sliding forward during braking do not stack anything behind the front seats higher than the sea...

Page 153: ...one on the rear step bumper The vehicle identification number VIN is the legal identifier for your vehicle This number is on the left top of the instrument panel and can be seen through the windshield...

Page 154: ...s 5VZ FE engine The engine number is stamped on the engine block as shown Suspension and chassis CAUTION Do not modify the suspension chassis with lift kits spacers springs etc It can cause dangerous...

Page 155: ...2 All season tires All season tires are designed to provide better traction in snow and to be adequate for driving in most winter conditions as well as for use all year round All season tires however...

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Page 157: ...he parking brake firmly 2 Turn off unnecessary lights and acces sories 3 Manual transmission Press the clutch pedal to the floor and shift the trans mission into neutral Hold the clutch pedal to the f...

Page 158: ...e a cold engine If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently have the engine checked immediately Always slow down in gusty crosswinds This will allow you much better control Drive slo...

Page 159: ...ting up shifting downshifting or braking on a slippery surface Sudden accelera tion or engine braking could cause the vehicle to spin or skid To drive down a long or steep hill reduce your speed and d...

Page 160: ...ces Do not grip the steering wheel spokes when driving off road A bad bump could jerk the wheel and injure your hands Keep both hands and especially your thumbs on the outside of the rim Always check...

Page 161: ...ion for better coolant performance Check the condition of the battery and cables Cold temperatures reduce the capacity of any battery so it must be in top shape to provide enough power for winter star...

Page 162: ...g durability and driving economy fuel consumption etc Your safety and satisfaction depend on the proper use of correct equipment and cautious driving habits For your safe ty and the safety of others y...

Page 163: ...i mum weight rating of the particular hitch assembly and never exceed the maximum weight rating speci fied for the trailer hitch Exceeding the maximum weight rating set by the trailer hitch manufactur...

Page 164: ...g pin must be forward of the axis of the vehicle s rear wheels and installed according to the manufactur er s instructions The hitch ball and king pin should have a light coat of grease Toyota recomme...

Page 165: ...r vehicle s electrical system and cause a malfunction of your lights BREAK IN SCHEDULE Toyota recommends that you do not tow a trailer with a new vehicle or a vehicle with any new power train com pone...

Page 166: ...ng a trailer For each 16 km h 10 mph of speed allow at least one vehicle and trailer length between you and the ve hicle ahead Avoid sudden braking as you may skid resulting in jackknifing and loss of...

Page 167: ...and trailer wheels when parking Apply the parking brake firmly Put the transmission in P automatic or in first or reverse manual Avoid parking on a slope with a trailer but if it cannot be avoided do...

Page 168: ...ine is running smoothly begin driving but gently Remember howev er that on cold winter days this may take a little longer Accelerate slowly and smoothly Avoid jackrabbit starts Get into high gear as q...

Page 169: ...oil and grease brakes not adjusted etc all lower engine performance and contrib ute to poor fuel economy For longer life of all parts and lower operating costs keep all maintenance work on schedule a...

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Page 171: ...t dim or goes out when the starter is cranked the battery is discharged You may try jump start ing See c Jump starting for further instructions If the light is O K but the engine still will not start...

Page 172: ...u seek the help of a competent me chanic or towing service CAUTION Batteries contain sulfuric acid which is poisonous and corrosive Wear protective safety glasses when jump starting and avoid spilling...

Page 173: ...sitive red jumper cable to the positive terminal on the discharged battery b Connect the clamp at the other end of the positive red jumper cable to the positive terminal on the booster battery Jumper...

Page 174: ...the exact reverse order the negative cable and then the positive cable 7 Carefully dispose of the battery cover cloths they may now contain sulfuric acid 8 If removed replace all the battery vent plu...

Page 175: ...iator 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 movi...

Page 176: ...vehicle is supported by the jack Stop the vehicle on a level firm ground firmly set the parking brake and put the transmission in P automatic or reverse manual Block the wheel diagonally opposite to t...

Page 177: ...ection 2 until the jack is firmly secured to prevent it flying forward during a collision or sudden braking To remove the spare tire 1 Insert the end of the jack handle into the lowering screw and tur...

Page 178: ...ion or sudden braking To remove the spare tire 1 Insert the end of the jack handle exten sion into the lowering screw and turn it counterclockwise with the handle making sure the handle remains firmly...

Page 179: ...a wheel block from the front for the front wheels or from the rear for the rear wheels Removing wheel ornament Type A Type B Type C 3 Remove the wheel ornament Pry off the wheel ornament using the be...

Page 180: ...the wrench does not slip off the nut Do not remove the nuts yet just unscrew them about one half turn Positioning the jack Two wheel drive models except Pre Runner Four wheel drive models and Pre Runn...

Page 181: ...the vehicle in sert the jack handle extension into the jack it is a loose fit and turn it clockwise with the handle making sure the handle remains firmly fitted onto the jack handle extension As the...

Page 182: ...d eventually cause a wheel to come off while driving Therefore after the first 1600 km 1000 miles check to see that the wheel nuts are tight Reinstalling wheel nuts 8 Reinstall all the wheel nuts fing...

Page 183: ...in the order shown Repeat the process until all the nuts are tight CAUTION When lowering the vehicle make sure all portions of your body and all oth er persons around will not be injured as the vehicl...

Page 184: ...e 12 Restow all the tools jack and flat tire securely As soon after changing wheels as pos sible tighten the wheel nuts to the torque specified in Part 8 with a torque wrench and have a technician rep...

Page 185: ...ty 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 Two wheel drive model...

Page 186: ...rious damage to the transmission From rear We recommend using a tow ing dolly under the front wheels If you do not use a towing dolly place the ignition key in the ACC position put the trans mission i...

Page 187: ...ood condition CAUTION Use extreme caution when towing the vehicle Avoid sudden starts or errat ic driving maneuvers which would place excessive stress on the emer gency towing eyelet and towing cable...

Page 188: ...CAUTION Use extreme caution when towing the vehicle Avoid sudden starts or errat ic driving maneuvers which would place excessive stress on the emer gency towing hook and towing cable or chain The hoo...

Page 189: ...he hook and the towing cable or chain may break causing serious injury or damage If the towing vehicle can hardly move do not forcibly continue the towing Contact your Toyota dealer or a commercial to...

Page 190: ...ile push ing the button 4 Shift into N position 5 Insert the cover 6 Start the engine For your safety keep the brake pedal depressed Be sure to have the system checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as...

Page 191: ...your Toyota dealer as soon as possible If you lose your keys Many Toyota dealers can make a new key if you can give them the key num ber See the suggestion given in Keys in Chapter 1 2 If your keys ar...

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Page 193: ...ence of salt in the air near the sea coast or in areas of industrial pollution High humidity accelerates corrosion es pecially when temperatures range just above the freezing point Wetness or dampnes...

Page 194: ...s If you drive on salted or gravel roads mud shields help protect your vehicle Full size shields which come as near to the ground as possible are the best We recommend that the fittings and the area w...

Page 195: ...begin waxing even if you are using a combined cleaner and wax 2 Use a good quality polish and wax If the finish has become extremely weath ered use a car cleaning polish fol lowed by a separate wax Ca...

Page 196: ...be cleaned with any household window cleaner NOTICE When cleaning the inside of the win dows be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires on the rear window Air conditioning control panel car...

Page 197: ...e grained surface of the leather Mildew may develop on soiled leath er upholstery Be especially careful to avoid oil spots Try to keep your upholstery always clean Long exposure to direct sunlight may...

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Page 199: ...anty information General maintenance General maintenance items are those day to day care practices that are important to your vehicle for proper operation It is the owner s responsibility to ensure th...

Page 200: ...rmed on your Toyota What about do it yourself maintenance Many of the maintenance items are easy to do yourself if you have a little mechani cal ability and a few basic automotive tools Simple instruc...

Page 201: ...t aim Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers Check that all service reminder indicators and warning buzzers function properly Steering wheel Be alert for changes in steering condition such as...

Page 202: ...level spot See Chapter 7 2 for addi tional information Power steering fluid level Check the level on the dipstick The level should be in the HOT or COLD range depending on the fluid temperature See C...

Page 203: ...ese clues take your vehicle to your Toyota dealer as soon as possible It probably needs adjustment or repair CAUTION Do not continue driving with the ve hicle unchecked It could result in se rious veh...

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Page 205: ...99 Tacoma U 205 Part 7 DO IT YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Chapter 7 1 Introduction Engine compartment overview Fuse locations Do it yourself service precautions Parts and tools...

Page 206: ...filler cap 2 Brake fluid reservoir 3 Fuse block 4 Battery 5 Engine coolant reservoir 6 Power steering fluid reservoir 7 Engine oil level dipstick 8 Windshield washer fluid tank Engine compartment over...

Page 207: ...U 207 1 Engine oil filler cap 2 Brake fluid reservoir 3 Fuse block 4 Battery 5 Engine coolant reservoir 6 Engine oil level dipstick 7 Power steering fluid reservoir 8 Windshield washer fluid tank 5VZ...

Page 208: ...ota Warranty statement for details and suggestions 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...

Page 209: ...n or skin cancer so care should be taken to avoid prolonged and repeated contact with it To re move used engine oil from your skin wash thoroughly with soap and water Do not leave used oil within the...

Page 210: ...per for your climate Tools Rag or paper towel Funnel only for adding oil Checking the engine coolant level Parts if level is low Toyota Long Life Coolant or equiva lent See Chapter 7 2 for details abo...

Page 211: ...with same amperage rating as original Adding washer fluid Parts Water Washer fluid containing antifreeze for winter use Tools Funnel Replacing light bulbs Parts Bulb with same number and wattage rati...

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Page 213: ...ne 2 Pull out the dipstick and wipe it clean with a rag 3 Reinsert the dipstick push it in as far as it will go or the reading will not be correct 4 Pull the dipstick out and look at the oil level on...

Page 214: ...mmended API service symbol ILSAC certification mark Oil identification marks Either or both API registered marks are added to some oil containers to help you select the oil you should use The API Serv...

Page 215: ...the radiator cap when the en gine is hot Coolant type selection Use of improper coolants may damage your engine cooling system Your coolant must contain ethylene glycol type coolant for a proper corr...

Page 216: ...No 116 DOT 3 brake fluid to the brake reservoir Remove and replace the reservoir cover by hand Fill the brake fluid to the dotted line This brings the fluid to the correct level when you put the cover...

Page 217: ...in the range e After replacing the filler cap visually check the steering box case vane pump and hose connections for leaks or dam age CAUTION The reservoir tank may be hot so be careful not to burn y...

Page 218: ...ilt in tread wear indicators to help you know when the tires need replacement When the tread depth wears to 1 6 mm 0 06 in or less the indicators will appear If you can see the indicators in two or mo...

Page 219: ...use and should therefore be balanced occasionally When replacing a tubeless tire the air valve should also be replaced with a new one Rotating tires With a spare tire of the same wheel type as the ins...

Page 220: ...direction when replacing CAUTION Do not drive with the snow tires incorrectly inflated Never drive over 120 km h 75 mph with any type of snow tires TIRE CHAIN SELECTION Use the tire chains of correct...

Page 221: ...e body and chassis Replacement with used wheels is not rec ommended as they may have been sub jected to rough treatment or high mileage and could fail without warning Also bent wheels which have been...

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Page 223: ...ldren away from the bat tery EMERGENCY MEASURES If electrolyte gets in your eyes flush your eyes with clean water immediately and get immediate medical attention If possible con tinue to apply water w...

Page 224: ...ning may damage the battery case NOTICE Be sure the engine and all accesso ries are off before performing main tenance When checking the battery remove the ground cable from the negative terminal mark...

Page 225: ...g at a quicker rate is dan gerous The battery may explode causing personal injuries NOTICE Never recharge the battery while the engine is running Also be sure all accessories are turned off Checking a...

Page 226: ...ng Be sure to get the correct fuse as soon as possible and return the substitute to its original clip It is a good idea to purchase a set of spare fuses and keep them in your ve hicle for emergencies...

Page 227: ...bare hands NOTICE Only use a bulb of the listed type Light bulbs Bulb No W Type Headlights HB2 60 55 A Parking lights 168 5 C Front turn signal lights 1156 27 B Rear turn signal lights 1156 27 B Stop...

Page 228: ...he cutouts of the mounting hole 3 Install the rubber cover with the TOP mark upward and snuggle on the boss Then insert the connector Make sure the rubber cover fits snugly on the connector and the he...

Page 229: ...99 Tacoma U 229 Use a Phillips head screwdriver Front turn signal lights two wheel drive models except Pre Runner Front turn signal lights four wheel drive models and Pre Runner...

Page 230: ...99 Tacoma U 230 Use a Phillips head screwdriver a Rear turn signal light c Back up light b Stop and tail light License plate lights type A Rear turn signal stop and tail and back up lights...

Page 231: ...99 Tacoma U 231 License plate lights type B Use a Phillips head screwdriver High mounted stoplight Use a Phillips head screwdriver...

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Page 233: ...rgo weight rating kg lb Overall width mm in Wheelbase mm in 4540 178 7 1 4690 184 6 2 5010 197 2 1 5155 203 0 2 1690 66 5 1580 62 2 4 3095 121 9 1425 56 1 1440 56 7 500 1100 6 430 950 7 295 650 8 500...

Page 234: ...in Front tread mm in Rear tread mm in Cargo weight rating kg lb Overall width mm in Wheelbase mm in 4665 183 7 5135 202 2 1690 66 5 1 1720 67 7 2 1765 69 5 3 1720 62 7 1 1750 68 9 2 3095 121 9 1460 5...

Page 235: ...VZ FE engine Intake 0 13 0 23 0 006 0 009 Exhaust 0 27 0 37 0 011 0 014 Spark plug type 2RZ FE and 3RZ FE engines DENSO K16R U NGK BKR5EYA 5VZ FE engine DENSO K16TR11 NGK BKR5EKB11 Spark plug gap mm i...

Page 236: ...s except Pre Runner With manual transmission 2RZ FE engine 8 0 8 5 7 0 5VZ FE engine 9 7 10 3 8 5 With automatic transmission 2RZ FE engine 7 8 8 2 6 9 5VZ FE engine 9 5 10 0 8 4 Four wheel drive mode...

Page 237: ...rive models Up to 2 0 2 1 1 8 Fluid type Automatic transmission fluid D II or DEXRON III DEXRON II TRANSFER Oil capacity L qt Imp qt 1 0 1 1 0 9 Oil type Gear Oil API GL 4 or GL 5 Recommended oil visc...

Page 238: ...m base chassis grease NLGI No 2 Slide yoke and double cardan joint Molybdenum disulfide lithium base chassis grease NLGI No 2 BRAKES Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with the pressure of 490 N 5...

Page 239: ...0 A Left hand head light high beam 5 HEAD LO RH 10 A Right hand headlight low beam Wheel nut torque N m kgf m ft lbf 110 11 5 83 Tire size Tire pressure kPa kgf cm2 or bar psi Wheel size Front Rear P1...

Page 240: ...osis system 14 HORN 15 A Emergency flashers horns 15 EFI 15 A Multiport fuel injection sys tem sequential multiport fuel injection system 16 HEAD RH 10 A Right hand headlight 17 HEAD LH 10 A Left hand...

Page 241: ...27 ECU B 15 A SRS airbag warning light daytime running light system cruise control system SRS airbag sys tem seat belt pretensioners Fuses type B 28 POWER 30 A Power windows 29 AM1 40 A Starting syst...

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Page 243: ...A Inc Toll free 1 800 331 4331 If NHTSA receives similar com plaints it may open an investiga tion and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of ve hicles it may order a recall and remedy...

Page 244: ...AA A B and C and they represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as mea sured under controlled conditions on spe cified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may h...

Page 245: ...d this information Center of gravity location Rear end of truck bed for cargo center of gravity for cargo weight rating Recommended location B A Two wheel drive models except Pre Runner mm in A B Norm...

Page 246: ...rear seats 272 kg 600 lb With 3 occupants in the front seats and 2 occupants in the rear seats 136 kg 300 lb Vehicles without off road package With 2 or 3 occupants in the front seats and no occupants...

Page 247: ...e door latch post on the left side of the vehicle See Your Toyota s identification in Part 2 for the Certification Label loca tion If weight raitings are exceeded move or remove items to bring all wei...

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