Toyota Tacoma 2004, Operating Manual

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’04 Tacoma U (L/O 0309)
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2004 TACOMA from Sep. ’03 Prod. (OM35814U)
The brake pad wear limit indicators on
your disc brakes give a warning noise
when the brake pads are worn to where
replacement is required.
If you hear a squealing or scraping noise
while driving, have the brake pads
checked and replaced by your Toyota
dealer as soon as possible. Expensive ro-
tor damage can result if the pads are not
replaced when necessary.
The rear step bumper is for rear end
protection and easier step- up loading.
CAUTION
Do not allow more than one person
to get on the rear step bumper at
a time. It is designed for only one
person.
Never drive the vehicle with anyone
on the rear step bumper.
Do not stand on the rear step
bumper while the vehicle is moving.
The side step is for easier step- up
loading.
CAUTION
For models equipped with step side
bed:
Do not allow more than one person
to get on the side step. Do not
exceed the maximum weight limit of
136 kg (300 lb.) on the side step.
Never drive the vehicle with anyone
on the side steps.
Do not stand on the side steps
while the vehicle is moving.
Brake pad wear limit
indicators
Rear step bumper Step side bed