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’04 Tacoma U (L/O 0309)

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2004 TACOMA from Sep. ’03 Prod. (OM35814U)

STARTING AND DRIVING

Starting and driving

Before starting the engine

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How to start the engine

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Tips for driving in various conditions

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Off- road driving precautions

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Winter driving tips

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Dinghy towing

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Trailer towing

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How to save fuel and make your vehicle last longer

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SECTION

Summary of Contents for Tacoma 2004

Page 1: ...004 TACOMA from Sep 03 Prod OM35814U OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Overview of instruments and controls Instrument panel overview 2 Instrument cluster overview 4 Indicator symbols on the instr...

Page 2: ...ntrol levers 6 Glove box 7 Power door lock switches 8 Power window switches 9 Manual transmission gear shift lever or automatic transmission selector lever 10 Rear console boxes 11 Cup holder 12 Power...

Page 3: ...al 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...

Page 4: ...p 03 Prod OM35814U 1 Engine 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...

Page 5: ...4 Tacoma U L O 0309 5 2004 TACOMA from Sep 03 Prod OM35814U 1 Engine coolant temperature gauge 2 Service reminder indicators and indicator lights 3 Speedometer 4 Odometer 5 Fuel gauge Without tachomet...

Page 6: ...lamp 1 Anti lock brake system warning light 1 SRS warning light 1 or Automatic transmission fluid temperature warning light 1 Unengaged Park warning light 1 Low windshield washer fluid level warning...

Page 7: ...s light flashes see Cruise control in Section 1 7 Cruise control indicator light 2 Rear differential lock indicator light Four wheel drive indicator light Overdrive off indicator light Driving pattern...

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Page 9: ...A from Sep 03 Prod OM35814U OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Keys and Doors Keys 10 Side doors 10 Remote keyless entry system 12 Power windows 16 Quarter windows 18 Rear window 19 Tailgate 19 Hoo...

Page 10: ...ur keys or if you need additional keys duplicates can be made by a Toyota dealer using the key number We recommend writing down the key num ber and storing it in a safe place LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WIT...

Page 11: ...cked if you leave the key in the ignition switch Be careful not to lock your keys in the vehicle Driver s side Passenger s side LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH Push the switch To loc...

Page 12: ...is feature whenever small children are in the vehicle CAUTION Before driving be sure that the doors are closed and locked especially when small children are in the ve hicle Along with the proper use o...

Page 13: ...switch is pushed two beeps will be heard and the tail lights and front side marker lights will flash twice When the UNLOCK switch is pressed the interior light and ignition switch light come on The l...

Page 14: ...the transmitter To replace the battery see REPLACING TRANSMITTER BATTERY If you lose your transmitter contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to avoid the possibility of theft or an acci dent S...

Page 15: ...9 15 2004 TACOMA from Sep 03 Prod OM35814U 1 Using a coin or equivalent open the transmitter case 2 Remove the rubber gasket and set it aside 3 Remove the discharged transmitter bat tery NOTICE Do not...

Page 16: ...on and that dust or oils do not adhere to the transmitter case Close the transmitter case securely After replacing the battery check that the transmitter operates properly If the trans mitter still do...

Page 17: ...ull the switch up and then release it Window lock switch OPERATING THE PASSENGERS WINDOWS Use the switch on each passenger s door or the switches on the driver s door that control each passenger s win...

Page 18: ...ndows safely When small children are in the ve hicle never let them use the power window switches without supervi sion Use the window lock switch to prevent them from making unex pected use of the swi...

Page 19: ...ontal See Stowage precautions in Section 2 for precautions when loading luggage After closing the tailgate try pulling it to ward you to make sure it is securely locked NOTICE Avoid driving with the t...

Page 20: ...hicle pull up the auxiliary catch lever and lift the hood 3 Hold the hood open by inserting the support rod into the slot Before closing the hood check to see that you have not forgotten any tools rag...

Page 21: ...04 Tacoma U L O 0309 21 2004 TACOMA from Sep 03 Prod OM35814U With tachometer Without tachometer This indicates that the fuel filler door is on the left side of your vehicle Type A Type B Fuel tank ca...

Page 22: ...er insulat ing material A static electricity charge could cause a spark and fire hazard The proper procedure is to place an approved fuel container on the ground away from the truck for filling Type A...

Page 23: ...OMA from Sep 03 Prod OM35814U CAUTION Make sure the cap is tightened se curely to prevent fuel spillage in the event of an accident Use only a genuine Toyota fuel tank cap for replacement It is design...

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Page 25: ...MENTS AND CONTROLS Occupant restraint systems Seats 26 Front seats 26 Swing up jump seats 30 Folding rear seatback 31 Head restraints 32 Armrest 33 Seat belts 33 SRS driver airbag and front passenger...

Page 26: ...the risk zone for driver airbag is the first 50 75 mm 2 3 in of inflation placing yourself 250 mm 10 in from your driver airbag provides you with a clear margin of safety This distance is measured fro...

Page 27: ...e vehicle Be careful that the seat does not hit a passenger or luggage After adjusting the seat position re lease the lever and try sliding the seat forward and backward to make sure it is locked in p...

Page 28: ...angle and release the lever CAUTION To reduce the risk of sliding under the lap belt during a collision avoid reclining the seatback any more than needed The seat belts provide maxi mum protection in...

Page 29: ...r seat do this 1 Lift the seatback angle adjusting lever or press the pedal behind the seat back The seat will slide forward 2 Move the seat to the front most posi tion After passengers are in lift up...

Page 30: ...the seatback Failure to do so will prevent the seat belt from operating properly Make sure the seat belts are not twisted or caught in the seatback and are arranged in their proper position and are re...

Page 31: ...d and rear ward on the top of the seatback Failure to do so will prevent the seat belt from operating properly Make sure the seat belts are not twisted or caught in the seatback and are arranged in th...

Page 32: ...lock release button On some models you can also move the head restraint forward or backward If such adjustment is desired pull or push the head restraint The head restraint is most effective when it...

Page 33: ...ystem the child should sit in the rear seat and must be restrained using the vehicle s seat belt According to accident statistics the child is safer when properly restrained in the rear seat than in t...

Page 34: ...river and the front passenger are sitting up straight and well back in the seats If you are reclined the lap belt may slide past your hips and apply restraint forces directly to the abdomen In the eve...

Page 35: ...restraint in this Section To free the belt again fully retract the belt and then pull the belt out once more If the seat belt cannot be pulled out of the retractor firmly pull the belt and release it...

Page 36: ...rm Seat belts with an adjustable shoulder anchor Adjust the shoulder anchor position to your size To raise Slide the anchor up To lower Push in the lock release button and slide the anchor down After...

Page 37: ...hear a click when the tab locks into the buckle If the belt is not long enough for you hold the tab at a right angle to the belt and pull on the tab CAUTION After inserting the tab make sure the tab...

Page 38: ...then ad just it to a snug fit CAUTION Both high positioned and loose fit ting lap belts could cause serious in juries due to sliding under the lap belt during a collision or other unin tended event K...

Page 39: ...rent seating position than the one origi nally intended Be sure to wear the seat belt with out the seat belt extender if you can fasten the seat belt without the extender Do not use the seat belt exte...

Page 40: ...designed to be activated in response to a severe fron tal impact When the sensor detects a severe frontal impact the front seat belts are quickly drawn back by the retractors so that the belts snugly...

Page 41: ...nges without consulting your Toyota dealer Such changes can interfere with proper operation of the seat belt pretensioners in some cases Installation of electronic devices such as a mobile two way rad...

Page 42: ...s contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible The front of the vehicle shaded in the illustration was involved in an accident that was not severe enough to cause the seat belt pretensioners to oper...

Page 43: ...the available seat belts properly During sudden braking just before a collision an unrestrained driver or front passenger can move for ward into direct contact with or close proximity to the airbag w...

Page 44: ...when the front passenger airbag system has been disabled See Passenger airbag manual on off switch in this Section for detail CAUTION Make sure that the indicator light is off Do not turn off the pass...

Page 45: ...ide in the front seat because Vehicle has no rear seat Vehicle has a rear seat too small to accommodate a rear facing infant seat or The infant has a medical condition which according to the infant s...

Page 46: ...a curb edge of pavement or hard surface Landing hard or vehicle falling Falling into or jumping over a deep hole The SRS airbags may also deploy if a serious impact occurs to the underside of your ve...

Page 47: ...less severe injuries to the face chest arms and hands These are usually in the nature of minor burns or abrasions and swelling but the force of a deploying airbag can cause more seri ous injuries espe...

Page 48: ...nce the front passenger airbag could inflate with considerable speed and force Anyone who is up against or very close to an airbag when it inflates can be killed or seriously injured Sit up straight a...

Page 49: ...rce of the deploying airbags Likewise the driver and front passenger should not hold objects in their arms or on their knees Do not modify or remove any wir ing Do not modify remove strike or open any...

Page 50: ...steering column steering wheel or dashboard near the front passenger airbag This indicator comes on when the igni tion key is turned to the ON position It goes off after about 6 seconds This means th...

Page 51: ...e contacting your Toyota dealer The SRS Supplemental Restraint Sys tem airbags are designed to provide further protection for the driver and front passenger in addition to the pri mary safety protecti...

Page 52: ...n deploy during the colli sion To ensure maximum protection in an accident the driver and all passengers in the vehicle must wear their seat belts properly Wear ing a seat belt properly during an acci...

Page 53: ...nt of the vehicle underrides or goes under the bed of a truck etc It is possible that in some collisions where the forward deceleration of the ve hicle is very close to the designed thresh old level t...

Page 54: ...inor irritation to the eyes skin or breathing Be sure to wash off any residue as soon as possible to prevent any potential skin irritation with soap and water If you can safely exit from the vehicle y...

Page 55: ...eating position see Front seat precautions in this Section Do not sit on the edge of the seat or lean against the dashboard when the vehicle is in use since the front passenger airbag could inflate wi...

Page 56: ...rce of the deploying airbags Likewise the driver and front passenger should not hold objects in their arms or on their knees Do not modify or remove any wir ing Do not modify remove strike or open any...

Page 57: ...e steering column steering wheel or dashboard near the front passenger airbag This indicator comes on when the igni tion key is turned to the ON position It goes off after about 6 seconds This means t...

Page 58: ...disconnect the battery cables before contacting your Toyota dealer Indicator light This on off switch is designed to dis able the front passenger airbag in order to allow usage if necessary of a mem b...

Page 59: ...in the seat and must be restrained using the vehicle s seat belt See Seat belts in this Section for details CAUTION For effective protection in automo bile accidents and sudden stops a child must be...

Page 60: ...rd ing to accident statistics the child is safer when properly restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat Never install a rear facing child re straint system on the front passen ger seat In th...

Page 61: ...g to accident statistics the child is safer when properly restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat When not using the child restraint system keep it secured with the seat belt or place it so...

Page 62: ...center position adjust both seat cushions to the same position and align both seatbacks at the same angle Otherwise the child restraint system cannot be securely re strained and this may cause death o...

Page 63: ...ld When you install a rear facing child re straint system on the front passenger seat turn the passenger airbag manual on off switch counterclockwise to the OFF position For details see SRS driver air...

Page 64: ...hat the lap belt is not twisted Do not insert coins clips etc in the buckle as this may prevent your child from properly latching the tab and buckle If the seat belt does not function normally it cann...

Page 65: ...ovided by its manufac turer 3 To remove the infant seat press the buckle release button B CONVERTIBLE SEAT INSTALLATION A convertible seat must be used in for ward facing or rear facing position de pe...

Page 66: ...for safe installation install the child re straint system at another position CAUTION Rear facing child restraint system Never install a rear facing child re straint system on the front passenger seat...

Page 67: ...ause death or serious injury to the child in for ward seating position 1 Run the center lap belt through or around the convertible seat following the instructions provided by its manufacturer and inse...

Page 68: ...n and seatback tighten the 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 Foll...

Page 69: ...able see Rear cup holder xtra cab models in Section 1 10 A INFANT SEAT INSTALLATION An infant seat must be used in rear facing position only CAUTION Never install a rear facing child re straint system...

Page 70: ...CAUTION If you must install a rear facing child restraint system on the right front seat make sure the front passenger airbag manual on off switch is in the OFF position and that the indicator light...

Page 71: ...s of the belt are not twisted Do not insert coins clips etc in the buckle as this may prevent your child from properly latching the tab and buckle If the seat belt does not function normally it cannot...

Page 72: ...hold the infant seat secure 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...

Page 73: ...system Never install a rear facing child re straint 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...

Page 74: ...the pas senger airbag manual on off switch in the ON position because the force of the deploying airbag could cause death or serious injury to the child in forward seating position For details see SR...

Page 75: ...of the belt are not twisted Do not insert coins clips etc in the buckle as this may prevent your child from properly latching the tab and buckle If the seat belt does not function normally it cannot...

Page 76: ...old the convert ible seat 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 tu...

Page 77: ...g airbag could cause death or serious injury to the child in forward seating position For details see SRS driver airbag and front passenger airbag in this Sec tion 1 Sit the child on a booster seat Ru...

Page 78: ...t Keep the lap belt positioned as low on a child s 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 locked...

Page 79: ...ant s may be killed or seriously injured in case of sud den braking or a collision If the driver s seat position does not allow sufficient space for safe installation install the child re straint syst...

Page 80: ...tion normally it cannot protect your child from death or serious injury Contact your Toyota dealer immedi ately Do not install the child restraint system on the seat until the seat belt is fixed 2 Whi...

Page 81: ...instructions about the applicable age and size of the child as well as directions for installing the child restraint system CAUTION Do not install a child restraint sys tem on the rear seat if it int...

Page 82: ...the lap belt is not twisted Do not insert coins clips etc in the buckle as this may prevent your child from properly latching the tab and buckle If the seat belt does not function normally it cannot...

Page 83: ...o be sure it is secure Follow all the installation instructions provided by its manufac turer 3 To remove the convertible seat press the buckle release button A INFANT SEAT INSTALLATION An infant seat...

Page 84: ...ild restraint sys tem on the rear seat if it interferes with the lock mechanism of the front seats Otherwise the child or front seat occupant s may be killed or seriously injured in case of sud den br...

Page 85: ...not protect your child from death or serious injury Contact your Toyota dealer immedi ately Do not install the child restraint system on the seat until the seat belt is fixed 2 Fully extend the should...

Page 86: ...uckle release button and allow the belt to retract completely The belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or older child passen ger B CONVERTIBLE SEAT INSTALLATION A convertible...

Page 87: ...allowed to be installed on the front passenger seat only when it is unavoidable Always move the seat as far back as possible because the front pas senger airbag could inflate with considerable speed a...

Page 88: ...of the belt are not twisted Do not insert coins clips etc in the buckle as this may prevent your child from properly latching the tab and buckle If the seat belt does not function normally it cannot...

Page 89: ...old the convert ible seat 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 tu...

Page 90: ...use the front passenger airbag could inflate with considerable speed and force Otherwise the child may be killed or seriously injured 1 Sit the child on a booster seat Run the lap and shoulder belt th...

Page 91: ...t Keep the lap belt positioned as low on a child s 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 locked...

Page 92: ...Regular cab with separate seats Double cab with rear seats Follow the procedure below for a child restraint system that requires the use of a top strap Anchor brackets Regular cab with bench seat Anch...

Page 93: ...cab models Anchor brackets are installed for each rear seating position TO USE THE ANCHOR BRACKET Regular cab with bench seat 1 Pull the seatback release lever and swing the seatback forward slightly...

Page 94: ...e top strap is securely latched and check that the child restraint system is secure by push ing and pulling it in different direc tions Follow all the installation in structions provided by its manufa...

Page 95: ...Section CAUTION When returning the seatback to its original position make sure the seatback is securely locked by pushing forward and rearward on the top of the seatback Make sure the top strap is sec...

Page 96: ...y For instructions on installing the child re straint system see Child restraint in this Section CAUTION When returning the seatback to its original position make sure the seatback is securely locked...

Page 97: ...device Upper anchor bracket Lower anchor bracket Symbol mark Use the routing device and the anchor bracket to attach the top strap Upper anchor bracket is installed for right front passenger s seatin...

Page 98: ...pull it forward to remove 2 Fix the child restraint system with the seat belt Latch the hook onto the anchor bracket on the back panel and tight en the top strap For instructions on installing the chi...

Page 99: ...x the child restraint system with the seat belt Latch the hook onto the rear lower an chor bracket and tighten the top strap For instructions on installing the child re straint system see Child restra...

Page 100: ...child restraint system with the seat belt Route the top strap through the routing device as shown in the il lustration For instructions on installing the child re straint system see Child restraint i...

Page 101: ...ats Split bench seats Non split bench seat Lower anchorages for the child restraint systems complying with the FMVSS225 or CMVSS210 2 specifications are installed in the right passenger s seat ing pos...

Page 102: ...ck a little and confirm the position of the low er anchorages near the tag on the seatback 2 Latch the hooks of lower straps onto the anchorages and tighten the lower straps Type B 1 Widen the clearan...

Page 103: ...ith passenger airbag manual on off switch Child restraint system should never be installed on the front passenger seat with the passenger airbag manual on off switch in the ON position because the for...

Page 104: ...your child restraint system has a top strap it should be anchored For the installation of the top strap see Using a top strap in this Section For the installation details refer to the instruction manu...

Page 105: ...5 2004 TACOMA from Sep 03 Prod OM35814U OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Steering wheel and Mirrors Tilt steering wheel 106 Outside rear view mirrors 106 Anti glare inside rear view mirror 108 Su...

Page 106: ...Doing so may cause the driver to mishan dle the vehicle and an accident may occur resulting in death or serious injuries After adjusting the steering wheel try moving it up and down to make sure it is...

Page 107: ...mishandle the ve hicle and an accident may occur re sulting in death or serious injuries To adjust the rear view mirror simply operate the control lever NOTICE If ice should jam the mirror do not oper...

Page 108: ...areas To fold the rear view mirror push back ward CAUTION Do not drive with the mirrors folded backward Both the driver and pas senger side rear view mirrors must be extended and properly adjusted bef...

Page 109: ...To block out glare from the front Swing down the sun visor position 1 To block out glare from the side Swing down the sun visor remove it from the hook and swing it to the lateral side posi tion 2 If...

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Page 111: ...03 Prod OM35814U OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Lights and Wipers Headlights and turn signals 112 Emergency flashers 113 Instrument panel light control 114 Interior lights 114 Personal lights 1...

Page 112: ...gine is not running Daytime running light system all mod els in Canada and some models in the U S A The headlights turn on at reduced intensi ty when the parking brake is released with the engine star...

Page 113: ...n lights on the instrument panel flash faster than normal a front or rear turn signal bulb is burned out To turn on the emergency flashers push the switch All the turn signal lights will flash To turn...

Page 114: ...n when any door is opened The light goes off when all the doors are closed Vehicles without the power door lock sys tem To prevent the battery from being dis charged the light will automatically turn...

Page 115: ...come on and remain on for 15 seconds before fading out The personal lights operate separately with each outer switch To turn on the light push the switch on your side To turn the light off push the s...

Page 116: ...d shield is dry It may scratch the glass To turn on the windshield wipers move the lever to the desired setting The key must be in the ON position Lever position Speed setting Position 1 Slow Position...

Page 117: ...M35814U OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Gauges Meters and Service reminder indicators Fuel gauge 118 Engine coolant temperature gauge 118 Tachometer 119 Odometer and two trip meters 120 Service...

Page 118: ...is turned off If the fuel level approaches E or the low fuel level warning light comes on fill the fuel tank as soon as possible On inclines or curves due to the move ment of fuel in the tank the fuel...

Page 119: ...a trailer NOTICE Do not remove the thermostat in the engine cooling system as this may cause the engine to overheat The thermostat is designed to con trol the flow of coolant to keep the temperature o...

Page 120: ...on each trip All trip meter data is cancelled if the elec trical power source is disconnected 3 Trip meter reset knob Resets the two trip meters to zero and also change the meter display To change the...

Page 121: ...f stop immediately and contact Toyota dealer b indicator and buzzer Fasten seat belt c Stop and check d Stop and check e Take vehicle to Toyota dealer f Fill up tank g or Take vehicle to Toyota dealer...

Page 122: ...3 Prod OM35814U If the indicator or buzzer comes on Do this h Take vehicle to Toyota dealer i Take vehicle to Toyota dealer immediately j Shift front drive control lever out of N k Stop and check l Ad...

Page 123: ...rake pedal firmly and bring the vehicle to an immediate stop Brake System Warning Light and Buzzer with vehicle stability control system This light comes on in the following cases when the ignition ke...

Page 124: ...tops sounding after a few seconds You may hear a small sound in the engine compartment after the engine is started or the brake pedal is depressed repeatedly This is a pump pulsating sound of the brak...

Page 125: ...l tank is not empty or the fuel tank cap is not loose There is a problem somewhere in the engine emission control system auto matic transmission electrical system or warning light system itself Contac...

Page 126: ...comes on while you are driv ing A warning light turning on briefly during operation does not indicate a problem With rear differential lock However it is a normal operation for the light to be on wit...

Page 127: ...nction that the warning light may stay on for 60 seconds after the ignition key is turned to the ON position Depressing the brake pedal repeatedly may turn on the lights It is normal if they go out af...

Page 128: ...t goes off If the light goes off you may start the vehicle again If the light does not go off call a Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop for assistance l Low Windshield Washer Fluid Level Warning L...

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Page 131: ...d Parking brake Ignition switch with steering lock 132 Automatic transmission 133 Manual transmission 138 Four wheel drive system 140 Traction control system 144 AUTO LSD system 146 Vehicle stability...

Page 132: ...smission You must push in the key to turn the key from ACC to the LOCK position Vehicles with automatic transmission You must shift the selector lever into the P position before turning the key from A...

Page 133: ...n and the lock re lease button depressed a Selector lever P Parking engine starting and key removal R Reverse N Neutral D Normal driving with overdrive on 2 Stronger engine braking L Maximum engine br...

Page 134: ...ever is in L4 low speed position four wheel drive the driving pattern selector setting has no effect on gear shift timing See Four wheel drive system in this Section for information of the front drive...

Page 135: ...eel drive models and Pre Run ner Front drive control lever in H2 and H4 3RZ FE engine 51 km h 32 mph 5VZ FE engine 55 km h 34 mph Front drive control lever in L4 3RZ FE engine 9 km h 6 mph 5VZ FE engi...

Page 136: ...h 40 mph Xtra cab and double cab 2 113 km h 70 mph L 62 km h 38 mph 5VZ FE engine 2 119 km h 73 mph L 65 km h 40 mph Do not continue hill climbing for a long time in the 2 or L posi tion This may caus...

Page 137: ...t attempt to hold the vehicle using the accelerator ped al as this can cause the transmission to overheat i Driving in POWER mode four wheel drive models and Pre Runner In the POWER mode the transmiss...

Page 138: ...mph 1 to 2 or 2 to 1 24 15 2 to 3 or 3 to 2 40 25 3 to 4 or 4 to 3 64 40 4 to 5 or 5 to 4 72 45 High altitude Higher than 1219 m 4000 ft Upshifting gear km h mph 1 to 2 24 15 2 to 3 40 25 58 36 3 to...

Page 139: ...3 146 90 4 180 111 Four wheel drive models 3RZ FE engine gear km h mph H2 and H4 L4 1 46 28 17 10 2 85 52 33 20 3 132 81 51 31 4 165 102 70 43 5VZ FE engine gear km h mph H2 and H4 L4 1 47 29 18 11 2...

Page 140: ...ximum 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...

Page 141: ...miles each month This will assure that the front drive com ponents are lubricated SHIFTING BETWEEN H2 AND H4 To shift from H2 to H4 reduce your speed to less than 80 km h 50 mph and move the front dr...

Page 142: ...erating or decel erating or drive in reverse SHIFTING BETWEEN H4 AND L4 To shift between H4 and L4 stop the vehicle and put the transmission in N With your foot holding down the brake pedal move the f...

Page 143: ...icator light flashes and 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 o...

Page 144: ...h snow tires or tire chains Always drive at an ap propriate and cautious speed for the present road conditions Leave the system on during the ordi nary driving so that it can operate when needed You m...

Page 145: ...rmittently to indicate that the traction control system can no longer op erate In this case immediately stop your vehicle at a safe place If the system continues to operate the buzzer sound changes fr...

Page 146: ...UTO LSD system in conditions other than the above A much greater steering effort and more careful cornering control will be re quired To activate the system push the AUTO LSD switch under the followin...

Page 147: ...ay stay on for 60 seconds after the ignition key is turned to ON Depressing the brake pedal repeatedly may turn on the light It is normal if it goes out after a few seconds The brake actuator temperat...

Page 148: ...brupt ly The vehicle stability control activates when the vehicle speed is more than 15 km h 9 mph You may hear a sound in the engine compartment for a few seconds when the engine is started or just a...

Page 149: ...n type Four wheel drive models only Shifting the driving mode into the four wheel drive mode automatically turns the vehicle stability control system off At this time the VSC OFF indicator comes on VS...

Page 150: ...control system does not work However as the brakes operate nor mally when applied it is no problem to continue your driving In the following cases contact your Toyota dealer The warning light does not...

Page 151: ...is locked It is normal operation for the ABS warning light to be on at this time CAUTION Do not lock the differential until the wheels have stopped spinning Otherwise the vehicle may move in an unexp...

Page 152: ...eping To set Pull out on the lever For better holding power first depress the brake pedal and hold it while setting the parking brake To release Press the lock release button 1 turn the lever clockwis...

Page 153: ...peed cancel the cruise control then downshift the transmission to use engine braking to slow down TURNING THE SYSTEM ON To operate the cruise control press the CRUISE ON OFF button This turns the syst...

Page 154: ...the RES ACC direc tion and hold it Release the lever when the desired speed is attained While the lever is held up the vehicle will gradually gain speed However a faster way to reset is to ac celerate...

Page 155: ...cted To crank the engine without depressing the clutch pedal push the switch with the ignition on The switch stays on as long as the igni tion is on And it will automatically turn off when the ignitio...

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Page 157: ...acoma U L O 0309 157 2004 TACOMA from Sep 03 Prod OM35814U OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Car audio system Reference 158 Using your audio system 158 Car audio system operating hints 178 SECTION...

Page 158: ...E SYSTEM ON AND OFF Push PWR VOL or PWR VOL to turn the audio system on and off Push AM FM1 2 TAPE CD or AUX to turn on that function without pushing PWR VOL or PWR VOL You can turn on each player by...

Page 159: ...remove an antenna carefully turn it counterclockwise NOTICE To prevent damage to the antenna make sure it is removed before driv ing your Toyota through an automatic car wash YOUR CASSETTE PLAYER When...

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Page 161: ...on to rewind a tape REW will appear on the display To stop the tape while it is fast forward ing push the fast forward button or TAPE to stop the tape while it is re winding push the reverse button or...

Page 162: ...ly being played Each time you push AUX the system changes to the automatic changer If the player malfunctions your audio sys tem will display one of the six following error messages If WAIT appears on...

Page 163: ...lay all the tracks in the magazine Push and hold RAND until you hear a beep RAND will appear on the dis play and the player will perform all the tracks on all the discs in the magazine in random order...

Page 164: ...irst track of all the discs in the magazine Push SCAN until you hear a beep SCAN will appear on the display and the player will perform the first track of the next disc To select a disc push the SCAN...

Page 165: ...T appears on the display If the signal becomes weak the radio reduces the amount of channel separation to prev ent the weak signal from creating noise If the signal becomes extremely weak the radio sw...

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Page 167: ...s true whether the cassette was playing or fast forwarding Reverse Fast forward buttons Cassette Player Push the fast forward button to fast for ward a cassette tape FF will appear on the display Push...

Page 168: ...malfunctions your audio sys tem will display one of the six following error messages If WAIT appears on the display it indi cates that the inside of the player unit may be too hot due to the very hig...

Page 169: ...ay all the tracks in the magazine Push and hold RAND until you hear a beep RAND will appear on the dis play and the player will perform all the tracks on all the discs in the magazine in random order...

Page 170: ...irst track of all the discs in the magazine Push SCAN until you hear a beep SCAN will appear on the display and the player will perform the first track of the next disc To select a disc push the SCAN...

Page 171: ...t the weak signal from creating noise If the signal becomes extremely weak the radio switches from stereo to mono recep tion TAPE Push TAPE to switch from radio or com pact disc operation to cassette...

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Page 173: ...tom side Auto reverse feature After the cassette player reaches the end of a tape side it automatically reverses and begins to play the other side This is true whether the cassette was playing or fast...

Page 174: ...djust the left right balance The display will show the range from BAL L7 to BAL R7 CD Compact Disc Push CD to switch from radio or cas sette operation to compact disc operation If the audio system is...

Page 175: ...tion to radio operation PWR VOL Power and Volume Push PWR VOL to turn the audio system on and off Turn PWR VOL to adjust the volume RAND Random There are two random features you can either listen to t...

Page 176: ...ext pres et station up the band stay there for 5 seconds and then move to the next pre set station To select a station push SCAN again To scan all the frequencies Quickly push and release SCAN If you...

Page 177: ...reached the player will automatically start playing the same side After the end of the tape is reached the player will automatically reverse sides and start playing the other side There must be at le...

Page 178: ...th AM signals And of course radio signals have a limited range The farther you are from a station the weaker its signal will be In addition reception conditions change constantly as your vehicle moves...

Page 179: ...ound inconsistent playing speed and constant auto reversing They can also get stuck or tangled in the cassette player Do not use a cassette if it has been damaged or tangled or if its label is peeling...

Page 180: ...products may not be playable on your compact disc player Copy protected CD CD R CD Recordable CD RW CD Re writable CD ROM Special shaped discs Low quality discs Labeled discs NOTICE To prevent damage...

Page 181: ...ayer 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 you are not listening to them Store them in their plastic...

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Page 183: ...ma U L O 0309 183 2004 TACOMA from Sep 03 Prod OM35814U OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Air conditioning system Controls 184 Air flow selector settings 187 Operating tips 187 Side vents 190 SECT...

Page 184: ...04 Tacoma U L O 0309 184 2004 TACOMA from Sep 03 Prod OM35814U 1 A C button on some models 2 Air intake selector 3 Air flow selector 4 Temperature selector 5 Fan speed selector Controls...

Page 185: ...of clearing the front view This position allows the air intake to select FRESH automatically This is to clean up the front view more quickly If you want to return the setting to RECIRCULATE mode pres...

Page 186: ...the button to select the air source 1 Recirculate Recirculates the air inside the vehicle An indicator light is on when the air intake selector is set in this mode 2 Fresh Draws outside air into the...

Page 187: ...ecause of the difference in air temperature on the inside and outside of the windshield Keep the area under the front seats clear to allow air to circulate through out the vehicle On cold days set the...

Page 188: ...select recirculated air for a few minutes To keep the windows from fogging select fresh af ter the vehicle interior has been warmed Press the A C button on for dehumidi fied heating Choose floor wind...

Page 189: ...the front view more quickly On humid days do not blow cold air on the windshield the difference be tween the outside and inside tempera tures could make the fogging worse Defrosting The outside of the...

Page 190: ...04 Tacoma U L O 0309 190 2004 TACOMA from Sep 03 Prod OM35814U If air flow control is not satisfactory check the side vents The side vents may be opened or closed as shown Side vents...

Page 191: ...TROLS Other equipment Clock 192 Cigarette lighter and ashtray 192 Power outlets 193 Glove box 194 Auxiliary box 194 Rear console boxes 195 Front cup holder 196 Rear cup holder 198 Seatback table 199 G...

Page 192: ...30 1 59 the time will change to 2 00 If the electrical power source has been disconnected from the clock the time dis play will automatically be set to 1 00 one o clock When the instrument panel ligh...

Page 193: ...close the ashtray after use The power outlets are designed for power supply for car accessories The key must be in the ACC or ON position for the power outlets to be used NOTICE To prevent the fuse f...

Page 194: ...o the following Pull up on the lock release lever and open the lid This box is equipped with a coin holder and a cassette tape holder 1 Coin holder To use it push coins down into the holder The coin h...

Page 195: ...n holder is detachable To remove Pull the coin holder straight up To install Push the coin holder straight down LOWER BOX To use the lower box rotate upper box up until it is fully back then pull up t...

Page 196: ...her than cups or drink cans in the cup holder as such items may be thrown about in the compartment and possibly in jure people in the vehicle during sud den braking or in an accident The cup holder is...

Page 197: ...der adjusts to different sized cups using its separator arms CAUTION Do not use the cup holder when you sliding the bench seat regular cab models or move passenger s seat for rear seat entry xtra cab...

Page 198: ...turning down the table legs CAUTION Do not place anything else other than cups in the cup holder as such item may be thrown about in the compartment and possibly in jure people in the vehicle during...

Page 199: ...accident To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or sudden stop while driving keep the cup holder closed when it is not in use You can use the rear seatback as a tem porary table only wh...

Page 200: ...s not in cluded as an original equipment these cargo net hooks can be used to hang the cargo net NOTICE To prevent damage to the hook avoid hanging heavy loads on it Use a floor mat of the correct siz...

Page 201: ...ront license plate frame if installed on the vehicle at delivery 2 Align the holes on the front license plate with the dimples on the valance panel 3 Install the two longer tapping screws through the...

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Page 203: ...in foreign countries 207 Three way catalytic converters 207 Engine exhaust cautions 208 Facts about engine oil consumption 209 Twin ground electrode spark plugs 210 Brake system 210 Brake pad wear li...

Page 204: ...der off road conditions Therefore sharp turns at excessive speeds may cause rollover CAUTION Always observe the following precau tions to minimize the risk of serious personal injury or damage to your...

Page 205: ...e Avoid full throttle acceleration when starting and driving Avoid racing the engine Try to avoid hard stops during the first 300 km 200 miles Do not drive slowly with the manual transmission in a hig...

Page 206: ...y providing for better emissions in vehicle fleets and customer satisfaction through better vehicle performance CLEANER BURNING GASOLINE Cleaner burning gasoline including re formulated gasoline that...

Page 207: ...re Runner 70 L 18 5 gal 15 4 Imp gal 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 unleaded a...

Page 208: ...Remember your Toyota dealer 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 prop...

Page 209: ...is decelerating sucks some of this oil into the combustion chamber This oil as well as some part of the oil film left on the cylinder wall is burned by the high temperature combustion gases during th...

Page 210: ...nd electrode spark plugs NOTICE Use only twin ground electrode spark plugs for your engine performance The tandem master cylinder brake system is a hydraulic system with two separate sub systems If ei...

Page 211: ...sound in the engine compartment after the engine is started or the brake pedal is depressed repeatedly This is a pump pulsating sound of the brake system and it is not a malfunction CAUTION Do not pum...

Page 212: ...iding ve hicle control it is still important to drive with all due care and maintain a moderate speed and safe distance from the vehicle in front of you be cause there are limits to the vehicle stabil...

Page 213: ...system Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle The light does not come on when the ignition key is turned to the ON posi tion or the light remains on The light comes on...

Page 214: ...aler In this case not only the anti lock brake system will fail but also the vehicle will become extremely unsta ble during braking Either of the following conditions may occur but do not indicate a m...

Page 215: ...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 b...

Page 216: ...f the instrument panel and can be seen through the windshield from outside This is the primary identification number for your Toyota It is used in registering the ownership of your vehicle The vehicle...

Page 217: ...rod OM35814U The engine number is stamped on the engine block as shown CAUTION Do not modify the suspension chassis with lift kits spacers springs etc It can cause dangerous handling charac teristics...

Page 218: ...orm tire quality grading For details see Uniform tire quali ty grading that follows 4 The location of the tread wear indicators For details see Checking and replacing tires in Section 7 2 5 Tire ply c...

Page 219: ...n flated For details about recom mended cold tire inflation pressure see Tires in Section 8 10 Summer tire or all season tire An all season tire has M S on the sidewall The tire not marked with M S is...

Page 220: ...t ratio tire height to section width 4 Tire construction code R Radial D Diagonal 5 Wheel diameter in inch 6 Load index 2 digits or 3 digits 7 Speed symbol alphabet with one letter 1 Section width 2 T...

Page 221: ...is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested un der controlled conditions on a speci fied government test course For ex ample a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 1...

Page 222: ...educe tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C cor responds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Saf...

Page 223: ...ed of automatic transmission power steering power brakes power windows power seats radio and heater to the extent that these items are available as factory installed equipment whether installed or not...

Page 224: ...same molding on the other sidewall of the tire or Intended outboard sidewall deeper than the same molding on the other sidewall of the tire or B The outward facing sidewall of an asymmetrical tire tha...

Page 225: ...buted in accordance with Table 1 that follows and dividing by two Weather side The surface area of the rim not covered by the inflated tire Table 1 Occupant loading and distribution for vehicle normal...

Page 226: ...ans the maximum number of occupants whose weight is supposed to be 68 kg 150 lb per person Depending on the weight of person the seating capacity given may exceed the total load capacity NOTICE Even i...

Page 227: ...bodily injury in the event of sudden braking or a collision Do not drive with objects left on top of the instrument panel They may interfere with the driver s field of view Or they may move during sha...

Page 228: ...C kg lb as follows B kg lb A kg lb C kg lb From this condition if 3 more passen gers with the combined weight of D kg lb get on the available cargo and luggage load will be reduced E kg lb as follows...

Page 229: ...signed to pro vide 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 do not have adequate traction performance...

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Page 231: ...G Starting and driving Before starting the engine 232 How to start the engine 232 Tips for driving in various conditions 233 Off road driving precautions 234 Winter driving tips 236 Dinghy towing 237...

Page 232: ...ill prevent the starter from operating if the selector lever is in any drive position 4 Automatic transmission only De press the brake pedal and hold it to the floor until driving off Before starting...

Page 233: ...pply the parking brake and place the transmis sion in P automatic or in first or reverse manual If necessary block the wheels Washing your vehicle or driving through deep water may get the brakes wet...

Page 234: ...t drive over 140 km h 85 mph unless your vehicle has high speed capability tires Driving over 140 km h 85 mph may result in tire failure loss of control and possible injury Be sure to con sult a tire...

Page 235: ...son is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt Therefore the driver and all passengers should fasten their seat belts whenever the vehicle is mov ing When driving off road o...

Page 236: ...d cables Cold temperatures reduce the capacity of any battery so it must be in top shape to provide enough power for winter start ing Section 7 3 tells you how to visually inspect the battery Your Toy...

Page 237: ...ome NOTICE Do not tow your vehicle with four wheels on the ground This may cause serious damage to your vehicle Your vehicle is designed primarily as a passenger and load carrying vehicle Tow ing a tr...

Page 238: ...the gross trailer weight added to the total weight of the vehicle occupants and vehicle cargo must never exceed a total of the following Two wheel drive models except Pre Runner 2RZ FE engine 3035 kg...

Page 239: ...e Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR indicated on the Certification Label The gross ve hicle weight is the sum of weights of the unloaded vehicle driver pas sengers luggage hitch and trailer tongue load...

Page 240: ...of grease Toyota recommends that the trailer hitch except fifth wheel hitch be re moved when not towing to prevent inju ry and or damage by the hitch in event of a rear end collision After removing t...

Page 241: ...vehicle will require more frequent maintenance due to the additional load For this informa tion please refer to the scheduled maintenance information in the Sched uled Maintenance Guide or Owner s Man...

Page 242: ...rough roads will ad versely affect handling of your vehicle and trailer causing sway Pay attention to the rear from time to time to pre pare yourself for being passed by large trucks or buses which ma...

Page 243: ...wnhill grades Do not make sudden down shifts Avoid holding the brake pedal down too long or too frequently This could cause the brakes to overheat and result in reduced braking effi ciency Improving f...

Page 244: ...nsumption By reducing your speed you will cut down on fuel con sumption Keep the front wheels in proper alignment Avoid hitting the curb and slow down on rough roads Improper alignment not only causes...

Page 245: ...ngine stalls while driving 249 If you cannot increase the engine speed 249 If your vehicle overheats 250 If you have a flat tire 251 If your vehicle becomes stuck 262 If your vehicle needs to be towed...

Page 246: ...may overheat and become a fire hazard If the engine turns over at its normal speed but will not start 1 The engine may be flooded because of repeated cranking See b Starting a flooded engine for furth...

Page 247: ...sible continue to apply water with a sponge or cloth while en route to the medical office The gas normally produced by a battery will explode if a flame or spark is brought near Use only standardized...

Page 248: ...ive red jumper cable to the positive terminal on the booster battery Jumper cable Discharged battery Booster battery Negative terminal mark c Connect the clamp of the negative black jumper cable to th...

Page 249: ...ing a straight line Move cautiously off the road to a safe place 2 Turn on your emergency flashers 3 Try starting the engine again If the engine will not start see If your vehicle will not start CAUTI...

Page 250: ...tor 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...

Page 251: ...icle sup ported by the jack Otherwise personal injury may occur Do not start or run the engine while your vehicle is supported by the jack Stop the vehicle on a level firm ground firmly set the parkin...

Page 252: ...nch 2 Jack handle 3 Jack To prepare yourself for an emergency you should familiarize yourself with the use of the jack each of the tools and their storage locations Turn the jack joint by hand To remo...

Page 253: ...th the outer side of the wheel facing up Then secure the tire taking care that the tire goes straight up without catching on any other part to prevent it from flying forward during a collision or sudd...

Page 254: ...n 1 Jack handle end 2 Jack handle extension 3 Jack handle NOTICE Tighten all joints securely Otherwise the extension may come off and it may damage the paint or vehicle body 2 Insert the end of the ja...

Page 255: ...heel diagonally op posite the flat tire to keep the vehicle from rolling when it is jacked up When blocking the wheel place a wheel block in front of one of the front wheels or behind one of the rear...

Page 256: ...osen the wheel nuts before raising the vehicle Turn the wheel nuts counterclockwise to loosen To get maximum leverage fit the wrench to the nut so that the handle is on the right side as shown above G...

Page 257: ...sure the jack is positioned on a level and solid place JACK POINTS Two wheel drive models except Pre Runner Front Under the frame side rail Rear Under the rear axle housing Four wheel drive models an...

Page 258: ...you will need more ground clearance when putting on the spare tire than when removing the flat tire Regular cab models To raise the ve hicle insert the jack handle into the jack it is a loose fit and...

Page 259: ...ess it back over the other bolts Before putting on wheels remove any corrosion on the mounting surfaces with a wire brush or such Installation of wheels without good metal to met al contact at the mou...

Page 260: ...wheel nuts Regular cab models Turn the jack handle counterclockwise to lower the vehicle Xtra cab and double cab models Turn the jack handle end with the ex tension counterclockwise with handle to low...

Page 261: ...to place CAUTION Take due care in handling the or nament to avoid unexpected per sonal injury 11 Check the air pressure of the re placed tire Adjust the air pressure to the specifi cation designated i...

Page 262: ...ation For details see Rear differential lock system in Section 1 7 CAUTION Do not attempt to rock the vehicle free by moving it forward and back ward if people or objects are any where near the vehicl...

Page 263: ...in accordance with the instructions given in Emergency tow ing in this Section Proper equipment will help ensure that your vehicle is not damaged while being towed Commercial operators are generally a...

Page 264: ...te ground clearance for towing at the opposite end of the raised vehicle Otherwise the bumper and or underbody of the towed vehicle will be damaged dur ing towing Do not tow with the key removed or in...

Page 265: ...ing flat bed truck c Towing with sling type truck All models c Towing with sling type truck NOTICE Do not tow with sling type truck ei ther from the front or rear This may cause body damage If towing...

Page 266: ...towing vehicles Securely fasten the cable or chain to the towing eyelet provided Before towing release the parking brake and put the transmission in neutral manu al or N automatic The key must be in...

Page 267: ...ally intended for use in towing vehicles Securely fasten the cable or chain to the towing hook provided Before towing release the parking brake put the transmission in neutral manual or N automatic an...

Page 268: ...icle during towing The following methods are effective to use when your vehicle is stuck in the mud sand or other condition from which the vehicle cannot be driven out under its own power Use extreme...

Page 269: ...r for you using their special tools If you must break a window to get in we suggest breaking the smallest side window be cause it is the least expensive to replace Be extremely cautious to avoid cuts...

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Page 271: ...4 TACOMA from Sep 03 Prod OM35814U CORROSION PREVENTION AND APPEARANCE CARE Corrosion prevention and appearance care Protecting your Toyota from corrosion 272 Washing and waxing your Toyota 273 Cleani...

Page 272: ...ventilation The above signifies the necessity to keep your vehicle particularly the underside as clean as possible and to repair any dam age to paint or protective coatings as soon as possible To hel...

Page 273: ...wing cases may cause weakness to the paint or corrosion to the body and parts Wash your vehicle as soon as pos sible When driving in a coastal area When driving on a road sprinkled with antifreeze Whe...

Page 274: ...Carefully fol low the manufacturer s instructions and precautions Be sure to polish and wax the chrome trim as well as the paint 3 Wax the vehicle again when water does not bead but remains on the su...

Page 275: ...may weaken them Do not use the belts until they be come dry Windows The windows may be cleaned with any household window cleaner Air conditioning control panel car au dio instrument panel console pane...

Page 276: ...etc may scratch the fine 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...

Page 277: ...icle maintenance and care Maintenance requirements 278 General maintenance 279 Does your vehicle need repairing 281 Emissions Inspection and Maintenance I M programs 282 For scheduled maintenance info...

Page 278: ...e Guide or Owner s Manual Supplement It is recommended that any replacement parts used for maintenance or for the repair of the emission control system be Toyota supplied The owner may elect to use no...

Page 279: ...ake these checks only with ade quate ventilation if you run the en gine IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT Items listed below should be checked from time to time e g each time when refueling Washer fluid Make...

Page 280: ...hat the latches lock securely Seat belts Check that the seat belt system such as buckles retractors and anchors operate properly and smoothly Make sure the belt webbing is not cut frayed worn or dam a...

Page 281: ...changes in perfor mance sounds and visual tip offs that indicate service is needed Some impor tant clues are as follows Engine missing stumbling or pinging Appreciable loss of power Strange engine noi...

Page 282: ...ss codes have not been set in the OBD system Readiness codes are automatically set during ordinary driving However when the battery is disconnected or run down the codes are erased Also depending on y...

Page 283: ...L O 0309 283 2004 TACOMA from Sep 03 Prod OM35814U DO IT YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Introduction Engine compartment overview 284 Fuse locations 286 Do it yourself service precautions 286 Parts and tools 288...

Page 284: ...Engine oil filler cap 2 Engine oil level dipstick 3 Power steering fluid reservoir 4 Brake fluid reservoir 5 Fuse block 6 Battery 7 Engine coolant reservoir 8 Condenser 9 Radiator 10 Windshield washer...

Page 285: ...03 Prod OM35814U 1 Engine oil filler cap 2 Brake fluid reservoir 3 Fuse block 4 Battery 5 Engine coolant reservoir 6 Engine oil level dipstick 7 Condenser 8 Radiator 9 Power steering fluid reservoir...

Page 286: ...ate Toyota Warranty statement for details and suggestions This Section gives instructions only for those items that are relatively easy for an owner to perform As explained in Section 6 there are stil...

Page 287: ...with it To re move used engine oil from your skin wash thoroughly with soap and water Do not leave used oil within the reach of children Dispose of used oil and filter only in a safe and acceptable m...

Page 288: ...s about en gine oil selection Tools Rag or paper towel Funnel only for adding oil CHECKING THE ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL Parts if level is low Toyota Super Long Life Coolant or similar high quality ethylen...

Page 289: ...ement is necessary Fuse 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...

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Page 291: ...evel 292 Checking the engine coolant level 294 Checking the radiator and condenser 295 Checking brake fluid 296 Checking power steering fluid 297 Checking tire inflation pressure 297 Checking and repl...

Page 292: ...ile holding a rag under the end CAUTION Be careful not to touch the hot ex haust manifold NOTICE Be careful not to drop the engine oil on the vehicle components If the oil level is below or only sligh...

Page 293: ...led in your Toyota vehicle Use Toyota approved Toyota Genuine Motor Oil or equivalent to satisfy the following grade and viscosity Oil grade API grade SL Energy Conserving or ILSAC multigrade engine o...

Page 294: ...vailable which has been specifically tested and approved for all Toyota engines Please contact your Toyota dealer for fur ther details about Toyota Genuine Motor Oil Look at the see through coolant re...

Page 295: ...se plain water alone Toyota recommends Toyota Super Long Life Coolant which has been tested to ensure that it will not cause corrosion nor result in malfunction of your engine coolant system with prop...

Page 296: ...e correct level when you put the cap back on Use only newly opened brake fluid Once opened brake fluid absorbs moisture from the air and excess moisture can cause a dangerous loss of braking Vehicles...

Page 297: ...the reservoir cap by turning it counterclockwise and wipe the dipstick clean c Reinstall the reservoir cap d Remove the reservoir cap again and look at the fluid level If the fluid is cold the level...

Page 298: ...n 1 5 km or 1 mile since you will get an accurate cold tire inflation pres sure reading Always use a tire pressure gauge The appearance of a tire can be misleading Besides tire inflation pressures tha...

Page 299: ...t tire inflation pressure may waste fuel reduce the comfort of driv ing reduce tire life and make your ve hicle less safe to drive If a tire frequently needs refilling have it checked by your Toyota d...

Page 300: ...ing The effectiveness of snow tires is lost if the tread wears down below 4 mm 0 16 in If you have tire damage such as cuts splits cracks deep enough to expose the fabric or bulges indi cating interna...

Page 301: ...ll of the tire and the Certification Label CAUTION Observe the following instruc tions Otherwise an accident may occur resulting in death or serious injuries Do not mix radial bias belted or bias ply...

Page 302: ...ce schedule For scheduled maintenance infor mation please refer to the Sched uled Maintenance Guide or Own er s Manual Supplement However the most appropriate tim ing for tire rotation may vary ac cor...

Page 303: ...installed on all wheels Installing snow tires on the rear wheels only can lead to an excessive difference in road grip capability between the front and rear tires which could cause loss of vehicle co...

Page 304: ...t wheels are available at your Toyota dealer A wheel of a different size or type may adversely affect handling wheel and bear ing life brake cooling speedometer odom eter calibration stopping ability...

Page 305: ...that the wheel nuts are still tight after driving 1600 km 1000 miles When using tire chains be careful not to damage the aluminum wheels Use only the Toyota wheel nuts and wrench designed for your al...

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Page 307: ...from Sep 03 Prod OM35814U DO IT YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Electrical components Checking battery condition 308 Battery recharging precautions 309 Checking and replacing fuses 310 Adding washer fluid 311 R...

Page 308: ...or burning get medi cal attention immediately If electrolyte gets on your clothes there is a possibility of its soaking through to your skin so immediate ly take off the exposed clothing and follow t...

Page 309: ...Toyota dealer Clear or light yellow Red Have battery checked by your Toyota dealer During recharging the battery is pro ducing hydrogen gas Therefore before recharging 1 If recharging with the batter...

Page 310: ...is shown in the illustration If you are not sure whether the fuse has blown try replacing the suspected fuse with one that you know is good If the fuse has blown push a new fuse into the clip Only in...

Page 311: ...This product is available at your Toyota dealer and most auto parts stores Follow the manufacturer s directions for how much to mix with water NOTICE Do not use engine antifreeze or any other substitu...

Page 312: ...rop of water on the inside of the lens or if there is water pooled inside the light contact your Toyota dealer Light bulbs Bulb No W Type Headlights 60 55 A Parking lights 168 5 B Front turn signal li...

Page 313: ...b and the bulb retaining spring To install a bulb align the tabs of the bulb with the cutouts of the mounting hole 3 Install the rubber cover with the TOP PULL mark upward and fit it securely on the b...

Page 314: ...04 Tacoma U L O 0309 314 2004 TACOMA from Sep 03 Prod OM35814U Use a Phillips head screwdriver Parking lights Front turn signal lights...

Page 315: ...p 03 Prod OM35814U Inner side screws 30 mm 1 2 in Outer side screws 45 mm 1 8 in Use a Phillips head screwdriver a Rear turn signal light b Stop tail light c Back up light Rear turn signal stop tail a...

Page 316: ...04 Tacoma U L O 0309 316 2004 TACOMA from Sep 03 Prod OM35814U Use a Phillips head screwdriver Use a Phillips head screwdriver License plate lights type B High mounted stoplight...

Page 317: ...a U L O 0309 317 2004 TACOMA from Sep 03 Prod OM35814U SPECIFICATIONS Specifications Dimensions 318 Payload 320 Towing capacity 322 Engine 322 Fuel 322 Service specifications 323 Tires 327 Fuses 327 S...

Page 318: ...0 2 1690 66 5 1765 69 5 3 4 1690 66 5 1625 64 0 4 6 1615 63 6 5 6 1620 63 8 4 7 1630 64 2 5 7 3095 121 9 1450 57 1 1455 57 3 1455 57 3 1450 57 1 2625 103 3 1590 62 5 3 4 1605 63 2 4 1615 63 6 5 1 Wit...

Page 319: ...1690 66 5 1 1785 70 3 2 1690 66 5 1 1785 70 3 2 1785 70 3 Overall height 3 1720 67 7 1 1750 68 9 2 1715 67 5 1 1745 68 7 2 1715 67 5 1 1745 68 7 2 Wheelbase 2625 103 3 3095 121 9 3095 121 9 Front tre...

Page 320: ...05 1775 3RZ FE engine Regular cab Automatic transmission 791 1745 3RZ FE engine Xtra cab Manual transmission 723 1595 Four wheel drive models Xtra cab Automatic transmission 709 1565 Xtra cab Manual t...

Page 321: ...682 1505 Four wheel drive models 5VZ FE engine Xtra cab Automatic transmission 671 1480 g Double cab Automatic transmission 596 1315 3RZ FE engine Xtra cab Automatic transmission 793 1750 Pre Runner 3...

Page 322: ...and 3RZ FE engines 4 cylinder in line 4 cycle gasoline 5VZ FE engine 6 cylinder V type 4 cycle gasoline Bore and stroke mm in 2RZ FE engine 95 0 86 0 3 74 3 39 3RZ FE engine 95 0 95 0 3 74 3 74 5VZ F...

Page 323: ...steering pump belt 100 20 15 5VZ FE engine Generator belt 100 20 Air conditioning compressor belt 100 20 Power steering pump belt 100 20 15 ENGINE LUBRICATION Oil capacity drain and refill L qt Imp q...

Page 324: ...fill In order to avoid technical problems only use Toyota Super Long Life Coolant or similar high quality ethylene glycol based non silicate non amine non nitrite and non borate coolant with long lif...

Page 325: ...id in assuring optimum transmission perfor mance Notice Using automatic transmis sion fluid other than Toyota Genu ine ATF Type T IV may cause dete rioration in shift quality locking up of your transm...

Page 326: ...ke and double cardan joint Molybdenum disulfide lithium base chassis grease NLGI No 2 BRAKES Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a pressure of 490 N 50 kgf 110 lbf when the engine is stopped a...

Page 327: ...ze Wheel size Front Rear P205 75R15 97S 200 2 0 29 200 2 0 29 P225 75R15 102S 180 1 8 26 200 2 0 29 16 6 1 2JJ P235 55R16 96T 200 2 0 29 220 2 2 32 15 7J 15 7JJ P265 70R16 111S 180 1 8 26 180 1 8 26 1...

Page 328: ...tic transmission shift lock system SRS airbag system 17 TURN 10 A Turn signal lights emer gency flashers 18 WIPER 20 A Windshield wipers and washer 19 4WD 20 A A D D control system four wheel drive co...

Page 329: ...AM2 30 A Ignition system multiport fuel injection system sequential fuel in jection system 30 HEATER 50 A All components in A C fuse 31 AM1 40 A Starting system 32 ABS2 30 A without vehicle stability...

Page 330: ...04 Tacoma U L O 0309 330 2004 TACOMA from Sep 03 Prod OM35814U...

Page 331: ...COMA from Sep 03 Prod OM35814U REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS FOR U S OWNERS AND CAMPER INFORMATION Reporting safety defects for U S owners and camper information Reporting safety defects for U S owners 332...

Page 332: ...etween you your dealer or Toyota Motor Sales U S A Inc To contact NHTSA you may ei ther call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in Washington D C area or write to NHTSA U...

Page 333: ...un ner mm in A B 1257 49 5 901 35 5 The figures given in the illustration indi cate the recommended center of gravity zone CAUTION If a load is too far back it can cause dangerous handling If it is to...

Page 334: ...occupants in the rear seats 135 kg 300 lb Vehicles without off road package With 2 occupants in the front seats and no occupants in the rear seats 440 kg 975 lb With 3 occupants in the front seats and...

Page 335: ...hich is located on the door latch post on the left side of the vehicle See Your Toyota s identification in Section 2 for the Certification Label location If weight ratings are exceeded move or remove...

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Page 337: ...3 Tips for driving during break in period 205 How to start the engine 232 General maintenance 279 Complete index NO TAG Gas station information Fuel type UNLEADED gasoline Octane Rating 87 Research Oc...

Page 338: ...t which these systems can provide when used together That is why it is important for you and your family to understand the purpose and proper use of each of these systems and how they relate to each o...

Page 339: ...your family in the event of an accident Toyota recommends you to read the provisions in Section 1 3 carefully and refer to them from time to time during your time of ownership of this vehicle New vehi...

Page 340: ...andling Used engine oil contains chemicals that have caused cancer in laboratory animals Always protect your skin by washing thoroughly with soap and water Accessories spare parts and modification of...

Page 341: ...a mobile two way radio system in your vehicle could affect electronic systems such as fol lows be sure to check with your Toyota dealer for precau tionary measures or special instructions regarding i...

Page 342: ...or details about tire inflation pressure and load limits see Checking tire infla tion pressure in Section 7 2 and Vehicle load limits in Section 2 Scrapping of your Toyota The SRS airbag and seat belt...

Page 343: ...than other types of vehicles In addition this vehicle has a higher ground clearance and center of gravity than that of an ordinary passenger car This vehicle design feature causes this type of vehicl...

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