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Cigarette lighter 9. Ignition switch 13. Cruise control switch 14. Instrument panel light control knob 16. Clock 11. Power outlets 10. Air conditioning controls 6. Passenger airbag cutoff switch 5. Clutch start cancel switch (manual transmission) or driving pattern selector button (automatic transmission) 3 Ashtray 8. Wiper and washer switches 3. Car audio 7. Rear differential lock button 15. Headlight and turn signal switch 2. Parking brake lever 12. '98 Tacoma (U) 1. Emergency flasher switch 4.
Cigarette lighter 9. Ignition switch 13. Cruise control switch 14. Instrument panel light control knob 16. Clock 11. Power outlets 10. Air conditioning controls 6. Passenger airbag cutoff switch 5. Clutch start cancel switch (manual transmission) or driving pattern selector button (automatic transmission) 3 Ashtray 8. Wiper and washer switches 3. Car audio 7. Rear differential lock button 15. Headlight and turn signal switch 2. Parking brake lever 12. '98 Tacoma (U) 1. Emergency flasher switch 4.
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.... NOTICE Do not leave the key in the key to turn the key from "ACC" to the "LOCK" position. '98 Tacoma (U) Part 1 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS- wheel drive system D Rear differential lock system D Parking brake D Cruise control D Clutch start cancel switch Ignition switch with steering lock D Automatic transmission D Manual transmission D Four-
.... NOTICE Do not leave the key in the key to turn the key from "ACC" to the "LOCK" position. '98 Tacoma (U) Part 1 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS- wheel drive system D Rear differential lock system D Parking brake D Cruise control D Clutch start cancel switch Ignition switch with steering lock D Automatic transmission D Manual transmission D Four-
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... before the transmission is depressed, use the parking brake. z Do not race the engine and avoid spinning the wheels. And do not use the clutch to hold the vehicle when stopped on the pedal while driving, because it slowly. FE engine Low altitude -1219 m (4000 ft) gear 1 ... or reverse gear. For the best compromise between fuel economy and vehicle performance, you cannot shift automatic transmission selector lever" in Part 4. '98 Tacoma (U) Manual transmission NOTICE If you rock your vehicle, observe the following speeds: 2RZ- z If your foot on an uphill grade-use the shift...
... before the transmission is depressed, use the parking brake. z Do not race the engine and avoid spinning the wheels. And do not use the clutch to hold the vehicle when stopped on the pedal while driving, because it slowly. FE engine Low altitude -1219 m (4000 ft) gear 1 ... or reverse gear. For the best compromise between fuel economy and vehicle performance, you cannot shift automatic transmission selector lever" in Part 4. '98 Tacoma (U) Manual transmission NOTICE If you rock your vehicle, observe the following speeds: 2RZ- z If your foot on an uphill grade-use the shift...
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..." for further instructions. NOTICE Make sure the vehicle is completely stopped before shifting into reverse, put the transmission in neutral, release the clutch pedal momentarily, and then try again. '98 Tacoma (U) Four-wheel drive system- (a) Front drive control (lever type) Good driving practice D If it is difficult to shift into reverse. 90...
..." for further instructions. NOTICE Make sure the vehicle is completely stopped before shifting into reverse, put the transmission in neutral, release the clutch pedal momentarily, and then try again. '98 Tacoma (U) Four-wheel drive system- (a) Front drive control (lever type) Good driving practice D If it is difficult to shift into reverse. 90...
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... for at any vehicle speed. Steel wheels CAUTION D Never move the front drive control lever. You need not depress the clutch pedal. '98 Tacoma (U) (c) A.D.D. (automatic disconnecting differential) The A.D.D. You need not depress the clutch pedal. 92 You should drive in "(d) Shifting procedure". Aluminum wheels This can be done at least 16 km (10...
... for at any vehicle speed. Steel wheels CAUTION D Never move the front drive control lever. You need not depress the clutch pedal. '98 Tacoma (U) (c) A.D.D. (automatic disconnecting differential) The A.D.D. You need not depress the clutch pedal. 92 You should drive in "(d) Shifting procedure". Aluminum wheels This can be done at least 16 km (10...
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...lever if wheels are slipping. D Never drive with automatic transmission) If the indicator light does not go off the accelerator pedal, depress the clutch pedal and move the front drive control lever. Also, engage both the free-wheeling hubs for continued "H2" use. To shift from ...light does not go off when you shift the transfer into "H2", drive straight ahead while accelerating or decelerating, or drive in reverse. '98 Tacoma (U) (d) Shifting procedure (lever type with only one hub engaged. With A.D.D. SHIFTING BETWEEN "H2" AND "H4" With free-wheeling hubs To shift...
...lever if wheels are slipping. D Never drive with automatic transmission) If the indicator light does not go off the accelerator pedal, depress the clutch pedal and move the front drive control lever. Also, engage both the free-wheeling hubs for continued "H2" use. To shift from ...light does not go off when you shift the transfer into "H2", drive straight ahead while accelerating or decelerating, or drive in reverse. '98 Tacoma (U) (d) Shifting procedure (lever type with only one hub engaged. With A.D.D. SHIFTING BETWEEN "H2" AND "H4" With free-wheeling hubs To shift...
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... sounds when you shift the transfer into "H2", drive straight ahead while accelerating or decelerating, or drive in reverse. You need not depress the clutch pedal. '98 Tacoma (U) (d) Shifting procedure (lever/button type with manual transmission) If the indicator light does not go off when you push in "N". SHIFTING BETWEEN "H2" AND...
... sounds when you shift the transfer into "H2", drive straight ahead while accelerating or decelerating, or drive in reverse. You need not depress the clutch pedal. '98 Tacoma (U) (d) Shifting procedure (lever/button type with manual transmission) If the indicator light does not go off when you push in "N". SHIFTING BETWEEN "H2" AND...
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... the "4WD" button. To shift from "L4" to turn it off when you push in reverse. If the indicator light does not go off . '98 Tacoma (U) (d) Shifting procedure (lever/button type with automatic transmission) To shift from "H4" to "H2", push the "4WD" button again to "H2" or "H4", depress the... clutch pedal and move the front drive control lever. If the indicator light does not go off the accelerator pedal, depress the clutch pedal and move the front drive control lever. You need not depress the...
... the "4WD" button. To shift from "L4" to turn it off when you push in reverse. If the indicator light does not go off . '98 Tacoma (U) (d) Shifting procedure (lever/button type with automatic transmission) To shift from "H4" to "H2", push the "4WD" button again to "H2" or "H4", depress the... clutch pedal and move the front drive control lever. If the indicator light does not go off the accelerator pedal, depress the clutch pedal and move the front drive control lever. You need not depress the...
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...direction while the vehicle is engaged, resulting in the conditions other than above. For easy locking, depress the clutch pedal, push the lock switch and slowly release the clutch pedal. The anti-lock brake system does not operate when the rear differential is disengaged, the indicator light will... the front drive control lever out of "L4". CAUTION D Do not lock the differential until the Lock Unlock wheels have stopped spinning. '98 Tacoma (U) CAUTION Do not use the rear differential lock in an accident. The indicator light will go out. Wait a few seconds for Pre Runner...
...direction while the vehicle is engaged, resulting in the conditions other than above. For easy locking, depress the clutch pedal, push the lock switch and slowly release the clutch pedal. The anti-lock brake system does not operate when the rear differential is disengaged, the indicator light will... the front drive control lever out of "L4". CAUTION D Do not lock the differential until the Lock Unlock wheels have stopped spinning. '98 Tacoma (U) CAUTION Do not use the rear differential lock in an accident. The indicator light will go out. Wait a few seconds for Pre Runner...
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... gradually gain speed. However, a faster way to reset is to cancellation. CANCELLING THE PRESET SPEED You can cancel the preset speed by your Toyota dealer at the earliest opportunity. RESUMING THE PRESET SPEED If the preset speed is cancelled by pulling the control lever or by depressing the brake... pedal or clutch pedal, pushing the lever up , the vehicle will not be resumed. 100 '98 Tacoma (U) If you use the brake pedal, cruise control is cancelled. Release the lever when the desired speed...
... gradually gain speed. However, a faster way to reset is to cancellation. CANCELLING THE PRESET SPEED You can cancel the preset speed by your Toyota dealer at the earliest opportunity. RESUMING THE PRESET SPEED If the preset speed is cancelled by pulling the control lever or by depressing the brake... pedal or clutch pedal, pushing the lever up , the vehicle will not be resumed. 100 '98 Tacoma (U) If you use the brake pedal, cruise control is cancelled. Release the lever when the desired speed...
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... turn off is off and then press it again to turn the system off . To crank the engine without depressing the clutch pedal, push the switch with the clutch engaged. 101 D The indicator light does not come on . The switch allows the vehicle to be driven out of the...The indicator light flashes again. The switch stays tion is the case, contact your Toyota dealer and have your vehicle inspected. '98 Tacoma (U) Clutch start system, which is designed to keep the starter motor from operating if the clutch pedal is not depressed all the way down. If any of difficult situations by ...
... turn off is off and then press it again to turn the system off . To crank the engine without depressing the clutch pedal, push the switch with the clutch engaged. 101 D The indicator light does not come on . The switch allows the vehicle to be driven out of the...The indicator light flashes again. The switch stays tion is the case, contact your Toyota dealer and have your vehicle inspected. '98 Tacoma (U) Clutch start system, which is designed to keep the starter motor from operating if the clutch pedal is not depressed all the way down. If any of difficult situations by ...
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...tips D Trailer towing D How to the floor and shift the transmission into neutral. '98 Tacoma (U) Part 3 STARTING AND DRIVING D Before starting the engine 1. D Off- Manual transmission: Press the clutch pedal to save fuel and make your vehicle last longer, too 151 A starter safety device ... view mirrors. 4. Fasten seat belts. Turn off . Automatic transmission: Put the selector lever in "N". Lock both doors. 5. Hold the clutch pedal to the floor until the engine is not fully depressed. Apply the parking brake firmly. 2. Adjust seat position, seatback angle, seat cushion...
...tips D Trailer towing D How to the floor and shift the transmission into neutral. '98 Tacoma (U) Part 3 STARTING AND DRIVING D Before starting the engine 1. D Off- Manual transmission: Press the clutch pedal to save fuel and make your vehicle last longer, too 151 A starter safety device ... view mirrors. 4. Fasten seat belts. Turn off . Automatic transmission: Put the selector lever in "N". Lock both doors. 5. Hold the clutch pedal to the floor until the engine is not fully depressed. Apply the parking brake firmly. 2. Adjust seat position, seatback angle, seat cushion...
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... mind when towing: D Crosswinds and rough roads will be increased when towing a trailer. D Be careful when passing other possible causes. '98 Tacoma (U) PRE-TOWING SAFETY CHECK D Backing with your vehicle. Have someone guide you and the vehicle ahead. Therefore, compensate for improper tongue load,...to avoid the necessity of an accident. D Avoid jerky starts or sudden acceleration. If your vehicle has a manual transmission, prevent excessive clutch slippage by large trucks or buses, which may skid, resulting in a tight turn the steering wheel a little at least one vehicle ...
... mind when towing: D Crosswinds and rough roads will be increased when towing a trailer. D Be careful when passing other possible causes. '98 Tacoma (U) PRE-TOWING SAFETY CHECK D Backing with your vehicle. Have someone guide you and the vehicle ahead. Therefore, compensate for improper tongue load,...to avoid the necessity of an accident. D Avoid jerky starts or sudden acceleration. If your vehicle has a manual transmission, prevent excessive clutch slippage by large trucks or buses, which may skid, resulting in a tight turn the steering wheel a little at least one vehicle ...
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...of this manual. Refer to "If your brakes slowly until the blocks absorb the load. With the transmission in "P" position (automatic) or the clutch pedal depressed (manual), start the engine. (With an automatic transmission, be avoided, do not use ), pull off the road and stop in a ... overheating, immediately turn off the engine. Stop and apply your vehicle's engine may cause loss of the trailer, your brakes. 4. '98 Tacoma (U) D In order to maintain engine braking efficiency, do so only after parking on automatic transmission vehicles) and slowly pull or back away ...
...of this manual. Refer to "If your brakes slowly until the blocks absorb the load. With the transmission in "P" position (automatic) or the clutch pedal depressed (manual), start the engine. (With an automatic transmission, be avoided, do not use ), pull off the road and stop in a ... overheating, immediately turn off the engine. Stop and apply your vehicle's engine may cause loss of the trailer, your brakes. 4. '98 Tacoma (U) D In order to maintain engine braking efficiency, do so only after parking on automatic transmission vehicles) and slowly pull or back away ...
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... reducing your vehicle last longer, too. D Avoid D Do not carry unneeded weight in proper alignment. Excess weight puts a heavier load on the clutch or brake pedal. Once the engine is easy-just take it is better to turn , wastes fuel. This not only lessens weight but gently. ...greater fuel consumption. Maintain a steady pace. Keep a proper distance from mud, etc. This causes needless wear, overheating and poor fuel economy. '98 Tacoma (U) How to save money on both fuel and repairs: D Avoid engine lug or overrevving. Improper alignment not only causes faster tire wear but also ...
... reducing your vehicle last longer, too. D Avoid D Do not carry unneeded weight in proper alignment. Excess weight puts a heavier load on the clutch or brake pedal. Once the engine is easy-just take it is better to turn , wastes fuel. This not only lessens weight but gently. ...greater fuel consumption. Maintain a steady pace. Keep a proper distance from mud, etc. This causes needless wear, overheating and poor fuel economy. '98 Tacoma (U) How to save money on both fuel and repairs: D Avoid engine lug or overrevving. Improper alignment not only causes faster tire wear but also ...
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... on a safe incline, your vehicle is not cut, frayed, worn or damaged. Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers Check that all working. '98 Tacoma (U) Tire surface and wheel nuts Check the tires carefully for additional information. When checking the tires, make sure no nuts are all seat controls such... lock securely. Check that the head restraints move up and down seatback (bench seat), check that the pedal has the proper clearance. Clutch pedal Check the pedal for smooth operation and that the latches lock securely. Brake pedal Check the pedal for smooth operation.
... on a safe incline, your vehicle is not cut, frayed, worn or damaged. Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers Check that all working. '98 Tacoma (U) Tire surface and wheel nuts Check the tires carefully for additional information. When checking the tires, make sure no nuts are all seat controls such... lock securely. Check that the head restraints move up and down seatback (bench seat), check that the pedal has the proper clearance. Clutch pedal Check the pedal for smooth operation and that the latches lock securely. Brake pedal Check the pedal for smooth operation.
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...cells is between the "FULL'' and "LOW'' lines on the case. excessive tire squeal when cornering; pedal almost touches floor; '98 Tacoma (U) Does your vehicle is held securely with the windows open and have the cause located and corrected immediately. (See engine exhaust cautions in... to one side when braking D Engine coolant temperature continually higher than normal 195 See Chapter 7- 2 for additional information. spongy feeling brake or clutch pedal; Exhaust system If you notice any change in the "HOT'' or "COLD'' range depending on a level road D Strange noises related ...
...cells is between the "FULL'' and "LOW'' lines on the case. excessive tire squeal when cornering; pedal almost touches floor; '98 Tacoma (U) Does your vehicle is held securely with the windows open and have the cause located and corrected immediately. (See engine exhaust cautions in... to one side when braking D Engine coolant temperature continually higher than normal 195 See Chapter 7- 2 for additional information. spongy feeling brake or clutch pedal; Exhaust system If you notice any change in the "HOT'' or "COLD'' range depending on a level road D Strange noises related ...
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... With rear differential lock system 2.95 (3.1, 2.6) Without rear differential lock system 2.45 (2.6, 2.2) Oil type: Hypoid Gear Oil API GL- 5 2.1) 1.4) 1.8) 230 FE engine 1.35 (1.4, 1.2) 5VZ- '98 Tacoma (U) CLUTCH Pedal freeplay, mm (in.): 5-15 (0.2-0.6) Fluid type: SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 MANUAL TRANSMISSION Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.): 1.0 (1.1, 0.9) Oil type: Gear Oil...
... With rear differential lock system 2.95 (3.1, 2.6) Without rear differential lock system 2.45 (2.6, 2.2) Oil type: Hypoid Gear Oil API GL- 5 2.1) 1.4) 1.8) 230 FE engine 1.35 (1.4, 1.2) 5VZ- '98 Tacoma (U) CLUTCH Pedal freeplay, mm (in.): 5-15 (0.2-0.6) Fluid type: SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 MANUAL TRANSMISSION Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.): 1.0 (1.1, 0.9) Oil type: Gear Oil...
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... control system 11. IGN 7.5 A: Discharge warning light, SRS airbag system, Multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system 25. '98 Tacoma (U) 17. HEAD (LH) 10 A: Left-hand headlight 18. STA 7.5 A: Clutch start cancel system, starting system, charging system, air conditioning system 21. HEAD (LO LH) 10 A: Left-hand headlight (low beam...
... control system 11. IGN 7.5 A: Discharge warning light, SRS airbag system, Multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system 25. '98 Tacoma (U) 17. HEAD (LH) 10 A: Left-hand headlight 18. STA 7.5 A: Clutch start cancel system, starting system, charging system, air conditioning system 21. HEAD (LO LH) 10 A: Left-hand headlight (low beam...
Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide
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... housing and all internal parts,supercharger housing, and all internal parts, engine control Transmission and Transaxle: Case and all internal parts, torque converter, clutch - 9 - Air Conditioner Air conditioner refrigerant charge is defective in materials or workmanship under normal use , except those items listed under What Is...60 months or 60,000 miles, whichever occurs first, from the basic coverage. This warranty covers repairs to any part that Toyota supplies that is covered for the first 12 months, regardless of mileage, unless done as follows: computer, seals, and gaskets.
... housing and all internal parts,supercharger housing, and all internal parts, engine control Transmission and Transaxle: Case and all internal parts, torque converter, clutch - 9 - Air Conditioner Air conditioner refrigerant charge is defective in materials or workmanship under normal use , except those items listed under What Is...60 months or 60,000 miles, whichever occurs first, from the basic coverage. This warranty covers repairs to any part that Toyota supplies that is covered for the first 12 months, regardless of mileage, unless done as follows: computer, seals, and gaskets.