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Glovebox 7. Personal lights or interior light 5. Side vents 6. Tilt steering lock release lever 13. Power window switches 9. Center vents 4. Cup holder 11. Automatic transmission selector lever (column shift) 3. Front drive control lever 12. Manual transmission gear shift lever or automatic transmission selector lever (floor shift) 10. Hood lock release lever 14. Power rear view mirror control switch 2 Power door lock switches 8. Instrument cluster 2. '98 Tacoma (U) Instrument panel overview 1.
Glovebox 7. Personal lights or interior light 5. Side vents 6. Tilt steering lock release lever 13. Power window switches 9. Center vents 4. Cup holder 11. Automatic transmission selector lever (column shift) 3. Front drive control lever 12. Manual transmission gear shift lever or automatic transmission selector lever (floor shift) 10. Hood lock release lever 14. Power rear view mirror control switch 2 Power door lock switches 8. Instrument cluster 2. '98 Tacoma (U) Instrument panel overview 1.
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... fasten your size and the seat position. It also may severely weaken the belts. (See "Cleaning the interior" in a severe impact. Do not use the seat until the seat belt is not obvious. When a... (For details, see "Child restraint" in the seat. It cannot protect an adult occupant or your Toyota dealer. The entire assembly should be able to extend, and you can move around freely. D If the...the retractor and insert the tab into the buckle. D Do not insert coins, clips, etc. '98 Tacoma (U) -Front outside seat belts and rear seat belts D Keep the belts clean and dry. You will lock...
... fasten your size and the seat position. It also may severely weaken the belts. (See "Cleaning the interior" in a severe impact. Do not use the seat until the seat belt is not obvious. When a... (For details, see "Child restraint" in the seat. It cannot protect an adult occupant or your Toyota dealer. The entire assembly should be able to extend, and you can move around freely. D If the...the retractor and insert the tab into the buckle. D Do not insert coins, clips, etc. '98 Tacoma (U) -Front outside seat belts and rear seat belts D Keep the belts clean and dry. You will lock...
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... is not twisted. in the vehicle for the driver and front passenger when added to the vehicle interior and extender itself. Do not use , remove the extender and store in the buckle as shown. '98 Tacoma (U) SRS driver and front passenger airbags CAUTION D After inserting the tab, make sure the tab and...with the seat belts to help prevent or reduce injury by the seat belts. D Do not insert coins, clips, etc. Be sure to wear your Toyota dealer. When releasing the seat belt, press on the buckle-release button on the extender, not on the buckle-release buttons of the driver's or...
... is not twisted. in the vehicle for the driver and front passenger when added to the vehicle interior and extender itself. Do not use , remove the extender and store in the buckle as shown. '98 Tacoma (U) SRS driver and front passenger airbags CAUTION D After inserting the tab, make sure the tab and...with the seat belts to help prevent or reduce injury by the seat belts. D Do not insert coins, clips, etc. Be sure to wear your Toyota dealer. When releasing the seat belt, press on the buckle-release button on the extender, not on the buckle-release buttons of the driver's or...
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... restraint system, the child should sit in the front seat unavoidably. D NORMAL- If you and the vehicle's interior. 38 '98 Tacoma (U) Child restraint- -Child restraint precautions CAUTION Toyota strongly urges the use of child restraint systems for children small enough to use of a proper child restraint system ...child. Your vehicle conforms to accident statistics, the child is safer when properly restrained in the rear seat than in a collision. Toyota strongly urges use them. facing child restraint system on the front seat, make sure the passenger airbag switch is in the "OFF...
... restraint system, the child should sit in the front seat unavoidably. D NORMAL- If you and the vehicle's interior. 38 '98 Tacoma (U) Child restraint- -Child restraint precautions CAUTION Toyota strongly urges the use of child restraint systems for children small enough to use of a proper child restraint system ...child. Your vehicle conforms to accident statistics, the child is safer when properly restrained in the rear seat than in a collision. Toyota strongly urges use them. facing child restraint system on the front seat, make sure the passenger airbag switch is in the "OFF...
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... at reduced intensity when the parking brake is released with the engine started, even with the headlights left on at night. '98 Tacoma (U) Part 1 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS- Twist the knob to the position 2 to turn signal lever knob. Position 1-Parking... you open the driver's door. 61 Chapter 1- 4 Lights and Wipers D Headlights and turn signals D Emergency flashers D Instrument panel light control D Interior lights D Personal lights D Ignition switch light D Windshield wipers and washer Headlights and turn to full intensity for a long period when the engine is ...
... at reduced intensity when the parking brake is released with the engine started, even with the headlights left on at night. '98 Tacoma (U) Part 1 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS- Twist the knob to the position 2 to turn signal lever knob. Position 1-Parking... you open the driver's door. 61 Chapter 1- 4 Lights and Wipers D Headlights and turn signals D Emergency flashers D Instrument panel light control D Interior lights D Personal lights D Ignition switch light D Windshield wipers and washer Headlights and turn to full intensity for a long period when the engine is ...
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Front light Rear light (Xtra-cab models) 63 '98 Tacoma (U) Instrument panel light control NOTICE To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not leave the switch on longer than necessary when the engine is not running. Interior lights To adjust the brightness of the instrument panel lights, turn the knob.
Front light Rear light (Xtra-cab models) 63 '98 Tacoma (U) Instrument panel light control NOTICE To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not leave the switch on longer than necessary when the engine is not running. Interior lights To adjust the brightness of the instrument panel lights, turn the knob.
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... off . For easy access to the ignition switch, the ignition switch light comes on all the time. Position 2-The lights are closed. The interior light switch has the following positions: Position 1-Turns both doors are closed . 64 The light remains on your side. "OFF"-Turns the light ...go off unless you operate either outer switch. "DOOR"-Turns the light on the interior light, slide the switch. The light goes off when both doors are off when both doors are closed . '98 Tacoma (U) Personal lights To turn on when either door is opened. The center switch has...
... off . For easy access to the ignition switch, the ignition switch light comes on all the time. Position 2-The lights are closed. The interior light switch has the following positions: Position 1-Turns both doors are closed . 64 The light remains on your side. "OFF"-Turns the light ...go off unless you operate either outer switch. "DOOR"-Turns the light on the interior light, slide the switch. The light goes off when both doors are off when both doors are closed . '98 Tacoma (U) Personal lights To turn on when either door is opened. The center switch has...
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..., pin holes, or CARING FOR YOUR PLAYER AND DISCS shown. To clean a compact disc: Wipe it with rough edges, flakes will fall on them . '98 Tacoma (U) D If moisture gets into your compact disc player, you may make your compact disc player skip. 123 COMPACT DISC other vibrations may not hear any... with water. D Remove discs from the compact disc player when you listen to be working . Do not use the air conditioning to cool the vehicle interior before you are inserting them . static device.
..., pin holes, or CARING FOR YOUR PLAYER AND DISCS shown. To clean a compact disc: Wipe it with rough edges, flakes will fall on them . '98 Tacoma (U) D If moisture gets into your compact disc player, you may make your compact disc player skip. 123 COMPACT DISC other vibrations may not hear any... with water. D Remove discs from the compact disc player when you listen to be working . Do not use the air conditioning to cool the vehicle interior before you are inserting them . static device.
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... cold air on the inside and outside of the windshield. D Keep the area under the front seats clear to allow air to cool the interior more quickly. The windshield could fog up because of the difference in air temperature on the windshield. This can reduce the amount of snow or... moisture. '98 Tacoma (U) -Air flow selector settings -Operating tips D To cool off your Toyota after it has been parked in front of the windshield are not blocked (by leaves or snow, for example). This...
... cold air on the inside and outside of the windshield. D Keep the area under the front seats clear to allow air to cool the interior more quickly. The windshield could fog up because of the difference in air temperature on the windshield. This can reduce the amount of snow or... moisture. '98 Tacoma (U) -Air flow selector settings -Operating tips D To cool off your Toyota after it has been parked in front of the windshield are not blocked (by leaves or snow, for example). This...
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...Ventilation For best results, set controls to: Fan speed-Any setting except "OFF" Temperature-Towards WARM (red zone) to heat the vehicle interior while defrosting or defogging the windshield. D On humid days, do not blow cold air on for dehumidified heating. COLD (blue zone) ...turns off the air conditioning. D For quick heating, select recirculated air for a few minutes. D Choose floor/windshield air flow to heat; '98 Tacoma (U) Heating For best results, set controls to: Fan speed-Any setting except "OFF" Temperature-Towards WARM (red zone) Air intake-FRESH (outside ...
...Ventilation For best results, set controls to: Fan speed-Any setting except "OFF" Temperature-Towards WARM (red zone) to heat the vehicle interior while defrosting or defogging the windshield. D On humid days, do not blow cold air on for dehumidified heating. COLD (blue zone) ...turns off the air conditioning. D For quick heating, select recirculated air for a few minutes. D Choose floor/windshield air flow to heat; '98 Tacoma (U) Heating For best results, set controls to: Fan speed-Any setting except "OFF" Temperature-Towards WARM (red zone) Air intake-FRESH (outside ...
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... the "A/C" button is not pressed in, turning the air flow control knob to windshield position turns on the defrosterlinked air conditioning. D To heat the vehicle interior while defrosting the windshield, choose floor/ windshield air flow. 130 Turning the air flow control knob to another position turns off the air conditioning. '98...
... the "A/C" button is not pressed in, turning the air flow control knob to windshield position turns on the defrosterlinked air conditioning. D To heat the vehicle interior while defrosting the windshield, choose floor/ windshield air flow. 130 Turning the air flow control knob to another position turns off the air conditioning. '98...
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... out, dim or goes out when the starter is cranked, the battery is turning over too slowly- 1. Check that all the push-on the interior light. 3. Also the three-way catalytic converter may be towed D If you cannot shift automatic transmission selector lever D If you lose your keys ...are tight and clean. 2. If the light is O.K., but will not start- 1. If the engine turns over or is discharged. Call a Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop. '98 Tacoma (U) Part 4 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY D If your vehicle will not start D If your engine stalls while driving D If your vehicle...
... out, dim or goes out when the starter is cranked, the battery is turning over too slowly- 1. Check that all the push-on the interior light. 3. Also the three-way catalytic converter may be towed D If you cannot shift automatic transmission selector lever D If you lose your keys ...are tight and clean. 2. If the light is O.K., but will not start- 1. If the engine turns over or is discharged. Call a Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop. '98 Tacoma (U) Part 4 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY D If your vehicle will not start D If your engine stalls while driving D If your vehicle...
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... you . It is up to you with the finest quality vehicle construction. '98 Tacoma (U) Part 5 CORROSION PREVENTION AND APPEARANCE CARE D Protecting corrosion your Toyota from Protecting your Toyota from quick-drying due to lack of proper ventilation. To help ensure longterm corrosion prevention.... D If you drive on your Toyota, follow these guidelines: Wash your vehicle frequently. The above the freezing point. 186 D Chipping of your Toyota D Cleaning the interior D The accumulation of road salt, dirt and moisture in areas of ...
... you . It is up to you with the finest quality vehicle construction. '98 Tacoma (U) Part 5 CORROSION PREVENTION AND APPEARANCE CARE D Protecting corrosion your Toyota from Protecting your Toyota from quick-drying due to lack of proper ventilation. To help ensure longterm corrosion prevention.... D If you drive on your Toyota, follow these guidelines: Wash your vehicle frequently. The above the freezing point. 186 D Chipping of your Toyota D Cleaning the interior D The accumulation of road salt, dirt and moisture in areas of ...
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... can cause corrosion. Occasionally check under the mats to resist corrosion. Keep your Toyota D High pressure water or steam is poor. '98 Tacoma (U) Washing and waxing your vehicle in a well ventilated garage or a roofed place. Even if your Toyota" for cleaning the vehicle's underside and wheel housings. See "Washing and waxing... mats and could cause corrosion. D When driving in the areas where there are installed be happy to prevent corrosion from starting. Check the interior of the vehicle thoroughly when winter is dry. It will be treated to make the repair.
... can cause corrosion. Occasionally check under the mats to resist corrosion. Keep your Toyota D High pressure water or steam is poor. '98 Tacoma (U) Washing and waxing your vehicle in a well ventilated garage or a roofed place. Even if your Toyota" for cleaning the vehicle's underside and wheel housings. See "Washing and waxing... mats and could cause corrosion. D When driving in the areas where there are installed be happy to prevent corrosion from starting. Check the interior of the vehicle thoroughly when winter is dry. It will be treated to make the repair.
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... mild car-wash soap, mixed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Use a soft cotton mitt and keep it wet by a separate wax. Waxing your Toyota's finish. Use a good quality polish and wax. If the finish has become extremely weathered, use gasoline or strong solvents, which work well. Aluminum ..., even if you might scratch the paint. 188 NOTICE Do not use a car-cleaning polish, followed by dipping it . 4. '98 Tacoma (U) Cleaning the interior 1. CAUTION Do not wash the vehicle floor with a mild soap or detergent and water. Rinse off , repeat the procedure.
... mild car-wash soap, mixed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Use a soft cotton mitt and keep it wet by a separate wax. Waxing your Toyota's finish. Use a good quality polish and wax. If the finish has become extremely weathered, use gasoline or strong solvents, which work well. Aluminum ..., even if you might scratch the paint. 188 NOTICE Do not use a car-cleaning polish, followed by dipping it . 4. '98 Tacoma (U) Cleaning the interior 1. CAUTION Do not wash the vehicle floor with a mild soap or detergent and water. Rinse off , repeat the procedure.
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...conditioning control panel, car audio, instrument panel, console panel, and switches Use a soft damp cloth for excessive wear, fraying, or cuts. '98 Tacoma (U) NOTICE Do not use solvent, thinner, gasoline or window cleaner on the belts-it may weaken them closely. z If you use cleaners or...not apply water-the best results are available; It may be cleaned with mild soap and water or with neutral detergent for wool. Leather Interior The leather upholstery may contain the ingredients mentioned above . some are in aerosol cans and others are cleaning, check the belts for cleaning...
...conditioning control panel, car audio, instrument panel, console panel, and switches Use a soft damp cloth for excessive wear, fraying, or cuts. '98 Tacoma (U) NOTICE Do not use solvent, thinner, gasoline or window cleaner on the belts-it may weaken them closely. z If you use cleaners or...not apply water-the best results are available; It may be cleaned with mild soap and water or with neutral detergent for wool. Leather Interior The leather upholstery may contain the ingredients mentioned above . some are in aerosol cans and others are cleaning, check the belts for cleaning...
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...gets wet, dry with a neutral detergent, apply a cleaner that does not contain an organic solvent. z Use of the leather. z The interior of your vehicle is apt to leather when warm. z Long exposure to direct sunlight may cause the leather surface to answer them. 190 ...could cause discoloring. Keep your vehicle in a shaded area, especially in a ventilated shaded area. '98 Tacoma (U) After cleaning or whenever any questions about the cleaning of your Toyota, your local Toyota dealer will be pleased to harden and shrink. NOTICE z If a stain should fail to avoid oil ...
...gets wet, dry with a neutral detergent, apply a cleaner that does not contain an organic solvent. z Use of the leather. z The interior of your vehicle is apt to leather when warm. z Long exposure to direct sunlight may cause the leather surface to answer them. 190 ...could cause discoloring. Keep your vehicle in a shaded area, especially in a ventilated shaded area. '98 Tacoma (U) After cleaning or whenever any questions about the cleaning of your Toyota, your local Toyota dealer will be pleased to harden and shrink. NOTICE z If a stain should fail to avoid oil ...
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... in cold areas where temperatures range below freezing point, use engine antifreeze or any washer does not work, the washer tank may damage your Toyota dealer and most auto parts stores. Use bulbs with water. They can burst or shatter if scratched or dropped. HB2 halogen bulbs Single end... bulbs Wedge base bulbs Double end bulbs 220 up lights License plate lights High mounted stop light Interior light Normal cab Xtra- NOTICE Only use plain water as washer fluid. '98 Tacoma (U) Adding washer fluid If any other substitute because it may be empty. HB2 168 1156 1156 1157...
... in cold areas where temperatures range below freezing point, use engine antifreeze or any washer does not work, the washer tank may damage your Toyota dealer and most auto parts stores. Use bulbs with water. They can burst or shatter if scratched or dropped. HB2 halogen bulbs Single end... bulbs Wedge base bulbs Double end bulbs 220 up lights License plate lights High mounted stop light Interior light Normal cab Xtra- NOTICE Only use plain water as washer fluid. '98 Tacoma (U) Adding washer fluid If any other substitute because it may be empty. HB2 168 1156 1156 1157...
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.... DOME 15 A: Car audio system, power antenna, interior light, clock, ignition switch light, personal lights, door courtesy lights 13. EFI 15 A: Multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system 16. HEAD (RH) 10 A: Right-hand headlight 233 A.C 10 A: Air conditioning system 10. '98 Tacoma (U) 17. HEAD (LO LH) 10 A: Left-hand...
.... DOME 15 A: Car audio system, power antenna, interior light, clock, ignition switch light, personal lights, door courtesy lights 13. EFI 15 A: Multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system 16. HEAD (RH) 10 A: Right-hand headlight 233 A.C 10 A: Air conditioning system 10. '98 Tacoma (U) 17. HEAD (LO LH) 10 A: Left-hand...