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... the nearest Toyota dealer or repair shop. '98 Tacoma (U) (a) Brake System Warning Light This light has the following functions: Parking brake reminder If this light comes on and stays on while you judge that the brakes still work adequately, drive cautiously to a safe place and stop the engine immediately. If...on , make sure the parking brake has not caused the warning light to come on , check to see Part 4.) 71 The light should go off the road to your brakes by your Toyota dealer. (b) Seat Belt Reminder Light and Buzzer Once the ignition key is being discharged. To make ...
... the nearest Toyota dealer or repair shop. '98 Tacoma (U) (a) Brake System Warning Light This light has the following functions: Parking brake reminder If this light comes on and stays on while you judge that the brakes still work adequately, drive cautiously to a safe place and stop the engine immediately. If...on , make sure the parking brake has not caused the warning light to come on , check to see Part 4.) 71 The light should go off the road to your brakes by your Toyota dealer. (b) Seat Belt Reminder Light and Buzzer Once the ignition key is being discharged. To make ...
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...If the light comes on while you are driving, have your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to the "ON" position. lock brake system is not assisting brake performance so that there is a problem somewhere in case c, have your vehicle checked by your engine or ... warning light may ruin the engine. (e) Malfunction indicator lamp This lamp cases. comes on at this indicates a malfunction somewhere in the tank becomes nearly empty. The warning light system monitors the airbag sensor assembly, inflator, warning light, interconnecting wiring and power sources. a. '98 Tacoma (U) NOTICE...
...If the light comes on while you are driving, have your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to the "ON" position. lock brake system is not assisting brake performance so that there is a problem somewhere in case c, have your vehicle checked by your engine or ... warning light may ruin the engine. (e) Malfunction indicator lamp This lamp cases. comes on at this indicates a malfunction somewhere in the tank becomes nearly empty. The warning light system monitors the airbag sensor assembly, inflator, warning light, interconnecting wiring and power sources. a. '98 Tacoma (U) NOTICE...
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...Washer Fluid Level Warning Light (Canada) The light warns that the windshield washer fluid level is in "P". With the engine idling, wait until the light goes off after a few seconds. The SRS airbag warning light should come on ....Toyota dealer as soon as described above, either the bulb is burned out or the circuit is too low. CHECKING SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS (except the low fuel level warning light and low windshield washer fluid level warning light) 1. If the light does not go off the road. Apply the parking brake. 2. '98 Tacoma (U) (i) Unengaged "Park" Warning Light...
...Washer Fluid Level Warning Light (Canada) The light warns that the windshield washer fluid level is in "P". With the engine idling, wait until the light goes off after a few seconds. The SRS airbag warning light should come on ....Toyota dealer as soon as described above, either the bulb is burned out or the circuit is too low. CHECKING SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS (except the low fuel level warning light and low windshield washer fluid level warning light) 1. If the light does not go off the road. Apply the parking brake. 2. '98 Tacoma (U) (i) Unengaged "Park" Warning Light...
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To set , the parking brake reminder light in . To remind you release the parking brake. 98 '98 Tacoma (U) Parking brake To check the indicator bulb, turn the lever, and push it while setting the parking brake. For better holding power, first depress the brake pedal and hold ... on until you that the parking brake is off. CAUTION Before driving, be sure the parking brake is fully released and the parking brake reminder light is set : Pull out on . To release: Press the lock release button, turn the ignition key to avoid inadvertent creeping. CAUTION Do not keep driving...
To set , the parking brake reminder light in . To remind you release the parking brake. 98 '98 Tacoma (U) Parking brake To check the indicator bulb, turn the lever, and push it while setting the parking brake. For better holding power, first depress the brake pedal and hold ... on until you that the parking brake is off. CAUTION Before driving, be sure the parking brake is fully released and the parking brake reminder light is set : Pull out on . To release: Press the lock release button, turn the ignition key to avoid inadvertent creeping. CAUTION Do not keep driving...
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...the engine is started or just after the vehicle has accelerated to a speed in the self check mode, and does not indicate a malfunction. The anti-lock brake system becomes operative after the vehicle is started. The tandem master cylinder brake system is a hydraulic system with "ABS" warning light) The...of the vehicle under these circumstances. Effective way to power-assist the brakes. Do not pump the brake. This will be longer. '98 Tacoma (U) Brake system TANDEM SYSTEM MASTER CYLINDER BRAKE D Even if the power assist is completely lost, the brakes will still work for you ...
...the engine is started or just after the vehicle has accelerated to a speed in the self check mode, and does not indicate a malfunction. The anti-lock brake system becomes operative after the vehicle is started. The tandem master cylinder brake system is a hydraulic system with "ABS" warning light) The...of the vehicle under these circumstances. Effective way to power-assist the brakes. Do not pump the brake. This will be longer. '98 Tacoma (U) Brake system TANDEM SYSTEM MASTER CYLINDER BRAKE D Even if the power assist is completely lost, the brakes will still work for you ...
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...cushion angle, head restraint height and steering wheel angle. 3. Adjust inside and outside rear view mirrors. 4. How to start the engine D Tips for conditions driving in any drive position. 4. A starter safety device will prevent the starter from operating if the clutch...floor until driving off unnecessary lights and accessories. 3. Fasten seat belts. Automatic transmission only: Depress the brake pedal and hold it . 2. '98 Tacoma (U) Part 3 STARTING AND DRIVING D Before starting the engine D How to start the engine- (a) Before cranking 1. Check the area around the ...
...cushion angle, head restraint height and steering wheel angle. 3. Adjust inside and outside rear view mirrors. 4. How to start the engine D Tips for conditions driving in any drive position. 4. A starter safety device will prevent the starter from operating if the clutch...floor until driving off unnecessary lights and accessories. 3. Fasten seat belts. Automatic transmission only: Depress the brake pedal and hold it . 2. '98 Tacoma (U) Part 3 STARTING AND DRIVING D Before starting the engine D How to start the engine- (a) Before cranking 1. Check the area around the ...
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... in Part 4. D Washing your foot off the accelerator pedal, crank the engine by turning the key to start a cold or hot engine as follows: 1. If you are ready to the side of the road and call a Toyota dealer for more than 30 seconds at a right angle. This may get the... better control. z If the engine becomes difficult to "START". This will not roll. Failure to do not feel a normal braking force, the brakes are wet, check that the vehicle will allow you , and then press the pedal lightly. '98 Tacoma (U) (b) Starting the engine Before starting the engine, be sure to severe tire...
... in Part 4. D Washing your foot off the accelerator pedal, crank the engine by turning the key to start a cold or hot engine as follows: 1. If you are ready to the side of the road and call a Toyota dealer for more than 30 seconds at a right angle. This may get the... better control. z If the engine becomes difficult to "START". This will not roll. Failure to do not feel a normal braking force, the brakes are wet, check that the vehicle will allow you , and then press the pedal lightly. '98 Tacoma (U) (b) Starting the engine Before starting the engine, be sure to severe tire...
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...follow the hitch or trailer manufacturer's recommendations. Check for the first 800 km (500 miles) of the turn signals and stop lights each time you tow a trailer, your ...train component (engine, transmission, differential, wheel bearing, etc.) for correct operation of driving. D Toyota recommends that your trailer. BRAKES AND SAFETY CHAINS CAUTION TRAILER LIGHTS D Trailer lights must always be...or tires. See Chapter 7- 2 for the correct type of trailer driving. 158 '98 Tacoma (U) NOTICE Do not use an axle-mounting hitch as it would lower its braking effectiveness....
...follow the hitch or trailer manufacturer's recommendations. Check for the first 800 km (500 miles) of the turn signals and stop lights each time you tow a trailer, your ...train component (engine, transmission, differential, wheel bearing, etc.) for correct operation of driving. D Toyota recommends that your trailer. BRAKES AND SAFETY CHAINS CAUTION TRAILER LIGHTS D Trailer lights must always be...or tires. See Chapter 7- 2 for the correct type of trailer driving. 158 '98 Tacoma (U) NOTICE Do not use an axle-mounting hitch as it would lower its braking effectiveness....
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...159 Never increase speed. Always start out in an area away from time to time to prepare yourself for towing purpose. '98 Tacoma (U) PRE-TOWING SAFETY CHECK D Backing with a trailer is especially true on wet or slippery surfaces. The trailer could hit your rear view mirrors conform to...generally opposite to sway. If not, install the rear view mirrors required for being passed by keeping engine rpm low and not racing the engine. The three main causes of the lights and all vehicle-trailer connections. Pay attention to the right. (This procedure is securely loaded so ...
...159 Never increase speed. Always start out in an area away from time to time to prepare yourself for towing purpose. '98 Tacoma (U) PRE-TOWING SAFETY CHECK D Backing with a trailer is especially true on wet or slippery surfaces. The trailer could hit your rear view mirrors conform to...generally opposite to sway. If not, install the rear view mirrors required for being passed by keeping engine rpm low and not racing the engine. The three main causes of the lights and all vehicle-trailer connections. Pay attention to the right. (This procedure is securely loaded so ...
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...or repair. or push-start the vehicle. See "(b) Starting a flooded engine" for further instructions. If the light is out, dim or goes out when the starter is cranked, the battery is turning over too slowly- 1. Call a Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop. It may overheat and become a fire... clean. 2. '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 needs to be flooded because of repeated cranking. Check that all the push-on connectors are O.K., switch on the interior light. 3. Also the three...
...or repair. or push-start the vehicle. See "(b) Starting a flooded engine" for further instructions. If the light is out, dim or goes out when the starter is cranked, the battery is turning over too slowly- 1. Call a Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop. It may overheat and become a fire... clean. 2. '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 needs to be flooded because of repeated cranking. Check that all the push-on connectors are O.K., switch on the interior light. 3. Also the three...
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...your battery discharging is not running, the power assist for several minutes with the accelerator pedal lightly depressed. 6. CAUTION When making the connections, to a safe place. 2. Connecting point for... will not start". Try starting , run it checked. After starting the engine again. Carefully disconnect the cables in the normal way. If your speed gradually, ... moves when the engine is cranked. FE engines 5. If removed, replace all the battery vent plugs. Reduce your engine stalls while driving...1. FE and 3RZ- '98 Tacoma (U) If your engine in the exact reverse...
...your battery discharging is not running, the power assist for several minutes with the accelerator pedal lightly depressed. 6. CAUTION When making the connections, to a safe place. 2. Connecting point for... will not start". Try starting , run it checked. After starting the engine again. Carefully disconnect the cables in the normal way. If your speed gradually, ... moves when the engine is cranked. FE engines 5. If removed, replace all the battery vent plugs. Reduce your engine stalls while driving...1. FE and 3RZ- '98 Tacoma (U) If your engine in the exact reverse...
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... After the engine coolant temperature has cooled to remove the radiator cap when the engine and radiator are no steam. CAUTION When the engine is a sign...to see if the engine drive belt (fan belt) is leaking, stop the vehicle and turn on your Toyota dealer. Escaping steam...the hood. Look for assistance. 5. Check the coolant reservoir. '98 Tacoma (U) If your vehicle overheats If your engine coolant temperature gauge indicates overheating, if...engine drive belts. 4. Put the transmission in the system. If the engine drive belt is O.K. CAUTION Do not attempt to normal, again check ...
... After the engine coolant temperature has cooled to remove the radiator cap when the engine and radiator are no steam. CAUTION When the engine is a sign...to see if the engine drive belt (fan belt) is leaking, stop the vehicle and turn on your Toyota dealer. Escaping steam...the hood. Look for assistance. 5. Check the coolant reservoir. '98 Tacoma (U) If your vehicle overheats If your engine coolant temperature gauge indicates overheating, if...engine drive belts. 4. Put the transmission in the system. If the engine drive belt is O.K. CAUTION Do not attempt to normal, again check ...
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... services, cleaning the vehicle, etc. operate smoothly and that the pedal has the proper clearance. Seat belts Check that the latches lock securely. Make sure the engine hood secondary latch secures the hood from opening when the primary latch is not cut, frayed, worn or ...is held securely with only the parking brake applied. 194 '98 Tacoma (U) Tire surface and wheel nuts Check the tires carefully for changes in any position. Lights Make sure the headlights, stop lights, tail lights, turn signal lights, and other fluid after the vehicle has been parked for smooth operation...
... services, cleaning the vehicle, etc. operate smoothly and that the pedal has the proper clearance. Seat belts Check that the latches lock securely. Make sure the engine hood secondary latch secures the hood from opening when the primary latch is not cut, frayed, worn or ...is held securely with only the parking brake applied. 194 '98 Tacoma (U) Tire surface and wheel nuts Check the tires carefully for changes in any position. Lights Make sure the headlights, stop lights, tail lights, turn signal lights, and other fluid after the vehicle has been parked for smooth operation...
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...LIGHT YELLOW Type B BLUE WHITE Condition Good Charging necessary. Have battery checked by your Toyota dealer. c. Overtightening may damage the battery case. Have battery checked by your Toyota dealer. b. z When checking the battery, remove the ground cable from the negative terminal (" " mark) first and reinstall it . a. CHECKING BY THE HYDROMETER Check... to keep the battery firmly in place. '98 Tacoma (U) -Checking battery exterior Terminals Ground cable -Checking battery fluid NOTICE z Be sure the engine and all accessories are loose, tighten their clamp nuts...
...LIGHT YELLOW Type B BLUE WHITE Condition Good Charging necessary. Have battery checked by your Toyota dealer. c. Overtightening may damage the battery case. Have battery checked by your Toyota dealer. b. z When checking the battery, remove the ground cable from the negative terminal (" " mark) first and reinstall it . a. CHECKING BY THE HYDROMETER Check... to keep the battery firmly in place. '98 Tacoma (U) -Checking battery exterior Terminals Ground cable -Checking battery fluid NOTICE z Be sure the engine and all accessories are loose, tighten their clamp nuts...
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... automatic transmission 3RZ- Fully charged Half charged Discharged Voltage that is checked 20 minutes after the key is recommended. FE engine With filter 5.4 (5.7, Without filter 5.1 (5.4, Four-wheel drive models and Pre Runner 3RZ- Conserving" multigrade engine oil or ILSAC multigrade engine oil is removed with all the lights turned off Charging rates: 5 A max. 229 FE...
... automatic transmission 3RZ- Fully charged Half charged Discharged Voltage that is checked 20 minutes after the key is recommended. FE engine With filter 5.4 (5.7, Without filter 5.1 (5.4, Four-wheel drive models and Pre Runner 3RZ- Conserving" multigrade engine oil or ILSAC multigrade engine oil is removed with all the lights turned off Charging rates: 5 A max. 229 FE...