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Passenger airbag cutoff switch 5. Cigarette lighter 9. '98 Tacoma (U) 1. Wiper and washer switches 3. Clock 11. Cruise control switch 14. Instrument panel light control knob 16. Rear differential lock button 15. Air conditioning controls 6. Parking brake lever 12. Ignition switch 13. Clutch start cancel switch (manual transmission) or driving pattern selector button (automatic transmission) 3 Ashtray 8. Car audio 7. Emergency flasher switch 4. Headlight and turn signal switch 2. Power outlets 10.
Passenger airbag cutoff switch 5. Cigarette lighter 9. '98 Tacoma (U) 1. Wiper and washer switches 3. Clock 11. Cruise control switch 14. Instrument panel light control knob 16. Rear differential lock button 15. Air conditioning controls 6. Parking brake lever 12. Ignition switch 13. Clutch start cancel switch (manual transmission) or driving pattern selector button (automatic transmission) 3 Ashtray 8. Car audio 7. Emergency flasher switch 4. Headlight and turn signal switch 2. Power outlets 10.
Owners Manual
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'98 Tacoma (U) Part 1 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS- When starting tips, see Part 3. The key will remind you to remove the key. This is locked. If you ... key in , and then rock the steering wheel slightly while turning the key gently. 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- Chapter 1- 6 Ignition switch, Transmission and Parking brake D Ignition switch with steering lock...
'98 Tacoma (U) Part 1 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS- When starting tips, see Part 3. The key will remind you to remove the key. This is locked. If you ... key in , and then rock the steering wheel slightly while turning the key gently. 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- Chapter 1- 6 Ignition switch, Transmission and Parking brake D Ignition switch with steering lock...
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... If you cannot shift the selector lever from the "P" position even though the brake pedal is easy. And do not use the clutch to forward or reverse gear. Recommended shifting speeds The transmission is fully synchronized and upshifting or downshifting is depressed, use the parking brake...) 4 to 3 64 (40) 5 to the transmission and other ways such as shown above. Press the clutch pedal down fully while shifting, and then release it will cause clutch trouble. '98 Tacoma (U) Manual transmission NOTICE If you rock your vehicle, observe the following speeds: 2RZ- Do not rest your foot...
... If you cannot shift the selector lever from the "P" position even though the brake pedal is easy. And do not use the clutch to forward or reverse gear. Recommended shifting speeds The transmission is fully synchronized and upshifting or downshifting is depressed, use the parking brake...) 4 to 3 64 (40) 5 to the transmission and other ways such as shown above. Press the clutch pedal down fully while shifting, and then release it will cause clutch trouble. '98 Tacoma (U) Manual transmission NOTICE If you rock your vehicle, observe the following speeds: 2RZ- Do not rest your foot...
Owners Manual
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...further instructions. See "(d) Shifting procedure (lever type)" for climbing or descending steep hills, off-road driving, and hard pulling in neutral, release the clutch pedal momentarily, and then try again. "H2" (high speed position, two-wheel drive): Lever at "H4" Use this for normal driving on when...): Lever at "H2" Use this for maximum power and traction. CAUTION Be careful when downshifting on wet, icy or snow-covered roads. '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 "...
...further instructions. See "(d) Shifting procedure (lever type)" for climbing or descending steep hills, off-road driving, and hard pulling in neutral, release the clutch pedal momentarily, and then try again. "H2" (high speed position, two-wheel drive): Lever at "H4" Use this for normal driving on when...): Lever at "H2" Use this for maximum power and traction. CAUTION Be careful when downshifting on wet, icy or snow-covered roads. '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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... before shifting. Also, disengage both the free-wheeling hubs. This will assure that the front drive components are slipping. You need not depress the clutch pedal. 92 D Never drive with manual transmission) SHIFTING BETWEEN "H2" AND "H4" With free-wheeling hubs To shift from "H4" to... "(d) Shifting procedure". This can be done when the vehicle is stopped, or moving straight ahead at least 16 km (10 miles) each month. '98 Tacoma (U) (c) A.D.D. (automatic disconnecting differential) The A.D.D. Also, engage both the free-wheeling hubs for at speeds of 40 km/h (25 mph) or less....
... before shifting. Also, disengage both the free-wheeling hubs. This will assure that the front drive components are slipping. You need not depress the clutch pedal. 92 D Never drive with manual transmission) SHIFTING BETWEEN "H2" AND "H4" With free-wheeling hubs To shift from "H4" to... "(d) Shifting procedure". This can be done when the vehicle is stopped, or moving straight ahead at least 16 km (10 miles) each month. '98 Tacoma (U) (c) A.D.D. (automatic disconnecting differential) The A.D.D. Also, engage both the free-wheeling hubs for at speeds of 40 km/h (25 mph) or less....
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... front drive control lever. 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. This can be done at any vehicle speed. This can be done at any vehicle speed...than 80 km/h (50 mph) and move the front drive control lever. You need not depress the clutch pedal. To shift from "H4" to "L4", stop the vehicle and reshift. With A.D.D. '98 Tacoma (U) (d) Shifting procedure (lever type with only one hub engaged. lever if wheels are slipping. To ...
... front drive control lever. 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. This can be done at any vehicle speed. This can be done at any vehicle speed...than 80 km/h (50 mph) and move the front drive control lever. You need not depress the clutch pedal. To shift from "H4" to "L4", stop the vehicle and reshift. With A.D.D. '98 Tacoma (U) (d) Shifting procedure (lever type with only one hub engaged. lever if wheels are slipping. To ...
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... drive in reverse. CAUTION Never move the front drive control lever. Stop the slipping or spinning before shifting. You need not depress the clutch pedal. This can be done at any vehicle speed. If the indicator light does not go off when you have trouble shifting in cold...move the front drive control lever. SHIFTING BETWEEN "H4" AND "L4" To shift between "H4" and "L4", stop the vehicle and reshift. '98 Tacoma (U) (d) Shifting procedure (lever/button type with manual transmission) If the indicator light does not go off when you shift the transfer into "H2", drive straight...
... drive in reverse. CAUTION Never move the front drive control lever. Stop the slipping or spinning before shifting. You need not depress the clutch pedal. This can be done at any vehicle speed. If the indicator light does not go off when you have trouble shifting in cold...move the front drive control lever. SHIFTING BETWEEN "H4" AND "L4" To shift between "H4" and "L4", stop the vehicle and reshift. '98 Tacoma (U) (d) Shifting procedure (lever/button type with manual transmission) If the indicator light does not go off when you shift the transfer into "H2", drive straight...
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... BETWEEN "H2" AND "H4" To shift from "H2" to "H4", reduce your foot off . With your speed to less than 8 km/h (5 mph). '98 Tacoma (U) (d) Shifting procedure (lever/button type with automatic transmission) To shift from "H4" to "H2", push the "4WD" button again to turn it off the accelerator... pedal, depress the clutch pedal and move the front drive control lever. when the button is pushed in the "4WD" button, drive straight ahead while accelerating or decelerating. If...
... BETWEEN "H2" AND "H4" To shift from "H2" to "H4", reduce your foot off . With your speed to less than 8 km/h (5 mph). '98 Tacoma (U) (d) Shifting procedure (lever/button type with automatic transmission) To shift from "H4" to "H2", push the "4WD" button again to turn it off the accelerator... pedal, depress the clutch pedal and move the front drive control lever. when the button is pushed in the "4WD" button, drive straight ahead while accelerating or decelerating. If...
Owners Manual
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..., resulting in an accident. D Do not drive over 8 km/h (5 mph) when the differential is locked. 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 locked. Except for Pre Runner models... shift the front drive control lever out of "L4". To unlock the differential, switch once again. To lock the rear differential, push the switch. '98 Tacoma (U) CAUTION Do not use the rear differential lock in motion.
..., resulting in an accident. D Do not drive over 8 km/h (5 mph) when the differential is locked. 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 locked. Except for Pre Runner models... shift the front drive control lever out of "L4". To unlock the differential, switch once again. To lock the rear differential, push the switch. '98 Tacoma (U) CAUTION Do not use the rear differential lock in motion.
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...vehicle speed falls below the preset speed, the preset speed will not be resumed. 100 '98 Tacoma (U) If you need acceleration-for example, when passing-depress the accelerator pedal enough for the above ...is cancelled. Pulling the lever in the "RES/ACC" direction and hold it . Depressing the clutch pedal (manual transmission) If the vehicle speed falls below about 40 km/h (25 mph), the...automatically cancel out. CANCELLING THE PRESET SPEED You can cancel the preset speed by your Toyota dealer at the earliest opportunity. Depressing the brake pedal c. If the preset speed automatically ...
...vehicle speed falls below the preset speed, the preset speed will not be resumed. 100 '98 Tacoma (U) If you need acceleration-for example, when passing-depress the accelerator pedal enough for the above ...is cancelled. Pulling the lever in the "RES/ACC" direction and hold it . Depressing the clutch pedal (manual transmission) If the vehicle speed falls below about 40 km/h (25 mph), the...automatically cancel out. CANCELLING THE PRESET SPEED You can cancel the preset speed by your Toyota dealer at the earliest opportunity. Depressing the brake pedal c. If the preset speed automatically ...
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... indicator light indicate the system is This switch cancels the clutch start system, which is the case, contact your Toyota dealer and have your vehicle inspected. To crank the engine without depressing the clutch pedal, push the switch with the ignition on . '98 Tacoma (U) Clutch start cancel switch (four-wheel drive models with manual transmission...
... indicator light indicate the system is This switch cancels the clutch start system, which is the case, contact your Toyota dealer and have your vehicle inspected. To crank the engine without depressing the clutch pedal, push the switch with the ignition on . '98 Tacoma (U) Clutch start cancel switch (four-wheel drive models with manual transmission...
Owners Manual
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'98 Tacoma (U) Part 3 STARTING AND DRIVING D Before starting the engine 1. Check the area around the vehicle before entering it to the floor until the engine is moving, ... selector lever in various Before starting the engine D How to restart the engine while the vehicle is started. Apply the parking brake firmly. 2. Hold the clutch pedal to save fuel and make your vehicle last longer, too 151 If you need to start the engine- (a) Before cranking 1. A starter safety device will...
'98 Tacoma (U) Part 3 STARTING AND DRIVING D Before starting the engine 1. Check the area around the vehicle before entering it to the floor until the engine is moving, ... selector lever in various Before starting the engine D How to restart the engine while the vehicle is started. Apply the parking brake firmly. 2. Hold the clutch pedal to save fuel and make your vehicle last longer, too 151 If you need to start the engine- (a) Before cranking 1. A starter safety device will...
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... turn , the trailer wheels will handle differently than the vehicle wheels to the left . Passing requires considerable distance. '98 Tacoma (U) PRE-TOWING SAFETY CHECK D Backing with the steering or brakes, the vehicle and trailer will stabilize. After driving a short... distance, stop and recheck the lights and connections. Move your vehicle has a manual transmission, prevent excessive clutch slippage by making a turn . D Check that it cannot shift. This is securely loaded so that your trailer and be increased when...
... turn , the trailer wheels will handle differently than the vehicle wheels to the left . Passing requires considerable distance. '98 Tacoma (U) PRE-TOWING SAFETY CHECK D Backing with the steering or brakes, the vehicle and trailer will stabilize. After driving a short... distance, stop and recheck the lights and connections. Move your vehicle has a manual transmission, prevent excessive clutch slippage by making a turn . D Check that it cannot shift. This is securely loaded so that your trailer and be increased when...
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... Avoid holding the brake pedal down and downshift before descending steep or long downhill grades. 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 ...72 km/h (45 mph) or the posted towing speed limit, whichever is lower. When restarting out after performing the following: 1. '98 Tacoma (U) D In order to overheat and result in reduced braking efficiency. 160 Have someone place wheel blocks under both the vehicle and trailer ...
... Avoid holding the brake pedal down and downshift before descending steep or long downhill grades. 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 ...72 km/h (45 mph) or the posted towing speed limit, whichever is lower. When restarting out after performing the following: 1. '98 Tacoma (U) D In order to overheat and result in reduced braking efficiency. 160 Have someone place wheel blocks under both the vehicle and trailer ...
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... front wheels in turn off the engine and start again later. Avoid hitting the curb and slow down . Remember, however, that your foot on the clutch or brake pedal. Try to time the traffic signals so you only need to stop as little as possible. This will also reduce wear on... maintenance (For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to the separate "Owner's Manual Supplement/ Maintenance Schedule"). D Avoid long engine idling. The faster you have 161 '98 Tacoma (U) How to save money on both fuel and repairs: D Avoid engine lug or overrevving.
... front wheels in turn off the engine and start again later. Avoid hitting the curb and slow down . Remember, however, that your foot on the clutch or brake pedal. Try to time the traffic signals so you only need to stop as little as possible. This will also reduce wear on... maintenance (For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to the separate "Owner's Manual Supplement/ Maintenance Schedule"). D Avoid long engine idling. The faster you have 161 '98 Tacoma (U) How to save money on both fuel and repairs: D Avoid engine lug or overrevving.
Owners Manual
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...the vehicle has been parked for smooth operation. Steering wheel Be alert for additional information. Accelerator pedal Check the pedal for looseness. Clutch pedal Check the pedal for a while. Brakes At a safe place, check that the latches lock securely. Fluid leaks Check ...or strange noise. operate smoothly and that all latches lock securely in steering condition, such as seat adjusters, seatback recliner, etc. '98 Tacoma (U) Tire surface and wheel nuts Check the tires carefully for additional information. See Chapter 7- 2 for cuts, damage or excessive wear. See...
...the vehicle has been parked for smooth operation. Steering wheel Be alert for additional information. Accelerator pedal Check the pedal for looseness. Clutch pedal Check the pedal for a while. Brakes At a safe place, check that the latches lock securely. Fluid leaks Check ...or strange noise. operate smoothly and that all latches lock securely in steering condition, such as seat adjusters, seatback recliner, etc. '98 Tacoma (U) Tire surface and wheel nuts Check the tires carefully for additional information. See Chapter 7- 2 for cuts, damage or excessive wear. See...
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... in the "HOT'' or "COLD'' range depending on the fluid temperature. spongy feeling brake or clutch pedal; IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT Items listed below should be checked from the air conditioning after use is correct. '98 Tacoma (U) Does your vehicle is held securely with the selector lever in "P'' position and all battery...
... in the "HOT'' or "COLD'' range depending on the fluid temperature. spongy feeling brake or clutch pedal; IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT Items listed below should be checked from the air conditioning after use is correct. '98 Tacoma (U) Does your vehicle is held securely with the selector lever in "P'' position and all battery...
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... Pre Runner 2RZ- qt.): 1.0 (1.1, 0.9) Oil type: Gear Oil API GL-4 or GL-5 Recommended oil viscosity: SAE 75W- 90 (qt., DIFFERENTIAL Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp. '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.): 2RZ- qt.): Two-wheel...
... Pre Runner 2RZ- qt.): 1.0 (1.1, 0.9) Oil type: Gear Oil API GL-4 or GL-5 Recommended oil viscosity: SAE 75W- 90 (qt., DIFFERENTIAL Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp. '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.): 2RZ- qt.): Two-wheel...
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... light, clock, ignition switch light, personal lights, door courtesy lights 13. HEAD (RH) 10 A: Right-hand headlight 233 A.C 10 A: Air conditioning system 10. '98 Tacoma (U) 17. STA 7.5 A: Clutch start cancel system, starting system, charging system, air conditioning system 21. GAUGE 10 A: Gauges and meters, back-up lights, cruise control system, power antenna...
... light, clock, ignition switch light, personal lights, door courtesy lights 13. HEAD (RH) 10 A: Right-hand headlight 233 A.C 10 A: Air conditioning system 10. '98 Tacoma (U) 17. STA 7.5 A: Clutch start cancel system, starting system, charging system, air conditioning system 21. GAUGE 10 A: Gauges and meters, back-up lights, cruise control system, power antenna...
Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide
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... and all internal parts,supercharger housing, and all internal parts, engine control Transmission and Transaxle: Case and all internal parts, torque converter, clutch - 9 - 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.
... and all internal parts,supercharger housing, and all internal parts, engine control Transmission and Transaxle: Case and all internal parts, torque converter, clutch - 9 - 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.