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Cigarette lighter 9. Power outlets 10. '98 Tacoma (U) 1. Emergency flasher switch 4. Car audio 7. Parking brake lever 12. Rear differential lock button 15. Air conditioning controls 6. Cruise control switch 14. Headlight and turn signal switch 2. Clock 11. Clutch start cancel switch (manual transmission) or driving pattern selector button (automatic transmission) 3 Wiper and washer switches 3. Ignition switch 13. Passenger airbag cutoff switch 5. Ashtray 8. Instrument panel light control knob 16.
Cigarette lighter 9. Power outlets 10. '98 Tacoma (U) 1. Emergency flasher switch 4. Car audio 7. Parking brake lever 12. Rear differential lock button 15. Air conditioning controls 6. Cruise control switch 14. Headlight and turn signal switch 2. Clock 11. Clutch start cancel switch (manual transmission) or driving pattern selector button (automatic transmission) 3 Wiper and washer switches 3. Ignition switch 13. Passenger airbag cutoff switch 5. Ashtray 8. Instrument panel light control knob 16.
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If this light flashes, see "Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers" in Chapter 1- 6. 7 '98 Tacoma (U) Rear differential lock indicator light Cruise control indicator light∗2 ∗1 : ∗2 : For details, see "Cruise control" in Chapter 1- 5.
If this light flashes, see "Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers" in Chapter 1- 6. 7 '98 Tacoma (U) Rear differential lock indicator light Cruise control indicator light∗2 ∗1 : ∗2 : For details, see "Cruise control" in Chapter 1- 5.
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... the brake system warning light is turned to the "ACC" or "ON" position. The anti-lock brake system does not operate when the rear differential is operating properly. D The light comes on -even for instructions.) b. On inclines or curves, due to be on at this indicates a malfunction... about 6 seconds, the light will go off. The fuel tank is a problem somewhere in your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. '98 Tacoma (U) NOTICE Do not drive the vehicle with rear differential lock system- The light will come on when the ignition key is not tightened securely. (See "Fuel...
... the brake system warning light is turned to the "ACC" or "ON" position. The anti-lock brake system does not operate when the rear differential is operating properly. D The light comes on -even for instructions.) b. On inclines or curves, due to be on at this indicates a malfunction... about 6 seconds, the light will go off. The fuel tank is a problem somewhere in your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. '98 Tacoma (U) NOTICE Do not drive the vehicle with rear differential lock system- The light will come on when the ignition key is not tightened securely. (See "Fuel...
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... the engine, the key may seem stuck at this will return to remove the key. This is not running. "LOCK"-Engine is off . '98 Tacoma (U) Part 1 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS- If you leave the key in the "ACC" or "LOCK" position and open the driver's door, ...the key gently. CAUTION "START"-Starter motor on . To free it, first be removed only at the "LOCK" position. wheel drive system D Rear differential lock system D Parking brake D Cruise control D Clutch start cancel switch Ignition switch with steering lock You must be damaged. 75 "ACC"-Accessories such ...
... the engine, the key may seem stuck at this will return to remove the key. This is not running. "LOCK"-Engine is off . '98 Tacoma (U) Part 1 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS- If you leave the key in the "ACC" or "LOCK" position and open the driver's door, ...the key gently. CAUTION "START"-Starter motor on . To free it, first be removed only at the "LOCK" position. wheel drive system D Rear differential lock system D Parking brake D Cruise control D Clutch start cancel switch Ignition switch with steering lock You must be damaged. 75 "ACC"-Accessories such ...
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... (lever type with only one hub engaged. You should drive in "(d) Shifting procedure". This will assure that the front drive components are slipping. '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. You need not depress the clutch...
... (lever type with only one hub engaged. You should drive in "(d) Shifting procedure". This will assure that the front drive components are slipping. '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. You need not depress the clutch...
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... one of the rear wheels is pushed in, the transfer shifts into "H4"; '98 Tacoma (U) Rear differential lock system To shift from "L4" to "H2" or "H4", stop the vehicle ..."H2", drive straight ahead while accelerating or decelerating, or drive in "N". Except for use the rear differential lock system. 96 If the indicator light does not go off . With your foot holding down the... brake pedal, move the front drive control lever. The rear differential lock system is left out, the transfer shifts into "L4" with the free-wheeling hubs engaged to...
... one of the rear wheels is pushed in, the transfer shifts into "H4"; '98 Tacoma (U) Rear differential lock system To shift from "L4" to "H2" or "H4", stop the vehicle ..."H2", drive straight ahead while accelerating or decelerating, or drive in "N". Except for use the rear differential lock system. 96 If the indicator light does not go off . With your foot holding down the... brake pedal, move the front drive control lever. The rear differential lock system is left out, the transfer shifts into "L4" with the free-wheeling hubs engaged to...
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...resulting in the conditions other than above. Except for Pre Runner models The differential will stop the wheels before locking the differential. '98 Tacoma (U) CAUTION Do not use the rear differential lock in an accident. Otherwise, the vehicle may also lead to possible damage to... stop blinking and remain on. To lock the rear differential, push the switch. It is ...
...resulting in the conditions other than above. Except for Pre Runner models The differential will stop the wheels before locking the differential. '98 Tacoma (U) CAUTION Do not use the rear differential lock in an accident. Otherwise, the vehicle may also lead to possible damage to... stop blinking and remain on. To lock the rear differential, push the switch. It is ...
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...To release: Press the lock release button, turn the ignition key to avoid inadvertent creeping. 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. When parking, firmly apply the parking... "ON" position, but do not start the engine. To set , the parking brake reminder light in . CAUTION Do not keep driving with the differential lock switch on the lever. For better holding power, first depress the brake pedal and hold it in the instrument panel remains on until you...
...To release: Press the lock release button, turn the ignition key to avoid inadvertent creeping. 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. When parking, firmly apply the parking... "ON" position, but do not start the engine. To set , the parking brake reminder light in . CAUTION Do not keep driving with the differential lock switch on the lever. For better holding power, first depress the brake pedal and hold it in the instrument panel remains on until you...
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...and do not mix tires or wheels of you. D The light comes on with rear differential lock system- Compared with vehicles not fitted with an anti-lock brake system, your Toyota dealer as soon as described above, or remains on roads where the road surface is locked...differences in surface height. D The system comes into operation with the rear differential unlocked. It is turned to the "ON" position. D The light does not comes on while driving with the rear differential locked. '98 Tacoma (U) Always maintain a safe distance from operating at this indicates a malfunction...
...and do not mix tires or wheels of you. D The light comes on with rear differential lock system- Compared with vehicles not fitted with an anti-lock brake system, your Toyota dealer as soon as described above, or remains on roads where the road surface is locked...differences in surface height. D The system comes into operation with the rear differential unlocked. It is turned to the "ON" position. D The light does not comes on while driving with the rear differential locked. '98 Tacoma (U) Always maintain a safe distance from operating at this indicates a malfunction...
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... or travel . D State and Local Parks and Recreation Departments D State Motor Vehicle Bureau D Recreational Vehicle Clubs D U.S. '98 Tacoma (U) Off-road driving precautions (four-wheel drive models only) When driving your vehicle off-road, please observe the following precautions to ensure... after driving in areas where off any such matter from wheel bearings, causing rusting and premature failure, and may also enter the differentials, transmission and transfer case, reducing the gear oil's lubricating qualities. Do not take unnecessary risks by driving in U.S. a. Drive...
... or travel . D State and Local Parks and Recreation Departments D State Motor Vehicle Bureau D Recreational Vehicle Clubs D U.S. '98 Tacoma (U) Off-road driving precautions (four-wheel drive models only) When driving your vehicle off-road, please observe the following precautions to ensure... after driving in areas where off any such matter from wheel bearings, causing rusting and premature failure, and may also enter the differentials, transmission and transfer case, reducing the gear oil's lubricating qualities. Do not take unnecessary risks by driving in U.S. a. Drive...
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...and the trailer. Check for instructions. D Toyota recommends that you hitch up. See Chapter 7- 2 for correct operation of driving. See your trailer. Leave sufficient slack in respect to any new power train component (engine, transmission, differential, wheel bearing, etc.) for the first... 800 km (500 miles) of the turn signals and stop lights each time you do not tow a trailer with a new vehicle or a vehicle with brakes that your vehicle will require more frequent maintenance due to both the trailer and the vehicle. '98 Tacoma...
...and the trailer. Check for instructions. D Toyota recommends that you hitch up. See Chapter 7- 2 for correct operation of driving. See your trailer. Leave sufficient slack in respect to any new power train component (engine, transmission, differential, wheel bearing, etc.) for the first... 800 km (500 miles) of the turn signals and stop lights each time you do not tow a trailer with a new vehicle or a vehicle with brakes that your vehicle will require more frequent maintenance due to both the trailer and the vehicle. '98 Tacoma...
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...A.D.D. 1.15 (1.2, 1.0) Except A.D.D. 1.1 (1.2, 1.0) Rear Short wheel base With rear differential lock system 2.65 (2.8, 2.3) Without rear differential lock system 2.55 (2.7, 2.2) Extra long wheel base 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) ... 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. qt.): 2RZ- '98 Tacoma (U) CLUTCH Pedal freeplay, mm (in.): 5-15 (0.2-0.6) Fluid type: SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT...
...A.D.D. 1.15 (1.2, 1.0) Except A.D.D. 1.1 (1.2, 1.0) Rear Short wheel base With rear differential lock system 2.65 (2.8, 2.3) Without rear differential lock system 2.55 (2.7, 2.2) Extra long wheel base 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) ... 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. qt.): 2RZ- '98 Tacoma (U) CLUTCH Pedal freeplay, mm (in.): 5-15 (0.2-0.6) Fluid type: SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT...
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...antenna Engine compartment (Canada) Instrument panel 6. ALT-S 7.5 A: Charging system 12. HORN horns 15 A: Emergency flashers, 15. '98 Tacoma (U) 17. HEAD (RH) 10 A: Right-hand headlight 233 PANEL 10 A: Emergency flashers, heater control system, air conditioning system, gauges... and meters, clock, car audio system, overdrive indicator light, glovebox light, cigarette lighter, instrument panel lights, rear differential lock system, Multiport fuel injection system/ sequential multiport fuel injection system, electronically controlled automatic transmission system 9. HEAD (LO...
...antenna Engine compartment (Canada) Instrument panel 6. ALT-S 7.5 A: Charging system 12. HORN horns 15 A: Emergency flashers, 15. '98 Tacoma (U) 17. HEAD (RH) 10 A: Right-hand headlight 233 PANEL 10 A: Emergency flashers, heater control system, air conditioning system, gauges... and meters, clock, car audio system, overdrive indicator light, glovebox light, cigarette lighter, instrument panel lights, rear differential lock system, Multiport fuel injection system/ sequential multiport fuel injection system, electronically controlled automatic transmission system 9. HEAD (LO...
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... items indicated in heavy commercial use such as required: (4Runner, RAV4, Tacoma [4WD], T100 [4WD]) Brake pads and discs Brake linings and drums Brake lines and hoses Transmission, transfer, and differential oil/fluid Wheel bearings Steering linkage and boots Air cleaner filter Grease the... Special Operating Conditions listed in the next column, you meet the requirements for long distances as in the maintenance box performed on your Toyota should not require the additional maintenance items. Special Operating Conditions: 1. Towing a trailer or using a camper or cartop carrier. 2. ...
... items indicated in heavy commercial use such as required: (4Runner, RAV4, Tacoma [4WD], T100 [4WD]) Brake pads and discs Brake linings and drums Brake lines and hoses Transmission, transfer, and differential oil/fluid Wheel bearings Steering linkage and boots Air cleaner filter Grease the... Special Operating Conditions listed in the next column, you meet the requirements for long distances as in the maintenance box performed on your Toyota should not require the additional maintenance items. Special Operating Conditions: 1. Towing a trailer or using a camper or cartop carrier. 2. ...
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...Steering Knuckle Grease Repack the steering knuckles with molybdenumdisulfide lithium base chassis grease,and retorque the flange bolts. Automatic Transmission, Transfer, and Differential Oil For RAV4, inspect each component for signs of this supplement, change the oil when scheduled. For all models, if the ... 24 hours after submerged regardless of the maintenance intervals. Replace every 60,000 miles or 48 months. SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE 33 For Tacoma, 4Runner, and T100, lubricate the propeller shaft(s) spiders and slide yokes with lithium-base chassis grease and the double cardan ...
...Steering Knuckle Grease Repack the steering knuckles with molybdenumdisulfide lithium base chassis grease,and retorque the flange bolts. Automatic Transmission, Transfer, and Differential Oil For RAV4, inspect each component for signs of this supplement, change the oil when scheduled. For all models, if the ... 24 hours after submerged regardless of the maintenance intervals. Replace every 60,000 miles or 48 months. SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE 33 For Tacoma, 4Runner, and T100, lubricate the propeller shaft(s) spiders and slide yokes with lithium-base chassis grease and the double cardan ...
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...(RAV4 and all 4WD) __ Limited-slip differential oil (RAV4) __ Automatic transmission and differential oil Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating Conditions: Please refer to page 30 of this supplement to determine if your Toyota requires the additional maintenance items. Inspect air ...filter Replace automatic transmission and differential oil Inspect body/chassis nuts and bolts Dealer Service Verification Date Mileage MAINTENANCE LOG...
...(RAV4 and all 4WD) __ Limited-slip differential oil (RAV4) __ Automatic transmission and differential oil Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating Conditions: Please refer to page 30 of this supplement to determine if your Toyota requires the additional maintenance items. Inspect air ...filter Replace automatic transmission and differential oil Inspect body/chassis nuts and bolts Dealer Service Verification Date Mileage MAINTENANCE LOG...
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... for Special Operating Conditions: Please refer to page 30 of this supplement to determine if your Toyota requires the additional maintenance items. Replace transmission, transfer, and differential oil Inspect body/chassis nuts and bolts Dealer Service Verification Repack front wheel bearings (except RAV4,... 4Runner, and 4WDTacoma with ADD) Lubricate propeller shaft (re-torque bolts) (4WD, except RAV4) Lubricate drive shaft bushing (4WD T100 and 4WD Tacoma without ADD...
... for Special Operating Conditions: Please refer to page 30 of this supplement to determine if your Toyota requires the additional maintenance items. Replace transmission, transfer, and differential oil Inspect body/chassis nuts and bolts Dealer Service Verification Repack front wheel bearings (except RAV4,... 4Runner, and 4WDTacoma with ADD) Lubricate propeller shaft (re-torque bolts) (4WD, except RAV4) Lubricate drive shaft bushing (4WD T100 and 4WD Tacoma without ADD...
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...follow 5,000-mile oil change intervals or the shaded background boxes to determine if your Toyota requires the additional maintenance items. Inspect air filter Replace automatic transmission and differential oil Inspect body/chassis nuts and bolts Dealer Service Verification Date Mileage MAINTENANCE LOG 50...and to determine which interval is right for Special Operating Conditions: Please refer to page 30 of this supplement to determine if your Toyota requires the additional maintenance items. Lubricate propeller shaft (re-torque bolts) (4WD, except RAV4) Inspect the following : __ Exhaust ...
...follow 5,000-mile oil change intervals or the shaded background boxes to determine if your Toyota requires the additional maintenance items. Inspect air filter Replace automatic transmission and differential oil Inspect body/chassis nuts and bolts Dealer Service Verification Date Mileage MAINTENANCE LOG 50...and to determine which interval is right for Special Operating Conditions: Please refer to page 30 of this supplement to determine if your Toyota requires the additional maintenance items. Lubricate propeller shaft (re-torque bolts) (4WD, except RAV4) Inspect the following : __ Exhaust ...
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...Control Warranty. 2 Non-maintenance item except for Special Operating Conditions: Please refer to page 30 of this supplement to determine if your Toyota requires the additional maintenance items. Lubricate propeller shaft (re-torque bolts) (4WD, except RAV4) Inspect the following: __ Drive shaft boots...Service Verification Lubricate propeller shaft (re-torque bolts) (4WD, except RAV4) Lubricate drive shaft bushing (4WD T100 and 4WD Tacoma without ADD) Replace limited-slip differential oil (RAV4) __ Exhaust pipes and mountings __ Brake: linings, discs/drums, lines, hoses __ Steering linkages __ ...
...Control Warranty. 2 Non-maintenance item except for Special Operating Conditions: Please refer to page 30 of this supplement to determine if your Toyota requires the additional maintenance items. Lubricate propeller shaft (re-torque bolts) (4WD, except RAV4) Inspect the following: __ Drive shaft boots...Service Verification Lubricate propeller shaft (re-torque bolts) (4WD, except RAV4) Lubricate drive shaft bushing (4WD T100 and 4WD Tacoma without ADD) Replace limited-slip differential oil (RAV4) __ Exhaust pipes and mountings __ Brake: linings, discs/drums, lines, hoses __ Steering linkages __ ...
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... engine oil and oil filter Rotate tires Additional Maintenance Items for your Toyota requires the additional maintenance items. - 98 - __ Limited-slip differential oil (RAV4) __ Automatic transmission and differential oil Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating Conditions: Please refer to page... 30 of this supplement to determine if your Toyota requires the additional maintenance items. Inspect air filter Replace automatic transmission and differential oil Inspect body/chassis nuts and bolts Dealer Service Verification Date Mileage MAINTENANCE LOG...
... engine oil and oil filter Rotate tires Additional Maintenance Items for your Toyota requires the additional maintenance items. - 98 - __ Limited-slip differential oil (RAV4) __ Automatic transmission and differential oil Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating Conditions: Please refer to page... 30 of this supplement to determine if your Toyota requires the additional maintenance items. Inspect air filter Replace automatic transmission and differential oil Inspect body/chassis nuts and bolts Dealer Service Verification Date Mileage MAINTENANCE LOG...