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Manual transmission gear shift lever or automatic transmission selector lever (floor shift) 10. Front drive control lever 12. Personal lights or interior light 5. Glovebox 7. '98 Tacoma (U) Instrument panel overview 1. Instrument cluster 2. Side vents 6. Power window switches 9. Power door lock switches 8. Hood lock release lever 14. Tilt steering lock release lever 13. Cup holder 11. Power rear view mirror control switch 2 Automatic transmission selector lever (column shift) 3. Center vents 4.
Manual transmission gear shift lever or automatic transmission selector lever (floor shift) 10. Front drive control lever 12. Personal lights or interior light 5. Glovebox 7. '98 Tacoma (U) Instrument panel overview 1. Instrument cluster 2. Side vents 6. Power window switches 9. Power door lock switches 8. Hood lock release lever 14. Tilt steering lock release lever 13. Cup holder 11. Power rear view mirror control switch 2 Automatic transmission selector lever (column shift) 3. Center vents 4.
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Since the doors can be locked without a key, you should always carry a spare key in the vehicle. KEY NUMBER PLATE Your key number is shown on the plate. '98 Tacoma (U) Part 1 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS- You should lose your wallet, not in case you should also put a... and Doors D Keys D Side doors D Power windows D Quarter windows D Rear window D Tailgate D Hood D Fuel tank cap D Detachable moon roof D Detachable sun shade Keys KEY PLATE This key works in a safe place such as your keys or if you need additional keys, duplicates can be made by a Toyota dealer using...
Since the doors can be locked without a key, you should always carry a spare key in the vehicle. KEY NUMBER PLATE Your key number is shown on the plate. '98 Tacoma (U) Part 1 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS- You should lose your wallet, not in case you should also put a... and Doors D Keys D Side doors D Power windows D Quarter windows D Rear window D Tailgate D Hood D Fuel tank cap D Detachable moon roof D Detachable sun shade Keys KEY PLATE This key works in a safe place such as your keys or if you need additional keys, duplicates can be made by a Toyota dealer using...
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... you leave the key in the vehicle. To unlock: Pull the button upward. Vehicles with power door lock system- Passenger's side 10 LOCKING AND UNLOCKING INSIDE LOCK BUTTON Move the lock button. To lock: Turn the key forward. '98 Tacoma (U) Side doors LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH KEY Insert the key into the keyhole and turn it. To unlock: Turn...
... you leave the key in the vehicle. To unlock: Pull the button upward. Vehicles with power door lock system- Passenger's side 10 LOCKING AND UNLOCKING INSIDE LOCK BUTTON Move the lock button. To lock: Turn the key forward. '98 Tacoma (U) Side doors LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH KEY Insert the key into the keyhole and turn it. To unlock: Turn...
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... windows can be sure that the doors are in the "ON" position. To stop working when either door is turned off. The window will fully open : Lightly push down and then release it . 11 '98 Tacoma (U) Power windows LOCKING AND UNLOCKING POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH Push the switch. To unlock...: Push the switch on each door. The power windows work for 60 seconds even after the ignition switch is opened unintentionally...
... windows can be sure that the doors are in the "ON" position. To stop working when either door is turned off. The window will fully open : Lightly push down and then release it . 11 '98 Tacoma (U) Power windows LOCKING AND UNLOCKING POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH Push the switch. To unlock...: Push the switch on each door. The power windows work for 60 seconds even after the ignition switch is opened unintentionally...
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...in a closing window, it could use the power window switches and get trapped in the "WINDOW LOCK" button on the driver's door that they operate the windows safely. Use the "WINDOW LOCK" button to prevent them use of all occupants are in a serious injury. If you close :...inside the vehicle before you push in a window. '98 Tacoma (U) OPERATING WINDOW THE PASSENGER'S CAUTION To avoid serious personal injury, you hold the switch. Use the switch on the passenger's door or the switch on the driver's door, the passenger's windows cannot be sure that controls the ...
...in a closing window, it could use the power window switches and get trapped in the "WINDOW LOCK" button on the driver's door that they operate the windows safely. Use the "WINDOW LOCK" button to prevent them use of all occupants are in a serious injury. If you close :...inside the vehicle before you push in a window. '98 Tacoma (U) OPERATING WINDOW THE PASSENGER'S CAUTION To avoid serious personal injury, you hold the switch. Use the switch on the passenger's door or the switch on the driver's door, the passenger's windows cannot be sure that controls the ...
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... In hot weather, fuel under pressure could cause a spark and fire hazard. CAUTION After inserting the support rod into place. To open the fuel filler door, insert the key and turn off the engine. CAUTION D Do not smoke, cause sparks or allow open by spraying out of the filler neck if... that you have not forgotten any other insulating material. Then lower the hood and make sure it . D Do not fill a fuel container on to lock it locks into the slot, make sure the rod supports the hood securely from the truck for filling. The fumes are flammable. Hold the hood open flames...
... In hot weather, fuel under pressure could cause a spark and fire hazard. CAUTION After inserting the support rod into place. To open the fuel filler door, insert the key and turn off the engine. CAUTION D Do not smoke, cause sparks or allow open by spraying out of the filler neck if... that you have not forgotten any other insulating material. Then lower the hood and make sure it . D Do not fill a fuel container on to lock it locks into the slot, make sure the rod supports the hood securely from the truck for filling. The fumes are flammable. Hold the hood open flames...
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...1. Twist the knob to the position 2 to turn on for driving at reduced intensity when the parking brake is turned off. Daytime running . '98 Tacoma (U) Part 1 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS- HEADLIGHTS To turn on , a buzzer reminds you to turn signal lever knob. Position 1-Parking, tail, ...license plate and instrument panel lights Position above 2-Headlights and all of the If you turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" position with the headlights left on the following lights: Twist the headlight/turn the lights off until the ignition switch is released with ...
...1. Twist the knob to the position 2 to turn on for driving at reduced intensity when the parking brake is turned off. Daytime running . '98 Tacoma (U) Part 1 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS- HEADLIGHTS To turn on , a buzzer reminds you to turn signal lever knob. Position 1-Parking, tail, ...license plate and instrument panel lights Position above 2-Headlights and all of the If you turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" position with the headlights left on the following lights: Twist the headlight/turn the lights off until the ignition switch is released with ...
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... as the headlight switch is on. (m) Key Reminder Buzzer This buzzer reminds you to the "LOCK" position with the headlight switch on . Turn the ignition key to "ON", but do not...and the wheels will sound if the driver's door is opened while the ignition switch is too high. Stop the vehicle at your Toyota dealer as soon as described above, either the ... engine idling, wait until the light goes off , call a Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop for assistance. 73 If the light does not go off . '98 Tacoma (U) (i) Unengaged "Park" Warning Light (vehicles with automatic transmission...
... as the headlight switch is on. (m) Key Reminder Buzzer This buzzer reminds you to the "LOCK" position with the headlight switch on . Turn the ignition key to "ON", but do not...and the wheels will sound if the driver's door is opened while the ignition switch is too high. Stop the vehicle at your Toyota dealer as soon as described above, either the ... engine idling, wait until the light goes off , call a Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop for assistance. 73 If the light does not go off . '98 Tacoma (U) (i) Unengaged "Park" Warning Light (vehicles with automatic transmission...
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...stuck at this will remind you leave the key in the "ACC" or "LOCK" position and open the driver's door, a buzzer will lock the steering wheel and result in the "P" position before pushing the key. "LOCK"-Engine is not running. The key can be in loss of steering control. ...turn the key from "ACC" to the "ON" position when released. The battery will return to the "LOCK" position. To free it, first be damaged. 75 If you to remove the key. '98 Tacoma (U) Part 1 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS- Chapter 1- 6 Ignition switch, Transmission and Parking brake D Ignition...
...stuck at this will remind you leave the key in the "ACC" or "LOCK" position and open the driver's door, a buzzer will lock the steering wheel and result in the "P" position before pushing the key. "LOCK"-Engine is not running. The key can be in loss of steering control. ...turn the key from "ACC" to the "ON" position when released. The battery will return to the "LOCK" position. To free it, first be damaged. 75 If you to remove the key. '98 Tacoma (U) Part 1 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS- Chapter 1- 6 Ignition switch, Transmission and Parking brake D Ignition...
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...engine D Tips for conditions driving in "N". Manual transmission: Press the clutch pedal to save fuel and make your vehicle last longer, too 151 D Off- Lock both doors. 5. Turn off . A starter safety device will prevent the starter from operating if the clutch pedal is moving, put the selector lever in various Before ... in "P". Adjust inside and outside rear view mirrors. 4. Automatic transmission: Put the selector lever in any drive position. 4. Apply the parking brake firmly. 2. '98 Tacoma (U) Part 3 STARTING AND DRIVING D Before starting the engine 1.
...engine D Tips for conditions driving in "N". Manual transmission: Press the clutch pedal to save fuel and make your vehicle last longer, too 151 D Off- Lock both doors. 5. Turn off . A starter safety device will prevent the starter from operating if the clutch pedal is moving, put the selector lever in various Before ... in "P". Adjust inside and outside rear view mirrors. 4. Automatic transmission: Put the selector lever in any drive position. 4. Apply the parking brake firmly. 2. '98 Tacoma (U) Part 3 STARTING AND DRIVING D Before starting the engine 1.
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... solution. Make sure the engine oil viscosity is available at your vehicle's paint. he will be pleased to help. Keep the door locks from freezing. NOTICE Do not use alcohol type antifreeze. Follow the manufacturer's directions for winter starting . NOTICE Do not use engine...built up under the fenders occasionally. 155 This product is suitable for recommended viscosity. Your Toyota dealer and most auto parts stores. For scheduled maintenance information, refer to mix with water. '98 Tacoma (U) Winter driving tips z Sand and mud that has taken you how to release. ...
... solution. Make sure the engine oil viscosity is available at your vehicle's paint. he will be pleased to help. Keep the door locks from freezing. NOTICE Do not use alcohol type antifreeze. Follow the manufacturer's directions for winter starting . NOTICE Do not use engine...built up under the fenders occasionally. 155 This product is suitable for recommended viscosity. Your Toyota dealer and most auto parts stores. For scheduled maintenance information, refer to mix with water. '98 Tacoma (U) Winter driving tips z Sand and mud that has taken you how to release. ...
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... open the door for you, using their special tools. Insert the cover. 6. For your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. 184 Insert your finger into "N" position. 5. Shift into the hole to move the shift lock override lever backward. '98 Tacoma (U) If you lose your keys Many Toyota dealers can ...make a new key if you must break a window to get a duplicate, many Toyota dealers can shift out of "P" position only while holding back the...
... open the door for you, using their special tools. Insert the cover. 6. For your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. 184 Insert your finger into "N" position. 5. Shift into the hole to move the shift lock override lever backward. '98 Tacoma (U) If you lose your keys Many Toyota dealers can ...make a new key if you must break a window to get a duplicate, many Toyota dealers can shift out of "P" position only while holding back the...
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...Tacoma (U) Tire surface and wheel nuts Check the tires carefully for smooth operation. Fluid leaks Check underneath for leaking fuel, oil, water or other lights are missing, and check the nuts for looseness. Check headlight aim. Seat belts Check that all doors including tailgate operate smoothly and all latches lock... securely. Check the brake booster function. Tire rotation Rotate the tires every 12000 km (7500 miles). Doors and engine hood Check that the seat belt...
...Tacoma (U) Tire surface and wheel nuts Check the tires carefully for smooth operation. Fluid leaks Check underneath for leaking fuel, oil, water or other lights are missing, and check the nuts for looseness. Check headlight aim. Seat belts Check that all doors including tailgate operate smoothly and all latches lock... securely. Check the brake booster function. Tire rotation Rotate the tires every 12000 km (7500 miles). Doors and engine hood Check that the seat belt...
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... GAUGE 10 A: Gauges and meters, back-up lights, cruise control system, power antenna, power door lock control system, electronically controlled automatic transmission system, starting system, gauges and meters 19. 4WD 20 A: A.D.D. ECU-IG ...lock system 23. RADIO 7.5 A: Car audio system, power antenna Engine compartment (Canada) Instrument panel 6. OBD 10 A: On-board diagnosis system 14. A.C 10 A: Air conditioning system 10. HEAD (LH) 10 A: Left-hand headlight 18. TAIL 10 A: Tail lights, licence plate lights 8. HORN horns 15 A: Emergency flashers, 15. '98 Tacoma...
... GAUGE 10 A: Gauges and meters, back-up lights, cruise control system, power antenna, power door lock control system, electronically controlled automatic transmission system, starting system, gauges and meters 19. 4WD 20 A: A.D.D. ECU-IG ...lock system 23. RADIO 7.5 A: Car audio system, power antenna Engine compartment (Canada) Instrument panel 6. OBD 10 A: On-board diagnosis system 14. A.C 10 A: Air conditioning system 10. HEAD (LH) 10 A: Left-hand headlight 18. TAIL 10 A: Tail lights, licence plate lights 8. HORN horns 15 A: Emergency flashers, 15. '98 Tacoma...