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...creeping. CAUTION Do not keep driving with the differential lock switch on the lever. To set , the parking brake reminder light in (3). '01 Tacoma U (L/O 0009) Parking brake To check the indicator bulb, turn the lever clockwise (2), then push it while setting the parking brake. For better holding power,...panel remains on until you release the parking brake. 136 2001 TACOMA (OM35766U) To remind you that the parking brake is off. When parking, firmly apply the parking brake to the "ON" position, but do not start the engine. CAUTION Before driving, be sure the parking brake is...
...creeping. CAUTION Do not keep driving with the differential lock switch on the lever. To set , the parking brake reminder light in (3). '01 Tacoma U (L/O 0009) Parking brake To check the indicator bulb, turn the lever clockwise (2), then push it while setting the parking brake. For better holding power,...panel remains on until you release the parking brake. 136 2001 TACOMA (OM35766U) To remind you that the parking brake is off. When parking, firmly apply the parking brake to the "ON" position, but do not start the engine. CAUTION Before driving, be sure the parking brake is...
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...When the anti-lock brake system function is in the engine compartment for you, just hold the brake pedal down more ! check mode, and does not indicate a malfunction. 2001 TACOMA (OM35766U) 195 ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (with "ABS" warning light) The anti-lock brake system is designed to press, ... started . But you will have to power-assist the brakes. BRAKE BOOSTER The brake booster uses engine vacuum to push the pedal hard, much harder than normal. '01 Tacoma U (L/O 0009) Brake system The tandem master cylinder brake system is a hydraulic system with two separate sub-...
...When the anti-lock brake system function is in the engine compartment for you, just hold the brake pedal down more ! check mode, and does not indicate a malfunction. 2001 TACOMA (OM35766U) 195 ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (with "ABS" warning light) The anti-lock brake system is designed to press, ... started . But you will have to power-assist the brakes. BRAKE BOOSTER The brake booster uses engine vacuum to push the pedal hard, much harder than normal. '01 Tacoma U (L/O 0009) Brake system The tandem master cylinder brake system is a hydraulic system with two separate sub-...
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...2001 TACOMA (OM35766U) Hold the clutch pedal to the floor until driving off. (b) Starting the engine Before starting the engine, be sure to the floor until the engine is moving, put the selector lever in "N". If the engine stalls...Simply restart it to follow the instructions in "(a) Before cranking". Check... transmission: Put the selector lever in "P". '01 Tacoma U (L/O 0009) Before starting procedure The multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system in your foot off unnecessary lights and accessories. 3. Adjust seat position, seatback angle,...
...2001 TACOMA (OM35766U) Hold the clutch pedal to the floor until driving off. (b) Starting the engine Before starting the engine, be sure to the floor until the engine is moving, put the selector lever in "N". If the engine stalls...Simply restart it to follow the instructions in "(a) Before cranking". Check... transmission: Put the selector lever in "P". '01 Tacoma U (L/O 0009) Before starting procedure The multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system in your foot off unnecessary lights and accessories. 3. Adjust seat position, seatback angle,...
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... work safely, pull to the side of the road and call a Toyota dealer for assistance. 2001 TACOMA (OM35766U) 205 z If the engine becomes difficult to severe tire damage resulting in tire bursts. Tips for..., sharp-edged objects and other road hazards. To dry them, drive the vehicle cautiously while lightly pressing the brake pedal with the parking brake applied. D When parking on dry hard-surfaced ... drive until they still do not feel a normal braking force, the brakes are wet, check that the vehicle will cause unnecessary noise and wear, and poor fuel economy. This may overheat...
... work safely, pull to the side of the road and call a Toyota dealer for assistance. 2001 TACOMA (OM35766U) 205 z If the engine becomes difficult to severe tire damage resulting in tire bursts. Tips for..., sharp-edged objects and other road hazards. To dry them, drive the vehicle cautiously while lightly pressing the brake pedal with the parking brake applied. D When parking on dry hard-surfaced ... drive until they still do not feel a normal braking force, the brakes are wet, check that the vehicle will cause unnecessary noise and wear, and poor fuel economy. This may overheat...
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...lights must always be inflated to the total trailer weight. 212 2001 TACOMA (OM35766U) See your local recreational vehicle dealer or rental agency for the first 800 km (500 miles) of driving. D Toyota... vehicle's tires are required. If damage occurs to any new power train component (engine, transmission, differential, wheel bearing, etc.) for the correct type of the trailer wandering... with federal, state/provincial and local regulations. See Section 7-2 for turns. Check for your lights. MAINTENANCE D Ensure that you hitch up. Direct splicing may cause damage to...
...lights must always be inflated to the total trailer weight. 212 2001 TACOMA (OM35766U) See your local recreational vehicle dealer or rental agency for the first 800 km (500 miles) of driving. D Toyota... vehicle's tires are required. If damage occurs to any new power train component (engine, transmission, differential, wheel bearing, etc.) for the correct type of the trailer wandering... with federal, state/provincial and local regulations. See Section 7-2 for turns. Check for your lights. MAINTENANCE D Ensure that you hitch up. Direct splicing may cause damage to...
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...state/ provincial or local regulations. After driving a short distance, stop and recheck the lights and connections. D Backing with a trailer in an area away from traffic until you...TOWING SAFETY CHECK TRAILER TOWING TIPS When towing a trailer, your vehicle has a manual transmission, prevent excessive clutch slippage by keeping engine rpm low and not racing the engine. For each...towing a trailer. D Check that it cannot shift. '01 Tacoma U (L/O 0009) D Retighten all vehicle-trailer connections. Keep these in jackknifing and loss of sudden braking. 2001 TACOMA (OM35766U) 213 Avoid ...
...state/ provincial or local regulations. After driving a short distance, stop and recheck the lights and connections. D Backing with a trailer in an area away from traffic until you...TOWING SAFETY CHECK TRAILER TOWING TIPS When towing a trailer, your vehicle has a manual transmission, prevent excessive clutch slippage by keeping engine rpm low and not racing the engine. For each...towing a trailer. D Check that it cannot shift. '01 Tacoma U (L/O 0009) D Retighten all vehicle-trailer connections. Keep these in jackknifing and loss of sudden braking. 2001 TACOMA (OM35766U) 213 Avoid ...
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... Do not pull- If this happens, turn the key to "START" with your engine may overheat and become a fire hazard. 218 2001 TACOMA (OM35766U) Call a Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop for further instructions. 2. If the engine is not turning over or is discharged. This may damage the vehicle or cause a... few minutes and try starting . If the light is out, dim or goes out when the starter is cranked, the battery is turning over too slowly- 1. See "(c) Jump starting proto start the vehicle. If the light is O.K., but will not start- 1. Check that fuel. NOTICE Do not crank for more...
... Do not pull- If this happens, turn the key to "START" with your engine may overheat and become a fire hazard. 218 2001 TACOMA (OM35766U) Call a Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop for further instructions. 2. If the engine is not turning over or is discharged. This may damage the vehicle or cause a... few minutes and try starting . If the light is out, dim or goes out when the starter is cranked, the battery is turning over too slowly- 1. See "(c) Jump starting proto start the vehicle. If the light is O.K., but will not start- 1. Check that fuel. NOTICE Do not crank for more...
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... until there is not apparent (for example, lights left on your emergency flashers. CAUTION When making the connections, to a safe place. 2. CAUTION If the engine is a sign of the battery cover cloths...any part that moves when the engine is boiling out of your vehicle will not start ". Turn off the air conditioning if it checked. CAUTION To help avoid personal ..., replace all the battery vent plugs. Carefully dispose of very high pressure. 2001 TACOMA (OM35766U) 221 If there is being used. 2. '01 Tacoma U (L/O 0009) If your speed gradually, keeping a straight line. Pull...
... until there is not apparent (for example, lights left on your emergency flashers. CAUTION When making the connections, to a safe place. 2. CAUTION If the engine is a sign of the battery cover cloths...any part that moves when the engine is boiling out of your vehicle will not start ". Turn off the air conditioning if it checked. CAUTION To help avoid personal ..., replace all the battery vent plugs. Carefully dispose of very high pressure. 2001 TACOMA (OM35766U) 221 If there is being used. 2. '01 Tacoma U (L/O 0009) If your speed gradually, keeping a straight line. Pull...
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... from the air conditioning is supported by the jack. 222 2001 TACOMA (OM35766U) Read the following to observe the following instructions thoroughly...Toyota dealer. 1. After the engine coolant temperature has cooled to the reservoir while the engine is broken or loose. turn on a level spot with the accelerator pedal lightly depressed. 6. Personal injury may help the engine...Tacoma U (L/O 0009) If you may occur. Serious coolant loss indicates a leak in "P" (automatic) or reverse (manual). 4. If the engine drive belt is leaking, stop the engine immediately. Call a Toyota...
... from the air conditioning is supported by the jack. 222 2001 TACOMA (OM35766U) Read the following to observe the following instructions thoroughly...Toyota dealer. 1. After the engine coolant temperature has cooled to the reservoir while the engine is broken or loose. turn on a level spot with the accelerator pedal lightly depressed. 6. Personal injury may help the engine...Tacoma U (L/O 0009) If you may occur. Serious coolant loss indicates a leak in "P" (automatic) or reverse (manual). 4. If the engine drive belt is leaking, stop the engine immediately. Call a Toyota...
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... type) for additional information. 248 2001 TACOMA (OM35766U) Check headlight aim. Accelerator pedal Check the pedal for changes in steering condition, such as hard steering or strange noise. IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT Items listed below should be checked regularly, e.g. each time when refueling... position and all working. Lights Make sure the headlights, stop lights, tail lights, turn signal lights, and other lights are all brakes released. Steering wheel Be alert for smooth operation and uneven pedal effort or catching. Seats Check that all seat controls such...
... type) for additional information. 248 2001 TACOMA (OM35766U) Check headlight aim. Accelerator pedal Check the pedal for changes in steering condition, such as hard steering or strange noise. IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT Items listed below should be checked regularly, e.g. each time when refueling... position and all working. Lights Make sure the headlights, stop lights, tail lights, turn signal lights, and other lights are all brakes released. Steering wheel Be alert for smooth operation and uneven pedal effort or catching. Seats Check that all seat controls such...
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... is producing hydrogen gas. Dark White NOTICE Never recharge the battery while the engine is dangerous. CHECKING BY HYDROMETER Check the battery hydrometer color. Have battery checked by your Toyota dealer. Charging at a quicker rate is running. z Take care no solution...performing maintenance. Condition Good Charging necessary. Clear or light yellow Red 2001 TACOMA (OM35766U) 271 If recharging with tools. '01 Tacoma U (L/O 0009) -Checking battery fluid NOTICE z Be sure the engine and all accessories are off . z When checking the battery, remove the ground cable from the ...
... is producing hydrogen gas. Dark White NOTICE Never recharge the battery while the engine is dangerous. CHECKING BY HYDROMETER Check the battery hydrometer color. Have battery checked by your Toyota dealer. Charging at a quicker rate is running. z Take care no solution...performing maintenance. Condition Good Charging necessary. Clear or light yellow Red 2001 TACOMA (OM35766U) 271 If recharging with tools. '01 Tacoma U (L/O 0009) -Checking battery fluid NOTICE z Be sure the engine and all accessories are off . z When checking the battery, remove the ground cable from the ...
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...checked 20 minutes after the key is recommended. qt.): Two-wheel Runner drive models except Pre Recommended oil viscosity (SAE): Four-wheel Runner drive models and Pre 5W-30 Preferred With manual transmission 3RZ-FE engine 8.3 (8.8, 7.3) 5VZ-FE engine 10.1 (10.7, 8.9) With automatic transmission 3RZ-FE engine 8.2 (8.7, 7.2) 5VZ-FE engine 10.0 (10.5, 8.8) Coolant type: "TOYOTA...Conserving" or ILSAC multigrade engine oil is removed with all the lights turned off Charging rates: 5 A max. 284 2001 TACOMA (OM35766U) '01 Tacoma U (L/O 0009) ENGINE LUBRICATION Oil capacity (drain and ...
...checked 20 minutes after the key is recommended. qt.): Two-wheel Runner drive models except Pre Recommended oil viscosity (SAE): Four-wheel Runner drive models and Pre 5W-30 Preferred With manual transmission 3RZ-FE engine 8.3 (8.8, 7.3) 5VZ-FE engine 10.1 (10.7, 8.9) With automatic transmission 3RZ-FE engine 8.2 (8.7, 7.2) 5VZ-FE engine 10.0 (10.5, 8.8) Coolant type: "TOYOTA...Conserving" or ILSAC multigrade engine oil is removed with all the lights turned off Charging rates: 5 A max. 284 2001 TACOMA (OM35766U) '01 Tacoma U (L/O 0009) ENGINE LUBRICATION Oil capacity (drain and ...
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... (high beam), high beam indicator light 5. HEAD (HI LH) 10 A: Left-hand headlight (high beam) 6. replacing tires or replacing wheels), see "Checking tire pressure" through "Aluminum wheel precautions" in Section 7-2. 4. HEAD (LH) 10 A: Left-hand headlight 3. '01 Tacoma U (L/O 0009) Tires Tire size...;: 180 (1.8, 26) 200 (2.0, 29) 180 (1.8, 26) 200 (2.0, 29) 220 (2.2, 32) 180 (1.8, 26) 200 (2.0, 29)∗ Engine compartment (without daytime running light Wheel nut torque, N·m (kgf·m, ft·lbf): 110 (11.5, 83) NOTE: For a complete information on tires (e.g. HEAD ...
... (high beam), high beam indicator light 5. HEAD (HI LH) 10 A: Left-hand headlight (high beam) 6. replacing tires or replacing wheels), see "Checking tire pressure" through "Aluminum wheel precautions" in Section 7-2. 4. HEAD (LH) 10 A: Left-hand headlight 3. '01 Tacoma U (L/O 0009) Tires Tire size...;: 180 (1.8, 26) 200 (2.0, 29) 180 (1.8, 26) 200 (2.0, 29) 220 (2.2, 32) 180 (1.8, 26) 200 (2.0, 29)∗ Engine compartment (without daytime running light Wheel nut torque, N·m (kgf·m, ft·lbf): 110 (11.5, 83) NOTE: For a complete information on tires (e.g. HEAD ...