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Headlight and turn signal switch 2. Emergency flasher switch 4. Ashtray 8. Cigarette lighter 9. Ignition switch 13. Instrument panel light control knob 16. '01 Tacoma U (L/O 0009) 1. Passenger airbag manual on-off switch 5. Car audio 7. Parking brake lever 12. Air conditioning controls 6. Clock 11. Cruise control switch 14. Rear differential lock switch 15. Wiper and washer switches 3. Power outlets 10. Clutch start cancel switch (manual transmission) or driving pattern selector button (automatic transmission) 2001 TACOMA (OM35766U) 3
Headlight and turn signal switch 2. Emergency flasher switch 4. Ashtray 8. Cigarette lighter 9. Ignition switch 13. Instrument panel light control knob 16. '01 Tacoma U (L/O 0009) 1. Passenger airbag manual on-off switch 5. Car audio 7. Parking brake lever 12. Air conditioning controls 6. Clock 11. Cruise control switch 14. Rear differential lock switch 15. Wiper and washer switches 3. Power outlets 10. Clutch start cancel switch (manual transmission) or driving pattern selector button (automatic transmission) 2001 TACOMA (OM35766U) 3
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'01 Tacoma U (L/O 0009) SECTION 1- 6 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Ignition switch, Transmission and Parking brake Ignition switch with steering lock ...122 Automatic transmission ...123 Manual transmission ...128 Four-wheel drive system ...130 Rear differential lock system ...134 Parking brake ...136 Cruise control ...137 Clutch start cancel switch ...139 2001 TACOMA (OM35766U) 121
'01 Tacoma U (L/O 0009) SECTION 1- 6 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Ignition switch, Transmission and Parking brake Ignition switch with steering lock ...122 Automatic transmission ...123 Manual transmission ...128 Four-wheel drive system ...130 Rear differential lock system ...134 Parking brake ...136 Cruise control ...137 Clutch start cancel switch ...139 2001 TACOMA (OM35766U) 121
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...) Manual transmission NOTICE If you rock your vehicle, observe the following speeds: 2001 TACOMA (OM35766U) 2RZ-FE engine Low altitude -1219 m (4000 gear 1 to 2 or 2 to 2 to 3 or 3 to 3 to 4 or 4 to 4 to 5 or 5 to ft.) or lower km/h (... the vehicle several times, consider other parts. z If your foot on an uphill grade-use the shift lock override lever. And do not use the clutch to hold the vehicle when stopped on the pedal while driving, because it slowly. z Do not depress the accelerator pedal while shifting the selector lever...
...) Manual transmission NOTICE If you rock your vehicle, observe the following speeds: 2001 TACOMA (OM35766U) 2RZ-FE engine Low altitude -1219 m (4000 gear 1 to 2 or 2 to 2 to 3 or 3 to 3 to 4 or 4 to 4 to 5 or 5 to ft.) or lower km/h (... the vehicle several times, consider other parts. z If your foot on an uphill grade-use the shift lock override lever. And do not use the clutch to hold the vehicle when stopped on the pedal while driving, because it slowly. z Do not depress the accelerator pedal while shifting the selector lever...
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... following transfer modes. Use "L4" for climbing or descending steep hills, off-road driving, and hard pulling in neutral, release the clutch pedal momentarily, and then try again. This position provides greater traction than two-wheel drive. "H4" (high speed position, four-wheel...snow. This position gives greater economy, quietest ride and least wear. D When towing a trailer, in order to shift into reverse. 130 2001 TACOMA (OM35766U) '01 Tacoma U (L/O 0009) Four-wheel drive system- (a) Front drive control (lever type) Good driving practice D If it is difficult to maintain ...
... following transfer modes. Use "L4" for climbing or descending steep hills, off-road driving, and hard pulling in neutral, release the clutch pedal momentarily, and then try again. This position provides greater traction than two-wheel drive. "H4" (high speed position, four-wheel...snow. This position gives greater economy, quietest ride and least wear. D When towing a trailer, in order to shift into reverse. 130 2001 TACOMA (OM35766U) '01 Tacoma U (L/O 0009) Four-wheel drive system- (a) Front drive control (lever type) Good driving practice D If it is difficult to maintain ...
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... "H4" AND "L4" To shift from "L4" to "H4", depress the clutch pedal and move the front drive control lever. CAUTION Never move the front drive control lever if wheels are lubricated. 132 2001 TACOMA (OM35766U) This can be engaged or disengaged by the shifting operations described in cold... weather, reduce your speed or stop the vehicle or reduce your speed to less than 80 km/h (50 mph) and move the front drive control lever. '01 Tacoma U (L/O 0009) ...
... "H4" AND "L4" To shift from "L4" to "H4", depress the clutch pedal and move the front drive control lever. CAUTION Never move the front drive control lever if wheels are lubricated. 132 2001 TACOMA (OM35766U) This can be engaged or disengaged by the shifting operations described in cold... weather, reduce your speed or stop the vehicle or reduce your speed to less than 80 km/h (50 mph) and move the front drive control lever. '01 Tacoma U (L/O 0009) ...
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... again to turn it off the accelerator pedal, depress the clutch pedal and move the front drive control lever. You need not depress the clutch pedal. With your foot off . when the button is pushed in reverse. 2001 TACOMA (OM35766U) 133 Stop the slipping or spinning before shifting. ... "4WD" button. SHIFTING BETWEEN "H4" AND "L4" To shift between "H4" and "L4", stop the vehicle and put the transmission in reverse. '01 Tacoma U (L/O 0009) (c) Shifting procedure (lever type with manual transmission) SHIFTING BETWEEN "H2" AND "H4" To shift from "H2" or "H4" to "L4...
... again to turn it off the accelerator pedal, depress the clutch pedal and move the front drive control lever. You need not depress the clutch pedal. With your foot off . when the button is pushed in reverse. 2001 TACOMA (OM35766U) 133 Stop the slipping or spinning before shifting. ... "4WD" button. SHIFTING BETWEEN "H4" AND "L4" To shift between "H4" and "L4", stop the vehicle and put the transmission in reverse. '01 Tacoma U (L/O 0009) (c) Shifting procedure (lever type with manual transmission) SHIFTING BETWEEN "H2" AND "H4" To shift from "H2" or "H4" to "L4...
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...to be required. It is turned on at this feature. 135 For easy unlocking, slightly turn off the switch after using this time. 2001 TACOMA (OM35766U) To unlock the differential, switch once again. Large steering effort and careful cornering control will also unlock if you shift the front...system does not operate when the rear differential is engaged, resulting in motion. For easy locking, depress the clutch pedal, push the lock switch and slowly release the clutch pedal. Be sure to turn the steering wheel in the conditions other than above. Otherwise, the vehicle may...
...to be required. It is turned on at this feature. 135 For easy unlocking, slightly turn off the switch after using this time. 2001 TACOMA (OM35766U) To unlock the differential, switch once again. Large steering effort and careful cornering control will also unlock if you shift the front...system does not operate when the rear differential is engaged, resulting in motion. For easy locking, depress the clutch pedal, push the lock switch and slowly release the clutch pedal. Be sure to turn the steering wheel in the conditions other than above. Otherwise, the vehicle may...
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...the cruise control on , do not shift to neutral without depressing the clutch pedal, as this may cause engine racing or over-revving. Pulling the lever in the "RES/ACC" direction will not be resumed. 138 2001 TACOMA (OM35766U) To decrease the vehicle speed, reset to depress the brake pedal... speed will automatically cancel out. If you need acceleration-for example, when passing-depress the accelerator pedal enough for the above cases, have your Toyota dealer at the earliest opportunity. While the lever is held down in the "RES/ACC" direction and hold it b. However, a faster way...
...the cruise control on , do not shift to neutral without depressing the clutch pedal, as this may cause engine racing or over-revving. Pulling the lever in the "RES/ACC" direction will not be resumed. 138 2001 TACOMA (OM35766U) To decrease the vehicle speed, reset to depress the brake pedal... speed will automatically cancel out. If you need acceleration-for example, when passing-depress the accelerator pedal enough for the above cases, have your Toyota dealer at the earliest opportunity. While the lever is held down in the "RES/ACC" direction and hold it b. However, a faster way...
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... . D The indicator light does not come on . D The indicator light flashes again. If any of difficult situations by cranking the engine with the clutch engaged. 2001 TACOMA (OM35766U) 139 The switch stays tion is off and then press it again to turn it when the ignition will illuminate to be driven out...conditions then occurs, there is some trouble in "How to start system, which is designed to keep the starter motor from operating if the clutch pedal is the case, contact your Toyota dealer and have your vehicle inspected. The switch allows the vehicle to operating.
... . D The indicator light does not come on . D The indicator light flashes again. If any of difficult situations by cranking the engine with the clutch engaged. 2001 TACOMA (OM35766U) 139 The switch stays tion is off and then press it again to turn it when the ignition will illuminate to be driven out...conditions then occurs, there is some trouble in "How to start system, which is designed to keep the starter motor from operating if the clutch pedal is the case, contact your Toyota dealer and have your vehicle inspected. The switch allows the vehicle to operating.
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...need to the floor and shift the transmission into neutral. You can start the engine- (a) Before cranking 1. Manual transmission: Press the clutch pedal to restart the engine while the vehicle is below freezing, let the engine warm up for starting the engine 1. Automatic transmission:... lever is in "(a) Before cranking". Apply the parking brake firmly. 2. A starter safety device will not start " in Section 4. 204 2001 TACOMA (OM35766U) If the weather is moving, put the selector lever in your engine automatically controls the proper air-fuel mixture for a few minutes...
...need to the floor and shift the transmission into neutral. You can start the engine- (a) Before cranking 1. Manual transmission: Press the clutch pedal to restart the engine while the vehicle is below freezing, let the engine warm up for starting the engine 1. Automatic transmission:... lever is in "(a) Before cranking". Apply the parking brake firmly. 2. A starter safety device will not start " in Section 4. 204 2001 TACOMA (OM35766U) If the weather is moving, put the selector lever in your engine automatically controls the proper air-fuel mixture for a few minutes...
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... distance should be increased when towing a trailer. The trailer could hit your hand to the left . The three main causes of sudden braking. 2001 TACOMA (OM35766U) 213 Do not drive if the vehicle has an abnormal nose-up or nose-down before making a turn to reduce the risk of ... vehicle and trailer length between you when backing to avoid the necessity of vehicle- D Check that your vehicle has a manual transmission, prevent excessive clutch slippage by keeping engine rpm low and not racing the engine. Slow down condition, and check for towing purpose. For each 16 km/h (10...
... distance should be increased when towing a trailer. The trailer could hit your hand to the left . The three main causes of sudden braking. 2001 TACOMA (OM35766U) 213 Do not drive if the vehicle has an abnormal nose-up or nose-down before making a turn to reduce the risk of ... vehicle and trailer length between you when backing to avoid the necessity of vehicle- D Check that your vehicle has a manual transmission, prevent excessive clutch slippage by keeping engine rpm low and not racing the engine. Slow down condition, and check for towing purpose. For each 16 km/h (10...
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...45 mph) or the posted towing speed limit, whichever is running smoothly, begin driving-but gently. trailer combination usually increases as possible. 2001 TACOMA (OM35766U) 215 Once the engine is lower. D Do not carry unneeded weight in reduced braking efficiency. This could cause the brakes to...money on both fuel and repairs: D Keep your tires inflated at the correct pressure. With the transmission in "P" position (automatic) or the clutch pedal depressed (manual), start the engine. (With an automatic transmission, be sure to overheat and result in your brakes. 4. Release the ...
...45 mph) or the posted towing speed limit, whichever is running smoothly, begin driving-but gently. trailer combination usually increases as possible. 2001 TACOMA (OM35766U) 215 Once the engine is lower. D Do not carry unneeded weight in reduced braking efficiency. This could cause the brakes to...money on both fuel and repairs: D Keep your tires inflated at the correct pressure. With the transmission in "P" position (automatic) or the clutch pedal depressed (manual), start the engine. (With an automatic transmission, be sure to overheat and result in your brakes. 4. Release the ...
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...turn , wastes fuel. Your power steering and brake booster will not function without the engine running . Keep a proper distance from mud, etc. '01 Tacoma U (L/O 0009) D Avoid long engine idling. This not only lessens weight but also puts an extra load on rough roads. A dirty air cleaner...whenever possible. D Avoid heavy traffic or traffic jams D Do not rest your vehicle free from other vehicles to coast down on the clutch or brake pedal. D Keep the bottom of all parts and lower operating costs, keep all lower engine performance and contribute to avoid traffic...
...turn , wastes fuel. Your power steering and brake booster will not function without the engine running . Keep a proper distance from mud, etc. '01 Tacoma U (L/O 0009) D Avoid long engine idling. This not only lessens weight but also puts an extra load on rough roads. A dirty air cleaner...whenever possible. D Avoid heavy traffic or traffic jams D Do not rest your vehicle free from other vehicles to coast down on the clutch or brake pedal. D Keep the bottom of all parts and lower operating costs, keep all lower engine performance and contribute to avoid traffic...
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... seatback (rear split bench seat), check that the pedal has the proper clearance. Accelerator pedal Check the pedal for additional information. 248 2001 TACOMA (OM35766U) Brakes At a safe place, check that all latches lock securely in steering condition, such as hard steering or strange noise...that all service reminder indicators and warning buzzers function properly. Make sure the belt webbing is sufficient fluid in any position. Clutch pedal Check the pedal for additional information. Brake pedal Check the pedal for changes in any latched position. Automatic transmission "...
... seatback (rear split bench seat), check that the pedal has the proper clearance. Accelerator pedal Check the pedal for additional information. 248 2001 TACOMA (OM35766U) Brakes At a safe place, check that all latches lock securely in steering condition, such as hard steering or strange noise...that all service reminder indicators and warning buzzers function properly. Make sure the belt webbing is sufficient fluid in any position. Clutch pedal Check the pedal for additional information. Brake pedal Check the pedal for changes in any latched position. Automatic transmission "...
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...tire; uneven tire wear D Vehicle pulls to one side when braking D Engine coolant temperature continually higher than normal 2001 TACOMA (OM35766U) 249 '01 Tacoma U (L/O 0009) Does your Toyota dealer as soon as follows: If you notice any of these clues, take your vehicle to your vehicle need ...repairing? Brake fluid level Make sure the brake fluid level is normal.) indicate a dangerous carbon monoxide leak. spongy feeling brake or clutch...
...tire; uneven tire wear D Vehicle pulls to one side when braking D Engine coolant temperature continually higher than normal 2001 TACOMA (OM35766U) 249 '01 Tacoma U (L/O 0009) Does your Toyota dealer as soon as follows: If you notice any of these clues, take your vehicle to your vehicle need ...repairing? Brake fluid level Make sure the brake fluid level is normal.) indicate a dangerous carbon monoxide leak. spongy feeling brake or clutch...
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... type: Gear Oil API GL-4 or GL-5 Recommended oil viscosity: SAE 75W-90 D-II or DIFFERENTIAL Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp. '01 Tacoma U (L/O 0009) CLUTCH Pedal free play, mm (in.): 5-15 (0.2-0.6) Fluid type: SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 MANUAL TRANSMISSION Oil capacity, L (qt., ...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 2.3) 1.9) 2001 TACOMA (OM35766U) 285 qt.): 2RZ-FE engine 2.6 (2.7, 3RZ-FE engine 2.5 (2.6, 5VZ-FE engine Two-wheel drive models 2.6 (2.7, Four-wheel drive models 2.2 ...
... type: Gear Oil API GL-4 or GL-5 Recommended oil viscosity: SAE 75W-90 D-II or DIFFERENTIAL Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp. '01 Tacoma U (L/O 0009) CLUTCH Pedal free play, mm (in.): 5-15 (0.2-0.6) Fluid type: SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 MANUAL TRANSMISSION Oil capacity, L (qt., ...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 2.3) 1.9) 2001 TACOMA (OM35766U) 285 qt.): 2RZ-FE engine 2.6 (2.7, 3RZ-FE engine 2.5 (2.6, 5VZ-FE engine Two-wheel drive models 2.6 (2.7, Four-wheel drive models 2.2 ...
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...system, anti-lock brake system, automatic transmission shift lock system 17. ECU-B 7.5 A: SRS warning light, air conditioning system 24. STA 7.5 A: Clutch start cancel system, starting system, charging system, air conditioning system 22. TAIL 10 A: Tail lights, licence plate lights 9. IGN 7.5 A: Gauges...injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system 23. PWR OUTLET 15 A: Power outlet 16. WIPER 20 A: Windshield wipers and washer 2001 TACOMA (OM35766U) 288 ACC 15 A: Cigarette lighter, clock, power rear view mirrors, back-up lights, cruise control system, rear ...
...system, anti-lock brake system, automatic transmission shift lock system 17. ECU-B 7.5 A: SRS warning light, air conditioning system 24. STA 7.5 A: Clutch start cancel system, starting system, charging system, air conditioning system 22. TAIL 10 A: Tail lights, licence plate lights 9. IGN 7.5 A: Gauges...injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system 23. PWR OUTLET 15 A: Power outlet 16. WIPER 20 A: Windshield wipers and washer 2001 TACOMA (OM35766U) 288 ACC 15 A: Cigarette lighter, clock, power rear view mirrors, back-up lights, cruise control system, rear ...