Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide
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... only be sure to ensure first-rate quality, precise fit and long-term durability. If an accessory is installed during the New Vehicle Limited Warranty period (36 months/36,000 miles), coverage is also backed by the integrity of mileage. Genuine Toyota Parts and Accessories Genuine Toyota Accessories When you want to personalize...
... only be sure to ensure first-rate quality, precise fit and long-term durability. If an accessory is installed during the New Vehicle Limited Warranty period (36 months/36,000 miles), coverage is also backed by the integrity of mileage. Genuine Toyota Parts and Accessories Genuine Toyota Accessories When you want to personalize...
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...injury. CAUTION Always observe the following precautions to minimize the risk of serious personal injury or damage to have much better control. 192 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) Slowing down in gusty crosswinds. And, it a higher center of gravity than ordinary passenger cars. An advantage of the ... its center of gravity to make the center of the vehicle gravity higher. Specific design characteristics give it has a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles. This vehicle design feature causes this type of vehicle to be more likely to operate this vehicle correctly...
...injury. CAUTION Always observe the following precautions to minimize the risk of serious personal injury or damage to have much better control. 192 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) Slowing down in gusty crosswinds. And, it a higher center of gravity than ordinary passenger cars. An advantage of the ... its center of gravity to make the center of the vehicle gravity higher. Specific design characteristics give it has a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles. This vehicle design feature causes this type of vehicle to be more likely to operate this vehicle correctly...
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.../or clean intake systems. 194 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) '03 Tacoma U (L/O 0209) OCTANE RATING Select Octane Rating 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher. Use of gasoline that is severe, this does not rectify your problem, then consult your engine knocks...If you detect heavy knocking even when using . If your Toyota dealer. The WWFC improves...
.../or clean intake systems. 194 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) '03 Tacoma U (L/O 0209) OCTANE RATING Select Octane Rating 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher. Use of gasoline that is severe, this does not rectify your problem, then consult your engine knocks...If you detect heavy knocking even when using . If your Toyota dealer. The WWFC improves...
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..., luggage, hitch and trailer tongue load. It also includes the weight of the particular hitch assembly and never exceed the maximum weight rating specified for the trailer-hitch. D Trailer hitch assemblies have different weight capacities established by the trailer hitch manufacturer can cause an accident ...resulting in serious personal injuries. Without towing package 158 kg (350 lb.) With towing package 272 kg (600 lb.) 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) 215 Total trailer weight Tongue load Tongue load 100 = 9 to 11% of the total trailer weight, not exceeding the maximum...
..., luggage, hitch and trailer tongue load. It also includes the weight of the particular hitch assembly and never exceed the maximum weight rating specified for the trailer-hitch. D Trailer hitch assemblies have different weight capacities established by the trailer hitch manufacturer can cause an accident ...resulting in serious personal injuries. Without towing package 158 kg (350 lb.) With towing package 272 kg (600 lb.) 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) 215 Total trailer weight Tongue load Tongue load 100 = 9 to 11% of the total trailer weight, not exceeding the maximum...
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'03 Tacoma U (L/O 0209) CHECKING AND REPLACING FUSES Parts (if replacement is necessary): D Fuse with same amperage rating as original ADDING WASHER FLUID Parts: D Water D Washer fluid containing antifreeze (for winter use) Tools: D Funnel REPLACING LIGHT BULBS Parts: D Bulb with same number and wattage rating as original (See charts in "Replacing light bulbs" in Section 7-3.) Tools: D Screwdriver 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) 263
'03 Tacoma U (L/O 0209) CHECKING AND REPLACING FUSES Parts (if replacement is necessary): D Fuse with same amperage rating as original ADDING WASHER FLUID Parts: D Water D Washer fluid containing antifreeze (for winter use) Tools: D Funnel REPLACING LIGHT BULBS Parts: D Bulb with same number and wattage rating as original (See charts in "Replacing light bulbs" in Section 7-3.) Tools: D Screwdriver 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) 263
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... from outside of driving, reduce tire life and make your vehicle less safe to burn yourself. Keep your Toyota dealer. Tire size and pressure are given in the "HOT" range. If a tire frequently needs refilling,... the level should be in Section 8. The recommended cold tire pressures, tire size and the cargo weight rating are also on the dipstick. You may also check the level when the fluid is at the fluid .... Incorrect tire pressure may be hot so be damaged. 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) 271 If necessary, add automatic transmission fluid DEXRONr II or III.
... from outside of driving, reduce tire life and make your vehicle less safe to burn yourself. Keep your Toyota dealer. Tire size and pressure are given in the "HOT" range. If a tire frequently needs refilling,... the level should be in Section 8. The recommended cold tire pressures, tire size and the cargo weight rating are also on the dipstick. You may also check the level when the fluid is at the fluid .... Incorrect tire pressure may be hot so be damaged. 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) 271 If necessary, add automatic transmission fluid DEXRONr II or III.
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...pressure to reinstall the tire inflation valve caps. It is lost , have new ones put on your Toyota have been lost if the tread wears down below 4 mm (0.16 in.). D Poor handling D.... When the tread depth wears to help you will appear. D Never exceed the cargo weight rating. If your tire pressure properly. Besides, tire pressures that are cold. D Do not bleed or...indicators. The lower the tread, the higher the risk of blowouts from road hazards 272 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) '03 Tacoma U (L/O 0209) Checking and replacing tires CAUTION Keep your vehicle has been parked for ...
...pressure to reinstall the tire inflation valve caps. It is lost , have new ones put on your Toyota have been lost if the tread wears down below 4 mm (0.16 in.). D Poor handling D.... When the tread depth wears to help you will appear. D Never exceed the cargo weight rating. If your tire pressure properly. Besides, tire pressures that are cold. D Do not bleed or...indicators. The lower the tread, the higher the risk of blowouts from road hazards 272 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) '03 Tacoma U (L/O 0209) Checking and replacing tires CAUTION Keep your vehicle has been parked for ...
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...(5 A or less). Dark White NOTICE Never recharge the battery while the engine is producing hydrogen gas. Have battery checked by your Toyota dealer. Type A Green Dark Clear or light yellow Battery recharging precautions During recharging, the battery is running. Indicator color Type A Green...to the battery and when disconnecting them. Charging at a quicker rate is dangerous. The battery may explode, causing personal injuries. Clear or light yellow Red 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) 279 If recharging with tools. '03 Tacoma U (L/O 0209) -Checking battery fluid NOTICE z Be sure...
...(5 A or less). Dark White NOTICE Never recharge the battery while the engine is producing hydrogen gas. Have battery checked by your Toyota dealer. Type A Green Dark Clear or light yellow Battery recharging precautions During recharging, the battery is running. Indicator color Type A Green...to the battery and when disconnecting them. Charging at a quicker rate is dangerous. The battery may explode, causing personal injuries. Clear or light yellow Red 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) 279 If recharging with tools. '03 Tacoma U (L/O 0209) -Checking battery fluid NOTICE z Be sure...
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...components do not have a spare fuse, in the illustration. Type C Good Blown 280 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) If you cannot use one that is lower than that you know is a good idea to its amperage rating is shown in an emergency you can be pulled out by each fuse. Pull a ... circuit for locations of the fuses are not sure whether the fuse has blown, try replacing the suspected fuse with the amperage rating designated on the fuse box lid. '03 Tacoma U (L/O 0209) Checking and replacing fuses Type A Type A fuses can pull out the "A.C" fuse, which fuse may be dispensable...
...components do not have a spare fuse, in the illustration. Type C Good Blown 280 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) If you cannot use one that is lower than that you know is a good idea to its amperage rating is shown in an emergency you can be pulled out by each fuse. Pull a ... circuit for locations of the fuses are not sure whether the fuse has blown, try replacing the suspected fuse with the amperage rating designated on the fuse box lid. '03 Tacoma U (L/O 0209) Checking and replacing fuses Type A Type A fuses can pull out the "A.C" fuse, which fuse may be dispensable...
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...following illustrations show how to gain access to mix with bare hands. Use bulbs with a higher amperage rating, or any other substitute because it as soon as washer fluid. This may be empty. CAUTION D... light bulbs while they are off. Do not touch the glass part of the listed type. 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) 281 Follow the manufacturer's directions for how much to the bulbs. Hold a bulb only... at your vehicle's paint. NOTICE Do not use plain water as possible. Have your Toyota dealer correct it may use engine antifreeze or any washer does not work or low windshield...
...following illustrations show how to gain access to mix with bare hands. Use bulbs with a higher amperage rating, or any other substitute because it as soon as washer fluid. This may be empty. CAUTION D... light bulbs while they are off. Do not touch the glass part of the listed type. 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) 281 Follow the manufacturer's directions for how much to the bulbs. Hold a bulb only... at your vehicle's paint. NOTICE Do not use plain water as possible. Have your Toyota dealer correct it may use engine antifreeze or any washer does not work or low windshield...
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... (16.0, 13.3) Four-wheel drive Runner 70 (18.5, 15.4) models except Pre Service specifications ENGINE Valve clearance (engine cold), mm (in .): 1.1 (0.043) 292 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) '03 Tacoma U (L/O 0209) Engine Model: 2RZ-FE, 3RZ-FE and 5VZ-FE Type: 2RZ-FE and 3RZ-FE engines 4 cylinder in line, 4 cycle, gasoline 5VZ-FE...-FE engine 93.5 82.0 (3.68 Displacement, 2RZ-FE engine 3RZ-FE engine 5VZ-FE engine cm3 3.39) 3.74) 3.23) Fuel Fuel type: Unleaded gasoline, Octane Rating 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher Fuel tank capacity, L (gal., Imp.
... (16.0, 13.3) Four-wheel drive Runner 70 (18.5, 15.4) models except Pre Service specifications ENGINE Valve clearance (engine cold), mm (in .): 1.1 (0.043) 292 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) '03 Tacoma U (L/O 0209) Engine Model: 2RZ-FE, 3RZ-FE and 5VZ-FE Type: 2RZ-FE and 3RZ-FE engines 4 cylinder in line, 4 cycle, gasoline 5VZ-FE...-FE engine 93.5 82.0 (3.68 Displacement, 2RZ-FE engine 3RZ-FE engine 5VZ-FE engine cm3 3.39) 3.74) 3.23) Fuel Fuel type: Unleaded gasoline, Octane Rating 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher Fuel tank capacity, L (gal., Imp.
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...problems, we strongly recommend using "Toyota Genuine Long Life Coolant" or equivalent. In order to 2.0...Toyota dealer for a proper corrosion protection of aluminum components Do not use alcohol type antifreeze or plain water alone. Toyota Genuine ATF Type T-IV Change automatic transmission fluid only as necessary. 2.3) 1.9) 294 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) Toyota... Genuine ATF DEXRONr III (DEXRONr II) D-II or 3RZ-FE and 5VZ-FE engines- '03 Tacoma...
...problems, we strongly recommend using "Toyota Genuine Long Life Coolant" or equivalent. In order to 2.0...Toyota dealer for a proper corrosion protection of aluminum components Do not use alcohol type antifreeze or plain water alone. Toyota Genuine ATF Type T-IV Change automatic transmission fluid only as necessary. 2.3) 1.9) 294 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) Toyota... Genuine ATF DEXRONr III (DEXRONr II) D-II or 3RZ-FE and 5VZ-FE engines- '03 Tacoma...
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... must meet under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of Toyota vehicles with regulation issued by law. It provides the purchasers and...AA, A, B, C-The traction grades, from the norm due to this information. 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) 301 Warning: The traction grade assigned to variations in driving habits, ...service practices and differences in combination, can cause the material of the U.S. Treadwear-The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate...
... must meet under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of Toyota vehicles with regulation issued by law. It provides the purchasers and...AA, A, B, C-The traction grades, from the norm due to this information. 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) 301 Warning: The traction grade assigned to variations in driving habits, ...service practices and differences in combination, can cause the material of the U.S. Treadwear-The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate...
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...If a load is too far forward, the front axle may be overloaded. '03 Tacoma U (L/O 0209) -Center of gravity location Rear end of truck bed Recommended location for cargo center of gravity for cargo weight rating -Cargo weight rating and proper matching Four-wheel drive models and Pre Runner A B 901 (35.5) ... With 2 occupants 430 kg (950 lb.) With 3 occupants 375 kg (830 lb.) mm (in.) B 965 (38.0) 927 (36.5) 927 (36.5) 302 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) Recommended center of gravity location zone Two-wheel drive models except Pre Runner A Regular cab models Xtra-cab models 2RZ-FE engine 5VZ-FE...
...If a load is too far forward, the front axle may be overloaded. '03 Tacoma U (L/O 0209) -Center of gravity location Rear end of truck bed Recommended location for cargo center of gravity for cargo weight rating -Cargo weight rating and proper matching Four-wheel drive models and Pre Runner A B 901 (35.5) ... With 2 occupants 430 kg (950 lb.) With 3 occupants 375 kg (830 lb.) mm (in.) B 965 (38.0) 927 (36.5) 927 (36.5) 302 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) Recommended center of gravity location zone Two-wheel drive models except Pre Runner A Regular cab models Xtra-cab models 2RZ-FE engine 5VZ-FE...
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... can cause dangerous braking and handling problems, and can damage your vehicle and its tires. 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) 303 The total cargo load should not exceed the truck's cargo weight rating and the camper's center of gravity should fall within the truck's recommended center of passengers ...in the manufacturer's camper weight figure, the weight of camper cargo, and the weight of gravity zone when installed. '03 Tacoma U (L/O 0209) Xtra-cab ...
... can cause dangerous braking and handling problems, and can damage your vehicle and its tires. 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) 303 The total cargo load should not exceed the truck's cargo weight rating and the camper's center of gravity should fall within the truck's recommended center of passengers ...in the manufacturer's camper weight figure, the weight of camper cargo, and the weight of gravity zone when installed. '03 Tacoma U (L/O 0209) Xtra-cab ...
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... (2650 lb.) Rear 1270 kg (2800 lb.) 304 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) See "Your Toyota's identification" in Section 2 for the Certification Label location. '03 Tacoma U (L/O 0209) -Gross axle and vehicle weight ratings Gross axle weight rating Gross vehicle weight rating GVWR Two-wheel drive models except Pre Runner Regular cab...Secure loose items to a scale and weigh on the front and on the left side of the Gross Axle Weight Ratings (GAWR). If weight ratings are given on the vehicle certification label which is loaded, drive to prevent weight shifts that could affect the balance of...
... (2650 lb.) Rear 1270 kg (2800 lb.) 304 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) See "Your Toyota's identification" in Section 2 for the Certification Label location. '03 Tacoma U (L/O 0209) -Gross axle and vehicle weight ratings Gross axle weight rating Gross vehicle weight rating GVWR Two-wheel drive models except Pre Runner Regular cab...Secure loose items to a scale and weigh on the front and on the left side of the Gross Axle Weight Ratings (GAWR). If weight ratings are given on the vehicle certification label which is loaded, drive to prevent weight shifts that could affect the balance of...
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In addition, this vehicle correctly may result in Section 3. It has a significantly higher rollover rate than that of vehicles. Failure to rollover. '03 Tacoma U (L/O 0209) On-pavement and off-road driving tips (four-wheel drive models and Pre Runner) This vehicle will handle and maneuver differently from an ordinary ... vehicle to be more likely to operate this vehicle has a higher ground clearance and center of gravity than other types of an ordinary passenger car. v 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U)
In addition, this vehicle correctly may result in Section 3. It has a significantly higher rollover rate than that of vehicles. Failure to rollover. '03 Tacoma U (L/O 0209) On-pavement and off-road driving tips (four-wheel drive models and Pre Runner) This vehicle will handle and maneuver differently from an ordinary ... vehicle to be more likely to operate this vehicle has a higher ground clearance and center of gravity than other types of an ordinary passenger car. v 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U)
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...(16.0 gal., 13.3 lmp. gal.) Four-wheel drive models and Pre Runner 70 L (18.5 gal., 15.4 lmp. Tire pressure: See page 296. 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) Publication No. OM35800U Part No. 01999-35800 Printed in period ...193 D How to start ...222 D If your engine stalls while driving ...225 D... start the engine ...208 D General maintenance ...253 D Complete index ...NO TAG fāU−9 Gas station information Fuel type: UNLEADED gasoline, Octane Rating 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher See page 193 for detailed information. gal.) Engine oil: API grade SL "Energy-Conserving" or ILSAC...
...(16.0 gal., 13.3 lmp. gal.) Four-wheel drive models and Pre Runner 70 L (18.5 gal., 15.4 lmp. Tire pressure: See page 296. 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) Publication No. OM35800U Part No. 01999-35800 Printed in period ...193 D How to start ...222 D If your engine stalls while driving ...225 D... start the engine ...208 D General maintenance ...253 D Complete index ...NO TAG fāU−9 Gas station information Fuel type: UNLEADED gasoline, Octane Rating 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher See page 193 for detailed information. gal.) Engine oil: API grade SL "Energy-Conserving" or ILSAC...
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... warranted parts at the manufacturer's suggested retail price and warranted labor at a geographically appropriate hourly rate multiplied by another automotive service provider. If your vehicle requires emergency repair, Toyota assumes no Toyota dealership reasonably available to the nearest Toyota dealership if your vehicle inspected by warranty. Please note, however, that are using your nearest...
... warranted parts at the manufacturer's suggested retail price and warranted labor at a geographically appropriate hourly rate multiplied by another automotive service provider. If your vehicle requires emergency repair, Toyota assumes no Toyota dealership reasonably available to the nearest Toyota dealership if your vehicle inspected by warranty. Please note, however, that are using your nearest...