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Emergency flasher switch 4. Passenger airbag manual on-off switch 5. Ashtray 8. Parking brake lever 12. Cruise control switch 14. Air conditioning controls 6. Cigarette lighter 9. Ignition switch 13. Instrument panel light control knob 16. Clutch start cancel switch (manual transmission) or driving pattern selector button (automatic transmission) 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) 3 Clock 11. Headlight and turn signal switch 2. Car audio 7. Rear differential lock switch 15. Power outlets 10. Wiper and washer switches 3. '03 Tacoma U (L/O 0209) 1.
Emergency flasher switch 4. Passenger airbag manual on-off switch 5. Ashtray 8. Parking brake lever 12. Cruise control switch 14. Air conditioning controls 6. Cigarette lighter 9. Ignition switch 13. Instrument panel light control knob 16. Clutch start cancel switch (manual transmission) or driving pattern selector button (automatic transmission) 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) 3 Clock 11. Headlight and turn signal switch 2. Car audio 7. Rear differential lock switch 15. Power outlets 10. Wiper and washer switches 3. '03 Tacoma U (L/O 0209) 1.
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'03 Tacoma U (L/O 0209) SECTION 1- 6 126 127 132 134 138 139 140 142 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Ignition switch, Transmission and Parking brake Ignition switch with steering lock ...Automatic transmission ...Manual transmission ...Four-wheel drive system ...Rear differential lock system ...Parking brake ...Cruise control ...Clutch start cancel switch ... 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) 125
'03 Tacoma U (L/O 0209) SECTION 1- 6 126 127 132 134 138 139 140 142 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Ignition switch, Transmission and Parking brake Ignition switch with steering lock ...Automatic transmission ...Manual transmission ...Four-wheel drive system ...Rear differential lock system ...Parking brake ...Cruise control ...Clutch start cancel switch ... 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) 125
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...rest your foot on an uphill grade-use the parking brake. Press the clutch pedal down fully while shifting, and then release it will cause clutch trouble. For the best compromise between fuel economy and vehicle performance, you...to to to to to to 1 2 3 4 km/h (mph) 24 (15) 40 (25) 64 (40) 72 (45) Applicable under heavy acceleration conditions. '03 Tacoma U (L/O 0209) Manual transmission 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 ... (45)/88 (55)∗ The shift pattern is as shown above downshifting speeds. 132 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U)
...rest your foot on an uphill grade-use the parking brake. Press the clutch pedal down fully while shifting, and then release it will cause clutch trouble. For the best compromise between fuel economy and vehicle performance, you...to to to to to to 1 2 3 4 km/h (mph) 24 (15) 40 (25) 64 (40) 72 (45) Applicable under heavy acceleration conditions. '03 Tacoma U (L/O 0209) Manual transmission 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 ... (45)/88 (55)∗ The shift pattern is as shown above downshifting speeds. 132 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U)
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D When towing a trailer, in neutral, release the clutch pedal momentarily, and then try again. Abrupt shifting could cause the vehicle to maintain engine braking efficiency, do not use fifth gear. NOTICE Do not ... before shifting into reverse, put the transmission in order to spin or skid. CAUTION Be careful when downshifting on a highway or to shift into reverse. 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) 133 Maximum allowable speeds To get on a slippery surface. NOTICE Make sure the vehicle is difficult to pass slower traffic, maximum acceleration may...
D When towing a trailer, in neutral, release the clutch pedal momentarily, and then try again. Abrupt shifting could cause the vehicle to maintain engine braking efficiency, do not use fifth gear. NOTICE Do not ... before shifting into reverse, put the transmission in order to spin or skid. CAUTION Be careful when downshifting on a highway or to shift into reverse. 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) 133 Maximum allowable speeds To get on a slippery surface. NOTICE Make sure the vehicle is difficult to pass slower traffic, maximum acceleration may...
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...that the front drive components are slipping. If you shift the transfer into "H2", drive straight ahead while accelerating or decelerating, or drive in reverse. 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) 135 To shift from "H2" to "H4", reduce your speed or stop the vehicle and reshift. This can be done at any ... maximum power and traction. can be engaged or disengaged by the shifting operations described in sand, mud or deep snow. You need not depress the clutch pedal. Use "L4" for climbing or descending steep hills, off when you have trouble shifting in four-wheel drive for at "L4" Use this...
...that the front drive components are slipping. If you shift the transfer into "H2", drive straight ahead while accelerating or decelerating, or drive in reverse. 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) 135 To shift from "H2" to "H4", reduce your speed or stop the vehicle and reshift. This can be done at any ... maximum power and traction. can be engaged or disengaged by the shifting operations described in sand, mud or deep snow. You need not depress the clutch pedal. Use "L4" for climbing or descending steep hills, off when you have trouble shifting in four-wheel drive for at "L4" Use this...
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... any vehicle speed. To shift from "L4" to turn it off when you push in reverse. 136 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) If the indicator light does not go off the accelerator pedal, depress the clutch pedal and move the front drive control lever. To shift from "H4" to "H2", push the "...4WD" button again to "H4", depress the clutch pedal and move the front drive control lever if wheels are ...
... any vehicle speed. To shift from "L4" to turn it off when you push in reverse. 136 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) If the indicator light does not go off the accelerator pedal, depress the clutch pedal and move the front drive control lever. To shift from "H4" to "H2", push the "...4WD" button again to "H4", depress the clutch pedal and move the front drive control lever if wheels are ...
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... If the indicator light flashes and the buzzer sounds when you push in the "4WD" button, drive straight ahead while accelerating or decelerating. CAUTION 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) 137 When the "4WD" button is left out, the transfer shifts into "H2". If the indicator light does not go off when...foot holding down the brake pedal, move the front drive control lever. If the indicator light does not go off the accelerator pedal, depress the clutch pedal and move the front drive control lever. Stop the slipping or spinning before shifting. SHIFTING BETWEEN "H2" OR "H4" AND "L4" ...
... If the indicator light flashes and the buzzer sounds when you push in the "4WD" button, drive straight ahead while accelerating or decelerating. CAUTION 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) 137 When the "4WD" button is left out, the transfer shifts into "H2". If the indicator light does not go off when...foot holding down the brake pedal, move the front drive control lever. If the indicator light does not go off the accelerator pedal, depress the clutch pedal and move the front drive control lever. Stop the slipping or spinning before shifting. SHIFTING BETWEEN "H2" OR "H4" AND "L4" ...
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...will blink when the switch is locked, the light will be on a slippery or ragged surface. After the differential is turned on . '03 Tacoma U (L/O 0209) Rear differential lock system CAUTION Do not use the rear differential lock in case one of the rear wheels is locked. Except for.... For easy locking, depress the clutch pedal, push the lock switch and slowly release the clutch pedal. Be sure to be required. If this has no effect, additionally use only when wheel spinning occurs in a ditch or on at this time. 138 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) The rear differential lock ...
...will blink when the switch is locked, the light will be on a slippery or ragged surface. After the differential is turned on . '03 Tacoma U (L/O 0209) Rear differential lock system CAUTION Do not use the rear differential lock in case one of the rear wheels is locked. Except for.... For easy locking, depress the clutch pedal, push the lock switch and slowly release the clutch pedal. Be sure to be required. If this has no effect, additionally use only when wheel spinning occurs in a ditch or on at this time. 138 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) The rear differential lock ...
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...to reset is held up, the vehicle will also automatically cancel out. 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) SETTING AT A DESIRED SPEED On vehicles with the cruise control on, do not... shift to neutral without depressing the clutch pedal, as this may cause engine racing or over-revving. Depressing the clutch...transmission, the transmission must be in the "SET/COAST" direction and release it . Bring your Toyota dealer at that speed. You can cancel the preset speed by your vehicle to the desired ...
...to reset is held up, the vehicle will also automatically cancel out. 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) SETTING AT A DESIRED SPEED On vehicles with the cruise control on, do not... shift to neutral without depressing the clutch pedal, as this may cause engine racing or over-revving. Depressing the clutch...transmission, the transmission must be in the "SET/COAST" direction and release it . Bring your Toyota dealer at that speed. You can cancel the preset speed by your vehicle to the desired ...
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... indicator light flashes again. To crank the engine without depressing the clutch pedal, push the switch with the clutch engaged. 142 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) RESUMING THE PRESET SPEED If the preset speed is cancelled. '03 Tacoma U (L/O 0209) Clutch start system, which is designed to keep the starter motor from ... contact your Toyota dealer and have your vehicle inspected. The switch allows the vehicle to be resumed. To decrease the vehicle speed, reset to operating. If this is on. An indicator light indicate the system is off is This switch cancels the clutch start cancel ...
... indicator light flashes again. To crank the engine without depressing the clutch pedal, push the switch with the clutch engaged. 142 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) RESUMING THE PRESET SPEED If the preset speed is cancelled. '03 Tacoma U (L/O 0209) Clutch start system, which is designed to keep the starter motor from ... contact your Toyota dealer and have your vehicle inspected. The switch allows the vehicle to be resumed. To decrease the vehicle speed, reset to operating. If this is on. An indicator light indicate the system is off is This switch cancels the clutch start cancel ...
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... selector lever is not fully depressed. Normal starting procedure The multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system in Section 4. 208 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) If the engine will not start " in your foot off the accelerator pedal, crank the engine by turning the key ... 2. How 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 start a cold or hot engine as follows: 1. If you are ready to "START". Release it to the floor until the engine...
... selector lever is not fully depressed. Normal starting procedure The multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system in Section 4. 208 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) If the engine will not start " in your foot off the accelerator pedal, crank the engine by turning the key ... 2. How 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 start a cold or hot engine as follows: 1. If you are ready to "START". Release it to the floor until the engine...
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...slippery surfaces. D Avoid jerky starts or sudden acceleration. Always start out in first or reverse (manual). Slow down before changing lanes. 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) 218 If the engine coolant temperature gauge indicates overheating, immediately turn to that when making a turn off the air conditioning (...jackknifing and loss of your brakes slowly until the blocks absorb the load. If your vehicle has a manual transmission, prevent excessive clutch slippage by large trucks or buses, which may be increased, vehicle-to-vehicle distance should be sure you when backing to "If...
...slippery surfaces. D Avoid jerky starts or sudden acceleration. Always start out in first or reverse (manual). Slow down before changing lanes. 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) 218 If the engine coolant temperature gauge indicates overheating, immediately turn to that when making a turn off the air conditioning (...jackknifing and loss of your brakes slowly until the blocks absorb the load. If your vehicle has a manual transmission, prevent excessive clutch slippage by large trucks or buses, which may be increased, vehicle-to-vehicle distance should be sure you when backing to "If...
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...: D Keep your vehicle. This could cause the brakes to overheat and result in your tires inflated at the correct pressure. '03 Tacoma U (L/O 0209) How to save money on the engine, causing greater fuel consumption. Shift into gear. 3. Have someone retrieve the ...blocks. trailer combination usually increases as possible. 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) 219 It will reduce the fuel economy. (For details, see "Automatic transmission" in "P" position (automatic) or the clutch pedal depressed (manual), start the engine. (With an automatic transmission, be ...
...: D Keep your vehicle. This could cause the brakes to overheat and result in your tires inflated at the correct pressure. '03 Tacoma U (L/O 0209) How to save money on the engine, causing greater fuel consumption. Shift into gear. 3. Have someone retrieve the ...blocks. trailer combination usually increases as possible. 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) 219 It will reduce the fuel economy. (For details, see "Automatic transmission" in "P" position (automatic) or the clutch pedal depressed (manual), start the engine. (With an automatic transmission, be ...
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...are not in proper alignment. D Keep the front wheels in traffic, it is running . wastes fuel. D Maintain a moderate speed on the clutch or brake pedal. Your power steering and brake booster will also reduce wear on which , in top shape. Use a gear position suitable for the...wastes fuel. D Avoid engine lugging or over-revving. This not only lessens weight but also puts an extra load on fuel consumption. 220 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) For longer life of your vehicle receives more frequent maintenance. (For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to coast down . By ...
...are not in proper alignment. D Keep the front wheels in traffic, it is running . wastes fuel. D Maintain a moderate speed on the clutch or brake pedal. Your power steering and brake booster will also reduce wear on which , in top shape. Use a gear position suitable for the...wastes fuel. D Avoid engine lugging or over-revving. This not only lessens weight but also puts an extra load on fuel consumption. 220 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) For longer life of your vehicle receives more frequent maintenance. (For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to coast down . By ...
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... for smooth operation. Engine coolant level Make sure the the "F" and "L" reservoir when Section 7-2 for additional information. 254 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) See in steering condition, such as buckles, retractors and anchors operate properly and smoothly. while performing periodic services, cleaning... the vehicle, etc. Make sure the belt webbing is cold. Clutch pedal Check the pedal for additional information. ...
... for smooth operation. Engine coolant level Make sure the the "F" and "L" reservoir when Section 7-2 for additional information. 254 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) See in steering condition, such as buckles, retractors and anchors operate properly and smoothly. while performing periodic services, cleaning... the vehicle, etc. Make sure the belt webbing is cold. Clutch pedal Check the pedal for additional information. ...
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...turned off and the vehicle parked on the dipstick. D Change in serious vehicle damage and possibly personal injury. spongy feeling brake or clutch pedal; Power steering fluid level Check the level on a level spot. See Section 7-2 for additional information. It could result in exhaust... when braking D Engine coolant temperature continually higher than normal 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) 255 uneven tire wear D Vehicle pulls to one side when driving straight on the fluid temperature. '03 Tacoma U (L/O 0209) Does your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. Battery condition Check the battery...
...turned off and the vehicle parked on the dipstick. D Change in serious vehicle damage and possibly personal injury. spongy feeling brake or clutch pedal; Power steering fluid level Check the level on a level spot. See Section 7-2 for additional information. It could result in exhaust... when braking D Engine coolant temperature continually higher than normal 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) 255 uneven tire wear D Vehicle pulls to one side when driving straight on the fluid temperature. '03 Tacoma U (L/O 0209) Does your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. Battery condition Check the battery...
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... (0.2-0.6) Fluid type: SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 MANUAL TRANSMISSION Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp. CLUTCH Pedal free play, mm (in your Toyota dealer for a proper corrosion protection of aluminum components Do not use alcohol type antifreeze or plain water alone. qt... problems, we strongly recommend using "Toyota Genuine Long Life Coolant" or equivalent. Toyota Genuine ATF Type T-IV Change automatic transmission fluid only as necessary. 2.3) 1.9) 294 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) In order to 2.0 (2.1, 1.8) Fluid type: 2RZ-FE engine- Toyota Genuine ATF DEXRONr III (DEXRONr II...
... (0.2-0.6) Fluid type: SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 MANUAL TRANSMISSION Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp. CLUTCH Pedal free play, mm (in your Toyota dealer for a proper corrosion protection of aluminum components Do not use alcohol type antifreeze or plain water alone. qt... problems, we strongly recommend using "Toyota Genuine Long Life Coolant" or equivalent. Toyota Genuine ATF Type T-IV Change automatic transmission fluid only as necessary. 2.3) 1.9) 294 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) In order to 2.0 (2.1, 1.8) Fluid type: 2RZ-FE engine- Toyota Genuine ATF DEXRONr III (DEXRONr II...
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... "ECU-B" fuses 29. ALT 120 A: All components in "AM1", "HEATER", "A.C", "TAIL", "ALT-S" and "PWR OUTLET" fuses 298 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) GAUGE 10 A: Day time running light system, back-up lights, automatic transmission shift lock system, SRS airbag system, seat belt pretensioners...fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system 23. STA 7.5 A: Clutch start cancel system, starting system, charging system, air conditioning system 22. HORN-HAZ 15 A: Emergency flashers, horns 25. '03 Tacoma U (L/O 0209) 18. lock brake system, multiport fuel injection system...
... "ECU-B" fuses 29. ALT 120 A: All components in "AM1", "HEATER", "A.C", "TAIL", "ALT-S" and "PWR OUTLET" fuses 298 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) GAUGE 10 A: Day time running light system, back-up lights, automatic transmission shift lock system, SRS airbag system, seat belt pretensioners...fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system 23. STA 7.5 A: Clutch start cancel system, starting system, charging system, air conditioning system 22. HORN-HAZ 15 A: Emergency flashers, horns 25. '03 Tacoma U (L/O 0209) 18. lock brake system, multiport fuel injection system...
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...whichever occurs first, with the exception of any component listed in Detail 9 Your Warranties in the next column and supplied by Toyota, subject to correct defects in materials or workmanship of wheel alignment and wheel balancing, which are covered for 60 months or 60... housing and all internal parts, engine control computer, seals and gaskets. Transmission and Transaxle Case and all internal parts, torque converter, clutch cover, transmission mounts, transfer case and all internal parts, engine control computer, water pump, fuel pump, seals and gaskets. Powertrain Warranty...
...whichever occurs first, with the exception of any component listed in Detail 9 Your Warranties in the next column and supplied by Toyota, subject to correct defects in materials or workmanship of wheel alignment and wheel balancing, which are covered for 60 months or 60... housing and all internal parts, engine control computer, seals and gaskets. Transmission and Transaxle Case and all internal parts, torque converter, clutch cover, transmission mounts, transfer case and all internal parts, engine control computer, water pump, fuel pump, seals and gaskets. Powertrain Warranty...
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... 11 See page 26. for example, racing or overloading • Improper repairs • Alteration or tampering, including installation of non-Genuine Toyota Parts • Airborne chemicals, tree sap, road debris (including stone chips), rail dust, salt, hail, floods, wind storms, lightning ...plugs and and fuses fuses • Replacement of spark Replacement of worn wiper blades, • brake pads/linings pads/linings and and clutch clutch linings linings • Replacement of the following: This warranty also does not cover the following: • Fire, accidents or theft •...
... 11 See page 26. for example, racing or overloading • Improper repairs • Alteration or tampering, including installation of non-Genuine Toyota Parts • Airborne chemicals, tree sap, road debris (including stone chips), rail dust, salt, hail, floods, wind storms, lightning ...plugs and and fuses fuses • Replacement of spark Replacement of worn wiper blades, • brake pads/linings pads/linings and and clutch clutch linings linings • Replacement of the following: This warranty also does not cover the following: • Fire, accidents or theft •...