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Do not 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. Downshift to the appropriate gear if acceleration is needed when you should upshift or downshift at the following speeds: High altitude -Higher than 1219 m (... km/h (mph) (15) (25)/58 (36)∗ (40)/72 (45)∗ (45)/88 (55)∗ The shift pattern is as shown above downshifting speeds. 132 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U)
Do not 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. Downshift to the appropriate gear if acceleration is needed when you should upshift or downshift at the following speeds: High altitude -Higher than 1219 m (... km/h (mph) (15) (25)/58 (36)∗ (40)/72 (45)∗ (45)/88 (55)∗ The shift pattern is as shown above downshifting speeds. 132 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U)
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...allowable speeds To get on a slippery surface. Make sure you are going faster than the maximum allowable speed for the next lower gear. '03 Tacoma U (L/O 0209) Upshifting too soon or downshifting too late will cause excessive engine wear and high fuel consumption. D When towing a trailer, ... in neutral, release the clutch pedal momentarily, and then try again. NOTICE Make sure the vehicle is difficult to maintain engine braking efficiency, do not use fifth gear. Regularly revving the engine to maximum speed in order to shift into reverse. 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) 133 NOTICE Do...
...allowable speeds To get on a slippery surface. Make sure you are going faster than the maximum allowable speed for the next lower gear. '03 Tacoma U (L/O 0209) Upshifting too soon or downshifting too late will cause excessive engine wear and high fuel consumption. D When towing a trailer, ... in neutral, release the clutch pedal momentarily, and then try again. NOTICE Make sure the vehicle is difficult to maintain engine braking efficiency, do not use fifth gear. Regularly revving the engine to maximum speed in order to shift into reverse. 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) 133 NOTICE Do...
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... or decelerating, or drive in reverse. 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) 135 This can be stopped. can be done at "L4" Use this for climbing or descending steep hills, off when you have trouble shifting in "(c) Shifting procedure". You need not depress the clutch pedal. The vehicle must be engaged or disengaged... "H2" AND "H4" To shift from "H4" to "H4", reduce your speed or stop the vehicle and reshift. You need not depress the clutch pedal. To shift from "H2" to "H2", simply move the front drive control lever. If the indicator light does not go off -road driving, and...
... or decelerating, or drive in reverse. 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) 135 This can be stopped. can be done at "L4" Use this for climbing or descending steep hills, off when you have trouble shifting in "(c) Shifting procedure". You need not depress the clutch pedal. The vehicle must be engaged or disengaged... "H2" AND "H4" To shift from "H4" to "H4", reduce your speed or stop the vehicle and reshift. You need not depress the clutch pedal. To shift from "H2" to "H2", simply move the front drive control lever. If the indicator light does not go off -road driving, and...
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.... This can be done at any vehicle speed. You need not depress the clutch pedal. SHIFTING BETWEEN "H4" AND "L4" To shift between "H4" and "L4", stop the vehicle and put the transmission in reverse. '03 Tacoma U (L/O 0209) (c) Shifting procedure (lever type with manual transmission) SHIFTING BETWEEN...in reverse. 136 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) With your foot off . CAUTION Never push the "4WD" button if wheels are slipping. With your foot holding down the brake pedal, move the front drive control lever. To shift from "H4" to "H4", depress the clutch pedal and move the ...
.... This can be done at any vehicle speed. You need not depress the clutch pedal. SHIFTING BETWEEN "H4" AND "L4" To shift between "H4" and "L4", stop the vehicle and put the transmission in reverse. '03 Tacoma U (L/O 0209) (c) Shifting procedure (lever type with manual transmission) SHIFTING BETWEEN...in reverse. 136 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) With your foot off . CAUTION Never push the "4WD" button if wheels are slipping. With your foot holding down the brake pedal, move the front drive control lever. To shift from "H4" to "H4", depress the clutch pedal and move the ...
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... or decelerating, or drive in reverse. '03 Tacoma U (L/O 0209) (c) Shifting procedure (lever/button type with automatic transmission) SHIFTING BETWEEN "H2" OR "H4" AND "L4" To shift from "L4" to "H2" or "H4", depress the clutch pedal and move the front drive control lever. With your...). When the "4WD" button is pushed in "N". If the indicator light does not go off the accelerator pedal, depress the clutch pedal and move the front drive control lever. If the indicator light does not go off when you shift the transfer into "H4"; CAUTION 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) 137
... or decelerating, or drive in reverse. '03 Tacoma U (L/O 0209) (c) Shifting procedure (lever/button type with automatic transmission) SHIFTING BETWEEN "H2" OR "H4" AND "L4" To shift from "L4" to "H2" or "H4", depress the clutch pedal and move the front drive control lever. With your...). When the "4WD" button is pushed in "N". If the indicator light does not go off the accelerator pedal, depress the clutch pedal and move the front drive control lever. If the indicator light does not go off when you shift the transfer into "H4"; CAUTION 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) 137
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... effort and careful cornering control will stop the wheels before locking the differential. For easy locking, depress the clutch pedal, push the lock switch and slowly release the clutch pedal. The rear differential lock system is locked, the light will be on at this has no effect, additionally... for the "ABS" warning light to stop blinking and remain on. If this time. 138 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) To lock the rear differential, push the switch. It is locked. '03 Tacoma U (L/O 0209) Rear differential lock system CAUTION Do not use only when wheel spinning occurs in...
... effort and careful cornering control will stop the wheels before locking the differential. For easy locking, depress the clutch pedal, push the lock switch and slowly release the clutch pedal. The rear differential lock system is locked, the light will be on at this has no effect, additionally... for the "ABS" warning light to stop blinking and remain on. If this time. 138 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) To lock the rear differential, push the switch. It is locked. '03 Tacoma U (L/O 0209) Rear differential lock system CAUTION Do not use only when wheel spinning occurs in...
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..., tap the lever 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. CAUTION For manual ...above cases, have your vehicle checked by : a. '03 Tacoma U (L/O 0209) If you need acceleration-for example, when passing-depress the accelerator pedal enough for the vehicle to exceed the set prior to the acceleration. Bring your Toyota dealer at that speed. Release the lever when the desired ...
..., tap the lever 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. CAUTION For manual ...above cases, have your vehicle checked by : a. '03 Tacoma U (L/O 0209) If you need acceleration-for example, when passing-depress the accelerator pedal enough for the vehicle to exceed the set prior to the acceleration. Bring your Toyota dealer at that speed. Release the lever when the desired ...
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...pedal, cruise control is the case, contact your Toyota dealer and have your vehicle inspected. The switch allows the vehicle to keep the starter motor from operating if the clutch pedal is not cancelled. To crank the engine without depressing the clutch pedal..., push the switch with the cruise control lever or depress the brake pedal. To decrease the vehicle speed, reset to operating. '03 Tacoma U (L/O 0209) Clutch... the engine with the clutch engaged. 142 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U)
...pedal, cruise control is the case, contact your Toyota dealer and have your vehicle inspected. The switch allows the vehicle to keep the starter motor from operating if the clutch pedal is not cancelled. To crank the engine without depressing the clutch pedal..., push the switch with the cruise control lever or depress the brake pedal. To decrease the vehicle speed, reset to operating. '03 Tacoma U (L/O 0209) Clutch... the engine with the clutch engaged. 142 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U)
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... the starter from operating if the clutch pedal is in "N". Normal starting . Hold the clutch pedal to start a cold or hot engine as follows: 1. Automatic transmission: Put the selector lever in normal starting procedure The multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system in Section 4. 208 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) How to the floor until...
... the starter from operating if the clutch pedal is in "N". Normal starting . Hold the clutch pedal to start a cold or hot engine as follows: 1. Automatic transmission: Put the selector lever in normal starting procedure The multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system in Section 4. 208 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) How to the floor until...
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...or the clutch pedal depressed (manual), start the engine. (With an automatic transmission, be sure to overheat and result in your vehicle. Once the engine is lower. Driving with the overdrive switch off the engine. trailer combination usually increases as possible. 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U)... 219 D Do not carry unneeded weight in reduced braking efficiency. D Avoid holding the brake pedal down and downshift before descending steep or long downhill grades. Get...
...or the clutch pedal depressed (manual), start the engine. (With an automatic transmission, be sure to overheat and result in your vehicle. Once the engine is lower. Driving with the overdrive switch off the engine. trailer combination usually increases as possible. 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U)... 219 D Do not carry unneeded weight in reduced braking efficiency. D Avoid holding the brake pedal down and downshift before descending steep or long downhill grades. Get...
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...turn off the engine to time the traffic signals so you will cut down . Use a gear position suitable for the road on the clutch or brake pedal. Stop-and-go driving D Keep your foot on which , in traffic, it is running . A dirty air cleaner, improper valve ... also reduce wear on schedule, and if you drive, the greater the fuel consumption. D Maintain a moderate speed on fuel consumption. 220 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) D Keep the bottom of your brakes. By reducing your vehicle receives more frequent maintenance. (For scheduled maintenance information, please refer...
...turn off the engine to time the traffic signals so you will cut down . Use a gear position suitable for the road on the clutch or brake pedal. Stop-and-go driving D Keep your foot on which , in traffic, it is running . A dirty air cleaner, improper valve ... also reduce wear on schedule, and if you drive, the greater the fuel consumption. D Maintain a moderate speed on fuel consumption. 220 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) D Keep the bottom of your brakes. By reducing your vehicle receives more frequent maintenance. (For scheduled maintenance information, please refer...
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...any position. Brakes At a safe place, check that the front of the selector lever (floor shift type) for additional information. 254 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) Washer fluid Make sure there is not cut, frayed, worn or damaged. Radiator, condenser and hoses Check that the brakes...and that your vehicle is held securely with only the parking brake applied. Brake pedal Check the pedal for smooth operation. operate smoothly and that the pedal has the proper clearance. Clutch pedal Check the pedal for smooth operation and that all latches lock securely in "P" position and all...
...any position. Brakes At a safe place, check that the front of the selector lever (floor shift type) for additional information. 254 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) Washer fluid Make sure there is not cut, frayed, worn or damaged. Radiator, condenser and hoses Check that the brakes...and that your vehicle is held securely with only the parking brake applied. Brake pedal Check the pedal for smooth operation. operate smoothly and that the pedal has the proper clearance. Clutch pedal Check the pedal for smooth operation and that all latches lock securely in "P" position and all...
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... feeling brake or clutch pedal; Battery condition Check the battery condition by the indicator color. excessive tire squeal when cornering; The level should be in exhaust sound (This may D Flat-looking tire; uneven tire wear D Vehicle pulls to one side when braking D Engine coolant temperature continually higher than normal 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) 255...
... feeling brake or clutch pedal; Battery condition Check the battery condition by the indicator color. excessive tire squeal when cornering; The level should be in exhaust sound (This may D Flat-looking tire; uneven tire wear D Vehicle pulls to one side when braking D Engine coolant temperature continually higher than normal 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) 255...
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...type: 2RZ-FE engine- Please contact your Toyota vehicle. Toyota Genuine ATF DEXRONr III (DEXRONr II) D-II or 3RZ-FE and 5VZ-FE engines- Toyota Genuine ATF Type T-IV Change automatic transmission fluid only as necessary. 2.3) 1.9) 294 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) Voltage that is checked 20 minutes...Runner Up to avoid technical problems, we strongly recommend using "Toyota Genuine Long Life Coolant" or equivalent. With ethylene-glycol type coolant for further details. CLUTCH Pedal free play, mm (in your Toyota dealer for a proper corrosion protection of aluminum components Do ...
...type: 2RZ-FE engine- Please contact your Toyota vehicle. Toyota Genuine ATF DEXRONr III (DEXRONr II) D-II or 3RZ-FE and 5VZ-FE engines- Toyota Genuine ATF Type T-IV Change automatic transmission fluid only as necessary. 2.3) 1.9) 294 2003 MY TACOMA (OM35800U) Voltage that is checked 20 minutes...Runner Up to avoid technical problems, we strongly recommend using "Toyota Genuine Long Life Coolant" or equivalent. With ethylene-glycol type coolant for further details. CLUTCH Pedal free play, mm (in your Toyota dealer for a proper corrosion protection of aluminum components Do ...