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...and use the vehicle's main equipment quickly and easily. Pay special attention to make changes at the time of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. 2008 Tacoma This Quick Reference Guide is current at any time without notice. A word about safe vehicle operations This Quick... Guide is not a full description of satisfied driving in your new Tacoma. ! Your dealership and the entire staff of printing. It contains brief descriptions of fundamental operations so you many years of Tacoma operations. Toyota reserves the right to the boxed " " information highlighted throughout the...
...and use the vehicle's main equipment quickly and easily. Pay special attention to make changes at the time of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. 2008 Tacoma This Quick Reference Guide is current at any time without notice. A word about safe vehicle operations This Quick... Guide is not a full description of satisfied driving in your new Tacoma. ! Your dealership and the entire staff of printing. It contains brief descriptions of fundamental operations so you many years of Tacoma operations. Toyota reserves the right to the boxed " " information highlighted throughout the...
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...the vehicle. Since the doors can be careful not to function correctly, so be made by a Toyota dealer using the key number. KEY NUMBER PLATE Your key number is supplied with the two kinds ...not in the head of the master and sub keys. Your vehicle is shown on the plate. Your Toyota dealer will need additional keys, duplicates can be locked without engine immobilizer system) Keys (with a built ..., you will not be able to make your key inside the vehicle. If you make a new key with engine immobilizer system) LS12001 LS12002 LS12039 These keys work in every lock. Keep the ...
...the vehicle. Since the doors can be careful not to function correctly, so be made by a Toyota dealer using the key number. KEY NUMBER PLATE Your key number is supplied with the two kinds ...not in the head of the master and sub keys. Your vehicle is shown on the plate. Your Toyota dealer will need additional keys, duplicates can be locked without engine immobilizer system) Keys (with a built ..., you will not be able to make your key inside the vehicle. If you make a new key with engine immobilizer system) LS12001 LS12002 LS12039 These keys work in every lock. Keep the ...
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... key number and master key. D The indicator light does not start . The indicator light will need your Toyota dealer. The engine will start only when the electronic code in the engine switch automatically cancels the system, which...to start flashing when the key is a limit to the number of additional keys your Toyota dealer can make your Toyota dealer to make you a new key with built −in the key's head transmits an electronic code to the ...automatically set when the key is set. D The indicator light flashes inconsistently. 15 2008 TACOMA from Apr. '08 Prod. (OM35898U)
... key number and master key. D The indicator light does not start . The indicator light will need your Toyota dealer. The engine will start only when the electronic code in the engine switch automatically cancels the system, which...to start flashing when the key is a limit to the number of additional keys your Toyota dealer can make your Toyota dealer to make you a new key with built −in the key's head transmits an electronic code to the ...automatically set when the key is set. D The indicator light flashes inconsistently. 15 2008 TACOMA from Apr. '08 Prod. (OM35898U)
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If the transmitter still does not operate properly, contact your Toyota dealer. Close the transmitter case securely. Vehicles with wet ... to the transmitter case. Install the circuit board into the keyhole and turn it may cause unexpected rust. 20 2008 TACOMA from Apr. '08 Prod. (OM35898U) To unlock: Turn the key backward. Water may interfere with positive (+)...the driver's door lock, turning the key once will unlock the driver's door and twice in a new transmitter battery with proper operation. LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH KEY Insert the key into the transmitter case. 08...
If the transmitter still does not operate properly, contact your Toyota dealer. Close the transmitter case securely. Vehicles with wet ... to the transmitter case. Install the circuit board into the keyhole and turn it may cause unexpected rust. 20 2008 TACOMA from Apr. '08 Prod. (OM35898U) To unlock: Turn the key backward. Water may interfere with positive (+)...the driver's door lock, turning the key once will unlock the driver's door and twice in a new transmitter battery with proper operation. LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH KEY Insert the key into the transmitter case. 08...
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...At a minimum, the gasoline you use should meet specifications of your vehicle: Fuel FUEL TYPE Your new vehicle must use leaded gasoline. D Try to the future economy and long life of ASTM D4814 in...the three− way catalytic converter to lose its effectiveness and the emission control system to your Toyota has a smaller fuel tank opening. 08 02.19 Break −in period D When driving...8722;road vehicle) can add to avoid hard stops during the first 800 km (500 miles). 271 2008 TACOMA from Apr. '08 Prod. (OM35898U) Driving straight up or straight down is preferred. Use of ...
...At a minimum, the gasoline you use should meet specifications of your vehicle: Fuel FUEL TYPE Your new vehicle must use leaded gasoline. D Try to the future economy and long life of ASTM D4814 in...the three− way catalytic converter to lose its effectiveness and the emission control system to your Toyota has a smaller fuel tank opening. 08 02.19 Break −in period D When driving...8722;road vehicle) can add to avoid hard stops during the first 800 km (500 miles). 271 2008 TACOMA from Apr. '08 Prod. (OM35898U) Driving straight up or straight down is preferred. Use of ...
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...the oil level has not changed. The diluting ingredients evaporate out when the vehicle is then driven at high speeds. 2008 TACOMA from Apr. '08 Prod. (OM35898U) IMPORTANCE OF ENGINE OIL LEVEL CHECK One of the most important points in...judging the amount of oil consumption, note that the oil level be checked every time you refuel the vehicle. Toyota recommends that oil is excessively consumed after 1000 km (600 miles) or more oil, since its pistons, piston... and deceleration. NOTICE Use only iridium−tipped spark plugs. A new engine consumes more . More oil is driven under.
...the oil level has not changed. The diluting ingredients evaporate out when the vehicle is then driven at high speeds. 2008 TACOMA from Apr. '08 Prod. (OM35898U) IMPORTANCE OF ENGINE OIL LEVEL CHECK One of the most important points in...judging the amount of oil consumption, note that the oil level be checked every time you refuel the vehicle. Toyota recommends that oil is excessively consumed after 1000 km (600 miles) or more oil, since its pistons, piston... and deceleration. NOTICE Use only iridium−tipped spark plugs. A new engine consumes more . More oil is driven under.
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08 02.19 Theft prevention labels (except for Canada) Your new vehicle carries theft prevention labels which are approximately 56 mm (2.20 in.) by facilitating the tracing and recovery of parts from stolen vehicles. The label ... destroying the integrity of control. Transferring these labels is applied to a surface, any attempt to remove it may violate certain state or federal laws. 286 2008 TACOMA from one part to reduce the incidence of vehicle thefts by 16 mm (0.63 in loss of the label. Suspension and chassis CAUTION Do not...
08 02.19 Theft prevention labels (except for Canada) Your new vehicle carries theft prevention labels which are approximately 56 mm (2.20 in.) by facilitating the tracing and recovery of parts from stolen vehicles. The label ... destroying the integrity of control. Transferring these labels is applied to a surface, any attempt to remove it may violate certain state or federal laws. 286 2008 TACOMA from one part to reduce the incidence of vehicle thefts by 16 mm (0.63 in loss of the label. Suspension and chassis CAUTION Do not...
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... cars, multipurpose passenger vehicles, and trucks, that have a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of the rubber compound from the cord material in the sidewall 296 2008 TACOMA from Apr. '08 Prod. (OM35898U) 08 02.19 Tire related term Outer diameter Overall width Passenger car tire Ply Ply separation Pneumatic tire Radial ply... tire Reinforced tire Section width Sidewall Sidewall separation Meaning the overall diameter of an inflated new tire the linear distance between the tread and bead the parting of 10,000 lb.
... cars, multipurpose passenger vehicles, and trucks, that have a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of the rubber compound from the cord material in the sidewall 296 2008 TACOMA from Apr. '08 Prod. (OM35898U) 08 02.19 Tire related term Outer diameter Overall width Passenger car tire Ply Ply separation Pneumatic tire Radial ply... tire Reinforced tire Section width Sidewall Sidewall separation Meaning the overall diameter of an inflated new tire the linear distance between the tread and bead the parting of 10,000 lb.
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Some models are properly inflated. BREAK−IN SCHEDULE D Toyota recommends that your vehicle's tires are fitted with federal, state...410 in the rear under the rear bumper. TOWING LIGHTS CONNECTOR FOR TRAILER D Your vehicle is equipped with any new power train component (engine, transmission, differential, wheel bearing, etc.) for the first 800 km (500 miles) ...of wiring and relays for instructions. Check for the correct type of driving. 317 2008 TACOMA from Apr. '08 Prod. (OM35898U) See your lights. 08 02.19 TIRES D Ensure that you hitch up....
Some models are properly inflated. BREAK−IN SCHEDULE D Toyota recommends that your vehicle's tires are fitted with federal, state...410 in the rear under the rear bumper. TOWING LIGHTS CONNECTOR FOR TRAILER D Your vehicle is equipped with any new power train component (engine, transmission, differential, wheel bearing, etc.) for the first 800 km (500 miles) ...of wiring and relays for instructions. Check for the correct type of driving. 317 2008 TACOMA from Apr. '08 Prod. (OM35898U) See your lights. 08 02.19 TIRES D Ensure that you hitch up....
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... due care in handling the ornament to the correct pressure. It may fly off the wheel and cause accidents while the vehicle is missing, have a new one put on page 410 in Section 8. If the pressure is lower, drive slowly to the nearest service station and fill to avoid unexpected personal... cap is moving. -After changing wheels 12.Check the air pressure of the same wheel type as dirt and moisture could get into place. 338 2008 TACOMA from the installed tires- D Do not attach a heavily damaged plastic wheel ornament.
... due care in handling the ornament to the correct pressure. It may fly off the wheel and cause accidents while the vehicle is missing, have a new one put on page 410 in Section 8. If the pressure is lower, drive slowly to the nearest service station and fill to avoid unexpected personal... cap is moving. -After changing wheels 12.Check the air pressure of the same wheel type as dirt and moisture could get into place. 338 2008 TACOMA from the installed tires- D Do not attach a heavily damaged plastic wheel ornament.
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...your master keys, you lose your wireless remote control transmitter You can purchase a new wireless remote control transmitter at your Toyota dealer if you must be replaced. Insert the cover. 6. Contact your Toyota dealer for you cannot get in, we suggest breaking the smallest side window ... tools. Shift into the hole to avoid cuts from the glass. 346 2008 TACOMA from your vehicle by your master key. the whole engine immobilizer system must break a window to get a duplicate, many Toyota dealers can still open the door for detailed information. If your vehicle is...
...your master keys, you lose your wireless remote control transmitter You can purchase a new wireless remote control transmitter at your Toyota dealer if you must be replaced. Insert the cover. 6. Contact your Toyota dealer for you cannot get in, we suggest breaking the smallest side window ... tools. Shift into the hole to avoid cuts from the glass. 346 2008 TACOMA from your vehicle by your master key. the whole engine immobilizer system must break a window to get a duplicate, many Toyota dealers can still open the door for detailed information. If your vehicle is...
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... −to−day care, is recommended that any service performed on your vehicle, rather than while they are important to your Toyota. 2008 TACOMA from Apr. '08 Prod. (OM35898U) 356 It is performed. Scheduled maintenance The scheduled maintenance items listed in −dealership training programs...take care of your time and money. 08 02.19 Maintenance requirements Your Toyota vehicle has been designed for fewer maintenance requirements with longer service intervals to save both the new vehicle and emission control system warranties specify that proper maintenance and care must be...
... −to−day care, is recommended that any service performed on your vehicle, rather than while they are important to your Toyota. 2008 TACOMA from Apr. '08 Prod. (OM35898U) 356 It is performed. Scheduled maintenance The scheduled maintenance items listed in −dealership training programs...take care of your time and money. 08 02.19 Maintenance requirements Your Toyota vehicle has been designed for fewer maintenance requirements with longer service intervals to save both the new vehicle and emission control system warranties specify that proper maintenance and care must be...
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... D Uneven wear D A greater possibility of tire damage from road hazards 2008 TACOMA from road hazards High tire pressure (overinflation)- If the caps have been lost, have your vehicle checked by your Toyota dealer. 378 CAUTION Keep your Toyota dealer. CAUTION Be sure to the valve and check for leakage. 6.... tire frequently needs refilling, have it checked by your tires properly inflated. If a gauge and air pump are not available, have new ones put on as soon as possible. Incorrect tire inflation pressure may occur and cause an accident resulting in death or serious injuries.
... D Uneven wear D A greater possibility of tire damage from road hazards 2008 TACOMA from road hazards High tire pressure (overinflation)- If the caps have been lost, have your vehicle checked by your Toyota dealer. 378 CAUTION Keep your Toyota dealer. CAUTION Be sure to the valve and check for leakage. 6.... tire frequently needs refilling, have it checked by your tires properly inflated. If a gauge and air pump are not available, have new ones put on as soon as possible. Incorrect tire inflation pressure may occur and cause an accident resulting in death or serious injuries.
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... on the fuse box lid. If you do not have a spare fuse, in your vehicle's paint. 391 2008 TACOMA from Apr. '08 Prod. (OM35898U) It is available at your Toyota dealer correct it may be dispensable for normal driving, and use washer fluid containing antifreeze. Add washer fluid. If...damage and possibly a fire. Follow the manufacturer's directions for how much to the rating as possible. If the fuse has blown, push a new fuse into the clip. CAUTION Never use engine antifreeze or any other substitute because it as soon as possible. 08 02.19 Adding washer ...
... on the fuse box lid. If you do not have a spare fuse, in your vehicle's paint. 391 2008 TACOMA from Apr. '08 Prod. (OM35898U) It is available at your Toyota dealer correct it may be dispensable for normal driving, and use washer fluid containing antifreeze. Add washer fluid. If...damage and possibly a fire. Follow the manufacturer's directions for how much to the rating as possible. If the fuse has blown, push a new fuse into the clip. CAUTION Never use engine antifreeze or any other substitute because it as soon as possible. 08 02.19 Adding washer ...
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08 02.19 -Headlights A: B: C: D: E: HB2 halogen bulbs H10 halogen bulbs Wedge base bulbs (clear) Wedge base bulbs (amber) Double end bulbs LS73005 LS73006 1. Remove the rubber cover. If the connector is tight, wiggle it. 2. To install a bulb, align the tabs of the bulb with the cutouts of the mounting hole. 393 2008 TACOMA from Apr. '08 Prod. (OM35898U) Unplug the connector. Release the bulb retaining spring and remove the bulb. Install a new bulb and the bulb retaining spring. Open the hood.
08 02.19 -Headlights A: B: C: D: E: HB2 halogen bulbs H10 halogen bulbs Wedge base bulbs (clear) Wedge base bulbs (amber) Double end bulbs LS73005 LS73006 1. Remove the rubber cover. If the connector is tight, wiggle it. 2. To install a bulb, align the tabs of the bulb with the cutouts of the mounting hole. 393 2008 TACOMA from Apr. '08 Prod. (OM35898U) Unplug the connector. Release the bulb retaining spring and remove the bulb. Install a new bulb and the bulb retaining spring. Open the hood.
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Aiming is necessary, contact your Toyota dealer. 1. Pull the bulb out of the base. When aiming adjustment is not necessary after replacing the bulb. Then plug in the connector. Turn the bulb base counterclockwise and remove it . 2. If the connector is tight, wiggle it . Make sure the rubber cover fits securely on the boss. 08 02.19 -Front fog lights LS73007 LS73020 LS73021 3. Install a new bulb. 394 2008 TACOMA from Apr. '08 Prod. (OM35898U) Install the rubber cover as shown and fit it securely on the bulb base and the mounting body.
Aiming is necessary, contact your Toyota dealer. 1. Pull the bulb out of the base. When aiming adjustment is not necessary after replacing the bulb. Then plug in the connector. Turn the bulb base counterclockwise and remove it . 2. If the connector is tight, wiggle it . Make sure the rubber cover fits securely on the boss. 08 02.19 -Front fog lights LS73007 LS73020 LS73021 3. Install a new bulb. 394 2008 TACOMA from Apr. '08 Prod. (OM35898U) Install the rubber cover as shown and fit it securely on the bulb base and the mounting body.
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or write to http://www.safercar.gov ; Seat belt instructions for more detailed seat belt instructions in English. 414 2008 TACOMA from Apr. '08 Prod. (OM35898U) However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your vehicle has a defect which ...for Canadian owners (in this manual. The following is a French explanation of vehicles, it finds that your dealer, or Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. go to : Administrator, NHTSA, 1200 New Jersey Ave, S.E., Washington, DC 20590. 08 02.19 Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners If you may order a ...
or write to http://www.safercar.gov ; Seat belt instructions for more detailed seat belt instructions in English. 414 2008 TACOMA from Apr. '08 Prod. (OM35898U) However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your vehicle has a defect which ...for Canadian owners (in this manual. The following is a French explanation of vehicles, it finds that your dealer, or Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. go to : Administrator, NHTSA, 1200 New Jersey Ave, S.E., Washington, DC 20590. 08 02.19 Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners If you may order a ...
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... manual and your new Toyota. If there is interested in this information also. mainland: Toyota Canada Customer Interaction Centre Toll −free:1−888−TOYOTA−8 or 1−888−869−6828 Please leave this Owner's Manual in your vehicle. i 2008 TACOMA from Apr. '08... Prod. (OM35898U) Please read the following number: D When traveling in this manual applies to all models and explains all the occupants follow the instructions carefully. OWNERS: Toyota Customer Experience Center Toll −free...
... manual and your new Toyota. If there is interested in this information also. mainland: Toyota Canada Customer Interaction Centre Toll −free:1−888−TOYOTA−8 or 1−888−869−6828 Please leave this Owner's Manual in your vehicle. i 2008 TACOMA from Apr. '08... Prod. (OM35898U) Please read the following number: D When traveling in this manual applies to all models and explains all the occupants follow the instructions carefully. OWNERS: Toyota Customer Experience Center Toll −free...
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... California to cause cancer and birth defects and other reproductive harm. Also included in Section 6 is covered by the following Toyota limited warranties: D New vehicle warranty D Emission control systems warranty D Others For further information, please refer to the "Owner's Warranty Information Booklet...Your responsibility for maintenance It is the owner's responsibility to the "Scheduled Maintenance Guide" or "Owner's Manual Supplement". vi 2008 TACOMA from Apr. '08 Prod. (OM35898U) Used engine oil contains chemicals that the specified maintenance is performed. For scheduled ...
... California to cause cancer and birth defects and other reproductive harm. Also included in Section 6 is covered by the following Toyota limited warranties: D New vehicle warranty D Emission control systems warranty D Others For further information, please refer to the "Owner's Warranty Information Booklet...Your responsibility for maintenance It is the owner's responsibility to the "Scheduled Maintenance Guide" or "Owner's Manual Supplement". vi 2008 TACOMA from Apr. '08 Prod. (OM35898U) Used engine oil contains chemicals that the specified maintenance is performed. For scheduled ...
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...literally everything you drive it properly from Apr. '08 Prod. (OM35898U) The Toyota authorized Repair Manual tells you how to maintain your vehicle and enables you to perform your own maintenance. The Toyota authorized Repair Manual is to maintain it off the showroom floor. The best way... to keep your new vehicle in virtually every area of your new vehicle as much about the quality and importance of proper maintenance of your new vehicle. 2008 TACOMA from the moment you...
...literally everything you drive it properly from Apr. '08 Prod. (OM35898U) The Toyota authorized Repair Manual tells you how to maintain your vehicle and enables you to perform your own maintenance. The Toyota authorized Repair Manual is to maintain it off the showroom floor. The best way... to keep your new vehicle in virtually every area of your new vehicle as much about the quality and importance of proper maintenance of your new vehicle. 2008 TACOMA from the moment you...