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... steering wheel 9 Windows-Power 12 Windshield wipers & washers 12 SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES Doors-Child safety locks Seat belts Seat belts-Shoulder belt anchor Spare tire & tools Tire Pressure Warning System reset 21 20 20 21 20 FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES 1
... steering wheel 9 Windows-Power 12 Windshield wipers & washers 12 SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES Doors-Child safety locks Seat belts Seat belts-Shoulder belt anchor Spare tire & tools Tire Pressure Warning System reset 21 20 20 21 20 FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES 1
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Airbag SRS warning1 Automatic Transmission fluid temperature warning1 Low Tire Pressure Warning1 Theft deterrent/Engine immobilizer system indicator Roll Sensing Curtain shield Airbags off switch," Section 1-3, 2008 Owner's Manual. 5 If this light flashes, refer to "Cruise control," Section 1-7, 2008 Owner's Manual. 5 If this light flashes, refer to "Roll sensing of curtain shield... Downhill assist control indicator "AUTO LSD" indicator Cruise control indicator4 Anti-lock Brake System warning1 FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES OVERVIEW 4 Section 1-7, 2008 Owner's Manual.
Airbag SRS warning1 Automatic Transmission fluid temperature warning1 Low Tire Pressure Warning1 Theft deterrent/Engine immobilizer system indicator Roll Sensing Curtain shield Airbags off switch," Section 1-3, 2008 Owner's Manual. 5 If this light flashes, refer to "Cruise control," Section 1-7, 2008 Owner's Manual. 5 If this light flashes, refer to "Roll sensing of curtain shield... Downhill assist control indicator "AUTO LSD" indicator Cruise control indicator4 Anti-lock Brake System warning1 FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES OVERVIEW 4 Section 1-7, 2008 Owner's Manual.
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... refer to the Owner's Manual for details on system reset initialization. 20 After replacing/rotating tire or wheels, the system must be re-extended beyond that point, unless fully retracted again. Correctly adjusting tire inflation will turn off the light after a few minutes. This feature is fully extended, ...then retracted even slightly, it cannot be initialized. SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES Seat belts Take up , or squeeze lock release to lower Tire Pressure Warning System reset If tire pressure becomes critically low on any of the tires (including spare), indicator comes on.
... refer to the Owner's Manual for details on system reset initialization. 20 After replacing/rotating tire or wheels, the system must be re-extended beyond that point, unless fully retracted again. Correctly adjusting tire inflation will turn off the light after a few minutes. This feature is fully extended, ...then retracted even slightly, it cannot be initialized. SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES Seat belts Take up , or squeeze lock release to lower Tire Pressure Warning System reset If tire pressure becomes critically low on any of the tires (including spare), indicator comes on.
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... rear seat Jack Tool bag Tool bag Front Jack FEATURES/OPERATIONS Access cab models -under the rear seat Tool bag Front Jack Removing the spare tire (1) (2) SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES (3) (1) Assemble the jack handle. (2) Insert the jack handle end into the lowering screw. (3) Turn the jack handle counterclockwise. Doors-Child safety... locks (double cab only) Rear door OVERVIEW Moving the lever to "LOCK" will allow the door to the Owner's Manual for tire changing and jack positioning procedures. 21
... rear seat Jack Tool bag Tool bag Front Jack FEATURES/OPERATIONS Access cab models -under the rear seat Tool bag Front Jack Removing the spare tire (1) (2) SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES (3) (1) Assemble the jack handle. (2) Insert the jack handle end into the lowering screw. (3) Turn the jack handle counterclockwise. Doors-Child safety... locks (double cab only) Rear door OVERVIEW Moving the lever to "LOCK" will allow the door to the Owner's Manual for tire changing and jack positioning procedures. 21
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Center vents 4. Automatic transmission selector lever or manual transmission gear shift lever 6. Tire pressure warning reset switch 8. Auxiliary box 9. Cup holders 7. Parking brake pedal (automatic transmission) LS11001b 2 2008 TACOMA from Apr. '08 Prod. (OM35898U) Hood lock release lever 10. Glove box 5. 08 02.19 Instrument panel overview "Bench seat 1. Side vents 2. Instrument cluster 3.
Center vents 4. Automatic transmission selector lever or manual transmission gear shift lever 6. Tire pressure warning reset switch 8. Auxiliary box 9. Cup holders 7. Parking brake pedal (automatic transmission) LS11001b 2 2008 TACOMA from Apr. '08 Prod. (OM35898U) Hood lock release lever 10. Glove box 5. 08 02.19 Instrument panel overview "Bench seat 1. Side vents 2. Instrument cluster 3.
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Center vents 4. Auxiliary boxes 7. Hood lock release lever 16. Cup holders 14. Window lock switch LS11002c 3 2008 TACOMA from Apr. '08 Prod. (OM35898U) Parking brake pedal 17. Garage door opener box or accessory meter 5. Automatic transmission selector lever 11. Tire pressure warning reset switch 15. Glove box 10. Rear console box 12. Bottle holders 13. Instrument cluster 3. Personal lights 6. 08 02.19 "Separate seats with automatic transmission 1. Side vents 2. Power door lock switches 8. Power window switches 9.
Center vents 4. Auxiliary boxes 7. Hood lock release lever 16. Cup holders 14. Window lock switch LS11002c 3 2008 TACOMA from Apr. '08 Prod. (OM35898U) Parking brake pedal 17. Garage door opener box or accessory meter 5. Automatic transmission selector lever 11. Tire pressure warning reset switch 15. Glove box 10. Rear console box 12. Bottle holders 13. Instrument cluster 3. Personal lights 6. 08 02.19 "Separate seats with automatic transmission 1. Side vents 2. Power door lock switches 8. Power window switches 9.
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08 02.19 "Separate seats with manual transmission 1. Side vents 2. Auxiliary boxes 7. Rear console box 11. Tire pressure warning reset switch 15. Hood lock release lever 16. Glove box 10. Manual transmission gear shift lever 14. Garage door opener box or accessory meter 5. Window lock switch LS11003b 4 2008 TACOMA from Apr. '08 Prod. (OM35898U) Center vents 4. Power window switches 9. Cup holders 13. Instrument cluster 3. Bottle holders 12. Power door lock switches 8. Personal lights 6.
08 02.19 "Separate seats with manual transmission 1. Side vents 2. Auxiliary boxes 7. Rear console box 11. Tire pressure warning reset switch 15. Hood lock release lever 16. Glove box 10. Manual transmission gear shift lever 14. Garage door opener box or accessory meter 5. Window lock switch LS11003b 4 2008 TACOMA from Apr. '08 Prod. (OM35898U) Center vents 4. Power window switches 9. Cup holders 13. Instrument cluster 3. Bottle holders 12. Power door lock switches 8. Personal lights 6.
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... classification indicator light or passenger airbag on−off indicator light Charging system warning light∗1 Open door warning light∗1 SRS warning light∗1 Tire pressure warning light∗1 Low engine oil pressure warning light∗1 Automatic transmission fluid temperature warning light∗1 (four −wheel drive models only) ...∗1 Roll sensing of curtain shield airbags off indicator light∗5 Malfunction indicator lamp∗1 Engine oil replacement reminder light∗1 (for vehicles sold in U.S.A.) 8 2008 TACOMA from Apr. '08 Prod. (OM35898U)
... classification indicator light or passenger airbag on−off indicator light Charging system warning light∗1 Open door warning light∗1 SRS warning light∗1 Tire pressure warning light∗1 Low engine oil pressure warning light∗1 Automatic transmission fluid temperature warning light∗1 (four −wheel drive models only) ...∗1 Roll sensing of curtain shield airbags off indicator light∗5 Malfunction indicator lamp∗1 Engine oil replacement reminder light∗1 (for vehicles sold in U.S.A.) 8 2008 TACOMA from Apr. '08 Prod. (OM35898U)
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... The angle of vehicle tip−up is marginal or if the skidding vehicle's tires hit a curb stone laterally as shown in a low−speed side collision. The SRS curtain shield airbags are shown in the illustration. 75 2008 TACOMA from the rear Hitting a curb, edge of vehicle tip−up is marginal...
... The angle of vehicle tip−up is marginal or if the skidding vehicle's tires hit a curb stone laterally as shown in a low−speed side collision. The SRS curtain shield airbags are shown in the illustration. 75 2008 TACOMA from the rear Hitting a curb, edge of vehicle tip−up is marginal...
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...about any of the SRS side airbag and curtain shield airbag system in death or serious injury. For details, see "Checking and replacing tires" on when the engine switch is turned to follow these instructions can interfere with the SRS side airbags and curtain shield airbags operation....changes may disable the system or cause the curtain shield airbags to modify your vehicle for a person with a physical disability, consult your Toyota dealer. This means the SRS side airbags and curtain shield airbags are operating properly. 80 2008 TACOMA from Apr. '08 Prod. (OM35898U)
...about any of the SRS side airbag and curtain shield airbag system in death or serious injury. For details, see "Checking and replacing tires" on when the engine switch is turned to follow these instructions can interfere with the SRS side airbags and curtain shield airbags operation....changes may disable the system or cause the curtain shield airbags to modify your vehicle for a person with a physical disability, consult your Toyota dealer. This means the SRS side airbags and curtain shield airbags are operating properly. 80 2008 TACOMA from Apr. '08 Prod. (OM35898U)
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If brake system warning light is also on after blinking for 1 minute, contact Toyota dealer. (n) Stop and check. 154 2008 TACOMA from Apr. '08 Prod. (OM35898U) If the warning light comes on , stop immediately and contact Toyota dealer. (j) If the light flashes, take vehicle to Toyota dealer. (k) Close all doors. (l) Take vehicle to Toyota dealer. Fill up tank. (h) Low fuel level warning light (i) or Take vehicle to Toyota dealer immediately. (m) Adjust tire inflation pressure (including spare tire). 08 02.19 If the indicator or buzzer comes on... Do this.
If brake system warning light is also on after blinking for 1 minute, contact Toyota dealer. (n) Stop and check. 154 2008 TACOMA from Apr. '08 Prod. (OM35898U) If the warning light comes on , stop immediately and contact Toyota dealer. (j) If the light flashes, take vehicle to Toyota dealer. (k) Close all doors. (l) Take vehicle to Toyota dealer. Fill up tank. (h) Low fuel level warning light (i) or Take vehicle to Toyota dealer immediately. (m) Adjust tire inflation pressure (including spare tire). 08 02.19 If the indicator or buzzer comes on... Do this.
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...the following conditions occurs, this indicates a malfunction somewhere in Section 1 −7. 2008 TACOMA from Apr. '08 Prod. (OM35898U) D The warning light does not come on for 1 minute, the tire pressure warning system may be malfunctioning. If either of all the doors are ... belt buckle switch, front passenger occupant classification system∗, passenger airbag off switch, passenger airbag on , stop your Toyota dealer. This indicates that the tire inflation pressure of the following cases, contact your driving. If the light comes on −off a few seconds...
...the following conditions occurs, this indicates a malfunction somewhere in Section 1 −7. 2008 TACOMA from Apr. '08 Prod. (OM35898U) D The warning light does not come on for 1 minute, the tire pressure warning system may be malfunctioning. If either of all the doors are ... belt buckle switch, front passenger occupant classification system∗, passenger airbag off switch, passenger airbag on , stop your Toyota dealer. This indicates that the tire inflation pressure of the following cases, contact your driving. If the light comes on −off a few seconds...
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...light "ABS" warning light "RSCA OFF" indicator light "VSC OFF" indicator/warning light "AUTO LSD" indicator light Tire pressure warning light Slip indicator light Downhill assist control system indicator light 163 2008 TACOMA from Apr. '08 Prod. (OM35898U) Stop the vehicle and release the parking brake fully. Turn the engine switch...If this light comes on . If the light does not go off the road. Close the door. If the light goes off , call a Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop for assistance. (p) Parking Brake Reminder Buzzer The buzzer acts once when the parking brake is too high.
...light "ABS" warning light "RSCA OFF" indicator light "VSC OFF" indicator/warning light "AUTO LSD" indicator light Tire pressure warning light Slip indicator light Downhill assist control system indicator light 163 2008 TACOMA from Apr. '08 Prod. (OM35898U) Stop the vehicle and release the parking brake fully. Turn the engine switch...If this light comes on . If the light does not go off the road. Close the door. If the light goes off , call a Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop for assistance. (p) Parking Brake Reminder Buzzer The buzzer acts once when the parking brake is too high.
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... system ...Traction control system ..."AUTO LSD" system ...Vehicle stability control system ...Downhill assist control system ...Hill−start assist control system ...Rear differential lock system ...Tire pressure warning system ...Parking brake ...Cruise control ...Clutch start cancel switch ... 165 2008 TACOMA from Apr. '08 Prod. (OM35898U)
... system ...Traction control system ..."AUTO LSD" system ...Vehicle stability control system ...Downhill assist control system ...Hill−start assist control system ...Rear differential lock system ...Tire pressure warning system ...Parking brake ...Cruise control ...Clutch start cancel switch ... 165 2008 TACOMA from Apr. '08 Prod. (OM35898U)
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... AND "L4" To shift from "H4" to "L4". (1) Bring the vehicle to a complete stop with the brake pedal held down with snow tires or tire chains. The traction control system automatically helps prevent the spinning of the vehicle and power to the "H4" or "L4" position, drive forward or...8722;wheel drive system. Stop the slipping or spinning before operating. 179 2008 TACOMA from "L4" to "H4". (1) Bring the vehicle to lose traction control. When the engine switch is covered with ice or snow, your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. In situations where the road surface is turned...
... AND "L4" To shift from "H4" to "L4". (1) Bring the vehicle to a complete stop with the brake pedal held down with snow tires or tire chains. The traction control system automatically helps prevent the spinning of the vehicle and power to the "H4" or "L4" position, drive forward or...8722;wheel drive system. Stop the slipping or spinning before operating. 179 2008 TACOMA from "L4" to "H4". (1) Bring the vehicle to lose traction control. When the engine switch is covered with ice or snow, your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. In situations where the road surface is turned...
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...sounds intermittently. If the indicator light does not come on when the engine switch is turned on, contact your Toyota dealer. (See "Checking and replacing tires" on for a few seconds when the engine switch is more than specified, or different type or size, the.... CAUTION D Do not rely excessively on a slippery road surface or operating steering wheel abruptly. When replacing the tires or wheels, contact your Toyota dealer. 185 2008 TACOMA from skidding when cornering on the vehicle stability control system. If you must always drive carefully and attentively to help...
...sounds intermittently. If the indicator light does not come on when the engine switch is turned on, contact your Toyota dealer. (See "Checking and replacing tires" on for a few seconds when the engine switch is more than specified, or different type or size, the.... CAUTION D Do not rely excessively on a slippery road surface or operating steering wheel abruptly. When replacing the tires or wheels, contact your Toyota dealer. 185 2008 TACOMA from skidding when cornering on the vehicle stability control system. If you must always drive carefully and attentively to help...
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... not a substitute for 1 minute, the tire pressure warning system is low. Check the tire inflation pressure with the differential lock switch on again. The differential will also unlock if you that the tire inflation pressure is not working properly. 194 2008 TACOMA from Apr. '08 Prod. (OM35898U)... LS17023 CAUTION The warning system may not activate immediately if blowout or sudden air loss should occur. push the The tire pressure warning system warns you ...
... not a substitute for 1 minute, the tire pressure warning system is low. Check the tire inflation pressure with the differential lock switch on again. The differential will also unlock if you that the tire inflation pressure is not working properly. 194 2008 TACOMA from Apr. '08 Prod. (OM35898U)... LS17023 CAUTION The warning system may not activate immediately if blowout or sudden air loss should occur. push the The tire pressure warning system warns you ...
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...Toyota dealer CAUTION If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after a few minutes. The tire pressure warning light may turn on if the tire inflation pressure of the spare tire is probable that you could cause loss of the steering wheel or the brakes. 195 2008 TACOMA from Apr. '08 Prod. (OM35898U) Check the tires. If a tire... goes flat, even though the flat tire is low Tire pressure warning system malfunction Do this case, adjusting the tire inflation pressure will turn ...
...Toyota dealer CAUTION If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after a few minutes. The tire pressure warning light may turn on if the tire inflation pressure of the spare tire is probable that you could cause loss of the steering wheel or the brakes. 195 2008 TACOMA from Apr. '08 Prod. (OM35898U) Check the tires. If a tire... goes flat, even though the flat tire is low Tire pressure warning system malfunction Do this case, adjusting the tire inflation pressure will turn ...
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... by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label (tire and load information label). (If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on a significantly under −inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to indicate when the ...the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may affect the vehicle's handling and stopping ability. 08 02.19 CAUTION Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended. 196 2008 TACOMA from Apr. '08 Prod. (OM35898U)
... by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label (tire and load information label). (If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on a significantly under −inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to indicate when the ...the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may affect the vehicle's handling and stopping ability. 08 02.19 CAUTION Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended. 196 2008 TACOMA from Apr. '08 Prod. (OM35898U)
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... the ID code on the vehicle, in the deck. 197 2008 TACOMA from functioning properly. The tire pressure warning valves and transmitters will be affected by the nearest Toyota dealer or an authorized tire dealer. D If the tire inflation pressure is installed. 08 02.19 TPMS (tire pressure warning system) malfunctions may be disabled in the following...
... the ID code on the vehicle, in the deck. 197 2008 TACOMA from functioning properly. The tire pressure warning valves and transmitters will be affected by the nearest Toyota dealer or an authorized tire dealer. D If the tire inflation pressure is installed. 08 02.19 TPMS (tire pressure warning system) malfunctions may be disabled in the following...