Table Of Contents - Toyota Tacoma 1998 Operating Manual

Table Of Contents

Chapter 1- 1 Overview Of Instruments And Controls1
Instrument Panel Overview2
Instrument Cluster Overview4
Indicator Symbols On The Instrument Panel6
Operation Of Instruments And Controls9
Chapter 1- 2 Keys And Doors9
Key Number Plate9
Side Doors10
Power Windows11
Rear Window13
Fuel Tank Cap15
Detachable Sun Shade18
Chapter 1- 3 Seats, Seat Belts, Steering Wheel And Mirrors19
Adjusting Front Seats20
Head Restraints23
Seat Belt Extender29
Srs Driver And Front Passenger Airbags30
Child Restraint- -Child Restraint Precautions38
Child Restraint System39
Types Of Child Restraint System40
Tilt Steering Wheel57
Outside Rear View Mirrors57
Power Rear View Mirror Control58
Anti-Glare Inside Rear View Mirror59
Chapter 1- 4 Lights And Wipers61
Headlights And Turn Signals61
Emergency Flashers62
Turn Signals62
Instrument Panel Light Control63
Interior Lights63
Personal Lights64
Ignition Switch Light64
Chapter 1- 5 Gauges, Meters And Service Reminder Indicators67
Odometer And Two Trip Meters69
Service Reminder Indicators And Warning Buzzers70
Chapter 1- 6 Ignition Switch, Transmission And Parking Brake75
Ignition Switch With Steering Lock75
Automatic Transmission80
Rear Differential Lock System96
Parking Brake98
Cruise Control99
Turning On The System99
Turning The System On And Off104
Switching Between Functions104
Tone And Balance104
Car Audio System Operating Hints121
Radio Reception121
Air Flow Selector Settings128
Operating Tips128
Side Vents130
Chapter 1- 8 Other Equipment131
Cigarette Lighter132
Glove Box133
Cup Holder133
Floor Mat135
Information Before Driving Your Toyota137
Break-In Period138
Fuel Type138
Fuel Tank Capacity140
Operation In Foreign Countries140
Three Way Catalytic Converter141
Engine Exhaust Cautions142
Facts About Engine Oil Consumption142
Brake Booster144
Anti-Lock Brake System144
Brake Pad Wear Limit Indicators146
Luggage Stowage Precautions146
Rear Step Bumper147
Your Toyota's Identification- -Vehicle Identification Number147
Engine Number148
Suspension And Chassis149
Types Of Tires149
Starting And Driving151
Winter Driving Tips155
Trailer Towing156
Weight Limits156
Maintenance158
Trailer Towing Tips159
How To Save Fuel And Make Your Vehicle Last Longer, Too161
In Case Of An Emergency164
If Your Vehicle Will Not Start- (A) Simple Checks164
Jump-Starting Procedure165
If Your Engine Stalls While Driving167
If Your Vehicle Overheats168
If You Have A Flat Tire169
Removing Wheel Ornament172
Loosening Wheel Nuts173
Positioning The Jack173
Jack Points173
Changing Wheels174
Reinstalling Wheel Nuts175
Reinstalling Wheel Ornament176
After Changing Wheels177
If Your Vehicle Needs To Be Towed177
Towing Precautions178
If You Lose Your Keys184
Corrosion Prevention And Appearance Care186
Protecting Your Toyota From Corrosion186
Washing And Waxing Your Toyota187
Cleaning The Interior188
Vehicle Maintenance And Care192
Maintenance Requirements192
General Maintenance193
Outside The Vehicle193
Inside The Vehicle194
In The Engine Compartment195
Does Your Vehicle Need Repairing195
Do-It-Yourself Maintenance198
Chapter 7- 1 Introduction198
Fuse Locations201
Do-It-Yourself Service Precautions201
Parts And Tools203
Chapter 7- 2 Engine And Chassis206
Checking The Engine Coolant Level208
Checking Brake Fluid208
Checking Power Steering Fluid209
Checking Tire Pressure210
Checking And Replacing Tires211
Rotating Tires212
Installing Snow Tires And Chains212
Replacing Wheels213
Aluminum Wheel Precautions214
Chapter 7- 3 Electrical Components216
Battery Precautions216
Emergency Measures216
Checking Battery Fluid217
Battery Recharging Precautions218
Checking And Replacing Fuses218
Adding Washer Fluid220
Replacing Light Bulbs220
License Plate Lights (Type B)224
High Mounted Stoplight224
Service Specifications226
Dimensions And Weight226
Engine Lubrication229
Cooling System229
Chassis Lubrication231
Uniform Tire Quality Grading236
Camper Information237
Center Of Gravity Location238