Page 1 When it comes to service, remember that your Toyota dealer knows your vehicle best and is interested in your complete satisfaction. He will provide quality maintenance and any other assistance you may require. If there is not a Toyota dealer near you, or you need emergency assistance for any reason, please call the following number: Toyota Customer Assistance Center U.S.
Page 2: Important Information About This Manual
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Important information about this manual Safety and vehicle damage warnings Safety symbol Throughout this manual, you will see safety and vehicle dam- age warnings. You must follow these warnings carefully to avoid possible injury or damage. The types of warnings, what they look like, and how they are used in this manual are explained as follows: CAUTION...
Page 3 Important information about your Toyota New vehicle warranty Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Toyota Your new vehicle is covered by the following Toyota limited warranties: A wide variety of non−genuine spare parts and accessories D New vehicle warranty for Toyota vehicles are currently available in the market.
Page 4 Toyota Toyota Underinflated or overinflated tire pressure and the The spark ignition system in your Toyota meets all require- excess load may result in the deterioration of ments of the Canadian Interference−Causing Equipment steering ability and braking ability, leading to an Standard.
Page 5: Driving Tips
In addition, this vehicle has a sioner removed and disposed of by a qualified service higher ground clearance and center of gravity than that of shop or by your Toyota dealer before you dispose of your an ordinary passenger car. This vehicle design feature vehicle.
Page 6 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) 2003 TUNDRA from Jul. ’03 Prod. (OM34430U)
Page 7 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) SECTION − OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Overview of instruments and controls Instrument panel overview ........Instrument cluster overview .
Page 8: Instrument Panel Overview
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Instrument panel overview "Vehicles with manual transmission 1. Side vents 2. Instrument cluster 3. Center vents 4. Personal lights 5. Garage door opener box or auxiliary 6. Side defroster outlet 7. Glove box 8. Power door lock switches 9.
Page 9 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) "Vehicles with automatic transmission 1. Side vents 2. Instrument cluster 3. Automatic transmission selector lever 4. Center vents 5. Personal lights 6. Garage door opener box or auxiliary 7. Side defroster outlet 8. Glove box 9. Power door lock switches 10.
Page 10 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) 1. Outside rear view mirror heater switch 2. Clutch start cancel switch or power rear window switch 3. Headlight, turn signal and front fog light switches 4. Ignition switch 5. Wiper and washer switches 6. Cargo lamp switch 7.
Page 11 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) 19. Cruise control switch 20. Audio remote control switches 21. Tilt steering lock release lever 22. Toyota vehicle intrusion protection system indicator light 23. Instrument panel light control knob 2003 TUNDRA from Jul. ’03 Prod. (OM34430U)
Page 12: Instrument Cluster Overview
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Instrument cluster overview "With tachometer 1. Oil pressure gauge 4. Speedometer 8. Trip meter reset knob 2. Service reminder indicators and 5. Automatic transmission indicator lights 9. Odometer and two trip meters indicator lights 6. Voltmeter 10.
Page 13 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) "Without tachometer 1. Engine coolant temperature gauge 3. Speedometer 5. Trip meter reset knob 2. Service reminder indicators and 4. Fuel gauge 6. Odometer and two trip meters indicator lights 2003 TUNDRA from Jul. ’03 Prod. (OM34430U)
Page 14: Indicator Symbols On The Instrument Panel
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Indicator symbols on the instrument panel ∗ 1 ∗ 1 Brake system warning light Open door warning light ∗ 1 ∗ 1 Driver’s seat belt reminder light SRS warning light ∗ 1 ∗ 1 Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light Unengaged “Park”...
Page 15 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Automatic transmission indicator lights Four−wheel drive indicator light ∗ 2 High speed four−wheel drive indicator light ∗ 2 Low speed four−wheel drive indicator light ∗ 3 Cruise control indicator light ∗ 1 : For details, see “Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers”...
Page 16 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) 2003 TUNDRA from Jul. ’03 Prod. (OM34430U)
Page 17: Table Of Contents
............Toyota vehicle intrusion protection system (TVIP) .
Page 18: Keys
To unlock: Turn the key backward. need additional keys, duplicates can be Vehicles with power door lock system— made by a Toyota dealer using the key Both doors lock and unlock simultaneously number. with either door. In the driver’s door lock,...
Page 19 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) LOCKING UNLOCKING WITH POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH Push the switch. To lock: Push the switch down on the front side. To unlock: Push the switch down on the rear side. Both doors lock or unlock simultaneously. CAUTION Before driving, be sure that the doors closed...
Page 20: Access Doors
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Remote keyless entry system Access doors (for U.S.A. only) For easy access to the rear seat, open the access door (rear door). To open: First, open the front door widely. Then pull the outside handle or inside le- ver of the access door.
Page 21 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) To unlock: Push the “UNLOCK” switch The remote keyless entry system is once to unlock the driver’s door alone. designed to lock or unlock all the Pushing the switch twice within 3 seconds doors or activate the “PANIC” mode unlocks all the doors simultaneously.
Page 22 If you lose your transmitter, contact your REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY REPLACING TRANSMITTER BATTERY Toyota dealer as soon as possible to TRANSMITTER For replacement, use a CR2025 lithium avoid the possibility of theft, or an acci- The remote keyless entry transmitter is an battery or equivalent.
Page 23 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) 1. Using a coin or equivalent, open the 2. Remove the rubber gasket and set it 3. Remove the discharged transmitter bat- transmitter case. aside. tery. NOTICE Do not bend the terminals. 2003 TUNDRA from Jul. ’03 Prod. (OM34430U)
Page 24: Power Windows
4. Put a new transmitter battery with posi- The windows can be operated with the tact your Toyota dealer. tive (+) side up. switch on either front door. Place the rubber gasket back on the The power windows work when the ignition transmitter.
Page 25 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) OPERATING PASSENGER’S WINDOW Use the switch on the passenger’s door or the switch on the driver’s door that controls the passenger’s window. The window moves as long as you hold the switch. To open: Push down the switch. To close: Pull up the switch.
Page 26: Rear Side Windows
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Rear side windows (access cab models) CAUTION Be sure to remove the ignition key when you leave your vehicle. To avoid serious personal injury, you Never leave anyone (particularly a must do the following. small child) alone in your vehicle, Before you close the power win- especially with the ignition key still dows, always make sure there is...
Page 27: Rear Window
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Rear window Power rear window CAUTION To avoid serious personal injury, you must do the following. Before you close the power rear window, always make sure there is nobody around the power rear win- dow. You must also make sure the heads, hands and other parts of the bodies of all occupants are kept completely...
Page 28: Tailgate
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Tailgate Support cable bracket OPENING REMOVAL 2. Tilt the tailgate to about 30° from vertical and pull up the right side of To open the tailgate, pull the handle up. 1. Open the tailgate to the angle where the tailgate to unhook the right side.
Page 29: Hood
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Hood 3. Slide the tailgate a little to the right LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH KEY To open the hood: to unhook the left side. Insert the key into the keyhole and turn 1. Pull the hood lock release lever. The To attach the tailgate, follow the removal it to lock or unlock the tailgate.
Page 30: Toyota Vehicle Intrusion Protection System (Tvip)
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Toyota vehicle intrusion protection system (TVIP) (for U.S.A. only) 2. In front of the vehicle, pull up the TVIP is a theft deterrent system. If SETTING THE SYSTEM auxiliary catch lever and lift someone attempts to damage or break You can set the system as follows.
Page 31 If the system does not work properly, of the doors but no door is opened within ken. have it checked by your Toyota dealer. 30 seconds, all the doors lock automati- The battery terminal is disconnected cally and the system will be set again.
Page 32: Fuel Tank Cap
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Fuel tank cap This indicates that the fuel filler door is on the left side of your vehicle. Without tachometer Type A With tachometer Type B 2003 TUNDRA from Jul. ’03 Prod. (OM34430U)
Page 33 If the indicator lamp does hazard. The proper procedure is to not go off, contact your Toyota dealer as place an approved fuel container on soon as possible. the ground away from the truck for filling.
Page 34 Make sure the cap is tightened se- curely to prevent fuel spillage in case of an accident. Use only a genuine Toyota fuel tank cap for replacement. It is designed to regulate fuel tank pressure. 2003 TUNDRA from Jul. ’03 Prod. (OM34430U)
Page 35 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) SECTION − OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Seats, Seat belts, Steering wheel and Mirrors Seats ............Front seats .
Page 36: Seats
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Front seats— Seats —Front seat precautions While the vehicle is being driven, all ve- Driver seat Slightly recline the back of hicle occupants should have the seatback seat. Although vehicle designs vary, upright, sit well back in the seat and prop- CAUTION many drivers can achieve the 250 erly wear the seat belts provided.
Page 37 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) —Seat adjustment precautions Front passenger seats CAUTION While adjusting the seat, do not put your hands under the seat or near CAUTION Adjustments should not be made the moving parts. Otherwise, your hands or fingers may be caught and while the vehicle is moving, as the The SRS front passenger airbag also seat may unexpectedly move and...
Page 38 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) —Adjusting front seats (manual seat) 1. SEAT POSITION ADJUSTING LEVER Separate and split bench seat: Hold the center of the lever and pull it up. Then slide the seat to the desired position with slight body pressure and release the lever.
Page 39 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) —Adjusting front seats (power seats) 1. SEAT POSITION AND SEAT CUSHION CAUTION ANGLE ADJUSTING SWITCH Move the control switch in the desired To reduce the risk of sliding under direction. the lap belt during a collision, avoid Releasing the switch will stop the seat at reclining the seatback any more than that position.
Page 40 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) —Tilting passenger’s seatback for rear seat entry (access cab models) CAUTION CAUTION To reduce the risk of sliding under After putting back the seatback, try the lap belt during a collision, avoid pushing the seatback forward and reclining the seatback any more than rearward to make sure it is secured needed.
Page 41: Armrest
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) —Folding seatback Armrest (non−split bench seat) CAUTION When returning the seatback to the upright position, observe the follow- ing precautions in order to prevent personal injury in a collision or sud- den stop: Make sure the seatback is securely locked by pushing forward and rear- ward on the top of the seatback.
Page 42: Swing−Up Rear Seats
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Swing−up rear seats (access cab models) To use the armrest, do this. Type A— To lower: Pull the lock release strap and down the armrest. To raise: Push down the lock release knob and up the armrest. Type B—Pull the armrest down as shown in the illustration.
Page 43: Head Restraints
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Head restraints CAUTION When returning the bottom cushion to its original position, observe the fol- lowing precautions in order to pre- vent personal injury in a collision or sudden stop: Make sure the bottom cushion is securely locked by trying to pull up the edge of the bottom cushion.
Page 44: Seat Belts
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Seat belts— —Seat belt precautions Toyota strongly urges that the driver and If a child must sit in the front seat, the For your safety and comfort, adjust the passengers in the vehicle be properly re- seat belts should be worn properly.
Page 45 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) —Front outside seat belts and rear outside seat belts Injured person. Toyota recommends the Inspect the belt system periodically. use of a seat belt. Depending on the inju- Check for cuts, fraying, and loose ry, first check with your doctor for specific parts.
Page 46 Toyota dealer. Do not use the seat severe injuries in a collision. until the seat belt is fixed. It cannot protect an adult occupant or your child from injury.
Page 47 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) CAUTION Both high−positioned lap belts and loose−fitting belts could cause seri- Take up slack ous injuries due to sliding under Too high the lap belt during a collision or other unintended result. Keep the lap belt positioned as low on hips as possible.
Page 48 If the seat belt does not function normally, immediately contact your Keep as low on hips as possible Toyota dealer. Do not use the seat until the seat belt is fixed. It cannot Sit up straight and well back in the...
Page 49 Toyota dealer free of charge. Please contact your local Toyota dealer so that the dealer can order the proper re- quired length for the extender. Bring the heaviest coat you expect to wear for prop- er measurement and selection of length.
Page 50 If the seat belt does not function normally, immediately contact your Toyota dealer. Do not use the seat To connect the extender to the seat until the seat belt is fixed. It cannot belt, insert the tab into the seat belt protect an adult occupant or your buckle so that the “PRESS”...
Page 51: Buzzers" In Section
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) —Front seat belt pretensioners The front seat belt pretensioner system The driver and front passenger’s seat This indicator comes on when the igni- mainly consists of the following compo- belt pretensioners are designed to be tion key is turned to the “ON” position. nents and their locations are shown in the activated in response to a severe fron- It goes off after about 6 seconds.
Page 52: Tion
Modification of the front end struc- seat belt pretensioners or disable the indicates a malfunction of the airbags or system, which could result in death ture pretensioners. Contact your Toyota dealer or serious injury. z Attachment of a grille guard (bull soon possible...
Page 53: Srs Driver Airbag And Front Passenger Airbag
Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module, which will record the use of the seat belt restraint In the following cases, contact your Toyota The SRS (Supplemental Restraint Sys- system by the driver and right front pas-...
Page 54 Do not turn off the passenger air- can be killed or seriously injured. bag manual on−off switch except Toyota strongly recommends that: when a member of a passenger risk The driver sit as far back as pos- group identified in TABLE 1 is oc-...
Page 55 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) TABLE 1: A PASSENGER RISK GROUP Infant. An infant (less than 1 year old) who must ride in the front seat because: Vehicle has no rear seat; Vehicle has a rear seat too small to accommodate a rear−facing infant seat; The infant has a medical condition which, according to the infant’s physician, makes it necessary for the infant to ride in the front seat so that the driver can constantly monitor the child’s condition.
Page 56 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) The SRS airbags are designed to deploy in severe (usually frontal) collisions where the magnitude and duration of the forward deceleration of the vehicle Hitting a curb, Falling into or exceeds the designed threshold level. edge of pavement jumping over a Collision from the rear or hard surface...
Page 57 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) The airbag sensors constantly monitor the Deployment of the airbags happens in a forward deceleration of the vehicle. If an fraction of a second, so the airbags must impact results in a forward deceleration inflate with considerable force. While the beyond the designed threshold level, the system is designed to reduce serious inju- system triggers the airbag inflators.
Page 58 As to access systems. The front seat occupants “ON” position. (For details, see “SRS can be killed or seriously injured by models, Toyota recommends driver airbag and front passenger air- the inflating airbags if they do not that all infants and children be bag”...
Page 59 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) A forward−facing child restraint sys- tem which belongs to a passenger risk group should never be installed on the right front seat with the pas- senger airbag manual on−off switch in the “ON” position, because the force of the deploying airbag could cause death or serious injury to the child in forward seating position.
Page 60 Do not allow a child to stand up or Do not put objects or your pets on Consult your Toyota dealer about any to kneel on the front passenger or in front of the dashboard or repairs and modifications.
Page 61 Modification of the suspension sys- This SRS airbag system has a service In the following cases, contact your Toyota z Modification of the front end struc- reminder indicator to inform the driver of dealer as soon as possible: ture operating problems.
Page 62: Passenger Airbag Manual On−Off Switch
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Passenger airbag manual Child restraint— on−off switch —Child restraint precautions Toyota strongly urges the use of child CAUTION restraint systems children small enough to use them. Indicator light Make sure that the indicator light is The laws of all 50 states in the U.S.A.
Page 63 A child restraint system for a small STANDARD CAB MODELS— Make sure that you have complied child or baby must itself be properly Toyota strongly urges use of with all installation instructions pro- restrained on the seat with either the proper child restraint system which...
Page 64 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) —Types of child restraint system When not using the child restraint system, Child restraint systems are classified into CAUTION keep it secured with the seat belt or place the following 3 types depending on the it somewhere other than the passenger child’s age and size.
Page 65 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) —Installation with 2−point type seat belt (A) Infant seat (C) Booster seat (A) INFANT SEAT INSTALLATION An infant seat is used in rear−facing position only. (B) Convertible seat 2003 TUNDRA from Jul. ’03 Prod. (OM34430U)
Page 66 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) With the child restraint system installed, check that your driving position is satis- factory and that the child restraint system does not interfere with your driving. If your driving position is not satisfactory, or the child restraint system interferes with your driving, install it at another posi- tion.
Page 67 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) CAUTION If you must install a rear−facing child restraint system on the front seat, make sure passenger airbag manual on−off switch is in the “OFF” position and that the indicator light is 1. Run the center lap belt through or CAUTION around the infant seat following the instructions provided by its manufactur-...
Page 68 Contact your Toyota dealer immediately. Do not 2. While pressing the infant seat firmly use the child restraint system until CAUTION against the seat cushion and seatback, the seat belt is fixed. tighten the lap belt by pulling its free Push and pull the child restraint sys- end to hold the infant seat securely.
Page 69 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) CAUTION Ignoring the above instructions may result in a serious injury in case of an accident. 3. To remove the infant seat, press the (B) CONVERTIBLE SEAT INSTALLATION buckle−release button. A convertible seat is used in forward− facing or rear−facing position depend- ing on the child’s age and size.
Page 70 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) CAUTION If you must install a rear−facing child restraint system on the front seat, make sure passenger airbag manual on−off switch is in the “OFF” position and that the indicator light is When you put a rear−facing child re- CAUTION straint system on the front seat, turn the passenger...
Page 71 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) CAUTION Forward−facing child restraint system: A forward−facing child restraint sys- tem should never be installed on the front passenger seat with the passen- ger airbag manual on−off switch in the “ON” position, because the force of the deploying airbag could cause death or serious injury to the child in forward seating position.
Page 72 Contact your Toyota dealer immediately. Do not 2. While pressing convertible seat use the child restraint system until CAUTION firmly against the seat cushion and the seat belt is fixed. seatback, tighten the lap belt by pulling...
Page 73 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) —Installation with 3−point type seat belt 3. To remove the convertible seat, press (A) INFANT SEAT INSTALLATION CAUTION the buckle−release button. An infant seat is used in rear−facing position only. Never install a rear−facing child re- straint system on the right front seat with the passenger airbag manual on−...
Page 74 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) CAUTION If you must install a rear−facing child restraint system on the right front seat, make sure the passenger airbag manual on−off switch is in the “OFF” position and that the indicator light is When you install a rear−facing child re- CAUTION straint system which belongs to a pas- senger risk group on the right front...
Page 75 1. Run the lap and shoulder belt through 2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it Toyota dealer immediately. Do not or around the infant seat following the in the lock mode. When the belt is use the child restraint system until...
Page 76 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) 3. While pressing the infant seat firmly 4. To remove the infant seat, press the CAUTION against the seat cushion and seatback, buckle−release button and allow the let the shoulder belt retract as far as belt to retract completely. The belt will Push and pull the child restraint sys- it will go to hold the infant seat secure- move freely again and be ready to...
Page 77 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) (B) CONVERTIBLE SEAT INSTALLATION When you install a rear−facing child re- CAUTION straint system which belongs to a pas- A convertible seat is used in forward− senger risk group on the right front facing or rear−facing position depend- Rear−facing child restraint...
Page 78 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) CAUTION CAUTION If you must install a rear−facing child Forward−facing child restraint system: restraint system on the right front A forward−facing child restraint sys- seat, make sure the passenger airbag tem which belongs to a passenger manual on−off switch is in the “OFF”...
Page 79 1. Run the lap and shoulder belt through 2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it Toyota dealer immediately. Do not or around the convertible seat following in the lock mode. When the belt is use the child restraint system until...
Page 80 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) 3. While pressing convertible seat 4. To remove the convertible seat, press CAUTION firmly against the seat cushion and the buckle−release button and allow the seatback, let the shoulder belt retract belt to retract completely. The belt will Push and pull the child restraint sys- as far as it will go to hold the convert- move freely again and be ready to...
Page 81 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) CAUTION A forward−facing child restraint sys- tem which belongs to a passenger risk group should never be installed on the right front seat with the pas- senger airbag manual on−off switch in the “ON” position, because the force of the deploying airbag could cause death or serious injury to the child in forward seating position.
Page 82 Always make sure the shoulder belt child from injury. Contact your Toyota dealer immediately. Do not is positioned across the center of child’s shoulder. The belt should be use the child restraint system until kept away from child’s neck, but the seat belt is fixed.
Page 83 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) —Using a top strap (standard cab models) Symbol Anchor brackets Use the anchor bracket on the back panel Follow the procedure below for a child TO USE THE ANCHOR BRACKET: to attach the top strap. restraint system that requires the use 1.
Page 84 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) 2. Lightly push down on the top sur- 3. Fix the child restraint system with 4. Replace passenger head face of the anchor bracket cover, the seat belt. straint. then pull it forward to remove. Store any removed covers in a safe place Latch hook onto the anchor...
Page 85 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) —Using a top strap (access cab models) Follow the procedure below for a child Symbol Routing devices restraint system that requires the use of a top strap. Anchor brackets Outside position Use the routing device on the rear of the seat back and the anchor bracket on the side floor to attach the top strap.
Page 86 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Routing device TO USE THE ANCHOR BRACKET: 2. Route top strap through the 3. Fix the child restraint system with routing device as shown in the il- the seat belt. Outside position lustration. Latch hook onto the anchor 1.
Page 87 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) CAUTION Make sure the top strap is securely latched, and check that the child re- straint system is secure by pushing and pulling it in different directions. Follow all the installation instructions provided by its manufacturer. 4.
Page 88 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) —Installation with child restraint lower anchorages (standard cab models) Non−split bench seat 2. Route the top strap through the slot 3. Move the child restraint system to on top of the seat, pass the strap the correct position. through the seat, then latch the hook Then fix the child restraint system onto the anchor bracket.
Page 89 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Lower anchorages for the child restraint systems complying with the FMVSS225 CMVSS210.2 specifications installed in the rear seat. The anchorages are installed in the clear- ance between the seat cushion and seat- back of the right side of the seat as shown in the illustration.
Page 90 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) —Installation with child restraint lower anchorages (access cab models) If your child restraint system has a top For owners in Canada strap, it should be anchored. (For the The symbol on a child restraint system installation of the top strap, see “—Using indicates the presence of a lower connec- a top strap”...
Page 91 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) For owners in Canada The symbol on a child restraint system indicates the presence of a lower connec- tor system. CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM INSTALLATION Type A— 1. Widen the clearance between seat cushion and seatback a little and confirm the position of the low- er anchorages near the tag on the seatback.
Page 92: Tilt Steering Wheel
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Tilt steering wheel CAUTION If your child restraint system has a top strap, it should be anchored. (For the When using the lower anchorages installation of the top strap, see “—Using for the child restraint system, be a top strap”...
Page 93: Outside Rear View Mirrors
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Outside rear view mirrors— CAUTION CAUTION Do not adjust the steering wheel Do not adjust the mirror while the while the vehicle is moving. Doing vehicle is moving. Doing so may so may cause the driver to mishan- cause the driver to mishandle the dle the vehicle and an accident may vehicle and an accident may occur...
Page 94 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) —Power rear view mirror —Folding rear view mirrors control NOTICE If ice should jam the mirror, do not operate the control or scrape the mir- ror face. Use a spray de−icer to free the mirror. To adjust a mirror, use the switches. The rear view mirrors can be folded backward for parking in compact areas.
Page 95: Anti−Glare Inside Rear View Mirror
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Anti−glare inside rear view Sun visors— mirror CAUTION Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is moving. Doing so may cause the driver to mishandle the ve- hicle and an accident may occur re- sulting in death or serious injuries. Adjust the mirror so that you can just To block out glare, move the sun visor.
Page 96 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) —Vanity mirrors (with light) To block the glare from the front when the To use the vanity mirrors, swing down main sun visor is swung to the lateral the sun visor and open the cover. side (position 2), swing down the sub vi- The vanity light comes on when you open sor.
Page 97 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) SECTION − OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Lights and Wipers Headlights and turn signals ........Emergency flashers .
Page 98: Headlights And Turn Signals
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Headlights and turn signals NOTICE To prevent the battery from being dis- charged, do not leave the lights on for a long period when the engine is not running. Daytime running light system (on some models) The headlights turn on at reduced intensi- ty when the parking brake is released with the engine started, even with the light...
Page 99: Emergency Flashers
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Emergency flashers NOTICE To prevent the battery from being dis- charged, do not leave the switch on longer than necessary when the en- gine is not running. TURN SIGNALS To turn on the emergency flashers, push the switch. To signal a turn, push the headlight/ All the turn signal lights will flash.
Page 100: Instrument Panel Light Control
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Instrument panel light control Front fog lights Interior light To adjust the brightness of the instru- To turn on the front fog lights, twist To turn on the interior light, slide the ment panel lights, turn the knob. the band of the headlight/turn signal switch.
Page 101: Personal Lights
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Personal lights Ignition switch and step lights Cargo lamp The personal lights operate separately. For easy access to the ignition switch, the ignition switch light comes on when To turn on the light, push the lens on your the driver’s door is opened.
Page 102: Windshield Wipers And Washer
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Windshield wipers and washer (intermittent type) The cargo lamp is designed to light up By opening and closing doors the rear deck of your vehicle. To turn on: Open any of the doors. CARGO LAMP OPERATION To turn off: Close all the doors: By pushing “CARGO LAMP”...
Page 103 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Windshield wipers and washer (mist type) In freezing weather, warm the windshield To squirt washer fluid, pull the lever with the defroster before using the washer. toward you and release it. This will help prevent the washer fluid If the windshield wipers are off, they will from freezing on your windshield, which operate a couple of times after the washer...
Page 104: Outside Rear View Mirror Heaters
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Outside rear view mirror heaters CAUTION Since the mirror surfaces can get hot, do not touch them when the switch is on. Make sure you turn the mirror heaters off when the mirror surfaces are clear. Leav- ing the mirror heaters on for a long time could cause the battery to discharge, es- pecially during stop−and−go driving.
Page 105 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) SECTION − OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Gauges, Meters and Service reminder indicators Fuel gauge ..........Engine coolant temperature gauge .
Page 106: Fuel Gauge
Fill the fuel tank immediately. The indicator lamp goes off after driving several times. If the indicator lamp does not go off, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. Without tachometer Without tachometer 2003 TUNDRA from Jul. ’03 Prod. (OM34430U)
Page 107: Oil Pressure Gauge
If the oil pressure should stay below the normal range, pull off the road to a safe place and stop the engine immediately. Call a Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop for assistance. Oil pressure may not build up when the oil level is too low.
Page 108: Voltmeter
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Voltmeter Tachometer NOTICE Do not drive the vehicle with the oil pressure below the normal range until the cause is fixed—it may ruin the engine. The voltmeter tells whether the battery The tachometer indicates engine speed is charged discharged.
Page 109: Odometer And Two Trip Meters
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Odometer and two trip meters 3. Trip meter reset knob—Resets the two trip meters to zero, and also change the meter display. To change the meter display, quickly push and release the knob. The meter display changes in the order from the odometer to trip meter A to trip meter B, then back to the odometer each time you push.
Page 110: Service Reminder Indicators And Warning Buzzers
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers If the indicator or buzzer comes on... Do this. If parking brake is off, stop immediately and contact Toyota dealer. Fasten driver’s seat belt. (indicator and buzzer) Fasten front passenger’s seat belt.
Page 111 If the indicator or buzzer comes on... Do this. Take vehicle to Toyota dealer. Close all doors. Take vehicle to Toyota dealer immediately. Shift front drive control lever out of “N”. Stop and check. Add washer fluid. Key reminder buzzer Remove key.
Page 112 The engine ignition will continue to oper- ate, however, until the battery is dis- charged. Turn off the air conditioning, blower, radio, etc., and drive directly to the nearest Toyota dealer or repair shop. 2003 TUNDRA from Jul. ’03 Prod. (OM34430U)
Page 113 Light If the lamp remains on, or the lamp Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as This light warns that the engine oil pres- comes on while driving, first check the possible to service the vehicle.
Page 114 Have your vehicle anti−lock brake system does not operate the tank as soon as possible. checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as so that the wheels could lock up during On inclines or curves, due to the move- possible.
Page 115 The light comes on or flashes while again. If the light does not go off, call a driving. Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop for assistance. 2003 TUNDRA from Jul. ’03 Prod. (OM34430U)
Page 116 “ABS” warning light goes off after a few seconds. If any service reminder indicator or warn- ing buzzer does not function as described above, have it checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. 2003 TUNDRA from Jul. ’03 Prod. (OM34430U)
Page 117 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) SECTION − OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Ignition switch, Transmission and Parking brake Ignition switch with steering lock ......Automatic transmission .
Page 118: Ignition Switch With Steering Lock
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Ignition switch with steering lock “LOCK”—Engine is off and the steering wheel is locked. The key can be re- moved only at this position. You must push in the key to turn the key from “ACC” to the “LOCK” position. On vehicles with an automatic transmission, the selector lever must be in the “P”...
Page 119: Automatic Transmission
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Automatic transmission Your automatic transmission has a shift lock system to minimize the possibility of incorrect operation. This means you can only shift out of “P” position when the Overdrive switch brake pedal is depressed (with the ignition switch in “ON”...
Page 120 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Vehicles with cruise control—When the 3. Release the parking brake and brake cruise control is being used, even if you pedal. Depress the accelerator pedal downshift the transmission by pushing and slowly for smooth starting. releasing overdrive switch, engine...
Page 121 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Four−wheel drive models Four−wheel drive models (e) Using “2” and “L” positions 5VZ−FE engine 5VZ−FE engine The “2” and “L” positions are used for Front drive control lever in “H2” or Front drive control lever in “H2” or strong engine braking as described pre- “H4”...
Page 122 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) (f) Backing up (h) Good driving practice Four−wheel drive models 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. If the transmission repeatedly shifts up 5VZ−FE engine— and down between third gear and over- 2. With the brake pedal held down with Front control lever in “H2”...
Page 123: Manual Transmission
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Manual transmission Recommended shifting speeds Maximum allowable speeds The transmission is fully synchronized and To get on a highway or to pass slower upshifting or downshifting is easy. traffic, maximum acceleration may be nec- essary. Make sure you observe the follow- For the best compromise between fuel ing maximum allowable speeds in each economy and vehicle performance, you...
Page 124: Four−Wheel Drive System
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Four−wheel drive system— (a) Front drive control (lever type) “N” (neutral position): Lever at “N” Good driving practice No power is delivered to the wheels. The If it is difficult to shift into reverse, put vehicle must be stopped. the transmission in neutral, release the clutch pedal momentarily, and then try “L4”...
Page 125 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) (a) Front drive control (button type) See “(c) Shifting procedure (button type)” Use the “2WD/4HI” and “4LO” buttons for further instructions. to select the following transfer modes. 1. “2WD” (high speed position, two− wheel drive): “2WD/4HI” and “4LO” buttons left out Use this for normal driving on dry, hard−surfaced...
Page 126 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) (b) A.D.D. (c) Shifting procedure (automatic disconnecting (lever type with manual differential) transmission) The A.D.D. can be engaged or disen- SHIFTING BETWEEN “H2” AND “H4” SHIFTING BETWEEN “H4” AND “L4” gaged by the shifting operations de- To shift from “H2”...
Page 127 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) (c) Shifting procedure (lever type with automatic (c) Shifting procedure transmission) (button type) To shift from “4HI” to “2WD”, push the SHIFTING BETWEEN “H2” AND “H4” SHIFTING BETWEEN “2WD” AND “4HI” “2WD/4HI” button again to turn it off. To shift from “H2”...
Page 128 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) If the “4LO” (low speed four−wheel drive) SHIFTING BETWEEN “4HI” AND “4LO” SHIFTING BETWEEN “2WD” AND “4LO” indicator light flashes and the buzzer To shift from “4HI” to “4LO”, stop the To shift from “2WD” to “4LO”, stop the sounds when you push the “2WD/4HI”...
Page 129: Parking Brake
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Parking brake Cruise control When parking, firmly apply the parking The cruise control allows you to cruise brake to avoid inadvertent creeping. the vehicle at a desired speed over 40 km/h (25 mph) even with your foot off Pedal type—...
Page 130 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) you need acceleration—for example, when passing—depress accelerator pedal enough for the vehicle to exceed the set speed. When you release it, the vehicle will return to the speed set prior to the acceleration. CAUTION For manual transmission: While driving with the cruise control on, do not shift to neutral without depressing the clutch pedal, as this...
Page 131 RESETTING TO A SLOWER SPEED store the speed set prior to cancellation. If this is the case, contact your Toyota Push the lever down in the “− SET” direc- However, once the vehicle speed falls be- dealer and have your vehicle inspected.
Page 132: Clutch Start Cancel Switch
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Clutch start cancel switch Never use the switch for normal engine starting. Be sure to follow the starting procedure instructed in “How to start the engine” in Section 3. To crank the engine without depressing the clutch pedal, push the switch with the ignition on.
Page 133 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) SECTION − OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Car audio system Reference ..........Using your audio system .
Page 134: Reference
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Reference Type 1: AM·FM radio/compact disc player Type 2: AM·FM radio/cassette player/com- Type 3: AM·FM radio/cassette player/com- (with compact disc changer controller) pact disc player (with compact disc pact disc player with changer changer controller) 2003 TUNDRA from Jul. ’03 Prod. (OM34430U)
Page 135: Using Your Audio System
This section describes some of the basic TONE AND BALANCE YOUR CASSETTE PLAYER features on Toyota audio systems. Some For details about your system’s tone and When you insert a cassette, the exposed information may not pertain to your sys- balance controls, see the description of tape should face to the right.
Page 136 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) 8 cm (3 in.) compact disc singles YOUR COMPACT DISC PLAYER WITH CHANGER (type 3) Type 1— When you insert a disc, push the “LOAD” Your compact disc player does not need button and gently push the disc in with an adaptor to play compact disc singles.
Page 137 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) —Controls and features "Type 1 Details of specific buttons, controls and features are described in the alphabetical list that follows. 2003 TUNDRA from Jul. ’03 Prod. (OM34430U)
Page 138 The display Over−current. your “ERROR 4”: ranges from F7 to R7. Toyota dealer to inspect. BAL: Adjusts the sound balance between the right and left speakers. The display ranges from L7 to R7. 2003 TUNDRA from Jul. ’03 Prod. (OM34430U)
Page 139 If the malfunction still exists, take your disc in random order, or listen to the pact disc. vehicle to your Toyota dealer. tracks on all the compact discs in the Repeating a track: magazine in random order.
Page 140 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) SCAN Compact disc player SEEK/TRACK (Seeking/Track up/down) There are two scan features—you can ei- Radio Radio ther scan the tracks on a specific disc or You can either scan all the frequencies on In the seek mode, the radio finds and scan the first tracks of all the discs in the a band or scan only the preset stations plays the next station up or down the...
Page 141 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) TEXT This button is used to change the display for the compact disc that contains text data. To change the display, quickly push and release the “TEXT” button while the com- pact disc is playing. The display changes in the order from the elapsed time to disc title track...
Page 142 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) "Type 2 Details of specific buttons, controls and features are described in the alphabetical list that follows. 2003 TUNDRA from Jul. ’03 Prod. (OM34430U)
Page 143 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) 1 2 3 4 5 6 (Preset buttons) Compact disc player (Program) These buttons are used to preset and Push and hold “ ” (preset button 6) or Push “ ” (preset button 4) to select tune in radio stations.
Page 144 If the malfunction still exists, take your will appear on the display. This system DISC (Compact disc) vehicle to your Toyota dealer. allows you to set twelve FM stations, two Push the “DISC” button to play a compact for each of the preset button.
Page 145 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) With compact disc changer only— Compact disc player SCAN To play all the tracks in the magazine in There are two repeat features—You can Radio random order: either replay a disc track or a whole com- You can either scan all the frequencies on Push and hold “RAND”...
Page 146 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Compact disc player SEEK/TRACK (Seeking/Track up/down) Compact disc player There are two scan features—you can ei- Use this button to skip up or down to a Radio ther scan the tracks on a specific disc or different track.
Page 147 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) TEXT This button is used to change the display for the compact disc that contains text data. To change the display, quickly push and release the “TEXT” button while the com- pact disc is playing. The display changes in the order from the elapsed time to disc title track...
Page 148 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) "Type 3 Details of specific buttons, controls and features are described in the alphabetical list that follows. 2003 TUNDRA from Jul. ’03 Prod. (OM34430U)
Page 149 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) 1 2 3 4 5 6 (Preset buttons) (Program) (Eject button) These buttons are used to preset and Cassette player Push “ ” (preset button 4) to select tune in radio stations. the other side of a cassette tape. The This button is used to eject a cassette.
Page 150 ” (preset button 5) to fast forward or If the malfunction still exists, take your DISC (Compact disc) reverse within a compact disc. When you vehicle to your Toyota dealer. Push the “DISC” button to play a compact release the button, the compact disc play- disc.
Page 151 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) To load multiple compact discs, push and To turn on the RDS, push and hold this hold the button (until you hear a beep button until you hear a beep and “RDS” Push the “FM” button to turn on the radio when the audio system is on), then insert will appear on the display.
Page 152 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Repeating a disc: RAND (Random) RPT (Repeat) Push and hold “RPT” (preset button 2) There are two random features—you can Cassette player until you hear a beep. “ ” will ap- either listen to the tracks on one compact Push “RPT”...
Page 153 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Compact disc player SEEK/TRACK (Seeking/Track up/down) Compact disc player There are two scan features—you can ei- Use this button to skip up or down to a Radio ther scan the tracks on a specific disc or different track.
Page 154 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) If no messages have been stored, or if TEXT TRAF (Traffic) there are no more messages to be re- This button turns the traffic announcement Radio called, “NO MESSAGE” will appear on the (TA) feature on and off. This button is This button is operational only in RDS display, and the message display will be operational only in FM mode.
Page 155 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) TYPE (Program Types) When you push the “TYPE” button while receiving an RDS station, the current pro- gram type appears on the display. Each time you push this button, the pro- gram type changes as in the following: ROCK EASY LIS (Easy listening) CLS/JAZZ (Classical music and Jazz)
Page 156: Audio Remote Controls
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Audio remote controls (steering switches) Some parts of the audio system can be adjusted using the switches on the steer- ing wheel. Details of the specific switches, controls, and features are described below. 1. Volume control switch 2.
Page 157 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Next, push either side of the track switch There must be at least 3 seconds of blank 1. Volume control switch until the track you want to listen to is set. space between tracks for the track switch Push “+”...
Page 158: Car Audio System Operating Hints
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Car audio system operating hints With compact disc changer only— Here are some common reception prob- NOTICE lems that probably do not indicate a prob- Push and hold the “ ” or “ ” side of the lem with your radio: switch until the disc you want to listen to To ensure correct audio system op-...
Page 159 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Use high−quality cassettes. CARING FOR YOUR COMPACT DISC PLAYER AND DISCS Fading—AM broadcasts are reflected by Low−quality cassette tapes can cause the upper atmosphere—especially at night. many problems, including poor sound, Type 2 and 3—Your compact disc play- These reflected signals can interfere with inconsistent playing...
Page 160 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Special shaped discs Labeled discs Use only compact discs marked as shown above. The following products may not be playable on your compact NOTICE disc player. To prevent damage to the player or Copy−protected CD changer, do not use special shaped, CD−R (CD−Recordable) low quality or labeled discs such as CD−RW (CD−Re−writable)
Page 161 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Correct Wrong Handle compact discs carefully, espe- To clean a compact disc: Wipe it with a cially when you are inserting them. soft, lint−free cloth that has been damp- Hold them on the edge and do not ened with water.
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Page 163 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) SECTION − OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Air conditioning system Controls ........... Air flow selector settings .
Page 164 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Controls 1. Fan speed selector 2. Temperature selector 3. Air flow selector 4. “A/C” button (on some models) 5. Air intake selector 2003 TUNDRA from Jul. ’03 Prod. (OM34430U)
Page 165 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) flows mainly Fan speed selector 4. Floor/Windshield—Air from the floor vents and windshield Turn the knob to adjust the fan speed—to vents. the right to increase, to the left to de- crease. Turning the air flow selector to the floor/windshield position turns on the Temperature selector defogging function with the purpose of...
Page 166 Vehicles with 2UZ−FE engine—If the “A/C” button indicator flashes, there is a prob- lem in the air conditioning system and the air conditioning automatically shuts off. If this happens, take your vehicle to a Toyota dealer for service. 2003 TUNDRA from Jul. ’03 Prod. (OM34430U)
Page 167 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Air flow selector settings Operating tips To cool off your Toyota after it has been parked in the hot sun, drive with the windows open for a few minutes. This vents the hot air, allowing the air conditioning to cool the interior more quickly.
Page 168 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) If following another vehicle on a dusty Air conditioning Defogging road, or driving in windy and dusty For best results, set controls to: The inside of the windshield conditions, it is recommended that the For best results, set controls to: air intake selector be temporarily set to Fan speed—Any setting except “OFF”...
Page 169 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Instrument panel vents If air flow control is not satisfactory, check Defrosting the instrument panel vents. The instrument The outside of the windshield panel vents may be opened or closed as For best results, set controls to: shown.
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Page 171 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) SECTION − OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Other equipment Clock ............Cigarette lighter and ashtray .
Page 172: Clock
If the electrical power source has been disconnected from the clock, the time dis- Do not hold the cigarette lighter pressed play will automatically be set to 1:00 (one o’clock). Use a Toyota genuine cigarette lighter or When instrument panel lights equivalent for replacement.
Page 173: Power Outlets
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Power outlets Glove box The power outlets are designed for power supply for car accessories. The key must be in the “ACC” or “ON” position for the power outlets to be used. NOTICE z To prevent the fuse from being blown, do not use the electricity over the total vehicle capacity of...
Page 174: Garage Door Opener Box
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Garage door opener box Remove the paper strip covering the adhe- Please note if transmitter has wire clip for The box is designed to store a garage sive on back side of square and adhere sun visor, this clip must be removed prior door opener transmitter.
Page 175 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Place the transmitter with Velcro square Remove spacers from the center panel. When the garage door opener transmitter facing inside of box into the box. Make Place the largest spacer on the pin that is properly installed, you can operate the sure transmitter button...
Page 176 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) CAUTION To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or a sudden stop, always keep the garage door opener box closed while driving. Keep the remaining spacers away from children. If the center panel does not contact your The auxiliary box (stored in the glove garage door opener transmitter: box) and garage door opener box are...
Page 177: Auxiliary Boxes
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Auxiliary boxes To use the auxiliary boxes, open the lids as shown in the following illustra- tions. CAUTION To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or a sudden stop, always keep the auxiliary box closed while driving.
Page 178 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) To fold down the armrest with the auxiliary box To return the armrest with the auxiliary box to the original position Type B (front console) Type C (front split bench seat—only when Type D (under the rear seat—only when the armrest is down) the bottom cushion is up) 2003 TUNDRA from Jul.
Page 179: Rear Console Box
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Rear console box (type A) UPPER TRAY To access the upper tray, raise the con- sole box lid. CAUTION To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or a sudden stop, always keep the upper tray closed while driving.
Page 180 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Rear console box (type B) UPPER TRAY To access the upper tray, raise the con- sole box upper lid while pushing the lock release button. CAUTION To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or a sudden stop, always keep the upper tray closed while driving.
Page 181: Coin Holder
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Coin holder (type A) Coin holder (type B) The rear console box is equipped with a coin holder. To use the coin holder: 1. Raise the console box lid. 2. Push coins down into the holder. 2003 TUNDRA from Jul.
Page 182 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) The rear console box is equipped with The coin holder can be set in the con- a coin holder. sole box. To use the coin holder: To set the coin holder in the console box, raise the console box lid by pulling up the 1.
Page 183: Compact Disc And Cassette Tape Holder
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Compact disc and cassette Coin holder (type C) tape holder (type A) The auxiliary box is equipped with a coin holder. To use the coin holder: 1. Raise the auxiliary box lid while push- ing the lock release button. 2.
Page 184 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Compact disc and cassette tape holder (type B) The rear console box is equipped with The rear console box is equipped with compact disc and cassette tape holders. a compact disc and cassette tape hold- To use the holders, raise the console box lid and upper tray by pulling up the lock To use the holder, raise the console box release lever.
Page 185: Cassette Tape Holder
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Cassette tape holder Cup holders The auxiliary box is equipped with a The cup holder is designed for holding cassette tape holder. cups or drink−cans securely. To use them, observe the following illustra- To use the holder, raise the auxiliary box tions.
Page 186 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) To fold down the armrest with the cup holder Type A (instrument panel) To return the armrest with the cup holder to the original position Type B (front split bench seat—only when Type C (front side of rear console box) the armrest is down) 2003 TUNDRA from Jul.
Page 187 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Type C cup holders are equipped with a detachable adapter for each holder. When you remove the adapter, a bigger cup can be held in the holder. Type D (front side of rear console box) Type F (rear seat) Type E (rear side of rear console box) 2003 TUNDRA from Jul.
Page 188: Note Pad Holder
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Note pad holder Floor mat The rear console box is equipped with a note pad holder. This is designed to hold small paper such as note pads. To use the holder, raise the console box upper lid while pushing the lock release button.
Page 189 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) CAUTION Make sure the floor mat is properly placed on the floor carpet. If the floor slips and interferes with movement of the pedals during driv- ing, it may cause an accident. 2003 TUNDRA from Jul. ’03 Prod. (OM34430U)
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Page 191 INFORMATION BEFORE DRIVING YOUR TOYOTA Information before driving your Toyota Off−road vehicle precautions ....... . .
Page 192: Off−Road Vehicle Precautions
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Off−road vehicle precautions This vehicle has higher ground clear- CAUTION ance and narrower tread in relation to the height of its center of gravity to Always observe the following precau- make it capable of performing in a wide tions to minimize the risk of serious variety of off−road applications.
Page 193: Break−In Period
To help prevent gas station mix−ups, your strike objects, etc. This may cause to the future economy and long life of Toyota has a smaller fuel tank opening. loss of control or vehicle rollover your vehicle: The special nozzle on pumps with un- causing death or serious injury.
Page 194 Toyota, be sure that it has an octane than stated above will cause persistent The WWFC consists of three categories rating no lower than 87.
Page 195: Fuel Pump Shut Off System
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Fuel pump shut off system Operation in foreign countries The fuel pump shut off system stops sup- If you plan to drive your Toyota in NOTICE plying fuel to the engine to minimize the another country...
Page 196: Three−Way Catalytic Converters
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Three−way catalytic converters The three−way catalytic converter is an NOTICE emission control device installed in the exhaust system. A large amount of unburned gases The purpose is to reduce pollutants in the flowing into the three−way catalytic exhaust gas.
Page 197: Engine Exhaust Cautions
Toyota does not recommend occu- as possible. Remember, your Toyota time to time. If you hit something, pying the rear cargo area when it dealer knows your vehicle and its or notice a change in the sound of is fitted with a slide−in camper,...
Page 198: Facts About Engine Oil Consumption
It is normal that an engine should con- regularly. Toyota recommends that the oil A new engine consumes more oil, since sume some engine oil during normal level be checked every time you refuel its pistons, piston rings and cylinder walls engine operation.
Page 199: Twin Ground Electrode Spark Plugs
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Twin ground electrode spark Brake system plugs (5VZ−FE engine) The tandem master cylinder brake system CAUTION is a hydraulic system with two separate sub−systems. If either sub−system should Do not pump the brake pedal if the fail, the other will still work.
Page 200 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) When the anti−lock brake system is ac- Effective way to press the ABS brake CAUTION tivated, the following conditions may pedal: When the anti−lock brake system occur. They do not indicate a malfunc- function is in action, you may feel the overestimate anti−lock tion of the system:...
Page 201 Contact your using the speed sensors for respec- tive wheels’ turning speeds. The use Toyota dealer as soon as possible to of tires other than specified may fail service the vehicle. to detect the accurate turning speed...
Page 202: Brake Pad Wear Limit Indicators
Toyota a time. It is designed for only one dealer as soon as possible. Expensive ro- person. tor damage can result if the pads are not replaced when necessary.
Page 203: Stepside Bed
This is the primary identification number Use only a spare tire of the same bed: for your Toyota. It is used in registering size, construction and load capacity the ownership of your vehicle. Do not allow more than one person as the original tires on your Toyota to get on the side step.
Page 204 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) —Engine number The engine number is stamped on the engine block as shown. 5VZ−FE engine The vehicle identification number (VIN) is also on the Certification Label. 2UZ−FE engine 2003 TUNDRA from Jul. ’03 Prod. (OM34430U)
Page 205: Theft Prevention Labels
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Theft prevention labels Suspension and chassis (except for Canada) Your new vehicle carries theft preven- CAUTION tion labels which are approximately 56 mm (2.20 in.) by 16 mm (0.63 in.). Do not modify the suspension/chassis The purpose of these labels is to reduce with lift kits, spacers, springs, etc.
Page 206: Tire Information
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Tire information— —Tire symbols This illustration indicates typical tire symbols. 1. Tire size—For details, see “—Tire size” in this Section. 2. DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN)—For details, see “—DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN)” in this Section. 3.
Page 207 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) —DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN) 7. “TUBELESS” “TUBE 10.Summer tire or all season TYPE”—A tubeless tire does not tire—An all season tire has “M+S” have a tube inside the tire and air on the sidewall. The tire not is directly filled in the tire.
Page 208 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) —Tire size The “DOT” symbol certifies that the tire conforms to applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. This illustration indicates typical tire 1. Section width size. 2. Tire height 1. Tire (P=Passenger car, 3. Wheel diameter T=Temporary use) 2.
Page 209 For ex- the purchasers and/or prospective ample, a tire graded 150 would wear purchasers of Toyota vehicles with in- one and a half (1−1/2) times as well formation on uniform tire quality grad- on the government course as a tire ing.
Page 210 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Traction AA, A, B, C—The traction Temperature A, B, C—The tempera- grades, from highest to lowest, are ture grades are A (the highest), B, AA, A, B, and C, and they represent and C, representing the tire’s resis- the tire’s ability to stop on wet pave- tance to the generation of heat and ment as measured under controlled...
Page 211 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) —Tire related terms Tire inflation pressure when the vehicle has been parked at least 3 hours Cold tire inflation pressure or more, or it has not been driven more than 1.5 km or 1 mile under that condition The maximum cold inflation pressure to which a tire may be inflated and Maximum inflation pressure...
Page 212 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) The combined weight of those installed regular production options weighing over 2.3 kg (5 lb.) in excess of those standard items which they replace, Production options weight not previously considered in curb weight or accessory weight, including heavy duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, heavy duty battery, and special trim Vehicle capacity weight...
Page 213 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) The load on an individual tire that is determined by distributing to each axle Vehicle normal load on the tire its share of the curb weight, accessory weight, and normal occupant weight (distributed in accordance with Table 1 that follows) and dividing by two Weather side The surface area of the rim not covered by the inflated tire Table 1–Occupant loading and distribution for vehicle normal load for various designated seating capacities...
Page 214: Vehicle Load Limits
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Vehicle load limits Vehicle load limits include total load NOTICE CAUTION capacity, seating capacity, towing ca- pacity and cargo capacity. Follow the Even if the number of occupants Do not apply the load more than load limits shown below. are within the seating capacity, each load limit.
Page 215: Cargo And Luggage
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Cargo and luggage— —Stowage precautions —Capacity and distribution When stowing cargo and luggage in Cargo capacity depends on the to- D Never allow anyone to ride in the vehicle, observe the following: tal weight of the occupants. the rear deck.
Page 216 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) 4. The resulting figure equals the From this condition, if 3 more passen- available amount of cargo and lug- gers with the combined weight of D gage load capacity. For example, kg (lb.) get on, the available cargo if the “XXX”...
Page 217: Types Of Tires
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Types of tires All season tires, however, do not have Determine what kind of tires your CAUTION adequate traction performance vehicle is originally equipped with. compared with snow tires in heavy or 1. Summer tires Even if the total load of occu- loose snow.
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Page 219 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) SECTION STARTING AND DRIVING Starting and driving Before starting the engine ........How to start the engine .
Page 220: Before Starting The Engine
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) How to start the engine— —Cranking hold function Before starting the engine (2UZ−FE engine only) (a) Before cranking 1. Check the area around the vehicle be- Once you turn the ignition key to “START” 1. Apply the parking brake firmly. fore entering it.
Page 221: Tips For Driving In Various Conditions
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Tips for driving in various (b) Starting the engine conditions Before starting the engine, be sure to fol- Always slow down in gusty crosswinds. NOTICE low the instructions in “(a) Before crank- This will allow you much better control. ing”.
Page 222 It can cause are high−speed capability tires or and call a Toyota dealer for assistance. dangerous overheating, needless not before driving at such speeds.
Page 223: Off−Road Driving Precautions
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Off−road driving precautions When driving your vehicle off−road, please U.S. Forest Service and Bureau of After driving through tall grass, observe the following precautions to en- Land Management mud, rock, sand, rivers, etc., check sure your driving enjoyment and to help that there is no grass, bush, paper, prevent the closure of areas to off−road CAUTION...
Page 224: Winter Driving Tips
Water can wash the grease from When it is extremely cold, we recommend wheel bearings, causing rusting and to use 60% solution for your Toyota, to premature failure, and may also en- provide protection down to about −50_C the differentials, transmission (−58_F).
Page 225: Dinghy Towing
(manual) and block the front wheels. Do harder starting. If you are not sure about not use the parking brake, or snow or which oil to use, call your Toyota deal- water accumulated in and around the er—he will be pleased to help.
Page 226: Trailer Towing
Without towing package overload your vehicle or trailer. Ask your ing supply companies, trucking companies, 2450 kg (5600 lb.) local Toyota dealer for further details be- junk yards, etc. With towing package fore towing. 3357 kg (7400 lb.)
Page 227 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) If towing a trailer and cargo weigh- The gross vehicle weight must not ing over 907 kg (2000 lb.), it is exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight necessary to use a sway control Rating (GVWR) indicated device with sufficient capacity. The Certification Label.
Page 228 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Weight distributing hitch Weight carrying hitch Total trailer weight Tongue load 5VZ−FE engine 5VZ−FE engine Two−wheel drive models Two−wheel drive models Standard cab models Standard cab models 353 kg (780 lb.) 236 kg (520 lb.) Access cab models Access cab models 340 kg (750 lb.)
Page 229 If you wish to install a trailer hitch, you wheel trailer, the cargo load must should consult with your Toyota dealer. Do not use axle−mounted hitches as be distributed so that the tongue they can cause damage to the axle...
Page 230 1. Determine the correct trailer ball size Toyota Tundra. for the trailer coupler. Most couplers are stamped with the required trailer ball size. The sizes you will most likely find stamped on the coupler are:...
Page 231 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) BUMPER TOWING FIFTH WHEEL TRAILER rear bumper your vehicle NOTICE equipped with a hole to install a trailer ball. The maximum gross trailer weight is When towing a fifth wheel trailer, be 2268 kg (5000 lb.). careful not to hit the cabin or deck by the trailer while making a sharp CAUTION...
Page 232 Be sure to position the towing brake con- troller where it does not prevent the driver from operating the pedal. Toyota recommends that the sub wire har- ness be stored in the glove box when it is not in use.
Page 233 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) TIRES TOWING CONNECTOR TRAILER LIGHTS Ensure that your vehicle’s tires are properly inflated. See Section 7−2 and Your vehicle is equipped with a wire Section 8 for instructions. harness stored in the rear end under body. Some models are fitted with a The trailer tires should be inflated to socket for trailer lights under the rear the pressure recommended by the trail-...
Page 234 BREAK−IN SCHEDULE form to any applicable federal, state/ requires practice. Grip the bottom of Toyota recommends that you do not provincial or local regulations. If not, the steering wheel and move your hand tow a trailer with a new vehicle or a...
Page 235 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Avoid jerky steering and sharp turns. Be careful when passing other ve- Always place wheel blocks under both The trailer could hit your vehicle in a hicles. Passing requires considerable the vehicle and trailer wheels when tight turn.
Page 236: How To Save Fuel And Make Your Vehicle Last Longer
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) How to save fuel and make your vehicle last longer When restarting out after parking on a Improving fuel economy is easy—just take CAUTION slope: it easy. It will help make your vehicle last longer, too. Here are some specific tips 1.
Page 237 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Avoid long engine idling. If you have Keep front wheels in proper CAUTION a long wait and you are not in traffic, alignment. Avoid hitting the curb and it is better to turn off the engine and slow down on rough roads.
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Page 239: In Case Of An Emergency
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) SECTION IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY In case of an emergency If your vehicle will not start ........If your engine stalls while driving .
Page 240: If Your Vehicle Will Not Start
3. If the light is out, dim or goes out If the engine still will not start, it needs when the starter is cranked, the battery adjustment or repair. Call a Toyota dealer is discharged. You may try jump start- or qualified repair shop for assistance.
Page 241 If the engine still will not start, it needs Batteries contain sulfuric acid adjustment or repair. Call a Toyota dealer which is poisonous and corrosive. or qualified repair shop for assistance. NOTICE Wear protective safety glasses when jump starting, and avoid spilling...
Page 242 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) JUMP STARTING PROCEDURE 1. If the booster battery is installed in Discharged battery Jumper cable another vehicle, make sure the vehicles are not touching. Turn off all unneces- sary lights and accessories. Booster 2. If required, remove all the vent plugs battery from the booster and discharged batter- ies.
Page 243: If Your Engine Stalls While Driving
8. If removed, replace all the battery vent plugs. If the cause of your battery discharging is not apparent (for example, lights left on), you should have it checked at your Toyota Connecting point for 2UZ−FE engine dealer. 2003 TUNDRA from Jul. ’03 Prod. (OM34430U)
Page 244: If You Cannot Increase The Engine Speed
Have your vehicle (automatic) or neutral (manual) and ap- your vehicle checked by your Toyota deal- checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as ply the parking brake. Turn off the air er as soon as possible.
Page 245: If You Have A Flat Tire
You should have it checked as 4. If the engine drive belt is broken or the hicle on the side away from traffic. soon as possible at your Toyota dealer. coolant is leaking, stop the engine im- mediately. Call a Toyota dealer for as- 5.
Page 246 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) NOTICE CAUTION D Make sure to set the jack prop- erly in the jack point. Raising Do not continue driving with a When jacking, be sure to observe the vehicle with jack improper- deflated tire. Driving even a the following to reduce the possi- ly positioned will damage the short distance can damage a...
Page 247 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) —Required tools and spare tire (standard cab models) Turn the jack joint by hand. To remove the spare tire: 1. Get the required tools and spare tire. To remove: Turn the joint in direction 1. Insert the end of the jack handle 1 Jack handle 1 until the jack is free.
Page 248 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) —Required tools and spare tire (access cab models) Turn the jack joint by hand. To remove the spare tire: 1. Get the required tools and spare tire. To remove: Turn the joint in direction 1. Put a jack handle, jack handle ex- 1 Tool bag 1 until the jack is free.
Page 249 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) —Blocking the wheel —Removing wheel ornament Type A 2. Insert the end of the jack handle 2. Block the wheel diagonally op- extension into the lowering screw posite the flat tire to keep the and turn it counterclockwise with vehicle from rolling when it is the handle.
Page 250 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) CAUTION Do not try to pull off the orna- ment by hand. Take due care in handling the ornament to avoid unexpected personal injury. Type C Type E 3. Remove the wheel ornament. Pry off the wheel ornament, using the beveled end of the wheel nut wrench as shown.
Page 251 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) —Loosening wheel nuts —Positioning the jack CAUTION Never use oil or grease on the bolts or nuts. The nuts may loose and the wheels may fall off, Front Rear which could cause a serious ac- cident. 4.
Page 252 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) —Raising your vehicle 6. After making sure that no one is in the vehicle, raise it high enough so that the spare tire can be installed. Remember you will need more ground clearance when putting on the spare tire than when removing the flat tire.
Page 253 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) —Changing wheels CAUTION Never get under the vehicle when the vehicle is supported by the jack alone. Before putting on wheels, remove any 7. Remove the wheel nuts and corrosion on the mounting surfaces change tires. with a wire brush or such.
Page 254 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) —Reinstalling wheel nuts —Lowering your vehicle CAUTION Never use oil or grease on the bolts or nuts. Doing so may lead to overtightening the nuts and damaging the bolts. The nuts may loose and the wheels may fall off, which could cause a seri- ous accident.
Page 255 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) —Reinstalling wheel ornament Use only the wheel nut wrench and turn it clockwise to tighten the nuts. Do not use other tools or any addition- al leverage other than your hands, such as a hammer, pipe or your foot. Make sure the wrench is securely en- gaged over the nut.
Page 256 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) —After changing wheels 11. Check the air pressure of the re- CAUTION placed tire. Adjust the air pressure to the specifi- Take due care in handling the or- cation designated in Section 8. If the nament to avoid unexpected per- pressure is lower, drive slowly to the sonal injury.
Page 257: If Your Vehicle Becomes Stuck
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) If your vehicle becomes stuck With a spare tire of different wheel If your vehicle becomes stuck in snow, NOTICE type from the installed tires— mud, sand, etc., then you may attempt to rock the vehicle free by moving it If you rock your vehicle, observe the As soon after changing wheels as forward and backward.
Page 258: If Your Vehicle Needs To Be Towed
If your vehicle needs to be towed— If towing is necessary, we recommend you have it done by your Toyota dealer (a) Towing with wheel lift type truck— (a) Towing with wheel lift type truck— or a commercial tow truck service. In —From front...
Page 259 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) From rear—Place the ignition key in the Two−wheel drive models— Four−wheel drive models— “ACC” position. (a) Towing with wheel lift type truck (a) Towing with wheel lift type truck From front— From front— NOTICE Manual transmission: Manual transmission: z When lifting wheels, take care to We recommend using a towing dolly under...
Page 260 All models— If towing is necessary, we recommend wheels straight. you to have it done by your Toyota (c) Towing with sling type truck dealer or a commercial tow truck ser- (b) Using flat bed truck vice. NOTICE...
Page 261 If towing is necessary, we recommend gency towing eyelet and towing cable you to have it done by your Toyota or chain. The eyelet and towing cable dealer or a commercial tow truck ser- or chain may break and cause serious vice.
Page 262 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) —Emergency towing hook precautions A driver must be in the vehicle to steer Before towing, release the parking brake, Before emergency towing, check that it and operate the brakes. put the transmission in neutral (manual) or the hook is not broken or damaged and “N”...
Page 263: If You Lose Your Keys
If you lose your keys vehicle The following methods are effective to You can purchase a new key at your CAUTION use when your vehicle is stuck in the Toyota dealer if you can give them the mud, sand or other condition from key number.
Page 264: If You Lose Your Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter
Toyota dealer. Have the registered identification numbers of your transmitters deleted from your ve- hicle by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to avoid the possibility of theft or an accident. Then, have the identification number of your new transmitter registered.
Page 265: Corrosion Prevention And Appearance Care
APPEARANCE CARE Corrosion prevention and appearance care Protecting your Toyota from corrosion ......Washing and waxing your Toyota .
Page 266 Now, it is up to be dry. to see all the mud and dirt. It will do you. Proper care of your Toyota can help more harm than good to simply wet the High ambient temperatures can cause ensure long−term corrosion prevention.
Page 267 Washing and waxing your Toyota Check the interior of your vehicle. Wa- 1. Rinse off loose dirt with a hose. Re- Washing your Toyota ter and dirt can accumulate under the move any mud or road salt from the Keep your vehicle clean by regular floor mats and could cause corrosion.
Page 268 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Cleaning the interior Aluminum wheels: Use only a mild soap Waxing your Toyota CAUTION or neutral detergent. Polishing and waxing is recommended Plastic bumpers: Wash carefully. Do not to maintain the original beauty of your Do not wash the vehicle floor with scrub with abrasive cleaners.
Page 269 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) NOTICE NOTICE z If you use cleaners or polishing agents, make sure their ingredients z Do not use dye or bleach on the Do not use solvent, thinner, gasoline do not include the substances men- or window cleaner on the interior. belts—it may weaken them.
Page 270 Use of a nylon brush or synthetic cleaning of your Toyota, your local fiber cloth, etc. may scratch the Toyota dealer will be pleased to answer fine grained surface of the leather. them. z Mildew may develop on soiled leath- er upholstery. Be especially careful to avoid oil spots.
Page 271 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) SECTION VEHICLE MAINTENANCE AND CARE Vehicle maintenance and care Maintenance requirements ........General maintenance .
Page 272 If any prob- either by yourself or a qualified technician, lems should arise with your vehicle while or if you prefer, your Toyota dealer will be under warranty, your Toyota dealer will pleased to do them at a nominal cost.
Page 273 Section 7. Radiator, condenser and hoses vehicle to your Toyota dealer or a quali- If you are a skilled do−it−yourself mechan- fied service shop immediately. It is recom-...
Page 274 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Power steering fluid level (2UZ−FE en- Seats Parking brake (pedal type) gine) Check that all seat controls such as seat Check that the pedal has the proper travel Check the level through the reservoir. The adjusters, seatback recliner, etc. operate and that, on a safe incline, your vehicle level should be in the “HOT”...
Page 275 If you notice any of these clues, take your tant clues are as follows: curely. Make sure the engine hood sec- vehicle to your Toyota dealer as soon as ondary latch secures hood...
Page 276 Contact your Toyota dealer to even the malfunction indicator lamp does service the vehicle. not come on, contact your Toyota dealer Even if the malfunction indicator lamp to prepare the vehicle for re−testing. does not come on, your vehicle may not pass the I/M test as readiness codes have not been set in the OBD system.
Page 277 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) SECTION − DO−IT−YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Introduction Engine compartment overview ....... Fuse locations .
Page 278 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Engine compartment overview "5VZ−FE engine 1. Power steering fluid reservoir 2. Engine oil level dipstick 3. Engine oil filler cap 4. Brake fluid reservoir 5. Fuse block 6. Battery 7. Engine coolant reservoir 8. Radiator 9. Condenser 10.
Page 279 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) "2UZ−FE engine 1. Power steering fluid reservoir 2. Engine oil level dipstick 3. Engine oil filler cap 4. Brake fluid reservoir 5. Fuse block 6. Battery 7. Engine coolant reservoir 8. Radiator 9. Condenser 10. Windshield washer fluid tank 2003 TUNDRA from Jul.
Page 280 Read separate Toyota Warranty statement for details and suggestions. This section gives instructions only for those items that are relatively easy for an owner to perform. As explained in Section 6, there are still a number of items that must be done by a qualified technician with special tools.
Page 281 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) NOTICE CAUTION Used engine oil contains potentially harmful contaminants which z Remember that battery and ignition When the engine is running, keep cause skin disorders such as in- cables carry high currents or volt- flammation or skin cancer, so care hands, clothing, tools away...
Page 282 Be careful not to scratch the glass need to perform do−it−yourself mainte- Parts (if level is low): surface with the wiper frame. nance. Remember all Toyota parts are de- SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 signed in metric sizes, so your tools must z When...
Page 283 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) CHECKING AND REPLACING FUSES Parts (if replacement is necessary): Fuse with same amperage rating as original ADDING WASHER FLUID Parts: Water Washer fluid containing antifreeze (for winter use) Tools: Funnel REPLACING LIGHT BULBS Parts: Bulb with same number and wattage rating as original (See charts in “Re- placing light bulbs”...
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Page 285 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) SECTION − DO−IT−YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Engine and Chassis Checking the engine oil level ....... . . Checking the engine coolant level .
Page 286: Checking The Engine Oil Level
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Checking the engine oil level NOTICE NOTICE Low level Full level Be careful not to drop the engine oil z Be careful not to spill the engine on the vehicle components. oil on the vehicle components. z Avoid overfilling, engine...
Page 287 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Engine oil selection SAE 5W−30 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good starting in cold “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is filled in weather. your Toyota vehicle. Use Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent If SAE 5W−30 is not available, SAE...
Page 288: Checking The Engine Coolant Level
Please contact your Toyota dealer for fur- cock and water pump. ther details about “Toyota Genuine Motor If you can find no leak, have your Toyota Oil”. dealer test the cap pressure and check for leaks in the cooling system.
Page 289 We have used “Toyota Genuine Long Life Coolant” in your Toyota vehicle. In order to avoid technical problems, we strongly recommend using “Toyota Genuine Long Life Coolant”...
Page 290: Checking The Radiator And Condenser
If the level is low, add SAE J1703 or dirty or you are not sure of their condi- FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 brake fluid to the tion, take your vehicle to a Toyota dealer. brake reservoir. Remove and replace the reservoir cap by CAUTION hand.
Page 291: Checking Power Steering Fluid
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Checking power steering fluid Checking power steering fluid (5VZ−FE engine) (2UZ−FE engine) c. Reinstall the reservoir cap. If cold add d. Remove the reservoir cap again and If cold O.K. look at the fluid level. If the fluid is cold, the level should be in the “COLD”...
Page 292: Checking Tire Inflation Pressure
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Checking tire inflation pressure Clean all dirt from outside of the reservoir tank and look at the fluid level. If the fluid is cold, the level should be in the “COLD” range. Similarly, if it is hot, the fluid level should be in the “HOT”...
Page 293 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Keep your tire inflation pressures at the proper level. The recommended cold tire inflation pressures, tire sizes and the com- bined weight of occupants and cargo (vehicle capacity weight) are de- ∗ scribed in Section 8 .
Page 294 If a tire frequently needs refilling, from the valve. In case of applying so that the vehicle is balanced. have it checked by your Toyota deal- too much air, press the center of the valve and release the air to ad- just.
Page 295: Checking And Replacing Tires
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Checking and replacing tires CAUTION High tire pressure (overinfla- Tread wear indicator tion)— Keep your tires properly inflated. D Poor handling Otherwise, the following condi- D Excessive wear tions may occur and cause an ac- D Uneven wear cident resulting in death or seri- ous injuries.
Page 296 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) The tires on your Toyota have built−in If an air loss occurs while driving, do REPLACING YOUR TIRES tread wear indicators to help you not continue driving with a deflated When replacing a tire, use a tire of know when the tires need replace- tire.
Page 297: Rotating Tires
Toyota recommends all four tires, tics resulting in loss of control. or at least both of the front or rear D Do not use tires other than the tires be replaced at a time as a set.
Page 298: Installing Snow Tires And Chains
To equalize the wear and help ex- WHEN SNOW TIRES CHAINS tend tire life, Toyota recommends that you rotate your tires accord- Snow tires or chains are recommended ing to the maintenance schedule. when driving on snow or ice. (For scheduled maintenance infor- On wet or dry roads, conventional tires mation, please refer to the “Sched-...
Page 299 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Mark the direction of rotation and be sure CAUTION CAUTION to install them in the same direction when replacing. Observe following instructions. Do not exceed 50 km/h (30 mph) or Otherwise, an accident may occur re- chain manufacturer’s recom-...
Page 300: Replacing Wheels
When replacing wheels, care should be to damage the aluminum wheels. CAUTION taken to ensure that the wheels are re- Use only the Toyota wheel nuts and placed by ones with the same load ca- wrench designed for your aluminum...
Page 301 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) SECTION − DO−IT−YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Electrical components Checking battery condition ........Battery recharging precautions .
Page 302: Checking Battery Condition
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Checking battery condition— —Checking battery exterior —Precautions CAUTION If electrolyte gets on your skin, Terminals thoroughly wash the contact area. If BATTERY PRECAUTIONS you feel pain or burning, get medi- cal attention immediately. Ground cable The battery produces flammable and explosive hydrogen gas.
Page 303 Dark White Clear or checked by z Be sure the engine and all accesso- light yellow Green Dark your Toyota ries are off before performing main- dealer. tenance. Clear or Have battery z When checking the battery, remove Light checked by your...
Page 304: Battery Recharging Precautions
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Battery recharging precautions Checking and replacing fuses During recharging, the battery is pro- ducing hydrogen gas. Type A Therefore, before recharging: 1. If recharging with the battery installed on the vehicle, be sure to disconnect the ground cable. 2.
Page 305: Adding Washer Fluid
Have your Toyota dealer correct it as light comes on, the washer tank may be soon as possible. empty. Add washer fluid.
Page 306: Replacing Light Bulbs
Rear turn signal pooled inside light, contact your are hot. 3157A lights Toyota dealer. Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas Stop/tail/rear inside and require special handling. side marker 3157 27/8 They burst shatter lights scratched or dropped.
Page 307 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) —Headlights Bulb Light bulbs Type Door courtesy lights Glove box light — Step light — A: HB2 halogen bulbs B: HB4 halogen bulbs C: Wedge base bulbs (amber) D: Wedge base bulbs E: Double end bulbs 1.
Page 308 —Parking/front turn —Front fog lights signal/front side marker lights If either the left or right front fog lights burns out, contact your Toyota dealer. “TOP PULL” mark NOTICE Do not try to replace the front fog light bulbs by yourself. You may dam- age the vehicle.
Page 309 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) —Rear turn signal, stop/tail/rear side marker and back−up lights (type A) Removing clip Remove the bolts. Installing clip 2003 TUNDRA from Jul. ’03 Prod. (OM34430U)
Page 310 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) —Rear turn signal, stop/tail/rear side marker and back−up lights (type B) a: Rear turn signal light b: Stop/tail/rear side marker light c: Back−up light 2003 TUNDRA from Jul. ’03 Prod. (OM34430U)
Page 311 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) —License plate lights a: Rear turn signal light Use a Phillips−head screwdriver. b: Stop/tail/rear side marker light c: Back−up light 2003 TUNDRA from Jul. ’03 Prod. (OM34430U)
Page 312 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) —High mounted stoplight and cargo lamps Use a Phillips−head screwdriver. a: High mounted stoplight b: Cargo lamps 2003 TUNDRA from Jul. ’03 Prod. (OM34430U)
Page 313 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) SECTION SPECIFICATIONS Specifications Dimensions ..........Payload .
Page 314: Dimensions
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Dimensions mm (in.) TWO−WHEEL DRIVE MODELS FOUR−WHEEL DRIVE MODELS Access cab models Access cab models Standard cab Standard cab models models Standard bed StepSide bed Standard bed StepSide bed ∗ 1 ∗ 1 ∗ 1 ∗ 1 ∗...
Page 315: Payload
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Payload U.S.A. kg (lb.) ∗ 1 ∗ 2 Cab type Engine Driving system Transmission type Grade Deck type Payload Manual transmission Standard Standard bed 714 (1575) 5VZ−FE Two−wheel drive Standard cab Automatic transmission Standard Standard bed 701 (1545) 2UZ−FE Four−wheel drive Automatic transmission SR5 Standard bed...
Page 316 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Canada kg (lb.) ∗ 1 ∗ 2 Cab type Engine Driving system Grade Payload 5VZ−FE Two−wheel drive Standard 708 (1560) Standard cab 2UZ−FE Four−wheel drive Standard 782 (1725) Two−wheel drive 787 (1735) Access cab 2UZ−FE 662 (1460) Four−wheel drive Limited 685 (1510)
Page 317: Towing Capacity
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) ∗ Towing capacity kg (lb.) Two−wheel drive models 2358 (5200) 5VZ−FE engine Four−wheel drive models 2268 (5000) Without towing package 2494 (5500) Standard cab models Two−wheel drive models With towing package 3311 (7300) 2UZ−FE engine Without towing package 2450 (5600) Four−wheel drive models With towing package...
Page 318: Engine
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Engine Fuel Service specifications Model: Fuel type: ENGINE 5VZ−FE and 2UZ−FE Unleaded gasoline, Octane Rating 87 Valve clearance (engine cold), mm (in.): (Research Octane Number 91) or higher Type: 5VZ−FE engine 5VZ−FE engine Fuel tank capacity, L (gal., Imp. gal.): Intake 0.13—0.23 (0.006—0.009) 6 cylinder V type, 4 cycle, gasoline...
Page 319 ENGINE LUBRICATION SAE 5W−30 Oil capacity (drain and refill), L (qt., Imp. “Toyota Genuine Long Life Coolant” is qt.): filled in your Toyota vehicle. In order to avoid technical problems, we strongly 5VZ−FE engine recommend using “Toyota Genuine Long With filter 5.2 (5.5, 4.6)
Page 320 When Rear changing the automatic transmission fluid, MANUAL TRANSMISSION Two−wheel drive models use only “Toyota Genuine ATF Type T−IV” Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.): Standard differential (ATF JWS3309 or NWS6500) to aid in 3.80 (4.0, 3.3) Two−wheel drive models...
Page 321 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Recommended oil viscosity: BRAKES Front Minimum pedal clearance when depressed SAE 75W−90 with the force of 490 N (50 kgf, 110 lbf) with the engine running, mm (in.): Rear 95 (3.7) Standard differential Synthetic oil SAE 75W−140 Pedal free play, mm (in.): Limited−slip differential 1—6 (0.04—0.24)
Page 322: Tires
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) Fuses Tires Tire size, cold tire inflation pressure and wheel size: Tire pressure kPa (kgf/cm or bar, psi) Tire size Wheel size Front Rear P245/70R16 180 (1.8, 26) 240 (2.4, 35) 7J or 7JJ P265/70R16 180 (1.8, 26) 200 (2.0, 29) 7J or 7JJ P265/65R17...
Page 323 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) 9. PWR OUTLET 2 15 A: Power outlet 10. DOME 10 A: Interior light, personal lights, vanity light, ignition switch light, step light, door courtesy lights, open door warning light 11. H−LP LH 10 A : Left−hand headlight (high beam) 12.
Page 324: Discharge Warning Light
’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) 21. AM2 30 A: Ignition system, starting 32. TAIL 15 A: Tail lights, license plate Fuse (type C) system, “IGN” and “STA” fuses lights, instrument panel lights, parking 44. FL ALT 100 A (without towing pack- lights, glove box light 22.
Page 325 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) SECTION REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS FOR U.S. OWNERS AND CAMPER INFORMATION Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners and camper information Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ..... . Camper information .
Page 326 Traffic Safety Ad write NHTSA, U.S. involved in individual ministration (NHTSA) in Department Trans problems between you, addition notifying portation, Washing your dealer, or Toyota Toyota Motor Sales, ton, D.C. 20590. Motor Sales, U.S.A., U.S.A., Inc. (Toll- also obtain other Inc.
Page 327 Toyota vehicles with information on truck−camper loading. Your Toyota dealer will help an- swer any questions you may have as you read this information. Standard cab models Access cab models (StepSide bed)
Page 328 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) —Cargo weight rating and proper matching CARGO WEIGHT RATING Camper center of gravity CAUTION Standard cab models 453 kg (1000 lb.) If a load is too far back, it can cause dangerous handling. If it is too far Access cab models forward, the front axle may be over- 5 people, V6, 2WD,...
Page 329 These ratings are given on the vehicle Certification Label which is located on the door latch post on the left side of the vehicle. See “Your Toyota’s identification” in Section 2 for the Certification Label location. If weight ratings are exceeded, move or remove items to bring all weights below the ratings.
Page 330 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) GVWR Two−wheel drive models Standard cab models 2494 kg (5500 lb.) Access cab models 2585 kg (5700 lb.) Standard bed 2812 kg (6200 lb.) StepSide bed 2726 kg (6010 lb.) Four−wheel drive models Standard cab models 2812 kg (6200 lb.) Access cab models 2721 kg (6000 lb.)
Page 331 ’03 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0307) 2003 TUNDRA from Jul. ’03 Prod. (OM34430U)
Page 332 API grade SL “Energy−Conserving” or ILSAC multigrade engine oil is recom- mended. See page 281 for detailed information. Automatic transmission fluid: Toyota Genuine ATF Type T−IV See page 314 for detailed information. Tire information: See pages 286 through 294. Tire inflation pressure: See page 316.
Page 333 The Toyota authorized Repair Manual is packed with literally everything you need to know to perform your own maintenance in virtually every area of your new vehicle.
Page 334 The repair manual outlines exactly what main The repair manual for TOYOTA TUNDRA, tenance is required and clearly explains how to do the written in English, may be purchased as appli work yourself step−by−step.

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