Mitsubishi Canter 2006 User Manual

Owner’s Manual

2006 Model

Pub. No. MH998808

OWNER AND VEHICLE INFORMATION

OWNER NAME:

USER/COMPANY NAME:

MAILING ADDRESS:

CITY, STATE: ZIP:

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:

DATE OF DELIVERY (WARRANTY START DATE):

MO. DAY YR.

/ /

SELLING DEALER IMPRINT HERE

Foreword

Thank you for purchasing a Mitsubishi Fuso FE, FG Truck.

This Owner’s Manual explains proper vehicle handling, simple maintenance practices, and the
periodical maintenance schedule to ensure that you are able to drive your vehicle safely and com­fortably.

As improper use of the vehicle may result in a breakdown or cause an accident, we urge you to
read this handbook thoroughly before operating the vehicle.

Please keep this manual in the vehicle so it is always available for reference. If you sell the vehi­cle, make sure the next owner receives this manual and is aware of its contents.

© 2005 Mitsubishi Fuso Truck & Bus Corporation Printed in Japan

Reading the handbook

Q The information in this manual is accurate as of the time of printing. Because of differences in specifica-

tions and improvements that may be added after preparation of this manual, some of the explanations
and illustrations in this handbook may not apply to your vehicle.

Q The following symbols are used throughout this handbook:

: optional equipment
: requests that reader should refer to the page of the number indicated.

Q This manual contains important cautionary instructions and supplementary information under the follow-

ing four headings which identify the nature of the instructions and information:

DANGER

WARNING

CAUTION

NOTE: Suggestions or supplementary information for more efficient use of

Q California Proposition 65 Warning

Precautions that should be taken when handling dangerous sub­stances such as battery fluid in order to prevent a serious injury or
death

Precautionary instructions, which, if not observed, could result in
serious injury or death.

Precautionary instructions, which, if not observed, could result in
damage to or destruction of equipment or parts.

equipment or better understanding.

DANGER

THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS OR EMITS CHEMICALS KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO
CAUSE CANCER AND BIRTH DEFECTS OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM.

CONTENTS

1. Recommendation to drivers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

2. Warning labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

3. Opening and closing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1

4. Seat and steering wheel adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1

5. Switches and controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1

6. Instruments and warning lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

7. Starting and driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1

8. 4WD operation <FG models> . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1

9. Heating and air conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-1

10. Interior equipment and accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1

11. In cold weather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-1

12. Simple inspection and service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-1

13. Useful advice for emergencies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-1

14. Service data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-1

15. Maintenance schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-1

16. Alphabetical index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-1

17. Maintenance record . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17-1

Each chapter has a table of contents on its first page.

1-1

1. Recommendation to drivers

Chassis and engine numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2

Powerline label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2

Vehicle identification number (VIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4

Fuels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5

Handling of the new vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7

Reporting safety defects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8

Obtaining service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9

1-2 Recommendation to drivers

Chassis and engine numbers

If presented at the time of repair or parts order, the
chassis number and engine number will facili­tate the quick and smooth processing of your
requests.

1 Chassis number

The chassis number is indicated on the left frame,
near the left front wheel.

Example: FE84DD -

Z11767

Z11768

Chassis number

Vehicle model

2 Engine number

The engine number is indicated on the left side of
the crankcase.

Example: 4M50 -

Engine number

Engine model

Powerline label

The powerline label located in the position shown
indicates the vehicle model, chassis number and
information relevant to the vehicle’s power trans­mission components.

<Crew-cab model>

1-3

Vehicle identification number (VIN)

The VIN is stamped on a plate that is located as
shown in the illustration.

The VIN comprises 17 numbers and letters, the
meanings of which are listed below.

Z11959

Z11769

J BB6L D 6S1 K

Country J: Japan
Make L: Mitsubishi Fuso
Type 6: Incomplete vehicle
Gross vehicle weight / Brake system

B: 14,001 to 16,000 lbs. / Hydraulic
C: 16,001 to 19,500 lbs. / Hydraulic

Line B: FE84D

C: FE85D
D: FE84 W
E: FG84D

Series (wheel base) C: 2.6 to 2.89 m (8.53 to 9.48 ft.)

D: 2.9 to 3.19 m (9.51 to 10.46 ft.)
E: 3.2 to 3.49 m (10.49 to 11.44 ft.)
G: 3.8 to 4.09 m (12.46 to 13.41 ft.)
H: 4.1 to 4.39 m (13.45 to 14.40 ft.)

J: 4.4 to 4.69 m (14.43 to 15.38 ft.)
Cab chassis type 1: Chassis cab
Engine S: 4.899 L Diesel turbo charged and charge air cooled
Check digit
Model year 6: 2006
Plant K: Kawasaki
Plant sequential number

1-4 Recommendation to drivers

Z11771

Maintenance

Checking your vehicle at regular intervals is very
important for maximizing performance and extend­ing service life. It is recommended that you make a
habit of performing the following inspections.
This manual describes simple maintenance checks
and procedures that can be carried out by the
owner. If you have difficulty or your vehicle needs
maintenance work that is not shown in this manual,
please refer to an authorized dealer.

1 New vehicle inspection

After you have driven the first 4,000 km (2,500
miles), your vehicle requires a special inspection
and adjustments to compensate for the initial settle­ment of various parts. When the distance has been
reached, have your vehicle inspected by an autho­rized dealer by showing them this Owner’s Manual.

NOTE:
The cost of oil, lubricants, parts and any work that is
not included in the new vehicle inspection must be
borne by the owner.

Z01367

2 Pre-operational check

Make a habit of checking your vehicle at the start of
every day’s operation. This will ensure safe and
comfortable operation. P. 12-8

3 Periodic inspection

In addition to maximizing the vehicle’s working life,
regular inspections also help prevent accidents.
Periodic inspection is based on either the distance
traveled (odometer reading) or period of use
(months/years).
The intervals between and content of periodic
inspections are as shown in the Maintenance
Schedule section. Please adhere to the mainte­nance schedule carefully.

Z01368

1-5

Fuels

Use only diesel fuels conforming to the following
recommendations, without any additives, for diesel
engines installed in Mitsubishi Fuso trucks.

1 Diesel-fuel properties

The following recommendations concerning diesel
fuel used with Mitsubishi Fuso diesel engines are
given for optimum fuel economy and performance.

Use condition Recommendation

Normal operation at
temperatures above
–12°C (10°F).

Operation at tempera­tures below –12°C
(10°F), or long-hour no­load operation.

NOTE:
* ASTM is an acronym for the American Society for
Testing and Materials which recommends fuel con­taining 0.05% or less sulfur content.
Note that a sulfur content exceeding 0.05% deterio­rates the performance of emission control device.

To meet fuel requirements exactly, it is necessary to
obtain cooperation from a reputable fuel oil supplier.
Both fuel suppliers and users are responsible for
keeping fuel clean.

ASTM D-975

Grade Low Sulfur

Grade 2-D*

ASTM D-975

Grade Low Sulfur

Grade 1-D*

2 Danger of fire and explosion by using

mixed fuel

Fuel containing 5% gasoline has a flash point as
low as 0°C (32°F), which can lead to a fire or explo­sion while the engine is running.

DANGER

NEVER MIX DIESEL FUEL WITH GASOLINE,
GASOHOL OR ALCOHOL.
USE OF FUEL MIXED WITH ONE OR MORE
OF THESE COULD LEAD TO A FIRE OR
EXPLOSION INVOLVING SERIOUS INJURY,
DEATH OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. IF YOU
ACCIDENTALLY USE GASOLINE OR ALCO­HOL WHEN REFUELING THE VEHICLE,
REMOVE ALL OF IT FROM THE FUEL SYS­TEM.

1-6 Recommendation to drivers

3 Adverse effects of mixed fuel on engine

Using diesel fuel mixed with gasoline, alcohol, or
both, has the following adverse effects on the
engine:

• Fuel viscosity becomes lower, resulting in

excessive wear, damage, and failure of fuel sys­tem parts.

• Difficulty in starting the engine will result due to

a reduced cetane number.

CAUTION

• The lower the cetane number, the more likely

internal engine damage will occur.

• Do not add antifreeze agents or other sub-

stances to the fuel. They could damage the
engine’s fuel injection system.

• If the fuel tank cap and breather (air hole)

become so dirty that the breather gets
blocked, the fuel tank may deform and the
fuel injection system may fail. Be sure to
clean them regularly.

4 Refueling

WARNING

• Stop the engine before fueling.

• Never smoke when fueling since diesel

fuel could ignite or explode.
Never operate lighters or other items that
emit sparks.

• If you inadvertently put gasoline in the fuel

tank, pump it all out. Running the engine
with gasoline in the tank could cause a fire
or explosion endangering your or other
people’s lives.

NOTE:
If you run out of fuel, refuel the tank. After fueling,
the fuel system must be primed before the engine
can be started. P. 1 3- 2 3

1-7

<125-liter fuel tank>

<113-liter fuel tank>

Z11891

• 125-liter fuel tank

The fuel tank is on the left-hand side of the vehicle.
To open the cap, slowly turn it counterclockwise. To
close the cap, turn it fully clockwise.

Fuel tank capacity

125 liters (33 gallons)

• 113-liter fuel tank <optional for FE (except

Crew-cab models)>

The fuel tank is at the rear of the vehicle. To open
the fuel tank cap, slowly turn it counterclockwise. To
close the cap, turn it clockwise until you hear a click.

Fuel tank capacity

113 liters (29.8 gallons)

WARNING

• When filling the fuel tank using a gun-type

fuel pump, do not continue pumping after
the pump automatically stops. (The tank is
full at this point.) When filling the fuel tank
using any other method, stop as soon as
the surface of the fuel becomes visible
through the opening of the fuel filler. If you
supply so much fuel that it comes up to
the opening, fuel may leak though the
check valve when the vehicle starts
moving and when it stops moving. If fuel
leaks, carefully wipe it all up to prevent the
risk of fire.

• If the pointer of the fuel gauge is above the

“F” mark, do not add the fuel any more.

Z12537

Handling of the new vehicle

The way the vehicle is handled when new greatly
affects its subsequent performance and service life.
Observe the following precautions when handling
the new vehicle.

1 Maintenance

The “new vehicle inspection” is very important for
extending the service life of your vehicle. We
strongly recommend that you have this inspection
carried out by an authorized dealer. Be sure to give
the dealer this manual at that time.
During the initial run-in period, oil is quickly contam­inated. Replace the following oils and oil filter ele­ments at the time of the “new vehicle inspection”.

1-8 Recommendation to drivers

Z08646

At 4,000 km (2,500 miles)

• Engine oil

• Manual transmission gear oil

• Transfer gear oil <FG>

• Front axle housing gear oil <FG>

• Rear axle housing gear oil

2 Maximum engine speed during run-in

period

To avoid overburdening a new engine, limit engine
RPM to that indicated below for the first 1,000 km
(600 miles).
Then, run in your vehicle step by step at various
speeds, beginning with low gears.

Maximum engine RPM during run-in period

1,800 rpm

Reporting safety defects

If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that
could cause a crash or could cause injury or death,
you should immediately inform both the National
Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and
the Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America, Inc. (MFTA).
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open
an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect
exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall
and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot
become involved in individual problems between
you, your dealer, or MFTA.
To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto
Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 1-202­366-0123 in Washington, D.C. area) or write to:
NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation, Wash­ington, D.C. 20590.
You can also obtain other information about motor
vehicle safety from the Auto Safety Hotline.

1-9

Obtaining service

At Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America, Inc. (MFTA),
we are proud of the quality and workmanship that is
built into every MFTA Truck. We are equally proud
of our corporate commitment to promote the highest
possible degree of customer satisfaction with our
products and services.

Today’s trucks are extremely complex and are com­prised of an enormous number of individual parts.
Occasionally, a failure of one of these parts may
occur. Should you experience such a failure, we are
confident that you will find an Authorized Dealer
prepared to provide you with high quality service.
Every Authorized Dealer has trained personnel,
plus the tools and equipment necessary to provide
for your various service needs. In the event that a
problems arises, we ask you to follow the procedure
outlined as follows, and in the sequence listed:

STEP 1: Contact your Nearest Authorized Dealer

This is the most direct and expedient way to obtain
service. Each Authorized Dealer has the ultimate
responsibility for providing the services and repairs
you may need. We recommend that you contact the
Service Manager of your nearest Authorized Dealer
for assistance. In the event that you feel additional
assistance is required, ask to speak to the General
Manager of the Authorized Dealer.

STEP 2: Contact MFTA

After the completion of Step 1, and in the event that
your nearest Authorized Dealer has been unable to
satisfactorily resolve the problem, please contact
MFTA’s Customer Service Representative at 1-877-
711-0707.

Please be prepared to provide the following infor­mation when you call:

• Your Name, Company Name, Address, Tele-

phone Number

• Vehicle Model

• Vehicle Model Year

• Vehicle Identification Number

• Mileage

• Name of Dealer contacted under Step 1, if appli-

cable

• Details of the Complaint/Comment

You also may correspond with the Customer Ser­vice Representative in writing, addressed to:

MITSUBISHI FUSO TRUCK OF AMERICA, INC.
CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE
2015 CENTER SQUARE RD.
LOGAN TOWNSHIP, NJ 08085

2-1

2. Warning labels

Locations in cab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2

Locations outside cab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5

2-2 Warning labels

• The caution and warning labels show important

information. Be sure to read them before using
the vehicle.

• If any label has peeled so it is difficult to read, is

scratched or otherwise damaged, or has peeled
off completely, please inform an authorized
dealer. The warning and caution labels apply
only to the vehicle itself, not to any equipment
mounted on the vehicle. For information on cau­tion and warning labels that apply to equipment
mounted on the vehicle, please refer to the
Owner’s Manual supplied by the manufacturer
of the equipment.

• The caution and warning labels are located in

the cab as shown below. Samples of these
labels are indicated in this and following pages.

Locations in cab

Limited slip differential 113-liter fuel tank

<FE: other than Crew-cab models>

Z10690 Z12494

Z12495

2-3

Voltage

Transfer lever <FG>

Hydraulic brake booster <FE85>

Z11770

Z11693

Towing <Automatic transmission vehicles>

Hydraulic brake booster
<FE85>

Z12483

Z11694

Z11666

Fuse

Z12564

2-4 Warning labels

Engine inspection hatch
<Crew-cab models>

Cab tilt function
<Vehicles other than Crew-cab models>

Z11805 Z10697

Locations outside cab

2-5

Z12496

2-6 Warning labels

Engine oil

Automatic transmission fluid

Battery

Z10084

Z12549

Pressure cap

Z08670

Z11680

Oil cooler <Automatic transmission vehicles> Oil cooler <Automatic transmission vehicles>

Z11844 Z11773

2-7

High-current fuse

Z11803

Cab tilt function
<Vehicles other than Crew-cab models>

Z11774

125-liter fuel tank

Air conditioner

Z13208

Cab tilt function
<Vehicles other than Crew-cab models>

Z11804

Limited slip differential

113-liter fuel tank
<FE: other than Crew-cab models>

Z11678

Z12494

Z10707

3-1

3. Opening and closing

Starter key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2

Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2

Central door locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4

Entering and leaving the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4

Door window glass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6

3-2 Opening and closing

Starter key

• There are two starter keys: a main key and a

sub key .

• Please make a note of the starter key number

. You can purchase more starter keys if you

inform an authorized dealer of this number.

Z08736

Doors

WARNING

• To help prevent accidents, always check

for vehicles and pedestrians approaching
from behind before opening the doors.

• Driving with a door ajar can be very dan-

gerous. Make sure the doors are com­pletely closed before starting.

• Exercise caution when opening a door in

strong wind. Otherwise, the wind could
catch the door and suddenly blow it open.

• Exercise caution when opening a door on

a downward slope. Otherwise, the inclina­tion of the vehicle could cause the door to
suddenly fall open.

• When leaving the vehicle, take with you

any child who was riding in the cab. Never
leave a child in the cab. A child left in the
cab could interfere with the vehicle, caus­ing it to move or catch fire. Also, the cab
gets extremely hot in sunshine and in hot
weather so a child left in the cab could suf­fer heatstroke.

Z10730

3-3

1 From the outside

To open, pull the outer handle toward you.

•

• Use the starter key to lock or unlock the door.

• It is possible to lock each door without using the

starter key. With the driver’s door or assistant
driver’s door, push the lock knob toward the
front of the vehicle then pull the outer handle
and keep it pulled as you close the door. With a
rear door, push the lock knob down then pull
the outer handle and keep it pulled as you close
the door.

NOTE:

• If your vehicle is not a Crew-cab model vehicle,

locking the driver’s door using the starter key or
lock knob also causes the assistant driver’s door
to automatically lock.
On the other hand, unlocking the driver’s door
using the starter key or lock knob unlocks only
the driver’s door.

• When you leave your vehicle, be sure to remove

the starter key from the starter switch to prevent
theft.

• Be careful not to lock the doors with the starter

key inside the vehicle.

Z10731

Z10732

2 From the inside

To close, use the door waist bar . Close the

•

door completely.

• To lock the driver’s door or assistant driver’s

door, push the lock knob toward the front of
the vehicle. To lock a rear door, push the lock
knob down.

• To unlock and open the driver’s door or assist-

ant driver’s door, push the lock knob toward the
rear of the vehicle then pull the inner handle .
To unlock and open a rear door, pull up the lock
knob then pull the inner handle .

CAUTION

Closing the door by pulling any part other than
the door waist bar could damage the door
mechanism.

3-4 Opening and closing

Central door locks

<Vehicles other than Crew-cab models>

• When the “LOCK” side of the switch is

pressed, both doors are locked. When the
“UNLK” side of the switch is pressed, both doors
are unlocked.

• When the lock knob on the driver’s door is

pushed forward, the passenger’s door is also
automatically locked. If the lock knob on either
door is subsequently pushed rearward, only that
door is unlocked.

• When the driver’s door is locked from the out-

side using the starter key, the passenger’s door
is automatically also locked. If the starter key is
subsequently used to unlock either door, the
other door remains locked.

Z11819

Entering and leaving the vehicle

WARNING

• Always use the step to climb into or down

from the vehicle. Never put your foot on
the wheel or tire since it could easily slip
off.

• The step can become slippery in rain or

snow. Firmly hold the grip while climbing
into or down from the vehicle. Holding the
grip is particularly important when snow
has settled and frozen on the step.

• If the soles of your shoes are oily or

greasy, you could slip when climbing
down from the vehicle or when operating
the brake or clutch pedal.
Wipe any oil and grease off the soles of
your shoes before entering or leaving the
vehicle.

• When putting your foot on the step, make

sure your body is supported in three
places for safety.

• Do not hold luggage or other items in your

hands when entering or leaving the vehi­cle since this can be dangerous.

• Do not jump down from the vehicle. Jump-

ing down from the vehicle could cause you
to fall or sustain an injury.

• Take care when entering or leaving the

vehicle on a slope or in a strong wind
since the door could open or close sud­denly.

3-5

<FE>

<Rear doors: Crew-cab models>

<FG>

Z12471

CAUTION

• Hold onto the grip when entering or leaving

the vehicle. Do not grasp any other part of
the vehicle since it could break.

• When entering or leaving an FG model truck,

do not place your feet or hands on the fender

. The fender could suffer damage. Also, the

fender can be dangerously slippery.

Hold the grip tightly and put your foot fully on the
step when entering or leaving the vehicle. If you
place your hand on the fender, put it on the non-slip
section .

3-6 Opening and closing

Door window glass

WARNING

Do not allow a child to put its hands or head
out of a window. The child’s head or hands
could hit an object outside the vehicle, and
the child could be seriously injured in the
event of hard braking.

1 Power window switches <Vehicles other

than Crew-cab models>

WARNING

• Always make sure that no one has their

head or hands out of the window when
closing it. A body part could be injured if
caught in a closing window.
Never allow a child to open or close the
window.

• When a child is in the cab, be sure to press

the power window lock switch to prevent
the child from opening and closing the
assistant driver’s window. Otherwise, the
child may accidentally operate the power
window switch and get its hands or head
trapped.

Z10734

The power window switches function only when the
starter switch is in the “ON” position.
On the driver’s door, there are two switches: switch

for controlling the driver’s window and switch

for controlling the assistant driver’s window.

Switch for assistant driver’s window.
Press the switch to open the window.
Raise the switch to close the window.

CAUTION

Do not keep any door or window open in rainy
weather, and be careful not to spill a drink on
any of the window switches. If water or any
other liquid gets on a window switch, it can
cause a malfunction.

3-7

2 Power window lock switch <Vehicles

other than Crew-cab models>

WARNING

When a child is in the cab, be sure to press
the power window lock switch to prevent the
child from opening and closing the assistant
driver’s window. Otherwise, the child may
accidentally operate the power window
switch and get its hands or head trapped.

Press the power window lock switch to prevent
the assistant driver’s window from being opened or
closed.
Pressing the switch a second time releases the
lock.

CAUTION

Do not keep any door or window open in rainy
weather, and be careful not to spill a drink on
any of the window switches. If water or any
other liquid gets on a window switch, it can
cause a fault.

<Front doors>

<Rear doors: Crew-cab models>

NOTE:
If a child is in your vehicle, it is important for safety’s
sake to press the power window lock switch to pre­vent the child from opening or closing the assistant
driver’s window.

Z10735

3 Window regulator handle <Crew-cab

models>

Turn the window regulator handle to open or
close the window.

Open
Close

CAUTION

The front door window glass lowering limit is
near the door waist bar . Trying to lower it fur­ther could damage the internal mechanism.

Z12531

4-1

4. Seat and steering wheel adjustments

Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2

Seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4

Steering wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7

4-2 Seat and steering wheel adjustments

Seats

WARNING

• Adjusting the seat while the vehicle is in

motion is dangerous as the seat may move
more than you intend. Be sure to stop the
vehicle and set the parking brake before
performing any adjustment of the seat.

• After you have adjusted the seat, gently

move or rock the seat to ensure that it is
locked in the desired position.

• When adjusting the seat, keep your hands

away from the bottom of the seat and from
moving parts of the seat. Otherwise, you
could suffer an injury by getting your
hands and fingers trapped.

• When adjusting the angle of the seatback,

keep your back or hand pressed against it.
Otherwise, the seatback could suddenly
return to its original position and injure
you by hitting your face or other body
parts.

Z11863

1 Driver’s seat

1.1 Correct driving position

• Before driving the vehicle, adjust the seat with

reference to the following points:

Your back must touch the seatback, and you
must be able to see the warning lamps and
gauges.
You must be able to reach and firmly press
the pedals.
You must be able to operate the steering
wheel and switches with ease.
You must be able to operate the shift lever
with ease.
You must be able to fasten the seat belt cor­rectly.

• Adjust the steering wheel to a position at which

you can operate it comfortably with your arms
slightly bent.

Z10741

4-3

1.2 Making adjustments

• Slide seat forward or backward while holding

slide adjustment lever raised. After making
the adjustment, release the lever and move the
seat back and forth slightly to lock it in position.

• To adjust the angle of the seatback , raise

reclining lever .

• Lower the armrest to use it. Turn the armrest

knob to adjust the height of the armrest in its
lowered position.

Up
Down

2 Assistant driver’s seat

Assistant driver’s seat
Center seat

• Pulling the seatback lever allows the seat-

back angle to be adjusted. With the lever pulled,
grasp the top of the seatback and move it for­ward or backward to adjust the seatback angle
as desired.
After adjusting the seatback angle or returning
the seatback to its original position after tipping
it forward, gently rock the seatback to make sure
it is locked in place.

• It is possible to tip the seatback fully forward.

With the lever pulled, grasp the seatback at the
top and tip it forward.

Z11806

Z12099

3 Rear seat – Crew-cab models

Storage compartments are located under the rear
seat. The rear seat can be folded up for access to
them. When you wish to stow or remove something
from these compartments, release the hooks at
the base of the seat and raise the seat cushion .
To retain the seat cushion, use the retaining bands

that are attached to the seatback. Fit the loop
at the end of each retaining band over the corre­sponding hook on the seat cushion.

4-4 Seat and steering wheel adjustments

Z11862

Seat belts

• To help prevent injury in the event of a sudden

stop or accident, the driver and all passengers
must wear their seat belts correctly.

• When wearing your seat belt, sit back in your

seat with your back straight. If a seat belt is used
incorrectly, its effectiveness is greatly dimin­ished and it could aggravate injuries in the event
of accident.

• For details of seat belt usage for children and

pregnant women, refer to “Children and babies”
and to “Pregnant women”. P. 4-6

WARNING

• Passengers must never be in the cargo

area while the vehicle is in motion. Unless
seated and properly belted up, the risk of
injury is greatly increased.

• Seat belts should be worn as low as possi-

ble over the hips. Wearing a seat belt
across the abdomen could be dangerous
since undue pressure would be placed on
internal organs in the event of a collision.

• Make sure that the seat belt is not twisted

when fastening it. A twisted seat belt could
be dangerous since its reduced width will
apply a larger force to a smaller part of
your body in the event of impact.

• Replace any seat belt that is cut or frayed,

or if its buckle does not work properly.

• Never use a single seat belt for more than

one person.

• It is dangerous to fasten or unfasten your

seat belt while driving since the momen­tary diversion of your attention could lead
to a serious accident. Always stop the
vehicle first.

• The left and right seats feature 3-point lap and

shoulder belts with Emergency Locking Retrac­tor (ELR), while the middle seat features a 2­point lap belt.

1 Lap and shoulder belts with ELR

NOTE:
It is not necessary to adjust the length of these seat
belts.
An ELR seat belt extends and retracts automatically
as its wearer moves but locks automatically for pro­tection in the event of a sudden stop or shock.
The belt’s tightness should be adjusted automati­cally. If there is any looseness, lift the shoulder belt
gently and the mechanism will take up the slack.
With the belt properly tightened, the risk of it slip­ping off in a collision is reduced.

Z10760

Z11726

4-5

• Fastening

1. Hold tang and gently extend the belt. If the

belt locks or is difficult to extend, let it retract and
pull it gently again.

2. Take care that the belt does not become twisted.

Insert the tang into the buckle until you hear a
click.

3. Pull on the tang to confirm that it is locked in.

4. Adjust the belt so it is across your hips and

shoulder.

Z01351

Z08774

• Unfastening

1. Press the red button to unlock the buckle.

2. The belt automatically retracts when unlocked.

To prevent the tang causing damage or injury,
hold it while the belt retracts.

3. Adjust the tang stopper to locate the tang in

an easy-to-reach position and prevent it from
slipping.

2Lap belt

Fastening

•

1. Take care that the belt does not become twisted.

Insert the tang into the buckle until you
hear a click.

2. Pull on the tang to confirm that it is locked in.

3. Adjust the belt so it is low across your hips.

4. To adjust the belt’s length, hold the tang at 90°

to the belt.
Pull the belt end to shorten the belt or the tang
to lengthen it.

To lengthen
To shorten

WARNING

For maximum protection in the event of an
accident, the belt must not be loose. A loose
belt could even aggravate injuries.

4-6 Seat and steering wheel adjustments

• Unfastening

1. Press the red button to unlock the buckle.

2. When the belt is not in use, insert its tang into
the buckle.

3 Children and babies

•

When carrying children or babies, they must be
restrained properly to minimize the risk of injury
in the event of a sudden stop or accident. Never
allow children to stand or kneel on the seats. For
maximum safety, we recommend fitting and
using a restraint system that complies with Fed­eral Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.
The use of child and/or baby restraint systems is
mandatory in some states. Please abide by your
state’s regulations.

• Older children may sit on the regular seats and

use the regular seat belts. However, make sure
that the shoulder belts do not cross their necks
or faces.

4 Pregnant women

Since a seat belt could exert undue pressure on the
abdomen in the event of an accident, pregnant
women should consult a doctor about the use of
seat belts before riding in the vehicle.
A pregnant woman should wear her seat belt as low
as possible across the hips, not across her abdo­men.

5Seat belt care

Periodically, check the action of the mechanical

•

parts such as the buckles, tangs, and emer­gency locking retractor (ELR) units. Check also
for any damage that could stop the seat belts
from functioning properly.
Replace seat belt unit if there is any malfunction
or damage.

• Replace any webbing that is cut, frayed, or oth-

erwise damaged.

• Replace any seat belt that has received a shock

due to a collision.

• Keep sharp or other potentially damaging

objects away from the seat belts, especially the
webbing.

• Keep the seat belts clean and dry. Use a mild

soap and lukewarm water to clean seat belts.
Such solvents as gasoline and thinner may seri­ously affect the strength of the webbing.

P. 1 2- 7 3

• Never attempt to bleach or dye the seat belts, as

this could weaken them considerably.

• Do not attempt to remove the seat belts or dis-

assemble the ELR units.

4-7

Steering wheel

WARNING

• After every adjustment, try to move the

steering wheel back and forth to make
sure that it is securely locked. Unless the
lever returns to its original position, the
steering wheel may move while the vehicle
is in motion and cause an accident.

• Make adjustments with the vehicle station-

ary. Adjusting the steering wheel while
driving is dangerous since it could detract
from your concentration or cause the
steering wheel to move more than desired.

The steering wheel can be adjusted to the preferred
height and tilted forward/backward. Adjust the
steering wheel as well as the seat to the best posi­tions for easy safe driving.

• Pull the lock lever then adjust the steering

wheel to the height and angle that are most
comfortable for you.

• Push the lock lever back in to securely retain the

steering wheel.

Adjust
Retain

Z10764

5-1

5. Switches and controls

Arrangement of switches and

controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2

Starter switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3

Warm-up switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4

Engine idling control volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5

Starting the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6

Warming up the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10

Stopping the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12

Pedals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-13

Gearshift lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-14

Range selector lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-15

Overdrive switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-17

Parking brake lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-17

Combination switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-18

Hazard warning lamp switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-22

Rheostat control switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-22

Van body dome light switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-22

Rearview mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-23

Mirror heater switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-23

5-2 Switches and controls

<Manual transmission vehicles>

<Automatic transmission vehicles>

Z12481

Arrangement of switches and

controls

Starter switch
Engine idling control volume
Accelerator pedal
Brake pedal
Clutch pedal
Gearshift lever
Parking brake lever
Hazard warning lamp switch
Combination switch
(wiper and washer switch, exhaust brake switch:
Manual transmission vehicles)
Combination switch
(lighting switch, passing/dimmer switch, turn sig­nal switch)
Front drive switch <FG> P. 8-3
Oil level check switch P. 12-19
Central door lock switch <vehicles other than
Crew-cab models> P. 3-4
Warm-up switch
Range selector lever
Overdrive switch
Shift lock release knob
Rheostat control switch
Van body dome light switch <vehicles other than
Crew-cab models>
Transfer lever <FG> P. 8-3
Mirror heater switch <option>

Z11821

5-3

Starter switch

WARNING

Never turn the starter switch to any position
other than the “ON” position while driving
the vehicle. Turning the starter switch to the
“ACC” position would be dangerous because
the engine would stop and the following
problems would occur:

• The braking force reduces extremely.

• The power steering system would stop

working so the steering action would
become extremely heavy.

• The electric circuits for the warning lamps

and meters would stop working, and elec-

tric parts could fail.
When the starter key is removed from the
starter switch, the steering wheel locks, mak­ing steering impossible.

CAUTION

• Do not turn the starter switch to the “START”

position while the engine is running. Doing
so could damage the starter.

• The starter key cannot be turned from the

“ACC” position to the “LOCK” position
unless it is pressed in. Do not attempt to turn
it by force. Keep the key pressed in while
turning it from the “ACC” position to the
“LOCK” position.

• If you park the vehicle over an extended

period of time, always place the key in the
“LOCK” position and remove it from the
starter switch. Leaving the key in the “ON”
or “ACC” position could run down the bat­tery.

• Avoid using the “ACC” position for long

periods, for example, for listening to the
radio, as the battery could be completely dis­charged.

5-4 Switches and controls

Z10782

• LOCK

The starter key can be inserted and removed
in this position only. To place the key in the
“LOCK” position, turn it to the “ACC” position
then press it in. Keep it pressed in while turning
it to the “LOCK” position. When the key is
removed, the steering wheel locks.
The lighting switch, rheostat control switch, haz­ard warning lamps, interior lamp, horn, central
door locks and turn signal lamps can be used.

• ACC

The engine is shut off or is not running in this
position.
The cigarette lighter can be used. Audio equip­ment (radio, etc.) installed and connected in the
approved manner can also be used.

• ON

The engine is running in this position.
All electrical circuits are operable.

• START

The engine is turned over and started in this
position.
Once the engine is running, release the key and
the switch will automatically return to the “ON”
position.

NOTE:

• Turn the key only after inserting it fully in the

starter switch.

• If you are unable to turn the key, gently turn the

steering wheel clockwise and counterclockwise
as you turn the key.

Z11822

Warm-up switch

• To warm up the engine quickly or make the

heater work more effectively with the vehicle
stationary, turn ON the warm-up switch . The
warm-up system will begin to operate, and the

indicator lamp will illuminate.

P. 5 -1 0

• When the engine has finished warming up, the

warm-up system stops operating automatically
and the indicator lamp turns off.

• Once the engine has warmed up and/or the

heater is working satisfactorily, turn OFF the
switch.

5-5

NOTE:

• When you start driving, be sure to turn OFF the

switch to deactivate the warm-up system.

• The warm-up system is used to make the

engine warm up more quickly and to make the
heater work more effectively when the vehicle is
stationary on cold days.
When the warm-up system is turned ON, the
engine’s idling speed automatically increases
and the exhaust brake operates. As a result, the
coolant warms up more quickly.

Engine idling control volume

WARNING

Do not increase the engine speed using the
engine idling control volume and then drive
the vehicle; it will be impossible to control
the vehicle’s speed using the accelerator
pedal.

CAUTION

• Be sure to set the engine idling control vol-

ume to the AUTO position during driving.
If you drive with the engine speed raised by
the volume, abrupt starting or premature
wear of the clutch may occur.

• Turn the engine idling control volume gently,

as forcing it could damage the internal
mechanism.

• If the idling speed is set too low using man-

ual control, the engine may become exces­sively noisy. Make sure the idling speed is
correct.

NOTE:
If the engine speed is raised by the engine idling
control volume with the Warm-up switch set to the
ON position, a black smoke may be produced.
Before turning ON the Warm-up switch, be sure to
set the engine idling control volume to the AUTO
position.

Automatic control

The engine is warmed up with the speed being
automatically controlled according to the engine
coolant temperature. (The engine speed automati­cally decreases as the coolant temperature rises.)

Z11843

Manual control

Turn the knob counterclockwise to reduce the
engine speed.
Turn it clockwise to increase the engine speed.
The engine idling control volume should normally
be placed in the automatic control position.

5-6 Switches and controls

Z11944

Engine idling speed

625 to 675 rpm

Starting the engine

WARNING

• Do not start or warm up the engine in a

garage or other closed area. When starting
the engine or entering or leaving a garage,
do not run the engine for longer than is
necessary as the accumulation of exhaust
gas in closed areas is very dangerous.
Exhaust emissions contain carbon monox­ide (CO), which if breathed can cause
unconsciousness or death.

• If you smell exhaust gases inside the cab,

inspect the exhaust pipe and check
whether exhaust gases are leaking
through holes or cracks caused by corro­sion or damage. If exhaust gases are leak­ing, have the exhaust pipe inspected by an
authorized dealer.
If exhaust gases that have leaked from the
exhaust pipe come into the cab, ventilate
the cab with fresh air by opening the win­dows fully or by opening the doors.

• Make sure that there are no flammables

under or behind the parked vehicle, espe­cially close to the exhaust pipe. A fire
could be started by the heat from the
engine or exhaust pipe.

• When you start the engine, be sure to sit in

the correct position on the driver’s seat to
wait for the engine to warm up. If you are
leaning out of the door window or other­wise incorrectly seated and the vehicle
suddenly moves, a serious accident could
occur.

CAUTION

• It is dangerous to push-start the engine.

Only push-start the engine when it is
unavoidable. It is impossible to push-start an
automatic transmission vehicle, and
attempting to do so could damage the trans­mission.

• Do not use ether or other vapor compound

type starting aids. Use of such fluid on this
engine could result in serious damage.

5-7

NOTE:

• When the engine has started, allow it to warm

up until the needle in the coolant temperature
gauge starts to move.

• Do not continue operating the starter for more

than 15 seconds as this could damage it or dis­charge the battery.

• If you operate the starter continuously for 10

seconds and the engine still does not start, turn
the starter switch to the “ACC” position and wait
about 30 seconds for the battery to recover
before performing the starting procedure again.

• Use the engine idling control volume when

adjusting the engine speed immediately after
starting the engine. Doing so can prevent need­less racing of the engine.

• On a vehicle that has not been operated for a

week or more, or after replacement of engine oil
or engine oil filter element, be sure to crank the
engine before starting it.

• If the indicator lamp does not illuminate in

cold weather, the fuse for the preheating circuit
may have blown and should be inspected.
P. 13-13
If the indicator lamp flashes, the preheating
circuit is malfunctioning. Have it inspected by an
authorized dealer.

• In a cold region, using a high-capacity battery

improves engine startability.

Z11845

Z11778

1 Pre-starting steps

1. Pull parking brake lever to fully apply the parking
brake.

2. Manual transmission vehicles:
Place gearshift lever in the neutral position.
Automatic transmission vehicles:
Place the range selector lever in the “P” posi­tion.

3. Turn the engine idling control volume to the
automatic control position.

5-8 Switches and controls

NOTE:
For safety, the engine in a manual transmission
vehicle cannot be started unless the gearshift lever
is in the neutral position.
In an automatic transmission vehicle, the engine
cannot be started unless the range selector lever is
in “P” or “N” position. It is safer to start the engine
with the range selector lever in the “P” position.
Start the engine with the range selector lever in the
“N” position only when absolutely necessary, for
example, if the engine stops while the vehicle is on
a level crossing.

2 Starting procedure

1. Turn the starter switch to the “ON” position.

Z08913

Z08914

Z08915

2. Check whether the indicator lamp illumi­nates or not.

• If the indicator lamp does not illuminate,

hold down the clutch pedal and turn the
starter switch to the “START” position to start the
engine. Do not depress the accelerator pedal.

• If the indicator lamp illuminates, wait until it

goes off. After the lamp has gone off, hold down
the clutch pedal and turn the starter switch to
the “START” position to start the engine.

Z08915

Z08917

5-9

3. After the engine has started, let it warm up until
the water temperature gauge needle begins to
move. P. 5-10

3 Starting the engine when vehicle has

been parked over an extended period

When the vehicle is not used for a week or more or
the engine oil and oil filter are replaced, the engine
becomes starved of oil. Before the engine is started,
therefore, it must be cranked in accordance with the
following procedure to distribute oil to its various
components.

CAUTION

• To ensure maximum safety, be sure to pull

the parking brake lever fully to apply the
parking brake and block the wheels with
chocks thus preventing the vehicle from
accidentally moving.

• Performing the cranking is of essential

importance in terms of protecting the turbo­charger.

1. Pull the parking brake lever to fully apply the
parking brake.

2. Manual transmission vehicles:
Place gearshift lever in the neutral position.
Automatic transmission vehicles:
Place the range selector lever in the “P” posi­tion.

3. Without depressing the accelerator pedal, place
the starter switch in the “START” position and
crank the engine for roughly 15 seconds.
If the engine starts, release the starter key and
do not depress the accelerator pedal for roughly
15 seconds.

5-10 Switches and controls

Z11846

Z11944

4 Starting the engine with the cab tilted

When you need to start the engine with the cab
tilted for inspection or servicing purposes, be sure
to observe the following safety precautions:

• Set the parking brake firmly and chock the

wheels.

• With a manual transmission vehicle, make sure

that the gearshift lever is in the neutral position.
With an automatic transmission vehicle, make
sure that the range selector lever is in the “P”
position.

• Make sure nobody is near the engine compart-

ment, then place the starter switch in the
“START” position to start the engine.

Warming up the engine

WARNING

• Do not warm up the engine in a garage or

other closed area. When starting the
engine or entering or leaving a garage, do
not run the engine for longer than is nec­essary as the accumulation of exhaust gas
in closed areas is very dangerous.
Exhaust emissions contain carbon monox­ide (CO), which if breathed can cause
unconsciousness or death.

• If you smell exhaust gases inside the cab,

inspect the exhaust pipe and check
whether exhaust gases are leaking
through holes or cracks caused by corro­sion or damage. If exhaust gases are leak­ing, have the exhaust pipe inspected by an
authorized dealer.
If exhaust gases that have leaked from the
exhaust pipe come into the cab, ventilate
the cab with fresh air by opening the win­dows fully or by opening the doors.

• Make sure that there are no flammables

under or behind the parked vehicle, espe­cially close to the exhaust pipe. A fire
could be started by the heat from the
engine or exhaust pipe.

CAUTION

Racing the engine immediately after it has
started causes excessive wear of cylinders and
pistons, leading to engine malfunction. Be sure
to warm up the engine to operating temperature
before full load operation according to the pro­cedures described here.

5-11

NOTE:
Idling the engine for long time wastes fuel, and is
therefore detrimental to environmental protection
and resource conservation. So shut down the
engine whenever you leave the vehicle, even for a
short period.
After the engine has been idling for a relatively long
time, white smoke may be given off from the muffler
when driving off from a standstill and accelerating.
This is a normal effect of the catalytic converter that
is located in the muffler, and does not indicate any
abnormality. If you start to drive immediately after
starting the engine (while the engine is still cold),
you will encounter the following problems:

• In a cold region, the extreme coldness of the

engine will cause poor ignition of fuel, making
the engine prone to knocking.

• If the idling speed is too low, the engine will be

abnormally noisy. Be sure to return the idling
speed to the appropriate value.

With the engine idling control volume turned to the
automatic control position, the engine’s idling speed
is adjusted automatically. To make the engine warm
up more quickly, take the following steps:

1. After the engine starts, turn ON the warm-up
switch . The indicator lamp will illumi­nate, the engine speed will start to increase, and
the exhaust brake will operate.

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Z08917

NOTE:
If the engine speed is raised by the engine idling
control volume with the Warm-up switch set to the
ON position, a black smoke may be produced.
Before turning ON the Warm-up switch, be sure to
set the engine idling control volume to the AUTO
position.

2. Continue to let the engine warm up until the
water temperature gauge needle starts moving.
When the coolant temperature rises sufficiently,
the engine warming-up process stops automati­cally and the indicator lamp then goes out.

3. Turn OFF the warm-up switch.

Z11847

5-12 Switches and controls

Stopping the engine

WARNING

• Never allow the vehicle to coast with the

engine stopped as braking may be danger­ously sluggish and extremely difficult
steering may result. This may also cause
trouble in the fuel injection system.

• The engine and exhaust pipe are

extremely hot just after stopping the vehi­cle. Avoid parking the vehicle where the
exhaust pipe could set fire to materials
such as dry grass.

CAUTION

• Allow the engine to idle for at least 3 minutes

before stopping it. Not doing so could result
in an engine malfunction.

• The engine should only be stopped from an

idle. Stopping it at a high RPM could result in
an engine malfunction.

More than
3 minutes

1. Hold down the brake pedal and apply the park­ing brake.

2. Manual transmission vehicles:
Place gearshift lever in the neutral position.
Automatic transmission vehicles:
Place the range selector lever in the “P” posi­tion.

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3. Allow the engine to idle for more than 3 minutes
before stopping it.
When the vehicle is in motion, engine parts
become extremely hot. This is particularly true
during uphill or high-speed driving. Therefore,
let the engine cool down sufficiently by allowing
it to idle for a time before stopping it.

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4. Turn the starter switch to the “ACC” position to
stop the engine.

Pedals

Accelerator pedal

WARNING

If you use a floor mat, lay it correctly and
make sure it is suitable for the size of the
vehicle. It is dangerous for a floor mat to
cover the accelerator pedal or for floor mats
to be laid in multiple layers since the acceler­ator pedal may be prevented from returning
when released.

Racing the engine also increases fuel consumption.

Brake pedal

WARNING

Allowing empty beverage cans or other
objects to get under the brake pedal is
extremely dangerous as they will interfere
with brake pedal movement. Keep the floor
free of any objects obstructive to operation
of the pedal.

• Illumination of the warning lamp while the

vehicle is being driven shows that the disc brake
pads are due for replacement. Have the disc
brake pads inspected by an authorized dealer.
The warning lamp always illuminates when
the starter switch is turned from the “ACC” posi­tion to the “ON” position. Provided it goes off
approximately three seconds later, the disc
brake pads are normal.

• Use the brake pedal correctly. P. 7-7

5-14 Switches and controls

Clutch pedal

<Manual transmission vehicles>

• Do not operate the vehicle with your foot on the

clutch pedal as doing so can shorten the service
life of the clutch. Driving with your foot on the
clutch pedal could prevent engine braking and
exhaust braking from taking place.

• Depress the clutch pedal fully when changing

gear. If you do not depress the clutch pedal far
enough, the clutch will slip, possibly damaging
the clutch discs.

Gearshift lever

<Manual transmission vehicles>

CAUTION

• Shifting from a forward gear to the reverse

gear or vice versa, should be done only after
the vehicle has come to a complete stop.
When backing up, always double check to
make sure that there is nothing in your path.

• When the gearshift lever is in the neutral

position, never keep your hand on the lever,
as a forward or backward pressure resulting
from this practice could cause malfunction
of the transmission.

• When shifting, fully depress the clutch pedal

and then operate the gearshift lever. Other­wise, damage to the transmission may
result.

Z10807

• The gear pattern is inscribed on the top of gear-

shift lever.

• When the gearshift lever is placed in the reverse

(R) position, the backup lamps light up and the
backup buzzer sounds simultaneously.

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Range selector lever

<Automatic transmission vehicles>
The range selector lever is used to select gear
ranges. Select lever positions carefully to ensure
proper engagement of each gear.

Button

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Shift lock
release knob

1 Using the range selector lever

: While depressing the brake pedal, push the

button and move the range selector lever.
The lever cannot be moved unless the

starter switch is in the “ON” position.
: Push the button and move the lever.
: Move the lever without pushing the button.

NOTE:

• Never push the button for the range selector

lever movements indicated by the black arrows
( ) in the illustration. With the button pressed,
the lever could unexpectedly slip into the “P”,
“R”, “3” or “2” position.

• For safety, the range selector lever cannot be

moved out of the “P” position unless the brake
pedal is depressed. Even with the brake pedal
depressed, the range selector lever cannot be
moved if the starter switch is in the “LOCK” posi­tion or “ACC” position.

If the range selector lever cannot be moved out of
the “P” position even with the starter switch in the
“ON” position and the brake pedal depressed, move
the range selector lever while pushing the shift lock
release knob.
This problem can be caused by an electrical fault,
so have an inspection carried out by an authorized
dealer.

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2 Ranges

P: Used when stationary, for example, when start-

ing or warming up the engine. The starter key
can be removed with the range selector lever in
this position.

R: For backing up. The backup lamps illuminate,

and a warning buzzer sounds.

N: The engine can be started with the lever in this

position, but it is safer to use the “P” position.

D: For normal driving. With the overdrive switch in

the “ON” position, gearshifts are made automati­cally using the 1st through 6th gears. With the
overdrive switch in the “OFF” position, gearshifts
are made automatically using the 1st through
4th gears.

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Z11853

3: Used when driving at low speeds or when pow-

erful engine braking is needed on a downhill
road. Gearshifts are made automatically
between the 1st through 3rd gears.

2: For driving on steep hills and through mud and

snow. This position provides the maximum
engine braking. Gearshifts take place automati­cally using the 1st and 2nd gears.

CAUTION

When driving downhill with the range selector
lever in the “3” or “2” position, use the service
brakes as necessary to prevent the acceptable
engine revolutions being exceeded and the
tachometer needle entering the red zone.

For extra convenience, a shift indicator in the meter
cluster shows the position of the range selector
lever.

CAUTION

Shifting from a forward gear to the reverse gear
or vice versa, should be done only after the
vehicle has come to a complete stop.
When backing up, always double check to make
sure that there is nothing in your path.

NOTE:
Control is implemented to accelerate warming-up of
the transmission when the weather is cold and the
temperature of the transmission fluid is low, and the
following conditions may occur as a result of this
action. Note that this control will be terminated
when the fluid reaches a suitable temperature.

• Difficulty may be experienced in making auto-

matic gear changes.

• If the fluid temperature is extremely low, the

transmission may remain fixed in 3rd gear when
the gearshift level is in the “D”, “3”, or “2” posi­tion. Reverse will however be possible in the “R”

position.
If the fluid temperature is high, control is imple­mented in order to protect the transmission, and this
may make it impossible to shift to 5th or 6th gear.
Once the temperature has dropped to a suitable
level, full functionality of the 6-speed automatic
transmission will be restored.
When travelling downhill, the incline and load condi­tions will be determined automatically, and where
necessary, the transmission will be automatically
shifted to the appropriate speed. As a result, down­shifting will be easier to perform on steeper inclines
and when carrying heavy loads.

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ONOFF

<Automatic transmission vehicle>
Overdrive can be switched on and off with the
switch located on the range selector lever.
When the switch is in the “OFF” position, an
indicator lamp illuminates.

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• Overdrive ON

Overdrive should be switched on as desired for nor­mal driving and always for high-speed driving. In the
“D” range, gear shifts are made automatically
between the 1st and 6th gears, and fuel consump­tion is minimized.
In cold weather, the transmission may not initially
make automatic shifts to the 5th and 6th gears
because of an excessively low fluid temperature.
This condition is normal and will be resolved as the
fluid temperature rises.

Overdrive switch

• Overdrive OFF

Overdrive should be switched off when engine brak­ing is needed on a downhill road or when driving
uphill for a long period. In the “D” range, gear shifts
are made automatically between the 1st and 4th
gears.

NOTE:
Even with the overdrive switch in the “OFF” posi­tion, the 5th and 6th gears will automatically be
selected if there is any risk of the engine overrev­ving.

Parking brake lever

WARNING

• Do not use the parking brake when driv-

ing except in an emergency, like if the ser­vice brakes have failed. Such use of the
parking brake may make the vehicle spin
or, at worst, roll over. It may also cause
faults in vehicle components.

• Illumination of the warning lamp does

not necessarily indicate that the parking
brake has been fully activated. Be sure to
pull the lever all the way.

5-18 Switches and controls

Z11856

Parking

The parking brake is activated when the parking
brake lever is fully pulled out. The warning lamp
lights up simultaneously.

Releasing

Raise the lever slightly, press the end button , and
lower the lever with the button still pressed. Make
sure that the warning lamp goes out.

• When parking, please bear in mind the cautions

in “Parking”, chapter 7. P. 7-12

CAUTION

• Before putting the vehicle in motion, com-

pletely release the parking brake lever and

check that the warning lamp is not illumi-

nated. If you accidentally drove the vehicle

with the parking brake applied, the parking

brake would wear prematurely and overheat,

leading to reduced effectiveness and the risk

of a fire.

• When parking your vehicle on a slope, block

the wheels with chocks for added safety.

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Z11858

Combination switch

1 Arrangement of switches

Lighting switch

Passing/dimmer switch

Turn signal switch

Exhaust brake switch <Manual transmission

vehicles>

Wiper and washer switch

2 Lighting switch

CAUTION

Keeping the headlamps on for a long period
without the engine running can drain the bat­tery, making the engine impossible to start.

The lighting switch can be used with the starter
switch in any position.
Turning the knob at the end of the lever controls the
illumination of lamps as follows:

5-19

Identification, clearance

and side marker,

parking, tail, license, and

meter illumination lamps

OFF

position

position

position

*: Illuminated by daytime running light system

NOTE:
Even when the vehicle is operated with the lighting
switch in the “OFF” or position, the daytime
running light system causes the low-beam head­lamps to be lit. (The headlamps are dimmer than
when activated using the lighting switch.) The
indicator lamp is also lit. When the parking brake is
applied or the engine is stopped, the headlamps
and the indicator lamp go off.

Off On*

On On*

On On

3 Passing signal/dimmer switch

Passing signal

Pulling the lever up activates the high beams until
the lever is released. Use this to flash a signal when
overtaking another vehicle.

Headlamps

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Z11861

Dimmer

With the headlamps illuminated, pushing the lever
down activates the headlamp high beams and pull­ing it back to the original position reactivates the low
beams. When the high beams are on, indicator
lamp lights up.

4 Turn signal lamp switch

Turn signal

Moving the lever forward or backward activates the
corresponding turn signal causing it to flash. At the
same time, the corresponding indicator lamp or

flashes.
When the steering wheel is returned to the neutral
position after a right or left turn, the switch automat­ically moves back to the neutral position and the
lamp stops flashing. After making a moderate turn,
however, the switch will sometimes not return auto­matically. In this case, put the switch in the neutral
position by hand.

Lane changer

Lightly pushing the lever forward or backward
causes the corresponding turn signal lamp to flash
while the lever is held in this position.

5-20 Switches and controls

5 Exhaust brake

WARNING

Using the exhaust brake on a wet, frozen,
snow-covered, or otherwise slippery road
surface when the vehicle is lightly loaded or
not loaded can cause the tires to slip on the
road surface, resulting in a skid. Do not use
the exhaust brake on slippery road surfaces.

The exhaust brake enhances engine braking. Use it
as an auxiliary braking means on downhill stretches
or during high-speed driving.
Exhaust brake usage differs between manual and
automatic transmission vehicles. See the instruc­tions below.

NOTE:
In a manual transmission vehicle, do not keep the
exhaust brake switch in the activation position at all
times. Frequent use of the exhaust brake reduces
fuel economy. Move the exhaust brake switch
between the activation and non-activation positions
as necessary according to road and traffic condi­tions.

Z10814

• Manual transmission vehicles

Pushing the lever forward activates the exhaust
brake. While the exhaust brake is activated, the
indicator lamp stays illuminated.

Deactivated
Activated

The exhaust brake will be temporarily disabled in
the following conditions. Full functionality will be
returned when the original conditions have been
restored.

• The accelerator pedal is depressed.

• The gearshift lever is positioned in neutral for 10

seconds or longer.

• The ABS is operating.

• Automatic transmission vehicles

The exhaust brake activates if the accelerator pedal
is released while the vehicle is in motion. The
indicator lamp illuminates when the exhaust brake
is functioning.
The exhaust brake will be temporarily disabled in
the following conditions. Full functionality will be
returned when the original conditions have been
restored.

• The accelerator pedal is depressed.

• The gearshift lever is moved to “P” or “N”.

• The temperature of the transmission fluid is

high.

• The vehicle speed has dropped to 10 km/h (6

mph) or lower.

• Gear shifting is being carried out.

• The ABS is operating.

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NOTE:
Do not place the range selector lever in the “P” posi­tion or “N” position while the vehicle is moving.
Doing so could cause the transmission to fail.

6 Wiper and washer switch

WARNING

In cold weather, warm the windshield with the
heater before operating the washer since
washer fluid could otherwise freeze onto the
windshield and obstruct your vision.

CAUTION

• Operating the wipers when the windshield is

dry damages the windshield glass. If the

glass is dry, be sure to squirt it with washer

fluid before operating the wipers.

• Do not operate the wipers when the rubber

parts of the wiper blades are frozen onto the

windshield or otherwise stuck to the wind-

shield. The wiper blades could get damaged,

and the wiper motor could fail.

• When the wipers are not used for a long

time, dust, sand, and other substances can

collect between the wiper blades and wind-

shield. Clean the wipers before using them.

Otherwise, the windshield may get

scratched.

• Operating the washer continuously for more

than 20 seconds or when there is no fluid in

the reservoir could burn out the washer

motor.

LO

INT

HI

OFF

• Rotating the grip at the end of the lever activates

the windshield wipers in one of the following

three modes:

INT: Wipers operate intermittently at 3 to 5 sec-

ond intervals.
LO: Wipers operate at a slow speed.
HI: Wipers operate at a rapid speed.

Replace the wiper blades if they start to work inef­fectively. P. 12-63

Z10723

CAUTION

Wiper blade rubber can deteriorate over time,
causing the wipers to work ineffectively and
possibly causing the windshield to be
scratched.

• To activate the windshield washer, pull the lever

front.

• Refill the washer fluid reservoir before it is

empty. P. 12-64

5-22 Switches and controls

Hazard warning lamp switch

CAUTION

The battery may be discharged and the engine
impossible to restart if the hazard warning
lamps are operated for an extended period of
time.

The hazard warning lamps may be used as a warn­ing to other vehicles when you suddenly find it nec­essary to stop your vehicle in emergencies.
The lamps can flash in any of the starter switch
positions.
Pressing switch causes all turn signal lamps to flash
simultaneously. At the same time, indicator lamps

start flashing.
Pressing the switch again causes the lamps to go
out.

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Bright

Dim

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Z11867

Rheostat control switch

Use the rheostat control switch to adjust the bright­ness of the meter cluster illumination lamps.
With the meter cluster lamps on, press and hold
either side of the switch to set the lamps to your
desired brightness, then release the switch.

NOTE:
The lamps can be brightened and dimmed only
within a fixed range. Pressing the rheostat control
switch after the lamps have brightened or dimmed
to the limit will have no effect.

Van body dome light switch

<Vehicles other than Crew-cab models>
This switch operates the lighting inside the van
body. With the starter switch in the “ON” position,
operate the van body dome light switch to turn the
van body interior lighting on or off. An indicator light
comes on in the switch when it is in the “ON” posi­tion.

CAUTION

Leaving the van body interior lighting on for an
extended period without the engine running can
drain the battery.

Z11868

5-23

Rearview mirrors

The mirror stay can be swung manually in the direc­tion indicated by the arrow.
Swing the stay to the inward position if the mirror is
obstructing free movement of the vehicle, for exam­ple, when turning a tight corner, passing an oncom­ing vehicle or parking in a narrow place.

WARNING

• During normal driving, the mirrors must be

in their outward positions and adjusted so
that clear rear views may be obtained
through them.

• When turning right or left, bear in mind the

difference in tracking of the front and rear
inner wheels, and use the rearview mirrors
to confirm safety behind you.

• Pay attention to the extended rearview

mirrors when driving on narrow roads.
Take particular care to ensure that they do
not hit pedestrians.

• If rainy weather, drops of water can adhere

to the mirrors, detracting from rearward
visibility.
Stop the vehicle and wipe off the water to
restore visibility.

Z13628

Mirror heater switch

When the mirrors are misted up, turn ON the switch
to activate the mirror heaters. The lamp in the
switch will illuminate at this time. Turn OFF the
switch when the mirrors are clear.

CAUTION

Do not use the mirror heaters unless the engine
is running. Otherwise, the battery may become
drained, making it impossible to start the
engine.

6-1

6. Instruments and warning lamps

Arrangement of instruments and warning lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2

Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2

Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2

Water temperature gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3

Fuel gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4

Warning/indicator lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5

6-2 Instruments and warning lamps

Arrangement of instruments and

warning lamps

Speedometer

Tachometer

Water temperature gauge

Fuel gauge

Warning/indicator lamps

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Speedometer

1 Speedometer

The speedometer indicates vehicle speed in miles
or kilometers per hour.

Odometer/Tripmeter

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Z08790

Z13659

2 Odometer/tripmeter

With the starter switch in the “ON” position, either
“ODO” (for “odometer”) or “TRIP” (for “tripmeter”) is
displayed. The display toggles between “ODO” and
“TRIP” each time the trip knob pressed.

• ODO (odometer)

The total distance covered by the vehicle is shown
to the nearest mile.

• TRIP (tripmeter)

The distance covered by the vehicle from a selected
point to its present location is shown to the nearest

0.1 mile.
The tripmeter has two indications: TRIP “A” and
TRIP “B”, which can be set and displayed indepen­dently of each other.
To zero the current indication, press the trip knob for
approximately 1 second or longer. The indication
will return to “0.0”.

Tachometer

• The tachometer indicates engine speed in revo-

lutions per minute.

• If the needle enters the red zone , the engine

is overrevved. Reduce the vehicle speed suffi-

ciently during downhill driving or downshifting to

keep the needle from entering this zone.

P. 7 -9

6-3

CAUTION

The term “overrev” refers to rotation of the
engine at an RPM exceeding the maximum limit.
This occurs when the engine is driven by the
wheels during downhill driving or downshifting.
Persistent overrevving can lead to an engine
breakdown.

<Manual transmission vehicles>

<Automatic transmission vehicles>

Water temperature gauge

This gauge indicates the temperature of the engine
coolant.
With the engine running normally, the needle should
be in the center of the scale.
If the needle enters the red zone , the engine has
overheated. The warning lamp will illuminate at
this time. In this event, pull off the road as soon as
you can safely do so then let the engine cool down
by running it at a speed slightly higher than its idling
speed. If the vehicle has an air conditioner, switch it
off.

When the gauge needle comes down to approxi­mately the center of the scale, stop the engine and
perform the checks and corrective steps described
on this reference page: P. 13-7

CAUTION

Z12503

Be sure to stop the engine only after letting it
run at a speed slightly above the idling RPM
until the coolant cools down. Turning off the
engine immediately after stopping will cause the
coolant temperature to rise quickly and may
cause the engine to seize up.

6-4 Instruments and warning lamps

<Manual transmission vehicles>

<Automatic transmission vehicles>

Fuel gauge

The fuel gauge indicates the amount of fuel still
remaining in the fuel tank.

F: Full
E: Empty

When the needle approaches the “E” mark, refuel
as soon as possible.
If the vehicle completely runs out of fuel, air must be
bled out of the fuel system. P. 13-23

Z12504

Warning/indicator lamps

<Automatic
transmission
shift indicator>

6-5

Z12472

The illustration shows the standard arrangement of
the warning and indicator lamps. Some lamps
shown here, however, may not be installed on your
vehicle.
Illumination of certain warning lamps is accompa­nied by sounding of a buzzer. If the parking brake is
applied, the buzzer will stop.

CAUTION

The red warning lamps, if illuminated, warn you
of vehicle component failures and possible dan­ger of accident. Never drive the vehicle while a
red warning lamp is illuminated. If any of them
light up, stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to
do so and make checks for locating the cause. If
necessary, have your vehicle repaired by an
authorized dealer.

NOTE:
The red warning lamps may also come on if the
engine is started when the battery’s performance
has decreased. In this event, either charge the bat­tery or replace the battery with a new one.

6-6 Instruments and warning lamps

Lamp

symbol

Warning/indicator lamp If illuminated Ref. page

Turn signal indicator lamp Turn signals activated 5-19

Headlamp high beam indicator lamp Headlamp high beams illuminated 5-19

Exhaust brake indicator lamp

Engine preheat indicator lamp Engine being preheated 5-8

Vacuum pressure warning lamp
<Other than FE85>

Brake warning lamp

Charge warning lamp Problem in battery charging system 6-9

Engine oil pressure warning lamp Excessively low engine oil pressure 6-9

Cab lock warning lamp <Vehicles
other than Crew-cab models>

Exhaust brake activated warm-up system
in operation

Excessively low vacuum in vacuum tank 6-8

Brake fluid at an excessively low level, too
low power steering fluid pressure on FE85
(*) or parking brake activated

Cab tilted or not locked down 12-8

5-4,

5-11,

5-20

6-8

LOW range indicator lamp <FG> Transfer LOW range gear selected 8-3

Automatic transmission fluid tempera­ture warning lamp
<Automatic transmission vehicles>

Fuel filter warning lamp Excessive water in fuel filter 6-10

Disc brake warning lamp Disc brake pad worn 6-10

(Green) Engine oil level warning lamp Engine oil level normal

(Amber) Engine oil level warning lamp Low engine oil level

(Red) Engine control warning lamp

(Amber) Engine control warning lamp

4WD indicator lamp <FG> Four-wheel drive (4WD) mode selected 8-3

ABS warning lamp Fault in antilock braking system (ABS) 6-11

Automatic transmission warning lamp
<Automatic transmission vehicles>

Daytime running light indicator lamp

Automatic transmission fluid excessively
hot

Fault in electronic control circuitry of fuel
injection system

Fault in electronic control circuitry of fuel
injection system (functionality reduced)

Fault in automatic transmission electronic
control system

Headlamps (low-beam) illuminated by day­time running light system

6-10

12-19

6-11

6-12

5-19

6-7

Lamp

symbol

Engine overheating warning lamp Engine overheating 6-12

NOTE:
Illumination of any warning lamp marked (*) is accompanied by sounding of a buzzer.

The warning lamps shown below come on when the starter switch is turned from the “ACC” position to the
“ON” position but almost immediately go off.

Lamp

symbol

Brake warning lamp

Vacuum pressure warning lamp
<Other than FE85>

Charge warning lamp Goes off when engine is started.

Engine oil pressure warning lamp Goes off when engine is started.

(Red) Engine control warning lamp

(Amber) Engine control warning lamp

Warning/indicator lamp If illuminated Ref. page

Warning lamp Operation

Goes off when engine is started (except if park­ing brake lever is pulled). <FE85>

Goes off when engine is started.

Goes off when engine is started.

Automatic transmission warning lamp
<Automatic transmission vehicles>

Automatic transmission fluid temperature
warning lamp
<Automatic transmission vehicles>

Disc brake warning lamp
<Vehicles with disc brakes>

ABS warning lamp

Goes off a few seconds after starter switch is
turned to “ON” position.

Goes off a few seconds after starter switch is
turned to “ON” position.

Goes off a few seconds after starter switch is
turned to “ON” position.

Goes off a few seconds after starter switch is
turned to “ON” position.

6-8 Instruments and warning lamps

1 Low vacuum warning lamp

<Other than FE85>

WARNING

Braking is dangerously sluggish when the
vacuum warning lamp is illuminated. For
safety, never drive with the vehicle in this
condition.

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This lamp illuminates when the starter switch is
turned to the “ON” position. As long as the lamp
goes out when the engine is started, the vehicle
may be driven. If illuminated while the engine is run­ning, this lamp signals that the vacuum level in the
brake vacuum tank has dropped below the safe
limit.
This lamp, when illuminated, signals that the vac­uum level in the brake vacuum tank has dropped
below the safe limit.
Since braking becomes sluggish under this condi­tion, depress the brake pedal with full force to slow
down the vehicle, then pull off the road as soon as it
is safe to do so, and perform the following checks:

1. Let the engine run at intermediate RPM until the

warning lamp goes out.

2. Check piping and its connections for vacuum

leaks.

3. If the lamp does not go out or comes on again

soon after it has gone out, the vacuum system is

defective and must be repaired. Call an autho-

rized dealer.

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2 Brake warning lamp

WARNING

If the brake warning lamp comes on owing to
an excessively low level of brake fluid (or low
power steering fluid pressure on FE85), the
brakes will not be fully effective and driving
will thus be dangerous. Do not drive the vehi­cle in this condition.

This lamp lights up when the parking brake lever is
pulled, when the brake fluid level drops below the
safe limit, or when the power steering fluid pressure
is too low on FE85. When the power steering fluid
pressure is too low on FE85, illumination of the
lamp is accompanied by sounding of a buzzer. The
buzzer stops when the parking brake is applied.
Should the lamp remain illuminated even after the
parking brake lever has been released or light up
during driving, pull off the road as soon as it is safe
to do so, and perform the checks below.

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With the starter switch in the “ON” position and the
engine not running, the warning lamp will stay on
even if the parking brake lever is released. The
lamp will go out if the engine is started.

1. Check the brake fluid level.
Replenish the reservoir if the level is too low.

P. 12-28

2. Pump the brake pedal several times to make
sure that the fluid level does not drop.

3. If the fluid level drops, it indicates fluid leakage.
Call an authorized dealer.

4. If the warning lamp lights and the buzzer sounds
on FE85, never continue driving. Call an autho­rized dealer.

3 Charge warning lamp

The charge warning lamp lights up when the starter
switch is turned to the “ON” position and goes out
as soon as the alternator starts charging the battery
after the engine has turned over.
The lamp also lights up if a problem occurs in the
battery charging system while the engine is running.
If this occurs, pull off the road as soon as it is safe to
do so, and perform the following checks.

1. Check for a broken V-belt. Also check belt ten­sion. P. 12-46

2. Check for a blown high-current fuse in the bat­tery charging circuit. If blown, replace with a new
one. P. 13-12

3. If both the above checks have turned out nor­mal, the problem is probably in the battery
charging system. Call an authorized dealer.

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4 Engine oil pressure warning lamp

The engine oil pressure/level warning lamp lights up
when the starter switch is turned to the “ON” posi­tion and goes out as soon as the engine is turned
over. If the lamp lights up while the engine is run­ning, the cause may be an excessively low engine
oil pressure. Pull off the road as soon as it is safe to
do so, and perform the following checks.

1. Check the engine oil level. Add if insufficient.

P. 12-18

2. Check various parts of the engine for any sign of
oil leaks.

3. If the oil level is normal and there are no oil
leaks, the problem is in the lubrication system.
Call an authorized dealer.

NOTE:
When it is cold, the engine oil’s viscosity is relatively
high and this may cause the warning lamp to stay
illuminated for a while even after the engine has
started. This is a normal condition.

CAUTION

Never continue driving with the lamp illumi­nated. The engine could seize up.

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5 Automatic transmission fluid tempera-

ture warning lamp

<Automatic transmission vehicles>
This lamp comes on when the starter key is turned
to “ON”. It should go out in a few seconds.

• This lamp illuminates if the automatic transmis-

sion fluid becomes excessively hot.
If the lamp illuminates while the vehicle is in
motion, pull over at the nearest safe place, put
the range selector lever in the “P” position, and
run the engine at slightly higher than idling
speed.

• If the warning lamp goes out, it is safe to con-

tinue driving. If the lamp stays on or comes on
intermittently, there may be a fault in the cooling
fan (located on the left-hand side of the vehicle)
or fluid leak. Have the vehicle checked by an
authorized dealer.

6 Fuel filter warning lamp

If this lamp is illuminated, water is present in the fuel
filter in an amount exceeding the limit. Pull off the
road as soon as it is safe to do so and drain the fuel
filter of water. P. 12-38
If the warning lamp does not go out or lights up fre­quently, have the vehicle checked by an authorized
dealer.

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CAUTION

Never continue driving with the lamp illumi­nated as engine malfunction or fuel injection
system failure could result.

7 Disc brake warning lamp

<Vehicles with disc brakes>
This lamp comes on when the starter key is turned
to “ON”. It should go out in a few seconds.
This lamp illuminates if the disc brake pads become
worn beyond the safe limit and shows that the pads
must be replaced by an authorized dealer.

WARNING

When the disc brake warning lamp is illumi­nated, the brakes are dangerously ineffective
and could cause an accident.

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8 Engine control warning lamp

This lamp comes on when the starter key is turned
to “ON”. It should go out when the engine starts.

8.1 Illumination of red lamp

Illumination of the red engine control warning lamp
indicates a fault in the electronic control circuitry of
the fuel injection system. The engine output may be
limited depending on the location of the fault.
If the lamp illuminates, place the starter switch in
“ACC” or “LOCK” position for 5 seconds or longer to
reset the computer and then restart the engine. If
the lamp stays off, there is no problem. If the lamp
illuminates again, stop the engine and contact the
nearest authorized dealer.

8.2 Illumination of amber lamp

Illumination of the amber engine control warning
lamp indicates a fault in the electronic control cir­cuitry of the fuel injection system that has caused
the system’s functionality to decrease. If the lamp
illuminates, place the starter switch in “ACC” or
“LOCK” position for 5 seconds or longer to reset the
computer and then restart the engine. If the lamp
stays off, there is no problem. If the lamp illuminates
again, have your vehicle inspected at an authorized
dealer in the earliest opportunity.

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9 ABS warning lamp

This lamp comes on when the starter key is turned
to “ON”. It should go out a few seconds later. If the
lamp comes on again, this indicates there is a mal­function in the antilock braking system (ABS).
Should this lamp illuminate during driving, stop the
vehicle in a safe place and perform the following
inspection.

1. Turn the starter key to the “OFF” position and
then to the “ON” position again.

2. Determine the system condition as follows:

• The system is normal if the warning lamp goes

out a few seconds later.

• The system is faulty if the warning lamp stays on

for longer than a few seconds or it goes off but
comes on again.

• The system is normal if the warning lamp goes

off in a few seconds after the starter key is
turned to “ON”. The system is also normal if the
warning lamp does not go off a few seconds but
then goes off as soon as the vehicle is started.

3. If the system is found to be faulty, have the sys­tem repaired by an authorized dealer as soon as
possible.

NOTE:
Even with the ABS faulty and the warning lamp
remaining lit, the normal brake system is still func­tioning satisfactorily. Only the ABS function is lost.
Drive with great care on slippery surfaces with the
vehicle in this condition.

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10 Automatic transmission warning lamp

<Automatic transmission vehicle>
This lamp comes on when the starter key is turned
to “ON”. It should go out in a few seconds.
The illumination of this lamp indicates a fault in the
automatic transmission electronic control system. If
the lamp illuminates, stop the vehicle in a safe
place, turn the starter key to the “ACC” position to
stop the engine, then start the engine again. In cer­tain circumstances, the on-board computer may
reset itself, allowing normal operation to continue.
If the fault does not rectify itself or the warning lamp
signals abnormal condition again soon later, have
an authorized dealer carry out a check.
Even with the electronic control system malfunction­ing, the vehicle can be driven in a “limp-in” mode
whereby gearshifts will be made per the table
below.

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Range
selector
position

PPark Park

R Reverse Reverse

N Neutral Neutral

D

3 1st ↔ 3rd only

2 1st ↔ 2nd only

Limp-in mode

gearshift

At high

speeds, fixed

to 5th.

At low speeds,

fixed to 3rd.

After once

stopped, fixed

to 3rd.

Normal gearshift

1st

↔ 2nd ↔ 3rd

↔ 4th ↔ 5th

↔ 6th

11 Engine overheating warning lamp

This lamp illuminates if the engine overheats. With
the engine overheated, the needle in the coolant
temperature gauge is in the red zone.
Promptly stop the vehicle, then run the engine at a
speed slightly higher than the idling speed until the
coolant has cooled down. Also, take other steps
that are necessary following overheating of the
engine. P. 13-7

WARNING

Driving with an overheated engine can dam­age the engine or even cause a fire.

CAUTION

Be sure to stop the engine only after letting it
run at a speed slightly above the idling RPM
until the coolant cools down. Turning off the
engine immediately after stopping will cause the
coolant temperature to rise quickly and may
cause the engine to seize up.

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7. Starting and driving

Precautions when setting the vehicle in motion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2

Precautions for driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-3

Tips for improving fuel economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-6

Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7

Antilock braking system (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7

On uphill and downhill roads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-9

On rough roads and in bad weather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-11

Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-12

Vehicles with limited slip differential . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-13

Loading cargo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-15

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Precautions when setting the

vehicle in motion

• Do not carry containers of fuel or spray cans in

the cabin.

WARNING

Carrying fuel in the cabin is extremely dan­gerous because an increase in the cabin tem­perature could cause fuel vapor to catch fire
or cause the container to rupture.

• Do not attach any decorative panels or similar

items to the windshield.

WARNING

Attaching a decorative panel or similar item
to the windshield could impede driving and
visibility. In addition, any suction cup on
such an item could cause a fire by acting as a
lens.

• Check the immediate area around the vehicle,

using mirrors as necessary: there should be no
persons or obstacles under, in front of, on either
side, or behind the vehicle. Be particularly care­ful when backing up.
If you wish to back up but cannot confirm safety
behind the vehicle using the mirrors, get out of
the vehicle and perform the check.

• Check that none of the red warning lamps are

illuminated. The warning lamp will go out
when the parking brake is released.

• Fully release the parking brake.

• Set manual transmission vehicles in motion

slowly. When pulling away, avoid racing the
engine and suddenly engaging the clutch. Sud­den starts place undue strain on the vehicle and
should be avoided. Also, avoid slipping the
clutch for extended periods since this can dam­age it.

• In an automatic transmission vehicle, depress

the brake pedal and move the range selector
lever out of the “P” position. The range selector
lever cannot be moved unless the brake pedal is
depressed. If the engine’s idling speed is too
high, selecting the “D” or “R” ranges may make
the vehicle lurch. Normalize the engine’s idling
speed before pulling away.

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7-3

Precautions for driving

Observe the following precautions while driving.
Should you notice anything unusual about the vehi­cle, immediately stop the vehicle and inspect the
relevant sections to find the cause of the trouble. If
you are unable to identify the cause of the trouble or
unable to do the repairs yourself, call your nearest
authorized dealer.

• Do not stop the engine while the vehicle is mov-

ing.

WARNING

Never place the starter switch in any position
other than the “ON” position while operating
the vehicle.
If you turn the starter switch to the “ACC”
position, the engine will stop. This is danger­ous.
If the engine stops during driving:

• The braking force reduces extremely.

• The power steering system becomes inop-

erative, rendering steering dangerously
sluggish.

• The electrical circuits of the warning

lamps, meters, etc. become inoperative,
causing electric components to malfunc-

tion.
Removing the starter key causes the steering
wheel to lock, making it impossible to steer
the vehicle.

• Should the engine stall while the vehicle is in

motion, do not panic. Simply depress the brake
pedal to slow the vehicle, and pull off the road
as soon as it is safe to do so.

• If a red warning lamp comes on, the buzzer

sounds, or the vehicle behaves abnormally, stop
the vehicle in the nearest safe place and investi­gate the cause. P. 6-5
If you cannot identify the cause or cannot rectify
the problem, contact an authorized dealer.

• Avoid making sharp turns and braking hard

except in emergencies. Doing so during high­speed driving could cause the vehicle to tip over.

• If you notice a strange noise, vibration, or smell,

or if steering or braking feels unusual, pull the
vehicle off the road as soon as it is safe to do so
and check for the source of the trouble. If you
cannot determine the cause of the problem and/
or cannot rectify it, contact the nearest autho­rized dealer.

• When driving on narrow streets or when making

a turn, keep in mind that the tracking of the front
and rear inner wheels is different, and also
make sure of rearward safety using the rearview
mirrors.

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• Remember that the mirrors protrude from the

vehicle body. Be careful not to hit pedestrians
and obstructions with the mirrors when driving
on narrow roads.
Looking at the mirrors while driving causes your
line of vision to move significantly. Be sure to
keep paying attention to safety ahead of the
vehicle.

• Do not keep the steering wheel turned fully to

either side for more than 10 seconds. Doing so
could cause the power steering system to mal­function.

• Do not try to forcefully turn the steering wheel

when the front wheels are stuck against a curb­stone or other object. Doing so could cause the
steering gearbox to fail.

• Continuous high-speed driving burdens the

engine and other vehicle parts. Allow yourself
enough time that you do not need to push the
vehicle too hard.

• Perform your pre-operation checks with particu-

lar care when you expect to drive at high
speeds.
When continuously driving at high speeds, your
sense of speed may become dull. Pay constant
attention to your speed, and maintain an ade­quate distance from the preceding vehicle.

• If a tire bursts or gets punctured while you are

driving at high speed, do not panic. Keep a firm
grip on the steering wheel and gradually reduce
your speed. Stop the vehicle in the nearest safe
place. Do not brake sharply. Braking sharply
would be dangerous because the steering wheel
would be pulled to one side with great force.

• When driving at high speeds in the rain, it some-

times happens that the tires ride on a film of
water and lose contact with the road surface.
This is known as “hydroplaning”. If this should
happen, you will lose control of both steering
and braking. Therefore, be sure to maintain
moderate speeds on rainy days.
Hydroplaning can easily occur if tire tread is
worn to the point where the tread pattern is very
shallow.

• Using the exhaust brake on a wet, frozen, snow-

covered, or otherwise slippery road surface
when the vehicle is lightly loaded or not loaded
can cause the tires to slip on the road surface,
resulting in a skid. Do not use the exhaust brake
on slippery road surfaces.

• Do not use a mobile telephone while driving. If

you wish to use a mobile telephone, first stop
the vehicle in a safe place. Using a mobile tele­phone while driving could distract your attention
from the vehicle and from the road ahead,
resulting in an accident.

• Operate the radio and other items of equipment

in the cab when the vehicle is stationary. It is
dangerous to operate such items of equipment
or use a carphone (other than a hands-free
type) while driving.

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• Do not allow a child to touch the driver’s controls

and other equipment. A child’s interference
could cause a fault or accident.

1 When driving a manual transmission

vehicle

Avoid slipping the clutch excessively. Partially

•

depressing the clutch pedal while the vehicle is
in motion causes the clutch to slip and shortens
the service life of the clutch.

• Avoid suddenly releasing the clutch pedal since

this places undue stress on the vehicle and
shortens the service life of the clutch.

• Do not operate the vehicle with the clutch disen-

gaged or the gearshift lever in neutral.
Doing so will render the engine braking and
exhaust brake features ineffective, forcing you
to rely only on the service brakes and overusing
them in the process.

• Before shifting down, wait for the tachometer

needle to drop below 2,000 rpm. Not shifting
down in this manner could cause the engine to
overrev.

CAUTION

“Overrev” refers to an operating state of the
engine in which it rotates at an RPM higher than
the recommended maximum RPM. Overrevving
the engine could lead to an engine failure.

2 When driving an automatic transmis-

sion vehicle

For normal driving, select the “D” range and use

•

the overdrive switch depending on conditions.

P. 5-17
It is possible to pull away using the range selec­tor lever in the same way as a manual gearshift
lever, starting in “2”, then upshifting through “3”
to “D”.

• Do not push the range selector lever into the “N”

or “P” position while the vehicle is in motion.
This would make engine braking and exhaust
braking impossible and force you to overuse the
service brakes. It could also damage the trans­mission.

• When the vehicle is driving fast, shifting down

will be prohibited by a safety device. In such
cases, depress the brake pedal and reduce the
vehicle speed.

• If you stop the vehicle momentarily, for example,

at a red light, keep the brake pedal firmly
depressed. If you must wait for longer than
expected, select the “N” or “P” range and pull
the parking brake lever.

• If you stop temporarily when driving uphill,

depress the brake pedal and pull the parking
brake lever. Do not attempt to stop the vehicle
from rolling backwards with the accelerator
pedal.

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Tips for improving fuel economy

Observe the following precautions to achieve maxi­mum fuel economy and to extend tire life.

• Continue warming up the engine only to the

point at which the water temperature gauge
needle begins to move.

• Avoid racing the engine as doing so not only

wastes fuel but also harms the engine.

• Avoid sudden starts, sudden acceleration, and

sudden braking.

• When accelerating, do not wind the engine out

before changing gears; instead, change gears
before engine speed reaches a high RPM.

• Fuel consumption can be minimized by keeping

the tachometer needle in the 1,500 to 2,000 rpm
range.

• With an automatic vehicle, fuel consumption can

be further minimized by setting the overdrive
switch to ON.

• Try to drive at moderate and constant speeds.

Unnecessary acceleration and deceleration
causes fuel waste.

• In a manual transmission vehicle, do not keep

the exhaust brake switch in the activation posi­tion at all times. Frequent use of the exhaust
brake reduces fuel economy. Move the exhaust
brake switch between the activation and non­activation positions as necessary for road and
traffic conditions.

• Always keep the air pressure in tires correctly

adjusted.

• Try to load cargo in a way that minimizes wind

resistance. P. 7-15

• Be sure to perform the pre-operational checks

and periodic inspections.

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Braking

When driving downhill, use engine braking as well
as exhaust braking in combination with the foot
brake. P. 7-9

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WARNING

• When warning lamps and/or

light up, immediately stop the vehicle and
perform necessary checks. P. 6-6

• Using the exhaust brake on a wet, frozen,

snow-covered, or otherwise slippery road
surface when the vehicle is lightly loaded
or not loaded can cause the tires to slip on
the road surface, resulting in a skid. Do
not use the exhaust brake on slippery road
surfaces.

• Sudden braking will wear down tires and

could cause malfunctions in other sec­tions of the vehicle. Avoid sudden braking
except in emergencies.
Sudden braking could also result in an
injury due to shocks.

1. Use engine braking and exhaust brake to decel­erate sufficiently before applying the brakes.

2. Depressing the brake pedal in two or three
stages contributes to stable braking.
Remember that the braking distance varies with
vehicle speed, load weight, and road conditions.

NOTE:
Engine braking is a braking effect realized when the
accelerator pedal is released during vehicle opera­tion. The lower the transmission gear, the more
powerful the engine braking.

Antilock braking system (ABS)

The ABS operates automatically without need for
any manual control. However, you are requested to
read the following instructions and precautions to
ensure safe driving with your ABS-equipped vehi­cle.

WARNING

Even the ABS cannot remove limitations on
the vehicle’s running and braking perfor­mance. It is your responsibility to judge road
and other conditions properly and drive
safely on slippery surfaces.

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NOTE:
When driving on slippery surfaces, activating the
brakes could lock the wheels and the vehicle is very
likely to lose directional control due to resulting
skids. The ABS minimizes such wheel locking by
electronically controlling the braking force of each
wheel.

• If the warning lamp illuminates during driv-

ing, it indicates that the ABS is faulty. The ABS
function will then be completely lost but normal
brake system will still function properly.

P. 6 -11

• On slippery surfaces, the braking distance for

vehicles with an ABS is generally shorter than
that for vehicles without it. This difference, how­ever, varies with road surface conditions. It is
always important to maintain sufficient distance
from the vehicle ahead regardless of whether
your vehicle is equipped with an ABS or not.
Also, the braking distance of an ABS-equipped
vehicle on gravel or heavily snow-covered roads
may be longer than that for a vehicle without an
ABS. On these roads, therefore, be sure to drive
at reduced speeds. Also, avoid sudden maneu­vering or braking on such roads to prevent colli­sion with the vehicle behind you.

• Slight vibration will be felt on the vehicle body

and brake pedal when the ABS is in operation.
Also, the sound of motor operation may be
heard. These indicate the ABS is operating nor­mally and do not indicate any abnormal condi­tion. Keep fully depressing the brake pedal.

• When the ABS starts functioning after sudden

braking, the steering wheel may be pulled
slightly to one side because of braking power
distribution control made by the system. Espe­cially in a condition where the traction is different
between the right and left wheels (on a road
covered by ice on one side and not on the other
side, for example), you may need to correct
direction with the steering wheel.

• The ABS cannot prevent the vehicle from over-

turning on a slippery surface that could result
from excessive speed being used in sharp turns.
Avoid driving at too high a speed or in a way
which requires quick operation of the steering
wheel.

• There is likelihood of skidding due to the effect

of engine braking on slippery surfaces when the
vehicle carries little or no load. In such a situa­tion, it is recommended to depress the clutch
pedal first and then the brake pedal.

• If cargo is loaded only on the back half of the

cargo bed, the rear wheel brakes must share an
extremely large burden during braking to pre­vent the front wheels from locking. On a snow­covered or otherwise slippery, long downslope,
use engine/exhaust braking and minimize use of
the service brakes.

• The exhaust brake, if activated, is released tem-

porarily when the ABS comes into function.

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WARNING

If the tires slip when driving around a slip­pery curve or over a gap with the exhaust
brake working, the ABS will start functioning
and the exhaust brake will be temporarily
deactivated. Always slow down before enter­ing a curve.

• Before you install a radio transmitter/receiver

equipment or tires of a size different from the
original ones, be sure to consult an authorized
dealer.

• Even if the ABS system fails and the warn-

ing lamp illuminates, the normal brakes still work
properly. You must, however, drive very carefully
on slippery roads. P. 6-11

On uphill and downhill roads

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1 Uphill roads

Downshift early when the speed begins to drop

•

to minimize the load on the engine.

• With an automatic transmission vehicle, down-

shifting can be performed either with the range
selector lever or by depressing the accelerator
pedal hard. If you depress the accelerator pedal
to maintain a constant speed when driving
uphill, the transmission may shift down and the
engine speed increase.

2 Downhill roads

If you are going to drive down a steep road or a

•

road with a long downhill grade, test the service
brakes and exhaust brake in advance to make
sure that they are functioning well.

• Place the vehicle in the gear used when driving

uphill and use engine braking and exhaust
brake to help slow the vehicle. Never drive
downhill at high speeds.

• If your vehicle is equipped with an automatic

transmission, leaving the range selector lever in
the “D” position will result in insufficient engine
braking, causing the vehicle to speed up too
much. Set the overdrive switch to OFF and add
engine braking by shifting down to “3” or “2”
depending on the steepness of the slope. Use
the service brakes to prevent the vehicle speed­ing up excessively when the range selector
lever is in the “3” or “2” position.

• On slippery roads, avoid sudden engine braking

since this could cause a skid.

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• Never coast downhill with the gearshift lever in

neutral (manual transmission vehicles) or the
range selector lever in the “N” position (auto­matic transmission vehicles). Doing so makes
both engine braking and exhaust brake inopera­tive, which in turn excessively burdens the ser­vice brakes. This also causes the brakes to
overheat and the brake linings to wear out pre­maturely.
In an automatic transmission vehicle, this can
also cause damage to the transmission.

• Avoid overusing the service brakes as the

resultant overheating could cause undesirable
vapor lock and fading, both of which contribute
to poor braking.

NOTE:

• “Vapor lock” refers to the condition in which the

brake system overheats, causing the brake fluid
to boil and form bubbles that weaken hydraulic
pressure, resulting in poor braking.

• “Fading” refers to the condition in which the

brake linings or brake pads overheat to the point
where friction is significantly reduced. This also
results in poor braking.

WARNING

Except in an emergency, never apply the
parking brake while the vehicle is moving
since the vehicle could spin and/or overturn.

• First decelerate the engine sufficiently before

downshifting.
Downshifting more than two gears at a time or
downshifting at a high engine speed could
cause the engine to overrev.
Decelerate, as a rule, to roughly 2,000 rpm
before downshifting, and pay attention not to let
the needle enter the red zone during driving.
In an automatic transmission vehicle, shifting
down will be prohibited by a safety device if the
vehicle is driving fast. In such cases, depress
the brake pedal and reduce the vehicle speed.

NOTE:
“Overrev” refers to an operating state of the engine
in which it rotates at an RPM higher than the recom­mended maximum RPM. Overrevving the engine
could lead to an engine failure.

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7-11

On rough roads and in bad weather

• Use a low gear and try to drive at a constant

speed when driving on gravel roads or muddy
roads.

• Do not race the engine when attempting to

move out of mud. Racing the engine is useless
and even worsens the condition as the spinning
wheels will make ruts deeper. Instead, place
thick waste cloth, gravel or the like under tires,
and engage the 1st and reverse gears alter­nately or, in an automatic transmission vehicle,
shift the range selector lever into the “D” and “R”
positions alternately to move the vehicle back
and forth until you can drive out.

CAUTION

Do not operate an automatic transmission in
this way for more than 5 minutes since it causes
the transmission oil to heat up rapidly.

• Drive very slowly on bumpy roads and take care

not to allow the undercarriage to bottom out.
If the muffler strikes a rock or other obstacle, its
catalyst or other internal elements may be dam­aged. Have it checked by an authorized dealer.

• Avoid sudden steering and sudden braking on

roads which are slippery from rain. Conditions
are especially dangerous just after it begins to
rain. Use engine braking and the exhaust brake
together with the wheel brakes to decelerate.
Note, however, that sudden engine braking can
cause a skid. Drive at a speed at which you can
stay comfortably in control of the vehicle.

• When the vehicle is driven through puddles or

washed with water, braking performance can be
reduced by water entering the brake drums or
splashed over the brake discs. In this event,
drive slowly with light pressure on the brake
pedal to dry out the brakes. Pay attention to
nearby vehicles while doing so.

• If you cannot avoid driving the vehicle into water

(for example, when the road is covered with
water because of torrential rain), first check the
depth of the water. If water gets into the engine,
it can cause engine damage. After driving
through water, check whether water has entered
the high-current fuse box. If water has entered
the high-current fuse box, remove the water and
have the vehicle inspected by an authorized
dealer. Water in the high-current fuse box could
cause a short circuit that results in a fire.

• In fog, drive carefully at low speeds, paying

attention to the center line and the vehicle
ahead of you.

• When driving in snow or on frozen roads, use

tire chains or snow tires and drive at a moderate
speed. Avoid sudden braking and sharp turns.

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Z01422

Parking

WARNING

• Park the vehicle on the flattest available

surface.
Avoid parking on slopes.
When you cannot avoid parking on a
slope, apply chocks to the wheels. You
can further improve safety by leaving the
steering wheel turned so the vehicle will
roll toward an obstacle (for example, a
curbstone) in the unlikely event of move­ment.

• Be sure to apply the parking brake fully.

• On an automatic transmission vehicle,

never park the vehicle without applying
the parking brake. Do not rely only on set­ting the range selector lever in the “P”
position.
If you cannot avoid parking on a slope, be
sure to apply the parking brake securely
and apply chocks to the wheels. Depend­ing on the condition of the vehicle, the
automatic transmission’s parking mecha­nism (“P” position) may be damaged and
released, possibly leading to a serious
accident.

• The engine and exhaust pipe are

extremely hot immediately after the vehi­cle has been driven. Do not park the vehi­cle in any place where there is dry grass,
waste paper, or other flammable material.

• Always stop the engine before sleeping in

the cabin. You could otherwise cause an
accident by unintentionally moving the
accelerator pedal or shift lever while sleep­ing. Also, you could suffer carbon-monox­ide poisoning from exhaust gases if the
vehicle is parked in a closed space.

• Never leave lighters, cans of carbonated

drink, and spectacles in the cabin when
parking the vehicle in hot sunshine. The
cabin will become extremely hot, so light­ers and other flammable items may catch
fire and unopened drink cans (including
beer cans) may rupture. The heat may also
affect plastic spectacle lenses and other
spectacle parts that are made of plastic.
For example, the coating on the lenses
may crack and the lenses themselves may
become deformed.

• Always use the mirrors to confirm safety

before opening a door. Suddenly opening
a door is dangerous because the door may
obstruct cars, motorcycles, bicycles, and
pedestrians coming from behind.

7-13

1. In a manual transmission vehicle, put the gear­shift lever in the neutral position when the vehi­cle is stationary.
In an automatic transmission vehicle, pull the
parking brake lever while keeping the brake
pedal depressed, and then place the range
selector lever in the “P” position.

2. Pull the parking brake lever.

WARNING

Brake faults that would cause the warn­ing lamp to illuminate have no effect on the
parking brake. If the warning lamp illumi­nates, be sure to apply the parking brake.

3. Stop the engine by turning the starter switch to
the “ACC” position. P. 5-12

4. To help prevent theft and needless consumption
of electricity from the battery, be sure to remove
the starter key and lock the doors.

CAUTION

Z09030

• Leaving the vehicle sitting for a long time

with the starter switch in the “ON” or “ACC”
position could result in a dead battery.

• Be sure to turn off all lights after parking to

prevent drainage of the battery.

5. If parking on a slope is unavoidable, block the
wheels securely with chocks and take any other
necessary measures to prevent the vehicle from
moving.

Vehicles with limited slip

differential

<Standard on FG>
The limited slip differential performs a special func­tion in addition to the ordinary differential function
which is needed when the vehicle is in a turn. When
one wheel begins to spin on a slippery surface, the
limited slip differential provides most of the driving
force to the wheel which is not spinning, thus auto­matically stopping the spinning and providing trac­tion to the vehicle.
This function is effective when driving on bumpy or
snow laden roads, and useful when moving the
vehicle out of mud.

7-14 Starting and driving

WARNING

When you raise the vehicle on one side for
replacing a tire or any other purpose, never
rotate the raised wheel. Doing so is danger­ous as power is transmitted to the wheel
which is on the ground and the vehicle could
move.

Z09031

CAUTION

Use only the special oil designed for limited slip
differentials if your vehicle is equipped with a
limited slip differential.

NOTE:
A vehicle with limited slip differential can be identi­fied by precautionary stickers near its driver’s
seat and on the rear axle housing.

Z11347

The limited slip differential actions take place auto­matically, but you are recommended to pay atten­tion to the following points:

• On slippery road surfaces, excessively depress-

ing the accelerator pedal during a turn may
cause the vehicle to skid and lose balance.
Keep this in mind for your safety.

• Using tires different in air pressure or outside

diameter between the right and left wheels may
result in pulling the vehicle to one side during
acceleration or uneven wear of tires. Check the
tires regularly to make sure the right and left
ones are inflated to the same pressure and not
different in outside diameter.

• Distribute the load weight evenly. If the load is

heavier at the rear, the vehicle’s tendency to
move in a straight line will slightly increase.

4,850 lbs.

8,600 lbs.

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7-15

Loading cargo

1 Do not overloading the vehicle.

Overloading the vehicle causes braking per-

•

formance to deteriorate and can thus cause an
accident. Also, overloading the vehicle places
excessive stress on vehicle parts, shortening
their service lives. The vehicle is designed to
perform best when loaded within its Gross Vehi­cle Weight Rating (GVWR) and within its front
and rear Gross Axle Weight Ratings (GAWR).
Try not to exceed these ratings.

• The vehicle’s GVWR, front GAWR, and rear

GAWR are listed on the VIN plate that is located
as shown in the illustration.

NOTE:
Loading to a weight almost equal to a total of the
front and rear GAWRs may exceed the GVWR.
For example, a vehicle with a GVWR of 12,000 lbs.
(5,445 kg) has a front GAWR of 4,850 lbs. (2,200
kg) and a rear GAWR of 8,600 lbs. (3,900 kg).
Added together, the GAWRs total 13,450 lbs. (6,100
kg), thus exceeding the GVWR. Be sure neither the
GAWRs nor GVWR are exceeded.

12,000 lbs.

Z11958

WARNING

• Overloading the vehicle can damage the

vehicle and make safe driving difficult. For
safety, never overload.

• The GVWR and GAWRs pertain to the max-

imum load the vehicle can physically
carry. Please also abide by state and
regional loading limit requirements.

• Do not carry passengers in the cargo area

while the vehicle is in motion.

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Z11325

2 How to load cargo

Improperly loaded cargo not only is unstable but
also may result in uneven weight distribution which
could damage the cargo deck and frame.

WARNING

• When roping up cargo or covering it with a

tarpaulin, make sure that neither the rope
nor the end of the tarpaulin hang down
between the cab and the cargo deck as a
loosely hanging rope or tarpaulin could
catch fire from the engine heat.

• When spreading the tarpaulin, take care

not to let it cover or be drawn into the
engine air intake duct.

• When loading heavy cargo, take adequate

measures to stop it from slipping. Also
use wire to secure it.

• Do not place wooden boards or other

items between the cargo bed and frame.
The heat from the exhaust pipe could set
fire to them.

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• Place the cargo evenly on deck.

• If cargo is piled high, the vehicle is at risk of roll-

ing over upon being hit with a side wind or mak­ing a turn.

• If you place supports under the cargo, position

them at equal intervals.

• Use suitable supports when loading long

objects. Avoid supporting long objects only with
the gate and the rear edge of the cargo deck.

• To prevent cargo from falling, strap it down

securely and cover it with a tarpaulin. Secure
the tarpaulin ends neatly so they do not flap.

8-1

8. 4WD operation <FG models>

Control and indicator lamps for 4WD operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2

Advice on use of the 4WD mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6

Precautions to be taken when selecting the 4WD mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-8

8-2 4WD operation <FG models>

Control and indicator lamps for

4WD operation

Select the 2WD (rear-wheel-drive) mode or 4WD
(all-wheel-drive) mode as necessary for the condi­tion of the road surface. The 4WD mode can be
used for extra traction on rough road surfaces and
on snow-covered road surfaces (in mountainous
regions, for example).

CAUTION

With a 4WD vehicle, power is applied to both the
front wheels and rear wheels; if incorrect tires
are fitted, they can prevent the vehicle from per­forming to its full potential and can even cause
an accident. Incorrect tires can also adversely
affect powertrain components. Please observe
the following tire-related cautions:

• Make sure all of the tires are the specified

size and are identical in terms of manufac­turer, brand, and tread pattern. Be particu­larly careful when fitting snow tires or other
winter-use tires.

• Use tires that do not differ from each other in

terms of the extent of wear.

• Regularly check the tire inflation pressures

and keep them adjusted to the specified val­ues.

• When tire replacement is necessary, replace

all of the tires at the same time.

• Use genuine wheels. Do not change the

wheel size.

• To ensure that the tires wear evenly, rotate

the tires every 10,000 km (6,000 miles).
For towing of the vehicle, raise the front wheels
off the ground and disconnect the propeller
shaft at the end closer to the rear wheels.
The 4WD mode is not recommended for driving
on dry paved roads as the tires may wear down
prematurely, the running noise may increase,
and more fuel may be consumed. Malfunction of
the drive train components may also result. Be
sure to drive in the 2WD mode on dry paved
roads.

Z12473

1 Location of control and indicator lamps

HIGH-LOW selector lever

Front drive switch

4WD indicator lamp

LOW range indicator lamp

Z11339

8-3

1.1 Front drive switch

• The front drive switch is used to select either the

two-wheel drive (2WD) mode that uses only the
two rear wheels as driving wheels or the four­wheel drive (4WD) mode in which the engine
power is transmitted to all four wheels. Pressing
the “ON” side of this switch selects the 4WD
mode, whereas pressing the “OFF” side selects
the 2WD mode. The indicator lamp lights up
when the 4WD mode is selected.

• The mode selection can be performed without

depressing the clutch pedal.

CAUTION

Make sure that the free-wheeling hubs on both
the front wheels are in the “LOCK” position
when the 4WD mode is selected; in the “FREE”
position, the engine power is not transmitted to
the front wheels. P. 8- 6

1.2 HIGH-LOW selector lever

• When the 4WD mode is selected, this lever

allows the driver to select either the high-speed
range or the low-speed range of the transfer
gear.
With the vehicle stationary and the clutch pedal
depressed, hold down the lever button and
move the lever to the high-speed range position

to select the high-speed range or to the low­speed range position to select the low-speed
range. The indicator lamp comes on when
the low-speed range is selected.

• To change the range from one to the other, hold

down the clutch pedal with the vehicle stationary
and move the lever fully to the LOW range posi­tion until the indicator lamp comes on or to
the HIGH range position until the lamp goes off.
After operating the lever, check that the lever is
locked in position by trying to move it back and
forth without pressing the button.

Z12476

NOTE:
Do not operate the HIGH-LOW selector lever during
driving.
Operation of the lever has no effect while the vehi­cle is in motion. Always switch the transfer gear
range when the vehicle is stationary and after
depressing the clutch pedal.

8-4 4WD operation <FG models>

2 Selecting drive mode-transfer gear

range combinations

You can select any desired drive mode and transfer
gear range combination from among those shown
in the following table. Select the most suitable com­bination according to the driving conditions.

Z11341

Mode-range
combination

2WD – HIGH – Normal road driving

HIGH

4WD

LOW

Illumi­nated

indica-

tor lamp

Driving conditions

Driving on snow-covered,
frozen, or sandy roads or
other difficult roads where
running in the two-wheel
drive mode is inappropri­ate.

Driving on steep uphill or
muddy roads or other
roads where exceptionally
good traction is required.

3 Switching the mode-range combination

“2WD-HIGH” to/from “4WD-HIGH”

•

1. Make sure that the free-wheeling hubs on both
front wheels are in the “LOCK” position.

P. 8 -6

2. Press the front drive switch either at the “ON”
side (4WD) or “OFF” side (2WD) when the vehi­cle is either in motion or stationary.

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Z11342

NOTE:

• You do not need to depress the clutch pedal

when switching from the 2WD-HIGH setting to
the 4WD-HIGH setting or vice versa.

• The mode-range setting cannot be switched

from 4WD-LOW to 2WD-HIGH. The 4WD-HIGH
setting must be selected before such switching
can take place.

• If it is difficult to switch from 2WD mode to 4WD

mode and vice versa, release the accelerator
pedal and then depress it again lightly. This will
facilitate the switching.

• During switching from 4WD mode to 2WD

mode, the system may remain in 4WD mode
even after the indicator lamp has gone out.
If this happens, release the accelerator pedal
and depress it again lightly. The switching will
then take place.

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Z12575

8-5

• “4WD-HIGH” to/from “4WD-LOW”

1. Stop the vehicle and depress the clutch pedal.

2. Move the HIGH-LOW lever while pressing the
button on it to the HIGH range position or
LOW range position .

3. After moving the lever fully to the HIGH range or
LOW range position, make sure that the
indicator lamp has come on or gone off and then
release the clutch pedal. Check that the lever is
locked properly by trying to move it back and
forth without pressing the button.

NOTE:

• If the HIGH-LOW lever cannot be moved even

with the button pressed, release and re-depress
the clutch pedal. You will then be able to operate
the lever.

• If the vehicle refuses to move even with the

indicator lamp come on or gone off after operat­ing the HIGH-LOW lever, release and re­depress the clutch pedal, and then perform the
lever operation again.

CAUTION

When 2WD mode is selected, you cannot
change the range to LOW. In this mode the lever
is locked to the HIGH range and it cannot be
moved even if you press the button. Always
select 4WD mode before switching the range to
LOW.

8-6 4WD operation <FG models>

Z00446

Z01026

4 Free-wheeling hub

Even when the 4WD vehicle is running in the

•

two-wheel drive mode with the engine power
transmitted only to the rear wheels, the front
wheels are always connected to the power train
(differential, propeller shaft and transfer). The
free-wheeling hub is a device to release the
wheels from the power train to allow them to
rotate freely, thus saving energy and improving
power economy.

• Set the free-wheeling hub as follows:

• For propulsion of the vehicle in the 2WD mode,

set each free-wheeling hub to the “FREE” posi­tion .

• For propulsion of the vehicle in the 4WD mode,

set each free-wheeling hub to the “LOCK” posi­tion .

When the 4WD mode is selected, ensure that the
free-wheeling hubs on both front wheels are set in
the “LOCK” positions. Should either or both of them
be in the “FREE” position, four-wheel driving is not
possible.

WARNING

• Never drive with one free-wheeling hub in

the “FREE” position and the other in the
“LOCK” position. Doing so is very danger­ous.

• The free-wheeling hub may be extremely

hot after driving. Do not touch it.

Advice on use of the 4WD mode

When you select the 4WD mode to drive on off-road
terrain (sandy or muddy ground) or snow-laden or
frozen roads, take sufficient care to avoid inappro­priate operation.

1 Driving on snow-covered or frozen

roads

Select either the “4WD-LOW” or “4WD-HIGH”
mode-range combination according to the snow or
road surface condition. Start out slowly.
Tire chains cannot be used on both front and rear
wheels. You are advised to use snow or studless
tires.

Z09463

Z09464

8-7

2 Driving on sandy or muddy ground

Select the “4WD-LOW” setting if you find it

•

appropriate to do so after checking sand or mud
conditions. Start out slowly. Drive at low speeds,
keeping the speed as constant as possible.

• Avoid quick acceleration, sudden braking and

sharp turn as they can cause the vehicle to
become stuck in the sand or mud, making it
impossible to free the vehicle by yourself.

• Muddy conditions are generally difficult to judge

and there is danger of becoming stuck in deep
mud. To prevent this, drive as slowly as possible
and, if necessary, get out of the vehicle and
check the conditions.

3 Climbing steep hills

Select the “4WD-LOW” setting to make full use of
engine torque. Choose the path that has the least
stones, sand and bumps. At both the start and end
of a climb, moderate slopes are preferable.

Z09465

Z09466

Z09467

4 Descending steep hills

Select “4WD-LOW” setting and descend slowly

•

using engine braking so that the wheels do not
slip.

• Quick braking can slip the wheels and result in a

loss of vehicle control. Check road conditions
before descending.

• Avoid gear shifting or clutch operation when

descending a hill. Select the best gear in
advance, and maintain the gear until the end of
the descent.

5 Crossing a river

Even a 4WD vehicle is not fully water-resistant. Do
not drive in water for more than several minutes and
limit driving in water to the minimum. If it is abso­lutely necessary to drive in water, select the “4WD­LOW” setting and drive as described below.

• Choose a path where the water is no deeper

than the center of the wheels, and drive slowly
at a speed lower than 5 km/h (3 mph) to avoid
making waves.

• After crossing, check the brakes. If the brakes

do not operate effectively, drive slowly and
lightly depress the brake pedal to dry the brakes
while remaining aware of any vehicles in front of
or behind you.

• After crossing, check the electric system for any

problems that the water may have caused. Also
observe the recommendations in the following
sub-paragraph describing precautions to be
taken when selecting the 4WD mode.