Toyota Tacoma 2000 Owner's Manual
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Foreword
Welcome to the growing group of value- conscious people who drive Toyotas. We
are proud of the advanced engineering and quality construction of each vehicle we
build.
This Owner’s Manual explains the features of your new Toyota. Please read it and
follow the instructions carefully so that you can enjoy many years of safe motoring.
When it comes to service, remember that your Toyota dealer knows your vehicle
best and is interested in your complete satisfaction. He will provide quality maintenance and any other assistance you may require.
Please leave this Owner’s Manual in this vehicle at the time of resale. The next
owner will need this information also.
All information and specifications in this manual are current at the time of
printing. However, because of Toyota’s policy of continual product improvement, we reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice.
Please note that this manual applies to all models and explains all equipment,
including options. Therefore, you may find some explanations for equipment
not installed on your vehicle.
1999 TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION
All rights reserved. This material may not be reproduced or copied, in whole or in
part, without the written permission of Toyota Motor Corporation.
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New vehicle warranty
Your new vehicle is covered by the following Toyota
limited warranties:
New vehicle warranty
Emission control systems warranty
Others
For further information, please refer to the “Owner’s
Warranty Information Booklet” or “Owner’s Manual
Supplement”.
Your responsibility for maintenance
It is the owner’s responsibility to make sure that the
specified maintenance is performed. Part 6 gives details
of these maintenance requirements. Also included in
Part 6 is general maintenance. For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to the separate “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”.
Accessories, spare parts and
modification of your Toyota
A wide variety of non- genuine spare parts and accessories for Toyota vehicles are currently available in the
market. You should know that Toyota does not warrant
these products and is not responsible for their performance, repair, or replacement, or for any damage they
may cause to, or adverse effect they may have on,
your Toyota vehicle.
This vehicle should not be modified with non- genuine
Toyota products. Modification with non- genuine Toyota
products could affect its performance, safety or durability, and may even violate governmental regulations. In
addition, damage or performance problems resulting from
the modification may not be covered under warranty.
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Spark ignition system of your
Toyota
The spark ignition system in your Toyota meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference- Causing Equipment Standard.
Installation of a mobile
two- way radio system
As the installation of a mobile two-way radio system in
your vehicle could affect electronic systems such as
multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel
injection system, cruise control system, anti- lock brake
system, SRS airbag system and seat belt pretensioner
system, be sure to check with your Toyota dealer for
precautionary measures or special instructions regarding
installation.
Scrapping of your Toyota
The SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner devices in
your Toyota contain explosive chemicals. If the vehicle
is scrapped with the airbags and pretensioners left as
they are, it may cause an accident such as fire. Be
sure to have the systems of the SRS airbag and seat
belt pretensioner removed and disposed of by a qualified
service shop or by your Toyota dealer before you dispose of your vehicle.
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On- pavement and off- road
driving tips
(4WD models and Pre Runner)
This vehicle will handle and maneuver differently from
an ordinary passenger car because it is designed for
off- road use also. It has a significantly higher rollover
rate than other types of vehicles. In addition, this vehicle has a higher ground clearance and center of gravity than that of an ordinary passenger car. This vehicle
design feature causes this type of vehicle to be more
likely to rollover. Failure to operate this vehicle correctly
may result in loss of control, accidents or vehicle rollover causing death or serious injury. Be sure to read
“Off- road vehicle precautions” in Section 2 and “Offroad driving precautions” in Section 3.
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Automatic Transmission Overdrive Switch (conventional type only)
After starting your engine, always turn the
Overdriv e s witch
For selecting either a three- speed or
four- speed transmis sion
“ON” position
(Shifting into overdr ive
possible)
“OFF” position
(Shifting into overdr ive
not possible)
overdrive s witch on.
Even during ordinary driving, keep the over-
drive switch turned on. (At this time, the “O/D
OFF” indicatior light on the instrument cluster
will be off.)
Always turn the overdrive switch on for better
fuel economy and quieter driving.
“O/D OFF” indicator light
Shows the overdrive
switch is in “OFF” position.
For details, see “Automatic transmission” on
page 85 and “How to save fuel and make your
vehicle last longer, too” on page 181.
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Important information about this manual
Safety and vehicle damage warnings
In this manual, you will see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings. These are used in the following ways:
CAUTION
This is a warning against something which may cause
injury to people if the warning is ignored. You are
informed what you must or must not do in order to
avoid or reduce the risk to yourself and other people.
NOTICE
This is a warning against something which may cause
damage to the vehicle or its equipment if the warning
is ignored. You are informed what you must or must
not do in order to avoid or reduce the risk of damage
to your vehicle and its equipment.
Safety symbol
In this manual, you will also see a circle
with a slash through it. This means “Do
not”, “Do not do this”, or “Do not let this
happen”.
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Quick index
If a service reminder indicator or warning buzzer comes on 78. . . . . . . . . .
If your vehicle will not start 184. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If your engine stalls while driving 187. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If your vehicle overheats 187. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If you have a flat tire 188. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If your vehicle needs to be towed 198. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tips for driving during break- in period 155. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
How to start the engine 170. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General maintenance 215. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Complete index NO TAG. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gas station information
Fuel type:
UNLEADED gasoline, Octane Rating 87 (Research Octane Number 91)
or higher
See page 155 for detailed information.
Fuel tank capacity:
Two-wheel drive models except Pre Runner
57 L (15.1 gal., 12.5 lmp. gal.)
Four- wheel drive models and Pre Runner
68 L (18.0 gal., 15.0 lmp. gal.)
Engine oil:
API grade SJ, “Energy- Conserving“ or ILSAC multigrade engine oil
is recommended.
See page 228 for detailed information.
Tire information: See pages 232 through 236.
Tire pressure: See page 254.
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Publication No. OM35751U
Part No. 01999-35751
Printed in Japan 01- 9908- 00
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SECTION 1-
OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND
CONTROLS
Overview of instruments and controls
Instrument panel overview 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Instrument cluster overview 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Indicator symbols on the instrument panel 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Instrument panel overview
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1. Instrument cluster
2. Automatic transmission selector lever
(column shift)
3. Center vents
4. Personal lights or interior light
5. Side vents
6. Glove box
7. Power door lock switches
8. Power window switches
9. Manual transmission gear shift lever or
automatic transmission selector lever
(floor shift)
10. Cup holder
11. Front drive control lever
12. Tilt steering lock release lever
13. Hood lock release lever
14. Window lock switch
15. Power rear view mirror control switch
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1. Headlight and turn signal switch
2. Wiper and washer switches
3. Emergency flasher switch
4. Passenger airbag manual on- off switch
5. Air conditioning controls
6. Car audio
7. Ashtray
8. Cigarette lighter
9. Power outlets
10. Clock
11. Parking brake lever
12. Ignition switch
13. Cruise control switch
14. Rear differential lock button
15. Instrument panel light control knob
16. Clutch start cancel switch (manual
transmission) or driving pattern selector
button (automatic transmission)
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Instrument cluster overview
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1. Engine coolant temperature gauge
2. Tachometer
3. Service reminder indicators and
indicator lights
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4. Speedometer
5. Fuel gauge
6. Trip meter reset knob
7. Odometer and two trip meters
Without tachometer
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1. Engine coolant temperature gauge
2. Service reminder indicators and
indicator lights
3. Speedometer
4. Odometer
5. Fuel gauge
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Indicator symbols on the instrument panel
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(type A)
(type B)
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Brake system warning light
Seat belt reminder light
Discharge warning light
Low oil pressure warning light
Malfunction indicator lamp
Low fuel level warning light
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1
∗
1
∗
1
∗
1
∗
1
Anti- lock brake system warning light
∗
SRS warning light
1
∗
Unengaged “Park” warning light
Automatic transmission fluid temperature warning
∗
1
light
Low windshield washer fluid level warning
∗
1
light
1
Turn signal indicator lights
Headlight high beam indicator light
Overdrive- off indicator light
Driving pattern (POWER mode) indicator light
∗
1
Automatic transmission indicator lights
Four- wheel drive indicator light
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Rear differential lock indicator light
∗
Cruise control indicator light
∗
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: For details, see “Service reminder indicators and warning
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buzzers” in Section 1- 5.
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2
: If this light flashes, see “Cruise control” in Section 1- 6.
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SECTION 1-
OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND
CONTROLS
Keys and Doors
Keys 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Side doors 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power windows 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Quarter windows 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear window 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tailgate 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hood 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel tank cap 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Detachable moon roof 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Detachable sun shade 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Keys
This key works in every lock.
Since the doors can be locked without a
key, you should always carry a spare key
in case you accidentally lock your key
inside the vehicle.
KEY NUMBER PLATE
Your key number is shown on the plate.
Keep the plate in a safe place such as
your wallet, not in the vehicle.
If you should lose your keys or if you
need additional keys, duplicates can be
made by a Toyota dealer using the key
number.
We recommend you to write down the key
number and keep it in safe place.
Side doors
LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH KEY
Insert the key into the keyhole and turn
it.
To lock: Turn the key forward.
To unlock: Turn the key backward.
Vehicles with power door lock system—
Both doors lock and unlock simultaneously
with either door. In the driver’s door lock,
turning the key once will unlock the driver’s door and twice in succession will unlock the driver’s door and passenger’s
door simultaneously.
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LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH
INSIDE LOCK BUTTON
Move the lock button.
To lock: Push the button downward.
To unlock: Pull the button upward.
Closing the door with the lock button
pushed in will also lock the door. Be careful not to lock your keys in the vehicle.
Vehicles with power door lock system—
The doors cannot be locked if you leave
the key in the ignition switch.
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LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH
POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH
Push the switch.
To lock: Push the switch on the front side.
To unlock: Push the switch on the rear
side.
Both doors lock or unlock simultaneously.
CAUTION
Before driving, be sure that the doors
are closed and locked, especially
when small children are in the vehicle. Along with the proper use of
seat belts, locking the doors helps
prevent the driver and passengers
from being thrown out from the vehicle during an accident. It also helps
prevent the doors from being opened
unintentionally.
Passenger’s side
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Power windows
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The windows can be operated with the
switch on each door.
The power windows work when the ignition
switch is in the “ON” position.
Key off operation: If both front doors are
closed, they work for 43 seconds even
after the ignition switch is turned off. They
stop working when either front door is
opened.
OPERATING THE DRIVER’S WINDOW
Use the switch on the driver’s door.
Normal operation: The window moves as
long as you hold the switch.
To open: Lightly push down the switch.
To close: Pull up the switch.
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Automatic operation (to open only):
Push the switch completely down and then
release it. The window will fully open. To
stop the window partway, lightly pull the
switch up and then release it.
OPERATING THE PASSENGER’S
WINDOW
Use the switch on the passenger’s door
or the switch on the driver’s door that
controls the passenger’s window.
The window moves as long as you hold
the switch.
To open: Push down the switch.
To close: Pull up the switch.
If you push in the “WINDOW LOCK”
switch on the driver’s door, the passenger’s windows cannot be operated.
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CAUTION
To avoid serious personal injury, you
must do the following.
Always make sure the head, hands
and other parts of the body of all
occupants are kept completely inside the vehicle before you close
the power windows. If someone’s
neck, head or hands gets caught in
a closing window, it could result in
a serious injury. When anyone
closes the power windows, be sure
that they operate the windows safely.
When small children are in the ve-
hicle, never let them use the power
window switches without supervision. Use the “WINDOW LOCK”
switch to prevent them from making
unexpected use of the switches.
Never leave small children alone in
the vehicle, especially with the ignition key still inserted. They could
use the power window switches and
get trapped in a window. Unattended children can become involved in serious accidents.
Quarter windows
(Xtra- cab models)
To open the quarter window, pull the
latch handle toward you and swing it
fully out.
When closing the window, make sure it is
completely closed.
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Rear window
To unlock the rear window, pull the left
end of the latch handle toward you and
disengage the right end from the catch.
When closing the window, make sure it is
completely closed.
Tailgate
To open the tailgate, pull the handle up.
The support cables will hold the tailgate
horizontal.
See “Luggage stowage precautions” in
Section 2 for precautions to observe for
loading luggage.
After closing the tailgate, try pulling it toward you to make sure it is securely
locked.
NOTICE
Avoid driving with the tailgate open.
To lower the tailgate fully, release the
support brackets from the lugs as
shown.
NOTICE
Lower the tailgate gently when it is
unhooked.
Make sure the tailgate is securely
caught by the support brackets before closing the tailgate.
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Hood
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To open the hood:
1. Pull the hood lock release lever. The
hood will spring up slightly.
CAUTION
Before driving, be sure that the hood
is securely closed and locked. Otherwise, the hood may open unexpectedly while driving and an accident may
occur.
2. In front of the vehicle, pull up the
auxiliary catch lever and lift the
hood.
3. Hold the hood open by inserting the
support rod into the slot.
Before closing the hood, check to see that
you have not forgotten any tools, rags,
etc. and return the support rod to its
clip—this prevents rattles. Then lower the
hood and make sure it locks into place.
If necessary, press down gently on the
front edge to lock it.
CAUTION
After inserting the support rod into
the slot, make sure the rod supports
the hood securely from falling down
on to your head or body.
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Fuel tank cap
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1. To open the fuel filler door, insert
the key and turn it counterclockwise.
When refueling, turn off the engine.
CAUTION
Do not smoke, cause sparks or al-
low open flames when refueling.
The fumes are flammable.
When opening the cap, do not re-
move the cap quickly. In hot weather, fuel under pressure could cause
injury by spraying out of the filler
neck if the cap is suddenly removed.
Do not fill a fuel container on a
plastic truck bed liner, a rubber
truck bed mat, or any other insulating material. A static electricity
charge could cause a spark and fire
hazard. The proper procedure is to
place an approved fuel container on
the ground away from the truck for
filling.
2. To remove the fuel tank cap, turn
the cap slowly counterclockwise,
then pause slightly before removing
it. After removing the cap, hang it
on the cap hanger.
It is not unusual to hear a slight swoosh
when the cap is opened. When installing,
turn the cap clockwise till you hear a
click.
If the cap is not tightened securely, the
malfunction indicator lamp comes on.
Make sure the cap is tightened securely.
The indicator lamp goes off after driving
several times. If the indicator lamp does
not go off, contact your Toyota dealer as
soon as possible.
CAUTION
Make sure the cap is tightened se-
curely to prevent fuel spillage in
case of an accident.
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Detachable moon roof—
—Moon roof precautions
—Tilting up and closing
Use only a genuine Toyota fuel tank
cap for replacement. It has a builtin check valve to reduce fuel tank
vacuum.
CAUTION
To avoid serious personal injury, you
must do the following.
While the vehicle is moving, always
keep the head, hands and other
parts of the body of all occupants
away from the roof opening. Otherwise, you could be seriously injured
if the vehicle stops suddenly or if
the vehicle is involved in an accident.
Never sit on top of the vehicle
around the roof opening.
Never attempt to remove the moon
roof panel while driving. Otherwise,
the panel may become a hazard by
falling into or flying off the vehicle.
After installing the moon roof pan-
el, make sure they are firmly secured by pushing up on the underside of the panel.
Never put your hands between the
moon roof panel and the surrounding roof.
To tilt up the moon roof, first pull down
on the handle while pushing in one of
the lock buttons. Then push up the
moon roof until it locks.
After tilting up the moon roof, make sure
the handle is securely in place.
When closing the moon roof, slowly pull
down the handle while supporting the roof
with your hand. Close and lock the moon
roof by pushing the handle. Be sure to
use your palm to push the handle. After
closing the moon roof, make sure it is
securely locked.
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—Removing
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1. Pull the handle down while pushing
in one of the lock buttons.
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2. Push in the retaining spring arms as
shown and push up the moon roof.
3. Push back the auxiliary catch to release it from the hook. Then lift the
moon roof panel and pull it out.
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—Installing
1. Insert the flat hinges of the moon
roof panel into the cutouts on the
body. Then slowly lower it while
holding the roof with your hands.
Make sure both flat hinges are inserted
into the cutouts.
2. Press in the retaining spring arms
and insert them into the holes. Then
push the handle up with the palm of
your hand and lock the roof.
Detachable sun shade
To remove: Support the sun shade panel with your hand while you unlock the
sun shade by turning the knob counterclockwise.
To install: Hang the two hinges of the
sun shade panel onto the hooks provided. Then push up the sun shade
panel while turning the knob counterclockwise.
CAUTION
For safety, do not remove the sun
shade while driving.
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SECTION 1-
OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND
CONTROLS
Seats, Seat belts, Steering wheel and Mirrors
Seats 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front seat s 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear seats 25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Head rest raints 25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Armrest 26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat belts 26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SRS dri ver and front passenger airbags 35. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Passenger air bag manual on- off switch 44. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Child restraint 45. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tilt steering wheel 65. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Outside rear view mirrors 65. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Anti-glare inside rear view mirror 67. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Seats
While the vehicle is being driven, all vehicle occupants should have the seatback
upright, sit well back in the seat and properly wear the seat belts provided.
CAUTION
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Front seats—
—Seat adjustment
precautions
Adjust the driver’s seat so that the foot
pedals, steering wheel and instrument
panel controls are within easy reach of
the driver.
CAUTION
While adjusting the seat, do not put
your hands under the seat or near
the moving parts. You may catch
and injure your hands or fingers.
Do not drive the vehicle unless the
occupants are properly seated. Do
not allow sitting on top of a
folded- down seatback, or in the
luggage compartment. Persons not
properly seated and/or properly restrained by seat belts can be severely injured in the event of emergency braking or a collision.
During driving, do not allow pas-
sengers to stand up or move
around between seats. Severe injuries can occur in the event of emergency braking or a collision.
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Adjustments should not be made
while the vehicle is moving, as the
seat may unexpectedly move and
cause the driver to lose control of
the vehicle.
When adjusting the seat, be careful
not to hit the seat against a passenger or luggage.
After adjusting the seat position, try
sliding it forward and backward to
make sure it is locked in position.
After adjusting the seatback, exert
body pressure to make sure it is
locked in position.
Do not put objects under the seats.
The objects may interfere with the
seat- lock mechanism or unexpectedly push up the seat position adjusting lever; the seat may suddenly
move, causing the driver to lose
control of the vehicle.
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