Toyota Tacoma 2002 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 operation of your new Toyota. Please read it thoroughly and have all the occupants
follow the instructions carefully. Doing so will help you enjoy many years of safe and trouble–free motoring. For
important information about this manual and your Toyota, read the following pages carefully.
When it comes to service, remember that your Toyota dealer knows your vehicle best and is interested in your complete
satisfaction. He will provide quality maintenance and any other assistance you may require.
If there is not a Toyota dealer near you, or you need emergency assistance for any reason, please call the following number:
U.S. OWNERS: Toyota Customer Ass istance Center Toll–free:1–800–331–4331
CANADIAN OWNERS: Toyota Canada Cust omer Int eraction Centre Toll–free:1–888–TOYOTA–8 (1–888–869–6828)
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.
2001 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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Important information about this manual
Safety and vehicle damage warnings
Throughout this manual, you will see safety and vehicle damage warnings. You must follow these warnings carefully to
avoid possible injury or damage.
The types of warnings, what they look like, and how they are
used in this manual are explained as follows:
CAUTION
This is a warning against something which may cause
injury to people if the warning is ignored. You are
informed about 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 about 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
When you see the safety symbol
shown above, it means: “Do not...”;
“Do not do this”; or “Do not let this
happen”.
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Important information about your Toyota
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. Section 6 gives details of these maintenance requirements. Also included
in Section 6 is general maintenance. For scheduled
maintenance information, please refer to the “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, this 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 “Off–
road driving precautions” in Section 3.
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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. Center vents
3. Personal lights or interior light
4. Side vents
5. Rear view mirror remote control levers
6. Glove box
7. Power door lock switches
8. Power window switches
9. Manual transmission gear shift lever or
automatic transmission selector lever
10. Rear console box
11. Cup holder
12. Power rear view mirror control switches
13. Front drive control lever
14. Tilt steering lock release lever
15. Hood lock release lever
16. Window lock 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 br ake lever
12. Ignition switch
13. Cruise control switch
14. Rear differential lock switch
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
With tachometer
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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
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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
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5. Fuel gauge
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Indicator symbols on the instrument panel
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Brake system warning light
Seat belt reminder light
Discharge warning light
1
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1
∗
1
Low engine oil pressure warning light
∗
Malfunction indicator lamp
Low fuel level warning light
1
∗
1
SRS warning light
Unengaged “Park” warning light
Automatic transmission fluid temperature warning
∗
1
light
∗
1
Low windshield washer fluid level warning
∗
1
light
Turn signal indicator lights
Headlight high beam indicator light
∗
1
∗
1
Overdrive–off indicator light
∗
or
Anti–lock brake system warning light
1
Driving pattern (POWER mode) indicator light
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Four–wheel drive indicator light
Rear differential lock indicator light
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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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: 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 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear window 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tailgate 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hood 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel tank cap 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Detachable moon roof 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Detachable sun shade 21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Keys Side doors
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.
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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.
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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—
All the doors lock and unlock simultaneously with either front door. In the driver’s door lock, turning the key once will
unlock the driver’s door and twice in succession will unlock all the door simultaneously.
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.
Driver’s side
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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.
All the doors lock or unlock simultaneously.
All the doors cannot be unlocked with the
power door lock switch by the following
cases:
Either front door is locked by the key.
Either front door is closed with the
inside door lock button pushed in.
Passenger’s side
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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.
Power windows
REAR DOOR CHILD–PROTECTORS
Move the lock lever to the “LOCK”
position as shown on the label.
This feature allows you to lock a rear
door so it can be opened from the outside
only, not from inside. We recommend using this feature whenever small children
are in the vehicle.
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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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Window lock
switch
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 PASSENGERS’
WINDOWS
Use the switch on each passenger’s
door or the switches on the driver’s
door that control each 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 passengers’ windows
cannot be operated.
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CAUTION
To avoid serious personal injury, you
must do the following.
Always make sure the heads, hands
and other parts of the bodies 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, make
sure that he/she operates 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 be involved in
serious accidents.
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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.
Rear window
To unlock the rear window, pull the
latch handle toward you.
When closing the window, make sure it is
completely closed.
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Tailgate Hood
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 in 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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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.
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Fuel tank cap
2. In front of the vehicle, pull up the
auxiliary catch lever and lift the
hood.
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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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Without tachometer
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This indicates that the fuel filler door
is on the left side of your vehicle.
Type A
Type B
1. Type A—
To open the fuel filler door, pull the
door toward out as shown.
Type B—
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.
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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 (type A) or hook
it on the inside of the fuel filler door
(type B).
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.
Use only a genuine Toyota fuel tank
cap for replacement. It is designed
to regulate fuel tank pressure.
Detachable moon roof—
—Moon roof precautions
CAUTION
To avoid serious personal injury, you
must do the following.
While the vehicle is moving, always
keep the heads, hands and other
parts of the bodies of all occupants
away from the roof opening. Otherwise, they 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.
Type B
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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.
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.
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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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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.
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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.
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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 24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front seat s 24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Swing–up jump seats 27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Folding r ear seatback 28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Head rest raints 29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Armrest 30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat belts 30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SRS dri ver airbag and front passenger airbag 39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Passenger air bag manual on–off switch 56. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Child restraint 56. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tilt steering wheel 101. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Outside rear view mirrors 101. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Anti–glare inside rear view mirror 103. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sun visors 104. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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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 precau tio ns
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 or cargo area.
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
that the seat does not hit 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, push
back your body 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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