TOYOTA TUNDRA 2003 1.G Owners Manual
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The rear console box is equipped with
a note pad holder. This is designed to
hold small paper such as note pads.
To use the holder, raise the console box
upper lid while pushing the lock release
button.
CAUTION
Do not write on the note pad holder
while the vehicle is moving.
Do not place anything else on the
note pad holder. Such items may be
thrown about in the compartment
and possibly cause injury during
sudden braking or an accident.
To reduce the chance of injury in
case of an accident or a sudden
stop while driving, keep the console
box upper lid closed when it is not
in use.
Use a floor mat of the correct size.
If the floor carpet and floor mat have a
hole, then it is designed for use with a
locking clip. Fix the floor mat with locking
clip into the hole in the floor carpet.
Note pad holder Floor mat
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CAUTION
Make sure the floor mat is properly
placed on the floor carpet. If the floor
mat slips and interferes with the
movement of the pedals during driv-
ing, it may cause an accident.
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INFORMATION BEFORE DRIVING YOUR
TOYOTA
Information before driving your Toyota
Off−road vehicle precautions 186
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Break −in period 187
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Fuel 187
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Fuel pump shut off system 189
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Operation in foreign countries 189
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Three −way catalytic converters 190
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Engine exhaust cautions 191
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Facts about engine oil consumption 192
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Twin ground electrode spark plugs 193
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Brake system 193
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Brake pad wear limit indicators 196
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Rear step bumper 196
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StepSide bed 197
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Limited −slip differential 197
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Your Toyota’s identification 197
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Theft prevention labels 199
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Suspension and chassis 199
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Tire information 200
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Vehicle load limits 208
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Cargo and luggage 209
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Types of tires 211
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SECTION 2
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This vehicle has higher ground clear-
ance and narrower tread in relation to
the height of its center of gravity to
make it capable of performing in a wide
variety of off road applications. Specific
design characteristics give it a higher
center of gravity than ordinary passen-
ger cars. This vehicle design feature
causes this type of vehicle to be more
likely to rollover. And, it has a signifi-
cantly higher rollover rate than other
types of vehicles. An advantage of the
higher ground clearance is a better
view of the road allowing you to antici-
pate problems. It is not designed for
cornering at the same speeds as ordi-
nary passenger cars any more than
low slung sports cars designed to per-
form satisfactorily under off road
conditions. Therefore, sharp turns at
excessive speeds may cause rollover.CAUTION
Always observe the following precau-
tions to minimize the risk of serious
personal injury or damage to your ve-
hicle:
In a rollover crash, an unbelted per-
son is significantly more likely to
die than a person wearing a seat
belt. Therefore, the driver and all
passengers should fasten their seat
belts whenever the vehicle is mov-
ing.
Avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneu-
vers, if at all possible. Failure to
operate this vehicle correctly may
result in loss of control or vehicle
rollover causing death or serious
injury.
Avoid loading any items on the roof
that will raise the vehicle’s center
of gravity.
Always slow down in gusty cross-
winds. Because of its profile and
higher center of gravity, your ve-
hicle is more sensitive to side
winds than an ordinary passenger
car. Slowing down will allow you to
have better control.
Off road vehicle precautions