TOYOTA T100 1998 Owners Manual

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Battery recharging precautions
During recharging, the battery is pro-
ducing hydrogen gas.
Therefore, before recharging:
1. If recharging with the battery installed on the vehicle, be sure to disconnect
the ground cable.
2. Be sure the power switch on the re- charger is off when connecting the
charger cables to the battery and when
disconnecting them.
CAUTION
Always charge the battery in an un-
confined area. Do not charge the
battery in a garage or closed room
where there is not sufficient ventila-
tion.
Only do a slow charge (5A or less).
Charging at a quicker rate is dan-
gerous. The battery may explode,
causing personal injuries.
NOTICE
Never recharge the battery while the
engine is running. Also, be sure all
accessories are turned off.
Checking and replacing fuses

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If the headlights or other electrical
components do not work, check the
fuses. If any of the fuses are blown,
they must be replaced.
See ”Fuse locations” in Chapter 7 −1 for
locations of the fuses.
Turn the ignition switch and inoperative
component off. Pull a suspected fuse
straight out and check it.
Determine which fuse may be causing the
problem. The lid of the fuse box shows
the name of the circuit for each fuse. See
Part 8 of this manual for the functions
controlled by each circuit.
Type A fuses can be pulled out by the
pull-out tool. If you are not sure whether the fuse has
blown, try replacing the suspected fuse
with one that you know is good.
If the fuse has blown, push a new fuse
into the clip.
Only install a fuse with the amperage rat-
ing designated on the fuse box lid.
If you do not have a spare fuse, in an
emergency you can pull out the ”CIG.”,
”RADIO”, ”DOME” or ”A/C” fuse, which
may be dispensable for normal driving,
and use it if its amperage rating is the
same.
If you cannot use one of the same amper-
age, use one that is lower, but as close
as possible to, the rating. If the amperage
is lower than that specified, the fuse
might blow out again but this does not
indicate anything wrong. Be sure to get
the correct fuse as soon as possible and
return the substitute to its original clip.
It is a good idea to purchase a set of
spare fuses and keep them in your ve-
hicle for emergencies.
If the new fuse immediately blows out,
there is a problem with the electrical sys-
tem. Have your Toyota dealer correct it as
soon as possible.
CAUTION
Never use a fuse with a higher am-
perage rating, or any other object, in
place of a fuse. This may cause ex-
tensive damage and possibly a fire.

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Adding washer fluid
If any washer does not work, the wash-
er tank may be empty. Add washer
fluid.
You may use plain water as washer fluid.
However, in cold areas where tempera-
tures range below freezing point, use
washer fluid containing antifreeze. This
product is available at your Toyota dealer
and most auto parts stores. Follow the
manufacturer ’s directions for how much to
mix with water.
NOTICE
Do not use engine antifreeze or any
other substitute because it may dam-
age your vehicle’s paint.NOTICE
5VZ
−FE engine vehicles for Canada:
When adding washer fluid, be careful
not to spill the fluid over the daytime
running light resistor.
Replacing light bulbs—
The following illustrations show how to
gain access to the bulbs. When replacing
a bulb make sure the ignition switch and
light switch are off. Use bulbs with the
wattage ratings given in the table.
CAUTION
Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas
inside and require special handling.
They can burst or shatter if scratched
or dropped. Hold a bulb only by its
plastic or metal case. Do not touch
the glass part of a bulb with barehands.
NOTICE
Only use a bulb of the listed type.

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Bulb
No.WTy p e
Headlights900360/55A
Parking lights1685C
Front turn signal lights115627B
Rear turn signal lights115627B
Stop and tail lights115727/8B
Back-up lights115627B
High mounted stoplight1685C
License plate light1685C
Interior light—8D
Personal lights—5D
Glovebox light—5C
Step lights—5C
A: HB2 halogen bulbs
B: Single end bulbs
C: Wedge base bulbs
D: Double end bulbs —Headlights
1. Open the hood. Unplug the connec-
tor. Turn the plastic cover counter-
clockwise and remove it.
If the connector is tight wiggle it.2. Remove the rubber cover.

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3. Release the bulb retaining springand remove the bulb. Install a new
bulb and the bulb retaining spring.
To install a bulb, align the tabs of the
bulb with the cutout of the mounting hole.4. Install the rubber cover and snuggle on the boss.
Make sure the rubber cover fits snugly on
the connector and the headlight body.5. Install the plastic cover with the ”ON” mark upward and turn it clock-
wise. Insert the connector.
Aiming is not necessary after replacing
the bulb. When aiming adjustment is nec-
essary, contact your Toyota dealer.

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—Parking lights
Use a Phillips-head screwdriver.
—Front turn signal lights
Use a Phillips-head screwdriver.

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Use a Phillips-head screwdriver.a: Rear turn signal light
b: Stop and tail light
c: Back-up light —High mounted stoplightUse a Phillips-head screwdriver.
—Rear turn signal, stop and
tail and back-up lights

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—License plate lights

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Part 8
SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions and weight
Engine
Fuel
Service specifications

Ti r es
Fuses

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Dimensions and weight
Normal cab modelsXtra-cab models
Two-wheel drive modelsFour-wheel drive modelsTwo-wheel drive modelsFour-wheel drive models
Overall length mm(in.)5310 (209.1)5310 (209.1)5310 (209.1)5310 (209.1)
Overall width mm(in.)1910 ( 75.2)1910 ( 75.2)1910 ( 75.2)1910 ( 75.2)
Overall height— mm(in.)
Unladen vehicle1710 ( 67.2)
1
1720 ( 67.6)
2
1730 ( 68.2)
31790 ( 70.6)
5
1820 ( 71.6)
71730 ( 68.2)
4
1740 ( 68.6)
51840 ( 72.6)
5
1870 ( 73.5)
7
Wheelbase mm(in.)3095 (121.9)3095 (121.9)3095 (121.9)3095 (121.9)
Front tread mm(in.)1565 ( 61.6)
4
1570 ( 61.8)
51605 ( 63.2)
5
1635 ( 64.4)
71565 ( 61.6)
4
1570 ( 61.8)
51605 ( 63.2)
5
1635 ( 64.4)
7
Rear tread mm(in.)1615 ( 63.6)
4
1625 ( 64.0)
51615 ( 63.6)
5
1650 ( 65.0)
71615 ( 63.6)
4
1625 ( 64.0)
51615 ( 63.6)
5
1650 ( 65.0)
7
Cargo weight rating
kg (lb.)498 ( 1100)
6
907 ( 2000)
3498 ( 1100)498 ( 1100)498 ( 1100)
1
: 1/2-ton models with P215/75R15 tires
2
: 1/2-ton models with P235/75R15 tires
3
: 1-ton models
4
: With P215/75R15 tires
5
: With P235/75R15 tires
6
: 1/2-ton models
7
: With P265/70R16 tires