height TOYOTA TACOMA 1999 Owners Manual

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Part 2
INFORMATION
BEFORE DRIVING
YOUR TOYOTA
Off- road vehicle precautions
Break- in period
Fuel
Operation in foreign countries
Three- way catalytic converter
Engine exhaust cautions
Facts about engine oil
consumption
Twin ground electrode spark plugs
Brake system
Brake pad wear limit indicators
Luggage stowage precautions
Rear step bumper
Your Toyota's identification
Suspension and chassis
Types of tires
This vehicle is one of the class of ve-
hicles which have higher ground clear-
ance and narrower tread in relation to
the height of their center of gravity to
make them capable of performing in a
wide variety of off- road applications.
Specific design characteristics give it a
higher center of gravity than ordinary
cars. An advantage of the higher
ground clearance is a better view of the
road allowing you to anticipate prob-
lems. It is not designed for cornering
at the same speeds as conventional
two- wheel drive vehicles any more than
low- slung sports cars are designed to
perform satisfactorily under off- road
conditions.
CAUTION
Always observe the following precau-
tions to minimize the risk of serious
personal injury or damage to your ve-
hicle:
Avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneu-
vers, if at all possible. As with oth-
er vehicles of this type, failure to
operate this vehicle correctly may
result in loss of control or vehicle
rollover.
Avoid loading any items on the roof
that will make the center of gravity
even higher.
Always slow down in gusty cross-
winds. Because of its high center of
gravity, your vehicle is more sensi-
tive to side winds than an ordinary
passenger car. Slowing down will
allow you to have much better con-
trol.
Do not drive horizontally across
steep slopes. Driving straight up or
straight down is preferred. Your ve-
hicle (or any similar off- road ve-
hicle) can tip over sideways much
more easily than forward or back-
ward.
Off- road vehicle precautions
(four- wheel drive models
only)

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Even if the power assist is com-
pletely lost, the brakes will still
work. But you will have to push the
pedal hardÐmuch harder than nor-
mal. And your braking distance will
be longer.
ANTI- LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM
(with ºABSº warning light)
The anti- lock brake system is designed to
automatically help prevent lock- up of the
wheels during sudden braking or braking
on slippery road surfaces. This assists in
providing directional stab ility and steering
performance of the vehicle under these
circumstances.
The anti- lock brake system becomes op-
erative after the vehicle has accelerated
to a speed in excess of approximately 10
km/h (6 mph). It stops operating when the
vehicle decelerates to a speed below
approximately 5 km/h (3 mph).
You may hear a sound in the engine
compartment for a few seconds when the
engine is started or just after the vehicle
is started. This means that the anti- lock
brake system is in the self check mode,
and does not indicate a malfunction.
Effective way to press the ºABSº brake
pedal: When the anti- lock brake system
function is in action, you may feel the
brake pedal pulsating and hear a noise.
In this situation, to let the anti- lock
brake system work for you, just hold the
brake pedal down more firmly. Do not
pump the brake in a panic stop. Pump-
ing the brake pedal makes the stopping
distance longer.
The brake pedal pulsation caused by the
anti- lock brake system may indicate haz-
ardous road surface conditions. Although
the anti- lock brake system assists in pro-
viding vehicle control, it is still important
to drive with all due care, because the
anti- lock brake system cannot overcome
the laws of physics that act on your ve-
hicle: Braking capab ility is dependent on tire
friction with the road surface.
Even though the anti- lock brake sys-
tem is operating, a driver cannot main-
tain full control on certain slippery road
surfaces, when cornering at high
speeds, or in violent maneuvers.
Avoid high speeds on wet roads. The
anti- lock brake system cannot elimi-
nate the risk of hydroplaning and loss
of tire friction. Always maintain a safe distance from the
vehicle in front of you. Compared with
vehicles not fitted with an anti- lock brake
system, your vehicle may r
equire a longer
stopping distance in the following cases:
Driving on rough, gravel or snow- cov-
ered roads.
Driving with tire chains installed.
Driving on roads where the road sur-
face is pitted or has other differences
in surface height.
CAUTION
Do not use tires other than the
manufacturer 's designated tires, and
do not mix tires or wheels of differ-
ent sizes. You may prevent the anti-
lock brake system from operating at
full effectiveness.
Vehicles with rear differential lock sys-
temÐ
The anti- lock brake system does not oper-
ate when the rear differential is locked. It
is normal operation for the ºABSº warning
light to be on at this time.

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Part 3
STARTING AND DRIV-
ING
Before starting the engine
How to start the engine
Tips for driving in various
conditions
Off- road driving precautions
Winter driving tips
Tr ailer towing
How to save fuel and make your
vehicle last longer, too
Before starting the engine
1. Check the area around the vehicle be- fore entering it.
2. Adjust seat position, seatback angle, seat cushion angle, head restraint
height and steering wheel angle.
3. Adjust inside and outside rear view mirrors.
4. Lock both doors.
5. Fasten seat belts. 1. Apply the parking brake firmly.
2. Turn off unnecessary lights and acces-
sories.
3. Manual transmission: Press the clutch
pedal to the floor and shift the trans-
mission into neutral. Hold the clutch
pedal to the floor until the engine is
started. A starter safety device will pre-
vent the starter from operating if the
clutch pedal is not fully depressed.
Automatic transmission: Put the se-
lector lever in ºPº. If you need to re-
start the engine while the vehicle is
moving, put the selector lever in ºNº.
A starter safety device will prevent the
starter from operating if the selector
lever is in any drive position.
4. Automatic transmission only:
De-
press the brake pedal and hold it to
the floor until driving off.
How to start the engineÐ
(a) Before cranking

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Replacing wheels
WHEN TO REPLACE YOUR WHEELS
If you have wheel damage such as
bending, cracks or heavy corrosion, the
wheel should be replaced.
If you fail to replace damaged wheels, the
tire may slip off the wheel or they may
cause loss of handling control.
WHEEL SELECTION
When replacing wheels, care should be
taken to ensure that the wheels are re-
placed by ones with the same load ca-
pacity, diameter, rim width, and offset.
Correct replacement wheels are available
at your Toyota dealer.
A wheel of a different size or type may
adversely affect handling, wheel and bear-
ing life, brake cooling, speedometer/odom-
eter calibration, stopping ab
ility, headlight
aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clear-
ance, and tire or snow chain clearance to
the body and chassis. Replacement with used wheels is not rec-
ommended as they may have been sub-
jected to rough treatment or high mileage
and could fail without warning. Also, bent
wheels which have been straightened may
have structural damage and therefore
should not be used. Never use an inner
tube in a leaking wheel which is designed
for a tubeless tire.
Aluminum wheel precautions
After driving your vehicle the first 1600
km (1000 miles), check that the wheel
nuts are tight.
If you have rotated, repaired, or
changed your tires, check that the
wheel nuts are still tight after driving
1600 km (1000 miles).
When using tire chains, be careful not
to damage the aluminum wheels.
Use only the Toyota wheel nuts and
wrench designed for your aluminum
wheels.
When balancing your wheels, use only
Toyota balance weights or equivalent
and a plastic or rubber hammer.
As with any wheel, periodically check
your aluminum wheels for damage. If
damaged, replace immediately.

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Part 8
SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions and weight
Engine
Fuel
Service specifications

Ti r es
Fuses Dimensions and weight
TWO- WHEEL DRIVE MODELS EXCEPT PRE RUNNER
Normal cab models Xtra- cab models
Overall length mm (in.)
Overall height *
5
mm (in.)
Front tread mm (in.)
Rear tread mm (in.)
Cargo weight rating kg (lb.)
Overall width mm (in.)
Wheelbase mm (in.)
4540 (178.7)
*
1
4690 (184.6) *
2 5010 (197.2)
*
1
5155 (203.0) *
2
1690 (66.5)
1580 (62.2) *
4
3095 (121.9)
1425 (56.1)
1440 (56.7) 500 (1100) *
6
430 (950) *
7
295 (650) *
8
500 (1100)
*
6
430 (950) *
7
1415 (55.7)
*
3
1440 (56.7) *
4
1395 (54.9)
*
3
1425 (56.1) *
4
2625 (103.3)
1575 (62.0)
*
3
1580 (62.2)
1690 (66.5)
* 1
: Without rear step bumper
* 2
: With rear step bumper
* 3
: With P195/75R14 tires
* 4
: With P215/70R14 tires
* 5
: Unladen vehicle
* 6
: With 1 or 2 occupants
* 7
: With 3 occupants
* 8
: With 5 occupants

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Model:
2RZ- FE, 3RZ- FE and 5VZ- FE
Type: 2RZ- FE and 3RZ- FE engine4 cylinder in line, 4 cycle, gasoline
5VZ- FE engine
6 cylinder V type, 4 cycle, gasoline
Bore and stroke, mm (in.): 2RZ- FE engine95.0 86.0 (3.74 3.39)
3RZ- FE engine
95.0 95.0 (3.74 3.74)
5VZ- FE engine
93.5 82.0 (3.68 3.23)
Displacement, cm 3
(cu. in.):
2RZ- FE engine 2438 (148.8)
3RZ- FE engine 2694 (164.3)
5VZ- FE engine 3378 (206.1)
FOUR- WHEEL DRIVE MODELS AND PRE RUNNER
Normal cab models Xtra- cab models
Overall length mm (in.)
Overall height *
4
mm (in.)
Front tread mm (in.)
Rear tread mm (in.)
Cargo weight rating kg (lb.)
Overall width mm (in.)
Wheelbase mm (in.)
4665 (183.7) 5135 (202.2)
1690 (66.5)*
1
1720 (67.7) *
2
1765 (69.5) *
3
1720 (62.7) *
1
1750 (68.9) *
2
3095 (121.9)
1460 (57.5) *
7
1500 (59.1) *
8
500 (1100) *
9
317 (700) *
10
500 (1100)
1455 (57.3)
*
7
1495 (58.9) *
8
1460 (57.5)
*
5
1500 (59.1) *
6
2625 (103.3)
1715 (67.5)
*
1
1745 (68.7) *
2
1690 (66.5)
*
1
1720 (67.7) *
2
1765 (69.5) *
3
1455 (57.3) *
7
1495 (58.9) *
8
* 1
: With P225/75R15 tires
* 2
: With P265/75R15 tires or with 31 10.5R15LT tires
* 3
: With wheel opening extension
* 4
: Unladen vehicle
* 5
: With steel wheels plus P225/75R15 tires
* 6
: With steel wheels plus P265/75R15 tires or with aluminum wheels
* 7
: With steel wheels
* 8
: With aluminum wheels
* 9
: With 3 occupants
* 10
: With 5 occupants