2000 Toyota Tacoma Owners Manual

lease the “(cid:1)” or “(cid:2)” under the “SEEK”. Do this again to find another station.

the radio finds and the next station up or down the

·SCAN” will appear on

the seek mode,

“SCAN” again.

If

Cassette Player By using this button, you can skip up or down to a different track. You can skip up to nine tracks at a time. Push the up or down side of the button. “FF 1” or “REW 1” will appear on the display. Next, push either side of the track button until the number on the display reaches the number of tracks you want to skip. If you push the button ten times, the skip feature will be turned off. When counting the number of tracks you want to rewind, remember to count the current track as well. For example, if you want to rewind to a song that is two be- fore the song you are listening to, push on the down side of the button until “REW 3” appears on the display. If you have pushed the track button more than you wanted to, push the other side of the button. The track number will be reduced. The track number you select is not valid if it is higher than the number of tracks remaining on the current cassette side. (cid:2) After tape

the beginning of

is the player will automatically

reached, start playing the same side.

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TUNE (Tuning) Your Toyota has an electronic tuning radio (ETR). Turn the knob clockwise to step up the frequency. Turn the knob counterclock- wise to step down the frequency.

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(cid:2) After the end of the tape is reached, the player will automatically reverse sides and start playing the other side. There must be at least 3 seconds of blank space between tracks for the track button to work correctly. In addition, the feature may not work well with some spoken word, live, or classical recordings. ST (Stereo reception) display Your radio automatically changes to stereo reception when a stereo broadcast is re- ceived. “ST” appears on the display. If the signal becomes weak, the radio reduces the amount of channel separation to prev- ent the weak signal from creating noise. If the signal becomes extremely weak, the radio switches from stereo to mono recep- tion. TRACK (Track up/down button): Compact disc player By using this button, you can skip up or down to a different track. Push either side of the track button until the number of the track you want to listen to appears on the display. If you want to return the current track, push the down side of the button one time, quickly.

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Details of specific buttons, controls, and features are described in the alphabetical listing that follows.

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1 2 3 4 5 6 (Preset buttons) These buttons are used tune in radio stations. To preset a station to a button: Tune in the desired station (see “TUNE” knob or “SEEK” button). Push and hold down the button until you hear a beep—this will set the station to the button. The button num- ber will appear on the display. To tune in to a preset station: Push the button for the station you want. The but- ton number and station frequency will ap- pear on the display. These systems can store one AM and two FM stations for each button (The display will show “AM”, “FM1” or “FM2” when you push “AM” “FM1·2”).

(Eject button) the cassette

Push tape eject button to eject a cassette. Push the compact disc eject button to eject a compact disc. After you turn the ignition to “LOCK”, you will be able to eject a cassette or disc but you will not be able to reinsert it.

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(Program)

Push “ ” to select the other side of a cassette tape. The display indicates which ” indicates side is currently selected (“ top side, “ Auto- reverse the cassette player reaches the end of a tape side, it automatically reverses and begins to play the other side. This is true whether the cassette was playing or fast forwarding.

” indicates bottom side). feature: After

(Reverse/Fast forward buttons)

Cassette Player Push the fast forward button to fast for- ward a cassette tape. “FF” will appear on the display. Push the reverse button to rewind a tape. “REW” will appear on the display. To stop the tape while it is fast forward- ing, push forward button or “TAPE”; to stop the tape while it is re- winding, push reverse button or “TAPE”. If a tape side rewinds completely, the cas- sette player will stop and then play that same side. If a tape fast forwards com- pletely, the cassette player will play the other side of the tape, using the auto- re- verse feature.

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Compact Disc Player If you want forward or reverse to fast through a compact disc track, push and hold in the fast forward or reverse button. When you release the button, the compact disc player will resume playing. AM Push “AM” to turn on the radio and select the AM band. “AM” will appear on the display. If the audio system is off, you can turn on the radio by pushing “AM”. Also, push “AM” to switch from cassette or compact disc operation to radio operation. CTRL / MODE (Audio control and mode adjustment) Manual tone adjustment function— This knob the manually. For “CTRL appears on knob to suit your preference. The display will show the “BAS -5” to “BAS 5”.

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CD (Compact Disc) Push “CD” to switch from radio or cas- sette operation to compact disc operation. If the audio system is off, you can turn on the compact disc player by pushing “CD”. In both cases, a disc must already be loaded in the player. When the audio is set into compact disc operation, the display shows the track or, track and disc number currently being played. Each the system changes to the automatic changer. If the player malfunctions, your audio sys- tem will display one of the six following error messages. If “WAIT” appears on the display, it indi- cates that the inside of the player unit may be too hot due to the very high ambi- ent temperature. Remove the disc or mag- azine from the player and allow the player to cool down. If “Err 1” appears on the display, it indicates the disc is dirty, damaged, or it was the disc or insert it correctly. If “Err 2” appears on the display, indicates no disc magazine. Insert a disc.

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If “Err 3” or “Err 4” appears on the display, it indicates there is a trouble in- side the system. Eject the disc or maga- zine. Set the disc or magazine again. If “OPEn” appears on the display, it indicates the compact disc auto changer lid is open. Close the compact disc auto changer lid. If the malfunction is not rectified, take your vehicle to your Toyota dealer. DISC (cid:2)(cid:1) Compact disc auto changer only— By using this button, you can select a disc you wish to listen to. Push either side of the button until the number of the disc you want to listen to appears on the display. Dolby(cid:3) If you are listening to a tape that was recorded with Dolby(cid:3) B Noise Reduction, push the button marked with the double- D symbol. The double- D symbol will appear on the display. Push the button again to turn off Dolby(cid:3) B NR. The Dolby NR mode reduces tape noise by about 10 dB. For best sound reproduc- tion, play your tapes with this button on or off according to the mode used for recording the tape.

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left/right adjustment, push “CTRL

tone adjustment, push / MODE” repeatedly until “TRE” the

For high- pitch “CTRL appears on knob to suit your preference. The display will show the “TRE -5” to “TRE 5”. Sound balance adjustment function— This knob the sound balance between the front and rear, and the right and left speakers. For MODE” repeatedly until “BAL” appears on the display. Then turn the knob to adjust the left/right balance. The display will show “BAL- L7” to “BAL- R7”. Models with rear speakers—for front/rear adjustment, push “CTRL / MODE” repeat- edly until “FAd” appears on the display. Then turn the knob to adjust the front/rear balance. The display will show “FAd- F7” to “FAd- R7”.

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: Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. “DOLBY” and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. FM1·2
Push “FM1·2” to turn on the radio and select the FM band. “FM1” or “FM2” will appear on the display. This system allows you to set twelve FM stations, two for each button. If the audio system is off, you can turn on the radio by pushing “FM1·2”. Also, push “FM1·2” to switch from cassette or compact disc operation to radio operation. PWR/VOL (Power/Volume) Push “PWR/VOL” to turn the audio system on and off. Turn “PWR/VOL” to adjust the volume. RAND (Random) There are two random features—you can either listen to the tracks on all the com- pact discs in the magazine in random or- der, or only tracks on a specific compact disc in random order.

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To randomly play the tracks on a disc: Quickly push and release “RAND”. “RAND” will appear on the display. The disc you are listening to will play in random order. If you hear a beep, you held the button too long, and the player will play all the tracks in the magazine in random order. To feature, push “RAND” again. Compact disc auto changer only— To randomly play all the tracks magazine: Push and hold “RAND” until you hear a beep. “ ·RAND” will appear on the dis- play and the player will perform all the tracks on all the discs in the magazine in random order. To turn off the random fea- ture, push “RAND” again. RPT (Repeat) Cassette Player is playing. Push “RPT” while “RPT” will appear on the display. When the it will automatically be rewound and replayed. This process will be continued until you push the button again to turn off the repeat feature. There must be at least 3 seconds of blank space between tracks in order for the re- peat feature to work correctly.

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Compact Disc Player There are two repeat features—you can either replay a disc track or a whole com- pact disc. Repeating a track: Quickly push and release “RPT” while the track is playing. “RPT” will appear on the display. If you hear a beep, you held the button too long, and the player will repeat the whole disc. When the track ends, it will automatically be replayed. This pro- cess will be continued until you push the button again to turn off the repeat feature. Compact disc auto changer only— Repeating a disc: Push and hold “RPT” until you hear a beep. “ ·RPT” will appear on the dis- play. The player will repeat all the tracks on the disc you are listening to. When the disc ends, the player will automatically go back the disc and replay. This process will be continued until you push the button again to turn off the repeat feature.

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SCAN Radio You can either scan all the frequencies on a band or scan only the preset stations for that band. To scan the preset stations: Push and hold “SCAN” until you hear a beep. The radio will tune in the next pres- et station up the band, stay there for 5
seconds, and then move to the next pre- set station. To select a station, push “SCAN” again. To scan all the frequencies: Quickly push and release “SCAN”. If you hear a beep, you held the button too long, and the radio will scan the preset sta- tions. The radio will find the next station up the station band, stay there for 5 se- conds, and then scan again. To select a station, push “SCAN” again. Compact disc player There are two scan features—you can ei- ther scan the tracks on a specific disc or scan the first tracks of all the discs in the magazine.

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Scanning the tracks on a disc: Quickly push and release “SCAN”. “SCAN” will appear on the display and the player will scan all the tracks on the disc you are listening to. If you hear a beep, you held the button too long, and the player will scan the first track of all the discs in the magazine. To select a track, push “SCAN” again. If the player scanned all the tracks on the disc, it will stop scan- ning. Compact disc auto changer only— Scanning the first track of all the discs in the magazine: “SCAN” until you hear a beep. Push “ the display and the player will perform the first track of the next disc. To select a disc, push the the player has scanned all the discs, it will stop scan- ning. SEEK (Seeking) Radio In plays station band. To seek a station, quickly push and re- lease the “(cid:1)” or “(cid:2)” under the “SEEK”. Do this again to find another station.

the radio finds and the next station up or down the

·SCAN” will appear on

the seek mode,

“SCAN” again.

If

Cassette Player By using this button, you can skip up or down to a different track. You can skip up to nine tracks at a time. Push the up or down side of the button. “FF 1” or “REW 1” will appear on the display. Next, push either side of the track button until the number on the display reaches the number of tracks you want to skip. If you push the button ten times, the skip feature will be turned off. When counting the number of tracks you want to rewind, remember to count the current track as well. For example, if you want to rewind to a song that is two be- fore the song you are listening to, push on the down side of the button until “REW 3” appears on the display. If you have pushed the track button more than you wanted to, push the other side of the button. The track number will be reduced. The track number you select is not valid if it is higher than the number of tracks remaining on the current cassette side. (cid:2) After tape

the beginning of

is the player will automatically

reached, start playing the same side.

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TRACK (Track up/down button): Compact disc player By using this button, you can skip up or down to a different track. Push either side of the track button until the number of the track you want to listen to appears on the display. If you want to return the current track, push the down side of the button one time, quickly. TUNE (Tuning) Your Toyota has an electronic tuning radio (ETR). Turn the knob clockwise to step up the frequency. Turn the knob counterclock- wise to step down the frequency.

the beginning of

to

(cid:2) After the end of the tape is reached, the player will automatically reverse sides and start playing the other side. There must be at least 3 seconds of blank space between tracks for the track button to work correctly. In addition, the feature may not work well with some spoken word, live, or classical recordings. ST (Stereo reception) display Your radio automatically changes to stereo reception when a stereo broadcast is re- ceived. “ST” appears on the display. If the signal becomes weak, the radio reduces the amount of channel separation to prev- ent the weak signal from creating noise. If the signal becomes extremely weak, the radio switches from stereo to mono recep- tion. TAPE Push “TAPE” to switch from radio or com- pact disc operation to cassette operation. If the audio system is off, you can turn on the cassette player by pushing “TAPE”. In both cases, a cassette must already be loaded in the player.

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(Program)

Push “ ” to select the other side of a cassette tape. The display indicates which ” indicates side is currently selected (“ top side, “ Auto- reverse the cassette player reaches the end of a tape side, it automatically reverses and begins to play the other side. This is true whether the cassette was playing or fast forwarding.

” indicates bottom side). feature: After

(Reverse/Fast forward buttons)

Cassette Player Push the fast forward button to fast for- ward a cassette tape. “FF” will appear on the display. Push the reverse button to rewind a tape. “REW” will appear on the display. To stop the tape while it is fast forward- ing, push forward button or “TAPE”; to stop the tape while it is re- winding, push reverse button or “TAPE”.

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1 2 3 4 5 6 (Preset buttons) These buttons are used tune in radio stations. To preset a station to a button: Tune in the desired station (see “TUNE” knob or “SEEK” button). Push and hold down the button until you hear a beep—this will set the station to the button. The button num- ber will appear on the display. To tune in to a preset station: Push the button for the station you want. The but- ton number and station frequency will ap- pear on the display. These systems can store one AM and two FM stations for each button (The display will show “AM”, “FM1” or “FM2” when you push “AM” “FM1·2”).

(Eject button) the cassette

Push tape eject button to eject a cassette. Push the compact disc eject button to eject a compact disc. After you turn the ignition to “LOCK”, you will be able to eject a cassette or disc but you will not be able to reinsert it.

If a tape side rewinds completely, the cas- sette player will stop and then play that same side. If a tape fast forwards com- pletely, the cassette player will play the other side of the tape, using the auto- re- verse feature. Compact Disc Player If you want to fast forward or reverse through a compact disc track, push and hold in the fast forward or reverse button. When you release the button, the compact disc player will resume playing. AM Push “AM” to turn on the radio and select the AM band. “AM” will appear on the display. If the audio system is off, you can turn on the radio by pushing “AM”. Also, push “AM” to switch from cassette or compact disc operation to radio operation.

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For front/rear adjustment, push “CONTROL / MODE” repeatedly until “FAd” appears on turn to adjust the front/rear balance. The display will show the “FAd- F7” to “FAd- R7”. For left/right adjustment, push “CONTROL / MODE” repeatedly until “BAL” appears on to turn adjust the left/right balance. The display will show “BAL- L7” to “BAL- R7”. CD (Compact Disc) Push “CD” to switch from radio or cas- sette operation to compact disc operation. If the audio system is off, you can turn on the compact disc player by pushing “CD”. In both cases, a disc must already be loaded in the player. When the audio is set into compact disc operation, the display shows the track or, track and disc number currently being played. Each the system changes to the automatic changer. If the player malfunctions, your audio sys- tem will display one of the six following error messages.

time you push “CD”,

inserted up- side down. Clean

If “WAIT” appears on the display, it indi- cates that the inside of the player unit may be too hot due to the very high ambi- ent temperature. Remove the disc or mag- azine from the player and allow the player to cool down. If “Err 1” appears on the display, it indicates the disc is dirty, damaged, or it was the disc or insert it correctly. If “Err 2” appears on the display, indicates no disc magazine. Insert a disc. If “Err 3” or “Err 4” appears on the display, it indicates there is a trouble in- side the system. Eject the disc or maga- zine. Set the disc or magazine again. If “OPEn” appears on the display, it indicates the compact disc auto changer lid is open. Close the compact disc auto changer lid. If the malfunction is not rectified, take your vehicle to your Toyota dealer.

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CONTROL / MODE (Audio control and mode adjustment) Manual tone adjustment function— This knob the manually. tone adjustment, push For “CONTROL repeatedly until “BAS” appears on the display. Then turn the knob to suit your preference. The display will show “BAS -5” to “BAS 5”. For middle- pitch tone adjustment, push “CONTROL / MODE” repeatedly until “MId” appears on the knob to suit your preference. The display will show the range from “MId - 5” to “MId 5”. tone adjustment, push For high- pitch “CONTROL repeatedly until “TRE” appears on the display. Then turn the knob to suit your preference. The display will show “TRE -5” to “TRE 5”. Sound balance adjustment function— This knob the sound balance between the front and rear, and the right and left speakers.

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B NR*

DISC (cid:2)(cid:1) Compact disc auto changer only— By using this button, you can select a disc you wish to listen to. Push either side of the button until the number of the disc you want to listen to appears on the display. Dolby(cid:3) If you are listening to a tape that was recorded with Dolby(cid:3) B Noise Reduction, push the button marked with the double- D symbol. The double- D symbol will appear on the display. Push the button again to turn off Dolby(cid:3) B NR. The Dolby NR mode reduces tape noise by about 10 dB. For best sound reproduc- tion, play your tapes with this button on or off according to the mode used for recording the tape. : Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. “DOLBY” and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. FM1·2
Push “FM1·2” to turn on the radio and select the FM band. “FM1” or “FM2” will appear on the display. This system allows you to set twelve FM stations, two for each button.

If the audio system is off, you can turn on the radio by pushing “FM1·2”. Also, push “FM1·2” to switch from cassette or compact disc operation to radio operation. PWR·VOL (Power and Volume) Push “PWR·VOL” to turn the audio system on and off. Turn “PWR·VOL” to adjust the volume. RAND (Random) There are two random features—you can either listen to the tracks on all the com- pact discs in the magazine in random or- der, or only tracks on a specific compact disc in random order. To randomly play the tracks on a disc: Quickly push and release “ ” will appear on the display. The disc you are listening to will play in random order. If you hear a beep, you held the button too long, and the player will play all the tracks in the magazine in random order. To turn off the random feature, push this button again.

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Compact disc auto changer only— To randomly play all the tracks magazine: Push and hold “ ” until you hear a ” will appear on the dis- beep. “ play and the player will perform all the tracks on all the discs in the magazine in random order. To turn off the random fea- ture, push this button again. RPT (Repeat) Cassette Player Push “ ” while the track is playing. ” will appear on the display. When “ the track ends, it will automatically be rewound and replayed. This process will be continued until you push the button again to turn off the repeat feature. There must be at least 3 seconds of blank space between tracks in order for the re- peat feature to work correctly.

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SCAN Radio You can either scan all the frequencies on a band or scan only the preset stations for that band. To scan the preset stations: Push and hold “SCAN” until you hear a beep. The radio will tune in the next pres- et station up the band, stay there for 5
seconds, and then move to the next pre- set station. To select a station, push “SCAN” again. To scan all the frequencies: Quickly push and release “SCAN”. If you hear a beep, you held the button too long, and the radio will scan the preset sta- tions. The radio will find the next station up the station band, stay there for 5 se- conds, and then scan again. To select a station, push “SCAN” again.

Compact Disc Player There are two repeat features—You can either replay a disc track or a whole com- pact disc. Repeating a track: Quickly push and release “ ” while the track is playing. “ ” will appear on the display. If you hear a beep, you held the button too long, and the player will repeat the whole disc. When the track ends, it will automatically be replayed. This pro- cess will be continued until you push the button again to turn off the repeat feature. Compact disc auto changer only— Repeating a disc: Push and hold “ ” until you hear a ” will appear on the display. beep. “ The player will repeat all the tracks on the disc you are listening to. When the disc ends, the player will automatically go back to the top track of the disc and replay. This process will be continued until you push the button again to turn off the re- peat feature.

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Compact disc player There are two scan features—you can ei- ther scan the tracks on a specific disc or scan the first tracks of all the discs in the magazine. Scanning the tracks on a disc: Quickly push and release “SCAN”. “SCAN” will appear on the display and the player will scan all the tracks on the disc you are listening to. If you hear a beep, you held the button too long, and the player will scan the first track of all the discs in the magazine. To select a track, push “SCAN” again. If the player scanned all the tracks on the disc, it will stop scan- ning. Compact disc auto changer only— Scanning the first track of all the discs in the magazine: “SCAN” until you hear a beep. Push “ the display and the player will perform the first track of the next disc. To select a disc, push the the player has scanned all the discs, it will stop scan- ning.

·SCAN” will appear on

“SCAN” again.

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the seek mode,

the radio finds and the next station up or down the

SEEK (Seeking) Radio In plays station band. To seek a station, quickly push and re- lease the “(cid:1)” or “(cid:2)” under the “SEEK”. Do this again to find another station. Cassette Player By using this button, you can skip up or down to a different track. You can skip up to nine tracks at a time. Push the up or down side of the button. “FF 1” or “REW 1” will appear on the display. Next, push either side of the track button until the number on the display reaches the number of tracks you want to skip. If you push the button ten times, the skip feature will be turned off. When counting the number of tracks you want to rewind, remember to count the current track as well. For example, if you want to rewind to a song that is two be- fore the song you are listening to, push on the down side of the button until “REW 3” appears on the display.

If you have pushed the track button more than you wanted to, push the other side of the button. The track number will be reduced. The track number you select is not valid if it is higher than the number of tracks remaining on the current cassette side. (cid:2) After tape

the beginning of

is the player will automatically

reached, start playing the same side.

the

(cid:2) After the end of the tape is reached, the player will automatically reverse sides and start playing the other side. There must be at least 3 seconds of blank space between tracks for the track button to work correctly. In addition, the feature may not work well with some spoken word, live, or classical recordings. ST (Stereo reception) display Your radio automatically changes to stereo reception when a stereo broadcast is re- ceived. “ST” appears on the display. If the signal becomes weak, the radio reduces the amount of channel separation to prev- ent the weak signal from creating noise. If the signal becomes extremely weak, the radio switches from stereo to mono recep- tion.

TAPE Push “TAPE” to switch from radio or com- pact disc operation to cassette operation. If the audio system is off, you can turn on the cassette player by pushing “TAPE”. In both cases, a cassette must already be loaded in the player. TRACK (Track up/down button): Compact disc player By using this button, you can skip up or down to a different track. Push either side of the track button until the number of the track you want to listen to appears on the display. If you want to return the current track, push the down side of the button one time, quickly. TUNE (Tuning) Your Toyota has an electronic tuning radio (ETR). Turn the knob clockwise to step up the frequency. Turn the knob counterclock- wise to step down the frequency.

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 (Eject button)

Push this button to eject a compact disc. After you turn the ignition to “LOCK”, you will be able to eject a disc but you will not be able to reinsert it. DISC IN (Disc indicator) When the compact disc is inserted, the disc indicator on the right side of “DISC IN” turns on.

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Car audio system operating hints

NOTICE

To ensure the correct audio system operation: (cid:1) Be careful not to spill beverages

over the audio system.

(cid:1) Do not put anything other than a cassette tape or Compact Disc into the slot.

(cid:1) The use of cellular phone inside or near the vehicle may cause a noise from the speakers of the audio sys- tem which you are listening to. However, this does not indicate a malfunction.

RADIO RECEPTION Usually, a problem with radio reception does not mean there is a problem with your radio—it is just the normal result of conditions outside the vehicle. For example, nearby buildings and terrain can interfere with FM reception. Power lines or telephone wires can interfere with AM signals. And of course, radio signals have a limited range. The farther you are from a station, the weaker its signal will be. conditions change constantly as your vehicle moves.

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Here are some common reception prob- lems that probably do not indicate a prob- lem with your radio: FM Fading and drifting stations—Generally, the effective range of FM is about 40 km (25
miles). Once outside this range, you may notice fading and drifting, which increase with the distance from the radio transmit- ter. They are often accompanied by distor- tion. Multi- path—FM reflective, making it possible for two signals to reach your antenna at the same time. If this happens, the signals will cancel each oth- er out, causing a momentary flutter or loss of reception. Static and fluttering—These occur when signals are blocked by buildings, trees, or other large objects. Increasing the bass level may reduce static and fluttering. the FM signal you Station swapping—If are interrupted or weak- is ened, and there is another strong station nearby on the FM band, your radio may tune in the second station until the origi- nal signal can be picked up again.

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AM Fading—AM broadcasts are reflected by the upper atmosphere—especially at night. These reflected signals can interfere with those received directly from the radio sta- tion, causing the radio station to sound alternately strong and weak. Station interference—When a reflected sig- nal and a signal received directly from a radio station are very nearly the same frequency, interfere with each other, making it difficult to hear the broad- cast. Static—AM is easily affected by external sources of electrical noise, such as high tension power lines, lightening, or electri- cal motors. This results in static. CARING FOR YOUR CASSETTE PLAYER AND TAPES For the best performance for your cas- sette player and tapes: Clean the tape head and other parts regu- larly. (cid:2) A dirty

tape head or tape path can decrease sound quality and tangle your cassette to clean them is by using a cleaning tape. (A wet type is recommended.)

tapes. The easiest way

Use high- quality cassettes. (cid:2) Low- quality cassette tapes can cause many problems, including poor sound, inconsistent and constant auto- reversing. They can also get stuck or tangled in the cassette player.

playing

speed,

(cid:2) Do not use a cassette if it has been damaged or tangled or if its label is peeling off.

(cid:2) Do not leave a cassette in the player if you are not listening to it, especially if it is hot outside.

(cid:2) Store cassettes in their cases and out

of direct sunlight.

(cid:2) Avoid using cassettes with a total play- ing time longer than 100 minutes (50
minutes per side). The tape used in these cassettes is thin and could get stuck or tangled in the cassette player.

CARING FOR YOUR COMPACT DISC PLAYER AND DISCS (cid:2) Use only compact discs

labeled as

shown.

(cid:2) Extremely high temperatures can keep your compact disc player from working. On hot days, use the air conditioning to cool the vehicle interior before you listen to a disc.

(cid:2) Bumpy roads or other vibrations may

make your compact disc player skip.

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(cid:2) Your automatic changer or compact disc player cannot play special shaped or low- quality compact discs such as those shown here. Do not use them as the changer or player could be dam- aged.

inserting

(cid:2) Handle compact discs carefully, espe- them. cially when you are them on the edge and do not Hold bend them. Avoid getting fingerprints on them, particularly on the shiny side. (cid:2) Dirt, scrapes, warping, pin holes, or other disc damage could cause the player to skip or to repeat a section of a track. (To see a pin hole, hold the disc up to the light.)

(cid:2) Remove discs from the compact disc

them. Store

player when you are not listening to their plastic cases away from moisture, heat, and direct sunlight.

them

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To clean a compact disc: Wipe it with a soft, lint- free cloth that has been damp- ened with water. Wipe in a straight line from the center to the edge of the disc (not in circles). Dry it with another soft, lint- free cloth. Do not use a conventional record cleaner or anti- static device.

(cid:2) If moisture gets into your compact disc player, you may not hear any sound even though your compact disc player appears the disc from the player and wait until it dries.

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CAUTION

Compact disc players use invisible la- ser beam which could cause hazard- ous if directed outside the unit. Be sure to operate the player correctly as instructed.

radiation exposure

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SECTION 1- 8

OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Air conditioning system Controls Air flow selector settings Operating tips Side vents

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1. Air Intake Selector 2. Temperature Selector 3. Air Flow Selector 4. Fan Speed Selector 5. “A/C” Button (on some models)

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to increase,

Fan speed selector Move the lever to adjust the fan speed— to to decrease. Temperature selector Turn the knob to adjust the temperature— to the right to warm, to the left to cool.

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5. Windshield—Air flows mainly from the

windshield vents. Use with the air intake selector posi- tioned in Fresh.

For details about air flow selector settings, see the illustration after “A/C” button. Turning to wind- shield position turns on the defroster to clear the front view more quickly.

the Air Flow Selector

Air flow selector Turn the knob to select the vents used for air flow. 1. Panel—Air

flows mainly

from

the

instrument panel vents.

2. Bi- level—Air flows from both the floor vents and the instrument panel vents. 3. Floor—Air flows mainly from the floor

vents.

the

4. Floor/Windshield—Air

flows mainly floor vents and windshield

from vents. Use with the air intake selector posi- tioned in Fresh.

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“A/C” button To turn on the air conditioning, press the “A/C” button. The “A/C” button indicator will come on. To turn the air conditioning off, press the button again. If the “A/C” button indicator flashes, there is a problem in the air conditioning system and the air conditioning automatically shuts off. If this happens, take your ve- hicle to a Toyota dealer for service.

Air intake selector Move the lever to select the air source. 1. Recirculate—Recirculates the air inside

the vehicle.

2. Fresh—Draws outside air into the sys-

tem.

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Operating tips (cid:1) To cool off your Toyota after

it has been parked in the hot sun, drive with the windows open for a few minutes. This vents the hot air, allowing the air conditioning to cool the interior more quickly.

(cid:1) Make sure the air intake grilles in front of the windshield are not blocked (by leaves or snow, for example).

(cid:1) On humid days, do not blow cold air on the windshield. The windshield could fog up because of the difference in air temperature on the inside and outside of the windshield.

(cid:1) Keep the area under the front seats clear to allow air to circulate through- out the vehicle.

(cid:1) On cold days, move the fan speed to “HI” for a minute to help clear the in- take ducts of snow or moisture. This can reduce the amount of fogging on the windows.

(cid:1) When driving on dusty roads, close all windows. If dust thrown up by the ve- hicle is still drawn into the vehicle after closing the windows, it is recommended that the air intake selector be set to FRESH and the fan speed selector to any setting except “OFF”.

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(cid:1) If following another vehicle on a dusty road, or driving in windy and dusty conditions, it is recommended that the air intake selector be temporarily set to RECIRCULATE, which will close off the outside passage and prevent outside air and dust from entering the vehicle interior.

Heating For best results, set controls to:

Air conditioning For best results, set controls to:

Fan speed—Any setting except “OFF” Temperature—Towards WARM

Fan speed—Any setting except “OFF” Temperature—Towards COLD

(red zone)

Air intake—FRESH (outside air) Air flow—FLOOR Air conditioning—OFF

(blue zone)

Air intake—FRESH (outside air) Air flow—PANEL Air conditioning—ON

for a

few minutes. To keep

(cid:1) For quick heating, select recirculated air the windows from fogging, select fresh af- ter interior has been warmed.

the vehicle

(cid:1) Press the “A/C” button on for dehumidi-

fied heating.

(cid:1) Choose floor/windshield air flow to heat the vehicle interior while defrosting or defogging the windshield.

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(cid:1) For quick cooling, move the air intake selector to recirculate for a few min- utes.

Ventilation For best results, set controls to:

Fan speed—Any setting except “OFF” Temperature—Towards COLD

(blue zone)

Air intake—FRESH (outside air) Air flow—PANEL Air conditioning—OFF

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Defogging The inside of the windshield For best results, set controls to:

Defrosting The outside of the windshield For best results, set controls to:

Fan speed—Any setting except “OFF” Temperature—Towards WARM

Fan speed—Any setting except “OFF” Temperature—Towards WARM

Side vents

(red zone) to heat; COLD (blue zone) to cool

Air intake—FRESH (outside air) Air flow—WINDSHIELD

the “A/C” button

the Air Flow Selector

Turning to wind- shield position turns on the defroster to clear the front view more quickly. Vehicles with “A/C” button— Press for dehumidified heating or cooling. This setting clears the front view more quickly. (cid:1) On humid days, do not blow cold air on the windshield—the difference be- tween the outside and inside tempera- tures could make the fogging worse.

(red zone)

Air intake—FRESH (outside air) Air flow—WINDSHIELD

the Air Flow Selector

Turning to wind- shield position turns on the defroster to clear the front view more quickly. Vehicles with “A/C” button— Press for dehumidified heating or cooling. This setting clears the front view more quickly. (cid:1) To heat the vehicle interior while de- floor/

the windshield, choose

the “A/C” button

frosting windshield air flow.

If air flow control is not satisfactory, check the side vents. The side vents may be opened or closed as shown.

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SECTION 1- 9

OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Other equipment Clock Cigarette lighter and ashtray Power outlets Glove box Cup holder Floor mat

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Clock

Cigarette lighter and ashtray

If the electrical power source has been disconnected from the clock, the time dis- play will automatically be set to 1:00 (one o’clock). When lights are turned on, the brightness of the time in- dication will be reduced.

instrument panel

the

The digital clock indicates the time. The key must be in the “ACC” or “ON” position. To reset the hour: Push the “H” button. To reset the minutes: Push the “M” button. If quick adjustment to a full hour is de- sired, push the “:00” button. if the “:00” button is de- For example, pressed when is between 1:01—1:29, the time will change to 1:00. If the time will change to 2:00.

is between 1:30—1:59,

time

time

the

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CIGARETTE LIGHTER To use the cigarette lighter, press it in. When it becomes heated, it automatical- ly pops out ready for use. If the engine is not running, the key must be in the “ACC” position. Do not hold the cigarette lighter pressed in. Use a Toyota genuine cigarette lighter or equivalent for replacement.

ASHTRAY To use the ashtray, pull it out. finished with your cigarette, thor- When oughly extinguish it in the ashtray to pre- vent other cigarette butts from catching fire. After using the ashtray, push it back in completely. To remove the ashtray, press down on the lock spring plate and pull out.

CAUTION

To reduce the chance of in case of an accident or sudden stop while driving, always push the ash- tray back in completely after using.

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Power outlets

The power outlets are designed power supply for car accessories. The key must be in the “ACC” or “ON” position for the power outlets to be used.

for

NOTICE

(cid:1) To prevent the fuse from being blown, do not use the electricity over the total vehicle capacity of 12V/120W.

(cid:1) To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not use the power outlets longer than necessary when the engine is not running.

(cid:1) Close the power outlet lids when the power outlets are not in use. Inserting a foreign object other than the appropriate plug that fits the outlet, or allowing any liquid into the outlet may cause electrical fail- ure or short circuits.

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Glove box

Cup holder

To open the glove box door, pull the lever. On some models, the glove box light will come on when the glove box is open with the instrument panel lights on.

The cup holder is designed for holding cups or drink- cans securely its holes. To use the second cup holder, pull it out.

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CAUTION

To reduce the chance of in case of an accident or a sudden stop, always keep the glove box door closed while driving.

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CAUTION

(cid:1) Xtra- cab models only: Do not use the second cup holder when you move passenger’s seat for rear seat entry. The seat may interfere with second cup holder and the drink may spill over the occupants. If the spilled drink is hot, it may cause burns.

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(cid:1) Do not place anything else other than cups or drink- cans on the cup holder, as such items may be thrown about in the compartment and possibly injure people in the vehicle during sudden braking or in an accident.

(cid:1) To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or sudden stop while driving, keep the second cup holder closed when it is not in use.

NOTICE

Xtra-cab models only: Do not use the second cup holder when you move passenger’s seat for rear seat entry. The seat may interfere with the sec- ond cup holder and the spilled drink may cause a malfunction on the elec- trical components.

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Cup holder (Xtra- cab models)

Floor mat

The cup holder is designed for holding cups fit securely in its holes. To use the cup holder, raise the folding table under the right- rear seat. Stand the table by compressing and turning down the table legs.

CAUTION

(cid:1) Do not place anything else other than cups on the cup holder, as such item may be thrown about in the compartment and possibly in- jure people in the vehicle during sudden braking or an accident.

(cid:1) To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or sudden stop while driving, keep the cup holder 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.

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CAUTION

Make sure the floor mat is properly placed on the floor carpet. If the floor mat slips and the movement of the pedals during driv- ing, it may cause an accident.

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SECTION 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

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Off- road vehicle precautions (4WD models and Pre Runner)

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- off- road form under conditions. Therefore, sharp turns at excessive speeds may cause rollover.

satisfactorily

CAUTION

Always observe the following precau- tions to minimize the risk of serious personal injury or damage to your ve- hicle:

(cid:1) 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.

(cid:1) 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.

(cid:1) Avoid loading any items on the roof that will raise the vehicle’s center of gravity.

(cid:1) Always slow down in gusty cross- winds. Because of its profile and higher center of gravity, your ve- hicle to side winds than an ordinary passenger car. Slowing down will allow you to have much better control.

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jump, make sharp

(cid:1) When driving off- road or in rugged terrain, do not drive at excessive speeds, turns, strike objects, etc. This may cause loss of control or vehicle rollover causing death or serious injury. You are also risking expensive damage to your vehicle’s suspension and chassis.

(cid:1) 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.

Break- in period Drive gently and avoid high speeds. Your vehicle does not need an elaborate break- in. But following a few simple tips for the first 1600 km (1000 miles) can add to the future economy and long life of your vehicle: (cid:1) Do not drive over 88 km/h (55 mph). (cid:1) Run the engine at moderate speed be-

tween 2000 and 4000 rpm.

(cid:1) Avoid full- throttle starts. (cid:1) Try to avoid hard stops during the first

300 km (200 miles).

(cid:1) Do not drive slowly with the manual

transmission in a high gear.

(cid:1) Do not drive for a long time at any

single speed, either fast or slow.

(cid:1) Do not tow a trailer during the first 800

km (500 miles).

free-

Four- wheel drive models with wheeling hubs only— For the first 500 km (300 miles): We recommend that you use high range, two- wheel drive, with both free- wheeling hubs engaged. For the four- wheel drive system and front hubs, see “Four- wheel drive system” in Section 1- 6.

information on

the

Fuel FUEL TYPE Your new vehicle must use only un- leaded gasoline. To help prevent gas station mix- ups, your Toyota has a new smaller fuel tank open- ing. The special nozzle on pumps with unleaded larger standard nozzle on pumps with leaded gas will not. the gasoline you use At a minimum, should meet specifications of ASTM D4814 in the U.S.A. and CGSB 3.5- M93
in Canada.

fuel will

it, but

the

fit

NOTICE

Do not use leaded gasoline. Use of leaded gasoline will cause the three- way catalytic converter to lose its ef- fectiveness and the emission control system to function improperly. Also, this can increase maintenance costs.

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IMPROVED GASOLINES The American Automobile Manufacturers Association (AAMA) has developed a specification of improved gasolines. The AAMA specification offers optimal fuel information for better vehicle perfor- mance and better protection of your en- gine. Toyota recommends the use of gasolines that meet the AAMA specification, if avail- able, for improved driveability and emis- sion control system. GASOLINES CONTAINING MTBE Gasolines that contain MTBE (Methyl Tertiary- Butyl Ether) are available in the market. If you use a gasoline mixed with MTBE, make certain that it does not contain more than 15% of MTBE. GASOLINES CONTAINING MMT Some gasolines contain an octane- en- hancing additive called MMT (methylcy- clopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl).

Toyota does not recommend the use of gasolines that contain MMT. If fuels con- taining MMT are used, your emission con- trol system may be adversely affected. The Malfunction Indicator Lamp on the in- strument cluster may come on. If this hap- pens, contact your Toyota dealer for ser- vice. GASOLINES CONTAINING ALCOHOL If you use gasohol in your Toyota, be sure that it is unleaded, has an octane rating no lower than 87 and does not contain more than 10% ethanol. Gasohol is a mixture of gasoline and etha- nol. Toyota does not recommend the use of gasolines containing methanol. If you use gasoline containing methanol, use only gasoline meeting the requirements above and also containing less than 5% metha- nol with cosolvents and corrosion inhibi- tors for methanol. GASOLINES QUALITY In a very few cases, you may experience driveability problems caused by the partic- ular gasoline that you are using. If you continue to have unacceptable driveability, try changing gasoline brands. If that does not rectify your problem, then consult your Toyota dealer.

fuel, or

the recommended

OCTANE RATING Select Octane Rating 87 (Research Oc- tane Number 91) or higher. Use of unleaded gasoline with an octane rating or research octane number lower than stated above will cause persistent heavy knocking. If it is severe, this will lead to engine damage. If your engine knocks... If you detect heavy knocking even when using if you hear steady knocking while holding a steady speed on level roads, consult your Toyota dealer. However, now and then, you may notice light knocking for a short time while accel- erating or driving up hills. This is no need of concern. GASOLINES CONTAINING DETERGENT ADDITIVES Toyota recommends use of gasolines that contain detergent additives to avoid build- up of engine deposits. For further details, ask your Toyota dealer or a local gasoline retailer.

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Three- way catalytic converter—

Operation in foreign countries If you plan to drive your Toyota another country... First, comply with the vehicle registration laws. Second, confirm the availability of the cor- rect fuel (unleaded and minimum octane number).

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Except LEV*

NOTICE

(cid:1) Do not use gasohol other than stated above. It will cause fuel sys- tem damage or vehicle performance problems.

(cid:1) If driveability problems occur (poor hot starting, vaporizing, engine knock, etc.), discontinue the use.

(cid:1) Take care not to spill gasohol dur- ing refueling. Gasohol may cause paint damage.

FUEL TANK CAPACITY Two- wheel drive models except Pre Runner

57 L (15.1 gal., 12.5 Imp. gal.)

Four- wheel drive models and Pre Runner

68 L (18.0 gal., 15.0 Imp. gal.)

LEV*

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The three- way catalytic converter is an emission control device installed in the exhaust system. The purpose is to reduce pollutants in the exhaust gas. * : See following “Exhaust emission label” for details.

CAUTION

(cid:1) Keep people and combustible mate- rials away from the exhaust pipe while the engine is running. The exhaust gas is very hot.

(cid:1) Do not drive, idle or park your ve- hicle over anything that might burn easily such as grass, leaves, paper or rags.

NOTICE

A large amount of unburned gases flowing into the three-way catalytic converter may cause it to overheat and create a fire hazard. To prevent this and other damage, observe the following precautions: (cid:1) Use only unleaded gasoline.