1998 TOYOTA T100 height

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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
Your Toyota’s identification
Theft prevention labels
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 pr ecautions
(four-wheel drive models
only)

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Even though the anti-lock brake system
is operating, a driver cannot maintain
full control on certain slippery road sur-
faces, when cornering at high speeds,
or in violent maneuvers.
Avoid high speeds on wet roads. The
anti-lock brake system cannot eliminate
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.
”ABS” warning light
This light comes on when the ignition key
is turned to the ”ON” position. After about
3 seconds, the light will go off.
If either of the following conditions occurs,
this indicates a malfunction somewhere in
the parts monitored by the warning light
system. Contact your Toyota dealer as
soon as possible to service the vehicle.
The light does not come on as de-
scribed above, or remains on.
The light comes on while driving. Even if the anti-lock brake system should
fail, the brake system will still operate
conventionally. However, when the ”ABS”
warning light is on (and the brake system
warning light is off), the anti
−lock brake
system is not assisting brake performance
so that the wheels can lock −up during
sudden braking or braking on slippery
road surfaces. Have your vehicle checked
by your Toyota dealer as soon as pos-
sible.

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Part 3
STARTING AND
DRIVING
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, head restraint height and steering
wheel angle.
3. Adjust inside and outside rear view mirrors.
4. Lock all 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 ”P”. If you need to re-
start the engine while the vehicle is
moving, put the selector lever in ”N”.
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 engine—
(a) Before cranking

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CAUTION
Do not drive with the snow tires
incorrectly inflated.
Never drive over 120 km/h (75 mph)
with any type of snow tires.
TIRE CHAIN SELECTION
Use the tire chains of correct size.
Regulations regarding the use of tire
chains vary according to location or
type of road, so always check them
before installing chains.
CHAIN INSTALLATION
Install the chains on the rear tires as
tightly as possible. Do not use tire
chains on the front tires. Retighten
chains after driving 0.5–1.0 km (1/4–1/2
mile).
When installing chains on your tires, care-
fully follow the instructions of the chain
manufacturer.
If wheel covers are used, they will be
scratched by the chain band, so remove
the covers before putting on the chains.
CAUTION
Do not exceed 50 km/h (30 mph) or
the chain manufacturer ’s recom-
mended speed limit, whichever is
lower.
Drive carefully avoiding bumps,
holes, and sharp turns, which may
cause the vehicle to bounce.
Avoid sharp turns or locked-wheel
braking as use of chains may ad-
versely affect vehicle handling.
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 ability, 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.

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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