2003 TOYOTA TACOMA brake light

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INSIDE THE VEHICLE
Items listed below should be checked
regularly, e.g. while performing periodic
services, cleaning the vehicle, etc.
Lights
Make sure the headlights, stop lights, tail
lights, turn signal lights, and other lights
are all working. Check headlight aim.
Service reminder indicators and warning
buzzers
Check that all service reminder indicators
and warning buzzers function properly.
Steering wheel
Be alert for changes in steering condition,
such as hard steering or strange noise.
Seats
Check that all seat controls such as seat
adjusters, seatback recliner, etc. operate
smoothly and that all latches lock securely
in any position. Check that the head re-
straints move up and down smoothly and
that the locks hold securely in any latched
position. For foldingdown seatback
(bench seat) and rear seatback (rear split
bench seat), check that the latches lock
securely.Seat belts
Check that the seat belt system such as
buckles, retractors and anchors operate
properly and smoothly. Make sure the belt
webbing is not cut, frayed, worn or dam-
aged.
Accelerator pedal
Check the pedal for smooth operation and
uneven pedal effort or catching.
Clutch pedal
Check the pedal for smooth operation.
Brake pedal
Check the pedal for smooth operation and
that the pedal has the proper clearance.
Check the brake booster function.
Brakes
At a safe place, check that the brakes do
not pull to one side when applied.
Parking brake
Check that the lever has the proper travel
and that, on a safe incline, your vehicle
is held securely with only the parking
brake applied.
Automatic transmission “Park” mecha-
nism
Check the lock release button of the se-
lector lever (floor shift type) for proper
and smooth operation. On a safe incline,
check that your vehicle is held securely
with the selector lever in “P” position and
all brakes released.
IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT
Items listed below should be checked
from time to time, e.g. each time when
refueling.
Washer fluid
Make sure there is sufficient fluid in the
tank. See Section 73 for additional in-
formation.
Engine coolant level
Make sure the coolant level is between
the “F” and “L” lines on the seethrough
reservoir when the engine is cold. See
Section 72 for additional information.
Radiator, condenser and hoses
Check that the front of the radiator and
condenser are clean and not blocked with
leaves, dirt, or insects. See in Section
72 for additional information.

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If either of the above parts are extremely
dirty or you are not sure of their condi-
tion, take your vehicle to Toyota dealer.
CAUTION
To prevent burning yourself, be care-
ful not to touch the radiator or con-
denser when the engine is hot.
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the radiator
and condenser, do not perform the
work by yourself.
To check the fluid level, simply look at
the seethrough reservoir. The level
should be between the “MAX” and
“MIN” lines on the reservoir.
It is normal for the brake fluid level to go
down slightly as the brake pads wear. So
be sure to keep the reservoir filled.
If the reservoir needs frequent refilling, it
may indicate a serious mechanical prob-
lem. If the level is low, add SAE J1703 or
FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 brake fluid to the
brake reservoir.
Remove and replace the reservoir cap by
hand. Fill the brake fluid to the dotted
line. This brings the fluid to the correct
level when you put the cap back on.
Use only newly opened brake fluid. Once
opened, brake fluid absorbs moisture from
the air, and excess moisture can cause a
dangerous loss of braking.
CAUTION
Take care when filling the r
eservoir
because brake fluid can harm your
eyes and damage painted surfaces. If
fluid gets in your eyes, flush your
eyes with clean water immediately. If
you still feel uncomfortable with your
eyes, go to the doctor.
NOTICE
If you spill the fluid, be sure to wash
it off with water to prevent it from
damaging the parts or paint.
Checking the radiator and
condenser Checking brake fluid

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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 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.
CAUTION
Observe the following instructions.
Otherwise, an accident may occur re-
sulting in death or serious injuries.
Do not use wheels other than the
manufacturer ’s recommended size,
as this may cause dangerous han-
dling characteristics resulting in
loss of control.
Fourwheel drive models:
Do not use wheels of different
brands, sizes and types, as this
may cause dangerous handling
characteristics resulting in loss of
control.
When installing aluminum w
heels,
check that the wheel nuts are tight
after driving your vehicle the first 1600
km (1000 miles).
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.
Replacing wheels Aluminum wheel precautions

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Engine compartment (without daytime run-
ning light system)
Fuses (type A)1. HEAD (RH) 10 A: Righthand headlight
2. HEAD (LH) 10 A: Lefthand headlight
3. DRL 7.5 A: Daytime running light
system
4. HEAD (HI RH) 10 A: Righthand head- light (high beam), high beam indicator
light
5. HEAD (HI LH) 10 A: Lefthand head-
light (high beam)
6. HEAD (LO RH) 10 A: Righthand headlight (low beam)
Engine compartment (with daytime run-
ning light system)
7. HEAD (LO LH) 10 A: Lefthand head-
light (low beam)
8. TAIL 10 A: Tail lights, licence plate
lights
9. A.C 10 A: Air conditioning system
10. ECTS 15 A: Multiport fuel injection
system/s equential multiport fuel injec-
tion system
11. DOME 15 A: Car audio system, interior
light, clock, personal lights, door cour-
tesy light, day time running light sys-
tem, gauges and meters
Instrument panel
12. OBD 7.5 A: Onboard diagnosis sys-
tem
13. EFI 20 A: Multiport fuel injection sys-
tem/sequential multiport fuel injection
system
14. ALTS 7.5 A: Charging system
15. PWR OUTLET 15 A: Power outlet
16. ECUIG 15 A: Cruise control system,
antilock brake system, automatic
transmission shift lock system, SRS
airbag system
17. TURN 10 A: Turn signal lights, emer-
gency flashers
Fuses

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18. WIPER 20 A: Windshield wipers and
washer
19. 4WD 20 A: A.D.D. control system,
fourwheel drive control system, rear
differential lock system
20. ACC 15 A: Cigarette lighter, clock,
power rear view mirrors, backup
lights, automatic transmission shift lock
system, SRS airbag system, seat belt
pretensioners, car audio system
21. GAUGE 10 A: Day time running light
system, backup lights, cruise control
system, rear differential lock system,
electronically controlled automatic
transmission system, starting system,
charging system, air conditioning sys-
tem
22. IGN 7.5 A: Gauges and meters, SRS
airbag system, seat belt pretensioners,
multiport fuel injection system/sequen-
tial multiport fuel injection system
23. ECUB 7.5 A: SRS warning light, air
conditioning system
24. HORNHAZ 15 A: Emergency flashers,
horns
25. STA 7.5 A: Clutch start cancel system,
starting system 26. STOP 10 A:
Stop lights, high mounted
stoplight, cruise control system, anti
lock brake system, multiport fuel injec-
tion system/sequential multiport fuel in-
jection system
Fuses (type B)
27. POWER 30 A: Power windows, power
seat
28. J/B 50 A: All components in “POWER”,
“HORNHAZ”, “STOP” and “ECUB”
fuses
29. AM2 30 A: Ignition system, multiport
fuel injection system/sequential fuel in-
jection system
30. HEATER 50 A: All components in “A.C”
fuse
31. AM1 40 A: Starting system
32. ABS2 30 A: Antilock brake system
Fuses (type C)
33. ABS 60 A: Antilock brake system
34. ALT 120 A: All components in “AM1”,
“HEATER”, “A.C”, “TAIL”, “ALTS” and
“PWR OUTLET” fuses