2003 TOYOTA TUNDRA Owners Manual

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porting safety defects for
U.S. owners

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This information has been prepared in ac-
cordance with regulation issued by the Na-
tional Highway Traffic Safety Administra-
tion of the U.S. Department of
Transportation. It provides the purchasers
and/or prospective purchasers of Toyota
vehicles with information on truck −camper
loading. Your Toyota dealer will help an-
swer any questions you may have as you
read this information.Rear end of truck bed
Recommended location
for cargo center of
gravity for cargo weight
rating
Standard cab models
Rear end of truck bed
Recommended location
for cargo center of
gravity for cargo weight
rating
Access cab models (standard bed)
Rear end of truck bed
Recommended location
for cargo center of
gravity for cargo weight
rating
Access cab models (StepSide bed)
The figures given in the illustration indi-
cate the recommended center of gravity
zone.
Standard cab models A: 1186 mm (46.7 in.)
B: 1058 mm (41.7 in.)
Access cab models Standard bedA: 1186 mm (46.7 in.)
B: 1058 mm (41.7 in.)
StepSide bed A: 1158 mm (45.6 in.)
B: 1030 mm (40.6 in.)
Camper information— —Center of gravity location

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CAUTION
If a load is too far back, it can cause
dangerous handling. If it is too far
forward, the front axle may be over-
loaded.
Camper center of gravity
Recommended center of
gravity location zoneCARGO WEIGHT RATING
Standard cab models 453 kg (1000 lb.)
Access cab models
5 people, V6, 2WD, Manual transmission 295 kg (650 lb.)
6 people, V6, 2WD, Automatic transmission 226 kg (500 lb.)
5 people, V6, 4WD, Manual transmission
295 kg (650 lb.)
6 people, V6, 4WD, Automatic transmission 226 kg (500 lb.)
6 people, V8, 2WD, Standard bed 340 kg (750 lb.)
6 people, V8, 2WD, StepSide bed 226 kg (500 lb.)
6 people, V8, 4WD, Standard bed 181 kg (400 lb.)
6 people, V8, 4WD, StepSide bed 68 kg (150 lb.)
—Cargo weight rating and
proper matching

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When the truck is used to carry a slide −in
camper, the total cargo load of the truck
consists of the manufacturer ’s camper
weight figure, the weight of installed addi-
tional camper equipment not included in
the manufacturer ’s camper weight figure,
the weight of camper cargo, and the
weight of passengers in the camper.
The total cargo load should not exceed
the truck’s cargo weight rating and the
camper ’s center of gravity should fall with-
in the truck’s recommended center of
gravity zone when installed.
CAUTION
Be careful—overloading can cause
dangerous braking and handling prob-
lems, and can damage your vehicle
and its tires.
Gross axle weight rating
Front GAWR Rear GAWR
Secure loose items to prevent weight
shifts that could affect the balance of your
vehicle. When the truck camper is loaded,
drive to a scale and weigh on the front
and on the rear wheels separately to de-
termine axle loads. Individual axle loads
should not exceed either of the Gross
Axle Weight Ratings (GAWR). The total of
the axle loads should not exceed the
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR).
These ratings are given on the vehicle
Certification Label which is located on the
door latch post on the left side of the
vehicle. See “Your Toyota’s identification”
in Section 2 for the Certification Label
location. If weight ratings are exceeded,
move or remove items to bring all weights
below the ratings.
Gross vehicle weight rating
Not exceed GVWR
GAWRFront 1433 kg (3160 lb.)
RearP245/70R16 tires
1706 kg (3760 lb.)
P265/70R16 or P265/65R17 tires 1796 kg (3960 lb.)
—Gross axle and vehicle
weight ratings

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GVWR
Twowheel drive modelsStandard cab models
2494 kg (5500 lb.)
Access cab models V6 2585 kg (5700 lb.)
V8Standard bed 2812 kg (6200 lb.)
StepSide bed 2726 kg (6010 lb.)
Fourwheel drive models Standard cab models 2812 kg (6200 lb.)
Access cab models V6 2721 kg (6000 lb.)
V8
Standard bed 2812 kg (6200 lb.)
StepSide bed
2726 kg (6010 lb.)
If weight ratings are exceeded, move or
remove items to bring all weights below
the ratings.

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INDEX
Index
SECTION 10

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A
Access doors 14
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Adding washer fluid 299
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Adjustment
Front seats 32,33
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Seat belt 38
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Air conditioning system 158
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Airbags 47
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Aluminum wheel precautions 294
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Anti −glare inside rear view mirror 88 . . . . . . .
Anti −lock brake system warning
light 104
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Anti −theft steering column lock 112 . . . . . . . .
Appearance care
Cleaning the interior 262
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Protecting your Toyota from corrosion 260
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Washing and waxing 261
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Armrest 35
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Ashtray 166
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Audio remote controls 150
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Automatic transmission
Driving with an automatic transmission 113
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Shift pattern 113
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Shifting speed 113
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Automatic transmission fluid temperature warning light 104
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Auxiliary boxes 171
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Auxiliary catch, Engine hood 23
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B
Battery
Checking battery condition 296 . . . . . . . . . .
Gas caution 296 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Handling safety 296 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Recharging precautions 297 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Winter driving tips 218 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Before starting the engine 214 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake pad wear limit indicators 196 . . . . . . . .
Brake system 193 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake system warning light 104 . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brakes
Fluid level 284 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pad wear limit indicators 196 . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parking 123
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Break −in tips 187
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Brightness control 94
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C
Car audio system 128
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Carbon monoxide caution 191
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Cargo and luggage
Capacity 208
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Capacity and distribution 209
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Stowage precautions 209
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Cargo lamp 95
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Cassette player 128
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Cassette tape holder 179
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Certification regulation label 197
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Checking and replacing fuses 298
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Checking brake fluid 284
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Checking the engine oil level 280
. . . . . . . . . . Checking the radiator and
condenser 284
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Child restraint
Child restraint system 57
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Installation 59,67
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Installation with child restraint lower anchorages 82,84
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Precautions 56
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Types of child restraint system 58 . . . . . . . .
Using a top strap 77,79
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Cigarette lighter 166
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Cleaning the interior 262
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Clock 166
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Clutch start cancel switch 126
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Coin holder 175,177
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Cold weather
Operation 218
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Compact disc and cassette tape holder
Cassette tape holder 177,178
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Compact disc holder 177,178
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Compact disc changer 128
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Compact disc changer controller 128 . . . . . . .
Compact disc player 128
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Condenser
Checking the condenser 284
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Console box
Rear 173,174
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Controls, Instrument panel 2,6
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Cooling system
Coolant level 282
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Engine overheating 238
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Radiator and reservoir 282
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Radiator cap 238
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Winter driving tips 218
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Corrosion prevention 260
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