2012 TOYOTA HILUX clutch

214 2-4. Using other driving systems
HILUX_EE (OM0K132E)
Shifting between H4 and L4 (manual transmission)
Shifting from H4 to L4
Stop the vehicle or reduce your speed to less than 8 km/h
(5 mph).
With your foot off the accelerator pedal, depress the clutch
pedal.
Move the front drive control lever.
Shifting from L4 to H4
Depress the clutch pedal.
Move the front drive control lever.
Four-wheel drive usage frequency (vehicles with A.D.D.)
You should drive in four-wheel drive for at least 16 km (10 miles) each
month.
This will assure that the front drive components are lubricated.
Shifting between H2 and H4
If you have trouble shifting in cold weather, reduce your speed or stop the
vehicle and reshift.
If the four-wheel drive indicator does not go off when you shift from H4 to
H2, drive straight ahead while accelerating or decelerating, or drive in
reverse.
Shifting to L4 (Vehicles with VSC)
VSC is automatically turned off.
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When driving
HILUX_EE (OM0K132E)
Using the rear differential lock system
Automatic transmission
4WD models only: Before using the rear differential lock sys-
tem, try shifting the front drive control lever into L4. If this is
not sufficient, use the rear differential lock system as well.
Be sure to stop the wheels.
Press the rear differential lock switch.
Gently depress the accelerator pedal.
After the rear differential is locked, the indicator will come on.
Unlock the rear differential as soon as the vehicle moves.
Manual transmission
4WD models only: Before using the rear differential lock sys-
tem, try shifting the front drive control lever into L4. If this is
not sufficient, use the rear differential lock system as well.
Be sure to stop the wheels.
Depress the clutch pedal.
Press the rear differential lock switch.
Slowly release the clutch pedal.
After the rear differential is locked, the indicator will come on.
Unlock the rear differential as soon as the vehicle moves.
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When driving
HILUX_EE (OM0K132E)Vehicles with the DPF system switch
If the DPF system warning light and the indicator light on DPF system
switch turn on or flash, follow the procedure below to regenerate.
Stop the vehicle in a safe place.
Firmly set the parking brake and shift the shift lever to P (auto-
matic transmission) or N (manual transmission). Release the
clutch pedal.
Do not stop the engine.
Also, make sure that there are no flammable materials near the
exhaust pipe. (P. 229)
Press the switch.
The DPF system warning light
and the indicator light on the
switch will change from solid or
rapid flashing to slow flashing,
and the idling engine speed will
increase.
Regeneration will take around 20
- 30
* minutes to complete.
When the DPF system warning
light goes out, the idling engine
speed will have finished returning
to normal.
*: Differs in accordance with the
outside temperature.
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HILUX_EE (OM0K132E)
Regeneration with the DPF system switch (if equipped)
After pressing the DPF system switch, do not depress the accelerator
pedal or the clutch pedal (manual transmission). Depressing the pedal(s)
will stop regeneration. If regeneration has been stopped, restart regener-
ation as soon as possible.
If regeneration is carried out while the exhaust pipe is hot (for example
directly after driving), it will take less time than when the engine is cold.
Replacing the engine oil
Make sure to use an oil of the recommended grade or of matching quality.
(P. 602)
DPF system warning
Under the following driving conditions, the DPF system warning light may
come on earlier than normal.
*
When only driving at low speeds (for example 20 km/h [12 mph] or
below).
If the engine is turned on and off frequently (if the engine is not left run-
ning for more than 10 minutes at a time).
*: Differs in accordance with weather, driving conditions, etc.

232 2-5. Driving information
HILUX_EE (OM0K132E)
CAUTION
Things that must not be carried in the rear deck
The following things may cause a fire if loaded in the rear deck:
Receptacles containing gasoline
Aerosol cans
Storage precautions
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
Stow cargo and luggage in the rear deck whenever possible.
Except for single-cab models: Do not stack anything behind the front seats
higher than the seatbacks.
Such items may be thrown about and possibly injure people in the vehicle
in the event of a sudden braking, sudden swerving or an accident.
Do not place cargo or luggage in or on the following locations as the item
may get under the clutch, brake or accelerator pedal and prevent the ped-
als from being depressed properly, block the driver’s vision, or hit the
driver or passengers, causing an accident:
• At the feet of the driver
• On the front passenger seats (when stacking items)
• Except for single-cab models: On the rear seat (when stacking items)
• On the instrument panel
• On the dashboard

472 4-2. Maintenance
HILUX_EE (OM0K132E)
Does your vehicle need repairs?
Be on the alert for changes in performance and sounds, and visual tip-offs
that indicate service is needed. Some important clues are:
Engine missing, stumbling or pinging
Appreciable loss of power
Strange engine noises
A fluid leak under the vehicle (However, water dripping from the air condi-
tioning system after use is normal.)
Change in exhaust sound (This may indicate a dangerous carbon mon-
oxide leak. Drive with the windows open and have the exhaust system
checked immediately.)
Flat-looking tires, excessive tire squeal when cornering, uneven tire wear
Vehicle pulls to one side when driven straight on a level road
Strange noises related to suspension movement
Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling brake pedal or clutch pedal,
pedal almost touches the floor, vehicle pulls to one side when braking
Engine coolant temperature continually higher than normal
If you notice any of these clues, take your vehicle to any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional as
soon as possible. Your vehicle may need adjustment or repair.

610 6-1. Specifications
HILUX_EE (OM0K132E)
Clutch
Brakes
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 490 N (50 kgf,
110 lbf) while the engine is running
*2: Parking brake lever travel when pulled up with a force of 200 N (20.4 kgf,
45.0 lbf)
Pedal free play 5  15 mm (0.2  0.6 in.)
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or
SAE J1704 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 4
Pedal
clearance
*1
Left-hand
drive vehiclesWithout
VSC85 mm (3.3 in.)
With VSC79 mm (3.1 in.)
Right-hand
drive vehiclesWithout
VSC89 mm (3.5 in.)
With VSC83 mm (3.3 in.)
Pedal free play1.0  6.0 mm
(0.04  0.24 in.)
Parking brake lever travel*27 9 clicks
Fluid type
SAE J1703 or FMVSS
No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1704
or FMVSS No.116 DOT 4