Toyota 2006 Hilux Mk6 User manual

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Foreword
Welcome to the growing group of value- conscious people who drive Toyotas. We
are proud of the advanced engineering and quality construction of each vehicle we
build.
This Owner’s Manual explains the operation of your new Toyota. Please read
it thoroughly and have all the occupants follow the instructions carefully.
Doing so will help you enjoy many years of safe and trouble- free motoring.
For important information about this manual and your Toyota, read the follow-
ing pages carefully.
When it comes to service, remember that your Toyota dealer knows your vehicle
very well and is interested in your complete satisfaction. Your Toyota dealer will
provide quality maintenance and any other assistance you may require.
Please leave this Owner’s Manual in this vehicle at the time of resale. The next
owner will need this information also.
All information and specifications in this manual are current at the time of printing.
However, because of Toyota’s policy of continual product improvement, we reserve
the right to make changes at any time without notice.
Please note that this manual applies to all models and explains all equipment,
including options. Therefore, you may find some explanations for equipment
not installed on your vehicle.
2005 TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION
All rights reserved. This material may not be reproduced or copied, in whole or in
part, without the written permission of Toyota Motor Corporation.

Publication No. OM99906E
Quick index
If a service reminder indicator or warning buzzer comes on 56. . . . . . . .
If your vehicle will not start 114. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If your engine stalls while driving 117. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If your vehicle overheats 118. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If you have a flat tire 119. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If your vehicle needs to be towed 129. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tips for driving during break- in period 97. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
How to start the engine 106. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General maintenance 141. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance schedule 144. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Complete index NO TAG. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gas station information
Fuel type:
Unleaded gasoline, Octane Rating 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or
higher
See page 97 for detailed information.
Fuel tank capacity:
80 L (21.1 gal., 17.6 Imp. gal.)
Engine oil: See pages 159 through 160.
Tire information: See pages 164 through 168.
Tire inflation pressure: See pages 164 and 185.
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Important information about this manual
Safety and vehicle damage warnings
Throughout this manual, you will see safety and vehicle dam-
age warnings. You must follow these warnings carefully to
avoid possible injury or damage.
The types of warnings, what they look like, and how they are
used in this manual are explained as follows:
CAUTION
This is a warning against anything which may cause
injury to people if the warning is ignored. You are
informed about what you must or must not do in
order to reduce the risk of injury to yourself and
others.
NOTICE
This is a warning against anything which may cause
damage to the vehicle or its equipment if the warning
is ignored. You are informed about what you must or
must not do in order to avoid or reduce the risk of
damage to your vehicle and its equipment.
Safety symbol
When you see the safety symbol
shown above, it means: “Do not...”;
“Do not do this”; or “Do not let this
happen”.

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Important information about your Toyota
New vehicle warranty
Your new vehicle is covered by the following Toyota
limited warranties:
New vehicle warranty
Others
For further information, please refer to the “Owner’s
Warranty Information”.
Your responsibility for maintenance
It is the owner’s responsibility to make sure the speci-
fied maintenance is performed. Section 6 gives details
of these maintenance requirements. Also included in
Section 6 is general maintenance.
Accessories, spare parts and
modification of your Toyota
A wide variety of non- genuine spare parts and accessories
for Toyota vehicles are currently available in the market.
Using these spare parts and accessories which are not
genuine Toyota products may adversely affect the safety of
your vehicle, even though these parts may be approved by
certain authorities in your country. Toyota therefore cannot
accept any liability or guarantee spare parts and accesso-
ries which are not genuine Toyota products, nor for re-
placement or installation involving such parts.
This vehicle should not be modified with non- genuine
Toyota products. Modification with non- genuine Toyota
products could affect its performance, safety or durabili-
ty, and may even violate governmental regulations. In
addition, damage or performance problems resulting from
the modification may not be covered under warranty.

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Installation of a mobile
two- way radio system
As the installation of a mobile two-way radio system in
your vehicle could affect electronic systems such as
multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel
injection system, electronically controlled fuel pump and
electronic engine control system, be sure to check with
your Toyota dealer for precautionary measures or special
instructions regarding installation.
On- pavement and off- road
driving tips
This vehicle will handle and maneuver differently from
an ordinary passenger car because it is designed for
off- road use also. It has a significantly higher rollover
rate than other types of vehicles. In addition, this ve-
hicle has a higher ground clearance and center of gravi-
ty than that of an ordinary passenger car. This vehicle
design feature causes this type of vehicle to be more
likely to rollover. Failure to operate this vehicle correctly
may result in loss of control, accidents or vehicle rol-
lover causing death or serious injury. Be sure to read
“Off- road vehicle precautions” on page 96 and “Off- road
driving precautions” on page 108.

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Model code
T G N 3 6 L - P
Check the model code to see what type of model your vehicle is.
The model code appears on the manufacturer’s plate with the heading “MODEL”.
See “Your Toyota’s identification” on page 103 for the manufacturer’s plate location.
Cab type
T: Single- cab
P: Double- cab

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WE REALLY CARE ABOUT YOU  PLEASE BUCKLE UP
Toyota has made a special effort to encourage use of seat belts.
Toyota belts are:
Comfortable
Easy to use
Convenient
We encourage you to use your belts every time you drive.

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OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND
CONTROLS
Overview of instruments and controls
Instrument panel overview 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Instrument cluster overview 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Indicator symbols on the instrument panel 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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1. Side vent 86. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2. Instrument cluster 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3. Center vents 86. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4. Interior light 50. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5. Upper glove box 90. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6. Cup holder 91. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7. Lower glove box 90. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8. Power window switches 13. . . . . . . . . . .
9. Parking brake lever 62. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10. Manual transmission gear shift
lever 61. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11. Hood lock release lever 16. . . . . . . . . .
12. Fuel filler door opener 18. . . . . . . . . . . .
13. Window lock switch 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
14. Power door lock switch 12. . . . . . . . . . .
Instrument panel overview
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