Toyota HILUX 2008 User Manual

(e) Using the "2" and "L" positions
(4-speed models)
The "2" and "L" positions are used for
strong
engine braking as described pre-
viously.
With
the selector lever in "2" or "L", you
can
start the vehicle in motion as with the
lever in
"0".
With the selector lever in "2", the vehicle
will start in first gear and automatically
shift to second gear.
With
the selector lever in "L", the trans-
mission is engaged in
first gear.
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NOTICE
• Be careful not to over-rev the en-
gine. Watch the tachometer to keep
engine rpm from going into the red
zone. The approximate maximum al-
lowable speed for each position is
given below for your reference:
km/h (mph)
Transfer
"H2" or "H4" "L4"
"2" 103 (64) 40 (25)
"L" 56 (35) 22 (14)
• Do not continue hill climbing or
hard towing for a long time in the
"2" or "L" position. This may cause
severe automatic transmission dam-
age from overheating. To prevent
such damage, "3" position should
be used in hill climbing or hard
towing.
(f) Backing up
1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop.
2. With the brake pedal held down with
your foot, shift the selector lever to the
"R" position.
NOTICE
Never shift into reverse while the ve-
hicle is moving.
(g) Parking
1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop.
2. Pull the parking brake lever fully to
securely apply the parking brake.
3. With
the brake pedal pressed down,
shift the selector lever to the "P" posi-
tion.
Lt CAUTION
Never attempt to move the selector
lever into "P" position under any cir-
cumstances while the vehicle is mov-
ing. Serious mechanical damage and
loss of vehicle control may result.
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Toyota HILUX 2008 Specifications

General

Brand	Toyota
Model	HILUX 2008
Category	Automobile
Language	English