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Instruments - Difficult to Read: Overview

ELECTRICAL
EL010-03

June 20, 2003

Title:
GAUGE VISIBILITY IMPROVEMENT

Models:
'03 4Runner

Introduction

Some customers may complain that the speedometer numbers are difficult to read in certain lighting conditions on 2003 model year 4Runner vehicles. The following procedure was developed to improve instrumentation visibility.

NOTE:
Before performing any work explain the following to the customer:

^ The instrument lights will illuminate every time the ignition switch is turned to the "on" position or when the engine is started.

^ A/T shift indicator lamps will be slightly dimmer than before the procedure.

Applicable Vehicles
^ 2003 model year 4Runner vehicles.





Required Tools & Material

NOTE:
AMP wire crimping tool may be ordered by calling SPX/OTC at 1-800-933-8335.





Warranty Information

Applicable warranty *:

This repair is covered under the Toyota Comprehensive Warranty. This warranty is in effect for 36 months or 36,000 miles, whichever occurs first, from the vehicle's in-service date.

* Warranty application is limited to correction of a problem based upon a customer's specific complaint.