2004 Toyota Tacoma Owners Manual - Page 215

'04 Tacoma U (L/O 0309) Brake pad wear limit indicators Rear step bumper Step side bed The brake pad wear limit indicators on your disc brakes give a warning noise when the brake pads are worn to where replacement is required. If you hear a squealing or scraping noise while driving, have the brake pads checked and replaced by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. Expensive rotor damage can result if the pads are not replaced when necessary. The rear step bumper is for rear end protection and easier step- up loading. The side step is for easier step- up loading. CAUTION CAUTION For models equipped with step side bed: D Do not allow more than one person to get on the rear step bumper at a time. It is designed for only one person. D Do not allow more than one person to get on the side step. Do not exceed the maximum weight limit of 136 kg (300 lb.) on the side step. D Never drive the vehicle with anyone on the rear step bumper. D Do not stand on the rear step bumper while the vehicle is moving. D Never drive the vehicle with anyone on the side steps. D Do not stand on the side steps while the vehicle is moving. 215 2004 TACOMA from Sep. '03 Prod. (OM35814U)