2008 Toyota Tacoma Owners Manual

on page 129.

CAUTION

To install the child restraint system properly, make sure the bottom cush- ion is flipped over whenever you use a child restraint system in the rear seating area.

1st lock position

10th lock position

LS13160a

SYSTEM

RESTRAINT

CHILD INSTALLATION 1. Front seat—Fold down the front seat seatback and back to the 1st lock position (most upright position) until it locks into place. Adjust the seat- back to the 10th lock position.

Make sure the seatback is locked secure- ly.

LS13082

Canada only

Front seat without seatback table (type A)

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LS13083

LS13186

LS13187

Canada only

Canada only

Canada only

Front seat without seatback table (type B)

Front seat with seatback table (type A)

Front seat with seatback table (type B)

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the gap between

Front seat— 2. Front seat without seatback table— the seat Widen cushion and seatback slightly and confirm the position of the lower an- chorages near the seatback. Front seat with seatback table—Wid- en the seat cushion slightly and confirm the position of the lower anchorages near the but- ton on the seat cushion.

the button on

the slits of

3. Type A—Latch the hooks of

lower the anchorages and

straps onto tighten the lower straps. Type B—Latch the buckles onto the anchorages.

Rear seat— See the diagrams at right and the in- structions on page 130. For owners in Canada—The symbol on a child restraint system indicates the pres- ence of a lower connector system.

LS13100

LS13101

Canada only

Canada only

Rear seat (type A)

Rear seat (type B)

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To install a Child Restraint System in the rear seat properly, make sure the bottom seat cushion is flipped over. If the bottom seat cushion is already flipped over, pro- ceed to step 3. 1. Pull the lock release strap. 2. Flip over the bottom cushion.

LS13004a

3. Be sure to follow the Child Restraint System manufacturer’s instructions for the installation proce- dure.

recommended

4. Push and pull the Child Restraint Sys- tem in different directions to ensure a secure installation.

5. If the Child Restraint System shakes or vibrates when used, install a cushion the Child Restraint System between and the flipped−over surface of the seat.

CAUTION

To install the child restraint system properly, make sure the bottom cush- ion is flipped over whenever you use a child restraint system in the rear seating area.

it should be anchored. (For

If your child restraint system has a top strap, the installation of the top strap, see “—Using a top strap” on page 119 in this Section.) For installation details, refer to the instruc- tion manual equipped with each product.

CAUTION

D When using the lower anchorages for the child restraint system, be sure that there are no irregular ob- jects around the anchorages or that the seat belt is not caught.

D Push and pull the child restraint system in different directions to be sure is secure. Follow all the installation instructions provided by its manufacturer.

it

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D After securing

the child restraint system, never slide or recline the seat.

the

lock mechanism of

D Do not install a child restraint sys- tem on the rear seat if it interferes with the front seats. Otherwise, the child or front seat occupant(s) may be killed or seriously injured in case of sud- den braking or a collision.

—Installation with child restraint lower anchorages (double cab models)

LS13084

installed

Lower anchorages for Child Restraint Systems equipped with hook or buckle type attachments are in the rear seat. The anchorages are installed in the gap between the seat cushion and seatback of both outside rear seats as shown in the illustration. Child Restraint Systems equipped with hook or buckle type attachments can be installed using these anchorages. For such systems, it is not necessary to use the vehicle seatbelts.

LS13085

Canada only

Type A

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RESTRAINT

SYSTEM

CAUTION

CHILD INSTALLATION 1. Widen

the gap between

the seat cushion and seatback slightly and confirm the position of the lower an- chorages near the seatback.

the button on

2. Type A—Latch the hooks of

lower the anchorages and

straps onto tighten the lower straps. Type B—Latch the buckles onto the anchorages.

LS13086

For owners in Canada—The symbol on a child restraint system indicates the pres- ence of a lower connector system. If your child restraint system has a top strap, the installation of the top strap, see “—Using a top strap” on page 122 in this Section.) For installation details, refer to the instruc- tion manual equipped with each product.

it should be anchored. (For

D When using the lower anchorages for the child restraint system, be sure that there are no irregular ob- jects around the anchorages or that the seat belt is not caught.

D Push and pull the child restraint system in different directions to be sure is secure. Follow all the installation instructions provided by its manufacturer.

it

D After securing

the child restraint

system, never recline the seat.

the

lock mechanism of

D Do not install a child restraint sys- tem on the rear seat if it interferes with the front seats. Otherwise, the child or front seat occupant(s) may be killed or seriously injured in case of sud- den braking or a collision.

Canada only

Type B

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SECTION 1− 4

OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Steering wheel and Mirrors Tilt and telescopic steering wheel Outside rear view mirrors Anti−glare inside rear view mirror Auto anti−glare inside rear view mirror Sun visors Vanity mirrors

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Tilt and telescopic steering wheel

Outside rear view mirrors—

CAUTION

D Do not adjust the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving. Doing so may cause the driver to mishan- dle the vehicle and an accident may occur resulting in death or serious injuries.

D After adjusting the steering wheel, try moving it up and down to make sure it is locked in position.

LS14001a

To adjust the steering wheel position, push down the lock release lever. Then tilt the steering wheel to the desired angle, push or pull it to the desired steering column length and pull up the lock release lever.

LS14002

Adjust the mirror so that you can just see the side of your vehicle in the mir- ror. Be careful when judging the size or dis- tance of any object seen in the outside rear view mirror on the passenger’s side because it is a convex mirror. Any object seen in a convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than when seen in a flat mirror.

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—Power rear view mirror control

CAUTION

Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is moving. Doing so may cause the driver to mishandle the ve- hicle and an accident may occur re- sulting in death or serious injuries.

LS14003

NOTICE

If ice should jam the mirror, do not operate the control or scrape the mir- ror face. Use a spray de−icer to free the mirror.

To adjust a mirror, use the switches. 1. Master switch—To select the mirror to

be adjusted Push (right).

the switch to “L” (left) or “R”

2. Control switch—To move the mirror

Push the switch in the desired direc- tion.

Mirrors can be adjusted when the engine switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position.

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—Folding rear view mirrors

Anti−glare inside rear view mirror

LS14004

LS14005

CAUTION

Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is moving. It may cause the driver to mishandle the vehicle and an accident may occur resulting in death or serious injuries.

The rear view mirrors can be folded backward for parking in compact areas. To fold the rear view mirror, push back- ward.

CAUTION

Do not drive with the mirrors folded backward. Both the driver and pas- senger side rear view mirrors must be extended and properly adjusted before driving.

Adjust the mirror so that you can just see the rear of your vehicle in the mir- ror. To reduce glare from the headlights of the vehicle behind you during night driving, operate the lever on the lower edge of the mirror. Daylight driving—Lever at position 1
The reflection in the mirror has greater clarity at this position. Night driving—Lever at position 2
Remember that by reducing glare you also lose some rear view clarity.

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Auto anti−glare inside rear view mirror

U14028

Adjust the mirror so that you can just see the rear of your vehicle in the mir- ror. This mirror is equipped with auto anti− glare function. The function is designed to reduce glare from the headlights of the vehicle behind you during night driving. When the engine switch is turned on, the inside rear view mirror always turns on in the automatic function mode. The indicator illuminates to show you that the function is on.

In automatic function mode, if the mirror detects light from the headlights of the the mirror surface vehicle behind you, darkens slightly the reflected light. To turn off and on the automatic function, push the “

to reduce

” switch.

Adjust it before driving so that the rear view is in the best condition. When the inside air temperature is low, it may take a little longer for the mirror to darken the detection of headlights.

in response

to

CAUTION

Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is moving. Doing so may cause the driver to mishandle the ve- hicle and an accident may occur re- sulting in death or serious injuries.

U14029

To ensure correct functioning of anti− glare mirror sensors located on both sides of the mirror, do not touch or cover the sensors with your finger or a piece of cloth, etc.

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Sun visors

Vanity mirrors

LS14009

To block out glare, move the sun visor. To block out glare from the front—Swing down the sun visor (position 1). To block out glare from the side—Swing down the sun visor, remove it from the hook and swing it to the lateral side (posi- tion 2). Type B— If glare comes from obliquely behind you, extend the plate at the end of the visor (position 3).

LS14010

Type A

CAUTION

Type A

Type B— Do not extend the plate at the end of the sun visor when the visor is in the position 1. It can cover the anti−glare inside rear view mirror and obstruct the rear view.

LS14008

LS14011

Type B

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Type A— To use the vanity mirrors, swing down the sun visor and slide the cover. Type B— To use the vanity mirror, swing down the sun visor.

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SECTION 1− 5

OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Lights and Wipers Headlights and turn signals Emergency flashers Instrument panel light control Front fog lights Interior light Personal lights Windshield wipers and washer

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Headlights and turn signals

LS15001b

For the U.S.A.

LS15002b

For Canada

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the

HEADLIGHTS To turn on the following lights: Twist the headlight/turn signal lever knob. Position 1—Parking, tail, license plate and instrument panel lights For Canada—The tail light indicator (green light) on the instrument panel will tell you that the tail lights are on. Position 2—Headlights and all of above For the U.S.A.—The headlight low beam indicator light (green light) on the instru- ment panel will low beams are on. Automatic light cut off system The lights automatically turn off when the driver’s door is opened with the engine switch in the “ACC” or “LOCK” position. To turn them on again, turn the engine switch to the “ON” position or actuate the headlight switch. If you are going to park for over one week, make sure the headlight switch is off.

tell you

that

the

NOTICE

To prevent the battery from being dis- charged, do not leave the lights on for a long period when the engine is not running.

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Daytime running light (DRL) system (on some models) The Daytime Running Light (DRL) system can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. The DRL system can be helpful in many differ- ent driving conditions, but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset. The DRL system will make your front turn signal lights come on when: D The engine switch is on with the en-

gine running.

D The knob is in the “OFF” position or

position 1.

D The parking brake is released. To turn off the DRL system, twist the knob to position 2 or turn the engine switch off.

LS15003b

LS15004b

High−Low beams—For high beams, turn the headlights on and push the lever away from you (position 1). Pull the lever to- ward you (position 2) for low beams. The headlight high beam light indicator (blue light) on the instrument panel will tell you that the high beams are on. Flashing the high beam headlights (position 3)—Pull the way back. The high beam headlights turn off when you release the lever. You can flash the high beam headlights with the knob turned to “OFF”.

the lever all

TURN SIGNALS To signal a turn, push the headlight/ turn signal lever up or down to position 1. The engine switch must be in the “ON” position. The lever automatically returns after you make a turn, but you may have to return it by hand after you change lanes. To signal a lane change, move the lever up or down to the pressure point (position 2) and hold it. If the turn signal indicator lights (green lights) on the instrument panel flash faster than normal, a front or rear turn signal bulb is burned out.

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Emergency flashers

Instrument panel light control

LS15005

NOTICE

To prevent the battery from being dis- charged, do not leave the switch on longer than necessary when the en- gine is not running.

LS15006

flashers,

turn on

the emergency

To push the switch. All the turn signal lights will flash. To turn them off, push the switch once again. Turn on the emergency flashers to warn other drivers if your vehicle must be stopped where it might be a traffic hazard. Always pull as far off the road as pos- sible. The turn signal light switch will not work when the emergency flashers are operat- ing.

To adjust the brightness of the instru- ment panel lights, turn the dial.

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Front fog lights

Interior light

LS15007

LS15008a

ILLUMINATED ENTRY SYSTEM When the switch is in the “DOOR” posi- tion and any door is opened, the light will come on. After all the doors are closed, the light remains on for about 15 seconds before fading out. However, in the following cases, the light goes out immediately: D All the doors are closed when the en- gine switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position.

To turn on the front fog lights, push the switch. They will come on when the headlights are turned on.

To turn on the interior light, slide the switch. The interior light switch has the following positions: “ON”—Keeps the light on all the time. “OFF”—Turns the light off. “DOOR”—Turns light on when any door is opened. The light goes off when all the doors are closed. To prevent the battery being discharged, the light will automatically turn off when the key is removed and the door is left opened with the switch at the “DOOR” position for 20 minutes or more.

the

D The engine switch

the “ACC”, “ON” or “START” after all the doors are closed.

turned

to

is

D All the doors are closed and locked when the light is still on. (vehicles with the power door lock system only)

lock sys-

Vehicles with the power door tem— When all the doors are unlocked using either the key or the wireless remote con- trol transmitter simultaneously, the interior light will come on and remain on for about 15 seconds before fading out.

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Personal lights

Windshield wipers and washer (type A)

LS15009

LS15010c

To turn on the personal lights, push the lens. To turn the lights off, push the lens once again.

To turn on the windshield wipers, move the lever to the desired setting. The engine switch must be in the “ON” position.

Lever position

Speed setting

Position 1

Position 2

Position 3

Intermittent

Slow

Fast

For a single sweep of push the lever up and release it.

the windshield,

the band upward to

The “INT TIME” band lets you adjust the wiping time interval when the wiper lever is in the intermittent position (position 1). Twist increase the time between sweeps, and downward to decrease it. To squirt washer fluid, pull the lever toward you and release it. If the windshield wipers are off, they will operate a couple of times after the washer squirts. For instructions on adding washer fluid, see “Adding washer fluid” on page 391 in Section 7−3. In freezing weather, warm the windshield with the defroster before using the washer. This will help prevent fluid from freezing on your windshield, which can block your vision.

the washer

NOTICE

Do not operate the wipers if the wind- shield the glass.

It may scratch

is dry.

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When waxing your vehicle, make sure that the washer nozzles do not become blocked. If a nozzle becomes blocked, contact your Toyota dealer to have the vehicle serviced.

NOTICE

If a nozzle becomes blocked, do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged.

Windshield wipers and washer (type B)

LS15011d

In freezing weather, warm the windshield with the defroster before using the washer. This will help prevent fluid from freezing on your windshield, which can block your vision.

the washer

NOTICE

Do not operate the wipers if the wind- shield the glass.

It may scratch

is dry.

To turn on the windshield wipers, move the lever to the desired setting. The engine switch must be in the “ON” position.

Lever position

Speed setting

Position 1

Position 2

Slow

Fast

the windshield,

For a single sweep of push the lever up and release it. To squirt washer fluid, pull the lever toward you and release it. For instructions on adding washer fluid, see “Adding washer fluid” on page 391 in Section 7−3.

When waxing your vehicle, make sure that the washer nozzles do not become blocked. If a nozzle becomes blocked, contact your Toyota dealer to have the vehicle serviced.

NOTICE

If a nozzle becomes blocked, do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged.

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SECTION 1− 6

OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Gauges, Meters and Service reminder indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fuel gauge Engine coolant temperature gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tachometer Odometer and two trip meters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers

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150
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Fuel gauge

Low fuel level warning light

LS16001a

indicates

The gauge the approximate quantity of fuel remaining in the tank when the engine switch is on. Nearly full—Needle at “F” Nearly empty—Needle at “E” It is a good idea to keep the tank over 1/4 full. The needle moves when braking, acceler- ating or making turns. This is caused by the movement of the fuel in the tank. If the fuel level approaches “E” or the low fuel level warning light comes on, fill the fuel tank as soon as possible.

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On inclines or curves, due to the move- ment of fuel in the tank, the fuel gauge needle may fluctuate or the low fuel level warning light may come on earlier than usual. If the fuel tank is completely empty, the malfunction indicator lamp comes on. Fill the fuel tank immediately. The indicator lamp goes off after driving several times. If the indicator lamp does not go off, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

Engine coolant temperature gauge

LS16002

The gauge indicates the engine coolant temperature when the engine switch is on. The engine operating temperature will vary with changes in weather and engine load. If the needle moves into the red zone, your engine is too hot. If your vehicle overheats, stop your vehicle and allow the engine to cool. Your vehicle may overheat during severe operating conditions, such as:

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D Driving up a long hill on a hot day. D Reducing speed or stopping after high

speed driving.

D Idling for a long period with the air conditioning on in stop−and−go traffic.

D Towing a trailer.

NOTICE

z Do not remove the thermostat

in the engine cooling system as this may cause the engine to overheat. The thermostat is designed to con- trol the flow of coolant to keep the temperature of the engine within the specified operating range.

z Do not continue driving with an overheated engine. See “If your ve- hicle overheats” in Section 4.

Tachometer

Odometer and two trip meters

LS16003

LS16004

The tachometer indicates engine speed in thousands of rpm (revolutions per minute). Use it while driving to select correct shift points and to prevent en- gine lugging and over−revving. Driving with the engine running too fast causes excessive engine wear and poor fuel economy. Remember, in most cases the slower the engine speed, the greater the fuel economy.

NOTICE

Do not let the indicator needle get into the red zone. This may cause severe engine damage.

This meter displays the odometer and two trip meters. 1. Odometer—Shows

total distance

the

the vehicle has been driven.

2. Two

trip meters—Show

two different distances independently driven since the last time each trip meter was set to zero. You can use one trip meter to calculate the to measure the distance on each trip. All trip meter data is cancelled if the elec- trical power source is disconnected.

fuel economy and

the other

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3. Trip meter reset knob—Resets the two trip meters to zero, and also change the meter display. To change the meter display, quickly push and release the knob. The meter display changes in the order from the odometer to trip meter A to trip meter then back B, the odometer each time you push. To reset the trip meter A to zero, dis- play the meter A reading, then push and hold the knob until the meter is set to zero. The same process can be applied for resetting the trip meter B.

to

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Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers

If the indicator or buzzer comes on...

Do this.

(a)

(b)

(c)

(d)

(e)

(f)

(g)

(indicator and buzzer)

If parking brake is off, stop immediately and contact Toyota dealer.

(indicator and buzzer)

Fasten driver’s seat belt.

(indicator and buzzer)

Fasten front passenger’s seat belt.

Stop immediately and contact Toyota dealer.

Stop and check.

Take vehicle to Toyota dealer.

Replace engine oil.

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If the indicator or buzzer comes on...

Do this.

(h)

(i)

(j)

(k)

(l)

(m)

(n)

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Low fuel level warning light

Fill up tank.

or

Take vehicle to Toyota dealer. If brake system warning light is also on, stop immediately and contact Toyota dealer.

If the light flashes, take vehicle to Toyota dealer.

Close all doors.

Take vehicle to Toyota dealer immediately.

Adjust tire inflation pressure (including spare tire). If the warning light comes on after blinking for 1 minute, contact Toyota dealer.

Stop and check.

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If the indicator or buzzer comes on...

Do this.

Key reminder buzzer

Remove key.

Parking brake reminder buzzer

Release parking brake.

(o)

(p)

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(a) Brake System Warning Light and

buzzer

This light comes on in the following cases when the engine switch is in the “ON” position. D When the parking brake is applied... This light comes on for a few seconds when the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position even after the parking brake is released. D When the brake fluid level is low...

CAUTION

It is dangerous to continue driving normally when the brake fluid level is low.

D When

the hydraulic brake booster fails (with the vehicle stability con- trol system)...

If the hydraulic booster causes a problem resulting in poor braking performance, the warning light comes on and buzzer sounds continuously. Have your vehicle checked at your Toyota dealer in the following case:

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D The light does not come on even if the parking brake is applied when the en- gine switch is in the “ON” position.

D The light does not come on even if the the

turned on with

engine switch parking brake released.

is

A warning light turning on briefly during operation does not indicate a problem.

CAUTION

Without the vehicle stability control system— If either of the following conditions occurs, immediately stop your vehicle at a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer. D The

light does not turn off even after the parking brake is released while the engine is running. In this case, the brakes may not work properly and your stopping distance will become longer. De- press the brake pedal firmly and bring the vehicle to an immediate stop.

D The brake system warning light re- mains on together with the “ABS” warning light. In this case, not only the anti−lock brake system will fail but also the vehicle will become extremely un- stable during braking.

With the vehicle stability control sys- tem— If any of the following conditions oc- curs, immediately stop your vehicle at a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer. D The

light does not turn off even after the parking brake is released while the engine is running.

D The warning buzzer comes on to-

gether with the warning light. In either case, this can indicate that the brakes may not work properly and your stopping distance will be- come the brake pedal firmly and bring the vehicle to an immediate stop.

longer. Depress

D The brake system warning light re- mains on together with the “ABS” warning light.

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In this case, not only the anti−lock brake system will fail but also the vehicle will become extremely un- stable during braking.

With the vehicle stability control system— Any of the following conditions may oc- cur, but do not indicate the malfunc- tion: D The light may stay on for about 60
seconds after is turned to the “ON” position. It is nor- mal if it turns off after a while.

the engine switch

turn on

D Depressing the brake pedal repeatedly may light and buzzer. It is normal if the light turns off and the buzzer stops sounding after a few seconds.

the warning

D You may hear a small sound in the engine compartment after the engine is started or the brake pedal is depressed repeatedly. This is a pump pulsating sound of the brake system, and it is not a malfunction.

(b) Driver’s Seat Belt Reminder Light

and Buzzer

(c) Front Passenger’s Seat Belt Re-

minder Light and Buzzer

the

the

fastens

reminder

“START”,

the belt,

The light and buzzer act as a reminder to buckle up the driver’s seat belt. Once the engine switch is turned to the “ON” or light flashes and buzzer sounds if the driver’s seat belt is not fastened. Unless the driv- er light continues flashing and the buzzer stops after about 4 to 8 seconds. If the vehicle speed rises above 20 km/h (12 mph) with the seat belt unfastened, the buzzer will sound for about 10 sec- onds. Then, if the seat belt is still unfas- tened, the buzzer will sound in a different tone for 20 seconds. Even if the vehicle speed drops below 20 km/h (12 mph), the buzzer will continue to sound. To stop the buzzer, fasten the seat belt. If the buzzer still sounds, make sure the front passen- ger’s seat belt is fastened. The vehicle speed linked seat belt remind- er buzzer can be disabled. For details, contact your Toyota dealer. However, Toyota the seat belt reminder buzzer be operational to alert the driver and front passenger that the seat belts are not fastened.

recommends

that

The light and buzzer act as a reminder to have the front passenger buckle up the seat belt. Once the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position, the reminder light flashes if a passenger sits in the right front passen- ger seat and does not fasten the seat belt. If the vehicle speed rises above 20 km/h (12 mph) with the seat belt unfastened, the buzzer will sound for 10 seconds. Then, if the seat belt is still unfastened, the buzzer will sound in a different tone for 20 seconds. Even if the vehicle speed drops below 20 km/h (12 mph), the buzzer will continue to sound. To stop the buzzer, fasten the seat belt. If the buzzer still sounds, make sure the driver’s seat belt is fastened. If luggage or other load is placed on the its front passenger seat, depending on weight, flash and buzzer to sound. The vehicle speed linked seat belt remind- er buzzer can be disabled. For details, contact your Toyota dealer.

the reminder

light

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that

recommends

However, Toyota the seat belt reminder buzzer be operational to alert the driver and front passenger that the seat belts are not fastened. (d) Charging System Warning Light This warning the light comes on when engine switch is turned to the “ON” posi- tion, and goes off when is started. When there are problems in the charging system while the engine is running, the warning light comes on.

the engine

NOTICE

When the charging system warning light comes on while the engine is running, malfunctions such as the en- gine drive belt being broken may have occurred. If the warning light comes on, immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer.

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(e) Low Engine Oil Pressure Warning

Light

This light warns that the engine oil pres- sure is too low. If it flickers or stays on while you are driving, pull off the road to a safe place and stop the engine immediately. Call a Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop for assistance. The flicker when the engine is idling or it may come on briefly after a hard stop. There is no cause for concern if it then goes out when the engine is accelerated slightly. The light may come on when the oil level is extremely is not designed to indicate low oil level, and the oil level must be checked using the level dipstick.

light may occasionally

low. It

NOTICE

the Do not drive warning light on—even for one block. It may ruin the engine.

the vehicle with

(f) Malfunction Indicator Lamp This lamp comes on when the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position and goes off after the engine starts. This means that the warning light sys- tem is operating properly. If the lamp remains on, or the lamp comes on while driving, first check the followings. D Empty fuel tank

If the fuel tank is empty, refuel immedi- ately.

D Loose fuel tank cap

If the fuel tank cap is loose, securely tighten it.

These cases are temporary malfunctions. The malfunction indicator lamp will go off after taking several driving trips. If the lamp does not go off even after several trips, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. If the fuel tank is not empty or the fuel tank cap is not loose... D There is a problem somewhere in the engine, emission control system, elec- tronic throttle control system, automatic transmission electrical system or warn- ing light system itself.

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Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle. If engine speed does not increase when the accelerator pedal is depressed, there may be a problem somewhere in the elec- tronic throttle control system. At this time, vibration may occur. Howev- er, if you depress the accelerator pedal more firmly and slowly, you can drive your vehicle at low speeds. Have your vehicle checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. Even if the abnormality of the electronic throttle control system is corrected during low speed driving, the system may not be recovered until the engine is stopped and the engine switch is turned to “ACC” or “LOCK” position.

CAUTION

Be especially careful to prevent erro- neous pedal operation.

if

inspection

Emissions Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) programs Your vehicle may not pass a state emission the malfunction indicator lamp remains on. Contact your to check your vehicle’s Toyota dealer emission and OBD (On−Board Diagnostics) system before taking your vehicle for the inspection. For details, see “Emissions Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) programs” in Section 6. (g) Engine Oil Replacement Reminder

system

control

Light (for vehicles sold in U.S.A.)

This light acts as a reminder to replace the engine oil. This light will come on when the engine switch is turned to “ON” and will go off after about a few seconds. When you drive for about 7200 km (4500
miles) after the engine oil replacement, this light illuminates for about 3 seconds and for about 12 seconds with the engine switch turned to the “ON” If you continue driving without position. replacing the distance driven exceeds 8000 km (5000
miles), the light will come on after the engine switch is turned to “ON” position. The light will remain on thereafter.

the engine oil, and

then flashes

if

If

the

If the light is flashing, we recommend that you replace the engine oil at an early opportunity depending on the driving and road conditions. light comes on, replace it as soon as possible. The system must be the engine oil replacement. Reset the system by the following procedure: 1. Turn the engine switch to the “OFF” position with reading shown. (For details, see “Odometer and two trip meters” on page 151 in this Section.)

the odometer

reset after

2. Turn

the engine switch

to

position while holding down meter reset knob.

the “ON” trip

the

for at

the knob

least 5
Hold down seconds. The odometer indicates “000000” and the light goes off. If the system fails to reset, the light will continue flashing. (h) Low Fuel Level Warning Light This light comes on when the fuel level in the tank becomes nearly empty. Fill up the tank as soon as possible. On inclines or curves, due to the move- ment of fuel in the tank, the low fuel level warning light may come on earlier than usual.

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light comes on when

the vehicle stability control

(i) “ABS” Warning Light Without system— The the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position. If the anti−lock brake system works properly, the light turns off after a few seconds. Thereafter, if the system malfunctions, the light comes on again. When the “ABS” warning light is on (and the brake system warning light is off), the anti−lock brake system does not operate, but the brake system still operates con- ventionally. When the “ABS” warning light is on (and the brake system warning light is off), the anti−lock brake system does not operate but the brake assist system still operates. In this case, the wheels could lock up during a sudden braking or braking on slippery road surfaces. the following conditions If either of occurs, indicates a malfunction this somewhere in the parts monitored by the warning light system. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle.

D The light does not come on when the turned to the “ON”

engine switch is position, or the light remains on.

D The light comes on while you are driv-

ing.

A warning light turning on briefly during operation does not indicate a problem.

CAUTION

If the “ABS” warning light remains on together with the brake system warn- ing light, immediately stop your ve- hicle at a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer. In this case, not only the anti−lock brake system will fail but also the vehicle will become extremely unsta- ble during braking.

With rear differential lock: However, it is a normal operation for the light to be on with rear differential locked. At this time, the anti−lock brake system does not oper- ate.

the

light comes on when

With the vehicle stability control sys- tem— the engine The switch is turned to the “ON” position. If the anti−lock brake system and the brake assist system work properly, light turns off after a few seconds. Thereafter, if either of the systems malfunctions, the light comes on again. When the “ABS” warning light is on (and the brake system warning light is off), the following systems do not operate, but the brake system still operates conventionally. D Anti−lock brake system D Brake assist system D Traction control system D “AUTO LSD” system D Vehicle stability control system D Downhill assist control system D Hill−start assist control system

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When the “ABS” warning light is on (and the brake system warning light is off), the anti−lock brake system does not operate, so that the wheels will lock up during a sudden braking or braking on slippery road surfaces. If either of the following conditions oc- curs, this indicates a malfunction some- where in the components monitored by the warning light system. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle. D The light does not come on when the turned to the “ON”

engine switch is position, or remains on.

D The light comes on while you are dri-

ving.

A warning light turning on briefly during operation does not indicate a problem.

CAUTION

If the “ABS” warning light remains on together with the brake system warn- ing light, immediately stop your ve- hicle at a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer. In this case, not only the anti−lock brake system will fail but also the vehicle will become extremely unsta- ble during braking.

Any of the following conditions may oc- cur, but do not indicate a malfunction: D The light may stay on for about 60
seconds after is turned to the “ON” position. It is nor- mal if it turns off after a while.

the engine switch

D Depressing the brake pedal repeatedly may turn on the light. It is normal if it turns off after a few seconds.

D With rear differential

lock: The

light comes on with rear differential locked. At this time, the anti−lock brake sys- tem, the brake assist system, the ve- hicle stability control system, the trac- tion control system, the downhill assist control system and the hill−start assist control system do not operate.

(j) “VSC OFF” warning light The light flashing warns that there is a problem somewhere in the following. D Vehicle stability control system D Traction control system D “AUTO LSD” system D Downhill assist control system D Hill−start assist control system The light will come on when the engine switch turned to “ON”, and will go off after a few seconds. It is not a malfunction that the light may stay on for 60 seconds after the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position. Depressing repeatedly may turn on the lights. It is normal if they go out after a few seconds.

the brake pedal

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If the light flashes on while driving, the above mentioned systems do not work. However, as conventional braking operates when applied, there is no problem to con- tinue your driving. In the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer: D The warning light does not come on to

the engine switch

turned

is

after “ON”.

D The warning light remains on after the

engine switch is turned to “ON”.

D The warning light flashes while driving. (k) Open Door Warning Light This light remains on until all the doors are completely closed.

light system monitors

(l) SRS Warning Light This light will come on when the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position. After about 6 seconds, the light will go off. This means the systems of the air- bag and front seat belt pretensioners are operating properly. This warning the airbag sensor assembly, front airbag sen- sors, side and curtain shield airbag sen- sors, curtain shield airbag sensors, driv- er’s seat position sensor, driver’s seat belt buckle switch, front passenger occupant classification system∗, passenger airbag off switch, passenger airbag on−off indica- tor light, seat belt pretensioner assem- blies, inflators, “RSCA OFF” indicator light, interconnecting wiring and power sources. ∗: The front passenger occupant classifica- tion system includes the front passenger occupant classification ECU, pressure sen- sor, load sensor, front passenger’s seat belt buckle switch, front passenger’s seat position sensor and belt tension sensor. If either of the following conditions occurs, this indicates a malfunction somewhere in the parts monitored by the warning light system. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle.

D The light does not come on when the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position or remains on for more than 6 seconds.

D The light comes on while driving. (m) Tire Pressure Warning Light This light warns that the tire inflation pres- sure of one or more of your tires (includ- ing the spare tire) is low. The light comes on when the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position. It goes off after a few seconds. This indicates that the tire pres- sure warning system is functioning proper- ly. If the light comes on, stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible and check that the tire inflation pressure of all is as tires loading specified information tire inflation pressure” on page 376 in Section 7−2.) The few minutes after the tire pressure is adjusted. If the warning light comes on after blink- ing for 1 minute, the tire pressure warning system may be malfunctioning. Contact your Toyota dealer. For details, see “Tire pressure warning system” on page 194 in Section 1−7.

light should go off a

the spare the

tire (See

“Checking

(including

label.

tire)

and

on

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(n) Automatic Transmission Fluid Tem- perature Warning Light (four−wheel drive models only)

This light warns that the automatic trans- mission fluid temperature is too high. If this light comes on while you are driv- ing, slow down and pull off the road. Stop the vehicle at a safe place and put the selector lever in “P”. With the engine id- ling, wait until the light goes off. If the light goes off, you may start the vehicle again. If the light does not go off, call a Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop for assistance.

NOTICE

the warning Continued driving with light on may damage the automatic transmission.

(o) Key Reminder Buzzer This buzzer acts as a reminder to remove the key when you open the driver’s door with the engine switch in the “ACC” or “LOCK” position.

(p) Parking Brake Reminder Buzzer The buzzer acts once when the parking brake is not completely released at the vehicle speed of 5 km/h (3 mph) or more. Stop the vehicle and release the parking brake fully.

SERVICE

CHECKING REMINDER INDICATORS (except the low fuel level warning light) 1. Apply the parking brake. 2. Open one of the doors.

The open door warning come on.

light should

3. Close the door.

The open door warning light should go off.

4. Turn the engine switch to “ON”, but do

not start the engine. All the service reminder indicators ex- cept the open door warning light should come on. The following service reminder indica- tors go off after a few seconds:

D Engine oil replacement reminder light D “ABS” warning light D “RSCA OFF” indicator light D “VSC OFF” indicator/warning light D “AUTO LSD” indicator light D Tire pressure warning light D Slip indicator light D Downhill assist control system indicator

light

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The SRS warning light goes off after about 6 seconds. With the vehicle stability control sys- tem— There may be the case that the “ABS” (brake assist system warning warning light or “VSC OFF” indicator/warning light stays on for about 60 seconds after the en- gine switch is turned to the “ON” posi- tion. It is normal if they go out after a while.

light light), slip

indicator

If any service reminder indicator or warn- ing buzzer does not function as described above, have it checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

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SECTION 1− 7

OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Engine (ignition) switch, Transmission and Parking brake Engine (ignition) switch Automatic transmission Manual transmission Four−wheel drive system Traction control system “AUTO LSD” system Vehicle stability control system Downhill assist control system Hill−start assist control system Rear differential lock system Tire pressure warning system Parking brake Cruise control Clutch start cancel switch

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Engine (ignition) switch

LS17001a

“START”—Starter motor on. The engine switch will return to the “ON” position when released. For starting tips, see page 303 in Section 3. “ON”—Engine on and all accessories on. This is the normal driving position. “ACC”—Accessories such as the radio operate, but the engine is off. If you the “ACC” or “LOCK” position and open the driver’s door, a buzzer will remind you to remove the key.

the engine switch

leave

in

CAUTION

For manual transmission: Never remove the key when the ve- hicle is moving, as this will lock the steering wheel and result in loss of steering control.

NOTICE

Do not leave the engine switch in the “ON” position is not running. The battery will discharge and the ignition could be damaged.

if the engine

“LOCK”—Engine is off and the steering wheel is locked. The key can be re- moved only at this position. You must push in the key to turn the key from “ACC” to the “LOCK” position. On vehicles with an automatic transmission, the selector lever must be put in the “P” position before pushing the key. Vehicles with engine immobilizer system— Once you remove the key, the engine im- mobilizer system is automatically set. (See “Engine immobilizer system” on page 15
in Section 1−2.) the engine When starting the engine, switch may seem stuck at the “LOCK” position. To free it, first be sure the key is pushed all the way in, and then rock the steering wheel slightly while turning the key gently. Approximately five hours after the engine is turned off, you may hear sound coming from underneath the deck for several min- utes. This is normal operation and does not indicate a malfunction. “Leak detection pump” on page x.) It is not a malfunction if the needles on all meters and gauges move slightly when the engine switch is turned to the “ACC”, “ON” or “START” position.

(See

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Automatic transmission (5−speed)

LS17002