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20 kPa (0.2 kgf/cm2, 0.2 bar, 3 psi) 30 kPa (0.3 kgf/cm2, 0.3 bar, 4 psi)

113 (11.5, 85)

NOTE: For complete information on tires (e.g. replacing tires or replacing wheels), see “Checking tire inflation pressure”

through “Aluminum wheel precautions”, pages 376 through 385, in Section 7−2.

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Fuses

LS80001

LS80002

Engine compartment

Instrument panel

13. HEAD (LO LH) 10 A: Left−hand head-

light (low beam), front fog lights

14. HEAD (HI RH) 10 A: Right−hand head-

light (high beam)

15. HEAD (HI LH) 10 A: Left−hand head-

light (high beam), meter and gauge

16. ETCS 10 A: Multiport

injection system/sequential multiport injec- tion system, electronic throttle control system

fuel

fuel

17. ALT−S 7.5 A: Charging system 18. EFI 20 A: Multiport fuel injection sys- injection

tem/sequential multiport system

fuel

Fuses (type A) 1. A/C 10 A: Air conditioning system 2. FR FOG 15 A: Front fog lights 3. TOWING TAIL 30 A: Trailer lights (tail

lights)

4. STOP 10 A: Stop lights, high mounted stop light, vehicle stability control sys- tem, anti−lock brake system, shift lock system, multiport fuel injection system/ sequential multiport fuel injection sys- tem, towing converter

5. OBD 7.5 A: On−board diagnosis sys-

tem

6. EFI NO.2 10 A: Multiport fuel injection injec-

system/sequential multiport tion system

fuel

7. TOWING BRK 30 A: Trailer brake con-

troller

8. BATT CHG 30 A: Trailer sub battery 9. TOWING 30 A: Towing converter 10. TRN−HAZ 15 A: Turn signal

lights, emergency flashers, meter and gauge

11. RADIO NO.2 30 A: Audio system 12. HEAD

(LO RH) 10 A: Right−hand

headlight (low beam)

19. HORN 10 A: Horn 20. A/F HEATER 15 A: Multiport fuel injec- tion system/sequential multiport fuel in- jection system

21. ECU−B 7.5 A: Wireless remote control system, air conditioning system, multi- plex communication system, engine im- mobilizer system, meter and gauge, clock, front passenger occupant classi- fication system 22. DOME 7.5 A:

light, personal

Interior

lights

23. RADIO NO.1 10 A: Audio system

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24. STA 7.5 A: Starting system, multiport fuel injection system/sequential multi- port fuel injection system, meter and gauge, clutch start cancel switch

25. IGN 15 A: Multiport fuel injection sys- injection tem/sequential multiport system, engine immobilizer system, anti−lock brake system, traction control system, vehicle stability control system, SRS airbag system, front passenger occupant classification system

fuel

27. TAIL 10 A: Tail

26. GAUGE 7.5 A: Meter and gauge, emergency flashers, front passenger’s seat belt warning system lights,

license plate lights, parking lights, multiport fuel in- jection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system, front fog lights, instru- ment panel light control, illuminations

28. ACC 7.5 A: Shift lock system, outside rear view mirrors, audio system, power outlets

29. PWR OUTLET 15 A: Power outlets 30. DR LCK 20 A: Door lock system

31. IG1 NO.2 10 A: Anti−lock brake sys- tem, vehicle stability control system, stop lights, charging system, multiport fuel injection system/sequential multi- port fuel injection system, air condition- ing system, instrument panel light con- trol, clutch start cancel switch, rear differential lock system, power outlets, tire pressure warning system

32. IG1 10 A: Back−up lights, air condition- ing system, passenger airbag manual on−off switch, shift lock system

33. P RR P/W 20 A: Rear passenger’s

power window (right side)

34. P FR P/W 20 A: Front passenger’s

power window

35. WSH 10 A: Wipers and washer 36. D RR P/W 20 A: Rear passenger’s

power window (left side)

37. 4WD 20 A: Four−wheel drive system,

rear differential lock system

38. WIP 30 A: Wipers and washer Fuses (type B) 39. J/B 50 A: “TAIL”, “AC SKT”, “DR LCK”, “D FR P/W”, “D RR P/W”, “P FR P/W”, “P RR P/W”

40. AM1 50 A: “ACC”, “IG1”, “IG1 NO.2”,

“WIP”, “WSH”, “4WD”, “STA”

41. HEATER 50 A: “A/C”, air conditioning

system

42. ABS NO.1 50 A: Anti−lock brake sys-

tem, vehicle stability control system

43. AM2 30 A: “IGN”, “GAUGE”, multiport injection system/sequential multi-

fuel port fuel injection system

44. A/PUMP 50 A: Multiport fuel injection injec-

system/sequential multiport tion system

fuel

45. ABS NO.2 30 A: Anti−lock brake sys-

tem, vehicle stability control system

46. D FR P/W 30 A: Power windows Fuses (type C) 47. AC SKT 100 A: Cigarette lighter, pow-

er outlets

Fuses (type D) 48. ALT 120 A (without towing package)/ 140 A (with towing package): “AM1”, “AC SKT”, “FR FOG”, “STOP”, “OBD”, “J/B”, “TOWING TAIL”, “TOWING BRK”, “BATT CHG”

“HEATER”,

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SECTION 9

FOR OWNERS Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners (in French) Camper information

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414
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Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately in- form the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., (Toll−free: 1−800−331−4331). If NHTSA receives similar com- plaints, it may open an investiga- tion, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of ve- hicles, it may order a recall and remedy However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.

campaign.

Inc.

Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners (in French)— The following is a French explanation of seat belt instructions extracted from the seat belt section in this manual. See the seat belt section for more de- tailed seat belt instructions in English.

go

1−888−327−4236

To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll−free at (TTY: 1−800−424−9153); to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: Administrator, NHTSA, 1200
New Jersey Ave, S.E., Washing- ton, DC 20590. You can also ob- tain other information about motor vehicle safety from http://www.saf- ercar.gov.

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of

Camper information— This information has been prepared in ac- cordance with regulation issued by the Na- tional Highway Traffic Safety Administra- tion of Transportation. It provides the purchasers and/or prospective purchasers of Toyota vehicles with information on truck−camper loading. Your Toyota dealer will help an- swer any questions you may have as you read this information.

the U.S. Department

—Center of gravity location

Recommended location for cargo center of gravi- ty for cargo weight rating

Rear end of truck bed

LS90001

The figures given in the illustration indi- cate the recommended center of gravity zone.

Regular cab models Access cab models Except X−Runner

X−Runner∗

Double cab models

With short deck

With long deck

mm (in.)

917
(36.1)

917
(36.1)

—

807
(31.8) 706
(27.8)

1267
(49.9)

1267
(49.9)

—

1157
(45.6) 911
(35.9)

∗:

Truck−campers cannot be used with the X−Runner since it is not designed for them.

CAUTION

If a load is too far back, it can cause dangerous handling. If it is too far forward, the front axle may be over- loaded.

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—Cargo weight rating and proper matching

Camper center of gravity

LS90003a

Recommended center of gravity location zone

Cargo weight rating Regular cab models

2 people, 2TR−FE engine, 2WD except PreRunner

430 kg (950 lb.) 3 people, 2TR−FE engine, 2WD except PreRunner

362 kg (800 lb.)

2 people, 2TR−FE engine, PreRunner

453 kg (1000 lb.)

3 people, 2TR−FE engine, PreRunner

385 kg (850 lb.)

2 people, 2TR−FE engine, 4WD

453 kg (1000 lb.)

3 people, 2TR−FE engine, 4WD

385 kg (850 lb.)

Access cab models

2 people, 2TR−FE engine, 2WD except PreRunner

430 kg (950 lb.) 4 people, 2TR−FE engine, 2WD except PreRunner

294 kg (650 lb.)

2 people, 2TR−FE engine, PreRunner

453 kg (1000 lb.)

4 people, 2TR−FE engine, PreRunner

317 kg (700 lb.)

2 people, 1GR−FE engine, PreRunner

453 kg (1000 lb.)

4 people, 1GR−FE engine, PreRunner

317 kg (700 lb.)

2 people, 2TR−FE engine, 4WD

453 kg (1000 lb.)

4 people, 2TR−FE engine, 4WD

317 kg (700 lb.)

2 people, 1GR−FE engine, 4WD

410 kg (905 lb.)

4 people, 1GR−FE engine, 4WD

274 kg (605 lb.)

Double cab models with short deck

2 people, 1GR−FE engine, PreRunner

453 kg (1000 lb.)

5 people, 1GR−FE engine, PreRunner

249 kg (550 lb.)

2 people, 1GR−FE engine, 4WD

408 kg (900 lb.)

5 people, 1GR−FE engine, 4WD

204 kg (450 lb.)

Double cab models with long deck

2 people, 1GR−FE engine, PreRunner

453 kg (1000 lb.)

5 people, 1GR−FE engine, PreRunner

249 kg (550 lb.)

2 people, 1GR−FE engine, 4WD

385 kg (850 lb.)

5 people, 1GR−FE engine, 4WD

181 kg (400 lb.)

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When the truck is used to carry a slide−in camper, the total cargo load of the truck consists of the manufacturer’s camper weight figure, the weight of installed addi- tional camper equipment not included in the manufacturer’s camper weight figure, the weight of camper cargo, and the weight of passengers in the camper. The total cargo load should not exceed the truck’s cargo weight rating and the camper’s center of gravity should fall with- in recommended center of gravity zone when installed.

truck’s

the

CAUTION

Be careful—overloading can cause dangerous braking and handling prob- lems, and can damage your vehicle and its tires.

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—Gross axle and vehicle weight ratings

Gross axle weight rating

Gross vehicle weight rating

LS90005

LS90007

Front GAWR

Rear GAWR

Not exceed GVWR

items

loose

Secure to prevent weight shifts that could affect the balance of your vehicle. When the truck camper is loaded, drive to a scale and weigh on the front and on the rear wheels separately to de- termine axle loads. Individual axle loads should not exceed either of the Gross Axle Weight Ratings (GAWR). The total of the axle the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). These ratings are given on the vehicle certification label which is located on the door latch post on the left side of the vehicle. See “Your Toyota’s identification” on page 284 in Section 2 for the Certifica- tion Label location. If weight ratings are exceeded, move or remove items to bring all weights below the ratings.

loads should not exceed

GAWR Two−wheel drive models except PreRun- ner

Front Rear

1079 kg (2380 lb.) 1217 kg (2685 lb.) Four−wheel drive models and PreRunner 1249 kg (2755 lb.) 1410 kg (3110 lb.)

Front Rear

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GVWR Two−wheel drive models except PreRun- ner

Regular cab models

Access cab models 2TR−FE engine

1GR−FE engine

PreRunner

Regular cab models

Access cab models

Double cab models

2063 kg (4550 lb.)

2199 kg (4850 lb.)

2086 kg (4600 lb.)

2268 kg (5000 lb.)

2381 kg (5250 lb.)

2426 kg (5350 lb.)

Four−wheel drive models

Regular cab models

Access cab models

Double cab models

2313 kg (5100 lb.)

2426 kg (5350 lb.)

2472 kg (5450 lb.) If weight ratings are exceeded, move or remove items to bring all weights below the ratings.

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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 following 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. If there is not a Toyota dealer near you, please call the following number: U.S. OWNERS:

D When traveling in the U.S. mainland or Canada:

Toyota Customer Experience Center

Toll−free:1−800−331−4331

CANADIAN OWNERS:

D Hawaii:

Servco Automotive Customer Services

D When traveling in Canada or the U.S. mainland:

Toyota Canada Customer Interaction Centre

Toll−free:1−888−272−5515

Toll−free:1−888−TOYOTA−8 or 1−888−869−6828

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. Please access our websites for further information.

D The U.S. mainland D Hawaii D Canada

www.toyota.com www.toyotahawaii.com www.toyota.ca

© 2008 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.

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Quick index D If a service reminder indicator or warning buzzer comes on D If your vehicle will not start D If your engine stalls while driving D If you cannot increase engine speed D If your vehicle overheats D If you have a flat tire D If your vehicle needs to be towed D Tips for driving during break–in period D How to start the engine D General maintenance D Complete index Gas station information Fuel type:

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327
328
328
329
340
271
304
357
NO TAG

f(cid:2)U–4

UNLEADED gasoline, Octane Rating 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher See page 271 for detailed information.

Fuel tank capacity:

80 L (21.1 gal., 17.6 lmp. gal.)

Engine oil:

ILSAC multigrade engine oil is recommended. See page 371 for detailed information.

Tire information: See pages 376 through 385. Tire inflation pressure: See page 410.

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Important information about this manual

Safety and vehicle damage warnings

Safety symbol

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 is ignored. You are injury to people if the warning informed about what you must or must not do in injury to yourself and order to reduce the risk of 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.

the safety symbol When you see 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

Occupant restraint systems

Toyota encourages you and your family to take the time to read Section 1−3 of this Owner’s Manual carefully. In terms of helping you understand how you can receive the maximum benefit of the occupant restraint systems this vehicle provides, Section 1−3 of this Owner’s Manual is the most important Section for you and your family to read. Section 1−3 describes the function and operation concern- ing seats, seat belts, SRS airbags and child restraint sys- tems of this vehicle and some potential hazards you should be aware of. These systems work together along with the overall structure of this vehicle in order to provide occupant restraint in the event of a crash. The effect of each system is enhanced when it is used properly and together with other systems. No single occupant restraint system can, by itself, provide you or your family with the equal level of restraint which these systems can provide when used together. That is why it is important for you and your family to understand the purpose and proper use of each of these systems and how they relate to each other.

The purpose of all occupant restraint systems is to help reduce the possibility of death or serious injury in the event of a collision. None of these systems, either individ- ually or together, can ensure that there is no injury in the event of collision. However, the more you know about these systems and how to use them properly, the greater your chances become of surviving an accident without death or serious injury.

Seat belts provide the primary restraint to all occupants of the vehicle, and every occupant of the vehicle should wear seat belts properly at all times. Children should always be secured in child restraint systems that are appropriate for their age and size. SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) airbags are, as their names imply, designed to work with, and be supplemental to, seat belts and are not substitutes for them. SRS airbags can be very effective in reducing the risk of head and chest injuries by preventing contact of the head and chest with interior portions of the vehicle.

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In order to be effective, the SRS airbags must deploy with tremendous speed. The rapid deployment of the SRS air- bags makes the SRS airbags themselves potential sources of death or serious injury if an occupant is too close to an airbag, or if an object or some part of his or her body has been placed between the occupant and the airbag at the time of deployment. This is just one example of how the instructions in Section 1−3 of this Owner’s Manual will help ensure proper use of the occupant restraint systems, and increase the safety they can provide to you and your fami- ly in the event of an accident.

Toyota recommends you to read the provisions in Section 1−3 carefully and refer to them as needed during your time of ownership of this vehicle.

Event data recorder

Your vehicle has computers that monitor and control cer- tain aspects of your vehicle. These computers assist in driving and maintaining optimal vehicle performance. Be- sides storing data useful for troubleshooting, there is a system to record data in a crash or a near car crash event. This is called an Event Data Recorder (EDR).

The SRS airbag sensor assembly contains the EDR. In a crash or a near car crash event, this device may record some or all of the following information:

D Engine speed D Whether the brake pedal was applied or not D Vehicle speed D To what extent the accelerator pedal was depressed D Position of the transmission selector lever D Whether the driver and front passenger wore the

seat belts or not

D Driver’s seat position D Front passenger’s occupant classification

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D SRS airbag deployment data D SRS airbag system diagnostic data

If your vehicle is equipped with a vehicle stability control (VSC) system, its Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may con- tain another EDR. There are a variety of driving situations which include activating the VSC under which the VSC EDR will record certain information. The VSC EDR may record some or all of the following information:

D Behavior of the vehicle D Steering wheel angle D Vehicle speed D To what extent the accelerator pedal was depressed D To what extent the brake pedal was applied D To what extent the ECU controlled the condition of

the 4 wheels

D vehicle stability control system diagnostic data

The information above is intended to be used for the pur- pose of improving vehicle safety performance. Unlike gen- eral data recorders, the EDR does not record sound data such as conversation between passengers.

Toyota will not disclose the data recorded in an EDR to a third party except when:

D An agreement from the vehicle’s owner (or the leas-

ing company for a leased vehicle) is obtained

D Officially requested by the police or other authorities D Used as a defense for Toyota in a law suit D Ordered by the court

However, if necessary Toyota will:

D Use the data for research on Toyota vehicle safety

performance

D Disclose the data to a third party for research pur- poses without disclosing details of the vehicle own- er, and only when it is deemed necessary

D Disclose summarized data cleared of vehicle identifi- cation information to a non−Toyota organization for research purposes

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New vehicle warranty

Your new vehicle is covered by the following Toyota limited warranties:

D New vehicle warranty D Emission control systems warranty D Others further

information, please refer

Information Booklet” or

For Warranty Supplement”.

to the “Owner’s “Owner’s Manual

Your responsibility for

maintenance

It is the owner’s responsibility to make sure that the speci- fied maintenance is performed. Section 6 gives details of these maintenance requirements. Also included in Section 6 is general maintenance. For scheduled maintenance in- formation, please refer to the “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”.

Important health and safety

information about your Toyota

CAUTION

D WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constitu- ents, and a wide variety of automobile compo- nents contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth de- fects and other reproductive harm. In addition, oils, fuels and fluids contained in vehicles as well as waste produced by component wear con- tain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or

other reproductive harm.

D Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash your hands after handling. Used engine oil contains chemicals that have caused cancer in laboratory animals. Always protect your skin by washing

thoroughly with soap and water.

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Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Toyota

Spark ignition system of your

Toyota

A wide variety of non−genuine spare parts and accessories for Toyota vehicles are currently available in the market. You should know that Toyota does not warrant these prod- ucts and is not responsible for their performance, repair, or replacement, or for any damage they may cause to, or adverse effect they may have on, your Toyota vehicle.

This vehicle should not be modified with non−genuine Toyota products. Modification with non−genuine Toyota products could affect its performance, safety or durability, and may even violate governmental regulations. In addi- tion, damage or performance problems resulting from the modification may not be covered under warranty.

The spark ignition system in your Toyota meets all require- ments of the Canadian Interference−Causing Equipment Standard.

Installation of a mobile two−way radio system

As the installation of a mobile two−way radio system in your vehicle could affect the following electronic systems, be sure to check with your Toyota dealer for precautionary measures or special instructions regarding installation.

D Multiport

fuel

injection system/sequential multiport

fuel injection system

D SRS airbag system D Seat belt pretensioner system

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D Traction control system D “AUTO LSD” system D Vehicle stability control system D Downhill assist control system D Hill−start assist control system

(automatic transmission only)

D Cruise control system D Anti−lock brake system D Electronic throttle control system D Tire pressure warning system

Tires and loading on your

Toyota

Underinflated or overinflated tire inflation pressure and the excess load may result in the deterioration of steering ability and braking ability, leading to an accident. Check the tire inflation pressure periodically and be sure to keep the load limits given in this Owner’s Manual. For details about tire limits, see “Checking tire inflation pressure” on page 376 in Section 7−2 and “Vehicle load limits” on page 299
in Section 2.

inflation pressure and

load

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Scrapping of your Toyota

If

The SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner devices in your Toyota contain explosive chemicals. is scrapped with the airbags and pretensioners left as they are, this may cause an accident such as fire. Be sure to have the systems of the SRS airbag and seat belt preten- sioner removed and disposed of by a qualified service shop or by your Toyota dealer before you dispose of your vehicle.

the vehicle

On−pavement and off−road

driving tips

(four−wheel drive models and

PreRunner)

This vehicle will handle and maneuver differently from an ordinary passenger car because it is also designed for off−road use. It has a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles. In addition, this vehicle has a higher ground clearance and center of gravity 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 rollover causing death or serious “Off−road vehicle precautions” on page 270 in Section 2 and “Off−road driving precautions” on page 307 in Section 3.

injury. Be sure

read

to

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Leak detection pump

This pump performs fuel evaporation leakage check. This check is done approximately five hours after the engine is turned off. So you may hear sound coming from under- neath the deck for several minutes. It does not indicate a malfunction.

Perchlorate Material

Special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.

Your vehicle has components that may contain perchlorate. These components may include airbag, seat belt preten- sioners, and wireless remote control batteries.

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You should know as much about the quality and importance of proper maintenance of your new vehicle as the people who built it.

The Toyota authorized Repair Manual tells you how to maintain your vehicle and enables you to correctly perform your own maintenance.

The best way to keep your new vehicle in top running order is to maintain it properly from the moment you drive it off the showroom floor.

The Toyota authorized Repair Manual is packed with literally everything you need to know to perform your own maintenance in virtually every area of your new vehicle.

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Maintenance procedures for the engine, chassis, body, electrical system, and more, are clearly explained and illustrated.

Periodic maintenance and tune−up

Periodic maintenance and tune−up helps to pre- vent small problems from growing into larger ones lat- er on. The repair manual outlines exactly what main- tenance is required and clearly explains how to do the work yourself step−by−step.

Areas covered include such things as spark plug re- placement, valve clearance adjustment and engine oil and filter replacement.

Where to obtain the

Repair Manual

The repair manual for TOYOTA TACOMA may be purchased from any Toyota dealer or the Material Distribution Center. To purchase the repair manual, please contact your Toyota deal- er or call the Material Distribution Center toll− free at 1−800−622−2033.

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WE REALLY CARE ABOUT YOU Ċ PLEASE BUCKLE UP

Toyota has made a special effort to encourage use of seat belts.

Toyota belts are:

D Comfortable D Easy to use D Convenient

We encourage you to use your belts every time you drive.

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SECTION 1− 1

OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Overview of instruments and controls Instrument panel overview Instrument cluster overview Indicator symbols on the instrument panel

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Instrument panel overview "Bench seat

1. Side vents 2. Instrument cluster 3. Center vents 4. Glove box 5. Automatic transmission selector lever

or manual transmission gear shift lever

6. Cup holders 7. Tire pressure warning reset switch 8. Auxiliary box 9. Hood lock release lever 10. Parking brake pedal

(automatic transmission)

LS11001b

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"Separate seats with automatic transmission

LS11002c

1. Side vents 2. Instrument cluster 3. Center vents 4. Garage door opener box or accessory

meter

5. Personal lights 6. Auxiliary boxes 7. Power door lock switches 8. Power window switches 9. Glove box 10. Automatic transmission selector lever 11. Rear console box 12. Bottle holders 13. Cup holders 14. Tire pressure warning reset switch 15. Hood lock release lever 16. Parking brake pedal 17. Window lock switch

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"Separate seats with manual transmission

LS11003b

1. Side vents 2. Instrument cluster 3. Center vents 4. Garage door opener box or accessory

meter

5. Personal lights 6. Auxiliary boxes 7. Power door lock switches 8. Power window switches 9. Glove box 10. Rear console box 11. Bottle holders 12. Cup holders 13. Manual transmission gear shift lever 14. Tire pressure warning reset switch 15. Hood lock release lever 16. Window lock switch

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LS11004b

1. Front fog light switch 2. Rear differential lock switch 3. Power outlet main switch 4. Instrument panel light control dial 5. Headlight and turn signal switches 6. Audio remote control switches 7. Wiper and washer switches 8. Front drive control switch knob 9. Audio system 10. Clock 11. Engine immobilizer system indicator

light

12. Front passenger’s seat belt reminder

light

13. Front passenger occupant classification indicator lights or passenger airbag on− off indicator lights

14. Passenger airbag off switch 15. Air conditioning controls 16. Power outlet 17. Emergency flasher switch 18. Cigarette lighter 19. Parking brake lever (manual

transmission)

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20. Cruise control switch 21. Engine switch 22. Roll sensing of curtain shield airbags

off switch

23. “DAC” switch or clutch start cancel

switch

24. “VSC OFF” switch 25. Power rear view mirror control switches

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Instrument cluster overview

LS11005b

1. Tachometer 2. Speedometer 3. Odometer and two trip meters

4. Service reminder indicators and

indicator lights

5. Engine coolant temperature gauge 6. Fuel gauge

7. Trip meter reset knob 8. Shift position indicator lights (automatic

transmission)

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Indicator symbols on the instrument panel

Brake system warning light∗1

Driver’s seat belt reminder light∗1

or

Anti−lock brake system warning light∗1

Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light∗1

Open door warning light∗1

Front passenger occupant classification indicator light or passenger airbag on−off indicator light

Charging system warning light∗1

Low engine oil pressure warning light∗1

Malfunction indicator lamp∗1

Engine oil replacement reminder light∗1 (for vehicles sold in U.S.A.)

SRS warning light∗1

Tire pressure warning light∗1

Automatic transmission fluid temperature warning light∗1 (four−wheel drive models only)

Engine immobilizer system indicator light∗1

Roll sensing of curtain shield airbags off indicator light∗5

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Headlight low beam indicator light

Tail light indicator light

Headlight high beam indicator light

Turn signal indicator lights

Automatic transmission indicator lights (5−speed)

Automatic transmission indicator lights (4−speed)

Four−wheel drive indicator light∗3

Low speed four−wheel drive indicator light∗3

Rear differential lock indicator light∗4

Slip indicator light

Vehicle stability control system off indicator/warning light∗1

Downhill assist control system indicator light

“AUTO LSD” indicator light

Cruise control indicator light∗2

∗1: For details, see “Service reminder indicators and warning

buzzers” on page 153 in Section 1−6.

∗2: If this light flashes, see “Cruise control” on page 201 in

Section 1−7.

∗3: If this light flashes, see “Four−wheel drive system” on page

175 in Section 1−7.

∗4: If this light flashes, see “Rear differential lock system” on

page 192 in Section 1−7.

∗5: For details, see “Roll sensing of curtain shield airbags off

switch” on page 92 in Section 1−3.

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SECTION 1− 10

OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Other equipment Accessory meter Clock Cigarette lighter Power outlet Glove box Garage door opener box Auxiliary boxes Rear console box Cup holders Bottle holders Storage boxes Flashlight holder Seatback table Cargo net hooks Grocery bag hooks Deck hooks Deck rails Floor mat

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

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Accessory meter—

LS10034

1. “E/M” button 2. Compass 3. Outside temperature display

—Before using the accessory meter Operate the accessory meter with the engine switch on. When the engine switch is turned to “ON”, the last previously used mode displayed just before the engine switch is turned off will appear. When lights are the turned on, the brightness of the display will be reduced.

instrument panel

“E/M” button This button is used to switch between English/U.S. Customary System and metric units of the outside temperature display. Every time you push this button, the dis- play toggles through the following informa- tion. 1. Compass and outside temperature (_F) 2. Compass and outside temperature (_C) 3. Display off (no compass) The display variations are as follows;

Indication

Outside

temperature

English/U.S. System (E)

Customary

Metric (M)

_F

_C

The initial mode will be English/U.S. Cus- tomary System units, however, if the unit is switched the engine switch is off, it will display metric units when the engine switch is turned to “ON”.

to metric and

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—Outside temperature display

—Compass

LS10035

LS10036

temperature

the unit, push the “E/M” button

The outside temperature display indi- cates the outside air temperature. The displayed value is updated. To set until the desired unit display appears. The displayed ranges −30_C (−22_F) up to 50_C (122_F). If an abnormality exists in the connection of temperature sensor, “−−_C” (“−−_F”) will appear on the display. If “−−_C” (“−−_F”) appears on the display, contact your Toyota dealer. There may be a case that “−−_C” (“−−_F”) the engine appears momentarily when switch is normal if it goes out soon.

the outside air

is quickly

to “ON”.

turned

from

It

indicates

the vehicle

is heading.

the direction The compass that the above case, it shows that the vehicle is heading west. The direction display is updated every 2
seconds.

In

Displays

NE SE SW NW

Directions

North

Northeast

East

Southeast

South

Southwest

West

Northwest

The compass may not show the correct direction in the following conditions: D The vehicle is stopped immediately af-

ter turning.

D The compass does not adjust while the

vehicle is stopped.

D The engine switch is turned off immedi-

ately after turning.

D The vehicle is on an inclined surface. D The vehicle is in a place where the earth’s magnetic field is subject to in- terference by artificial magnetic fields (underground parking, under a steel tower, between buildings, roof parking, near a crossing, near a large vehicle, etc.).

D The vehicle is magnetized. (There is a magnet or a metal object on or near the roof.)

is small,

the deviation

D The battery has been disconnected. If the compass works to calibrate the direction automati- cally while the vehicle is in motion. For additional precision or see calibrating, COMPASS” below.

for complete THE

“CALIBRATING

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the direction

If the system does not operate properly, contact your Toyota dealer.

indicated or

is not

LS10037

Compass sensor

The compass sensor is on the roof of the vehicle.

NOTICE

Do not put magnets or a metal object on or near the roof of the vehicle. Doing this may cause malfunction of the compass sensor.

the

from

CALIBRATING THE COMPASS (deviation calibration) the compass The direction display on deviates true direction deter- mined by the earth’s magnetic field. The angle of deviation varies according to the geographic position of the vehicle. To adjust this deviation, stop the vehicle, then push and hold the “E/M” button until the “VAR” indication appears on the com- pass display. Then push the “E/M” button, referring to the following map to select the number of the zone where the vehicle is.

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Samoa: 5

Guam: 8

Saipan:

After calibration, leaving the system for several seconds returns to the compass mode.

CAUTION

Do not adjust the display while the vehicle is moving. Be sure to adjust the display only when the vehicle is stopped.

LS10048

Zone number

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LS10038a

LS10039

the direction display on

CALIBRATING THE COMPASS (circling calibration) Sometimes the compass may not change after a turn. To rectify this, stop the vehicle and push and hold the “E/M” button until the “CAL” indi- cation appears on the compass display. (At time, is locked in “N”.)

the compass display

this

in a circle, drive around

Drive the vehicle in a circle at 8 km/h (5
mph) or less. If there is not enough space to drive the block. When the “CAL” indication goes off and the compass returns to the normal mode, calibration is complete. If calibration cannot be performed because of the magnetized vehicle etc., take your vehicle to Toyota dealer.

Perform circling calibration just after you have purchased your Toyota. And then always perform circling calibration after the battery has been removed, re- placed or disconnected. D Do not perform circling calibration of the compass the earth’s magnetic field is subject to in- terference by artificial magnetic fields (underground parking, under a steel tower, between buildings, roof parking, near a crossing, near a large vehicle, etc.).

in a place where

D During calibration, do not operate elec- tric systems (power windows, etc.) as they may interfere with the calibration.

CAUTION

D When doing the circling calibration, be sure to secure a wide space, and watch out for people and ve- hicles in the neighborhood. Do not violate any local traffic rules while performing circling calibration.

D Do not adjust the display while the vehicle is moving. Be sure to adjust the display only when the vehicle is stopped.

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Clock

Cigarette lighter

Power outlet (12 VDC)

LS10001

LS10002

LS10003

To reset the hour: Push the “H” button. To reset the minutes: Push the “M” button. The engine switch must be in the “ACC” or “ON” position. If the electrical power source has been disconnected from the clock, the time dis- play will automatically be set to 1:00 (one o’clock). When lights are turned on, the brightness of the time in- dication will be reduced.

instrument panel

the

To use the cigarette lighter, press it in. After it finishes heating up, it automati- cally pops out ready for use. If the engine is not running, the engine switch must be in the “ACC” position. Do not hold the cigarette lighter pressed in. Use a Toyota genuine cigarette lighter or equivalent for replacement.

The power outlet is designed for power supply for car accessories. The engine switch must be in the “ACC” or “ON” position for the power outlets to be used.

NOTICE

the

fuse

z To prevent

from being blown, do not use the electricity over the total capacity of 12V/120W. z To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not use the power outlets longer than necessary when the engine is not running.

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Power outlet (115 VAC)

z Close the power outlet

lids when the power outlets are not in use. Inserting anything other than an ap- propriate plug that fits the outlet, or allowing any liquid to get into the outlet may cause electrical fail- ure or short circuits.

LS10005

This power outlet is designed for use as a power supply for electric ap- pliances. The power outlet must only be used after the engine is started. If the engine is started with the power outlet main switch on, the maximum ca- pacity of the power supply may decrease to below the standard, or may be cut off completely, even when the vehicle is sta- tionary. While the maximum capacity of the power outlet is always 115 VAC/100W. When the vehicle is stationary, the maximum capacity of the power outlet varies depending on the fol- lowing conditions (a) or (b):

is being driven,

the vehicle

(a) The maximum capacity

is 115
VAC/400W when the following condi- tion applies:

D Automatic

transmission models: The selector lever is in the “P” or “N” posi- tion.

D Manual transmission models: The shift lever is in the neutral position and the clutch pedal is not depressed.

(b) The maximum capacity

is 115
VAC/100W when the following condi- tion applies:

D Automatic

transmission models: The selector lever is moved to any posi- tions other than “P” and “N”.

D Manual

transmission models:

The

clutch pedal is depressed.

A maximum capacity of 400W can only be restored by turning the power outlet main switch off and then on again under condi- tion (a) described above.

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The protection circuit may be activated to cut the power supply if any of the follow- ing conditions apply: D The engine is started with the power

outlet switch on.

D Use of electrical appliances exceeding

the maximum capacity is attempted. A sound may be heard when the protection circuit is activated. This is normal and does not indicate a mal- function.

D Electrical appliances, which consume power exceeding 100W, have been used continuously for a long time per- iod.

D The total power usage by all electrical (headlights, air conditioning, total vehicle for an extended period of

features etc.) has exceeded maximum time.

the

If the protection circuit is activated and the power supply is cut, conduct the fol- lowing procedure: 1. Park the vehicle in a safe area, and then securely apply the parking brake. 2. Check and ensure the following condi-

tions:

Automatic transmission models: The selector lever is in the “P” or “N” posi- tion. Manual transmission models: The shift lever is in the neutral position and the clutch pedal is not depressed.

3. Make sure that the power consumption of the electric appliance is within the maximum capacity of the power outlet and the appliance is not broken.

4. Push again.

the power outlet main switch

the

to cool

When the cabin temperature is high, open the windows temperature down. Once it reaches the normal temper- ature, turn the power outlet main switch on again. If the power supply is not resumed even after performing the above procedure, have the vehicle inspected by a Toyota dealer.

Indicator light (green)

LS10004

Indicator light (yellow)

To use the power outlet, push the main switch located on the instrument panel. The color of the indicator light changes according the maximum available capacity, as follows:

Illumination color

Maximum capacity

Green and yellow

115 VAC/400W

Yellow

115 VAC/100W

turn

To the power outlet off, push the main switch again. When the power outlet is not in use, make sure that the main switch is off and that the indicator light is not illuminated.

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The power supply starts a few seconds after the main switch is pressed. If the main switch is pressed repeatedly at short intervals, the indicator light may remain unchanged, but this does not indi- cate a malfunction. When the power outlet is in operation, the sound of the cooling fan may be heard from the rear console box. This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction. After removing a plug from the power out- let, ensure that lid is properly closed.

the power outlet

CAUTION

D Use of the power outlet when it is wet with rain, drinking water or snow may electrical shocks and is extremely dangerous. The power outlet must be thorough- ly dried before use.

result

in

D Do not allow children to use or

play with the power outlet.

D Be careful not to get any part of your body caught in the power out- let lid.

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D When using electrical appliances, strictly follow any cautions and no- tices written on their labels and in the manufacturers’ instruction man- uals.

the power outlet or

D Do not modify, disassemble or repair its inverter, in any way. Doing so may result in unexpected malfunctions or accidents, which could cause serious damage or injuries. Contact a Toyota dealer for any necessary repairs.

To prevent injuries and accidents, se- curely fix all electric appliances be- fore use and do not use any ap- pliances that may do any of the fol- lowing: D Distract the driver while driving, or

hamper safe driving.

D Result in a fire or burn injuries due to the appliance rolling, falling or overheating while driving.

D Emit steam, while the windows of

the cabin are closed.

Do not perform any of the following. Doing so is very dangerous and may cause unexpected accidents, such as electric shocks. D Using the power outlet for electric

heaters while sleeping.

D Contaminating the power outlet with liquid substances or mud, or using it in rainy and snowy weather.

D Handling electrical appliance plugs at the power outlet with wet hands or feet.

D Inserting

foreign objects

into the

power outlet.

D Using malfunctioning electric ap-

pliances.

D Inserting inappropriate or badly fit-

ting plugs into the power outlet.

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NOTICE

z To prevent the battery from being discharged, turn off all the vehicle’s electronic equipment and accesso- ries, such as the headlights, fog lights and air conditioner, when electrical appliances that consume in excess of 100W are used contin- uously for long periods of time.

z To prevent any damage caused by heat, do not use any electrical ap- pliances that give off intense heat such as toasters, in any locations including internal or external trim, seats and deck.

the

z Do not use any electrical ap- pliances, which are easily affected by vibration or heat, inside the ve-