2008 Toyota Tacoma Owners Manual

CAUTION

Never operate the front drive control switch knob if the wheels are slip- ping. Stop the slipping or spinning before operating.

To shift from “H4” to “H2”, turn the front drive control switch knob fully coun- terclockwise. This can be done at any speed. If the four−wheel drive indicator light con- tinues to blink when you operate the front drive control switch knob from the “H4” to the “H2” position, this reminds you that the transfer mode is not securely in “H2” mode. Drive straight ahead while acceler- ating or decelerating, or drive forward or backward in a short distance. to blink If even if doing so, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. There may be a trouble in the four−wheel drive system.

light continues

indicator

the

CAUTION

Never operate the front drive control switch knob if the wheels are slip- ping. Stop the slipping or spinning before operating.

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SHIFTING BETWEEN “H4” AND “L4” To shift from “H4” to “L4”. (1) Bring the vehicle to a complete stop with the brake pedal held down with your foot.

(2) Shift the automatic transmission selec-

tor lever into “N”.

(3) Push and turn the front drive control

indicator

switch knob fully clockwise. the

four−wheel drive

light try the

If flashes and the buzzer sounds, above steps again. To shift from “L4” to “H4”. (1) Bring the vehicle to a complete stop with the brake pedal held down with your foot.

(2) Shift the automatic transmission selec-

tor lever into “N”.

(3) Turn

the

front drive control switch

knob counterclockwise. four−wheel drive the

If flashes and the buzzer sounds, above steps again.

indicator

light try the

If the “4LO” (low speed four−wheel drive) indicator light continues to blink when you operate the front drive control switch knob to the “H4” or “L4” position, drive forward or backward in a short distance, then stop the vehicle completely, shift the automatic transmission selector lever securely into “N” and operate the switch knob again. If the indicator continues to blink even if doing so, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. There may be a trouble in the four−wheel drive system.

CAUTION

Never operate the front drive control switch knob if the wheels are slip- ping. Stop the slipping or spinning before operating.

Traction control system The traction control system automatical- ly helps prevent the spinning of rear wheels (two−wheel drive models) or 4
wheels (four−wheel drive models) when the vehicle is started or accelerated on slippery road surfaces. When the engine switch is turned to “ON”, the system automatically turns on.

CAUTION

Under certain slippery road condi- tions, full traction of the vehicle and power to the rear wheels (two−wheel drive models) or 4 wheels (four−wheel drive models) cannot be maintained, even though the traction control sys- tem is in operation. Do not drive the vehicle under any speed or maneuver- ing conditions which may cause the vehicle to lose traction control. In si- tuations where the road surface is covered with ice or snow, your ve- hicle should be fitted with snow tires or tire chains. Always drive at an ap- propriate and cautious speed for the present road conditions.

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that

NORMAL MODE Leave the system on during the ordi- nary driving so it can operate when needed. You may hear a sound the engine compartment for a few seconds when the engine is started or just after the vehicle begins to move. This means that the trac- tion control system is in the self−check mode, but does not indicate a malfunction.

in

When the traction control system is oper- ating, the following conditions occur: D The system controls the spinning of the rear wheels (two−wheel drive models) or 4 wheels (four−wheel drive models). At light blinks.

indicator

the slip

time,

this

D You may feel vibration or noise in your the is

vehicle, caused by operation of brakes. This functioning properly.

the system

indicates

The slip indicator light comes on for a few seconds when the engine switch is turned to “ON”. If the indicator light does not come on when the engine switch is turned on, contact your Toyota dealer. The brake actuator temperature increases during continuous operation of the follow- ing systems under conditions such as on slippery roads. D Traction control system D “AUTO LSD” system D Downhill assist control system D Hill−start assist control system

In

(The

continuous

longer operate.

If the brake actuator temperature becomes too high while any of the systems is oper- ating, a buzzer will start to sound intermit- tently to indicate that the traction control system can no this case, immediately stop your vehicle at a safe place. If the system continues to operate, the buzzer sound changes from intermittent to continuous. buzzer sounds for about 3 seconds.) At the time, the slip indicator light will come on and the traction control system temporarily stops operating to protect the brake actuator. (Although the traction control system does not operate, it is no problem to continue driving.) The system will be automatically restored after a short time and the slip indicator light goes off. With rear differential lock: However, it is a normal operation for the light to be on with rear differential locked. At this time, the traction control system does not oper- ate.

in order

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TRACTION CONTROL OFF MODE (two−wheel drive mode only) When getting the vehicle out of mud or newly fallen snow, etc., turn off the traction control system. This system that controls engine performance inter- feres with the process of freeing rear wheels 4 wheels (four−wheel drive mod- els). To turn off: Briefly push the “VSC OFF” switch. The “AUTO LSD” and slip indicator lights will come on. The vehicle stability control system is al- ways activated, even if the traction control system is turned off.

is

the engine

turned off while

To turn on: Briefly push the “VSC OFF” switch once again. The “AUTO LSD” and slip indicator lights will go off. If the “AUTO LSD” and slip indicator lights are on and then restarted, the indicator lights will turn off automatically. When you push and hold the “VSC OFF” switch for 3 seconds or more with the vehicle stopped, turn off the vehicle stabil- ity control system. See “Vehicle stability control system” on page 185 in this Sec- tion. “AUTO LSD” and slip indicator lights come on for a few seconds when the engine switch is turned to “ON”. If the indicator lights do not come on when the engine switch to “ON”, contact your Toyota dealer.

turned

is

CAUTION

Do not drive with the traction control system continuously turned off.

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“VSC OFF” warning light The light flashing warns that there is a problem somewhere in the following. D Traction control system D Vehicle stability control system D “AUTO LSD” system D Downhill assist control system D Hill−start assist control system

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the brake pedal

When the system is normal and the en- gine switch is turned to “ON”, the light will come on and will go off after a few sec- onds. It is not a malfunction that the warning light may stay on for 60 seconds after the engine switch is turned to “ON”. Depressing repeatedly may turn on the lights. It is normal if it goes out after a few seconds. If the “VSC OFF” warning light flashes while driving, the traction control system does not work. However, the brakes operate normally when applied, it is no problem to continue your driving. In the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer: D The warning light does not come on to

the engine switch

turned

is

if

after “ON”.

D The warning light remains on after the

engine switch is turned to “ON”.

D The warning light flashes while driving.

“AUTO LSD” system

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CAUTION

Do not use the “AUTO LSD” system in conditions other than the above. A much greater steering effort and more careful cornering control will be re- quired.

The “AUTO LSD” system aids traction by using the traction control system to control engine performance and braking when one of the rear wheels begins to spin. This system should be used only when wheel spinning occurs in a ditch or rough surface. This system is effective in case one of the rear wheels is spinning.

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To turn on the system, briefly push the “VSC OFF” switch. The “AUTO LSD” is activated under the following condition. At this time, the “AUTO LSD” and slip indicator lights will come on. D The driving mode is set in the two− wheel drive mode (In the four−wheel drive mode, the system does not work.)

D Driving at a speed under 100 km/h (62

mph)

To turn off the system, briefly push the “VSC OFF” switch again and the “AUTO LSD” and slip indicator lights will go off.

is

the engine

turned off while

If the “AUTO LSD” and slip indicator lights are on and then restarted, the indicator light will turn off automatically. When you push and hold the “VSC OFF” switch for 3 seconds or more with the vehicle stopped, turn off the vehicle stabil- ity control system. See “Vehicle stability control system” on page 185 in this Sec- tion.

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Make sure the “AUTO LSD” and slip indi- cator lights come on under the above con- dition when you use the “AUTO LSD” sys- tem. The slip indicator light blinks when the system is controlling the spinning of the rear wheels. The “AUTO LSD” and slip indicator lights come on the engine switch is turned to “ON”. If the indicator lights does not come on when the engine switch is turned to “ON”, con- tact your Toyota dealer.

few seconds when

for a

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that

to indicate

The brake actuator temperature increases during continuous operation of the follow- ing systems under conditions such as on slippery roads. D “AUTO LSD” system D Traction control system D Hill−start assist control system If the brake actuator temperature becomes too high while any of the systems is oper- ating, a buzzer will start to sound intermit- the “AUTO LSD” tently system can no this case, immediately stop your vehicle at a safe place. If the system continues to operate, the buzzer sound changes from intermittent to continuous. buzzer sounds for about 3 seconds.) light will At the “AUTO LSD” system come on and to temporarily stops operating protect the brake actuator. (Although the “AUTO LSD” system does not operate, it is no problem to continue driving.) The system will be automatically restored after a short time.

time the slip indicator

longer operate.

continuous

in order

(The

the

In

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“VSC OFF” warning light The light flashing warns that there is a problem somewhere in the following. D “AUTO LSD” system D Traction control system D Vehicle stability control system D Hill−start assist control system

the brake pedal

When the system is normal and the en- gine switch is turned to “ON”, the light will come on and will go off after a few sec- onds. It is not a malfunction that the warning light may stay on for 60 seconds after the engine switch is turned to “ON”. Depressing repeatedly may turn on the lights. It is normal if it goes out after a few seconds. the “VSC OFF” warning light flashes If while driving, “AUTO LSD” system does not work. However, as the brakes operate normally when applied, it is no problem to continue your driving. In the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer: D The warning light does not come on to

the engine switch

turned

the

is

after “ON”.

D The warning light remains on after the

engine switch is turned to “ON”.

D The warning light flashes while driving.

CAUTION

Do not drive with the “AUTO LSD” system continuously turned on.

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Vehicle stability control system The vehicle stability control system helps provide integrated control of the systems such as anti−lock brake sys- tem, traction control, engine control, etc. This system automatically controls the output of the brakes or engine to help prevent the vehicle from skidding when cornering on a slippery road sur- face or operating steering wheel abrupt- ly. The vehicle stability control system is acti- vated when is more than 15 km/h (9 mph). You may hear a sound the engine compartment for a few seconds when the engine is started or just after the vehicle begins to move. This means that the sys- tem is in the self−check mode, but does not indicate a malfunction.

the vehicle speed

in

CAUTION

If

the slip

indicator

D Do not rely excessively on the ve- hicle stability control system. Even if the vehicle stability control sys- tem is operating, you must always drive carefully and attentively to avoid serious injury. Reckless driv- ing will result in an unexpected ac- cident. light blinks and an alarm sounds, special care should be taken while driving. D Only use tires of specified size. The size, manufacturer, brand and tread pattern for all 4 tires should be the same. If you use the tires other than specified, or different type or size, the vehicle stability control system may not function correctly. When replacing the tires or wheels, contact your Toyota dealer. (See “Checking and replacing tires” on page 379 in Section 7−2.)

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If the vehicle is going to skid during driv- ing, the slip indicator light blinks and an alarm sounds intermittently. Special care should be taken while driving. The slip indicator light comes on for a few seconds when the engine switch is turned to “ON”. If the indicator light does not come on when the engine switch is turned on, contact your Toyota dealer.

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indicator

turns off, and

The vehicle stability control system au- the “VSC tomatically OFF” illuminated, when either one of the following condi- tions applies: D Four−wheel drive mode four−wheel drive models)

is set.

light

(on

is

D The rear differential is locked. (on mod- els equipped with the rear differential lock system)

The “VSC OFF” indicator light comes on for a few seconds when the engine switch is turned to “ON”, and then turns off. If either one of the above conditions applies, the indicator light is illuminated again.

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When getting the vehicle out of mud or newly fallen snow, etc., turn off the vehicle stability control system. This system that controls engine perfor- interferes with the process of mance freeing rear wheels (two−wheel drive models) or 4 wheels (four−wheel drive models). To turn off: First, push the “VSC OFF” switch to turn off the traction control system and check that the “AUTO LSD” and slip indicator lights come on. Then, push and hold the “VSC OFF” switch for 3 seconds or more with the vehicle stopped. The “VSC OFF” and slip indicator lights will come on.

To turn on: Briefly push the “VSC OFF” switch once again. The “VSC OFF” and slip indicator lights will go off. If the engine is turned off while the “VSC OFF” and slip indicator lights are on and then restarted, the indicator lights will turn off automatically. When you briefly push the “VSC OFF” switch, turn off the vehicle stability control system. See “Traction control system” on page 179 in this Section. The “VSC OFF” and slip indicator lights come on the engine switch is turned to “ON”. If the indicator lights do not come on when the engine switch is turned to “ON”, contact your Toyota dealer.

few seconds when

for a

CAUTION

Do not drive with the vehicle stability control system continuously turned off.

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“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 Hill−start assist control system D Downhill assist control system The the engine switch is turned to “ON”, and will go off after a few seconds.

light comes on when

the brake pedal

The light may come on for 60 seconds after the engine switch is turned to “ON”. It is normal if they go out after a while. Depressing repeatedly may turn on the light. It is normal if they go out after a few seconds. If the light flashes while driving, the ve- hicle stability control system does not work. However, if the brakes operate nor- mally when applied, it is no problem to continue 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.

Downhill assist control system The downhill assist control system is a system that assists the deceleration of the engine brake when you drive down a steep hill. When you are driving down a hill with the front drive control switch knob in the “L4” position, push the “DAC” switch to limit the vehicle’s ac- celeration. If the vehicle is traveling at a speed of 25 km/h (15 mph) or less, you can descend at a constant speed.

CAUTION

Do not rely excessively on the down- hill assist control system. It may not be able to maintain a low speed over road surfaces or off−road surfaces on which sliding can easily occur, such as extremely steep slopes or icy or muddy roads.

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TO ACTIVATE THE DOWNHILL ASSIST CONTROL SYSTEM 1. Turn the front drive control switch

knob to the “L4” position.

The system does not operate when the front drive control switch knob is in the “H2” or “H4” position, or the rear differen- tial is locked. 2. In order to make full use of the en- gine brake, putting the transmission in “L” or “2” is recommended.

The system will operate even if the trans- mission selector lever is in “D”, “4”, “3” or “N”. However, when it is in “L” or “2” the engine brake can also be utilized en- abling the system to operate more effec- tively.

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3. Push the “DAC” switch to turn the system on. The downhill assist con- trol system indicator light on the in- strument panel will come on.

If the downhill assist control system indi- cator light flashes, one of the following may be the cause: D The selector lever is in the “N” posi-

tion.

D The front drive control switch knob is

in the “H2” or “H4” position.

D The rear differential is locked. If the indicator light does not come on when the switch is pushed, contact your Toyota dealer.

With the vehicle traveling at a speed of 25 km/h (15 mph) or less, release your foot from the accelerator or brake pedal to activate the system. The vehicle will descend the hill at a low speed. While the system is operating, the slip indicator light on the instrument panel will flash and the stop lights and high mounted stoplight will be lit. If you push the “DAC” switch to turn the system off while it is in operation, the system will stop operating gradually. The downhill assist control system indicator light will flash to alert the driver. To con- tinue driving at a low speed, push the “DAC” switch to turn the system on.

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indicator

to “ON”.

light will

If any of

The slip indicator light and downhill assist control system indicator light come on for a few seconds when the engine switch is turned the indicator lights does not come on when the engine switch is turned on, contact your Toyota dealer. is used frequently, the If the system brake actuator temperature may become too high and a buzzer will sound inter- mittently. If this happens, the downhill assist control system flash and a buzzer will sound intermittently. When the temperature of the brake actuator de- creases, the system will begin to operate again. Until it restarts, the traction control system and hill−start assist control system will not operate; however, the conventional brake can be operated. The brake actuator temperature increases during continuous operation of the follow- ing systems under conditions such as on slippery roads. D Downhill assist control system D Hill−start assist control system D Traction control system

If the brake actuator temperature becomes too high while any of the systems is oper- ating, a buzzer will start to sound intermit- tently to indicate that the downhill assist control system can no longer operate. In this case, stop your vehicle immediately at a safe place. If the system continues to operate, the buzzer sound changes from intermittent to continuous. buzzer sounds for about 3 seconds.) At this time, the slip indicator light will come on and the downhill assist control system stops operating temporarily in or- der the brake actuator. (Al- though the downhill assist control system does not operate, it is no problem to con- tinue your driving.) The system will be automatically restored after a short time and the slip indicator light goes out.

continuous

to protect

(The

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the “DAC” switch

If there is any abnormality in the sys- tem, the “VSC OFF” warning light will flash. When is pushed, the downhill assist control sys- tem indicator light also flash. If the “VSC OFF” warning light flashes, there may be an abnormality in any of the following system in addition to the down- hill assist control system. D Hill−start assist control system D Traction control system D Vehicle stability control system D Downhill assist control system

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“VSC OFF” warning light When the system is normal and the en- gine switch is turned to “ON”, the warning light will come on and will go off after a few seconds. It is not a malfunction that the warning light may stay on for 60 seconds after the engine switch is turned to the “ON” posi- tion. Depressing repeatedly may turn on the light. It is normal if it goes out after a few seconds. If the warning light flashes while driving, the system does not work. However, if the brakes operate normally when applied, it is no problem to continue your driving. In the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer: D The warning light does not come on to

the engine switch

the brake pedal

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.

Hill−start assist control system (automatic transmission only) The hill−start assist control system as- sists you in starting to move up a steep or slippery hill. When you start to move up the hill slope, the system helps to prevent the vehicle from roll- ing backward in the interval while you move your foot from the brake pedal to the accelerator pedal.

CAUTION

D Do not rely excessively on the hill− start assist control system. The ve- hicle may not be able to start smoothly on road surfaces or off− road surfaces such as extremely steep slopes or icy roads, on which sliding can occur very easily.

D Do not use the hill−start assist con- trol system to stop the vehicle. This system is not designed as a func- tion for stopping the vehicle on a uphill slope.

automatic

The hill−start assist control system will operate for 5 seconds maximally when all of the following conditions apply. D 5−speed

transmission— When the transmission is in any of positions “D”, “4”, “3”, “2” or “L” 4−speed transmission— When the transmission is in any of positions “D”, “3”, “2” or “L”

automatic

D When the brake pedal

pressed

is not de-

The system is designed to operate when the vehicle is starting on an uphill slope; therefore, if the transmission is in “P” or “N” it will not operate. It will not operate either in reverse on a slope with the transmission in the “R” or the rear differential is locked. (with the rear differential lock)

the vehicle starts

to move

if

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Keep in mind the following when driv- ing. D The hill−start assist control system op- erates for 5 seconds maximally. If both the brake and accelerator pedals re- main unexpressed than 5
seconds, the buzzer will sound at more frequent intervals and the system will gradually stop operating.

longer

for

time,

the stop

When the hill−start assist control system is operating, the slip indicator light flashes and an alarm sounds intermittently. At the same lamps and high mounted stoplight are lit. The slip indicator light comes on for a few seconds when the engine switch is turned to “ON”. If the indicator light does not come on when the engine switch is turned on, contact your Toyota dealer.

D The hill−start assist control system is not designed as a function for stopping the vehicle on a uphill slope. When stopping the vehicle, be sure to de- press the brake pedal.

If the system is used frequently, the brake actuator temperature may become too high and a buzzer will sound inter- mittently. In this case, a buzzer will sound intermit- tently. When the temperature of the brake actuator goes down, the system will begin to operate again. Until it restarts, the trac- tion control system, “AUTO LSD” system, hill−start assist control system and down- hill assist control system will not operate; however, the conventional brake can be operated.

The brake actuator temperature increases during continuous operation of the follow- ing systems under conditions such as on slippery roads. D Hill−start assist control system D Downhill assist control system D Traction control system D “AUTO LSD” system If the brake actuator temperature becomes too high while any of the systems is oper- ating, a buzzer will start to sound intermit- tently to indicate that the hill−start assist control system can no longer operate. In this case, stop your vehicle immediately at a safe place. If the system continues to operate, the buzzer sound changes from intermittent to continuous. buzzer sounds for about 3 seconds.) At this time, the slip indicator light will come on and the hill−start assist control system stops operating temporarily in or- der the brake actuator. (Al- though the hill−start assist control system does not operate, it is no problem to con- tinue your driving.) The system will be automatically restored after a short time and the slip indicator light goes out.

continuous

to protect

(The

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If there is any abnormality in the sys- tem, the “VSC OFF” warning light will flash. If the system malfunctions, the “VSC OFF” warning light will flash. If the “VSC OFF” warning light flashes, there may be an abnormality in any of the following systems in addition to the hill− start assist control system. D Downhill assist control system D Traction control system D “AUTO LSD” system D Vehicle stability control system

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the brake pedal

“VSC OFF” warning light When the system is normal and the en- gine switch is turned to “ON”, the warning light will come on and will go off after a few seconds. It is not a malfunction that the warning light may stay on for 60 seconds after the engine switch is turned to “ON”. Depressing repeatedly may turn on the light. It is normal if it goes out after a few seconds. If the warning light flashes while driving, the system does not work. However, if the brakes operate normally when applied, it is no problem to continue 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.

Rear differential lock system

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The rear differential lock system is pro- vided for use only when wheel spinning occurs in a ditch or on a slippery or ragged surface. This differential lock system is effective in case one of the rear wheels is spinning. Four−wheel drive models— Before using the rear differential lock sys- tem, first shift the four−wheel drive control into “L4” to see if this is sufficient. If this has no effect, additionally use the rear differential lock system.

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CAUTION

Do not use the rear differential lock in the conditions other than above. Large steering effort and careful cor- nering control will be required.

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To lock the rear differential, push the switch. Be sure to stop the wheels before locking the differential. For easy locking, depress the clutch ped- al, push the lock switch and slowly re- lease the clutch pedal. the The switch is turned on. Wait a few seconds for the system to complete operation. Af- ter the differential is locked, the light will stop blinking and remain on.

light will blink when

indicator

for

control

The following systems do not operate when the rear differential is locked. It is normal operation the “ABS” warning light ,“VSC OFF” indicator light and slip indicator light to be on at this time. With the downhill assist control system: If the “DAC” switch turns on, the downhill assist light flashes. D Anti−lock brake system D Brake assist system D Vehicle stability control system D Traction control system D Downhill assist control system D Hill−start assist control system

indicator

system

CAUTION

stopped

D Do not lock the differential until the wheels have spinning. Otherwise, the vehicle may move in an unexpected direction when the differential lock is engaged, result- ing in an accident. This may also lead to possible damage to differen- tial lock component parts.

D Do not drive over 8 km/h (5 mph)

when the differential is locked.

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the

the differential, push

To unlock switch once again. Unlock the differential as soon as the ve- hicle moves out. For easy unlocking, slightly turn the steer- ing wheel in either direction while the ve- hicle is in motion. When the differential lock is disengaged, the indicator light will go out. Four−wheel drive models— The differential will also unlock if you shift the front drive control switch knob to the “H2” or “H4” position. Never forget to turn off the switch after using this feature. To check the indicator bulb, turn the en- gine switch to the “ON” position, but do not start the engine.

CAUTION

Do not keep driving with the differen- tial lock switch on.

Tire pressure warning system The tire pressure warning system warns you that the tire inflation pressure is low. The tire pressure warning system is not a substitute for checking normal tire infla- tion pressure. Check inflation pressure with a tire pressure gauge regu- larly.

tire

the

CAUTION

The warning system may not activate immediately if blowout or sudden air loss should occur.

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the

The tire pressure warning light comes on when the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position and goes off after a few seconds. This means tire pressure warning system is operating properly. If the tire inflation pressure becomes low, the light comes on again. In this case, adjusting inflation pressure will turn off the light after a few minutes. If the light comes on after blinking for 1
minute, the tire pressure warning system is not working properly.

tire

the

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Indicator

status

ON

ON after blinking for 1 minute

Meanings

Do this

Tire inflation pressure is low Tire pressure warning system malfunction

Adjust the tire inflation pressure Have the system checked at your Toyota dealer

CAUTION

the

tire pressure warning

If light comes on, be sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to do so could cause loss of vehicle control and result in death or serious injury. D Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire inflation pressure immediately. D If the tire pressure warning

light comes on even after tire inflation pressure adjustment, it is probable that you have a flat tire. Check the tires. If the tire is flat, change to the spare tire and have the flat tire repaired by the nearest Toyota deal- er.

D Avoid abrupt maneuvering and brak- ing. If the vehicle tires deteriorate, you could lose control of the steer- ing wheel or the brakes.

The tire pressure warning light may turn on due to natural causes such as natural air leaks or tire inflation pressure changes caused by temperature. In this case, ad- justing the tire inflation pressure will turn off the light after a few minutes. Pushing the tire pressure warning reset switch should not turn off the tire pressure warning light. Adjusting the tire inflation pressure will turn off the light. The spare tire is also equipped with the tire pressure warning valve and transmit- ter. The tire pressure warning light will turn on if the tire inflation pressure of the spare tire is low. If a tire goes flat, even though the flat tire is replaced with the spare tire, the warning light does not turn off. Replace the spare tire with the re- paired tire and adjust the proper tire infla- tion pressure. The tire pressure warning light will turn off after a few minutes.

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CAUTION

Each tire, including the spare (if pro- vided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label (tire and load information label). (If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label (tire and load information label), you should determine the proper tire infla- tion pressure for those tires.)

Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS (tire pressure warning system) malfunction indicator to indi- cate when the system is not operat- ing properly. The TPMS (tire pressure warning system) malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pres- sure (tire pressure warning telltale light). When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated. This sequence will continue upon subse- quent vehicle start−ups as long as the malfunction exists. When the mal- function indicator is illuminated, the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended.

light)

As an added safety feature, your ve- hicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS− tire pressure warning system) that il- luminates a low tire pressure telltale (tire pressure warning light) when one or more of your tires is significantly under−inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale (tire pres- sure warning illuminates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a sig- nificantly under−inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under−inflation also re- duces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s han- dling and stopping ability. Please note that the TPMS (tire pres- sure warning system) is not a substi- tute for proper tire maintenance, and it to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under−inflation has not reached the level illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale (tire pressure warning light).

the driver’s responsibility

trigger

to

is

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TPMS (tire pressure warning system) malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS (tire pressure warning sys- tem) functioning properly. Al- ways check the TPMS (tire pressure warning system) malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS (tire pressure warning system) to continue to func- tion properly.

NOTICE

z Do not use liquid sealants for a flat tire as tire pressure warning valve and transmitter will be damaged.

z When the tires must be repaired or replaced, have them repaired or re- placed by the nearest Toyota dealer or an authorized tire dealer. The tire pressure warning valves and transmitters will be affected by the installation or removal of tires.

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IF THE TIRE PRESSURE WARNING LIGHT COMES ON AFTER BLINKING FOR 1 MINUTE... If the tire pressure warning light comes on after blinking for 1 minute when the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position, the tire pressure warning sys- tem is not working properly. The system will be disabled in the follow- ing conditions: (When the condition becomes normal, the system will work properly.) D If tires not equipped with tire pressure transmitters are

warning valves and used.

D If

the ID code on the

tire pressure warning valves and transmitters is not registered in the tire pressure warning computer.

D If

the tire inflation pressure is more than 500 kPa (5.1 kgf/cm2 or bar, 73
psi) or higher than the specified level. The system may be disabled in the follow- ing conditions: (When the condition becomes normal, the system will work properly.) D If electronic devices or facilities using frequencies are

radio wave

similar nearby.

D If a radio set at similar frequencies is

in use in the vehicle.

D If a window tint that affects the radio

wave signals is installed.

D If there is a lot of snow or ice on the vehicle, in particular around the wheels or wheel housings.

D If non−genuine Toyota wheels are used. D If tire chains are used. D If the spare tire is in a location subject

to poor radio wave signal reception.

D If a

large metallic object which can interfere with signal reception is put in the deck.

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If the tire pressure warning light continues to come on after blinking for 1 minute when the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position, have the system checked by your Toyota dealer. Even if you use genuine wheels, the tire pressure warning system may not work properly with some types of tires. Pushing the tire pressure warning reset switch should not turn off the tire pressure warning light. For vehicles sold in U.S.A.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, includ- ing interference that may cause unde- sired operation.

interference

NOTICE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protec- tion against harmful in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruc- tions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interfer- ence television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is en- couraged to try to correct the interfer- ence by one or more of the following measures:

to radio or

D Reorient or relocate the receiving an-

tenna.

D Increase the separation between the

equipment and receiver.

D Connect the equipment into an outlet to

on a circuit different which the receiver is connected.

from

that

D Consult the dealer or an experienced

radio/TV technician for help.

FCC WARNING: Changes or modifications not ex- pressly approved by the party respon- sible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equip- ment.

For vehicles sold in Canada

NOTE: Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interfer- ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

interference,

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the

transmitters.

ID codes on

REPLACING TIRES AND WHEELS When replacing the tires and wheels, be sure to install tire pressure warning valves and tire pressure warning valves and transmitters are registered in the tire pressure warning computer. When replacing a tire pressure warning valve and transmitter, it is neces- sary to register the ID code of tire pres- sure warning valve and transmitter. Have the ID code registered by your Toyota dealer. If the ID code is not registered, the sys- tem will not work properly. After about 20
minutes, tire pressure warning light comes on after blinking for 1 minute to indicate a system malfunction.

the

NOTICE

When the tires or tire pressure warn- ing valves and transmitters must be replaced, have them replaced by your Toyota dealer. The tire pressure warn- ing valves and transmitters will be affected by the installation or removal of tires.

LS17026a

TIRE PRESSURE WARNING RESET SWITCH When initializing the system, the present tire inflation pressure is stored as stan- dard. The tire pressure warning system determines decreased air pressure by comparing the present and the standard tire inflation pressures. When you change the set tire inflation pressure, it is neces- sary to initialize the tire pressure warning system. D When rotating the tires on vehicles dif- fering with front and rear tire inflation pressures.

D When changing the tire inflation pres- traveling speed or

sure by changing load weight, etc.

initialize the system, perform the

D When changing the tire size. To following: 1. Park the vehicle in a safe place and

turn the engine switch off.

2. Adjust the pressure of all the installed tires (including the spare tire) to the specified cold inflation pressure level. (See “Tires” on page 410 in Sec- tion 8.)

tire

3. Turn

the engine switch

to

the “ON”

position.

4. Push and hold the tire pressure warn- ing reset switch until the tire pressure warning light blinks slowly three times. 5. Wait for a few minutes with the engine switch “ON”, and then turn the engine switch off.

If you push the tire pressure warning re- set switch while the vehicle is moving, initialization is not performed. If you push the tire pressure warning re- set switch accidentally and initialization is performed, adjust the tire inflation pres- sure to the specified level and initialize the system again.

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LS17025

If the tire pressure warning light does not blink slowly three times when you push and hold the tire pressure warning reset switch, initialization has failed and the tire pressure warning system may not work properly. In this case, initialize the system again. If initialization cannot be performed, have the system checked at your Toyota dealer.

Parking brake

CAUTION

level. Otherwise,

Do not push the tire pressure warn- ing reset switch without first adjust- ing the tire inflation pressure to the specified tire pressure warning light may not come on even if the tire inflation pressure is low, or it may come on when the tire inflation pressure is actually nor- mal.

the

LS17018

Pedal type

LS17019

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the parking brake

When parking, firmly apply the parking brake to avoid inadvertent creeping. Pedal type— To set: Fully depress the parking brake pedal. For better holding power, first de- press the brake pedal and hold it while setting the parking brake. To release: Depress pedal once again. Lever type— To set: Pull out on the lever. For better holding power, the brake pedal and hold it while setting the parking brake. To release: Press the lock release button (1), the then push it in (3). To remind you that the parking brake is set, the parking brake reminder light in the instrument panel remains on until you release the parking brake.

lever clockwise (2),

first depress

turn

CAUTION

Before driving, be sure the parking brake is fully released and the park- ing brake reminder light is off.

Cruise control The cruise control is designed to main- tain a set cruising speed without requir- ing the driver to operate the accelera- tor. Cruising speed can be set to any speed above 40 km/h (25 mph). Within the limits of the engine’s capabili- ties, cruising speed can be maintained up or down grades. However, changes in ve- hicle speed may occur on steeper grades.

CAUTION

D To help maintain maximum control of your vehicle, do not use the cruise control when driving in heavy or varying traffic, or on slip- pery (rainy, icy or snow−covered) or winding roads.

If

D Avoid vehicle speed increases when driving downhill. the vehicle speed is too fast in relation to the cruise control set speed, cancel the cruise control then downshift the transmission to use engine braking to slow down.

LS17020b

the

TURNING THE SYSTEM ON AND OFF To turn the cruise control on, press the “ON−OFF” button. The “CRUISE” indicator light on the instrument panel will come on to indicate that the cruise control is opera- tional. Pressing “ON−OFF” button again turns the system off. When the system is turned off, cruising speed must be reset when the cruise con- trol is turned on again. When the engine switch is turned off, the system is also automatically turned off. To use the cruise control again, press the “ON−OFF” button again to turn it on.

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CAUTION

To avoid accidentally engaging the cruise control, turn the system off when it is not in use. Make sure the “CRUISE” indicator light is off.

LS17021b

in

“D”,

transmission must be

SETTING THE CRUISING SPEED On vehicles with automatic transmission, the “4” transmission) or “3” (5−speed automatic (4−speed automatic transmission) before you set the cruising speed. Bring your vehicle to the desired speed, push the lever down in the “−SET” direc- tion and release it. This sets the vehicle at that speed. If the speed is not satisfac- tory, tap the lever up for a faster speed, or tap it down for a slower speed. Each tap changes the set speed by 1.6 km/h (1.0 mph). You can now take your foot off the accelerator pedal.

If you need acceleration—for example, when passing—depress the accelerator pedal enough for the vehicle to exceed the set speed. When you release it, the vehicle will return to the speed set prior to the acceleration.

CAUTION

For manual transmission: While driving with the cruise control on, do not shift to neutral without depressing the clutch pedal, as this may cause engine racing or overrev- ving.

CANCELLING THE CRUISE CONTROL The cruise control may be temporarily cancelled by the driver or by the system itself under certain circumstances. Tempo- rary cancellation allows the set cruising speed to remain in memory. The cruise control can be temporarily can- celled by doing the following: D Pulling the lever in the “CANCEL” di-

rection and releasing it

D Depressing the brake pedal D Depressing the clutch pedal

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Under certain circumstances, control is temporarily cancelled: D When vehicle speed

falls below 40

the cruise

km/h (25 mph)

D When vehicle stability control is acti-

vated

sure

button. Make

is cancelled and

When vehicle speed drops 16 km/h (10
mph) below the set speed, the cruise con- trol the set speed is erased from memory. The “CRUISE” indicator light remains on to indicate that the system is still in op- eration. To turn the cruise control off, press the “ON−OFF” the “CRUISE” indicator light is off. If the cruise control automatically cancels out other than for the above cases, have your vehicle checked by your Toyota deal- er at the earliest opportunity. RESUMING THE CRUISE CONTROL If the cruise control is temporarily can- celled, the cruising speed can be resumed by pushing the lever up in the “+ RES” direction. Vehicle speed must be above 40 km/h (25
mph).

RESETTING TO A FASTER SPEED Push the lever up in the “+RES” direction and hold it. Release the lever when the desired speed is attained. While the lever is held up, the vehicle will gradually gain speed. However, a faster way to reset is to ac- celerate the vehicle and then push the lever down in the “−SET” direction. RESETTING TO A SLOWER SPEED Push the lever down in the “−SET” direc- tion and hold it. Release the lever when the desired speed is attained. While the lever is held down, the vehicle speed will gradually decrease. However, a faster way to reset is to de- press the brake pedal and then push the lever down in the “−SET” direction. On vehicles with automatic transmission, even to “4” transmission) or “3” (5−speed automatic (4−speed automatic transmission), with the cruise control on, engine braking will not be enabled because the cruise control is not cancelled. To decrease the vehicle speed, reset to a slower speed with the cruise control lever or depress the brake pedal. If you use the brake pedal, cruise control is cancelled.

if you downshift

from “D”

the

light

indicator

“CRUISE”

CRUISE CONTROL FAILURE WARNING If flashes when using the cruise control, press the “ON−OFF” button to turn the system off and then press it again to turn it on. If any of the following conditions then oc- curs, there is some trouble in the cruise control system. D The indicator light does not come on. D The indicator light flashes again. D The

light goes out after

indicator

it

comes on.

If this is the case, contact your Toyota dealer and have your vehicle inspected.

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Clutch start cancel switch

LS17022

To crank the engine without depressing the clutch pedal, push the switch with the engine switch on. The switch stays on as long as the engine switch is on. And it will automatically turn off when the engine switch is off. An indi- cator light will illuminate to indicate the system is operating. This switch cancels the clutch start sys- tem, which is designed to keep the starter motor from operating if the clutch pedal is not depressed all the way down. The switch allows the vehicle to be driven out of difficult situations by cranking the engine with the clutch engaged.

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SECTION 1− 8

OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Audio system Reference Using your audio system Audio remote controls Audio system operating hints

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Reference

LS18001

LS18003

LS18005

Type 1: AM·FM radio/compact disc player (with compact disc changer controller)

Type 2: AM·FM radio/compact disc player with changer

Type 3: AM·FM radio/compact disc player with changer

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Using your audio system— —Some basics This section describes some of the basic features on Toyota audio systems. Some information may not pertain to your sys- tem. Your audio system works when the engine switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position. TURNING THE SYSTEM ON AND OFF Push “PWR·VOL” to turn the audio system on and off. Push “AM”, “FM1·2”, “FM1”, “FM2”, “DISC” or “LOAD” to turn on that function without pushing “PWR·VOL”. To turn on the com- pact disc player, a compact disc must be loaded in the player. You can turn on the compact disc player by inserting a compact disc. You can turn off the compact disc player by ejecting the compact disc. If the audio system was previously off, then the entire audio system will be turned off when you eject the compact disc. If the radio was previously on, it will come on again. SWITCHING BETWEEN FUNCTIONS Push “AM”, “FM1·2”, “FM1”, “FM2”, “DISC” or “LOAD” if the system is already on but you want to switch from one function to another.

TONE AND BALANCE For details about your system’s tone and balance controls, see the description of your own system. Tone How good an audio program sounds to you is largely determined by the mix of the treble, midrange (type 3), and bass levels. In fact, different kinds of music and vocal programs usually sound better with different mixes of treble, midrange and bass. Balance A good balance of the left and right stereo channels and of the front and rear sound levels is also important. Keep in mind that if you are listening to a stereo recording or broadcast, changing the right/left balance will increase the vol- ume of one group of sounds while de- creasing the volume of another. YOUR RADIO ANTENNA To remove an antenna, carefully turn it counterclockwise.

YOUR COMPACT DISC PLAYER (type 1) When you insert a disc, gently push it in with the label side up. The player will play from track 1 through to the end of the disc. Then it will play from track 1 again.

NOTICE

Never try to disassemble or oil any part of the compact disc player. Do not insert anything other than com- pact discs into the slot.

8 cm (3 in.) compact disc singles Your compact disc player does not need an adaptor to play compact disc singles. Compact disc singles are about 8 cm (3
in.) than standard discs. After you eject a compact disc single, do not insert a standard 12 cm (4.7 in.) disc until “DISC” disappears from the display.

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NOTICE

Do not use an adaptor for compact disc singles—it could cause tracking errors or interfere with the ejection of compact discs.

YOUR COMPACT DISC PLAYER WITH CHANGER (type 2 and type 3) When you insert a disc, push the “LOAD” button, wait for the load/eject status light to turn green, then gently push the disc in with the label side up. This compact disc player can store up to six discs. The player will play from track 1 through to the end of the disc. Then it will play from track 1 of the next disc. The player is intended for use with 12 cm (4.7 in.) discs only.

LS18007

NOTICE

z Do not stack up two discs for in- sertion, or it will cause damage to