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6-2. Customization Items to initialize
The following items must be initialized for normal system operation in cases such as after the battery is reconnected, or maintenance is performed on the vehicle.
Item
When to initialize
Reference
Engine oil maintenance data
After changing engine oil
P. 361
Tire pressure warning sys- tem
• When rotating the tires on vehi- cles differing with front and rear tire inflation pressures. • When changing the tire inflation pressure by changing traveling speed or load weight, etc. • When changing the tire size.
P. 374
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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 inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. (Toll-free: 1-800-331-4331). If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA can- not become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to http://www.safer- car.gov; or write to: Administrator, NHTSA, 1200 New Jersey Ave, S.E., Washington, DC 20590. You can also obtain other informa- tion about motor vehicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov.
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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 detailed seat belt instructions in English.
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Camper information
This information has been prepared in accordance with regula- tion issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration of the U.S. Department of Transportation. It provides the purchas- ers and/or prospective purchasers of Toyota vehicles with infor- mation on truck-camper loading. Your Toyota dealer will help answer any questions you may have as you read this informa- tion.
Center of gravity location
The figures given in the illustration indicate the recommended center of gravity zone.
location
Recommended for cargo center of gravity for cargo weight rating Rear end of truck bed
Regular Cab models Access Cab models Except X-Runner X-Runner*
Double Cab models
With short deck With long deck
49.9 in. (1267 mm)
36.1 in. (917 mm)
49.9 in. (1267 mm)
—
36.1 in. (917 mm)
—
45.6 in. (1157 mm) 35.9 in. (911 mm)
31.8 in. (807 mm) 27.8 in. (706 mm)
*: Truck-campers cannot be used with the X-Runner since it is not
designed for them.
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CAUTION
n Loading precaution
If a load is too far back, it can cause dangerous handling. If it is too far forward, the front axle may be overloaded.
Cargo weight rating and proper matching
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 additional 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 within the truck’s rec- ommended center of gravity zone when installed.
Camper center of gravity Recommended center of grav- ity location zone
n Cargo weight rating
Regular Cab models 2 people, 2TR-FE engine, 2WD except PreRunner:
3 people, 2TR-FE engine, 2WD except PreRunner:
950 lb. (430 kg)
2 people, 2TR-FE engine, PreRunner: 3 people, 2TR-FE engine, PreRunner:
800 lb. (362 kg) 1000 lb. (453 kg) 850 lb. (385 kg)
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2 people, 2TR-FE engine, 4WD: 3 people, 2TR-FE engine, 4WD: Access Cab models 2 people, 2TR-FE engine, 2WD except PreRunner:
1000 lb. (453 kg) 850 lb. (385 kg)
900 lb. (408 kg)
4 people, 2TR-FE engine, 2WD except PreRunner:
2 people, 2TR-FE engine, PreRunner: 4 people, 2TR-FE engine, PreRunner: 2 people, 1GR-FE engine, PreRunner: 4 people, 1GR-FE engine, PreRunner: 2 people, 2TR-FE engine, 4WD: 4 people, 2TR-FE engine, 4WD: 2 people, 1GR-FE engine, 4WD: 4 people, 1GR-FE engine, 4WD: Double Cab models with short deck 2 people, 1GR-FE engine, PreRunner: 5 people, 1GR-FE engine, PreRunner: 2 people, 1GR-FE engine, 4WD: 5 people, 1GR-FE engine, 4WD: Double Cab models with long deck 2 people, 1GR-FE engine, PreRunner: 5 people, 1GR-FE engine, PreRunner: 2 people, 1GR-FE engine, 4WD: 5 people, 1GR-FE engine, 4WD:
600 lb. (272 kg) 1000 lb. (453 kg) 700 lb. (317 kg) 1000 lb. (453 kg) 700 lb. (317 kg) 1000 lb. (453 kg) 700 lb. (317 kg) 905 lb. (410 kg) 605 lb. (274 kg)
1000 lb. (453 kg) 550 lb. (249 kg) 900 lb. (408 kg) 450 lb. (204 kg)
1000 lb. (453 kg) 550 lb. (249 kg) 800 lb. (363 kg) 350 lb. (159 kg)
CAUTION
n Overloading
Be careful — overloading can cause dangerous braking and handling problems, and can damage your vehicle and its tires.
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Gross axle and vehicle weight ratings
Secure loose items to prevent weight shifts that could affect the bal- ance 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 determine axle loads. Individual axle loads should not exceed either of the Gross Axle Weight Ratings (GAWR). The total of the axle loads should not exceed 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. (→P. 465) If weight ratings are exceeded, move or remove items to bring all weights below the ratings.
Gross axle weight rating
Front GAWR Rear GAWR
Gross vehicle weight rating
Not exceed GVWR
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n GAWR
2WD models except PreRun- ner
GAWR
Front
Rear
2380 lb. (1079 kg)
2685 lb. (1217 kg)
4WD models and PreRunner
2755 lb. (1249 kg)
n GVWR
2WD models except PreRunner
Regular Cab models 3000 lb. (1360 kg) Access Cab and Double Cab models 3110 lb. (1410 kg)
Cab type
Regular Cab
Access Cab
PreRunner
Cab type Regular Cab Access Cab Double Cab
GVWR
Vehicles with an automatic transmission 4650 lb. (2109 kg) Vehicles with a manual transmission 4600 lb. (2086 kg) Vehicles with 2.7 L 4-cylinder (2TR-FE) engine 4900 lb. (2222 kg) Vehicles with 4.0 L V6 (1GR-FE) engine 4700 lb. (2131 kg)
GVWR
5000 lb. (2268 kg) 5250 lb. (2381 kg) 5350 lb. (2426 kg)
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4WD models
Cab type Regular Cab Access Cab Double Cab
GVWR
5100 lb. (2313 kg) 5350 lb. (2426 kg) 5450 lb. (2472 kg)
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Alphabetical index Alphabetical index
A/C.............................................220
ABS ...........................................184
Access doors .............................39
Accessory meter......................156
Active traction control
system ....................................174
Air conditioning filter...............388
Air conditioning system
Air conditioning filter..............388 Manual air conditioning
system ................................220
Airbags
Airbag operating conditions.....84
Airbag precautions for your
child ......................................89
Airbag warning light...............426
Curtain shield airbag operating
conditions..............................85
Curtain shield airbag
precautions ...........................91
Front passenger occupant
classification system.............97
General airbag precautions.....88
Locations of airbags................81
Modification and disposal of
airbags..................................92
Passenger airbag off
switch....................................93
Proper driving posture.......79, 88
Roll sensing of curtain shield
airbag off switch....................95
Side airbag operating
conditions..............................85
Side airbag precautions ..........90
SRS airbags............................81
Antenna.....................................233
Anti-lock brake system
ABS warning light..................426
Anti-lock brake system..........184
Audio input...............................257
Audio remote controls.............259
Audio system
Antenna.................................233
Audio input............................257
AUX adapter .........................257
CD player..............................237
MP3/WMA disc .....................244
Optimal use...........................253
Portable music player ...........257
Radio.....................................231
Steering wheel audio
switch..................................259
Sub woofer............................256
Type......................................228
AUTO LSD system...................176
Automatic light off system......158
Automatic limited slip
differential..............................176
Automatic transmission
Automatic transmission.........141
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P .....................450
AUX adapter .............................257
Auxiliary box ....296, 302, 319, 320
Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs.............409
Wattage.................................478
Back window..............................71
Battery
Charging system warning
light.....................................425
Checking...............................369
If the vehicle battery is
discharged..........................452
Preparing and checking
before winter.......................201
Bluetooth®................................266
Bottle holders...................296, 300
Brake assist..............................184
Brakes
Brake system warning
buzzer.........175, 177, 182, 187
Brake system warning light...424
Fluid ......................................364
Parking brake........................148
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Break-in tips ............................ 130
Camper information................ 499
Care
Exterior................................. 338
Interior .................................. 340
Seat belts ............................. 341
Cargo capacity ........................ 195
Cargo net hook................ 319, 327
CD player ................................. 237
Certification label............ 206, 465
Chains ...................................... 202
Child restraint system
Booster seats, definition....... 104
Booster seats, installation .... 113
Convertible seats,
definition............................. 104
Convertible seats,
installation.......................... 112
Front passenger occupant
classification system ............ 97
Infant seat, definition ............ 104
Infant seats, installation........ 111
Installing CRS with lower
anchorages ................ 114, 118
Installing CRS with seat
belts ................................... 109
Installing CRS with top
straps ................. 119, 122, 123
Passenger airbag off
switch................................... 93
Child safety
Airbag precautions ................. 88
Battery precautions ...... 370, 454
Child restraint system........... 104
Child-protectors...................... 37
How your child should wear
the seat belt ......................... 58
Installing child restraints....... 109
Power window lock switch...... 69
Power window precautions..... 70
Alphabetical index
Removed wireless remote
control battery
precautions .........................392
Seat belt extender
precautions ...........................60
Seat belt precautions ..............59
Child-protectors.........................37
Cigarette lighter .......................309
Cleaning
Exterior..................................338
Interior...................................340
Seat belts ..............................341
Clock ........................................ 307
Clutch start cancel switch.......183
Compass...........................156, 332
Condenser ................................364
Console boxes .................296, 297
Cooling system
Engine overheating ...............456
CRS ...........................................104
Cruise control...........................163
Cup holders......................296, 298
Curtain shield airbags ...............81
Customizable features.............493
Daytime running light
system ....................................158
Deck
Auxiliary boxes......................320
Deck hooks ...........................321
Deck rails ..............................195
Deck......................................319
Tie-down cleats.....................322
Deck rails..................................195
Dimension.................................462
Dinghy towing ..........................218
Do-it-yourself maintenance.....349
Doors
Access doors...........................39
Door glasses ...........................69
Door lock...........................32, 35
Open door warning light........427
Side doors...............................35
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Side mirrors.............................66
Downhill Assist Control
System....................................181
Driver’s seat belt reminder
buzzer .............................427, 428
Driver's seat belt reminder
light.................................427, 428
Driving
Break-in tips ..........................130
Correct posture .......................79
Driving assist systems...........184
Procedures............................128
Winter driving tips..................201
Emergency, in case of
Blown fuse.............................393
If the engine will not start ......449
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P......................450
If the vehicle battery is
discharged ..........................452
If the warning buzzer
sounds ................................424
If the warning light turns on...424
If you have a flat tire .............433
If you lose your keys .............451
If you think something is
wrong..................................420
If the vehicle becomes
stuck ...................................459
If your vehicle needs to be
towed ..................................414
If your vehicle overheats .......456
Engine
Compartment ........................355
Engine switch........................138
Exhaust gas ..........................134
Hood......................................353
How to start the engine .........138
Identification number.............465
If the engine will not start ......449
Ignition switch........................138
Immobilizer system .................76
510
Overheating ..........................456
Warning light.........................424
Engine coolant
Capacity................................470
Checking...............................363
Preparing and checking
before winter.......................201
Temperature gauge ..............150
Engine coolant temperature
gauge......................................150
Engine immobilizer system ......76
Engine oil
Capacity................................468
Checking...............................357
Preparing and checking before
winter..................................201
Warning light.................425, 428
Engine oil maintenance
data.........................................361
Engine switch...........................138
Event data recorder.................422
Floor mat ..................................318
Fluid
Brake.....................................364
Washer..................................371
Fog lights
Replacing light bulbs.............406
Switch ...................................159
Wattage.................................478
Four-wheel drive system
Front-wheel drive control
switch..................................170
Front fog lights
Replacing light bulbs.............406
Switch ...................................159
Wattage.................................478
Front passenger occupant
classification system ..............97
Front passenger's seat belt
reminder light ................427, 428
Front passenger’s seat belt
warning buzzer ..............427, 428
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Front seats
Adjustment ............................. 45
Front side marker lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 407
Switch................................... 157
Wattage................................ 478
Front turn signal lights
Lever .................................... 147
Replacing light bulbs ............ 408
Switch................................... 147
Wattage................................ 478
Fuel
Capacity ............................... 467
Fuel gauge ........................... 150
Fuel pump shut off system ... 421
Gas station information ........ 520
Information ........................... 479
Refueling ................................ 72
Type ..................................... 467
Warning light ........................ 427
Fuel door.................................... 72
Fuel filler door ........................... 72
Fuel pump shut off system .... 421
Fuses
Fuses.................................... 393
Locations...................... 396, 400
Garage door opener box ........ 328
Gas station information.......... 520
Gauges..................................... 150
Glove box................................. 296
Hands-free system
(for cellular phone) ............... 262
Head restraints
Adjusting ................................ 54
Headlights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 404
Switch................................... 157
Wattage................................ 478
High mounted stoplight
Replacing ............................. 410
Alphabetical index
Wattage.................................478
Hill-start assist control............184
Hood..........................................353
Hooks
Cargo net ..............................327
Deck hooks ...........................321
Shopping bag........................326
Tie-down cleats.....................322
I/M test.......................................348
Identification
Engine...................................466
Tire........................................483
Vehicle ..................................465
Ignition switch..........................138
Illuminated entry system.........294
Immobilizer system....................76
Indicator lights .........................153
Initialization
Items to initialize....................494
Inside rear view mirror ..............63
Interior lights
Interior lights..........................294
Personal lights.......................295
Switch....................................295
Wattage.................................478
Instrument panel light
control ....................................151
Jack
Positioning the jack ...............441
Replacing the wheel..............433
Jack handle ..............................438
Keyless entry..............................32
Keys
Engine switch........................138
If you lose your keys .............451
Ignition switch........................138
Wireless remote control
battery.................................391
Keyless entry...........................32
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Key number.............................30
Keys ........................................30
Reminder buzzer...................429
Wireless remote control ..........32
License plate lights
Replacing light bulbs.............411
Switch....................................157
Wattage.................................478
Light bulbs
Replacing ..............................403
Wattage.................................478
Lights
Automatic light off system .....158
Fog light switch .....................159
Headlights switch ..................157
Instrument panel light control
dial ......................................151
Interior light switch ................295
Replacing light bulbs.............403
Turn signal lights switch........147
Wattage.................................478
Limited slip differential............176
Load capacity...........195, 199, 463
Lock steering column................62
Luggage storage box...............324
Luggage compartment
features...................................319
Maintenance
Do-it-yourself maintenance ...349
General maintenance............345
Maintenance data..................462
Maintenance requirements....343
Vehicle exterior .....................338
Vehicle interior ......................340
Malfunction indicator lamp .....425
Manual air conditioning
system ....................................220
Manual transmission ...............144
Meter
Accessory meter ...................156
512
Instrument panel light
control.................................151
Meters...................................150
Mirrors
Inside rear view mirror ............63
Side mirrors.............................66
Vanity mirrors........................306
MP3 disc ...................................244
Odometer..................................151
Off-road precautions
Driving...................................192
Vehicle ..................................190
Oil
Engine oil ..............................357
Warning light..................425,428
Opener
Fuel door.................................72
Hood .....................................353
Outside rear view mirrors
Adjusting and folding...............66
Outside temperature
display....................................308
Overhead console....................304
Overheating, Engine................456
Parking brake...........................148
Passenger airbag off switch
Installing the child
restraint system ..................110
Passenger airbag off switch
precautions.........................106
Passenger airbag off
switch....................................93
Passenger risk group..............94
Personal lights.........................295
Parking lights
Replacing light bulbs.............407
Switch ...................................157
Wattage.................................478
Power outlet .....................310, 311
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Power steering
Fluid...................................... 366
Power windows ......................... 69
Radiator............................ 355, 364
Radio ........................................ 231
Rear seat
Adjustment ............................. 50
Folding down.......................... 51
Raising the bottom
cushion................................. 50
Rear side marker lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 412
Switch................................... 157
Rear turn signal lights
Lever .................................... 147
Replacing light bulbs ............ 409
Switch................................... 147
Wattage................................ 478
Rear view monitor system
Before removing the
tailgate ................................. 40
Rear view monitor
system................................ 166
Rear window.............................. 71
Replacing
Wireless remote control
battery................................ 391
Fuses.................................... 393
Light bulbs............................ 403
Tires ............................. 373, 433
Wheels ................................. 386
Rear differential lock
system ................................... 178
Rear step bumper...................... 43
Reporting safety defects for
U.S. owners ........................... 496
Roll sensing of curtain shield
airbags off switch ................... 95
Alphabetical index
Seat belts
Adjustment ..............................56
ALR .........................................58
Automatic Locking
Retractor...............................58
Child restraint system
installation...........................109
Cleaning and maintaining......341
ELR .........................................58
Emergency Locking
Retractor...............................58
How to wear your seat belt......56
How your child should wear
the seat belt ..........................58
Pregnant women, proper
seat belt use .........................58
Reminder buzzer...........427, 428
Reminder light.......................427
Seat belt extenders .................59
Seat belt pretensioners ...........57
Seating capacity.......................199
Seats
Adjustment ..............................45
Adjustment precautions...........49
Child seats/child restraint
system installation ..............109
Cleaning............................... 340
Folding down the rear seat......51
Folding down the rear seat
precautions ...........................52
Folding passenger’s seat ........47
Folding seatback.....................46
Front seat adjustment .............45
Front seat adjustment
precautions ...........................49
Head restraint..........................54
Moving passenger’s seat for
rear seat entry.......................46
Properly sitting in the seat.......79
Raising the bottom cushion.....50
Seatback table..........................317
Service reminder
indicators ..............................154
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Alphabetical index
Shift lever
Automatic transmission.........141
Four-wheel drive ...................170
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P......................450
Manual transmission .............144
Shift lock system .....................450
Side airbags................................81
Side doors ..................................35
Side marker lights
Replacing light bulbs.....407, 412
Switch....................................157
Wattage.................................478
Side mirror
Adjusting and folding...............66
Spare tire
Inflation pressure...................475
Replacing ..............................433
Spare tire...............................433
Spark plug ................................470
Specifications...........................462
Speedometer ............................150
SRS airbags
Curtain shield airbags .............81
Front airbags...........................81
Passenger airbag off
switch....................................93
Precautions .............................88
Roll sensing of curtain shield
airbag off switch....................95
Side airbags ............................81
Steering wheel
Adjustment ..............................62
Audio switch..........................259
Stop lights
Replacing light bulbs.............409
Wattage.................................478
Storage feature.........................296
Storage precautions ................198
Stuck
If the vehicle becomes
stuck ...................................459
Sun visors.................................305
Switch
A-TRAC switch......................174
AUTO LSD switch.................176
Clutch start cancel switch .....183
Cruise control switch.............163
DAC switch ...........................181
Engine switch........................138
Fog light switch .....................159
Front-wheel drive control
switch..................................170
Ignition switch .......................138
Headlights switch..................157
Light switch ...........................157
Passenger airbag off
switch....................................93
Power door lock switch ...........36
Power window switch..............69
Rear differential lock
switch..................................178
Roll sensing of curtain shield
airbag off switch....................95
Tire pressure warning
reset switch.........................375
Turn signal lights...................147
VSC OFF switch ...........176, 185
Window lock switch.................69
Wiper and washer.................160
Tachometer ..............................150
Tailgate
Removing the tailgate .............40
Tailgate ...................................40
Tail lights
Replacing light bulbs.............412
Switch ...................................157
Talk switch ...............................267
Telephone switch.....................267
Theft deterrent system
Engine immobilizer system .....76
Theft prevention labels............78
Theft prevention labels .............78
Tire inflation pressure.............475
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Tire information
Glossary ............................... 487
Size ...................................... 484
Tire identification number..... 483
Uniform tire quality grading .. 485
Tires
Chains .................................. 202
Checking .............................. 373
If you have a flat tire............. 433
Identification number............ 483
Inflation pressure.................. 475
Inflation pressure sensor...... 374
Information ........................... 482
Replacing ..................... 373, 433
Rotating tires ........................ 373
Size ...................................... 475
Snow tires............................. 203
Spare tire.............................. 438
Tire pressure warning
reset switch........................ 375
Tire pressure warning
system........................ 373, 430
Warning light ........................ 427
Tools................................. 433, 434
Total load capacity.................. 199
Towing
Bumper towing ..................... 210
Dinghy towing....................... 218
Emergency towing................ 414
Fifth wheel trailer.................. 210
Trailer towing........................ 205
Traction control system ......... 184
TRAC ........................................ 184
Trip meter................................. 151
Turn signal lights
Lever .................................... 147
Replacing light bulbs ............ 408
Switch................................... 147
Wattage................................ 478
Alphabetical index
Valet key .....................................30
Vanity mirrors...........................306
Vehicle identification
number ...................................465
Vehicle stability control...........184
VSC............................................184
Warning buzzers
Key reminder.........................429
Brake system ........................424
Seat belt reminder.........427, 428
Warning lights
ABS.......................................426
Airbag system .......................426
Anti-lock brake system..........426
Automatic transmission fluid
temperature ........................426
Brake system ........................424
Charging system ...................425
Driver’s seat belt ...................427
Electronic engine control
system ................................425
Engine oil replacement..........428
Front passenger occupant
classification system...........426
Front passenger’s seat belt...427
Low brake fluid......................424
Low engine oil pressure ........425
Low fuel level ........................427
Low tire inflation pressure .....427
Malfunction indicator lamp ....425
Open door .............................427
Seat belt................................427
Seat belt pretensioner
system ................................426
SRS.......................................426
SRS airbag system ...............426
Tire pressure.........................427
Tire pressure warning
system ................................427
VSC/TRAC............................426
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Washer
Checking ...............................371
Preparing and checking
before winter.......................201
Switch....................................160
Washing and waxing ...............338
Weight
Cargo capacity ......................195
Cargo weight rating...............500
Gross axle weight rating........502
Gross vehicle weight
rating...................................502
Load limits.............................199
Weight...................................463
Wheels ......................................386
Window glasses ................. 69, 71
Window lock switch...................69
Windows
Power windows .......................69
Washer..................................160
Windshield wipers ...................160
Wireless remote control
Replacing the battery ............391
Wireless remote control ..........32
Winter driving tips ...................201
WMA disc..................................244
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What to do if... What to do if...
A tire punctures
P. 433 If you have a flat tire
The engine does not start
P. 449 If the engine will not start P. 76 Engine immobilizer system P. 452 If the vehicle battery is discharged
The shift lever cannot be moved out
P. 450 If the shift lever cannot be shifted
from P
The engine coolant temperature gauge enters the red zone
Steam can be seen coming from under the hood
P. 456 If your vehicle overheats
The key is lost
P. 451 If you lose your keys
The battery runs out
P. 452 If the vehicle battery is discharged
The doors cannot be locked
P. 35 Side doors P. 39 Access doors
The vehicle is stuck in mud or sand
P. 459 If the vehicle becomes stuck
The warning light or indicator light comes on
P. 424 If a warning light turns on
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What to do if...
n Instrument cluster
n Center panel
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What to do if...
nWarning lights
Brake system warning light P. 424
Charging system warning light P. 425
Low engine oil pressure warning light P. 425
Malfunction indicator lamp
P. 425
ABS warning light
P. 426
Engine oil replacement
reminder light
P. 428
SRS warning light
P. 426
or
Automatic transmission fluid temperature warning light
P. 426
Slip indicator*
P. 426
Tire pressure warning
light
P. 427
Open door warning light
P. 427
Low fuel level warning
light
P. 427
Driver’s seat belt reminder
light
P. 427
Front passenger’s seat belt
reminder light
P. 427
*: Slip indicator comes on.
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GAS STATION INFORMATION
Auxiliary catch lever
P. 353
Fuel filler door
P. 72
Hood lock release lever
P. 353
Tire inflation pressure
STYPIAF008
P. 475
21.1 gal. (80.0 L, 17.6 lmp.gal.) Unleaded gasoline, Octane Rating 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher
P. 475
P. 468
P. 468
Toyota Genuine Motor Oil or equivalent Oil grade:
ILSAC multigrade engine oil
Recommended oil viscosity:
SAE 5W-20 or 0W-20 (2.7 L 4-cylinder [2TR-FE] engine) SAE 5W-30 (4.0 L V6 [1GR-FE] engine)
Fuel tank capacity
Fuel type
Cold tire inflation pressure Engine oil capacity (Drain and refill)
Engine oil type
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Index
1 Before driving
1-1. Key information.................. 30
Keys ..................................... 30
1-2. Opening, closing and
locking the doors ............. 32
Wireless remote control ....... 32
Side doors ............................ 35
Access doors (Access Cab
models only)....................... 39
Tailgate ................................ 40
1-3. Adjustable components
(seats, mirrors, steering
wheel)................................ 45
Front seats ........................... 45
Rear seats (Access Cab and
Double Cab models) .......... 50
Head restraints..................... 54
Seat belts ............................. 56
Steering wheel ..................... 62
Anti-glare inside rear view
mirror.................................. 63
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 66
1-4. Opening and closing the
windows............................ 69
Power windows .................... 69
Back window (vehicles with
sliding type)........................ 71
1-5. Refueling............................. 72
Opening the fuel tank cap .... 72
1-6. Theft deterrent system....... 76
Engine immobilizer system... 76
Theft prevention labels
(U.S.A.)............................... 78
1-7. Safety information .............. 79
Correct driving posture ......... 79
SRS airbags ......................... 81
Front passenger occupant
classification system........... 97
Child restraint systems ....... 104
Installing child restraints ..... 109
2 When driving
2-1. Driving procedures........... 128
Driving the vehicle .............. 128
Engine (ignition) switch....... 138
Automatic Transmission ...... 141
Manual Transmission ......... 144
Turn signal lever ................. 147
Parking brake ..................... 148
2-2. Gauges and meters .......... 150
Gauges and meters ............ 150
Indicators and warning
lights ................................. 153
Accessory meter................. 156
2-3. Operating the lights and
wipers .............................. 157
Headlight switch ................. 157
Fog light switch................... 159
Windshield wipers and
washer.............................. 160
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2-4. Using other driving
systems ........................... 163
Cruise control...................... 163
Rear view monitor system
(vehicles with auto anti-glare
inside rear view mirror) ..... 166
Four-wheel drive system..... 170
Active traction control
system .............................. 174
AUTO LSD system.............. 176
Rear differential lock
system .............................. 178
Downhill Assist Control
system .............................. 181
Clutch start cancel switch ... 183
Driving assist systems ........ 184
2-5. Driving information........... 190
Off-road precautions
(4WD models and
PreRunner) ....................... 190
Cargo and luggage ............. 195
Vehicle load limits ............... 199
Winter driving tips ............... 201
Trailer towing ...................... 205
Dinghy towing ..................... 218
3 Interior and exterior
features
3-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger...... 220
Air conditioning system....... 220
3-2. Using the audio
system............................. 228
Audio system types ............ 228
Using the radio ................... 231
Using the CD player ........... 237
Playing back MP3 and
WMA discs ....................... 244
Optimal use of the audio
system.............................. 253
Operating the sub woofer
(on some Access Cab
models) ............................ 256
Using the AUX adapter....... 257
Using the steering wheel
audio switches.................. 259
3-3. Using the hands-free
phone system (for
cellular phone)................ 262
Hands-free phone system
(for cellular phone) ........... 262
Using the hands-free phone
system.............................. 266
Making a phone call ........... 274
Setting a cellular phone...... 279
Security and system
setup ................................ 284
Using the phone book ........ 287
3-4. Using the interior lights... 294
Interior lights list ................. 294
• Interior light ....................... 295
• Personal lights................... 295
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Index
3-5. Using the storage
features ........................... 296
List of storage features....... 296
• Glove box......................... 296
• Console boxes ................. 297
• Cup holders...................... 298
• Bottle holders ................... 300
• Auxiliary boxes................. 302
• Overhead console............ 304
3-6. Other interior features ..... 305
Sun visors .......................... 305
Vanity mirrors ..................... 306
Clock .................................. 307
Outside temperature display
(vehicles with accessory
meter)............................... 308
Cigarette lighter.................. 309
Power outlet (12V DC) ....... 310
Power outlet (if 115V AC
equipped) ......................... 311
Seatback table ................... 317
Floor mat ............................ 318
Luggage compartment
features ............................ 319
Garage door opener box .... 328
Compass (vehicles with
accessory meter).............. 332
4 Maintenance and care
4-1. Maintenance and care...... 338
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior........... 338
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior............ 340
4-2. Maintenance...................... 343
Maintenance
requirements .................... 343
General maintenance ......... 345
Emission inspection and
maintenance (I/M)
programs .......................... 348
4-3. Do-it-yourself
maintenance ................... 349
Do-it-yourself service
precautions....................... 349
Hood ................................... 353
Engine compartment .......... 355
Tires.................................... 373
Tire inflation pressure ......... 381
Wheels................................ 386
Air conditioning filter ........... 388
Wireless remote control
battery .............................. 391
Checking and replacing
fuses................................. 393
Light bulbs .......................... 403
5 When trouble arises
5-1. Essential information ....... 414
If your vehicle needs to be
towed................................ 414
If you think something is
wrong................................ 420
Fuel pump shut off
system .............................. 421
Event data recorder ............ 422
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5-2. Steps to take in an
emergency....................... 424
If a warning light turns on
or a warning buzzer
sounds... ........................... 424
If you have a flat tire............ 433
If the engine will not start .... 449
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P.................... 450
If you lose your keys ........... 451
If the vehicle battery is
discharged ........................ 452
If your vehicle overheats..... 456
If the vehicle becomes
stuck ................................. 459
6 Vehicle specifications
6-1. Specifications.................... 462
Maintenance data (fuel, oil
level, etc.) ......................... 462
Fuel information .................. 479
Tire information................... 482
6-2. Customization ................... 493
Customizable features ........ 493
Items to initialize ................. 494
7 For owners
Reporting safety defects
for U.S. owners ................. 496
Seat belt instructions for
Canadian owners
(in French) ........................ 497
Camper information ............ 499
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Abbreviation list........................ 506
Alphabetical index .................... 508
What to do if... ........................... 517
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MN 00505-QRG09-TAC
Printed in the USA 5/08
2009 Tacoma
This Quick Reference Guide is a summary of basic vehicle operations. It contains brief descriptions of fundamental operations so you can locate and use the vehicle’s main equipment quickly and easily. The Quick Reference Guide is not intended as a substitute for the Owner’s Manual located in your vehicle’s glove box. We strongly encourage you to review the Owner’s Manual and supplementary manuals so you will have a better understanding of your vehicle’s capabilities and limitations.
Your dealership and the entire staff of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. wish you many years of satisfied driving in your new Tacoma.
! A word about safe vehicle operations
This Quick Reference Guide is not a full description of Tacoma operations. Every Tacoma owner should review the Owner’s Manual that accompanies this vehicle. Pay special attention to the boxed information highlighted in color throughout the Owner’s Manual. Each box contains safe operating instructions to help you avoid injury or equipment malfunction. All information in this Quick Reference Guide is current at the time of printing. Toyota reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice.
Doors-Child safety locks (double cab only) Rear door
Moving the lever to “LOCK” will allow the door to be opened only from the outside.
Spare tire & tools Tool location Regular cab models -behind the seatback
Double cab models -under the rear seat
Jack
Tool bag
Access cab models -under the rear seat
Tool bag
Front
Jack
Removing the spare tire (1)
Tool bag
Front
Jack
(2)
(1) Assemble the jack handle. (2) Insert the jack handle end into the lowering screw. (3) Turn the jack handle counterclockwise. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for tire changing and jack positioning procedures.
(3)
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INDEX
OVERVIEW
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Engine maintenance Fuel tank door and cap Hood release Indicator symbols Instrument cluster Instrument panel Keyless entry
Accessory meter Air Conditioning/Heating Audio Automatic Transmission Clock Cruise control Door locks-Power Four-wheel drive Lights & turn signals Light control-Instrument panel Parking brake Power outlets Rear differential lock Seat adjustments-Front Seats-Folding rear Seats-Head restraints Telephone controls (Bluetooth®) Tilt and telescopic steering wheel “VSC OFF” button Windows-Power Windshield wipers & washers
4-5
2-3
14-15
15
16
10
19
18
17
13
13
16
10
11
10
18
19
12
12
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
21
Doors-Child safety locks
20
Seat belts
20
Seat belts-Shoulder belt anchor
Spare tire & tools
21
Tire Pressure Monitoring (warning) System 20
OVERVIEW
Instrument panel
Steering wheel controls (if equipped)
Volume control buttons (for audio)
“ ” buttons (for audio)
>>
“MODE” button (for audio)
Front fog light switch1
Rear differential lock switch1
115V AC Power outlet ON/OFF switch1
Instrument panel light control
Headlight and turn signal controls
Windshield wiper and washer controls
Two-wheel/Four-wheel drive selector1
Audio system
Clock
Theft deterrent system/Engine immobilizer indicator1
Front passenger seat belt reminder
Front passenger occupant classification indicator1 or front passenger
airbag ON/OFF indicator1
O
Parking brake lever
Front passenger airbag manual ON/OFF switch1
Air Conditioning controls
12V DC Power outlet
Emergency flasher button
12V DC Power outlet/Cigarette lighter
Parking brake lever (stick type)2
Cruise control1
Engine ignition switch
Parking brake pedal3
“RSCA OFF” (Roll Sensing Curtain shield Airbags OFF) switch
“DAC” (Downhill Assist Control) button1 or clutch start cancel switch1
“VSC OFF” (Vehicle Stability Control OFF) switch1
Power rearview mirror control switches1
1 If equipped 2 Manual Transmission only 3 Automatic Transmission only
OVERVIEW
Instrument cluster
Tachometer Speedometer Odometer and two trip meters Service indicator and reminder Engine coolant temperature Fuel gauge Trip meter reset knob Gear shift position indicator (if equipped)
Indicator symbols
Brake system warning1
Driver/Front passenger seat belt reminder1
Charging system warning1
Front passenger occupant classification indicator/
Front passenger airbag ON/OFF indicator
Low engine oil pressure warning1
Malfunction/Check Engine indicator1
Engine oil replacement reminder1
Open door warning1
1 For details, refer to “Indicators and warning lights,” Section 2-2, 2009 Owner’s Manual. 2 If this light flashes, refer to “SRS airbag,” Section 1-7-, 2009 Owner’s Manual. 3 If this light flashes, refer to “Four-wheel drive system,” Section 2-4, 2009 Owner’s Manual.
Airbag SRS warning1
Automatic Transmission fluid temperature warning1
Low Tire Pressure Warning1
Theft deterrent/Engine immobilizer system indicator
Roll Sensing Curtain shield Airbags OFF indicator2
Headlight low beam indicator
Headlight high beam indicator
Turn signal indicator
Automatic Transmission indicator (5-speed)/(4-speed)
Four-wheel drive indicator3
Low speed four-wheel drive indicator3
Rear differential lock indicator4
Slip indicator