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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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Alphabetical index


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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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

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