2009 Toyota Tacoma Owners Manual

Vehicle Stability Control “OFF” indicator warning1

Downhill assist control system indicator

AUTO Limited Slip Differential indicator

Cruise control indicator5

Anti-lock Brake System warning1

4 If this light flashes, refer to “Rear differential lock system,” Section 2-4, 2009 Owner’s

Manual.

5 If this light flashes, refer to “Cruise control,” Section 2-4, 2009 Owner’s Manual.

OVERVIEW

Keyless entry (if equipped) Locking operation

Unlocking operation

Push ONCE: Driver door

TWICE: All doors

NOTE: If a door is not opened within 60 seconds of unlocking, all doors will relock for safety.

Push

Panic button

Fuel tank door and cap

Pull

Push and hold

Turn

NOTE: Tighten until one click is heard. If the cap is not tightened enough, Check Engine “

” indicator may illuminate.

Hood release

Pull

Pull up latch and raise hood

Engine maintenance 4 cylinder (2TR-FE) engine

6 cylinder (1GR-FE) engine

Windshield washer fluid tank Engine coolant reservoir Engine oil filler cap Power steering fluid reservoir Engine oil level dipstick

Note: Regularly scheduled maintenance, including oil changes, will

help extend the life of your vehicle and maintain performance. Please refer to the “Owner’s Warranty Information Booklet,” “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement.”

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Automatic Transmission (if equipped) 5-speed models

4-speed models

Park1
Park* Reverse Reverse Neutral Neutral Drive Drive Fourth gear Fourth gear Third gear Third gear Second gear Second gear First gear First gear

Park* Reverse Neutral Drive Third gear Second gear First gear

* The engine switch must be “ON” and the brake pedal depressed to shift

from Park.

Downshifting increases power going uphill, or provides engine braking downhill. For best fuel economy during normal driving conditions, always drive with the shift lever in the “D” position. Light control-Instrument panel

Brightness control

Four-wheel drive (if equipped)

Turn

Turn

Push and turn

High speed (2WD) High speed (4WD) Shift when speed is below 62 mph. Low speed (4WD) Shift into neutral while stopped, or depress clutch pedal at speeds below 2 mph.

For best fuel economy and performance under normal driving conditions, keep in “H2” position.

Tilt and telescopic steering wheel

Angle

Length

Lock release lever

Hold wheel, push lever down, set angle and length, and return lever. Note: Do not attempt to adjust while the vehicle is in motion.

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Seat adjustments-Front Separate seat

Bench seat

Position Driver’s seat lumbar support (if equipped) Seatback angle

Seats-Head restraints Separate seats-Front

Bench seat-Front

(2)

(1)

Lock release button

Lock release button

Clock

H- Hour set M- Minute set

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Seats-Folding rear Access cab (1)

(2)

(3)

Double cab (1)

(3)

(5)

Pull

(1) Stow the seat belt buckles. (2) Raise the bottom cushion up while

pulling the lever until it locks. (3) Push the bottom cushion down.

(2)

(4)

(1) Stow the seat belt buckles. (2) Pass the seat belt through the seat

belt hangers.

(3) Remove the head restraint and

swing the bottom cushion. (4) Attach the head restraints. (5) Fold down the seatback.

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FEATURES/OPERATIONS

Windshield wipers & washers With intermittent wiper

Adjust interval*

Single wipe

Pull to wash and wipe

Interval wipe

Slow

Fast

* Intermittent windshield

wiper interval adjustment Rotate up to increase interval, down to decrease interval.

Without intermittent wiper

Pull to wash and wipe

Windows-Power (if equipped) Access cab models Driver side

Single wipe

Slow

Fast

Window lock switch

Up

Down

Up

Down

Double cab models Driver side

Up

Down

Window lock switch

Up Down

Automatic down operation (driver side only) Push the switch completely down and release to fully open. To stop window midway, lightly pull up on the switch. Window lock switch Deactivates all passenger windows. Driver’s window remains operable.

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Parking brake Automatic Transmission

Manual Transmission Set

Release

(1) Push button

Power outlets 12V DC

Set: Depress Release: Depress again

(2) Turn and

push in lever

Key must be in the “ACC” or “ON” position to be used. 115V AC (if equipped)

ON/OFF switch

Green indicator

Push

Yellow indicator

The engine must be running for use.

Yellow Light Only Max Capacity 115V AC/100W Green & Yellow Lights Max Capacity 115V AC/400W Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.

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Right side of bed

FEATURES/OPERATIONS

Audio

Type 1

Eject CD

Preset buttons - functions in other modes indicated below number

Push to turn ON/OFF

Station/ Search playback

Seek station/ CD track select

Type 2 additional functions

Mode

Playback

Push to adjust tone & balance

View text

Load CD(s)

CD PLAYER To scan tracks on a disc Push and hold “SCAN.” Push again to hold selection. CD changer (Type 2 only) -To load one disc Push “LOAD” and insert one disc. -To load multiple discs Push and hold “LOAD” until you hear a beep. Insert one disc. Shutter will close and then re-open for next disc. RADIO To preset stations Tune in the desired station and hold down a preset button (1-6) until you hear a beep. Push desired preset button (1-6) to select. To scan stations Push and hold “SCAN” to scan preset stations. Push again to hold selection.

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Steering wheel switches (if equipped)

Volume control

“ ” >> -In radio mode Push to select a preset station; push and hold to seek the next strong station. -In CD mode Push to skip up or down to the next/previous track. “MODE” Push to turn audio ON and select an audio mode. Push and hold to turn the audio system OFF.

AUX audio jack

Push “DISK/AUX” button after inserting a mini plug into the AUX audio jack to listen to music from a portable audio device through the vehicle’s speaker system.

Accessory meter (if equipped)

Display button Outside temperature Compass

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FEATURES/OPERATIONS

Air Conditioning (if equipped)/Heating

Fan speed Temperature Airflow vent In “ ” or “ reduce window fogging. Fresh or recirculated cabin air Air Conditioning ON/OFF (if equipped) Use fresh air to quickly cool interior, then change to recirculate for cooler air.

” mode, use fresh air (“

” indicator OFF) to

Rear differential lock (if equipped)

Rear differential Lock/Unlock

Use ONLY when wheel spinning occurs in a ditch, or on slippery or unpaved surfaces. DO NOT USE THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL LOCK IN CONDITIONS OTHER THAN SPECIFIED IN THE OWNER’S MANUAL. UNLOCK THE DIFFERENTIAL ONCE THE VEHICLE MOVES OUT OF THE TROUBLE SPOT.

Refer to your Owner’s Manual for complete details on this system before attempting to use it.

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Lights & turn signals Headlights

Headlights

Parking lights

Low beam

High beam

High beam flasher

-Daytime Running Light system (if equipped) Automatically turns on the turn signal lights at a reduced intensity. -Automatic light cutoff system Automatically turns lights off when driver’s door is opened with the engine switch in the “ACC” or “LOCK” position. Front fog lights (if equipped)

Front fog lights come on only when the headlights are on low beam.

Turn signals

Right turn

Lane change

Lane change

Left turn

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FEATURES/OPERATIONS

Telephone controls (Bluetooth®) (if equipped) Audio unit

Microphone

Steering wheel telephone switches

Volume

OFF/Ends a call ON/Starts a call

Voice command system

Bluetooth® technology allows you to place or receive calls without taking your hands from the steering wheel or using a cable to connect the telephone and the system. Refer to “Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone),” Section 3-3 in the Owner’s Manual for more details.

Door locks-Power (if equipped)

Unlock

Lock

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“VSC OFF” button

VSC OFF

The “VSC OFF” button is used to switch between modes related to the TRAC, VSC and Auto LSD functions. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more information.

Cruise control (if equipped) Turning system ON/OFF

System ON/OFF

Functions

Cancel1

Resume2/Increase speed

Set/Decrease speed

1 The set speed may also be cancelled by depressing the brake pedal. 2 The set speed may be resumed once vehicle speed exceeds 25 mph.

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SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES Seat belts

Take up slack

Too high

Keep as low on hips as possible

If belt is fully extended, then retracted even slightly, it cannot be re-extended beyond that point, unless fully retracted again. This feature is used to help hold child restraint systems securely.

To find more information about seat belts, and how to install a child restraint system, refer to the Owner's Manual. Seat belts-Shoulder belt anchor

Push up, or squeeze lock release to lower

Tire Pressure Monitoring (warning) System

If tire pressure indicator light is on, check/adjust each tire.

SET” button until indicator blinks three times. Let the vehicle sit for a

After adjusting tire pressures, or after tires have been rotated or replaced, turn the ignition switch to “ON” and press and hold the “ few minutes to allow initialization to complete. Refer to the load label on the door jamb or the Owner’s Manual for tire inflation specifications. If the tire pressure indicator flashes for more than 60 seconds and then remains on, take the vehicle to your local Toyota dealer.

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Abbreviation list Abbreviation/Acronym list

ABBREVIATIONS MEANING

Two Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive Anti-Lock Brake System Accessory Automatic Locking Retractor Active Traction Control Automatic Limited Slip Differential Child Restraint System Downhill assist control Electronic Control Unit Event Data Recorder Emergency Locking Retractor Gross Axle Weight Rating Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Emission inspection and maintenance Intermittent Light Emitting Diode Light truck Mud + Snow Methylcy clopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether On Board Diagnostics Resume Rear differential lock Roll sensing of curtain shield airbag Supplemental Restraint System Tire Identification Number

2WD 4WD ABS ACC ALR

A-TRAC AUTO LSD

CRS DAC ECU EDR ELR GAWR GVWR

I/M INT LED LT

M + S MMT MTBE OBD RES

RR DIFF LOCK

RSCA SRS TIN

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ABBREVIATIONS MEANING

TPMS TRAC TWI VIN VSC

Tire Pressure Warning System Traction Control Treadwear indicators Vehicle Identification Number Vehicle Stability Control

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For your information

Main Owners Manual

Please note that this manual applies to all models explains and all equip- ment, including options. Therefore, you may find some explanations for equipment not installed on your vehicle. All specifications provided in this manual are current at the time of printing. However, because of the Toyota policy of continual product improvement, we reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice. Depending on specifications, the vehicle shown in the illustrations may differ from your vehicle in terms of equipment.

Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Toyota

is not responsible

these products and

A wide variety of non-genuine spare parts and accessories for Toyota vehicles are currently available in the market. You should know that Toyota does not warrant their performance, repair, or replacement, or for any damage they may cause to, or adverse effect they may have on, your Toyota vehicle. This vehicle should not be modified with non-genuine Toyota products. Modification with non-genuine Toyota products could affect its performance, safety or durability, and may even violate governmental regulations. In addition, damage or performance problems resulting from the modification may not be covered under warranty.

for

Installation of a mobile two-way radio system

As the installation of a mobile two-way radio system in your vehicle could affect electronic systems such as the multiport fuel injection system/sequen- tial multiport fuel injection system, cruise control system, anti-lock brake sys- tem, SRS airbag system and seat belt pretensioner system, be sure to check with your Toyota dealer for precautionary measures or special instructions regarding installation.

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Scrapping your Toyota

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

Perchlorate Material

Special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate. Your vehicle has components that may contain perchlorate. These compo- nents may include airbag, seat belt pretensioners, and wireless remote con- trol batteries.

CAUTION

n General precautions while driving

Driving under the influence: Never drive your vehicle when under the influ- ence of alcohol or drugs that have impaired your ability to operate your vehi- cle. Alcohol and certain drugs delay reaction time, impair judgment and reduce coordination, which could lead to an accident that will hurt or kill you, your occupants or others. Defensive driving: Always drive defensively. Anticipate mistakes that other drivers or pedestrians might make and be ready to avoid accidents. Driver distraction: Always give your full attention to driving. Anything that dis- tracts the driver, such as adjusting controls, talking on a cellular phone or reading can result in a collision with resulting death or serious injury to you, your occupants or others.

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CAUTION

n General precaution regarding children’s safety

Never leave children unattended in the vehicle, and never allow children to have or use the key. Children may be able to start the vehicle or shift the vehicle into neutral. There is also a danger that children may injure themselves by playing with the cigarette lighter, the windows, or other features of the vehicle. In addi- tion, heat build-up or extremely cold temperatures inside the vehicle can be fatal to children.

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Symbols used throughout this manual

Cautions & Notices

CAUTION

This is a warning against anything which may cause injury to people if the warning is ignored. You are informed about what you must or must not do in order to reduce the risk of injury to yourself and others.

NOTICE

This is a warning against anything which may cause damage to the vehicle or its equipment if the warning is ignored. You are informed about what you must or must not do in order to avoid or reduce the risk of damage to your Toyota and its equipment.

Safety symbol

The symbol of a circle with a slash through it means “Do not”, “Do not do this”, or “Do not let this happen”.

Arrows indicating operations

Indicates the action (pushing, turning, etc.) used to operate switches and other devices. Indicates the outcome of an operation (e.g. a lid opens).

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1 Before driving

Adjusting and operating features such as door locks, mirrors, and steering column.

2 When driving

Driving, stopping and safe-driving information.

3 Interior and

exterior features

Air conditioning and audio systems, as well as other in- terior features for a comfortable driving experience.

4 Maintenance

and care

Cleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it- yourself maintenance, and maintenance information.

5 When trouble

arises

What to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat tire, or is involved in an accident.

6 Vehicle

specifications

Detailed vehicle information.

7 For owners

Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners, seat belt in- structions for Canadian owners and camper informa- tion.

Index

Alphabetical listing of information contained in this manual.

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Pictorial index

Exterior

Regular Cab models

Windshield wipers P. 160

Outside rear view mirrors P. 66

Hood P. 353

Parking and front side marker lights P. 157

Headlights P. 157

Front turn signal lights P. 147

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Back window∗ P. 71

Fuel filler door P. 72

Side doors P. 35

Rear turn signal lights P. 147

Stop/tail lights P. 157

Tailgate P. 40

Tires l Rotation l Replacement l Inflation pressure l Information

P. 373
P. 433
P. 381
P. 482

License plate lights P. 157

Rear side marker lights P. 157

∗: If equipped

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Exterior

Access Cab models

Windshield wipers P. 160

Outside rear view mirrors P. 66

Hood P. 353

Parking and front side marker lights P. 157

Headlights P. 157
Fog lights∗ P. 159

Front turn signal lights P. 147

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Back window∗ P. 71

Fuel filler door P. 72

Access doors P. 39

Side doors P. 35

Rear turn signal lights P. 147

Stop/tail lights P. 157

Tailgate P. 40

License plate lights P. 157

Rear side marker lights P. 157

∗: If equipped

Tires l Rotation l Replacement l Inflation pressure l Information

P. 373
P. 433
P. 381
P. 482

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Exterior

Double Cab models

Windshield wipers P. 160

Outside rear view mirrors P. 66

Hood P. 353

Parking and front side marker lights P. 157

Headlights P. 157
Fog lights∗ P. 159

Front turn signal lights P. 147

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Back window∗ P. 71

Fuel filler door P. 72

Side doors P. 35

Tires l Rotation l Replacement l Inflation pressure l Information

P. 373
P. 433
P. 381
P. 482

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Rear turn signal lights P. 147

Stop/tail lights P. 157

Tailgate P. 40

License plate lights P. 157

Rear side marker lights P. 157

∗: If equipped

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Interior

Seat belts P. 56

Head restraints P. 54

Bottle holders∗2 P. 300

Front console box∗2 P. 297
SRS driver airbag P. 81

SRS front passenger airbag P. 81

Rear seats∗2 P. 50

Seatback table∗1 P. 317

Glove box P. 296

Floor mats P. 318

Front seats P. 45

SRS side airbags P. 81

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Accessory meter ∗1 Outside temperature display ∗1 Compass ∗1 Garage door opener box ∗1

P. 156

P. 308

P. 332

P. 328

Personal lights∗1

P. 295

Overhead console∗1

P. 304

Interior light

P. 295

SRS curtain shield airbags P. 81

Sun visors P. 305

Anti-glare inside rear view mirror P. 63
Rear view monitor system∗3 P. 166
Vanity mirrors P. 306

∗1: If equipped ∗2: Access Cab and Double Cab models

∗3: Vehicles with auto anti-glare inside

rear view mirror

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Interior

Door lock switch∗1 P. 36

Inside door lock button P. 36

Power window switches∗1 P. 69

Window lock switch∗1 P. 69

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Bench type front seat

Shift lever P. 141, 144

Cup holders P. 298

Shift lock override button∗2 P. 450

Separated type front seats with an automatic transmission

Shift lever P. 141

Cup holders P. 298

Cup holders P. 298

Shift lock override button P. 450

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Interior

Separated type front seats with a manual transmission

Shift lever P. 144

Cup holders P. 298

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Access Cab models

Sub woofer∗ P. 256

Back window lock release lever∗ P. 71

Auxiliary boxes P. 302

Rear console box P. 297

∗: If equipped

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Interior

Double Cab models

Grocery bag hooks P. 326

Bottle holders P. 300

Back window lock release lever∗1 P. 71

Flashlight holder P. 325

Storage boxes P. 324

Cargo net hooks∗2 P. 327

∗1: If equipped ∗2: Vehicles with sub woofer

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Instrument panel

Gauges and meters P. 150

Tilt and telescopic steering lock release lever P. 62
Tire pressure warning reset switch P. 373
Hood lock release lever P. 353
Parking brake pedal∗ P. 148
Auxiliary box P. 302

Bottle holders P. 300

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Instrument panel

Audio system P. 228

Passenger airbag off switch∗1 P. 93

Front-wheel drive control switch∗2 P. 170

Air conditioning system P. 220
Emergency flasher switch

A-TRAC switch∗3 P. 174

AUX adapter P. 257

Cigarette lighter P. 309

Power outlet P. 310

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Windshield wipers and washer switch P. 160

Engine (ignition) switch P. 138

Parking brake lever∗4 P. 148

Audio remote control switches∗3 P. 259

Telephone switches∗3 P. 267

Talk switch∗3 P. 267

Cruise control switch∗3 P. 163

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Instrument panel

Fog light switch∗ P. 159

RR DIFF LOCK switch∗ P. 178

Instrument panel light control dial P. 151

Power outlet main switch∗ P. 311

Headlight switch P. 157
Turn signal lever P. 147

RSCA OFF switch P. 95

CLUTCH START CANCEL switch∗ P. 183
DAC switch∗ P. 181

VSC OFF switch P. 176, 185

Outside rear view mirror switches∗ P. 66

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Luggage compartment

Deck rails P. 195

Tie-down cleats P. 322

Power outlet∗ P. 311

Auxiliary boxes P. 320

Deck hooks P. 321

∗: If equipped

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1-1. Key information Keys

The following keys are provided with the vehicle.

Vehicles without engine immobilizer system

Master keys Key number plate

Vehicles with engine immobilizer system

Master keys Valet key Key number plate

n Key number plate

Keep the plate in a safe place such as your wallet, not in the vehicle. In the event that a key is lost, a new key can be made by your Toyota dealer using the key number plate. (→P. 451)

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1-1. Key information

NOTICE

n To prevent key damage (vehicles with engine immobilizer system)

l Do not subject the keys to strong shocks, expose them to high tempera-

tures by placing them in direct sunlight, or get them wet.

l Do not expose the keys to electromagnetic materials or attach any mate-

rial that blocks electromagnetic waves to the key surface.

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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors Wireless remote control (if equipped)

The wireless remote control can be used to lock and unlock the vehi- cle from outside the vehicle.

Locks all doors Unlocks all doors Pressing the button unlocks the driver’s door. Pressing the button again within 3
seconds unlocks the other doors. Sounds alarm (push and hold)

n Operation signals

A buzzer sounds and the emergency flashers flash to indicate that the doors have been locked/unlocked. (Locked: Once; Unlocked: Twice)

n Panic mode

When is pushed for longer than about one second, an alarm will sound for about 60 seconds and the vehicle lights will flash to deter any person from trying to break into or damage your vehicle. To stop the alarm, push any button on the wireless remote control.

n Door lock buzzer

If a door is not fully closed, a buzzer sounds for 10 seconds if an attempt to lock the door is made. Fully close the door to stop the buzzer, and lock the vehicle once more.

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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors

n Wireless remote control depletion

The standard battery life is 1 to 2 years. (The battery becomes depleted even if the key is not used.) If the wireless remote control function does not operate, the battery may be depleted. Replace the battery when necessary. (→P. 391)

n If the wireless remote control does not operate

Locking and unlocking the doors: Use the key. (→P. 35)

n Security feature

If a door is not opened within approximately 30 seconds after the vehicle is unlocked, the security feature automatically locks the vehicle again.

n Conditions affecting operation

The wireless remote control function may not operate normally in the follow- ing situations. l Near a TV tower, radio station, electric power plant, airport or other facil-

ity that generates strong radio waves

l When carrying a portable radio, cellular phone or other wireless commu-

nication device

l When multiple wireless keys are in the vicinity l When the wireless key has come into contact with, or is covered by a

metallic object

l When a wireless key (that emits radio waves) is being used nearby l When the wireless key has been left near an electrical appliance such as

a personal computer

n Customization that can be configured at Toyota dealer

Settings (Customizable features →P. 493)

(e.g. wireless

remote control system) can be changed.

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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors

n Certification for wireless remote control

MODEL/FCC IDs: Transmitter: GQ43VT20T Receiver: GQ43VT29R IC (Canada) IDs: Transmitter: 1470A-1T Receiver: 1470A-1R MADE IN U.S.A. This complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol- lowing two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors Side doors

The vehicle can be locked/unlocked using the wireless remote con- trol, key or door lock switch. n Wireless remote control (if equipped)

→P. 32

n Key

Regular Cab models

Locks the door Unlocks the door

Access Cab and Double Cab models

Locks all doors Unlocks all doors Turning the key a single time in the driver’s door unlocks the driver’s door, and turning the key again unlocks the other doors.

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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors

n Door lock switch (if equipped)

Driver’s door lock switch

Locks all doors Unlocks all doors

Passenger’s door lock switch

Locks all doors Unlocks all doors

n Inside door lock button

Locks the door Unlocks the door Pulling the inside handle can open the front door even if the inside door lock button is in the lock position.

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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors

Locking the front doors from the outside without a key

Move the inside door lock button to the lock position. Close the door.

Vehicles with power door lock system The door cannot be locked if a front door is open and the key is in the engine switch.

Rear door child-protector lock (Double Cab models only)

The door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle when the locks are set.

These locks can be set to prevent children from opening the rear doors. Push down on each rear door switch to lock both rear doors.

n Key reminder buzzer

A buzzer sounds if the driver’s door is opened, while the engine switch is in the ACC or LOCK position to remind you to remove the key.

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CAUTION

n To prevent an accident

Observe the following precautions while driving the vehicle. Failing to do so may result in a door opening and an occupant falling out, resulting in death or serious injury. l Always use a seat belt. l Always lock all doors. l Ensure that all doors are properly closed. l Do not pull the inside handle while driving. l Set the rear door child protector locks when children are seated in the rear

seat.

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The access door (rear door) can be opened using the inside handle.

Open the front door widely Pull (from the outside) or push (from the inside) the inside handle of the access door. Open the access door You can open and close the access door only when the front door is widely opened.

NOTICE

n When opening or closing the front door and access door

The front door and access door could be damaged if they hit each other when being opened or closed.

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The tailgate can be opened.

Pull the handle Open the tailgate slowly The support cables will hold the tailgate horizontal. After closing the tailgate, try pulling it toward you to make sure it is securely locked.

Removing the tailgate

n Before removing the tailgate

These connector covers are used when removing the tailgate, to prevent the back-up camera wire harness connectors from being contaminated.

Connector cover (Gray) Connector cover (White) Store the connector covers in the glove box in a plastic bag when not using.

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To disconnect the wire harness connectors ( ), press and hold the lock of the tailgate wire harness connector (White) and pull apart.

Tailgate wire harness connec- tor (White) Frame wire harness connector (Gray)

Attach the connector cover (white) to the frame wire harness connector (Gray).

Connector cover (White) Frame wire harness connector (Gray)

Pull out the plastic wire protector located in the vehicle bed by pressing the tabs and pulling the protector.

Be careful not to pull out all of the tailgate wire harness. Failure to do so may result in damage to vehicle components. Plastic wire protector

Open the tailgate.

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Pull out the wire harness from the vehicle bed.

Attach the connector cover (Gray) to the tailgate wire har- ness connector (White).

Tailgate wire harness connec- tor (White) Connector cover (Gray)

release

Open the tailgate to the angle where you can the brackets on the support cables from the lugs on both sides. Lift the support cable bracket up and slide it off.

Support cable bracket

Tilt the tailgate to about 30° from vertical and pull up the right side of the tailgate to unhook the right side.

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n Removing the tailgate

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Slide the tailgate a little to the right to unhook the left side.

To attach the tailgate, follow the removal procedure in reverse order.

Rear step bumper