2014 Toyota Tacoma Owners Manual

Avoid sudden starts or erratic driving maneuvers which place excessive stress on the emergency towing hook and the cables or chains. Always be cautious of the surroundings and other vehicles while towing.

●If the engine is not running, the power assist for the brakes and steering

will not function, making steering and braking more difficult.

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NOTICE

■Emergency towing hook precautions

●Before emergency towing, check that the hook is not broken or damaged. ●Fasten the towing cable or chain securely to the hook. ●Do not jerk the hook. Apply steady and even force. ●To avoid damaging the hook, do not pull from the side or at a vertical

angle. Always pull straight ahead.

Towing with a sling-type truck

NOTICE

■To prevent body damage

Do not tow with a sling-type truck, either from the front or rear.

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Towing with a wheel lift-type truck from the front

Vehicles with an automatic trans- mission: Use a towing dolly under the rear wheels. 2WD models with a manual transmission: We recommend to use a towing dolly under the rear wheels.

When not using a towing dolly, release the parking brake and shift the shift lever to N.

4WD models with a manual transmission: We recommend to use a towing dolly under the rear wheels.

When not using a towing dolly, release the parking brake, shift the shift lever to N and put the front-wheel drive control switch in H2.

NOTICE

■To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission (vehicles with

an automatic transmission) Never tow this vehicle wheels on the ground.

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Towing with a wheel lift-type truck from the rear

2WD models

Turn the engine switch to the ACC position.

4WD models

We recommend to use a towing dolly under the front wheels.

When not using a towing dolly, turn the engine switch to the ACC position, shift the shift lever to N and put the front-wheel drive con- trol switch in H2.

NOTICE

■To prevent damaging the vehicle

●Do not tow the vehicle with the key removed or in the LOCK position.

The steering lock mechanism is not strong enough to hold the front wheel straight.

●When raising the vehicle, ensure adequate ground clearance for towing at the opposite end of the raised vehicle. Without adequate clearance, the vehicle could be damaged while being towed.

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Using a flat bed truck

Type A

If your Toyota is transported by a flat bed truck, it should be tied down at the locations shown in the illustration.

Front

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Front

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If your Toyota is transported by a flat bed truck, it should be tied down at the locations shown in the illustration.

If you use chains or cables to tie down your vehicle, the angles shaded in black must be 45. Do not overly tighten the tie downs or the vehicle may be damaged. Apply the parking brake firmly.

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5-1. Essential information If you think something is wrong

If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably needs adjustment or repair. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. ■ Visible symptoms

● Fluid leaks under the vehicle

(Water dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal.)

● Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear ● Engine coolant temperature gauge needle continually points

higher than normal ■ Audible symptoms

● Changes in exhaust sound ● Excessive tire squeal when cornering ● Strange noises related to the suspension system ● Pinging or other noises related to the engine

■ Operational symptoms

● Engine misfire, stumbling or running rough ● Appreciable loss of power ● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking ● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road ● Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling, pedal almost

touches the floor

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5-1. Essential information Fuel pump shut off system

To minimize the risk of fuel leakage when the engine stalls or an air- bag inflates upon collision, the fuel pump shut off system stops sup- plying fuel to the engine.

Follow the procedure below to restart the engine after the system is activated.

Turn the engine switch to the ACC or LOCK position. Restart the engine.

NOTICE

■Before starting the engine

Inspect the ground under the vehicle. If you find that fuel has leaked onto the ground, the fuel system has been damaged and is in need of repair. Do not restart the engine.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer sounds...

Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights turn on or flash. If a light turns on or flashes, but then turns off, this does not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the system.

Stop the vehicle immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.

The following warning indicates a possible problem in the brake sys- tem. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer.

Warning light

Warning light/Details

Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)* • Low brake fluid • Malfunction in the brake system This light also comes on when the parking brake is not released. If the light turns off after the parking brake is fully released, the system is operating nor- mally.

(U.S.A.)

(Canada)

*: Parking brake engaged warning buzzer:

The buzzer sounds to indicate that parking brake is still engaged (with the vehicle having reached a speed of 3 mph [5 km/h])

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Stop the vehicle immediately.

The following warnings indicate the possibility of damage to the vehi- cle that may lead to an accident. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer.

Warning light

Warning light/Details

Charging system warning light Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging sys- tem. Low engine oil pressure warning light Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low*.

*: The light may come on when the oil level is extremely low. It is not designed to indicate low oil level, and the oil level must be checked using the engine oil level dipstick.

Have the vehicle inspected immediately.

Failing to investigate the cause of the following warnings may lead to the system operating abnormally and possibly cause an accident. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.

Warning light

Warning light/Details

(U.S.A.)

(Canada)

Malfunction indicator lamp Indicates a malfunction in: • The electronic engine control system; • The electronic throttle control system; • The electronic automatic transmission control sys- tem; or • Emission control system.

SRS warning light Indicates a malfunction in: • The SRS airbag system; • The front passenger occupant classification system; or • The seat belt pretensioner system.

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Warning light

Warning light/Details

ABS warning light Indicates a malfunction in: • The ABS; or • The brake assist system.

(U.S.A.)

(Canada)

Slip indicator The indicator comes on to indicate a malfunction in: • The VSC; • The TRAC; • The active traction control system (if equipped); • The AUTO LSD system; • The downhill assist control system (if equipped); • The hill-start assist control system (if equipped); or • The Trailer Sway Control (if equipped).

Cruise control indicator light (if equipped) Indicates a malfunction in the cruise control system.

(Flashes)

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Follow the correction procedures.

After taking the specified steps to correct the suspected problem, check that the warning light turns off.

Warning light

Warning light/Details

Correction procedure

(On the instrument

cluster)

(On the center panel)

Open door warning light Indicates that a door is not fully closed. Driver’s seat belt reminder light (warning buzzer)*1
Warns the driver to fas- ten his/her seat belt. Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light (warning buzzer)*1
Warns the front passen- ger to fasten his/her seat belt. Automatic transmission fluid temperature warn- ing light (if equipped) When the light comes on: Indicates that the auto- matic transmission fluid temperature is too high.

When the light flashes: Indicates a malfunction in the automatic transmis- sion system.

Check that all doors are closed.

Fasten the seat belt.

Fasten the seat belt.

Stop the vehicle in a safe place, shift the shift lever to P and wait until the light goes off. If the light goes off, you may start the vehicle again. If the light does not go off, contact your Toyota dealer. Have the system checked by your Toyota dealer.

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Warning light

Warning light/Details

Correction procedure

Tire pressure warning light When the light comes on: Low tire inflation pressure such as • Natural causes (P. 490) • Flat tire (P. 494)

• When the light stays on after blinking for 1 minute: Malfunction in the tire pressure warning system. (P. 491) Low fuel level warning light Low level of fuel.

Adjust the tire inflation pressure to the speci- fied level. The light will turn off after a few minutes. In case the light does not turn off even if the tire infla- tion pressure is adjusted, have the system checked by your Toyota dealer. Have the system checked by your Toyota dealer.

Refuel the vehicle.

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(U.S.A.)

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Warning light/Details Maintenance required reminder light Indicates that mainte- nance is required accord- ing to the driven distance on the maintenance schedule.*2
Illuminates for about 3 seconds and then flashes for about 15 sec- onds approximately 4500 miles (7200 km) after the maintenance data has been reset. Comes on and remains on if the distance driven exceeds 5000 miles (8000 km) after the main- tenance data has been reset. (The indicator will not work properly unless the maintenance data has been reset.)

Correction procedure

If necessary, perform maintenance.

Perform the necessary maintenance. Please reset the main- tenance data after the maintenance is per- formed. (P. 403)

*1: Driver’s and front passenger’s seat belt buzzer:

The driver’s and front passenger’s seat belt buzzer sounds to alert the driver and front passenger that their seat belt is not fastened. Once the engine switch is turned to the ON or START position, the buzzer sounds for 6 sec- onds. The buzzer sounds once if the driver’s or front passenger’s seat belt is unfastened when the vehicle reaches a speed of 12 mph (20 km/h). Then, if the seat belt is still unfastened after 30 seconds elapse, the buzzer will sound intermittently for approximately 10 seconds, followed by a different tone for approximately 20 more seconds.

*2: Refer to the separate “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual

Supplement” for the maintenance interval applicable to your vehicle.

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■Key reminder buzzer

The buzzer indicates that the key has not been removed (with the engine switch in the ACC or LOCK position and the driver’s door opened).

■If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving

First check the following: ●Is your vehicle low on gas?

If it is, refuel the vehicle immediately.

●Is the fuel tank cap loose?

If it is, tighten it securely.

The light will go off after taking several driving trips. If the light does not go off even after several trips, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

■Front passenger detection sensor and passenger seat belt reminder

If luggage or other load is placed on the front passenger seat, depending on its weight, the reminder light to flash and buzzer to sound.

■When the tire pressure warning light comes on

Check the tire inflation pressure and adjust to the appropriate level. Pushing the tire pressure warning reset switch does not turn off the tire pressure warning light.

■The tire pressure warning light may turn on due to natural causes

The tire pressure warning light may turn on due to natural causes such as natural air leaks or tire inflation pressure changes caused by temper- ature. In this case, adjusting the tire inflation pressure will turn off the warning light (after a few minutes).

■When a tire is replaced with a spare tire

The temporary spare tire is not equipped with the tire pressure warning valve and transmitter. If a tire goes flat, the tire pressure warning light will not turn off even though the flat tire is replaced with the temporary spare tire. Replace the temporary spare tire with the repaired tire and adjust the proper tire inflation pressure. The tire pressure warning light will turn off after a few minutes.

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■If the tire pressure warning system is inoperative

The tire pressure warning system will be disabled in the following condi- tions: (When the condition becomes normal, the system will work properly.) ●If tires not equipped with tire pressure warning valves and transmit-

ters are used.

●If the ID code on the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters is

not registered in the tire pressure warning computer.

●If the tire inflation pressure is 73 psi (500 kPa, 5.1 kgf/cm2 or bar) or

higher.

The tire pressure warning system may be disabled in the following condi- tions: (When the condition becomes normal, the system will work properly.) ●If electronic devices or facilities using similar radio wave frequencies

are nearby.

●If a radio set at similar frequencies is in use in the vehicle. ●If a window tint that affects the radio wave signals is installed. ●If there is a lot of snow or ice on the vehicle, in particular around the

wheels or wheel housings.

●If non-genuine Toyota wheels are used. (Even if you use Toyota wheels, the tire pressure warning system may not work properly with some types of tires.)

●If tire chains are used.

■If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking

for 1 minute If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking for 1
minute when the engine switch is turned to the ON position, have it checked by your Toyota dealer.

■Customization that can be configured at Toyota dealer

The vehicle speed linked seat belt reminder buzzer can be disabled. (Customizable features P. 561)

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CAUTION

■If the tire pressure warning light comes on

Be sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to do so could cause loss of vehicle control and result in death or serious injury. ●Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire

inflation pressure immediately.

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

●Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate,

you could lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes.

■If a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur

The tire pressure warning system may not activate immediately.

■Maintenance of the tire

Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label (tire and load information label). (If your vehicle has tires of a differ- ent size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label [tire and load information label], you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.) As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS-tire pressure warning system) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale (tire pressure warning light) when one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale (tire pressure warning light) illumi- nates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly under- inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability.

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CAUTION

■Maintenance of the tire

Please note that the TPMS (tire pressure warning system) is not a sub- stitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale (tire pressure warning light). Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS (tire pressure warning system) malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operat- ing properly. The TPMS (tire pressure warning system) malfunction indi- cator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale (tire pressure warning light). When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illumi- nated. This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction exists. When the malfunction indicator is illumi- nated, the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended. TPMS (tire pressure warning system) malfunctions may occur for a vari- ety of reasons, including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS (tire pressure warning system) from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS (tire pres- sure warning system) malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alter- nate tires and wheels allow the TPMS (tire pressure warning system) to continue to function properly.

NOTICE

■Precaution when installing a different tire

When a tire of a different specification or maker is installed, the tire pres- sure warning system may not operate properly.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If you have a flat tire

Remove the flat tire and replace it with the spare provided. ■ Before jacking up the vehicle

● Stop the vehicle on a hard, flat surface. ● Set the parking brake. ● Shift the shift lever to P (automatic transmission) or R (manual

transmission).

● Stop the engine. ● Turn on the emergency flashers.

■ Location of the spare tire

■ Location of the jack and tools

Regular Cab models

Jack

Tool bag

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Access Cab models

Tool bag

Jack

Double Cab models

Tool bag

Jack

Taking out the jack and tool bag

Regular Cab models with bench type seat

Pull the lever and fold down the seatback.

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Regular Cab models with separated type seat

Pull the lever and fold down the seatback.

Unhook the strap and remove the tool bag.

Loosen and remove the jack.

Loosen Tighten

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Access Cab models

5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

Pull up the lever. Raise the bottom cushion up.

Turn the knob counterclockwise.

Open the lid. Press the lid against the bot- tom of the lower cushion until it is supported by the hook- and-loop fastener. Make sure that the lid is sup- ported to prevent it from closing unexpectedly.

Unhook the strap and remove the tool bag.

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Loosen and remove the jack.

Loosen Tighten

Double Cab models

Swing the bottom cushion up by pulling the lock release strap.

Turn the knob counterclock- wise. Open the lid.

Unhook the strap and remove the tool bag.

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Loosen and remove the jack.

Loosen Tighten

Assemble the jack handle (in the tool bag)

Assemble the jack handle exten- sion as shown.

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Insert the end of the jack handle extension lowering screw and turn it counterclock- wise.

into

the

After the tire is lowered com- pletely to the ground, remove the holding bracket.

5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

Taking out the spare tire

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Replacing a flat tire

5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

Chock the tires.

Flat tire

Front

Rear

Left- hand side

Right- hand side

Left- hand side

Right- hand side

Wheel chock

positions Behind the rear right- hand side tire Behind the rear left- hand side tire In front of the front right-hand side tire In front of the front left-hand side tire

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Front

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Slightly loosen the wheel nuts (one turn).

Assemble the jack handle exten- sion as shown.

Position the jack at the correct jack point as shown.

Front Rear Make sure the jack is positioned on a level and solid place.

Raise the vehicle until the tire is slightly raised off the ground.

When positioning the jack under the rear axle housing, make sure the groove on the top of the jack fits with the rear axle housing.

Installing the tire

5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

Remove all the wheel nuts and the tire.

When resting the tire on the ground, place the tire so that the wheel design faces up to avoid scratching the wheel surface.

Remove any dirt or foreign mat- ter from the wheel contact sur- face.

If foreign matter is on the wheel contact surface, the wheel nuts may loosen while the vehicle is in motion, and the tire may come off the vehicle.

Install the tire and loosely tighten each wheel nut by hand by approximately the same amount.

Replacing a steel wheel with a steel wheel

Tapered portion

Tighten the nuts until the tapered portion comes into loose contact with the disc wheel sheet.

Disc wheel sheet

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Replacing an aluminum wheel with a steel wheel

Tapered portion

Tighten the nuts until the tapered portion comes into loose contact with the disc wheel sheet.

Disc wheel sheet

Replacing an aluminum wheel with an aluminum wheel

Washer

Tighten the nuts until the washer of the nut comes into loose con- tact with the disc wheel.

Disc wheel

Lower the vehicle.

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Firmly tighten each nut two or three times in the order shown in the illustration.

Tightening torque: 83 ft·lbf (113 N·m, 11.5 kgf·m)

2WD models except PreRunner

4WD models and PreRunner

Stowing the flat tire, jack and all tools

Lay down the tire with the outer side facing up, and install the holding bracket.

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4WD models only: Fasten the claws of the holding bracket into the wheel holes as shown in the illustration.

Holding bracket Claw

Then secure the tire, taking care that the tire goes straight up without catching on any other part, to prevent it from flying for- ward during a collision or sudden braking. Stow the tools and jack securely.

■After completing the tire change

The tire pressure warning system must be reset. (P. 431)

■When using the temporary spare tire

As the temporary spare tire is not equipped with the tire pressure warn- ing valve and transmitter, low inflation pressure of the spare tire will not be warned. Also, if you replace the temporary spare tire after the tire pressure warning light comes on, the light remains on.

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CAUTION

■Using the jack

Improper use of the jack may lead to death or serious injuries due to the vehicle suddenly falling off the jack. ●Do not use the jack for any purpose other than replacing tires or install-

ing and removing tire chains.

●Only use the jack that comes with this vehicle for replacing a flat tire.

Do not use it on other vehicles, and do not use other jacks for replac- ing tires on this vehicle.

●Always check that the jack is securely set to the jack point. ●Do not put any part of your body under the vehicle supported by a jack. ●Do not start or run the engine while your vehicle is supported by the

jack.

●Do not raise the vehicle while someone is in it. ●When raising the vehicle, do not put an object on or under the jack. ●Do not raise the vehicle to a height greater than that required to

replace the tire.

●Use a jack stand if it is necessary to get under the vehicle. Take particular care when lowering the vehicle to ensure that no one working on or near the vehicle will be injured.

■Using the jack handle

Tighten all the screws securely to prevent the extension parts from com- ing apart unexpectedly.

■Replacing a flat tire

●Observe the following precautions.

Failure to do so may result in serious injury: • Lower the spare tire completely to the ground before removing it

from under the vehicle.

• Do not try to remove the wheel ornament by hand. Take due care in

handling the ornament to avoid unexpected personal injury.

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CAUTION

■Replacing a flat tire

• Do not touch the disc wheels or the area around the brakes imme-

diately after the vehicle has been driven. After the vehicle has been driven the disc wheels and the area around the brakes will be extremely hot. Touching these areas with hands, feet or other body parts while changing a tire, etc. may result in burns.

●Failure to follow these precautions could cause the wheel nuts to

loosen and the tire to fall off, resulting in death or serious injury. • Have the wheel nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 83 ft·lbf (113

N·m, 11.5 kgf·m) as soon as possible after changing wheels.

• When installing a tire, only use wheel nuts that have been specifi-

cally designed for that wheel.

• If there are any cracks or deformations in the bolt screws, nut threads or bolt holes of the wheel, have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.

• Do not attach a heavily damaged wheel ornament, as it may fly off

the wheel while the vehicle is moving.

• When installing the wheel nuts, be sure to install them with the

tapered ends facing inward. (P. 445)

■When using the temporary spare tire

●Remember that your temporary spare tire is specifically designed for use with your vehicle. Do not use your temporary spare tire on another vehicle.

●Do not use two temporary spare tires simultaneously. ●Replace the temporary spare tire with a standard tire as soon as possi-

ble.

●Avoid sudden acceleration, deceleration and braking, as well as sharp

cornering.

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CAUTION

■Speed limit when using the temporary spare tire

Do not drive at speeds in excess of 50 mph (80 km/h) when a temporary spare tire is installed on the vehicle. The temporary spare tire is not designed for driving at high speeds. Fail- ing to observe this precaution may lead to an accident causing death or serious injury.

■Driving with tire chains and the temporary spare tire

Do not fit tire chains to the temporary spare tire. Tire chains may damage the vehicle body and adversely affect driving performance.

■When the spare tire is attached

The vehicle speed may not be correctly detected, and the following sys- tems may not operate correctly: ●ABS & Brake assist ●VSC ●TRAC ●Active traction control system (if equipped) ●Hill-start assist control system (if equipped) ●Downhill assist control system (if equipped) ●AUTO LSD system ●Cruise control (if equipped) Also, not only can the following system not be utilized fully, it may actu- ally negatively effect the drive-train components: ●4WD system

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NOTICE

■Do not drive the vehicle with a flat tire

Do not continue driving with a flat tire. Driving even a short distance with a flat tire can damage the tire and the wheel beyond repair.

■When stowing the flat tire

Ensure that there is no object caught between the tire and the vehicle underbody.

■When replacing the tires

●When removing or fitting the wheels, tires or the tire pressure warning valve and transmitter, contact your Toyota dealer as the tire pressure warning valve and transmitter may be damaged if not handled cor- rectly.

●Replace the grommets for the tire pressure warning valves and trans-

mitters as well.

■To avoid damage to the tire pressure warning valves and transmit-

ters When a tire is repaired with liquid sealants, the tire pressure warning valve and transmitter may not operate properly. If a liquid sealant is used, contact your Toyota dealer or other qualified service shop as soon as possible. Make sure to replace the tire pressure warning valve and transmitter when replacing the tire. (P. 431)

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If the engine will not start

If the engine still does not start after following the correct starting procedure (P. 141) or releasing the steering lock (P. 142), confirm the following points. ■ The engine will not start even when the starter motor oper-

ates normally. One of the following may be the cause of the problem. ● There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.

Refuel the vehicle.

● The engine may be flooded.

Try to restart the engine once more following correct starting procedures.

● There may be a malfunction in the engine immobilizer system.

(P. 81)

■ The starter motor turns over slowly, the interior lights and headlights are dim, or the horn does not sound or sounds at a low volume. One of the following may be the cause of the problem. ● The battery may be discharged. (P. 514) ● The battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.

■ The starter motor does not turn over, the interior lights and

headlights do not turn on, or the horn does not sound. One of the following may be the cause of the problem. ● One or both of the battery terminals may be disconnected. ● The battery may be discharged. (P. 514) Contact your Toyota dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if repair procedures are unknown.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P (vehicles with an automatic transmission)

If the shift lever cannot be shifted with your foot on the brake, there may be a problem with the shift lock system (a system to prevent accidental operation of the shift lever). Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately. The following steps may be used as an emergency measure to ensure that the shift lever can be shifted.

Set the parking brake. Turn the engine switch to the ACC or ON position. Depress the brake pedal.

Pry the cover up with a flat- head screwdriver or equiva- lent.

Press the shift lock override button.

The shift lever can be shifted while the button is pressed.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If you lose your keys

New genuine Toyota keys can be made by your Toyota dealer using the other key and the key number stamped on your key number plate.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If the vehicle battery is discharged

The following procedures may be used to start the engine if the vehicle’s battery is discharged. You can call your Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop. If you have a set of jumper (or booster) cables and a second vehi- cle with a 12-volt battery, you can jump start your Toyota following the steps below.

Connect the jumper cables. 2.7 L 4-cylinder (2TR-FE) engine

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4.0 L V6 (1GR-FE) engine

Positive (+) battery terminal on your vehicle Positive (+) battery terminal on the second vehicle Negative (-) battery terminal on the second vehicle Connect the jumper cable to ground on your vehicle as shown in the illustration.

Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the engine speed slightly and maintain at that level for approximately 5
minutes to recharge the battery of your vehicle. Maintain the engine speed of the second vehicle and start the vehicle’s engine. Once the vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper cables in the exact reverse order in which they were con- nected.

Once the engine starts, have the vehicle checked at your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

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■Starting the engine when the battery is discharged (vehicles with an

automatic transmission) The engine cannot be started by push-starting.

■Avoiding a discharged battery

●Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the engine is turned

off.

●Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is run- ning at a low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic, etc.

■Charging the battery

The electricity stored in the battery will discharge gradually even when the vehicle is not in use, due to natural discharge and the draining effects of cer- tain electrical appliances. If the vehicle is left for a long time, the battery may discharge, and the engine may be unable to start. (The battery recharges automatically during driving.)

CAUTION

■Avoiding battery fires or explosions

Observe the following precautions to prevent accidentally igniting the flam- mable gas that may be emitted from the battery. ●Make sure the jumper cable is connected to the correct terminal and that it is not unintentionally in contact with any part other than the intended termi- nal.

●Do not allow the jumper cables to come into contact with the “+” and “-” ter-

minals.

●Do not smoke, use matches, cigarette lighters or allow open flame near

the battery.

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CAUTION

■Battery precautions

The battery contains poisonous and corrosive acidic electrolyte, while related parts contain lead and lead compounds. Observe the following pre- cautions when handling the battery. ●When working with the battery, always wear safety glasses and take care not to allow any battery fluids (acid) to come into contact with skin, clothing or the vehicle body.

●Do not lean over the battery. ●In the event that battery fluid comes into contact with the skin or eyes, immediately wash the affected area with water and seek medical attention. Place a wet sponge or cloth over the affected area until medical attention can be received.

●Always wash your hands after handling the battery support, terminals, and

other battery-related parts.

●Do not allow children near the battery.

NOTICE

■To prevent damaging the vehicle (vehicles with a manual transmission) Do not pull- or push-start the vehicle, because the three-way catalytic con- verter may overheat and become a fire hazard.

■When handling jumper cables

Be careful that the jumper cables do not become tangled in the cooling fan or any of the belts when connecting or disconnecting them.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If your vehicle overheats

The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating. ● The needle of the engine coolant temperature gauge (P. 155) enters the red zone or a loss of engine power is experienced. (For example, the vehicle speed does not increase.)

● Steam comes out from under the hood.

Correction procedures

Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air condition- ing system, and then stop the engine. If you see steam:

Carefully lift the hood after the steam subsides completely.

If you do not see steam: Carefully lift the hood.

the engine has cooled After down sufficiently, the hoses and radiator core (radia- tor) for any leaks.

inspect

Radiator Cooling fan If a large amount of coolant leaks, immediately contact your Toyota dealer.

The coolant level is satisfactory if the reservoir level is between the “FULL” and “LOW” lines on the reservoir.

Reservoir “FULL” “LOW” Radiator cap

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Add coolant if necessary.

Water can be used in an emer- gency if coolant is unavailable.

Start the engine and check that the radiator cooling fan oper- ates and check for coolant leaks from the radiator or hoses. If the fan is not operating:

Stop the engine immediately and contact your Toyota dealer.

If the fan is operating:

Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest Toyota dealer.

CAUTION

■To prevent an accident or injury when inspecting under the hood of

your vehicle ●If steam is seen coming from under the hood, do not open the hood until the steam has subsided. The engine compartment may be very hot, caus- ing serious injuries such as burns.

●Keep hands and clothing (especially a tie, a scarf or a muffler) away from the fan and belts. Failure to do so may cause the hands or clothing to be caught, resulting in serious injury.

●Do not loosen the radiator cap and the coolant reservoir cap while the

engine and radiator are hot. Serious injury, such as burns, may result from hot coolant and steam released under pressure.

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NOTICE

■When adding engine coolant

Wait until the engine has cooled down before adding engine coolant. When adding coolant, do so slowly. Adding cool coolant to a hot engine too quickly can cause damage to the engine.

■To prevent damage to the cooling system

Observe the following precautions: ●Avoid contaminating the coolant with foreign matter (such as sand or dust

etc.).

●Do not use any coolant additives.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If the vehicle becomes stuck

Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle becomes stuck in mud, dirt, or snow.

Stop the engine. Set the parking brake and put the shift lever in P (vehicles with an automatic transmission) or N (vehicles with a manual transmission). Remove the mud, snow, or sand from around the stuck tire. Place wood, stones or some other material to help provide traction under the tires. Restart the engine. Turn off the VSC. (P. 202, 203) Shift the shift lever to D or R (automatic transmission) or 1
or R (manual transmission) and carefully apply the acceler- ator to free the vehicle.

CAUTION

■When attempting to free a stuck vehicle

If you choose to rock the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the sur- rounding area is clear, to avoid striking other vehicles, objects or persons. The vehicle may also lunge forward or back suddenly as it becomes free. Use extreme caution.

■When shifting the shift lever

Vehicles with an automatic transmission: Be careful not to shift the shift lever with the accelerator pedal depressed. This may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle that may cause an accident and result in death or serious injury.

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NOTICE

■To avoid damaging the transmission and other components

●Avoid spinning the wheels and do not rev up the engine. ●If the vehicle remains stuck after trying these procedures, the vehicle may

require towing to be freed.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency

Only in an emergency, such as if it becomes impossible to stop the vehicle in the normal way, stop the vehicle using the following pro- cedure:

Steadily step on the brake pedal with both feet and firmly depress it. Do not pump the brake pedal repeatedly as this will increase the effort required to slow the vehicle. Shift the shift lever to N.

If the shift lever is shifted to N

After slowing down, stop the vehicle in a safe place by the road. Stop the engine.

If the shift lever cannot be shifted to N

Keep depressing the brake pedal with both feet to reduce vehicle speed as much as possible.

Stop the engine by turning the engine switch the ACC position.

to

Stop the vehicle in a safe place by the road.

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CAUTION

■If the engine has to be turned off while driving

●Power assist for the brakes and steering wheel will be lost, making the brake pedal harder to depress and the steering wheel heavier to turn. Decelerate as much as possible before turning off the engine.

●Never attempt to remove the key, as doing so will lock the steering wheel.

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Vehicle specifications

6-1. Specifications

Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)......... 526
Fuel information ............... 547
Tire information ................ 550

6-2. Customization

Customizable features ..... 561
Items to initialize .............. 562

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Dimensions

2WD models except PreRunner

Access Cab

Cab type

Regular Cab

Overall length

190.4 in. (4835 mm)

Except X-Runner 208.1 in. (5285 mm)

Overall width

72.2 in. (1835 mm)

Overall height*

Wheelbase

65.8 in. (1670 mm) 109.6 in. (2785 mm)

66.1 in. (1680 mm)

Front tread

61.0 in. (1550 mm)

Rear tread

61.0 in. (1550 mm)

*: Unladen vehicle

X-Runner

208.5 in. (5295 mm) 74.0 in. (1880 mm) 65.6 in. (1665 mm)

Double Cab

208.1 in. (5285 mm) 74.6 in. (1895 mm) 66.1 in. (1680 mm)

127.4 in. (3235 mm)

62.2 in. (1580 mm) 62.2 in. (1580 mm)

61.0 in. (1550 mm) 61.0 in. (1550 mm)

4WD models and PreRunner (except Regular Cab models)

Cab type

Regular Cab

Access Cab

190.4 in. (4835 mm)

208.1 in. (5285 mm)

74.6 in. (1895 mm)

69.9 in. (1775 mm) 109.6 in. (2785 mm)

70.3 in. (1785 mm) 127.4 in. (3235 mm)

63.0 in. (1600 mm) 63.4 in. (1610 mm)

Overall length Overall width Overall height* Wheelbase Front tread Rear tread *: Unladen vehicle

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Cab type

Overall length Overall width

Overall height*

2.7 L 4-cylinder (2TR-FE) engine 4.0 L V6 (1GR-FE) engine

Wheelbase Front tread Rear tread *: Unladen vehicle

Double Cab

With short deck

With long deck

208.1 in. (5285 mm) 221.3 in. (5620 mm)

74.6 in. (1895 mm)

70.3 in. (1785 mm)

70.1 in. (1780 mm)

127.4 in. (3235 mm) 140.6 in. (3570 mm)

63.0 in. (1600 mm) 63.4 in. (1610 mm)

Vehicle capacity weight

2WD models except PreRunner

Cab type

Engine

Deck type

Regular Cab

Access Cab

Double Cab

2.7 L 4-cylinder (2TR-FE) engine 2.7 L 4-cylinder (2TR-FE) engine 4.0 L V6 (1GR-FE) engine 2.7 L 4-cylinder (2TR-FE) engine

Vehicle capacity weight (Occupant +

luggage)*

1150 lb. (520 kg)

1050 lb. (475 kg)

Long deck

850 lb. (385 kg)

950 lb. (430 kg)

*: Installing accessories in addition to those installed at the factory increases vehicle weight, thereby reducing vehicle capacity weight. Contact your Toyota dealer about the weight of accessory parts.

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PreRunner

Cab type

Engine

Deck type

Access Cab

Double Cab

2.7 L 4-cylinder (2TR-FE) engine

4.0 L V6 (1GR-FE) engine

2.7 L 4-cylinder (2TR-FE) engine

4.0 L V6 (1GR-FE) engine

Long deck

Short deck

Long deck

Vehicle capacity weight (Occupant

+ luggage)*

1300 lb. (585 kg)

1250 lb. (565 kg)

1300 lb. (585 kg)

1150 lb. (520 kg)

*: Installing accessories in addition to those installed at the factory increases vehicle weight, thereby reducing vehicle capacity weight. Contact your Toyota dealer about the weight of accessory parts. 4WD models

Cab type

Engine

Deck type

Regular Cab

Access Cab

Double Cab

2.7 L 4-cylinder (2TR-FE) engine 2.7 L 4-cylinder (2TR-FE) engine 4.0 L V6 (1GR-FE) engine