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2005 TACOMA from Mar. ’05 Prod. (OM35862U)

OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND
CONTROLS

Overview of instruments and controls

Instrument panel overview

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Instrument cluster overview

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Indicator symbols on the instrument panel

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Summary of Contents for Tacoma 2005

Page 1: ...Mar 05 Prod OM35862U OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Overview of instruments and controls Instrument panel overview 2 Instrument cluster overview 7 Indicator symbols on the instrument panel 8 05...

Page 2: ...uster 3 Center vents 4 Glove box 5 Automatic transmission selector lever or manual transmission gear shift lever 6 Cup holders 7 Auxiliary box 8 Hood lock release lever 9 Parking brake pedal automatic...

Page 3: ...ter 5 Personal lights 6 Auxiliary boxes 7 Power door lock switches 8 Power window switches 9 Glove box 10 Automatic transmission selector lever 11 Rear console box 12 Bottle holders 13 Cup holders 14...

Page 4: ...accessory meter 5 Personal lights 6 Auxiliary boxes 7 Power door lock switches 8 Power window switches 9 Glove box 10 Rear console box 11 Bottle holders 12 Cup holders 13 Manual transmission gear shi...

Page 5: ...asher switches 8 Front drive control switch knob 9 Audio system 10 Clock 11 Engine immobilizer system indicator light 12 Front passenger s seat belt reminder light 13 Front passenger occupant classifi...

Page 6: ...6 2005 TACOMA from Mar 05 Prod OM35862U 20 Cruise control switch 21 Ignition switch 22 Clutch start cancel switch 23 DAC switch 24 Power rear view mirror control switches 05 02 25...

Page 7: ...2 Speedometer 3 Odometer and two trip meters 4 Service reminder indicators and indicator lights 5 Engine coolant temperature gauge 6 Fuel gauge 7 Trip meter reset knob 8 Shift position indicator light...

Page 8: ...trol system warning light 1 Traction control system warning light 1 AUTO LSD system warning light 1 Downhill assist control system warning light 1 Hill start assist control system warning light 1 Fron...

Page 9: ...Rear differential lock indicator light 4 Four wheel drive indicator light 3 Slip indicator light Vehicle stability control system off indicator light AUTO LSD indicator light Headlight high beam indic...

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Page 11: ...1 Cigarette lighter 231 Power outlet 231 Glove box 236 Garage door opener box 236 Auxiliary boxes 239 Rear console box 241 Cup holders 241 Bottle holders 243 Storage boxes 244 Flashlight holder 244 Se...

Page 12: ...switch between English U S Customary System and metric units of the outside temperature display Every time you push this button the dis play toggles through the following informa tion 1 Compass and o...

Page 13: ...ds Displays Directions N NE E SE S SW W NW North Northeast East Southeast South Southwest West Northwest The compass may not show the correct direction in the following conditions The vehicle is stopp...

Page 14: ...nction of the compass sensor CALIBRATING THE COMPASS deviation calibration The direction display on the compass deviates from the true direction deter mined by the earth s magnetic field The angle of...

Page 15: ...r After calibration leaving the system for several seconds returns to the compass mode CAUTION Do not adjust the display while the vehicle is moving Be sure to adjust the display only when the vehicle...

Page 16: ...ircling calibration just after you have purchased your Toyota And then always perform circling calibration after the battery has been removed re placed or disconnected Do not perform circling calibrat...

Page 17: ...heating up it automati cally pops out ready for use If the engine is not running the key must be in the ACC position Do not hold the cigarette lighter pressed in Use a Toyota genuine cigarette lighte...

Page 18: ...he vehicle is being driven the maximum capacity of the power outlet is always 115 VAC 100W When the vehicle is stationary the maximum capacity of the power outlet varies depending on the fol lowing co...

Page 19: ...lever is in the P or N posi tion Manual transmission models The shift lever is in the neutral position and the clutch pedal is not depressed 3 Make sure that the power consumption of the electric appl...

Page 20: ...ay Doing so may result in unexpected malfunctions or accidents which could cause serious damage or injuries Contact a Toyota dealer for any necessary repairs To prevent injuries and accidents se curel...

Page 21: ...power train components Do not use plug adaptors to con nect too many plugs to the power outlet If the power outlet is loose when an electrical appliance plug is con nected replace the outlet Contact...

Page 22: ...cessary contact a Toyota dealer Certain electrical appliances may cause radio noise LS10006 To open the glove box door pull the lever CAUTION To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or a...

Page 23: ...e square to back side of the transmitter near the center LS10009 Please note if transmitter has wire clip for sun visor this clip must be removed prior to adhesion of the Velcro LS10010 Place the tran...

Page 24: ...you can operate the transmitter by pushing the center panel of the cover LS10013 If the center panel does not contact your garage door opener transmitter Check to see if spacer is on the cor rect pin...

Page 25: ...of an accident or a sudden stop always keep the auxiliary box closed while driving Type A only As these holders are designed for holding a light object such as an eyeglass do not place any heavy objec...

Page 26: ...62U LS10016a Front Type C under the rear seat of access cab models LS10017a Front Type D under the rear seat of double cab models LS10019a Type E left side of bed LS10043 Type F right side of bed LS10...

Page 27: ...rs are designed for hold ing cups or drink cans securely Type A and B The cup holder can be adjustable to the size of the cups or drink cans by changing the holder posi tion and the arm position as sh...

Page 28: ...05 Prod OM35862U LS10028 Type A bench seat LS10027 Type B separate seats with automatic transmission LS10026 Type C separate seats with automatic transmission LS10025 Type D separate seats with manua...

Page 29: ...ON Do not attempt to use the holder for any other purpose for which it was intended Inappropriately sized or shaped objects may be thrown about in the compartment and possibly in jured people in the v...

Page 30: ...designed to place things like bottles The separator is detachable and it can be installed in various positions as required LS10044 The flashlight holder is designed to hold the flashlight securely Th...

Page 31: ...avoid serious injury Do not set up the seatback table while the vehicle is moving Do not sit on the seatback table NOTICE To prevent damage to the seat avoid putting heavy loads on the temporary tabl...

Page 32: ...recautions when loading luggage CAUTION To avoid personal injury keep the deck hooks folded when not in use LS10041a Deck rails To use the deck rails you must install genuine Toyota accessories or the...

Page 33: ...he rails Do not exceed a total tensile load of 200 kg 440 lb per deck rail To prevent luggage or cargo from sliding forward during braking make sure the deck rail accessories such as storage box are s...

Page 34: ...rail rotate the tie down cleat 90 and release the thumb wheel LS10058 3 Slide the cleat to the closest detent in the rail system You will feel that the locking plate snaps into a det ent LS10059a 4 T...

Page 35: ...cargo can cause injury when the vehicle is in motion Applying loads at an angle to the tie down cleat greater than 45 or loads greater than 100 kg 220 lb may cause damage to the deck deck rail system...

Page 36: ...Mar 05 Prod OM35862U LS10033 CAUTION Make sure the floor mat is properly placed on the floor carpet If the floor mat slips and interferes with the movement of the pedals during driv ing it may cause...

Page 37: ...U OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Keys and Doors Keys 12 Engine immobilizer system 15 Wireless remote control 16 Side doors 20 Access doors 23 Power windows 24 Rear window 27 Tailgate 27 Hood 29...

Page 38: ...ing down the key num ber and storing it in a safe place LS12039 Your vehicle is supplied with the two kinds of keys 1 Master keys black These keys work in every lock Your Toyota dealer will need one o...

Page 39: ...press the key ring against the key grip Otherwise the engine may not start or may stop soon after it starts LS12041 When starting the engine do not use the key with other transponder keys around inclu...

Page 40: ...hboard and hood under direct sunlight Do not put the key in water or wash it in an ultrasonic washer Do not use the key with electromag netic materials LS12043 KEY NUMBER PLATE Your key number is show...

Page 41: ...e indicator light does not start flash ing when the key is removed from the ignition switch The indicator light flashes inconsistent ly Inserting the registered key in the ignition switch automaticall...

Page 42: ...ould void the user s authority to operate the equip ment For vehicles sold in Canada This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this de...

Page 43: ...radio station or an airport which can interfere with normal operation of the transmitter The battery may be depleted Check the battery in the transmitter To replace the battery see Replacing battery...

Page 44: ...s unless either door is opened and closed For further information see Interior light on page 139 in Section 1 5 You have 30 seconds to open a door after using the wireless remote unlock feature If a d...

Page 45: ...l not to lose the components Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by a Toyota dealer Dispose of used batteries according to the local laws Replace the transmitter battery by follo...

Page 46: ...de when inserting the transmitter bat tery and that dust or oils do not adhere to the transmitter case Close the transmitter case securely After replacing the battery check that the transmitter operat...

Page 47: ...ob To lock Push the knob forward To unlock Pull the knob backward The front doors can be opened by pulling the inside handles even if the lock knobs are in the locked position CAUTION Do not pull the...

Page 48: ...s door or front passen ger s door and move the inside lock knobs of both front doors to the lock position then close the doors The power door lock switch can be reset in the following ways Turn the ig...

Page 49: ...ess to the rear seat open the access door rear door To open First open the front door widely Then pull from the outside or push from the inside the inside handle of the access door If you try to open...

Page 50: ...both front doors are closed they work for 43 seconds even after the ignition switch is turned off They stop working when either front door is opened The indicator light AUTO on the switch tells you th...

Page 51: ...omatic operation to open only Push the switch completely down and then release it The window will fully open To stop the window partway lightly pull the switch up and then release it LS12024 Access ca...

Page 52: ...access cab models passengers double cab models window cannot be operated CAUTION To avoid serious personal injury you must do the following Before you close the power win dows always make sure there...

Page 53: ...a small child can be involved in a serious accident LS12028a To open the rear window push the le ver and slide the window After closing the window make sure it is completely closed LS12029 To open th...

Page 54: ...ut 30 from vertical and pull up the right side of the tailgate to unhook the right side LS12032 3 Slide the tailgate a little to the right to unhook the left side To attach the tailgate follow the rem...

Page 55: ...uxiliary catch lever inside the engine compartment and lift the hood by inserting your finger through either the opening between the hood and grille or through the grille LS12035 3 Hold the hood open...

Page 56: ...door is on the left side of your vehicle LS12037 1 To open the fuel filler door pull the door toward out as shown When refueling turn off the engine CAUTION Do not smoke cause sparks or al low open fl...

Page 57: ...the cap is opened When installing the cap turn the cap clockwise until you hear a click When you hear the click the cap is fully closed If the cap is not tightened securely the malfunction indicator l...

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Page 59: ...ont seats 34 Flip over jump seats 40 Folding rear seats 41 Head restraints 42 Seat belts 43 SRS driver airbag and front passenger airbag 55 Passenger airbag manual on off switch 71 SRS side airbags an...

Page 60: ...or driver airbag is the first 50 75 mm 2 3 in of inflation placing yourself 250 mm 10 in from your driver airbag provides you with a clear margin of safety This distance is measured from the center of...

Page 61: ...ng correctly causing death or serious injury Do not modify or replace the seats or upholstery of the seats equipped with side airbags Such change may prevent the side airbag system from activating cor...

Page 62: ...d OM35862U While adjusting the seat do not put your hands under the seat or near the moving parts Otherwise your hands or fingers may be caught and injured LS13143 Separate seats LS13144a Bench seat 0...

Page 63: ...collision when the driver and the front passenger are sitting up straight and well back in the seats If you are reclined the lap belt may slide past your hips and apply re straint forces directly to t...

Page 64: ...ss pedal while the vehicle is moving LS13153 BEFORE FOLDING SEATBACK Make sure the center seat belt is removed from the guide when folding seatback CAUTION The seat belt passes through the guide when...

Page 65: ...and rear ward on the top of the seatback Failure to do so will prevent the seat belt from operating properly Make sure the seat belts are not twisted or caught in the seatback and are arranged in the...

Page 66: ...hen you set the seat as a temporary table NOTICE To prevent damage to the seat avoid putting heavy loads on the temporary table LS13147 To flip over the bottom cushion pull the lock release strap See...

Page 67: ...e the shoulder belt passes through the hanger when folding the rear seat This prevents the shoulder belt from being damaged CAUTION The seat belt must be removed from the hanger when the seat belt is...

Page 68: ...om cushions LS13152a 3 Fold down the seatback by pulling the lock release strap If desired each seatback can be folded down separately CAUTION To avoid serious injury do not sit on or place anything o...

Page 69: ...strongly urges that the driver and passengers in the vehicle be properly re strained at all times with the seat belts provided Failure to do so could increase the chance of injury and or the severity...

Page 70: ...e use of a seat belt Depending on the inju ry first check with your doctor for specific recommendations CAUTION Persons should ride in their seats properly wearing their seat belts whenever the vehicl...

Page 71: ...rd too quickly A slow easy motion will allow the belt to extend and you can move around freely When a passenger s shoulder belt is com pletely extended and is then retracted even slightly the belt is...

Page 72: ...high positioned lap belts and loose fitting belts could cause seri ous injuries due to sliding under the lap belt during a collision or other unintended event Keep the lap belt positioned as low on h...

Page 73: ...the amount of protection in an accident and cause serious injuries in a collision LS13090 To release the belt press the buckle release button and allow the belt to retract If the belt does not retrac...

Page 74: ...belt The two buckles for the center seat belt of the bench seat are distinguished with colors of the buckle release button Also the two tabs have different shape for its end so that the belt is not bu...

Page 75: ...the center seat belt of the bench seat with either buckle re leased Fastening only the shoulder belt or lap belt may cause severe per sonal injury in case of sudden brak ing or a collision LS13091a T...

Page 76: ...3097 If the seat belt extender has been connected to the driver s seat belt buckle without the driver actually wearing the seat belt the SRS driv er s airbag system will judge that the driver is weari...

Page 77: ...extender not on the seat belt This helps prevent damage to the vehicle interior and extend er itself Vehicles with separate seats As far as the seat belt extender on the front pas senger side is conc...

Page 78: ...belt pre tensioner may activate if luggage is put on the seat or the seat belt is buckled up regardless of the presence of an occu pant in the seat As for the front passen ger occupant classification...

Page 79: ...system or disable the system which could result in death or serious injury Con sult your Toyota dealer about any re pair and modification NOTICE Do not perform any of the following changes without co...

Page 80: ...is indicates a malfunction of the airbags or seat belt pretensioners Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible The light does not come on when the ignition key is turned to the ON posi tion or re...

Page 81: ...ted even with no passenger in the front seat Vehicles with separate seats The SRS front passenger airbag will not activate if there is no passenger sitting in the front passenger seat However the fron...

Page 82: ...estraint system see Child restraint on page 86 in this Section LS13142a Indicator light Bench seat LS13141a Indicator light Separate seats The passenger airbag system is equipped with a manual on off...

Page 83: ...ant to ride in the front seat so that the driver can constantly monitor the child s condition Child age 1 to 12 A child age 1 to 12 must ride in the front seat because Vehicle has no rear seat Althoug...

Page 84: ...es or goes under the bed of a truck etc It is possible that in some collisions where the forward deceleration of the ve hicle is very close to the designed thresh old level the SRS front airbags and s...

Page 85: ...airbag sensor The airbag sensors constantly monitor the forward deceleration of the vehicle If an impact results in a forward deceleration beyond the designed threshold level the system triggers the a...

Page 86: ...bag cover and inflator may be hot for several minutes after deployment so do not touch The airbags inflate only once The windshield may be damaged by absorbing some of the force of the inflat ing airb...

Page 87: ...nger airbag could inflate with considerable speed and force Anyone who is up against or very close to an airbag when it inflates can be killed or seriously injured Sit up straight and well back in the...

Page 88: ...ects in their arms or on their knees Do not modify or remove any wir ing Do not modify remove strike or open any components such as the steering wheel pad steering wheel column cover dashboard near th...

Page 89: ...erly This warning light system monitors the airbag sensor assembly front airbag sensors driver s seat position sensor driver s seat belt buckle switch front passenger occupant classification system an...

Page 90: ...r vehicle safety standards FMVSS208 The airbag system controls airbag deployment power for the driver and front passenger The driver airbag system consists of the driver seat s position sensor etc The...

Page 91: ...system Toyota strongly recommends that all in fants and children be placed in the rear seat of the vehicle and proper ly restrained The rear seat is the safest for infants and children For instruction...

Page 92: ...hard surface Landing hard or vehicle falling Falling into or jumping over a deep hole The SRS front airbags may also deploy if a serious impact occurs to the under side of your vehicle Some examples a...

Page 93: ...lly in the nature of minor burns or abrasions and swelling but the force of a deploying airbag can cause more seri ous injuries especially if an occupant s hands arms chest or head is in close proximi...

Page 94: ...nyone who is up against or very close to an airbag when it inflates can be killed or seriously injured Sit up straight and well back in the seat and always use your seat belt properly LS13162 Toyota s...

Page 95: ...hich could result in death or serious injury Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious injury Consult your Toyota dealer about any repair and modification If you wish to modi...

Page 96: ...of the following conditions occurs this indicates a malfunction of the airbags or seat belt pretensioners Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible The light does not come on when the ignition ke...

Page 97: ...le To turn the front passenger airbag on Vehicles with bench seat Turn the key clockwise to the ON posi tion At this time the ON indicator light comes on Vehicles with separate seats Turn the key cloc...

Page 98: ...on off switch is turned off the front passenger airbag will not in flate in a collision and turning off the front passenger airbag can re duce the occupant protection which your vehicle safety system...

Page 99: ...RS curtain shield airbags may acti vate even when the side airbags are not activated Always wear your seat belt properly CAUTION The SRS side airbag and curtain shield airbag system is designed only a...

Page 100: ...urtain shield airbag system may not activate if the vehicle is subjected to a collision from the side at certain angles or a collision to the side of the vehicle body other than the passenger compartm...

Page 101: ...occupant classification indicator light 8 Airbag sensor assembly 9 SRS warning light The SRS side airbag and curtain shield airbag system is controlled by the airbag sensor assembly In a severe side i...

Page 102: ...Improper sitting and wearing of the seat belts may not retain you inside the vehicle LS13132 Do not allow anyone to lean against the door when the vehicle is in use since the side airbag and curtain s...

Page 103: ...nds out of windows since the curtain shield airbags could inflate with considerable speed and force Otherwise he she may be killed or seriously injured Special care should be taken espe cially when yo...

Page 104: ...s which cover the parts where the side air bags inflate Such accessories may prevent the side airbags from acti vating correctly causing death or serious injury Do not modify or replace the seats or u...

Page 105: ...rbag sensors side and curtain shield airbag sensors curtain shield airbag sensors driver s seat position sensor driver s seat belt buckle switch front passenger occupant classification system and indi...

Page 106: ...a front passenger occupant classification sys tem This system detects the conditions 1 4 in the table on page 83 or 84 and based on these conditions activates or deactivates the following systems Fron...

Page 107: ...t passenger seatback is in contact with the rear seat or the back wall To ensure the system correctly detects an adult sitting in the front passenger seat make sure the above do not occur Make sure th...

Page 108: ...Prod OM35862U LS13140 The SRS warning light will come on and front passenger occupant classifi cation indicator light will indicate OFF if there is a malfunction in the front passenger occupant class...

Page 109: ...upied AUTO Not illuminated Off Off Deactivated 3 Unoccupied OFF OFF Off Off Deactivated 4 There is a malfunction in the AUTO OFF On Off Deactivated Activated malfunction in the system OFF OFF On Off D...

Page 110: ...ted Off Off Deactivated Activated Deactivated 4 There is a malfunction in the system OFF On Off Deactivated Activated 1 The system judges a person of adult size as an adult When a smaller adult sits i...

Page 111: ...on where it does not touches the rear seat Keep the front passenger seatback as upright as possible when the ve hicle is moving Reclining the seat back excessively may lessen the ef fectiveness of the...

Page 112: ...If a child is too large for a child restraint system the child should sit in the rear seat and must be restrained using the vehicle s seat belt See Seat belts on page 43 in this Section for details C...

Page 113: ...accident statistics the child is safer when properly restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat Never install a rear facing child re straint system on the front passen ger seat even if the fr...

Page 114: ...Install the child restraint system correctly following the instructions provided by its manufacturer General directions are also provided under the following illustrations The child restraint system...

Page 115: ...seat LS13002 B Convertible seat LS13003 C Booster seat LS13004a WHEN INSTALLING ON THE REAR SEAT access cab models Flip over the bottom cushion before installing the child restraint system 05 02 25 I...

Page 116: ...N Never install a rear facing child re straint system on the right front seat with the passenger airbag manual on off switch in the ON or AUTO position In the event of an accident the force of the rap...

Page 117: ...off CAUTION If you must install a rear facing child restraint system on the right front seat make sure that the front passen ger airbag manual on off switch is in the OFF position with the key re move...

Page 118: ...e not twisted Do not insert coins clips etc in the buckle as this may prevent your child from properly latching the tab and buckle If the seat belt does not function normally it cannot protect your ch...

Page 119: ...at secure ly LS13012 CAUTION Push and pull the child restraint sys tem in different directions to be sure it is secure Follow all the installation instructions provided by its manufac turer LS13013 4...

Page 120: ...as directions for installing the child restraint system LS13026 Bench seat LS13015 Separate seats CAUTION Rear facing child restraint system Never install a rear facing child re straint system on the...

Page 121: ...l a rear facing child restraint system on the right front seat make sure that the passenger airbag manual on off switch is in the OFF position with the key removed and that the indicator light is on C...

Page 122: ...h or around the convertible seat following the instructions provided by its manufacturer and insert the tab into the buckle taking care not to twist the belt Keep the lap portion of the belt tight CAU...

Page 123: ...he belt is in the lock mode before letting the belt retract LS13019 3 While pressing the convertible seat firmly against the seat cushion and seatback let the shoulder belt retract as far as it will g...

Page 124: ...ster seat must be used in for ward facing position only CAUTION A forward facing child restraint sys tem which belongs to a passenger risk group should never be installed on the right front seat with...

Page 125: ...se the child may be killed or seriously injured in case of sud den braking or a collision Both high positioned lap belts and loose fitting belts could cause death or serious injuries due to sliding un...

Page 126: ...ON Never install a rear facing child re straint system on the front passen ger seat even if the front passenger occupant classification indicator light indicates OFF In the event of an accident the im...

Page 127: ...3031 1 Run the lap and shoulder belt through or around the infant seat following the instructions provided by its manufactur er and insert the tab into the buckle taking care not to twist the belt Kee...

Page 128: ...e the belt is in the lock mode before letting the belt retract LS13033 3 While pressing the infant seat firmly against the seat cushion and seatback let the shoulder belt retract as far as it will go...

Page 129: ...the front passenger seat only when it is un avoidable Your vehicle is equipped with a front passenger occupant classification system In order to activate the occupant classification system correctly...

Page 130: ...y if the indicator light indicates ON remove the child restraint system and reinstall it with the ignition key in the ACC or LOCK position If the indicator light still indicates ON when the ignition k...

Page 131: ...seat only when it is unavoidable Always move the seat as far back as possible even if the front pas senger occupant classification indi cator light indicates OFF because the front passenger airbag co...

Page 132: ...40 1 Run the lap and shoulder belt through or around the convertible seat following the instructions provided by its manufacturer and insert the tab into the buckle taking care not to twist the belt K...

Page 133: ...he belt is in the lock mode before letting the belt retract LS13042 3 While pressing the convertible seat firmly against the seat cushion and seatback let the shoulder belt retract as far as it will g...

Page 134: ...45 C BOOSTER SEAT INSTALLATION A booster seat must be used in for ward facing position only LS13046 Move seat fully back CAUTION A forward facing child restraint sys tem should be allowed to be instal...

Page 135: ...rectly across the child s shoulder and that the lap belt is positioned as low as possible on the child s hips See Seat belts in this Section for details CAUTION Always make sure the shoulder belt is p...

Page 136: ...Toyota dealer immedi ately Do not install the child restraint system on the seat until the seat belt is fixed LS13048 2 To remove the booster seat press the buckle release button and allow the belt to...

Page 137: ...bol mark Routing device Separate seats Use the routing device and the anchor bracket on the back panel to attach the top strap Anchor brackets are installed for each passenger seating position This sy...

Page 138: ...rap through the routing device as shown in the il lustration Latch the hook onto the anchor bracket Return the seatback to upright posi tion LS13065b 4 Fix the child restraint system with the seat bel...

Page 139: ...Make sure the top strap is securely latched and check that the child restraint system is secure by push ing and pulling it in different direc tions Follow all the installation in structions provided b...

Page 140: ...tes the locations of user ready anchor bracket LS13072 Symbol mark TO USE THE ANCHOR BRACKET Front position 1 Remove the passenger head re straint Lightly push down on the top sur face of the anchor b...

Page 141: ...s manufacturer LS13074 3 Replace the head restraint Store the removed cover in a safe place such as the glove box Be sure to replace the cover when the anchor bracket is not in use LS13075 Symbol mark...

Page 142: ...hook onto the rear lower anchor bracket and tighten the top strap Store the removed covers in a safe place such as the glove box Be sure to replace the covers when the anchor bracket is not in use CA...

Page 143: ...rackets are installed for each rear seating position This symbol indicates the location of the anchor bracket LS13066 TO USE THE ANCHOR BRACKET 1 Remove the head restraint LS13067 2 Pull the seatback...

Page 144: ...ition make sure the seatback is securely locked by pushing forward and rearward on the top of the seatback Failure to do so will prevent the seat belt from operating properly Make sure the top strap i...

Page 145: ...hild restraint systems complying with the FMVSS213 or CMVSS213 specification can be fixed to these anchorages In this case it is not necessary to fix the child restraint system with a seat belt on the...

Page 146: ...m If your child restraint system has a top strap it should be anchored For the installation of the top strap see Using a top strap on page 110 in this Section For installation details refer to the ins...

Page 147: ...anchorages are located at the base of the seatback as shown in the illustra tion Child restraint systems complying with the FMVSS213 or CMVSS213 specification can be fixed to these anchorages In this...

Page 148: ...from Mar 05 Prod OM35862U LS13082 Canada only Front seat without seatback table type A LS13083 Canada only Front seat without seatback table type B LS13186 Canada only Front seat with seatback table...

Page 149: ...123 2005 TACOMA from Mar 05 Prod OM35862U LS13187 Canada only Front seat with seatback table type B LS13100 Canada only Rear seat type A LS13101 Canada only Rear seat type B 05 02 25...

Page 150: ...s the pres ence of a lower connector system If your child restraint system has a top strap it should be anchored For the installation of the top strap see Using a top strap on page 113 in this Section...

Page 151: ...en the seat cushion and seatback of both outside rear seats as shown in the illustration Child restraint systems complying with the FMVSS213 or CMVSS213 specification can be fixed with these anchorage...

Page 152: ...e Using a top strap on page 116 in this Section For installation details refer to the instruc tion manual equipped with each product CAUTION When using the lower anchorages for the child restraint sys...

Page 153: ...STRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Steering wheel and Mirrors Tilt and telescopic steering wheel 128 Outside rear view mirrors 128 Anti glare inside rear view mirror 130 Auto anti glare inside rear view mirror 13...

Page 154: ...cle and an accident may occur resulting in death or serious injuries After adjusting the steering wheel try moving it up and down to make sure it is locked in position LS14002 Adjust the mirror so tha...

Page 155: ...adjust a mirror use the switches 1 Master switch To select the mirror to be adjusted Push the switch to L left or R right 2 Control switch To move the mirror Push the switch in the desired direc tion...

Page 156: ...cle in the mir ror To reduce glare from the headlights of the vehicle behind you during night driving operate the lever on the lower edge of the mirror Daylight driving Lever at position 1 The reflect...

Page 157: ...or surface darkens slightly to reduce the reflected light To turn off the automatic function push the OFF switch To turn on the automatic function again push the AUTO switch Adjust it before driving s...

Page 158: ...remove it from the hook and swing it to the lateral side posi tion 2 Type B If glare comes from obliquely behind you extend the plate at the end of the visor position 3 CAUTION Type B Do not extend th...

Page 159: ...133 2005 TACOMA from Mar 05 Prod OM35862U Type A To use the vanity mirrors swing down the sun visor and slide the cover Type B To use the vanity mirror swing down the sun visor 05 02 25...

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Page 161: ...OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Lights and Wipers Headlights and turn signals 136 Emergency flashers 138 Instrument panel light control 138 Front fog lights 139 Interior light 139 Personal lights 140 Win...

Page 162: ...U S A The headlight low beam indicator light green light on the instru ment panel will tell you that the low beams are on Automatic light cut off system The lights automatically turn off when the driv...

Page 163: ...he lever away from you position 1 Pull the lever to ward you position 2 for low beams The headlight high beam indicator light blue light on the instrument panel will tell you that the high beams are o...

Page 164: ...ust be stopped where it might be a traffic hazard Always pull as far off the road as pos sible The turn signal light switch will not work when the emergency flashers are operat ing NOTICE To prevent t...

Page 165: ...UMINATED ENTRY SYSTEM When the switch is in the DOOR posi tion and any door is opened the light will come on After all the doors are closed the light remains on for about 15 seconds before fading out...

Page 166: ...he intermittent position position 1 Twist the band upward to increase the time between sweeps and downward to decrease it To squirt washer fluid pull the lever toward you and release it If the windshi...

Page 167: ...elease it To squirt washer fluid pull the lever toward you and release it For instructions on adding washer fluid see Adding washer fluid on page 363 in Section 7 3 In freezing weather warm the windsh...

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Page 169: ...ON OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Gauges Meters and Service reminder indicators Fuel gauge 144 Engine coolant temperature gauge 144 Tachometer 145 Odometer and two trip meters 145 Service reminder indica...

Page 170: ...e fuel gauge needle may fluctuate or the low fuel level warning light may come on earlier than usual If the fuel tank is completely empty the malfunction indicator lamp comes on Fill the fuel tank imm...

Page 171: ...e it while driving to select correct shift points and to prevent en gine lugging and over revving Driving with the engine running too fast causes excessive engine wear and poor fuel economy Remember i...

Page 172: ...quickly push and release the knob The meter display changes in the order from the odometer to trip meter A to trip meter B then back to the odometer each time you push To reset the trip meter A to ze...

Page 173: ...uzzer If parking brake is off stop immediately and contact Toyota dealer b indicator and buzzer Fasten driver s seat belt c Fasten front passenger s seat belt d Stop and check e Stop and check f Take...

Page 174: ...l warning light Fill up tank i or Take vehicle to Toyota dealer If brake system warning light is also on stop immediately and contact Toyota dealer j Take vehicle to Toyota dealer k Close all doors l...

Page 175: ...Without the vehicle stability control system If either of the following conditions occurs immediately stop your vehicle at a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer The light does not turn off even...

Page 176: ...Bench seat The light acts as a reminder to have the front passenger buckle up the seat belt Once the ignition key is turned to ON or START the reminder light flashes if a passenger sits in the front p...

Page 177: ...ank is empty refuel immedi ately Loose fuel tank cap If the fuel tank cap is loose securely tighten it These cases are temporary malfunctions The malfunction indicator lamp will go off after taking se...

Page 178: ...reading shown For details see Odometer and two trip meters on page 145 in this Sec tion 2 Turn the ignition key to the ON posi tion while holding down the trip meter reset knob Hold down the knob for...

Page 179: ...eafter if either of the systems malfunctions the light comes on again When the ABS warning light is on and the brake system warning light is off the following systems do not operate but the brake syst...

Page 180: ...ng Vehicle stability control system Traction control system AUTO LSD system Downhill assist control system Hill start assist control system Four wheel drive models and two wheel drive models with the...

Page 181: ...rs this indicates a malfunction somewhere in the parts monitored by the warning light system Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle The light does not come on when the i...

Page 182: ...nt reminder light ABS warning light VSC TRAC warning light VSC OFF indicator light AUTO LSD indicator light Slip indicator light Downhill assist control system indicator light The SRS warning light go...

Page 183: ...158 Automatic transmission 159 Manual transmission 167 Four wheel drive system 169 Traction control system 173 AUTO LSD system 175 Vehicle stability control system 177 Downhill assist control system 1...

Page 184: ...th engine immobilizer system Once you remove the key the engine im mobilizer system is automatically set See Engine immobilizer system on page 15 in Section 1 2 When starting the engine the key may se...

Page 185: ...in ON position a Selector lever The shift position is also displayed on the instrument cluster P Parking engine starting and key re moval R Reverse N Neutral D Normal driving shifting into overdrive p...

Page 186: ...our wheel drive system on page 169 in this Section for information of the front drive control CAUTION Never put your foot on the accelera tor pedal while shifting 3 Release the parking brake and brake...

Page 187: ...could cause the vehicle to skid or spin d Using 3 2 and L positions The 3 2 and L positions are used for strong engine braking as described pre viously With the selector lever in 3 2 or L you can star...

Page 188: ...lever to the P posi tion CAUTION Never attempt to move the selector lever into P position under any cir cumstances while the vehicle is mov ing Serious mechanical damage and loss of vehicle control m...

Page 189: ...r le ver out of P position If you cannot shift the selector lever from the P position even though the brake pedal is depressed use the shift lock override button For instructions see If you cannot shi...

Page 190: ...in ON position a Selector lever The shift position is also displayed on the instrument cluster P Parking engine starting and key re moval R Reverse N Neutral D Normal driving shifting into overdrive...

Page 191: ...ed drops down to or lower than 119 km h 74 mph and stronger engine braking will be en abled Shift into the L position The trans mission will downshift to first gear when the vehicle speed drops down t...

Page 192: ...and loss of vehicle control may result g Good driving practice If the transmission repeatedly shifts up and down between third gear and over drive when climbing a gentle slope shift the selector leve...

Page 193: ...upshifting or downshifting is easy For the best compromise between fuel economy and vehicle performance you should upshift or downshift at the following speeds 5 speed models gear km h mph 1 to 2 or 2...

Page 194: ...h mph H2 or H4 L4 1 48 30 18 11 2 92 57 36 22 3 133 82 51 32 4 190 118 74 46 6 speed models gear km h mph H2 or H4 L4 1 49 30 19 11 2 93 58 36 22 3 137 85 53 33 4 171 106 66 41 5 204 127 79 49 NOTICE...

Page 195: ...ion than two wheel drive With the vehicle stability control system In this mode the vehicle stability control system is off See Vehicle stability control system on page 177 in this Section L4 low spee...

Page 196: ...is not in H4 mode Stop the ve hicle or reduce the vehicle speed to less than 100 km h 62 mph Operate the switch knob again CAUTION Never operate the front drive control switch knob if the wheels are...

Page 197: ...e a trouble in the four wheel drive system CAUTION Never operate the front drive control switch knob if the wheels are slip ping Stop the slipping or spinning before operating SHIFTING BETWEEN H2 AND...

Page 198: ...to a complete stop with the brake pedal held down with your foot shift the automatic transmission selector lever into N and push and turn the front drive control switch knob fully clockwise To shift...

Page 199: ...uring the ordi nary driving so that it can operate when needed You may hear a sound in the engine compartment for a few seconds when the engine is started or just after the vehicle begins to move This...

Page 200: ...At this time the traction control system does not oper ate LS17017 VSC TRAC warning light This light warns that there is a problem somewhere in the following Traction control system Vehicle stability...

Page 201: ...o not use the AUTO LSD system in conditions other than the above A much greater steering effort and more careful cornering control will be re quired LS17014 To activate the system push the AUTO LSD sw...

Page 202: ...of the follow ing systems under conditions such as on slippery roads AUTO LSD system Traction control system Hill start assist control system If the brake actuator temperature becomes too high while a...

Page 203: ...n the following cases contact your Toyota dealer The warning light does not come on after the ignition key is turned to ON The warning light remains on after the ignition key is turned to ON The warni...

Page 204: ...d replacing tires on page 353 in Section 7 2 LS17007 If the vehicle is going to skid during driv ing the slip indicator light blinks and an alarm sounds intermittently Special care should be taken whi...

Page 205: ...he ignition key is turned to ON It is normal if they go out after a while Depressing the brake pedal repeatedly may turn on the light It is normal if they go out after a few seconds If the light comes...

Page 206: ...he L4 position The system does not operate when the front drive control switch knob is in the H2 or H4 position or the rear differen tial is locked 2 In order to make full use of the en gine brake put...

Page 207: ...ht will flash and a buzzer will sound intermittently When the temperature of the brake actuator de creases the system will begin to operate again Until it restarts the traction control system and hill...

Page 208: ...driv ing the system does not work However as normal braking operates when being applied it is no problem to continue your driving In the following cases contact your Toyota dealer The warning light d...

Page 209: ...ator light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition key is turned to ON If the indicator light does not come on when the ignition is turned on contact your Toyota dealer Keep in mind the following...

Page 210: ...e slip indicator light goes out LS17017 If there is any abnormality in the sys tem the VSC TRAC warning light will come on If the system malfunctions the VSC TRAC warning light will come on If the VSC...

Page 211: ...itionally use the rear differential lock system CAUTION Do not use the rear differential lock in the conditions other than above Large steering effort and careful cor nering control will be required L...

Page 212: ...k is engaged result ing in an accident This may also lead to possible damage to differen tial lock component parts Do not drive over 8 km h 5 mph when the differential is locked To unlock the differen...

Page 213: ...off the accelerator pedal Your cruising speed can be maintained up or down grades within the limits of engine performance although a slight speed change may occur when driving up or down the grades O...

Page 214: ...he preset speed by a Pulling the lever in the CANCEL direction and releasing it b Depressing the brake pedal c Depressing the clutch pedal manual transmission d Pushing ON OFF switch If cancelled by a...

Page 215: ...n ve hicle speed falls below about 40 km h 25 mph the preset speed will be resumed when vehicle speed exceeds about 40 km h 25 mph again CRUISE CONTROL FAILURE WARNING If the CRUISE indicator light in...

Page 216: ...90 2005 TACOMA from Mar 05 Prod OM35862U Never use the switch for normal engine starting Be sure to follow the starting procedure instructed in How to start the engine on page 282 in Section 3 05 02 2...

Page 217: ...5 TACOMA from Mar 05 Prod OM35862U OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Audio system Reference 192 Using your audio system 193 Audio remote controls 211 Audio system operating hints 212 05 02 25 SECT...

Page 218: ...OM35862U LS18001 Type 1 AM FM radio compact disc player with compact disc changer controller LS18003 Type 2 AM FM radio compact disc player with changer LS18005 Type 3 AM FM radio compact disc player...

Page 219: ...to you is largely determined by the mix of the treble midrange type 3 and bass levels In fact different kinds of music and vocal programs usually sound better with different mixes of treble midrange a...

Page 220: ...sc in with the label side up This compact disc player can store up to six discs The player will play from track 1 through to the end of the disc Then it will play from track 1 of the next disc The pla...

Page 221: ...195 2005 TACOMA from Mar 05 Prod OM35862U Details of specific buttons controls and features are described in the alphabetical list that follows 05 02 25 Controls and features Type 1 LS18002...

Page 222: ...time you push the AUDIO CONTROL knob the mode changes To adjust the tone and balance turn the knob BAS Adjusts low pitched tones The dis play ranges from 5 to 5 TRE Adjusts high pitched tones The dis...

Page 223: ...d the player will perform the tracks on the disc you are listening to in random order To turn off the random fea ture push this button again With compact disc changer only To play all the tracks in th...

Page 224: ...isplay and the player will scan all the tracks on the disc you are listening to To stop scanning push this button again If the player scanned all the tracks on the disc it will stop scanning With comp...

Page 225: ...compact disc that contains text data To change the display quickly push and release the TEXT button while the com pact disc is playing The display changes in the order from the elapsed time to disc ti...

Page 226: ...200 2005 TACOMA from Mar 05 Prod OM35862U Details of specific buttons controls and features are described in the alphabetical list that follows 05 02 25 Type 2 LS18004...

Page 227: ...et button 5 to fast forward or reverse within a compact disc When you release the button the compact disc play er will resume playing AM Push the AM button to turn on the radio and select the AM band...

Page 228: ...first compact disc After the disc is loaded the shutter of the slot will close After a few seconds the shutter will auto matically open again so the next disc can be inserted The same process can be a...

Page 229: ...n To scan all the frequencies Quickly push and release the SCAN but ton The radio will find the next station up the station band stay there for 5 seconds and then scan again to the next station To sto...

Page 230: ...g noise If the signal becomes extremely weak the radio switches from stereo to mono recep tion TEXT This button is used to change the display for the compact disc that contains text data To change the...

Page 231: ...205 2005 TACOMA from Mar 05 Prod OM35862U Details of specific buttons controls and features are described in the alphabetical list that follows 05 02 25 Type 3 LS18006...

Page 232: ...e the eject but ton To eject all discs at a time press and hold the eject button until you hear a beep The last compact disc played before pushing the button will be ejected first If the ejected disc...

Page 233: ...button 4 until the number of the disc you want to listen appears on the display FM1 2 Push the FM1 2 button to turn on the radio and select the FM band FM1 or FM2 will appear on the display This syste...

Page 234: ...ou can either replay a disc track or a whole com pact disc Repeating a track Quickly push and release RPT preset button 2 while the track is playing will appear on the display When the track ends it w...

Page 235: ...of the track you want to listen to appears on the display If you want to return to the begin ning of the current track quickly push the down side of the button one time ST Stereo reception display You...

Page 236: ...on If no traffic program station is found NO TRAF INFO appears on the display for a few seconds and the display returns to the previous mode TUNE Tuning Turn the TUNE knob clockwise to step up the fre...

Page 237: ...the audio system can be adjusted using the switches on the steer ing wheel Details of the specific switches controls and features are described below 1 Volume control switch 2 switch 3 MODE switch 05...

Page 238: ...k push the side of the switch once quickly With compact disc changer only Push and hold the or side of the switch until the disc you want to listen to is set 3 MODE switch Push MODE switch to select a...

Page 239: ...ally at night These reflected signals can interfere with those received directly from the radio sta tion causing the radio station to sound alternately strong and weak Station interference When a refl...

Page 240: ...t discs marked as shown above The following products may not be playable on your compact disc player Copy protected CD CD R CD Recordable CD RW CD Re writable CD ROM Special shaped discs Z17058 Transp...

Page 241: ...icularly on the shiny side Dirt scratches warping pin holes or other disc damage could cause the player to skip or to repeat a section of a track To see a pin hole hold the disc up to the light Remove...

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Page 243: ...5 TACOMA from Mar 05 Prod OM35862U OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Air conditioning system Controls 218 Air flow selector settings 221 Operating tips 221 Instrument panel vents 224 05 02 25 SECT...

Page 244: ...218 2005 TACOMA from Mar 05 Prod OM35862U 1 Fan speed selector 2 Temperature selector 3 Air flow selector 4 Air intake selector 5 A C button on some models 05 02 25 Controls LS19001...

Page 245: ...In this position air intake selector mode changes to FRESH automatically to clear the windshield quickly If you want to return the setting to RECIRCU LATE mode press the air intake selec tor button on...

Page 246: ...h indicator light is off Draws outside air into the system To prevent fogging up of the windshield the air intake mode may change automati cally to FRESH depending on the condi tion of the air conditi...

Page 247: ...ifference in air temperature on the inside and outside of the windshield Keep the area under the front seats clear to allow air to circulate through out the vehicle On cold days set the fan speed to h...

Page 248: ...recirculated air for a few minutes To keep the windows from fogging select fresh af ter the vehicle interior has been warmed Press the A C button on for dehumidi fied heating Choose floor windshield a...

Page 249: ...quickly On humid days do not blow cold air on the windshield the difference be tween the outside and inside tempera tures could make the fogging worse Defrosting Condition Moisture is on the outside...

Page 250: ...Center vents If air flow control is not satisfactory check the instrument panel vents The instrument panel vents may be opened or closed as shown LS19005 1 Side vents 2 Center vents You can change air...

Page 251: ...ries 256 Three way catalytic converters 256 Engine exhaust cautions 257 Facts about engine oil consumption 258 Iridium tipped spark plugs 259 Brake system 259 Brake pad wear limit indicators 265 Rear...

Page 252: ...d conditions Therefore sharp turns at excessive speeds may cause rollover CAUTION Always observe the following precau tions to minimize the risk of serious personal injury or damage to your ve hicle I...

Page 253: ...rottle acceleration when starting and driving Avoid racing the engine Try to avoid hard stops during the first 300 km 200 miles Do not drive slowly with the manual transmission in a high gear Do not d...

Page 254: ...ever all gasoline sold in the U S contains detergent additives to keep clean and or clean intake systems QUALITY GASOLINE Automotive manufacturers in the U S Europe and Japan have developed a specific...

Page 255: ...t your Toyota dealer NOTICE Do not use gasohol other than stated above It will cause fuel sys tem damage or vehicle performance problems If driveability problems occur poor hot starting vaporizing eng...

Page 256: ...engine The three way catalytic converter is an emission control device installed in the exhaust system The purpose is to reduce pollutants in the exhaust gas CAUTION Keep people and combustible mate...

Page 257: ...oyota dealer knows your vehicle and its three way catalytic converter sys tem best To ensure that the three way cata lytic converter and the entire emis sion control system operate proper ly your vehi...

Page 258: ...g sucks some of this oil into the combustion chamber This oil as well as some part of the oil film left on the cylinder wall is burned by the high temperature combustion gases during the combustion pr...

Page 259: ...ipped spark plugs and do not adjust gaps for your en gine performance and smooth drive ability Without the vehicle stability control system The tandem master cylinder brake system is a hydraulic syste...

Page 260: ...system warning light comes on and buzzer sounds continuous ly In this case the brakes may not work properly If they do not work well depress the brake pedal firmly If the brake system warning light co...

Page 261: ...the anti lock brake system is in the self check mode and does not indicate a malfunction When the anti lock brake system is ac tivated the following conditions may occur They do not indicate a malfunc...

Page 262: ...ti lock brake system works properly the light turns off after a few seconds There after if the system malfunctions the light comes on again When the ABS warning light is on and the brake system warnin...

Page 263: ...arning light is on and the brake system warning light is off the following systems do not operate but the brake system still operates conventionally Anti lock brake system Brake assist system Traction...

Page 264: ...e assist system the ve hicle stability control system the trac tion control system the downhill assist control system and the hill start assist control system do not operate BRAKE ASSIST SYSTEM When y...

Page 265: ...p bumper Do not stand on the rear step bumper while the vehicle is moving Some Toyotas are equipped with a limit ed slip differential If one of the rear wheels begins to spin the limited slip dif fere...

Page 266: ...can be seen through the windshield from outside This is the primary identification number for your Toyota It is used in registering the ownership of your vehicle LS20008 Regular and double cab models...

Page 267: ...Mar 05 Prod OM35862U The vehicle identification number VIN is also on the Certification Label LS20012 2TR FE engine LS20011 1GR FE engine The engine number is stamped on the engine block as shown 05...

Page 268: ...is applied to a surface any attempt to remove it will result in destroy ing the integrity of the label Transferring these labels intact from one part to anoth er will be impossible NOTICE You should...

Page 269: ...ing For details see Uniform tire quality grading on page 272 4 The location of the tread wear indicators For details see Checking and replacing tires on page 353 5 Tire ply composition and mate rials...

Page 270: ...recom mended cold tire inflation pressure see Tires on page 387 10 Summer tire or all season tire An all season tire has M S on the sidewall The tire not marked with M S is a summer tire For details...

Page 271: ...o section width 4 Tire construction code R Radial D Diagonal 5 Wheel diameter in inches 6 Load index 2 digits or 3 digits 7 Speed symbol alphabet with one letter SU21026a 1 Section width 2 Tire height...

Page 272: ...rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested un der controlled conditions on a speci fied government test course For ex ample a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 1 2 times as well...

Page 273: ...and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C cor responds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No...

Page 274: ...of automatic transmission power steering power brakes power windows power seats radio and heater to the extent that these items are available as factory installed equipment whether installed or not C...

Page 275: ...me molding on the other sidewall of the tire or Intended outboard sidewall deeper than the same molding on the other sidewall of the tire or B the outward facing sidewall of an asymmetrical tire that...

Page 276: ...ed in accordance with Table 1 that follows and dividing by two Weather side the surface area of the rim not covered by the inflated tire Table 1 Occupant loading and distribution for vehicle normal lo...

Page 277: ...tal 5 Front 2 Rear 3 Seating capacity means the maximum number of occupants whose esti mated average weight is 68 kg 150 lb per person Depending on the weight of each person the seating ca pacity give...

Page 278: ...objects left on top of the instrument panel They may interfere with the driver s field of view Or they may move during sharp vehicle acceleration or turning and im pair the driver s control of the ve...

Page 279: ...s follows B kg lb A kg lb C kg lb From this condition if 3 more passen gers with the combined weight of D kg lb get on the available cargo and luggage load will be reduced E kg lb as follows C kg lb D...

Page 280: ...de better traction in snow and to be adequate for driving in most winter conditions as well as for use all year round All season tires however do not have adequate traction performance compared with s...

Page 281: ...riving Before starting the engine 282 How to start the engine 282 Tips for driving in various conditions 283 Off road driving precautions 284 Winter driving tips 286 Dinghy towing 287 Trailer towing 2...

Page 282: ...rom operating if the selector lever is in any drive position 4 Automatic transmission only De press the brake pedal and hold it to the floor until driving off Before starting the engine be sure to fol...

Page 283: ...g brake and place the transmis sion in P automatic or in first or reverse manual If necessary block the wheels Washing your vehicle or driving through deep water may get the brakes wet To see whether...

Page 284: ...are high speed capability tires or not before driving at such speeds Do not continue normal driving when the brakes are wet If they are wet your vehicle will require a longer stopping distance and it...

Page 285: ...antly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt Therefore the driver and all passengers should fasten their seat belts whenever the vehicle is mov ing When driving off road or in rugged ter...

Page 286: ...of 55 coolant and 45 deionized water This coolant pro vides protection down to about 42 C 44 F NOTICE Do not use plain water alone Check the condition of the battery and cables Cold temperatures redu...

Page 287: ...esigned to be dinghy towed with four wheels on the ground behind a motorhome NOTICE Do not tow your vehicle with four wheels on the ground This may cause serious damage to your vehicle Your vehicle is...

Page 288: ...over 907 kg 2000 lb it is nec essary to use a sway control device with sufficient capacity The com bination of the gross trailer weight added to the total weight of the vehicle occupants and vehicle...

Page 289: ...he maxi mum weight rating of the particular hitch assembly and never exceed the maximum weight rating speci fied for the trailer hitch Exceeding the maximum weight rating set by the trailer hitch manu...

Page 290: ...oad should be distributed so that the tongue load is 9 to 11 of the total trailer weight not exceeding the maximum load of the following Without towing package 158 kg 350 lb With towing package 294 kg...

Page 291: ...recommends removing the trail er hitch whenever you are not towing a trailer to reduce the possibility of additional damage caused by the hitch if your vehicle is struck from behind After removing th...

Page 292: ...trailer ball load rating should be printed on the top of the ball 3 When mounted in the ball mount the threaded ball shank must protrude be yond the bottom of the lock washer and nut at least 2 thread...

Page 293: ...e trailer Leave sufficient slack in the chain for turns The chain should cross under the trailer tongue to prevent the tongue from dropping to the ground in case it becomes dam aged or separated For c...

Page 294: ...rcuit is packed together with the sub wire har ness Be sure to position the trailer brake con troller where it does not prevent the driver from operating the pedal Toyota recommends that the sub wire...

Page 295: ...miles of trailer driving PRE TOWING SAFETY CHECK Check that your vehicle remains level when a loaded or unloaded trailer is hitched Do not drive if the vehicle has an abnormal nose up or nose down co...

Page 296: ...ncrease speed Steer straight ahead If you make no extreme correction with the steering or brakes the vehicle and trailer will stabilize Be careful when passing other ve hicles Passing requires conside...

Page 297: ...erheat and result in reduced braking effi ciency Improving fuel economy is easy just take it easy It will help make your vehicle last longer too Here are some specific tips on how to save money on bot...

Page 298: ...r you drive the greater the fuel consumption By reducing your speed you will cut down on fuel con sumption Keep the front wheels in proper alignment Avoid hitting the curb and slow down on rough roads...

Page 299: ...ile driving 303 If you cannot increase engine speed 304 If your vehicle overheats 304 If you have a flat tire 305 If your vehicle becomes stuck 315 If your vehicle needs to be towed 315 If you cannot...

Page 300: ...e ve hicle It may damage the vehicle or cause a collision when the engine starts Also the three way catalytic converter may overheat and become a fire hazard If the engine turns over at its normal spe...

Page 301: ...produced by a battery will explode if a flame or spark is brought near Use only standardized jumper cables and do not smoke or light a match while jump starting NOTICE The battery used for boosting mu...

Page 302: ...ble to the positive terminal on the booster battery LS40035 Discharged battery Negative terminal mark Jumper cable Booster battery c Connect the clamp of the negative black jumper cable to the negativ...

Page 303: ...is not apparent for example lights left on you should have it checked at your Toyota dealer If the first start attempt is not success ful Check that the clamp on the jumper cables are tight Recharge...

Page 304: ...ng used 2 If coolant or steam is boiling out of the radiator or reservoir stop the engine Wait until the steam subsides before opening the hood If there is no coolant boiling over or steam leave the e...

Page 305: ...a highway Park on a level spot with firm ground 2 Stop the engine and turn on your emergency flashers 3 Firmly set the parking brake and put the transmission in P auto matic or reverse manual 4 Have...

Page 306: ...the jack only for lifting your vehicle during wheel changing Do not raise the vehicle with someone in the vehicle When raising the vehicle do not place any objects on top of or underneath the jack Rai...

Page 307: ...curely by the tightening strap LS40036 Turn the jack joint by hand To remove Turn the joint in direction 1 until the jack is free To store Turn the joint in direction 2 until the jack is firmly secure...

Page 308: ...of the wheel facing up Then secure the tire taking care that the tire goes straight up without catching on any other part to prevent it from flying forward during a collision or sudden braking LS4000...

Page 309: ...e wheel nuts before raising the vehicle Turn the wheel nuts counterclockwise to loosen To get maximum leverage fit the wrench to the nut so that the handle is on the right side as shown above Grab the...

Page 310: ...d togeth er as shown in the illustration 1 Jack handle end 2 Jack handle extension 3 Wheel nut wrench CAUTION Make sure they are each securely fixed with screws LS40037 Front of vehicle 6 After making...

Page 311: ...e fit and turn it clock wise with the handle As the jack touches the vehicle and begins to lift double check that it is properly posi tioned CAUTION Never get under the vehicle when the vehicle is sup...

Page 312: ...driving LS40018a 9 Reinstall all the wheel nuts fin ger tight Reinstall the wheel nuts tapered end inward and tighten them as much as you can by hand Press back on the tire back and see if you can tig...

Page 313: ...hammer pipe or your foot Make sure the wrench is securely en gaged over the nut Tighten each nut a little at a time in the order shown Repeat the process until all the nuts are tight CAUTION When lowe...

Page 314: ...ave a new one put on as soon as possible 13 Restow all the tools jack and flat tire securely With a spare tire of the same wheel type as the installed tires As soon after changing wheels as possible t...

Page 315: ...e any where near the vehicle During the rocking operation the vehicle may suddenly move forward or backward as it becomes unstuck causing injury or damage to nearby people or ob jects NOTICE If you ro...

Page 316: ...hicle can be damaged if it is towed incorrectly Although most operators know the correct procedure it is possible to make a mistake To avoid damage to your vehicle make sure the following pre cautions...

Page 317: ...If you do not use a tow ing dolly release the parking brake put the transmission in neutral and the front drive control switch knob in H2 Automatic transmission Use a towing dolly under the rear whee...

Page 318: ...elet otherwise your vehicle may be dam aged A driver must be in the vehicle to steer it and operate the brakes Towing in this manner may be done only on hard surfaced roads for a short dis tance and a...

Page 319: ...front of the vehicle Use ex treme caution when towing the vehicle NOTICE Only use specified towing hook otherwise your vehicle may be dam aged A driver must be in the vehicle to steer it and operate t...

Page 320: ...the hook Apply steady and even force To avoid damaging the hook and eye let do not pull from the side or at a vertical angle Always pull straight ahead CAUTION If the emergency towing hook is used to...

Page 321: ...other positions even though the brake pedal is de pressed use the shift lock override but ton as follows 1 Turn the ignition key to LOCK position Make sure the parking brake is applied 2 Pry up the c...

Page 322: ...their special tools If you must break a window to get in we suggest breaking the smallest side window be cause it is the least expensive to replace Be extremely cautious to avoid cuts from the glass...

Page 323: ...r 05 Prod OM35862U CORROSION PREVENTION AND APPEARANCE CARE Corrosion prevention and appearance care Protecting your Toyota from corrosion 324 Washing and waxing your Toyota 325 Cleaning the interior...

Page 324: ...es the necessity to keep your vehicle particularly the underside as clean as possible and to repair any dam age to paint or protective coatings as soon as possible To help prevent corrosion on your To...

Page 325: ...and parts Wash your vehicle as soon as pos sible When driving in a coastal area When driving on a road sprinkled with antifreeze When exposed to coal tar tree sap bird droppings and carcass of an inse...

Page 326: ...well 1 Always wash and dry the vehicle be fore you begin waxing even if you are using a combined cleaner and wax 2 Use a good quality polish and wax If the finish has become extremely weath ered use...

Page 327: ...e which work well Follow the manufacturer s instructions NOTICE Do not use solvent thinner gasoline or window cleaner on the interior Carpets Use a good foam type shampoo to clean the carpets Begin by...

Page 328: ...o dry in a venti lated shaded area NOTICE If a stain should fail to come out with a neutral detergent apply a cleaner that does not contain an organic solvent Never use organic substances such as benz...

Page 329: ...e and care Maintenance requirements 330 General maintenance 331 Does your vehicle need repairing 333 Emissions Inspection and Maintenance I M programs 334 For scheduled maintenance information please...

Page 330: ...r s Manual Supplement It is recommended that any replacement parts used for maintenance or for the repair of the emission control system be Toyota supplied The owner may elect to use non Toyota suppli...

Page 331: ...en gine IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT Items listed below should be checked from time to time e g each time when refueling Washer fluid Make sure there is sufficient fluid in the tank See page 363 in Sect...

Page 332: ...tback bench seat and rear seatback rear split bench seat check that the latches lock securely Seat belts Check that the seat belt system such as buckles retractors and anchors operate properly and smo...

Page 333: ...changes in perfor mance sounds and visual tip offs that indicate service is needed Some impor tant clues are as follows Engine missing stumbling or pinging Appreciable loss of power Strange engine no...

Page 334: ...t been set in the OBD system Readiness codes are automatically set during ordinary driving However when the battery is disconnected or run down the codes are erased Also depending on your driving habi...

Page 335: ...05 TACOMA from Mar 05 Prod OM35862U DO IT YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Introduction Engine compartment overview 336 Fuse locations 338 Do it yourself service precautions 338 Parts and tools 340 05 02 25 SECTI...

Page 336: ...her fluid tank 2 Engine coolant reservoir 3 Engine oil filler cap 4 Power steering fluid reservoir 5 Engine oil level dipstick 6 Brake fluid reservoir 7 Fuse block 8 Battery 9 Condenser 10 Radiator 05...

Page 337: ...Windshield washer fluid tank 2 Power steering fluid reservoir 3 Engine oil level dipstick 4 Engine coolant reservoir 5 Engine oil filler cap 6 Brake fluid reservoir 7 Fuse block 8 Battery 9 Condenser...

Page 338: ...y statement for details and suggestions This Section gives instructions only for those items that are relatively easy for an owner to perform As explained in Section 6 there are still a number of item...

Page 339: ...n to avoid prolonged and repeated contact with it To re move used engine oil from your skin wash thoroughly with soap and water Do not leave used oil within the reach of children Dispose of used oil a...

Page 340: ...age 344 in Section 7 2 for de tails about engine oil selection Tools Rag or paper towel Funnel only for adding oil CHECKING THE ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL Parts if level is low Toyota Super Long Life Coolan...

Page 341: ...with same amperage rating as original ADDING WASHER FLUID Parts Water Washer fluid containing antifreeze for winter use Tools Funnel REPLACING LIGHT BULBS Parts Bulb with same number and wattage ratin...

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Page 343: ...g the engine coolant level 346 Checking the radiator and condenser 347 Checking brake fluid 347 Checking power steering fluid 349 Checking tire inflation pressure 350 Checking and replacing tires 353...

Page 344: ...anifold NOTICE Be careful not to drop engine oil on the vehicle components If the oil level is below or only slightly above the low level add engine oil of the same type as already in the engine Remov...

Page 345: ...5W 30 at the next oil change API service symbol ILSAC certification mark Oil identification marks Either or both API registered marks are added to some oil containers to help you select the oil you s...

Page 346: ...heck the radiator hoses radiator cap and drain cock and water pump If you can find no leak have your Toyota dealer test the cap pressure and check for leaks in the cooling system CAUTION To prevent bu...

Page 347: ...icle to a Toyota dealer CAUTION To prevent burning yourself be care ful not to touch the radiator or con denser when the engine is hot NOTICE To prevent damage to the radiator and condenser do not per...

Page 348: ...to go down slightly as the brake pads wear or when the fluid level in the accumulator is high If the reservoir needs frequent refilling it may indicate a serious mechanical prob lem If the level is lo...

Page 349: ...is hot the fluid level should be in the HOT range If the level is at the low side of either range add automatic transmission fluid DEXRON II or III to bring the level within the range e After replacin...

Page 350: ...I or III to bring the level within the range To remove the reservoir cap turn it coun terclockwise and lift up To reinstall it turn it clockwise After replacing the reser voir cap visually check the s...

Page 351: ...sures tire sizes and the com bined weight of occupants and cargo payload are described on page 374 in Section 8 They are also described on the tire and loading information la bel Either type A or type...

Page 352: ...PROCEDURE 1 Remove the tire valve cap 2 Press the tip of the tire pressure gauge to the tire valve 3 Read the pressure using the grad uations of the gauge 4 In case the tire inflation pressure is not...

Page 353: ...ling of the tire bead Wheel deformation and or tire separation A greater possibility of tire damage from road hazards High tire pressure overinfla tion Poor handling Excessive wear Uneven wear A great...

Page 354: ...tire beyond repair Any tires which are over 6 years old must be checked by a qualified technician even if damage is not obvious Tires deteriorate with age even if they have never or seldom been used T...

Page 355: ...ics resulting in loss of control Four wheel drive models Do not use tires of different brands sizes construction or tread patterns as this may cause dangerous handling characteristics resulting in los...

Page 356: ...of balance wheels or severe braking WHEN TO USE SNOW TIRES OR CHAINS Snow tires or chains are recommended when driving on snow or ice On wet or dry roads conventional tires provide better traction tha...

Page 357: ...of cross chain 6 3 0 25 Regulations regarding the use of tire chains vary according to location or type of road so always check local reg ulations before installing chains NOTICE If the wrong combinat...

Page 358: ...e and therefore should not be used Never use an inner tube in a leaking wheel which is designed for a tubeless tire CAUTION Observe the following instructions Otherwise an accident may occur re sultin...

Page 359: ...od OM35862U DO IT YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Electrical components Checking battery condition 360 Battery recharging precautions 361 Checking and replacing fuses 362 Adding washer fluid 363 Replacing light...

Page 360: ...cal attention immediately If electrolyte gets on your clothes there is a possibility of its soaking through to your skin so immediate ly take off the exposed clothing and follow the procedure above i...

Page 361: ...lear or light yellow Red Have battery checked by your Toyota dealer During recharging the battery is pro ducing hydrogen gas Therefore before recharging 1 If recharging with the battery installed on t...

Page 362: ...must be replaced See Fuse locations on page 338 in Sec tion 7 1 for locations of the fuses Turn the ignition switch and inoperative component off Pull the suspected fuse straight out and check it Det...

Page 363: ...on as possible and return the substitute to its original clip It is a good idea to purchase a set of spare fuses and keep them in your ve hicle for emergencies If the new fuse immediately blows out th...

Page 364: ...s such as headlights may temporarily fog up when the lens becomes wet in the rain or in a car wash This is not a problem because the fogging is caused by the temperature difference between the outside...

Page 365: ...uble end bulbs LS73005 1 Open the hood Unplug the connec tor Remove the rubber cover If the connector is tight wiggle it LS73006 2 Release the bulb retaining spring and remove the bulb Install a new b...

Page 366: ...rubber cover fits securely on the bulb base and the mounting body Aiming is not necessary after replacing the bulb When aiming adjustment is nec essary contact your Toyota dealer LS73020 1 Turn the bu...

Page 367: ...OMA from Mar 05 Prod OM35862U LS73022 3 Install the bulb base into the mount ing hole by turning it clockwise LS73008 LS73009 LS73010 LS73011 05 02 25 Parking and front side marker lights Front turn s...

Page 368: ...move the bolts LS73013 LS73014 a Rear turn signal light b Stop tail and rear side marker light c Back up light LS73015 Use a Phillips head screwdriver LS73016 05 02 25 Rear turn signal stop tail rear...

Page 369: ...Prod OM35862U LS73017 If the high mounted stoplight bulbs burn out contact your Toyota dealer NOTICE Do not try to replace the high mounted stoplight bulbs by yourself You may damage the vehicle 05 0...

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Page 371: ...1 2005 TACOMA from Mar 05 Prod OM35862U SPECIFICATIONS Specifications Dimensions 372 Payload 374 Towing capacity 382 Engine 382 Fuel 382 Service specifications 383 Tires 387 Fuses 388 05 02 25 SECTION...

Page 372: ...erall height 2 Front tread Rear tread Overall width Wheelbase 4835 190 4 5285 208 1 1835 72 2 1880 74 0 1 1835 72 2 1670 65 8 3230 127 2 1550 61 0 1580 62 2 1 1550 61 0 1550 61 0 2780 109 4 1670 65 8...

Page 373: ...s Short deck Long deck Overall length 4835 190 4 5285 208 1 5285 208 1 5620 221 3 Overall width 1895 74 6 1895 74 6 1895 74 6 1895 74 6 Overall height 1 1775 69 9 1775 69 9 1780 70 1 1780 70 1 Wheelba...

Page 374: ...nsmission Long deck P215 70R15 Steel wheel 518 1143 Access cab 2TR FE Automatic transmission Long deck P215 70R15 Steel wheel 518 1143 1GR FE Manual transmission Long deck P255 45R18 Aluminum wheel 34...

Page 375: ...lb Cab type Engine Transmission type Deck type Tire size Wheel type Payload 2 3 Regular cab 2TR FE Manual transmission Long deck P245 75R16 Steel wheel 575 1268 Regular cab 2TR FE Manual transmission...

Page 376: ...mission Long deck P245 75R16 Aluminum wheel 584 1288 557 1228 4 Manual transmission Long deck P265 70R16 Aluminum wheel 570 1257 543 1197 4 Access cab P265 65R17 Aluminum wheel 553 1219 526 1159 4 1GR...

Page 377: ...ic transmission P265 65R17 Aluminum wheel 549 1210 522 1150 4 P245 75R16 Steel wheel 607 1339 580 1279 4 Long deck P245 75R16 Aluminum wheel 621 1370 594 1310 4 P265 65R17 Aluminum wheel 590 1301 563...

Page 378: ...dels kg lb Cab type Engine Transmission type Deck type Tire size Wheel type Payload 2 3 Regular cab 2TR FE Manual transmission Long deck P245 75R16 Steel wheel 528 1163 Regular cab 2TR FE Manual trans...

Page 379: ...5 1092 4 P245 75R16 Aluminum wheel 537 1183 509 1123 4 Manual transmission Long deck P265 70R16 Aluminum wheel 523 1152 495 1092 4 Access cab 1GR FE P265 65R17 Aluminum wheel 505 1114 478 1054 4 P245...

Page 380: ...84 510 1124 4 Manual transmission Short deck P265 70R16 Aluminum wheel 523 1153 496 1093 4 Double cab 1GR FE P265 65R17 Aluminum wheel 506 1115 479 1055 4 Double cab 1GR FE P245 75R16 Steel wheel 512...

Page 381: ...ion Long deck P245 75R16 Aluminum wheel 508 1120 481 1060 4 P265 65R17 Aluminum wheel 477 1051 450 991 4 2 Maximum payload including weight of driver passengers optional equipment and cargo 3 Installi...

Page 382: ...3 74 1GR FE engine 94 0 95 0 3 70 3 74 Displacement cm3 cu in 2TR FE engine 2694 164 3 1GR FE engine 3956 241 4 Fuel type 2TR FE engine Unleaded gasoline Octane Rating 87 Research Octane Number 91 or...

Page 383: ...5 8 6 1 5 1 Without filter 5 1 5 4 4 5 1GR FE engine Two wheel drive models except Pre Runner With filter 4 5 4 8 4 0 Without filter 4 2 4 4 3 7 Four wheel drive models and PreRunner With filter 5 2 5...

Page 384: ...Pedal free play mm in 5 15 0 2 0 6 Fluid type SAE J1703 or FMVSS No 116 DOT 3 MANUAL TRANSMISSION Oil capacity L qt Imp qt 2TR FE engine Two wheel drive models 2 6 2 7 2 3 Four wheel drive models 2 2...

Page 385: ...ly damage the automatic transmission of your vehicle Please contact your Toyota dealer for fur ther details TRANSFER Oil capacity L qt Imp qt 1 0 1 1 0 9 Oil type Gear Oil API GL 4 or GL 5 Recommende...

Page 386: ...els and PreRunner Without the vehicle stability control sys tem 105 4 1 With the vehicle stability control system 88 3 4 Pedal free play mm in 1 6 0 04 0 24 Pad wear limit mm in 1 0 0 04 Lining wear l...

Page 387: ...2 4 35 18 8JJ For sustained high speeds above 160 km h 100 mph in countries where such speeds are permitted by law add the tire inflation pressure given below to the front tires and rear tires but nev...

Page 388: ...meter and gauge 11 RADIO NO 2 30 A Audio system 12 HEAD LO RH 10 A Right hand headlight low beam 13 HEAD LO LH 10 A Left hand head light low beam front fog lights 14 HEAD HI RH 10 A Right hand head l...

Page 389: ...condition ing system instrument panel light con trol clutch start cancel switch rear differential lock system power outlets 32 IG1 10 A Back up lights air condition ing system passenger airbag manual...

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Page 391: ...Prod OM35862U REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS FOR U S OWNERS AND CAMPER INFORMATION Reporting safety defects for U S owners and camper information Reporting safety defects for U S owners 392 Camper informat...

Page 392: ...dealer or Toyota Motor Sales U S A Inc To contact NHTSA you may ei ther call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in Washington D C area or write to NHTSA U S Department of...

Page 393: ...h the X Runner since it is not designed for them CAUTION If a load is too far back it can cause dangerous handling If it is too far forward the front axle may be over loaded LS90003a Camper center of...

Page 394: ...900 lb 5 people 1GR FE engine 4WD 204 kg 450 lb Double cab models with long deck 2 people 1GR FE engine PreRunner 453 kg 1000 lb 5 people 1GR FE engine PreRunner 249 kg 550 lb 2 people 1GR FE engine 4...

Page 395: ...Certifica tion Label location If weight ratings are exceeded move or remove items to bring all weights below the ratings LS90007 Gross vehicle weight rating Not exceed GVWR GAWR Two wheel drive model...

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Page 397: ...ustomer Experience Center Toll free 1 800 331 4331 Hawaii Servco Automotive Customer Services Toll free 1 888 272 5515 CANADIAN OWNERS When traveling in Canada or the U S mainland Toyota Canada Custom...

Page 398: ...ation information Fuel type 1GR FE engine UNLEADED gasoline Octane Rating 87 Research Octane Number 91 or higher For improved vehicle performance the use of premium unleaded gasoline with an Octane Ra...

Page 399: ...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 other...

Page 400: ...stems can provide when used together That is why it is important for you and your family to understand the purpose and proper use of each of these systems and how they relate to each other The purpose...

Page 401: ...ion 1 3 carefully and refer to them as needed during your time of ownership of this vehicle Event data recorder Your vehicle has computers that monitor and control cer tain aspects of your vehicle The...

Page 402: ...mance Disclose the data to a third party for research pur poses without disclosing details of the vehicle own er and only when it is deemed necessary Disclose summarized data cleared of vehicle identi...

Page 403: ...gine oil contains chemicals that have caused cancer in laboratory animals Always protect your skin by washing thoroughly with soap and water Accessories spare parts and modification of your Toyota A w...

Page 404: ...t the following electronic systems be sure to check with your Toyota dealer for precautionary measures or special instructions regarding installation Multiport fuel injection system sequential multipo...

Page 405: ...inflation pressure and load limits see Checking tire inflation pressure on page 350 in Section 7 2 and Vehicle load limits on page 277 in Section 2 Scrapping of your Toyota The SRS airbag and seat bel...

Page 406: ...enger car This vehicle design feature causes this type of vehicle to be more likely to rollover Failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control accidents or vehicle rollover ca...

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Page 408: ...nual tells you how to maintain your vehicle and enables you to correctly perform your own maintenance The best way to keep your new vehicle in top running order is to maintain it properly from the mom...

Page 409: ...00 622 2033 Maintenance procedures for the engine chassis body electrical system and more are clearly explained and illustrated Periodic maintenance and tune up Periodic maintenance and tune up helps...

Page 410: ...35862U 05 02 25 WE REALLY CARE ABOUT YOU PLEASE BUCKLE UP Toyota has made a special effort to encourage use of seat belts Toyota belts are Comfortable Easy to use Convenient We encourage you to use yo...

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