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Manual transmission
4WD models: Before using the rear differential lock system.
Stop the vehicle or reduce your speed to less than 2 mph (3
km/h). Depress the clutch pedal and put the front-wheel drive
control switch in the L4 position to see if this is sufficient. If
this has no effect, additionally use the rear differential lock
system.
Be sure to stop the wheels.
Depress the clutch pedal.
Press the RR DIFF LOCK switch.
After the rear differential is locked, the indicator will come on.
Slowly release the clutch pedal.
Unlock the rear differential as soon as the vehicle moves.
To unlock the rear differential, push the switch again.
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Locking the rear differential
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When the rear differential is locked, VSC is automatically turned off.
(The rear differential lock and VSC OFF indicators come on.)
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The following systems do not operate when the rear differential is locked.
It is normal operation for the ABS warning light and VSC OFF indicator to
be on at this time. If the DAC switch turns on, the downhill assist control
system indicator light flashes.
• ABS
• Brake assist system
• VSC
• TRAC
• Downhill assist control system
• Hill-start assist control system
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The rear differential lock is disengaged when
Shift the front-wheel drive control switch to H2 or H4 position. (4WD models)
Never forget to turn off the switch after using this feature.
Summary of Contents for Tacoma 2012
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Page 25: ...25 Pictorial index Luggage compartment Back window P 80...
Page 245: ...245 2 5 Driving information 2 When driving...
Page 313: ...313 3 3 Using the Bluetooth audio system 3 Interior and exterior features Microphone...
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Page 462: ...462 4 3 Do it yourself maintenance Access Cab models...
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