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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the vehicle becomes stuck
CAUTION
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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 lunge back suddenly as it becomes
free. Use extreme caution.
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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.
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. (
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.
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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