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06 01.06

OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND

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Overview of instruments and controls

Instrument panel overview

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Page 1 06 01.06 SECTION OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Overview of instruments and controls Instrument panel overview ........Instrument cluster overview .
Page 2: Instrument Panel Overview
06 01.06 Instrument panel overview "Bench seat 1. Side vents 2. Instrument cluster 3. Center vents 4. Glove box 5. Automatic transmission selector lever or manual transmission gear shift lever 6. Cup holders 7. Tire pressure warning system reset switch 8.
Page 3 06 01.06 "Separate seats with automatic transmission 1. Side vents 2. Instrument cluster 3. Center vents 4. Garage door opener box or accessory meter 5. Personal lights 6. Auxiliary boxes 7. Power door lock switches 8. Power window switches 9. Glove box 10.
Page 4 06 01.06 "Separate seats with manual transmission 1. Side vents 2. Instrument cluster 3. Center vents 4. Garage door opener box or accessory meter 5. Personal lights 6. Auxiliary boxes 7. Power door lock switches 8. Power window switches 9. Glove box 10.
Page 5 06 01.06 1. Front fog light switch 2. Rear differential lock switch or “AUTO LSD” switch 3. Power outlet main switch 4. Instrument panel light control dial 5. Headlight and turn signal switches 6. Audio remote control switches 7. Wiper and washer switches 8.
Page 6 06 01.06 20. Cruise control switch 21. Ignition switch 22. Clutch start cancel switch 23. “DAC” switch 24. Power rear view mirror control switches 2006 TACOMA from Jan.’06 Prod. (OM35865U)
Page 7: Instrument Cluster Overview
06 01.06 Instrument cluster overview LS11005a 1. Tachometer 4. Service reminder indicators and 7. Trip meter reset knob indicator lights 2. Speedometer 8. Shift position indicator lights (automatic 5. Engine coolant temperature gauge transmission) 3. Odometer and two trip meters 6.
Page 8 06 01.06 Indicator symbols on the instrument panel Brake system warning light Anti- lock brake system warning light Driver’s seat belt reminder light Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light Vehicle stability control system warning light Front passenger occupant classification Traction control system warning light indicator light or passenger airbag on- off indicator light “AUTO LSD”...
Page 9 06 01.06 Low speed four- wheel drive indicator light Low tire pressure warning light Automatic transmission fluid temperature Rear differential lock indicator light warning light Slip indicator light Engine immobilizer system indicator light Vehicle stability control system off indicator light Headlight low beam indicator light Tail light indicator light Downhill assist control system indicator light...
Page 10 06 01.06 2006 TACOMA from Jan.’06 Prod. (OM35865U)
Page 11: Table Of Contents
06 01.06 SECTION OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Keys and Doors Keys ............Engine immobilizer system .
Page 12: Keys
If you should lose your keys or if you with a built- in transponder chip. need additional keys, duplicates can be made by a Toyota dealer using the key 2. Sub key (gray)—This key works in ev- number. ery lock.
Page 13 06 01.06 Since the side doors can be locked with- out a key, you should always carry a spare key in case you accidentally lock your keys inside the vehicle. LS12040 LS12041 z When starting the engine, do not NOTICE use the key with other transponder When using a key containing a trans- keys around (including keys of oth-...
Page 14 If you should lose your keys or if you need additional keys, duplicates can be made by a Toyota dealer using the key number. We recommend writing down the key num- ber and storing it in a safe place.
Page 15: Engine Immobilizer System
Inserting the registered key in the ignition switch automatically cancels the system, which enables the engine to start. The indicator light will go off. For your Toyota dealer to make you a new key with built- in transponder chip, LS12044 LS12003a your dealer will need your key number and master key.
Page 16: Wireless Remote Control
06 01.06 Wireless remote control— For vehicles sold in U.S.A. For vehicles sold in Canada This device complies with RSS- 210 of FCCID:MOZRI- 21BTY Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: This device complies with Part 15 of the (1) this device may not cause interfer- LS12010a FCC Rules.
Page 17 —Locking and unlocking doors The wireless remote control transmitter is If you lose your transmitter, contact your an electronic component. Observe the fol- Toyota dealer as soon as possible to lowing instructions in order not to cause avoid possibility theft, damage to the transmitter.
Page 18: Tacoma From Jan.'06 Prod. (Om35865U)
06 01.06 —Activating alarm To lock and unlock all doors, push the When unlocking a door when all the doors switches of the transmitter slowly and are locked, the interior light comes on. securely. The lights remain on for about 15 seconds unless either door is opened and closed.
Page 19 NOTICE Toyota dealer. z Dispose of used batteries according z Take care not to damage the circuit to the local laws. board. z Do not bend the terminals.
Page 20: Side Doors
After replacing the battery, check that the transmitter operates properly. If the trans- mitter still does not operate properly, con- tact your Toyota dealer. 3. Put in a new transmitter battery with LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH KEY positive (+) side up. Install the circuit Insert the key into the keyhole and turn board into the transmitter case.
Page 21 15 LS12005 Toyota strongly recommends that all seconds before fading out. (For further in- children be placed in the rear seat of formation, see “Interior light” on page 143 the vehicle.
Page 22 06 01.06 LOCKING UNLOCKING WITH POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH Push the switch. To lock: Push the switch down on the front side. LS12006a LS12008 To unlock: Push the switch down on the rear side. Operating the switch simultaneously locks or unlocks all the doors. If you do either of the following, no door can be unlocked with the power door lock switch.
Page 23: Access Doors
06 01.06 Access doors (access cab models) For easy access to the rear seat, open CAUTION the access door (rear door). To open: First, open the front door widely. Before driving, be sure that the doors Then pull (from the outside) or push (from closed locked, especially...
Page 24: Power Windows
06 01.06 Power windows The windows can be operated with the switch on either front door (access cab models)/each door (double cab models). The power windows work when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. LS12020 LS12022 Key off operation: If both front doors are closed, they work for 43 seconds even after the ignition switch is turned off.
Page 25 06 01.06 Automatic operation 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 LS12025 Access cab models Double cab models 2006 TACOMA from Jan.’06 Prod.
Page 26 06 01.06 OPERATING PASSENGERS’ Window lock switch CAUTION WINDOW Use the switches on the passenger’s To avoid serious personal injury, you door (access cab models)/passengers’ must do the following. doors (double models) " Before you close the power win- switch on the driver’s door that con- LS12026 dows, always make sure there is trols each passenger’s window.
Page 27: Rear Window
06 01.06 Rear window Tailgate " Be sure to remove the ignition key when you leave your vehicle. " Never leave anyone (particularly a small child) alone in your vehicle, especially with the ignition key still LS12028a LS12029 inserted. Otherwise, he/she could use the power window switches and trapped in a window.
Page 28 06 01.06 Support cable bracket LS12030 LS12031 LS12032 REMOVAL 2. Tilt the tailgate to about 30 from 3. Slide the tailgate a little to the right vertical and pull up the right side of to unhook the left side. 1. Open the tailgate to the angle where the tailgate to unhook the right side.
Page 29: Hood
06 01.06 Hood LS12033 LS12034a LS12035 To open the hood: 2. Pull the auxiliary catch lever 3. Hold the hood open by inserting the inside the engine compartment, and support rod into the slot. 1. Pull the hood lock release lever. The lift hood.
Page 30: Fuel Tank Cap
06 01.06 Fuel tank cap CAUTION After inserting the support rod into the slot, make sure the rod supports the hood securely to prevent injury LS12036 LS12037 due to unexpected, sudden hood clo- sure. This indicates that the fuel filler door 1.
Page 31 Do not fill a fuel container in the several times. If the indicator lamp does bed under any circumstances. A not go off, contact your Toyota dealer as static electricity charge could cause soon as possible. a spark and fire hazard. The proper...
Page 32 06 01.06 2006 TACOMA from Jan.’06 Prod. (OM35865U)
Page 33 06 04.25 SECTION OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Occupant restraint systems Seats ............Front seats .
Page 34: Seats
06 04.25 Front seats— Seats —Front seat precautions While the vehicle is being driven, all ve- Driver seat " Slightly recline the back of hicle occupants should have the seatback seat. Although vehicle designs vary, upright, sit well back in the seat and prop- CAUTION many drivers can achieve the 250 erly wear the seat belts provided.
Page 35 06 04.25 —Seat adjustment precautions Front passenger seats Front seats (with SRS side airbags) CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION " Do not adjust the seat while the " vehicle is moving as the seat may The SRS front passenger airbag The SRS side airbags are installed in unexpectedly move and cause the also deploys...
Page 36 06 04.25 —Adjusting front seats " 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 LS13144a Separate seats Bench seat 2006 TACOMA from Jan.’06 Prod. (OM35871U)
Page 37 06 04.25 —Moving passenger’s seat for rear seat entry (access cab models) 1. SEAT POSITION ADJUSTING LEVER CAUTION Pull the lever up. Then slide the seat to the desired position with slight " After putting back the seat, body pressure and release the lever. pushing the seat forward and rear- 2.
Page 38 06 04.25 —Folding seatback (bench seat only) CAUTION When returning the seatback to the upright position, observe the follow- ing precautions in order to prevent LS13153 LS13146 personal injury in a collision or sud- den stop: " Make sure the seatback is securely locked by pushing forward and rear- ward on the top of the seatback.
Page 39 06 04.25 —Folding front passenger’s seat (on some models) LS13154 LS13155 LS13156 1. Pull the seatback angle adjusting le- 2. Pull the seatback folding lever and You should use the seatback as a tempo- ver and raise the seatback to its up- fold the seatback down.
Page 40: Flip- Over Jump Seats
06 04.25 Flip- over jump seats (access Folding rear seats (double cab cab models) models) NOTICE To prevent damage to the seat, avoid putting heavy loads on the temporary table. LS13147 LS13148a To flip over the bottom cushion, pull BEFORE FOLDING REAR SEATS the lock release strap.
Page 41 06 04.25 LS13183 LS13150b LS13151 2. Make sure the shoulder belt passes FOLDING REAR SEATS 2. Attach the head restraints to the through the hanger when folding the holders located on the back sides of 1. Swing the bottom cushion up by rear seat.
Page 42: Head Restraints
06 04.25 Head restraints CAUTION When returning seats to their original position, observe the following pre- cautions in order to prevent personal LS13152a LS13157 injury in a collision or sudden stop: " Make sure the seatback is securely locked by pushing forward and rear- ward on the top of the seatback.
Page 43: Seat Belts
Seat belts— —Seat belt precautions The head restraint is most effective when Toyota strongly urges that the driver and it is close to your head. Therefore, using passengers in the vehicle be properly re- a cushion on the seatback is not recom- strained at all times with the seat belts mended.
Page 44 06 04.25 If a child must sit in the front seat, the Injured person. Toyota recommends the " Avoid reclining the seatback any seat belts should be worn properly. If an use of a seat belt. Depending on the inju- more than needed.
Page 45 It also may normally, immediately contact your lock if you lean forward too quickly. A Toyota dealer. Do not use the seat until the seat belt is fixed, because slow, easy motion will allow the belt to extend, and you can move around freely.
Page 46 06 04.25 CAUTION " Take up Both high- positioned lap belts and slack loose- fitting belts could cause seri- ous injuries due to sliding under Too high LS13088 LS13089 the lap belt during a collision or other unintended event. Keep the lap belt positioned as low on hips as possible.
Page 47 06 04.25 CAUTION Always make sure the shoulder belt is positioned across the center of your shoulder. The belt should be LS13090 LS13109 kept away from your neck, but not falling off your shoulder. Failure to do so could reduce the amount of protection in an accident and cause serious injuries in a collision.
Page 48 06 04.25 CAUTION Make sure the both buckles are cor- rectly located and securely latched. Failure to properly match the buckle LS13093 LS13094 and tab may cause severe injury in case of an accident or a collision. The center seat belt of the bench seat is Two buckles and tabs for center seat a 3- point type restraint with 2 buckles.
Page 49 06 04.25 —Stowing the rear seat belt buckles (access cab models) LS13095 LS13096 LS13091a To release the concave end tab, insert the The buckles can be fixed when not in CAUTION key into the hole on buckle 1 (with light use.
Page 50 If the indicator light indi- Please contact your local Toyota dealer so LS13097 cates “OFF”, disconnect the extend- that the dealer can order the proper re- er tongue from the seat belt buckle, quired length for the extender.
Page 51 When releasing the seat belt, press on normally, immediately contact your the buckle release button on the extender, Toyota dealer. Do not use the seat not on the seat belt. This helps prevent until the seat belt is fixed, because...
Page 52 06 04.25 —Seat belt pretensioners The front passenger’s seat belt pretension- er will not activate if no passenger is detected in the front passenger seat by the front passenger occupant classification system. However, the front passenger’s seat belt pretensioner may activate if lug- LS13188c LS13098 gage is put on the seat, or the seat belt...
Page 53 6. Load sensor result in death or serious injury. Con- z Modification of the suspension sys- sult your Toyota dealer about any re- 7. Belt tension sensor pair and modification. 8. Front passenger’s...
Page 54 If any 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 key is turned to the “ON” posi- tion or remains on for more than 6 seconds.
Page 55: Srs Driver Airbag And Front Passenger Airbag
The SRS front passenger airbag will not activate if there is no passenger sitting in In the following cases, contact your Toyota The SRS (Supplemental Restraint Sys- the right front passenger...
Page 56 As The driver and front passenger can be killed or seriously injured by the access models, Toyota inflating airbags if they do not wear strongly recommends that infants and children be placed in the available seat belts properly.
Page 57 06 04.25 TABLE 1: A PASSENGER RISK GROUP CAUTION Infant. An infant (less than 1 year old) who must ride in the front seat because: " Do not turn off the passenger air- " Vehicle has no rear seat; bag off switch except when a mem- "...
Page 58 06 04.25 The SRS front airbags are designed to deploy in severe (usually frontal) colli- sions where the magnitude and duration of the forward deceleration of the ve- hicle exceeds the designed threshold Hitting a curb, Falling into or Collision from the rear level.
Page 59 06 04.25 The SRS front airbag system consists The airbag sensors constantly monitor the mainly of the following components, and forward deceleration of the vehicle. If an their locations are shown in the illustra- impact results in a forward deceleration tion.
Page 60 In this can be killed or seriously injured. to the face, chest, arms and hands. These case, the driver’s airbag may not Toyota strongly recommends that: are usually in the nature of minor burns activate correctly, causing death or "...
Page 61 " " Do not sit on the edge of the seat Toyota strongly recommends that all or lean against the dashboard when infants and children be placed in the vehicle is in use, since the the rear seat of the vehicle and be front passenger airbag could inflate properly restrained.
Page 62 If you wish to modify your vehicle for ing. Do not modify, remove, strike a person with a physical disability, consult your Toyota dealer. It may or open any components such as dangerously interfere with the SRS the steering wheel pad, steering front airbags operation.
Page 63 “ON” posi- tion or remains on for more than 6 seconds. This indicator comes on when the igni- In the following cases, contact your Toyota " tion key is turned to the “ON” position. The light comes on while driving.
Page 64 06 04.25 SRS driver airbag and front passenger airbag (double cab models) In response to a severe frontal impact, CAUTION the SRS front airbags work with the seat belts to help reduce injury by inflating. " The SRS front airbag system is de- The SRS front airbags help reduce injuries signed only as a supplement to the mainly to the driver’s or front passenger’s...
Page 65 The SRS front airbags will deploy if the child restraint system. Toyota severity of the impact is above the de- strongly recommends that all in- signed threshold level, comparable to an fants and children be placed in the...
Page 66 06 04.25 8. Driver’s seat position sensor 9. Airbag sensor assembly 10. Airbag module for driver (airbag and inflator) Hitting a curb, Falling into or 11. SRS warning light edge of pavement jumping over a LS13125c LS13124 or hard surface deep hole The airbag sensor assembly consists of a safing sensor and airbag sensor.
Page 67 These Toyota strongly recommends that: are usually in the nature of minor burns " or abrasions and swelling, but the force of...
Page 68 " " " Do not sit on the edge of the seat Toyota strongly recommends that all Do not put anything or any part of or lean against the dashboard when infants and children be placed in your body on or in front of the...
Page 69 “ON” position. can result in death or serious injury. It goes off after about 6 seconds. This ture Consult your Toyota dealer about any means the SRS front airbags are oper- z Attachment of a grille guard (bull repair and modification.
Page 70 151 in Section 1- 6.) : The front passenger occupant classifica- tion system includes the front passenger occupant classification ECU, load sensor In the following cases, contact your Toyota and front passenger’s seat belt buckle dealer as soon as possible: switch. "...
Page 71: Passenger Airbag Off Switch
06 04.25 Passenger airbag off switch (regular cab and access cab models only) Operate off switch as follows: Insert key into the keyhole. turn front passenger airbag on—Turn the key clockwise to the “AUTO” position. At this time, the indicator light LS13140 LS13141a condition varies depending on the occu-...
Page 72: Srs Side Airbags And Curtain Shield Airbags
06 04.25 SRS side airbags and curtain shield airbags In response to a severe side impact, the " When passenger airbag SRS side airbags and curtain shield air- switch is turned off, the front pas- bags work with the seat belts to help senger airbag will not inflate in a reduce injury by inflating.
Page 73 Toyota passenger and rear outside passen- ger seat belt systems. To ensure seated in the child restraint system. strongly recommends that all in- maximum protection in an accident,...
Page 74 06 04.25 Hitting a curb, edge Falling into or Collision from the rear of pavement or jumping over LS13127 LS13128 LS13124 hard surface a deep hole Collision from the front Vehicle rollover Landing hard or vehicle falling The SRS side airbag and curtain shield The SRS side airbags and curtain shield The SRS side and curtain shield airbags airbag system may not activate if the...
Page 75 06 04.25 8. Front passenger occupant classification Deployment of the airbags happens in a indicator light fraction of a second, so the airbags must inflate with considerable force. While the 9. Airbag sensor assembly system is designed to reduce serious inju- 10.
Page 76 06 04.25 LS13132 LS13133 LS13134 " " " Do not allow anyone to lean against Do not allow anyone to get his/her Do not allow anyone to kneel on the door when the vehicle is in use, head closer to the area where the the passenger seat, facing the pas- since the side airbag and curtain side airbag and curtain shield air-...
Page 77 06 04.25 LS13135 LS13136 LS13137 " " " Do not allow anyone to get his/her Do not attach a cup holder or any Do not attach a microphone or any head hands windows other device or object on or around other device or object around the since curtain...
Page 78 " Do not use seat accessories which Consult your Toyota dealer about any disc player cover the parts where the side air- repair and modification. z Modification of the suspension sys- bags inflate.
Page 79 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 remains on for more than 6 seconds.
Page 80: Front Passenger Occupant Classification System
Front passenger occupant classification system (regular and access cab models) " In the following cases, contact your Toyota Your vehicle is equipped with a front Bench seat only—Do not use a seat dealer as soon as possible: passenger occupant classification sys- accessory, such as a cushion or seat "...
Page 81 06 04.25 If the front passenger occupant classifica- 3. Make sure the right front passenger tion system determines that a person of seat belt (bench seat) or front passen- adult size sits in the front passenger seat ger seat belt (separate seats) is worn but the “OFF”...
Page 82 The SRS warning light will come on and the front passenger occupant clas- sification indicator light will indicate “OFF” if there is a malfunction in the front passenger occupant classification system. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. 2006 TACOMA from Jan.’06 Prod. (OM35871U)
Page 83 06 04.25 Condition and operation in the front passenger occupant classification system Indicator/warning light Devices Condition detected by Condition detected by Passenger Front passenger Front Front the front passenger airbag off switch occupant passenger’s passenger’s SRS warning Front passenger occupant classification position classification seat belt...
Page 84 06 04.25 " " CAUTION Do not recline the front passenger Wear the seat belt properly. seatback so far that it touches a " Make sure the front passenger’s To avoid potential death or serious rear seat or a back wall. This may seat belt tab has not been left in- injury when the front passenger occu- cause the “OFF”...
Page 85 Do not apply pressure to the front pas- tion of the detection system. In this senger seat by resting hands or legs case, contact your Toyota dealer im- on the seatback. mediately. 2006 TACOMA from Jan.’06 Prod. (OM35871U)
Page 86 06 04.25 The indicator light will indicate “OFF” Make sure that the “ON” indicator illumi- when the ignition switch is in the “ON” nated when a person of adult size is position with the condition 2 in the table seated in the front passenger seat. If the shown below.
Page 87 The SRS warning light will come on and the front passenger occupant clas- sification indicator light will indicate “OFF” if there is a malfunction in the front passenger occupant classification system. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. 2006 TACOMA from Jan.’06 Prod. (OM35871U)
Page 88 06 04.25 Condition and operation in the front passenger occupant classification system Indicator/warning light Devices Condition detected by Front Curtain shield Front Side airbag Front the front passenger passenger Front airbag in the passenger’s on the front passenger’s SRS warning occupant classification occupant passenger...
Page 89 06 04.25 " " CAUTION Do not recline the front passenger Wear the seat belt properly. seatback so far that it touches a " Make sure the front passenger’s To avoid potential death or serious rear seat. This cause seat belt tab has not been left in- injury when the front passenger occu- “OFF”...
Page 90: Child Restraint
06 04.25 Child restraint— —Child restraint precautions front passenger occupant Toyota strongly urges the use of ap- " When it is unavoidable to install the classification indicator light may indicate propriate child restraint systems for forward- facing child restraint sys- “ON”...
Page 91 " " 1 to 12 in a passenger risk group REGULAR CAB MODELS— Toyota strongly urges use of on the right front seat, make sure Toyota strongly urges use of proper child restraint system which that the passenger airbag off switch...
Page 92 06 04.25 —Child restraint system A child restraint system for a small " " A forward- facing child restraint sys- Do not use the seat belt extender child or baby must itself be properly when installing child restraint should allowed restrained on the seat with the lap por- installed on front passenger...
Page 93 06 04.25 —Types of child restraint system Child restraint systems are classified into the following 3 types depending on the child’s age and size. (A) Infant seat (B) Convertible seat (C) Booster seat LS13001 LS13003 Install the child restraint system following the instructions provided by its manufac- turer.
Page 94 06 04.25 —Installation with seat belt (regular and access cab models) LS13004a LS13008 LS13005 WHEN INSTALLING IN THE REAR SEAT (A) INFANT SEAT INSTALLATION CAUTION (access cab models): An infant seat must be used in rear- Flip over the bottom cushion before facing position only.
Page 95 06 04.25 CAUTION If you must install a rear- facing child restraint system on the right front passenger seat (bench seat) or front LS13006a LS13007 passenger seat (separate seats), make sure that the front passenger airbag off switch is in the “OFF” position with the key removed and that the indicator light is on.
Page 96 1. Run the lap and shoulder belt through 2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it Contact your Toyota dealer immedi- or around the infant seat following the in the lock mode. When the belt is ately.
Page 97 06 04.25 LS13011 LS13012 LS13013 3. While pressing the infant seat firmly 4. To remove the infant seat, press the CAUTION against the seat cushion and seatback, buckle release button and allow the let the shoulder belt retract as far as belt to retract completely.
Page 98 06 04.25 LS13014 LS13015 LS13006a (B) CONVERTIBLE SEAT INSTALLATION When you install a rear- facing child re- CAUTION straint system which belongs to a pas- A convertible seat must be used in for- senger risk group on the right front ward- facing or rear- facing position de- Rear- facing child...
Page 99 06 04.25 CAUTION CAUTION If you must install a rear- facing child Forward- facing child restraint system: restraint system on the right front forward- facing child restraint passenger seat (bench seat) or front system which belongs to a passenger LS13016 passenger seat (separate seats), make risk group should never be installed sure that the passenger airbag off...
Page 100 1. Run the lap and shoulder belt through 2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it Contact your Toyota dealer immedi- or around the convertible seat following in the lock mode. When the belt is ately.
Page 101 06 04.25 LS13019 LS13020 LS13021 3. While pressing convertible seat 4. To remove the convertible seat, press CAUTION firmly against the seat cushion and the buckle release button and allow the seatback, let the shoulder belt retract belt to retract completely. The belt will Push and pull the child restraint sys- as far as it will go to hold the convert- move freely again and be ready to...
Page 102 06 04.25 CAUTION forward- facing child restraint system which belongs to a passenger risk group should never be installed LS13022 LS13023 on the right front passenger seat (bench seat) or front passenger seat (separate seats) with the passenger airbag switch “AUTO”...
Page 103 " Always make sure the shoulder belt child from death or serious injury. is positioned across the center of Contact your Toyota dealer immedi- child’s shoulder. The belt should be ately. install child LS13024 kept away from child’s neck, but restraint system on the seat until the seat belt is fixed.
Page 104 06 04.25 —Installation with seat belt (double cab models) LS13028 LS13029 LS13030 (A) INFANT SEAT INSTALLATION " CAUTION Do not install a child restraint sys- An infant seat must be used in rear- tem on the rear seat if it interferes facing position only.
Page 105 1. Run the lap and shoulder belt through 2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it Contact your Toyota dealer immedi- or around the infant seat following the in the lock mode. When the belt is ately.
Page 106 06 04.25 LS13033 LS13034 LS13035 3. While pressing the infant seat firmly 4. To remove the infant seat, press the CAUTION against the seat cushion and seatback, buckle release button and allow the let the shoulder belt retract as far as belt to retract completely.
Page 107 06 04.25 Install the child restraint system on the 6. While pressing convertible seat front passenger seat only when it is un- firmly against the seat cushion and avoidable. Your vehicle is equipped with a seatback, let the shoulder belt retract front passenger occupant...
Page 108 Re- indicator light indicates “ON”, do the fol- move the child restraint system and con- lowing procedure: tact your Toyota dealer. 1. Turn the ignition off. CAUTION 2. Remove the child restraint system.
Page 109 06 04.25 " On vehicles with side airbags and curtain shield airbags, do not allow the child to lean his/her head or any part of his/her body against the door or the area of the seat, front or rear pillar or roof side rail from LS13038 LS13039 which the side airbags or curtain...
Page 110 1. Run the lap and shoulder belt through 2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it Contact your Toyota dealer immedi- or around the convertible seat following in the lock mode. When the belt is ately.
Page 111 06 04.25 LS13042 LS13043 LS13044 3. While pressing convertible seat 4. To remove the convertible seat, press CAUTION firmly against the seat cushion and the buckle release button and allow the seatback, let the shoulder belt retract belt to retract completely. The belt will Push and pull the child restraint sys- as far as it will go to hold the convert- move freely again and be ready to...
Page 112 06 04.25 " On vehicles with side airbags and curtain shield airbags, do not allow the child to lean his/her head or any part of his/her body against the door or the area of the seat, front or rear pillar or roof side rail from LS13045 LS13046 which the side airbags or curtain...
Page 113 " Always make sure the shoulder belt child from death or serious injury. is positioned across the center of Contact your Toyota dealer immedi- child’s shoulder. The belt should be ately. install child LS13047 kept away from child’s neck, but restraint system on the seat until the seat belt is fixed.
Page 114 06 04.25 —Using a top strap (regular cab models) Routing device Symbol mark LS13048 LS13050a LS13052b Anchor brackets Bench seat 2. To remove the booster seat, press the Follow the procedure below for a child buckle release button and allow the restraint system that requires the use belt to retract.
Page 115 06 04.25 Use the routing device and the anchor bracket on the back panel to attach the top strap. Anchor brackets are installed for (each) Symbol mark passenger seating position. LS13063 LS13181 This symbol indicates the locations of the anchor brackets. TO USE THE ANCHOR BRACKET: 2.
Page 116 06 04.25 CAUTION " When returning the seatback to its original position, make sure seatback securely locked LS13064b LS13065b pushing forward and rearward on the top of the seatback. " 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.
Page 117 06 04.25 —Using a top strap (access cab models) Follow the procedure below for a child Routing restraint system that requires the use device of a top strap. upper anchor bracket LS13071 LS13069 Symbol mark Lower anchor bracket Front position Use the routing device and the anchor bracket to attach the top strap.
Page 118 06 04.25 CAUTION Make sure the top strap is securely latched, and check that the child re- straint system is secure by pushing LS13072 LS13073 and pulling it in different directions. Follow all the installation instructions Symbol mark provided by its manufacturer. TO USE THE ANCHOR BRACKET: 2.
Page 119 06 04.25 Symbol mark Routing device LS13076a LS13074 LS13075 3. Replace the head restraint. Rear position— 2. Fix the child restraint system with the seat belt. Store the removed cover in a safe place 1. Upper anchor bracket: such as the glove box. Lightly push down on the top sur- Route top strap...
Page 120 06 04.25 —Using a top strap (double cab models) Symbol mark LS13077a LS13051 LS13054a Anchor brackets 3. Latch the hook onto the rear lower Follow the procedure below for a child Use the anchor bracket on the back panel anchor bracket and tighten the top restraint system that requires the use to attach the top strap.
Page 121 06 04.25 LS13066 LS13067 LS13068 TO USE THE ANCHOR BRACKET: 2. Pull the seatback release strap and 3. Fix the child restraint system with swing the seatback forward slightly, the seat belt and tighten the top 1. Remove the head restraint. then latch the hook onto the anchor strap.
Page 122 06 04.25 —Installation with child restraint lower anchorages (regular cab models) Lower anchorages for Child Restraint CAUTION Systems equipped with hook or buckle type attachments are installed in the " When returning the seatback to its front passenger seat. original position, make sure...
Page 123 06 04.25 1st lock position 10th lock position LS13160a LS13080 LS13081 CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM INSTALLATION 1. Separate seats only—Fold down the seatback and back to the 1st lock position (most upright position) until it locks into place. Adjust the seat- back to the 10th lock position.
Page 124 06 04.25 —Installation with child restraint lower anchorages (access cab models) 2. Widen the gap between the seat CAUTION cushion and seatback slightly and confirm the position of the lower an- " When using the lower anchorages chorages near the button on the for the child restraint system, be seatback.
Page 125 06 04.25 Lower anchorages for Child Restraint Systems equipped with hook or buckle 1st lock type attachments are installed in the position front passenger seat and the right rear auxiliary seat. 10th lock position For front seat without a seatback table— LS13160a The anchorages are installed in the gap between the seat cushion and seatback as...
Page 126 06 04.25 LS13083 LS13186 LS13187 Canada only Canada only Canada only Front seat without seatback table (type B) Front seat with seatback table (type A) Front seat with seatback table (type B) 2006 TACOMA from Jan.’06 Prod. (OM35871U)
Page 127 06 04.25 Front seat— 2. Front seat without seatback table— Widen the gap between the seat cushion and seatback slightly and confirm the position of the lower an- chorages near the button on the seatback. Front seat with seatback table—Wid- en the slits of the seat cushion slightly and confirm the position of the lower anchorages near the but-...
Page 128 06 04.25 To install a Child Restraint System in the CAUTION rear seat properly, make sure the bottom seat cushion is flipped over. If the bottom To install the child restraint system seat cushion is already flipped over, pro- properly, make sure the bottom cush- ceed to step 3.
Page 129 06 04.25 —Installation with child restraint lower anchorages (double cab models) " After securing the child restraint system, never slide or recline the seat. " Do not install a child restraint sys- tem on the rear seat if it interferes LS13084 with the lock mechanism of the front seats.
Page 130 06 04.25 CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM CAUTION INSTALLATION 1. Widen the gap between the seat " When using the lower anchorages cushion and seatback slightly and for the child restraint system, be confirm the position of the lower an- sure that there are no irregular ob- chorages near the button on the jects around the anchorages or that seatback.
Page 131 06 01.06 SECTION OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Steering wheel and Mirrors Tilt and telescopic steering wheel ......Outside rear view mirrors .
Page 132: Tilt And Telescopic Steering Wheel
06 01.06 Tilt and telescopic steering wheel Outside rear view mirrors— CAUTION " Do not adjust the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving. Doing so may cause the driver to mishan- LS14001a LS14002 dle the vehicle and an accident may occur resulting in death or serious injuries.
Page 133 06 01.06 —Power rear view mirror control NOTICE CAUTION If ice should jam the mirror, do not Do not adjust the mirror while the operate the control or scrape the mir- vehicle is moving. Doing so may ror face. Use a spray de- icer to free cause the driver to mishandle the ve- the mirror.
Page 134: Anti- Glare Inside Rear View Mirror
06 01.06 Anti- glare inside rear view —Folding rear view mirrors mirror CAUTION Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is moving. It may cause the driver to mishandle the vehicle and LS14004 LS14005 an accident may occur resulting in death or serious injuries.
Page 135: Auto Anti- Glare Inside Rear View Mirror
06 01.06 Auto anti- glare inside rear view mirror In automatic function mode, if the mirror detects light from the headlights of the vehicle behind you, the mirror surface darkens slightly to reduce the reflected light. To turn off the automatic function, push LS14006 LS14007 the “OFF”...
Page 136: Sun Visors
06 01.06 Sun visors Vanity mirrors To block out glare, move the sun visor. To block out glare from the front—Swing down the sun visor (position 1). To block out glare from the side—Swing down the sun visor, remove it from the LS14009 LS14010 hook and swing it to the lateral side (posi-...
Page 137 06 01.06 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. 2006 TACOMA from Jan.’06 Prod. (OM35865U)
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Page 139 06 01.06 SECTION OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Lights and Wipers Headlights and turn signals ........Emergency flashers .
Page 140: Headlights And Turn Signals
06 01.06 Headlights and turn signals HEADLIGHTS NOTICE To turn on the following lights: Twist To prevent the battery from being dis- the headlight/turn signal lever knob. charged, do not leave the lights on Position 1—Parking, tail, license plate and for a long period when the engine is instrument panel lights not running.
Page 141 06 01.06 Daytime running light (DRL) system (on some models) The Daytime Running Light (DRL) system can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. The DRL system can be helpful in many differ- LS15003b LS15004b ent driving conditions, but they can be...
Page 142: Emergency Flashers
06 01.06 Emergency flashers Instrument panel light control NOTICE To prevent the battery from being dis- charged, do not leave the switch on longer than necessary when the en- gine is not running. LS15005 LS15006 To turn on the emergency flashers, To adjust the brightness of the instru- push the switch.
Page 143: Front Fog Lights
06 01.06 Front fog lights Interior light ILLUMINATED 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 144: Personal Lights
06 01.06 Windshield wipers and washer Personal lights (type A) The “INT TIME” band lets you adjust the wiping time interval when the wiper lever is in the intermittent position (position 1). Twist the band upward to increase the time between sweeps, and downward to decrease it.
Page 145 If a nozzle becomes blocked, This will help prevent the washer fluid contact your Toyota dealer to have the from freezing on your windshield, which vehicle serviced. can block your vision.
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Page 147 06 01.06 SECTION OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Gauges, Meters and Service reminder indicators Fuel gauge ..........Engine coolant temperature gauge .
Page 148: Fuel Gauge
The indicator lamp goes off after driving several times. If the indicator lamp does not go off, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. The gauge indicates the approximate The gauge indicates the engine coolant...
Page 149: Tachometer
06 01.06 Tachometer Odometer and two trip meters " Driving up a long hill on a hot day. " Reducing speed or stopping after high speed driving. " Idling for a long period with the air conditioning on in stop- and- go traffic. LS16003 LS16004 "...
Page 150 06 01.06 3. Trip meter reset knob—Resets the two trip meters to zero, and also change the meter display. To change the meter display, 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.
Page 151: Service Reminder Indicators And Warning Buzzers
06 01.06 Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers If the indicator or buzzer comes on... Do this. If parking brake is off, stop immediately and contact Toyota dealer. (indicator and buzzer) Fasten driver’s seat belt. (indicator and buzzer) Fasten front passenger’s seat belt.
Page 152 Low fuel level Fill up tank. warning light Take vehicle to Toyota dealer. If brake system warning light is also on, stop immediately and contact Toyota dealer. Take vehicle to Toyota dealer. Close all doors. Take vehicle to Toyota dealer immediately.
Page 153 06 01.06 If the indicator or buzzer comes on... Do this. Key reminder buzzer Remove key. 2006 TACOMA from Jan.’06 Prod. (OM35865U)
Page 154 " When the brake fluid level is low... Without the vehicle stability control curs, immediately stop your vehicle at system— a safe place and contact your Toyota CAUTION dealer. If either of the following conditions " occurs, immediately stop your vehicle...
Page 155 Once the ignition key is turned to “ON” or may turn on the warning light and safe place and contact your Toyota “START”, the reminder light flashes if a buzzer. It is normal if the light turns off dealer.
Page 156 Have your vehicle The light may occasionally flicker when Empty fuel tank checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as the engine is idling or it may come on If the fuel tank is empty, refuel immedi- possible.
Page 157 Toyota dealer as soon as possible to distance driven exceeds 8000 km (5000 On inclines or curves, due to the move- service the vehicle. miles), the light will come on after the ment of fuel in the tank, the low fuel level "...
Page 158 Contact your ing light, immediately stop your ve- When the “ABS” warning light is on (and Toyota dealer as soon as possible to hicle at a safe place and contact your the brake system warning light is off), the service the vehicle.
Page 159 Any of the following conditions may oc- tinue your driving. " cur, but do not indicate a malfunction: “AUTO LSD” system In the following cases, contact your Toyota " " The light may stay on for about 60 Downhill assist control system...
Page 160 If the light does not go off, call a off switch, passenger airbag on- off indica- sure warning system is functioning proper- Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop for tor light, seat belt pretensioner assem- assistance. blies, inflators, interconnecting wiring and...
Page 161 If any service reminder indicator or warn- tors go off after a few seconds: ing buzzer does not function as described " above, have it checked by your Toyota Engine oil replacement reminder light dealer as soon as possible. "...
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Page 163 06 01.06 SECTION OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Ignition switch, Transmission and Parking brake Ignition switch ..........Automatic transmission .
Page 164: Ignition Switch
06 01.06 Ignition switch “LOCK”—Engine is off and the steering CAUTION wheel is locked. The key can be re- moved only at this position. For manual transmission: You must push in the key to turn the key Never remove the key when the ve- from “ACC”...
Page 165: Automatic Transmission
06 01.06 Automatic transmission (5- speed) Your automatic transmission has a shift lock system to minimize the possibility of incorrect operation. This means you can only shift out of “P” position when the brake pedal is depressed (with the ignition switch in “ON”...
Page 166 06 01.06 (b) Normal driving Four- wheel drive models CAUTION 1. Start the engine as instructed in “How Front drive control switch knob at to start the engine” in Section 3. The “H2” or “H4” Never put your foot on the accelera- transmission must be in “P”...
Page 167 06 01.06 " Shift into the “L” position. The trans- NOTICE CAUTION mission will downshift to first gear when the vehicle speed drops down to z Be careful not to over- rev the en- Be careful when downshifting on a or lower than the following speed, and gine.
Page 168 06 01.06 (e) Backing up (g) Good driving practice z Do not continue hill climbing or " 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. If the transmission repeatedly shifts up hard towing for a long time in the and down between fourth gear and “3”, “2”...
Page 169 06 01.06 (h) If you cannot shift the selector 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 shift automatic transmission selector lever”...
Page 170 06 01.06 Automatic transmission (4- speed) Your automatic transmission has a shift lock system to minimize the possibility of incorrect operation. This means you can only shift out of “P” position when the brake pedal is depressed (with the ignition switch in “ON”...
Page 171 06 01.06 " (b) Normal driving Shift into the “3” position. The trans- (d) Using “2” and “L” positions mission will downshift to third gear. 1. Start the engine as instructed in “How The “2” and “L” positions are used for "...
Page 172 06 01.06 z Do not continue hill climbing or NOTICE CAUTION hard towing for a long time in the Always use the brake pedal or the “2” or “L” position. This may cause Never attempt to move the selector parking brake to hold the vehicle on severe automatic transmission dam- lever into “P”...
Page 173: Manual Transmission
06 01.06 Manual transmission The shift pattern is conventional as 5- speed models shown above. gear km/h (mph) case driving your vehicle with 1 to 2 or 2 to 1 24 (15) 6- speed manual transmission, the buzzer 2 to 3 or 3 to 2 40 (25) will sound when you shift the gear into 3 to 4 or 4 to 3...
Page 174 06 01.06 Maximum allowable speeds 6- speed models Good driving practice gear km/h (mph) " To get on a highway or to pass slower If it is difficult to shift into reverse, put (30) traffic, maximum acceleration may be nec- the transmission in neutral, release the (58) essary.
Page 175: Four- Wheel Drive System
06 01.06 Four- wheel drive system (a) Front drive control Use the front drive control switch knob Use this for maximum power and traction. to select the following transfer modes. Use “L4” position for climbing or descend- ing steep hills, off- road driving, and hard “H2”...
Page 176 If the indicator light continues to blink when you operate the front drive control even if doing so, contact your Toyota switch knob from the “H2” to the “H4” dealer as soon as possible. There may be position, this reminds you that the transfer a trouble in the four- wheel drive system.
Page 177 100 km/h (62 mph). Operate the switch knob again. If the indicator continues to blink even if doing so, contact your Toyota dealer as CAUTION soon as possible. There may be a trouble in the four- wheel drive system.
Page 178 “N” and turn the front drive control switch knob counterclockwise. If the indicator light continues to blink even if doing so, contact your Toyota If the “4LO” (low speed four- wheel drive) dealer as soon as possible. There may be indicator light continues to blink when you a trouble in the four- wheel drive system.
Page 179: Traction Control System
4 wheels (four- wheel nary driving so that it can operate come on when the ignition is turned on, drive models) cannot be maintained, contact your Toyota dealer. when needed. even though the traction control sys- The brake actuator temperature increases tem is in operation.
Page 180 This light warns that there is a problem traction control system does not operate, your driving. somewhere in the following. it is no problem to continue driving.) The In the following cases, contact your Toyota " system will be automatically restored after Traction control system dealer: a short time and the slip indicator light "...
Page 181: Auto Lsd" System
06 01.06 “AUTO LSD” system CAUTION Do not use the “AUTO LSD” system in conditions other than the above. A much greater steering effort and more LS17011 LS17014 careful cornering control will be re- quired. The “AUTO LSD” system aids traction To activate the system, push the “AUTO by using the traction control system to LSD”...
Page 182 “AUTO LSD” system does not operate, it ignition key is turned to “ON”, contact is no problem to continue driving.) The your Toyota dealer. system will be automatically restored after a short time and the slip indicator light goes off.
Page 183: Vehicle Stability Control System
This means that the sys- In the following cases, contact your Toyota " “AUTO LSD” system tem is in the self- check mode, but does dealer: not indicate a malfunction.
Page 184 (on When replacing the tires or wheels, to “ON”. If the indicator light does not four- wheel drive models) contact your Toyota dealer. (See come on when the ignition is turned on, " The rear differential is locked. (on mod- “Checking and replacing tires”...
Page 185 06 01.06 In the following cases, contact your Toyota The light may come on for 60 seconds dealer: after the ignition key is turned to “ON”. It " is normal if they go out after a while. The indicator light does not come on...
Page 186: Downhill Assist Control System
The front drive control switch knob is in the “H2” or “H4” position. " The rear differential is locked. If the indicator light does not come on when the switch is pushed, contact your Toyota dealer. 2006 TACOMA from Jan.’06 Prod. (OM35865U)
Page 187 In is turned on, contact your Toyota dealer. this case, stop your vehicle immediately at LS17007 a safe place.
Page 188: Hill- Start Assist Control System
In the following cases, contact your Toyota tem indicator light also flash. " Do not use the hill- start assist con- dealer: If the “VSC TRAC”...
Page 189 Until it restarts, the trac- come on when the ignition is turned on, tion control system, “AUTO LSD” system, contact your Toyota dealer. hill- start assist control system and down- hill assist control system will not operate;...
Page 190 If the system continues to operate, the system malfunctions, “VSC In the following cases, contact your Toyota buzzer sound changes from intermittent to TRAC” warning light will come on. dealer: continuous. (The continuous buzzer "...
Page 191: Rear Differential Lock System
06 01.06 Rear differential lock system CAUTION Do not use the rear differential lock in the conditions other than above. Large steering effort and careful cor- LS17011 LS17013 nering control will be required. The rear differential lock system is pro- To lock the rear differential, push the vided for use only when wheel spinning switch.
Page 192: Tire Pressure Warning System
06 01.06 Tire pressure warning system— The following systems do not operate To unlock the differential, push the The tire pressure warning system is de- when the rear differential is locked. It is switch once again. signed to provide warning when tire normal operation for the “ABS”...
Page 193 06 01.06 Stop your vehicle in a safe place as CAUTION soon as possible and check that the inflation pressure of all tires (including When the tire pressure warning light the spare tire) is as specified on the comes on, observe the following in- tire and loading information label.
Page 194 Snow tires or tire chains are used. replaced, have them repaired or re- tion, leave the ignition on for about " Non- genuine Toyota wheels are used. placed by the nearest Toyota dealer 20 minutes and increase the tire "...
Page 195 06 01.06 NOTICE As an added safety feature, your ve- hicle has been equipped with a tire z The use of non- genuine wheels will pressure monitoring system cause the air pressure sensors to (TPMS—tire pressure warning system) transmit the electronic code in dif- that illuminates a low tire pressure ferent manner, resulting in the sys- LS17024...
Page 196 06 01.06 For vehicles sold in U.S.A. " NOTICE: Reorient or relocate the receiving an- tenna. This device complies with Part 15 of the This equipment has been tested and " found to comply with the limits for a FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the Increase the separation between the Class B digital device, pursuant to Part following two conditions:...
Page 197 Have the tires, wheels or sensors replaced and ID codes registered by There are 3 ways to set up the air pres- a Toyota dealer. If you need sen- sure sensors: sors, purchase from a Toyota deal- LS17026 a.
Page 198 LS17025 1. Park the vehicle at a safe place and ing system checked at your Toyota dealer. apply the parking brake. Stop the en- gine. CAUTION 2.
Page 199: Parking Brake
06 01.06 Parking brake Cruise control When parking, firmly apply the parking The cruise control is designed to main- brake to avoid inadvertent creeping. tain a set cruising speed without requir- ing the driver to operate the accelera- Pedal type— tor.
Page 200 06 01.06 you need acceleration—for example, when passing—depress accelerator pedal enough for the vehicle to exceed the set speed. When you release it, the vehicle will return to the speed set prior to the acceleration. LS17020b LS17021b CAUTION For manual transmission: While driving with the cruise control on, do not shift to neutral without depressing the clutch pedal, as this...
Page 201 While the If this is the case, contact your Toyota lever is held down, the vehicle speed will To turn the cruise control off, press the dealer and have your vehicle inspected.
Page 202: Clutch Start Cancel Switch
06 01.06 Clutch start cancel switch Never use the switch for normal engine starting. Be sure to follow the starting procedure instructed in “How to start the engine” on page 298 in Section 3. LS17022 To crank the engine without depressing the clutch pedal, push the switch with the ignition on.
Page 203 06 01.06 SECTION OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Audio system Reference ..........Using your audio system .
Page 204: Reference
06 01.06 Reference LS18001 LS18003 LS18005 Type 1: AM·FM radio/compact disc player Type 2: AM·FM radio/compact disc player Type 3: AM·FM radio/compact disc player (with compact disc changer controller) with changer with changer 2006 TACOMA from Jan.’06 Prod. (OM35865U)
Page 205: Using Your Audio System
—Some basics This section describes some of the basic TONE AND BALANCE YOUR COMPACT DISC PLAYER features on Toyota audio systems. Some (type 1) For details about your system’s tone and information may not pertain to your sys- balance controls, see the description of When you insert a disc, gently push it in tem.
Page 206 06 01.06 NOTICE Do not use an adaptor for compact disc singles—it could cause tracking errors or interfere with the ejection of compact discs. LS18007 YOUR COMPACT DISC PLAYER WITH CHANGER (type 2 and type 3) When you insert a disc, push the “LOAD” button, wait for the load/eject status light to turn green, then gently push the disc in with the label side up.
Page 207 06 01.06 —Controls and features "Type 1 Details of specific buttons, controls and features are described in the alphabetical list that follows. LS18002 2006 TACOMA from Jan.’06 Prod. (OM35865U)
Page 208 4”: Over- current. your the front and rear speakers. The display Toyota dealer to inspect. ranges from F7 to R7. “CD OPEN”: The compact disc changer BAL: Adjusts the sound balance between lid of separate unit is open. Close the the right and left speakers.
Page 209 06 01.06 If the malfunction still exists, take your RAND (Random) RPT (Repeat) vehicle to your Toyota dealer. There are two random features—you can There are two repeat features—You can DISC either listen to the tracks on one compact either replay a disc track or a whole com- disc in random order, or listen to the pact disc.
Page 210 06 01.06 SCAN Compact disc player SEEK/TRACK (Seeking/Track up/down) Radio There are two scan features—you can ei- Radio ther scan the tracks on a specific disc or You can either scan all the frequencies on In the seek mode, the radio finds and scan the first tracks of all the discs in the a band or scan only the preset stations plays the next station up or down the...
Page 211 06 01.06 ST (Stereo reception) display TUNE (Tuning) Your radio automatically changes to stereo Turn the “TUNE” knob clockwise to step reception when a stereo broadcast is re- up the frequency. Turn the knob counter- ceived. “ST” appears on the display. If the clockwise to step down the frequency.
Page 212 06 01.06 "Type 2 Details of specific buttons, controls and features are described in the alphabetical list that follows. LS18004 2006 TACOMA from Jan.’06 Prod. (OM35865U)
Page 213 4”: Over- current. your play ranges from -5 to 5. displayed. Push and release the eject but- Toyota dealer to inspect. FAD: Adjusts the sound balance between ton. the front and rear speakers. The display ranges from F7 to R7.
Page 214 If the malfunction still exists, take your player can store up to six discs. disc in random order, or listen to the vehicle to your Toyota dealer. tracks on all the compact discs in the To load one compact disc only, quickly magazine in random order.
Page 215 06 01.06 RPT (Repeat) SCAN Scanning the tracks on a disc: Quickly push and release the “SCAN” but- There are two repeat features—You can Radio ton. “SCAN” will appear on the display either replay a disc track or a whole com- You can either scan all the frequencies on and the player will scan all the tracks on pact disc.
Page 216 06 01.06 Compact disc player TEXT Use this button to skip up or down to a This button is used to change the display different track. for the compact disc that contains text data. Push “ ” or “ ” side of the “SEEK/ TRACK”...
Page 217 06 01.06 "Type 3 Details of specific buttons, controls and features are described in the alphabetical list that follows. LS18006 2006 TACOMA from Jan.’06 Prod. (OM35865U)
Page 218 06 01.06 1 2 3 4 5 6 (Preset buttons) (Reverse/Fast- forward button) (Eject button) These buttons are used to preset and This button is used to eject one or all Push and hold “ ” (preset button 6) or tune in radio stations.
Page 219 06 01.06 DISC (Compact disc) If the malfunction still exists, take your LOAD vehicle to your Toyota dealer. Push the “DISC” button to play a compact This button is used to load the compact disc. DISC discs in the compact disc player. This player can store up to six discs.
Page 220 06 01.06 RDS (Radio Data System) display RPT (Repeat) SCAN The radio will automatically switch to the There are two repeat features—You can Radio RDS mode to receive an RDS station either replay a disc track or a whole com- You can either scan all the frequencies on while turned to FM broadcasts.
Page 221 06 01.06 Compact disc player SEEK/TRACK (Seeking/Track up/down) TEXT There are two scan features—you can ei- Radio Radio ther scan the tracks on a specific disc or In the seek mode, the radio finds and This button is operational only in RDS scan the first tracks of all the discs in the plays the next station up or down the mode.
Page 222 06 01.06 Compact disc player TRAF (Traffic) R&B (Rhythm and Blues) This button is used to change the display A station that regularly broadcasts traffic INFORM (Information) for the compact disc that contains text information is automatically located. RELIGION data. When you push the “TRAF”...
Page 223: Audio Remote Controls
06 01.06 Audio remote controls (steering switches) Some parts of 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. “ ”...
Page 224: Audio System Operating Hints
06 01.06 Audio system operating hints 1. Volume control switch Compact disc player NOTICE Push “+” to increase the volume. The vol- Use this switch to skip up or down to a To ensure correct audio system op- continues increase while different track in either direction.
Page 225 06 01.06 Here are some common reception prob- CARING FOR YOUR COMPACT DISC lems that probably do not indicate a prob- PLAYER AND DISCS Fading—AM broadcasts are reflected by lem with your radio: the upper atmosphere—especially at night. Type 2 and type 3—The player is in- These reflected signals can interfere with tended for use with 12 cm (4.7 in.) those received directly from the radio sta-...
Page 226 06 01.06 I17011 Special shaped discs Low quality discs Use only compact 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 Z17058 Transparent/translucent discs...
Page 227 06 01.06 NOTICE Do not use special shaped, transpar- ent/translucent, low quality or labeled discs such as those shown in the il- lustrations. The use of such discs may damage the player or changer, or it may be impossible to eject the disc.
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Page 229 06 01.06 SECTION OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Air conditioning system Controls ........... Air flow selector settings .
Page 230: Controls
06 01.06 Controls 1. Fan speed selector 2. Temperature selector 3. Air flow selector 4. Air intake selector 5. “A/C” button (on some models) LS19001 2006 TACOMA from Jan.’06 Prod. (OM35865U)
Page 231 06 01.06 Fan speed selector In this position, air intake selector mode changes to FRESH automatically Turn the knob to adjust the fan speed—to to clear the windshield quickly. If you the right to increase, to the left to de- want to return the setting to RECIRCU- crease.
Page 232 06 01.06 “A/C” button (on some models) To turn on the air conditioning, press the “A/C” button. The “A/C” button indicator will come on. To turn the air conditioning off, press the button again. LS19003 Air intake selector Press the button to select the air source. 1.
Page 233: Air Flow Selector Settings
06 01.06 Air flow selector settings Operating tips " To cool off your Toyota after it has been parked in the hot sun, drive with the windows open long enough for the hot air to escape. This operation allows the air conditioning to cool the interior more quickly.
Page 234 06 01.06 " If following another vehicle on a dusty Heating Air conditioning road, or driving in windy and dusty For best results, set controls to: For best results, set controls to: conditions, it is recommended that the air intake selector be temporarily set to Fan speed—Any setting except “OFF”...
Page 235 06 01.06 " Defogging On humid days, do not blow cold air Vehicles with “A/C” button— on the windshield—the difference be- Condition: Moisture is on the inside of the Press the “A/C” button for dehumidified tween the outside and inside tempera- windshield.
Page 236: Instrument Panel Vents
06 01.06 Instrument panel vents Air conditioning filter— Open Open LS19004 LS19005 LS19007b Close Close 1. Side vents 1. Side vents The air conditioning filter information label is placed inside of the glove box 2. Center vents 2. Center vents as shown and indicates that a filter has If air flow control is not satisfactory, check You can change air flow direction by turn-...
Page 237 06 01.06 —Checking and replacing the air conditioning filter The air conditioning filter may clog af- ter long use. The filter may need to be replaced if the air flow of the air condi- tioning and heater experiences extreme reductions in operating efficiency, or if the windows begin to fog up easily.
Page 238 06 01.06 LS19010 LS19011 LS19012a 2. Push in each side of the glove box 3. Push down on the tabs and open the 4. Remove the filter from the filter out- to disconnect the claws. filter door. let. Inspect the filter on the surface. If it is dirty, it should be replaced.
Page 239 06 01.06 LS19013a When installing the filter in the filter outlet, follow the instructions indicated on the label. INFORMATION The air filter should be installed prop- erly in position. The use of air condi- tioning with the air filter removed may cause deteriorated dustproof per- formance and then affect air condi- tioning performance.
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Page 241 06 01.06 SECTION OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Other equipment Accessory meter ......... . . Clock .
Page 242: Accessory Meter
06 01.06 —Before using the accessory meter Accessory meter— Operate the accessory meter with the “E/M” button ignition switch on. This button is used to switch between When the ignition switch is turned to English/U.S. Customary System “ON”, the last previously used mode dis- metric units of the outside temperature played just before the ignition switch is display.
Page 243 If “- - _C” (“- - _F”) appears on the display, Southeast For additional precision or for complete contact your Toyota dealer. South calibrating, “CALIBRATING There may be a case that “- - _C” (“- - _F”) Southwest COMPASS”...
Page 244 If the direction is not indicated or the CALIBRATING THE COMPASS (deviation system does not operate properly, contact calibration) your Toyota dealer. The direction display on the compass deviates from the true direction deter- mined by the earth’s magnetic field. The...
Page 245 06 01.06 After calibration, leaving the system for Samoa: 5 Guam: 8 Saipan: 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 is stopped.
Page 246 06 01.06 Perform circling 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 calibration of LS10038a LS10039 the compass in a place where the earth’s magnetic field is subject to in-...
Page 247: Clock
Do not hold the cigarette lighter pressed play will automatically be set to 1:00 (one z To prevent the fuse from being o’clock). blown, do not use the electricity Use a Toyota genuine cigarette lighter or over the total capacity of 12V/120W. When instrument panel lights equivalent for replacement.
Page 248 06 01.06 Power outlet (115 VAC) (a) The maximum capacity z Close the power outlet lids when VAC/400W when the following condi- the power outlets are not in use. tion applies: Inserting anything other than an ap- " Automatic transmission models: propriate plug that fits the outlet, selector lever is in the “P”...
Page 249 Toyota time. Illumination color Maximum capacity dealer. If the protection circuit is activated and Green and yellow...
Page 250 Handling electrical appliance plugs serious damage or injuries. Contact After removing a plug from the power out- at the power outlet with wet hands a Toyota dealer for any necessary let, ensure that the power outlet lid is or feet. repairs.
Page 251 Contact cise data: medical equipment, measur- ing instruments, etc. a Toyota dealer for any necessary z Do electrical " replacements. pliances, which are easily affected Other appliances requiring an extremely...
Page 252: Glove Box
Some electrical appliances may not op- erate properly unless they are installed on a level place. The precise power outlet voltage cannot be measured using commercial testers. If necessary, contact a Toyota dealer. LS10006 LS10007 Certain electrical appliances may cause radio noise.
Page 253 06 01.06 LS10008 LS10009 LS10010 Remove the paper strip covering the adhe- Please note if transmitter has wire clip for Place the transmitter with Velcro square sive on back side of square and adhere sun visor, this clip must be removed prior facing inside of box into the box.
Page 254 06 01.06 LS10011 LS10012 LS10013 Remove spacers from the center panel. When the garage door opener transmitter If the center panel does not contact your Place one spacer on the pin that would be is properly installed, you can operate the garage door opener transmitter: below transmitter button when the cover is transmitter by pushing the center panel of...
Page 255: Auxiliary Boxes
06 01.06 Auxiliary boxes To use the auxiliary boxes, open the CAUTION lids as shown in the following illustra- tions. " To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or a sudden CAUTION stop, always keep the garage door LS10014 opener box closed while driving.
Page 256 06 01.06 LS10016a LS10019a LS10018a Front Type C (under the rear seat of access cab Type E (left side of bed) Type G (right side of bed) models) Front LS10043 LS10017a Type F (right side of bed) Type D (under the rear seat of double cab models) 2006 TACOMA from Jan.’06 Prod.
Page 257: Rear Console Box
06 01.06 Rear console box Cup holders The cup holders 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 shown.
Page 258 06 01.06 LS10026 Type C (separate seats with automatic LS10028 LS10027 transmission) LS10025 Type A (bench seat) Type B (separate seats with automatic Type D (separate seats with manual trans- transmission) mission) 2006 TACOMA from Jan.’06 Prod. (OM35865U)
Page 259: Bottle Holders
06 01.06 Bottle holders NOTICE Do not put a cup or open bottle in the bottle holder because the con- tents may spill when the door opens or closes. LS10022 LS10024 Front doors Rear console box The bottle holders are designed to hold bottles securely.
Page 260: Storage Boxes
06 01.06 Storage boxes (double cab Flashlight holder (double cab models only) models only) This box is designed to place things like bottles. The separator is detachable, and it can be installed in various positions as required. LS10031a LS10044 Separator Type A (left side behind the rear seat The flashlight holder is designed to back)
Page 261: Seatback Table
06 01.06 Seatback table (on some Cargo net hooks (double cab models) models with subwoofer) NOTICE To prevent damage to the seat, avoid putting heavy loads on the temporary table. LS13156 LS10051a You should use the front passenger’s These hooks are designed to hang the seatback as a temporary table only when factory- supplied cargo net.
Page 262: Grocery Bag Hooks
To prevent damage to the hook, avoid Toyota accessory or equivalent. hanging heavy loads on it. CAUTION See “—Stowage precautions” on page 294 in Section 2 for precautions when loading To avoid personal injury, keep the luggage.
Page 263 06 01.06 —Tie- down cleats CAUTION When you secure cargo with the deck rails, be sure follow the instructions below in order to avoid the cargo LS10055a LS10056a coming loose: " Do not install accessories (tie- down cleats, storage boxes, etc.) at more than the following number of loca- 12.7 mm tions per deck rail:...
Page 264 06 01.06 LS10057a LS10058 LS10059a 2. Insert the locking plate into the deck 3. Slide the cleat to the closest detent 4. Tighten the thumb wheel in a clock- rail, rotate the tie- down cleat 90_, in the rail system. You will feel that wise motion until the clutch mecha- and release the thumb wheel.
Page 265: Floor Mat
06 01.06 Floor mat " Properly secure all cargo to prevent shifting or sliding during driving. Failure to properly secure cargo can cause injury when the vehicle is in motion. LS10060a LS10032 " 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,...
Page 266 06 01.06 LS10033 CAUTION Make sure the floor mat is properly placed on the floor carpet. If the floor slips and interferes with movement of the pedals during driv- ing, it may cause an accident. 2006 TACOMA from Jan.’06 Prod. (OM35865U)
Page 267 INFORMATION BEFORE DRIVING YOUR TOYOTA Information before driving your Toyota Off- road vehicle precautions ....... . .
Page 268: Off- Road Vehicle Precautions
06 01.06 Off- road vehicle precautions (four- wheel drive models and PreRunner) This vehicle has higher ground clear- CAUTION ance and narrower tread in relation to the height of its center of gravity to Always observe the following precau- make it capable of performing in a wide tions to minimize the risk of serious variety of off- road applications.
Page 269: Break- In Period
To help prevent gas station mix- ups, your strike objects, etc. This may cause to the future economy and long life of Toyota has a smaller fuel tank opening. loss of control or vehicle rollover your vehicle: The special nozzle on pumps with un- causing death or serious injury.
Page 270 If you use gasohol in your els. In the U.S., category 3 or 4 has Toyota, be sure that it has an octane If you detect heavy knocking even when been adopted. The WWFC improves air rating no lower than 87.
Page 271: Fuel Pump Shut Off System
To stated above. It will cause fuel sys- clopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl). restart the engine after the fuel pump shut tem damage or vehicle performance Toyota does not recommend the use of system activates, turn the ignition problems.
Page 272: Operation In Foreign Countries
06 01.06 Operation in foreign countries Three- way catalytic converters If you plan to drive your Toyota in The three- way catalytic converter is an another country... emission control device installed in the exhaust system. First, comply with the vehicle registration laws.
Page 273: Engine Exhaust Cautions
Remember, your Toyota time to time. If you hit something, cause the engine to misfire, creat- dealer knows your vehicle and its or notice a change in the sound of...
Page 274: Facts About Engine Oil Consumption
A thin film of oil your Toyota dealer. Continued in- is left on the cylinder wall when a pis- When judging the amount of oil con- halation of exhaust fumes can lead ton moves downwards in the cylinder.
Page 275: Iridium- Tipped Spark Plugs
Toyota recommends that the oil stopping distance will increase. Also, the level be checked every time you refuel brake system warning light may come on.
Page 276 If the engine mal. And your braking distance will your vehicle and contact your Toyota deal- should quit while you are driving, you can increase. bring the vehicle to a stop with normal pedal pressure.
Page 277 06 01.06 ANTI- LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM Depressing the brake pedal on slippery CAUTION (with “ABS” warning light) road surfaces such as on a manhole cov- er, a steel plate at a construction site, The anti- lock brake system is designed overestimate anti- lock joints in a bridge, etc.
Page 278 Con- tact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle. " The light does not come on when the ignition key is turned to the “ON” posi- Type B tion, or the light remains on.
Page 279 If the “ABS” warning light remains on the warning light system. Contact your comes on again. together with the brake system warn- Toyota dealer as soon as possible to ing light, immediately stop your ve- When the “ABS” warning light is on (and service the vehicle.
Page 280 When you slam the brakes on, more pow- Toyota dealer. control system do not operate. erful braking will be applied. At this time, In this case, not only the anti- lock...
Page 281: Brake Pad Wear Limit Indicators
It is designed for only one dealer as soon as possible. Expensive ro- as the original tires on your Toyota person. tor damage can result if the pads are not because damage to the limited- slip "...
Page 282: Your Toyota's Identification
This is the primary identification number for your Toyota. It is used in registering the ownership of your vehicle. LS20009b Access cab models 2006 TACOMA from Jan.’06 Prod. (OM35865U)
Page 283: Theft Prevention Labels
06 01.06 Theft prevention labels —Engine number (except for Canada) The engine number is stamped on the Your new vehicle carries theft preven- engine block as shown. tion labels which are approximately 54.8 mm (2.16 in.) by 16 mm (0.63 in.). The purpose of these labels is to reduce the incidence of vehicle thefts by facilitat- ing the tracing and recovery of parts from...
Page 284: Suspension And Chassis
06 01.06 Suspension and chassis CAUTION Do not modify the suspension/chassis with lift kits, spacers, springs, etc. It can cause dangerous handling charac- teristics, resulting in loss of control. 2006 TACOMA from Jan.’06 Prod. (OM35865U)
Page 285: Tire Information
06 01.06 Tire information— —Tire symbols This illustration indicates typical tire symbols. 1. Tire size—For details, see “—Tire size” on page 287. 2. DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN)—For details, see “—DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN)” on page 286. 3.
Page 286 06 01.06 —DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN) 7. “TUBELESS” “TUBE The “DOT” symbol certifies that the TYPE”—A tubeless tire does not tire conforms to applicable Federal have a tube inside the tire and air Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. is directly filled in the tire. A tube type tire has a tube inside the tire and the tube maintains the air LS20015...
Page 287 06 01.06 —Tire size —Name of each section of tire LS20016b SU21026a SU21027 This illustration indicates typical tire 1. Section width 1. Bead size. 2. Tire height 2. Sidewall 1. Tire (P=Passenger car, 3. Wheel diameter 3. Shoulder T=Temporary use) 4.
Page 288 150 would wear conditions on specified government purchasers of Toyota vehicles with in- one and a half (1- 1/2) times as well test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. formation on uniform tire quality grad-...
Page 289 06 01.06 Temperature A, B, C—The tempera- ture grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resis- tance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel.
Page 290 06 01.06 —Glossary of tire terminology Tire related term Meaning tire inflation pressure when the vehicle has been parked for at least 3 hours or more, or it has not been driven more than 1.5 km or 1 mile Cold tire inflation pressure under that condition the maximum cold inflation pressure to which a tire may be inflated and it Maximum inflation pressure...
Page 291 06 01.06 Tire related term Meaning the combined weight of those installed regular production options weighing over 2.3 kg (5 lb.) in excess of those standard items which they replace, Production options weight not previously considered in curb weight or accessory weight, including heavy duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, heavy duty battery, and special trim Vehicle capacity weight...
Page 292 06 01.06 Tire related term Meaning the load on an individual tire that is determined by distributing to each axle its share of the curb weight, accessory weight, and normal occupant weight Vehicle normal load on the tire (distributed 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 load for various designated seating capacities...
Page 293: Vehicle Load Limits
06 01.06 Vehicle load limits Vehicle load limits include total load Seating capacity: Towing capacity: capacity, seating capacity, towing Regular cab models Towing capacity means the maximum capacity and cargo capacity. Follow With separate type seats gross trailer weight (trailer weight plus the load limits shown below.
Page 294: Cargo And Luggage
06 01.06 Cargo and luggage— —Stowage precautions —Capacity and distribution When stowing cargo and luggage in Cargo capacity depends on the to- " Never allow anyone to ride in the vehicle, observe the following: tal weight of the occupants. the rear deck. It is not designed "...
Page 295 06 01.06 (5) Determine the combined weight As shown in the above example, if the of luggage and cargo being number of occupants increases, the loaded on the vehicle. That cargo and luggage load equaling the weight may not safely exceed the combined weight of occupants who available cargo and luggage load got on later must be reduced.
Page 296: Types Of Tires
06 01.06 Types of tires Determine what kind of tires your All season tires, however, do not have vehicle is originally equipped with. adequate traction performance compared with snow tires in heavy or 1. Summer tires loose snow. Also, all season tires fall Summer tires are high- speed capabil- short in acceleration and handling ity tires best suited to highway driving...
Page 297 06 01.06 SECTION STARTING AND DRIVING Starting and driving Before starting the engine ........How to start the engine .
Page 298: Before Starting The Engine
06 01.06 How to start the engine— Before starting the engine (a) Before cranking (b) Starting the engine 1. Check the area around the vehicle be- 1. Apply the parking brake firmly. Before starting the engine, be sure to fore entering it. follow instructions “(a)
Page 299: Tips For Driving In Various Conditions
Other- work safely, pull to the side of the road wise, the impact could cause severe and call a Toyota dealer for assistance. damage to the tires and/or wheels. " Four- wheel drive models—Toyota rec- "...
Page 300: Off- Road Driving Precautions
06 01.06 Off- road driving precautions (four- wheel drive models and PreRunner) When driving your vehicle off- road, please " CAUTION Do not drive in excess of the speed observe the following precautions to en- limit. Even if the legal speed limit sure your driving enjoyment and to help "...
Page 301 06 01.06 " U.S. Forest Service and Bureau of " NOTICE After driving through tall grass, Land Management mud, rock, sand, rivers, etc., check z If driving through water, such as that there is no grass, bush, paper, CAUTION when crossing shallow streams,...
Page 302: Winter Driving Tips
Only use “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” driving that has taken you through ing. Section 7- 3 tells you how to visually similar high quality ethylene glycol rough terrain, sand, mud, or water.
Page 303: Dinghy Towing
When parking, put the transmission into overload your vehicle or trailer. Ask your “P” (automatic) or into first or reverse local Toyota dealer for further details be- (manual) and block the front wheels. Do fore towing. not use the parking brake, or snow or...
Page 304 06 01.06 The total trailer weight and tongue load CAUTION Two- wheel drive models except Pre- can be measured with platform scales Runner found at a highway weighing station, build- " The maximum gross trailer weight 3402 kg (7500 lb.) ing supply company, trucking company, (trailer weight plus cargo weight) junk yard, etc.
Page 305 06 01.06 " " Trailer hitch assemblies have differ- The load on either the front or rear ent weight capacities established by axle resulting from distribution of the hitch manufacturer. Even though the gross vehicle weight on both the vehicle may be physically capa- axles must not exceed the Gross ble of towing a higher weight, the Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) listed...
Page 306 Tongue load " If you wish to install a trailer hitch, you wheel trailer, the cargo load must should consult with your Toyota dealer. be distributed so that the tongue " Use only a hitch recommended by the load is 19 to 21% of the total trailer hitch manufacturer and the one which weight.
Page 307 06 01.06 TRAILER BALL NOTICE Follow these easy steps to properly deter- Do not use axle- mounted hitches as mine the correct trailer ball for your ap- they can cause damage to the axle plication: housing, wheel bearings, wheels or 1.
Page 308 06 01.06 LS30004 LS30005 LS30007 BUMPER TOWING FIFTH WHEEL TRAILER rear bumper your vehicle NOTICE equipped with a hole to install a trailer ball. The maximum gross trailer weight is When towing a fifth wheel trailer, be 1587 kg (3500 lb.). careful not to hit the cabin or deck by the trailer while making a sharp CAUTION...
Page 309 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 har- ness be stored in the glove box when it is not in use.
Page 310 BREAK- IN SCHEDULE " Toyota recommends that you do not tow a trailer with a new vehicle or a vehicle with any new power train com- ponent (engine, transmission, differen- tial, wheel bearing, etc.) for the first 800 km (500 miles) of driving.
Page 311 06 01.06 " MAINTENANCE TRAILER TOWING TIPS Because stopping distance may be in- " creased, following distance should be If you tow a trailer, your vehicle will When towing a trailer, your vehicle will increased when towing a trailer. For require more frequent maintenance due handle differently than when not tow- each 16 km/h (10 mph) of speed, allow...
Page 312 06 01.06 " " Crosswinds and rough roads will ad- Because of the added load of the trail- When restarting out after parking on a versely affect handling of your vehicle er, your vehicle’s engine may overheat slope: and trailer, causing sway. Pay attention on hot days temperatures over 1.
Page 313: How To Save Fuel And Make Your Vehicle Last Longer
06 01.06 How to save fuel and make your vehicle last longer " Improving fuel economy is easy—just take Accelerate slowly smoothly. CAUTION it easy. It will help make your vehicle last Avoid jackrabbit starts. Get into high longer, too. Here are some specific tips gear as quickly as possible.
Page 314 06 01.06 " Maintain a moderate speed on high- CAUTION ways. The faster you drive, the greater the fuel consumption. By reducing your Never turn off the engine to coast speed, you will cut down on fuel con- down hills. Your power steering and sumption.
Page 315: In Case Of An Emergency
06 01.06 SECTION IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY In case of an emergency If your vehicle will not start ........If your engine stalls while driving .
Page 316: If Your Vehicle Will Not Start
Then try starting the broken. Have engine with your foot off the accelerator checked at your Toyota dealer. If none of pedal. If the engine turns over at its normal your keys work, there may be a malfunc- speed but will not start—...
Page 317 06 01.06 (c) Jump starting To avoid serious personal injury and JUMP STARTING PROCEDURE " The gas normally produced by a damage to your vehicle which might re- 1. If the booster battery is installed in battery will explode if a flame or sult from battery explosion, acid burns, another vehicle, make sure the vehicles spark is brought near.
Page 318 06 01.06 Discharged battery Jumper cable Booster LS40034 LS40035 LS40002 battery Positive Discharged battery terminal Booster (“+” mark) Jumper battery Negative terminal Positive terminal cable (“- ” mark) (“+” mark) Connecting point for 2TR- FE engine 4. Make the cable connections in the or- c.
Page 319: If Your Engine Stalls While Driving
8. If removed, replace all the battery vent plugs. If the cause of your battery discharging is not apparent (for example, lights left on), you should have it checked at your Toyota dealer. 2006 TACOMA from Jan.’06 Prod. (OM35865U)
Page 320: If You Cannot Increase Engine Speed
CAUTION checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as flashers. Put the transmission in “P” possible. (automatic) or neutral (manual) and ap- When the engine is running, keep ply the parking brake. Turn off the air...
Page 321: If You Have A Flat Tire
You should have it checked as by the jack. hicle on the side away from traffic. soon as possible at your Toyota dealer. " Stop the vehicle on a level firm 5. Read the following instructions ground, firmly set the parking thoroughly.
Page 322 06 01.06 —Required tools and spare tire " Make sure to set the jack prop- NOTICE erly in the jack point. Raising Do not continue driving with a the vehicle with jack improper- deflated tire. Driving even a ly positioned will damage the short distance can damage a vehicle or may allow the ve- tire and wheel beyond repair.
Page 323 06 01.06 LS40007a LS40036 LS40005a Front Double cab models (under the Turn the jack joint by hand. To remove the spare tire: rear seats) To remove: Turn the joint in direction 1. Put a jack handle, jack handle ex- 1 until the jack is free. tension and jack handle end to- 1.
Page 324 06 01.06 —Blocking the wheel —Removing wheel ornament LS40004a LS40008 LS40010 Type A 2. Insert the end of the jack handle 2. Block the wheel diagonally op- end into the lowering screw and posite the flat tire to keep the turn it counterclockwise with the vehicle from rolling when it is handle.
Page 325 06 01.06 —Loosening wheel nuts CAUTION Never use oil or grease on the bolts or nuts. The nuts may loose and the wheels may fall off, LS40012a LS40013 which could cause a serious ac- cident. Type C 4. Loosen all the wheel nuts. Always loosen the wheel nuts before 3.
Page 326 06 01.06 —Positioning the jack —Raising your vehicle LS40037 LS40014 LS40005a Front Rear Front of vehicle 5. Position the jack at the correct Put a wheel nut wrench, jack handle 6. After making sure that no one jack point as shown. extension and jack handle end togeth- is in the vehicle, as the jack er as shown in the illustration.
Page 327 06 01.06 —Changing wheels To raise the vehicle, insert the jack handle end with the extension into the jack (it is a loose 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- LS40015 LS40016...
Page 328 06 01.06 —Reinstalling wheel nuts CAUTION Never use oil or grease on the bolts or nuts. Doing so may lead to overtightening the nuts and LS40018a LS40017 damaging the bolts. The nuts may loosen and the wheels may fall off, which could cause a seri- ous accident.
Page 329 06 01.06 —Lowering your vehicle 10.Lower the vehicle completely CAUTION and tighten the wheel nuts. Turn the jack handle end with the ex- " When lowering the vehicle, tension counterclockwise with handle make sure all portions of your to lower the vehicle, making sure the body and all other persons LS40020 handle remains firmly fitted onto the...
Page 330 06 01.06 —Reinstalling wheel ornament (type A only) —After changing wheels 12.Check the air pressure of the re- CAUTION placed tire. Adjust the air pressure to the specifi- " Take due care in handling the cation designated on page 400 in ornament to avoid unexpected Section 8.
Page 331: If Your Vehicle Becomes Stuck
06 01.06 If your vehicle becomes stuck As soon after changing wheels as If your vehicle becomes stuck in snow, NOTICE mud, sand, etc., then you may attempt possible, tighten the wheel nuts to the to rock the vehicle free by moving it torque specified on page 400 in Sec- If you rock your vehicle, observe the forward and backward.
Page 332: If Your Vehicle Needs To Be Towed
If towing is necessary, we recommend (a) Towing with wheel lift type truck— (a) Towing with wheel lift type truck— you have it done by your Toyota dealer or a commercial tow truck service. In —From front —From front consultation with them, have your ve- hicle towed using either (a) or (b).
Page 333 06 01.06 Two- wheel drive models— From rear—Place the ignition key in the Four- wheel drive models— “ACC” position. (a) Towing with wheel lift type truck (a) Towing with wheel lift type truck From front— From front— NOTICE " " Manual transmission: Manual transmission: z When lifting wheels, take care to...
Page 334 All models— If towing is necessary, we recommend wheels straight. you to have it done by your Toyota (c) Towing with sling type truck dealer or a commercial tow truck ser- (b) Using flat bed truck vice. NOTICE...
Page 335 If towing is necessary, we recommend gency towing eyelet and towing cable you to have it done by your Toyota or chain. The eyelet and towing cable dealer or a commercial tow truck ser- or chain may break and cause serious vice.
Page 336 06 01.06 —Emergency towing hook and eyelet precautions " A driver must be in the vehicle to steer Before towing, release the parking brake Before emergency towing, check that it and operate the brakes. and put the transmission in neutral (manu- the hook is not broken or damaged and al) or “N”...
Page 337: If You Cannot Shift Automatic Transmission Selector Lever
If you cannot shift the selector lever move, do not forcibly continue the out of “P” position to other positions towing. Contact your Toyota dealer even though the brake pedal is de- or a commercial tow truck service pressed, use the shift lock override but- for assistance.
Page 338: If You Lose Your Keys
You can purchase a new key at your You can purchase a new wireless re- Toyota dealer if you can give them the mote control transmitter at your Toyota key number. If your vehicle is equipped dealer.
Page 339: Corrosion Prevention And Appearance Care
APPEARANCE CARE Corrosion prevention and appearance care Protecting your Toyota from corrosion ......Washing and waxing your Toyota .
Page 340 Now, it is up to be dry. to see all the mud and dirt. It will do you. Proper care of your Toyota can help " more harm than good to simply wet the High ambient temperatures can cause ensure long- term corrosion prevention.
Page 341 Hand- washing your Toyota instructions. Use a soft cotton mitt and your area. keep it wet by dipping it frequently into...
Page 342 Toyota dealer to (gasoline, kerosene, benzine wash them off with water and check if the have the vehicle serviced. strong solvents), which may be tox- ornament is damaged.
Page 343 06 01.06 Cleaning the interior First vacuum over the upholstery to re- Do not apply water—the best results are CAUTION move loose dirt. Then, using a sponge or obtained by keeping the carpet as dry as soft cloth, apply the soap solution to the possible.
Page 344 Toyota, your local z If you use a liquid car freshener, do alkaline or acid solutions for clean- Toyota dealer will be pleased to answer not spill the liquid onto the ve- leather these could them.
Page 345 06 01.06 SECTION VEHICLE MAINTENANCE AND CARE Vehicle maintenance and care Maintenance requirements ........General maintenance .
Page 346: Maintenance Requirements
Toyota dealer will or if you prefer, your Toyota dealer will be promptly take care of it. Again, be sure pleased to do them at a nominal cost.
Page 347: General Maintenance
Simple instructions for how to per- al information. should investigate the cause or take your form them are presented on page 351 in vehicle to your Toyota dealer or a quali- Radiator, condenser and hoses Section 7. fied service shop immediately. It is recom-...
Page 348 06 01.06 Power steering fluid level (1GR- FE en- Seats Brakes gine) Check that all seat controls such as seat In a safe place, check that the brakes do Check the level through the reservoir. The adjusters, seatback recliner, etc. operate not pull to one side when applied.
Page 349: Does Your Vehicle Need Repairing
Be on the alert for changes in perfor- If you notice any of these clues, take your mance, sounds, and visual tip- offs that vehicle to your Toyota dealer as soon as Check that all doors including tailgate op- indicate service is needed. Some impor- possible.
Page 350: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance (I/M) Programs
Toyota dealer comes on. In this case, your vehicle may to prepare the vehicle for re- testing. not pass the I/M test and need to be repaired.
Page 351 06 01.06 SECTION DO- IT- YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Introduction Engine compartment overview ....... Fuse locations .
Page 352 06 01.06 Engine compartment overview "2TR- FE engine 1. Windshield washer 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.
Page 353 06 01.06 "1GR- FE engine 1. 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 10.
Page 354 Read separate Toyota Warranty statement for details and suggestions. This Section gives instructions only for those items that are relatively easy for an LS71003 owner to perform. As explained in Section...
Page 355 (Removing rings, harmful contaminants which z Add only “Toyota Super Long Life watches, and ties is advisable.) cause skin disorders such as in- Coolant” or similar high quality eth- Right after driving, engine flammation or skin cancer, so care...
Page 356 Funnel (only for adding coolant) plugs by cleaning or regapping. nance. Remember all Toyota parts are de- CHECKING BRAKE FLUID z Do not overfill automatic transmis- signed in metric sizes, so your tools must...
Page 357 06 01.06 CHECKING AND REPLACING FUSES Parts (if replacement is necessary): Fuse 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 rating original (See...
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Page 359 06 01.06 SECTION DO- IT- YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Engine and Chassis Checking the engine oil level ....... . . Checking the engine coolant level .
Page 360: Checking The Engine Oil Level
06 01.06 Checking the engine oil level With the engine at operating tempera- If the oil level is below or only slightly ture and turned off, check the oil level above the low level, add engine oil of Low level Full level on the dipstick.
Page 361 If SAE 5W- 30 is not available, SAE 10W- 30 used. However, “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in should be replaced with SAE 5W- 30 at your Toyota vehicle. Use Toyota approved the next oil change. “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent to satisfy the following grade and viscos- ity.
Page 362: Checking The Engine Coolant Level
Toyota engines. Coolant” is a mixture of 55% coolant and If you can find no leak, have your Toyota 45% deionized water. This coolant pro- Please contact your Toyota dealer for fur- dealer test the cap pressure and check ther details about “Toyota Genuine Motor...
Page 363: Checking The Radiator And Condenser
If either of the above parts are extremely dirty or you are not sure of their condi- tion, take your vehicle to a Toyota dealer. CAUTION LS72007 To prevent burning yourself, be care- ful not to touch the radiator or con- denser when the engine is hot.
Page 364 06 01.06 Checking brake fluid (with vehicle stability control system) Remove and replace the reservoir cap by Refilling brake fluid: hand. Fill the brake fluid to the dotted 1. Turn the ignition switch off. line. This brings the fluid to the correct 2.
Page 365: Checking Power Steering Fluid
06 01.06 Checking power steering fluid Checking power steering fluid (2TR- FE engine) (1GR- FE engine) c. Reinstall the reservoir cap If hot If cold add d. Remove the reservoir cap again and O.K. If cold O.K. If cold look at the fluid level. If the fluid is O.K.
Page 366: Checking Tire Inflation Pressure
06 01.06 Checking tire inflation pressure Clean all dirt from the outside of the res- ervoir tank and look at the fluid level. If the fluid is cold, the level should be in the “COLD” range. Similarly, if it is hot, the fluid level should be in the “HOT”...
Page 367 06 01.06 Keep your tire inflation pressures The following instructions for Tire pressure at the proper level. checking tire inflation pressure gauge should be observed: The recommended cold tire inflation " The pressures, tire sizes and the com- pressure should bined weight of occupants and cargo checked only when the tires are LS72003...
Page 368 If a tire frequently needs refilling, have it checked by your Toyota deal- 2006 TACOMA from Jan.’06 Prod. (OM35865U)
Page 369: Checking And Replacing Tires
06 01.06 Checking and replacing tires The tires on your Toyota have built- in If air loss occurs while driving, do not Tread wear indicator tread wear indicators to help you continue driving. Driving even a short know when the tires need replace- distance can damage a tire beyond ment.
Page 370 “Tire information” on page 285 in Sec- the same size and construction, brands, sizes, construction or tion 2 and “Your Toyota’s identifica- and the same or greater maximum tread patterns, as this may tion” on page 282 in Section 2.
Page 371: Rotating Tires
When the tires must be re- paired or replaced, have them repaired or replaced by the nearest Toyota dealer or au- With a spare tire of the same With a spare tire of different thorized tire dealer. Failure to...
Page 372: Installing Snow Tires And Chains
The tire pressure warning system WHEN SNOW TIRES CHAINS extend tire life, Toyota must initialized when recommends that you rotate your specified tire inflation pressure is Snow tires or chains are recommended tires according to the maintenance changed due to tire rotation. See when driving on snow or ice.
Page 373 06 01.06 CHAIN INSTALLATION " Four- wheel drive models: Side chain Install the chains on the rear tires as Do not use snow tires of different tightly as possible. Do not use tire brands, sizes, construction or tread chains on the front tires. Retighten patterns, as this may cause danger- chains after...
Page 374: Replacing Wheels
Otherwise, an accident may occur re- " Correct replacement wheels are available When driving with chains installed, sulting in death or serious injuries. at your Toyota dealer. be sure to drive carefully. Slow " Do not use wheels other than the down...
Page 375: Aluminum Wheel Precautions
" When balancing your wheels, use only Toyota balance weights or equivalent and a plastic or rubber hammer. " As with any wheel, periodically check your aluminum wheels for damage. If damaged, replace immediately.
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Page 377 06 01.06 SECTION DO- IT- YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Electrical components Checking battery condition ........Battery recharging precautions .
Page 378: Checking Battery Condition
06 01.06 Checking battery condition— —Precautions —Checking battery exterior " CAUTION If electrolyte gets on your skin, Ground cable Terminals thoroughly wash the contact area. If BATTERY PRECAUTIONS you feel pain or burning, get medi- cal attention immediately. The battery produces flammable and "...
Page 379: Battery Recharging Precautions
Good dangerous. battery plode, causing personal injuries. Charging necessary. Have battery checked Dark White by your Toyota NOTICE dealer. Never recharge the battery while the Clear or Have battery checked engine is running. Also, be sure all light by your Toyota accessories are turned off.
Page 380: Checking And Replacing Fuses
06 01.06 Checking and replacing fuses LS73002 LS73024 LS73004a Good Brown Good Brown Type A Type C the headlights or other electrical components do not work, check the fuses. If any of the fuses are blown, they must be replaced. See “Fuse locations”...
Page 381: Adding Washer Fluid
Add washer tool is shown in the illustration. tem. Have your Toyota dealer correct it as fluid. soon as possible. If you are not sure whether the fuse has You may use plain water as washer fluid.
Page 382: Replacing Light Bulbs
Front turn signal 4157 replace the light bulbs while they 27/8 lights pooled inside light, contact your are hot. Toyota dealer. " Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas Rear turn signal 3157A 27/8 lights inside and require special handling. They burst shatter...
Page 383 06 01.06 —Headlights A: HB2 halogen bulbs B: H10 halogen bulbs C: Wedge base bulbs (clear) D: Wedge base bulbs (amber) E: Double end bulbs LS73005 LS73006 1. Open the hood. Unplug the connec- 2. Release the bulb retaining spring tor.
Page 384 If the connector is tight, wiggle it. Make sure the 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. 2006 TACOMA from Jan.’06 Prod. (OM35865U)
Page 385 06 01.06 —Parking and front side marker lights —Front turn signal lights LS73022 LS73008 LS73010 3. Install the bulb base into the mount- ing hole by turning it clockwise. LS73009 LS73011 2006 TACOMA from Jan.’06 Prod. (OM35865U)
Page 386 06 01.06 —Rear turn signal, stop/tail, rear side marker and back- up lights —License plate lights LS73012 LS73014 LS73015 Remove the bolts. a: Rear turn signal light Use a Phillips- head screwdriver. b: Stop/tail and rear side marker light c: Back- up light LS73013 LS73016 2006 TACOMA from Jan.’06 Prod.
Page 387 06 01.06 —High mounted stoplight LS73017 LS73018a LS73019 2006 TACOMA from Jan.’06 Prod. (OM35865U)
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Page 389 06 01.06 SECTION SPECIFICATIONS Specifications Dimensions ..........Vehicle capacity weight .
Page 390: Specifications Dimensions
06 01.06 Dimensions Two- wheel drive models except PreRunner mm (in.) Regular cab models Access cab models Overall length 4835 (190.4) 5285 (208.1) 1835 (72.2) Overall width 1835 (72.2) 1880 (74.0) 1670 (65.8) Overall height 1670 (65.8) 1655 (65.2) Wheelbase 2780 (109.4) 3230 (127.2) 1550 (61.0)
Page 391 06 01.06 Four- wheel drive models and PreRunner mm (in.) Double cab models Regular cab models Regular cab models Access cab models Access cab models 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)
Page 392: Vehicle Capacity Weight
: Maximum vehicle capacity weight including weight of driver, passengers and cargo. : 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. 2006 TACOMA from Jan.’06 Prod. (OM35865U)
Page 393 : Maximum vehicle capacity weight including weight of driver, passengers and cargo. : 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. 2006 TACOMA from Jan.’06 Prod. (OM35865U)
Page 394 : Maximum vehicle capacity weight including weight of driver, passengers and cargo. : 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. 2006 TACOMA from Jan.’06 Prod. (OM35865U)
Page 395: Towing Capacity
06 01.06 Towing capacity Engine Fuel Without towing package Model: Fuel type: 2.7 L 4- cylinder (2TR- FE) and 4.0 L V6 2TR- FE engine— 1587 kg (3500 lb.) (1GR- FE) Unleaded gasoline, Octane Rating 87 With towing package (Research Octane Number Type:...
Page 396: Service Specifications
5.2 (5.5, 4.6) LFR6C11 Without filter 4.9 (5.2, 4.3) Spark plug gap, mm (in.): Please contact your Toyota dealer for fur- “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in 1.1 (0.043) ther details. your Toyota vehicle. Use Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent...
Page 397 SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 use only “Toyota Genuine ATF Type T- IV” non- nitrite, and non- borate coolant with MANUAL TRANSMISSION (ATF JWS3309 or NWS6500) to aid in long- life hybrid organic acid technology.
Page 398 Four- wheel drive models and PreRunner Spiders changing the automatic transmission fluid, Front (four- wheel drive models) Lithium base chassis grease, NLGI use only “Toyota Genuine ATF Type WS” 1.50 (1.6, 1.3) No.2 (ATF JWS3324 or NWS9638) to aid in Rear...
Page 399 06 01.06 BRAKES Lever type—when pulled with the force of 200 N (20.4 kgf, 44.9 lbf) Minimum pedal clearance when depressed 7—10 clicks with a pressure of 490 N (50 kgf, 110 lbf) when the engine is stopped and after de- Fluid type: press the brake pedal several times, SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3...
Page 400: Tires
06 01.06 Tires Tire size, cold tire inflation pressure and wheel size: Cold tire inflation pressure kPa (kgf/cm or bar, psi) Tire size Tire size Spare S are Wheel size Wheel size Front Rear P215/70R15 97S 200 (2.0, 29) 220 (2.2, 32) 220 (2.2, 32) P245/75R16 109S 200 (2.0, 29)
Page 401: Fuses
06 01.06 Fuses 13. HEAD (LO LH) 10 A: Left- hand head- light (low beam), front fog lights 14. HEAD (HI RH) 10 A: Right- hand head- light (high beam) 15. HEAD (HI LH) 10 A: Left- hand head- light (high beam), meter and gauge LS80001 LS80002 16.
Page 402 06 01.06 24. STA 7.5 A: Starting system, multiport 31. IG1 NO.2 10 A: Anti- lock brake sys- 41. HEATER 50 A: “A/C”, air conditioning system fuel injection system/sequential multi- tem, vehicle stability control system, port fuel injection system, meter and stop lights, charging system, multiport 42.
Page 403 06 01.06 SECTION 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 ..... . Camper information .
Page 404 Toyota Safety Administration (NHTSA) in Department Transportation, vehicles with information on truck- camper loading. Your Toyota dealer will help an- addition to notifying Toyota Motor Washington, D.C. 20590. You can swer any questions you may have as you Sales, U.S.A.,...
Page 405 06 01.06 —Cargo weight rating and —Center of gravity location proper matching mm (in.) Rear end of Camper center of gravity Recommended location truck bed for cargo center of gravi- Regular cab 1267 ty for cargo weight rating models (49.9) (36.1) Access cab models LS90001...
Page 406 06 01.06 Access cab models 2 people, 1GR- FE engine, 4WD When the truck is used to carry a slide- in 408 kg (900 lb.) camper, the total cargo load of the truck 2 people, 2TR- FE engine, 2WD except consists the manufacturer’s camper...
Page 407 If weight ratings are exceeded, move or vehicle. See “Your Toyota’s identification” remove items to bring all weights below on page 282 in Section 2 for the Certifica- the ratings.
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Page 409: Occupant Restraint Systems
None of these systems, either individ- Toyota encourages you and your family to take the time to ually or together, can ensure that there is no injury in the read Section 1- 3 of this Owner’s Manual carefully.
Page 410: Event Data Recorder
Toyota recommends you to read the provisions in Section " Engine speed 1- 3 carefully and refer to them as needed during your time "...
Page 411 06 01.06 " SRS airbag deployment data Toyota will not disclose the data recorded in an EDR to a " SRS airbag system diagnostic data third party except when: " An agreement from the vehicle’s owner (or the leas- If your vehicle is equipped with a vehicle stability control...
Page 412 06 01.06 New vehicle warranty Important health and safety information about your Toyota Your new vehicle is covered by the following Toyota limited warranties: CAUTION " New vehicle warranty " Emission control systems warranty " WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constitu- "...
Page 413: Installation Of A Mobile Two- Way Radio System
Toyota Toyota A wide variety of non- genuine spare parts and accessories The spark ignition system in your Toyota meets all require- for Toyota vehicles are currently available in the market. ments of the Canadian Interference- Causing Equipment You should know that Toyota does not warrant these prod- Standard.
Page 414 06 01.06 " Traction control system Tires and loading on your " “AUTO LSD” system Toyota " Vehicle stability control system " Downhill assist control system Underinflated or overinflated tire inflation pressure " Hill- start assist control system and the excess load may result in the deterioration...
Page 415: Driving Tips
Toyota dealer before you dispose of your off- road use. It has a significantly higher rollover rate than vehicle.
Page 416 06 01.06 Leak detection pump This pump performs fuel evaporation leakage check. This check is done approximately five hours after the engine is turned off. So you may hear sound coming from under- neath the deck for several minutes. It does not indicate a malfunction.
Page 417 fU−7 Quick index " If a service reminder indicator or warning buzzer comes on .." If your vehicle will not start ........"...